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Sponsorship & Fundraising Director

The Sponsorship & Fundraising Director secures financial and in-kind support for Oxford Pride, managing sponsor relationships, fundraising initiatives, and grant applications.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain sponsorship packs for Pride.
Approach businesses and local institutions for sponsorship and funding.
Liaise with Social Media and Website Officers to ensure sponsor visibility.
Maintain relationships with key external partners such as the University of Oxford.
Work with the Treasurer on incoming funds and invoicing.
Research and apply for funding grants.
Work with the Chair to utilise Patrons and Founding Members to support with philanthropic endeavours.

Skills Required

Fundraising or business development experience.
Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
Understanding of financial processes.
Ability to communicate Oxford Pride’s values externally.
Desirable: Prior experience working with local councils and Oxford institutions (such as the University of Oxford).

Time Commitment

2–3 days per month.
Additional time in the lead-up to the Pride Event.

Ideal Candidate

Has strong links to Oxfordshire and national businesses.
Experienced in confidently approaching organisations for partnerships and sponsorships.
Likely to have held roles in sales, fundraising, or similar.

The benefits:

What is a Trustee?

Trustees provide an essential and legal requirement for all charitable organisations. Trustees are recruited to take overall responsibility of the organisation, ensuring that the charity delivers its charitable aims and works within both recommended and legal guidelines.

There are a number of responsibilities involved in becoming a Trustee and as such you are advised to read the publications available from the Charity Commission.

The Board of Trustees is made up of professional persons, proprietors, senior managers, and directors. The team is lead by the Chair and supported by the Treasurer and Secretary. Non-Executive Directors also hold Trustee positions within the board.

All Board of Trustees and Management Committee are volunteers and dedicate a lot of time throughout the year to ensure the day-to-day management of Oxford Pride. Both the Trustees and Management Committee oversee this activity, but only the Trustees are involved in strategic decision-making.

How do I apply for the role?

To apply for any of the above roles, please email secretary@oxfordpride.uk with a copy of your CV and a short statement outlining your interest and relevant skills.