Events and Community Fundraising Assistant

Events and Community Fundraising Assistant Job description and person specification Imagine being told that you, or someone you love, is losing their sight. In that moment, two profound questions demand urgent answers: · Can this be stopped? · How will I live my life? Currently, research into preventing and treating sight loss is chronically underfunded, receiving a mere 1.2% of publicly funded health research grants: people who are blind or vision impaired are three times more likely to experience loneliness and isolation than the general population. We find and fund the brilliant minds and bright ideas that put change in sight. Our researchers are at the forefront, making breakthroughs and discoveries that will prevent, treat and cure eye disease. The partnerships we build and initiatives we support are changing life for blind and vision impaired people. We are Fight for Sight: we won’t stop until we: Save Sight. Change Lives . We have a clear ambition and have the support of well-respected and highly engaged ambassadors. We are now looking for experienced, committed, and creative individuals to join our dynamic team to help realise a new five-year growth strategy. If you want to be part of something impactful, we’d love to hear from you. The Events and Community Fundraising Assistant will work within the Events and Community team, that sits within the wider Fundraising department. We are looking for someone with strong time management, multi-tasking skills and importantly, a curious mind that would like to develop their skills in relationship and events and community fundraising. Responsible to: Events and Community Fundraising Manager Direct reports: None Working hours and contract: This is a permanent full-time role (35 hours per week). We will consider part-time and flexible arrangements. Salary: £25,711 - £26,500 (depending on experience) Location : Central London with some remote working. A minimum of two days required in the office (50 Leman Street, London, E1 8HQ) and external meetings and events as required. How to Apply: Please submit your CV and a cover letter, with the subject header: Events and Community Fundraising Assistant application to our recruitment inbox. Your cover letter should include a supporting statement (max two pages) comprising why you think you are an ideal candidate for the role, what applicable experience you’ll bring and why you want to work for Fight for Sight. Closing date for applications : 9am, Monday 28 September 2026 Early applications are encouraged. We will be shortlisting and interviewing on a rolling basis; therefore, we will close the vacancy as soon as we have found the right candidate. The interview process is as follows: · 1st interview: Online with recruiting manager and fundraising colleague · 2nd interview and an informal meeting with colleagues: Face to face in London E1 8HQ with line manager and other members of the fundraising team Role Responsibilities · Steward and support fundraisers participating in challenge events and community activities, delivering excellent supporter care and ensuring a positive fundraising experience. · Manage relationships with community fundraisers, including schools, local groups, Rotary Clubs, organisations and individuals, providing guidance and encouragement to maximise fundraising success. · Coordinate and deliver community fundraising collections and awareness activities, including supermarket token schemes, train or tube station collections, and other one-day fundraising events. · Organise volunteer coordination, cheerpoints and event-day logistics for flagship third-party events such as the London Marathon. · Liaise with third-party event providers, ensuring timely participant registration on supplier consoles and accurate administration. · Research, identify and engage schools, community organisations and local groups to generate new fundraising opportunities, building relationships through proactive outreach and stewardship. · Manage the Events Inbox, responding to enquiries promptly and coordinating communications with supporters and event partners. · Prepare and distribute fundraising materials to community groups and event participants in an efficient and timely manner. · Work with suppliers to order new fundraising materials. Be responsible for managing and replenishing fundraising merchandise and stock. · Source prizes and Gifts In Kind for community and challenge events. · Represent the charity at fundraising events and activities as required. Other · Use a CRM database to effectively administer and manage event and community enquiries, activities and supporter communications. · Answer inbound calls as part of the Head Office call team, and respond to or triage enquiries to be resolved in a timely manner. · Work collaboratively across the charity to promote cross-selling and encourage supporters to get involved in other campaigns and initiatives. · Become fully conversant with the aims and objectives of the