Part‑time for this role is 20 hours per week (40‑hour FTE). The part‑time salary for 20 hours is £17,500 (£35,200 FTE)
Job Role: Overview
We are looking for a passionate and proactive fundraiser to help grow income, strengthen supporter relationships, and increase awareness of Stokenchurch Dog Rescue.
The role combines fundraising, digital communications, community engagement, donor stewardship, and event management, helping to create sustainable income and long-term support for the dogs in our care.
Main responsibilites include:
Fundraising & Donor Development
Develop and grow recurring income through:
- Monthly giving
- Sponsor a Dog schemes
- Donor journeys and retention
- Community and digital fundraising campaigns
Manage and develop fundraising activity across:
- Facebook and Instagram
- JustGiving and Crowdfunder
- Email campaigns and newsletters
- Seasonal and emergency appeals
- In-house systems including Patch
Supporter & Community Engagement
Build strong relationships with:
- Supporters and donors
- Volunteers
- Local businesses and community groups
Coordinate fundraising and community events including:
- Planning and organisation
- Site set-up and clear down
- Volunteer and vendor coordination
- Event problem-solving and delivery
Content & Communications
Work closely with the SDR team to create engaging:
- Rescue and rehoming stories
- Social media content
- Photos, video, and Reels
- Donor and supporter communications
Reporting & Administration
- Monitor campaign performance and engagement
- Produce monthly fundraising reports and KPI updates
- Ensure fundraising income and expenditure is accurately recorded
- Maintain records in line with SDR procedures
Compliance & Operational Duties
- Prepare Risk Assessments where required
- Follow SDR policies, procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures
- Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, safeguarding, insurance, and legal requirements
- Represent SDR professionally within the community
Special Requirements:
1. Must be comfortable with dogs and cats in the workplace/office. It will not be possible to accommodate the role holder bringing their pets to work
2. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK
3. Current valid full UK driving licence. SDR is not serviced by an extensive public transport service and for the full service of the role you must hold a Full Driving Licence, can travel and have use of your own vehicle
4. Willingness to be flexible, manage own workload and prioritise effectively. Will be required to work outside the standard 9-5 pm pattern.
Job Descriptions are not an exhaustive list of duties. You may also be required to carry out other duties and/or responsibilities commensurate with these responsibilities, and skills and qualifications of the post-holder as the Centre Manager/or the Board of Trustees may from time to time direct.
PERSONAL SPECIFICATION (all criteria are essential unless otherwise indicated)
We expect candidates to evidence these skills through clear, relevant examples that demonstrate how they have applied them effectively in previous roles.
Essential
- Social media and digital fundraising experience
- Copywriting and supporter communications
- Relationship building and community engagement
- Canva or similar design tools
- Basic campaign reporting and analytics
- Video/Reels/TikTok familiarity
- Strong organisation and communication skills
Desirable
- Charity fundraising experience
- CRM/database experience
- Event management experience
- Passion for animal welfare
Fundraising Objectives
Year 1 target: influence £40k–£60k additional income through:
- Monthly giving growth
- Digital fundraising campaigns
- Community fundraising
- Improved donor retention
Success will also be measured through:
- New supporters and donors
- Email list growth
- Social engagement
- Campaign profitability and performance
Pay: £17,600.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
