Job Description

Salary

Salary 24,535 - 25,447 FTE per annum

Contractual hours

12

Basis

Part time

Region

Rotherham

Job category/type

Administration/Clerical

Date posted

19/08/2025

Job reference

REQ20978



Hopian (formerly Rotherham Rise)

18 High Street

Rotherham

S60 1PP



Hours: Part time - 12 hours per week (worked over 2 to 3 days)


Are you interested in applying your skills at a charity that focuses on supporting individuals? Hopian is a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to supporting individuals, families, and communities affected by domestic abuse and child sexual exploitation. We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Fundraising Officer to join our dynamic team.

About the Role

As a Fundraising Officer, you will play a vital role in developing our fundraising activities and grow support for the charity. You will provide timely and efficient administration support, delivery excellent customer service to Hopian's supporters, building strong and loyal relationships, helping to grow and diversify income in line with the charity's aspirations.



You will efficiently handle all fundraising activities including processing donations and keeping accurate records, coordinate logistics and materials for events, assist with engaging communications, and help prepare funding applications to support the charity's goals.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and grow fundraising activities. Support community fundraising, including proactive research for new supporters, assisting with fundraising events, and helping to deliver campaigns. Act as the primary contact for supporters and donors, managing enquiries and delivering exceptional donor care. Oversee the full lifecycle of fundraising administration, including processing donations, sending acknowledgements and stewardship materials, and managing direct debits and Gift Aid claims. Maintain up-to-date supporter records, ensuring accuracy in the fundraising database and compliance with data protection standards (GDPR). Coordinate the preparation and dispatch of fundraising materials, managing stock and logistics for supporter engagement.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking someone who has:


Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to adapt messaging for different audiences Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills, fostering productive partnerships internally and externally Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines under pressure Self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, demonstrating initiative and flexibility A creative and solutions-focused mindset for addressing challenges and improving processes Commitment to personal learning, ongoing professional development and continuous self-improvement

Why Hopian?

Supportive Team

: Work alongside passionate professionals who care

Career Development

: Access training and development opportunities

Great Benefits

: + 35 hours FTE per week full-time equivalent
+ 7% employer pension contribution
+ Westfield Health Plan
+ 26 days (rising to 31 days) annual leave, plus bank holidays

How to Apply

Visit our careers page at Jobs - Hopian Submit your CV and a cover letter detailing how you meet the shortlisting criteria in the person specification Apply via our easy apply portal or email:

enquiries@hopian.org.uk

Application deadline:

Monday 1st September 2025

Interviews:

w/c 8th September 2025




We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, especially underrepresented groups. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.