Grant Fundraiser x4 Traineeships

Break into fundraising and make a difference

Are you passionate and self-motivated? Do you have excellent written and verbal communication skills? If you would like to use your abilities to raise funds for charities, Chell Perkins Ltd's Junior Fundraiser Traineeship will teach you everything you need to know. 

Chell Perkins Ltd are looking for FOUR people who are passionate about bringing positive change through fundraising. We want to nurture a new generation of fundraisers to provide charities with access to exceptional fundraising support.

We are offering a 4-month/16 week fully paid traineeship (approx £1,700pm) working with real clients in a fundraising consultancy and gaining a recognised certificate with education credits towards CFRE to really give you a headstart in working in the charity sector. There are a number of vacancies at Chell Perkins and at the end of the course trainees will be eligible to apply for a permanent position.

This immersive programme starts on 2nd September 2024  is home based with quality training and plenty of support from other experienced fundraisers.

Why Chell Perkins?

At the end of our Junior Fundraiser Traineeship, you will be a confident and capable fundraiser. But there’s much more to the scheme than that. The Chell Perkins team are a great bunch of people to work with. We really care about our partner charities and YOUR future. Our supportive and empowering work culture will enable you to realise your own potential.

“This programme is truly unique and rewarding. I recommend it to anyone thinking of beginning a fundraising career.” Junior Fundraiser, 2020

“The traineeship was an amazing opportunity, and I learnt so much about fundraising and the charity sector in such an engaging way. Everyone in the team is so friendly and supportive, you couldn't work with or learn from anyone better”  Class of 2023  and now Fundraising Officer 2023

“ The hands-on training opportunities that come with a role at Chell Perkins are invaluable for anyone who is looking to get into fundraising. I don't think you could find a more immersive and rewarding experience in the charity sector anywhere else!” Junior Fundraiser, 2022

“This traineeship has given me a headstart in my fundraising career and I couldn’t be more grateful! I left university with a love for charity work but little idea as to how I could use that passion in my everyday life, but this traineeship has helped me develop the skills and knowledge I need to make a real difference in the charity sector”. Class of 2023  and now Fundraising Officer 2023 

Client mix

Candidates should be aware that at present 70% of our partner charities come from a Christian background (churches or Christian charities). While it is not a requirement to be Christian, candidates must be happy to write for a faith-based audience.

Applications

This role is home-based; however, you may occasionally be required to work from client sites (nationally, with a North West focus).

For more details about this opportunity, contact hello@chellperkins.com and request a copy of the Job Description & Person Specification document.

If our Junior Fundraiser Training Programme sounds like it could be a perfect fit for you, why not apply? We look forward to hearing from you!  The traineeship starts on 2nd September and runs until 20th Dec 2024. Candidates must be available to start on the first day of the traineeship.  Interviews will be held from February onwards and the role will close when we have appointed four trainees.

To apply for this role, please email a recent CV and a covering letter to hello@chellperkins.com In your covering letter, please tell us:

• Why you want to become a fundraiser and why you believe you will be a good one
• Describe any relevant experience you will bring to the role (like writing or debating)
• Why you think people give money to charity, and what role do you think fundraisers play in motivating people to give?
• Why you want to work for Chell Perkins in particular

We recognise that many applicants use AI tools like ChatGPT for drafting applications. Whilst these tools can be helpful, we advise you to first write your application personally and then use AI to refine it. This approach ensures your application remains original and truly reflective of your unique experiences. Last year, we noticed a trend of AI-generated applications lacking individuality, which hindered our ability to connect with the applicants. Remember, it's your personal story, passions, and motivations that make you stand out. Let AI assist you, but let your own voice lead the way.