Community Fundraiser Jobs
Head of Relationship Fundraising
Are you a senior level fundraising professional with a proven track record of exceeding targets? Are you looking for a leadership role where you can drive impactful fundraising strategies and make a real difference? Join Prospect Hospice as our Head of Relationship Fundraising and help us support our community through delivering exceptional end-of-life care.
With a new five-year strategy underway, this is an exciting time to join us. We’re investing in our fundraising team to ensure we meet our ambitious growth targets.
Hours: 30 to 37.5 hours per week (Flexible working options, minimum 2 days per week in the office)
What is the role?
As Head of Relationship Fundraising, you’ll lead a passionate team responsible for philanthropy, corporate partnerships, community fundraising, and delivering flagship events like the Starlight Walk, Run the Rainbow, and Light Up a Life. You’ll develop innovative strategies to grow our income, build meaningful relationships with donors, and deliver a world-class supporter experience.
This role is key to helping us raise over £1 million annually and to ensuring Prospect Hospice can continue providing compassionate care to those in need.
At Prospect Hospice, we pride ourselves on being a great place to work. Our team culture is supportive, inclusive, and focused on continuous learning and innovation. You’ll be joining a charity that values diversity of thought and perspective, fosters a culture of respect, and encourages collaboration across all levels.
The role has a requirement to work occasional evenings and weekends to support events.
About you:
We want to hear from you if you have:
- Extensive Fundraising experience, skills and knowledge in securing high value donations, with first hand successes in at least two of the Relationship Fundraising streams
- A proven ability to create and execute effective fundraising strategies, plans and budgets to grow income and impact
- Exceptional leadership skills to inspire and develop a high-performing team
- Proven track record of delivering income against specified targets
- Strong communication, relationship-building and stewardship skills to engage donors and stakeholders
- Ability to influence and negotiate with ease
Please see the job description for full details and person specification.
Due to the nature of this role a full UK driving license and access to a vehicle is also required.
We offer a great range of benefits, including:
- 27 days annual leave entitlement (plus bank holidays)
- Generous contributory pension scheme and life assurance
- Discounts with local retailers, gyms and service providers including Blue Light Discount Card
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Family-friendly policies and practice
- Supportive induction, and training and development
- Free parking on-site
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role and why you’d like to work with us.
Equality & Diversity
Prospect Hospice is committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive working environment. We recognise that promoting diversity and eliminating discrimination in our workplace will bring benefits for our people, our business and the communities we serve.
We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, offending background, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
If you are looking for a new challenge in a friendly, caring and ambitious charity, then Head of Charity at Oxford Health Charity (OHC) may be the role for you.
We are seeking a dynamic leader who will drive the strategic leadership and delivery of all OHC functions and lead Volunteering Services across the Trust. A key focus will be leading on major gift fundraising and major donor relations through an ambitious and sustainable fundraising strategy.
You'll lead our charity team, overseeing all operations and ensuring delivery of strategic and operational plans. Your financial oversight will ensure resources are managed effectively, and you will be responsible for producing the charity’s Annual Report and Accounts, ensuring transparency and accountability.
Leading on major gifts fundraising, building relationships with major donors, trusts, foundations, and corporate partners, you’ll develop a strong pipeline of major donors securing gifts of £5,000 and above while promoting legacy giving and corporate partnerships.
We are seeking an experienced charity leader with a strong background in fundraising, a proven track record in securing high-value gifts and developing donor relationships. Strong leadership skills, strategic thinking, and experience managing complex budgets are essential.
If you’re ready to lead with purpose and compassion and make a lasting difference to our patients, staff and community, we would love to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
This is a rare opportunity to make a tangible impact by securing philanthropic support to enhance patient care and staff wellbeing. Main duties of this role include:
- Develop and implement a charity strategy for OHC and other relevant supporting strategies in collaboration with the Board
- With the Executive Director of Corporate Affairs, provide vision and leadership for the charity setting the overall vision and strategic direction, ensuring alignment with its mission and values
- Take ownership and lead on major gifts fundraising including solicitation and stewardship plans to establish a portfolio of major donors and prospects to include High Net Worth Individuals, Trusts & Foundations and corporates. A specific focus is on securing donations in excess of £5,000 from major donors by initiating, promoting legacy giving and developing long term relationships between supporters, prospective supporters and Oxford Health Trust/Charity
- Ensure appropriate governance is in place for reporting to the Charity Committee and the Charity Board on the charity’s activities.
- Lead, manage and support the Charity Team, empowering them to develop and deliver to the highest level.
- Developing and implementing volunteer roles across the organisation in line with the Volunteer Strategy and organisational strategy and ensuring that appropriate systems and processes are in place for the management of volunteers.
Providing funds which enhance the experience of patients, carers, families and staff receiving support across Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We have some big fundraising plans, and as we look towards a major appeal later this year, we are growing our fundraising team. Our Philanthropy Fundraiser will focus on corporate, major donor and regular givers, ensuring we maintain great relationships with all these groups, as well as bringing new supporters on board. While we are fortunate to have a strong base of support, we know there is huge potential for developing our support, particularly in Telford and Mid Wales.
Working as part of a small but highly effective fundraising team, the successful candidate will be motivated to work towards challenging income targets, confident in pitching and presenting, and committed to making a real difference to lives affected by cancer in our community.
If you have great communication skills, an appetite for fundraising and/or business development, and want to work in a dynamic team doing genuinely impactful work, we would love to hear from you.
To apply please submit your CV, along with a covering letter (no more than two pages) telling us:
- Why you would like to work for Lingen Davies
- How your experience and skills make you the best candidate for the role (referring to the Person Specification)
- What are the key opportunities and challenges you think you would encounter in the role
We exist to enhance cancer services and improve lives in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin, and Mid Wales.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Age UK Sutton is a local, independent charity with a mission to make Sutton a more Age Friendly Place. We deliver a mixture of services for those 50+, their families and carers, run a social enterprise and are involved in local influencing and strategy. Age UK Sutton makes a difference to the lives of older people and enables the older population of Sutton to live independent and fulfilling later lives.
We are looking for an experienced Community Fundraiser, to be responsible for wider community income generation projects as well as lead on the marketing function within Age UK Sutton. This is an exciting new role within our organisation and an opportunity to help shape the future of a key local charity.
Age UK Sutton are looking for a proactive, motivated and enthusiastic individual who:
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Can develop and deliver fundraising and marketing strategies to support our Business Plan;
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Identifies opportunities to generate new income streams; and
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Builds a strong, effective profile for Age UK Sutton.
You will work alongside a supportive, committed and passionate staff team. Training and development opportunities are available to all staff.
Full details about the role, including a person specification, can be found within the job pack. Once you hit apply, you will be able to download and view the job pack. We encourage applicants to contact us for an informal chat to discuss the opportunity and working at Age UK Sutton.
To apply, please submit a CV and supporting statement. We expect candidates to address the experience, skills and knowledge sections of the person specification, found within the job pack, within their statement.
This is a fixed-term contract for 2 years with potential for extension.
Closing date for applications: Sunday 20th April
To apply, please submit a CV and supporting statement. We expect candidates to address the experience, skills and knowledge sections of the person specification, found within the job pack, within their statement.
Our Mission is to make Sutton a more Age Friendly place.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We have some big fundraising plans, and as we look towards a major appeal later this year, we are growing our fundraising team.
Our Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser will be able to write compelling cases for support, bringing in funding from a range of charitable trusts to support delivery of our programmes, directly supporting people living with cancer in our region. They will be detail focussed, able to engage suitable funders and work effectively with colleagues to identify opportunities to attract support.
Working as part of a small but highly effective fundraising team, the successful candidate will have highly developed writing skills, be motivated to work towards challenging income targets, and be committed to making a real difference to lives affected by cancer in our community.
It is an exciting time to be joining our fundraising team, and if you are up for a challenge and want to help us achieve amazing things for our community, please get in touch.
We exist to enhance cancer services and improve lives in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin, and Mid Wales.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Jacari's vision is a society where children and young people from all backgrounds are able to fulfil their potential. We provide free English language support to children and young people from refugee, asylum-seeking and migrant communities in Bristol and Oxford. We do this through our volunteer tutors, most of whom are university students or 6th-former ‘peer tutors’. We are looking for a dynamic, motivated individual who can work as the sole fundraising staff member in our small, friendly team.
Annual leave entitlement: 27 days, plus 8 bank holidays pro rata. Plus a day off for your birthday.
Location: Remote, with option of occasional use of our Bristol or Oxford office. (Regular use of our office is negotiable.) Some travel may also be required for occasional networking, fundraising, or team events (travel expenses covered).
More details: Job description, person specification and application form available on our website.
How to apply: Application form available on our website. We are unable to accept CVs or covering letters.
Closing date: Monday 14th April, 8:00 am
Overview:
Jacari is at a key stage of its growth and is looking for a fundraiser who can help us find new sources of income and funding opportunities, reducing our reliance on trust and foundation grants. We particularly want someone who can help us to identify new major donor prospects and grow our income from regular and individual giving. We have a strong supporter-base of former volunteers and members, who were involved as far back as the 1950s.
The role will also involve identifying and building relationships with trusts and foundations to support our work, writing funding proposals and applications, and reporting to funders on the impact of their support.
This is a busy and varied role which often involves working on multiple fundraising activities at once. A typical day could include working on an application to a new funder, designing a supporter newsletter, gathering information for an end of grant report, and researching new prospects.
This job is for you if you have:
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A track record of securing income through diverse fundraising streams, such as grants, corporate partnerships, or individual giving.
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Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage and communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders, including prospective donors - trusts, corporates and individuals.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to craft compelling proposals and make persuasive cases for support.
Full job description and person specification attached.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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ROLE PURPOSE
The Community and Events Fundraising Manager will be a vital member of the Mass Fundraising team, responsible for leading activity across Community and Events. They will be instrumental in driving the Community and Events team to achieve our income targets and grow Community & Events from £400,000 to £550,000 over the next five years and by 29/30.
This role will focus on identifying and nurturing impactful fundraising relationships, providing exceptional stewardship and delivering a calendar of community and events fundraising. The ideal candidate will be able to implement effective income growth strategies, particularly in working with local companies and in memory fundraisers. Working with the Mass Fundraising Officer, the postholder will be responsible for marketing our community and events programme to increase the number of people fundraising for St George’s Hospital Charity and ensure the community and events programme provides a positive ROI. They will have a confident knowledge of fundraising regulation and responsible data management to ensure community and events activity is delivered in line with best practice.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Planning & Delivery
- Develop and implement the community and events fundraising strategy in line with KPIs and budgets set out in the annual business plan and fundraising strategy.
- Lead on the day-to-day management of the community and events fundraising plan to increase net income and supporter numbers.
- Monitor community and events activities to ensure compliance with fundraising guidelines and promote best practice.
Fundraising Development
- Work with the Head of Mass Fundraising to develop the community and events portfolio, including the development of new products, with the aim to achieve significant and sustainable growth of unrestricted income.
- Identify and cultivate relationships in the local community to generate new income from audiences including schools, community groups, local corporates, and mid-high value individual fundraisers.
- Work closely with the communications team to effectively market community and challenge events fundraising to grow supporter numbers and income.
- Work closely with fundraising colleagues to ensure a collaborative approach to the delivery of excellent stewardship and new business development.
- Continually develop community and events supporter journeys to give our fundraisers a memorable and meaningful experience fundraising for St George’s Hospital Charity and encourage repeat fundraising.
- Attend events and activities to promote the work of the charity.
Financial Management
- Prepare, monitor and manage income and expenditure budgets and reforecasts.
- Prepare reports and evaluations of the community and events portfolio as required.
- Work with the Database Manager to effectively monitor key performance indicators for community and events activities, ensuring that targets are met and ROI maximised.
- Ensure that gift aid is maximised wherever possible.
People & Relationships
- Manage, motivate and develop the Mass Fundraising Officer.
- Manage office and events volunteers including maintaining a volunteer database.
- Build positive, collaborative relationships within the organisation, NHS Trust and wider community to support income generation.
Staff Management
Carry out all line management duties in line with organisational policy and procedure, including:
- Managing health and safety of staff
- Diversity and inclusion – encouraging an inclusive environment
- Recruiting and inducting good quality staff
- Motivating and supporting staff to achieve high performance, including conducting regular 121s and timely appraisals
- Proactively addressing performance, conduct or other employee relations issues.
Marketing & Communications
- Create engaging materials and content to inspire participation in fundraising activities, with a focus on crafting authentic, impactful supporter stories, and distribute this content effectively.
- Ensure Community and Events webpages are kept up to date and maximised to encourage sign ups.
Other Requirements
- This is not an exhaustive list of tasks. Duties may vary from time to time as determined by Charity needs.
- Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends as required for events
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We're looking for a Community Fundraising Officer to join our team at Oxford Health Charity (OHC) to play a key role in increasing support for our charity, which funds projects that enhance the experience of patients, carers and staff beyond the NHS budget. OHC provides funding for a number of projects beyond the Trust’s NHS budget. From inviting green spaces, to funding artists to work with patients, improving staff rest areas, and providing non-essential medical equipment to make patients more comfortable and much more!
Working closely with the Head of Charity, you'll maximise fundraising income through creative and sustainable strategies, ensuring excellent stewardship of fundraisers and supporters. You'll manage community fundraising events, explore new sponsorship opportunities, and build strong relationships with local groups and organisations across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Wiltshire.
You'll maintain accurate donor records using the Donorfy database and contribute to the smooth running of fundraising activities, ensuring compliance and cost-effectiveness. This role requires excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. A background in fundraising or customer care, along with strong IT skills, is essential.
If you are passionate about making a difference and growing support for a vital NHS charity, we would love to hear from you!
Providing funds which enhance the experience of patients, carers, families and staff receiving support across Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Trusts and Grants Fundraiser
Hope and Vision Communities is a young, small charity providing supported, move-on accommodation for people who have successfully completed residential rehabilitation.
Do you have experience of writing compelling grant applications?
We are looking for a Trust and Grants Fundraiser to help us grow our existing income and build a strong portfolio of funders for Hope and Vision Communities.
This could be done from our small office in Wargrave, at home, or a hybrid mix of both.
In return we will give you support to succeed, a great group of people to work with and the chance to make a real difference to the people we support.
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Trusts and Grants Fundraiser to join our team and lead efforts in securing funding from trusts, foundations, and grant-making bodies. As a vital member of our fundraising team, you will play a key role in sustaining and expanding our impactful community programs.
Key Responsibilities:
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Research and Identification:
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Conduct research to identify potential trust and grant funding opportunities.
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Maintain an up-to-date database of relevant trusts and foundations.
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Proposal Development:
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Prepare compelling and persuasive funding proposals and grant applications.
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Customise proposals to align with the priorities and requirements of different funders.
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Relationship Building:
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Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential funders.
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Communicate effectively with donors to provide updates on projects and impact.
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Grant Management:
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Oversee the administration and reporting requirements for awarded grants.
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Work closely with the CEO and finance to ensure compliance with grant terms.
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Networking and Representation:
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Represent the organisation at relevant networking events and conferences.
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Build a network of contacts within the funding community.
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Budgeting and Financial Acumen:
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Contribute to budget development for grant applications and proposals.
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Monitor and report on financial performance related to grants.
Qualifications and Skills:
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Proven experience in trusts and grants fundraising within the charity sector.
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Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
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Strong project management and organisational abilities.
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Familiarity with grant management processes and reporting requirements.
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Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
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Passion for community development, social impact, and positive change.
How to Apply:
Please apply on this platform. We are looking to recruit asap, and interview will take place as soon as we receive a matching application.
Hope and Vision Communities Charity is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Join our team and contribute to securing vital funding that empowers communities and brings positive change!
Hours: 0.4 FTE
Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 FTE equivalent (£16,800 - 21,000 pa pro-rata) or agreed daily rate
Please upload a CV and cover letter
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity raises funds for all ten hospitals in the University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW). We’ve been in partnership with UHBW for 50 years and we’re as passionate about our work now as we were when we began life in 1974. We’re here to bring moments of joy, comfort and hope to those who need it most; The millions of patients and their loved ones who pass through our hospital doors each year and 15,000 NHS staff who care for them.
So many of these people want to say thank you for the incredible care they receive. Whether that’s taking on a challenge, fundraising in memory, or spreading the word to their community group. That’s why we need you to take the reins of our Community Partnerships & Events Fundraising Officer role, while the current post-holder covers maternity leave in another role at the charity.
This is a varied role where one day you could be planning our Christmas concert and the next you’ll be cheering runners over the finish line of the Bristol Half Marathon. You’ll be ready to join our community of kindness and help our supporters give something back to our hospitals.
“I’m inspired every day by our amazing supporters. From weird and wacky challenges to incredibly moving stories – every day is different. If you want to join a supportive and creative team, playing your part in improving the health and happiness of patients and staff in our hospitals, then this role is for you.” – Liana, BWHC Community team.
We are a Disability Confident employer.
Closing date: midnight 6th April. We will be interviewing on a rolling basis so we urge you to submit your application as soon as possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us
The Guardian Foundation is an independent charity whose purpose is to promote global press freedom and access to liberal journalism. Our vision is a world where people have access to reliable information, from a diverse range of sources, strengthening their ability to hold power to account. In a rapidly changing media landscape where misinformation, censorship, and financial pressures threaten the future of journalism, our mission is more vital than ever.
We work directly with journalists, news organisations, audiences and educators, in schools and across communities to enable change in three priority areas:
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News & Media Literacy - enhancing people’s ability to evaluate news critically
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Voice & Agency - facilitating opportunities for inclusion in media
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Media Viability - fostering the capacity of liberal media to engage people with fact-based journalism
Our impact reaches across the UK and around the world, with partnerships spanning schools, NGOs, journalism networks, and media organisations. We are building a future where quality journalism is accessible to all, and where individuals are empowered to make informed decisions in an evolving digital world.
The opportunity
The Guardian Foundation are seeking a freelance fundraiser to to assist us with a number of fundraising tasks between now and January 2026. The Foundation benefits from a board and senior staff that have a number of strong relationships with possible donors (high net worth individual, foundation and corporate) but we have not had the dedicated personnel to support the Board and senior staff in engaging those donors.
As such, we are looking for a freelance fundraiser who can help us by being a dedicated administrative and coordination resource to assist the Board and senior staff with outreach to, and engagement with, priority donors.
The full role outline can be viewed below.
Application process
To be considered for this freelance opportunity, please submit your proposal by noon on 7th April. Any questions can be sent to the same address before Thursday 3rd April.
Proposals should be 1-2 pages + CV, and include:
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Relevant experience, including any industry-specific and/or specialisms
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List of previous clients
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Outline of approach and process
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Pricing model and proposed hours to be allocated (being mindful of the stated contract value available)
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Understanding of fundraising best practice and regulation
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Any professional fundraising certifications or memberships
Proposals will be shortlisted and candidates will be invited to attend a selection panel meeting.
Our purpose is to promote global press freedom and access to liberal journalism.
We are seeking a motivated and experienced relationship fundraiser to join our team. This is a new role for the organisation, and we are particularly interested in hearing from candidates who have a good level of experience in relationship fundraising who can support us to develop our unrestricted fundraising. A successful candidate would hit the ground running with fundraising activity as well as helping to shape the future of fundraising for St Nicks by supporting with the development of a fundraising strategy. This is a really exciting opportunity to shape the future of fundraising for a highly regarded and well-established charity, allowing us to sustain and develop our much-needed work in the city.
Key Dates:
Closing date for applications: 21st April 2025
Interview date: Monday 28th April 2025
About St Nicks
We are St Nicks, a local environmental charity with a mission “build and connect flourishing communities through urban greenspace generation, nature-based wellbeing and sustainable living”. Based at St Nicks Environment Centre hidden behind residential properties in the Tang Hall area of York, we have a thriving 24-acre nature reserve that is free to explore 24 hours a day 365 days a year. Our volunteer team help us maintain and manage our reserve for the benefit of people and wildlife.
In addition to managing the local nature reserve (LNR), we have three key pillars to our work:
Green Corridors York strives for “more, bigger, better and more joined up” green spaces. Conserving nature whilst supporting our communities. As a city, we can work together to reduce pollution, challenge harmful developments and improve land management.
Nature-Based Wellbeing deliver both education and mental health support services. At St Nicks we all see and feel the benefits of being outdoors and connected to nature. These benefits can be physical, mental or a combination of both! Our Nature-Based Wellbeing team run a series of Ecotherapy groups to help adults find this nature-connectedness. 92% of Ecotherapy participants told us that these activities meant that they noticed and sought out nature more in their daily lives.
Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do at St Nicks. When we talk about sustainability, we are looking to ensure we are doing the least harm possible. Whether that is relating to human, social, financial or environmental. Our Waste & Sustainability team collect recycling, carry out waste audits and run events across the city. Together our teams work to make York a more sustainable city.
Our values
Collaboration – Our approachability and inclusiveness ensure that everyone who is affected by our work is involved in shaping it.
Integrity – We are honest, inclusive and have respect for all life through our ethics, authenticity and commitment.
Innovation – We are committed to constructively exploring ideas that help us get closer to our vision by doing things differently and taking pioneering approaches, recognising the learning and development that comes with this path.
Professionalism – All of our actions to our beneficiaries, stakeholders and each other demonstrate our mutual respect, competence, proactivity and the way we make a difference.
Job Description and Person Specification
About the Role
This exciting new role provides an excellent opportunity to help shape and deliver our approach to fundraising, helping to ensure that St Nicks can continue our vital work in supporting planet, people and nature. As the sole fundraiser and reporting directly to the chief executive officer, you will be given the autonomy to shape and develop and deliver on all aspects of our unrestricted fundraising, building key relationships with existing and new supporters and maximising support from community, corporate and individual supporters.
Although fundraising in this sense is new to St Nicks, we have a strong foundation of existing supporters and partners which we can build our fundraising and relationships on.
Job Title
Relationship Fundraiser
Contract Type
This role is initially for a 2-year fixed term contract, with the possibility for extension dependent on the success of the role.
Hours
21-28 hours per week, negotiable. This is based on an FTE of 35 hours per week.
Salary
£30,000 per annum pro-rata
Place of work
Primary place of work is the St Nicks Environment Centre and Local Nature Reserve (LNR) with the opportunity for hybrid arrangements in line with St Nicks policy. Some travel around York is expected with this role.
Working pattern
Negotiable. Typically, hours are worked Mon-Fri between the hours of 09:00 – 17:00 with occasional weekend or evening work by prior agreement.
Responsible to
CEO
Responsible for
Fundraising volunteers
Purpose
To lead and develop our newly formed fundraising function, creating a new strategy to maximise income generation from corporate and community supporters, build strong working partnerships with local businesses and community groups and deliver on annual unrestricted income targets.
Please see our website for details on how to apply.
Our Mission is to build and connect flourishing communities through urban greenspace generation, nature-based wellbeing and sustainable living.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Relationship Fundraiser
Job title: Relationship Fundraiser
Hours: Full-time (Equivalent to 37.5 hours a week), in line with our flexible working policy. If you are unable to work full-time but are interested in the role, we’d be happy to hear from candidates who had a different proposed model of working in mind.
Remuneration: circa £29,000 per annum
Type of contract: Permanent
Location: Hybrid working. A mix of home and Leukaemia Care offices at One Birch Court, Blackpole East, Worcester, WR3 8SG (a minimum of 2 days in the office).
Report to: Community and Individual Giving Manager
Working closely with: Fundraising Team, Communications Team, Patient Services Team and Finance.
Purpose of the role
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in the charity/fundraising sector, looking to progress and develop a career focusing on community and individual giving activity.
You should want to use and grow your knowledge and aim to achieve excellent standards of fundraising through relationship building.
You’ll be passionate about continuous improvement, have a proactive attitude and be comfortable in suggesting new and/or better ways of working. You’ll enjoy a challenging and fulfilling environment, working with a supportive and forward-thinking team. You will have experience of planning and implementing projects and in providing high levels of stewardship – in addition to the ability to research, identify and reach potential new supporter groups within the community.
Must be able to drive and have access to a car.
Main duties and responsibilities
This role requires input into and delivery of multiple income streams, working with the Community and Individual Giving Manager and the wider Fundraising Team. Duties and responsibilities will, at any given time, include:
Community Fundraising Related
Plan, develop and implement fundraising initiatives that appeal to community groups and associations. Devise community related products and resources that will aid community groups to further engage and raise funds.
Research, identify, apply for and secure new local level partnerships or one-off community type donations e.g. from Rotary/Lions Clubs, Musical Groups, Sports Clubs or Supermarket Charity of the Year.
Research, identify, apply for and secure new support from educational establishments such as Schools and Universities.
Promote collections in relevant geographic locations to Leukaemia Care’s hospital hubs or with a link to a supporter, patient or family.
Identify opportunities for Leukaemia Care to raise awareness around the charity’s Hospital Hub locations around the U.K.
Account manage any local community charity of the year partnerships that are secured, e.g. a Golf Club. Be their point of contact at Leukaemia Care.
Represent the organisation giving engaging talks, pitches and presentations on the work of the charity, as well as delivering thank you acceptance speeches where necessary.
Individual Giving Related
Administer and thank gifts from Individuals including one off donors and first-time donors.
Alongside the Community and Individual Giving Manager build rapport and meaningful relationships with identified mid-level donors and prospect major donors.
Research ideas, plan, devise, implement and develop virtual giving as an income stream.
Maximise income by promoting Gift Aid and securing declarations in relation to eligible UK taxpayers.
Support the Community and Individual Giving Manager to run the charity’s Regular Giving Programme, ensuring these committed and longstanding donors/members are thanked appropriately, regularly informed of their impact, and developed into long-term donors.
Support the Community and Individual Giving Manager with an externally run Lottery and our Lottery Players recruitment and retention.
Work with the Community and Individual Giving Manager to plan stewardship events. Be responsible for the logistical organisation of such events liaising with venues, making bookings and handling invitees requirements.
General Fundraising
Work within the Code of Fundraising Practice as set by the Fundraising Regulator and adhere to all relevant financial procedures.
Deliver and exceed targets across a wide variety of areas including Community and Individual Giving; including Mid-Level Giving, Lottery and Virtual Fundraising.
Represent the charity at events and cheque presentations as required.
Raise awareness to encourage support and make the most of any ‘cross-selling’ opportunities to promote other ways to get involved such as running events, gifts in Wills, Recycling, Payroll Giving, Volunteering etc.
Ensure that systems and processes are effective, and that our database is updated and utilised as the central source of information for recording income, supporter interactions and reporting.
Maximise the use of online fundraising tools, digital marketing and social media to increase
the generation of funds from all available sources.
Ensure the work produced across the team is of high quality, and reflective of the values of Leukaemia Care. Record all interactions with fundraisers or potential fundraisers on Raisers Edge NXT, our fundraising database (training will be provided).
Provide cover within the team as needed during periods of annual leave, sickness or where extra resources are needed.
Adopt a strong solution focused approach to help supporters overcome any challenges and maximise their fundraising efforts.
Improve supporter retention and engagement, building strong relationships and long-term supporters.
Ensure all supporters are appropriately thanked and help develop specific supporter journeys.
Assist with enquiries and donations over the telephone and by email.
Ensure that relevant pages on the Leukaemia Care website fundraising information is up to date.
Collate case studies, stories and photographs and share with the Comms Team for promotion.
Provide data to the Community and Individual Giving Manager to support the production of progress reports for presentation to the Senior Leadership Team and/or Board of Trustees.
General
In addition to the specific duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description, all Leukaemia Care employees should be aware of their specific responsibilities towards the following:
1. Uphold the values of the charity and to not behave in a manner that is likely to bring the charity into disrepute.
2. Adhere to all health and safety and fire regulations and to co-operate with the charity in maintaining good standards of health and safety.
3. Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing learning and development and to participate in any training relevant to the role.
This job description is not exhaustive. It acts as a guide and may be amended to meet the changing requirements of the charity at any time after discussion with the post holder.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you motivated by the chance to help communities and businesses make a real difference through fundraising?
We're looking for a Relationship Fundraiser to engage with individuals, local businesses, and community groups, providing expert guidance and support to maximise their fundraising impact.
This is a home-based role with regional travel requirements across Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Warwickshire and West Midlands. This role offers the opportunity to deliver impactful results while supporting a valued cause.
Key Responsibilities:
In this role, you will focus on providing advice, guidance and stewardship to individuals, creating strong relationships and delivering exceptional support to maximise fundraising efforts.
- Building strong relationships with fundraisers, offering tailored advice and encouragement to help them achieve their goals.
- Developing and delivering successful community and business fundraising events, ensuring positive experiences and maximising income.
- Supporting voluntary fundraisers and businesses through in-person meetings, phone calls, and emails.
- Collaborating with local branches and groups to increase fundraising income through events, trust applications, and business partnerships.
- Representing the organisation at events, delivering presentations, and engaging with local media.
- Ensuring all fundraising activities adhere to best practices, legal guidelines, and organisational policies.
- Managing fundraising records in the CRM system for smooth and effective relationship management.
- Working closely with the Regional Delivery Team to align with broader strategic objectives.
About You:
You'll bring a positive attitude and experience in fundraising or relationship management to this rewarding role.
- Proven experience in community fundraising or relationship management.
- A natural ability to inspire, coach, and motivate others.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage and connect with a wide range of people.
- Experience using CRM databases and a good understanding of GDPR regulations.
- High attention to detail in event management, reporting, and supporter care.
- Resilience, flexibility, and the ability to adapt to changing situations.
- Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as required.
- A full, clean driving licence.
About Us:
Our vision is a world free from MND. Our mission is to improve care and support for people with MND, their families and carers. We fund and promote research that leads to new understanding and treatments and brings us closer to a cure for MND. The Association also campaigns and raises awareness so the needs of people with MND, and everyone who cares for them, are recognised, and addressed by wider society.
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.
As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements.
What We Offer:
- 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays.
- Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies.
- 24/7 GP access via phone and video.
- Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines.
- Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave).
- Access to Benefit Hub for discounts on everyday shopping.
- Enhanced pension scheme.
- Opportunities for training and personal development.
The full job description is available in the candidate pack.
Salary: £31,600 per annum plus lease car
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Home-based with travel requirements across Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Warwickshire and West Midlands.
Contract: Permanent
We are open to part-time applications or job shares - please indicate your preferred working arrangement in your application.
How to apply:
Please submit a CV and supporting statement. Your supporting statement should be no longer than one side of A4 and demonstrate how you meet the following areas of the role.
- Experience in Community Fundraising or Relationship Management.
- Experience of coaching and motivating people.
- CRM database experience and knowledge of GDPR.
Important Information:
- We may close applications early if we receive a high volume, so early submissions are encouraged.
- If you require sponsorship for this role, please clearly indicate this in your application.
- Depending on the role, a DBS check may be required.
- If you need reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us for support.
- We are happy to consider alternative application formats for those who find the online form challenging.
If you thrive on connecting with people and inspiring them to raise vital funds, apply today!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Face-to-Face Fundraiser – End Homelessness With Shelter!
Location: Various locations across London
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £13.55-16.50
Are you passionate about making a difference? Do you have the confidence and charisma to inspire people to support the fight against the current housing emergency? Join Shelter as Face-to-Face Fundraiser and take the first step toward a meaningful career in the charity sector!
Why This Role?
- Exciting & Rewarding – Every conversation you have could help provide advice, support and access to secure housing
- Career Growth – Many of our fundraisers go on to work in senior roles within Shelter and the wider charity sector.
- Be Part of a Team – Join a vibrant, passionate community of like-minded individuals working together to create change.
- Develop Valuable Skills – Gain experience in communication, persuasion, and public engagement—essential skills for a career in NGOs, advocacy and fundraising.
Your Role:
As a Face-to-Face Fundraiser, you’ll be engaging with people in high streets and events, inspiring them to become long-term supporters of Shelters crucial work to end homelessness. You’ll be trained to confidently share Shelter's mission and work, helping raise vital funds for people affected by the current housing climate and homelessness.
What We’re Looking For:
- Passion for the cause
- Confidence and excellent communication skills
- A team player with a positive attitude
- Resilience and motivation to achieve fundraising targets
- Previous fundraising or sales experience is a bonus (but not essential!)
What You’ll Get:
- Competitive hourly pay
- Comprehensive training and ongoing support
- Career progression opportunities within Shelter and the charity sector
- A fun and inspiring work environment
- The knowledge that your work directly helps save lives around the world
Apply Now & Start Your Journey in the Charity Sector!
If you’re ready to make a real impact and start a career that matters, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and help us bring rally support to those who need it the most!
Everyone has the right to a safe, stable and affordable home. Join Shelter as a Face-To-Face Fundraiser today!