Fundraising Officer

Your new company
A charity that provides a range of counselling, support and wellbeing services to support people with mental health needs and learning disabilities.

Your new role
The Fundraising Officer will work closely with a team of 9 and report directly to the Head of Communications & Fundraising. The successful candidate will support the delivery of the charity's fundraising strategy by supporting existing corporate partners and researching new areas of support.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop an annual calendar of corporate fundraising activities.
• Support a series of agreed fundraising events and activities to achieve individual fundraising targets.
• Represent the charity at fundraising events, ensuring high standards of communication and professionalism.
• Build relationships with existing supporters, including corporate partners and other businesses, to maximise support.
• Explore opportunities for new fundraising networks within the local business sector by developing a database of opportunities.
• Collaborate with fundraising colleagues and other teams to achieve annual objectives.
• Ensure all supporters and volunteers are thanked in a timely and appropriate manner with accurate and positive thank you letters.

What you'll need to succeed

• GCSE Maths & English (A* - C) or equivalent
• A Level/RQF Level 3 qualification or equivalent
• Experience in the delivery of fundraising activities, in a professional capacity.
• Experience of delivering excellent supporter or customer care
• Able to demonstrate a high standard of communication and presentation skills
• Able to work collaboratively with key stakeholders.
• Able to demonstrate ability to meet business targets and outcomes
• Excellent administrative skills (including organisational skills, use and application of information technology, monitoring and reporting)
• A full current driving licence and access to a car is essential. Consideration will be given to alternative travelling proposals in respect of applicants with a disability who cannot hold a licence.

What you'll get in return

• A permanent, full time position 35 hours per week.
• Office based in Newtownards with free parking on site.
• Salary £25,865 to £27,847 per annum based on 35 hours per week and pro-rata as appropriate.
• 6.6 weeks of annual leave + bank holidays
• Health Cash Plan
• Great benefits package including pension, life assurance, and enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity Pay

What you need to do now

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