Fundraising Officer - Isle of Wight NHS Trust Charity

Job Posted: 6 March 2026

• Contract Term: Permanent
• Location: Newport, Isle of Wight
• Contract Type: Part time
• Salary: £31,049-£37,796 FTE £18,629-£22,677 Pro Rota 22.5 hours
• Industries: Charity / Voluntary Event Management

Job purpose

The primary purpose for the postholder will be to develop and manage the fundraising programme for Isle of Wight NHS Trust Charity.

The post holder will be an excellent relationship builder, able to work with multiple, varied stakeholders and deliver a sustainable events and community programme.

Job summary

 The Fundraising Officer (IOW) will be an enthusiastic passionate fundraiser who can engage and inspire people to support the work of the charity. The Fundraising Officer will be responsible for ensuring annual income targets are met through the delivery of the fundraising plan for Isle of Wight NHS Trust Charity:

• As directed by the Fundraising & Marketing Manager, develop and grow the fundraising plan to meet the income plans agreed by the Charity Board;
• To lead, manage and develop all stakeholders directly engaged in fundraising activities
• The Fundraising Officer (IOW) will manage the day-to-day delivery of all aspects of charity fundraising.
• Deputise for the Fundraising & Marketing Manager as required
• Work with the Fundraising & Marketing Manager to agree operational and personal objectives and performance targets which focus on the delivery of the charity fundraising strategy.
• Develop effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development of a culture of continuous improvement, promotion of new ideas and initiatives.
• Ensure that all legal and statutory fundraising obligations are met & keep up to date with any new fundraising regulations.

Functional Responsibilities

• Manage Charity Led Events
• Create, plan, manage and deliver on Charity Led events as agreed within the Fundraising strategy.
• Work with Fundraising & Marketing Manager to develop fully costed income and expenditure budgets.
• Recruit participants and volunteers to support events
• Maximise sponsorship opportunities.
• Plan and market events in a timely manner alongside the Marketing and Communications Officer
• Carry out appropriate risk assessments and other relevant regulative requirements for every event.
• Plan and manage the third-party event programme in collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Research and benchmark other charities and new events to increase participation and income.
• Review registrations and minimum sponsorship yearly in line with market trends and ROI.
• Develop and support Community Fundraising Activity
• Be the key liaison for supporting fundraisers with their own events.
• Account manage community fundraisers, providing them with all the fundraising support they require, including provision of fundraising materials, attending their events and providing advice and guidance in line with current regulation.
• Develop and manage low level corporate & trust contacts.
• Ensure all fundraisers complete a fundraising deed.
• Initiate and develop long term relationships with local charitable groups and other organisations e.g Rotary, Round Table, Lions, WI, Soroptimists, Schools, Scouts etc with the aim of securing financial and ‘in kind’ support.
• Support Marketing and Communication around the Fundraising Programme
• Work collaboratively with the Marketing and Communications Officer to provide input and support on the production of fundraising materials including the charity newsletter and on site branding
• Liaise and work alongside the Marketing & Communications Officer on the plan for publicising of events across a range of mediums including press releases. Highlight key fundraiser stories to pass onto the Marketing and Communications Officer to help raise the profile of the charity.
• Work with Marketing & Communications Officer to organise and attend cheque presentations and photo opportunities with fundraisers and hospital staff both on and off site as required.
• Use local media and social media to identify opportunities for growth and exposure.

Fundraising & Charity Administration

• Work with the Fundraising Administrator to ensure effective and accurate stewardship of donor information and communication
• Carry out research through a range of sources, including the internet to obtain relevant data for fundraising communications, strategies and charity promotions.
• Work with and guide (where appropriate) volunteers.
• Ensure you keep up to date with industry trends, regulation and changes in governance.

Financial Administration

• Work within the overall Fundraising Department budget and monitor and manage the events and community budget. Plan event expenditure to ensuring we maximise ROI.
• Proactively support and aid the team to achieve financial targets.
• Work with the Fundraising & Marketing Manager and other team members to produce regular performance reports from the charity database
• To carry out such other tasks as are required to meet the aims and objectives of the Isle of Wight NHS Trust Charity Strategy, which are commensurate with the grade of the post.

Key Responsibilities

Communication and Working Relationships

• The post holder will be providing and receiving routine information orally, in writing or electronically to inform work colleagues, patients, clients, carers, the public or other external contacts.  The communication will include;

(a) Providing and receiving routine information which requires tact or persuasive skills or where there are barriers to understanding

(b) providing and receiving complex or sensitive information,

(c) providing advice, instruction, or training to groups, where the subject matter is straightforward.