Events fundraiser jobs

The Mental Health Foundation is recruiting for 2x Events & Community Officers to support the fundraising team based at our London office. One position is permanent and one is fixed term maternity cover for 12 months.

Deadline: 5pm on Sunday 28th June
Location: London
Salary: Starting at £32,604 rising to £36,796, plus London weighting of £4,000
Hours: Full-time (32 hours a week)
Contract type: 1x permanent role and 1x fixed term maternity cover (same location, salary & hours for both)

This exciting role will support the delivery of the agreed Events & Community Fundraising strategy, building relationships with supporters across a range of events and activities, and supporting them with their fundraising goals.

What does the role involve?

• Take full responsibility for all aspects of a portfolio of individual events.
• Provide the best service possible to event and community fundraisers via fundraising and training advice in writing, by phone, e-mail, text, website forums, pre- and post-event receptions. This includes creating, updating and managing the full stewardship journeys for bigger fundraising events.
• Taking the lead responsibility for the planning and implementation of virtual fundraising challenges as and when required.

What skills, knowledge and experience are we looking for?

• Demonstrable communication skills both written and verbal (face to face, incoming and outgoing, phone calls, basic copy for on- and offline activities)
• Demonstrable understanding of using online platforms for fundraising and/or marketing
• Proven experience working within fundraising and/or marketing

Safeguarding is Everyone’s business – Mental Health Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all its beneficiaries, those who surround them, its staff, volunteers, and anyone else who comes into contact with its services and expects all trustees, staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate vetting procedures (proof of eligibility to work in the UK, proof of residency and satisfactory employment screening, including a Disclosure check and two most recent references) along with 3-year renewals of Disclosure checks. We are unable to provide sponsorship for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK.

How to apply

If you think your skills match and you’d like to be part of a dynamic and growing organisation, please complete and submit your application via our website.

Please ensure you attach an up-to-date CV and statement of suitability answering all points of the person specification. Applications will close at 5pm on Sunday 28th June and we are unable to accept late applications. Interviews are planned for w/c 13th July.

Please indicate your preference for either the permanent role or fixed term maternity cover in your application form.

We believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. Diversity and inclusion is a strategic priority for us as an employer and mental health charity, and we are proud to be signatories of the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter and the Disability Confident Committed Scheme. Applications from under-represented sections of the community are actively encouraged.

If you have a disability, require any additional support or have any questions regarding the role, please contact us. We make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment. Disabled candidates who meet all the essential person specification criteria will be offered an interview. Therefore, please do ensure you tick the relevant box on the application form and clearly indicate in your application/covering letter if you consider yourself to meet the requirements of the Equality Act 2010 / Disability Discrimination Act 1995.

We are currently operating mostly digital recruitment (including interviews via video conferencing). We have moved to a hybrid working model of a minimum of 2 days per week in the office and the rest working from home.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Harris Hill is delighted to be working with St Luke’s Hospice to recruit a passionate and creative Community Fundraiser (Products) to join their dedicated fundraising team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced community fundraiser to play a key role in developing and delivering inspiring fundraising products and campaigns that build strong supporter relationships and generate sustainable income for the Hospice.

Reporting to the Community and Events Manager, you will lead on a portfolio of community fundraising activity, including ownership of the Hospice’s In Memory fundraising programme. You’ll create thoughtful, supporter focused journeys for people with a close personal connection to St Luke’s, ensuring every interaction is sensitive, engaging and impactful.

Working collaboratively across fundraising, communications and supporter care teams, you’ll help shape innovative campaigns, analyse performance and deliver exceptional supporter experiences that strengthen long-term engagement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the planning, delivery and evaluation of community fundraising campaigns and products
• Managing and developing the In Memory fundraising programme
• Creating engaging supporter stewardship journeys
• Monitoring income, activity and performance data to inform future planning
• Working collaboratively across teams to deliver integrated fundraising activity
• Ensuring all fundraising activity complies with relevant regulations and best practice

To be successful, you will have:

• Experience delivering community fundraising campaigns or products
• Strong supporter stewardship experience, ideally including In Memory fundraising
• Excellent project management and communication skills
• Experience using CRM systems and analysing supporter data
• A collaborative approach and passion for delivering excellent supporter experiences

If you are a relationship-focused fundraiser looking to join a compassionate and values-led organisation making a real difference in the community, we’d love to hear from you.

Salary: up to £32,000 per annum

Contract type: Permanent, full time

Location: London, Harrow, hybrid working- 2 days in the office

Deadline: On rolling basis 

Interview: ASAP

Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to

If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

We are looking for two Regional Fundraisers to join a wonderful hospice and support a portfolio of fundraising activities through building strong relationships with supporters and community groups to grow income and engagement.

This is a hybrid role with 3 days a week in the team in Cheltenham. You would need a car and license to fulfil this role.

The Charity
An enthusiastic and collaborative local hospice, dedicated to supporting people through the most difficult times of their lives. You would be be joining a highly respected organisation, with an inclusive working culture, offering fantastic benefits including great pension scheme,
27 days holiday - rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays,
Enhanced maternity, paternity and sick pay
Employee Networks - LGBTQ+, Ethnic Diversity and Equality, People with Disabilities, and Women and Non Binary Individuals
Structured induction programme and learning and development opportunities.

The Role
Work closely with the Regional Fundraising Team Manager and the rest of the team to to support the delivery of a range of fundraising activities.

Work across a range of income streams, with particular focus on events (in house and third party).

Be an ambassador, representing the charity within the local community, promoting collaboration across hospice, retail and fundraising teams.

Ensure excellent supporter stewardship, accurate data management and compliant fundraising practice.

The Candidate
We are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive Junior Fundraiser to join the team.

You would ideally bring some fundraising experience, having successfully delivered a range of activities and stewarded supporters in their fundraising journeys.

Experience of forming, nurturing and maintaining relationships within local communities including individuals, groups and associations to deliver growth in income.

Experience of using a fundraising CRM to manage activity.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Please note this role is closing on 31st May but applications may be considered early so do get in touch ASAP to find out more.

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, 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.

Severn Hospice is one of the region’s leading charities, caring for people living with incurable illness across Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and Mid Wales. We are looking for an organised, dynamic and empathetic Community Fundraiser to join our dedicated Income Generation team.

With your genuine enthusiasm for engaging people, you will help build and nurture relationships with local groups, organisations and individuals who support our work. You will inspire and guide supporters to fundraise safely and creatively, delivering a range of community fundraising activities that grow income, raise awareness and strengthen long-term support.

Just like our care, our relationships with supporters are individual and with your excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, you will provide outstanding stewardship to our supporters, ensuring they feel valued throughout their fundraising journey. You will also manage community fundraising initiatives such as activities, events and collections, ensuring they are well organised, compliant and successful.

With an eye for detail, you will also maintain accurate records, support income targets and contribute ideas that help develop and grow community fundraising across the region.

Severn Hospice is a truly rewarding place to work. If you are an enthusiastic team player and passionate about making a real difference in your community, we would love to hear from you.

This role requires a full driving licence and access to your own car. 

This vacancy may close early depending on the volume of applications.

Carers’ Resource is delighted to be able to advertise a new role to support carers and those they care for. We are seeking:

Senior Trust & Grant Fundraiser

Salary: up to £33,000

Permanent full time post (part time considered for right candidate)

Location: Hybrid working with part of week spent at one of our offices: Shipley, Harrogate or Skipton

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Trust & Grant Fundraiser to lead and grow our charitable income from trusts, foundations and grant-making bodies.

Reporting directly to the CEO, you will play a key strategic role in securing sustainable funding, both restricted and unrestricted, that enables Carers’ Resource to enhance, expand and support our existing services and allows us to invest in organisational infrastructure, website and digital technology.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of personally securing at least £200,000 per annum in trust and grant income and will be confident developing compelling funding applications, building long-term funder relationships, and identifying new income opportunities.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled fundraiser who is passionate about making a difference and wants to contribute to the growth and impact of a respected regional charity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a trust and grants fundraising strategy aligned with organisational priorities.
• Research and identify suitable trust, foundation and statutory funding opportunities.
• Prepare high-quality, persuasive funding applications, proposals and expressions of interest.
• Secure a minimum of £200,000 per annum in trust and grant income.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with funders, partners and stakeholders.
• Manage the full grant cycle including applications, monitoring, reporting and stewardship.
• Work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to develop funding priorities and project budgets.
• Collaborate with operational teams to gather impact data, case studies and outcomes.
• Maintain an accurate pipeline and reporting system for funding applications and deadlines.
• Produce timely and accurate reports for funders demonstrating impact and outcomes.
• Monitor fundraising trends, sector developments and funding opportunities relevant to carers and community services.
• Support the development of partnership and collaborative funding bids where appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and best practice.

Person Specification

Essential

• Demonstrable success in securing trust and grant funding, including a proven track record of personally generating at least £200,000 annually.
• At least 3 years experience of writing successful funding applications to trusts, foundations and statutory funders.
• Excellent written communication and bid-writing skills.
• Strong relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage multiple funding applications and deadlines effectively.
• Experience of developing fundraising pipelines and income strategies.
• Strong analytical and budgeting skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
• Passion for supporting carers, vulnerable people and local communities.
• Proficient IT skills including Microsoft Office and CRM/database systems.

Desirable

• Experience working within the charity, health or social care sector.
• Knowledge of issues affecting unpaid carers and vulnerable communities.
• Experience of reporting to senior leadership teams and trustees.
• Understanding of monitoring and evaluation frameworks.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive and self-motivated
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Strategic thinker with a creative approach to fundraising
• Compassionate and values-driven
• Professional, resilient and adaptable

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work for a respected and impactful Yorkshire charity
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Ongoing professional development
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Pension scheme

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Carers' Resource is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported.

Closing date for applications: Monday 15th June 2026

Email your application, including a covering letter explaining your fit to the role and CV.

Or apply directly via our website

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Interview Date: 1st July 2026

Are you a relationship-builder who loves connecting with businesses, creating meaningful partnerships and turning great conversations into long-term support?

Charity People are delighted to be partnering with Zoe's Place Baby Hospice to find their next Corporate Fundraiser. This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate and ambitious fundraising team, helping to grow corporate income and build partnerships that make a lasting difference to babies, young children and families across Coventry.

Salary: £26,000 - £29,000 per annum depending on experience
Contract: Permanent, 35 hours per week
Location: Zoe's Place Baby Hospice, Coventry and out and about meeting potential donors with the flexibility to work from home.
Benefits: 5% employer pension contribution, 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure, mileage allowance, free onsite parking, Employee Assistance Programme, Death in Service benefit and professional development opportunities.

Zoe's Place is the UK's only baby-specific hospice charity, providing specialist palliative, respite and end-of-life care for children aged 0 to 5 with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions. They offer a safe, nurturing and joyful environment where families can feel completely supported. With their dedicated nurses delivering 24-hour care, they work together to make every moment of childhood count.

About the role

As Corporate Fundraiser, you'll develop and manage a portfolio of corporate supporters, helping businesses engage with Zoe's Place through charity partnerships, sponsorship, employee fundraising, payroll giving and events. You'll work closely with existing supporters to maximise income and engagement, while also identifying and securing new opportunities across the local business community.

You'll have the chance to represent the hospice at networking events, deliver presentations, organise supporter events and create compelling proposals that inspire businesses to get involved. Alongside relationship management, you'll use the fundraising CRM to manage your pipeline, forecast income and ensure every supporter receives excellent stewardship.

No two days will be the same. One day you could be presenting to a local business, the next planning a supporter event, reconnecting with former corporate partners or developing ideas to strengthen an existing relationship.

About you

We would love to hear from you if you have:

• Experience in fundraising, sales, account management, business development or corporate partnerships
• Confidence building and managing relationships with a variety of stakeholders
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• The ability to identify opportunities, develop proposals and influence others
• Strong organisational skills and experience managing multiple priorities
• Confidence using databases or CRM systems and working with income pipelines

Most importantly, you'll be proactive, enthusiastic and motivated by the opportunity to help businesses make a meaningful difference to local children and families. If you're excited by the idea of building lasting partnerships, growing income and representing an organisation that changes lives every day, we'd love to hear from you.

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

Deadline: 24th June at 9am
First Stage Interviews: 6th of July
Second Stage Interviews: w/c 13th of July

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

Community Fundraiser (Covering North Liverpool, Southport, Knowsley & St Helens)

As part of our community team, you will place our supporters at the heart of everything you do by cultivating and stewarding relationships to provide a first-class experience. You are outgoing, independent, able to work instinctively, and confident in making approaches to garner new support.  You will have the ability to translate our story to develop and inspire our volunteers and engage with a wide range of community contacts and high street corporates. You'll be joining the charity during an exciting period of growth, as we develop our community volunteer led income with the aim of increasing charity reach and recognition in pursuit of our team targets and goals.

Ideally you will have experience of working in a fundraising environment (paid or voluntary), or be able to demonstrate transferable skills within a customer-facing role, and the ability to manage relationships with a diverse range of people.

The role will be based at our Liverpool fundraising office. The option of hybrid/flexible working where appropriate can be considered.

A good knowledge of the area this role covers and a full driving licence and use of a car in order to travel between Clatterbridge sites and across the wider area is essential.

Preference would also be for the candidate to live within or close to the area the role covers.

About Red Sky Foundation 

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

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

Join Team Red Sky at an Exciting Time of Growth! 

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

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

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

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

What You’ll Be Doing 

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

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

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

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

• Developing tailored partnership proposals and presentations. 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

What You'll Be Doing

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

About You

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

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

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

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

Closing date: 14th June 2026

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

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The Talent Set is delighted to be partnering with Katharine House Hospice to recruit a Community Engagement Manager.

Katharine House Hospice is a special much loved local charity, providing exceptional palliative and end-of-life care to people and families across north Oxfordshire and south Northamptonshire. At the heart of the local community, the hospice relies on the support of individuals, businesses, schools, and volunteers to continue delivering its vital services.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a much-loved charity in a role that truly makes a difference. As Community Engagement Manager leading a high-performing team, you'll be the driving force behind building relationships, growing community support, and inspiring people to get involved with the hospice's mission. If you're a natural connector with a passion for people and purpose, this is a chance to create lasting impact for a cause that matters.

What you’ll be doing:

· Contribute to the overall fundraising strategy as a member of the management team, leading the development and delivery of the community engagement fundraising strategy, including operational plans, budgets and income targets to grow and retain supporters.

· Lead and develop the Community Engagement team, setting priorities, managing performance of a high-performing team and providing support to ensure successful delivery of objectives.

· Oversee community fundraising, corporate partnerships and events programmes, building strong relationships with businesses, schools, community groups, volunteers and supporters to maximise income and engagement.

· Develop and deliver fundraising campaigns, events and initiatives that increase participation and revenue, using performance analysis and ROI assessment to drive continuous improvement.

· Work with Marketing and Communications to create engaging, multi-channel campaigns and fundraising materials that inspire support through compelling stories and content.

· Lead the delivery and optimisation of key fundraising events that have historically over-performed with a loyal supporter base.  

· Champion best practice in CRM use, enhancing supporter journeys, stewardship, retention, and campaign effectiveness through data-driven insights.

· Collaborate across departments to deliver integrated fundraising activities, maximise opportunities such as In-Memory giving, and ensure a consistent, high-quality supporter experience.

About you:

· Fundraising experience across at least two of the following areas: community fundraising, events or corporate partnerships.

· Experience leading and managing teams, supporting performance and development.

· Experience monitoring and reporting on income targets, KPIs, and organisational objectives.

· Proven ability to build, develop, and retain relationships with community groups, local businesses, individual fundraisers, and event participants.

· Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience working effectively with colleagues, senior leaders, and volunteers.

· Experience developing and managing strategies, budgets, and operational plans.

· Successful track record of networking within local communities and leveraging social media to drive engagement.

· Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to create compelling content that inspires supporter action.

· Proficient in CRM management, ensuring accurate data handling, GDPR compliance, and effective supporter stewardship.

· Collaborative approach, with a proven ability to work across teams to achieve shared goals.

· Good understanding of charity governance, legal, financial, and regulatory compliance requirements.

Staff Benefits:

· Generous holiday entitlement starting at 27 days per year, plus bank holidays

· A contributory pension scheme

· Access to a free Employee Assistance Programme and Employee Hotline

· Eligibility for a Blue Light Card (discounts online and on the high street)

· Free onsite parking

· Opportunities for training and development.

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.

Main Purpose of Role:

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

Specific Responsibilities:

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

General Responsibilities:

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

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

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

Job Description and Review

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

Desirable

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

Essential

Experience 

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

Knowledge

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

Skills/Personal Qualities

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

Other

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

HCCN supports adults across Huntingdonshire to live well with cancer, helping people regain independence, confidence and connection. We’re a small, warm and community‑rooted charity, and we’re looking for a relationship‑driven, proactive Fundraising Manager to help us grow our impact. If you love building relationships, enjoy variety, and want your work to make a visible difference every day, this could be the perfect role for you.

About the role

As our Fundraising Manager, you’ll be the charity’s dedicated income lead. You’ll develop and deliver a sustainable fundraising programme that reflects the compassion and community spirit at the heart of HCCN.

You’ll work closely with our Operations Manager, trustees, volunteers, employees, supporters and partners to:

·Grow income across community fundraising, events, corporate partnerships, individual giving and legacy giving

·Build strong relationships across the local community

·Represent HCCN warmly and professionally at events and activities

This is a hands‑on, varied and rewarding role where you’ll see the impact of your work every single day.

Key responsibilities 

·Develop and deliver an annual fundraising plan and budget

·Identify new opportunities with individuals, businesses, community groups and trusts

·Create engaging campaigns, appeals and supporter journeys

·Grow and steward a strong donor and partner pipeline

·Lead a sensitive, low‑pressure legacy giving presence

·Support volunteers and community fundraisers

·Plan and deliver safe, cost‑effective fundraising events

·Build mutually beneficial corporate partnerships

·Support a trustee, researching and writing high‑quality grant applications

·Maintain accurate data, reporting and GDPR compliance

About you 

We’re looking for someone who is:

·A natural relationship‑builder who loves connecting with people

·Warm, empathetic and aligned with HCCN’s values

·Creative, proactive and full of ideas

·Highly organised with strong attention to detail

·Confident representing our charity publicly

·Comfortable working independently and as part of a small team

·Passionate about improving the lives of adults living with cancer

You’ll bring:

·Fundraising experience (community, events, individual giving or corporates)

·Experience managing events end‑to‑end

·A track record of meeting or exceeding targets

·Experience working with volunteers

·Strong written and verbal communication skills

·Confident use of Microsoft Office, Google Apps and databases

·A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across Huntingdonshire

Desirable experience includes: grant writing, legacy fundraising, digital fundraising, marketing/comms and working in a health or community‑based charity.

Why join HCCN?

 ·A small, friendly and supportive team

·A role where relationships truly matter

·Visible, meaningful impact on local people’s lives

·The chance to shape the future of a growing charity

This role is hybrid. The successful applicant will be home based with local travel as required to support fundraising activity, with occasional evening and weekend working in the Huntingdon area. 

The time commitment is 40 hours per week. We offer pension benefits and paid holidays.

You must live within easy reach of Huntingdon and be able to drive with your own vehicle. 

The ideal person will be friendly, proactive, enthusiastic, and have great attention to detail. With opportunities for professional development and a supportive and friendly team environment, this position offers a chance to make a real difference. 

To find out more about the role and how to apply please read our job description.

Our values, at HCCN:

• We are committed to evidence‑based practice
• We value compassion, dignity and respect
• We use our resources responsibly to benefit people affected by cancer
• We listen to understand the needs of the people we support
• We work in partnership with healthcare professionals

About the role

Reporting to the Director of Fundraising, you will take ownership of RBVE’s corporate fundraising portfolio, strengthening supporter engagement and building long‑term value. You will champion corporate fundraising as a key driver of the charity’s income growth, ensuring the team delivers exceptional performance and meets stretching income goals.

You will work collaboratively across the wider fundraising function — including Community & Events, Individual Giving, and Digital Events — to maximise opportunities and maintain the charity’s impressive year‑on‑year income growth. You will also play a key role in supporting the delivery of the Great Tommy Sleep Out, our flagship seven‑figure digital campaign.

This role is critical to sustaining our momentum and unlocking the next phase of growth.

This role will be office based in Aylesford, Kent with expected travel for events in the UK and occasionally beyond.

About you

You will be a strategic, organised and confident leader with significant line‑management experience and a track record of delivering income growth in a corporate fundraising environment. Calm, methodical and hands‑on, you thrive under pressure and bring clarity and focus to a busy portfolio.

You will also be a collaborative team player, able to build strong internal relationships and work seamlessly across departments to drive shared success.

What you’ll bring

• Corporate fundraising leadership — experience overseeing a portfolio and driving income growth

• Team management — proven ability to lead, motivate and develop high‑performing fundraisers

• Strategic planning — confidence setting direction and delivering against ambitious targets

• Relationship building — ability to cultivate long‑term, high‑value partnerships

• Cross‑functional collaboration — experience working with multiple teams to maximise opportunities

Why join us?

• A mission‑driven organisation with a clear purpose

• A supportive, ambitious fundraising team with a strong track record

• The opportunity to shape a growing income stream and make a tangible impact

• A culture that values initiative, collaboration and continuous improvement

For full information on the role, please see below attached job description.

RBVE reserve the right to close any vacancy prior to the published closing date.