Fundraising Assistant
Location: Hybrid – One day per week in Bristol office, minimum.
Salary: £23,000 – £26,999 per annum
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday
** CV & cover letter required to apply for this role **
Join Our Mission to Defeat Meningitis – Become Our Next Fundraising Assistant
About the Role
Meningitis Research Foundation is seeking a highly motivated and organised individual to join our Events & Community Team as a Fundraising Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a globally recognised health charity committed to defeating meningitis by 2030.
Key Responsibilities
* Managing supporter communications via phone, email, and social media
* Maintaining accurate supporter records and processing donations
* Coordinating event resources and logistics
* Supporting the administration of online fundraising platforms
* Attending events and engaging with supporters in person
Candidate Profile
We are looking for a candidate who demonstrates:
* Excellent organisational and administrative skills
* Strong written and verbal communication abilities
* A high level of attention to detail
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
* Confidence in engaging with supporters via telephone
* A proactive and collaborative approach to work
* Ability to work unsociable hours on occasion to support our National Events team
Experience with CRM systems and an understanding of GDPR in a fundraising context are desirable.
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays
* 6% employer pension contribution
* Free eye tests
* Employee assistance programme
* Opportunities for professional development and training
About Meningitis Research Foundation
Meningitis Research Foundation is the world’s leading meningitis charity, headquartered in Bristol and operating globally. We are dedicated to supporting research, raising awareness, and providing direct support to individuals and families affected by meningitis. Our work is guided by values of integrity, compassion, collaboration, and evidence-led advocacy.
Application Process
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter addressing motivations for applying for the role and relevant skills and experience to talent@meningitis.org by 9:00 AM on Friday, 20th June.
A full candidate pack, including further details about our charity and the role, can be found on our website via the jobs page.
Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams during the week commencing 23rd June.
For further information or to discuss the role, please contact charlotteu@meningitis.org.