Fundraising Officer

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Eastcote; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Training & development

Impactful work

Term-time options

Job summary

CAAS is seeking a passionate Fundraising Officer (Part-Time) to develop and deliver fundraising initiatives in North West London. Based in Eastcote with some home-working, the role focuses on growing income, donor relationships, and expanding impact across the community.

You will work closely with the Fundraising & Communications Manager and CEO to deliver sustainable income, build trust with donors and partners, and raise awareness of CAAS services and programmes.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fundraising role within charity or not-for-profit sector.
• Proven track record in community fundraising, events, individual giving or related income generation.
• Experience building relationships with donors, supporters, community groups or corporate partners.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent written skills, including experience preparing funding applications or fundraising materials.
• Experience using a CRM or database to manage supporter information.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Positive, professional and collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Developing and delivering community fundraising initiatives and events.
• Recruiting and supporting individual and community fundraisers.
• Building relationships with donors, schools, community groups and corporate partners.
• Researching and developing new fundraising opportunities.
• Supporting trust and grant applications.
• Growing digital and social media fundraising campaigns.
• Maintaining fundraising records and supporter data using our CRM.
• Representing CAAS at events, presentations and community engagements.

Skills

Fundraising experience

Donor relations

Communication skills

Written fundraising materials

CRM/database experience

Organisation & prioritisation

Team player

Public speaking

Education

Fundraising qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Vacancies

Fundraising Officer

About

Fundraising Officer (Part-Time)

Location: Eastcote, HA4 9XA (with some potential for home working)

Salary: £30,000 FTE (£17,015 pro rata, inclusive of holiday allowance)

Hours: 23 hours per week during term time (38 weeks) plus 7 hours per week for 6 weeks during school holidays

Reports to: Fundraising & Communications Manager

Help Make a Difference for ADHD and Autistic People Across North West London

The Centre for ADHD and Autism Support (CAAS) is looking for a passionate, proactive and relationship-focused Fundraising Officer to help grow our income and expand our impact across North West London.

Every year, CAAS supports hundreds of ADHD and autistic children, young people, adults and their families through information, advice, support services, training and community programmes. As demand for our services continues to grow, we are seeking a talented fundraiser who can help us build strong supporter relationships, develop new income streams, and ensure our vital work reaches even more people.

If you are an experienced fundraiser who enjoys building connections, creating opportunities and making a real difference in your community, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

Working closely with the Fundraising & Communications Manager and CEO, you will play a key role in developing and delivering fundraising activities that generate sustainable income and increase awareness of CAAS.

This varied and rewarding role will include:

• Developing and delivering community fundraising initiatives and events
• Recruiting and supporting individual and community fundraisers
• Building relationships with donors, schools, community groups and corporate partners
• Researching and developing new fundraising opportunities
• Supporting trust and grant applications
• Helping to grow digital and social media fundraising campaigns
• Maintaining fundraising records and supporter data using our CRM
• Representing CAAS at events, presentations and community engagements

You will also act as an ambassador for the charity, delivering excellent supporter care and helping donors understand the impact of their contributions.

About You

We're looking for someone who brings enthusiasm, initiative and a proven ability to generate income through fundraising activities.

You will have:

Essential

• Experience in a fundraising role, ideally within the charity or not-for-profit sector
• A successful track record in community fundraising, events, individual giving or related income generation
• Experience building relationships with donors, supporters, community groups or corporate partners
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Excellent written skills, including experience preparing funding applications or fundraising materials
• Experience using a CRM or database to manage supporter information
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• A positive, professional and collaborative approach

Desirable

• Experience supporting fundraising volunteers or volunteer groups
• Corporate fundraising experience
• Experience contributing to larger trust and foundation applications
• Knowledge of digital fundraising and social media campaigns
• A fundraising qualification or equivalent experience
• Full UK driving licence

You do not need previous experience of working with ADHD or autistic people. Full training will be provided. What matters most is that you share our commitment to inclusion, diversity and improving the lives of neurodivergent people and their families.

Why Join CAAS?

• Make a genuine difference to local families and communities
• Join a passionate and supportive team
• Flexible working arrangements available
• Opportunity to develop your fundraising career across multiple income streams
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Be part of a respected charity with a growing impact across North West London

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

CAAS values diversity and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ candidates.

We are committed to flexible working and will consider options including term-time working, compressed hours, annualised hours and job-share arrangements where appropriate.

Safeguarding

CAAS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The successful candidate will be required to provide satisfactory references, complete pre-employment checks and undertake an Enhanced DBS check.

Please note

If you haven't heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted for interview. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unfortunately unable to respond to everyone individually.

Thank you for considering a role with us - we genuinely value your interest and hope you will consider applying for future opportunities.