Closing date Sunday, March 8th 2020

Interviews in Northampton fundraising office Tuesday, March 17th 2020

Contract Type: Permanent, Full time

Here at Marie Curie we believe Everyone who will be affected by dying, death and bereavement should have the best possible experience, and for that experience to reflect what is most important to them.

Our ambition is to make that happen and to help achieve this, we are seeking to recruit a Community Fundraiser to build, develop and maintain fantastic relationships throughout their patch.

If you thrive on the challenge of setting and achieving ambitious goals, think the only way to approach a target is to tackle it head on, and can bring the energy that adds some drive to how you approach your fundraising, then Marie Curie would love to support you in achieving your goals and helping us create a better end of life experience for everyone.

Ideally candidates will have recent, relevant experience in a similar role. An in-depth knowledge of fundraising principles, methods and procedures and have experience of recruiting and managing volunteers and fundraising groups. We're open to applications from candidates who haven't worked in the charity sector before, you must be able to clearly demonstrate relevant transferable skills and experience in line with the essential criteria outlined in the person specification within the job description

The nature of fundraising activity requires flexibility and in return for your commitment to evening and weekend work, we will strive to help you enjoy a strong work life balance. Additionally, as the role will involve lots of travel, you should have a full UK driver's license.

In return for your own commitment, we commit to actively developing you and offer a comprehensive Community Fundraising Training Pathway; buddying; mentoring; shadowing and coaching through your individually tailored personal development plan.

Every day of your life matters - from the first to the last. When you work for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We're a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and 12,000 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance, and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left. Everyone knows our daffodil, but it's our warmth, creativity and care that touch lives. Here, we take the time to really get to know the people we care for and those who love them. And we do whatever it takes to give them the final days and hours they deserve.

This role may close early if enough applications are received.

For full details and to apply please visit www.mariecurie.org/jobs or for an informal conversation about the role call Allison Waterhouse on 01604 258759 or Email

Opening date: 14/02/2020

Closing date: 5/03/2020

Interview date: 18/03/2020

Contract Type: Permanent, Full time.

Here at Marie Curie we believe Everyone who will be affected by dying, death and bereavement should have the best possible experience, and for that experience to reflect what is most important to them.

Our ambition is to make that happen and to help achieve this, we are seeking to recruit a Community Fundraiser to build, develop and maintain fantastic relationships throughout their patch.

If you thrive on the challenge of setting and achieving ambitious goals, think the only way to approach a target is to tackle it head on, and can bring the energy that adds some drive to how you approach your fundraising, then Marie Curie would love to support you in achieving your goals and helping us create a better end of life experience for everyone.

Ideally candidates will have recent, relevant experience in a similar role. An in-depth knowledge of fundraising principles, methods and procedures and have experience of recruiting and managing volunteers and fundraising groups. We're open to applications from candidates who haven't worked in the charity sector before, you must be able to clearly demonstrate relevant transferable skills and experience in line with the essential criteria outlined in the person specification within the job description.

The nature of fundraising activity requires flexibility and in return for your commitment to evening and weekend work, we will strive to help you enjoy a strong work life balance. Additionally, as the role will involve lots of travel, you should have a full UK driver's license.

In return for your own commitment, we commit to actively developing you and offer a comprehensive Community Fundraising Training Pathway; buddying; mentoring; shadowing and coaching through your individually tailored personal development plan.

For full details and to apply please visit www.mariecurie.org/jobs or for an informal conversation about the role call on 0121 7033716 or Email

If you are an experienced professional who will help us to generate income, in order to deliver our new strategy through a varied programme of activities, events and campaigns. We would really like to hear from you!

Role requirements:

• Work with the Community and Events Manager to develop and implement the Community Fundraising Strategy and contribute to its development through effective local area planning.

• Achieve an agreed income target and work with the Community and Events Manager to seek out new opportunities and develop new initiatives and toolkits to exceed those targets where possible.

• To work within a defined operating area to generate new and repeat income by providing excellent stewardship to individuals, small to medium local businesses, community and philanthropic groups, faith groups etc who organise their own or take part in third party fundraising events.

• Develop and promote to supporters a range of innovative and engaging products and campaigns by which they can fundraise and work with Compton Care.

• Manage key aspects of campaigns such as the marketing plan to increase recruitment of new supporters and the supporter journey in order to maximise fundraised income and increase retention rates.

• To recruit, manage and support community volunteers and volunteer groups to help raise funds and awareness throughout the area Compton Care covers.

Qualifications/Skills/Experience:

We are looking for a forward thinking, creative and ambitious experienced fundraising professional, with at least 2 years’ experience, who can evidence their ability to undertake a fast-paced community fundraising role. The successful candidate will have experience in supporting the development and evaluation of new fundraising initiatives as well as using supporter journeys to build long lasting and productive relationships.

The fundraising department is busy, so you will need to cope well under pressure, manage multiple priorities, work to strict deadlines and show you are a team player with a passion for Compton Care. You will be able to manage a busy workload through great planning and organisational skills and deliver high quality work, as well as having excellent communication and presentation skills. You should have strong administration and IT (including database) skills and a good eye for detail.

Interested applicants should be able to evidence how they meet the criteria outlined in the job description and person specification.

Closing Date: 19 February 2020 at 5pm.

We are looking for a Community Fundraiser to join the fundraising team, reporting to our Head of Fundraising.

The post holder will play an essential public facing role in supporting plans to grow the charity by raising funds primarily through community fundraising and events.  They will deliver high-quality care to new and existing charity supporters and volunteers to maximise fundraising income. 

Acting as an initial point of contact for community fundraising supporters you will develop and maintain effective relationships with key local community groups, educational establishments and associations to maximise on-going support and income potential.

You will provide outstanding levels of support, stewardship, advice and motivation for events and community fundraising activities.

Whilst experience of fundraising in the voluntary sector is highly desirable, other relevant fundraising experience will be considered. It’s up to you to persuade us that you have the necessary skills. What is important is that you bring an understanding of building relationships with our fundraisers, and how to help them achieve the best possible result they can – not only for their sense of personal achievement, but also for people affected by PSP & CBD.

Access to a vehicle for work purposes and the willingness to travel where the fundraisers are active is essential.  Occasional weekend work will be required, but that comes with the territory.

See full job description for more details. Please apply with your current CV and a covering letter to show us how your knowledge and skills match this role.

Please note: early applications are encouraged and interviews may commence before the closing date, if and when suitable candidates are identified.

Job title: Community Fundraiser

Region: Dorset

Directorate: Fundraising

Contract: Home Based, Permanent Full Time – 35 hours per week

Salary: £25,469 per annum

About The Royal British Legion

The Legion is at the heart of a national network that supports our Armed Forces community through thick and thin – ensuring their unique contribution is never forgotten. We’ve been here since 1921 and we’ll be here as long as they need us.

Our Values and Behaviours

Does the following describe you?

- A desire to provide a great customer service and support

- Enjoy and thrive in working in teams and with others

- Passionate about supporting the Armed Forces community and honouring their contribution

- Come to work each day to be the best you can and to learn and develop

- An encourager, eager to share your knowledge and experience to help others

If so then we would like you hear from you ….

The Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and commercially-minded professional with previous experience of paid or voluntary fundraising and business development, to work in partnership with and support local staff and dedicated front-line volunteers, to raise the profile of the Poppy Appeal and to maximise income generated in this geographical region.

The position is home based and the successful applicant will be expected to live within the Dorset area.

Highly motivated and with excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills, you’ll be experienced in building effective relationships and developing commercial opportunities with key corporate and community stakeholders. You will have proven experience of working closely with volunteers, be able to recruit, develop and motivate them as well as experience in recruiting the support of and developing relationships with local businesses using your influential yet collaborative style.

Knowledge of the Armed Forces would be an advantage, but it is essential that you have a full driving licence with access to a car and that you are adaptable in your approach, with the flexibility to work some evenings and weekends when necessary.

A full driving licence and use of a car is essential for this role.

How to Apply

Please apply by clicking ‘Apply online’

Closing date for this role is: Sunday 1st March

Interviews will take place : w/c 9th March

A leading charity which provides care and support to people with terminal illnesses and their families are looking for a Community Fundraiser to build, develop and maintain strong fundraising relationships throughout their area.

You will provide fantastic stewardship and support to Fundraising groups and volunteers with the aim of maximising income and delivering the Community Fundraising strategy. You will be driven and thrive on the challenge of setting and achieving ambitious goals and have excellent interpersonal and networking skills.

The Ideal Candidate will have:
- Recent experience in a fundraising role
- In-depth knowledge of fundraising principles, methods and procedures
- Experience of recruiting and managing volunteers and fundraising groups
- A full UK Driving Licence

This role is based in Hertfordshire, is permanent and is offering a salary of £26,044 - £31,000.

To find out more about this exciting opportunity please email a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Get in touch today to avoid disappointment, application will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Please note only successful candidates will be contacted.

This is an exciting opportunity to be responsible for building and managing new and existing fundraising relationships with supporters in the community to maximise income for this much beloved hospice.

The Charity
The Hospice has a class-leading reputation in their local community

The Role
Support two Community Fundraising Managers to identify, develop and maximise fundraising (and income) opportunities from local community groups e.g. schools, churches, local businesses etc.
Provide first class stewardship and donor care, ensuring that fundraisers are well informed of upcoming events, feel supported and thanked appropriately.
Take the lead on the recruitment, administration and management of challenge events which include London Marathon, Prudential Ride London and the Vitality London 10K.
Support the launch and delivery of a new Corporate Supporter Programme.
Assist with the development of marketing materials e.g. bulletins, flyers, posters, newsletters etc. which adhere to brand guidelines.

The Candidate
Understanding and knowledge of the essential components of community and event fundraising.
Demonstrable experience of building strong relationships with a range of individuals and /or organisations.
Excellent communication skills and a commitment to excellent supporter care.
Excellent written skills; you will need to write compelling and articulate fundraising copy.
Strong IT skills Microsoft Office; including database systems preferably Raiser Edge.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful and your details will not be held further but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

Job Title: Senior Community Fundraiser

Hours: Permanent / Full-Time - 37.5 hours per week

Salary: £27,000 - £29,000

Location: Alton, Hampshire

We are working in partnership with a health charity seeking to appoint a driven and enthusiastic fundraiser to play a key role in growing their community income. This is a new role which the post holder can make their own and offers potential for personal and career development.

The successful individual will need to demonstrate the following:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience within community fundraising with a proven track record of increasing income
• Proven experience of supporter recruitment and stewardship
• Experience of developing community fundraising products and activities
• Ability to develop community strategy and plans
• Experience of evaluating data to help test, profile, segment and plan future activities

We are seeking an approachable and engaging individual with excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate and influence a wide range of stakeholders including suppliers, supporters and colleagues.

You will be able to work independently and as part of a team and have the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines.  This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual.  If you feel you have the drive and passion to succeed in this role, we very much look forward to hearing from you.

Please submit your CV in a word document, with a supporting statement, quoting our reference JO1747.

Harris Hill are delighted to be working with an ambitious national health organisation seeking a Senior Community Fundraiser. An exciting time for the organisation, they are entering a period of growth, looking to double non-legacy income over the next 3 years.

This role will play a vital part in increasing this income through developing and managing the organisations Community fundraising portfolio. An area with real potential you will promote and support a variety of community products and activity. You will identify areas for growth within the portfolio, introducing innovative and exciting products and events. You will engage with new and existing supporters, building long term relationships and stewarding them through their fundraising. You will use your driven and enthusiastic approach to make the role your own and ensure that community plays it part in ensuring the wider fundraising targets are met and exceeded.

The ideal candidate for the role will have:

* Excellent Community Fundraising experience
* Proven track record increasing income
* Demonstratable experience recruiting and stewarding supporters
* Previous experience delivering community fundraising products
* Ability to use data / insight to inform future fundraising

This is an exciting opportunity to join a national charity at a real tipping point as they see fundraising grow considerably. If you are looking for a role that can grow with you and create real positive impact for a worthy cause, then please do get in touch!

To find out more please send a copy of your CV to [email protected] or call 02078207302. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so please get in touch ASAP to avoid disappointment. Please not only successful applicants will be contacted.

Job title: Community Fundraiser

Region: Wolverhampton and the Black Country

Directorate: Fundraising

Contract: Home Based, Permanent Full Time – 35 hours per week

Salary: £25,469 per annum

About The Royal British Legion

The Legion is at the heart of a national network that supports our Armed Forces community through thick and thin – ensuring their unique contribution is never forgotten. We’ve been here since 1921 and we’ll be here as long as they need us.

Our Values and Behaviours

Does the following describe you?

- A desire to provide a great customer service and support

- Enjoy and thrive in working in teams and with others

- Passionate about supporting the Armed Forces community and honouring their contribution

- Come to work each day to be the best you can and to learn and develop

- An encourager, eager to share your knowledge and experience to help others

If so then we would like you hear from you ….

The Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and commercially-minded professional with previous experience of paid or voluntary fundraising and business development, to work in partnership with and support local staff and dedicated front-line volunteers, to raise the profile of the Poppy Appeal and to maximise income generated in this geographical region.

The position is home based and the successful applicant will be expected to live within the Wolverhampton/Black Country Area.

Highly motivated and with excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills, you’ll be experienced in building effective relationships and developing commercial opportunities with key corporate and community stakeholders. You will have proven experience of working closely with volunteers, be able to recruit, develop and motivate them as well as experience in recruiting the support of and developing relationships with local businesses using your influential yet collaborative style.

Knowledge of the Armed Forces would be an advantage, but it is essential that you have a full driving licence with access to a car and that you are adaptable in your approach, with the flexibility to work some evenings and weekends when necessary.

A full driving licence and use of a car is essential for this role.

How to Apply

Please apply by clicking ‘Apply online’

Closing date for this role is: Wednesday 19th February 2020

Interviews will take place in Birmingham or Stafford

Job title: Community Fundraiser – London Team

Region: North East London

Directorate: Fundraising

Contract: Office Based SE1 1AA, Permanent Full Time – 35 hours per week

Salary: £29,921 per annum (£25,469 plus £4,452 London weighting)

About The Royal British Legion

The Legion is at the heart of a national network that supports our Armed Forces community through thick and thin – ensuring their unique contribution is never forgotten. We’ve been here since 1921 and we’ll be here as long as they need us.

Our Values and Behaviours

Does the following describe you?

- A desire to provide a great customer service and support

- Enjoy and thrive in working in teams and with others

- Passionate about supporting the Armed Forces community and honouring their contribution

- Come to work each day to be the best you can and to learn and develop

- An encourager, eager to share your knowledge and experience to help others

If so then we would like you hear from you ….

The Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and commercially-minded professional with previous experience of paid or voluntary fundraising and business development, to work in partnership with and support local staff and dedicated front-line volunteers, to raise the profile of the Poppy Appeal and to maximise income generated in this geographical region.

The position is based in our Head Office, with flexible and occasional home-based working.

Highly motivated and with excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills, you’ll be experienced in building effective relationships and developing commercial opportunities with key corporate and community stakeholders. You will have proven experience of working closely with volunteers, be able to recruit, develop and motivate them as well as experience in recruiting the support of and developing relationships with local businesses using your influential yet collaborative style.

Knowledge of the Armed Forces would be an advantage and flexibility to work some evenings and weekends when necessary is essential.

How to Apply

Please apply by clicking ‘Apply online’

Closing date for this role is: Wednesday 19th February 2020

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 26th February 2020

Charity people are so thrilled to be working with a London based social welfare charity looking for an experienced Community Fundraiser to be a key contributor to generating community fundraising income for the organisation.

Job Title: Community Fundraiser

Location: London

Contract: Permanent/ Full time

Salary: £29,912

Required: CV

The perfect person for the role will need to be able to manage day-to-day relationships with supporters ensuring all financial activity is cost effective and compliant. This will ensure that all supporters have a great experience whilst supporting the charity, ensuring that the necessary support and help is available.

This is a fantastic opportunity to use your already established skills to be a key contributor in the organisation's regional fundraising plan. This will be achieved by planning and monitoring key funding activity, managing existing relationships with external charity supporters and developing a portfolio of new and successful local partnerships. This wonderful charity has many key supporters, and you will be responsible for ensuring the supporters are awarded and recognised for their great contributions.

The ideal person will be a self-starter, proactive and organised. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, as well as having successful financial management experience with good commercial knowledge.

If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Stuart at Charity People.

Restore is ambitious to raise more money through community fundraising activities and events. We are looking for an enthusiastic, part-time fundraiser to work as part of our Fundraising and Communications team. This is an opportunity to use your first class organisational skills and sociable personality in a key fundraising role for a renowned and well-regarded Charity.

Reporting to the Head of Fundraising and Communications, this role will enable Restore to raise the money that it depends on to run recovery, coaching, and training services, to support people with mental to manage their own mental health and wellbeing and get into employment, volunteering or engaging with their community.

Working closely with the Volunteering team, members (service users), staff, and Restore’s partners, this role requires the ability to work independently and as a member of a team. Experience of working with volunteers or as a volunteer is desirable.

You will be offered on-the-job training in order to learn about our inspiring charity. This post requires a highly motivated, committed, and organised person with excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

The post has the following main responsibilities:

• Achievement of ambitious but viable fundraising and performance targets by building relationships and exploring new fundraising opportunities
• Good record-keeping that tracks the team’s performance using Donor Perfect
• Supporter care for individuals, employers, community groups, and Charity Partners who act as our donors, fundraisers, and supporters
• Support, develop and inspire volunteers and fundraising groups to ensure our fundraising activity is as effective as possible in achieving the maximum income in our area for local campaigns. This would include inducting, training and overseeing volunteers
• Seamless delivery of a calendar of planned community fundraising activities
• Enthusiastic representation of Restore at public events and activities, helping to raise awareness of our work, values, and goals.

If you have the passion to work in a leading community charity and would like to help us reduce stigma, we would love to hear from you!

At this stage of application, we require a covering letter with a CV (curriculum vitae).

The covering letter should address how you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. Please see the ‘essentials’ and ‘desirable’ criteria under the shortlisting criteria.

We suggest you address each point individually clearly stating how you meet the criteria. It is a good idea to use separate headings for each point

Please note that we are unable to shortlist any applications that do not demonstrate how they meet the criteria outlined in the person specification responsibilities.

Please remove your name, date of birth and any contact information from your CV and supply this on a separate piece of paper.

The closing date for applications is Wednesday, 19th February 2020 at midday.

Interviews for this post will be held on Tuesday 10th March 2020.

The Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance are looking to recruit a Community Fundraiser to work 37.5 hours per week. This role will be based at our HQ in Lincoln. We are keen to hear from individuals who have fundraising experience, with a knowledge of third sector and a passion for our Charity.

ABOUT US

Our vision is to deliver a high-quality Helicopter Emergency Medical Service, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for the people of Lincolnshire & Nottinghamshire and beyond. This is an exciting time to join our Charity as we celebrate our 25th Anniversary!

WHAT WE CAN OFFER

We allow flexible start and finish times, and a time off in lieu policy for extra days worked. In return we provide 22 days per annum annual leave, in addition to Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff) which increases with length of service, plus a paid day off on your birthday. Following successful completion of a 6 month probationary period we offer access to a Wellbeing and Health Care Plan, Life Insurance and an Occupational Sick Pay scheme. We also have a company Pension Scheme with a 4% employer contribution.

MAIN PURPOSES OF ROLE:

• Work closely with the Fundraising Manager to support the implementation of LNAA’s Fundraising Strategy.
• Maximise income and awareness from community fundraising across Lincolnshire through engagement with local communities, businesses and schools in accordance with agreed targets.
• Plan and deliver cost effective, exciting and appropriate fundraising activities for LNAA.
• An effective networker the post holder will proactively seek out and secure new supporters and income streams to achieve year on year growth of the fundraising target.
• The ability to work outside of normal “office” hours is a prerequisite for this role.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Provide support to “Team LNAA” (staff and volunteers) at key organisation-wide events.
• Provide an excellent standard of fundraising support to the general public and third-party fundraisers including ad-hoc special events such as rotary clubs etc.
• The management and execution of an agreed number of community fundraising events.
• Act as an Ambassador for LNAA; identifying and stewarding existing and new audiences, attending cheque collections, photo opportunities, giving talks and presentations etc.
• Provide a monthly report to the Fundraising Manager, for the purpose of reviewing income, variances and trends.
• Respond to fundraising enquiries, providing guidance and support to maximize income.
• Work closely with the marketing and communications team to promote the relevant fundraising activity.
• To manage the administration of your fundraising, ensuring comprehensive and accurate record keeping.
• To ensure that all your fundraising activity complies with best practice, the Institute of Fundraising Code of Fundraising Practice and all relevant legislation.
• To maintain strict confidentiality in relation to all aspects of the role and organisation in line with the General Data Protection Regulations 2018.
• Escort fundraising visitors to meet the crew and to develop a sound knowledge of the service provided to enable accurate information to be relayed to supporters.