Face to face Charity Fundraiser

Children's Hospice South West; Alveston; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed 40-hour week

Flexible weekly/monthly pay

Bonus scheme (uncapped)

Travel expenses up to £100/week

31 days holiday

Job summary

Engage & Connect are recruiting a face-to-face Fundraiser to support Children’s Hospice South West by recruiting monthly direct debit donors. The role offers full or part-time opportunities and positions in public spaces such as shops, supermarkets, events, or home visits.

You'll receive full training from day one and work with a supportive team to secure long-term community support for the hospice.

Qualifications

• Excellent face-to-face communication and rapport-building skills.
• Must have a valid driving licence and own vehicle.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and reliability.
• Desire to help others and advocate for the charity.

Responsibilities

• Recruit monthly direct debit donors for Children’s Hospice South West.
• Engage with the public in shops, centres, events or at homes.
• Represent the charity professionally and share its impact to gain support.

Skills

Listening

Driving licence

Self-motivation

Communication

Job description

Area: Barnstable and surrounding areas

Salary: £28,080 p/a basic

£40,000 p/a average earnings

Bonus scheme, Pension, Expenses, 31 days paid holiday, full time and part-time opportunities

Every day, people in our community turn to Children's Hospice South West for care at the most difficult time in their lives. That care only happens thanks to the generosity of local supporters, and as one of our fundraisers, you'll be the friendly face who helps people give.

A typical day might mean speaking with shoppers at a supermarket, meeting a neighbour on their doorstep, or talking with families at a community event, sharing why the hospice matters and inviting them to become regular supporters. It's sociable, varied and rewarding - you'll have full training from day one and a supportive team behind you.

About you

• Is a good listener, enjoys talking to people, persuasive, and able to create a rapport in a face-to-face situation
• Has a full driving licence and your own vehicle
• Is self-motivated with a positive attitude, a high level of self-motivation and a strong work ethic
• Wants to put their life skills and experience to good use by helping others and who could become a committed advocate for Children's Hospice South West

Who we are

Engage & Connect is a professional Fundraising Agency, a member of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising and recognised by the Fundraising Regulator, recruiting long term supporters for our charity partners.

We are seeking a face-to-face Fundraiser to work on either a full or part-time basis to recruit members of the public to support Children's Hospice South West by way of monthly direct debit donations.

Working in places such as shops, garden centres, supermarkets, events, or, if you wish, visiting potential supporters at home, you will become a passionate advocate for the Hospice and gain immense satisfaction from the benefits your hard work produces for the charity and the many people who benefit as a result.

You don't need to be a "salesperson". This role is about honest, friendly conversations and sharing how Children's Hospice South West makes a difference. You will enjoy engaging with people from all walks of life, be resilient and determined to succeed.

What's in it for you?

• employed & salaried role, not self-employed
• guaranteed 40-hour week if working full time
• weekly or monthly pay
• basic salary & uncapped bonus scheme
• up to £100 / week contribution to travel expenses
• 31 days holiday including Bank Holiday days
• all pro-rated if working part time
• uniform, equipment, tablet and point of sale material provided