Fundraising Admin Assistant

Fundraising Admin Assistant (Fixed Term Contract – 3 Months)

Salary: £26,107
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
Hours: Part Time

Location: Various locations across the UK, including Scotland, North West England, North East England, East Midlands, West Midlands, and London & South East.

Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) is a faith-based humanitarian relief and development organisation working to save and transform the lives of some of the world's most vulnerable people. Established in 1984, with an active presence in over 45 countries, we strive to make the world a better and fairer place for those affected by poverty, conflict and natural disasters.

Islamic Relief UK (IRUK) is seeking a motivated and organised Fundraising Admin Assistant to provide essential administrative support to our fundraising teams. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful campaigns, events and initiatives that help raise vital funds to support vulnerable communities across the world.

Job Purpose

The Fundraising Admin Assistant will play a key role in supporting the smooth day-to-day running of fundraising operations within a busy and fast-paced environment. Working closely with fundraising colleagues, volunteers and supporters, you will provide high-quality administrative support, maintain accurate records, assist with events and fundraising activities, and help ensure an excellent supporter experience.

This role is ideal for an organised, proactive and detail-oriented individual who enjoys working collaboratively and wants to use their skills to support meaningful humanitarian work.

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• Experience in an administrative role.
• Experience maintaining electronic and paper-based administrative, financial and information systems.
• Proven ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities within a busy environment.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• A high standard of numeracy and experience handling financial information accurately.
• The ability to represent Islamic Relief professionally in a variety of situations.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines and targets.
• Good IT literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter) and Snapchat.
• A strong commitment to the aims and objectives of Islamic Relief.
• A positive, proactive and team-focused approach to work.
• Willingness to work flexibly, including occasional evenings, weekends and travel where required.
• A full UK driving licence.

For full details about the role and responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description.

Why Join Us?

If you are talented, dependable, service-focused and looking for a rewarding opportunity where your work can make a real difference, we would love to hear from you. This role offers the opportunity to support fundraising activities that directly contribute to life-changing humanitarian and development programmes around the world.

Pre-Employment Checks

Any offer of employment will be subject to:

• Screening clearance
• Proof of eligibility to live and work in the UK
• Receipt of satisfactory references

Please note that we are only able to accept applications from candidates who already have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role.

Our Values and Commitment to Safeguarding

Islamic Relief is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and uphold our values of sincerity, excellence, compassion, social justice and custodianship.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which may include criminal record checks. Islamic Relief also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.

Islamic Relief is proud to be an equal opportunities employer.