Community Fundraiser in Salisbury

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in growing and supporting a vibrant community charity fundraising programme. You will inspire, guide, and empower supporters to deliver successful fundraising activities, helping to maximise income and deepen long-term engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporter Experience & Fundraising Growth
  • Design and deliver exceptional supporter journeys, ensuring every fundraiser feels valued and motivated - from initial idea through to event delivery and beyond.
  • Provide hands-on support, guidance, and encouragement to help maximise fundraising results and build lasting relationships.
  • Develop innovative initiatives and campaigns to grow income and introduce new audiences to the organisation’s work.
• Community Engagement & Relationships
  • Act as a key point of contact for supporter enquiries, providing resources, fundraising materials, and advice.
  • Build strong relationships with supporters from diverse backgrounds, ensuring a personalised and engaging experience.
  • Encourage continued involvement through meaningful stewardship and recognition.
• Volunteer & Event Management
  • Recruit, motivate, and manage a network of volunteers and community ambassadors.
  • Coordinate volunteer participation at events, including challenge events and community activities.
  • Arrange attendance at supporter-led events, talks, and presentations where representation is required.
• Events & External Opportunities
  • Identify and manage participation in third-party events (e.g. community shows and national celebrations) to raise awareness, recruit supporters, and strengthen brand presence.
  • Ensure all events deliver a high-quality experience that reflects organisational values and goals.
• Strategy, Planning & Performance
  • Work collaboratively to develop and deliver an annual community fundraising strategy aligned with wider organisational objectives.
  • Monitor performance against KPIs, analysing outcomes to continuously improve future activities.
  • Contribute to budget planning and oversee income and expenditure within community fundraising.
• Marketing & Communications
  • Partner with Communications teams to promote fundraising campaigns across relevant channels.
  • Support the creation of engaging, accessible fundraising resources and materials.
  • Manage online communities and social platforms to keep supporters informed, inspired, and connected.
• Data & Systems
  • Ensure accurate recording of supporter data and income in line with processes and compliance standards.
  • Build smooth and user-friendly sign-up journeys, capturing insights to inform future activity.
• General
  • Support wider team initiatives and undertake additional responsibilities as required.

Person Specification

Essential Skills & Experience

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to inspire and engage a wide range of audiences.
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Proven ability to develop new ideas and initiatives.
• Confident relationship builder with a collaborative and supportive approach.
• Solid administrative and IT skills (including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and resilient under pressure.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for events.
• Experience within the not-for-profit sector.
• Full, clean driving licence.

Desirable

• Experience in community or event fundraising.
• Knowledge of data protection regulations.
• Familiarity with CRM systems.
• Confidence driving hired vehicles.

Salary DOE - £26,500 - £31,500 Salisbury based

Why Join This Role? You’ll be part of a passionate team making a tangible difference, with the opportunity to shape creative fundraising initiatives, build meaningful relationships, and see the direct impact of your work in local communities.

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