Fundraising Officer

Location:Birmingham, UK (Hybrid)

Contract:Full-time, permanent

Salary:£25,000 to £30,000 (depending on experience)

Reports to:Fundraising Manager

About Saba Relief & Development Foundation

Saba Relief is a UK-based charity dedicated exclusively to supporting the people of
Yemen through sustainable, life-changing programmes in healthcare, education,
food security, water and sanitation, livelihoods, and orphan support.

As we enter an ambitious new five-year growth strategy under new leadership, Saba
Relief is poised to expand its impact, deepen donor engagement, and strengthen our
position as the UK’s leading Yemen-focused charity.

This is an exciting opportunity to join us at a pivotal moment of transformation,
making a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable families in Yemen.

Our Core Values

• Compassion: We serve with empathy, understanding, and respect for human dignity.
• Integrity: We are accountable, transparent, and trustworthy in all our actions.
• Righteous Ethics: We are guided by the principles of justice, sincerity, and accountability, striving to act with honesty and fairness in all that we do.
• Empowerment: We aim to enable communities to build resilience.
• Sustainability: We strive for long-term solutions over temporary fixes.

The Role

As a Fundraising Officer, you will support the delivery of Saba Relief’s fundraising
strategy by assisting with campaigns, events, and donor engagement activities. You
will help build strong relationships with communities, supporters, and partners to
grow income and support for our life-changing programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of fundraising campaigns, appeals, and events.
• Assist in building relationships with donors, corporate partners, and community supporters.
• Contribute to digital and community fundraising initiatives to diversify income streams.
• Maintain accurate records of donor interactions using CRM systems.
• Support the Fundraising Manager in preparing reports, monitoring income, and tracking campaign performance.
• Recruit and help manage volunteers and support team coordination during fundraising activities.
• Ensure compliance with Charity Commission and Fundraising Regulator standards.
• Represent Saba Relief positively at events, community visits, and engagement activities.

About You

You are an enthusiastic and committed fundraiser with strong communication and organisational skills, ready to contribute to Saba Relief’s mission. You are proactive, adaptable, and motivated to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact.

Essential skills and experience:

• Experience in fundraising, donor engagement, or community outreach.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Awareness of charity fundraising regulations and governance.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Desirable:

• Experience in faith-based or international development charities.
• Knowledge of Yemen or Middle Eastern humanitarian contexts.
• Experience with CRM systems for donor management.

Why Join Saba Relief?

• Be part of a purpose-driven charity with a growing impact.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Competitive salary, pension contributions, and 20 days annual leave + bank holidays (additional leave for Eid).
• Opportunities for learning, development, and career progression.
• Directly contribute to improving lives in one of the world’s most vulnerable regions.