Fundraising Officer – Independent… at Forgotten Women · London…

Fundraising Officer – Independent Contractor

Organisation: Forgotten Women
Contract Type: Independent Contractor
Contract Length: 12 months
Hours: Flexible
Remuneration: Performance-based, linked to funds successfully raised
Location: Flexible / Field-Based

About Forgotten Women -

Forgotten Women is a UK registered charity supporting women and communities affected by poverty, conflict and humanitarian crises.

We are looking for a proactive, confident and relationship-focused Fundraising Officer to work with Forgotten Women on an independent contractual basis.

This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys fundraising, networking, organising events, developing new ideas and building meaningful relationships with individuals, businesses and communities.

About the Role -

The Fundraising Officer will be responsible for identifying, developing and delivering fundraising opportunities on behalf of Forgotten Women.

You will have the flexibility to develop your own fundraising ideas and activities while working within the charity's approval processes and fundraising standards.

Fundraising activity may include community events, donor outreach, corporate fundraising, digital campaigns, partnerships and other approved fundraising initiatives.

This is a flexible, performance-based contractual opportunity rather than a salaried employment position.

Key Responsibilities -

• Identify and develop new fundraising opportunities
• Plan and deliver fundraising events and campaigns
• Develop creative fundraising ideas to generate support and donations
• Build relationships with individuals, businesses, organisations and community groups
• Approach potential donors, supporters and corporate partners
• Carry out fundraising through approved in-person, telephone, event and digital channels
• Develop corporate fundraising and partnership opportunities
• Support relevant grant fundraising and outreach
• Encourage individuals and communities to participate in fundraising activities
• Build and maintain positive relationships with donors and supporters
• Support donor stewardship and ongoing engagement
• Prepare fundraising proposals and event plans for approval
• Complete relevant risk assessments for proposed events
• Submit promotional and marketing materials for approval before use
• Keep accurate records of fundraising activity
• Provide updates on fundraising progress and activity
• Ensure fundraising is carried out honestly, professionally and respectfully
• Follow Forgotten Women policies and relevant fundraising, safeguarding and data protection requirements

Remuneration -

This is an independent contractor opportunity and does not include a fixed salary or hourly wage.

Remuneration is performance-based and calculated according to qualifying funds successfully generated through the contractor's approved fundraising activities.

There is no guaranteed minimum payment or fixed monthly salary.

Full details regarding the remuneration structure, qualifying fundraising income, attribution and payment arrangements will be provided as part of the contractor agreement.

Working Arrangement

The role provides flexibility in how fundraising activity is organised and delivered.

The contractor will:

• Manage their own working time and fundraising activity
• Have no standard fixed working hours
• Attend approved events, meetings or relevant training where reasonably required
• Obtain approval before launching fundraising events or campaigns
• Agree any proposed expenditure with Forgotten Women in advance
• Maintain appropriate records of their fundraising activities
• Be responsible for their own tax and other applicable obligations as an independent contractor

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who is:

• Proactive and self-motivated
• Confident communicating with different people
• Comfortable approaching individuals, businesses and organisations
• Able to build and maintain strong professional relationships
• Creative and confident in developing fundraising ideas
• Comfortable planning and organising events or campaigns
• Able to work independently and take ownership of their fundraising activity
• Organised and able to maintain accurate records
• Professional and respectful when communicating with donors and supporters
• Interested in charitable and humanitarian work

Desirable Experience

Experience in one or more of the following would be beneficial:

• Fundraising
• Charity or NGO work
• Events and event management
• Community engagement
• Corporate partnerships
• Business development
• Sales
• Relationship management
• Donor engagement

Previous fundraising experience is desirable but not essential where applicants can demonstrate strong communication, networking, relationship-building and organisational skills.

Important Information

Please note that this is an independent contractor position and not a salaried employment role.

There is no fixed salary, hourly wage or guaranteed minimum income. Remuneration is linked to qualifying funds successfully generated through approved fundraising activity.

If you are confident in building relationships, developing fundraising opportunities and turning ideas into successful events and campaigns, we would be pleased to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV through Indeed or email us at office@forgottenwomen.org, along with a brief introduction outlining your relevant experience and interest in fundraising with Forgotten Women.

Application question(s):

• Are you comfortable working on an independent contractor basis, with no fixed salary or hourly wage and remuneration linked to funds successfully raised?
• Do you have previous experience in fundraising, sales, business development, events, community engagement or donor relationship management?
• Are you comfortable approaching individuals, businesses and organisations to develop fundraising opportunities and partnerships?
• Have you previously organised or supported fundraising events or campaigns?
• Are you able to attend fundraising events and occasional meetings when required?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London E1 1EW