Fundraising Events Assistant

The Down’s Syndrome Association (DSA) aims to create and develop the conditions that will enable people who have Down's syndrome to lead fulfilling and rewarding lives. We are seeking an organised and enthusiastic Fundraising Events Assistant to join our fundraising team. This role is perfect for someone interested in start a career in fundraising and want to learn and develop with the community and challenge events fundraising.

The successful candidate will support the Manager of fundraising events with all challenge events in the portfolio.  This includes the planning, organisation, marketing, delivery, recruitment and stewardship of participants and day to day administration for all DSA events.

We are hoping to recruit as soon as possible.

Contact Georgina Lamond to discuss the position and to apply with a CV. 

Main responsibilities:-

· Assist the Manager of Fundraising Events with future event plans and creating and building on our Community Fundraising offer.

· Assist in the sale of items from the shop- especially Christmas cards, socks and merchandise.

· Support and develop relationships with members, supporters who participate in events taking responsibility for the supporter journey; providing motivation and encouragement from start to finish to ensure they continue to support.

· Managing the Events Inbox; Replying to all enquiries coming into the inbox.

· Attend and participate in events as required.  This may involve occasional evening and weekend work, for which you will receive equal time back in lieu.

· Assist with the fundraising pages of the website ensuring copy is up to date and relevant and those events that require extra marketing are featured on the home page.

· Work closely with the Communications Team to develop promotional plans for each event maximising recruitment and exposure through our newsletter and social media platforms. 

·  Provide support to your team members during particularly busy times (and vice versa) such as Down’s Syndrome Awareness Week.

· To undertake any other duties as required by the Manager of Fundraising Events that fall within the grade and remit of this post.

Person specifications:-

Qualifications: A level or equivalent qualification.

Essential

·        Experience of working in a customer facing environment

·        Proven ability to complete multiple tasks by managing own workload

·        Experience of problem solving

·        Ability to work collaboratively in a team

·        Understanding of good customer service

·        Excellent writing and proofreading skills

·        Excellent communication skills

·        Good organisational and administrative skills with attention to detail

·        Good computer skills including using main Microsoft packages (word, excel, powerpoint) as well as experience with different IT systems

·        A ‘can do’ positive and professional attitude that can flex and adapt to change and challenges

Desirable

·        Sensitivity and understanding to the needs of people who have Down’s syndrome and their family members

·        Experience of fundraising – in a professional or personal way

·        Good presentation skills

·        Experience or understanding of using a CRM/Database

·        Understanding of, or transferable skills in building relationships

·        Ability to analyse information and draw conclusions