About the role The main purpose of this role is to lead our events and community fundraising programmes, maintaining and growing income to support our purpose to improve mental health in Hampshire. You are joining us at an exciting time One year into our new three-year strategy, this role is pivotal in helping us achieve our strategic ambitions in the years ahead. You will help create a fresh approach to community engagement, including an inspiring and meaningful fundraising volunteer programme. You will be responsible for developing and delivering a targeted calendar of events and providing tailored stewardship to ensure long-term engagement and retention. You will also represent the charity at networking and engagement events and grow relationships with local businesses, schools and community groups. This role is within Solent Mind’s fundraising and external engagement team, and the successful candidate will provide ongoing support to our fundraising volunteers to ensure they feel valued and engaged. Hours: 25.5 to 30 hours per week. Location: Southampton - Hybrid and across various Solent Mind sites in Hampshire. About you You will have a minimum of two years’ experience of working in a fundraising and/or third sector environment, with experience in either community or event fundraising and a proven track record in creating and implementing inspiring and engaging donor journeys. You will have excellent organisational skills and be able to plan, prioritise and work to deadlines without close supervision. You will be an effective communicator, with excellent written and presentation skills. You will also be highly pro-active with excellent relationship management skills, and demonstrate the ability to motivate and develop volunteers. Due to the nature of community and event fundraising, some evening and weekend working will be required with TOIL given. About us We're Solent Mind We’re part of a network of over 100 Local Minds who tailor trusted mental health services to our communities. We set our own strategies and partnerships and rely on the support of our brilliant local fundraisers. We collaborate with Mind to make sure their pioneering campaigns, information and research make a difference in Hampshire. Together, we make better mental health possible both locally and nationally. Benefits Our Gold Award for Workplace Wellbeing Index 2022/2023 and being a Mindful Employer reflects our commitment to our lively, friendly teams. We empower our people to have a voice, discover new opportunities and develop their careers. In addition to knowing you’re making a difference, you’ll also enjoy excellent benefits, including: Flexible working to promote a healthy work/life balance 25 days’ annual leave rising incrementally to 30 days per year (pro rata for part-time) Pension plan Employee Assistance Programme Season ticket and cycle-to-work scheme If you’re ready to join the fight for mental health, visit our website to find out more and apply. Closing date: Wednesday 19 March 2025. Interview date to be confirmed. Posts may be subject to a relevant DBS check. Solent Mind welcomes applications from all the communities in which we work. Appointments are made on merit. Registered Charity No: 1081116. Registered with Limited Liability in England and Wales No: 4004500.