The Yard
The Yard

Charity registered in Scotland SC002538

The Yard | SC002538

The Yard is a charity providing adventure play opportunities for disabled children, young people and their families in  the east of Scotland.


Current vacancies

Community & Events Fundraising Manager

  • Full time
  • £37,000
  • Hybrid: Dundee, Edinburgh or Glasgow
  • Closing 17th February 2026

About the role:

If you are the sort of person who is passionate about engaging and inspiring supporters to raise funds for charity through challenges and events, we would welcome your application.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

  • Leading on the delivery and implementation of our community, events and individual funding streams to reach our income targets
  • Proactively seeking out new supporters, stewarding existing donor relationships and following up on prospects
  • Securing and undertaking speaking engagements to raise awareness and funds for The Yard
  • Leading by example; sharing your energy, knowledge, ideas and insights to inspire confidence and drive forward the development of our income streams

About you:

This job is for you if you have:

  • Proven experience working within a fundraising or equivalent role
  • Had significant success in managing and growing income for community, events and/or individual sources to meet financial targets
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with a positive can-do attitude and a friendly, approachable manner

If our ethos inspires you and you are eager to bring your knowledge and experience to a team that is deeply committed to our purpose, we would love to have you on board.

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