Fundraising Officer

We are looking for a proactive Hertfordshire-based Fundraiser to help turn our new Fundraising Strategy into activity and income. This is a hands-on, fundraising role with considerable autonomy.   You will develop relationships with community groups, local businesses, supporters and networks across the county; promote new fundraising opportunities; follow up leads; and keep the systems and administration behind that work organised and up to date.

The role is flexible and home based, but it is not purely remote.  Being visible within Hertfordshire is central to the role, so you will ideally live in the county and be able to travel independently to meetings, activities and events across the region.

As this is a new role, we have commissioned specialist fundraising support to develop the strategy, tools and products behind the role.  The successful candidate will receive a structured induction, practical fundraising training, templates and ongoing coaching from the fundraising consultant, alongside support from the HDSF team. We are looking for someone with the right foundations, local understanding and motivation to put that support into practice.

We are realistic about what can be achieved in 3 days per week and recognise that strong fundraising relationships take time to develop. You will join a friendly and engaged team of staff, Trustees and volunteers who are eager to help make the role a success, alongside the guidance and ongoing support of an experienced fundraising consultant.  With a clear strategy, new fundraising products and practical tools already in place, you will be well equipped to get started quickly and focus on the right priorities.