Community Fundraising Assistant - Ramadan - Midlands

Muslim Aid; Highgate; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A charitable organization in the UK is seeking a Community Fundraising Assistant for their Ramadan Campaign. The role involves collecting donations at mosques, setting up fundraising events, and providing logistical support. Candidates should be adaptable, passionate about the mission, and capable of working evenings and weekends. This position offers the opportunity to engage with the community and support humanitarian efforts locally and globally, emphasizing meaningful contributions during the Ramadan period.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work evenings and weekends.
• Previous experience in fundraising is preferable.
• Strong communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Attend mosques to collect donations for fundraisers.
• Set up fundraising events and assist with coordination.
• Provide logistical support during fundraising activities.
• Support volunteers during fundraising events.

Skills

Ability to work unsociable hours

Passion for humanitarian work

Public speaking confidence

Adaptability to changing circumstances

Job description

The Community Fundraising Assistant (Ramadan Campaign) plays a crucial role during Ramadan. The role provides critical support in fundraising collections and events, working occasional unsociable hours (weekends and evenings) and national travel during the period to maximise income generating opportunities. The position is based in the Midlands and offers a chance to support key fundraising activities, work closely with local mosques and community groups, and help deliver meaningful initiatives that touch lives locally and globally.

Responsibilities

• Attend mosques and Islamic institutions to collect donations and pledges in response to Muslim Aid's appeals, support mosque collections through fundraising, data capture, and donor engagement.
• Set up and break down fundraising events, assisting with event setup, registration, and coordination across multiple venues.
• Provide administrative and logistical assistance before, during, and after events to ensure smooth and efficient delivery.
• Assist in the logistical coordination of Muslim Aid's Live Appeals, helping to ensure all operational and support activities run effectively.
• Support and assist volunteers in running and managing fundraising activities, providing guidance and ensuring a positive experience for supporters.
• Other tasks may be assigned on an ad hoc basis in support of Ramadan fundraising activities.

Qualifications

• Able to work unsociable hours at evenings and weekends.
• Passion and commitment to Muslim Aid's mission and values.
• Adaptable to changing circumstances and proactively address challenges that may arise.
• Confidence in speaking to an audience and individual people.
• Previous experience volunteering or working in a fundraising capacity would be beneficial.

About Muslim Aid

Muslim Aid is a UK faith‑based international development organisation that provides support to communities around the world affected by disasters, conflict, or endemic poverty regardless of their social, religious, or ethnic background.

Established in 1985, Muslim Aid has facilitated the engagement of the British Muslim and non‑Muslim community in support of its work in a variety of ways. Over the years, its humanitarian work has included responses to major crises around the world including famine in East Africa, earthquakes and flooding in Pakistan and Bangladesh, as well as conflicts in Syria and Yemen.

We place strong emphasis on long‑term development projects that build the capacity of local people to help themselves. In addition to the five country offices worldwide, we also work with multiple partner offices focusing on sustainable development programmes and providing humanitarian relief during times of crisis.

Application Process

Applications will be accepted until the closing date. Muslim Aid may conduct interviews and progress the selection process on a rolling basis, aiming to appoint a suitable candidate as soon as possible.