Donor Relations Officer

About the Role

Reporting to the Chief of Staff, and working closely with our Executive Director, we are looking for someone to support all aspects of the development and implementation of our work with major donors. From ensuring efficient administration to coordinating bids, overseeing timely donor reporting and nurturing relationships with some of Good Law Project’s key supporters, the Donor Relations Officer will be at the heart of expanding Good Law Project’s work in this area. 

This is an ideal opportunity for an individual with a passion for the work of Good Law Project who wants to use their strong interpersonal, organisational and planning skills to help increase our impact. We have ambitious income-generation targets and are looking for somebody who brings determination, attention to detail and a focus on delivery. The role will require enthusiasm, flexibility and the ability to occasionally support and participate in evening events and appointments. 

We recognise that experience and skills can be gained in a variety of ways including through your lived experience, personal life and interests as well as professional career experience. We welcome applications which meet the person specification through any of these – including from candidates who have experience in account management or sales administration, whether in the private or not-for-profit sector. 

The full job description, personal specification, Good Law Project values and structure chart can be found in this job pack.

 

About Us

Good Law Project is a not-for-profit campaign organisation which uses the law to hold power to account, protect the environment and ensure no one is left behind.

We had a primary role in overturning the prorogation of Parliament in 2019. We successfully challenged the Government’s operation of a fast track ‘VIP lane’ for awarding lucrative PPE contracts to those with political connections and our campaigning played a key role in the Met Police opening an investigation into Boris Johnson over the Partygate scandal. In July 2023, we forced the Government to accept that its flagship Net Zero strategy is unlawful and to develop a better plan.

A bold, young organisation with a ground-breaking track record, we speak the truth and act with integrity. We are proud to be primarily funded by members of the public, which keeps us fiercely independent. Our organisation has experienced significant growth over the last two years. 

Our close-knit team of staff work across four core areas: campaigning, legal, operations and partnerships. We are nimble and reactive to external events which means Good Law Project suits people who thrive in a fast-paced, at times quite pressured environment. You must share our passion for upholding democracy, protecting the environment and ensuring no one is left behind. Our culture is one of openness and innovation which encourages all staff to pitch ideas and influence the organisation’s direction. We are brave, honest and decisive – those are Good Law Project’s values. We recognise the value of our employees, individually and collectively, and are committed to investing in their welfare and development.

In August 2022 we established an independent SRA-regulated law firm in London, Good Law Practice, to support and develop our work. 

How to apply

We ask that you submit your application in the format of one 4-page (maximum) document consisting of:

• your CV (max two pages) 
• your covering letter of no more than two pages. Please clearly answer the following questions in your covering letter:

1. why you are interested in joining Good Law Project
2. how you relate to our values shown below
3. what knowledge, skills and experience you have gained in your life that you would bring to this role
4. what support you would want from us to grow in this role
5. if you have a disability, any adjustments or access requirements and how we can help you during the recruitment process
6. that you have suitable facilities and space to be able to work from home safely should that be an option (excluding IT kit which we will provide)  
7. your current notice period
8. include details of two employment referees
9. your availability on 19 April & 24 April for interviews

We ask all candidates to send their 4-page (maximum) document to jobs@goodlawproject.org using the subject heading, “Donor Relations Officer”.

Interview details: We intend to hold interviews in person for short-listed candidates on 19 April 2023 with second interviews in person on 24 April 2023. It is important that you check your junk mail for emails from Good Law Project as well as your main inbox.

Join us in the fight for a fairer future

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Or email: jobs@goodlawproject.org with the subject line: Donor Relations Officer

Encouragement of equal opportunity and reasonable adjustments

Good Law Project wants to ensure that it has an inclusive and diverse culture.  Part of this is ensuring that we incorporate equality, diversity and inclusion in our recruitment practices. This is a journey on which we are travelling. It’s important that we attract, welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. We are actively committed to removing barriers and challenging discriminatory practices in recruitment on the  basis of age, disability, LGBT or relationship status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion and belief, sex or social class. We particularly welcome applications from racialised ethnic groups and/or those with lived experience of disadvantage. 

We guarantee to interview all applicants who have a disability provided they meet the essential criteria for the role.  If this applies to you, please flag that you have a disability in your cover email and we will check if there are any adjustments or special arrangements that you need to help you with the next stage of the recruitment process. If you need assistance with the submission of your application, please contact jobs@goodlawproject.org