Community Fundraiser

Action Together; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent community organization is looking for a Community Fundraiser to lead fundraising efforts with diverse communities in Greater Manchester. This role involves planning events, developing fundraising campaigns, and building strong relationships with Ethnic Minorities and LGBTQ+ communities. The ideal candidate will have a proven record in generating community income and planning successful fundraising initiatives. This position offers the flexibility of hybrid working with competitive benefits like 25 days of annual leave and enhanced family leave.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Cycle to work scheme

Enhanced occupational sick pay

Birthday leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience in community fundraising with target audiences.
• Successful track record of generating income through community engagement.
• Understanding of challenges in fundraising within diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Establish and develop community fundraising systems and activities.
• Plan and deliver culturally appropriate fundraising events.
• Develop digital fundraising campaigns and establish donor databases.

Skills

Income generation through community fundraising

Building relationships with diverse communities

Planning and delivering fundraising events

Cultural competency

Strong communication skills

Job description

Contract type: Permanent subject to a probationary period

Salary: NJC SCP 23 to 25 (£34,434 to £36,363)

Based: Home working, with regular travel across Greater Manchester and to our offices in Liverpool, Leeds, Wakefield and Coventry.

BHA is a leading health and social care charity that works to challenge health inequalities and support individuals, families and communities to improve their health and well-being. We offer a range of unique services delivered at local, regional and national level in the areas of health promotion, community health education and engaging and involving communities in health and social care decision making.

The Community Fundraiser role is responsible for establishing and developing community fundraising systems and activities. This is BHA's first dedicated fundraising position, offering a unique opportunity to build sustainable income streams whilst building trusted relationships with Ethnic Minorities communities in and around Manchester, and others interested in supporting our cause.

You will plan and deliver culturally appropriate fundraising events, develop digital fundraising campaigns, establish donor databases and create fundraising systems that align with our values and mission.

The successful applicant should bring proven experience in community fundraising with our target audience. We are looking for someone who can demonstrate success in generating income through community engagement, has experience planning and delivering fundraising events, and understands the principles of community-centric fundraising.

You will be comfortable establishing systems and processes as needed, working independently whilst collaborating across teams. Cultural competency and sensitivity when working with diverse communities is essential, along with the ability to build trust and rapport with different community groups. Strong communication skills, attention to detail regarding compliance and data protection, and creative problem-solving abilities will be crucial to your success in this role.

The post holder will have the following essential criteria:

• Experience in successfully generating income through community fundraising activities
• Demonstrable experience working and building relationships with marginalised communities, particularly LGBTQ+ and/or Ethnic Minorities communities
• Experience planning and delivering fundraising events
• Experience establishing or developing fundraising systems and processes
• Understanding of the challenges and opportunities in fundraising within diverse communities
• Prepared to abide by the values and ethos of BHA For Equality
• Prepared to regularly work unsociable hours, including evenings and weekends for community events

Benefits of working with BHA

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro rata
• Birthday leave
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced occupational sick pay

If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Aydin Djemal at [e-mail] to arrange an informal telephone discussion.

Your application MUST DETAIL how you meet the points asked for in the person specification. CVs will not be accepted, and applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of appointment. We are not able to offer visa sponsorship. We carry out right to work checks fairly and without discrimination

Appointment is subject to a Basic DBS check. We only request information we’re legally entitled to and assess it in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and DBS filtering rule.

The closing date for applications is 23 rd February 2026

Interviews will be held w/c 2 nd March 2026

Reasonable adjustment:

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications that represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve. As a disability confident employer, we actively seek to remove any barriers. Therefore, if you have a disability and have any particular requirements to enable you to participate in the application process, please email [e-mail]

Key information

• Employer: BHA For Equality
• Locations: Hybrid, Remote, Greater Manchester
• Role Type: Permanent
• Working Hours: Full-Time

To apply for this role:

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More about this role

• Closing Date: Monday 23rd February 2026 at 12:00pm
• Anticipated Interviews Week Commencing: Monday, March 2, 2026 - 12:00
• Employee Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro rataBirthday leaveEmployee Assistant programme (includes income protection)Enhanced maternity and paternity payCycle to work schemeEnhanced occupational sick payFlexible working
• Flexible Working Options: Remote Working
• Would You Consider A Job Share For The Role?: Yes