Fundraising Officer (Individual Giving)
This is an hybrid role with on-site work occasionally. The core hours are 37.5 per week.
Salary Range: Band H.4 £26,190 per annum
Responsible to: Fundraising Manager (Individual Giving)
The Mare and Foal Sanctuary is in search of a dedicated Fundraising Officer (Individual Giving) to become an integral part of our dynamic Fundraising and Communications Team. In this position, you play a vital role in raising essential funds to support our mission-driven initiatives. If you are driven by the opportunity to contribute to fundraising efforts that have a profound impact, we encourage you to apply and join us in our mission to make a difference in equine welfare.
About the Role
As a Fundraising Officer (Individual Giving), your responsibilities will include providing essential admin support to the Fundraising Team, supporting the planning and delivery of scheduled mailings, helping to manage supporter stewardship, and supporting our current and future projects.
What you’ll be doing:
- Supporting the delivery of our fundraising campaigns to raise money for the horses and ponies at our Sanctuary. This would include our appeals, annual calendar and our supporter newsletters.
- Supporting the growth of areas such as our weekly lottery, regular giving, gift aid and the marketing of our pony sponsorship scheme.
- Assisting with supporter thanking and stewardship, as required by the team.
- Helping to develop supporter journeys to inspire new and ongoing support for our cause.
- Maintaining up-to-date supporter records on our database, Donorfy.
- Supporting the Fundraising and Content team with current and future projects.
What you’ll bring:
- Excellent organisation skills
- Excellent command of English language
- Excellent IT skills, including MS Office suite
- Ability to work well in a team
- Experience in fundraising/marketing communications is desirable
- Experience of project management is desirable
Values and Attitude
We value Kindness, Care, and Knowledge at The Mare and Foal Sanctuary. These values guide our actions, and we are seeking a Fundraising Officer who embodies them. Your approach to work and interactions should reflect these values.
Why Join Us
– Opportunity to support impactful fundraising efforts that contribute to meaningful projects.
– Collaborative and supportive work environment that promotes personal growth.
– Work with a passionate team dedicated to making a difference.
– Competitive compensation package and benefits.
– Contribute to the success of a dynamic organisation with a strong mission.
About The Mare and Foal Sanctuary
The Mare and Foal Sanctuary is the largest equine welfare charity in the South West peninsula dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming of horses and ponies who have suffered neglect, abuse and trauma. We also deliver a range of Equine Assisted Services with our rescued horses and ponies. The Mare and Foal Sanctuary has five sites across Devon, a clear five-year strategy and is ambitious for the future.
Please note that this role is subject to a DBS check, and you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK.
If your role involves regular travel to more than one site, we also ask that you provide us with a copy of your vehicle insurance that covers business use (not just your commute). This ensures that you’re adequately covered while performing your duties.
If local to Devon, please apply with CV and covering letter by Wednesday 4th March.
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