Fundraising and Events Coordinator

YMCA North Tyneside, based in the heart of North Shields, the vibrant voluntary organisation delivers a range of essential support including housing, youth programmes, and community initiatives that positively impact areas throughout North Tyneside, and actively reaching areas such as South Tyneside and Teesdale.

Deeply rooted in the region, as part of the global YMCA family, the world's oldest and largest youth movement, our local commitment is to build an inclusive community where everyone feels supported to be healthy, happy, and connected.

Empowering individuals and communities across 119 countries, YMCA positively impacts 64 million people annually. We are driven by our commitment to believe in people, inspire growth, serve our communities, and help them thrive.

**The Role**

**Overview**:
This role drives fundraising by developing and managing engaging campaigns and events that generate vital income for young people and local communities. It involves cultivating strong, lasting partnerships with businesses and donors, and creating compelling social media content to boost awareness and inspire support. Success in this role will be measured by key impact metrics, including income generated, partnership growth, and increased social media engagement. Ultimately, this role is crucial in enhancing our capacity to deliver our mission and achieve tangible positive impact.

**Who are we looking for**:
A proactive and results-oriented individual with a strong track record in fundraising and building lasting partnerships. Highly organised with excellent communication and people skills, they are eager to join an organisation where they can see the direct impact of their work and make a real difference.

**Qualities**:

- Action-oriented
- Passionate & mission-driven
- Strong communicator and relationship builder
- Creative and Innovative
- Strategic Thinker
- Organised and Detail-Oriented

**Experience**:

- Proven success in developing and delivering fundraising campaigns and events.
- Significant experience managing relationships with businesses and donors.
- Experience across multiple sectors and with social media for fundraising.

**Skills**:

- Strategic planning and event/campaign management
- Exceptional stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Proficient in social media marketing and budget management.

**Key Details**:
**Interviews**:If you are successful interviews will start from 18th June 2025

**Safeguarding**

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We strive to create a safe and supportive environment where everyone feels protected from harm. We have robust procedures in place to prevent and address any concerns about abuse or neglect. All staff and volunteers have a responsibility to report any concerns about the safety or welfare of children, young people, or vulnerable adults. We have clear reporting procedures and we will take all concerns seriously.

**As part of our commitment to safer recruitment, all roles that involve working with children, young people or vulnerable adults will require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level including checks against the relevant Barred Lists.** We are committed to thorough background checks to help ensure that those whom we employ are suitable to work with these groups.

**Equal Opportunities**

**Recruitment of Ex-Offenders**

We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified individuals, regardless of their background. We recognise that people can change and we are committed to giving individuals with criminal records a fair chance to demonstrate their skills and abilities.

We assess each applicant based on their qualifications, experience, and suitability for the role, taking into account the nature of the offense, the time elapsed since the conviction, and any evidence of rehabilitation.

We are dedicated to creating a workplace that fosters inclusion and supports the successful reintegration of individuals into the workforce. We comply with all relevant legislation and guidelines regarding the employment of ex-offenders and we are committed to maintaining a safe and respectful work environment for all employee.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £27,300.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company car
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free fitness classes
- Gym membership
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- Paid volunteer time
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

- North Shields: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

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