Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) is looking for a Partnerships Officer to join its Fundraising Team at its national office in Warwickshire.
About the organisation
RDA enriches lives through the bond between people and horses. Each year it supports over 39,000 disabled children and adults through riding, carriage driving and equine assisted programmes such as Quiet Corners and Tea with a Pony. It describes itself as a pioneer in the therapeutic use of horses and a leader in disability sport.
About the role
A hands-on role supporting the growth of RDA's income across community fundraising and corporate partnerships, as the charity moves into a new fundraising strategy.
- Work with the Community & Events Fundraiser and Corporate Partnerships Manager to grow fundraising opportunities and supporter relationships
- Manage a portfolio of small events, community activities and corporate partnerships
- Support the planning and delivery of fundraising events and campaigns
- Build relationships with supporters, groups and potential corporate partners
- Research new funding opportunities
- Keep fundraising data accurate on RDA's CRM
- Report monthly to the Head of Fundraising
About you
- 1-2 years' experience in a fundraising role in the charity sector
- Experience building relationships with funders, organisations or corporate partners
- Experience planning and coordinating fundraising activities and small projects
- Excellent interpersonal, organisation and communication skills
- Full UK driving licence and access to a car; able to work some evenings and weekends
Key details
- Salary: £26,000 - £30,000 per year
- Contract: permanent, full time
- Location: national office, Warwickshire (CV35), hybrid, with regular travel
How to apply
Send your CV and a separate cover letter outlining your experience against the person specification (apply via the CharityJob listing). Closing date: 27 November 2026. Interviews for shortlisted candidates will take place at RDA's premises in Shrewley on Friday 4 December.
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About the organisation
RDA enriches lives through the bond between people and horses. Each year it supports over 39,000 disabled children and adults through riding, carriage driving and equine assisted programmes such as Quiet Corners and Tea with a Pony. It describes itself as a pioneer in the therapeutic use of horses and a leader in disability sport.
About the role
A hands-on role supporting the growth of RDA's income across community fundraising and corporate partnerships, as the charity moves into a new fundraising strategy.
- Work with the Community & Events Fundraiser and Corporate Partnerships Manager to grow fundraising opportunities and supporter relationships
- Manage a portfolio of small events, community activities and corporate partnerships
- Support the planning and delivery of fundraising events and campaigns
- Build relationships with supporters, groups and potential corporate partners
- Research new funding opportunities
- Keep fundraising data accurate on RDA's CRM
- Report monthly to the Head of Fundraising
About you
- 1-2 years' experience in a fundraising role in the charity sector
- Experience building relationships with funders, organisations or corporate partners
- Experience planning and coordinating fundraising activities and small projects
- Excellent interpersonal, organisation and communication skills
- Full UK driving licence and access to a car; able to work some evenings and weekends
Key details
- Salary: £26,000 - £30,000 per year
- Contract: permanent, full time
- Location: national office, Warwickshire (CV35), hybrid, with regular travel
How to apply
Send your CV and a separate cover letter outlining your experience against the person specification (apply via the CharityJob listing). Closing date: 27 November 2026. Interviews for shortlisted candidates will take place at RDA's premises in Shrewley on Friday 4 December.