Fundraising and Events Assistant

Fundraising and Events Assistant (Female Only)

The Nelson Trust is an award-winning charity that brings belief,hopeand long-term recovery to people affected by addiction and multiple disadvantages.

We'relooking for a passionate and enthusiastic Fundraising and Events Assistant to join our Business Development Team at an exciting stage of growth. This varied and rewarding role is ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, supporting fundraisingeventsand helping to raise awareness of our mission.You'llplay a key role in engaging supporters, delivering fundraisingactivitiesandgenerating the income needed to help transform lives.

Salary:£24,500 - £25,500 per annum (pro rata)
Hours:21 hours per week (3 days)
Location:Gloucestershire (Hybrid office/home working)

What will you do

• Support the delivery and development of fundraising activities and campaigns across theorganisation
• Assistwith the planning and delivery of fundraising events, including stakeholder liaison and event-day support
• Build andmaintainpositive relationships with supporters, donors, fundraisinggroupsand corporate partners
• Create engaging fundraising materials, newsletters, promotionalcontentand supporter communications
• Maintainaccuratesupporter records within the CRM system and support data quality and reporting activities
• Identifynew fundraising opportunities and help raise awareness of The Nelson Trust's services and impact

What we are looking for

• Full UK drivinglicenceand access to a car
• Experience working within the charitable fundraising sector
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to inspire and engage others
• Proven ability to build strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and supporters
• Strongorganisational,administrativeand time management skills, with the ability toprioritiseworkload effectively
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word,Exceland CRM systems
• A proactive team player who is passionate about The Nelson Trust's mission and willing to work flexibly to support events whenrequired

What we offer

• Holidays:25 daysannual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata), increasing by 1 day for each year of service up to a maximum of30 days
• Pension:6% employer contribution
• Investment in your development through training,supervisionand career pathways
• Access to wellbeing and employeeassistancesupport
• Death in service benefit (2x salary)
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Eye care scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme

Join us and help make a real difference to the lives of people affected by addiction,traumaand multiple disadvantages. Ifyou'repassionate about fundraising, relationshipbuildingand creating positive change in your community,we'dlove to hear from you.

Interviews will be held week commencing 7th September 2026

Due to the nature of the work carried out in our Women's Centres this role is restricted to female applicants onlyin accordance withthe provisions of the occupational requirement (Equality Act 2010,pursuant toSchedule 9, Part 1).

We have become known for the quality of our work and ability to provide bespoke care and support services.While we are proud of our achievements so far, we are ambitious and want to continue to grow and diversify our workforce.

Werecognisethat employees fromdifferent backgroundsbring unique knowledge, perspectives andexperiencesand we are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from individuals across all sectors of society.

This is an opportunity for new,challengingand highly rewarding experiences. Our staff make a real difference to people's lives and in return for your commitment and enthusiasm, we offer a comprehensive training and developmentprogrammea generous pension scheme and a positive working environment.