Fundraising Assistant

You will work closely with community groups, volunteers and individuals, providing guidance and motivation to help them raise vital funds for our charity. You will carry out research, deliver events, and recruit participants all whilst providing excellent stewardship.

Interview Date: Tuesday 7th & Thursday 9th April 2020

This post is also subject to an Access NI  clearance.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• To support the fundraising team to generate income from voluntary sources working to agreed targets.
• To support the Country Fundraising Manager and Fundraising Manager, (Corporate and Community) to deliver the NI Fundraising Strategy.
• To implement a community and events programme including recruitment to volunteer groups, recruitment of participants to events and promotion of innovative products.
• To act as the first point of contact for supporters, guiding them through their fundraising journey by providing excellent stewardship.
• To recruit, train and support fundraising volunteers offering fundraising knowledge, and materials.
• To manage the design and distribution of fundraising materials such as flyers, digital marketing tools and be responsible for maintaining the fundraising stock.
• To promote fundraising opportunities through internal and external platforms such as social media, volunteer newsletter, e-newsletter, website etc. with support from the NI PR Officer.
• To maintain accurate records on Raiser’s Edge in accordance with GDPR.
• To work collaboratively with teams across the organisation to maximise opportunities.
• Any other duties and responsibilities within competence, in line with the Institute of Fundraising Code of Practice and our values and policies.