Charlotte Gilbert
Scotland
Summary
Dedicated and goal-driven professional with a proven track record in co-ordinating successful fundraising events. Skilled in building strategic partnerships and utilising community engagement to reach fundraising targets. Expertise in project management, volunteer coordination, and event delivery. Skilled in creating a great stewardship journey to foster strong donor relationships. Ready to bring comprehensive event planning and fundraising expertise to contribute to the success and growth of an organisation.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Grants & Trusts Fundraiser- Community and Events
Team Jak Foundation
Livingston, West Lothian
01.2025 - Current
- Co-ordinates and supports with key annual fundraising events such as Ladies days, ensuring successful planning, promotion and delivery.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with corporate supporters, securing partnerships and in kind donations through targeted outreach and ongoing stewardship.
- Supporting the fundraising team to ensure excellent support stewardship and donor journeys for events.
- Successfully deliver tasks within tight deadlines
- Working with the team to design promotional materials for fundraising packs and campaigns.
- Managing multiple income streams e.g. corporate, events, grants, and cash portfolio.
Community Fundraiser
Marie Curie Charity
, Fife & Forth Valley
09.2022 - 12.2024
- Successfully planned and delivered Marie Curie's largest annual campaign in Fife & Forth Valley- Great Daffodil Appeal. Exceeding targets both years-raising over £20,000 in year one and over £23,000 in year two.
- Built and developed relationships with local groups, clubs and community corporates, to expand fundraising income and enhance the organisations local profile. Securing partnerships with Thomson Cooper and Double Tree by Hilton.
- Recruited, trained and supported volunteers, ensuring their effective contribution to the success of local fundraising events and activities.
- Collaborated with other teams to provide an excellent stewardship journey for supporters and volunteering at third party challenge events for example, the Edinburgh Marathon Festival.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, employing strong project management skills to meet and exceed fundraising targets.
- Delivered engaging presentations to raise the profile of the charity's profile and increase support in the community.
Volunteer & Project Co-ordinator
Westfield Park Community Centre (SCIO)
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Supporting the community centre's annual events and summer programs to increase engagement in the local community.
- Led volunteer recruitment and support initiatives, fostering a dedicated and engaged team. Contributed towards achieving volunteer friendly award.
- Designed and executed community engagement activities, facilitating meaningful connections with local residents.
- Managed website and social media to boost the charity's online presence and spread its message effectively.
- Handled enquiries via phone and email platforms, providing prompt and informative responses, including assistance with booking rooms and hall space for the community centre.
Early Years Practitioner - Supply Staff
Rainbow Nursery
Dalgety Bay, Fife
03.2020 - 11.2021
- Working with the team leader to deliver educational activities and events within the nursery.
- Built strong rapport with parents during pick-up and drop-off times encouraging open communication about child's progress.
- Reporting on children's development, implementing next steps to improve their development.
Projects Assistant - Student placement
Destiny Church
Edinburgh
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Facilitated the coordination and support of volunteers for the befriending service, ensuring an effective operation.
- Responsively managed referrals for the food bank, promptly addressing requests and providing essential assistance to those in need.
- Initiated and developed community action projects aimed at engaging and supporting the local community, fostering a sense of unity and empowerment.
- Collaborated with the community action coordinator to provide comprehensive support to individuals facing various challenges, ensuring their needs were met effectively and compassionately.
Hospitality Assistant
GIG
Edinburgh
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Supporting bar operations at Murrayfield Stadium, delivering efficient service and ensuring customer satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.
- Maintaining cleanliness and organization as a kitchen porter, facilitating smooth kitchen operations and adhering to health and safety standards.
Early Years Educator
Bright Horizons
Cambridge
10.2014 - 08.2019
- Planned and executed activities that catered to children's development.
- Took the lead as a fundraising champion for the Bright Horizons Foundation for Children- organising events at the nursery to engage the families and raise funds for bright spaces.
- Performed regular risk assessments within the nursery premises to ensure children's safety.
Care Assistant
Bluebird Care
Hardwick
01.2018 - 08.2018
- Offering companionship and emotional support to foster a nurturing and trusting relationship with clients.
- Assisting with medication administration, adhering to prescribed protocols and maintaining accurate records to ensure safety and compliance.
- Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) - Festival and Events Management
Edinburgh Napier University
09.2018 - 07.2022
NVQ Level 3 - Early Years
Bright Horizons
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire 01.2015 - 09.2017
Diploma of Higher Education - Health and Social Care
Parkside Federation Sixth Form
09.2012 - 07.2014
Skills
Events Management
Experience in delivering fundraising events and campaigns
CRM
Confident learning new CRM systems Previously used CARE and Currently using Microsoft Dynamics to keep records up to date, highlight new lead and keep track of income
Organised
Always aiming to achieve goals and targets personally and professionally
Self-motivated
Always looking for opportunities to improve myself for example organising events/projects outside of work Following the latest fundraising trends through podcasts, webinars and workshops
Gantt Project
Used frequently to manage multiples deadlines at University
PowerBi
Used previously to track performance of events and fundraising campaigns effectively
Trello
Used previously to organise and personal and work projects
Time Management
Confident managing my own diary, prioritising tasks to manage multiple events and projects at once
Events Experience
Past Events
2023 & 2024- Marie Curies Great Daffodil Appeal- Collection Campaign
- Effectively planned and executed Marie Curies biggest annual campaign in Fife & Forth Valley, achieving objectives and targets
- Led the recruitment, coordination and induction training of volunteers, ensuring a dedicated and efficient team for the campaign's success
- Managed and co-ordinated the logistical resources required for collections
2020- Open Mic Night For Nordoff Robbins Charity
- Created Gantt Chart for team to delegate tasks
- Contacted Suppliers for food donations
- Booked group meetings
- Organised decor and layout of the venue.
2019- Watato Children's Choir visit at Home Church
- Travel arrangements and accommodation for choir and leaders
- Room layout
- Logistics of the event
- Main contact on the day
- Co-ordinated families for the children to stay with
.
2017- Baby Hamper- Staff event for Women's Refuge
- Contacted and booked venue
- Marketing event
- Organised a charity speaker and talk for on the day
- Co-ordinated donations prior to the event.
2015 & 2016- Multiple fundraising events for Nottingham Hospital Charity
- Planned and delivered Funday events for families
- Communicated with venue and food suppliers
- Co-ordinated a Zumbathon fundraising event
- Organised logistics for sponsored walks
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Grants & Trusts Fundraiser- Community and Events
Team Jak Foundation
01.2025 - Current
Community Fundraiser
Marie Curie Charity
09.2022 - 12.2024
Volunteer & Project Co-ordinator
Westfield Park Community Centre (SCIO)
11.2021 - 08.2022
Projects Assistant - Student placement
Destiny Church
02.2021 - 06.2021
Early Years Practitioner - Supply Staff
Rainbow Nursery
03.2020 - 11.2021
Hospitality Assistant
GIG
10.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) - Festival and Events Management
Edinburgh Napier University
09.2018 - 07.2022
Care Assistant
Bluebird Care
01.2018 - 08.2018
NVQ Level 3 - Early Years
Bright Horizons
01.2015 - 09.2017
Early Years Educator
Bright Horizons
10.2014 - 08.2019
Diploma of Higher Education - Health and Social Care
Parkside Federation Sixth Form
09.2012 - 07.2014
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