Volunteer fundraiser jobs

As an integral member of the fundraising team, the Fundraising Administrator will support the delivery of a range of successful fundraising activity based around the centre, in order to maximise income for Maggie’s.   

As Fundraising Administrator, you will welcome and support visitors within the centre in their fundraising for Maggie’s as well as in the local community and ensuring they are motivated, informed and supported.  

This is a demanding role in a fast-paced environment where priorities change frequently.  
 

There will be a requirement to work irregular hours as well as some local travel. 

Please see the attached job description for further details.

Please note that interviews will take place on Wednesday 20th May in Maggie's Yorkshire.

Headway North Staffordshirte is the county's leading provider of rehabilitation and outreach services to people affected by acquired brain injury. We deliver services and projects with high impact that are attractive to funders and truly make a difference to our service users' quality of life.

Our new Grant Fundraiser (Trusts and Corporates) will research, write and submit high-quality, well presented, well-reasoned grant applications, working to secure major gifts for capital and revenue projects from grants and foundations, major donor and corporate bodies in order to achieve fundraising targets.

You will also nurture relationships with existing and new grant funders, build connections with businesses and community organisations to explore sponsorship, collaboration, and partnership opportunities.

Our new Grant Fundraiser will also contributing positively as a member of the broader Leadership Team.

This is a 21 hour per week post; exact working hours are negotiable / flexible.

Please apply via the charity's website, the closing date is Friday 01 May 2026, interview dates 11th and 12th May, prospective second interview date 18th May.

The Community Fundraising Coordinator plays a pivotal role in bringing communities together to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people affected by cancer. By supporting and inspiring community supporters, you will help turn compassion ino action and action into vital income that funds life-changing care and research. Through buidling strong relationships, delivering exceptional supporter experiences, and driving engagement, you will grow participation and income, ensuring every fundraising effort contributes to better outcome for patients and their families.

Job Title:Community Fundraiser

Salary: £18,000 per annum (pro-rata of full time equivalent £30,000)

Team: Supporter Engagement

Hours: Part Time, 22.5

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Hybrid - SSH / WFH, TW12 3RA

About Shooting Star Children’s Hospices

Do you want to develop your fundraising career in community fundraising and create a lasting impact for families now and in the future?

We have an exciting opportunity for a Community Fundraiser to join our team at Shooting Star Children’s Hospices.

Shooting Star Children’s Hospices provides specialist care and support to families who have a baby, child or young person with a life-limiting condition, or who have been bereaved. Rated ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission, we support families across Surrey, north-west London and south-west London from diagnosis to end of life and throughout bereavement with a range of nursing, practical, emotional and medical care.

At the heart of what we do are our dedicated staff; their exceptional commitment and professionalism means every family has the opportunity to make every moment count.

It’s a great time to join Shooting Star Children’s Hospices as we have exciting plans for expansion and further enhancing our services to support even more families in need. If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a team dedicated to raising vital funds and awareness in the community, we’d love to hear from you.

About the role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Community Fundraiser to join our Community Fundraising team. Community is at the heart of Shooting Star Children’s Hospices, and our community fundraising team play a vital role in building relationships and raising funds across our community and catchment. As a Community Fundraiser you will enjoy working with people and supporting the community to maximise, they’re fundraising efforts for Shooting Star.

Shooting Star Children’s Hospices is a leading children’s hospice charity caring for babies, children and young people with life-limiting conditions, and their families. We support families across Surrey and London from diagnosis to end of life and throughout bereavement with a range of nursing, practical, emotional and medical care.

As a key member of our Community Fundraising team, you will work closely with the Senior Public Fundraising Manager and Head of Supporter Engagement on new and existing fundraising activities, helping to maintain and develop existing relationships and work proactively to identify new contacts and opportunities for development. 

About you

This role requires experience in fundraising or relevant transferable skills gained from a comparable role. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team within a charity that makes a meaningful impact across our communities. We welcome applications from candidates with experience in fundraising, marketing or sales, as well as those who can demonstrate strong relationship management skills gained in other roles.

With strong customer service and administration skills, you will have the ability to work independently, while collaborating effectively as part of the wider fundraising team, to support the growth and success of our income.

This role involves attending events and meetings throughout the catchment area, some of which take place during evenings, early mornings or weekends. Any additional hours worked will be recognised through time off in lieu where appropriate, and reasonable travel expenses will be approved in line with our expenses policy.

While the post is based at our Hampton hospice, the role involves travelling regularly across Shooting Star Children’s Hospices’ catchment area, so a full UK driving licence and access to a car are essential.

Please see the attached job description for more information about this opportunity at Shooting Star Children’s Hospices.

What we offer

In return you will receive a competitive salary along with a range of benefits, which include:

Pension scheme

• NHS Pension Scheme (for eligible employees) or our stakeholder pension scheme, with up to 7% employer contributions

Annual leave

• 27 days plus Bank Holidays rising with length of service
• 2 weeks paid sabbatical leave after 5, 10 and 15 years’ service

Contractual benefits

• Generous sick pay scheme
• Enhanced maternity, adoption, and paternity leave pay
• Flexible working arrangements
• Death in service benefits
• Reimbursed professional membership fees
• Eye care
• Employee referral scheme
• Blue Light discount card

Health and wellbeing

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational Health
• Mindfulness sessions
• Mental Health First Aiders

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Also, we are committed to equal opportunities and consider all applicants to be in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Employment is subject to receipt of satisfactory references and a DBS check.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

Shooting Star Children’s Hospices is committed to inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that getting things right is critical for us to live our organisation’s values: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Excellence.

We are always trying to improve our way of working to be more inclusive and equal. Our vision is for Shooting Star Children’s Hospices to be a place where people of all backgrounds, groups and communities feel welcomed to work and volunteer.

Please contact Laura McCaul if you have any questions about this role.

Closing Date: 29/04/2026

New Forest Disability Information Service provides a range of information, advice and practical support services to people affected by disability across the New Forest and surrounding areas.

Our team currently comprises: CEO, Operations Manager, 6 Welfare Advisors, Administrator and circa 20 Volunteers who staff our shop and provide first line information and support. All paid staff are part time.

In looking to a more secure and sustainable future, these roles are now being complemented by a marketing manager and this fundraising post.

With the exception of proceeds from our shop, our work is entirely supported by grants and service contracts.

Current significant grant funders are:

· National Lottery Community Fund

· Access to Justice Foundation

· Lloyds Foundation

We also have a rolling annual service level agreement with New Forest District Council for the provision of specific services.

Despite not having a dedicated fundraising function, we have a positive track record of securing such funding and have strong foundations on which to build.

In order to sustain and develop our service offer, we now need to adopt a focused approach to fundraising to both maintain effective relationships with existing funders and to diversify our income streams.

With the support of Lloyds Foundation we have recently benefitted from the contribution of a fundraising consultant. This has included an analysis of our position/needs and the production of a fundraising strategy. It has also included the provision of various tools and templates including an Excel-based CRM should this be required.

With room for some amendment from the successful candidate, this strategy needs to be converted into a SMART work plan and be implemented.

Priority tasks for the first six months would include:

· Engaging with our consultant to finalise the strategy

· Producing a work plan

· Create and secure agreement re our ‘case for support’

· Identify prospect Trusts and Foundations

· Write and submit a volume of applications to be agreed with the CEO

Our broad performance expectations are to secure a 2:1 return on investment in year one rising to a minimum 4:1 return by end of year three.

We anticipate this being a two or three day/week role and are open to discussion as to this being a freelance or employed position.

The Talent Set are delighted to partner with a fantastic charity on a Community Fundraiser role covering the East region. This position offers a unique opportunity to play a meaningful part in community engagement and support to improve lives through charitable initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement local fundraising strategies to meet organisational targets.
• Cultivate relationships with community groups, local businesses, and volunteers to maximise engagement.
• Organise and lead fundraising activities, events, and campaigns within the east region.
• Effectively communicate the charity’s mission and impact to diverse audiences.
• Track and report on fundraising activities and outcomes.
• Identify new funding opportunities and build partnerships to expand the organisation’s reach.
• Ensure compliance with relevant fundraising regulations and organisation policies.

Person Specification

• Proven experience in community fundraising or a related role.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to organise and coordinate multiple projects independently.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Motivated and adaptable, able to work effectively with diverse groups.
• Knowledge of fundraising best practices and ethical standards.
• A positive attitude towards community engagement and charity work.

What’s on Offer
Salary: £32,000 per annum
Mainly home based with travel in the region and occasional in person team meetings

How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.

Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate and driven team where your work will make a real and measurable impact. In this role you’ll play a key part in making a measurable difference, building strong relationships, and contributing to the organisation’s wider goals.

You’ll be trusted to take ownership of your work, collaborate with a range of audiences and bring fresh ideas that help us grow and improve. We’re looking for someone who is motivated, value‑driven and eager to develop their skills in a supportive, forward‑thinking environment where initiative is encouraged and success is celebrated.

Key Responsibilities:

Community Fundraising & Income Generation

• Proactively develop, manage and grow a portfolio of community supporters, groups, schools, businesses and individuals across the London region
• Work with the Senior Community Fundraising Manager to identify and pursue new fundraising opportunities, taking a creative and proactive approach to growing income and engagement
• Support and motivate fundraisers to achieve their goals, providing excellent stewardship and a positive supporter experience
• Work towards agreed income and activity targets, monitoring progress and adapting plans as needed

Relationship Building & Engagement

• Build strong, long-term relationships with new and existing supporters, acting as a passionate ambassador for the charity
• Develop trusted relationships with our families, support them with their fundraising, and signpost them to other ways they can support the charity
• Build strong, effective working relationships with House teams across London, working closely together to ensure families’ best interests are at the heart of what we do and to maximise opportunities for income and engagement
• Build effective working relationships with the House teams across London
• Represent Ronald McDonald House Charities UK at events, meetings and fundraising activities across London, delivering presentations and ensuring we maximise PR opportunities
• Deliver clear, compelling messages about the charity’s impact, inspiring supporters to get involved

Working with others

• Interact with families supported by the charity in a sensitive, compassionate and appropriate manner, respecting confidentiality as needed
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across Engagement, Family Services, and other teams to maximise impact
• Contribute ideas, insight and learning to support continuous improvement across the Engagement Directorate

Planning, Events & Administration

• Manage budgets and resources effectively, ensuring fundraising activity is well planned and cost-effective
• Maintain accurate records on the CRM database, including supporter interactions, income and activity reporting
• Produce regular reports on activity, income and KPIs against targets

Person Specification:

Knowledge and Experience

• Demonstrable experience of achieving or exceeding six figure targets in a relationship‑led fundraising role
• Experience of working in a customer-facing, supporter-facing or community-facing role, building and managing positive relationships with a diverse range of people and groups
• Experience of developing and delivering plans and budgets, monitoring progress and reporting against objectives and financial targets
• Experience of using a database or CRM system to carry out day-to-day administrative and reporting duties
• Experience of organising events, campaigns or community activities
• Experience of working independently while contributing effectively as part of a wider team.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt messaging for different audiences
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the confidence to positively persuade, motivate and inspire a wide range of audiences and stakeholders
• Confident in setting up, attending and following up meetings to secure engagement and support
• Confident in creating and delivering presentations in a range of settings
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and confidence using a CRM database
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities within agreed budgets and timeframes
• Self-starter, with a can-do attitude and the ability to manage own workload
• A collaborative, kind and adaptable approach when working with colleagues, supporters, volunteers and families
• Able to interact with families in a sensitive, compassionate and appropriate manner, recognising the emotional context of their experiences
• Willingness and ability to work outside of normal working hour (evenings and weekends) travel across the wider UK as required

Working as a member of the Individual Giving team within the Income Generation and Marketing Directorate the post holder is responsible for working with the Individual Giving Manager to implement the individual giving strategy to grow income within this area.

This role leads on individual giving campaigns, appeals and in memory events, enabling families and loved ones to honour and celebrate those cared for by the hospice.  The postholder will build long-term relationships with donors, ensuring all interactions reflect the hospice’s values.

The role will support the generation of funds across east Suffolk and Great Yarmouth and Waveney..

Join us and you’ll become part of our team that cares about the work they do and the people they work with to make a difference for local people. 

St Elizabeth Hospice is committed to safeguarding and protecting the adults and young people that we work with and has a zero-tolerance approach to abuse, neglect and discrimination of any person. As such, all posts are subject to a rigorous safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We have a range of robust safeguarding policies in place which promote safeguarding across the hospice and staff are expected to undertake regular, mandatory safeguarding training to equip them with the knowledge and skills to identify and respond to potential risks.

St Elizabeth Hospice is an independent charity and hospice, which improves life for people in the East Suffolk, Great Yarmouth and Waveney areas living with a progressive or life-limiting illness.

Established in 1989, the hospice has built a reputation for delivering high-level care to patients and the community it serves. Through medicine and therapy, they ease pain; give life purpose and make life liveable. Last year the charity supported over 4,000 patients and their families.

The hospice’s work is centred on the individual's needs and they provide specialist support wherever it is needed; whether that is in the home, another setting in the community, in hospital or in the hospice itself. Support is provided to patients and their families via the Inpatient Unit, the Community Care Unit  including outpatient’s clinics, home visits from the community nursing, medical or therapy team, the OneCall 24/7 telephone helpline and bereavement support.

In 2023, St Elizabeth Hospice merged with East Coast Hospice to form a collaborative approach to developing achievable and sustainable specialist palliative care services for people living the Great Yarmouth and Waveney area.

We have to generate over 70% of our funding ourselves and our Income generation team are key in helping us achieve this.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Catherine.Sheppard, Individual Giving Manager

Predominantly home-based with regular travel to locations across the UK
up to £45,000 per annum
Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week)

Office facilities are available at our Newark office at The Kiln, Waterside, Mather Road, Newark, NG24 1WT, for those within easy travelling distance. There is a requirement to attend in-person the monthly team meetings at the Newark office

Closing date for applications: 10th May 2026

First interview:  27th May 2026 (Online)

Second interview: 3rd June 2026 (Online)

About Us

The Wildlife Trusts are a grassroots movement of people from a wide range of backgrounds and all walks of life, who believe that we need nature and nature needs us. We have more than 945,000 members, over 33,000 volunteers, 4,100 staff and 600 trustees. There are 46 individual Wildlife Trusts, each of which is a place-based independent charity with its own legal identity, formed by groups of people getting together and working with others to make a positive difference to wildlife and future generations, starting where they live and work.

Every Wildlife Trust is part of The Wildlife Trusts federation and a corporate member of the Royal Society of Wildlife Trusts, a registered charity in its own right founded in 1912 and one of the founding members of IUCN – the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. Taken together this federation of 47 charities is known as The Wildlife Trusts.

The next few years will be critical in determining what kind of world we all live in. We need to urgently reverse the loss of wildlife and put nature into recovery at scale if we are to prevent climate and ecological disaster. We recognise that this will require big, bold changes in the way The Wildlife Trusts work, not least in how we mobilise others and support them to organise within their own communities.

About You

This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in securing transformational support for nature in the UK and beyond. Working with senior leaders to build and steward high-value donor relationships, we are seeking an experienced and ambitious Major Gifts Fundraiser with exceptional relationship-building, communication and storytelling skills, and a commitment to inspiring philanthropic support for nature’s recovery.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute not only to income growth but also to strengthen major donor fundraising across The Wildlife Trusts.

We are looking for an exceptional Major Gifts Fundraiser to join one of the UK’s most cherished nature charities at a pivotal moment for nature’s recovery.

In this influential role, you will be instrumental in expanding our network of high-net-worth supporters. Working closely with our Head of Major Donor Fundraising, Chief Executive, Senior Leadership Team and our Wildlife Trust colleagues, you will focus on identifying and cultivating meaningful, long-term relationships, that delivers transformational support for nature’s recovery in the UK.

You will be a confident, compelling communicator, and engaging Major Gifts Fundraiser, with the ability to express The Wildlife Trusts’ case for support in tackling the nature and climate emergencies, both through our work on nature’s restoration on the ground to driving change through policy, influencing and campaigning. You will be highly experienced in inspiring donors by connecting their values with our mission to tackle the climate and nature emergencies.

We are looking for an experienced Major Gifts Fundraiser with a track record of securing significant restricted and unrestricted income. You will be skilled at initiating and developing mutually beneficial relationships, motivated by ambitious targets and driven by the opportunity to make a genuine difference for nature.

The Wildlife Trusts value passion, respect, trust, integrity, pragmatic activism and strength in diversity. Whilst we are passionate in promoting our aims, we are not judgmental and are inclusive. We particularly encourage applications from people who are underrepresented within our sector, including people from minority backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are committed to creating a movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities.

RSWT take our Safeguarding responsibilities extremely seriously. Please click here to read our commitment statement. The Royal Society of Wildlife Trusts is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. For applicable roles, applicants must be willing to undergo checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service checks at the eligible level.

RSWT are committed to increasing the diversity of its staff through its Levelling the Field recruitment pledge and, as a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming recruitment experience for all applicants. Applicants with disabilities and from ethnic minority backgrounds, will be considered for the next stage of the selection process should they meet all the minimum criteria for the role outlined in the person specification detailed as essential criteria in the recruitment pack. As part of our Disability Confident Scheme, RSWT offers an interview to a fair and proportionate number of applicants with disabilities and therefore not all applicants with disabilities would be entitled to an interview as they must still satisfy the minimum requirements for the job. This commitment is designed to help reduce barriers and promote equal opportunity. We actively work to remove barriers throughout the recruitment journey and are dedicated to creating an accessible and supportive recruitment experience by offering reasonable adjustments at every stage of the recruitment process, as well as within the workplace. If you would benefit from any adjustments to support you during your application or interview process, please let us know and we will be pleased to put the appropriate support in place.

At RSWT, we are committed to creating a safe environment where discrimination, bullying, and harassment are not tolerated. We expect everyone to uphold, respect, and support our zero-tolerance policy. Please be aware we may not accept applications if we have reason to believe they have been wholly produced using generative AI tools.

The Talent Set are delighted to partner with a fantastic charity on a Community Fundraiser role covering the South region. This position offers a unique opportunity to play a meaningful part in community engagement and support to improve lives through charitable initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement local fundraising strategies to meet organisational targets.
• Cultivate relationships with community groups, local businesses, and volunteers to maximise engagement.
• Organise and lead fundraising activities, events, and campaigns within the east region.
• Effectively communicate the charity’s mission and impact to diverse audiences.
• Track and report on fundraising activities and outcomes.
• Identify new funding opportunities and build partnerships to expand the organisation’s reach.
• Ensure compliance with relevant fundraising regulations and organisation policies.

Person Specification

• Proven experience in community fundraising or a related role.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to organise and coordinate multiple projects independently.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Motivated and adaptable, able to work effectively with diverse groups.
• Knowledge of fundraising best practices and ethical standards.
• A positive attitude towards community engagement and charity work.

What’s on Offer
Salary: £32,000 per annum
Mainly home based with travel in the region and occasional in person team meetings

How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.

Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.

Community and Events Fundraiser
Hours: 30 hours per week
Salary: £29,003.00 - £31,214.00 per annum (pro-rata) - salary dependent on skills, experience and knowledge
Contract: 9 - 12 Months Fixed Term/Temp Contract
Base: Osney Mead, Oxford OX2. Frequent travel within Oxfordshire and Berkshire will be required. Some home working possible.

Who we are, and what we do

We’re Oxfordshire Mind, the mental health charity, operating across Oxfordshire and Berkshire West.

Our passionate employees and dedicated volunteers are helping people with mental health issues find somewhere to turn for advice, information, and support.

We won’t give up until everyone experiencing a mental health issue gets both support and respect.

Like all local Minds, we are an independent charity that is proud to be affiliated with the national Mind association.

About the Role and the Team

The Development Team generates funds to enable everyone experiencing a mental health issue to get both support and respect. We fundraise from corporates, major donors, trusts, events and in the community as well as providing paid-for workplace wellbeing training and consultancy services. We thrive on delivering an excellent experience for all our clients and supporters to build a valued community.

This role will provide support to existing supporters and proactively expand community and event fundraising initiatives through groups, organisations, individuals, community-based events and 3rd party sporting events.

The post-holder is responsible for building relationships with community-based groups, individuals and event participants to ensure they reach their fundraising potential/target for the charity, whilst being an excellent ambassador for the organisation.

The post-holder will provide a physical presence at events, meetings and engagement opportunities.

This is an income generating role, but it is also about connecting with our supporters and creating long-term relationships for the future

About You

We are currently looking to recruit a Community and Events Fundraiser and would really welcome applications for it.

We would really like to know how your skills and experience match our requirements.  If you feel they do, please tell us how you meet the below requirements:

• Awareness and compassion to the needs of people living with mental and emotional health problems
• Awareness or knowledge of fundraising and charity income, or similar knowledge of managing numerical data.
• Experience in account management, business development or similar roles involving relationship building and/or sales
• Experience of working with varied groups and demographics
• Experience of delivering against targets (e.g. sales, engagement or other data).
• A track record of building and tracking a customer journey/ relationships
• Experience of providing support at public events for fundraising
• Ability to travel extensively throughout Oxfordshire and Berkshire
• Strong relationship building skills including tailoring your approach to different audiences
• Good computer skills, including the use of Microsoft Office, Excel, CRM databases and social media platforms.
• Excellent communication skills; verbal and written with an ability to present an appropriate and persuasive case for support
• Ability to work independently seeking advice and support when appropriate
• This role involves out of hours working and a willingness to work flexibly is required
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work on a number of varied projects at once, with the ability to prioritise.
• Knowledge/Understanding of our values

Closing date: Monday 11 May 2026
Shortlisting date: 14 & 15 May 2026
Interview date: 18 & 19 May 2026
Interview location: In Person - Osney Mead, 2 Kings Meadow, Osney Mead, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 0DP

Interested?

For more information and to complete your application, please click the 'Apply on Company website' button. You will be taken to the next stage where you can find out more information, download the full job description and complete your application by following the instructions (you may need to scroll down).

Please ensure that you match your skills and experience against the above and provide details and evidence of this in your application. If you don't provide this you may not be shortlisted for the role.

We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief. We are unable to provide sponsorship for visa applications.

Oxfordshire Mind is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.  We therefore require a Disclosure and Barring Service check, for all our roles. The level of which will vary depending on the nature of the role.

No agencies please.

Senior Corporate Fundraiser

Location: Hybrid

Salary: FTE £29,000 to £32,000 (£15.93 to £17.58 per hour)

Role Status: 28 (part-time) to 35 (full-time) hours per week

Closing Date: 27 April 2026

Location: Minimum of 2 days per week from our office in Stroud, Gloucestershire. (Fully remote may be considered; must be UK based).

We are looking for a Senior Corporate Fundraiser to become an integral part of the Meningitis Now corporate fundraising team, as we build upon our longstanding, dedicated supporter base with exciting new partnerships and tremendous potential for growth.

You will provide expert stewardship of our current portfolio of corporate supporters and deliver new fundraising activities and campaigns that will inspire their employees to fundraise. These relationships will develop further by securing new support through sponsorship, company donations, payroll giving and referrals to new partnership prospects within their network.

You will work with the Corporate Fundraising Manager to identify, secure and launch new partnerships for the charity and work together to grow income from corporate fundraising incrementally over the coming years.

This role sits within Meningitis Now’s Partnerships Team, currently a team of four, which is responsible for raising sustainable income from trusts, grants, corporate partnerships and key supporters.

About the Job

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively as part of the Partnerships Team, to deliver the annual corporate fundraising plan and income target of £224,420 in 2026/27.
• Account management to develop positive relationships with all corporate supporters with the aim of achieving long-term and sustainable support. This will include written communications, telephone conversations, face-to-face meetings and attendance at events.
• Work closely with the Corporate Fundraising Manager to develop new, creative and engaging opportunities for companies to support Meningitis Now.
• Support the fundraising team in the promotion of our events and corporate sponsorship opportunities.
• Deliver excellent stewardship to inspire supporters to take part in events and, where opportunities exist, cultivate longer-term corporate partnerships.
• Create compelling donor communications and ensure that impact reports are compiled to a high standard.
• Proactively follow up on incoming enquiries from companies who have expressed an interest in supporting the charity.
• Ensure all donations received from corporate supporters are thanked in a timely and engaging manner.
• Support the Corporate Fundraising Manager by contributing to high quality partnership applications and pitch presentations.
• Attend networking and supporter events, as a key representative and spokesperson for the charity.
• Utilise LinkedIn to identify and cultivate new connections for the charity and build upon relationships with existing supporters.
• Develop positive relationships internally across the charity, particularly where corporate supporters are involved in challenge events, mentoring programmes or providing pro-bono support.
• Keep accurate records and our database (Salesforce) up to date with all supporter communications.
• Ensure all data protection and compliance requirements are consistently upheld.
• Champion the Fundraising Regulator’s Codes of Practice.

What We're Looking For

Essential Selection Criteria:

• Relationship fundraising experience (paid or voluntary).
• Partnership working or account management.
• Strong written communication skills, including producing high quality materials.
• Confident presenting and speaking in public.
• Experience of communicating with a wide range of stakeholders, at all levels.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and motivate supporters.
• Excellent networking skills and the ability to build rapport quickly.
• Be an effective team player.
• Strong numeracy skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Creative approach to developing and inspiring new fundraising ideas.
• Self motivated with the ability to work independently and proactively.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Empathy and sensitivity when supporting individuals affected by meningitis.
• Strong administrative skills and confident use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience using CRM databases, preferably Salesforce.

Desirable Selection Criteria:

• Fundraising qualification (e.g. CIoF or equivalent).
• Knowledge of corporate fundraising principles and best practice.
• Member of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising.
• Experience coordinating or supporting fundraising events.
• Experience working with volunteers.
• Understanding of data protection requirements within charities.
• Knowledge or experience of using AI.
• Knowledge and experience of using Canva to design materials.

Ready to Apply?

Please apply by completing the application form on our HR system – you will be redirected on clicking apply.

Please note that due to using an anonymised recruitment process, only responses to the application questions will be used for shortlisting. If you choose to upload a CV or covering letter, this information won't be seen until after shortlisting has been completed.

Closing date for applications: Monday, 27 April 2026 at 10am*

Interviews: Tuesday, 5 May and Thursday, 7 May 2026

*Note: Meningitis Now reserve the right to close this advert early or extend it depending on the number of sufficient applications received. If you are interested, please apply as soon as possible.

We are looking for a Regional Fundraiser to deliver locally tailored activity, building and maintaining strong relationships with supporters, community groups, businesses and volunteers to grow income and engagement.

This is a Hybrid role with 3 days a week in the South Cheltenham.

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
Company pension scheme
27 days holiday - rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Enhanced 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 colleagues, contributing to planning, delivery and mitigation across key income streams.

Work with national leads (corporate, in memory, events, legacies) and Regional Fundraising leads (major donors, volunteer-led).

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
Experience of successfully delivering activity in line with fundraising strategy.

Experience of delivering net income, ideally from income streams including corporate, in memory, events (third-party and staff led) high value (5k+), community groups and volunteer-led activity.

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.

Driving licence preferable.

IMPORTANT NOTE

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.

About the Role

You will champion and role model collaboration, compassion and trust in all internal and external relationships. You will lead the development of individual and principle giving income streams to increase the number and value of gifts from trusts and foundations, major donors, regular givers, direct mail appeals and gifts in memory and wills.

To succeed in this role, you will:

• Have strong understanding of philanthropy, donor motivations and high value fundraising principles
• Have strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence engaging supporters at all levels
• Have demonstrable success in meeting or exceeding income targets
• Be competent in MS Office applications and CRM database usage
• Have excellent written communication skills, with the ability to produce compelling cases for support
• Have experience of managing or supervising staff and/or volunteers and have effective people management and coaching skills
• Have a positive professional approach and image when representing the Hospice, alongside personal drive and resilience
• Be willing and able to independently travel to external meetings and events

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

In our most recent staff survey:

• All of our staff felt they make a real difference and are proud to work for the Hospice
• 97% of employees said they enjoy working with our team

Benefits include:

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Enhanced sick pay and contributory pension scheme
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements (where appropriate)
• Staff wellbeing support, including Employee Assistance Programme
• Eligibility for Blue Light Card discounts
• Discounted on-site meals during working hours (at the Hospice only)
• Discounted local gym memberships
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Annual salary review

For more information or an informal chat about the role, please contact Adrian Greenwood, Fundraising Manager.

Closing date: Sunday 10th May at 11:59pm

We are conducting interviews throughout the listing and may close applications early.

Please note: any job offer will be conditional upon a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and providing Right to Work in the UK and 2 references.