Overview28 to 35 hours per week - 28,000 FTE. 12 month fixed term role. The role is based at our Thornbury office, with hybrid working available.The Fundraising Officer is a key member of the fundraising team. Supporting the Head of Fundraising and Operations to grow income from a range of income streams alongside line management of the Fundraising Co-ordinator. The post holder will deliver excellent donor care to maximise income potential from existing and new supporters.THE ROLEIncome generationWork with Head of Fundraising and Operations, Trust Fundraiser and Fundraising Co-ordinator to implement the Fundraising Strategy to deliver income targets in line with planned expenditureDeliver excellent stewardship in line with donor journey plans to support individuals, groups, businesses and organisations to maximise their donations and fundraising for BTSGenerate creative ideas of how organisations can get involved in fundraising for us and communicate effectively the benefits of COTY partnerships to companies to maximise income generationProduce monthly reports to help monitor income performance against plan and implement remedial action as required to ensure income targets are met.Engaging New SupportersResearch and drive activity to grow our community supporter base to include community groups, traditional clubs, schools, youth groups, sports clubs and individuals. This will involve undertaking research, making approaches, preparing and delivering high quality presentations and pitchesOrganise and deliver a calendar of community talks to engage support for BTS including developing and supporting a volunteer speakers network as appropriateIdentify, approach and secure long term, mutually beneficial partnerships with small businesses which will include charity of the year (COTY), sponsorship of BTS events or materials.Event and Campaign PromotionCo-ordinate the delivery and promotion of any BTS managed events or campaigns, working to and maintaining project and marketing plans to ensure all departments involved are on track to meet the team objectivesDevelop and promote a calendar of 3rd party events to maximise participants signing up and fundraising for BTS.Governance, Reporting & Team WorkingWork closely with the Communications Lead to ensure a fundraising presence through our media channels is in line with maximising our exposure, promoting income generation and awareness of the charityUse and understand the CRM database as an effective fundraising and marketing tool, maintaining individual records with contact history and planned activitySupport other fundraising activities as necessary, ensuring they are delivered within budget and on time.EXPERIENCEStrong, demonstratable experience in fundraising rolesExperience of planning and delivering fundraising eventsExperience of planning and delivering fundraising campaignsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExperience and good working knowledge of using a CRM systemExperience of building strong and effective relationships with existing and potential supportersCompetent in creating and maintaining spreadsheetsGood attention to detail and accurate record keepingUnderstanding of GDPRSKILLSCreative thinking and problem solvingExcellent interpersonal skills, ability to liaise with people at all levels, on the telephone, face to face and in writingCommitment to team working but ability to work aloneCommitment to working to a high standardMotivated, proactive and positiveDemonstrable initiative and determinationExcellent attention to detail and accurate record keepingA flexible attitude and willingness to develop in the roleAbility to prioritise tasks and manage a busy workloadExcellent IT skills and experience using a wide range of computer packages, including Microsoft Office and SharePointTo ApplyTo apply, please send your cv along with a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role to Closing date - Sunday 21st September 2025 at 23.59 hrs.If you have not heard from us by Wednesday 24th September, please assume that you have not been successful with your application.Job Type: Fixed term contractContract length: 12 monthsPay: Up to 28,000.00 per yearBenefits:Company pensionWork from homeWork Location: Hybrid remote in Bristol BS35 2AB
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Fundraising Officer