Who we are

YMCA Brunel Group is an independent, locally governed and managed charity

operating in Mendip, Bath, Bristol, Wiltshire and South Somerset. We are part of the

international YMCA movement. Our mission is to create supportive, inclusive and

energising communities, where people can truly belong, contribute and thrive. 

 

Our activities include: 

 

Accommodation for over 700 people every year who are at risk of being homeless, who

are on low incomes, experience barriers to work, or young people in need of high levels

of support, who have often experienced trauma and difficult times in their lives. We don’t

just provide a bed, we support people holistically and continually seek to help our

residents gain the training, skills and confidence to lead independent lives. 

A Health & Wellbeing centre in Bath, a community facility with a fully kitted out gym,

functional fitness areas and extensive class programme.

Two commercial hostels in Bath and Bristol which help us cover our central costs.

Twelve youth clubs for young people aged 10-19, including 4 young carers groups,

providing a space where they can have dedicated time to talk to trusted youth workers,

access relevant information about issues that concern them, and develop their social

networks. 

Eight Ofsted registered Nurseries, providing spaces for up to 360 children where they

are given opportunities and experiences that will set them up for their educational

journeys and prepare them for their lives ahead.  

What does the job entail?

Responsible for increasing the organisation’s income through leading its fundraising

activity using a variety of methods and to raise the YMCA Brunel Group (BG) profile

through effective fundraising platforms, events and community activity.

To undertake effective grant fundraising for YMCA BG, including supporting managers

and staff in the submission of grant applications and ensuring timely reports to funders

happen as necessary by relevant manager or in person if appropriate.

Develop effective relations with the public, businesses and grant making bodies to

increase awareness of the work of YMCA Brunel Group to increase donations including

events management and awareness building.

What skills will the successful candidate need?

We are passionate about the work we do and need equally committed members on our

team to help us achieve those goals. You will be joining a small team where you will

work with the Marketing Manager to develop awareness and opportunities

The successful candidate will be confident and have experience in building relationships

and communicating effectively with a variety of audiences and individuals.

You will be proactive and able to research and establish new funding opportunities as

well as build on established funding relationships with major funding bodies and

individual donors, and be able to write compelling applications on behalf of YMCA BG.

We are seeking a people person who has the confidence to coordinate events and work

with local communities to raise awareness and potentially funding for the YMCA.

What we offer

Enhanced sick pay allowances and paid compassionate and emergency

dependent leave.

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

YMCA employee advantages

YMCA Brunel Group is an inclusive organisation and the post requires a shared

commitment to equality and diversity.

Role: Events and Fundraising Manager

Responsible to: Director of Strategy & Communications

Location: YMCA Bath is a centrally located hostel which provides accommodation to school

groups, backpackers, sporting groups and universities.

Hours: 16 hours per week over 2 days (there is the potential for 3 days per week if the

role develops and subject to funding)

Contract type: One year fixed term contract (with the possibility of extending depending on

funding)

Rate of Pay: £13.46 per hour

Please find attached below the job description and personal specification for the

role: Events Fundraising Manager JD and PS.docx

If you would like to apply for any of our current vacancies you will need to fill out one of

our application forms on line: https://ymcabrunelgroupbath.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=4bf473bd-c190-4b8d-a40a-

297fe84c2e18

To know more about what YMCA Brunel do and to apply please visit our website:

https://ymca-bg.org/work-for-us/