Contract: 12 months, Fixed-term contract, Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Location: St. Edmund House, Bishop Crispian Way, Portsmouth PO1 3QA
Please note, some out of office hours and occasional travel may be required across the Diocese.
Role Purpose
As a key member of the Communications and Fundraising team, the Fundraising Officer supports the key strategic goal of growing voluntary income across the Diocese, including acting as an advisory service to parishes seeking grant funding for local projects, compiling and submitting funding applications and supporting business cases, and working closely with parishes to implement local stewardship and other promotional campaigns.
The postholder will work closely with colleagues in the Communications Team and across the Curia to support the Diocesan 10-year Mission Plan.
This is an exciting time to join our friendly, busy, and supportive team as we implement our 10-year Mission Plan, shaping the future of our Diocese and the communities we serve.
Covering Hampshire, Berkshire, South Oxford, and the Channel Islands, our Diocese is home to 87 parishes and 50 schools, serving over 27,000 practising Catholics and supporting 32,000 children and their families. Our work is both challenging and deeply rewarding, offering the opportunity to be part of something truly meaningful.
Applicant Information
Employee benefits include 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata), free life assurance and employee wellbeing programme, and contributory pension scheme.
The Diocese of Portsmouth is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all who support the ethos and values of the Catholic Church.
You must have a valid UK Right to Work, as the Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth does not offer UK Visa Sponsorship.
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