Corporate, Community & Events Fundraiser

Are you a master networker with a natural ability for building relationships and generating excitement?

Are you confident, energetic and do you have a passion for supporting positive mental health for children and young people?

If so, we encourage you to apply for the exciting opportunity to become the Corporate, Community & Events Fundraiser at Winchester Youth Counselling, a leading local youth mental health charity.

About Winchester Youth Counselling:

At WYC our mission is to provide counselling, therapy and mental health support to young people aged 11-25 in Hampshire, as well as support and advice for parents and families, so that young people are supported to thrive and live happier lives.

Our services include one to one counselling, walk and talk, and nature therapy sessions to local children and young people who are facing difficulties with their mental health. We also run a youth drop-in service in Winchester Town Centre. We offer support to parents and carers too with parent consultations and parent workshops.

It's a pivotal and exiting moment for our charity. Thanks to recently securing substantial funding, we're ready for exciting growth and looking to make an even greater impact on local young people's mental health. 

About the Role:

The Corporate, Community & Events Fundraiser is a newly created role responsible for securing vital funds for our charity.  In this multi-faceted role you'll wear many hats, fostering connections with corporate partners, engaging the local community and planning, organising and supporting community fundraising events.

The Ideal Candidate:

We are seeking an energetic and confident candidate with the following qualities:

·         Demonstrated passion and commitment to youth mental health and the wellbeing of the local community.

·         A collaborative and inclusive approach to working as part of a team, supporting a positive working environment.

·         Proven ability to incorporate fresh ideas and innovative approaches into organisational development.

·         Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to connect with a diverse range of stakeholders and  build positive and sustainable relationships.

Person specification:

Essential:

·         Minimum of three years of experience in corporate / community fundraising for a charity or in a business development role for a corporate.

·         Event organisation experience.

·         Proven track record of success in achieving and exceeding fundraising/sales targets.

·         Confident communicator with excellent networking skills.