With 333,000 children living in poverty and 5,800 households living in temporary accommodation, including over 8,000 children, there has never been a greater need for the services provided by Caritas Salford. Figures for across the geography covered by Caritas Salford in Greater Manchester and Lancashire.
Thanks to the receipt of an extraordinary capacity grant, Caritas Salford is able to increase its fundraising team in order to grow income that will sustain and enhance charitable services. As our charity seeks to respond to urgent need, we are seeking a motivated Community and Events Fundraiser to join our dedicated and ambitious team.
The Community and Events Fundraiser will be the lead fundraiser helping to develop and manage community-based and event-driven fundraising initiatives, forging strong relationships with individuals, community groups, parishes, and local organisations. They will focus on creative and innovative approaches to engage supporters, tracking fundraising performance in their respective area, stewarding donors and corporate volunteers.
If you have proven experience in community fundraising and strong relationship-building skills, then we would love to hear from you!
Key information
* Employer: Caritas Diocese of Salford
* Locations: Hybrid, Manchester
* Role Type: Permanent
* Working Hours: Full-Time
This role requires the submission of a completed Caritas application form which you can download from the Careers page on the Caritas Diocese of Salford website. This is to be uploaded to the 'Anything else to upload' section. Your application will not be considered without an application form as we do not accept CVs. You may add a covering letter if you wish to help support your application.
More about this role
* Closing Date: Monday 17th February 2025 at 12:00pm
* Closing Time: 9am
* Anticipated Interviews Week Commencing: Monday, February 24, 2025 - 12:00
* Contact Name: Amy Schofield
* Employee Benefits: Salary Policy - The pay structure is designed to attract and retain the most talented and dedicated people. The structure is reviewed on an annual basis to ensure that salaries remain affordable and competitive. Annual leave - We have an annual leave entitlement of 26 days per year in addition to bank and public holidays. Our annual leave year operates from 1 April to 31 March. Pension Scheme - We provide all employees who earn more than the threshold membership of a pension scheme with Aviva. Currently, our contribution is 5% of qualifying earnings. Life Insurance - Twice annual salary payment for a death in service. Occupational Sick Pay Scheme - Caritas offers a generous Occupational Sick Pay Scheme which increases with length of service. Employee Assistance Programme - We offer employees access to an Employee Assistance Programme from Health Assured which offers the following support: 24/7/365 confidential life management line, Counselling, Medical line – 24-hour access to trained nurses, Eldercare, childcare support and access to legal and financial information, Manager Consultancy and Support Service, Critical incident telephone support including stress intervention, Online help and advice for various issues, Health and preventative wellness programmes. Maternity and Paternity Pay Scheme - Caritas offers Maternity and Paternity Pay schemes. Support, Learning and Development - We are committed to developing skills and expertise and offer training and support to all employees. Employees are encouraged to develop and are required to attend mandatory training, other appropriate training, participate in supervision, annual appraisals and development reviews. Policies and Procedures - We have comprehensive policies and procedures which support family-friendly policies including flexible working and work-life balance. Eye Care Scheme - Employees who are computer users have the right to request an eye test, the cost of which will be refunded and if glasses are required for VDU work a financial contribution will be made. Annual Staff Conference - Staff are invited to attend the Annual Staff Conference. Accredited Membership - Caritas is a Disability Confident Employer and a Living Wage Employer.
* Working Pattern Details: 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
The role involves occasionally representing or managing activities outside of normal office hours.
* Would You Consider A Job Share For The Role?: Yes
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