Interim Major Donor & Special Events Fundraiser

PROSPECTUS; City Of London; Remote; GBP 33,000; Part time

Job summary

A charity organization is looking for a Major Gifts & Special Events Fundraiser to support fundraising efforts and enhance major donor relationships. This part-time role, requiring 4 days a week, offers a pro-rata salary of £33,000 and involves remote work with occasional visits to High Wycombe. The position calls for strong fundraising experience and organizational skills. Ideal candidates will thrive independently or within a team environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in charity fundraising, preferably with major donors and high-value events.
• Strong communication, organisational and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence working both independently and within a busy team, able to prioritise effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential short-term support across major donor stewardship and fundraising events.
• Maintain strong relationships with major supporters and ensure timely communication.
• Support the planning and delivery of flagship events and key fundraising activities.

Skills

Charity fundraising experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Relationship-building skills

Ability to work independently

Time management skills

Job description

Overview

Our client supports children and young people up to 25 when someone important to them has died or is not expected to live, and parents and families when a baby or child dies or is dying. Alongside direct support, the organisation provides high‑quality training to professionals across health, education, emergency services, and the corporate and voluntary sectors. Prospectus are delighted to be supporting with their search for an interim Major Gifts & Special Events Fundraiser (4 days a week).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide essential short‑term support across major donor stewardship and the delivery of high‑profile fundraising events.
• Maintain strong relationships with major supporters and ensure timely and personalised communication.
• Support the planning and delivery of two flagship events, along with other key fundraising activities.

Key Qualifications

• Proven experience in charity fundraising, preferably with major donors and high‑value events.
• Strong communication, organisational and relationship‑building skills.
• Confidence working both independently and within a busy team, able to prioritise effectively and manage multiple tasks at pace.

Remuneration & Working Conditions

£33,000 pro rata. Fixed contract until 31 May 2026. Part‑time – 4 days a week. Remote with occasional visits to High Wycombe.

Equality & Diversity

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustments to any part of the process then please contact Jessica Stoddart at Prospectus.

Application Process

If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you’ll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you. In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You’ll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.