Fundraising & Engagement Officer - Corporate & Grants

Action Mental Health; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Action Mental Health is seeking a full-time fundraiser to join their growing team. The role involves developing corporate fundraising strategies, monitoring grant opportunities, and coordinating submissions to foster relationships with key partners. Candidates should have relevant experience, proven communication skills, and be able to work flexibly, including evenings or weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fundraising-related or business development role.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and growth of corporate fundraising income.
• Monitor grant funding and coordinate submissions.
• Build relationships to achieve financial and non-financial targets.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Presentation

Target Achievement

Microsoft Office

Education

A-level qualification or equivalent

Job description

Location Action Mental Health, Head Office, Newtownards

The Vacancy

Hours: Full time (35 per week)

We are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns 28-35 hours per week (within Monday to Thursday 9am to 5pm & Friday 9am to 4pm)

Hybrid working available.

Closing date: 20 July 2025

The Role:

Working within a growing fundraising team, the post holder will proactively support the development, implementation and growth of a corporate fundraising income stream. The role will also include the monitoring of grant funding and tender opportunities and contribute to the administration of grant and tender submissions.

You will have (essential):

• A-level qualification or equivalent
• Work experience in a fundraising-related or business development role
• Proven communication skills to include confidence to deliver presentations as well as written communication
• Proven ability to work collaboratively to build and sustain relationships with key stakeholders
• Demonstrable evidence of working towards and achievement of targets and outcomes to meet organisational objectives (financial and non-financial)
• Proven experience of the use of MS Office
• Full, current driving licence and access to a car (consideration will be given to alternative travelling proposals in respect of applicants with a disability who cannot hold a licence)
• Ability to work flexible hours i.e. evenings and weekends if required