Charity Fundraiser

Fundraising Type(s)

Community, Digital, Events, Individual Giving

Sector(s)

Children & Youth

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Fundraiser to join our team. We’re looking for someone who is passionate about our cause. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in driving our fundraising initiatives, engaging with potential donors, and building lasting relationships to support our charity. This position requires a blend of excellent customer service skills, public relations expertise, and a strong understanding of fundraising strategies.

Duties

• Identify possible sources of fundraising in the community, such as: events to attend and businesses looking for a charity of the year.
• Manage, support and develop imaginative fundraising activities.
• Act as first point of contact for all third-party fundraising events and offer support where needed.
• Inspire new supporters to raise money, while maintaining and developing relationships with existing supporters.
• Prepare a ring binder and digital file for each fundraising event, keeping track of key details for the event and how much was raised.
• Provide effective supporter care for both event organisers, volunteers and participants by email, telephone, letter and face to face.
• Take responsibility for sending out resources to fundraisers or arranging collection from the Charity office.
• Coordinate a team of fundraising volunteers, keeping them up to date on key details for each event they are supporting.
• Thank volunteers for their support after each fundraising event, ensuring they feel valued for their contribution.
• Arrange for the Charity administrative volunteer to write thank you letters to event organisers, venues and suppliers after an event has taken place.
• Attend fundraising events regularly of a weekend and evening.
• Prepare regular fundraising reports for Trustee meetings.
• Chair regular fundraising committee meetings of an evening.

Experience

• Proven experience in fundraising or a related field is preferred.
• Strong skills in public relations and relationship management are essential.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications is mandatory and design software, Canva, advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Must hold a full clean driving licence.
• DBS checked, although this will be carried out by CWCF.

If you are enthusiastic about making a difference through effective fundraising efforts, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.