Community Fundraising Officer

Do you want to work for the UK's largest cat welfare charity? All over the country, their 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 the team and make life better for cats?

Responsibilities of the 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 awareness.

About the Community Fundraising team:

• Sits within the Community Events team
• The team is responsible for leading and supporting community activities to drive and grow community fundraised income.
• Currently have a team of 30+

What we're looking for in a Community Fundraising Officer:

• Evidence of raising funds in a community fundraising environment
• Planning, 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's on offer:

• range of health benefits
• 25 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

Interested? Here's how to apply:

Application closing date: 21st October 2024

Virtual 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. You will be informed of any relevant changes.

Please let us know if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.

The charity operates a bias-free application process in their commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. To assess your application quickly, fairly and objectively, please fully complete the qualifications and work history sections of our online application form.

Redacted CVs may be accepted by exception.

They believe being an inclusive, diverse organisation - where they welcome diversity of thought, value individuals' experience and can reach and partner all areas of society - is crucial if they're to help more cats. The charity's ambition is to work together to promote a more inclusive environment, which attracts all candidates and signals their commitment to celebrate and promote diversity.

The charity is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and protecting anyone that comes into contact with them from harm. They expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be subject to a criminal record check if required for the role.