Community Fundraiser Contract Type: Permanent Salary Band: £27,000 – £29,000 pa (subject to experience) week / Part Time considered - min 33 hours per week) Benefits Include: 7% employer pension contribution, 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays ABOUT LAUNCHPAD Based in central Reading, Launchpad provides vital information and support for vulnerable individuals, couples and families in Reading who do not have a stable place to live or are at risk of losing their home. Founded as a soup kitchen in 1979 by students at the University of Reading, the charity now provides a holistic service that works in three ways – we prevent homelessness, provide homes and rebuild lives. You can find out more about us here: https://www.launchpadreading.org.uk/ THIS ROLE As Launchpad’s Community Fundraiser, you will play a big part in supporting Launchpad’s vital work whilst our team is looking to the future. You are an enthusiastic, professional and proactive fundraiser looking to build your career in the not-for-profit sector. Whether you are managing individual fundraisers or community relationships to ensure they receive the best possible experience, ensuring our database (ThankQ) is accurate, up-to-date, and relevant or managing one of our events; you will play a central role in raising funds for Launchpad and building our community of supporters to have a real and lasting impact on helping local people in need. You will help plan and deliver Launchpad's major annual fundraising events, and co-ordinate the implementation of the community fundraising strategies. You will lead on the generation of income with a particular focus on community and volunteer fundraising to support current and new projects. You are a strong communicator who can engage effectively with different audiences to generate long-term support for Launchpad. Using these skills, you will increase awareness of our work in the local community and with local businesses and develop those relationships to keep them productive and mutually beneficial. You are an enthusiastic, efficient, and flexible self-starter with fundraising or events marketing experience, combined with working knowledge of using a CRM system, preferably gained in the not-for-profit sector. You are an organised and proactive ‘starter/finisher’ with the ability to talk to large groups of people. Your excellent attention to detail, reputation for building strong working relationships, and experience working with volunteers coupled with your ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload whilst meeting deadlines make you an ideal candidate. To apply, please complete the application form and email [email protected] The closing date for applications is 12pm on Friday 23 rd January 2026. P lease be aware this advert will only remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, so we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment! If you have a genuine desire to make a difference and support disadvantaged individuals to thrive, we look forward to hearing from you! We value diversity, inclusion and equity at Launchpad, and welcome applicants from all sections of the community. If you have any mobility issues that might prevent you from accessing the interview or require any other adjustments to the interview or selection process, please contact our HR team on [email protected], or 0118 9507 656 (Option 6) who will be happy to discuss options with you. We are interested in hearing from anyone with lived experience of homelessness.