West Midlands Fundraising Admin Assistant (Ftc - 3 Months)

Islamic Relief Worldwide; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Islamic Relief Worldwide is seeking a Fundraising Admin Assistant to be based across one of the following regions: Glasgow, Manchester, Bradford, Leicester, Birmingham or East London. The role supports regional fundraising operations with volunteers and supporters, providing essential administrative help and accurate record-keeping.

The successful candidate will assist with fundraising activities, manage information systems, and help deliver campaigns that transform lives.

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative role.
• Experience of effectively maintaining electronic and paper-based administrative, financial and information systems.
• Proven experience of working under pressure in a busy environment.
• Knowledge of the local region and community.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Good communication skills, written and verbal.
• Ability to record financial information accurately within procedures and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality administrative support across regional fundraising operations.
• Assist with fundraising activities and events.
• Maintain accurate records and donor information.
• Help ensure an excellent supporter experience.

Skills

Administrative experience

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

IT literacy

Social media familiarity

Driving licence

Flexibility including evenings/weekend

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) is a faith-based humanitarian relief and development organisation working to save and transform the lives of some of the world’s most vulnerable people. Established in 1984, with an active presence in over 45 countries, we strive to make the world a better and fairer place for those affected by poverty, conflict and natural disasters. IRUK’s focus is strengthening effective funding, mobilising for change through advocacy and awareness-raising, and strengthening programme development and delivery. IRUK works with various partners and institutions, from governments, non-governmental organisations and local authorities to grassroots communities.

Islamic Relief UK (IRUK) is actively recruiting for the position of Fundraising Admin Assistant to be based across one of the following regions: Glasgow, Manchester, Bradford, Leicester, Birmingham or East London.

Job Purpose

The Fundraising Admin Assistant will play a vital role in supporting the smooth running of regional fundraising operations across a busy and fast-paced environment. Working closely with fundraising colleagues, volunteers and supporters, the postholder will provide high-quality administrative support, assist with fundraising activities and events, maintain accurate records and help ensure an excellent supporter experience. This is an exciting opportunity for an organised and proactive individual looking to contribute to impactful fundraising campaigns that help transform lives around the world.

The successful candidate must have:

• Experience in an administrative role.
• Experience of effectively maintaining electronic and paper-based administrative, financial and information systems.
• Proven experience of successfully working under pressure, with multiple demands and within a busy environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of the local region and community.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• The ability to work accurately under pressure and maintain excellent attention to detail.
• A high standard of numeracy, including the ability to accurately enter and record financial information while working within defined procedures and regulations.
• Ability to represent Islamic Relief professionally in a wide range of situations.
• Ability to work under pressure, remain self-motivated and deliver against agreed targets and deadlines.
• IT literacy with the ability to use Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter) and Snapchat.
• Strong motivation and empathy towards the aims and objectives of the organisation.
• A friendly, proactive and team-oriented approach, with a willingness to support colleagues and volunteers where required.
• Willingness to work flexibly, including occasional evenings, weekends and travel where necessary.
• A current full UK driving licence.