Fundraiser (Community)NHS

Job summary

Community Fundraiser, Milton Hospice - CB24 6AB

• Covering Cambridgeshire & West Essex area

Full Time, 37.5 hours per week

• Full Time and Part Time applicants considered minimum 30 hours

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £26,000 FTE per annum (pro rata for part time hours)

Are you someone who enjoys building relationships, connecting with local communities and helping people make a difference?

East Anglia's Children's Hospices (EACH) is looking for a Community Fundraiser to support and grow fundraising activities across Cambridgeshire and West Essex. In this varied and rewarding role, you'll work with supporters, volunteers, community groups and local organisations to raise vital funds and awareness for children and young people receiving hospice care and their families.

About the role

As Community Fundraiser, you will:

• Develop and maintain relationships with supporters, community groups and local organisations.
• Encourage and support individuals and groups with fundraising activities.
• Help achieve fundraising objectives across the region.
• Represent EACH at community events, presentations and hospice tours.
• Support and coordinate fundraising volunteers.
• Contribute ideas to help develop inclusive and engaging fundraising activities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across fundraising, marketing and other teams.
• Maintain accurate records and supporter information using our database systems.

Main duties of the job

About you

We're looking for someone who can communicate effectively with a wide range of people and build positive relationships within local communities. You will be organised, proactive and able to balance competing priorities while maintaining a supporter-focused approach.

You will have:

• Experience in a customer, client or community-facing role.
• Experience building and maintaining effective relationships.
• Effective communication and listening skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams.
• An interest in the charity sector and community fundraising.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively with colleagues and volunteers.

Additional requirements

• A current valid, full driving licence and access to transport to travel throughout the region.
• Flexibility to attend occasional evening and weekend events.

Job description

Working with the Senior Community Fundraiser in maximising income and raising awareness across the specified area.

As a member of the Community Fundraising Team you will contribute to the development and implementation of the wider Community Fundraising strategy, working with colleagues to embed a culture for fundraising success and support across the wider organisation.

Responsibilities:

Income Generation & Growth

• Work closely with the Senior Community Fundraiser and wider Community Fundraising team to maximise income across the region, meeting and exceeding annual fundraising targets.
• Identify individuals and groups with fundraising potential and ignite their passion to support EACH.

Supporter Engagement & Stewardship

• Deliver exceptional relationship management to supporters ensuring year-on-year retention and uplift.
• Represent EACH at events, presentations, and hospice tours, showcasing the charitys impact and inspiring support.
• Work closely with the Senior Community Fundraiser to provide high-quality supporter fundraising journeys and seamless event coordination.
• Use EACHs database (Raisers Edge) to accurately record supporter activity, in line with GDPR.

Volunteer Leadership

• Lead, organise, and upskill a team of fundraising volunteers to support local events.
• Identify gaps in volunteer coverage and recruit new members to strengthen the team.

Innovation & Collaboration

• Contribute to the development of new, inclusive, and diverse community fundraising ideas and practices.
• Collaborate with colleagues across teams, including Corporate and Marketing, to cross-sell opportunities and share impactful stories.
• Support the Events Team by introducing new supporters, encouraging participation, and stewarding event attendees to build long-term relationships.

Administration & Efficiency

• Carry out essential admin tasks including banking, thanking donors, and maintaining accurate records.
• Follow organisational processes to improve efficiency and deepen supporter engagement.
• Manage time and priorities effectively to focus on income-generating opportunities.

About us

Comprehensive range of benefits:

• Free onsite parking & subsidised meals at our hospices
• Pool car provided when working in the community
• Employee health cash plan & wellbeing support schemes
• NHS pension - continuation if already contributing
• Enhanced Annual leave Entitlement - 27 days + 8 UK Bank Holidays
• Additional holiday purchase scheme
• AVIVA pension package up to 7% Employer Contribution including Life Assurance
• Free eye tests & cycle to work scheme

East Anglia's Children's Hospices (EACH) supports families and cares for children and young people with life threatening conditions across Cambridgeshire, Essex, Norfolk and Suffolk.

At EACH we believe in fostering a workplace where every individual feels valued and respected. We are committed to building a culture of inclusion where differences are embraced. We are actively seeking talent from all walks of life, recognising that diversity drives innovation, creativity and success.

Join us on a journey to create a more inclusive workplace, where everyone has equal opportunities to grow, contribute and succeed. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for opportunities at EACH and adjustments will be made to facilitate the application and selection process.