Volunteer Fundraiser/Bid Writing Lead Officer

What will you be doing?

What will you be doing? As the Fundraiser/Bid Writing Lead Officer, you will take the lead in drafting and preparing compelling bids on behalf of Advocacy & Capacity Development Association, working closely with the Board of Directors, and achieving significant and sustainable income with responsibility :-

Research potential funding opportunities from foundations, government bodies, and other relevant organisations Develop and write grant proposals, ensuring they are tailored to the specific requirements of each funding opportunity. Present our projects and organisation in a clear and persuasive manner to maximise chances of success Closely work with  Board of Directors designated Director to identify and develop funding opportunities, liaise with potential funders to assess their requirements and develop relationships  and increased awareness and profile of Advocacy & Capacity Development Association. Maintain a database of funding applications and outcomes. Use online sources and local intelligence to research and build a database of national, regional and local funding opportunities. Monitor and respond to feedback from funders and make necessary adjustments to improve future applications

 Skills Requirements: -

Financial Management Commissioning / Contracting Fundraising Events Fundraising Research / Bid Writing Fundraising Strategy Copywriting and Marketing 

Where: -

Cardiff Bay, Cardiff  or  Remote 

What are we looking for?

What are we looking for?

Knowledge of bid writing principles and bid processes. Track record of producing high-quality, winning bids Self-motivated and disciplined. Ability to manage own workload effectively. Highly attentive to detail with the ability to analyse and proofread documents effectively. Ability to use own initiative Income Generation Cultivating a genuine interest in the mission of Advocacy & Capacity Development Association and a heartfelt passion for championing and empowering individuals and communities.

What difference will you make?

The role of the Fundraiser/Bid Writing Lead Officer would be pivotal in obtaining financial resources, guaranteeing long-term viability of the Association, establishing meaningful connections range of funders specially Trust, Foundation,local Government and Central Government  and Private sectors etc., enhancing Advocacy & Capacity Development Association presence, and broadening the spectrum of funding streams, with the ultimate goal of profoundly improving the quality of life for BAME Communities specially the Somalii Community with lthe long historical connections to Wales.