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RABI
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager Location: Shaw House, 27 West Way, Oxford, OX2 0QH Department: Fundraising Salary: £42,500 plus £2,500 car allowance Hours: 35 Contract Type : Permanent RABI is the farmers charity. RABI supports farming people across England, Wales and NI with expert, one-to-one practical, financial and emotional help, all year round. From confidential advice and mental health support to direct financial assistance, their tailored services respond to the unique challenges of farming life. At the heart of RABI's mission is a commitment to strengthening resilience; helping farming people feel valued, supported and better equipped to navigate uncertainty and change. RABI is working to close the farming wellbeing gap and build a future where farming people can thrive. Over the past 25 years alone, RABI has delivered almost £250 Million in direct financial support to the farming community, whilst the charity's professional counselling service has provided 11,500 free sessions to farming people since 2022. RABI's wrap-around support services continue to evolve, reaching more people year on year. RABI is on a journey to help shape a future farmers deserve. ROLE OVERVIEW: The Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager is responsible for leading and developing RABI's philanthropy and partnerships donor base, focusing on building and nurturing relationships with major donors, trusts and foundations, corporate partners as well as legacy and in-memory supporters (larger funders). This plays a pivotal role in shaping RABI's fundraising strategy, identifying major funding opportunities and creating impactful engagement strategies to secure long-term financial support for the charity's sustainability. Relationship building is key to this position, communicating effectively with our donors by enhancing and strengthening relations through cultivation tactics and deepening relationships to ensure robust support from these influential stakeholders. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES : Develop and implement a comprehensive Philanthropy and Partnerships (P&P) fundraising strategy to drive RABI's fundraising activities and support long-term sustainability. This includes overseeing the cultivation and stewardship of major donors, trusts and foundations, corporate partners as well as legacy and in-memory supporters (larger funders). Report on income and expenditure targets, ensuring targets are met and assisting with budget setting. Cultivate, solicit and steward relationships with larger funders, ensuring strong and sustained engagement. Develop tailored proposals and partnership packages aligned with potential partners' priorities and interests. Manage, identify and build relationships with key corporate funders, negotiate and manage agreements, ensuring clear communication of expected deliverables. Oversee and manage all trust and foundation opportunities, identifying potential funders whilst monitoring and reporting on deliverables and outcomes ensuring timely delivery of all requirements, ensuring compliance with regulations. Develop compelling, tailored proposals and partnership packages to align with the interests and priorities of potential partners, demonstrating impact. Plan and execute donor stewardship events and activities to enhance engagement and retention. Ensure that donor recognition and communications are carried out with precision, ensuring donors feel valued and informed. Manage, track and utilise CRM systems (e.g. Microsoft Dynamics) to maintain up-to-date donor data, track progress and provide concise and timely reports on fundraising activities and income and expenditure reports. Analyse donor trends and engagement metrics to optimise fundraising strategies. Ensure all fundraising activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements, including GDPR the CIOF Code of Fundraising Practice and RABI's internal policies. Make certain the charity's best practices are upheld in all donor interactions and fundraising activities. Responsibility for line management, providing guidance, support and performance feedback to ensure the development and success of team members. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including fundraising, communications, service delivery, business development and external affairs to identify project funding opportunities, share donor insights and collaborate and support the development of other fundraising initiatives. Take part and contribute to team meetings. Actively participate in the staff appraisal scheme and be committed to training and development in line with RABI's aims and objectives. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Essential Demonstrable experience in a senior fundraising role, with a proven track record in securing major funds from larger funders. Exceptional major donor management skills, with experience in donor stewardship, partnership development and engagement strategies that build long-term relationships. Extensive knowledge and understanding of targeting, segmentation and response analysis.Persuasive written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop compelling applications, proposals and donor communications. Capable of tailoring messaging for different audiences and ensuring clarity, consistency and emotional impact. Experience of managing a fundraising team and assisting with recruitment and team development. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and manage relationships at all levels, both internally and externally. A strategic outlook with the ability to identify fundraising opportunities and take the initiative to drive growth. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and CRM systems (preferably Microsoft Dynamics). Familiarity with fundraising platforms and donor management systems. Ability to manage time effectively, prioritise workload and meet deadlines. A creative and proactive approach to work, capable of juggling multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail. Thorough understanding of data protection, fundraising regulations and compliance practices, ensuring that all fundraising activities adhere to legal and best practice standards. Self-motivated and confident in working, both independently and in teams. Empathy with the goals and objectives of RABI. Desirable A full UK driving license. Knowledge or interest in the agricultural sector. BENEFITS: 28 days annual leave plus bank holiday (based on full time working). Enrolment to Nest on commencement of employment and the opportunity to join RABI's group pension scheme with Standard Life where RABI make contributions equivalent to 10% of your basic salary, provided you make a personal contribution of 5%. Life assurance from day one. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme. On site parking. This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder according to future developments at RABI. Full training and support will be provided for the right candidate. Early applications are encouraged for this position as shortlisting and interviews will take place on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a suitable application prior to the deadline. RABI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aims to ensure that all employment practices secure equality of opportunity and that no prospective or current employee receives less than favourable treatment at RABI as a result of their sex, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, disability, marital, or for any other reason which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Our recruitment process strives to ensure that individuals are selected only based on their relevant skills, experience, qualifications and abilities. REF-
RABI
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Events Community Fundraiser Location: Flexible with two days every fortnight in the Oxford Office Department : Fundraising Salary : £33,000 - £35,000 per annum (depending on experience) plus £2,500 car allowance Hours: 35 Contract Type: Permanent RABI is the farmers charity. RABI supports farming people across England, Wales and NI with expert, one-to-one practical, financial and emotional help, all year round. From confidential advice and mental health support to direct financial assistance, their tailored services respond to the unique challenges of farming life. At the heart of RABI's mission is a commitment to strengthening resilience; helping farming people feel valued, supported and better equipped to navigate uncertainty and change. RABI is working to close the farming wellbeing gap and build a future where farming people can thrive. Over the past 25 years alone, RABI has delivered almost £250 Million in direct financial support to the farming community, whilst the charity's professional counselling service has provided 11,500 free sessions to farming people since 2022. RABI's wrap-around support services continue to evolve, reaching more people year on year. RABI is on a journey to help shape a future farmers deserve. ROLE OVERVIEW: The Events Community Fundraiser will lead the development and delivery of RABI's community events programme, working closely with volunteers, regional supporters, and local stakeholders. This pivotal role focuses on organising and supporting fundraising events that unite our community while driving vital income generation. The Events Community Fundraiser will not manage every community fundraising event directly, but will provide the necessary support, training and guidance to ensure volunteers and local teams are equipped to execute fundraising activities successfully. As a key player in our community-focused fundraising efforts, the Events Community Fundraiser will be at the forefront of fostering regional engagement and support for our committees and community groups, ensuring the continued success and growth of RABI's fundraising events portfolio. This role will also be responsible for identifying and scaling key events that have the potential to be rolled out nationally, expanding RABI's reach and impact across a broader geographic area. With a strong emphasis on relationship management and supporter stewardship, the Events Community Fundraiser will spearhead the growth of community-led fundraising initiatives, ensuring that both supporters and volunteers (committee and non-committee) feel valued and empowered. Supported by both centralised and regional teams, this role will play an instrumental part in helping RABI achieve its ambitious five-year fundraising goal of £10 million. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Event Planning and Coordination: Organise and manage a wide range of community fundraising events (e.g. agriculture shows, supporter-led, community and corporate) from concept to execution, ensuring every event is well-planned and runs smoothly. Community Engagement: Develop relationships with local community groups, businesses and individuals to foster collaboration and secure event participation. Act as the main point of contact for community stakeholders and partners. Promotion and Marketing: Work with the Marketing and Communications team to help create event marketing materials to promote events and drive participation. Fundraising Strategy: Set and achieve fundraising targets for each event. Identify new opportunities for fundraising through events and provide recommendations for improving event-related fundraising efforts. Volunteer Management: Support volunteers with event planning, logistics and on-the-day activities, ensuring a smooth and efficient operation. Budget Management: Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring that expenses are controlled and fundraising goals are met. Monitor event spending and provide regular budget reports. Donor and Sponsor Stewardship: Cultivate relationships with donors and sponsors, ensuring they are properly acknowledged and thanked for their contributions. On-the-Day Event Management: Oversee the event on the day to ensure smooth execution, including coordinating logistics, managing staff and volunteers and troubleshooting any issues that arise. Post-Event Evaluation: Conduct post-event evaluations, analysing successes and areas for improvement. Provide detailed reports on fundraising outcomes and gather feedback from participants to inform future event improvements. Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other departments (Marketing and Communications, Service Delivery, Volunteering and Finance, etc) to align community fundraising efforts with RABI's overall purpose and goals. Compliance: Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations, GDPR and best practice standards, upholding RABI's commitment to ethical and legal fundraising. Systems: Effectively use RABI's CRM (Microsoft Dynamics) to track donor engagement, segment audiences and identify growth opportunities. PERSON SPECIFICATION: Essential: Proven experience in community fundraising, regional fundraising or events within the charity sector. A track record of delivering successful community fundraising events. Excellent relationship-building skills, equipped with the skills to engage and inspire a wide range of supporters, stakeholders and volunteers. Financial awareness and planning with the ability to develop and manage project-level budgets. Strong project management and organisational skills, capable of managing multiple fundraising activities simultaneously. Proficiency in CRM systems and digital fundraising platforms, preferably Microsoft Dynamics. Understanding of fundraising regulations, GDPR and best practices in community fundraising. A self-motivated, proactive and results-driven approach to work with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Creative and proactive approach to problem-solving and idea generation. Empathy with the farming community and an understanding of the challenges faced in rural life. Desirable: Experience working in a charity focused on rural, agricultural or community-based initiatives. A full UK driving licence, as travel within England and Wales will be required. Knowledge of agriculture and the farming sector, with an ability to tailor fundraising approaches accordingly. This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the postholder, as per future developments at RABI. Early applications are encouraged for this position as shortlisting and interviews will take place on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a suitable application prior to the deadline. Benefits Enrolment in Nest on commencement of employment and then the opportunity to join RABI's group pension scheme with Standard Life, where RABI make contributions equivalent to 10% of your basic salary, provided you make a personal contribution of 5%. Life assurance from day one. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme. RABI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. It aims to ensure that all employment practices secure equality of opportunity and that no prospective or current employee receives less than favourable treatment at RABI because of their sex, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, disability, marital, or for any other reason which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure that individuals are selected based solely on their relevant skills, experience, qualifications and abilities. REF-
RABI
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Supporter Care Fundraiser Location: Oxford Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum Hours: 35 Contract Type: Permanent RABI is the farmers charity. RABI supports farming people across England, Wales and NI with expert, one-to-one practical, financial and emotional help, all year round. From confidential advice and mental health support to direct financial assistance, their tailored services respond to the unique challenges of farming life. At the heart of RABI's mission is a commitment to strengthening resilience; helping farming people feel valued, supported and better equipped to navigate uncertainty and change. RABI is working to close the farming wellbeing gap and build a future where farming people can thrive. Over the past 25 years alone, RABI has delivered almost £250 Million in direct financial support to the farming community, whilst the charity's professional counselling service has provided 11,500 free sessions to farming people since 2022. RABI's wrap-around support services continue to evolve, reaching more people year on year. RABI is on a journey to help shape a future farmers deserve. ROLE OVERVIEW: The Supporter Care Fundraiser will be responsible for providing exceptional stewardship and support to our valued supporters, including donors and volunteers (committee members and non-committee members). This role will ensure that our supporters feel appreciated, informed and engaged with RABI's work, ultimately helping to strengthen relationships and encourage continued giving. This position is crucial to maintaining long-term, meaningful connections with donors and ensuring they feel a sense of connection to RABI's purpose. With a strong focus on relationship management and supporter stewardship, the Supporter Care Fundraiser will help drive the growth of community-led fundraising initiatives. Working alongside both central and regional volunteer teams, this role will be pivotal in supporting RABI to achieve its ambitious £10 million fundraising goal over the next five years. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supporter Stewardship: Provide high-quality, personalised care and attention to supporters, ensuring they feel valued and recognised for their contributions. Respond promptly and professionally to all enquiries and support requests via email, telephone and post. Donation Processing: Oversee the accurate and timely processing of donations, ensuring that all records are updated in the CRM system and acknowledged and thanked appropriately. Engagement and Retention: Develop and implement agreed strategies to engage and retain supporters, including regular communications through thank-you letters and phone calls. Work to build ongoing loyalty and support from supporters. Campaign Support: Assist with fundraising campaigns and initiatives by providing supporter-facing materials, ensuring clear communication and helping to create opportunities for supporters to engage in fundraising activities. Supporter Communication: Coordinate and manage supporter correspondence, including sending out personalised thank-you notes, acknowledgement letters and updates on the impact of donations. Ensure that supporters are kept informed about RABI's work and how their support is making a difference. Event Coordination: Assist with the planning and execution of events (e.g. agricultural shows, community and corporate events), virtual or in-person, to ensure supporters feel appreciated and connected to RABI's purpose. Data Management and Reporting: Maintain accurate supporter records and provide regular reports on donor activity, feedback and engagement. Help identify trends and opportunities for improving supporter satisfaction and retention. Feedback and Improvements: Gather feedback from supporters and analyse donor satisfaction to continually improve the supporter experience and identify areas for development in our stewardship strategy. Collaboration: Work closely with the Fundraising and Volunteer teams to ensure alignment between supporter care efforts and broader fundraising strategies. Collaborate with other departments to ensure that supporter care is integrated into all aspects of RABI's operations. Compliance: Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations, GDPR and best practice standards, upholding RABI's commitment to ethical and legal fundraising. Post-Event Evaluation: Conduct post-event evaluations, analysing successes and areas for improvement. Provide detailed reports on fundraising outcomes and gather feedback from participants to inform future event improvements. Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other departments (Marketing and Communications, Service Delivery, Volunteering and Finance, etc) to align community fundraising efforts. Essential Proven experience in a similar supporter care, donor relations or customer service, ideally within the non-profit or charity sector. Excellent verbal and written communications skills, with the ability to engage with a wide range of supporters, stakeholders and volunteers. Friendly, empathetic and personable, with the ability to build strong relationships and provide a positive experience for all supporters. High attention to detail, particularly in supporter records, donation processing and communication. Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently. Ability to resolve issues or concerns raised by supporters in a timely and professional manner, ensuring donor satisfaction. A collaborative spirit with the ability to work effectively in a team environment, while also being self-motivated and able to manage tasks independently. Proficiency in CRM systems and digital fundraising platforms, preferably Microsoft Dynamics. Understanding of fundraising regulations, GDPR and best practices in fundraising. Creative and proactive approach to problem-solving and idea generation. Empathy with the farming community and an understanding of the challenges faced in rural life. Benefits Enrolment in Nest on commencement of employment and then the opportunity to join RABI's group pension scheme with Standard Life, where RABI make contributions equivalent to 10% of your basic salary, provided you make a personal contribution of 5%. Life assurance from day one. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme. RABI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. It aims to ensure that all employment practices secure equality of opportunity and that no prospective or current employee receives less than favourable treatment at RABI because of their sex, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, disability, marital, or for any other reason which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure that individuals are selected based solely on their relevant skills, experience, qualifications and abilities. REF-
RABI
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Events and Marketing Coordinator Location : Shaw House, 27 West Way, Oxford, OX2 0QH Department: Comms Salary: £28,000 to £30,000 per annum (depending on experience) Hours: 35 Contract Type: Permanent RABI is the farmers charity. RABI supports farming people across England, Wales and NI with expert, one-to-one practical, financial and emotional help, all year round. From confidential advice and mental health support to direct financial assistance, their tailored services respond to the unique challenges of farming life. At the heart of RABI's mission is a commitment to strengthening resilience; helping farming people feel valued, supported and better equipped to navigate uncertainty and change. RABI is working to close the farming wellbeing gap and build a future where farming people can thrive. Over the past 25 years alone, RABI has delivered almost £250 Million in direct financial support to the farming community, whilst the charity's professional counselling service has provided 11,500 free sessions to farming people since 2022. RABI's wrap-around support services continue to evolve, reaching more people year on year. RABI is on a journey to help shape a future farmers deserve. SUMMARY OF ROLE The Events & Marketing Coordinator will play an essential role in delivering high-impact engagement activities and supporting the wider work of RABI's Marketing and Communications team. Reporting to the Events & Engagement Manager, you'll help coordinate the charity's presence at a wide range of events -including agricultural shows, external affairs engagements, conferences and community activities, ensuring a consistently professional and compelling presence across England and Wales. You will play a key part in engaging with supporters, volunteers, ambassadors and the public, representing RABI with warmth and professionalism. The role will also help collate and provide valuable marketing and content support, including supporting the capturing of photography and video for use on digital channels, assisting with the development of volunteer and ambassador case studies, and supporting CRM data collection and engagement surveys. This is an exciting, hands-on, outward-facing role suited to an organised, creative and personable team player. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Event Coordination and Delivery Assist with the organisation and delivery of national and regional events including agricultural shows, external affairs events, volunteer engagement activities and community outreach initiatives. Support event logistics such as venue booking, catering, AV, signage, promotional materials, staffing, travel, and health and safety compliance. Coordinate post-event evaluation, collecting feedback, attendance data, and impact measures to inform future planning. Maintain and update a comprehensive events calendar. Marketing and Promotional Support Work with the MarComms team to coordinate event and show related content for social media, digital platforms and printed collateral. Ensure all events, shows and conferences are added to RABI's website and online calendar. Assist with design and distribution of promotional materials, using templates in Canva and maintaining brand consistency. Help to prepare pre-event and post-event communications including invitations, newsletters and thank-you communications. Manage and maintain an up-to-date inventory of promotional stock and branded materials. Support the wider MarComms team on cross-department projects and campaigns. Stakeholder, Volunteer and Ambassador Engagement Liaise with internal colleagues and external partners to ensure smooth event operations and representation. Coordinate volunteer and ambassador attendance at events and help ensure a positive experience. Provide on-site support at key events, acting as a friendly and informed ambassador for RABI. Administrative and Reporting Duties Support the Events Manager with budget tracking and processing of invoices and expenses. Ensure accurate record keeping in the CRM system (Microsoft Dynamics). Support internal coordination meetings and help document action points and timelines. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field. Proven experience in event delivery, marketing or a related role. Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy. Experience in managing social media platforms and scheduling tools. Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with people at all levels and be confident and professional in a public-facing role. A self-starter and team player, able to accept direction, yet work independently. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and multitask under pressure. Eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality, mission-led events. Comfortable using Microsoft Office suite and online platforms such as Teams, Canva or similar. Willingness to travel across England and Wales and to occasionally work evenings and weekends. Desirable Experience working in rural or agricultural settings, or an understanding of the farming sector. Welsh language proficiency (spoken and/or written) is desirable for this role, to support effective comms and engagement with Welsh-speaking stakeholders and communities. Familiarity with CRM systems (ideally Microsoft Dynamics). Basic design or social media experience using tools such as Canva or Adobe Creative Cloud. Full UK driving licence. This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder according to future developments at RABI. BENEFITS 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (based on full time working). Enrolment to Nest on commencement of employment and then opportunity to join RABI's group pension scheme with Standard Life where RABI make contributions equivalent to 10% of your basic salary, provided you make a personal contribution of 5%. Life assurance from day one. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme. On site parking. RABI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aims to ensure that all employment practices secure equality of opportunity and that no prospective or current employee receives less than favourable treatment at RABI as a result of their sex, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, disability, marital, or for any other reason which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Our recruitment process strives to ensure that individuals are selected only based on their relevant skills, experience, qualifications and abilities. REF-
RABI
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
PR & Marketing Manager Location: Shaw House, 27 West Way, Oxford, OX2 0QH Department: Comms Salary: £35,000 to £38,000 per annum (depending on experience) Hours: 35 Contract Type: Permanent RABI is the farmers charity. RABI supports farming people across England, Wales and NI with expert, one-to-one practical, financial and emotional help, all year round. From confidential advice and mental health support to direct financial assistance, their tailored services respond to the unique challenges of farming life. At the heart of RABI's mission is a commitment to strengthening resilience; helping farming people feel valued, supported and better equipped to navigate uncertainty and change. RABI is working to close the farming wellbeing gap and build a future where farming people can thrive. Over the past 25 years alone, RABI has delivered almost £250 Million in direct financial support to the farming community, whilst the charity's professional counselling service has provided 11,500 free sessions to farming people since 2022. RABI's wrap-around support services continue to evolve, reaching more people year on year. RABI is on a journey to help shape a future farmers deserve. SUMMARY OF ROLE The PR & Marketing Manager is a specialist media and storytelling lead within RABI's Marketing and Communications team, with a core focus on strengthening the charity's voice across agricultural, regional and national media. This pivotal role requires a journalistically minded communications professional with a strong track record in media engagement, story sourcing, and reactive PR. With a firm grasp of audience insight, campaign messaging and fast-paced content development, the postholder will manage all inbound media enquiries, drive proactive press activity, and lead the creation of compelling editorial and campaign copy that elevates RABI's brand and influence. The role reports to the Senior Strategic Communications Manager and is supported by the Marketing & Communications Coordinator. It will work closely with colleagues across the organisation to uncover impactful stories, draft powerful messaging and manage time-sensitive responses. This role is ideal for a media professional with experience in journalism, public relations or press office environments who brings a blend of creativity, copywriting skill, and newsroom agility. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES PR and Media Relations Lead the delivery of RABI's press office function, including proactive media outreach, reactive response, and managing journalist relationships. Continually scope, plan and deliver media engagement activity to secure positive and frequent press coverage across agricultural, health, regional, and national media. Draft compelling press releases, media packs, statements, and comment pieces aligned to RABI's strategic priorities. Cultivate and maintain a live, segmented database of journalists, editors, sector influencers and media contacts. Serve as contact for media handling during high-profile campaigns, events, or issues, supported by senior colleagues and external PR agency partners. Campaign Marketing and Creative Development Develop and implement creative marketing campaigns to support RABI's major initiatives, appeals, events, and sector outreach. Coordinate the production of marketing content including videography, photography and storytelling assets. Direct the framework and management of RABI's online asset library. Collaborate with internal teams, including External Affairs and Fundraising, to create engaging marketing outputs tailored to key audiences. Oversee third-party designers, writers, photographers and multimedia producers for marketing and PR related materials. Ensure all outputs are brand-consistent, audience-focused, and aligned with RABI's tone of voice and messaging guidelines. Publications and Content Planning Oversee the planning and delivery of RABI's outward-facing publications and branded content, ensuring they align with organisational priorities, audience needs, and campaign timelines. Act as editorial lead-commissioning, writing, and editing content in collaboration with internal teams, external contributors, designers and printers. Manage project timelines and workflows for all publications, from initial scoping through to production and distribution, ensuring content is delivered to a consistently high standard and to deadline. Maintain high standards of content governance, applying editorial judgement and ensuring compliance with brand guidelines, accessibility standards, and legal/ethical requirements (e.g. safeguarding, consent, GDPR). Work closely with the Senior Strategic Communications Manager to shape RABI's long-term publications roadmap, ensuring that content plays a strategic role in reputation building and stakeholder influence. Digital Collaboration and Integrated Marketing Work in close partnership with the Digital Communications team on the cohesive planning and delivery of integrated campaigns across digital and traditional channels. Support the Digital Communication team's planning and rollout of supporter journeys via email, ensuring communications that reflect RABI's brand voice and objectives. Input into CRM-led campaign planning using Microsoft Dynamics 365, helping segment audiences, personalise outreach and track engagement. Share campaign results and insights with the Digital Communications team to jointly evaluate performance and identify opportunities for refinement and learning. Team and Project Leadership Line-manage the Marketing & Communications Coordinator, ensuring clear direction, regular feedback, and development support. Support the delivery of integrated campaign plans led by the Senior Strategic Communications Manager, ensuring timely implementation of PR and marketing deliverables. Brand Awareness and Recognition Identify new opportunities to grow brand awareness and RABI's share of voice within the agricultural and wider wellbeing sectors. Lead on promotional activity for awards submissions, key events and organisational milestones. Create and coordinate celebratory communications for sector recognition, shortlists or accolades achieved by RABI. Insight, Evaluation and Learning Track campaign and media engagement performance using AgilityPR and generate insights to optimise future planning. Produce monthly reporting dashboards for the Senior Strategic Communications Manager with narrative summaries of media reach, campaign engagement, and PR activity. Apply a test-and-learn approach to campaign marketing, incorporating audience insight, message testing and performance data into continuous improvement cycles PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Marketing or a related field. Minimum 5 years' experience working in public relations, media engagement, or campaign marketing, with a demonstrable track record of leading successful, high-profile communications activity. Proven ability to manage integrated marketing campaigns from concept to delivery. Exceptional copywriting skills with a flair for storytelling and message crafting. Experience in managing staff or direct reports Proven experience developing publications and editorial outputs in a professional setting, including commissioning, writing, and managing multi-stage content workflows. Ability to transform complex or sensitive material into clear, compelling narratives for varied audiences. Confidence working with designers, printers and digital producers to deliver high-quality, on-brand content across formats. Strong project management skills and the ability to work across multiple priorities with confidence. An understanding of brand application across different channels and content formats. Familiarity with media monitoring tools Strong understanding of email marketing principles and experience working collaboratively with Digital teams on CRM-supported campaigns. Ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams. Desirable Experience working within the charity, health, rural affairs, or public services sector. Knowledge of the agricultural sector or issues affecting rural communities. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud or Canva. This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder according to future developments at RABI. BENEFITS 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (based on full time working). Enrolment to Nest on commencement of employment and then opportunity to join RABI's group pension scheme with Standard Life where RABI make contributions equivalent to 10% of your basic salary, provided you make a personal contribution of 5%. Life assurance from day one. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme. On site parking. RABI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aims to ensure that all employment practices secure equality of opportunity and that no prospective or current employee receives less than favourable treatment at RABI as a result of their sex, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, disability, marital, or for any other reason which cannot be shown to be justifiable . click apply for full job details
RABI
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Events & Engagement Manager Location: Shaw House, 27 West Way, Oxford, OX2 0QH Department: Comms Salary : £38,000 to £40,000 per annum (depending on experience) Hours: 35 Contract Type : Permanent RABI is the farmers charity. RABI supports farming people across England, Wales and NI with expert, one-to-one practical, financial and emotional help, all year round. From confidential advice and mental health support to direct financial assistance, their tailored services respond to the unique challenges of farming life. At the heart of RABI's mission is a commitment to strengthening resilience; helping farming people feel valued, supported and better equipped to navigate uncertainty and change. RABI is working to close the farming wellbeing gap and build a future where farming people can thrive. Over the past 25 years alone, RABI has delivered almost £250 Million in direct financial support to the farming community, whilst the charity's professional counselling service has provided 11,500 free sessions to farming people since 2022. RABI's wrap-around support services continue to evolve, reaching more people year on year. RABI is on a journey to help shape a future farmers deserve. SUMMARY OF ROLE This is a pivotal new role within RABI's Marketing & Communications team, managing the planning and delivery of RABI's presence at high-profile agricultural, corporate and external affairs events throughout the year, whilst overseeing the management and deployment of volunteers and ambassadors at shows and local engagement activities across England and Wales. The Events & Engagement Manager will ensure that all activities reflect RABI's values and strategic goals and that our network of volunteers and ambassadors are expertly managed and supported. You'll be responsible for managing a high-performing events function, overseeing two Events and Marketing Coordinators and working collaboratively across the charity to ensure RABI is visible, active and engaged across the sector. You will bring experience, professionalism and a hands-on approach to deliver high-quality, mission-driven events that drive brand awareness and build relationships across our community. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Strategic Leadership of Events and Ambassador Programme Lead the development and implementation of a national events strategy that reflects RABI's priorities and enhances the charity's presence across rural and farming communities. Build and maintain a comprehensive events and shows calendar, ensuring a coordinated and strategic approach to regional and national opportunities. Work closely with RABI's Fundraising, External Affairs and Volunteering teams to ensure events, conferences and shows are aligned with RABI's strategic objectives and are on brand. Lead and develop RABI's new Ambassador programme, working in collaboration with the Volunteering department to launch the programme from pilot to national rollout. Agricultural Shows and Sector Representation Take a leading role in managing RABI's presence at key agricultural shows and rural events (e.g. Royal Welsh Show, Great Yorkshire Show, Oxford Farming Conference, LAMMA). Oversee the end-to-end delivery of shows and events attendance including logistics, stand design, staffing, promotional materials, health and safety and evaluation. Represent RABI at events with professionalism and warmth, acting as a visible ambassador and engaging with supporters, stakeholders and the public. Build strong relationships with show organisers and agricultural networks to secure prominent placements and collaborative opportunities. Event Management and Delivery Project manage a range of events including: National and regional agriculture shows and conferences Volunteer and ambassador engagement events Rural community outreach and partnership events Ensure all events are delivered to a high standard, on time and within budget. Oversee and manage logistics including venue hire, AV, accommodation, transport, catering, health and safety and accessibility. Manage risks and ensure compliance with RABI's policies, safeguarding protocols and relevant regulations. Team Leadership and Development Line-manage two Events and Marketing Coordinators, providing regular support, mentoring and performance reviews. Foster a collaborative and proactive culture within the team, encouraging innovation and continuous improvement. Delegate effectively and ensure clarity of roles and responsibilities across the team. Cross-Team Collaboration Work closely with your colleagues in the Communications team to plan promotional content for each event (print, digital and social media). Contribute to the wider communications planning cycle, identifying storytelling opportunities arising from events. Coordinate with Fundraising, External Affairs and Volunteering colleagues to ensure event activity supports supporter engagement and community mobilisation. Monitoring, Reporting and Evaluation Monitor event budgets, track expenditure and provide clear financial reports. Gather and analyse attendee feedback, media coverage and impact data to evaluate the success of each event. Produce regular updates for the Senior Strategic Communications Manager and Head of Marketing and Communications. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential A minimum 5 years' experience working in a successful Events team at a managerial level. Proven experience in managing a broad portfolio of events, ideally within the charity, agricultural or rural affairs sectors. Demonstrable experience of line-management and overseeing the management of volunteers/ambassadors Proven experience leading high-profile public-facing events such as exhibitions, trade shows and external affairs events Excellent organisational and project management skills with a high attention to detail. Confident communicator and relationship builder, able to represent the charity with professionalism and warmth. Comfortable working flexibly, including occasional evenings, weekends and national travel. Understanding of health and safety and safeguarding considerations in event delivery Full UK driving licence. Desirable Previous experience in rural or farming events Welsh language proficiency (spoken and/or written) is desirable for this role, to support effective comms and engagement with Welsh-speaking stakeholders and communities. Experience using CRM systems (preferably Microsoft Dynamics) and event evaluation tools. Basic design and marketing skills (Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud or similar) This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder according to future developments at RABI. BENEFITS 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (based on full time working). Enrolment to Nest on commencement of employment and then opportunity to join RABI's group pension scheme with Standard Life where RABI make contributions equivalent to 10% of your basic salary, provided you make a personal contribution of 5%. Life assurance from day one. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme. On site parking. RABI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aims to ensure that all employment practices secure equality of opportunity and that no prospective or current employee receives less than favourable treatment at RABI as a result of their sex, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, disability, marital, or for any other reason which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Our recruitment process strives to ensure that individuals are selected only based on their relevant skills, experience, qualifications and abilities. REF-
RABI
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Individual Giving Fundraiser Location : Shaw House, 27 West Way, Oxford, OX2 0QH Department: Fundraising Salary : £34,000 (depending on experience) Hours: 35 Contract Type : Permanent RABI is the farmers charity. RABI supports farming people across England, Wales and NI with expert, one-to-one practical, financial and emotional help, all year round. From confidential advice and mental health support to direct financial assistance, their tailored services respond to the unique challenges of farming life. At the heart of RABI's mission is a commitment to strengthening resilience; helping farming people feel valued, supported and better equipped to navigate uncertainty and change. RABI is working to close the farming wellbeing gap and build a future where farming people can thrive. Over the past 25 years alone, RABI has delivered almost £250 Million in direct financial support to the farming community, whilst the charity's professional counselling service has provided 11,500 free sessions to farming people since 2022. RABI's wrap-around support services continue to evolve, reaching more people year on year. RABI is on a journey to help shape a future farmers deserve. Summary and key purpose This new role will be primarily responsible for developing, marketing and managing our individual giving together with working across other fundraising disciplines. You will be a key member of our fundraising team, producing compelling fundraising communications, stewarding individual donors, including regular donors and gifts in memory. You will ensure that our donors receive excellent care. Our Individual Giving programme will incorporate one-off donations, regular giving, digital fundraising, appeals and in-memory giving. You will do this, with the support of our recently appointed fundraising agency, who you will manage our relationship with week by week. A critical element of the role will be how we market ourselves to potential new donors, taking them on an emotional engagement journey in order to solicit regular gifts. Your expertise and skills: To excel in this role, you will need prior experience of working in a fundraising setting, with an understanding of good stewardship practices. You should be a self-starter who thrives in a dynamic environment, working across teams and meeting multiple deadlines. Your excellent relationship management skills will enable you to effectively communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders and gather information on new projects. You must have a thorough understanding of individual giving, developing donor journeys and experience of work with agencies. Key responsibilities: Day-to-day management of the regular giving programme, project managing appeals and overseeing the thanking process for individual donors. Create, plan, deliver and evaluate multi-channel, compliant, insight-led, supporter-centric campaigns to engage and drive action from new and existing supporters. Manage our newly appointed fundraising agency, and in doing so, help deliver an ambitious appeal programme and income target. Review and develop operational plans for individual giving (including regular giving, in memory, digital fundraising and appeals) working to achieve agreed targets. Communicate and document key performance indicators across individual giving appeals. Ensuring you provide commentary to accompany results reporting, drawing on insights and the wider picture to add context and make recommendations from your learnings. Work with the fundraising agency and RABI communications team to produce and edit appropriate collateral. Devise and deliver supporter communications, including stewardship activity, welcome journey content and appeal communications. Help ensure that we comply with legal and compliance requirements including industry best practice, GDPR/PECR regulations and the CIOF code of Fundraising Practice. Develop and maintain good working relationships and liaison with other members of RABI staff. Take part and contribute to team meetings. Cooperate with RABI on health and safety matters, taking reasonable care of own and other people's health and safety within the workplace. Follow and H&S training received and alert RABI to any serious risks. Actively participate in the staff appraisal scheme and be committed to training and development in line with RABI's aims and objectives. Liaise with volunteers, clients, contractors and other stakeholders as necessary. Promote the Charity's work, assisting with demonstrations and in fundraising and awareness events as appropriate. Perform any other reasonable task as required by the Charity. Person Specification: Essential Marketing or direct marketing or marketing qualification. Experience of using direct marketing methods to recruit, retain and develop supporters (e.g. telemarketing). Previous direct marketing or transferrable experience. This should include project managing or assisting a project manager to plan and deliver activity and evaluate results Planning, delivering and managing individual giving programmes. Delivering donor recruitment and retention projects from initiation to completion. Proven track record of meeting or exceeding targets from unrestricted donations. Presenting confidently to a variety of audiences. Building relationships and maximising engagement with donors and supporters Able to create and tailor engaging and emotive copy for a range of different channels. Empathy with the goals and objectives of RABI. A positive and creative approach to work, with the ability to multitask. Strong interpersonal skills, including good telephone manner and empathy towards in-memory donors. Ability to record accurate data and work with a CRM system Self-motivated and confident in working, both independently and in teams Good communicator, including face-to-face, phone, in writing and via remote communications. Good written and numeracy skills. Ability to manage time effectively, prioritise workload and plan-ahead. Good IT skills (MS Office including Excel and Word). Understanding of Data Protection and fundraising regulations, compliance and best practice. Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Desirable Knowledge of targeting, segmentation and response analysis. Knowledge of testing, validation and taking campaign learnings forward. Knowledge of print and online production processes. Understanding of the Gift Aid process. Voluntary sector experience. A full UK driving license. Experience of database use Experience of fundraising platforms such as Just Giving. This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder according to future developments at RABI. Early applications are encouraged for this position as shortlisting and interviews will take place on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a suitable application prior to the deadline. BENEFITS 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (based on full time working). Enrolment to Nest on commencement of employment and then opportunity to join RABI's group pension scheme with Standard Life where RABI make contributions equivalent to 10% of your basic salary, provided you make a personal contribution of 5%. Life assurance from day one. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme. On site parking. RABI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aims to ensure that all employment practices secure equality of opportunity and that no prospective or current employee receives less than favourable treatment at RABI as a result of their sex, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, disability, marital, or for any other reason which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Our recruitment process strives to ensure that individuals are selected only based on their relevant skills, experience, quali?cations and abilities. REF-