About us: Our vision is for everyone affected by the heart muscle disease cardiomyopathy to lead long and fulfilling lives. We work towards this goal by providing information, advice and support to anyone affected by cardiomyopathy and by raising awareness of the condition. We also work to improve the diagnosis and management of cardiomyopathy and promote medical research. The charity has ambitious plans for the future which will see it doing even more to make a lasting difference to the lives of people affected by cardiomyopathy. To achieve these plans the charity must be able to raise the income that it needs and to develop a strong and vibrant community of supporters. We are looking to recruit a dynamic and ambitious individual with a passion for fundraising. Job Outline: The Fundraising Officer will be responsible for leading our community fundraising programme, by generating income through the fundraising activities of individuals and community groups. The Fundraising Officer will build strong, supportive relationships with fundraisers, delivering excellent stewardship to inspire long-term engagement and maximise income, including through celebratory giving and annual campaigns. The role will also involve engaging with the local community and supporting some challenge event fundraising. Key responsibilities • Lead and develop our community fundraising programme, providing excellent, tailored stewardship to community fundraisers, developing meaningful and long-lasting relationships, always maximising income potential. • Lead on our annual community fundraising campaigns. • Oversee and grow celebratory fundraising income ensuring supporters are inspired and well supported. • Manage and develop relationships with schools and other community groups, providing resources and support to maximise their fundraising success. • Engage proactively with the local community to raise awareness of the charity and increase participation in fundraising activities. • Support ad hoc challenge event fundraising, ensuring a high-quality experience for participants and strong income generation. • Achieve income targets in line with the organisation’s financial requirements. • To maintain and manage community fundraising participant data on the charity’s database. • To develop fundraising materials and content for community fundraising communications via letter, email, magazine, website and social media. • To share information and updates on community fundraising within the organisation to ensure all staff are aware of activities. • To represent Cardiomyopathy UK at events as required, including out of office hours.