Regional Fundraiser
Job Location: Across Sussex and Kent Regions
Salary: £28,699 per annum Hours: 35 per week
Contract Type: Permanent Are you ready to make a real impact in your community by driving innovative fundraising initiatives for the British Red Cross? As a
Regional Fundraiser
you will implement the regional fundraising strategy aiming to raise income through regional corporates, volunteer-led, and supporter-led activities. This involves building and cultivating relationships with supporters and volunteers to ensure an excellent supporter experience. This role has some exciting fundraising growth opportunities in the West Sussex area. We would be keen for you to maximise these. Are you skilled at identifying and seizing new fundraising opportunities? Can you effectively engage with a diverse range of supporters and volunteers? Your ability to proactively research and react to emergent opportunities will be crucial in growing income while staying competitive. How do you plan to leverage your communication skills to build strong connections with potential and existing supporters? What does the day in the life of a Regional Fundraiser look like? Building and maintaining relationships with local businesses, supporters, and volunteers to encourage fundraising efforts. Planning and promoting local fundraising events and activities to meet income targets. Managing and updating the fundraising database to ensure accurate records of supporters and donations. Collaborating with other departments to maximise fundraising opportunities. Responding quickly to emergency appeals and adapting plans to take advantage of new fundraising opportunities. Regular travel across the Sussex and Kent regions (access to own vehicle would be a practical advantage). What does it take to be a successful Regional Fundraiser? Strong communication skills to engage and persuade a diverse range of people. Good organisational skills to manage multiple tasks and prioritise your workload effectively. The ability to identify and develop new fundraising opportunities. Experience in planning and delivering successful fundraising events or projects. A proactive approach and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Interested?
Closing date
for applications is 23.59 on
Monday 20
th
January 2025 . Interviews are expected to take place around Wednesday 29th January. Please note, we will be actively reviewing the applications on an ongoing basis. So, we may close the advert (and interview candidates) before the above time scales. Thus, early submission of completed application is advised. In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get: Holidays:
36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days (per annum). Pension scheme:
Up to 6% contributory pension. Flexible working:
We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style. Learning & Development:
Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning. Discounts:
Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform. Wellbeing Support:
Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance. Team Working:
Support our mission in a collaborative team. Cycle2Work:
Lease a bicycle through the scheme. Season ticket loan:
Interest-free loan for commuting expenses. At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the support of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.
Together, we are the world's emergency responders
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Job Location: Across Sussex and Kent Regions
Salary: £28,699 per annum Hours: 35 per week
Contract Type: Permanent Are you ready to make a real impact in your community by driving innovative fundraising initiatives for the British Red Cross? As a
Regional Fundraiser
you will implement the regional fundraising strategy aiming to raise income through regional corporates, volunteer-led, and supporter-led activities. This involves building and cultivating relationships with supporters and volunteers to ensure an excellent supporter experience. This role has some exciting fundraising growth opportunities in the West Sussex area. We would be keen for you to maximise these. Are you skilled at identifying and seizing new fundraising opportunities? Can you effectively engage with a diverse range of supporters and volunteers? Your ability to proactively research and react to emergent opportunities will be crucial in growing income while staying competitive. How do you plan to leverage your communication skills to build strong connections with potential and existing supporters? What does the day in the life of a Regional Fundraiser look like? Building and maintaining relationships with local businesses, supporters, and volunteers to encourage fundraising efforts. Planning and promoting local fundraising events and activities to meet income targets. Managing and updating the fundraising database to ensure accurate records of supporters and donations. Collaborating with other departments to maximise fundraising opportunities. Responding quickly to emergency appeals and adapting plans to take advantage of new fundraising opportunities. Regular travel across the Sussex and Kent regions (access to own vehicle would be a practical advantage). What does it take to be a successful Regional Fundraiser? Strong communication skills to engage and persuade a diverse range of people. Good organisational skills to manage multiple tasks and prioritise your workload effectively. The ability to identify and develop new fundraising opportunities. Experience in planning and delivering successful fundraising events or projects. A proactive approach and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Interested?
Closing date
for applications is 23.59 on
Monday 20
th
January 2025 . Interviews are expected to take place around Wednesday 29th January. Please note, we will be actively reviewing the applications on an ongoing basis. So, we may close the advert (and interview candidates) before the above time scales. Thus, early submission of completed application is advised. In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get: Holidays:
36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days (per annum). Pension scheme:
Up to 6% contributory pension. Flexible working:
We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style. Learning & Development:
Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning. Discounts:
Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform. Wellbeing Support:
Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance. Team Working:
Support our mission in a collaborative team. Cycle2Work:
Lease a bicycle through the scheme. Season ticket loan:
Interest-free loan for commuting expenses. At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the support of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.
Together, we are the world's emergency responders
#J-18808-Ljbffr
