Highly competitive package • Based Herts (25 mins from Central London)

As Head of Fundraising, you will have a highly influential role within our management team, with a remit to build Mercy Ships' UK profile and voluntary income. Reporting to the Chief Executive, this is an exciting opportunity to further develop and deliver Mercy Ships' fundraising strategy, whilst also providing hands-on fundraising support and leadership to our successful and dedicated fundraising team.

You will be a highly motivated and experienced fundraiser, with a proven track record of inspiring potential supporters and securing funds from a variety of sources. Equally importantly, you will have management experience, whether gained through managing a regional or national team, which will enable you to effectively manage the day-to-day running of our fundraising operations.

If you can commit to helping us deliver a compassionate response to a world where many have lost hope, are sympathetic to our Christian ethos, and have the skills we seek for this key role, come and help us change lives.

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Please send your CV and any supporting information in strict confidence under reference HF11584 to: jmm@cjagroup.com or to CJA Recruitment Group, 2 London Wall Buildings, London EC2M 5UX or phone 020 7588 5407 for an initial discussion.

Closing date for applications: Monday 8 February 2010.