Communications and events fundraiser jobs

About Red Sky Foundation 

We’re a proud North East-born charity with a big heart and a national mission: saving lives and giving hope to children and families affected by heart disease and heart conditions. From installing life-saving defibrillators in local communities to funding specialist equipment, care and support, we’re powered by people, partnerships and passion. 

We’ve built a strong presence across the North East with positive impact on cardiac healthcare; now we’re looking for someone who can strengthen and nurture new and existing corporate partnerships and grow sustainable fundraising income through meaningful business relationships. 

Join Team Red Sky at an Exciting Time of Growth! 

Are you a confident relationship-builder who’s passionate about connecting businesses with a leading charity making a real impact on public health? 

Red Sky Foundation is growing at stratospheric pace with projects being delivered locally and nationally. We are attracting corporate partnerships from regional SME’s and global super brand companies with a desire to help us build upon our fundraising initiatives. 

We’re looking for an ambitious, proactive and highly organised Corporate Fundraiser to join Red Sky Foundation. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on networking, developing partnerships, and supporting businesses to make a difference through fundraising, sponsorship and long-term collaboration. 

As our Corporate Fundraiser, you’ll be the key point of contact for businesses and corporate supporters who want to engage and support Red Sky Foundation. You’ll develop strong relationships with local and regional commercial partners, inspire teams to fundraise, and encourage organisations to choose Red Sky as their charity partner. 

What You’ll Be Doing 

• Building strong, lasting relationships with businesses and corporate supporters across the North East and beyond. 

• Identifying and approaching new companies to secure fundraising partnerships and sponsorship opportunities. 

• Supporting businesses with fundraising activities, campaigns and employee engagement initiatives. 

• Managing a pipeline of prospective corporate supporters and charity partnership opportunities. 

• Developing tailored partnership proposals and presentations. 

• Acting as the main point of contact for corporate fundraising enquiries via phone, email and meetings. 

• Maintaining communications and regular contact with supporters throughout their fundraising journey – thanking them, sharing impact updates and encouraging continued support. 

• Networking and presenting at business events, exhibitions and community functions to enhance Red Sky Foundation’s profile. 

• Supporting the Events Manager with corporate attendance, sponsorship and engagement at key fundraising events, including some evening and weekend working. 

Job Roles:

Ronald McDonald House UK is seeking a proactive and creative Mass Participation Events Manager to lead the delivery and growth of our mass participation portfolio. The role will lead on the strategy, performance and delivery of our challenge events programme, ensuring events achieve agreed income and participation targets and work closely with the Head of Mass Engagement to shape and test future Ronald McDonald House UK owned mass participation events, supporting sustainable, diversified income growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Event strategy and planning

• Develop and deliver a clear strategy for challenge and mass participation events, aligned to fundraising targets and audience engagement objectives
• Identify and assess new event opportunities, including third party and bespoke challenges, to diversify and grow income
• To play a key role in developing new events, taking them to market and adopting a test and learn approach in collaboration with the Head of Mass Engagement and wider Engagement Directorate

Event delivery and logistics

• Support the Senior Event Fundraiser to lead the end-to-end management of events, including budgeting, planning, supplier coordination, risk management, and on-the-day execution
• Ensure all events are delivered to a high standard, providing an exceptional experience for supporters

Supporter engagement and stewardship

• Build strong relationships with event participants, providing excellent supporter experience and tailored stewardship journeys
• Support the development, delivery of and evaluation of effective supporter journeys across the events portfolio, focused on maximising net return and supporter retention
• Create and develop engaging communications and materials to inspire fundraising and deepen supporters’ connections to the charity

Marketing and promotion

• Lead the delivery of an audience and insight led events marketing programme, working closely with the Brand, Communications and Digital Engagement team to maximise participation and net return
• Keep abreast of income and data trends across the sector to help inform future activities and events fundraising programmes

Monitoring and evaluation

• Agree and deliver against ambitious income and acquisition targets, maintaining costs within agreed budgets
• Set, manage and report against budgets, milestones and KPIs across the events portfolio, demonstrating accountability for performance
• Use data and insight to evaluate event performance, inform decision making and continuously improve participant experience
• Produce regular performance reports and insights for internal stakeholders

Collaboration and partnership

• Work closely with senior managers and colleagues across the department to maximise opportunities for collaboration and integrated delivery
• Build and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders, including but not limited to - McDonald’s Relationship Team, House teams, fundraising partners, suppliers, and third party event organisers

Skills & Experience:

Essential

• A proven track record of excellent management of an event portfolio to meet income and acquisition targets
• Experience of delivering data and insight led marketing and stewardship programmes to drive acquisition and net income
• Experience of managing multiple projects with complex budgets, multiple stakeholders and stretching KPIs.
• Line management and team development experience
• Knowledge of health and safety, risk management in event delivery and fundraising compliance

Desirable

• Experience of virtual fundraising and development of new events
• Ability to plan, prioritise and balance a busy and varied workload
• Familiarity with digital fundraising platforms and Microsoft Dynamics
• Experience supporting innovation or new product development, working with agencies to deliver new fundraising products

FORCE Cancer Charity is seeking a Community Fundraiser to join our Income Generation team. This is a rewarding role,  focused on building relationships with supporters, growing fundraising income and raising awareness of FORCE and our work across Exeter and the wider Devon community.

The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and strengthening relationships with new and existing supporters, ensuring individuals, community groups, schools and local businesses receive an exceptional level of support and engagement. The role will focus on identifying and securing new community fundraising opportunities, supporting existing fundraising activity, and helping to deliver ambitious income growth targets.

A central part of the role will involve engaging with local schools, clubs, associations, volunteers and community groups to inspire support for FORCE’s work supporting people affected by cancer. You will deliver talks and presentations, attend fundraising events and cheque presentations, support third-party fundraisers, and build long-term relationships that encourage ongoing support and community involvement.

Working closely with the wider Income Generation team, you will also contribute to fundraising campaigns, supporter stewardship, volunteer engagement and awareness-raising activity. The role includes maintaining accurate supporter records, responding to donor enquiries with warmth and professionalism, and ensuring all supporters receive timely acknowledgement and excellent care throughout their fundraising journey.

The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic, organised and personable individual with strong relationship-building and communication skills. You may already have experience within fundraising or be able to demonstrate transferable skills from a customer-facing, community engagement, sales, or relationship management background. You will be confident managing multiple priorities, engaging with a wide range of audiences, and working both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about community engagement and motivated by making a genuine difference to the lives of people affected by cancer across Devon.

Working Pattern: 8.30am - 4.30pm Monday - Friday (Some evening and weekend work will be required, with time off in lieu.)

Interview Date: 1st July 2026

 Weldmar is moving in an exciting new direction in fundraising. This is a brand new role, driving our events and community fundraising strategy. 

You'll lead a dedicated team of both staff and volunteers, delivering high quality mass participation campaigns, and build lasting partnerships with our supporters and fundraisers.

Working alongside fellow fundraising managers and reporting to the Director of Fundraising, your key responsibilities will be to:

· Develop and implement annual engagement strategies, including bespoke and ‘off the shelf’ challenges and events.

· Hold line management responsibility, providing regular supervision, identifying development opportunities, and fostering a collaborative environment.

· Oversee income targets, budgets, and KPIs with a focus on high ROI.

· Represent Weldmar at networking events and lead the development of community ambassadors. 

If you are proactive, with an in-depth knowledge of charity income generation, we'd love to hear from you. You should have a proven track record of hitting financial targets and the leadership skills to motivate both staff and volunteers. Excellent communication skills are essential, as you will need to engage with everyone from corporate partners to patients and their families with empathy and professionalism. 

A Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check is required for this role.

Community Fundraiser – Northern Ireland
Full Time: 37.5 hours per week
Fixed Term Contract – up to 12 months
£28,369 per year (plus benefits)
£3,400 car allowance per year (Ts & Cs apply)

About the role

Here at Fire Fighters Charity, we are here to help all serving and retired member of the UK’s fire family to live healthier and happier lives.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and relationship-focused individual to engage and inspire Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (FRS) personnel, community groups, corporate partners, and volunteers to support the charity through fundraising and advocacy. The role involves delivering presentations, recruiting and coordinating volunteers, and building strong partnerships to drive income growth and community engagement.

You will provide excellent supporter care, offering guidance, resources, and encouragement to ensure supporters feel valued and motivated. The position also includes identifying new fundraising opportunities, attending events, and promoting the charity’s campaigns through a range of channels to raise awareness of its mission.

With responsibility for meeting fundraising targets, maintaining accurate CRM records, and producing activity reports, you will play a key role in supporting sustainable income growth. You will ensure all activities align with charity policies, data protection requirements, and sector best practice, while consistently promoting the organisation’s values in all aspects of your work.

You will be confident using IT systems, including Microsoft Office and CRM platforms, with the ability to manage and prioritise a varied workload effectively. A flexible and resilient attitude is essential, along with a willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends and to travel as required.

This role is subject to a Basic DBS check.

About You

We are looking for an organised and motivated individual with effective communication skills and a professional approach.

Our ideal candidate will have a sound understanding of fundraising practices, relevant legal requirements, and data protection principles, alongside experience of supporting income generation and delivering against plans and targets. You will also need experience in managing multiple projects, keeping records and adhering to deadlines.

The role requires a proven ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including volunteers, FRS personnel and members of the public.

You will need to work both independently and as part of a team, and will have a proactive approach to identifying opportunities, supporting fundraising initiatives, and contributing to the overall success of the charity.

How to apply

Please apply via our online portal.

We reserve the right to close this role early should we receive a sufficient number of applications.

Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to contact applicants who are not shortlisted for interview directly. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application was not successful this time. 

Closing Date: midnight 25 April 2026

 

 

Team: Research & Engagement (Philanthropy & Partnerships) 

Location: Homebased 

Work pattern: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday 

Salary: Up to £38,918.33 per annum 

Contract: Fixed term for 3 months with possibility of extension

We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our enthusiastic employees, volunteers, and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them. 

Will you join us and make life better for cats? 

Responsibilities of our Senior Corporate Partnerships Communications Officer: 

• The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, coordinating and delivering strategic communications opportunities that magnify Cats Protection’s objectives and goals through our Corporate Partnerships. 

• The role will work closely with the Corporate Partnerships team to build innovative and impactful communication strategies and marketing plans for current and new partners, as well as generate creative ideas for prospects. 

About the Research and Engagement team: 

• We sit within the Marketing & Income Generation directorate. 

• The Research and Engagement team sits within Philanthropy and Partnerships and brings together prospect research, communications and events to ensure a coordinated, insight-led and supporter-centred approach supporting fundraisers to grow pipelines, build meaningful relationships, and maximise long-term income for Cats Protection.

What we are looking for in our Senior Corporate Partnerships Communications Officer: 

• Significant corporate partnership account management experience with particular expertise in the creation and delivery of partner marketing communications 

• Extensive experience of developing strong relationships with supporters/ clients/colleagues 

• Experience of developing bespoke propositions/presentations/proposals 

• Experience of working with marketing teams to develop marcomms campaigns 

• Significant charity experience 

What we can offer you: 

• range of health benefits 

• 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service. 

• Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing. 

• and much more, which you can learn about

Interested? Here’s how to apply: 

Application closing date: 1st June 2026 

Virtual interview date:TBC – Applications will be reviewed as they are received

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to. 

If successful, your recruitment journey will include: 

1. Anonymised application form 

2. Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams 

Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes. 

Transform Lives Through Community Fundraising
Lead community fundraising efforts that directly fund life-changing assistance dogs for disabled people. Make a tangible difference while building meaningful relationships in your community.

About Canine Partners
At Canine Partners, we breed, train, and support expert assistance dogs to create loving, life-changing partnerships with disabled people. Across the UK, we support people with a variety of physical disabilities and their families, carefully matching them with a dog that suits their needs, personality, and lifestyle.
Our dogs bring confidence and independence, love and companionship, reducing reliance on carers and giving people the freedom to live life their own way.

The Role
Position: Community Fundraiser
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (part-time or compressed hours can be considered)
Location: Homebased covering West Sussex, Hampshire, Surrey, East Sussex and Kent
Travel: To support with events and volunteers, this role requires regular travel. 

You'll raise awareness of Canine Partners in the South of England and maximise income from diverse community sources. A proactive approach is key to showcasing our work and charitable goals.

What You'll Be Doing

• Focus on both stewarding existing relationships and cultivating new ones, ensuring an exceptional donor experience throughout
• Act as the entry point for long term supporters and be responsible for the visible presence in the community
• Meet income targets across the year through individuals, clubs and associations, volunteers, events and challenge events
• Contribute to the wider national Community Fundraising direction

About You

• Proven experience of effectively managing relationships with volunteers, supporters, and/or external stakeholders/audiences
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and public speaking skills with the ability to engage and inspire a wide range of audiences
• Demonstrable experience in community fundraising and/or events management
• Ability to manage a varied workload and take initiative to prioritise
• Proven record of securing, growing or maintaining income, funding, contracts, partnerships or comparable resources 
• Fundraising experience could be beneficial but not essential
• Physical ability to lift bulky and heavy equipment, to stand for long periods and to travel as required for the role 
  
  

Most importantly, you will be passionate about the transformative impact that our assistance dogs provide to our beneficiaries.

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you are excited about this role, don't hesitate to apply! We welcome applicants who bring unique perspectives and transferable skills and would be delighted to hear from you. Please apply online with a comprehensive CV and supporting statement explaining how you believe you match the requirements of the role.

Please note we may interview candidates prior to the closing date. If we find a suitable candidate or receive a high volume of applications, we may close this advertisement prior to the closing date so apply now to ensure you don't miss out! Please be assured that we contact all candidates regarding the outcome of their application, this may take longer if we receive high volumes of applications.

Closing date: 14th June 2026

We recognise the benefit of diverse experience and welcome and encourage applications from all sections of the community. We are a disability confident committed employer.

REF-228 631

We are recruiting a Play and Events Coordinator to join our team. This role will be responsible for coordinating our commissioned Theatre in Education school tours in Scotland, London and Northern Ireland, as well as coordinating other DSMF fundraising, networking and information-sharing events.  

Suitable candidates will:

• be passionate about supporting young people to make safer choices about drugs and alcohol,
• have experience of project and event coordination, with excellent organisation skills
• be a skilled and effective communicator, both in writing and orally, with a range of people and agencies
• be proactive, self-motivated and confident to take initiative
• enjoy working as part of a small and busy team

The Job description, person specification and application form are available below.  Please click 'how to apply' to view the application form. 

Please share with anybody you think might be interested in joining our brilliant team!

Interviews are likely to be held on Tuesday 30th June.

Main Purpose of Role:

· Devise and implement a mixed programme of community fundraising activities, to generate a sustainable source of unrestricted income to meet agreed targets.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Launch, implement and run innovative income generating projects to maximise donations to SWA, to look after relationships with existing donors and build on relationships created to ensure fundraising potential is optimised.
• Set up and manage a volunteer community fundraising team
• Organise and manage community fundraising activities (including digital) and events to maximise all fundraising opportunities and work to raise the profile of the SWA.
• Keep abreast of developments in the third sector relating to fundraising and have an awareness of the local competition for donations.

General Responsibilities:

Responsible for the Health, Safety and welfare of yourself and your colleagues, ensuring the duties and responsibilities are clearly understood and that legislative requirements are adhered to.

• Respect the confidentiality of all information obtained in the course of duties, perform and refrain from disclosing such information without written consent from management, except where disclosure is required by order of a Court of law.

• Maintain professional competence by complying, at all times, with the training and competence procedures set down by the Organisation. Generally, keep abreast of developments affecting your duties and responsibilities.
• Be aware of the Organisation’s Equal Opportunities Policy regarding both employees and service users to assist in eliminating all areas of inequality and discrimination.
• Become familiar with the aims, ethics and aspirations of the Organisation and to sustain and promote them. Participate enthusiastically in the growth and prosperity of the Organisation.
• Undertake any other business development/funding duties, as directed that can reasonably be accommodated within the salary range for the job and your expertise.

Job Description and Review

The job description reflects the present requirements of the post.  The description will be reviewed in consultation of the job holder as and when the duties and responsibilities change.  Such review will normally also take place at the Annual Appraisal Meeting.

Desirable

• Charity fundraising qualification
• Membership of Institute of Fundraising or other relevant professional body.
• Ability to speak Welsh

Essential

Experience 

• Minimum of two years’ experience in community fundraising with a proven track record of achieving funding target
• Experience in planning, organising and delivering fundraising campaigns, events and activities
• Developing and evaluating new opportunities for partnerships and community fundraising
• Raising funds via social media activities/digital marketing
• Experience of managing or working with volunteers to support fundraising activities

Knowledge

• Charity community fundraising
• Donations
• Proven knowledge of online fundraising tools, digital marketing and social media
• Regulatory knowledge to include Gift Aid, general data protection regulations and fundraising best practices.

Skills/Personal Qualities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, and experience with Customer Relationship Management software systems.
• Numerate and attentive to detail, with the ability to maintain accurate records
• Good networking skills
• A proactive self -starter who is able to work on their own initiative, managing and prioritising their work to meet agreed deadlines and targets
• An excellent communicator, with persuasive, engaging and creative writing skills
• Understanding of, and enthusiasm for, SWA’s work, mission and values
• A passion to raise funds for SWA

Other

• Full UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle
• Able to lift and transport equipment
• Willingness to travel locally and to work occasional evenings and weekends

Challenge Events Coordinator
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday.
Location: SIA House, Milton Keynes. We offer hybrid working with the expectation of three days per week in the office.
Salary: £36,090 per annum

Thank you for your interest in joining our special charity!

About Us

The Spinal Injuries Association is committed to a singular vision: a fulfilled life for everyone affected by spinal cord injury.

Everyone has a right to live a fulfilled life and that means the life they choose, a life that has the same opportunities as everyone else. We are the expert guiding voice for life after spinal cord injury.

About the Role

The core purpose of the challenge events coordinator role is to plan and deliver a portfolio of established challenge events to generate income, engage our supporters and raise awareness of SIA’s wider work. Working closely with the philanthropy and events manager, this role will help to grow, diversify, and sustain fundraising income as part of the wider business development team, feeding into the 2030 strategy.

SIA’s vision is a fulfilled life for everyone affected by spinal cord injury with the aim to double the number of members accessing our network of services – this role connects companies and individuals with our work providing a platform to engage the public with our cause. The plays a key part in developing innovative, cost-effective, fundraising opportunities that will appeal to supporters, ensuring they are financially, actively, and emotionally engaged with SIA.

SIA delivers an array of challenge events including the London Marathon, accessible adventure challenge, overseas bike ride and superhero triathlon alongside support for individuals who choose to support SIA through their own sponsored challenge. We continually review and update our portfolio of events to ensure we offer a range of appealing, inclusive and innovative events. The challenge events coordinator will play a vital part in developing and shaping our future events with the guidance of the philanthropy and events manager.

As challenge events coordinator, you will work with individual and corporate supporters as an ambassador for the cause securing support for the events you deliver. Relationship management is a key part of the role specifically,

• Providing excellent stewardship to supporters taking part in their own sponsored fundraising activities in support of SIA.
• Promoting SIA’s work and challenge event opportunities amongst professional networks and organisations. This will include delivering pitches and presentations as well as attending events where appropriate.
• Working collaboratively with the services team and fundraising colleagues to build relationships with supporters and promote fundraising activities across the charity.
• Highlighting new opportunities to engage and raise income from corporate partners, business members and event fundraisers.

Benefits:

• Annual leave: 28 days per holiday year plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after two years of service (pro-rated for part time employees)
• Access to Group pension scheme (6% employer contribution)
• Access to Group life assurance scheme
• Access to Healthcare cash plan
• Access to discounted gym membership
• Access to Employee assistance programme (EAP)
• Employee volunteer days
• Free car parking at SIA House
• Investing in our people – all members of staff are encouraged to discuss their development plans and aspirations with their line manager. A budget is available for talent development.

Closing date: 15 June 2026, 9am
Interview date: Tuesday 23 June 2026 at SIA House, Milton Keynes

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

At SIA, we value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment as we believe diversity fosters a more innovative, creative, and caring culture.

We are striving to create a culture that fully represents all the communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, family or parental status, or disability status.

No agencies please.

About the Sickle Cell Society (SCS)

The Sickle Cell Society (SCS) is the only national charity in the UK that supports and represents people affected by a sickle cell disorder. We provide information, advice and support to enable people to improve their overall quality of life. Over 18,500 people in the UK have a sickle cell disorder, an inherited condition that predominantly affects people of Black African and Black Caribbean heritage; and to a lesser extent people of Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, South Asian and Central/South American heritage. 

Job Purpose:

To assist the Fundraising Manager in the delivery of the Sickle Cell Society’s (SCS) Fundraising Strategy and on-going development to achieve its fundraising priorities and targets. An exciting and varied role we are seeking a strong team player, and someone with the confidence and initiative to help develop and grow charitable income. The post holder will be someone with a ‘cando’ attitude and the enthusiasm to want to learn and get things done. We are a small, friendly and closely knit team of 20 skilled and highly committed staff and over 50 active volunteers.

The post-holder will work closely with the Fundraising Manager, and wider team to provide an engaging supporter journey and timely, efficient donor care to existing and new supporters of the Society. Responsible for helping the team meet our agreed income targets for celebratory giving, challenge events, community fundraising and corporate payroll giving initiatives.; the post-holder will be keen on developing their Fundraising career and interested in expanding their use of CRM databases, data management and the production of reports for effective donor stewardship.

You will be responsible for the membership and donors’ database (Beacon) keeping up to date and reporting back on results, whilst ensuring data compliance and implementation of data. You will be highly proficient in the use of business IT systems in particular Microsoft Excel to analyse data, and you will also have at least one year’s experience, or equivalent, in producing detailed and insightful reports.

The post-holder will be a confident communicator and collaborator with proven relationship building and creative and innovative fundraising skills. You will also support the development of our fundraising communications, monitoring performance across all channels driving best practice and income growth. You will generate and develop engaging fundraising communications and be responsible for your own copywriting, including thanking our wonderful donors via the most appropriate communication channels. 

This varied role will give you the opportunity to further your fundraising skills across a broad range of income generating activities as well as build strong, professional relationships to benefit the SCS’ charitable objectives.

Visit our website for a job description and details on how to apply.  The role closes on October 28th 2025

Lightbox Gallery & Museum is entering an ambitious new phase as we prepare for our 20th anniversary in 2027. This role offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced and initiative-taking fundraiser to help shape the organisation’s future by developing new income streams and leading our anniversary campaign, Lightbox20.

You will take ownership of the campaign activity across the organisation - developing strategy, building relationships with donors and partners, and delivering income to agreed targets. At the same time, you will manage the practical detail that underpins successful fundraising, including stewardship and our CRM system.

Key priorities are developing and delivering the Big Give campaign this year, capital fundraising for the garden and our 20th anniversary Lightbox 20.  

This role will suit someone who thrives in a small organisation, understands the unique challenges and opportunity this brings and who is self-motivated to build an ambitious campaign from the ground up. The successful appointee will combine strategic thinking with direct delivery, collaborating closely with the Director and Trustees to secure the next chapter of Lightbox Gallery’s success.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Fundraising Leadership

• Lead the delivery of the Lightbox20 anniversary campaign, creating compelling cases for support, preparing fundraising collateral, and engaging supporters and stakeholders.
• Deliver an ambitious fundraising campaign with clear targets that is aligned with organisational goals.
• Identify and develop new fundraising opportunities, partnerships, and income streams, including the Big Give campaign for Giving Tuesday December 2026.

Relationship and pipeline management

• Collaborate closely with the Trustees and Director to identify, build, and manage relationships with individual donors, supporters and prospects.
• Develop cultivation and stewardship plans, including face-to-face meetings, events, and personalised engagement.
• Confidently represent the organisation when meeting donors and supporters.

• Identify local business sponsorship opportunities and approach relevant businesses to celebrate Lightbox20.
• Maintain strong relationships with funding partners through effective reporting and stewardship.

Event support

• Support and attend fundraising events and campaigns, including Director’s Circle events, and donor cultivation and stewardship activities.
• Work collaboratively across the organisation to maximise fundraising opportunities within exhibitions and public programmes.

Fundraising Operations & Administration

• Manage campaign donor communications, acknowledgements, and stewardship processes.
• Conduct prospect research and maintain accurate records.
• Monitor income, prepare reports, and track fundraising performance on the database, Raiser’s Edge.
• Ensure fundraising activities comply with relevant regulations and best practice.

For the person specification, please see the Job Description attached.

The Royal Institution (Ri) is an independent charity dedicated to bringing the public and scientists together to share their passion for science. Founded in 1799 through the wonderful generosity of 58 patrons, to this day we remain based in our original, magnificent, Georgian home in central London. Thanks to the support of those early philanthropists, the Ri has inspired generations of scientists over the years whose discoveries have helped shape our modern world.

The Ri has a remarkable heritage - two centuries of people sharing ideas, sparking curiosity, making science feel alive and inspiring a sense of wonder! We believe that ‘Science is for Everyone’ and enable access to science through our packed event programme, museum, UK schools outreach social impact initiatives, and our global digital reach including over 1.7m YouTube subscribers.

We are looking for an ambitious, energetic corporate fundraiser to join our Fundraising Team. You will be a compelling and engaging communicator who can work at all levels of the organisation to cultivate and develop the relationships that will enable the Ri to achieve its mission. You will be skilled in securing new business and a strong account manager managing a portfolio of corporate supporters at different stages – from prospecting through to pitching, contracts negotiation and partnerships renewal.

This is a career-defining opportunity for a hungry corporate fundraiser to make a real impact in a reputable and treasured organisation passionate about creating content and experiences that inspire audiences and widen impact.

You must be comfortable working with a small team but also successful in working with sponsors in a corporate setting. You should also be able to identify and meet sponsor needs, drawing on creativity and problem-solving skills to offer tailored sponsorship propositions. You will have a varied portfolio of sponsors from day one - strong presentation and communication skills are essential. 

The Ri is a small and welcoming environment with a creative team who are committed to nourish everyone’s desire to engage with science

Interviews are planned for 2nd and 5th June. We are actively interviewing.

About The Role
Dementia affects every community, and meaningful change happens when people feel connected to a cause and empowered to support it.
At Alzheimer’s Society, fundraising plays a vital role in making our work possible. From local community events to corporate partnerships and individual giving, every relationship helps us continue supporting people affected by dementia.
As Regional Fundraiser for Surrey, you will help build and strengthen those relationships. You will work across your local area to engage supporters, develop new opportunities and ensure people feel confident and valued in the difference they are making.
You will be part of a collaborative fundraising team, working closely with colleagues across the region. The role combines relationship building, planning and delivery, with a strong focus on community presence and long-term engagement.
What you’ll do
You will help grow sustainable fundraising across Surrey by building strong, trusted relationships and supporting people to get involved in ways that work for them.
Your work will include both proactive relationship building and ongoing stewardship. Some days will focus on meeting supporters and exploring new opportunities, while others will involve planning, coordination and reviewing progress with colleagues.
You will also play a visible role in your local area, representing Alzheimer’s Society at community events and helping people understand the impact of their support.
You can expect to:

- Develop and deliver fundraising activity across Surrey, working towards agreed income and engagement goals with support and guidance
- Build and maintain relationships with corporate partners, community groups and individual supporters, ensuring they feel valued and connected to impact
- Identify and develop new fundraising opportunities through networking, conversation and community engagement
- Create accessible and engaging ways for people to get involved in fundraising, adapting your approach to different audiences
- Work closely with colleagues and volunteers across teams to deliver joined up activity and shared goals
- Monitor activity and income performance, using insight to support planning and decision making
- Represent Alzheimer’s Society at events and in community settings, including occasional evenings and weekends

This role involves travel across Surrey and occasionally wider areas in the region. Some evening and weekend work will be required, usually linked to events and community activity, and this will be planned in advance wherever possible.
About you
You are someone who builds trust easily, enjoys working with people and is motivated by making a difference in your local community.

- Experience of building positive relationships with people, groups or organisations over time
- Confidence working with basic financial information such as targets or income, with support where needed
- Ability to spot opportunities and help develop them into practical and achievable plans
- Understanding of or experience working with volunteers, or appreciation of their role
- A collaborative approach, working well with colleagues and contributing to shared goals
- Clear and respectful communication, with the ability to adapt your approach to different people and situations

You will also bring a willingness to learn, a thoughtful approach to relationship building and an interest in helping people feel connected to a cause that matters to them.
We’d like to invite you to join our upcoming webinar on Tuesday 9th June - 12:15 - 13:15

It’s a great chance to hear more about the role, meet the Hiring Manager, and ask any questions you may have.
Join us here - https://alzheimers.zoom.us/j/69879791157?pwd=0N4fAVx1psbrtezPSFc2LGuNibohjm.1
 
Interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place on 29th & 30th June via Microsoft Teams.

About Alzheimer's Society
Dementia is the UK's biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime.

At Alzheimer's Society, we're the UK's leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be.

Together with our supporters, we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives.

Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for.

Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society.  

We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society. 

Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee forum and Employee Lived Experience network groups help us promote inclusion and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people. 

Our hiring process

During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and can be at your best. We are working hard to ensure our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible, so please do inform us of your experience and anything you think we could do better by completing our candidate survey when you apply.  Please also contact Alzheimer's Society Talent Acquisition Team via [email protected] for application support or any adjustments you might need.

To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. We recognise the benefits of AI, but if you're considering using it to submit your application, we encourage you to reflect on the value it truly adds. AI tools often lack the personal touch and authenticity that set candidates apart. We want to hear your unique perspective, experiences, and skills, so we encourage you to showcase them in your own voice.

We try to avoid closing roles early where possible, however if we receive a high volume of applications, we may close earlier than the advertised closing date. Should this occur, we will aim to provide you with at least 48 hours' notice.

We are committed to safer recruitment and ensuring the welfare of those we work with, due to the nature of some of our roles, we might need to carry out a Criminal Record Check at the relevant level. You can read more information via our Website.

Giving back to you

Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society. 

You can also visit our Working for Us pages, which give you more information about what it's like to be an employee at the Society.