Funding Officer Job Description

Funding Officer Job Description

 

Purpose:

To develop and implement a funding plan to diversify CAN's funding base and to be responsible for securing funding for both core services and special projects.

Duties:

  1. Research possible sources of funding, create a  list of potential funders and their key submission dates.
  2. Advise MET Committee on possible projects that would be likely to receive funding from 3rd party sources.
  3. Preparation of funding applications independently, or with Project Leads, MET or with local groups. 
  4. Preparation of documentation required to support funding applications.
  5. Administration of monies received from funders.
  6. Collection of all receipts and documentation to support funding received.
  7. Provision of required documentation to funders for audit purposes.
  8. Writing reports as required by funders.
  9. Set up and maintenance of database recording all applications made and funding received.
  10. Liaising with funders as necessary.

 

Desired qualities/experience:

  1. A proven track record of successful fundraising.
  2. Ability to work independently.
  3. Knowledge of the cycling community in the New Zealand region.
  4. Experience of working with management of community groups, government organisations or the business sector.
  5. Writing and communication skills.
  6. Experience with coordinating and planning.  
  7. Experience with stakeholder management.
  8. Your own computer and internet research skills.

 

Progress Reporting:

Before the 3rd Wednesday of the month, contact the MET with a bullet point summary of progress or via Volunteer Manager 


Time Commitment:

Part Time: up to 0 to 8 hours p/week


Reports to:

A member of MET  Committee or Volunteer Manager (???)

 

Liaise with:

Project Leads

MET Members

CAN Project Manager

Board Members

CAN local groups

 

 Support available:

CAN’s MET can provide help and advice, sample articles;

CAN will find opportunities for training or mentoring if possible

 

What does success look like?

Ability to secure grant funding CAN for projects and operationally.


 

Location:

Anywhere (Skype meetings will be required – as decided upon between you and the Volunteer Manager)


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