Job Description
Company Description
Youth Options works with children and young people across Southampton and west Hampshire. We
believe that all children and young people can achieve a better future if given the chance. You can help
us achieve that vision.
Our mission is to support children and young people to engage, develop and become empowered to
achieve a better future. We believe that every young person has the potential to realise their abilities
and aspirations and make a valuable contribution to their communities.
We focus our work on three key areas:
Prevention: supporting children and young people to engage positively with their friends, family and
local community, particularly in areas of need through street-based and centre-based youth work.
Targeted action: one to one and group support focusing on achieving positive outcomes including
engagement children and young people in nature-based, outdoor learning.
Progression opportunities: supporting young people to take personal responsibility for their future
through gaining qualifications, volunteer placements and employability programmes
Role Description
This is a fantastic opportunity to shape and build our Community and Events fundraising.
We need a creative and enthusiastic individual to build a key audience of supporters dedicated to the
difference Youth Options makes to the lives of young people.
No two days will be the same, from support a fundraiser to reach their fundraising target to planning our
annual fundraising events, presenting to local community groups to running a stall at the local carnival. You will have the opportunity to engage with the local community, build a network of fundraisers, run your own events and challenges and, most importantly, help those who need support now more than ever.
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Eastleigh/hybrid with some
travel across Hampshire
Hours: Part or Full-time considered (Evening and occasional weekend working will be required)
Reports to: Head of Fundraising and Communications
Starting Salary: £25,740- £28,275
Responsibilities
Fundraising:
* Raise income to support our fundraising strategy
* Research, recruit and support individuals to raise funds through their own fundraising events, challenges and competitions
* Design and run fundraising opportunities
* Motivate and encourage supporters to maximise income
* Ensure all funds are collected
Community Engagement:
* Build up a dedicated supporter base to support Youth Options’ community programmes through events and networking.
* Develop our Community Champion Scheme
* Research local organisations and present our work to them to create lasting relationships.
Person Specification
Experience:
* Working in a similar events or fundraising role
* Planning and running events
* Working with people and building up relationships across different audiences
Knowledge:
* Funding and charitable sectors
* Researching, attending and running events
* Proven track record of developing and managing donor relationships
* Aware of opportunities in the local area
* Computer literate in MS Office
* Experience of using online fundraising platforms specifically Just Giving
Essential Skills and Competencies:
* Outstanding organisational skills and attention to detail
* Outstanding communication skills
* Outstanding networker capable of developing relationships
* Able to plan, prioritise and manage a varied workload
* Ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines
* Able to effectively represent Youth Options and promote core brand messages
* A creative thinker who can bring fresh outlook and ideas
* Collaborative, able to work in a small, informal team
* Confident public speaker able to talk passionately about our work
Personal Qualities:
* Strong affinity with our values of being committed, supportive and inspiring
* Confident, approachable, friendly person
* Highly motivated, with ability to work independently and act on initiative
* Flexible and adaptable
* Willingness to learn and offer a positive approach to the work at hand
* Ambitious and target driven