Job Description: Fundraising and Admin Officer
Job Title: Fundraising and Admin Officer – Mosque Development Project - RIC
Location: Redbridge Islamic Centre (RIC) – Redbridge Reports to: Project Manager - Mosque Development Committee?? Contract Type: Full-time
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum

About Us
Since inception, RIC has been about engagement and inclusion - we have built strong partnerships with other faith institutions, community leaders, government services, local councillors and charities.
Our aim is to create a central focus for community gatherings, events and social inclusion – a place where young and old meet, discuss and grow.
We are committed to - building a strong community, a cohesive and engaged practices, delivering & discussing wide range of topics, focusing on youth engagement & activities and an ethos centred on community cohesion through inclusion.

Purpose of the Role
The Fundraising and Admin Officer will play a key role in supporting the delivery of the Mosque Development Project by providing efficient administrative support across the organisation and assist in developing and delivering the fundraising strategy. This role will help ensure the re-development project achieve its financial targets by securing income through community groups, individuals, and innovative fundraising initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
Administrative Duties
•Manage day-to-day administrative tasks including responding to emails, managing calendars, updating the website and handling phone enquiries.
•Maintain and update databases, records, and filing systems (electronic and paper-based) for all key supporters and donors.
•Support meeting logistics – organising venues, preparing agendas, and taking minutes.
•Order and manage office supplies and equipment.

Fundraising
•Help develop and implement community and individual giving campaigns.
•Manage donor databases ensuring accurate records of contributions, contact details, and correspondence by income stream / campaign type.
•Process donations and prepare thank-you letters and donor communications.
•Support the planning and execution of fundraising events such as charity dinners, community fundraisers, and donor appreciation gatherings – liaise with volunteers, guests and partiocipants.
•Liaise with speakers, vendors, volunteers and all relevant stakeholders (including such as venue, catering, transportation and all logistical requirements to ensure smooth event delivery.
•Onboard relevant running and challenge / event participants and manage external dashboards to ensure participants are registered on the console in a timely fashion and support with fundraising links and toolkit to drive income.
•Manage and create key fundraising platforms such as JustGiving, Enthuse etc. and create campaign page and assist with fundraising pages for all relevant participants / supporters.
•Maintain the fundraising calendar and support reporting requirements.
•Support with grant and trust fundraising applications.

Job Description: Fundraising and Admin Officer

Communications & Engagement
•Plan, coordinate, and execute key fundraising campaigns (e.g. Ramadan appeals, Jummah collections, community events, online campaigns) – in line with the brief from the Fundraising lead.
•Work closely with the mosque committee and volunteers to ensure campaigns are delivered on time and within budget.
•Assist in creating newsletters, social media content, and basic promotional materials.
•Help keep the charity’s website and social platforms updated with events and fundraising activities.
•Support the development of promotional materials and social media content to increase reach and engagement.
•Develop and maintain a marketing / campaign calendar to track milestones, deliverables, and outcomes.

Reporting
•Track and report on fundraising progress, highlighting income summary (actual versus target) – showcase topline successes and areas for improvement – in line with the agreed template from the Fundraising lead.
•Assist with budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance with fundraising regulations.
•Provide administrative support to the Fundraising Committee - arrange and attend weekly fundraising meetings and share minutes, actions and progress within 24 hours to maintain momentum and core deliverables on a weekly basis.

Person Specification
Essential:
•Strong organisational and time management skills.
•Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
•Experience in event coordination, fundraising and community engagement.
•Experience with fundraising platforms e.g. JustGiving, Enthuse etc.
•Comfortable using databases, spreadsheets, and online tools.
•Ability to work independently and as part of a small team.
•Commitment to the mission and values of the charity - good understanding of Islamic values and motivation for mosque/community development work.
•Confident working with volunteers and diverse community members.
•Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable with online fundraising platforms/social media.

Desirable:
•Knowledge of donor management systems or CRM tools.
•Familiarity with GDPR and data protection practices.
•Design or social media experience e.g., Canva, Mailchimp, Facebook, Instagram.
•Copywriting
•Videography / photography

Working Environment: office based with occasional evening/weekend for core fundraising initiatives.
Working Hours: 35 hours per week.
Application Deadline: Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your interest and relevant experience to info@redbridgeislamiccentre.co.uk by 30 January 2026