South Cotswolds Foodbank

Play a leading role in ending food poverty across the South Cotswolds by growing essential fundraising and community partnerships. This is a chance to shape meaningful change through storytelling, relationship building and strategic income generation. About our Charity South Cotswolds Foodbank supports people across more than 210 square miles, providing emergency food and compassion while working towards long term solutions to the root causes of poverty. We are now seeking a Fundraising & Community Relations Manager to help us build the resources, relationships and community awareness we need to meet rising demand and to drive our mission forward. Location This role is based at our Cirencester office, with opportunities for some home working. The post will involve some local travel across the South Cotswolds to meet supporters, partners, and community groups. Role and Responsibilities As a key member of our small, friendly staff team, you will lead the development of fundraising from individuals, businesses, trusts and foundations, and community groups . You will identify new funding opportunities, craft compelling bids, and nurture long term partnerships that help sustain our annual running costs and strengthen our future resilience. You will also take a leading role in shaping how we share our story. Working closely with the Head of Foodbank and colleagues, you will create marketing materials, digital and print content, fundraising campaigns, and communications that bring our mission and our clients experiences to life . This includes producing newsletters, fundraising appeals, social media content, and materials for events and outreach activities. A central part of this role is inspiring and stewarding supporters , whether that s someone making a one off donation, a local business exploring a partnership, or a trust considering a grant application. You ll design ways to keep supporters engaged, informed and appreciated, ensuring communications reflect our values and priorities and are consistent with our brand and tone. You will represent the Foodbank at community events across the region, building relationships with schools, churches, associations, local groups and businesses. This outward facing work helps raise awareness of the causes of food poverty, increases support, and strengthens our reach into communities who want to take action. You ll also coordinate volunteers who contribute to these events. Working closely with colleagues, you ll help capture stories and case studies from people with lived experience of food poverty (with sensitivity and respect) to illustrate the realities facing local families and to strengthen our fundraising, communications, and advocacy work. You will maintain our CRM system , ensuring accurate donor and engagement data, and produce regular reports for monitoring and oversight. Person Specification This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is proactive, organised and able to work independently. You will need excellent communication skills, creativity, strong relationship building ability, and a proven track record in fundraising or partnership driven roles. You ll work with purpose and empathy, always championing those affected by hardship. Working at South Cotswolds Foodbank We offer a supportive and collaborative environment. Our staff benefits include: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays , pro rata Employee Assistance Programme (BHSF) available to you Four weeks full pay + four weeks half pay sickness provision (after probation) Pension scheme with 3% employer contribution (auto enrolment conditions apply) You ll join a dedicated team of staff and volunteers who are committed to ensuring no one in our community goes hungry, and who believe that alongside emergency support, we must work on root cause solutions that make long term change possible. If you want a role that blends strategic fundraising, community connection, and creative communication, and you want your work to make a tangible difference every day, this could be the perfect next step.