Freelancer Opportunity: Experienced Fundraiser for Oxford City Farm
**Location:** Remote with occasional visits to Oxford
**Contract:** Fixed-term (January to March 2025) Immediate start required.
**Hours:** 1 day per week
**Fee:** negotiable, dependent on experience. Please indicate day rate in covering letter.
Are you an experienced fundraiser with a passion for supporting community-driven projects? Oxford City Farm is seeking a skilled professional to help secure and build our future, as our primary multi-year funding comes to an end in 2025. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the sustainability and growth of a much-loved local resource.
About Oxford City Farm
Oxford City Farm is a vibrant community hub providing life-enriching activities six days a week for schools, vulnerable adults, families, and a wide range of community groups. Our impact in the past year includes:
- Donating over 1 tonne of fresh produce to the local community.
- Delivering more than 7,000 volunteer hours through 120 regular volunteers.
- Partnering with over 40 organisations to deliver workshops and activities.
- Welcoming thousands of visitors to our site.
The Role
We are looking for an experienced fundraiser to work closely with the Farm Lead to:
- Develop and submit 4–5 strategic funding bids to secure vital resources for our work.
- Build on our proven success in delivering impactful programmes.
- Support the farm’s mission to inspire learning, build community, and promote sustainability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Research and identify funding opportunities aligned with the farm’s goals.
- Write high-quality, persuasive funding applications.
- Use key farm data, case studies, and evidence of impact to strengthen bids.
What We’re Looking For:
- A proven track record of securing funding for community-focused initiatives.
- Excellent grant-writing and communication skills.
- The ability to work independently while collaborating with the Farm Lead.
- Knowledge of the charitable or community agriculture sector (desirable but not essential).
What We Offer:
- The opportunity to work with a dynamic organisation making a tangible difference in Oxford.
- A supportive and collaborative environment.
How to Apply:
For an informal discussion, please email the Nicole Titera, Farm Lead to arrange a time to speak. To apply, send your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and approach to fundraising to Nicole@Oxfordcityfarm.Org.uk by 3rd January 2025.
Interviews will be held on 6th January 2025.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our work. Help shape the future of Oxford City Farm—apply today!
