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SalaryAre you organised, personable, creative and passionate about making a difference to people affected by cancer? If so, we have a fabulous opportunity for you as Fundraising Assistant where you can put your administration and relationship building skills to use for a meaningful cause.
About Big C
As a regional cancer charity, Big C are dedicated to supporting anyone affected by cancer in Norfolk and neighbouring counties whilst working with key partners in research and healthcare to improve future outcomes.
An estimated 2.5 million people are living with cancer in the UK. 1 in 2 people will get cancer in their lifetime. Big C seeks and implements new approaches and projects to make sure that no one is missing out on the opportunity to access our support.
Big C’s charitable work focuses on four key areas:
- supporting people affected by cancer
- funding world-class local research into cancer
- providing vital medical equipment and facilities in the county’s main acute hospital trusts
- providing interventional and presentational education programmes for the general public and healthcare professionals.
The dedication of our employees, volunteers, supporters and fundraisers is how we continue to improve the lives of those affected by cancer and their families.
About the role
As our full-time Fundraising Assistant, you will join our small but busy Fundraising Marketing & Communications team. In this interesting and varied role, you will directly help Big C achieve its income generation targets, being first port of call for community supporters and supporting the team with planning and running engaging events.
As a successful candidate you should have experience in corporate, community or individual fundraising, and experience of using CRM databases. You will also need to be a creative thinker, have strong interpersonal skills and demonstrate a real enthusiasm to work hard and achieve great results.
You will be based at Big C’s office in Centrum, a bright and modern building on Norwich Research Park. The team are currently working a hybrid of home and office allowing some flexibility in working hours. Travel across East Anglia will be required to work from other Big C premises and to attend events from time to time.
The hours of work are 35 hours per week, predominantly Monday to Friday but some flexibility for evening and weekend working will be required.
The salary is £20,212.50 to £20,370.00 per annum (subject to skills and experience). This will increase from 1st April 2024 to £21,142.28 to £21,307.02.
Please see the full job description and person specification for this role on our website.
Why choose Big C?
As a Best Employer Eastern Region Gold accredited employer, we are proud to be able to offer a supportive working environment with a focus on employee wellbeing, equity and recognition of the importance of a good work/life balance.
Subject to eligibility/scheme rules, benefits include:
- 5% employer pension contribution
- 33 days holiday per annum, inclusive of bank holidays (full time equivalent)
- cycle to work scheme
- company sick pay
- life assurance
- health cash plan and wellbeing resources
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Big C's Core Values are Respect Empathy Support Trust Honesty. They provide a benchmark for behaviour across the organisation. If you share these values, have the skills and experience, we would love to hear from you.
Recruitment Process
When applying, please complete the online application fully. Your covering letter should clearly state why you feel you will be a great ambassador for Big C Cancer Charity and provide any other relevant support information that will help us understand your suitability for this role . If you would prefer to apply another way, or require information in an accessible format, please get in touch.
Closing date for applications: Sunday 18th February 2024 however please note that this vacancy may close earlier. Interviews will take place as soon as possible.
