Community & Challenge Events Fundraiser

Queenscourt Hospice Enterprises Ltd; Sefton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A local charity organization is seeking a Community & Challenge Events Fundraiser to join their fundraising team in Southport. The successful candidate will develop long-term relationships with supporters to increase income and raise awareness. They must have a strong background in fundraising and relationship management, alongside excellent communication skills. The role offers a salary ranging from £32,511 to £38,181 per annum and comes with numerous employee benefits in a supportive environment.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Comprehensive induction program

Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance program

Free on-site parking

Subsidised staff meals

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fundraising or related field.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with supporters.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop long term fundraising relationships with groups and individuals.
• Ensure supporters reach and exceed their fundraising targets.
• Work as part of the fundraising team.

Skills

Relationship management

Supporter development

Fundraising

Event management

Job description

Queenscourt Hospice is an independent charity that provides free, specialist palliative care for the people of Southport, Formby and West Lancashire. We care for patients with advanced progressive, illnesses, helping them to achieve the best possible quality of life.

Community & Challenge Events Fundraiser

£32,511 to £38,181 (Dependant on Experience)

30 hours, Permanent

Location: Southport, Merseyside

The post holder will work as a member of the fundraising team, increasing income and raising awareness of Queenscourt Hospice throughout the local community by developing long term fundraising relationships with groups, volunteers, local organisations, and individuals.

We are looking for a fundraising professional who has an excellent understanding of relationship management and supporter development, and who has the drive and enthusiasm to help grow our portfolio of challenge and community activities. These include the Virgin Money London Marathon, Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100 and Great North Run. The right candidate will deliver an excellent supporter experience, ensuring that our supporters reach and exceed their fundraising targets.

Out of hours working is essential in this role.

Closing date for applications is Midnight Sunday 4 th January 2026

If sufficient response is received this advert could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, so please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.

For further information or for an informal conversation, please contact Liz Hartley or Hayley Jones on 01704 517425. Application packs and full job description with person specification are available from the vacancies section on our website www.queenscourt.org.uk/jobs or email [e-mail]

Are you Interested?

We offer:

• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 29 and 30 at respective 5 and 10 year anniversaries
• We recognise NHS service in respect of holidays, sickness and salary
• We support NHS Pensions contributions for those with eligibility
• Enhanced maternity, Paternity, adoption and shared parental leave
• Access to offers and discounts (including Blue Light Cards)
• A comprehensive induction program with ongoing training and development
• Career progression opportunities
• Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance program (EAP)
• Free on-site parking
• Supportive, employee focussed policies along with a wealth of wellbeing initiatives
• Working in a modern, bright, and welcoming environment
• Subsidised staff meals
• Staff receive excellent support and supervision from our management team

Please note – Any applicants for roles at Queenscourt Hospice must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship to work in the UK at this time.Due to the size of our organisation and the nature of our business, it is critical that we fill vacancies quickly therefore the successful candidate will need to be able to provide evidence of right to work in the UK. As a registered charity we are also unable to offer financial relocation packages.

Salary:
£32,511 to £38,181 per annum/pro rata (Dependant on Experience)