The charity Racing to School (formerly the British Horseracing Education and Standards Trust), supports the learning and development of young people through unique and free educational programmes delivered for schools and colleges at racecourses, trainers’ yards and studs. This year 13,000 young people will participate in one of three programmes.
Racing to School also leads the Racing Together partnership that embraces all of racing’s community engagement activity by a range of charities and commercial organisations.
A proven fundraiser, preferably with relevant experience within horseracing, is sought to further develop Racing to School’s campaigns and partnerships to support the charity’s expansion. This is an exciting opportunity to join a small team, reporting to the Chief Executive, that includes responsibility for the charity’s day-to-day communications.
To succeed in this role, candidates will need to demonstrate a successful track record in securing gifts from Trusts, businesses and individual donors. Strong administrative skills and examples of achievement through personal initiative will help meet the needs of this role. Experience of event management is also desirable.
Ideally, a working interest in horseracing, and preferably some exposure to the industry would be preferable. The successful candidate will be creative and have excellent communication and inter-personal skills to build relationships at all levels.
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