Fundraising Coordinator

As a Fundraising Co-ordinator at Be Free Young Carers, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the organisation’s financial sustainability and growth. You will be responsible for developing creative fundraising strategies, building relationships with donors and local partners, and organising engaging events to generate vital support for young carers. This position offers an opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of young people while working in a dynamic and supportive team environment.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

·        Fundraising & Campaign Support

o   Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing fundraising campaigns, including annual giving, appeals, and special initiatives

o   Support grant-related activities, including tracking deadlines and assisting with proposal submissions

o   Help develop fundraising materials such as appeal letters, email campaigns, and donor updates

·        Donor Relations & Stewardship

o   Maintain accurate donor records in the organization’s CRM or donor database

o   Prepare donor acknowledgements, receipts, and thank-you letters in a timely manner

o   Assist with donor stewardship activities, including recognition efforts and impact reporting

·        Event Coordination

o   Support the planning and execution of fundraising events (in-person and virtual)

o   Coordinate logistics such as registrations, invitations, materials, vendors, and follow-up

o   Track event budgets, attendance, and fundraising results

·        Data Management & Reporting

o   Enter, track, and reconcile donations and pledges

o   Generate reports on fundraising performance, donor activity, and campaign outcomes

o   Ensure compliance with data privacy and gift-processing standards

·        Administrative & Team Support

o   Provide administrative support to the development team as needed

o   Assist with scheduling, meeting preparation, and internal coordination

o   Collaborate with communications, finance, and program staff to support fundraising goals

Person Specification

·        Experience with fundraising for charity.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build rapport and inspire people.
• Strong organizational and administrative abilities to manage schedules, records, and tasks.
• Adaptability, as charity roles can be varied and require managing a wide range of duties.
• A commitment to the charity's cause is often a key requirement.

This job description is not intended to be comprehensive but indicative. Responsibilities may very from time to time, depending on the needs of the organization.