Project & Fundraising Support Officer

IMPACT Foundation
151 Western Road, Haywards Heath
West Sussex, RH16 3LH
Telephone: 01444 457080
Email: enquiries@impact.org.uk
Website: www.IMPACT.org.uk

Project & Fundraising Support Officer

Are you considering a career in the charity sector but lack the experience to get started? Or do you already
have some relevant experience but wish to further develop your skills and knowledge across a range of
activities vital to charity operations?  We are seeking a Project Support & Fundraising Officer to support our
team in the UK and overseas in delivering a worldwide programme of action to prevent and treat needless
disability.

Location: Office-based (Haywards Heath) with some travel throughout West Sussex
Salary:  This is a full-time post (35 hours per week) £24,000-£26,000 per annum
Benefits: 25 days paid annual holiday, plus bank holidays. 5% pension contribution. Enhanced sick pay.
Contract type: Fixed-term for 12 months, with the intention to extend depending on funding and
performance

ABOUT THE ROLE

IMPACT Foundation UK comprises a small, dedicated team working closely with partners in Asia and Africa
to deliver inspiring projects which aim to prevent and treat needless disability. Closer to home, we also run
the IMPACT Tasty Team in West Sussex. This is a thriving nutrition project designed to give people the tools
they need to eat healthily on a limited budget. We prioritise working with members of our local community
who may be experiencing financial hardship; isolation; health difficulties; or other challenges which place
them at risk of diet-related disease and ill-health. This successful food project has been running since 2004
and has been awarded the prestigious Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service.

We celebrated our 40th anniversary in 2025 and have benefited almost 53 million people around the world
so far.  We are now looking for an enthusiastic person to become an integral part of the team as we look to
the future.

The Project & Fundraising Support Officer role offers a unique opportunity to gain broad experience across
UK and international programme delivery; fundraising; communications and marketing; and essential
administrative functions.

ABOUT THE CANDIDATE

For this role, personal attributes are considered more important than prior experience. The successful
candidate will be highly motivated; keen and quick to learn; and willing to undertake a wide range of tasks.
They will demonstrate a positive, proactive approach, and have excellent written and verbal communication
skills. The ability to provide appropriate, thoughtful and compassionate support to project beneficiaries,
donors, volunteers, trustees and overseas colleagues is essential. The role requires the ability to work
effectively both as part of a collaborative team and independently when required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

UK programme delivery (50%)
• Helping the UK Programme Manager to develop, implement and grow the IMPACT Tasty Team nutrition
project in West Sussex. This work includes:  supporting and recruiting volunteers; helping to plan, prepare
and occasionally deliver cooking and food tasting sessions; liaising with stakeholders, such as schools and
other charities; measuring, monitoring and reporting on project activities; ensuring budgets are adhered to;
raising vital funds and working with donors to ensure grant reporting requirements are met; administration
of the project; ensuring safeguarding and training needs are met for staff and volunteers; producing
publicity and project materials; raising the profile of the project through digital channels; and any other
tasks needed to ensure the success of the project.

Other (detailed below) (50%)

The role will support the delivery of IMPACT’s fundraising strategy and contribute to raising £2m+ each year
by assisting IMPACT’s fundraisers in the development, management and diversification of our income
streams. These include UK trusts and foundations; statutory funders; community fundraising; individual
supporters and major donors. Duties will include:

Fundraising
• Gathering information; writing reports; drafting fundraising proposals; identifying new funding
opportunities; and data input as required.
• Cultivating and nurturing relationships with new and existing donors to raise donations and drive our UK
and international projects forward.
• Assisting with direct mail appeals to donors and, from time to time, events.

Marketing and communications
• Assisting with the production of fundraising and marketing literature such as newsletters, annual reviews
and digital communications.
• Working with colleagues in the UK and overseas to generate engaging online content for social media
channels and the IMPACT website.
• Maintaining the IMPACT photographic library.

International programme support
• Communicating with and supporting international partners as required.
• Converting data and reports received from programme partners into clear, accessible materials that
demonstrate how the charity’s work changes lives and producing reports for a range of audiences.
• Reviewing partners’ narrative and statistical reports to ensure that activities delivered meet the
requirements of specific grants and agreements.

‘Back office’ tasks crucial to the charity’s effectiveness
• Assisting with general administrative activities, including responding to telephone and email enquiries.
• Processing donations and maintaining records in the absence of the Office Manager, or at their request.
• Participating in trustee, staff and fundraising meetings.

Any other reasonable activity as needed for the successful operation of IMPACT.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

This is an entry-level role, and personal attributes are considered more important than prior experience. We
welcome applications from candidates who are motivated, keen to learn and committed to developing a
career in the charitable sector.

Essential

• A strong interest in and commitment to nutrition, community projects, international development and
fundraising
• Highly motivated, proactive and willing to undertake a wide range of tasks
• Keen and quick to learn, with a flexible and adaptable approach
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confidence in engaging with a variety of audiences and an ability to provide appropriate, thoughtful and
compassionate support to a wide range of stakeholders: including project beneficiaries, donors, volunteers,
trustees and overseas colleagues
• Strong organisational skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently
• Alignment with IMPACT’s values and commitment to its mission

Desirable

• Some experience (paid or voluntary) in a charity, community, fundraising or administrative role
• Some experience of producing written materials such as reports, social media content, or publicity
materials
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications; databases; WordPress; and Canva
• UK driving license and access to a car would be advantageous, as the role involves travel to schools and
community venues across West Sussex

Personal Qualities

• Positive, can-do attitude
• Reliable, professional and approachable
• Compassionate and culturally sensitive when working with international partners and beneficiaries
• Comfortable working in a small team environment where flexibility is essential

TO APPLY

Please email your CV and a cover letter to Pascale Noel (Co-CEO) by 11am Wednesday 22nd April 2026
enquiries@impact.org.uk  Your cover letter should be concise and evidence-based, with clear examples of
how your skills, personal attributes and experience meet the requirements of the role. If you have any
questions, please feel welcome to enquire by email before applying.

Eligibility to work in the UK is essential.