Individual Giving Fundraiser

Raystede Centre for Animal Welfare; Lewes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent animal welfare charity in the UK seeks an enthusiastic Individual Giving Fundraiser to lead its fundraising program. The role involves planning and executing diverse campaigns while utilizing data analytics to enhance supporter experience. Ideal candidates should have experience in fundraising, strong project management skills, and a collaborative mindset. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of animals in need while working within a supportive and passionate team environment.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Warm, mission-driven work environment

Unique 43-acre site surrounded by nature

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fundraising or marketing campaign delivery.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Strong analytical skills to use data for decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the Individual Giving programme.
• Plan and manage multi-channel fundraising campaigns.
• Use data to optimize performance and segment audiences.
• Ensure engaging and timely communications with supporters.
• Collaborate with Marketing and external agencies.
• Generate actionable insights to support income growth.
• Manage a small team effectively.

Skills

Experience in Individual Giving or fundraising

Strong project management skills

CRM / data skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Collaborative approach

Supporter-centred mindset

Education

Relevant fundraising or digital qualifications

Job description

About the Role

Help us inspire supporters and transform the lives of animals in need.

Raystede is one of Sussex’s most loved and respected animal welfare charities. Every day, more than 400 animals depend on us for rehoming, rehabilitation, sanctuary and a second chance. We are entering an exciting period of growth — investing in our people, systems and supporter relationships — to secure our impact for decades to come.

We’re looking for a passionate and data-savvy Individual Giving Fundraiser to lead and grow our Individual Giving programme. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who loves creating engaging campaigns, improving supporter experience and using insight to drive results.

As Individual Giving Fundraiser, you will :

• Deliver and continuously improve Raystede’s Individual Giving programme.
• Plan and manage multi-channel campaigns including regular giving, cash appeals, digital fundraising and stewardship journeys.
• Use data and insight to segment audiences, test approaches and optimise performance.
• Oversee supporter journeys to ensure communications are timely, engaging and emotionally compelling.
• Collaborate closely with Marketing and external agencies to deliver joined-up campaigns.
• Produce campaign reports, forecasts and actionable insights to support income growth.
• Line-manage a small team, supporting their development and wellbeing.

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys both creativity and analysis and thrives on delivering high-quality campaigns that inspire people to give.

About You

We’re looking for someone who has :

• Experience in Individual Giving or fundraising / marketing campaign delivery.
• Strong project management skills and confidence managing multiple deadlines.
• Good CRM / data skills and experience using insight to guide decisions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to support and motivate others.
• A compassionate, supporter-centred mindset and genuine interest in animal welfare.

Desirable :

• Experience of Regular Giving programmes, email marketing and digital fundraising.
• Experience managing agencies, budgets and reporting processes.
• Relevant fundraising or digital qualifications.

Why Raystede?

• Join a warm, mission-driven charity full of passionate people.
• Play a key role in shaping our future fundraising strategy.
• Work in a unique 43-acre site surrounded by animals and nature.
• Benefit from training, development and a supportive culture.

If you’re excited by the idea of growing supporter relationships and helping secure a better future for animals in Sussex, we’d love to hear from you.