Community Fundraising Manager

Community Fundraising Manager

Flexible working in the UK

The Organisation

Our client fights for the future of our ocean through people-powered action - with science on their side. They defend habitats and species, with communities, businesses, and governments. Together, they work towards a cleaner, better-protected, healthier ocean. For seas full of life, where nature flourishes and people thrive.

They are now looking for a Community Fundraising Manager to join them on a full-time, permanent basis, working 35 hours per week.

The Benefits

- £29,500 to £33,500 per annum

- Annual leave starting at 25 days a year, plus Bank Holidays, increasing with service (and additional time off between Christmas and New Year)

- 6% employer contributions to a stakeholder pension scheme

- Sick pay at full-pay for 8 weeks, then 8 weeks at half-pay (after probation ends)

- Great work-life balance through flexible and, in many cases, remote working

- Support for your health and wellbeing with a programme of activities plus an employee assistance programme for you and those you live with

- A paid day for you to volunteer to support another charity of your choice

- Cycle-to-work scheme to help you buy a bike

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated community fundraiser with a proven track record of meeting financial targets to join our client's passionate team.

In this rewarding role, you'll have the chance to lead and inspire others, driving exciting initiatives that create a meaningful impact in support of ocean protection.

What's more, you'll enjoy the freedom of a flexible and home working, whilst working towards the health of our oceans and the planet. The work our client does is critical to environmental health and your role will be a key component in enabling them to achieve their goals.

So, if you're ready to make waves in your career, read on and apply today!

The Role

As a Community Fundraising Manager, you'll generate and grow our client's income by spearheading a range of dynamic community fundraising initiatives.

Specifically, you'll plan and deliver an exciting portfolio of activities that captivate and engage people, showcasing the impact of their work.

Leading and inspiring your team, you'll also create innovative fundraising products, expand their supporter base, and deliver outstanding stewardship that keeps their supporters connected and motivated.

Additionally, you will:

- Oversee the community fundraising budget, keeping income and costs on track

- Cultivate a network of fundraising champions, building strong and supportive relationships

- Partner with Comms and Marketing teams to create exciting promotional content

- Ensure fundraising activities meet GDPR, charity law, and ethical standards

About You

To be considered as a Community Fundraising Manager, you will need:

- A proven track record in community fundraising or a similar field, with demonstrated success in meeting financial targets and income growth

- Experience supporting the development of 3-5-year strategic plans

- Experience managing budgets and delivering annual operational plans

- Demonstrable knowledge and experience of CRM systems and GDPR compliance

- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills

- Strong planning and organisational abilities to manage a busy workload

- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal

The closing date for this role is Midnight on the 19th of January 2025.

Other organisations may call this role Community Engagement Fundraising Manager, Fundraising Manager, Fundraising Lead, Regional Fundraising Manager, Community Engagement Manager, Community Partnerships Fundraising Lead, or Community Partnerships Manager.

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