Fundraising Officer – Forgotten Women
London, ENG, GB. This Full Time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.
Fundraising Officer Organisation: Forgotten Women Employment Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term Employment Working Hours: 40 hours per week Location: Hybrid / Home-Based, London Office & UK-Wide Events
About Forgotten Women
Forgotten Women is a UK registered charity supporting women and communities affected by poverty, conflict and humanitarian crises. We are looking for a motivated, organised and confident Fundraising Officer to join our team and help develop and deliver fundraising activities throughout the year. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys engaging with people, organising events, developing fundraising ideas and building lasting relationships with donors, communities and organisations.
About the Role
As a Fundraising Officer, you will play an important role in generating income for Forgotten Women through a variety of fundraising activities. You will be involved in planning and delivering fundraising events, sponsored activities, digital campaigns, donor initiatives, community fundraising and corporate engagement. The role combines fundraising, event coordination, donor engagement and relationship management, and requires someone who is comfortable taking ownership of projects from initial idea through to delivery and follow-up.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver fundraising campaigns and initiatives throughout the year
- Plan and coordinate fundraising events, sponsored walks, challenges and community activities
- Identify new fundraising opportunities and develop creative ideas to increase income
- Engage with existing and prospective donors
- Build relationships with individuals, businesses, community groups and potential partners
- Develop corporate fundraising and sponsorship opportunities
- Support donor acquisition, engagement, retention and follow-up
- Coordinate volunteers and fundraising support teams where required
- Develop and support digital fundraising campaigns
- Work with internal teams to promote fundraising events and campaigns
- Prepare event and campaign proposals before activities are launched
- Complete risk assessments and relevant event planning documentation
- Coordinate venues, suppliers, volunteers and other event requirements
- Ensure marketing and promotional materials are approved before publication
- Maintain accurate fundraising, donor and event records
- Work with the Finance team to reconcile fundraising income and event expenditure
- Prepare post-event and campaign reports
- Attend fundraising reviews, team meetings and planning sessions
- Support the charity in achieving agreed fundraising objectives and milestones
Fundraising Activities
- Charity events
- Sponsored walks and challenges
- Community fundraising
- Digital fundraising campaigns
- Donor appeals
- Corporate fundraising
- Sponsorship opportunities
- Local fundraising initiatives
- Partnership development
- Other fundraising activities agreed with the line manager
Event & Campaign Management
- Preparing event or campaign plans
- Obtaining approval before promotion or expenditure
- Completing risk assessments
- Coordinating marketing requirements
- Supporting volunteer coordination
- Ensuring approved payment and donation methods are used
- Maintaining appropriate fundraising records
- Completing post-event reporting and evaluation
Donor & Community Engagement
- Communicate professionally with donors and supporters
- Encourage participation in fundraising campaigns and events
- Develop relationships with community groups
- Identify opportunities to grow the charity's supporter network
- Maintain appropriate donor follow-up and stewardship
- Represent Forgotten Women professionally at fundraising activities and events
What We Are Looking For
- Confident and comfortable communicating with different people
- Proactive and motivated
- Organised and able to manage multiple activities
- Comfortable planning and coordinating events
- Creative when developing fundraising ideas
- Able to build strong relationships with donors and supporters
- Confident approaching businesses, community groups and potential partners
- Able to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team
- Reliable and able to meet agreed deadlines
- Professional in their communication and conduct
- Comfortable receiving feedback and working towards agreed objectives
- Passionate about charitable and humanitarian work
Desirable Experience
- Experience in any of the following would be beneficial: Charity fundraising Fundraising events Event management Community engagement Corporate partnerships Donor engagement Business development Sales or relationship management Volunteer coordination Digital fundraising
- Previous charity fundraising experience is desirable; however, applicants with strong transferable skills in events, sales, business development, community engagement or relationship management are also encouraged to apply.
Working Arrangements
This is a full-time employee position working 40 hours per week. The role may involve: Home working Working from the Forgotten Women office Travel to fundraising events across the UK Occasional attendance at events outside standard office hours where required Attendance at team meetings, planning sessions, training and event debriefs Flexibility will be required around the fundraising and events calendar.
Our Values
- Dignity and respect
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Communication and accountability
- Professionalism and reliability
- Safeguarding and protection
- Integrity and ethical fundraising
- Responsible representation of beneficiaries and communities
Application Questions
- Do you have previous experience in fundraising, events, sales, business development, community engagement or donor relationship management?
- Are you comfortable planning and delivering fundraising events and campaigns from initial idea through to completion?
- Are you confident approaching individuals, businesses, community groups and potential partners to develop fundraising opportunities?
- Have previously worked towards fundraising, sales, income-generation or other measurable performance targets?
- Are you able to work full-time, 40 hours per week?
- Are you able to travel to fundraising events across the UK when required?
- Are you comfortable occasionally attending fundraising events outside standard office hours when required?
- What interests you about working in fundraising for Forgotten Women?
Work Location
In person
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