MATERNITY LEAVE COVER – ONE YEAR
Fundraising and Partnerships Officer
Location: YMCA Cornwall, Penzance (Hybrid options considered)
Starting Salary: £33, 344.82 per annum (pro-rata)
Contract: Part-time, (5-month probation period with review at 2 months)
Hours: 30 per week (including occasional evening and weekend work)
Closing Date: 8 May 2026
Interviews: Week commencing 18th May
Start Date: Wednesday 10th June
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Do you have a flair for building relationships, writing compelling proposals, and securing funding? YMCA Cornwall is looking for a motivated and versatile Fundraising and Partnerships Officer to join our team and help drive vital income to support our work across the region.
About the Role
As our Fundraising and Partnerships Officer, you’ll play a key part in helping us raise the income needed to support vulnerable young people through housing, health, and wellbeing services. Your primary focus will be securing grants from trusts and foundations, but you’ll also get to flex your fundraising skills across a variety of income streams, including corporate partnerships, community initiatives, and events.
You’ll have the opportunity to manage relationships, research opportunities, and take ownership of the fundraising pipeline — all while being part of a friendly, values-driven organisation dedicated to empowering young people.
Key Responsibilities
Trusts and Foundations
- Research and identify new trust and foundation funding opportunities.
- Write and submit compelling funding applications and impact reports.
- Maintain an accurate database of funders and communications.
- Build and sustain long-term relationships with funders.
Corporate Fundraising
- Identify and approach potential corporate sponsors.
- Develop partnership proposals and deliver high-quality stewardship.
- Support ongoing communication with corporate supporters.
Fundraising Events & Community
- Assist in organising YMCA Cornwall events and support third-party fundraising.
- Engage with local supporters to help them meet fundraising targets.
- Promote and support local fundraising activities and maximise Gift Aid claims.
General Duties
- Represent YMCA Cornwall at meetings and networking events.
- Collaborate with internal teams to gather impact data and funding needs.
- Maintain accurate records and produce regular fundraising reports.
- Support a culture of fundraising across the organisation.
What We’re Looking For
- Demonstrable success in trust fundraising or a similar fundraising role.
- Excellent written communication and research skills.
- Strong relationship-building and interpersonal abilities.
- Organised, self‑motivated, and able to manage multiple projects.
- A team player with a passion for youth empowerment and community impact.
What We Offer
- The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people.
- A supportive and flexible working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Hybrid working considered (office base in Penzance).
- Generous 8% pension with 3% personal contribution and 5% given by the organisation.
- Flexible working policies to fit around your commitments.
- Salary sacrifice cycle scheme plus cycle allowance when used for work appointments – secure lockable storage.
- Employee discount scheme with Blue Light, and Charity Worker Discounts.
- Workplace Health Scheme and Employee Assisted Programme.
- Dedicated parking.
- Investors in People Accredited.
How to Apply
The full job description and person specification can be found on our website: https://ymcacornwall.org/work-for-us/
To apply, please complete our application form and return it to Louise Mallas no later than 8 May 2026. Email: louisemallas@ymcacornwall.org
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