At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a passionate team to organise impactful community events and fundraising campaigns.
- Company: Compton Care, dedicated to providing high-quality support for those with life-limiting conditions.
- Benefits: Generous leave, employee assistance, discounts, and free parking.
- Other info: Flexible hybrid working and opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in public fundraising and event management is essential.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a team of passionate and experienced Community and Events Fundraisers to achieve substantial income targets through focusing on building relationships in our geographical area and developing a cohesive range of mass participation fundraising events, campaigns, appeals and products which engage new and existing supporters.
We are looking for an experienced Community and Events Fundraising Manager to drive forward our work in the public fundraising arena. The role is varied, fast paced and high profile. Managing a small team of Fundraisers to deliver ambitious income targets through our series of owned and third-party mass participation events and also supporting our Community to raise funds and awareness on behalf of Compton.
What we do
Compton Care provides high quality, accessible care and support for the people in our communities living with life limiting conditions across Wolverhampton, the Black Country, South Staffordshire and East Shropshire. The charity’s annual running costs are £16 million, with 70% of this funded through our stores, fundraising, and donations from amazing supporters.
What we want you to bring
- Significant public fundraising experience in a supporter led, mass participation and third-party challenge events environment.
- Familiarity with working at pace and managing varying projects and priorities at the same time.
- Knowledge and understanding of fundraising compliance and best practice.
- Experience of successful Fundraising events management and Health and safety procedures.
- Thorough knowledge of volunteering practices and charity sector initiatives.
- Experience of financial budgeting, reforecasting and planning.
- Passion, resilience, innovative ideas, great team and line management skills, and a sharp focus on income generation and net contribution.
What you get in return
- Generous annual leave entitlement increasing with long service.
- Death in service benefit at two times salary.
- Employee assistance programme and 24/7 GP access.
- Blue Light card accredited and access to a discount platform.
- Staff discount in our coffee shops.
- Free onsite car parking at Compton Hall.
About our recruitment process:
Please note that we reserve the right to close a vacancy before the published closing date where applicant volume is high. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a Standard submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions. It is also subject to satisfactory references and occupational health clearance.
Community and Events Manager in Wolverhampton employer: Compton Care
Compton Care is an exceptional employer, dedicated to providing high-quality care and support while fostering a positive work environment in Dudley. As a Store Manager, you will not only lead a passionate team but also contribute to a meaningful cause, with opportunities for personal growth through our in-house management training programme. Enjoy competitive benefits, including a generous leave policy and employee assistance programmes, all while making a real difference in the lives of those in your community.
