At SPACE, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, and we re looking for a passionate and motivated Fundraising Lead to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping our future and helping us make a real difference to the lives of children with disabilities and their families.
We re not just looking for someone to hit targets we want someone who can share our story, inspire supporters, and work closely with our community to raise vital funds for SPACE. If you re an innovative thinker, a natural relationship builder, and someone who loves a challenge, we d love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning and Growth
* Work closely with our CEO to develop and deliver a fundraising strategy that supports our big dreams for the next 3 5 years.
* Think creatively to expand our fundraising efforts, exploring new ideas and opportunities to ensure sustainable growth.
* Meet (or exceed!) annual income goals, helping us deliver even more impact for the children and families we support.
Fundraising Initiatives
* Plan, market, and run a variety of fun and engaging fundraising events from family days to creative campaigns.
* Inspire and support individuals, schools, and community groups to fundraise for SPACE, making their journey memorable and meaningful.
* Look for new and exciting ways to connect with our supporters and grow our community.
Supporter Care and Relationships
* Build strong relationships with our supporters, ensuring they feel valued and appreciated every step of the way.
* Provide guidance and encouragement to fundraisers, making sure their experience is rewarding and enjoyable.
* Work with SPACE families and staff to create campaigns that inspire people to get involved.
Making a Difference with Data
* Keep our records up to date and use data to understand what s working (and what s not) to improve our fundraising efforts.
* Share regular updates with the team and trustees, so everyone knows how we re doing and can celebrate our successes together.
Person Specification
Who You Are
* Friendly and Confident You love meeting new people and have a natural ability to connect with others, whether it s chatting with a family at a fundraiser, presenting to our trustees or networking with potential funders.
* Creative and Positive You see opportunities where others see challenges and bring a can-do attitude to everything you do.
* A Great Communicator You can adapt your tone and style to suit your audience, whether you re speaking with a corporate partner, writing a heartfelt thank-you note, or updating our team.
Your Experience
* Proven Success in Fundraising You ve got a track record of raising significant funds for charity and can share examples of how you ve done it.
* Event Planning You ve organised successful events or campaigns that people loved and can manage the details while keeping an eye on the bigger picture.
* Supporter Relationships You re great at inspiring people to get involved and keeping them engaged over time.
* Tech Savvy You re comfortable using tools like CRM systems to keep everything running smoothly.
What Drives You
* You care deeply about children and their families and want to make a real difference in their lives.
* You re excited to work as part of a team that s passionate, supportive, and always looking for ways to do better.
Our Values:
Safe: Creating an environment where everyone feels secure and protected.
Passionate: Enthusiastic in everything we do.
Adaptable: Quickly adjusting and being flexible to changes.
Caring: Showing genuine concern and kindness towards others.
Enabling: Empowering