Wildlife trust charity fundraiser jobs
This role is for you if you are self-motivated and driven to ensure that targets are hit and projects are delivered to the highest possible standards.
Closing date is 9am on Wednesday 3rd December 2025.
If you would like an informal discussion about this opportunity or have any specific questions, you can arrange a call with Sarah Rutherford, please see the jobs section on our website for details.
Please see our recruitment pack on our website for more information and on how to apply.
Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, either at application or interview, please contact us.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced, dynamic relationship fundraiser to lead a step-change in major donor giving at the Trust.
This role is for you if you are self-motivated and driven to ensure that targets are hit and projects are delivered to the highest possible standards.
You will have demonstrable experience of securing and managing 5-figure+ gifts from donors and be a sophisticated communicator with a collaborative approach and the confidence to build relationships with and inspire colleagues, Trustees and donors.
About the Trust
Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust is a local conservation charity working to protect wildlife and help people connect with nature. With a team of volunteers we care for wild places so that nature has a place to thrive. We help people experience the wildlife on their doorsteps and to take steps to protect it.
We believe that wildlife should have space to thrive alongside our everyday lives and that everyone benefits from having access to nature.
Our head office is based in the attractive setting of Verulamium Park on the outskirts of St Albans. Our staff team are enthusiastic, friendly and committed to wildlife conservation and exemplifies our values of professionalism, valuing contributions by others and continuing to improve.
How do we support you?
The Trust strives to be a positive employer supporting our staff through flexible and hybrid working, and training and development. We recognise the importance of our staff team and looking after their health and wellbeing. Our values and expected behaviours reflect the culture which the Trust seeks to maintain to ensure productive, efficient, effective and pleasant workplaces and roles.
In support of this, we offer an excellent benefits package, ranging from office perks, generous leave entitlements and financial benefits. You can find out more on our website.
As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health of all our staff.
Registered Charity 
21 - 50
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
JOB OPPORTUNITY
Sessional Farm Education Assistant
Based at Oasis Southampton City Farm, Green Lane, Southampton SO16 9FQ
Hours: Flexible
Contract: Sessional
Hourly Rate: £12.73 per hour
Oasis Southampton City Farm is a community focused registered charity working in Southampton. We provide a range of supportive, wellbeing boosting, and nature-based activities for our communities, which include young people and adult learners with disabilities.
We are looking for sessional farm assistants who will support the Farm Lead in delivering the vision for the farm by supporting the delivery of the farm’s variety of activities, including:
· To deliver youth activities on the farm, supporting young people to help care for the animals
· To deliver birthday parties on weekends to groups of up to 30,
· To deliver animal experiences, giving families the opportunity to meet and greet our rescued and rehomed animals
· To support our adult day service with caring for our animals
· To support with the animal cleaning and feeding rota, alongside groups or individuals.
· To support with the running of our café, which runs on the weekends. Working alongside our youth volunteers to serve refreshments and food.
The successful applicant will need to demonstrate:
· Relevant qualifications and experience in animal management/public sector
· Relevant qualifications and experience in youth work, teaching, or community based projects
· The flexibility to work across the week, including some weekends.
· Excellent verbal communication skills
· Proven ability to work alongside others in projects that work with the public.
· Punctuality, reliability, and honesty.
· Ability to always evidence the Oasis ethos and values.
This is a unique opportunity for a friendly, hardworking and driven individual, who is looking to make a difference in a growing and community focused field of work. In return we offer:
· Flexible working practices which encourage innovation and fresh ideas.
· A supportive network and friendly team in a motivating working environment.
If you are interested, please send your CV and Supporting Statement In your supporting statement please address these questions:
1. Expand on your CV to explain how your skills and experience meets the Job Description. Give specific examples.
2. What personal attributes does a person need to do well in this role?
3. How do you see the Oasis ethos and 9 Habits being displayed in this role?
Applications will be looked at on a rolling basis with an invite to interview and a trial session.
We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups. If you require any assistance to overcome potential barriers, please let us know.
Applicants must be able to prove their right to work in the UK. Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.
Oasis supports Equal Opportunities. Registered Charity No. 1163889
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.