Volunteer Fund Writer

To assist the organisation in identifying, securing, and managing funding opportunities to help with the sustainability of the charities events. This would be a good opportunity to obtain experience in writing funding bids for the nonprofit sector.

• Research potential funding opportunities, including grants and trusts.
• Develop and maintain an up-to-date database of funding sources and deadlines.
• Assist in drafting funding proposals and applications tailored to specific funders.
• Work with the Funding Sub Committee to gather necessary information and data for applications.
• Track the progress of funding applications and provide updates to the Funding Sub Committee.
• Assist in preparing funders evaluations, ensuring compliance with their requirements.

8 Brookside
Avenue
Crook
DL15 8LB

Flexible, with a minimum of 2 hours per week.

Reasonable travel expenses will be paid in accordance with our Expenses policy.

Support and training will be provided.

Gain valuable experience in funding and non-profit operations. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the organisation’s work. Develop professional skills and expand your network.

Blind Life in Durham could not operate without our volunteers. Our volunteers allow us to provide social and sporting events to people with sight loss and severe sight loss. As well as being a charity, Blind Life in Durham is also registered as a Company Limited by Guarantee and therefore our trustees are also directors. The members of the charity also may have other conditions in addition to their sight loss and the board take these into consideration as well.

The charity has been running since 2004 and have around 20 volunteers whose input is vital. You would be joining the team as a volunteer who would provide a vital service to our members at a variety of events throughout each month. You will also be welcome to participate in any of the events, if you choose to and opportunities for presenting new idea’s which will benefit members and volunteers alike.

• Research and analytical skills are desirable but not essential.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Have a flexible approach.