At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive fundraising efforts and create impactful campaigns to support our mission.
- Company: Join ShelterMK, a values-driven team dedicated to ending homelessness in Milton Keynes.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, job-share options, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to work on diverse projects in a small, dynamic team.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your skills in fundraising and communications.
- Qualifications: Experience in fundraising or communications, excellent storytelling, and relationship-building skills.
Part time available for two people - Drive our funding and champion our mission through content and campaigns. Help us build a future where no one in Milton Keynes has to remain homeless - be the turning point in someone's story.
ShelterMK is looking for a dynamic fundraiser and creative communicator to drive income growth, strengthen our brand, and build powerful partnerships that change lives. We’re open to one full-time role or two part-time specialists from experienced people with proven success in one or both specialisms.
What you’ll do
- Lead fundraising across corporate, trusts and community income
- Build long-term partnerships and a strong Trusts & Foundations pipeline
- Deliver impactful digital comms and compelling stories (internal and external)
- Grow our profile, influence local housing systems, and support advocacy
- Use data and insight to strengthen campaigns and cases for support
What you’ll bring
- Proven fundraising and/or communications experience
- Experienced in fundraising (corporate, trusts, or community for a minimum of 2 years) and/or skilled in marketing and communications
- Excellent writers and storytellers
- Confident relationship-builders who can engage partners at all levels
- Comfortable using data to inform decisions and provide detailed progress reports
- Organised, focused, and able to manage multiple projects
- Passionate about preventing homelessness and supporting vulnerable people
- Experience in housing or homelessness is a bonus, not a requirement.
Why join us
- A supportive, values-driven team based in the same office
- Flexible working and openness to job-share
- A role where your work has real, visible impact
- Variety! As a small team we help each other so you could get involved in lots of new things
Apply with your CV and a short cover letter, telling us what you bring and whether you’re interested in the full-time role or a part-time specialist position — and your preferred hours.
Fundraising & Communications Manager Full or Part Time considered employer: The Shelter MK
ShelterMK is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a tangible difference in the lives of those facing homelessness in Milton Keynes. With a supportive, values-driven team and flexible working options, employees can expect a collaborative work culture that encourages personal growth and involvement in diverse projects. Join us to be part of a mission where your contributions have real impact and help shape a brighter future for our community.
