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Wildlife Fundraiser
No experience necessary!
Are you passionate about nature and confident talking to people? Looking for a rewarding seasonal role where every day feels different?
Join the Fundraising Team in the Sussex area, where you’ll help inspire public support for nature.
Please apply only if you live within 10 miles of desired area - (Unless you are relocating). Each day you can expect to be travelling to nearby towns and events around the local areas of Horsham, Crawley and Southwater.
If you don’t have fundraising experience… don’t worry, this is an entry-level role and full training will be provided! A company van is just one of the amazing benefits you will receive as part of your role… so apply today!
Position: Wildlife Fundraiser Flexible in Sussex
Ref: FEB20263155
Location: Flexible in Sussex
Salary: £25, - £27, per annum
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Sun, 1st Mar 2026. We reserve the right to close this recruitment at any stage once we have made a hire.
The Role
This isn’t a desk job - it’s all about people.
Each day you’ll:
1. Travel to local venues using a company van (fuel and parking covered; average travel time up to one hour each way).
2. Set up engaging and eye-catching fundraising stands.
3. Chat with the public about nature and the RSPB’s mission.
4. Inspire people to support us through regular giving.
You’ll spend your days outdoors, meeting new people, and making a tangible impact for wildlife. It takes confidence and resilience - but it’s incredibly rewarding.
What We Offer:
5. Full training provided - no wildlife knowledge required.
6. Stable salary (not commission-based).
7. Company van for business use (all fuel and expenses covered).
8. 34 days annual leave (including bank holidays, pro rata).
9. Flexible working options - 3, 4 or 5 days per week.
10. Supportive, inclusive team culture.
What We Need from You:
11. Passion for people and conservation.
12. Confidence engaging with members of the public.
13. Resilience and positivity when faced with challenges.
14. Comfortable working outdoors and independently.
15. A full UK driving licence.
16. Willingness to travel on average up to one hour each way from home.
17. Fundraising, sales or customer service experience (desirable).
18. Availability to work 3 out of 4 weekends per month.
Additional Information
19. Start date: February/March/April 2026
20. Induction and training provided at HQ, Sandy, Bedfordshire (travel and accommodation covered).
21. We may close early if sufficient applications are received.
If you’re looking for more than just a job - something that challenges you, inspires you, and lets you make a real-world impact - apply now! You will be asked to upload your CV and complete a short online application form once you select 'apply'. Please use the cover letter section in the application form to tell us why you are best suited for this role.
Additional information
We are looking for starters to join the team across the next few months. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to the dedicated Resourcing Advisor once you click to apply.
This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.
The Charity is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Please note that we are actively recruiting for this vacancy and reserve the right to close once sufficient applications have been received.
The charity are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse organisation, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve this vision of creating a world richer in nature, the team need more people on nature's side and more diverse people. People of colour and disabled people are underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sectors. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. You can contact the team to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.
Before applying for this role, we recommend reading through the candidate guidance notes once you have been redirected. #INDNFP
Please note: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation