Area fundraising manager jobs in Islington, greater london

Do you have experience delivering high-quality Special and Challenge events? Are you highly organised, relationship-focused and motivated by making a difference? Join The Sick Children’s Trust and help raise vital funds to support families with seriously ill children in hospital.

The role

We are looking for a Senior Events Officer to join our Events team during an exciting period of growth. Working closely with the Events Manager, you will project manage a varied portfolio of Special and Challenge events, helping to grow income and awareness for the charity.

Our events programme includes events such as our Carol Service, Art Exhibition and Supper Club, alongside major challenge events including the London Marathon, Great North Run, Royal Parks Half Marathon and London Landmarks Half Marathon. As the programme develops, you will have the opportunity to lead on specific events and contribute to shaping future activity.

This is a varied and hands-on role, combining planning, logistics and on-the-day delivery with supporter stewardship, supplier management and collaboration across teams.

Key responsibilities include:

Planning and delivering a portfolio of special and challenge events, ensuring excellent supporter experience

Managing income and expenditure against event budgets and targets

Building and maintaining strong relationships with supporters, suppliers and external partners

Working with Communications and Marketing colleagues to promote events across digital, print and social channels

Collaborating with Philanthropy, Corporate Partnerships and Community teams to meet shared objectives

Securing auction prizes, raffle items and pro bono support for events

Maintaining accurate records, databases and event administration

About you

You enjoy delivering events that combine creativity with meticulous organisation. You are confident juggling multiple projects, building relationships and working collaboratively across teams. You will already have experience of fundraising events or challenge events, with strong communication skills and attention to detail. Experience working with high-value supporters, celebrities or suppliers would be an advantage together with experience of event management software/word press or if not a willingness to learn, enhance and streamline systems.

Most importantly, you are motivated by The Sick Children’s Trust’s mission and want to use your skills to make a meaningful impact for families when they need it most.

How to apply

Please submit your CV along with a covering letter outlining how you meet the requirements of the role 

Applications will be reviewed on an on-going basis and therefore early applications are advised. We may close the advert earlier than the closing date.

Closing date: Sunday 1 March

Role description, February 2026

Reports to:         Executive Director of Marketing and Communications    

Direct reports:  One (Digital Marketing Manager)

Location:             Unit 7, Finsbury Business Centre Clerkenwell, London, EC1R 0NE, hybrid (at least one office day a week to qualify for London Weighting) 

Status, hours:   Permanent, full-time   

Salary:                 Starting at £50,622 plus benefits (includes 11% London Weighting), more could be considered for an exceptional candidate. 

Role Summary    

This is a crucial role in our digital and marketing team, ensuring that we engage significant new and existing audiences through campaigns, marketing activity and digital content year-round. You will coordinate delivery of Alcohol Change UK’s flagship Dry January® challenge and ensure that other campaigns (Sober Spring, Alcohol Awareness Week and wider marketing initiatives) connect with audiences across the UK and internationally. Working closely with external agencies and the Executive Director of Communications and Marketing, you will increase the profile of our work and help drive growth in our audiences, and those taking part in our behaviour change programme.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities  

Please refer to the candidate pack for role and responsibilities of this post.

Important note: We monitor for use of AI in responses and will reject applications containing fully AI generated answers.

We encourage applications from people who meet most, but not all, of our essential criteria. And we encourage applications from people who have been disabled by society, are from minoritised groups, have personal experience of alcohol harm or have experienced any other forms of societal discrimination.

Deadline for us to receive your application: Strictly 9am, 3 March 2026. The online application form gives a date and time stamp to all applications.  

We will aim to get back to you by: 5 March 2026. All applicants will receive a response.  

Interviews: 10/11 March 2026 (please save this date!) 

We are recruiting a Head of Income and Engagement to provide strategic leadership and vision for two critical functions—Fundraising and Marketing & Communications—bringing them together into a unified, high-performing team. This role focuses on shaping strategy, building external relationships, and driving organisational growth through income generation and brand engagement, rather than day-to-day operational management.

You will set the direction for attracting significant funding, particularly through corporate partnerships, while strengthening what PAPYRUS already does well:

• Securing grants and trusts funding
• Harnessing the passion of our large, committed supporter base - including bereaved families and others who raise voluntary income for us

In a challenging financial climate, you will lead efforts to grow these income streams and maintain a strong, values-driven presence across press, social media, and broadcast channels. The role requires influence, innovation, and the ability to inspire all managers and staff, as well as external stakeholders.

Please visit the careers site for the full job description and person specification for the role.

Salary: £58,523 per annum (Scale SCP 46) progressing by increments to £62,852 per annum (Scale SCP 49)

Hours: 36 hours per week Location: Remote with regular travel across the UK

Contract: Permanent 

Benefits: You will receive 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time workers), hybrid and flexible working arrangements, an attractive pension scheme, Simply Health membership, enhanced sick pay and enhanced parental pay. Please visit our website for more details.

Closing date: midnight on 22nd February 2026

We reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier if we receive sufficient applications so, please submit your application as soon as possible.

PAPYRUS is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and its recruitment policies are designed to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender re-assignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

PAPYRUS is committed to safeguarding all children, young people and adults at risk that interact with the organisation. The organisation recognises its responsibility to safeguard the welfare of these vulnerable groups by a commitment to procedures to protect them. The charity expects all staff and volunteers to fully support and promote these commitments.

The Organisation

Together We Learn is a charity registered in England and Wales, working in close partnership with Together We Learn Ethiopia, a registered NGO in Ethiopia. Operating as two distinct legal entities, the organisations work as sister charities with a shared mission and vision: to enable disadvantaged children to access high-quality education.

While Together We Learn in the UK leads fundraising, governance and international engagement, Together We Learn Ethiopia is responsible for implementing and delivering programmes on the ground.

Our approach focuses on improving both access to education and the quality of education systems, while supporting the wider wellbeing of students, families and communities. We work in partnership with state education systems to deliver sustainable, long-term impact.

By addressing educational needs both in and beyond the classroom, Together We Learn aims to create lasting change for children and communities across Ethiopia.

The Role

As CEO, you will lead the UK team of Together We Learn and work in close partnership with the Ethiopian team, providing guidance and support to enable them to deliver programmes to a high standard. You will provide overall leadership for the charity, with responsibility for fundraising and stakeholder engagement, oversight of programmes, and management of finance and operations.

The annual turnover of Together We Learn is £350,000, and you will be responsible for line managing two staff in the UK and occasional interns, as well as supporting our Ethiopian partner, who has 15 programme and 8 support staff working across two regional offices: Gondar in the Amhara region and Addis Ababa in the Oromia region. The charity is managed by an experienced board of 5 trustees who meet quarterly and provide ad hoc support in their professional areas of expertise.

The charity is in a stable position with funds secured for the current year and a fundraising plan in place for the year ahead. You will have a detailed handover to enable you to carry out the varied functions required by the role and will be supported in these by the Programmes Manager and Sponsorship Coordinator. You will report to the board on a quarterly basis.

Our current three-year strategy focuses on building the capacity of our Ethiopian partner so that they can take a greater role in leading the organisation. This runs through our approach in all aspects of our work, and specific targets have been identified to help us achieve this goal over the strategic period. You will have the opportunity to advance our strategy using your unique skills.

Responsibilities

Team Leadership

• Line manage the Programmes Manager, Sponsorship Coordinator and interns.
• Collaborate with the Ethiopia Country Director and the staff or Together We Learn-
• Ethiopia on programme delivery.
• Deliver the organisational strategy.

Deliver High Quality Programmes

• Monitor delivery of activity plans related to projects, sponsorship and school linking.
• Track programme finances against budgets.
• Support the UK staff in their programme roles.

Finance and Operations Management

• Steward Together We Learn’s finances, including reconciling accounts, managing the finance database and tracking performance against the forecast and fundraising plan.
• Due diligence checks on Ethiopian partner finances.
• Prepare annual accounts for examination and develop the annual report for Charity Commission submission.
• Governance duties and other finance admin.

Fundraising

• Reporting and applications to trusts and foundations.
• Stewardship of donors and fundraisers.
• Oversight of the annual online fundraising campaign.

Communications and Stakeholder Engagement

• Quarterly supporter newsletters.
• Posting regular updates on our social media platforms.
• Maintaining the website content, including blog updates and basic SEO management.

The job of a CEO is hard to define, especially in a small charity, so the list above covers the key areas but is not exhaustive, and other duties may be required.

Person Specification

This role requires someone with excellent time management and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will have experience managing teams in a development or small charity environment, as well as significant experience managing finance systems, fundraising and having oversight of multiple programmes.

Essential Experience & Competencies

• Energetic and self-motivated individual who shares our mission.
• 3+ years of team leadership or experience in a senior management role directly responsible for staff and high-level reporting. Ability to provide positive, hands-on leadership to a small team of experienced and motivated individuals.
• 3+ years of financial management, including full-cost budgeting, tracking and reconciling finances, and reporting against forecasts and spending plans.
• 3+ years of proven experience in fundraising, a successful track record of securing and reporting on significant grants as well as maintaining positive funder relations.
• Experience working overseas in an international development or education context or working closely with overseas partners in the same sectors.
• A practical, collaborative and adaptable approach with good problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Strong and adaptable communication skills, both written and verbal, to support sensitive cross-cultural working and inspire funders and supporters.
• Fluency with MS Office programs, gmail and shared drives.

Desirable Experience & Competencies

• Lived experience of Ethiopia, or of a comparable context, such as the Horn of Africa or East Africa, or a strong personal or professional connection to Habesha or other African cultures.
• Degree or master’s in international development, or similar field of study.
• Office management experience.
• Project delivery or programme management experience, especially in a small charity, international development or education context.
• Experience reporting directly to board level.
• Experience increasing online engagement or driving new donor recruitment.
• Familiarity with a CRM system (e.g. Salesforce).

Equal Opportunities

We value the benefits of a diverse team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of the Ethiopian context, or from the African diaspora, for the knowledge and cultural insight they can bring to our work.

Flexible Working

Together We Learn operates a hybrid working style, where you will spend at least one day a week in the office. We find this regular face-to-face time beneficial as a small team, enabling positive collaboration, peer support and engagement with all areas of the organisation’s work. Other hours can be worked remotely or in the office according to individual preference.

You will be responsible for your own time management but must complete the majority of your work within office hours to ensure consistent management and collaboration with colleagues. This includes staff from our partner charity in Ethiopia (time zone GMT+3/ BST+2).

Ideally, we are looking for a candidate to work full-time; however we will consider an 80% part-time role or job share applications, for the right candidate. If you are applying for a job share, please clarify which responsibilities are best aligned with your abilities.

Please note that this post is subject to a satisfactory DBS check, and the successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK.

Application Process

To apply for this role, please submit a cover letter and CV by midnight on 8 March 2026.

The cover letter should explain how your experience and skills meet the criteria required for the role.

First-stage interviews will be held online during the week commencing 16th March, with second-stage in-person interviews at our London office during the week commencing 23rd March.

Role to start date from 13th April 2026.

We regret that we are not able to provide feedback on applications that are not shortlisted for interview.

Use of AI

We understand that AI may sometimes be useful in helping you clarify your ideas or check grammar. However, we want to learn about your voice and approach, so please ensure that the application submitted is written by you and a true reflection of your professional experience.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Head of Corporate Partnerships

Location: North London (3 days per week in the office)
Hours: 37.5 per week
Salary: £50,000 to £55,000 per annum
Reporting to: Director of Fundraising
Term: Permanent

Aquilas is delighted to be partnering witth a much loved children's charity to recruit a Head of Corporate Partnerships to join their successful fundraising team.

About the role:

In this role, you will work closely with the Director of Fundraising & Communications to develop and enhance their Corporate and Special Events Programme. This is very much a hands-on role of team leadership and direct account management. This includes six figure partners. 

The post-holder has a key role in the management of their Philanthropy & Corporate Board, which bring together industry leader to help move both these programmes forward. There is great freedom to innovate and a healthy pool of local business with an affinity to our cause. The post-holder takes a key leadership role across fundraising and marketing, working with their peers  and Director to take strategic decisions for wider benefit of the department. 

Line managing a small team of two you will play a key role in building and maintaining relationships with existing and prospective partners of the charity. You will ensure our partners have the best possible experience, making them feel engaged and motivated, valued and informed about the impact of their involvement and help them achieve their organisation’s objectives.

About you:

You will be an inspiring Corporate Fundraising Head, excellentcommunicator and a natural relationship builder. You will have demonstrative experience in people management within Partnerships and ideally a strong, broad background in corporate fundraising or commerical sales.  Excellent donor stewardship skills in terms of account management of existing supports

To Apply:

To receive a candidate pack or arrange a confidential conversation, please contact:

Kieran McGorrian, Head of Not for Profit Appointments, Aquilas 

Join our Philanthropy Team and play a vital role in supporting some of The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity's most generous supporters. Working as part of a high‑performing Philanthropy & Partnerships Directorate, you will help deliver exceptional donor experiences, create compelling fundraising materials, and contribute to life‑saving cancer research and care.

If you’re proactive, relationship‑focused and ready to grow your fundraising career, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Managing a small portfolio of mid‑level donors, providing excellent stewardship and supporting income growth.
• Supporting the identification, research and cultivation of new high‑value prospects, ensuring effective approaches are made.
• Preparing compelling proposals, presentations and bespoke donor materials to inspire philanthropic giving.
• Coordinating donor tours, cultivation events and bespoke visits for supporters and prospects.
• Producing high‑quality thank‑you letters, reports, and email updates that strengthen donor relationships.
• Providing essential administrative and coordination support to colleagues across the Philanthropy team.
• Maintaining accurate donor records on Raiser’s Edge, helping improve systems and insight.

What We’re Looking For:

We’re looking for someone who is:

A relationship builder
With experience in donor or customer‑focused environments and the confidence to engage supporters sensitively and professionally.

A strong communicator
With excellent written and verbal skills—capable of producing reports, emails, donor materials and briefings with clarity and impact.

Highly organised and detail‑driven
Able to manage multiple deadlines, juggle priorities and support the team to deliver high‑quality work.

A proactive team player
Flexible, adaptable and enthusiastic, with a willingness to learn and contribute in a fast‑paced, ambitious environment.

Tech‑confident
Comfortable managing data, using spreadsheets, and ideally familiar with fundraising databases such as Raiser’s Edge (desirable).

Why Join Us?

We’re a values-driven charity committed to saving lives by funding world-leading research, treatment, and care at The Royal Marsden. You’ll be part of a collaborative, ambitious, and kind team, with plenty of opportunities for learning and development.

What we offer

• Hybrid working between home and Chelsea with occasional travel to Sutton.
• Flexible working around our core hours of 10am to 4pm
• 27 days annual leave rising with length of service
• Up to 6% employer contributions subject to matched contribution from you (increasing with length of service)
• Training, support and development opportunities
• Access to the blue light discount scheme and other discounts opportunities
• Access to subsidised staff restaurants, on-site yoga and wellbeing classes, staff choir and much more
• Range of wellbeing initiatives including access to an employee assistance programme designed to save money and improve your physical, financial and mental health and wellbeing, access to free online GP appointments and free eye tests and contribution towards any glasses required for work purposes
• Opportunities for training and career development

Inclusion Matters

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Applications from all backgrounds are warmly welcomed

Please note: To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience. Unfortunately, once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications.

How to Apply:

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We are looking to recruit an experienced, innovative legal manager for our international Environment and Sustainable Development Programme. The ideal candidate will be a qualified lawyer with deep enthusiasm and in-depth knowledge of how our partners could use the law to achieve environmental justice. A more detailed explanation of our organisational and programme strategy is set out in our 2024-2026 Strategy.

Working as part of a small but dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to learn at close hand what it means to work for an international NGO focusing on how the law can be used to fight corruption and achieve environmental and economic justice. You will develop projects with a range of partners, including international agencies, NGOs, CSOs and governments. You will collaborate with a range of volunteer lawyers (via law firms and barristers chambers) who are leading experts in their field. You will also help nurture, build and maintain relationships with our funders. The role will involve outreach to new partners, programme management, supporting the drafting of fundraising applications and donor reports, tracking impact, as well as evaluating and learning from projects.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Implement the strategic vision for ILP’s Environment and Sustainable Development (ESD) programme, in conjunction with the ESD Programme Director, Legal Fellows, Executive Director, partners, staff and Board;

2. Develop an understanding of the most effective environmental policy tools and legal interventions to deliver the programme’s objectives, through engagement with volunteer lawyers, ILP partners, ILP’s ESD Advisory Committee, staff, Board and others;

3. Support the ESD Programme Director to build and maintain ILP’s Environment and Sustainable Development (ESD) programme. This includes:

   • liaising with partners to identify legal/policy needs and offer potential legal and/or policy reform solutions, including through conducting legal analysis;

     identifying and engaging in regular outreach with potential new partners to build the project pipeline;

   • identifying, building and maintaining strong relationships with existing and new highly experienced volunteer lawyers;

   • mapping and developing relationships with regional and international development entities and other technical assistance providers to identify potential partners, needs and focus countries;

   • representing the programme in external fora and events.

4. Support the Programme Director in ensuring effective project delivery and evaluation of impact including:

   • managing and coordinating project implementation through the full project cycle;

   • delivering financial management for assignments including accurate budgeting, forecasting, accounting and reporting;

   • Supporting the development and maintenance of strong programme management and knowledge management systems and processes, including regular updating of ILP’s online internal database (GRID).

5. Support the Programme Director’s fundraising efforts to finance both the programme and organisational overheads, including working closely with the Programme Director to identify opportunities for potential funding with partners, liaise with and nurture donors, design funding applications and create relevant budgets;

6. Deepen ILP’s knowledge and understanding of the situation in developing economies, including engaging in relevant research alongside ILP partners (pro bono lawyers, NGOs, CSOs and others) and sharing findings via written reports and output;

7. Share in the necessary operational and administrative activities of the organisation and contribute to website and social media communications.

For further information on the candidate profile for this role, our full job description is available to view and download below. 

Salary: £52,000 - £60,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Closing date: Review on a rolling basis
Location: Hybrid, based in either London or Manchester office
Benefits: 5% Employer pension contribution, Private medical insurance, Healthcare cash plan, income protection

We are thrilled to be working with an amazing national youth charity as they search for a passionate Senior Philanthropy Manager to join their incredible team. 

The Senior Philanthropy Manager will lead the Philanthropy function, driving the team forward as they embark on the cultivation of a strong new prospect pipeline. As part of the role, you will be responsible for a team bringing in income of over £1.3m per year, with a view to double income over the next 3 years.

Working closely with the Head of Relationship Fundraising, you will lead the development of team plans, ensuring that they are diversifying their high value donor portfolio, and delivers sustainable unrestricted and restricted income.

This is a great opportunity to lead a high performing team, and spearhead an exciting Philanthropy Programme with buy-in and investment from stakeholders across the organisation.

To be successful in the role of Senior Philanthropy Manager, you will need:

• Proven experience of working with high value donors as a leading professional in the area of philanthropy.
• Demonstrable experience of securing major donor gifts at £100k, with excellent writing skills to support the delivery of proposals.
• Proven experience of developing effective donor relationships and provision of excellent stewardship, with knowledge of the changing philanthropic landscape.

If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call and ask to speak to Jake. CV's are being reviewed on a rolling basis. 
 

You don’t have to know about Down syndrome. You can learn about Down syndrome, but we need you to know how to nurture the heart of an organisation and its people.

Please see our video on our website for further details from our Chair, James Davis (go to 'meet the team', and 'current vacancies'.

Freelance/self-employed contract for 3 – 4 days per week

Lead the 17-year-old charity into a brighter future

The role demands quality skills and experience in management, governance, building teams and communities, fundraising and finance – in person and online.

Can you simultaneously be creative, a problem solver, ideas person, developmental, positive leader, supporter, confidante, prudent and adventurous?

We are very keen to hear from you. Please send your CV and a 5 min video explaining who you are, why you suit the role and why you want to join us as CEO by Saturday 28 February 2026.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Project Officer, working predominantly in the South London area, to lead the development and delivery of river and catchment restoration projects. You will oversee work from early concept and design stages through to physical implementation, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget and to a high standard. As part of our Restoring Rivers and Catchments Team, you’ll help shape ambitious, meaningful projects that benefit local rivers, wildlife and communities. Whilst you will be predominantly working on projects for the Hogsmill, Wandle, Beverley Brook and Cray rivers, you may be required to work on other projects within the wider SERT region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and design restoration and enhancement projects using best practice and sound science.

• Lead feasibility work, secure all necessary permissions and manage stakeholder relationships.

• Oversee on-site delivery, managing contractors, volunteers and project partners.

• Ensure robust Health & Safety compliance across all project activities.

• Manage project budgets, timelines and reporting to funders.

• Mentor and manage junior colleagues, supporting their development and project delivery skills.

• Contribute to the Trust’s communications, fundraising and wider organisational goals.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking someone with strong project management experience, confidence in leading multidisciplinary work and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of partners. Experience delivering physical works on site—especially with power tools or plant—is desirable but not essential. You will bring creativity, initiative and a collaborative mindset to help develop impactful environmental solutions.

About You

You are a proactive problem-solver with a passion for improving rivers and catchments. You enjoy working with others, building relationships and finding innovative ways to deliver high-quality environmental projects. You take pride in maintaining high standards, supporting colleagues and seeing projects through from concept to completion.

 Interested? Apply now and help us create a healthier, more resilient catchment, see the full job description for more information.

Application process

• Closing date for applications: Sunday 8th March 2026 at 11:59pm.

•   Interviews:  w/c Monday 16th March 2026

This is a practical, hands-on leadership role at the heart of Richmond CVS’s work with local charities and community groups. The postholder will lead our support to voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations across the borough – helping them to grow stronger and more sustainable.

The main focus of the role is to strengthen the fundraising skills and income generation of local organisations, alongside providing high-quality advice on governance, planning and strategy. The role requires curiosity, creativity and strong problem-solving skills to help organisations find practical solutions to real-world challenges.

Richmond CVS already works with a range of experienced consultants and trainers and has an established suite of training resources. The postholder is not expected to be an expert in every aspect of charity management. A key part of the role is to coordinate and facilitate this support, drawing on specialist expertise where needed, while providing direct advice particularly in relation to fundraising and the fundamentals of good governance.

Working with a small, passionate team, you will deliver support, facilitate learning and manage projects that make a real difference to grassroots groups.

Key Responsibilities

Organisational Support 

· Provide practical tailored advice and support to VCSE organisations on governance, fundraising, income generation, and strategic planning.

· Help groups to identify funding opportunities and develop strong, realistic funding applications 

· Support organisations to become more sustainable and resilient 

· Develop clear resources, toolkits and guidance 

· Ensure all support is inclusive and accessible 

Training & Events

· Oversee and coordinate a high-quality programme of training and learning opportunities 

· Work with an established network of external trainers and consultants to deliver specialist training 

· Facilitate meetings, workshops and network events where appropriate 

· Develop new learning opportunities based on emerging needs 

· Maintain and develop existing Richmond CVS training materials and resources 

· Promote peer learning and collaboration across the sector 

Project & Programme Management

· Lead and manage capacity building projects from start to finish 

· Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to agreed outcomes 

· Monitor and evaluate impact and produce reports for funders 

· Oversee external consultants and specialist support ensuring quality and consistency

· Identify opportunities for new funded projects 

Leadership & Team Management

· Lead and support a small, committed team 

· Coordinate workplans and priorities 

· Provide supervision, support and development for staff 

Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement

· Build strong working relationships with Richmond Council, the NHS and other partners 

· Represent Richmond CVS at meetings and networks 

· Facilitate networking and collaboration across the VCSE sector

· Encourage digital skills and innovation across the sector 

Income Generation & Operations 

· Lead on income generation for capacity building work 

· Contribute to funding bids and proposals 

· Support budget planning and financial monitoring 

· Ensure compliance with organisational policies and procedures 

PERSON SPECIFICATION 

Essential Criteria 

Experience & Knowledge 

· Significant experience of working within the VCSE sector 

· Strong practical experience of fundraising and bid writing 

· Experience of helping organisations improve income generation and sustainability 

· Experience of managing or supervising staff or volunteers 

· Experience of developing, coordinating or facilitating training and learning opportunities 

· Good understanding of the principles of charity governance and good management practice 

· Confidence in using digital tools to support organisations 

 Skills & Abilities 

· Excellent communication and presentation skills 

· Strong problem-solving skills and a solutions-focused approach 

· Curiosity and a genuine interest in understanding organisational needs 

· Ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders 

· Ability to recognise when specialist expertise is needed and work effectively with external trainers and consultants 

· Strong organisational and time management skills 

· Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines 

· Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion 

 Desirable Criteria

· Knowledge of the Richmond upon Thames VCSE sector 

· Experience of working with local authorities or the NHS 

· Experience of grant assessment or management 

· Understanding of charity law

· Experience of hybrid working environments and flexible team management 

· Relevant qualification in fundraising, charity or project management 

 Personal Qualities 

· Curious and keen to learn 

· Resourceful and solution-focused 

· Approachable and supportive 

· Passionate about the VCSE sector 

· Flexible and willing to get involved where needed 

Title: Healthcare Assistant

Reports to:  Patient Services Manager  

Based at: Remote Worker– however must be able to travel as and when required to meetings and/or events

Job Purpose: To provide direct support to patients and support to all areas of the Charity Group

Working Hours: Monday – Thursday 09:00 – 17.30, Friday 09.00 – 17.00

Key Responsibilities:

· Responding to enquiries via telephone, email, online forums or social media with empathy, a listening ear, informative and supportive manner, whilst demonstrating confidentiality and sensitivity. Stay fully informed on the conditions and treatments associated with all three charities, ensuring the ability to respond to related enquiries becomes second nature

· Co-ordinate and action messages in the Patient Services Mailbox and distribute messages accordingly to the wider team where needed

· Maintain Patient Services documentation and make sure details are updated with clear and concise information

· Identifying gaps in patient information and assist in developing and proofreading relevant medically approved resources to reflect current guidelines, treatments, services and advances

· Frequently reviewing and assisting with update of content on charity websites and social media channels current and relevant Forums

· Supporting the organisation, promotion and delivery of all charity events including Patients Day, World Heart Rhythm Week, Global AF Aware Week, Know Your Pulse & Support Groups, Coffee mornings, Living with ...Series etc

· Build a central database of case studies / patient stories whether written or recorded

· Contribute content for the monthly e news and regular newsletters including patient stories, FAQ’s and latest news and updates with resources to Patient Service Manager

· Propose titles and speakers for patient educational events and develop virtual educational videos

· Co-ordinate the day-to-day planning and organisation of the fundraising activities and responding to enquiries.

· Support Patient Services Manager with administrative tasks/requests

Person specification:

- Sufficient healthcare knowledge and empathy when managing enquires

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

- Excellent knowledge in Microsoft Suite of tools including Word, Excel and PowerPoint

- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage own workload

- Can undertake a wide variety of tasks and multi-task with ease

- Professional, methodical and thorough approach to work with a friendly and polite manner

- Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team

- Full Driving Licence with access to a vehicle

- Educated to GCSE level minimum

We are looking for an ambitious Programme Funding Manager to play a pivotal role in securing and managing funding from institutional donors, trusts, foundations, government agencies, and multilateral donors to support the delivery of vital global programmes supporting communities across the world.

The team would love this person to be in the London office once a week but this can be discussed, there may be occasional overseas travel. The team can consider 5 or 4 days a week.

The Charity
You would be joining a supportive and and welcoming team at a long standing, international social welfare charity that offer a range of employee benefits that include:
- Professional development, competitive pay and pension with a four percent employer pension contribution, rising to eight percent after one year. BUPA health cash plan, employee Assistance Programme and up to six free counselling sessions, enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave and shared parental leave. Travel insurance, vaccinations and security training (for work-related travel).

The Role

Further develop the Global Programme Funding Strategy to source funding in programme areas of interest including health, disaster risk management, resilience, sustainable livelihoods as well as research grants.

Identify and develop engagement plans for a wide range of UK and international institutional donors, research organisations, universities, trusts and foundations.

Lead on the development of high-quality funding proposals, contributing towards organisation wide grant and contract income targets.

Work with the UK and global in country teams to deliver the strategy and line manage and support the Senior Programme Funding Officer.

Oversee contract management and oversee compliance with donor regulations.

The Candidate

Are you an experienced relationship fundraiser with experience of the following:

Income Generation significant experience and a successful track record securing grants from key institutional funders, ideally from the relevant thematic areas of: animal welfare, livelihoods, resilience building, access to water, food and gender.

Current knowledge and experience of institutional funders priorities, requirements and ways of working.

Knowledge and experience of the Programme management cycle.

Experience of producing budgets and reports for funders; experience of negotiating budgets, value for money etc.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Please note this role is closing on 1st March. Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you haven't been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

About Us

We're a West London charity on an exciting journey, supporting South Kilburn to be a flourishing, safe and inclusive neighbourhood. In 2026/27, we're opening two stunning new event spaces that will become the heartbeat of local life, hosting everything from intimate yoga sessions and community gatherings to stylish corporate photoshoots, weddings and celebrations. 

Our vision? A vibrant calendar of diverse events each week that bring people together, generate income to support our charitable mission, and showcase the very best of what South Kilburn has to offer. 

The Role 

We're seeking a dynamic, hands-on Event Manager to take the reins of our venue hire programme. This is not just a desk job, it's a role where no two days are the same, where you'll be the friendly face welcoming clients, the problem-solver ensuring flawless delivery, and the strategic thinker helping our spaces reach their full potential. 

You'll be the go-to person for everyone who books with us, from first enquiry through to flawless delivery, making sure every event reflects our values and leaves clients delighted. 

What You'll Be Doing 

• Client Relations: Be the welcoming first point of contact, guiding clients from initial enquiry through to event day 

• Venue Showcasing: Show prospective hirers around our spaces and help them envision their event 

• Event Coordination: Manage all the moving parts (logistics, suppliers, internal teams) to ensure seamless delivery 

• Team Leadership: Recruit, train and manage a flexible pool of casual event staff 

• On-the-Ground Management: Act as on-site duty manager during events. 

• Community Building: Foster strong relationships with local residents, partners and clients 

• Systems & Records: Keep booking records using CRM and booking systems 

• Marketing Support: Help promote our venues and attract brilliant bookings 

• Process Improvement: Contribute ideas to make our operations even better 

This job description is a guide and does not constitute a 'term and condition of employment. The role may evolve as our programme grows. 

About You 

You will be: 

• Experienced in managing events or venues (ideally 1-3 years under your belt) 

• Exceptionally organised with an eye for detail that misses nothing 

• Self-starting and comfortable owning your workload independently 

• A people person: confident, professional and warm with everyone from community groups to corporate clients 

• A natural ambassador for the charity, embodying our values in every interaction 

• Tech-savvy with standard office software and booking systems 

• Flexible and happy to roll up your sleeves for evening/weekend events when needed 

• Cool under pressure: calm, solutions-focused and able to juggle multiple events 

Desirable: 

• Proven track record in event management, venue hire, hospitality or similar 

• Marketing experience, especially promoting venues or events 

Why Join Us? 

• Shape something special: Be instrumental in launching and growing two brand-new West London event venues 

• Make real impact: Your work directly supports a charity dedicated to improving life in South Kilburn 

• Community connection: Work at the heart of a vibrant, diverse neighbourhood 

How to Apply 

Send us your CV and supporting statement (max 2 sides of A4 each) clearly addressing how you meet the criteria in the 'About You' section. Tell us why this role excites you and what you'll bring to South Kilburn Trust. 

Recruitment Timetable 

Closing Date: Friday 27th February 
Interviews: Week beginning Monday 16th March 
Outcome Notifications: By 27th March 

Preferred Start Date: April 2026