Regional Fundraising & Partnership Officer South East
hace 9 horas
Ashford
Job Description Are you ready to apply Make sure you understand all the responsibilities and tasks associated with this role before proceeding. Job title Regional Fundraising & Partnership Officer Responsible to Head of Fundraising Location Home-based in the South East of the UK, with regular travel across your region and occasional trips to the charity’s Head Office in Ashford, Kent Hours 35 per week (flexible working patterns considered) Contract Permanent Salary £35,622 (rising to £36,035 after probation) Role purpose To generate sustainable income and grow our community of supporters through regional fundraising campaigns, community fundraising, local trusts and corporates, and regional membership recruitment. This role also supports project-specific giving, ensuring alignment with our priority impact areas, such as raising awareness, patient services and glaucoma research. Key responsibilities Fundraising & Income Generation • Deliver regional fundraising appeals and campaigns aligned to local services., • Develop and support community fundraising activities and events., • Research and apply to relevant rusts and grant makers., • Identify and engage regional corporate supporters., • Create compelling sponsorship proposals and corporate packages., • Support regional membership recruitment., • Help move individuals from initial contact through to deeper engagement and long-term membership of the charity., • Follow up with community and regional supporters to thank and update them., • Tailor recognition to reflect local efforts and giving., • Share stories of impact from regional initiatives., • Provide regional case studies, stories, and testimonials., • Support regional visibility through PR opportunities and storytelling., • Collaborate closely with our local outreach teams to ensure relevance of fundraising activities:, • Identify potential projects and fundraising needs., • Share local insight and opportunities., • Provide updates and feedback from supporters., • Awareness & Introduction – Inspire new supporters through local presence., • First Gift / Contact – Encourage entry-level giving and membership., • Engagement & Involvement – Grow relationships through updates and tailored communication. Skills and Experience Required Essential • Proven experience in fundraising (community, trusts, corporates or individual giving)., • Strong relationship-building skills across a wide range of audiences., • Ability to write compelling fundraising proposals and stories., • Confident in working independently and collaboratively., • Good project management and organisational skills., • Knowledge of the charity sector and supporter journeys., • Experience of working with membership or volunteer-based organisations., • Experience using CRM systems (we use Raisers Edge NXT). Holiday entitlement 25 days holiday per annum (rising by one day per year to 28 days after 3 years’ service), plus Statutory Public Holidays, pro-rated for part-time employees. Healthcare Benenden Healthcare cover, with access to a range of services including private diagnostics, treatment and other essential services. 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme for problems which may impact on health or wellbeing. Pension Up to 5% contributory pension. Learning & development Funded support for learning and development to help employees grow their skills, knowledge and behaviours in pursuit of our strategic objectives. Working arrangements Home-based, with regular travel across the South East and occasional trips to the charity’s Head Office in Ashford, Kent. How to Apply To apply for the post, please email your CV and a covering letterexplaining how you meet the person specification by 5th January 2026 Interviews will take place on15th or 16th January. Interested candidates are urged to keep these dates free. xrnqpay We will be in touch with shortlisted applicants by 10th January. Glaucoma UK is the operating name of the International Glaucoma Association, a charity registered in England and Wales no. 274681 and in Scotland no. SC041550