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Wessex Cancer Support is seeking a Fundraising Assistant to support dynamic fundraising events and build relationships with donors. The role requires excellent interpersonal skills, a strong eye for detail, and the ability to manage tasks efficiently in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have database experience and a keen interest in the charity sector.
Company Overview
Wessex Cancer Support is dedicated to ensuring that everyone in the Wessex region has access to personalized support that empowers them to live well with and beyond cancer. Our services are available free of charge to anyone affected by cancer, providing vital emotional and practical support through our Cancer Support Centres and outreach projects.
Summary
We are recruiting for an enthusiastic and proactive Fundraising Assistant who can hit the ground running to support a dynamic calendar of fundraising events and initiatives.
In this role, you’ll play a key part in building and maintaining strong relationships with supporters, donors, and colleagues. Your excellent interpersonal skills and confident communication style will help you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Highly organised and detail-oriented, you’ll take pride in maintaining accurate records and managing tasks efficiently. You’ll bring initiative, determination, and a strong sense of accountability to your work. You’ll have experience of using a database (ideally Salesforce) and be confident using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience in fundraising and/or events would be very beneficial.
This position is based in Newport on the Isle of Wight. The salary is £14,285pa for 22.5 hours per week, based on FTE £23,080.
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