Events Fundraiser

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization is seeking a Fundraising Events Manager to plan, deliver and evaluate fundraising events. This role involves generating vital income for Salisbury Hospice while developing marketing strategies to enhance community engagement. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in successful event management and fundraising, alongside strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Proven, extensive experience in planning and delivering successful fundraising or public events.
• Demonstrated success in generating income while effectively managing budgets.
• Experience using CRM or fundraising databases (e.g., Donorfy, Raiser's Edge).

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a diverse programme of fundraising events.
• Develop and implement marketing campaigns for fundraising events.
• Deliver exceptional supporter care ensuring participants and volunteers feel valued.

Skills

Organisational skills

Project management

Written and verbal communication

Social media marketing

Relationship building

Tools

CRM software

Canva

Job description

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Location: Hybrid / Office-based in Salisbury

Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week) – some evening and weekend work required

Salary starting from: £30K annum, depending on experience

Reporting to: Director of Fundraising & Marketing

Contract: Permanent

Job Purpose

To plan, deliver, and evaluate a diverse range of fundraising events, while developing and enhancing the existing annual events portfolio in line with agreed income and expenditure targets. The role is key to generating vital income and raising awareness for Salisbury Hospice, while contributing to the events marketing and communications strategy to increase supporter engagement, secure sponsorship opportunities, and enhance public awareness of the charity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the annual income target with the Director of Fundraising & Marketing.
• Plan and deliver a diverse programme of fundraising events (e.g., community events, challenge events, gala dinners, seasonal campaigns).
• Work with colleagues and volunteers to ensure events are delivered on time, on budget, and to a high standard.
• Develop event plans including logistics, budgets, risk assessments, and contingency planning.
• Secure sponsorship, in-kind support and partnerships to maximise income and reduce costs.
• Recruit, brief and manage volunteers and event-day staff.
• Track event income and expenditure, providing regular reports to the Fundraising Manager.
• Support the promotion of the annual sports and challenge event activities.

Marketing and Promotion

• In partnership with the marketing team, develop and implement marketing campaigns for fundraising events across digital, print and media platforms.
• Work closely with the communications team to develop engaging content, including press releases, social media posts, website updates, and email marketing.
• Build relationships with local media and community groups to maximise event exposure. Distribute event marketing materials across the local community.

Supporter Engagement and Stewardship

• Deliver exceptional supporter care, ensuring all event participants, donors, sponsors and volunteers feel valued and informed.
• Develop supporter journeys and post-event stewardship communications to encourage long-term engagement.
• Maintain accurate supporter records on the CRM database and comply with GDPR and data protection policies.

Person Specification

• Proven, extensive experience in planning and delivering successful fundraising or public events.
• Demonstrated success in generating income while effectively managing budgets.
• Knowledge of marketing principles and experience in delivering multi-channel promotional campaigns.
• Strong organisational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Confident in using social media, digital marketing tools and basic design platforms (e.g., Canva, Facebook and Instagram).
• Ability to build positive relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Willingness to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends.
• Experience of working in the charity sector.
• Experience using CRM or fundraising databases (e.g., Donorfy, Raiser's Edge).
• Graphic design or video editing skills.
• Experience securing sponsorship or working with corporate partners.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining how you meet the person specification to[emailprotected] by 27 June 2025.

Salisbury Hospice Charity is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.