Level 3 Database and Research Apprentice (Fundraising)

1. Data Entry and Database Support (50%)

Accurately input and maintain donor and gift records using Raiser’s Edge CRM. Process new donations, update contact details, communication preferences, and event attendance. Reconcile donations with bank statements and assist in ensuring accuracy across financial and donor records. Generate and prepare mailing lists, event invites, and thank-you letters through the CRM system. Support the Charity Governance Committee Lead with administrative tasks, record-keeping and document management relating to governance processes.

2. Prospect Research Support (20%)

Assist in identifying new prospective donors using approved online tools and internal resources. Help prepare research profiles, prospect briefings, and insight summaries. Record research findings and activity in Raiser’s Edge and help maintain the prospect pipeline.

3. Donor Stewardship and Communications (20%)

Support the production of thank-you letters, donor updates, and other communications. Ensure correspondence is accurate, timely and appropriately logged in the database. Assist with the delivery of stewardship campaigns and personalised materials.

4. Events Support (10%)

Provide administrative support for small donor events and cultivation activities. Assist with RSVPs, guest list preparation, invitations and logistics. Attend events to support delivery and help with post-event follow-up, including data entry and thank-you communications.

Training:

You will be enrolled on a Business Administration Level 3 course , delivered by an accredited training provider in Paddington. You’ll receive a minimum of 6 hours per week of protected learning time during your contracted hours.

Training Outcome:

Fundraising Administrator.

Employer Description:
King Edward VII’s Hospital was established in 1899 to provide care to service personnel and veterans of the UK’s Armed Forces. In 2018 the Hospital reaffirmed its commitment to the veteran community by establishing the Centre for Veterans’ Health, which now coordinates all healthcare for service personnel, veterans, their spouses, widows and civil partners.

Working Hours :
Flexible.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Non judgemental,Patience