Community and Events Fundraising Officer at Age Uk West Sussex (brighton & Hove)

We’re looking for a warm, organised and proactive Community and Events Fundraising Officer to help grow community, corporate and events fundraising across Brighton, Hove and West Sussex. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who is experienced in growing and stewarding customer or supporter relationships, who enjoys meeting people, spotting opportunities, building local partnerships and inspiring others to support a charity that makes a real difference to older people’s lives.

Job details

• Location: Hybrid working, with a minimum of 2 days a week based at our Brighton office during the first 6 months/probation period. There may be scope for more flexibility after this.
• Hours: Part-time, 30 hours per week. We are happy to discuss a working pattern that works for you alongside the needs of the role.
• Salary: £24,324 per annum (£30,000 FTE)
• Closing Date: 20th October 2026

What you’ll be doing

• Coordinate and deliver engaging fundraising activities, supporting individual fundraisers and third-party events, and developing relationships with local businesses, community groups and supporters.
• Help us tell our story, raise awareness of our work and create a positive supporter experience that encourages people to stay connected with us long term.
• Supporting, encouraging and stewarding fundraisers, supporters and local groups.
• Helping to grow community fundraising, corporate fundraising and events activity.
• Building positive relationships with local businesses, community organisations, suppliers and supporters.
• Researching and developing new fundraising ideas, opportunities and income generation initiatives.
• Working with colleagues to raise awareness of fundraising campaigns and activities.
• Using our fundraising database to keep accurate supporter records and monitor activity.
• Helping us report on progress, income, supporter engagement and impact.

About you

• You’re experienced in a fundraising, sales, customer-facing or relationship-building role.
• You’re a confident communicator who enjoys connecting with people and comfortable representing the charity at events and meetings.
• You have strong administrative skills and excellent attention to detail.
• You’re organised, creative and able to manage a varied workload.
• You can spot opportunities and turn ideas into practical action.
• You’re comfortable using Microsoft Office and databases or CRM systems.
• You care about making a positive difference for older people and the communities we support.
• You will need to have a good understanding of and experience in the principles of supporter stewardship.
• You’re confident talking to people, comfortable building strong relationships and motivated by making a difference.
• You are able to travel across West Sussex, Brighton & Hove as required. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are required, as regular travel forms an essential part of the role. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments and welcome discussions about individual requirements, including alternative travel arrangements where appropriate.

Benefits

• Flexible working options
• Ongoing professional development
• 28 days annual leave + bank holidays, pro rata for part-time roles
• Blue Light Card eligibility
• BUPA Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• 4% auto-enrolment pension with life assurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Paid carers leave

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