Rachel Miller
Senior Fundraising Executive-Hospital Engagement at Great Ormond Street Hospital Children's Charity- Claim this Profile
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Paul Scharakowski
Rachel was a fantastic mentor to me at my time in MacMillan. Her compassion and empathy towards others come completely natural and a quality which is hard to find nowadays. I worked with Rachel for a year where she mentored me in co ordinating a vital service for the community. As a health and well-being student, I learned a vast amount that my studies would have struggled to teach me. Rachels can do approach and organisation was superb. Overall Rachel has a unique ability to engage with anyone and I feel she will go far within the charity sector. I was lucky to have such a great mentor.
Derrick Otchere
Working alongside Rachel, I was warmed by her genuine desire to support positive change in the lives of young people and her ability to empathise with people on a level I'd rarely seen, and so naturally at that. Rachel has a contagious enthusiasm that is unwavering from one working moment to the next, which demonstrated to be a key force in her ability to lead effectively. She is a confident communicator having managed relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and was able to convey the message of the National Citizen Service (NCS) programme in a profound way that saw her pass the gates of numerous secondary schools across the capital - some previously not accessed - and inspire hundreds of young people to join the programme. What I particularly admired about her leadership was how she injected an ounce of creativity in every task and day to day outgoing; energising games before a meaty task, quizzes and competitions, motivational emails, team lunches - the examples are numerous. However, what was equally powerful was her recognition of the diverse talent of our team and her work in cultivating us to become leaders by giving us key responsibilities, delegating to us work we'd naturally shine on but also identifying areas where we could develop and placing us in measured zones of comfort to fast track our growth. Rachel is an exceptional leader, a true team player and, through personal experience of my own, makes the finest baked treats I might add.
Paul Scharakowski
Rachel was a fantastic mentor to me at my time in MacMillan. Her compassion and empathy towards others come completely natural and a quality which is hard to find nowadays. I worked with Rachel for a year where she mentored me in co ordinating a vital service for the community. As a health and well-being student, I learned a vast amount that my studies would have struggled to teach me. Rachels can do approach and organisation was superb. Overall Rachel has a unique ability to engage with anyone and I feel she will go far within the charity sector. I was lucky to have such a great mentor.
Derrick Otchere
Working alongside Rachel, I was warmed by her genuine desire to support positive change in the lives of young people and her ability to empathise with people on a level I'd rarely seen, and so naturally at that. Rachel has a contagious enthusiasm that is unwavering from one working moment to the next, which demonstrated to be a key force in her ability to lead effectively. She is a confident communicator having managed relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and was able to convey the message of the National Citizen Service (NCS) programme in a profound way that saw her pass the gates of numerous secondary schools across the capital - some previously not accessed - and inspire hundreds of young people to join the programme. What I particularly admired about her leadership was how she injected an ounce of creativity in every task and day to day outgoing; energising games before a meaty task, quizzes and competitions, motivational emails, team lunches - the examples are numerous. However, what was equally powerful was her recognition of the diverse talent of our team and her work in cultivating us to become leaders by giving us key responsibilities, delegating to us work we'd naturally shine on but also identifying areas where we could develop and placing us in measured zones of comfort to fast track our growth. Rachel is an exceptional leader, a true team player and, through personal experience of my own, makes the finest baked treats I might add.
Paul Scharakowski
Rachel was a fantastic mentor to me at my time in MacMillan. Her compassion and empathy towards others come completely natural and a quality which is hard to find nowadays. I worked with Rachel for a year where she mentored me in co ordinating a vital service for the community. As a health and well-being student, I learned a vast amount that my studies would have struggled to teach me. Rachels can do approach and organisation was superb. Overall Rachel has a unique ability to engage with anyone and I feel she will go far within the charity sector. I was lucky to have such a great mentor.
Derrick Otchere
Working alongside Rachel, I was warmed by her genuine desire to support positive change in the lives of young people and her ability to empathise with people on a level I'd rarely seen, and so naturally at that. Rachel has a contagious enthusiasm that is unwavering from one working moment to the next, which demonstrated to be a key force in her ability to lead effectively. She is a confident communicator having managed relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and was able to convey the message of the National Citizen Service (NCS) programme in a profound way that saw her pass the gates of numerous secondary schools across the capital - some previously not accessed - and inspire hundreds of young people to join the programme. What I particularly admired about her leadership was how she injected an ounce of creativity in every task and day to day outgoing; energising games before a meaty task, quizzes and competitions, motivational emails, team lunches - the examples are numerous. However, what was equally powerful was her recognition of the diverse talent of our team and her work in cultivating us to become leaders by giving us key responsibilities, delegating to us work we'd naturally shine on but also identifying areas where we could develop and placing us in measured zones of comfort to fast track our growth. Rachel is an exceptional leader, a true team player and, through personal experience of my own, makes the finest baked treats I might add.
Paul Scharakowski
Rachel was a fantastic mentor to me at my time in MacMillan. Her compassion and empathy towards others come completely natural and a quality which is hard to find nowadays. I worked with Rachel for a year where she mentored me in co ordinating a vital service for the community. As a health and well-being student, I learned a vast amount that my studies would have struggled to teach me. Rachels can do approach and organisation was superb. Overall Rachel has a unique ability to engage with anyone and I feel she will go far within the charity sector. I was lucky to have such a great mentor.
Derrick Otchere
Working alongside Rachel, I was warmed by her genuine desire to support positive change in the lives of young people and her ability to empathise with people on a level I'd rarely seen, and so naturally at that. Rachel has a contagious enthusiasm that is unwavering from one working moment to the next, which demonstrated to be a key force in her ability to lead effectively. She is a confident communicator having managed relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and was able to convey the message of the National Citizen Service (NCS) programme in a profound way that saw her pass the gates of numerous secondary schools across the capital - some previously not accessed - and inspire hundreds of young people to join the programme. What I particularly admired about her leadership was how she injected an ounce of creativity in every task and day to day outgoing; energising games before a meaty task, quizzes and competitions, motivational emails, team lunches - the examples are numerous. However, what was equally powerful was her recognition of the diverse talent of our team and her work in cultivating us to become leaders by giving us key responsibilities, delegating to us work we'd naturally shine on but also identifying areas where we could develop and placing us in measured zones of comfort to fast track our growth. Rachel is an exceptional leader, a true team player and, through personal experience of my own, makes the finest baked treats I might add.
Experience
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Great Ormond Street Hospital Children's Charity
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United Kingdom
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Fundraising
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200 - 300 Employee
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Senior Fundraising Executive-Hospital Engagement
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Apr 2022 - Present
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Jewish Care
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United Kingdom
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Hospitals and Health Care
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300 - 400 Employee
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Community Engagement Manager
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Aug 2019 - Apr 2022
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Youth Volunteering Development Officer
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Sep 2018 - Jul 2019
• Revamped strategy and re-designed the Youth Volunteer Training • Creating youth volunteering strategy to introduce a standardised practice for youth volunteering amongst all Jewish Care resources to comply with organisational standards.• Built a portfolio of volunteering opportunities for Young Jewish Care and taking on the coordination of the Lay Leadership Development Programme
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Macmillan Cancer Support
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United Kingdom
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Volunteer Services Coordinator
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Jan 2016 - Aug 2018
Volunteer Services Coordinator: Project manage a 1:1 be-friending service for people living with cancer and their carers’ in North Central London Recruitment, Management, Learning and development. • Recruit and select volunteers to ensure an appropriate match to clients • Create and deliver training to volunteers in 1:1 and group setting • Contribute towards the strategic development of the service • Monitor volunteers progress and support their personal development • Organise mentorship and peer support to volunteers • Encourage feedback, identify issues and implement change where appropriate Networking • Cultivate relationships with external stakeholders: local hospitals, community centres, hospices and charities to increase referrals into the service and attract new volunteers. • Communicate with different levels of seniority and adapt style accordingly to influence change • Internal matrix working to create further opportunities for service promotion • Solution focused approach to addressing stakeholder feedback to maintain a high quality service Marketing • Design and produce material for monthly volunteer newsletter • Organise celebration and recognition events for volunteers • Compile ongoing statistics for monthly service reporting • Develop dynamic marketing materials to promote the service • Pioneered a case study project to show qualitative impact of the service Show less
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The Challenge
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United Kingdom
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Civic and Social Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Sales Team Leader
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Sep 2015 - Aug 2016
Promotion from Sales CoordinatorResponsible for:- Defining and leading a local strategy for a geographical area to work in conjunction with the national marketing strategy- Ownership and responsibility of the Tri-borough & Camden- Working as part of a team towards individual and team targets- Coaching and mentoring members of the team and training new starters- Ability to initiate and build rapport and manage relationships with young people, parents/ guardians and teachers; and build gravitas with senior stakeholders. Show less
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NCS Sales Coordinator
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Sep 2014 - Sep 2015
Work in recruiting and maintaining interest of young people and parent/guardians in the NCS summer program. Responsibilities include:- Recruiting young people onto NCS through sales presentations at assemblies. - Providing young people and their parents with a smooth customer journey from initial expression of interest to turning up for the programme.- Effective communication on the phone and face to face - Manage relationships and building rapport with schools and teachers.- Administrative duties to support sales and sign up processes- Event planning to generate interest in NCS and to support retention tactics in schools.- Designing and implementing PSHE lessons in colleges and schools Show less
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NCS - National Citizen Service Trust
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United Kingdom
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Non-profit Organizations
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200 - 300 Employee
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Senior Mentor
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Jul 2014 - Aug 2014
Responsibilities included: -" To lead, inspire and pastorally caring for a team of twelve participants, ensuring their safety and assisting their personal development through three weeks of intense activities - Work with the support of the Assistant Programme Leader to deal with challenging behaviour from young people" - To run evening sessions geared towards teaching the twelve participants aspects of 'true' - trust, responsibility, understanding and empathy Responsibilities included: -" To lead, inspire and pastorally caring for a team of twelve participants, ensuring their safety and assisting their personal development through three weeks of intense activities - Work with the support of the Assistant Programme Leader to deal with challenging behaviour from young people" - To run evening sessions geared towards teaching the twelve participants aspects of 'true' - trust, responsibility, understanding and empathy
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Recruiter
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Sep 2011 - Jun 2014
• Initiated conversations with students to build rapport • Displayed confidence to attain a high level of participants • Responsible for meeting targets • Assisted the marketing and promotion of the events on social media to increase awareness of Genesis events on Campus
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Logistics Officer
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Sep 2012 - May 2013
I helped to organise an event held every Wednesday night at Birmingham. I helped to run the national weekends away which are offered to the students who attend the programme. This requires setting up and making sure the event runs smoothly
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The Fed
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United Kingdom
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Civic and Social Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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VOLUNTEER FOR THE STORY BOX PROJECT
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Apr 2014 - May 2014
Storybox is a ground breaking project designed for people with Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Storybox sessions are designed around a different theme each week using a variety of music, props and costume. - Use sensory and fun experiences where games are played and stories are made up to encourage togetherness, improve concentration and lift mood. - Sessions are designed to be a celebration of the moment. There is no right and wrong, and each participant is made to feel valued and valid. •Displayed creativity, engaging residents with Alzheimer’s and Dementia through storytelling, sensory exercises and music. •Demonstrated patience and empathy whilst communicating with the residents •Adapted communication techniques to accommodate the needs of the residents Show less
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Camp America
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United Kingdom
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Staffing and Recruiting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Camp Counselor
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Jun 2013 - Aug 2013
I was responsible for teenage girls aged 14 I acted as their mentor, encouraging their participation in activities and supporting their time at Camp. I was responsible for teenage girls aged 14 I acted as their mentor, encouraging their participation in activities and supporting their time at Camp.
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Camp America
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United Kingdom
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Staffing and Recruiting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Drama Specialist
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Jun 2012 - Aug 2012
I was responsible for organising and directing two stage musicals: Oliver and Beauty and the Beast for those who had chosen Drama as their speciality subject. I taught acting, singing and dancing classes to children aged 6 to 15. I needed strong time management skills as I was also required to teach Drama every morning for every child and teenager on Camp. My communication skills improved as I had to learn to interact with children of all ages. I was responsible for organising and directing two stage musicals: Oliver and Beauty and the Beast for those who had chosen Drama as their speciality subject. I taught acting, singing and dancing classes to children aged 6 to 15. I needed strong time management skills as I was also required to teach Drama every morning for every child and teenager on Camp. My communication skills improved as I had to learn to interact with children of all ages.
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Education
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2011 - 2014
The University of Birmingham
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Drama and Theatre Arts
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