Application Guide

How to Apply for Community Fundraiser - South East

at Brain Tumour Research

🏢 About Brain Tumour Research

Brain Tumour Research is a highly ambitious UK charity with specific, measurable goals: increasing national research investment to £35 million annually and establishing seven sustainable Centres of Excellence. They're experiencing growth momentum with a new Director of Income Generation, making this an exciting time to join an organization that combines medical research innovation with community-driven fundraising impact.

About This Role

As the Community Fundraiser for the South East (Kent, Surrey, Sussex), you'll be responsible for generating and growing income through community fundraising activities to help meet a regional team target exceeding £1.5 million. This remote, part-time position directly supports the charity's strategic objectives by mobilizing local communities to fund brain tumour research while contributing to national campaigning efforts.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day involves remotely planning and coordinating community fundraising activities across Kent, Surrey, or Sussex, which might include virtual meetings with local supporters, developing regional fundraising strategies, and tracking progress toward the £1.5 million team target. You'll balance relationship management with local community groups while ensuring activities align with the charity's national research investment campaign.

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🎯 Who Brain Tumour Research Is Looking For

  • Has at least one year of professional community fundraising experience, preferably in the charity/health sector
  • Lives in Kent, Surrey, or Sussex with established local community networks and understanding of the region
  • Demonstrates ability to work independently in a remote setting while contributing to team targets
  • Shows passion for medical research causes and can articulate the specific impact of Brain Tumour Research's £35 million campaign

📝 Tips for Applying to Brain Tumour Research

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Explicitly state your location (Kent, Surrey, or Sussex) in your application and provide examples of local community connections

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Quantify your fundraising achievements using specific figures (e.g., 'increased community donations by X%' or 'organized event raising £X')

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Reference the new Director of Income Generation and express enthusiasm for joining during this growth phase

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Demonstrate knowledge of the charity's specific £35 million research investment goal and seven Centres of Excellence target

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Highlight remote work experience and self-management skills crucial for this part-time, regional role

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your specific experience in professional community fundraising (minimum one year requirement)', 'How your location in Kent, Surrey, or Sussex positions you to effectively engage local communities', "Understanding of Brain Tumour Research's dual focus on fundraising AND campaigning for increased research investment", "Examples of how you've contributed to team fundraising targets in previous roles"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → The charity's current Centres of Excellence and progress toward the seven-centre goal
  • → Recent campaigns and their specific research investment targets (£35 million annual goal)
  • → The new Director of Income Generation and any public statements about strategic direction
  • → Existing community fundraising activities in the South East region (check their website/events)

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe your experience developing and implementing community fundraising strategies in a specific region
2 How would you engage communities in Kent/Surrey/Sussex to support both fundraising and awareness campaigns?
3 What metrics would you track to measure success in this remote, part-time community fundraising role?
4 How do you balance relationship building with meeting specific income targets?
5 What ideas do you have for community fundraising activities that align with Brain Tumour Research's medical research focus?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying without addressing the specific location requirement (Kent, Surrey, or Sussex)
  • Generic fundraising experience without quantifying achievements or showing community engagement skills
  • Focusing only on fundraising without acknowledging the campaigning/awareness component of the role

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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Offer

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