Community Fundraising Volunteer Team Leader

Cats Protection; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading animal welfare charity is seeking a Community Fundraising Volunteer Team Leader based in the Midlands. This hybrid role involves recruiting and supporting volunteers, coordinating fundraising efforts, and ensuring excellent volunteer experiences. The ideal candidate will have experience in community fundraising and volunteer management. The position offers a competitive salary, health benefits, and generous leave policies.

Benefits

Health benefits

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Financial wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising within a community environment.
• Proven skills in managing and supervising volunteers.
• Strong leadership abilities and collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and support volunteers for fundraising activities.
• Coordinate and promote volunteer activities in community settings.
• Provide support and resources to enhance volunteer experiences.

Skills

Fundraising experience

Volunteer management

Team leadership

Community fundraising knowledge

Driving license

Job description

Overview

We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.

Team: Community Fundraising
Location: Midlands (successful candidate must be based within the region as this is a hybrid role working both from home and within the region)
Work pattern: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: Up to £30,809.93 per annum
Contract: Permanent

Will you join us and make life better for cats?

Responsibilities of our Community Fundraising Volunteer Team Leader

• To recruit, develop, retain and support a diverse team of volunteers to enhance community fundraising activities and income generating opportunities.
• To lead on the promotion and coordination of volunteer activities within a community fundraising hub working collaboratively with the Community Fundraising Officers to drive income generation within the local vicinity.
• To provide practical, role specific and pastoral support for community fundraising volunteers adopting an exemplary approach to volunteer management and volunteer engagement.
• To ensure our dedicated volunteers have excellent experiences and have the skill, resources and motivation to maximize income generating opportunities.

About the Community Fundraising team

We sit within the Community Events team. Our team is responsible for leading and supporting community activities to drive and grow our community fundraised income. We currently have a team of over 30.

What we’re looking for in our Community Fundraising Volunteer Team Leader

• Evidence of raising funds in a community fundraising environment
• Good experience in volunteer management/ supervision
• Experience as a team leader or supervisor
• Direct experience of working with volunteers
• Experience in Community Fundraising
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car

What we can offer you

• Range of health benefits
• 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
• Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
• And much more, which you can learn about here

Interested? Here’s how to apply

Application closing date: 30th September 2025

Virtual interview date: 9th & 10th September 2025

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.

If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.

If successful, your recruitment journey will include:

1. Anonymised application form
2. Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams

Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.

Please email [e-mail] if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.