Responsible to: Director of Income Generation & Communications
Responsible for: Events & Community Fundraiser (line management)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, although the Community & Events Fundraising Lead will be required to undertake any additional hours deemed necessary to fulfil the demands of the role.
Cynthia Spencer Hospice has a proud history of delivering exceptional care and support to patients and families. Fundraising is vital to ensuring we can continue this work, and our ambitious fundraising team plays a key role in achieving this.
The Community & Events Fundraising Lead will drive forward our community and events fundraising, working with colleagues, volunteers, and supporters across Northamptonshire to grow income, raise awareness, and deliver memorable, high-quality events and challenge activities that inspire long-term support.
Purpose of the Role
* To lead and deliver the hospice’s community and events fundraising programme, ensuring income targets are achieved or exceeded.
* To manage and grow our flagship events (including Twilight Walk, Cycle4Cynthia, Colour Run, and the 40s Big Band Bash).
* To oversee and develop our challenge events programme, including open challenges and bespoke hospice challenges.
* To build strong community partnerships and supporter networks, maximising engagement across Northamptonshire.
* To provide excellent supporter stewardship, ensuring every fundraiser feels valued and motivated to continue supporting the hospice.
* To line manage the Events & Community Fundraiser, supporting their professional development and success.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Events & Challenge Fundraising
* Plan, deliver, and evaluate the hospice’s calendar of flagship events (Twilight Walk, Cycle4Cynthia, Colour Run, 40s Big Band Bash) ensuring high-quality participant experience and strong income return.
* Manage the development of challenge events, including open challenges (e.g. skydives, treks, marathons) and bespoke challenges created by the hospice.
* Research, propose, and launch new event opportunities that reflect supporter interests and market trends.
* Set and manage budgets for all events, ensuring strong ROI and accurate forecasting.
* Work with Marketing & Communications colleagues to deliver compelling event campaigns that maximise participation and sponsorship.
* Build, support, and steward relationships with community groups, schools, faith groups, businesses, and clubs to grow grassroots fundraising.
* Deliver inspiring talks and presentations across the community to raise awareness and income.
* Provide excellent supporter care for all community fundraisers and volunteers, ensuring they feel valued and supported.
Income Generation & Monitoring
* Set, monitor, and achieve income and expenditure targets across events and community fundraising.
* Ensure accurate and timely recording of financial and supporter information using Donorflex (fundraising database).
* Provide reports, updates, and insights for senior staff, colleagues, and Trustees as required.
* Provide clear line management to the Events & Community Fundraiser, including supervision, appraisals, and professional development.
* Recruit, support, and work alongside volunteers, ensuring they feel valued and engaged.
* Collaborate with colleagues across fundraising, retail, communications, and clinical teams to maximise opportunities.
Other
* Act as an ambassador for the hospice at all times.
* Ensure compliance with fundraising law, GDPR, and hospice policies.
* Work flexibly, including evenings and weekends, to support the needs of the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
* Educated to degree level or equivalent experience.
* Good standard of numeracy and literacy.
* Evidence of continuous professional development.
Experience
* Demonstrable experience in both events and community fundraising within the charity sector.
* Strong track record of planning and delivering large-scale fundraising events and challenge activities.
* Proven ability to set and achieve income targets.
* Experience of building and managing relationships with supporters, donors, and volunteers.
* Experience of line management.
* Desirable: Experience of working in health or hospice settings.
Skills & Abilities
* Excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
* Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills – verbal, written, and presentation.
* Ability to inspire, influence, and motivate others.
* Knowledge of fundraising law, regulations, and best practice.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and fundraising databases.
* Flexible, proactive, and resilient, with a positive “can-do” attitude.
Personal Attributes
* High standards of personal conduct, honesty, and integrity.
* Enthusiasm for fundraising and a genuine passion for the hospice’s mission.
* A collaborative team player who values diversity and inclusion.
* Willingness to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends as required.
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
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