{"id":63555,"date":"2025-09-29T11:04:22","date_gmt":"2025-09-29T11:04:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/opportunitiesforyouth.org\/?p=63555"},"modified":"2025-09-29T11:04:22","modified_gmt":"2025-09-29T11:04:22","slug":"call-for-applications-schools-triathlon-young-leaders-fundraising-role-uk-remote","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/opportunitiesconnect.com\/?p=63555","title":{"rendered":"Call for Applications: Schools Triathlon Young Leaders \u2013 Fundraising Role (UK, Remote)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The <strong data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1627\">Schools Triathlon<\/strong> is a fun sporting event for 7\u201313 year olds. Its mission is to get young people moving, having fun, and discovering the power of fundraising.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"2050\">In 2025, over 10,000 young people took part in 12 events, raising an incredible \u00a31.5 million for Restless Development and local charities. Since its inception, the Schools Triathlon has raised over \u00a35 million, making it the organization\u2019s flagship fundraising event each year.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"505\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"536\">About Restless Development<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"994\"><a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/restlessdevelopment.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"593\">Restless Development<\/a> is a locally-led, globally connected network, independently registered and governed in nine countries (India, Nepal, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Uganda, UK, USA, Zambia, and Zimbabwe) bound together by a vision for youth power. The organization supports the collective power of young leaders to create a better world, running youth-led programmes to tackle the issues that young people care about most.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"996\" data-end=\"1409\">They also run the <a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1082\">Youth Collective<\/a>, a growing network of over 5,000 local youth civil society groups and organisations in 185 countries. Restless Development is committed to creating a network that walks the talk on power shifting, using the <a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1374\">Power Shifting Checklist<\/a>, both internally and externally.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1430\">More information:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1573\">\n<li data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1508\">\n<p data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1508\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1506\">Restless Development Strategy<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1509\" data-end=\"1573\">\n<p data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1573\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1571\">We Are Restless Blog<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2055\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2057\" data-end=\"2074\">About the Role<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2373\">The <strong data-start=\"2080\" data-end=\"2114\">Schools Triathlon Young Leader<\/strong> plays a key role in supporting the successful delivery of the Schools Triathlon series. Working within Restless Development\u2019s Fundraising Team, Young Leaders contribute to event delivery, school engagement, participant recruitment, and fundraising support.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2375\" data-end=\"2419\">This role provides hands-on experience in:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2420\" data-end=\"2514\">\n<li data-start=\"2420\" data-end=\"2440\">\n<p data-start=\"2422\" data-end=\"2440\">Event management<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2441\" data-end=\"2460\">\n<p data-start=\"2443\" data-end=\"2460\">Public speaking<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2461\" data-end=\"2487\">\n<p data-start=\"2463\" data-end=\"2487\">Stakeholder engagement<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2488\" data-end=\"2514\">\n<p data-start=\"2490\" data-end=\"2514\">Fundraising operations<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2516\" data-end=\"2603\">You will work closely with schools, participants, partners, and event delivery teams.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2605\" data-end=\"2608\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"2610\" data-end=\"2630\">Position Details<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"2632\" data-end=\"3219\">\n<li data-start=\"2632\" data-end=\"2691\">\n<p data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2691\"><strong data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2643\">Role:<\/strong> Schools Triathlon Young Leaders (4 positions)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2692\" data-end=\"2816\">\n<p data-start=\"2694\" data-end=\"2816\"><strong data-start=\"2694\" data-end=\"2707\">Location:<\/strong> Remote, with occasional days in London office (Somerset\/Dorset, Reading\/Oxford, Bristol, Manchester, Kent)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2817\" data-end=\"2887\">\n<p data-start=\"2819\" data-end=\"2887\"><strong data-start=\"2819\" data-end=\"2830\">Salary:<\/strong> UK Living Wage \u2013 \u00a392\/day, 1\u20132 days per week on average<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2888\" data-end=\"2946\">\n<p data-start=\"2890\" data-end=\"2946\"><strong data-start=\"2890\" data-end=\"2915\">Preferred Start Date:<\/strong> November 2025 \u2013 January 2026<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2947\" data-end=\"2982\">\n<p data-start=\"2949\" data-end=\"2982\"><strong data-start=\"2949\" data-end=\"2969\">Contract Length:<\/strong> 6\u20138 months<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2983\" data-end=\"3029\">\n<p data-start=\"2985\" data-end=\"3029\"><strong data-start=\"2985\" data-end=\"2994\">Visa:<\/strong> Right to work in the UK required<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3030\" data-end=\"3114\">\n<p data-start=\"3032\" data-end=\"3114\"><strong data-start=\"3032\" data-end=\"3049\">Requirements:<\/strong> Full driver\u2019s license, reliable vehicle, personal IT equipment<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3115\" data-end=\"3157\">\n<p data-start=\"3117\" data-end=\"3157\"><strong data-start=\"3117\" data-end=\"3132\">Reports to:<\/strong> Schools Triathlon Team<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3158\" data-end=\"3219\">\n<p data-start=\"3160\" data-end=\"3219\"><strong data-start=\"3160\" data-end=\"3180\">Expected Travel:<\/strong> Regular travel to schools and events<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3224\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"3226\" data-end=\"3249\">Systems &amp; Processes<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3251\" data-end=\"3554\">\n<li data-start=\"3251\" data-end=\"3354\">\n<p data-start=\"3253\" data-end=\"3354\">Maintain <a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"3262\" data-end=\"3303\">Salesforce<\/a> supporter database, following processes and GDPR<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3355\" data-end=\"3407\">\n<p data-start=\"3357\" data-end=\"3407\">Record and update JustGiving pages and campaigns<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3408\" data-end=\"3500\">\n<p data-start=\"3410\" data-end=\"3500\">Update registration system (<a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"3438\" data-end=\"3475\">Eventrac<\/a>) per GDPR requirements<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3501\" data-end=\"3554\">\n<p data-start=\"3503\" data-end=\"3554\">Provide general admin support to Fundraising Team<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"3556\" data-end=\"3559\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"3561\" data-end=\"3592\">Fundraising &amp; Relationships<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3594\" data-end=\"3777\">\n<li data-start=\"3594\" data-end=\"3683\">\n<p data-start=\"3596\" data-end=\"3683\">Serve as a friendly and professional point of contact for local participating schools<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3684\" data-end=\"3726\">\n<p data-start=\"3686\" data-end=\"3726\">Respond to parent and school enquiries<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3727\" data-end=\"3777\">\n<p data-start=\"3729\" data-end=\"3777\">Join meetings with schools and event suppliers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"3779\" data-end=\"3782\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"3784\" data-end=\"3820\">Event Engagement &amp; Communication<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3822\" data-end=\"4103\">\n<li data-start=\"3822\" data-end=\"3872\">\n<p data-start=\"3824\" data-end=\"3872\">Deliver fun and engaging assemblies in schools<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3873\" data-end=\"3916\">\n<p data-start=\"3875\" data-end=\"3916\">Inspire pupils to sign up and fundraise<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3917\" data-end=\"3976\">\n<p data-start=\"3919\" data-end=\"3976\">Support schools in recruiting and motivating volunteers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3977\" data-end=\"4103\">\n<p data-start=\"3979\" data-end=\"4103\">Participate in events: welcoming participants, supporting volunteers, marshalling the course, and assisting with logistics<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"4105\" data-end=\"4108\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"4110\" data-end=\"4131\">Social Media &amp; PR<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"4133\" data-end=\"4207\">\n<li data-start=\"4133\" data-end=\"4207\">\n<p data-start=\"4135\" data-end=\"4207\">Assist in promoting the Schools Triathlon across social media channels<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"4209\" data-end=\"4212\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"4214\" data-end=\"4230\">Other Duties<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"4232\" data-end=\"4442\">\n<li data-start=\"4232\" data-end=\"4316\">\n<p data-start=\"4234\" data-end=\"4316\">Build understanding of international development and youth-related global issues<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4317\" data-end=\"4387\">\n<p data-start=\"4319\" data-end=\"4387\">Work some weekends during event series (time off in lieu provided)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4388\" data-end=\"4442\">\n<p data-start=\"4390\" data-end=\"4442\">Take on additional duties to support event success<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"4444\" data-end=\"4447\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"4449\" data-end=\"4474\">Skills and Experience<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4476\" data-end=\"4492\"><strong data-start=\"4476\" data-end=\"4490\">Essential:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4493\" data-end=\"4661\">\n<li data-start=\"4493\" data-end=\"4532\">\n<p data-start=\"4495\" data-end=\"4532\">Fluent English (written and spoken)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4533\" data-end=\"4572\">\n<p data-start=\"4535\" data-end=\"4572\">Driver\u2019s license and vehicle access<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4573\" data-end=\"4635\">\n<p data-start=\"4575\" data-end=\"4635\">Interest in charity sector or fundraising\/event management<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4636\" data-end=\"4661\">\n<p data-start=\"4638\" data-end=\"4661\">Personal IT equipment<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4663\" data-end=\"4679\"><strong data-start=\"4663\" data-end=\"4677\">Desirable:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4680\" data-end=\"4885\">\n<li data-start=\"4680\" data-end=\"4740\">\n<p data-start=\"4682\" data-end=\"4740\">Organizational skills, attention to detail, adaptability<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4741\" data-end=\"4800\">\n<p data-start=\"4743\" data-end=\"4800\">Experience in public speaking and communication methods<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4801\" data-end=\"4838\">\n<p data-start=\"4803\" data-end=\"4838\">Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4839\" data-end=\"4885\">\n<p data-start=\"4841\" data-end=\"4885\">Team player, independent, willing to learn<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"4887\" data-end=\"4890\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"4892\" data-end=\"4914\">Values and Culture<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4916\" data-end=\"5059\">Restless Development celebrates staff, beneficiaries, donors, and global achievements with monthly Values Champions and an annual Values Day.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5061\" data-end=\"5074\"><strong data-start=\"5061\" data-end=\"5072\">Values:<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"5075\" data-end=\"5285\">\n<li data-start=\"5075\" data-end=\"5116\">\n<p data-start=\"5077\" data-end=\"5116\"><strong data-start=\"5077\" data-end=\"5087\">Heart:<\/strong> We are who we serve, brave<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5117\" data-end=\"5174\">\n<p data-start=\"5119\" data-end=\"5174\"><strong data-start=\"5119\" data-end=\"5128\">Head:<\/strong> 100% professional, proving young people can<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5175\" data-end=\"5237\">\n<p data-start=\"5177\" data-end=\"5237\"><strong data-start=\"5177\" data-end=\"5187\">Voice:<\/strong> Generate leaders, promote youth-led development<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5238\" data-end=\"5285\">\n<p data-start=\"5240\" data-end=\"5285\"><strong data-start=\"5240\" data-end=\"5250\">Hands:<\/strong> Work together, listen, and learn<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"5287\" data-end=\"5290\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"5292\" data-end=\"5320\">Professional Development<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"5322\" data-end=\"5670\">\n<li data-start=\"5322\" data-end=\"5370\">\n<p data-start=\"5324\" data-end=\"5370\">In-person induction and closeout celebration<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5371\" data-end=\"5402\">\n<p data-start=\"5373\" data-end=\"5402\">1:1 and group accompaniment<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5403\" data-end=\"5448\">\n<p data-start=\"5405\" data-end=\"5448\">Leadership training, coaching, mentorship<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5449\" data-end=\"5520\">\n<p data-start=\"5451\" data-end=\"5520\">Connection to Youth Collective (5,400 organizations, 167 countries)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5521\" data-end=\"5581\">\n<p data-start=\"5523\" data-end=\"5581\">Attendance at staff workshops, Values Day, team meetings<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5582\" data-end=\"5635\">\n<p data-start=\"5584\" data-end=\"5635\">Empowering opportunities for significant projects<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5636\" data-end=\"5670\">\n<p data-start=\"5638\" data-end=\"5670\">Regular performance management<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"5672\" data-end=\"5675\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"5677\" data-end=\"5700\">Equal Opportunities<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5702\" data-end=\"5843\">Restless Development is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applicants from all sectors and backgrounds, ensuring no discrimination.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"5845\" data-end=\"5848\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"5850\" data-end=\"5866\">Safeguarding<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5868\" data-end=\"6045\">All staff, volunteers, and partners are responsible for the safety and welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. The role follows strict safeguarding policies.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"6047\" data-end=\"6050\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"6052\" data-end=\"6068\">How to Apply<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"6070\" data-end=\"6123\">Submit a short statement (300\u2013500 words) answering:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"6124\" data-end=\"6243\">\n<li data-start=\"6124\" data-end=\"6183\">\n<p data-start=\"6126\" data-end=\"6183\">Why do you want to be a Schools Triathlon Young Leader?<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6184\" data-end=\"6243\">\n<p data-start=\"6186\" data-end=\"6243\">What skills or experiences would you bring to the role?<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"6245\" data-end=\"6298\">Alternatively, record a 2\u20133 minute video statement.<\/p>\n<p><strong data-start=\"218\" data-end=\"244\">Call for Applications:<\/strong> Schools Triathlon Young Leaders (4 positions \u2013 Somerset\/Dorset, Reading\/Oxford, Bristol, Manchester, and Kent)<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"500\">Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and eligible candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as early as possible.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6300\" data-end=\"6364\"><strong>Questions?<\/strong><br \/>\nEmail <a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"6317\" data-end=\"6362\">Jemma: <\/a><a href=\"mailto:jemma@restlessdevelopment.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">jemma@restlessdevelopment.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6366\" data-end=\"6433\"><a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/restlessdevelopment.bamboohr.com\/careers\/193\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"6366\" data-end=\"6431\">Apply Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6435\" data-end=\"6515\"><strong>For more tips:<\/strong><br \/>\n<a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/restlessdevelopment.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"6450\" data-end=\"6513\">Restless Development Website<\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6435\" data-end=\"6515\">\n<p data-start=\"6435\" data-end=\"6515\"><em><strong>For more opportunities, click <a href=\"http:\/\/opportunitiesforyouth.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HERE<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Schools Triathlon is a fun sporting event for 7\u201313 year olds. 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