Fundraising Officer

Empowr-U; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organisation in Coventry is seeking a Fundraiser / Bid Writer to develop and implement fundraising strategies. You will cultivate relationships with donors and execute fundraising events and campaigns. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of fundraising experience, a proven record of meeting targets, and strong communication skills. This role offers a salary between £25k–£32,500 pro rata, with flexible working options available.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Friendly and supportive team

Development opportunities

Discounts on high-street brands

Free childcare during school holidays

Access to health and fitness space

Access to counselling and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in fundraising.
• Proven track record of achieving fundraising targets.
• Experience in writing and submitting grant proposals and fundraising applications.
• Experience in planning and executing fundraising events and campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement fundraising plans and strategies to meet fundraising targets.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with potential donors, sponsors, and grant‑making organisations.
• Diversify funding streams with multiple forms.
• Lead freelance or bid writers with clear objectives.
• Develop in‑kind funding streams.
• Write and submit grant proposals and fundraising applications.
• Plan and execute fundraising events and campaigns.
• Manage donor and sponsor relationships for ongoing engagement.
• Work closely with the team for engaging fundraising content.
• Monitor and report on fundraising progress.
• Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations.
• Write successful grant funding applications.

Skills

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Strong networking and interpersonal skills

Good understanding of fundraising principles and techniques

Ability to develop and implement effective fundraising strategies

Excellent organisational and time management skills

Ability to work well independently and as part of a team

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Empowr-U CIC is dedicated to empowering young people and their communities by providing support, education, and resources to help them take control of their physical, social and mental health and well-being. We work with community groups, schools, and other organisations to deliver our work and create a more supportive, inclusive society for young people and communities across Coventry and beyond.

Position Overview

• As the Fundraiser / Bid Writer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing fundraising strategies to meet our fundraising goals.
• You will identify and cultivate relationships with potential donors, sponsors, and grant‑making organisations, and build strong partnerships that align with the organisation's values and mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement fundraising plans and strategies to meet fundraising targets.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with potential donors, sponsors, and grant‑making organisations.
• Diversify Empowr‑U's funding streams to include multiple forms
• Lead any freelance or bid writers that we work with, setting clear objectives.
• Develop in‑kind funding streams that complement our work
• Write and submit grant proposals and fundraising applications.
• Plan and execute fundraising events and campaigns.
• Manage donor and sponsor relationships and ensure their ongoing engagement.
• Work closely with the team to develop engaging content for fundraising campaigns.
• Monitor and report on fundraising progress, identifying areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with relevant fundraising regulations and guidelines.
• Write successful grant funding applications for Empowr‑U and third‑party organisations

Person Specification

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in fundraising.
• Proven track record of achieving fundraising targets.
• Experience in writing and submitting grant proposals and fundraising applications.
• Experience in planning and executing fundraising events and campaigns.

Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Strong networking and interpersonal skills.
• Good understanding of fundraising principles and techniques.
• Ability to develop and implement effective fundraising strategies.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Good knowledge of relevant fundraising regulations and guidelines.

Qualifications

• A degree or equivalent qualification would be useful to demonstrate ability in written communication, but other ways of demonstrating this could be equally as important.

Salary, Hours and Perks

• Part‑time or full‑time can be considered.
• The salary is £25k‑£32,500 pro rata, dependent on experience and qualifications. If you are currently in a higher salaried role this can be discussed at the interview.
• Additional bonuses are available based on performance.
• Potential additional commision‑based work
• Some homework can be discussed.
• Flexible working can be discussed.
• Friendly and supportive team
• Development opportunities
• Discounts on high‑street brands
• Free childcare during school holidays
• Access to all of our programmes, free of charge
• Access to health and fitness space within our centre
• Access to counselling and wellbeing support

Empowr-U CIC is committed to promoting equality and diversity.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.