Fundraiser

Royal British Legion Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization is seeking a Poppy Appeal Manager to coordinate the award-winning Poppy Appeal in Buckinghamshire. The role involves managing relationships with local supporters and ensuring effective fundraising efforts. Ideal candidates should have experience in relationship building and event planning, and must possess a full UK driving licence. This position offers flexible working arrangements and generous benefits including paid holidays and pension contributions.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday

Generous pension contributions

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in building relationships and planning events.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Commitment to engaging with the Armed Forces community.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of the Poppy Appeal.
• Develop corporate partnerships and community relationships.
• Support new Poppy Appeal Organisers.

Skills

Relationship building

Event planning

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

Role: Poppy Appeal Manager
Location: Buckinghamshire (Homebased)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 35 Hours, Monday to Friday

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join the Royal British Legion as a Poppy Appeal Manager for Buckinghamshire. This role coordinates all aspects of the award-winning Poppy Appeal in the area, working with the Regional Poppy Appeal Manager to meet income, expenditure, and contribution targets. You will manage relationships with local supporters, partners, and volunteers, ensuring they have the resources and support they need to maximise fundraising efforts and make a lasting impact.

Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of the Poppy Appeal in Buckinghamshire, in line with income, expenditure, and contribution targets.
• Develop and nurture corporate partnerships and local community relationships.
• Recruit, induct, and support new Poppy Appeal Organisers.
• Coordinate the Poppy Appeal launch and related PR and media activities.
• Represent the Royal British Legion in the local community and engage with stakeholders.
• Travel regularly as part of the role; expected to work from home with some evening and weekend commitments to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Keep stakeholders updated and support outreach activities; travel within the county and occasionally outside for training or conferences.
• Ensure resources and support are provided to volunteers for effective fundraising.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience in building relationships, planning events, and working with diverse stakeholders is highly valued; financial management experience is helpful but not essential.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Flexible working arrangements may be available; 9-day fortnight options and other arrangements may be considered.
• Ability to travel regularly, including overnight stays (typically 1–2 nights per year).
• Commitment to the cause and to engaging with the Armed Forces community.

Benefits & Other Information

• 28 days paid holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with service; optional annual leave purchase of up to 5 days.
• Very generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10%.
• Flexible working options may be available depending on role and needs of RBL.
• Employee Assistance Programme with confidential counselling, financial and legal advice.
• Learning opportunities and courses to support development goals.
• Opportunities to volunteer.
• Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more.

For more detailed information about the role, please see the Vacancy Information Pack attached to the direct advert.

RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.

We may close this vacancy early if we have enough strong applications. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

If you require the job advert or job description in an alternative format, please contact 0808 802 8080.

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