Community Engagement and Fundraising Officer

HomeStart Runnymede & Woking; Ottershaw; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job description

Community Engagement and Fundraising Officer
Location: Runnymede & Woking (Hybrid working possible)
Salary: £28,000–£30,000 FTE
Hours: Part-time: 16–18 hours per week (can be term-time only if preferred)
Contract: 12 months, with extension subject to funding

Home-Start is a voluntary organisation offering practical and emotional help and support to vulnerable families. We support families in their own homes and in groups through a team of trained volunteers and professional staff.

Are you a people-person with a passion for community fundraising and volunteer engagement? Do you want to make a real difference to local families?

Home-Start Runnymede & Woking is looking for a proactive and creative Community Engagement and Fundraising Officer to lead on income generation and grow our amazing network of volunteers.

In this varied and rewarding role, you’ll:

1. Plan and deliver community fundraising events and campaigns
2. Develop partnerships with local businesses and supporters
3. Recruit, train and retain volunteers who support families in need
4. Promote our work across social media, print, and local networks

We’re seeking someone with demonstrable experience of community fundraising, strong relationship-building skills, and a collaborative approach. You’ll be confident working independently, managing multiple priorities, and using digital tools to promote our work.

This is a flexible, part-time role with opportunities for occasional home working and a supportive team culture.

If you're passionate about strengthening families and building community, we’d love to hear from you!

Application deadline: 20th May 2025, at 9am

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Home-Start is committed to equality of opportunity and diversity. Home-Start Runnymede & Woking is committed to safer recruitment practice as an important part of safeguarding and protecting children and vulnerable adults.