How We Work
Expertise shaped for your organisation
Working alongside your organisation and helping you build the capability to keep moving forward.
The experience of working with us
As recent practitioners, we naturally see things from a client’s perspective.
Working with us will feel more like new colleagues joining your team, than external ‘experts’ swooping in.
Everything starts with listening, as we discover how to achieve your objectives.
You will have a point of contact and at least one dedicated consultant throughout your work with us. Our founder, Matt, is also involved in every project.
Areas of support
From focused advice to ongoing support, we adapt how we work to what your organisation actually needs.
Practical help without a full-time appointment
Not every organisation needs a full-time specialist. Fractional support gives you access to experienced expertise and practical fundraising support on a part-time basis.
We work in your team to strengthen plans, support delivery and develop the skills and confidence needed to take things forward. And sometimes you just need a project to be delivered
- A good fit when
You need a fundraiser or marketer in your team, without committing to a full-time role.
A clear plan for sustainable fundraising
A good fundraising strategy starts with understanding your organisation, its opportunities and the resources available.
We work alongside your team to assess your current fundraising, identify opportunities and develop an achievable strategy report and plan. We’ll help you set priorities, make informed decisions and build the confidence to put your plans into practice.
- A good fit when
You need to develop a new fundraising strategy or overhaul an existing one.
Turning project plans into action
Some challenges need a defined piece of work with clear objectives.
We work with your team to plan and deliver projects, bringing additional expertise and capacity where needed. Our focus is on making progress while ensuring your people have the knowledge to carry the work forward.
- A good fit when
You have a specific objective that needs specialist input and practical delivery.
A review into your strategy
An independent review can help you see where your organisation is performing well, where there are gaps and what needs attention. This might apply to fundraising, communications, governance, or organisational strategy.
We take time to understand your circumstances, assess the evidence and provide clear, practical recommendations that you can act on.
- A good fit when
You want an objective assessment before making changes or committing to certain paths
Helping people grow in confidence
Good leadership takes reflection, learning and sometimes a different perspective.
Our coaching and mentoring provides a supportive space for leaders and managers to explore challenges, develop their thinking and build confidence in their decisions. We can work with individuals or teams.
- A good fit when
You want to develop your leadership, teamworking or invest in your professional growth.
A fresh perspective when you need it
Sometimes just a conversation can help you see something differently.
We offer independent advice and practical guidance to help you make informed decisions and identify the next steps.
- A good fit when
You’re facing a particular challenge, exploring an opportunity or need help making a decision.
What makes our approach different
Bringing a focus on
listening
We take time to understand your organisation, its people and its priorities before recommending a way forward.
There is no blanket approach to what we do, as people are at the centre of it.
Coaching and mentoring only work if they start with listening.
Depth of expertise in the charity sector
Our team has decades of experience helping organisations reach their goals.
This variety and depth of experience means we have specialists in every area of fundraising, leadership, communications and many more.
Building capability, not dependency
Our goal isn’t to make you dependent on us.
It’s to leave you with the skills, knowledge and confidence to succeed without us having to step in.
We bring a coaching-informed approach to consulting, that leaves everyone better equipped than when they started
Finding practical
solutions
Practical problems require practical solutions.
Our advice is based on your circumstances, resources and capacity, informed by our experience.
We focus on what can genuinely be achieved, rather than what looks good in a powerpoint.
"Matt understands the need to envision first and to take people on a journey in incremental steps"
“Matt is a gifted fundraiser and marketer, with a strategic mind that offers both adaptability and focus. He has strong people skills, and leads by example. He understands the need to envision first and to take people on a journey in incremental steps. He would be excellent for any organisation looking for a new, clear direction in its Fundraising, Marketing and Communication functions. or to help with strategy in general”
Meet The Team
The people behind Scenius
Behind Scenius is a team of experienced professionals who bring different perspectives, skills and expertise, united by a commitment to helping charities and purpose-led organisations thrive.
We believe the best results come from working together, sharing knowledge and finding practical solutions that make a lasting difference.
Matt Parkes
Founder and Director
Katy Shaw
Strategy, Audit and Consulting practice
Lisa Leonce
Coaching, Mentoring and EDI practice