Senior Fundraising & Communications Officer

Guardian Jobs; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity in Oxford seeks a Senior Fundraising & Communications Officer to enhance income generation and community engagement. The role involves collaboration with various stakeholders to support mental health advocacy and drive fundraising initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experienced in fundraising and marketing.
• Skilled at supporter stewardship and public speaking.

Responsibilities

• Support income generation, marketing, and communications.
• Plan and coordinate events, maintain relationships with community groups.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Interpersonal

Problem Solving

Time Management

Job description

Senior Fundraising & Communications Officer

Full time role – 35 hours a week

THE ROLE

As Senior Fundraising & Engagement Officer, you will be instrumental in supporting income generation, marketing, and communications. You will ensure those outside Restore have opportunities to Get Support (access recovery services and information), Give Support (donate and contribute), and Get Involved (participate in community events and fundraising initiatives).

Reporting to the Head of Fundraising & Communications, the role demands exceptional organisational skills, interpersonal abilities, and a strong commitment to mental health advocacy. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, including volunteers, service users and external partners, the ideal candidate will be highly motivated, proactive, and capable of both independent and team-based work. This is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a respected community charity, driving engagement and income to support those on their recovery journey.

YOUR BACKGROUND

The ideal candidate will be experienced in fundraising and marketing, well-organised, capable of planning and coordinating events, adept at forming and maintaining relationships with companies and community groups, and skilled at supporter stewardship. They should be confident in public speaking, passionate about tackling mental health stigma, and enthusiastic about engagement and income generation. Strong research, problem-solving, and time management skills are essential, along with IT literacy, and knowledge of data protection.

Your Skills and Experience - The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate that they meet the following criteria below.

• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in fundraising, donor engagement, or communications.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines effectively.
• A proactive and creative approach to fundraising and engagement.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Join Restore for a meaningful and rewarding role in a respected charity. The chance to be part of a team that changes lives and makes a real impact in the community.

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