Fundraiser

At SPACE, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, and we’re looking for a passionate and motivated Fundraising Lead to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping our future and helping us make a real difference to the lives of children with disabilities and their families.

We’re not just looking for someone to hit targets – we want someone who can share our story, inspire supporters, and work closely with our community to raise vital funds for SPACE. If you’re an innovative thinker, a natural relationship builder, and someone who loves a challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning and Growth

• Work closely with our CEO to develop and deliver a fundraising strategy that supports our big dreams for the next 3–5 years.
• Think creatively to expand our fundraising efforts, exploring new ideas and opportunities to ensure sustainable growth.
• Meet (or exceed!) annual income goals, helping us deliver even more impact for the children and families we support.

Fundraising Initiatives

• Plan, market, and run a variety of fun and engaging fundraising events – from family days to creative campaigns.
• Inspire and support individuals, schools, and community groups to fundraise for SPACE, making their journey memorable and meaningful.
• Look for new and exciting ways to connect with our supporters and grow our community.

Supporter Care and Relationships

• Build strong relationships with our supporters, ensuring they feel valued and appreciated every step of the way.
• Provide guidance and encouragement to fundraisers, making sure their experience is rewarding and enjoyable.
• Work with SPACE families and staff to create campaigns that inspire people to get involved.

Making a Difference with Data

• Keep our records up to date and use data to understand what’s working (and what’s not) to improve our fundraising efforts.
• Share regular updates with the team and trustees, so everyone knows how we’re doing and can celebrate our successes together.

Person Specification

Who You Are

• Friendly and Confident – You love meeting new people and have a natural ability to connect with others, whether it’s chatting with a family at a fundraiser, presenting to our trustees or networking with potential funders.
• Creative and Positive – You see opportunities where others see challenges and bring a “can-do” attitude to everything you do.
• A Great Communicator – You can adapt your tone and style to suit your audience, whether you’re speaking with a corporate partner, writing a heartfelt thank-you note, or updating our team.

Your Experience

• Proven Success in Fundraising – You’ve got a track record of raising significant funds for charity and can share examples of how you’ve done it.
• Event Planning – You’ve organised successful events or campaigns that people loved and can manage the details while keeping an eye on the bigger picture.
• Supporter Relationships – You’re great at inspiring people to get involved and keeping them engaged over time.
• Tech Savvy – You’re comfortable using tools like CRM systems to keep everything running smoothly.

What Drives You

• You care deeply about children and their families and want to make a real difference in their lives.
• You’re excited to work as part of a team that’s passionate, supportive, and always looking for ways to do better.

Our Values:

Safe: Creating an environment where everyone feels secure and protected.

Passionate: Enthusiastic in everything we do.

Adaptable: Quickly adjusting and being flexible to changes.

Caring: Showing genuine concern and kindness towards others.

Enabling: Empowering