Volunteer Fundraiser Trainer & Advisor

What will you be doing?

After a challenging period of inactivity due to the impacts of Covid, we are excited to embark on a new chapter, as we are ready to restart our activities in 2025 and to develop our projects and create a positive impact in our community. This is a unique opportunity for those eager to be part of a project evolving from its early stages to the launch of new initiatives. The volunteer will have ample opportunity to grow with the charity. We are looking for a passionate and articulate Fundraiser with extensive experience in fundraising strategy and bidding writing skills.  What this position entails This role is designed for someone eager to share their fundraising knowledge by coaching our team to enhance their skills and gain a deeper understanding of the fundraising landscape. We work with a dedicated team of volunteers, from our operational staff to those actively participating in our events, all of whom are enthusiastic about supporting our initiatives while gaining valuable experience and connecting with new people. Our Fundraising Trainer will provide valuable training to our fundraising and marketing team, focusing on enhancing their fundraising abilities, helping them to develop innovative strategies, and assisting with bid revisions by offering them constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement. We seek a mentor rather than someone to handle fundraising tasks for the team; we want a guide who can empower others to learn from their expertise. Therefore, the ideal candidate must possess excellent communication skills and the ability to train individuals in the art of fundraising with creativity and kindness.

What are we looking for?

The key focus of the role is:

 Train and guide the fundraising and marketing team, acting as a mentor. Revise bids and give insightful suggestions for improvement.

  Essential:

Highly experienced in Fundraising and with excellent communication skills. Able to produce training in Fundraising skills and deliver it to the team. Able to dedicate time to weekly catch-ups with the team and review actions, offering insightful tips for improvement. Able to give constructive feedback on bid applications.

  We might consider multiple volunteers for this position if we get applications from fundraisers with specialised skills in different areas of fundraising. The estimated time needed is 2 to 4 hours a week, and we welcome those volunteers who can offer more, although it is not a requirement for the role. We can be flexible and work with you to find hours that fit ours and your schedule - all help is much appreciated! As this is a trainer position, we unfortunately won’t accept applications from volunteers who do not possess a solid background in fundraising strategy.  

What difference will you make?

By getting involved you will gain:

This is an excellent opportunity for professionals eager to utilise their talents to address community needs and contribute to reducing inequality. Additionally, this is an excellent starting point for those wanting to transition their fundraising career to a mentor/coaching style and are looking for an opportunity to develop skills as a mentor/trainer, try new techniques and get useful feedback from the team.