Assistant Executive, Human Resources

The Charity Fundraising Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing fundraising strategies and initiatives to meet the organization’s financial goals. The role involves building and nurturing relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors, foundations, and other key stakeholders. The Fundraising Manager will also work to enhance the visibility of the organization’s mission, while ensuring that fundraising activities align with its core values and strategic objectives

Key Responsibilities:

• Fundraising Strategy Development:Create and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy, including individual giving, major gifts, corporate partnerships, and grants, to meet the organization’s financial targets.
• Donor Relations and Stewardship:

• Campaign Management:

• Grant Writing and Reporting:

• Budgeting and Financial Management:

• Team Collaboration:

• Data Management and Analysis:

• Event Planning and Execution:

• Promote The Dawah Project and raise awareness of its ongoing campaigns & events
• Execute day-to-day operational aspects of the project(s). Including event management and fundraising initiatives
• Develop new and imaginative fundraising activities, many of which involve organising events
• Raise awareness of the charity and its work at local and national levels, e.g. giving talks to groups
• Fundraise via our call centre, broadcast media and events
• Deliver project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Motivate and facilitate supporters to maximise the funds they raise
• Inspire new supporters to raise money, while maintaining and developing relationships with existing supporters
• Identify resources and assign responsibilities to staff and volunteers.
• Recruit, organise and manage volunteers to carry out various functions within the charity
• Manage and update databases to record donor contact and preference information
• Write applications and mail-shots, using direct mailing to reach a range of potential and current donors
• Make risk analyses and balancing time-cost ratios to focus effort on the fundraising activities that are most appropriate and will have the highest chance of success.
• Ensure project documents are complete, current and appropriately stored.
• Assist with developing a wide-ranging network of stakeholders
• Work closely with relevant stake holders and departments to ensure effective and efficient implementation of the project(s)
• Work with post-production departments, social media manager and graphic designers to meet project’s needs
• Implement a sustainable fundraising strategy whilst developing relationship with potential funders
• Explain the product or service to potential donors
• Delivering outstanding service by successfully responding to all questions and queries, showing your passion and dedication along the way
• Answer telephone calls from potential customers who are responding to advertisements
• Comply HR and office policies/procedures
• Comply with legal requirements
• Perform ad-hoc duties as assigned

• At least 3 years of fundraising experience in the nonprofit sector, with a proven track record of achieving fundraising targets and developing successful fundraising strategies
• Strong understanding of fundraising principles and techniques, including individual giving, major gifts, grants, corporate sponsorships, and online fundraising.
• Familiarity with fundraising software (e.g., DonorPerfect, Raiser’s Edge, or similar platforms) and other office software (MS Office, Google Suite). Knowledge of social media and digital fundraising tools is a plus.
• Experience of working in the charity sector
• Commitment to The Dawah Project charity's cause
• Creativity, imagination and an entrepreneurial attitude towards fundraising
• Solid organsational and multitasking skills
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work on own initiative, get things done and be part of a broader team
• Keen attention to detail, and a willingness to strive for continual process improvement
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure
• Excellent time management skills, ability to prioritise workload, deal with conflicting demands and meet tight deadlines/targets
• Team player with a positive, solution-focused approach
• Hardworking with a can-do attitude and demonstrable use of Initiative
• Excellent work ethics

• A degree in nonprofit management, business, communications, or a related field is preferred, but not required based on experience.

• Applicants must have the right to work in the U.K
• Only successful applicants will be contacted

• Work with the team to develop and produce high-quality, original content for Salaam Britain across multiple platforms, from concept to completion.
• Ensure the programme reflects the interests, concerns, and achievements of Muslim women, while adhering to Islam Channel’s overall vision and editorial guidelines.
• Carry out research, develop treatments, write scripts, and plan content that is engaging and thought-provoking.
• Source, invite, and brief suitable guests, presenters, and panellists with a focus on diverse women’s voices.
• Manage pre-production, including team briefings, scheduling, and coordination with crew and Studio Manager for shoots, sets, lighting, and technical set-up.
• Supervise shoots in the studio and on location, ensuring audio, lighting, and visuals meet broadcast standards.
• Collaborate with senior management to contribute to programming strategy and align content with audience needs.
• Manage, train, and mentor researchers, interns, and junior staff within the department.
• Apply Ofcom and Islam Channel editorial policies, ensuring all content complies with broadcast standards.
• Oversee production budgets, invoices, and expense claims where applicable.
• Troubleshoot challenges that may arise during production.

• A passion for creating women’s content that is engaging, inspirational, and culturally relevant.
• Strong editorial judgment with an understanding of issues affecting Muslim women in the UK and globally.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organisational and project planning skills, with the ability to handle multiple productions.
• Creative flair for developing compelling formats and visual storytelling.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and lead contributors.
• Technical skills, including filming with DSLR cameras, are desirable.
• Ability to present on camera would be advantageous.

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant subject for this role

• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in broadcast television with a proven track record in producing original content.
• Experience producing lifestyle, factual, or current affairs content, ideally with a focus on women’s issues.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, especially Premiere Pro and After Effects, is preferred.