The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Fundraising and Engagement Coordinator

The closing date is 02 November 2025

Job summary

Fundraising & Engagement Coordinator Rotherham Hospital & Community Charity Are you a dynamic, ambitious fundraiser looking to make a real impact in your community? Join Rotherham Hospital & Community Charity as our Fundraising & Engagement Coordinator and play a vital role in the growth of income, engagement, and awareness across the Trust and wider community. Youll develop and deliver innovative fundraising ideas, build strong relationships with donors, corporate partners, schools, community groups, and Trust staff, and champion the Charity at events and public engagements. A key part of the role is engaging NHS staff, embedding fundraising across the Trust through initiatives such as staff-led campaigns, and ambassador programmes. Youll also have a passion for supporter care, volunteer engagement, and high-profile events, ensuring every interaction inspires and maximises impact. This is a visible, influential role requiring creativity, innovative thinking, and a passion for making a difference to patients, staff, and the wider Rotherham community. This role involves travel across the region and may require occasional attendance at external and Trust sites. This is an exciting opportunity for a results-driven fundraiser to take ownership, deliver impact, and grow their career.

Please note this post is for 12 months from start date

Main duties of the job

As Fundraising & Engagement Coordinator, you will play a key role in the growth of income and engagement for the Charity, making a tangible difference to patients, staff, and the wider community. Youll develop and deliver innovative fundraising initiatives, high-impact events, and innovative campaigns that inspire donors, volunteers, corporate partners, and local groups to support the Charity.A key part of the role is building strong internal relationships, engaging NHS staff in fundraising activity and ambassador programmes, embedding the Charity at the heart of the Trust. You will also have a high level of supporter care, ensuring every interaction is professional, inspiring, and impactful.This role requires a proactive, creative, and results-driven individual with excellent communication and relationship-building skills. You will thrive on leading initiatives, cultivating partnerships, and delivering measurable impact while representing the Charity as a visible and trusted ambassador in the community and across the Trust.If you want to make a real difference, influence culture, and lead fundraising that transforms experiences across Rotherham, this is the opportunity for you.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

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Date posted

03 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-25-09-070

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

5 GCSs including maths and English or Equivalent Grace C/4 or above
Degree or equivalent practical experience in a comparable role.
Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently between TRFT sites and for patient visits in the Rotherham area and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010

Desirable

Fundraising, community engagement or event management qualification (or equivalent experience)

knowledge

Essential

Understanding of Fundraising Codes of Practice and sector legalities including GDPR

Desirable

Broad knowledge and experience of all areas of fundraising including campaign and event management
Awareness of current fundraising trends and developments
Knowledge and understanding of CRM systems for supporter management
Proven success in achieving fundraising targets and managing diverse fundraising campaigns

Experience

Essential

Experience of building and maintaining long-term relationships with supporters, volunteers, and community partners
Experience of working in a sales environment. Excellent sales skills with the ability to articulate information in a persuasive manner, converting prospects into supporters

Desirable

Experience of working in an NHS or a health related field
Experience of working within budgets and financial/non-financial KPIs
Experience of planning, delivering, and evaluating fundraising campaigns and events

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

5 GCSs including maths and English or Equivalent Grace C/4 or above
Degree or equivalent practical experience in a comparable role.
Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently between TRFT sites and for patient visits in the Rotherham area and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010

Desirable

Fundraising, community engagement or event management qualification (or equivalent experience)

knowledge

Essential

Understanding of Fundraising Codes of Practice and sector legalities including GDPR

Desirable

Broad knowledge and experience of all areas of fundraising including campaign and event management
Awareness of current fundraising trends and developments
Knowledge and understanding of CRM systems for supporter management
Proven success in achieving fundraising targets and managing diverse fundraising campaigns

Experience

Essential

Experience of building and maintaining long-term relationships with supporters, volunteers, and community partners
Experience of working in a sales environment. Excellent sales skills with the ability to articulate information in a persuasive manner, converting prospects into supporters

Desirable

Experience of working in an NHS or a health related field
Experience of working within budgets and financial/non-financial KPIs
Experience of planning, delivering, and evaluating fundraising campaigns and events