Community fundraiser jobs

Are you passionate about making a positive impact with your career? We're offering exciting opportunities to be part of our expanding face-to-face marketing teams, representing some of UK's leading charities.

About Us:

We are an award-winning sales and marketing company dedicated to championing essential causes across the UK. Our mission is to raise awareness and funding for these causes, and we're on the lookout for enthusiastic Fundraisers to join our team.

Why Choose Us?

We're not your typical sales company. We aim to revolutionize the industry by valuing our team as the heart of our organization, offering growth opportunities and a rewarding career in a fun, trustworthy environment. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.

Role Overview:

As a Fundraiser, you'll represent significant charities and renowned brands throughout the UK. Our sales approach focuses on building meaningful connections rather than quick transactions. We believe in recognising and rewarding our staff for their hard work, dedication, and contributions to our mission.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with potential donors and create meaningful conversations.
• Enter data into software accurately.
• Set up and take down of site gear.
• Collaborate with teams to promote fundraising events and initiatives.
• Provide excellent customer service and public relations support to enhance the organisation's image.
• Enter ongoing data of interactions and ensure high-quality onboarding of potential donors.

What We Offer:

• Living Wage Employer: Enjoy a weekly salary with performance-based incentives.
• Diverse Opportunities: Work with and support a range of non-profits.
• Supportive Environment: Be part of an energetic and collaborative team.
• Comprehensive Training: Access to extensive training and development opportunities.
• Fuel Allowance: We've got your travel covered!
• Travel Opportunities: National and international travel options available.

SLOW is the only charity offering weekly in person and online support groups to bereaved parents and siblings in London and across the UK.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Fundraiser to make a difference to the lives of bereaved families. As we look to diversify our income, you will work closely with the Charity Director to grow income from Corporate Partners, Community Events, Legacies and Trusts and Grants.

Reporting Line: Charity Director

Based at: Home and occasional travel to SLOW events

Hours: 21 per week (term time only)

Based in London, SLOW (Surviving the Loss of Your World) has offered emotional and practical support for over eighteen years to bereaved families in the UK that have lost a child in any circumstances. Our unique approach to working with parents and siblings is highly regarded by our members and professionals and we are proud to have won the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service.

Our work is centred around regular support groups for bereaved parents, adult siblings and creative workshops for bereaved younger siblings. All our groups are facilitated by trained bereaved parents or siblings. Our members regularly refer to our groups as a ‘lifeline’. Our model of bereavement support is unique and is a direct response to what bereaved parents have told us they need.

SLOW is a registered charity with an income of currently circa £185k. The charity has a stable resource base with a range of income sources – some annual, some on multi-year commitments and other funding resulting from planned and targeted approaches.

Key Responsibilities

• Under the leadership of the Charity Director, the Fundraiser will manage the day-to-day fundraising and support the Charity Director in raising funds and developing SLOW’s income to ensure financial stability. You will assist the Charity Director in achieving the annual income and suggest new revenue streams.
• Working closely with the Charity Director, you will manage, monitor and execute SLOW’s annual financial target through a variety of different revenue streams. You will be supported by SLOW’s Business Management Assistant.
• The Fundraiser is part of a small team of paid and voluntary personnel working to maintain and develop SLOW in accordance with its founding principles and ethos. From time to time the post-holder will be required to take on tasks that are the primary responsibility of another if necessary.

Execute grant applications including: ·

• Researching appropriate grants for applications
• Writing and checking of all grant applications including proposing figures and the provision of all supporting documents
• Responding to queries from funders, including meeting/networking with them where necessary

Detailed Description Grants and Fundraising

• Collating and submitting feedback forms including analysis of expenditure versus grant allocations and membership
• Maintain good relationships with officers of grant making trusts and bodies in order to ensure regular and timely compliance with requirements

Assist with all SLOW fundraising including specifically:

• Managing corporate and private donations, charitable retail schemes and digital fundraising channels
• Work closely with the BMA to set up and administrate sponsored events and other ad hoc fundraising activities 
• Researching and proposing additional channels for fundraising  
• Work & liaise closely with volunteers at SLOW events

Person Spec:

Essential:

Previous experiences of successful grant applications and fundraising

Experience of organising fundraising events

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Solutions Focused

Flexible and adaptable attitude

Computer literacy

Desirable:

Experience of corporate partnerships

Experience of Legacies

Experience of working remotely within a highly successful small team

Knowledge of CRM systems, preferably Beacon

A bereaved parent or sibling

Experience of working within a similar organisation

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply for this post by midnight on Monday 5 May by sending a CV and covering letter of no more than two A4 pages describing how you consider your personal skills, qualities and experience provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with particular reference to the essential and desirable criteria in the person specification.

Only applicants selected for interview will be contacted, and an invitation to interview will be sent by email.

Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by the Chairty Director and other members of the SLOW Team, either in person or via video conferencing, as the situation allows.

SLOW is committed to enriching the diversity of our team to better reflect the needs of the communities we serve and to enhance the skills of our workforce. We actively encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply for this role if your skills match the job description.

Do you enjoy writing compelling fundraising bids to help those in need?  We’re looking for an experienced trust and foundations fundraiser to help raise much needed income to support our life-changing services to refugees and asylum seekers in Oxford.

About Asylum Welcome:

Asylum Welcome (AW) is a well-established Oxford-based charity that has been operating for over 30 years and now supports around 3,000 asylum seekers, refugees and vulnerable migrants to find safety and thrive in Oxfordshire. Our trauma-informed and holistic support helps clients feel welcomed, understand and access rights and opportunities, and develop and share their talents. We partner with numerous groups and organisations, working collaboratively to meet clients’ needs. Our annual income is £1.5million.

We recognise that the experience of displacement is affected by age, gender, race, sexuality, (dis)ability and other aspects of experience, and are now looking to build on our intersectional approach and strengthen our support to women and to other disadvantaged groups. Our aim is to ensure that this understanding informs all of our work, and that all clients receive the best possible support.

Purpose of the role: To raise funds from a portfolio of existing Trust and Foundation supporters and new prospects to agreed targets. 

Main duties:

 • Manage an established pipeline of Trust and Foundation, delivering exceptional donor stewardship, producing compelling funding applications and working with service team to compile funder impact reports.

• Prospect research new funders to add to the pipeline and make appropriate applications.

• Meet monthly agreed KPI (income, monthly ask value, strike rate, pipeline). 

• When needed, work with the Fundraising and Communications Manager to support the delivery of larger bids such as National Lottery grants or Public Sector Contracts.

• Use our CRM (Donorfy) to manage relationships, ensuring all records are kept up to date

• Any other duties deemed appropriate by the Fundraising and Communications Manager, subject to time and commensurate with level of responsibility and salary

Person specification:

Essential:
• Demonstrable experience of successfully securing gifts from medium and large size trusts and foundations (five figures)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to analyse, understand and translate data
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple demands.
• Ability to build productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrable ability to collaborate, innovate, and take a creative approach to tasks
• Excellent attention to detail in the gathering, recording, and dissemination of information
• Demonstrable experience of database management
• A demonstrable passion for, and affinity with, our cause
• Ability to communicate and work sensitively with people with lived experience of migration and tells their stories with dignity.

Desirable:
• A qualification in trust and foundations fundraising
• Willingness to occasionally work out of hours when necessary
• Experience of working for a local charity
• Knowledge of the migration and refugee secto.

Are you an experienced Fundraiser who can inspire the varied communities across Shropshire and Powys to support their local Children’s Hospice? Then look no further, come and join us at Hope House Children’s Hospices by playing a vital role in achieving ‘Our Mission’ Helping every child with a life-threatening condition live their best life.

Hope House Children’s Hospices have an opportunity for a Fundraiser to join our fundraising team. This is a Hybrid role, working within in the community of Shropshire & Powys, with regular travel across the region and to the office based in Oswestry. 

You will join us on a Full-time 37.5 hours per week, permanent basis, (although part-time working of 30 hours will be considered).  In return, our Fundraiser will receive a competitive salary of £31,187 - £35,301 per annum plus  Car Allowance of £4,920 per annum.

About the Fundraiser role:

Are you a proactive, self-motivated individual with a passion for fundraising? The Fundraiser is the link between the Hospices and the local community it serves as well as being the face of the charity. As a Fundraiser, you will strive to offer the best experience to our supporters. 

You will be responsible for event management as well as financial targets set within an agreed expenditure budget, undertaking analytical work to evaluate success of appeals, events and promotions.  These will be delivered through a range of channels, including digital and virtual campaigns, across a variety of fundraising programmes.

As a member of the fundraising team, the Fundraiser will also work closely with the engagement, lottery, communications and donations teams to maximise income generation opportunities.

We are looking for a Fundraiser who can:

• Proactively raise income from the local community including corporates individuals, community groups and schools.
• Initiate and develop innovative fundraising activity which captures the imagination of our supporters, adding diversity to community, corporate and individual fundraising.
• Engage with and establish new and existing relationships within the local community to encourage ongoing support and funds and increase supporter retention.
• Share the incredible stories from our brave children and families.

What we offer:

In return for your commitment, we offer a great reward package, which includes

• Generous annual leave entitlement, starting at 34 days per annum (FTE) with service increments
• Organisational pension scheme
• Blue Light Card, Staff rewards programme & Cycle to Work Scheme
• Wellbeing services & Funded Medicash - Health Care Cash Plan
• Flexible working arrangements

Closing date:  Sunday 11th May 2025

Interview date:  Tuesday 20th May 2025

If you have what it takes to be our Fundraiser then please click ‘apply’ now! Your application should include your motivations for applying, detailing what makes you the ideal candidate for the role and how your skills and experience meet the role requirements detailed in the role profile.

We are welcoming informal discussions with our Fundraising Manager, Cat Dowdeswell – please contact Cat by calling 01691 (671671).

Hope House and Ty Gobaith Children’s Hospices are committed to equality of opportunity and meeting the needs of children, young people and families. The care we provide and the environment we create to deliver care reflects our ongoing commitment to respecting the diversity of the communities we serve, and the individual physical, spiritual and emotional needs of each person and their loved ones.

About The Role
You will be working in a collaborative, fast-paced and creative environment and will play a key role within our Engagement Team to strengthen Youth Music’s relationships with individual givers. This role will focus on engaging individuals to support our mission, managing relationships with community supporters, and delivering strategies to enhance community fundraising and individual giving.

About You

You are a motivated and relationship-driven individual who is passionate about music and making a difference. You will have a strong ability to engage, motivate and influence prospective and existing individual givers, a strategic mindset for fundraising and supporter engagement, and excellent stewardship skills. Your ability to build lasting relationships with our donors and community fundraisers will be key to your success in this role.

Key Responsibilities 

• Create and execute a strategic plan for growing community fundraising and individual giving, and monitor and evaluate the impact of this.
• Take ownership of Youth Music’s guestlist donation initiative, securing gigs to add an optional donation in aid of Youth Music.
• Support the Philanthropy Lead in cultivating major donor relationships and co-investment opportunities with charitable trusts and foundations. 
• Support the Ambassador & Supporter Engagement Manager and Philanthropy Lead with administration of onboarding Youth Music advocates and Change Makers.
• Lead on the administration and organisation of community fundraising events/activities. You will support challenge event participants with their fundraising by liaising with them before and after events, ensuring they feel prepared and have the Youth Music resources they require.
• Work with the Communications Team to make the most of the exciting communications opportunities that exist in the run-up to, during and after fundraising activities and events - including helping to collect, create and distribute photos, videos, news stories, interviews and social media posts.
• Lead on Gifts in Wills and Legacy Giving.
• Manage our fundraising reconciliation, carefully producing donation reports and logging donor information on Salesforce.

Other roles will include supporting the Engagement team with an array of day-to-day tasks such as:

• Provide supporter care; taking and responding to supporter enquiries via phone, email or post.
• Work on securing gifts, raffle prizes and other sponsorship to elevate community events and fundraisers.
• Manage the fundraising enquiries inbox and be the first point of contact for receiving donations and giving advice on how to fundraise for Youth Music.
• Contribute to Youth Music’s media channels to promote and support campaigns and events.
• Update Salesforce with accurate information about all donations and fundraising activities, and support others in its training and use. 
• Ensure that all fundraising processes are compliant with GDPR regulations and Fundraising Regulator practice.
• Keep up to date with trends in community fundraising, corporate fundraising and charity events.
• Attend evening events as required, including potential travel and overnight stays. 
• Be proactive in identifying opportunities for learning and professional development to ensure excellence and continuous improvement.
• Represent Youth Music at events.

General

• Carrying out all such additional duties as are reasonably commensurate with the role.
• This job description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of duties but is intended to reflect a range of duties the post-holder will perform.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, with good awareness of accessibility and understanding of inclusive best practice.

Person Specification

Minimum Criteria

• Two years experience of working in a fundraising/similar role.
• Experience identifying and securing new supporters and managing existing donors.
• Experience monitoring, evaluating and reporting against strategic growth plans.

Other Essential Criteria

• Community fundraising events/activities administration experience. 
• Have experience in Gifts in Wills and Legacy Giving.
• Experience using Salesforce or other similar platforms. 
• You’ll be a great people person, able to engage with members of the public enthusiastically and empathetically. 
• You’ll have excellent research skills and careful attention to detail.
• You’ll have a good understanding of the Fundraising Regulator and the Code of Fundraising Practice. 
• You’ll be a team player.
• You’ll be methodical and well organised.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in a youth or music-oriented organisation. 
• Understanding of the music education and/or music industries landscape.
• Passion for music and interest in its benefits for young people and society. 

Do you want to make a difference to life limited and life threatened children, young people and their families? To know that every day you are making a difference to the community we serve.

It takes over £8m a year to run our vital services, and to make it happen we need innovative, imaginative, focused, ambitious fundraisers to generate those much-needed funds. Does this sound like you?

You’re the face of Naomi House and Jacksplace Hospices – out there building strong relationships with individuals, committees, community groups and schools as you deliver community fundraising initiatives across the region the hospices serve (Hampshire & IOW, Wiltshire, Dorset, Berkshire, Surrey and West Sussex). You’ll be working to ambitious targets, but as a proven fundraiser with a track record of success, you thrive on the challenge of that.

What’s really important here is that you’re able to manage your income stream and workload to maximize your efficiency, constantly looking to make the best use of your time and the team’s resources. An inspiring and persuasive presenter with excellent writing skills, you should also bring the passion and vision to drive the growth of this forward-thinking charity.  

Here at Naomi House and Jacksplace, we believe that in working together in an open, honest and trusting environment, we can achieve our shared goals. As a team, we strive to be the best and make the most of every opportunity we can to deliver our unique service and support those we care for. If you think the same way, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• To develop, implement and manage regional (community) fundraising the associated income and expenditure budgets, ensuring that all budget targets are achieved 
• To evaluate regional fundraising plans on a regular basis and make changes when necessary
• To cultivate relationships with existing individuals, fundraising committees, businesses, schools and community groups by executing exemplary, personalised stewardships in order to maximise fundraising income, and to ensure their life long support.
• To research and identify prospective new regional fundraising opportunities and activities and to produce funding proposals for donors and prospects, ensuring that the potential of these sources is fully maximised 
• To secure charity of year adoptions for organisations, including community groups, golf clubs, schools and smaller companies.
• To undertake talks to community groups to maintain relationships, nurture new contacts and elicit donations.
• To work closely with the Supporter Services Team and to uplift support under £1,000.
• To actively promote and recruit participants to the Event Programme as per event target (to be outlined) for each activity. 
• To input into the development of the Ambassador programme, working with members of the Volunteer Support Team. 
• To work in conjunction with the Marketing Team to ensure strategic marketing and communication plans are created to promote community fundraising activity effectively 
• To support and manage volunteers utilising skills and resources available, working with other Trust personnel as appropriate.
• To develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of the region, the companies, community and events including the smaller parishes that are in the region.
• To produce monthly activity plans and reports.
• To monitor income against agreed targets, escalating issues as necessary and agreeing remedial actions
• To carry out any other duties as required by the Fundraising Management Team.

Hours and Benefits:

This is a permanent, full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. You will work Monday – Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required. 

This role offers hybrid work, working 3 days in the office at our Hospices in Sutton Scotney, and 2 days remotely. Due to the nature of the role, you will be required to travel around the region to meet community leaders, donors and supporters. 

Salary - up to £30,750 FTE, dependent upon experience.

Benefits include flexible working options, 28-days holiday, group pension scheme, life assurance, Health cash plan and the opportunity to work in an organisation where every job matters.

To apply:

You will need to be eligible to work in the UK to be considered for this role. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly Criminal Records Bureau) and asked to provide satisfactory references covering the last 5 years.  

The Trust is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively support and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and cultures.
 

Should you require any adjustments, or if you would like to speak to someone before applying, then please contact Clare Froud, People Advisor.
 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised date once sufficient suitable applications have been received.
 

Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Could you build and support a fundraising community to help tackle health inequalities for people affected by cancer in the North West?

Are you passionate about the power of communities to make real change happen through fundraising?

Working for a leading cancer charity as their brand-new Regional Fundraiser, you'll help schools, community groups, individual volunteers and local businesses to fund world-class research. Through award-winning, high-impact campaigns, you'll challenge the cause, improve the care and find the cure for cancer.

Salary: £29-34k (able to appoint across the band)
Contract: Permanent, either full time, part-time or reduced hours
Location: Homebased, with regular travel across your local patch (and team meetings held in Liverpool) To cover North Manchester and Lancashire
Benefits: 25 days (+ bank and Christmas closure), 5% employer pension contribution
Culture: Flexible, supportive, able to work with autonomy

About the charity

Living in the North West, we're 25% more likely to be diagnosed with cancer than elsewhere in the UK and many cancers are much more common across the region. The region also suffers from extreme social-deprivation and health inequalities which, when combined, lead to a lower-than-average life-expectancy and poorer quality of life for our communities.

Community fundraising is an important vehicle to challenge this - by raising money and awareness.

This role will cover North Manchester up to Lancashire - you'll be homebased with travel across the patch to meet supporters.

What will I be fundraising for?

Recent fundable projects include a groundbreaking annual Regional Report on cancer and the innovative Lab-Coat Learning education programme for the region's schools.

You'll act as the face of the charity out in the community, spreading the word about how fundraising can drive positive change. You'll develop relationships with volunteer fundraisers, community groups and local businesses, encouraging and motivating them to fundraise.

You'll deliver interactive presentations, activities and outreach sessions at schools and volunteer groups, offering support, advice and guidance on how people can supercharge their fundraising.

About you

You join a passionate and well-established fundraising team, who genuinely care about and support one another.

Key attributes we're looking for in our new Regional Fundraiser:

• Experience working in a face-to-face role, either fundraising, sales, account or volunteer management.
• Engaging presentation skills, able to inspire people to take action.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• A self-motivated individual, capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Target-driven, comfortable and confident working with achievable KPIs and targets.
• A team player, someone who brings the best out in other people.
• Flexibility to attend fundraising events, including some evenings and weekends.
• Ability to travel independently across the North Manchester and Lancashire.

If you're driven by making a difference in the fight against cancer, then step forward: we'd absolutely love to hear from you.

Please send a copy of your profile or CV to Ellen Drummond at Charity People as the first step.

Deadline: Please note, as this has been advertised previously, we'll be working on a rolling basis. Please get in touch as soon as possible if you are interested, we would love to begin conversations with interested candidates early.

If a rolling deadline disadvantages you in any way, please get in touch with Ellen and she'll do her very best to ensure you don't miss out.

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and talented fundraiser to join a growing international charity in the role of Community Fundraising Officer.

The Charity
This is an exciting time to join the team as they drive a new strategy forwards to widen their presence across the country. They offer great benefits including An international trip to see their work first hand, up to 10% employer contribution, private medical insurance, enhanced maternity/paternity pay scheme, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and free on-site parking.

The Role
Working with the Events & Community Fundraising Coordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering a varied programme of community fundraising activities. This currently includes a recipe club, fundraising campaigns, online raffle and auctions, and attendance at events, alongside supporting individuals, organisations and groups who are organising fundraising events on behalf of the Trust.
You will design and deliver engaging supporter journeys for all community fundraisers, ensuring maximum fundraising returns.
Answer general enquiries from supporters requesting literature and promotional materials for their fundraising activity.
Distribute community fundraising packs to donors who are holding local events or participating in our fundraising campaigns.
Recruit and manage volunteers, encouraging them to promote the Trust within their local community through event attendance and fundraising initiatives.
Organise volunteer attendance at the Trusts own challenge events and identify appropriate Third Party Events.
Work with the Events & Community Fundraising Coordinator to develop a yearly strategy to grow income from community fundraising in line with the wider strategy.

The Candidate

While prior third sector experience is required, its just as important that the successful candidate has excellent communication skills and strong organisational and administrative abilities.

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.

We are thrilled to be working in partnership with Honeypot Children’s Charity who are looking for a Corporate and Community Fundraising Executive responsible for maximising fundraising income from a pipeline of existing, and new, corporate partners and community groups.

With headquarters in London, and three respite houses situated in the South of England, Wales and Scotland, Honeypot supports young carers aged 5 to 12 years old, who perform a surrogate adult role as a carer for a loved one, often single-handedly, and whose wellbeing is at significant risk, leading to anxiety, isolation, poor confidence, and low self-esteem.

Reporting to the Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager, you will be responsible for growing support from businesses (currently 30 small corporates) plus local groups. You’ll manage existing partners and build new relationships to hit a £150K annual target. 

The successful candidate will:

• Have a minimum of two years’ experience in Fundraising
• Demonstrate strong relationship-building and networking skills.
• Have excellent communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to deliver persuasive and dynamic presentations.
• Be analytical in approach to tracking performance and impact.
• Bring a creative approach, to create persuasive employee engagement and CSR campaigns, and exciting community events and fundraising campaigns that inspire support. 
• Ensure attention to detail and maintain accurate records of donor and sponsorship activities on CRM system with good working knowledge of MS Office

If you are target driven and ambitious, can work effectively on your own, and as part of a team, have good knowledge of fundraising regulations and best practices, and are happy to work flexible hours then please get in touch.

Please note: that you will be required to travel easily within the London area to attend community and corporate events.

For more information, please contact Louise Portnall, Recruitment Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.

Location: Hammersmith, London – hybrid, minimum 2 days per week in office​Closing date for applications: 24 May 2025

However, applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment

Job Title: Community Fundraising Officer - VAC135

Working Hours: 37.50 per week (Flexible and part time working offered by agreement)

Salary: circa £26,000 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Deadline: Friday, 16 May 2025

Interviews to take place: TBC

Location: Leeds/Hybrid

Do you want to work for a Charity that offers flexible working, training and development and a culture that is committed to the health and wellbeing of its employees?  Do you consider yourself to be a dynamic leader with excellent relationship skills? If that sounds like you, check out the below opportunity!

Leeds Hospitals Charity

Leeds Hospitals Charity is proud to support Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. At Leeds Hospitals Charity, we work with NHS staff to improve the experience of patients and families. We are passionate about healthcare and about making our hospitals amazing.

People are central to everything we do at the Charity.  Our home city of Leeds is multicultural, and we embrace its diversity. Difference is to be celebrated, it inspires innovation and makes us stronger. For us equality, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental principles. They underpin our goal to support the communities of the hospitals in Leeds.

The Role

Reporting to the Community Fundraising Manager, you be responsible for generating and maximising income related to community supporter led events and initiatives.  

The person will: 

· Provide excellent stewardship, on-going support and motivation to supporters organising their own ‘in aid of’ Leeds Hospitals Charity fundraising and those taking part in ‘own place’ events.

· Identify, establish, and manage new fundraising volunteer groups who will help support the charity through their own fundraising and contacts including volunteers who will support the community fundraising function.

· Work alongside other fundraising colleagues across the charity to help deliver team income streams (e.g. hospital fundraising, legacies, individual giving, events).

· Work closely with the Communications Team to ensure supporter led events receive adequate PR coverage and are planned into the charity’s communications calendar.

The successful candidate will have:

· Good communication and presentation skills.

· Excellent interpersonal and networking skills.

· Ability to prioritise, plan and organise workload.

· It is desirable, but not essential to have experience of stewarding charity supporters and volunteer fundraising groups or similar.

Full Job Description can be found on our website. If you would like to speak to us to discuss the role, or want to know more about the Charity and our teams, you can email Catherine Butt, Community Fundraising Manager. Her details can be found on our website. 

For more information about the position and the charity, please visit our website and check our current vacancies where you can get in touch with us and send us your CV.

Benefits:

· 27 days holiday a year plus bank holiday with the option to buy additional holiday

· Flexible and Hybrid Working

· Unlimited access to our online Learning & Development Portal

· Line Management Training Programme

· Pension scheme- 5% employer contribution

· Annual pay review

· Health & Wellbeing support including:

o access to an Employee Assistance Programmes and trained Mental Health First Aiders

· Life Insurance Protection

· Cyclescheme

· Car Lease Scheme

· NHS Blue Light Card and Discounts

As a Disability Confident Employer we commit to offering all applicants who consider themselves to have a disability an interview if they demonstrate they possess the essential skills and experience required for the role. Please advise on your covering letter if you consider yourself to have a disability.

Thank you for taking the time to apply for our position. We appreciate your interest in Leeds Hospitals Charity. If your application is selected to continue in the interview process, a member of our HR Team will be in contact with you before the scheduled interview date.

The Trusts & Foundations Fundraiser will join a small but passionate fundraising team, working together to harness the power of adventure to create lasting change and transform communities for all. 

The successful candidate will be responsible for securing core and restricted grant income for the different areas of Bendrigg’s work to ensure that outdoor adventurous opportunities are accessible to all. For example, one day might involve submitting a grant application for specialist climbing equipment whilst another might involve meeting with a funder to discuss support for our volunteering programme.  

This exciting opportunity will focus on raising funds from charitable trusts and foundations, primarily through grants of between four-and five-figures, to achieve overall annual fundraising targets (currently c. £900,000). The Trusts & Foundations Fundraiser will build on the existing strong relationships we have to encourage long-term partnerships, develop new relationships with potential funders and explore new opportunities for support.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to collaborate well with the team whilst successfully managing a varied workload. This role would suit a self-starter who is passionate, motivated and can manage a diverse portfolio of relationships to secure funding and support for Bendrigg’s work. 

Corporate & Community Fundraising Officer
 
Hours: Flexible between 3- 5 day working week (with salary pro rata if less than 37.5 hours a week)
Location: Hammersmith, London – 2 days a week and Hybrid
Salary: £28,000.00 to £30,000.00 pa
Contract Type: permanent
Reports To: Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager
 
Are you a passionate storyteller with a knack for building meaningful connections?
 
Join our dynamic team as a Corporate & Community Fundraiser and play a pivotal role in driving our mission forward. In this exciting new position, you'll have the opportunity to craft compelling campaigns, engage with a diverse community of supporters, and corporate partners to unlock new avenues of giving. If you thrive in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment and are ready to make a tangible impact, we’d love to meet you.
 
Job Purpose:
 
The Community and Corporate Fundraiser is responsible for developing and implementing fundraising initiatives to secure financial support from corporate partners and community groups. This role involves building strong relationships with businesses, local organisations, and supporters to maximize income and engagement.
 
Key Responsibilities:
 
Corporate Fundraising:

• Develop and manage relationships with corporate partners
• Identify and approach new corporate funding opportunities through sponsorships, grants, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs.
• Develop compelling funding proposals and partnership packages.
• Present engaging Lunch & Learns and regular progress reports to corporate partners.
• Work with businesses to create employee engagement opportunities, such as payroll giving, taking part in sporting challenges, sponsoring events and corporate volunteering.
• Monitor and evaluate corporate fundraising activities to ensure targets are met.

 
Community Fundraising:

• Engage with local communities, schools, faith groups, and clubs to encourage fundraising initiatives.
• Support individuals and groups with their fundraising efforts, providing guidance and materials.
• Develop innovative fundraising ideas to increase engagement and income.

 
General Fundraising & Administration:

• Maintain accurate records of donors, sponsors, and fundraising activities using CRM systems.
• Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and best practices.
• Work collaboratively with marketing and communications teams to promote fundraising efforts.
• Prepare reports on fundraising performance and impact.

 
Person Specification:
 
Essential:

• 2 years minimum, experience in fundraising (Corporate and Community)
• Strong relationship-building and networking skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Highly organised with good project management skills.
• Knowledge of fundraising regulations and best practices.

 
Benefits:

• Enhanced holiday. 25 days plus bank holidays and an additional day for each years completed service between 1-5 years
• Discretionary sickness scheme
• 6% employer pension contribution
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
• Flexible working options.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Medical cash plan
• Reimbursement for business travel and TOIL.
• Team events
• Cycle to work scheme

 
REF-220981

Face-to-Face Fundraiser – End Homelessness With Shelter!

Location: Various locations across London
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £13.55-16.50

Are you passionate about making a difference? Do you have the confidence and charisma to inspire people to support the fight against the current housing emergency? Join Shelter as Face-to-Face Fundraiser and take the first step toward a meaningful career in the charity sector!

Why This Role?

• Exciting & Rewarding – Every conversation you have could help provide advice, support and access to secure housing
• Career Growth – Many of our fundraisers go on to work in senior roles within Shelter and the wider charity sector.
• Be Part of a Team – Join a vibrant, passionate community of like-minded individuals working together to create change.
• Develop Valuable Skills – Gain experience in communication, persuasion, and public engagement—essential skills for a career in NGOs, advocacy and fundraising.

Your Role:

As a Face-to-Face Fundraiser, you’ll be engaging with people in high streets and events, inspiring them to become long-term supporters of Shelters crucial work to end homelessness. You’ll be trained to confidently share Shelter's mission and work, helping raise vital funds for people affected by the current housing climate and homelessness.

What We’re Looking For:

• Passion for the cause
• Confidence and excellent communication skills
• A team player with a positive attitude
• Resilience and motivation to achieve fundraising targets
• Previous fundraising or sales experience is a bonus (but not essential!)

What You’ll Get:

• Competitive hourly pay
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support
• Career progression opportunities within Shelter and the charity sector
• A fun and inspiring work environment
• The knowledge that your work directly helps save lives around the world

Apply Now & Start Your Journey in the Charity Sector!

If you’re ready to make a real impact and start a career that matters, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and help us bring rally support to those who need it the most!

Everyone has the right to a safe, stable and affordable home. Join Shelter as a Face-To-Face Fundraiser today!

This is a remarkable opportunity to make a tangible impact. Leading and inspiring a small team,
you will collaborate closely with the Head of Fundraising to create and execute innovative
fundraising strategies, while expanding key income streams, including regular giving, appeals, the
charity's weekly lottery, and gifts in wills.
The ideal candidate will possess:
 A proven track record of success in individual giving fundraising, encompassing some or all
of the following - legacies, regular giving, lottery schemes, and in memoriam donations.
 Management abilities, fostering a collaborative and positive working environment.
 Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on kindness and
responsiveness in all interactions.
 Creativity and a strategic mindset, with the ability to develop and implement successful
fundraising campaigns tailored to diverse audiences via newsletters, social media, website,
and supporter collateral.
 Confidence in handling financial data, with strong numerical acumen and the ability to
analyse and report on complex information.
 A solid understanding of individual giving fundraising legislation, regulatory codes of
practice, and other relevant laws and guidelines.
 Proficiency in Raiser's Edge database, with demonstrable experience in data extraction and analysis