Job Description

We're looking for an energetic, results driven Community Fundraiser to help champion mental health across Staffordshire and Cheshire. You'll inspire supporters, build meaningful local relationships, and turn great ideas into impactful fundraising that helps our communities thrive.

If you love connecting with people and want your work to truly matter, we'd love to hear from you!

Benefits

People focused organisation with excellent staff satisfaction results

Gifted your birthday and the Christmas period as additional leave

Flexible approach to working

Monthly CPD Workshops (free)

5% employer contribution pension scheme

Commitment to excellent work environment-new HQ pending!

Job Title: Community Fundraiser

Responsible to: Head of Development and Sustainability

Based at: Cheshire Mind Hub, Winsford and Head Office, Stoke-on-Trent

Hours of work 22.5 hours per week (days flexible)

Salary: 29,962 gross per annum, pro rata to 18,220 gross per annum

Job Summary

North Staffs Mind has offered mental health support services for nearly 50 years. Over the years we have continued to be innovative and responsive and have developed our services to meet the demands of the local mental health landscape. As a result, we have now merged with Cheshire Mind and are excited to be able to build on our fundraising efforts as we look to widen our geographical reach in order to support even more local people.

In collaboration with the Corporate Engagement Lead, you will help us to develop, manage and deliver a diverse plan for income generation, including grant making trusts, community fundraising, corporate partnerships and individual giving. You will be responsible for developing lasting relationships with new and existing fundraisers and partners.

This role will reach across all revenue streams. You will take responsibility for pipeline development and stewardship management as well as supporting marketing and communications.

You will help us to identify and secure fundraising opportunities for North Staffs and Cheshire Mind and will research and coordinate funding applications to trusts and foundations as appropriate. You will also develop broader income streams involving the organisation's commercial and social enterprise activities.

A full UK driving licence and use of own vehicle is essential for this role.

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check prior to starting.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Fundraising

Take responsibility for our Fundraising strategy to ensure we have an overarching plan with ambitious targets and clear outcomes

Work towards the set fundraising targets for the year, as set by the Head of Development and Sustainability

Report monthly to the Head of Development and Sustainability on your fundraising action plan, highlighting quick wins and longer-term actions for decision

Develop and maintain an electronic list of donors and supporters always ensuring GDPR compliance

Thank our donors and develop strong donor relations and effective stewardship for individual, community and corporate supporters

Undertake a market analysis to identify potential fundraisers and sponsors and work with the team as appropriate to prepare suitable packs outlining our offer

Local Community Presence

Grow local community income by nurturing relationships with educational settings, groups and other mental health organisations

Lead at fundraising and awareness raising events ensuring an organised and professional display - supporting any volunteers involved too

Create and support the on-going development of community fundraising volunteers/ambassadors, in line with the Volunteer Strategy

Develop and agree the calendar of mental health awareness campaigns and deliver associated fundraising opportunities and communications

Social Media and Communications Marketing

Work closely with the Marketing and Communications Coordinator to ensure fundraising activity is regularly featured on all comms, the website and social media

Volunteers

Develop a volunteer offer for fundraising support and coordinate volunteers involved with the service

Collaboration and Engagement

Be proactive and visible throughout the Staffordshire and Cheshire areas

Engage proactively with colleagues at national Mind to enhance fundraising activities and identify new opportunities

Implement and coordinate an internal fundraising committee - promoting engagement and discussing ideas

Play an active role in local networking opportunities to promote the work of North Staffs and Cheshire Mind with a focus on fundraising

General

Promote and encourage participation in fundraising activities amongst NSC Mind employees and volunteers

Keep accurate records of fundraising activities and money raised and produce reports as required

Attend the six-monthly Mind regional Community Fundraising Network meetings

Organise and plan own workload and timetable to ensure that all deadlines and targets are met

Other Duties

Act as a positive role model for others

Carry out other tasks and duties as may reasonably be requested from time to time

Abide by the staff code of conduct and to follow the policies and procedures within the staff handbook.

Benefits

5 weeks annual leave, plus bank holidays and your birthday and Christmas period gifted

Flexible approach to working hours

Free car parking

Up to 5% Employer Pension Contribution

Free flu vaccination

Person Specification

Qualifications and Skills

Essential

Can do, proactive attitude An enthusiastic, positive and flexible approach to work Experience of developing and managing fundraising or sales projects for a minimum of 2 years Knowledge of the North Staffordshire and Cheshire area Full UK Driving Licence Evidence of an ability to work effectively within a team and on own under minimal supervision and direction Ability to produce marketing and publicity materials to accompany fundraising activities and promotions Excellent personal communication skills, with an approachable and friendly manner and the ability to liaise effectively with all fundraisers -current and potential Excellent presenting and public speaking skills A track record in developing and maintaining positive and productive relationships with a range of stakeholders Excellent IT, administration and organisational skills Excellent knowledge of all social media and media communication tools. Proven track record in achieving financial and non-financial targets A current clean valid driving licence and access to a vehicle

Desirable qualities:

Experience in planning and developing effective fundraising strategies Previous experience of managing or working with volunteers Previous knowledge and/or experience of the field of mental health An understanding of the wider funding environment and changing trends in the voluntary sector Experience in the broad mix of fundraising disciplines (e.g., corporate, legacies, community, events, individual donors) Relevant professional qualifications or memberships
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 29,962.00 per year

Expected hours: 22.5 per week

Benefits:

Additional leave Bereavement leave Casual dress Company pension Flexitime Free flu jabs On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person