Trainee Fundraiser — 9-Month Grants & Conservation Focus

Cumbria Wildlife Trust; Kendal; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contributions 9%

Job summary

Cumbria Wildlife Trust is offering a 9-month Fundraising Trainee position based in Kendal. The role focuses on supporting the Grants Team while exposing you to corporate partnerships, individual giving, community fundraising and grants activities.

The trainee will develop practical fundraising skills, with mentoring from an experienced team in a charity setting. The ideal candidate is passionate about conservation in Cumbria, with keen attention to detail, and good written and verbal

Qualifications

• Entry-level traineeship in fundraising
• Interest in conservation and Cumbria
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Support Grants Team with fundraising activities
• Assist in corporate partnerships, individual giving, community fundraising and grants
• Prepare materials and write communications for different audiences
• Maintain accurate records and track fundraising activities

Skills

Communication skills

Written communication

Attention to detail

MS Word proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Word

Excel

Job description

Cumbria Wildlife Trust is offering a 9-month Fundraising Trainee position based in Kendal. The role focuses on supporting the Grants Team while exposing you to corporate partnerships, individual giving, community fundraising and grants activities.

The trainee will develop practical fundraising skills, with mentoring from an experienced team in a charity setting. The ideal candidate is passionate about conservation in Cumbria, with keen attention to detail, and good written and verbal