Fundraising Officers

Turning Tides; Worthing; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established charity organization is seeking a passionate Fundraising Officer to join their dedicated team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in shaping fundraising efforts and engaging with the community to inspire support for those facing homelessness. Your responsibilities will include delivering impactful talks, organizing fundraising events, and nurturing relationships with donors. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful change and help individuals on their journey towards stability. If you are a motivated individual with a flair for storytelling and community engagement, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising and community outreach is essential.
• Strong communication skills to engage with diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Deliver talks at community groups to promote fundraising initiatives.
• Steward donors and fundraisers effectively to maintain relationships.

Skills

Fundraising Strategy

Public Speaking

Community Engagement

Storytelling

Event Planning

Education

Degree in Marketing or Communications

Relevant Certifications

Tools

CRM Software

Social Media Platforms

Job description

Turning Tides is a charity that supports people experiencing homelessness in West Sussex. While our central office is in Worthing, our work spans the county - from East Grinstead to Littlehampton and across areas in between. With over 20 accommodation projects, community hubs, and outreach teams, we offer local single adults tailored support to move towards a more stable future. We strongly believe in addressing the root causes of homelessness, so our specialist teams support areas such as mental health, substance misuse, tenancy sustainment, IT skills, employment guidance, and more.

The Fundraising team is small but mighty. We shape and support fundraising efforts for Turning Tides by inspiring compassion for people facing homelessness and engaging supporters through powerful storytelling. From supporting and creating fundraising events to engaging with community groups, corporate clients, and providing 1:1 stewardship with donors, we aim to spread the word of our mission and inspire action in support of those impacted by homelessness. This is an exciting time for the team as we review how we make our supporters' journey meaningful and valued.

About The Role

The Fundraising Officer will work closely with the Fundraising Manager on a wide range of tasks, ensuring our messages reach the right audiences effectively. Responsibilities include giving talks at local community groups such as schools and churches, delivering fundraising initiatives, and stewarding fundraisers and donors. The role will involve weekend and evening work to support our fundraising events.