Partnerships & Fundraising Executive
The Partnerships & Fundraising Executive will support the Head of Partnerships & Fundraising in securing new fundraising opportunities and managing both new and current partnerships that fuel Burnley FC in the Community’s charitable work. The role will help deliver fundraising campaigns, build strong relationships with partners and donors, and contribute to generating sustainable income that strengthens the charity’s impact across the community.
Roles and Responsibilities
Partnerships & Fundraising
- Lead Generation & Sales: Proactively source, pitch, and recruit new corporate partners, sponsors, and ambassadors.
- Account Management: Serve as point of contact for existing partners, ensuring contractual obligations are met and maximizing partner retention.
- Relationship Building: Host key account meetings, networking sessions, and stakeholder calls to identify upselling and cross‑selling opportunities.
- Asset Management: Administer partnership assets, benefits, and communication plans to guarantee maximum value for all stakeholders.
- New Business Development: Research prospective corporate partners, write compelling funding pitches, and cold call to generate fresh income streams.
- Build and maintain positive, long‑lasting relationships with corporate partners and stakeholders.
- Review and facilitate the delivery of corporate partnership SLA terms to ensure an excellent partnership experience.
- Create and maintain a partnership‑focused CRM system.
- Co‑ordinate and execute partnership activations, contracts and proposals.
- Maintain a customer‑relations focused approach to support the growth and organisation of the Charity/Fundraising network.
- Consistently achieve and exceed defined performance targets and key KPIs for partnerships & fundraising initiatives to maintain high standards of delivery and continuous improvement.
Fundraising Events (Support Head of Partnerships & Fundraising and Marketing & Events Coordinator)
- Co‑ordinate the organisation and delivery of events (to include presence at the event).
- Responsibility of logging new charity events for approval.
- Work closely with the operations team to plan and implement programme‑specific events, sharing expertise and providing impactful community events.
- Support on certain / seasonal events to promote the charity and associated facilities, in the run up to and on matchdays.
General
- To understand and implement the Charity’s Safeguarding policy, procedures, and best practice guidelines in your role. Use this understanding to ensure safe working practices, appropriate reporting of concerns and contribute positively to a safe environment.
- To be able to work flexible hours where the role of the job requires.
- To work towards agreed objectives.
- Comply with all Charity policies.
- Promote the Burnley FC in the Community brand and ethos in a professional, strong, and positive manner.
- Work alongside other team members to support in other areas of the organisation as and when required to promote best practice.
- Hold a commitment to equality and diversity in the workplace.
- Willingness to attend training courses to enhance own professional development.
- Always demonstrate the Charity’s values.
Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills
- 5 GCSEs (Grade 4-9) including Maths & English.
- A relevant qualification or equivalent experience in a fundraising/events role.
- Confidence in working with new people or unfamiliar situations.
- Excellent IT and MS Office skills, specifically Excel and PowerPoint.
- Interpersonal communication – demonstrates exceptional relationship building ability, able to engage confidently with partners, donors, businesses, and community stakeholders.
- Telephone confidence – comfortable making outbound calls, pitching opportunities, following up leads, and maintaining professional, persuasive conversations.
- Verbal and written communication – able to articulate Burnley FC in the Community’s mission clearly and compellingly, adapting tone and style to different audiences.
- Fundraising knowledge – understanding of fundraising principles, corporate partnerships, sponsorships, and donor stewardship.
- Organisational skills – able to manage multiple leads, deadlines, and partner relationships simultaneously with accuracy and professionalism.
- Team collaboration – works effectively within a passionate, community focused team environment, reflecting the charity’s inclusive values.
- IT proficiency – competent in CRM systems, email communication, and standard office software to track partner engagement and fundraising activity.
Safeguarding Statement
Burnley FC in the Community are committed to safeguarding children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced Criminal Record Check (DBS), which will be paid for by the Charity.
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022, an online safeguarding search will also be carried out by a member of our HR or Safeguarding Team for all shortlisted candidates. The post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.
E, D & I Statement
Burnley FC in the Community are committed to equality and diversity within the workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Reasonable adjustments are available for candidates and those employed by BFCitC who disclose.
Veteran Statement
Burnley FC in the Community are committed to supporting veterans, reservists and the wider armed forces community. We are actively engaged in the recruitment of Service Leavers.
Mental Health Statement
Burnley FC in the Community are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health of all our staff.
