At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a passionate fundraising team and drive community engagement for impactful charity events.
- Company: Join a compassionate charity dedicated to making a difference in hospice care.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and the chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal growth and making a difference.
- Why this job: Shape fundraising strategies and inspire others while supporting a meaningful cause.
- Qualifications: Experience in fundraising management and a passion for community engagement.
The predicted salary is between 42000 - 42000 £ per year.
Harris Hill is delighted to be working with a fantastic charity to recruit a passionate and experienced Community & Events Fundraising Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to join a compassionate and ambitious organisation, leading the development and growth of the charity's Community & Events fundraising programme. Reporting to the Head of Public Fundraising, you will play a key role in shaping strategy, driving income growth and building a high-performing team that delivers exceptional supporter experiences.
About the Role
As Community & Events Fundraising Manager, you will lead and inspire a dedicated fundraising team, bringing structure, innovation and accountability to the Community & Events function. You will oversee a diverse portfolio of community fundraising activity, mass participation events and special events, while developing clear plans to achieve sustainable income growth.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and developing a motivated, high performing fundraising team
- Translating fundraising strategy into clear operational plans and delivery roadmaps
- Managing budgets, KPIs and income targets
- Driving supporter engagement and stewardship excellence
- Developing new fundraising products and events
- Using data and CRM insight to improve performance and supporter journeys
- Ensuring fundraising compliance and best practice
- Acting as an ambassador for the charity across the community
About You
We are looking for a collaborative and strategic fundraising leader with:
- Proven experience managing teams within a fundraising or income generation environment
- Strong Community and/or Events fundraising experience with a track record of income growth
- Experience managing budgets, KPIs and business plans
- Excellent leadership, planning and organisational skills
- Strong understanding of supporter stewardship and fundraising best practice
- Experience using CRM systems and data insight effectively
- A genuine commitment to the mission and values of hospice care
This role would suit someone who thrives on motivating others, improving ways of working and delivering meaningful impact through fundraising.
Salary: up to £42,000 per annum
Contract type: Permanent, full time
Location: London, hybrid working - 2 days in the office
Deadline: On rolling basis
Recruitment process: CV and Supporting Statement to If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Community & Events Fundraising Manager in Slough employer: Harris Hill Charity Recruitment Specialists
CPRE Sussex is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead and shape the future of Sussex's countryside while enjoying flexible working arrangements. With a strong commitment to employee growth, a collaborative work culture, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on local communities, this role provides not just a job, but a chance to be part of a respected charity dedicated to environmental stewardship and community engagement.
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