Fundraising Support Officer

Responsibilities: 

• To develop and execute comprehensive plans to meet organisational fund raising targets
• Promote fund raising initiatives through various channels including social media
• Support the coordination fundraising events ensuring they are well organised and the logistics are managed effectively 
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors and community partners 
• Support the management of the end-to-end donor journey to help ensure timely and appropriate communication and acknowledgement to donors 
• Keep track of donations on micro soft excel and generate on-going figures and donor information. 
• With the Service Delivery Manager monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of fundraising strategies
• Attend fundraising planning meetings and fundraising events 

Requirements:

• Some experience in fundraising and coordinating arrangements for events 
• A pro-active approach to problem-solving with strong organisational skills 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Ability to effectively market fundraising events on social media 
• Strong relationship management skills, demonstrating a commitment to donor satisfaction 
• Ability to use microsoft Excel and Word

We are inviting motivated, energetic individuals who are eager to make a difference through effective fund raising, to apply for this rewarding development opportunity. 

Additional information: 

the position is a temporary (fixed tern contract for 6 months)

It is envisaged that the hours pattern will be Monday - 9 to 5 with a 30 minute break; Wednesday 9 to 5 with a 30 minute break  and Thursday 11 to 7 with a 30 minute break. If successful we can be flexible on hours pattern to try to meet your needs however the one evening is necessary to attend the fund raising committee meeting. There will be occasions when you will be asked to attend weekend fund raising events, in such instances you will be given time off in lieu or you will be paid for the time worked.  

Before making an application please look at our website to familiarise yourself with us.