Fundraising Officer (Community & Corporate)

Fundraising Officer (Community & Corporate)

Location: Leatherhead, Surrey (Hybrid)

Salary: £28,000 + Excellent Benefits

Working Hours: 35 hours per week

The Client:

Our client, a leading charitable organisation in the health and social care sector, focused on supporting unpaid carers of all ages and their recipients with information and practical assistance.

The Role:

As aFundraising Officer, youll build and maintain corporate and community connections under the Fundraising Managers guidance through prospecting, networking, digital acquisition, and ongoing stewardship.

Responsibilities:

? Cultivate a pipeline of corporate supporters, pitching charity partnerships and attending events.
? Develop relationships for corporate donations, sponsorships, payroll giving, and staff involvement.
? Engage local businesses to secure income, pro bono support, and gifts in kind.
? Prepare compelling proposals and presentations, responding to potential supporter proposals.
? Manage and increase donations through community fundraising, schools, clubs, and groups.
? Develop fundraising asks tailored to potential supporters, fostering relationships and income.
? Recruit participants for sponsored running events and organise in-house events.
? Network and share the charitys message through business forums, media, and the community.
? Support the implementation of a communications plan for social media, newsletters, and fundraising materials.
? Record data and produce accurate reports.
? Ensure accurate record-keeping in the CRM database.
? Respond promptly to inquiries via phone, post, and email.


Requirements:

? Previously worked as a Fundraising Officer or in a similar role.
? Fundraising experience with a successful track record and / or a background of account management or business development.
? Understanding of the charity sector.
? Skilled in MS Office suite.
? Comprehensive knowledge of Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 20