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Cambridge Muslim College is an independent institution of higher education and a registered charity, rooted in the Islamic tradition and advancing knowledge, scholarship and public understanding.
Through its teaching, research and public programmes, the College is committed to developing a new generation of Muslim leaders who are deeply grounded in their tradition and able to engage confidently with contemporary Britain.
Through a focused portfolio of programmes spanning Islamic Studies, contextual leadership and Classical Arabic, alongside research across theology, philosophy, ethics, education and social institutions, Cambridge Muslim College brings traditional scholarship into dialogue with the modern world. Operating on a deliberately small, high-quality scale, the College has around 100 students, many of whom are supported through scholarships funded by a committed donor community. With income primarily philanthropic, fundraising is central to the College’s ability to invest in its teaching, research and public programmes.
Cambridge Muslim College is now focused on strengthening its long-term fundraising strategy and sustainability. The College has an established and diverse fundraising programme encompassing major donors, regular giving, campaigns and corporate partnerships, with significant opportunities to deepen existing donor relationships and develop new sources of support. This includes growing major giving beyond the annual Ramadan period, further developing the College’s Friends and Patrons programme, and building new corporate and international partnerships.
The Development Manager (Fundraising & Engagement) will play a pivotal role in this next phase, combining hands-on income generation with strategic leadership of fundraising and engagement. Working closely with the Registrar, senior leadership and Trustees, you will shape and deliver a more structured and sustainable approach to philanthropy while leading a small Development team encompassing fundraising operations and communications. This is a broad, relationship-led role with significant scope to strengthen systems, develop new opportunities and build long-term relationships with the donors and communities who support the College.
As Development Manager (Fundraising & Engagement), you will:
- Develop and deliver the College’s fundraising and donor engagement strategy
- Build and manage strong relationships with major donors and prospects
- Identify, cultivate and secure new funding opportunities across a diverse funding base
- Lead fundraising campaigns and develop compelling cases for support
- Develop major donor fundraising, including new business and opportunities to grow support beyond Ramadan
- Strengthen regular giving and donor engagement through the College’s Friends and Patrons programme
- Develop corporate partnerships and explore opportunities to grow international giving
- Strengthen fundraising systems, pipeline management, stewardship and reporting
- Oversee communications and digital engagement, ensuring activity supports fundraising and engagement objectives
- Line manage and support the Development Coordinator and Communications Coordinator
Essential skills and experience:
- Multi-income stream fundraising experience, which must include major donors plus either corporate fundraising or regular giving/membership schemes
- A track record of securing significant five-figure or six-figure gifts from high-net-worth individuals
- Strong relationship-building and networking skills, with credibility engaging donors, partners and senior stakeholders
- Experience developing compelling cases for support and effective stewardship strategies
- Demonstrable experience of engaging with Muslim communities and an understanding of faith-based giving practices, including Zakat and Sadaqah
- The ability to build trusted relationships with donors and stakeholders within Muslim communities
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Experience overseeing public-facing communications and digital channels
- The ability to provide effective leadership and direction to a small team
- Willingness and ability to undertake occasional international travel
Desirable:
- Corporate or alumni fundraising experience
- Experience of fundraising campaigns and appeals
Employee benefits include:
- 5% employer pension contribution
- 28 days’ annual leave, in addition to bank holidays, plus 2 additional days for each Eid
- Free home-cooked lunches during term time
Cambridge Muslim College is partnering with Laura Macnamara at QuarterFive for this appointment. Laura will be leading on all screening calls and will provide full support with formal application and interview preparation for suitable candidates.
**A cover letter is not required at this stage.**
Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unfortunately unable to respond to every applicant individually. If you are selected for the next stage of the recruitment process, Laura will be in touch by email to arrange an initial call.
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Branch Manager
RSPCA Finchley, Golders Green, Hendon & District Branch
Salary: £32,000–£35,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
Location: Hybrid, with regular travel across the branch area including East Finchley and North Finchley shops
About the role
At the RSPCA Finchley Branch, we are seeking a practical and organised Branch Manager to support the delivery and development of our local animal welfare services and the oversight of our retail operations through the line management of Shop Managers.
This is a strategic role with a hands-on focus on operational delivery, responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations across animal welfare, retail operations through the line management of Shop Managers and volunteer activity. Working closely with Trustees, the postholder will help ensure that services are delivered effectively, safely and in line with our charitable objectives, with a clear focus on achieving positive outcomes for animals and the community.
The role is hybrid, combining remote working with regular travel across the branch area, including visits to our charity shops in East Finchley and North Finchley, as well as occasional in-person meetings and operational activity where needed to deliver the Branch outcomes in line with the agreed objectives and priorities.
In this role, you will
You will be responsible for the effective delivery of animal welfare outcomes across the branch, ensuring animals are safely supported from intake through to rehoming, while also supporting the RSPCA Inspectorate. Alongside this, you will oversee day-to-day branch operations, including managing a small team of staff and volunteers, overseeing the performance of the branch’s retail activity through the line management of Shop Managers to contribute to sustainable income.
Working with the Chair and the relevant Trustee portfolio lead, including the Treasurer, to ensure financial oversight, governance and compliance and to deliver the agreed objectives, and working with veterinary partners, staff and volunteers, other RSPCA branches as well as other charities, you will ensure that services are delivered consistently, responsibly and in line with the branch’s priorities.
About you
You will be comfortable working in a role that combines strategic and operational responsibilities, and able to organise your workload effectively. You will have experience of coordinating services or operations and managing both staff and volunteers, achieving results through effective line management, and bring a genuine passion for animal welfare and a commitment to achieving positive outcomes through well-organised and consistent delivery. You will also have a calm and practical approach, with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with staff, volunteers and the local community, and a strong commitment to delivering meaningful and lasting outcomes for animals.
What we offer
This is an opportunity to play a key role in supporting animal welfare in the local community, with the ability to make a direct and meaningful impact through the delivery and development of branch activities.
The position offers a salary of £32,000 – £35,000 per annum (depending on experience)
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Flexible working hours, to be agreed in line with the needs of the role
Supportive working environment with close engagement with Trustees
Additional information
Regular travel across the branch area and beyond is required, and occasional evening or weekend work may be necessary.
A full, clean driving licence is essential for this role.
How to apply
Please submit your CV and a covering letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your reasons for applying and how you meet the essential criteria set out in the job description.
Please submit your CV and a covering letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your reasons for applying and how you meet the essential criteria set out in the job description.
Previous applicants do not need to reapply. If you have not heard from us within three weeks of submitting your application, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Registered Charity
21 - 50
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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CPRE was set up 100 years ago with the aims of the ‘conservation of what is beautiful and interesting in our countryside and towns and villages; and the encouragement of the right type of development’. Today these words are just as relevant as when they were written in the 1920s and we campaign for good planning, protection from speculative development, and the enhancement of nature and accessibility of our green spaces.
CPRE Oxfordshire is an independent charity, federated with 40+ county charities and a national office, giving us local, regional and national reach. Reporting to the Director, the Business Support and Project Coordinator will work to ensure the smooth operation of the Branch office and administrative systems and support coordination of projects and events.
We are looking for a highly motivated and dynamic individual who can operate independently but who is also an enthusiastic and effective team player, helping others to work to the best of their ability while ensuring the timely delivery of tasks.
As a key member of a small but energetic team, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to deploy their skills across a broad range of areas, building relationships and working with the entire staff team, our District volunteer network, and our Board of Trustees.
You will be highly organised with an eye for detail but above all be someone who is resourceful and proactive and enjoys working across multiple areas at the same time.
Responsibilities:
The Business Support and Project Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of the Branch office and administrative systems and supporting the coordination of projects and events. This includes:
1. Financial management
1.1 Transitioning existing electronic records to a new accounting system
1.2 Recording and processing donations
1.3 Preparing, submitting and tracking Gift Aid claims with HMRC
1.4 Processing monthly payroll, pension and HMRC submissions
1.5 Preparing and managing financial records for funding and expenditure
1.6 Preparing, sending and arranging payment of invoices
2. Branch and office management
2.1 Undertaking general administrative duties, including responding to enquiries, overseeing company insurance, and managing office contracts
2.2 Assisting with IT systems and security (e.g. Microsoft 365, domain renewal)
2.3 Overseeing compliance with Data Protection regulations and requirements (general knowledge required)
2.4 Assisting Trustees, Staff and Volunteers to ensure compliance with employment, health & safety, HMRC, Charity Commission and Companies House regulations and requirements
2.5 Liaising with National CPRE office on volunteer management and recruitment
2.6 Assisting the Trustees and Director with induction of new employees
2.7 Assisting the Director with preparation of induction packs for new District, Branch and Office Volunteers
3. Events and project coordination
3.1 Supporting Trustee, Staff and Volunteer attendance at external events
3.2 Supporting the Branch Director with the organisation and delivery of events focused on membership growth, volunteer recruitment, and fundraising
3.3 Supporting the Branch Director with the coordination and delivery of projects, to include contract development, basic monitoring and reporting, payment of contractors
4. Membership management
4.1 Updating National membership records
4.2 Occasional distribution of membership records to Districts
4.3 Supporting National CPRE office in sending out welcome packs and consents
4.4 Updating mailing lists for AGMs, Branch and District materials, etc
5. Contact management
5.1 Developing and maintaining Branch records for District Chairs, President, Vice Presidents, Consultants and other Volunteers
5.2 Developing and maintaining wider Branch contact records, e.g. Media, MPs, partner CEOs, local authority staff and elected officials, donors, trusts and foundations
We’re committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace at CPRE, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because diverse workplaces can make better and more creative decisions. Whatever your background, we welcome your application.
To apply, please provide your CV and a covering letter explaining how you meet the requirements of the post.
Closing date for applications is Monday 14 September 2026.
Interviews will be held week commencing 21 September 2026.
Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We do not accept CVs or applications via recruitment agencies.
Registered Charity
1 - 5
We seek to shape a greener future for Oxfordshire by working to improve, protect and celebrate the Oxfordshire countryside for the benefit of everyone
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.