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Join an amazing charity that makes a difference for the more than 110,000 adults and children in the UK with a muscle-wasting condition. This is a role where you can really make a difference.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups including people from ethnic minority backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with lived experience of conditions we represent. We believe that diversity strengthens our work and helps us better support our beneficiaries.
As part of our safer recruitment and safeguarding responsibilities, this role requires a DBS check and professional/character references. We are committed to inclusion and will consider each application fairly.
About you:
Ready to make a real impact?
Your presence in Northern Ireland could drive change across the nation!
You will need a flexible approach to your working hours as the role may require some evening and weekend work.
You will be central to building relationships, engaging local communities, and driving fundraising initiatives across the region. Being based in Northern Ireland is essential to effectively deliver on the role’s objectives and maintain close connections with supporters and stakeholders.
You will build relationships and manage both supporters and volunteers within the local community creating an impact by maximising financial contributions and raising awareness of fundraising, for Muscular Dystrophy UK.
You will be a talented professional eager to step up into a managerial role, we’d love to hear from you.
This is your chance to lead, inspire, and make a difference where it matters most.
About us:
Muscular Dystrophy UK is a charity that connects a community of more than 110,000 people living with one of over 60 muscle wasting conditions, and all the people around them. So everyone can get the healthcare, support and treatments needed to feel good, mentally and physically.
This is an exciting time to join Muscular Dystrophy UK. We recently launched our new 10 year strategy to transform the lives of people living with muscle wasting conditions. Our vision is clear, a world without limits for people with muscle wasting conditions, and we won’t stop until we achieve it.
Values and behaviours:
- A positive attitude and approach that reflect the charity’s values.
- Seek opportunities to contribute to the development of the charity.
- A commitment to and an understanding of disability issues, equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Always demonstrate role model behaviour.
Benefits:
We appreciate the range of skills and experience our staff have to offer. In return for your enthusiasm and commitment we commit to actively developing and supporting you. We believe in supporting our people both professionally and personally.
Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote wellbeing, work–life balance, and career development. Our offer range of benefits includes great pension contributions, life insurance, cycle scheme, health cash plan, employee assistance programme, instant retail and events discounts, and much more...
Location: Home based
Closing date: 24th January 2026
NB Interviews: We will actively interview and reserve the right to close this advert once we find the right candidate
Please download the job description to see full role responsibilities
Registered Charity
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We connect a community of more than 110,000 people living with one of over 60 muscle wasting and weakening conditions and people around them.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We’re hiring a Fundraising Officer at WeSwim, this is a relationship-led fundraising role with real ownership and influence.
At WeSwim, we support disabled adults to swim in welcoming, inclusive volunteer run clubs across London. For many of our swimmers, the water offers a new freedom, easing pain, building confidence, and opening up new ways to move and connect. Our work is powered by community, care and people who believe swimming should be accessible to everyone.
We’re now looking for a Fundraising Officer to lead our community fundraising and individual giving efforts and help shape the future of WeSwim’s income.
We already have a strong community of swimmers and volunteers who care deeply about WeSwim. In this role, you’ll work with the community to create more fundraising activitym supporting our members to fundraise in ways that feel achievable, inclusive and meaningful. You’ll be the main point of contact for community fundraisers, creating simple tools and resources that help people feel confident getting involved.
You’ll also work closely with the CEO to develop and grow WeSwim’s individual giving and monthly donations, helping to transform our mix of income over time.
You’ll build thoughtful supporter journeys, create simple and engaging fundraising resources, and help deliver campaigns that clearly show the impact of WeSwim’s work. No two weeks will look the same, but every week will be purposeful and people-centred.
This is a part-time role (15 hours per week) with a high level of trust, autonomy and collaboration. It’s ideal for a proactive fundraiser who enjoys building relationships, thinking creatively and taking ownership. Someone who wants to be close to the ground and see their work make a tangible difference in a small charity.
Every strong supporter relationship you build will help to keep our clubs running, welcomes new swimmers into the water, and strengthens the community that makes WeSwim possible.
Key Responsibilities:
Community Fundraising
- Inspire & support individuals and groups to run their own fundraising activities (e.g., bake sales, swim challenges, quiz nights).
- Act as the primary contact for all community fundraisers, including swimmers, volunteers, supporters, and local groups.
- Develop accessible fundraising resources and an annual plan of community fundraising activities, moments and campaigns.
Individual Giving & Monthly Donations
- Lead the development and growth of WeSwim’s monthly giving programme.
- Deliver a high-quality stewardship programme for individual donors including welcome and impact communications.
- Use data to track donor retention, upgrade opportunities, and areas for improvement.
Campaigns, Communications & Community Engagement
- Plan and deliver key fundraising campaigns (e.g. Christmas Appeal, Giving Tuesday).
- Create engaging fundraising content and stories across email, social media, the website and fundraising platforms.
- Build relationships with community groups and partners, representing WeSwim at relevant events.
Systems, Data & Reporting
- Maintain accurate fundraising records and supporter data.
- Monitor fundraising performance and produce reports and insights.
- Contribute to improving fundraising systems and digital tools.
Diversity and Inclusion: We are passionate about creating a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, sexual orientations, gender identities, and abilities. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, people from the Global Majority, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those underrepresented in charity employees. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our decision-making and help us better serve our community.
Location: Your work will mostly be from home but will involve travel within London. Please only apply if you have the right to work in the UK and are based within easy reach of London.
Join us in making a difference to increase opportunities for disabled people to swim in London.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.