Fundraising and Membership Officer

Action for M.E.; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading charity supporting individuals with chronic conditions is seeking a Part-time Fundraising and Membership Officer. The role involves working 28 hours per week in a hybrid setting, requiring at least 50% of hours in the Bristol office. You will support fundraising operations and contribute to membership engagement. The position offers a salary of £24,645 - £26,275 FTE per annum based on experience and includes generous annual leave. Ideal candidates will be committed to the values of support and awareness for those affected by chronic fatigue syndrome.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Flexible working requests

Responsibilities

• Responsible for fundraising operations and membership management.

Job description

Fundraising and Membership Officer

Responsible to: Fundraising Operations Manager

Salary: £24,645 - £26,275 FTE per annum (pro rata) (£19,716 - £21,020 actual) Exact salary dependent on experience

Hours of work: Part time - 28 hours per week (0.8 FTE). Exact days/times to be agreed upon appointment. We consider flexible working requests

Annual leave: 30 days with 8 additional Bank Holidays pro rata

Location: This role is hybrid - split between home working and our Bristol office. You will be required to work a minimum of 50% of your hours from the office each week.

Closing date: 19th January 2026

About Action for ME

Action for ME is the only charity in the UK providing support, including healthcare, to people of all ages affected by ME. The charity was founded by Sue Finlay in 1987 and since then has been taking a holistic approach so we can make an impact on multiple fronts – from amplifying the voices of people affected by ME in Government and leading on breakthrough research, to providing "lifeline" support and unique healthcare services on a daily basis.

Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME), sometimes referred to and diagnosed as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), is a chronic, fluctuating disease, causing symptoms such as post-exertional malaise (PEM), sleep problems, problems with thinking and memory (brain fog), pain and crushing fatigue. There are an estimated 1.3 million people living with ME or ME-like symptoms, including PEM, in the UK alone.

Even in its so-called mildest form, ME can have a significant impact on an individual’s life, and not just on their health. A lack of understanding and awareness about ME means patients can experience disbelief, and even discrimination, from friends, family, health and social care professionals, employers and teachers.

For the first time there is an increased awareness of post viral illness because of the Covid -19 pandemic. After decades of neglect this offers Action for ME an opportunity to accelerate our work for people with ME in a way we have never been able to do before.