Community Fundraiser, HARRIS HILL

Guardian Jobs; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An established charity is seeking a passionate Community Fundraiser to engage with local communities and inspire support for meaningful causes. This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact by nurturing relationships with parishes, schools, and networks while generating vital funding through innovative initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication skills, a strong network within the community, and the ability to work independently while being a team player. This is a chance to contribute to a noble mission in a supportive environment, making a real difference in the lives of those in need.

Qualifications

• Experience in community fundraising or related field is beneficial.
• Strong network within the diocesan community and schools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Promote charity’s work and develop relationships with local communities.
• Inspire donations and manage fundraising events and initiatives.

Skills

Community Fundraising

Communication Skills

Public Speaking

Organizational Skills

Microsoft Office

Social Media

Job description

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of those in need? Do you have the drive to engage with communities, raise awareness, and inspire others to contribute to a meaningful cause? Harris Hill are looking for a dedicated and creative Community Fundraiser to join a wonderful charity based in London.

You will have the chance to make a direct impact by working with communities across parishes, schools, and other networks. This role involves building and nurturing relationships with key stakeholders, growing the charity base of active supporters, and generating vital funding through various initiatives.

As a Community Fundraiser you will:

• Promote the charity’s pastoral and spiritual work within local communities.
• Develop strong relationships with parishes, schools, and diocesan networks to increase engagement with the charity’s mission.
• Inspire people to make donations and raise funds to support the charity projects, including the sale of charity items and organising fundraising events.
• Recruit and support volunteers, as well as manage fundraising groups and initiatives across the region.
• Manage relationships with high value and legacy donors, ensuring their continued support and engagement.

To be successful, you must have experience:

• Previous experience in community fundraising or a related field is beneficial.
• A strong network of contacts within the diocesan community, schools, or special interest groups is a plus.
• Exceptional communication skills, public speaking abilities, and strong organisational capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with social media are essential.
• Ability to work independently, manage your own time, and take ownership of key projects, while also being a strong team player.

Salary: £30,000- £36,000 per annum

Contract type:Full-time, permanent

Location- London, home based, covering the Dioceses of Brentwood, Westminster & East Anglia.

Closing date: On rolling basis

Interview: ASAP

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.