[ref. k26226500] Community Fundraising Officer
Location: South West (succesful candidate to be based in Devon or Cornwall)
Work pattern: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday with occasional weekend working for events
Salary: Up to £32,013.24 per annum
Contract: Permanent
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Community Fundraising Officer:
This role supports the delivery, growth and reach of community fundraising in a defined geographical location and supports the development and delivery of a local fundraising strategy in line with the organisation’s broader income generation objectives.
The Community Fundraising Officer will establish, implement, develop and maximize all community fundraising opportunities, increase income, deliver exceptional supporter stewardship and exemplary volunteer management, working collaboratively with the Community Fundraising Hub Manager and Community Fundraising Volunteer Team Leader to build on past successes and develop a diverse pipeline of community fundraising events and activities that respond to local audience needs.
The role will also build and develop exceptional fundraising relationships with supporters and volunteers within the defined geographical location to harness the power of our local footprint and raise income and awarenes
About the Community Fundraising team:
We sit within the Community Events teamOur team is responsible for leading and supporting community activites to drive and grow our community fundraised income.
We currently have a team of 30+
What we’re looking for in our Community Fundraising Officer:
Evidence of raising funds in a community fundraising environmentPlanning, organising and delivering campaigns, activities and plans including marketing.
Evidence of working to and achieving objectives
Direct experience of working with volunteers
A valid UK driving license and access to a car
What we can offer you:
range of health benefits25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
and much more, which you can learn about here
Interested? Here’s how to apply:
Application closing date: 3rd October 2024Virtual interview date: TBC
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
- Anonymised application form
- Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Please email recruitment@cats.org.uk if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.