Community Engagement Officer

Harris Hill Charity Recruitment Specialists; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established charity recruitment specialist is seeking a passionate Community Engagement Officer to enhance community fundraising efforts. In this role, you will build networks, engage local partners, and oversee fundraising events, all while acting as the charity's ambassador. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in fundraising, strong communication skills, and a knack for public speaking. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within the community and contribute to the charity's mission. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy networking, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Experience in community fundraising or corporate partnerships is essential.
• Proven ability to meet fundraising targets and manage donor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Build networks to support the charity’s fundraising initiatives.
• Act as the primary contact for community organisations and develop stewardship journeys.

Skills

Community Fundraising

Public Speaking

Networking

Communication Skills

Donor Relationship Management

Tools

CRM Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Principal Consultant at Harris Hill Charity Recruitment

Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a wonderful charity to recruit for two Community Engagement Officers in order to help drive the expansion of the charity Community Giving Program.

As a Community Engagement Officer you will:

• Build networks to support and grow the charity’s fundraising initiatives. Lead outreach to engage new local community partners and oversee fundraising events such as bucket collections and charity stalls.
• Act as the primary point of contact for community organisations, developing rich stewardship journeys for donors to enhance engagement and retention.
• Assist in developing insights to refine our community fundraising strategy, ensuring compliance with data protection laws and maintaining accurate records.
• Be an ambassador for the charity, sharing the charity’s mission with internal and external audiences through public speaking and networking.
• Oversee and attend bucket collections and charity stalls at public and private events.
• Plan and deliver engaging stewardship events for key audiences.

We are looking for a professional fundraiser with experience in community fundraising or corporate partnerships. You should have a proven track record in securing and managing long-term partnerships, be a confident speaker, and enjoy networking. A full UK driving license is required, as well as the ability to travel across catchment area.

To be successful, you must have experience:

• Proven ability to meet fundraising income targets and effectively manage donor relationships.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A confident public speaker with excellent presentation skills.
• Experience managing a portfolio of community groups or securing long-term partnerships.
• Proficient in using databases (such as CRM systems) and Microsoft Office.
• Experience leading teams of volunteers.

Contract type: Full-time, permanent

Location: London, hybrid working 3 days in the office

Interview: TBC

Recruitment process: CV and Supporting Statement to [e-mail]

If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!

Unfortunately, due to resource capacity, we will only contact candidates that are shortlisted for interview. Therefore if you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date please note your application has been unsuccessful.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Fundraising and Non-profit Organizations