Fundraising and Events Manager

About the Role

Teckels is looking for an experienced, dynamic, and passionate Fundraiser to lead income generation across the charity. This is a varied and rewarding role, offering the opportunity to take ownership, drive innovation, and help rescue animals in need.

You’ll manage all existing fundraising events, create and launch new initiatives, and develop strong corporate partnerships. Working closely with our Volunteer and Community Coordinator, you’ll also utilise volunteers to maximise reach and impact.

This role is pivotal to Teckels’ long-term sustainability and is a key part of the leadership team.

About Teckels

Teckels is a small, independent charity nestled in the heart of Whitminster, Gloucestershire, with a powerful impact. Since 2003, we’ve supported around 250 cats and 150 dogs each year, giving them care, rehabilitation, and a chance at a forever home.

Our work is only possible thanks to our passionate team of employees and volunteers. This role underpins our sustainability and growth by setting a robust income strategy and leading on fundraising, volunteer management, and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and deliver the overall income generation strategy in collaboration with the Centre Manager and Board of Trustees.
• Identify new income streams, with a focus on internal resource use (e.g., volunteers).

Volunteer Management

• Set and manage the charity’s strategy for volunteers.
• Oversee the Volunteer & Community Coordinator.

Event Fundraising

• Plan and manage a year-round calendar of fundraising events (e.g. Summer Show, Christmas Fair, Easter Event).
• Oversee all event elements: resourcing, marketing, logistics, delivery, and post-event analysis.

Team Leadership

• Manage team members involved in fundraising and events.
• Support volunteer engagement and coordination for event delivery.

Partnership Building

• Build and maintain relationships with corporate groups, local businesses, and community organisations.
• Represent Teckels at events, networking functions, and funder meetings.

Grant Writing & Legacy Giving

• Lead the grant application process, including prioritisation and tracking.
• Support and drive the development of a legacy giving strategy.

Reporting & Governance

• Provide a monthly fundraising and events report in collaboration with the Office Manager.
• Present insights, updates, and future plans to the Board of Trustees.

Flexible Working

• The role requires flexibility to support event delivery, including weekends and occasional evenings.
• Job share arrangements (2 x 20 hours) may be considered for the right candidates.

Person Specification
Key Behaviours

• Strong team working skills; willing to collaborate and support colleagues.
• A true ambassador for the charity – professional, passionate, and community-focused.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience in events, fundraising, or community partnership roles (charity sector preferred).
• Volunteer management experience.
• Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent IT and administration skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong copywriting and communication skills.
• Proficiency with social media and audience engagement.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Ability to plan and prioritise a varied workload independently.
• Full UK driving licence.
• GCSEs or equivalent in English and Maths (pass grade).

Desirable (Not Essential)

• Grant writing experience.
• Legacy giving knowledge (can be taught on the job).
• Experience working with press/media.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable.
• Personable, approachable, and confident in public settings.
• Reliable, punctual, and committed.
• Discreet and tactful in handling confidential or sensitive matters.
• Attention to detail with a passion for quality and success.

Please Note:
This job description is not exhaustive. Responsibilities may vary from time to time in line with the needs of the charity.

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