Community Fundraiser in Eastleigh

Job description

Company Description

Youth Options works with children and young people across Southampton and west Hampshire. We

believe that all children and young people can achieve a better future if given the chance. You can help

us achieve that vision.

Our mission is to support children and young people to engage, develop and become empowered to

achieve a better future. We believe that every young person has the potential to realise their abilities

and aspirations and make a valuable contribution to their communities.

We focus our work on three key areas:

Prevention: supporting children and young people to engage positively with their friends, family and

local community, particularly in areas of need through street-based and centre-based youth work.

Targeted action: one to one and group support focusing on achieving positive outcomes including

engagement children and young people in nature-based, outdoor learning.

Progression opportunities: supporting young people to take personal responsibility for their future

through gaining qualifications, volunteer placements and employability programmes

Role Description

This is a fantastic opportunity to shape and build our Community and Events fundraising.

We need a creative and enthusiastic individual to build a key audience of supporters dedicated to the

difference Youth Options makes to the lives of young people.

No two days will be the same, from support a fundraiser to reach their fundraising target to planning our

annual fundraising events, presenting to local community groups to running a stall at the local carnival. You will have the opportunity to engage with the local community, build a network of fundraisers, run your own events and challenges and, most importantly, help those who need support now more than ever.

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Eastleigh/hybrid with some

travel across Hampshire

Hours: Part or Full-time considered (Evening and occasional weekend working will be required)

Reports to: Head of Fundraising and Communications

Starting Salary: £25,740- £28,275

Responsibilities

Fundraising:

• Raise income to support our fundraising strategy
• Research, recruit and support individuals to raise funds through their own fundraising events, challenges and competitions
• Design and run fundraising opportunities
• Motivate and encourage supporters to maximise income
• Ensure all funds are collected

Community Engagement:

• Build up a dedicated supporter base to support Youth Options’ community programmes through events and networking.
• Develop our Community Champion Scheme
• Research local organisations and present our work to them to create lasting relationships.

Person Specification

Experience:

• Working in a similar events or fundraising role
• Planning and running events
• Working with people and building up relationships across different audiences

Knowledge:

• Funding and charitable sectors
• Researching, attending and running events
• Proven track record of developing and managing donor relationships
• Aware of opportunities in the local area
• Computer literate in MS Office
• Experience of using online fundraising platforms specifically Just Giving

Essential Skills and Competencies:

• Outstanding organisational skills and attention to detail
• Outstanding communication skills
• Outstanding networker capable of developing relationships
• Able to plan, prioritise and manage a varied workload
• Ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines
• Able to effectively represent Youth Options and promote core brand messages
• A creative thinker who can bring fresh outlook and ideas
• Collaborative, able to work in a small, informal team
• Confident public speaker able to talk passionately about our work

Personal Qualities:

• Strong affinity with our values of being committed, supportive and inspiring
• Confident, approachable, friendly person
• Highly motivated, with ability to work independently and act on initiative
• Flexible and adaptable
• Willingness to learn and offer a positive approach to the work at hand
• Ambitious and target driven

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Eastleigh

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

01-09-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English