Fundraising Coordinator

We are looking for a self-motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our client as a Fundraising Coordinator. As a Fundraising Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in providing support and inspiration to individuals participating in fundraising challenges and activities. Your responsibilities will extend to managing their progress, developing innovative initiatives, and diversifying the charity's fundraising income. This is an initial 6 month contract (pro rata salary)

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide fundraising stewardship to participants of fundraising challenges through proactive telephone calls and emails.
• Address day-to-day queries related to online fundraising pages and offer general fundraising guidance.
• Cultivate relationships by providing advice, motivation, and support to fundraisers engaged in unique challenges, ensuring they meet fundraising deadlines.
• Identify high-performing fundraisers, offering personalised support, and developing a pipeline as needed.
• Follow up with fundraisers who miss deadlines, providing additional support and motivation.
• Express gratitude to supporters through various channels, including telephone, email, and letters, and cross-promote activities.
• Collaborate with internal teams such as Events, Support, Finance, Social Media, and PR contributing to social media posts and website blogs.
• Offer assistance to other teams especially in the lead-up to events.
• Record all communications on the database ensuring compliance with the Data Protection Act (GDPR).
• Assist in the development of fundraising activities including working with fundraising groups community fundraising promoting the lottery engaging monthly donors cultivating potential legacy donors. Attend events as required.

Key Competencies:

• Proven experience in sales or fundraising is desirable
• Customer support expertise including effective telephone communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in multitasking and prioritisation.
• Experience in face-to-face meetings and relationship building
• Strong administrative skills
• Understanding of the principles of excellent customer care and the responsibilities of a charity to its donors and supporters.
• Ability to represent the charity effectively to external individuals and organisations.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, business, or related field preferred
• Two years of experience in fundraising or a related field ideal

We are looking for someone who is passionate about making a difference in people's lives. If you have a proven background in fundraising, excellent communication skills, and are driven to succeed, we would love to hear from you.

The above is a brief outline of what our client has to offer in terms of employment and benefits. We have highlighted the key aspects and some of their benefits. If you are interested in finding out more about this role, get in touch today!

This advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. We encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Clockwork Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy