Fundraiser - Duffus Community Foundation

This is exciting opportunity for someone to provide Fundraising Support for a relatively small charity, making the role your own. The role will include finding different funding opportunities, organising fundraising events such as quiz nights, engaging supporters to fundraise for DCF and setting up fundraising campaigns. Tasks can be completed remotely and fit around your lifestyle.

About the Organisation

Duffus Community Foundation is a small, local, family founded charity focusing on supporting children and young people's wellbeing. We provide youth groups, workshops and 1-2-1 support in schools and in the community, across the London Boroughs of Sutton and Croydon. 

What you will be doing

Duffus Community Foundation is seeking a dedicated and passionate fundraiser to join our team. This is exciting opportunity for someone to provide fundraising support for a relatively small charity, making the role your own. 
 
Responsibilities include:
  • Researching funding opportunities including identifying potential funding sources, including grants, donations, and sponsorships.
  • Support with bid writing and funding applications.
  • Finding different opportunities for community fundraising.
  • Organising DCF fundraising events such as quiz nights in the local area.
  • Engaging supporters to fundraise for DCF e.g. leading own sponsored events.
  • Setting up fundraising campaigns.
  • Exploring national options such as taking part in marathons.

What's in it for you?

  • Make a positive difference to a small charity and to young people's wellbeing.
  • Be part of a friendly team.
  • Potential development opportunities.
  • Personal Job Development Training.
  • Opportunities to do different jobs/roles within the Charity.

What skills will you need?

This role is ideal for individuals eager to gain experience in the charity sector or for retirees who wish to contribute their expertise. Ideal skills and attributes include:
 
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills: Ability to effectively convey ideas and manage multiple tasks.
  • Experience in organising small-scale events: Including promotion through posters, communications, and logistics.
  • Computer literate: Proficiency in basic IT skills, internet, email, and familiarity with social media tools such as Facebook (not essential).
  • Confident and competent in working with a variety of people: Ability to engage with diverse groups and individuals.
  • Passionate about making a difference: A genuine interest in supporting Duffus Community Foundation's mission.
  • Innovative thinking: Ability to find new ways of raising funds.
  • Self-motivated and proactive: Capable of taking initiative and working independently.

What's the time commitment and where? 

Time Commitment:

2-4 hours per week (can be flexible) to suit you.

Location:

Working from home - tasks can be completed remotely but there will be opportunities to meet the wider team at induction, training and team-building events.

How can I apply?

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