Remote Community Fundraising & Partnerships Lead

Muslim Hands; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Muslim Hands is seeking a Community Fundraising Manager to build partnerships with schools, faith organisations, clubs and community groups to drive fundraising initiatives and events across local communities.

You will develop strategies, sponsorship opportunities and supporter engagement, travel as needed, and work towards growing fundraising impact while ensuring compliance and safeguarding across activities.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering or managing successful community fundraising programmes.
• Excellent relationship building skills and the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with confidence speaking to groups and individuals.
• Experience organising fundraising campaigns, events or community initiatives.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities at once.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with an eye for detail.
• Experience using CRM databases to manage supporter relationships and information.
• Able to work independently while bringing a positive, collaborative attitude to the team.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a community fundraising strategy that inspires schools, faith organisations, clubs and community groups to support Muslim Hands.
• Create event and sponsorship opportunities that raise funds, build relationships and grow brand awareness.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community groups and organisations, keeping supporters engaged throughout the year.
• Make supporters feel valued by recognising their contributions and thanking them for their generosity.
• Guide supporters through their own fundraising challenges and events, from onboarding and practical support to feedback and thanks.
• Develop a community fundraising toolkit packed with resources to help supporters bring their ideas to life.
• Attend networking opportunities to build connections and develop new partnerships.
• Represent Muslim Hands at events, confidently presenting our work and fundraising face to face.
• Capture and share inspiring supporter stories and fundraising successes.
• Manage the community fundraising budget, ensuring resources are used effectively.
• Ensure all fundraising activities meet relevant fundraising regulations, data protection legislation and organisational policies.
• Champion safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion across all fundraising activities.
• Ensure fundraising activities are delivered safely, responsibly and ethically.
• Travel to the field as required to support fundraising activities and build connections.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication

CRM databases

Project management

Organisational skills

Job description

Muslim Hands is seeking a Community Fundraising Manager to build partnerships with schools, faith organisations, clubs and community groups to drive fundraising initiatives and events across local communities.

You will develop strategies, sponsorship opportunities and supporter engagement, travel as needed, and work towards growing fundraising impact while ensuring compliance and safeguarding across activities.