Fundraiser - Folkestone

RSPB; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a passionate team at Europe's largest nature conservation charity as a Fundraiser! This exciting role offers the chance to engage with the public, promote conservation efforts, and generate memberships while enjoying a flexible contract of 3 to 5 days a week. With comprehensive training provided, you don't need to be a wildlife expert to make a difference. You'll receive a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and the benefit of a company van for your travels. If you're enthusiastic about nature and eager to inspire others, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Pension

Life Assurance

26 days annual leave

Company van

Fuel and parking costs covered

Opportunities for sabbaticals

Qualifications

• No prior knowledge of wildlife required; training provided.
• Valid UK driver's license needed for travel.

Responsibilities

• Travel to various venues to engage the public and raise awareness.
• Set up fundraising stands and promote RSPB memberships.

Skills

Passion for conservation

Resilience

Ability to work to targets

Customer Service experience

Fundraising/Sales experience

Job description

Reference: DEC20242983

Expiry date: 23:59, Thu, 16th Jan 2025

Location: Folkestone

Benefits: Pension, Life Assurance, 26 days annual leave

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity that allows you to integrate your passion for nature with your exceptional communication skills? Join us at Europe's largest nature conservation charity and make a real difference as a Fundraiser!

The ideal candidate will be based in the advertised location. Please only apply to this vacancy if you are based within the advertised location, unless you are in the process of relocating.

About the role

Each day you will use your company van to travel to different venues around your local area, set up an attractive fundraising stand, and spend the day actively engaging with members of the public, spreading awareness about our conservation efforts and generating new RSPB memberships via direct debits.

Don't worry if you're not a wildlife expert yet – we provide comprehensive training to equip you with all the knowledge you need. Plus, you'll enjoy the added perk of a company van, with fuel and parking costs paid for.

What's even better? You'll have the flexibility to choose a contract between 3 to 5 days per week, and enjoy the stability of a set salary, rather than working on commission. With 34 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) and opportunities for sabbaticals, we value your work-life balance and well-being.

What do current employees say about this role?

‘Securing a membership is always a great feeling that stays with you. Being able to talk about things you are passionate about and learn a lot about wildlife is a real plus.’

But it's not just about the benefits – it's about the impact you'll make. Join a team that's dedicated to preserving nature and inspiring others to do the same. Your role will be pivotal in driving positive change, and you'll have the support of a diverse and inclusive community every step of the way.

What we need from you:

• A passion for conservation (no prior knowledge required);
• Resilience;
• Ability to work to targets;
• A driver's licence valid for use in the UK;
• Happy to work 3 out of 4 weekends;
• Happy to travel (on average) an hour away from home each day;
• Willingness to work outdoors and independently;
• Fundraising/Sales and Customer Service experience (desirable).

Whether you're from a hospitality, customer service, sales, or volunteering background, we're more interested in your negotiating/storytelling skills and enthusiasm than your previous experience.

If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey with us and help create a world richer in nature, apply now! You will be asked to upload your CV and complete a short online application form once you select 'apply'.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to our dedicated Resourcing Advisor: [e-mail]

We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.

The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Before applying for this role, we recommend reading through the candidate guidance notes attached to the top of this advert.

Please note that we are actively recruiting for this vacancy, and reserve the right to close once sufficient applications have been received.