Face to face Charity Fundraiser

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

Benefits offered by this job

40-hour week (full-time)

Weekly or monthly pay

Travel contribution up to £100/week

31 days holiday

Uniform and equipment provided

Job summary

Julia's House Children's Hospice is seeking a passionate Fundraiser to join our Engage & Connect team on a face-to-face basis. You’ll engage with the public in shops, events and at community sites to recruit monthly direct debit donations for the hospice.

The role emphasizes honest conversations over sales, requires a driving licence and own vehicle, and offers a guaranteed 40-hour week for full-time staff with training provided and a supportive team behind you.

Qualifications

• Good listener with rapport-building abilities.
• Full driving licence and own vehicle.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Wants to help others and advocate for Julia's House Children’s Hospice.

Responsibilities

• Speak with shoppers at supermarkets and neighbours at their doorstep.
• Talk with families at community events to explain the hospice’s impact.
• Recruit monthly direct debit donations from the public.
• Work in shops, garden centres, supermarkets, events, or visiting potential supporters at home.
• Engage with people from all walks of life with friendly, honest conversations.

Skills

Good listener

Persuasive

Face-to-face communication

Driving licence

Own vehicle

Self-motivated

Positive attitude

Job description

Area: Bournemouth

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 Julia's House Children's Hospice 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

You might be someone who:

• 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 Julia's House Children's Hospice

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 Julia's House Children's Hospice 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 Julia's House Children's Hospice 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