Community Fundraising Officer
| Published | January 10, 2026 |
| Location | London, United Kingdom |
| Category | Finance |
| Job Type | Full Time |
Description
About the Role
The Community Fundraising Officer will be responsible for developing, supporting, and growing the community-based income for Doctors Worldwide (DWW). Working closely with local supporters, volunteers, groups, schools, and businesses, the postholder will build strong relationships, plan and implement community-based fundraising activities, deliver excellent supporter care, and help secure sustainable income to support the medical/healthcare work we do at Doctors Worldwide.
This role is suitable for someone who is both organised and hands-on, whilst also looking to move into a managerial role with a view to growing the fundraising department of DWW and their own role within the organisation.
Job Description & Key Responsibilities
Fundraising & Income Generation
Plan, deliver, and grow community fundraising activity across allocated regions.
Identify new community fundraising opportunities, networks, and partnerships.
Support individuals and groups undertaking their own events and challenges.
Promote charity-led fundraising campaigns and seasonal appeals.
Work towards agreed income targets while maintaining best practice and compliance.
Supporter Care & Relationship Building
Provide high-quality stewardship to supporters, including regular communication, fundraising materials, and guidance.
Build long-lasting relationships with community groups, schools, small businesses, clubs, faith groups, and local organisations.
Recruit, support, and motivate fundraising volunteers and ambassadors.
Event Delivery
Support the development and delivery of charity-led community events.
Work with relevant people and external partners to ensure events are safe, fun, and financially viable.
Attend community events, cheque presentations, and partner engagements as a charity representative.
Administration & Compliance
Maintain accurate records of supporter interactions and income using DWW internal CRM system on excel
Ensure fundraising activities comply with UK fundraising regulations and GDPR.
Produce timely reports, projections, and post-event evaluations.
Marketing & Communications
Work with the communications team to promote community fundraising opportunities across social media, newsletters, website, and press.
Develop fundraising materials and toolkits for community fundraisers.
Act as a local ambassador for the charity at public events, talks, and engagement activities
To apply for this role, please email your CV and covering letter [3 pages maximum] demonstrating your suitability to the post. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
