Community Fundraiser
4 days ago
Eastleigh
Company Description Youth Options works with children and young people across Southampton and west Hampshire. We believe that all children and young people can achieve a better future if given the chance. You can help us achieve that vision. Our mission is to support children and young people to engage, develop and become empowered to achieve a better future. We believe that every young person has the potential to realise their abilities and aspirations and make a valuable contribution to their communities. We focus our work on three key areas: Prevention: supporting children and young people to engage positively with their friends, family and local community, particularly in areas of need through street-based and centre-based youth work. Targeted action: one to one and group support focusing on achieving positive outcomes including engagement children and young people in nature-based, outdoor learning. Progression opportunities: supporting young people to take personal responsibility for their future through gaining qualifications, volunteer placements and employability programmes Role Description This is a fantastic opportunity to shape and build our Community and Events fundraising. We need a creative and enthusiastic individual to build a key audience of supporters dedicated to the difference Youth Options makes to the lives of young people. No two days will be the same, from support a fundraiser to reach their fundraising target to planning our annual fundraising events, presenting to local community groups to running a stall at the local carnival. You will have the opportunity to engage with the local community, build a network of fundraisers, run your own events and challenges and, most importantly, help those who need support now more than ever. Contract Type: Permanent Location: Eastleigh/hybrid with some travel across Hampshire Hours: Part or Full-time considered (Evening and occasional weekend working will be required) Reports to: Head of Fundraising and Communications Starting Salary: £25,740- £28,275 Responsibilities Fundraising: • Raise income to support our fundraising strategy, • Research, recruit and support individuals to raise funds through their own fundraising events, challenges and competitions, • Design and run fundraising opportunities, • Motivate and encourage supporters to maximise income, • Build up a dedicated supporter base to support Youth Options’ community programmes through events and networking., • Develop our Community Champion Scheme, • Research local organisations and present our work to them to create lasting relationships. Person Specification Experience: • Working in a similar events or fundraising role, • Planning and running events, • Funding and charitable sectors, • Researching, attending and running events, • Proven track record of developing and managing donor relationships, • Aware of opportunities in the local area, • Computer literate in MS Office, • Outstanding organisational skills and attention to detail, • Outstanding communication skills, • Outstanding networker capable of developing relationships, • Able to plan, prioritise and manage a varied workload, • Ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines, • Able to effectively represent Youth Options and promote core brand messages, • A creative thinker who can bring fresh outlook and ideas, • Collaborative, able to work in a small, informal team, • Strong affinity with our values of being committed, supportive and inspiring, • Confident, approachable, friendly person, • Highly motivated, with ability to work independently and act on initiative, • Flexible and adaptable, • Willingness to learn and offer a positive approach to the work at hand, • Ambitious and target driven