Community Fundraiser
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 27 Chwefror 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £11,905 i £13,500 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 29 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Cumbria, North West England |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Multicultural Cumbria |
| Math o swydd: | Dros dro |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: |
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Hours of Work
Negotiable, depending on programme of work - flexibility is essential and some evening and weekend working will be required.
Total of 18.75 hours per week on average
Location:
Carlisle based with the potential to work in other areas of Cumberland
Responsible to:
Chief Executive Officer
Job Context:
Multicultural Cumbria requires a fundraiser to lead and deliver effective fundraising activities that generate sustainable income for the Charity. Working as part of a small, collaborative team, the Community Fundraiser will take responsibility for specific income streams.
The Community Fundraiser will focus on community fundraising, and events.
The postholder will build positive relationships with supporters, develop innovative campaigns, and help embed a culture of fundraising across the organisation to ensure that Multicultural Cumbria can continue to make a positive impact.
The post holder will report directly to the CEO, and work closely with her and the Director of Strategy and Partnerships.
Multicultural Cumbria has no formal income generation strategy. This will be developed by the CEO, DSP and the Trustees with input from the post holder.
This role does not include fundraising from Trusts and Foundations or other grant awarding institutions including local or national Government.
This post is offered for an initial period of 12 months, with a 6 month probation period.
Key performance indicators will be mutually agreed, depending on the successful candidate's skills and experience.
Successful outcomes will enable Multicultural Cumbria to offer continued employment beyond the 12 months period, with the opportunity to gain experience in other areas of fundraising.
For those less experienced, there will be an opportunity to gain a Certificate in Fundraising from the Chartered Institute of Fundraising after the first year in post.
Multicultural Cumbria is a grassroots organisation committed to promoting inclusion, celebrating cultural diversity, and empowering ethnically diverse communities across Cumbria. Since its formation in 2017, we have built strong community connections through arts, education, food, and dialogue, creating a vital bridge between cultures.
We aim to enable, engage and empower diasporas to create a truly multicultural county; to break down barriers and promote cultures by sharing our similarities and celebrating our differences. This promotes a strong sense of identity for diasporas to make a positive contribution to Cumbria and its cultural diversity.
Multicultural Cumbria has a small staff team of 5 people, so this position is an opportunity to really contribute your ideas, energy, skills and experience with visible results.
Purpose of The Role:
Develop, lead, and deliver fundraising initiatives aligned to the charity’s goals.
Take shared responsibility across income generation streams, including:
Corporate Partnerships – creating, developing, and stewarding relationships with businesses.
Community Fundraising – supporting and inspiring volunteer-led initiatives and local groups.
Events – planning, coordinating, and delivering charity-led events.
Ensure all fundraising activities comply with the fundraising regulator, GDPR, and best practice.
Monitor and report on fundraising income and expenditure, tracking progress against agreed targets.
Maintain accurate records and produce financial reports.
Represent Multicultural Cumbria at networking opportunities, community talks, and promotional events; acting as an ambassador for the Charity when required
Person Specification
Essential skills, knowledge and experience:
Excellent communication skills across phone, email and in person
Respectful of people from diverse backgrounds
Key role in the delivery of community events or fundraising activities
An understanding of sensitivities, cultures, heritages and identities, beliefs and ways of life of diaspora living in Cumbria.
Desirable skills, knowledge and experience:
Experience of fundraising, particularly of running successful income generating campaigns
Proven track record of successful fundraising within the Voluntary, Charity or Arts and Cultural sectors.
Experience of working to income targets
Experience in working with people whose first language is not English.
Positive relationships with the local media
A flexible approach is essential as working hours will depend on the needs of the organisation and will include some weekend and evening working.
Personal attributes, behaviours and attitudes:
A confident, persuasive and concise communicator; able to articulate values and beliefs.
Plans ahead to ensure agreed deadlines are met and embraces the challenge of managing multiple priorities.
A creative problem solver, comfortable in addressing difficult issues, thinking strategically and able to take responsibility for actions.
Dedicated, entrepreneurial, ambitious, passionate, loyal and always supportive of others in all aspects of life and work.
Please note this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check
To Apply:
For an application pack email: jo@multiculturalcumbria.org.uk
Closing Date:
Applications must be submitted by 9am Tuesday 7th April 2026.
Interviews:
Interviews will be held on Friday 17th April 2026.
Negotiable, depending on programme of work - flexibility is essential and some evening and weekend working will be required.
Total of 18.75 hours per week on average
Location:
Carlisle based with the potential to work in other areas of Cumberland
Responsible to:
Chief Executive Officer
Job Context:
Multicultural Cumbria requires a fundraiser to lead and deliver effective fundraising activities that generate sustainable income for the Charity. Working as part of a small, collaborative team, the Community Fundraiser will take responsibility for specific income streams.
The Community Fundraiser will focus on community fundraising, and events.
The postholder will build positive relationships with supporters, develop innovative campaigns, and help embed a culture of fundraising across the organisation to ensure that Multicultural Cumbria can continue to make a positive impact.
The post holder will report directly to the CEO, and work closely with her and the Director of Strategy and Partnerships.
Multicultural Cumbria has no formal income generation strategy. This will be developed by the CEO, DSP and the Trustees with input from the post holder.
This role does not include fundraising from Trusts and Foundations or other grant awarding institutions including local or national Government.
This post is offered for an initial period of 12 months, with a 6 month probation period.
Key performance indicators will be mutually agreed, depending on the successful candidate's skills and experience.
Successful outcomes will enable Multicultural Cumbria to offer continued employment beyond the 12 months period, with the opportunity to gain experience in other areas of fundraising.
For those less experienced, there will be an opportunity to gain a Certificate in Fundraising from the Chartered Institute of Fundraising after the first year in post.
Multicultural Cumbria is a grassroots organisation committed to promoting inclusion, celebrating cultural diversity, and empowering ethnically diverse communities across Cumbria. Since its formation in 2017, we have built strong community connections through arts, education, food, and dialogue, creating a vital bridge between cultures.
We aim to enable, engage and empower diasporas to create a truly multicultural county; to break down barriers and promote cultures by sharing our similarities and celebrating our differences. This promotes a strong sense of identity for diasporas to make a positive contribution to Cumbria and its cultural diversity.
Multicultural Cumbria has a small staff team of 5 people, so this position is an opportunity to really contribute your ideas, energy, skills and experience with visible results.
Purpose of The Role:
Develop, lead, and deliver fundraising initiatives aligned to the charity’s goals.
Take shared responsibility across income generation streams, including:
Corporate Partnerships – creating, developing, and stewarding relationships with businesses.
Community Fundraising – supporting and inspiring volunteer-led initiatives and local groups.
Events – planning, coordinating, and delivering charity-led events.
Ensure all fundraising activities comply with the fundraising regulator, GDPR, and best practice.
Monitor and report on fundraising income and expenditure, tracking progress against agreed targets.
Maintain accurate records and produce financial reports.
Represent Multicultural Cumbria at networking opportunities, community talks, and promotional events; acting as an ambassador for the Charity when required
Person Specification
Essential skills, knowledge and experience:
Excellent communication skills across phone, email and in person
Respectful of people from diverse backgrounds
Key role in the delivery of community events or fundraising activities
An understanding of sensitivities, cultures, heritages and identities, beliefs and ways of life of diaspora living in Cumbria.
Desirable skills, knowledge and experience:
Experience of fundraising, particularly of running successful income generating campaigns
Proven track record of successful fundraising within the Voluntary, Charity or Arts and Cultural sectors.
Experience of working to income targets
Experience in working with people whose first language is not English.
Positive relationships with the local media
A flexible approach is essential as working hours will depend on the needs of the organisation and will include some weekend and evening working.
Personal attributes, behaviours and attitudes:
A confident, persuasive and concise communicator; able to articulate values and beliefs.
Plans ahead to ensure agreed deadlines are met and embraces the challenge of managing multiple priorities.
A creative problem solver, comfortable in addressing difficult issues, thinking strategically and able to take responsibility for actions.
Dedicated, entrepreneurial, ambitious, passionate, loyal and always supportive of others in all aspects of life and work.
Please note this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check
To Apply:
For an application pack email: jo@multiculturalcumbria.org.uk
Closing Date:
Applications must be submitted by 9am Tuesday 7th April 2026.
Interviews:
Interviews will be held on Friday 17th April 2026.