How to Become a Community Fundraising Manager

Considering a career as a Community Fundraising Manager?

To put it simply, a community fundraising manager organises events and campaigns that inspire the local community to donate to a cause. You're targeting your immediate geographical area, approaching members of the public, trusts and high-value donors. The day-to-day activities of a community fundraising manager can include recruiting volunteers, building relationships with major donors, managing your fundraising budget and handling important local accounts. This is the perfect job if you're a strong communicator and have outstanding people skills.

Where can a career as a Community Fundraising Manager take you?

Community Fundraiser £26000 1-2 years

Community Fundraising Manager £33,000 3-5 years

Head of Community Fundraising £40000 6-7 years

Are you the perfect candidate?

Skills and traits

You're a people person and can quickly adapt to environments with a diverse range of people
Naturally upbeat/positive attitude and you enjoy taking on a challenge
You're driven to bring groups of people together through a cause you care about

Qualifications and experience

You have a degree in a relevant field such as business, marketing, media or PR (preferred, but not necessary)
You've worked with communities, leading projects that have generated income for fundraising
You have experience developing networks and recruiting volunteers

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