We are seeking a Community Engagement Officer. In this role you will build relationships with fundraisers in local communities across the UK to generate income, engage supporters and raise awareness of SIA’s wider work. In close collaboration with the Supporter Engagement Manager, this role will help to grow, diversify, and sustain fundraising income as part of the wider business development team, feeding into our 2030 strategy. Community Engagement Officer Contract: Permanent Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm with inbuilt flexibility Location: SIA House, Milton Keynes with hybrid working (expectation of three days per week in the office) Salary: £29,216 per annum About the Role As a Community Engagement Officer, you will work with individuals and groups as an ambassador for the cause securing support for SIA through excellent relationship management. In this role, you will support the growth and development of community fundraising activities at SIA, both locally and nationally, securing voluntary income to fund crucial services for the spinal cord injury community. As part of the Investments and Partnerships team, you will build relationships with individuals, groups and community organisations and support their fundraising activities, as well as identify local Charity of the Year opportunities. You will also work with the Supporter Engagement Manager to establish engaged and supported regional fundraising groups, working collaboratively with other teams across the charity, as well as external colleagues in our wider network. About us The Spinal Injuries Association is committed to a singular vision: a fulfilled life for everyone affected by spinal cord injury. Everyone has a right to live a fulfilled life and that means the life they choose, a life that has the same opportunities as everyone else. We are the expert, guiding, voice for life after spinal cord injury. We’re the leading national charity supporting individuals who sustain damage to the spinal cord resulting in paralysis. We are a dedicated organisation providing high-impact, quality services for people with spinal cord injury and their families. All of our work is based on the personal experiences of our members. Being a user-led organisation is important to us; more than 11,200 of our members, almost half of our staff and the majority of our trustees live with spinal cord injury. Benefits Annual leave: 28 days per holiday year plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after two years of service (pro-rated for part time employees) Access to Group pension scheme (6% employer contribution) Access to Group life assurance scheme Access to Healthcare cash plan Access to Employee assistance programme (EAP) Employee volunteer days Discounted gym membership Free car parking at SIA House Investing in our people – all members of staff are encouraged to discuss their development plans and aspirations with their line manager. A budget is available for talent development. Closing Date: 9am, Friday 31 January 2025 Interviews: 7 or 10 February 2025 at SIA House, Milton Keynes. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. At SIA, we value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment as we believe diversity fosters a more innovative, creative, and caring culture. We are striving to create a culture that fully represents all the communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, family or parental status, or disability status. Disabled candidates who meet the standard job criteria will be offered a guaranteed interview. No agencies please