Adult Carers Fundraiser Admin & Support Volunteer

Purpose of the Role

As an Adult Carers Fundraiser Admin & Support Volunteer, you will play a key part in helping Carers Trust Solihull secure funding that enables us to continue and expand our vital services for adult carers across the borough.

Working alongside the manager, you will help identify and apply for funding opportunities, assist with administrative and community-based fundraising activities, and represent the charity in local events. Your support will directly contribute to improving the quality of life for carers by enabling new services, resources, and opportunities. 

This role is ideal for someone with good communication and organisational skills who enjoys building connections and making a tangible difference in the community. 

Key Roles and Responsibilities 

• Research and help identify funding opportunities relevant to our work with carers. 
• Support the manager with administrative tasks linked to grant applications and fundraising. 
• Represent Carers Trust Solihull as a friendly and professional ambassador at fundraising events. 
• Keep accurate records of fundraising activity, donations, and outcomes. 
• Attend and help organise fundraising events that support our mission. 
• Present pre-prepared presentations or films to funders and partners to raise awareness of our work. 
• Assist or lead in writing small grant applications (and larger ones where confident). 
• Collect and log donated items for our service (e.g., gift vouchers, tickets, Easter eggs, and Christmas selection boxes). 
• Monitor when key funding streams renew or reopen, ensuring timely applications. 
• Work collaboratively with the manager to assess the viability of opportunities within our available resources. 
• Carry out any other agreed tasks related to fundraising and community engagement. 

Preferred Skills and Qualities 

• Good understanding of marketing and community engagement. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Confident when approaching potential funders or representing the charity in public. 
• Organised, reliable, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively. 
• Experience writing small, medium, or large funding applications (desirable). 
• Willingness to travel across the borough to attend events (expenses reimbursed). 
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. 
• Able to understand and work within resource and role boundaries. 
• Passionate about achieving a high-quality service for adult carers in Solihull. 

What You Will Gain 

• Purpose and fulfilment: Contribute directly to sustaining and growing services that support unpaid carers. 
• Professional experience: Gain valuable insight into charity fundraising, marketing, and community partnerships. 
• Skill development: Strengthen your communication, writing, and organisational skills. 
• Confidence building: Engage with funders, local businesses, and the public in meaningful ways. 
• Training and support: Receive full induction and ongoing guidance from experienced staff. 
• Recognition: Be part of a supportive team, attend volunteer celebrations, and receive references or certificates for your contribution. 

Additional Notes / Special Requirements 

• Flexible working hours and days, with some evening or weekend events required. 
• An enhanced DBS check and references will be required before commencing the role. 
• Travel expenses reimbursed in line with Carers Trust Solihull’s volunteer policy.