Corporate fundraiser jobs near Cardiff, Wales

Job Title: Fundraising Executive (Supporter-Led) 

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week (full/part time available) 

Reports to: Fundraising Manager

Salary:  £23,000 - £26,000 dependent on experience 

Location: Hybrid or fully remote (once a month in Hampshire office) 

Job Summary 

This is an exciting time to join Pancreatic Cancer Action in our Decade of change. If you are a proactive, enthusiastic, motivated fundraiser with a can-do attitude we need you to help us to achieve our ambitious strategy by 2030. As a Fundraising Executive (Supporter-Led) you will have a vital part to play in our Income Generation Team. This person will have ownership of supporters choosing to fundraise for PCA through products, community and challenge events fundraising.  This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and energetic team. We are looking for someone with the creativity and innovation to help increase income over the next couple of years and play a part in our rapidly expanding charity.

Pancreatic Cancer Action, (registered charity No.1137689) was founded in 2010 by a rare survivor of the disease. We are a small team headed by our Founder & Chief Executive who runs the charity plus a board of Trustees, which provides direction for the organisation. In August 2020 Pancreatic Cancer Action merged with Pancreatic Cancer Scotland making our team stronger than ever. Pancreatic cancer has only a seven per cent survival rate and this figure has not improved significantly for over 40 years. Despite it being the fifth biggest cancer killer in the UK, pancreatic cancer receives only three per cent of overall research funding. With a strong focus on early diagnosis, it is Pancreatic Cancer Action’s aim to improve survival rates through awareness, medical education, improved patient information and by funding research specifically into the early diagnosis of pancreatic cancer. Simply, we want more people diagnosed in time for surgery, currently the only potential for a cure. 

Main responsibilities  

• Develop, Implement and manage an annual programme of challenge events such as the London Marathon, develop and maintain community and corporate fundraising audiences and opportunities across the UK. Ensuring they are within budget whilst always maintaining the highest quality supporter journey. 

• Support the delivery of the virtual challenge event- Jog Jan. Add insight and support the annual Pancreatic Awareness Month Campaign and help to further develop Pyjama’s for Pan Can to new audiences. 

• Create and drive forward new fundraising initiatives to maximise income from our existing products and events. 

• Seek out engagement opportunities to support donor acquisition and retention utilising new and existing channels and platforms. 

• You will be an excellent relationship manager who can maintain accurate records on our CRM system (Salesforce) to ensure that we develop, engage and update our supporters.

• Work closely with other departments, in particular Marketing and Comms, to create engaging products and campaigns. Updating the fundraising section of the PCA website with relevant news, events and opportunities. 

• Support the Fundraising assistant to fulfill supporters merchandise requests to ensure all relevant support materials are dispatched on time. 

• Support in the development of Community and/or Corporate fundraising, challenge events and fundraising products, with demonstratable success raising income through one/all methods.

• Be competent at data inputting, IT literate and very organised. Empathy and excellent communication skills are vital in this role and the candidate must be able to collaborate and work well as part of a team.

• Attending, when necessary, external events, conferences and exhibitions across the UK and being the face of PCA, acknowledging that some of these may involve overnight stays and weekends. 

Income and targets  

• Help to grow Pancreatic Cancer Action’s income from challenge event fundraisers and corporate partners. 

• Develop ongoing stewardship journey for Community Fundraisers and increase average gift though exceptional supporter care.

• Achieve Financial and non-financial targets and KPI’s from challenge events, corporate and community fundraising as agreed with the Fundraising Manager. 

• Monitor and control allocated fundraising budgets and regularly update the Fundraising Manager. 

• Prepare and monitor reporting for all online fundraising platforms to fit with our accounting systems reporting this to the Fundraising Manager monthly. 

• Contribute to PCA’s fundraising strategy.

Other duties 

• Liaise with the Marketing & Comms team weekly to establish a consistent flow of Income generating opportunities across all social media platforms.

• Perform any other duties that the Fundraising Manager may consider appropriate. 

• UK driving license is essential – our office is in rural Hampshire and the nearest train station is a 15-20-minute drive away. 

While every effort has been made to outline all the main duties and responsibilities of the post, a document such as this does not permit every item to be specified in detail 

Person Specification

Experience

2 – 3 years of working within a charitable organisation (essential)

Educated to A Level or Above – or relevant experience (essential)   

Previous experience of working in a fundraising team and knowledge of all fundraising income streams (essential)

Previous experience of working with CRM data base (essential)

Skills

Excellent verbal and written Communication skills (essential)  

Confident at presenting to a wide range of audiences, both face to face and using technology such as Zoom or Teams (highly desirable) 

Competent with all Microsoft applications such as Word / Excel / PowerPoint (essential)

Good organisational and time management skills with the ability to adapt to changing priorities (essential)  

Personal Attributes 

Positive can-do attitude (essential)

A team player who can motivate and collaborate with others (essential)  

Able to prioritise own workload and confident to ask for help when needed (essential)

Ability to be empathetic and to handle difficult conversations sensitively with people affected by pancreatic cancer (essential)

Other

Willingness to work outside agreed hours occasionally. This may include weekend and or evening working (essential)

Willingness to learn new skills (essential)

Willingness to travel around the UK to support fundraising activity (essential)  

Access to a car and a UK driving license (essential)

What we offer: 

• Fair and equal pay (reviewed annually) 

• 28 days leave, plus bank and public holidays 

• Friendly supportive team 

• We believe in work life balance and care about results above everything else 

• Pension scheme with a 3% employer contribution

• Flexible working arrangements 

• Charity sick pay not just SSP 

• Wellness Wednesdays 

• An organisation which takes mental health seriously with awareness training available to all employees and access to mental health first aiders 

• Health cash plan scheme including children under 16 years with the option toupgrade and add family members 

• Employee assistance programme

• Free on-site parking at HQ

• Free tea and coffee at HQ

• Dog friendly HQ

• Casual dress

• Investment in your ongoing development such as conference participation and training courses

• And much more!..... 

Please note, we will be contacting suitable applicants for interview on a rolling basis, so there is a potential that this vacancy will be closed off earlier than the closing date. 

Corporate Fundraiser (Mainly Home Based)

Location: Islington, London 

Department: Fundraising and Engagement

Salary:  £30,829 per annum (London Weighting if applicable) + benefits

Contract; Permanent, full-time, 36 hours per week

Closing date:  22 Jul 2022

About KIDS

Passionate, caring and trusted since 1970, KIDS is a national charity that provides more than 120 different services and works with around 60 Local Authorities across England in order to help disabled children and young people develop independence and achieve their aspirations.

As well as working with individuals from birth through to age 25, we offer invaluable support and practical help for their families too, in environments where there’s a real sense of achievement. The work can be challenging, and humbling at times, but it’s also hugely rewarding and meaningful.

About The Role

KIDS are recruiting for a Corporate Fundraiser who will be responsible for providing high quality, tailored stewardship and support across our existing corporate partners and will help to secure new corporate partnerships through research, building external relationships and COTY applications.

This role will suit someone who has some experience of fundraising and wants to progress their career in corporate account management and corporate development.

Occasional travel to sites and events will be required in this role

Flexible approach, with approximately one day per week in London either in the office or at projects, and a presence at corporate fundraising events as required

About You

To be able to carry out this role we would expect you to have the following characteristics:

· An enthusiasm for creative fundraising

· Experience of working in corporate fundraising or experience of working in account management, new business or CSR in a corporate setting

· A clear understanding of corporate fundraising across both account management and new business 

· Experience of successfully fundraising towards financial targets 

· Experience of writing effective and engaging communications such as proposals, impact reports and applications

· Evidence of successfully building and sustaining stakeholder relationships

· Willingness to travel to fundraising events including volunteering within London and occasionally within the UK

For more information and how to apply, please see the job description within the apply link on our website. 

Position Objective:

To advance PETA's corporate campaigns in France, particularly its promotion of vegan fashion

Term of Employment:

Full-time

Location:

Remote, UK based

Reports to:

Director of Corporate Projects

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Initiate and execute new projects to promote animal-friendly fashion in France
• Establish and maintain productive relationships with major retailers and other corporations, with a view to having them add to or improve their vegan product lines or offerings and commit to bans on using animal-derived materials
• Maintain corporate-interaction best practices and ensure consistency in external communications
• Prepare and deliver presentations to executives in order to make the case for changes to animal-welfare policies
• Brainstorm new and creative ways to work with companies to advocate animal-protection measures and advance campaigns, and liaise with the relevant staff to accomplish objectives
• Attend meetings in order to brainstorm and develop future projects
• Work with PETA entities' media and marketing teams to achieve maximum exposure for PETA’s corporate projects in France
• Represent PETA's corporate campaigns to the media and the general public
• In consultation with the corporate departments of PETA and PETA US, develop and carry out campaign plans for PETA work with companies in France to bring about change for animals, including working with the online team and with activists to coordinate direct action where appropriate
• Track and analyse the progress of communications with corporations in order to ensure that short- and long-term goals are achieved
• Ensure timely and appropriate follow-up with companies

• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications:

• Bilingual French/English, preferably with French as mother tongue
• Ability to interact and communicate with a variety of people in a professional manner
• Thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and campaigns
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Exceptional verbal communication skills
• Exceptional writing skills, including the demonstrated ability to compose and edit letters
• Strong ability to negotiate
• Excellent research skills
• Ability to take initiative and follow through
• Ability to make sound judgements and work independently
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail
• Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Excellent strategic thinking and analytical skills
• Willingness and ability to travel 
• Adherence to a vegan lifestyle strongly preferred
• Support for PETA’s philosophy

At Rainbows we have ambitious plans for growth so that we can reach more children, young people and families. We have two exciting opportunities to join the team at Rainbows and help us realise those plans.  Rainbows is the only hospice in the East Midlands for life-limited children and young people.  We are here to make life brighter with amazing care and support for them and their families – you can be part of it too.

Job Title Community Fundraiser (Northamptonshire / Leicestershire)

Community Fundraiser (Derbyshire)

Full time 37.5 hours per week , home based

Circa £25,090 - £29,790

Are you looking for a career where no two days are the same, where you’ll be working with a friendly, supportive and caring team? If so, we’ve got the perfect role for you! Each day you’ll be helping us go the extra mile to be here for the children, young people and families who rely on us. This is a great opportunity to work for Rainbows, the only hospice in the East Midlands for life-limited children and young people.

The successful applicant will have a proven track record of working as a community fundraiser for another charity or be able to demonstrate the relevant skills required through a similar role, where building and maintaining strong relationships with supporters and donors, being team focused and possessing the drive to increase income, is par for the course.

As part of a community fundraising team that covers the East Midlands, you will be responsible for supporting and developing both existing and new supporter relationships, community-based fundraising appeals and events, with a proactive approach to increasing income.

The successful candidate will also be an exceptional and confident communicator, able to prioritise a sometimes demanding and shifting workload, work well under pressure independently and as part of a team, and demonstrate a good understanding of best fundraising practice.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Ali Furlong (Head of Community and Events)  For further details on how to apply for the position and details about the person specification and job description please go to Rainbows website. 

Rainbows is an equal opportunities employer.  No agencies.

Registered as a charity no 1014051

Fundraiser at Elizabeth Fry Charity

Remote with ability to travel to Reading for meetings

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced fundraiser to join our dedicated team and support Elizabeth Fry Charity as it continues to increase and develop the support it provides to women in the criminal justice system.

Elizabeth Fry Charity runs a 24 bed Approved Premises for women who are under supervision of the Probation Service.  Residents at the Approved Premises have access to a range of purposeful activities aimed to support them to address issues that led to their offending and to develop the skills for them to lead an offending-free life in future. The Charity also provides an Outreach Service, supporting women who have moved on from the Approved Premises to the local area.

About the Role

This is a flexible role working remotely for 10 hours a week with attendance at the Charity’s premises in Reading approximately once a month. The postholder may also be required to attend meetings with potential and current funders as well as fundraising events held by the Charity.

The Charity’s main funding is through a contract with the Ministry of Justice to provide the Approved Premises. In addition, we currently fundraise to provide three additional members of staff to provide Substance Misuse, Housing and Outreach support to residents. Fundraising also enables the Charity to provide additional services to our residents including on site counselling and art therapy. You will be responsible for making sure funding is in place to enable these services to continue, communicating with funders to ensure they are kept updated about the impact of their support.

The postholder will promote the work of the Charity, ensuring that the website is kept up to date and that we are sharing stories about the positive impact of our work. You would also build the Charity’s profile on social media and support the Chief Executive in organising an annual Open Day and other events during the year.

What We Offer

• Access to Perkbox, an employee benefits platform. 
• Confirmation in post bonus following successful completion of Probationary Period, as well as long term service awards at both three and ten years. 
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme. 
• 25 days of annual leave + Bank Holidays per annum (pro rata) , which increases with length of service.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidates will be subject to a check by the Disclosure and Barring Service

Contract Type: Permanent
Location: North Yorkshire, Hull & East Riding
Salary: £26,451 - £28,886 per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Working Hours: 35 per week

Closing Date: 22 July 2022
Interview Date: TBC (via Zoom or Teams)

Location: This role is based and covering the North Yorkshire Hull & East Riding region. This is a home based position, but with travel within North Yorkshire, Hull or East Riding, so you will need to live within this region.

Please note the deadline for submitting applications for this vacancy is 23.59pm on the closing date.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

About Us

Who we are

Alzheimer’s Society are a vital source of support and a powerful force for change for everyone affected by dementia. We will not rest until people with dementia and their carers live more fulfilled and less fearful lives, free from stigma and inequality.

What we do

We support people affected by dementia through some of the hardest and most frightening times, to improve their lives and help to avoid crisis.
No matter whoever you are, whatever you’re going through, you can turn to Alzheimer’s Society/us for expert support through practical advice, emotional support, and guidance for the best next step
We join forces with people affected by dementia, leading scientists and policy makers, amplifying voices to push for cutting edge breakthroughs and societal change that’ll improve the lives of people affected by dementia, now and in the future

How we do it

We’re the friendly face of support, the warm voice at the end of the phone and the determined minds who will fight passionately for the cause of everyone affected by dementia.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity to join the North East and Yorkshire regional engagement team as the Community Fundraiser for North Yorkshire, Hull and East Riding at Alzheimer’s Society.

Your primary focuses will be providing first class stewardship to our amazing supporters and proactively securing new business to the organisation. You will be joining a team of four other community fundraisers covering who are maximising the potential in their own areas, as well as working with other teams and directorates to maximise relationship building, income generation and life time value to the organisation.

If you have a passion and skill for building lasting relationships at the heart of the community that will make meaningful difference to people affected by dementia, this is an exciting opportunity for you. You will build on your business acquisition skills, fantastic donor stewardship and volunteer management experience, to truly make your mark in this rapidly expanding charity.

About you

- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written [essential]
- Excellent organisational and timekeeping skills [essential]
- Ability to prioritise your workloads and have an organised, methodical approach [essential]
- Experience of recruiting, managing and working with volunteers to deliver organisational objectives
- Ability to achieve financial and non-financial targets and good working knowledge of budgets [essential].
- Be a team player, supporting colleagues when there are deadlines, and who knows when to ask for help themselves.
- Experience in virtual and in person presentations to businesses and various groups and associations are a regular occurrence
- You will be the face of Alzheimer’s Society for those fundraising in your region - you will be their biggest cheerleader, their go-to person, and their sounding board.
- Excellent people skills and be able to work collaboratively with other individuals within the Society

Person Specification

- Be a self starter and incredibly motivated.
- Ability to work and adapt to work in a fast-paced and diverse environment
- Demonstrate your creative nature
- Be resourceful and inspiring every day to give your supporters the best possible experience.
- Demonstrate your ambition to succeed
- Be target-driven & will be passionate about bringing real growth to your campaigns.
- Demonstrate your supportive and empathic nature.
- Excellent attention to detail.

You may have experience of the following: Community Fundraiser, Fundraising, Charity, Not for Profit, Third Sector, Volunteer Management, Business Development, Legacy, Fundraiser, Volunteer Manager, Charities etc.

Ref: 134 110

The National Deaf Children’s Society is the leading charity dedicated to creating a world without barriers for deaf children and young people.

National Fundraiser (Scotland and Northern Ireland)
Homebased -Scotland
£30,973 - £36,657 per annum
35 hours per week
Fixed term contract - 18 months

Are you a Fundraiser looking for a varied role where you can demonstrate the breadth of your experience and grow your skills?

This exciting role will give you the opportunity to develop and maximise income from the local community and third-party events, corporates, major donors trusts and statutory funders to help deliver our vision of a world without barriers for every deaf child.

As part of the Relationship and Partnership Fundraising team you will use your keen understanding of the statutory fundraising landscape in Scotland to deliver vital income for the charity. In addition, you will be responsible for managing and developing existing supporters from a variety of sources in your region as well as identifying and securing new supporters and partnerships to ensure long-term income for the charity.

Experience of working in a similar role and delivering written funding proposals is essential, as are outstanding supporter stewardship skills. You will be self-motivated and enjoy taking ownership over your work, with an ambitious drive to progress the success of your team. A friendly, approachable manner is essential to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. 

To apply for this role, you will have to complete an online application and specify how you meet the person specification criteria, as outlined in the job description. To do this, we suggest that you download the job description from our website prior to starting your application.

Currently, the application process works best on desktop / laptop devices. 

The closing date for applications is on Sunday, 17 July at 23:59.
We expect interviews to be held virtually on Monday, 25 July 2022.

We reserve the right to close the response cut-off date for the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

The National Deaf Children’s Society is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young adults and expects staff and volunteers to share that commitment. 

A disclosure check will be sought in relation to the successful applicant for this post. This will be shared with Human Resources and may also be shared with the Safeguarding Manager and the relevant management team. All applicants must also complete a self-disclosure form. 

We strive to provide an accessible recruitment process. If a disability or long-term condition makes it difficult for you to complete our application form, please contact us to discuss alternative formats. If you require reasonable adjustments for taking part in the interview, please indicate this in response to the corresponding question in the application form. 
Additional information about the support we offer is on our jobs page. 

We are a Disability Confident Employer and committed to offering interviews to candidates who request to be considered under the disability confident scheme and meet the minimum requirements of the person specification.
We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to promoting work life balance amongst its staff. 

As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be asked to declare and explain their gaps in employment. All our offers of employment are subject to pre-employment checks – these checks include but are not limited to references, right to work in the UK, disclosure (if applicable) and qualifications (if applicable).

The National Deaf Children’s Society is a registered charity in England and Wales (1016532) and in Scotland (SC040779).

Job Title: Community Fundraiser, Wiltshire

Region: Wiltshire (Home Based)

Directorate: Fundraising

Contract: Permanent, Full Time, 35 hours per week

Salary: £25,813 to £28,025 per annum

The Role

At the Royal British Legion, we believe in building on potential. As a Community Fundraiser covering the Wilshire area, your ability to coordinate Poppy Appeal activity in your area could have a real impact on people’s lives.

At its heart, RBL is a people organisation. People who want to do the very best for others, while at the same time making the most of the opportunities and experiences we offer them.

We are the country’s largest Armed Forces charity, with 210,000 members, 50,000 volunteers and a network of partners and charities; helping us give support wherever and whenever it’s needed.

As a Community Fundraiser you will be responsible for ensuring that supporters and other key stakeholders (members, local authorities, partners etc.) receive the support necessary to maximise the impact of the appeal.

You will manage day-to-day relationship with supporters ensuring all financial activity is cost effective and compliant, whilst also ensuring that all supporters have a great experience whilst supporting the Legion.

If successful, the main duties of your role will be:

• Manage the activity of a range of local supporters and partners (Poppy Appeal Organisers, other volunteers, regional corporates, and organisations) in order to achieve income budget/forecast
• Identity, plan and monitor progress of key activity
• Manage an agreed number of relationships across your area, ensuring that your supporters have the tools, resources, and support necessary to maximise their fundraising activity
• Develop and support a portfolio of regional corporate partnerships
• Recruit and induct new Poppy Appeal Organisers (PAO)
• Carry out PR/media activity with support from the Regional PR team
• Represent the legion locally carrying out engagement activity and providing updates to key stakeholders

Highly motivated and with excellent communication, 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, as well as experience in developing relationships with local businesses.

The position is home based, however the successful applicant will be expected to live within or near the regional area. A full driving licence with access to a car is preferred and that you are adaptable in your approach, with the flexibility to work some evenings and weekends when necessary.

About the Royal British Legion – Careers in Fundraising

Across the country, in every city and on every street, the RBL is there to support our Armed Forces community.

With over 200 employees, our Fundraising teams form an important part of this pack. Their passion and collaboration bring in millions of pounds every year. Money that goes on to improve and change the lives of this community.

It's this mission, this scale, this challenge and the values we all live by, that makes the RBL such a fulfilling place to thrive.

As a directorate we commit to ensuring our supporters feel valued, and driven to deliver fundraising that is effective, agile and sector leading. We do this by putting supporters at the heart of everything we do, and by embedding a learning culture in our teams where process improvement and innovation are embraced and celebrated.

So, if you want to give your days meaning. To put your passion into a role with real impact. To support people and be supported yourself. In an inclusive team that faces every challenge together. Whatever your interests and ambitions, we think you’ll find a role here that works for you, with career opportunities right across the UK.

Diversity Statement

We believe that the compassion, understanding, and service we show each and every individual should be reflected in the way we all support, respect, and include every individual who works with us. We want everyone involved in our work or receiving our services, to feel proud to contribute to or be part of a diverse and inclusive organisation.

We recognise that we still have a long way to go to ensure that we make the RBL a truly great and inclusive organisation to work for and be part of so we have set out our commitments to provide a clear path to deliver this ambition. We will keep listening, learning, and sharing our progress and impact.

How to Apply

Please click ‘Apply online’

Closing date for this role is: Sunday 3rd July 2022

We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to complete and submit your application form as soon as possible.

NL Recruitment is currently looking for a Community Fundraiser (West Midlands) for a health related charity.

Working closely with the Head of Region, you will build and develop fundraising relationships in the community to deliver the fundraising strategy and increase income. You will also:

• Build and maintain strong fundraising relationships to the organisation's community supporters
• Provide fundraising support to local branches of companies supporting the organisation at a regional or national level
• Identify, research and form new fundraising groups in the community
• Build relationships with local media including press, radio and digital
• Promote and organise the organisation's key campaigns at a local level

Our client is looking for a Community Fundraiser who has experience in raising funds in a community setting whether paid or in a voluntary basis. You will also have:

• Awareness of how to motivate and support volunteers, supporters, etc.
• Able to provide good stewardship to supporters
• Has worked as part of the team
• Good communication and presentation skills

Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Home based.
Salary: £26,451 - £28,886 actual per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Working Hours: 35 per week (flexibility for part time hours available)

Closing Date: 19 July 2022
Interview Date: TBC (via Zoom or Teams)

Please note, the deadline for submitting applications for this vacancy is 23:59pm on the closing date.

They are able to also offer part time hours, no less than 28 hours per week.

They reserve the right to close this vacancy early if they receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

About Them:

Who they are

Our client is a vital source of support and a powerful force for change for everyone affected by dementia.

What they want

They will not rest until people with dementia and their carers live more fulfilled and less fearful lives, free from stigma and inequality.

What they do

They support people affected by dementia through some of the hardest and most frightening times, to improve their lives and help to avoid crisis.
No matter whoever you are, whatever you’re going through, you can turn to our client for expert support through practical advice, emotional support, and guidance for the best next step
They join forces with people affected by dementia, leading scientists and policy makers, amplifying voices to push for cutting edge breakthroughs and societal change that’ll improve the lives of people affected by dementia, now and in the future

How they do it

They’re the friendly face of support, the warm voice at the end of the phone and the determined minds who will fight passionately for the cause of everyone affected by dementia

About the role

The diverse and tenacious Regional Engagement team are looking for a Community Fundraiser who can hit the ground running and take care of their supporters across South Yorkshire.

You will join their Regional Engagement team to help deliver the regional budget. As a Community Fundraiser with them you will not be tied to a financial target, their focus is on developing incredible and long lasting relationships with their supporters. Success in your role will enable their colleagues to campaign for change, fund research to find a cure and support people living with dementia today. That really is making a difference!

About you

- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written [essential]
- Excellent organisational and timekeeping skills [essential]
- Be a team player, supporting colleagues when there are deadlines, and who knows when to ask for help themselves.
- Confident in talking to supporters over the phone and via virtual channels such as Zoom.
- Experience in virtual and in person presentations to businesses and various groups and associations are a regular occurrence
- You will be the face of our client for those fundraising in your region - you will be their biggest cheerleader, their go-to person, and their sounding board.
- Excellent people skills and be able to work collaboratively with other individuals within the company.

Person Specification

- Be a self starter and incredibly motivated.
- Ability to work and adapt to work in a fast-paced and diverse environment
- Demonstrate your creative nature
- Be resourceful and inspiring every day to give your supporters the best possible experience.
- Demonstrate your ambition to succeed
- Be target-driven & will be passionate about bringing real growth to your campaigns.
- Demonstrate your supportive and empathic nature.
- Excellent attention to detail.

You may have experience of the following: Community Fundraiser, Fundraising, Charity, Not for Profit, Third Sector, Volunteer Management, Business Development, Legacy, Fundraiser, Volunteer Manager, Charities etc.

Ref: 134 047

Job Title: Community Fundraiser, Durham and North Tees

Region: Home based (Durham and North Tees region)

Directorate: Fundraising

Contract: Permanent, Full Time, 35 hours per week

Salary: £25,813 to £28,025 per annum

The Role

At the Royal British Legion, we believe in building on potential. As a Community Fundraiser, covering the Durham and North Tees area, your ability to coordinate Poppy Appeal activity in your region could have a real impact on people’s lives.

At its heart, RBL is a people organisation. People who want to do the very best for others, while at the same time making the most of the opportunities and experiences we offer them.

We are the country’s largest Armed Forces charity, with 210,000 members, 50,000 volunteers and a network of partners and charities; helping us give support wherever and whenever it’s needed.

As a Community Fundraiser you will be responsible for ensuring that supporters and other key stakeholders (members, local authorities, partners etc.) receive the support necessary to maximise the impact of the appeal.

You will manage day-to-day relationship with supporters ensuring all financial activity is cost effective and compliant, whilst also ensuring that all supporters have a great experience whilst supporting the Legion.

If successful, the main duties of your role will be:

• Manage the activity of a range of local supporters and partners (Poppy Appeal Organisers, other volunteers, regional corporates, and organisations) in order to achieve income budget/forecast
• Identity, plan and monitor progress of key activity
• Manage an agreed number of relationships across your area, ensuring that your supporters have the tools, resources, and support necessary to maximise their fundraising activity
• Develop and support a portfolio of regional corporate partnerships
• Recruit and induct new Poppy Appeal Organisers (PAO)
• Carry out PR/media activity with support from the Regional PR team
• Represent the legion locally carrying out engagement activity and providing updates to key stakeholders

Highly motivated and with excellent communication, 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, as well as experience in developing relationships with local businesses.

The position is home based, however the successful applicant will be expected to live within or near the regional area. A full driving licence with access to a car is preferred and that you are adaptable in your approach, with the flexibility to work some evenings and weekends when necessary.

About the Royal British Legion – Careers in Fundraising

Across the country, in every city and on every street, the RBL is there to support our Armed Forces community.

With over 200 employees, our Fundraising teams form an important part of this pack. Their passion and collaboration bring in millions of pounds every year. Money that goes on to improve and change the lives of this community.

It's this mission, this scale, this challenge and the values we all live by, that makes the RBL such a fulfilling place to thrive.

As a directorate we commit to ensuring our supporters feel valued, and driven to deliver fundraising that is effective, agile and sector leading. We do this by putting supporters at the heart of everything we do, and by embedding a learning culture in our teams where process improvement and innovation are embraced and celebrated.

So, if you want to give your days meaning. To put your passion into a role with real impact. To support people and be supported yourself. In an inclusive team that faces every challenge together. Whatever your interests and ambitions, we think you’ll find a role here that works for you, with career opportunities right across the UK.

Diversity Statement

We believe that the compassion, understanding and service we show each, and every individual customer should be reflected in the way we all support, respect and include every individual who works with us.

It’s because of this that we have strived hard to create a One Legion culture that we can all feel part of and succeed in. It’s why we make sure that you have the opportunities you need to learn and develop. It’s why we’re invested in making RBL a truly inclusive place to work, where everyone can be themselves. It’s why you’re welcome, whoever you might be.

It’s why we welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

How to Apply

Please click log into ESS and click ‘web recruitment Job Search’

Closing date for this role is: Thursday 14th July 2022

We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to complete and submit your application form as soon as possible.

NL Recruitment is currently looking for a Community Fundraiser for a health related charity.

Working closely with the Head of Region, you will build and develop fundraising relationships in the community to deliver the fundraising strategy and increase income. You will also:

• Build and maintain strong fundraising relationships to the organisation's community supporters
• Provide fundraising support to local branches of companies supporting the organisation at a regional or national level
• Identify, research and form new fundraising groups in the community
• Build relationships with local media including press, radio and digital
• Promote and organise the organisation's key campaigns at a local level

Our client is looking for a Community Fundraiser who has experience in raising funds in a community setting whether paid or in a voluntary basis. You will also have:

• Awareness of how to motivate and support volunteers, supporters, etc.
• Able to provide good stewardship to supporters
• Has worked as part of the team
• Good communication and presentation skills

Salary: £23440 - £28000 per annum

Hours/Contract: 35 hours/week

Contract Type: Permanent

Based: Homebased covering Forth Valley & Fife. Travel throughout the region required.

Closing date: 17^th July

Interview date: W/c 25th July

Want a job that makes a real difference?

As a Community Fundraiser, you'll be the face of Marie Curie in the community. Your role will be to support, develop and inspire volunteers and fundraising groups to ensure our local fundraising activity is as effective as possible.

This will involve engagement with community groups, corporates, fundraising groups and through in-memory giving, and working with those groups and individuals to help Marie Curie grow its fundraising income and local profile.

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

The role will involve lots of travel therefore you should have a full UK driver's license and access to a vehicle (business insurance will be required).

What we are looking for:

• A talent for building and nurturing great working relationships
• An understanding of fundraising principles, methods and procedures
• Adaptability and resilience
• Great customer service skills with the ability to provide excellent stewardship
• A creative problem solver with a can-do attitude
• Organisation and prioritisation skills
• An engaging and inspiring individual with a passion for making a difference

What's in it for you:

• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
• Continuous development
• Leading training programmes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible Working

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.

Job Title: Community Fundraiser

Salary: £23,440 - £28,000 per annum

Hours/Contract: 35 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Based: Home Based in South East England (Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Berkshire)

Closing date: 28th July 2022

Interview date: 4th August 2022

Want a job that makes a real difference?

As a Community Fundraiser, you'll be the face of Marie Curie in the community. Your role will be to support, develop and inspire volunteers and fundraising groups to ensure our local fundraising activity is as effective as possible.

This will involve engagement with community groups, corporates, fundraising groups and through in-memory giving, and working with those groups and individuals to help Marie Curie grow its fundraising income and local profile.

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

The role will involve lots of travel therefore you should have a full UK driver's license and access to a vehicle (business insurance will be required).

What we are looking for:

• A talent for building and nurturing great working relationships
• An understanding of fundraising principles, methods and procedures
• Adaptability and resilience
• Great customer service skills with the ability to provide excellent stewardship
• A creative problem solver with a can-do attitude
• Organisation and prioritisation skills
• An engaging and inspiring individual with a passion for making a difference

What's in it for you:

• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
• Continuous development
• Leading training programmes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible Working

Maire Curie is a learning organisation that supports staff to develop their knowledge and skills in a role and to access continued professional & personal development. In Fundraising, this includes a fully funded level 3 Fundraising Apprenticeship supporting professionals to further develop their skills in raising funds and awareness of our services. You will learn commercially-focused fundraising methods and relationship-building approaches, build fundraising plans and use various communication methods to engage with the wider organisation. A great start to your career at Marie Curie.

For more information or an informal chat please contact Head of Fundraising London and South East Tracey North on 07872 417989, or email us at [email protected]

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.

About us:

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.