Harriet Durban
About Harriet Durban
Harriet Durban serves as the Events Fundraising Coordinator at Mind, a position she has held since 2018. She has a background in event coordination and fundraising, having previously worked with organizations such as Breast Cancer Now and Anthony Nolan.
Work at Mind
Harriet Durban has served as the Events Fundraising Coordinator at Mind since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for organizing fundraising events that support the organization's mission to improve mental health services. Her work involves coordinating logistics, engaging with participants, and ensuring successful event execution. Over her six years at Mind, she has contributed to various fundraising initiatives aimed at raising awareness and funds for mental health issues.
Previous Experience in Fundraising
Prior to her current position, Harriet Durban worked at Breast Cancer Now as a Challenge Events Officer from 2017 to 2018. In this role, she focused on managing challenge events to raise funds for breast cancer research and support. Additionally, she held the position of Events Assistant at Anthony Nolan from 2015 to 2016, where she assisted in organizing events to promote stem cell donation. She also served as an Events Coordinator at Anthony Nolan from 2016 to 2017, further enhancing her expertise in event management.
Internship Experience
Harriet Durban began her career in the fundraising sector with an internship at the Mental Health Foundation in 2014. During her three-month internship, she gained valuable experience in fundraising strategies and event planning, which laid the groundwork for her subsequent roles in the field.
Education and Expertise
Harriet Durban studied at The University of Manchester, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Fashion and Textiles Retailing from 2010 to 2013. This educational background provided her with skills in retail management and marketing, which she has applied in her fundraising roles. Her academic experience complements her practical knowledge in organizing successful fundraising events.