Fundraising Assistant East England / Northampton

Marie Curie Cancer Care

  • Northampton
  • £21,445 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
Job Description:Title: Fundraising Assistant EastSalary: £21,445 per annumHours/Contract: Permanent, 35 Hours/weekClosing date: 6th May 2024Interview date: 13th May 2024The Fundraising Assistant will work out of our Northampton Fundraising office alongside our community-based fundraising team who cover the East region. Reporting to the Senior Community Fundraiser, the role will provide fundraising and administrative support to the team.Marie Curie Benefits Package:
  • Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work
  • Defined contribution schemes for Pension
  • Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
  • Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
  • Introduce a friend scheme
  • Help with childcare cost (T & C's apply)
  • Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card
  • Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme
  • Life assurance - for all employees
  • Eye care- Marie Curie will pay towards sight tests
What's in it for you?
  • Annual leave allowance -
  • England and Wales = 25 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)
  • Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave
  • Continuous Professional development - (Marie Curie supports and encourages personal and professional development)
  • Industry leading training programmes
  • Office based with Flexible Working Hours
  • Free DBS
What we are looking for:
  • A proven track record in delivering excellent supporter service to members of the public and encourage ongoing support
  • A good team working ethos, as well as the initiative to manage your own work plan and being able to prioritise
  • The ability to spot potential and build relationships
  • Strong IT skills, including Word processing, email and spread sheets, mail merges and a working knowledge of databases
  • Understanding of general office systems and procedures.
  • An awareness of end of life care and supporting everyone through all aspects of death, dying and bereavement
At Marie Curie we understand that everyone will be affected by dying, death and bereavement and deserves the best possible experience, reflecting what's most important to them. As the UK's leading end of life charity, it is our ambition to make this happen. To help achieve this, we are seeking to recruit a Fundraising Assistant to join our dynamic with the East fundraising team and be part of shaping the future of fundraising across the nation.Reporting to the Senior Community Fundraiser and working closely with some of the most talented fundraising people in the charity sector, your role will be to provide fundraising and administrative support to the team. You'll assist in building and developing fundraising relationships in the community, by providing excellent stewardship and support to our fundraising groups, volunteers, and key supporters. You will work within the important processes and guidelines we set around cash handling and ensure the integrity of our supporter and financial databases. You will also be the office representative for Health and Safety, ensuring checks are carried out when required and full training given.If you enjoy the challenge of multi-tasking, supporting others in their goals; working in a multi-faceted environment, thinking on your feet, and bringing creativity to a role, then this may be the job for you.To view the job description pleaseFor more information or an informal chat please contact our Senior Community Fundraiser, Lauren Alexander on 07525801521 / or Head of East Fundraising, Claire Morris on 07515135593/To apply, please send us your most recent CV and a cover letter detailing your experience, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie CurieMarie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.We believe that diversity makes us stronger. Join Marie Curie and be part of an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and experiences are valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and walks of life. Apply today to bring your talents to our diverse and inclusive charity.We're committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application and selection process. You can request support viaThis role will be subject to receiving Standard criminal record check.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.About Us:Every day of your life matters - from the first to the last. When you work for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We're a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and 12,000 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left.Everyone knows our daffodil, but it's our warmth, creativity and care that touch lives. Here, we take the time to really get to know the people we care for and those who love them. And we do whatever it takes to give them the final days and hours they deserve.

Marie Curie Cancer Care