Fundraising Assistant

Meningitis Research Foundation; West of England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Meningitis Research Foundation is hiring a Fundraising Assistant to support their mission in defeating meningitis. The role involves managing supporter communications, maintaining records, coordinating events, and more. Ideal candidates will possess strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This is an opportunity to work in a leading health charity with a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays

Free eye tests

Employee assistance programme

Opportunities for professional development and training

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Confidence in engaging with supporters via telephone.
• Ability to work unsociable hours on occasion.

Responsibilities

• Managing supporter communications via phone, email, and social media.
• Maintaining accurate supporter records and processing donations.
• Coordinating event resources and logistics.
• Supporting the administration of online fundraising platforms.
• Attending events and engaging with supporters in person.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Engagement with supporters

Proactive approach

Job description

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Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday

** CV & cover letter required to apply for this role **

Join Our Mission to Defeat Meningitis – Become Our Next Fundraising Assistant

About the Role

Meningitis Research Foundation is seeking a highly motivated and organised individual to join our Events & Community Team as a Fundraising Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a globally recognised health charity committed to defeating meningitis by 2030.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing supporter communications via phone, email, and social media
• Maintaining accurate supporter records and processing donations
• Coordinating event resources and logistics
• Supporting the administration of online fundraising platforms
• Attending events and engaging with supporters in person

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a candidate who demonstrates:

• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• A high level of attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Confidence in engaging with supporters via telephone
• A proactive and collaborative approach to work
• Ability to work unsociable hours on occasion to support our National Events team

Experience with CRM systems and an understanding of GDPR in a fundraising context are desirable.

• 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays
• Free eye tests
• Employee assistance programme
• Opportunities for professional development and training

About Meningitis Research Foundation

Meningitis Research Foundation is the world’s leading meningitis charity, headquartered in Bristol and operating globally. We are dedicated to supporting research, raising awareness, and providing direct support to individuals and families affected by meningitis. Our work is guided by values of integrity, compassion, collaboration, and evidence-led advocacy.

Application Process

To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter addressing motivations for applying for the role and relevant skills and experience to [e-mail] by 9:00 AM on Friday, 20th June.

A full candidate pack, including further details about our charity and the role, can be found on our website via the jobs page.

Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams during the week commencing 23rd June.

For further information or to discuss the role, please contact [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative and Customer Service

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations and Public Health

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