We re looking for someone with admin experience to be part of our community and events fundraising team. Along with another executive, you ll be helping our existing and new supporters to raise funds and supporting the other members of the community and events team. Macular disease is the biggest cause of sight loss in the UK, with around 300 people diagnosed every day. The Macular Society is the only charity in the UK beating the fear and isolation of macular disease with world class research, and the best advice and support. You ll be one of two executives: Helping the community and events team to raise funds from our supporters Giving supporters in our communities the best stewardship while they are fundraising, and encouraging them to fundraise further Supporting all members of the community and events team Adhering to current fundraising regulations and best practice Keeping excellent records Our ideal candidate will have: Experience of working in a fundraising environment or similar Good IT skills and experience of using digital media A good head for numbers Excellent written and verbal communication skills A passion for working with people to achieve great results In return, we provide a great working culture we do something worthwhile and are proud to work together to Beat Macular Disease as recognised by our inclusion in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023 list. We offer flexible working options, 26 days annual leave, rising to 27 after one year s service, the ability to buy or sell annual leave, supportive family policies, and 6% pension contribution. We are passionate about treating people fairly and as equals; doing so is instinctive to us. To Beat Macular Disease for all we know we have work to do. That s why we are keen to hear from people of all backgrounds who have the skills and experience we are looking for. We particularly encourage applications from people from under-represented groups, to help ensure what we do and how we do it is inclusive for everyone.
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
We re looking for someone with admin experience to be part of our community and events fundraising team. Along with another executive, you ll be helping our existing and new supporters to raise funds and supporting the other members of the community and events team. Macular disease is the biggest cause of sight loss in the UK, with around 300 people diagnosed every day. The Macular Society is the only charity in the UK beating the fear and isolation of macular disease with world class research, and the best advice and support. You ll be one of two executives: Helping the community and events team to raise funds from our supporters Giving supporters in our communities the best stewardship while they are fundraising, and encouraging them to fundraise further Supporting all members of the community and events team Adhering to current fundraising regulations and best practice Keeping excellent records Our ideal candidate will have: Experience of working in a fundraising environment or similar Good IT skills and experience of using digital media A good head for numbers Excellent written and verbal communication skills A passion for working with people to achieve great results In return, we provide a great working culture we do something worthwhile and are proud to work together to Beat Macular Disease as recognised by our inclusion in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023 list. We offer flexible working options, 26 days annual leave, rising to 27 after one year s service, the ability to buy or sell annual leave, supportive family policies, and 6% pension contribution. We are passionate about treating people fairly and as equals; doing so is instinctive to us. To Beat Macular Disease for all we know we have work to do. That s why we are keen to hear from people of all backgrounds who have the skills and experience we are looking for. We particularly encourage applications from people from under-represented groups, to help ensure what we do and how we do it is inclusive for everyone.
Macular disease is the biggest cause of sight loss in the UK, with around 300 people diagnosed every day. The Macular Society is the only charity determined to beat the fear and isolation of macular disease with world class research, and the best advice and support. To support people affected by macular disease now, the Macular Society provides a range of support, information and services. Our research programme is focused on finding new treatments and a cure to beat macular disease forever. We are undergoing significant changes, with a transformational new strategy to multiply our income, ultimately funding research that will find a cure. What we re looking for An experienced fundraising or marketing professional or consultant with a proven track record of developing and implementing Legacy and In Memory campaigns aimed at creating awareness, inspiring action and ultimately helping to secure future Legacy and In Memory gifts for the Macular Society. You ll be familiar with and comfortable analysing data and insights that inform decision making and approaches towards legacy and in memory marketing, ensuring these activities are well targeted and effective, using a range of channels. Once secured, you ll also be passionate about providing the best possible supporter experience, understanding motivations and reflecting them in a way that brings people closer to the cause and encouraging future support. Leading a team of two experienced Legacy and In Memory Fundraising Officers, you ll support this talent by providing opportunities for learning and development. What we provide in return We have a great working culture at Macular Society (take a look here at what our staff say) and offer flexible working options, 26 days annual leave pro rata, supportive family policies, and 6% pension contribution. We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. We offer a flexible approach to working in this role which can either be part-time (minimum of 30 hours per week) or full-time, and can either be office or home-based, or a mix of the two. The only thing we do ask is that you visit the Andover office in Hampshire on a monthly or two-monthly basis, as we feel it s important that the team all come together regularly in person.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Macular disease is the biggest cause of sight loss in the UK, with around 300 people diagnosed every day. The Macular Society is the only charity determined to beat the fear and isolation of macular disease with world class research, and the best advice and support. To support people affected by macular disease now, the Macular Society provides a range of support, information and services. Our research programme is focused on finding new treatments and a cure to beat macular disease forever. We are undergoing significant changes, with a transformational new strategy to multiply our income, ultimately funding research that will find a cure. What we re looking for An experienced fundraising or marketing professional or consultant with a proven track record of developing and implementing Legacy and In Memory campaigns aimed at creating awareness, inspiring action and ultimately helping to secure future Legacy and In Memory gifts for the Macular Society. You ll be familiar with and comfortable analysing data and insights that inform decision making and approaches towards legacy and in memory marketing, ensuring these activities are well targeted and effective, using a range of channels. Once secured, you ll also be passionate about providing the best possible supporter experience, understanding motivations and reflecting them in a way that brings people closer to the cause and encouraging future support. Leading a team of two experienced Legacy and In Memory Fundraising Officers, you ll support this talent by providing opportunities for learning and development. What we provide in return We have a great working culture at Macular Society (take a look here at what our staff say) and offer flexible working options, 26 days annual leave pro rata, supportive family policies, and 6% pension contribution. We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. We offer a flexible approach to working in this role which can either be part-time (minimum of 30 hours per week) or full-time, and can either be office or home-based, or a mix of the two. The only thing we do ask is that you visit the Andover office in Hampshire on a monthly or two-monthly basis, as we feel it s important that the team all come together regularly in person.
