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This is an exciting time to be at Battersea at the start of a new five year strategy for the charity as it seeks to scale up and deliver new services and partnerships that will help it in its mission to help more dogs and cats, creating lasting change for animals and those who care for them, wherever they are. Earned media and PR is crucial to help Battersea build its visibility awareness, and relevance to new and existing audiences to support engagement with our strategic aims. The PR team play a key part in telling our story, shifting public attitudes, and generating support.

We need a dynamic and enthusiastic PR & Stories Manager to help us drive visibility, affinity, and relevance amongst new and existing audiences. They will work with the PR Lead to deliver a public relations strategy in line with Battersea’s strategic objectives in the UK and internationally. The post holder will work within the wider Marketing & Communications directorate on the delivery of integrated campaigns and PR plans that support our animal welfare campaigning (Our Voice), our global programmes strategy, our income generation strategy, and our sector and corporate partnerships. They will devise and deliver successful PR stories, projects and campaigns across a diverse range of media, creating compelling storytelling, events and partnerships that help us emotionally connect, resonate with and inspire new audiences.

What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

• 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
• Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
• Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
• Annual interest-free season ticket loans

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working policy:
We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working policy, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:
We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.

We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.

More about us:
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Closing date: 26th January 2025
Interview date(s): w/c 3rd February 2025

For full details on the role, please download the Recruitment Pack.

To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

Together for Mental Wellbeing are delighted to be recruiting a Lived Experience Consultant and Trainer, a brand-new and exciting position for the organisation. 

This role is an incredibly important position as it will enable the organisation to work towards achieving our Service User Leadership ambitions.  Service User Leadership is the core ethos that underpins the culture and practice of all aspects of the organisation, and to us it means that we truly value and champion the voice of those experiencing mental distress, ensuring that individuals feel empowered through having choice and control.  Together proudly adopts this approach and has demonstrated a commitment to this throughout the history of delivering mental health support. 

This new role will form part of The Service User Leadership Team, one of our core Central Support Teams, and will report into the Head of Service User Leadership. 

The primary focus of this role is to provide bespoke consultancy and training packages to external partners, in both service user leadership and peer support, that will drive forward positive change across mental health and social care in these areas.

Through engaging in networking opportunities, alongside the Head of Service User Leadership, this role will lead on building relationships with key partners, increasing opportunities to collaborate, whilst strengthening our profile, reputation, and brand.  We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic individual, who has their own lived experience of mental distress, demonstrable experience in effective stakeholder engagement and working towards targets, in addition to designing, and delivering training packages.  The ideal candidate will also possess extensive expert knowledge in relation to peer support and service user leadership.   

This position is 3 days per week (22.5 hours) and is fixed term for 2 years from the commencement of employment.  The role is home based with the expectation of travel when required to attend engagement and networking events, deliver training to external partners or for attendance at meetings in Head Office.  The role will may also include occasional travel to our Together services when required.  All travel expenses will be paid.

If you are interested in applying for the position, please do ensure to thoroughly read the job description and person specification, as only candidates who are explicit in how they meet the criteria for the position will be shortlisted for interview. 

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an online interview.   

Interviews will take place on Monday 10th February 2025.

The Communications Manager leads and oversees Global Health Partnership’s communications function.
 

This is an exciting role with lots of autonomy.
 

You’ll be a strategic communications whizz with a flair for creative storytelling, a sharp mind and pen for impactful strategy and messaging, and a focus on efficient planning
and execution.

Global Health Partnerships (formerly THET) is a global health charity working in partnership with governments, health institutions, and international bodies to train health workers and strengthen health systems across 31 countries. We do this through grants management and capacity building, alongside research, convening and advocacy towards the goal of Universal Health Coverage. At the centre of our approach, is the model of Health Partnerships, long-term relationships between UK and LMIC health institutions, which improve health services through the reciprocal exchange of skills, knowledge, and experience. At the heart of our work is vision of a world where everyone has access to healthcare.

You’ll be part of a cross-functional External Engagement team with a remit spanning communications, events, advocacy, and our Experts-in-Our Midst programme. This role may at times include deputising for the Head of External Engagement.

You’ll be leading communications for a range of flagship projects working with a range of global partners, from the Commonwealth Partnerships for Antimicrobial Stewardship to the Health Equity for All Advocacy Campaign. Following our recent renaming, you’ll play a critical role in updating our brand, reflecting GHP’s commitment to continually growing and adapting to the changing global health and international development landscape. You’ll be joining a friendly, dynamic cross-functional External Engagement Team with a strong focus on collaboration and learning, within an exciting growing

organisation.

To apply for this role please follow the application link in the attached Job Pack. 

The deadline for applications is midnight on 30th January 2025.

This post is UK based. Non-EC nationals will require current and valid permission to work in the UK.

We are currently seeking a Digital Marketing Lead as part of the Communications Team at Carers First. The Digital Marketing Lead will play a central role in enabling us to deliver our three year strategy and provide support to unpaid carers. This will include:

• Raising the profile of Carers First, building our brand awareness and engagement levels to reach new carers and to raise awareness of the issues affecting carers.

• Building on how Carers First engages with carers and supports them in accessing timely and relevant information. 

• Managing Carers First’s social media and digital marketing activities using a variety of digital marketing tools

• Overseeing Carers First’s digital presence, focusing on promoting our digital offer to reach more carers

To be successful you will be a digital expert, with proven experience of developing and delivering exceptional digital work as part of an overall communications strategy. Passionate about design and social media, you will also be data driven with expertise in implementing and analysing successful marketing campaigns.

This role is hybrid with the expectation that it will be mostly remote working with some travel to Carers First locations required.

In return, you will benefit from working for a not-for-profit organisation that delivers a service which makes a real difference to people’s lives. We offer training and development to help you grow your career, good annual leave entitlement, flexible working options, access to our work-place pension, employee assistance programme and a Benenden Healthcare package.

If you are interested in becoming part of our team and have the skills and experience, we are looking for and are passionate about making a real difference then please read the Job Description and Person Specification within the candidate pack and complete our application form.

Appointments are subject to Carers First receiving an appropriate disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service that we consider acceptable.

We encourage and welcome applications regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age. 

If you would like to discuss this role confidentially, please contact us and we will be happy to organise for one of the Team to contact you.  Please note that if you have not been contacted within one week of the closing date, your application has not been successful.

Closing Date:  31 Janurary 2025

Interview Date:  Week commencing 10 February 2025

Carers First is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Positive      Collaborative      Ambitious

Fundraising and Marketing Manager 

We Are Seeking a Fundraising and Marketing Manager to drive impactful campaigns and partnerships to support mental health services across the Borough of Rochdale

Position: Fundraising and Marketing Manager

Salary: £35,500 - £39,000 per annum (FTE)

Location: Rochdale, with hybrid working options available

Hours: 35 hours per week

Closing Date: 31st January 2025

Interviews: 7th February 2025

About the Role

As the Fundraising and Marketing Manager, you will play a key role in shaping and driving the fundraising and marketing strategy. This new role offers an exciting opportunity to make the role your own. The organisation has recently committed to investment in expanding its fundraising and marketing team, who’s two other members the Fundraising and Brand Building Manager who you will be responsible for line managing.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and developing a small team of fundraising and marketing professionals.

• Delivering income targets across community fundraising, trusts, foundations, and corporate partnerships.

• Developing and implementing a marketing strategy to raise awareness and build the organisation's profile.

• Building and maintaining relationships with supporters, funders, and corporate partners.

• Leading high-quality grant applications and overseeing fundraising campaigns.

• Creating innovative fundraising products and events to engage diverse audiences.

• Monitoring and reporting on income, budgets, and engagement metrics.

This role provides the opportunity to make a tangible impact, ensuring services remain accessible to those who need them most.

About You

To be successful in this role you will need to be a motivated and experienced fundraiser with a passion for mental health advocacy and a proven track record of achieving targets.

Essential skills and experience include:

• Significant experience in charity fundraising, including managing diverse income streams.

• Experience of heading up an organisation’s fundraising function.

• Experience of developing income streams from a low base level

• Strong strategic and organisational skills to oversee multiple projects and campaigns.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills to engage with a variety of audiences.

• Experience managing teams and collaborating with stakeholders.

• A self-starter mind-set with the ability to identify and develop new opportunities.

• Strong financial skills, to keep track of and manage fundraising budget

About the Organisation

You will be working for a leading mental health charity, supporting individuals across Heywood, Middleton, Rochdale, Bury, and North East Lancashire. The organisation provides a wide range of services, including counselling, group workshops, advocacy, and dementia support, empowering people to lead fulfilling lives. As part of the team, you’ll join a values-driven organisation committed to innovation, inclusion, and meaningful community impact.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Fundraising Manager, Marketing Manager, Community Engagement Lead, Corporate Partnerships Manager, or Campaigns Manager.

Ready to inspire change? Apply today and join the team in transforming lives and promoting mental wellbeing in the community.

The Digital Communications Officer role sits within the Fundraising team which is responsible for the organisation’s income, profile, reputation and supporter base through external and internal communications and campaigns. The primary focus of this role will be social media management, with activities extending to other areas of digital communications, including website content and digital advertising production. Reporting to the Communications and Engagement Manager, the Digital Communications Officer will be instrumental in growing our communities and reach online, promoting Doctors of the World’s UK and overseas operations and advocacy, and driving support for our humanitarian organisation. 

Doctors of the World UK (DoTW) is part of the global Médecins du Monde (MdM) network, which delivers over 400 projects in more than 70 countries, 6,000 volunteers and 5,000 employees. We deliver both emergency and planned medical support, staying to support people in need of healthcare for the long term. We advocate directly for the rights of everyone to access healthcare, no matter who they are or where they are from.

In the UK, we deliver our own domestic programme supporting people excluded from healthcare in the UK, including people seeking asylum and those who are homeless. Across our network we have projects ongoing in countries ranging from emergency responses in Gaza and Ukraine through to development work in Sierra Leone and Myanmar.

This role plays a key part in our fundraising and communications team helping us to meet our fundraising targets and drive growth in both our responsive and strategic communications.

Our vision is of a world in which people affected by war, natural disasters, disease, hunger, poverty, or exclusion get the healthcare they need.

Application deadline Friday 7th February 0900.

Interviews week commencing Monday 17th February

Applications should include CV and cover letter (mandatory). Please also attach portfolio (optional).

We're Transforming Lives for Good, a national Christian Charity that helps churches to bring a hope and a future for struggling children. At an exciting time of growth, we're searching for a Director of Marketing, Communications and Advocacy to oversee and manage all aspects of our marketing and communication strategy. This position requires a dynamic individual with excellent communication skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to lead a department, different projects and influence across the organisation. As a Director, you will be part of the Core Team and involved in the wider leadership of the charity.

You will be part of a team that campaigns and communicates the work of TLG through a variety of channels and will champion brand awareness, creativity and consistency throughout the charity. You will also have a passion for advocating on behalf of struggling children and developing our influence in this area. As a growing charity, we are focused on becoming a household name in order to make substantial difference for struggling children across the country and we are expectant for the impact the successful candidate will bring to this role.  If you are passionate about telling the TLG story and raising awareness of the issues that children are facing in the UK today, we'd love for you to get in touch.

TLG is a Christian charity and, as a team, we want to bring our faith to the work we do; as such, we are recruiting an individual with a strong and vibrant Christian faith. We would welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds to enable us to better reflect the needs of the communities we serve.

Initial Interviews (Online) - 10th February 

Final Interviews (In Person) - 24th February 

JOB DESCRIPTION AND PERSON SPECIFICATION

As an eCommerce Assistant, you will play a vital role in our dynamic retail team, working closely with the eCommerce Manager to manage daily operations and support income growth. This will be achieved through the sale of a wide variety of donations from our high street shops on our online platforms, primarily eBay and other marketplaces.

Your core responsibilities will include processing high-quality stock, managing listings, providing excellent customer service, dispatching orders, and supporting a team of volunteers to ensure smooth and efficient operations. You will also collaborate with Shop Managers to communicate stock requirements and maintain a steady flow of donations. In addition, this role involves supporting the organisation and participation in events to drive sales and raise awareness, alongside collaborating with auction houses, where appropriate, to secure the best price for high-value items.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in online sales and, ideally, working knowledge of eBay and other online marketplaces. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a good level of written and spoken English are essential.

Responsible to

eCommerce Trading Manager.

Working hours and contract

Permanent, full-time (35 hours per week).

You will primarily work Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 5.00pm, with flexibility to work weekends as required by the needs of the business.

Salary

25k per annum.

Location

Based at our West Norwood Retail Office, SE27 9AA

Start date

As soon as possible.

Role Responsibilities:

· Support daily operations of online stores, focusing on efficiency, quality assurance, and achieving listing and sales targets.

· Create high-quality listings across various e-commerce channels with a focus on product condition, clear descriptions, and accurate details.

· Ensure daily listing targets set by your line manager are met consistently.

· Adhere to efficient processes for stock processing, listing optimisation, and order fulfilment, ensuring all steps meet company standards.

· Oversee the production of high-quality photographic assets for product listings and marketing activities.

· Control pricing strategies to maximise sales and profitability, supported by regular sales and performance analysis.

· Collaborate with auction houses, where appropriate, to secure the best price for high-value items, maximising the impact for our beneficiaries.

· Support the organisation and participation in events and pop-ups to drive sales and raise awareness of our mission.

· Work closely with Shop Managers and the Donations Hub team to source appropriate volumes of stock to meet listing targets. Provide training and development to win hearts and minds and ensure smooth stock supply.

· Maintain high standards of customer service across platforms by responding promptly to inquiries, feedback, and complaints, enhancing customer satisfaction and retention.

· Ensure volunteer and team expenses are accurately recorded and comply with relevant procedures.

· Follow correct procedures for processing retail Gift Aid to maximise its value for the charity.

· Support the training and management of volunteers, providing inductions, supervision, feedback, and ongoing support to create a positive and productive work environment.

· Collaborate with marketing and communications to implement effective online sales strategies and optimise the charity’s online presence.

· Research and monitor industry trends, sales data, and best practices in eCommerce, applying new learnings to improve performance

· Proactively assess personal development needs and seek out opportunities for growth within the eCommerce field.

· Ensure adherence to financial and security protocols for online sales and maintain operational functionality.

· Support the maintenance of equipment and ensure it is in good working order to support eCommerce operations.

· Help maintain a clean and organised working environment, ensuring both the physical workspace and digital records are well-managed.

· Ensure fulfilment processes are followed, including packaging items securely, checking that details match orders, meeting dispatch times, adhering to inventory procedures, and processing returns as per policy, to maintain a high standard of customer satisfaction.

· Coordinate with third-party logistics providers to ensure timely order dispatch and shipping.

· Identify areas for continuous improvement in fulfilment, customer service, and operational processes, suggesting and implementing solutions to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

· Help maintain a safe working environment for staff and volunteers, adhering to health and safety policies and assisting with necessary safety training.

Person specification:

Skills, knowledge & experience

Essential

• Experience with online marketplaces, particularly eBay and Depop, for listing and inventory management, and supporting sales and fulfilment.

• Ability to assist with sales analysis, understanding basic metrics to help improve performance.

• Basic photography skills for creating high-quality images of products for listings.

• Knowledge of popular brands and the ability to identify items that have potential value for resale.

• Research skills to gather information on items, brands, and trends to support listings and pricing decisions.

• Good communication skills, both verbal and written, with attention to detail.

• Commitment to delivering exceptional customer service, responding to inquiries and resolving issues efficiently.

• Understanding of eCommerce best practices, with a willingness to learn and apply new trends and technologies.

• Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively and meet deadlines.

• Basic problem-solving skills, with a logical and calm approach to operational challenges.

• GCSE grade C or equivalent in Mathematics and English or a similar qualification.

Personal Attributes

• Comfortable working in a small team, with a positive, “can-do” attitude.

• Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise tasks and maintain efficiency under pressure.

• Adaptable to changing circumstances, able to handle a fast-paced, evolving environment.

• Proactive and willing to take initiative, suggesting improvements to processes and operations.

• An understanding of and commitment to supporting blind and partially sighted people, aligning with the charity’s mission.

Desirable

• Experience working in charity retail or a similar sector.

• Basic knowledge of Gift Aid and its application within charity retail operations.

• Understanding of marketing principles as they relate to online sales and branding.

• Experience with planning and organising events or promotional activities for online sales.

Flexibility

· The role description is a general outline of duties and responsibilities and may be amended as the charity develops and the role grows. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties as may be reasonably required from time to time.

Age UK's forward-thinking Service & Business Improvement Team are recruiting for an exciting role which supports service development and improvement across the Age UK Brand Partner Network and Age UK National Services.

The successful Service Development & Improvement Advisor will provide direct support, developing and co-ordinating resources for service development and demonstrate a continuous improvement approach to services across the Charity.

Undertaking in-depth service reviews with Brand Partners across a wide range of services, including CQC registered services, you will upskill colleagues across Services & Partnership Affairs in service development, improvement techniques and approaches.

This fantastic opportunity offers hybrid and flexible working between home and our central London co-working hub. Currently the team meet once a month in the London office, typically on a Tuesday.

Age UK Internal Grade: 6TL

Must haves:

The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process:

Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P

• Experience of service development and improvement work A, I
• Experience of using a continuous improvement approach to improve services A, I
• Experience of evaluating services, producing reports and recommending improvement actions A, I, T
• Knowledge of using public health approaches to improve services to enhance outcomes for older people (or other demographic group) A, I
• Knowledge of service development and improvement tools A, T
• Understanding of the environment within which voluntary sector organisations deliver services A, I
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate with staff in different locations and roles A, I
• Ability to write clear and concise reports A, I
• Good IT skills, including proven ability to use Microsoft Office and Teams. A, I
• Ability to work proactively and on their own initiative. A, I
• The ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external partners
• Keen understanding of issues facing older people A, I

Great to Have's:

• Experience of service management in the voluntary sector A, I
• Knowledge of public sector commissioning as it relates to services delivered by voluntary sector organisations A, I

What we offer in return

• Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
• Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, health cashback plan and EAP
• Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan
• Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
• Blue Light Card Scheme
• You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.

Additional Information

Supporting statements and anonymisation process

Candidates are expected to provide a supporting statement alongside their CV that explains how they meet the 'must have' competencies annotated with an 'A' in the job description. This will be used to assess your suitability for the position. Age UK acknowledges that you may use AI to produce your supporting statement and whilst this is acceptable, we do expect candidates to address the must have criteria by personalising your experience, knowledge, and skills. Where candidates rely solely on AI content, Age UK reserves the right to reject the application.

Please note that all CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Our system is unable to anonymise supporting statements, and we would therefore ask that you remove any personal information including your name before you upload to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process more inclusive. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview.

Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme

Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.

Reasonable adjustments

Disabled job seekers can access reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Reasonable adjustments are changes made to remove or reduce a disadvantage related to a person's disability. All requests for reasonable adjustments are considered on a case-by-case basis, in collaboration with the disabled job seeker to best meet their needs. If you require reasonable adjustments, at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Disability disclosures will be kept confidential and only shared on a need-to-know basis to support the implementation of adjustments. Disclosures will not be used to inform hiring decisions.

Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect.

Early application is encouraged, we reserve the right to close the advert at any time.

At The Hospice Lottery we love our Fundraisers!

Join The Hospice Lottery and Make a Difference!

At The Hospice Lottery, we take immense pride in our Fundraisers! As a not-for-profit social enterprise, we have been supporting our partner charities for over 25 years, raising funds that truly make a difference.

Our Fundraisers, who come from a wide range of backgrounds from teachers to CEO’s are dedicated to making a difference. Their commitment has helped us contribute almost £20 million to our partner charities, allowing them to provide vital care and support to those in need, all while enjoying the flexibility and fulfilment that this role offers.

About the Role

In this role, you will be the public face and voice of The Hospice Lottery. You will be visiting potential subscribers at home, informing them of how the lottery works, and about the charities we support, and helping to spread our mission statement throughout the local community.

This role offers immense personal satisfaction-every sign-up contributes to supporting those affected by life-limiting illnesses in our local community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maximise opportunities to engage supporters.
• Deliver an excellent supporter experience.
• Act as the face of our charity partners, promoting their mission.

We offer both full-time and part-time permanent contracts, giving you the security of a regular income with potential to earn more. For those who prefer flexibility, we also offer self-employed options. No matter your preference, you’ll receive all the tools you need-company-branded clothing, sales aids, and a tablet to process sign-ups.

Who You'll Be Supporting:

Your work will support the efforts of:

• Florence Nightingale Hospice Charity
• Michael Sobell Hospice Charity
• Rennie Grove Hospice Care
• South Bucks Hospice
• The Hospice of St Francis

These charities provide care to those living with life-limiting conditions, helping to improve the quality of life for individuals and their families.

Benefits:

• Flexible working hours to fit around your schedule.
• Uncapped commission!
• Opportunities for career growth.
• Generous employee referral program.
• Comprehensive training with ongoing support from our Sales Manager.
• Fun company social events.

Employment Packages:

• Employed, Full-Time (35 hours): £25,480 + bonuses
• Employed, Part-Time: £14.00 per hour + bonuses
• Self-Employed: £30,000-£38,000 (based on full-time hours) + bonuses, with weekly pay.
• A minimum of 5 years work experience is required, with at least 12 months in a customer-facing role preferred.

Why Join Us?

Become part of a team where every day brings new opportunities to make a real difference. You'll connect with compassionate individuals, build lasting relationships, and experience the joy of knowing your work is changing lives.

Previous door-to-door fundraising/sales experience while preferable, is not an essential requirement. If you are a charismatic individual enthusiastic about helping to make a difference, this could still be the perfect job for you!

Join us today and start making a difference!

We're now The King's Trust. And we're still working for young people.

We've changed our name from The Prince's Trust to The King’s Trust. Rest assured, the support we offer young people remains the same. This change marks an exciting new chapter for us, and we hope you'll continue supporting us to transform young lives.

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We are looking for an experienced project manager to join us on a fixed-term basis until 31st October 2025 to lead the development, management and fulfilment of a £1m fundraising campaign with a high-profile media partner.

This campaign will support young people in London who will be leaving school in 2026-27 without a clear pathway from secondary education into employment, further education or training, and you will play a vital role in helping these young people to have a brighter future.

You will manage the overall relationship with the partner – acting as the key point of contact and ensuring the successful delivery of the campaign by promoting effective reporting and information flow between stakeholders as well as holding them to account for their deliverables.

You will help identify campaign activation opportunities and work with relevant King’s Trust colleagues to co-ordinate and fulfil fundraising approaches as well as developing the campaign infrastructure such as web pages, data flow and supporter stewardship journeys to maximise our chances of success.

We need someone who can establish and run effective project governance as well as creating the right conditions for decision-making and prioritisation of requirements – there will be lots of different teams involved in this campaign, so we need someone who’s highly organised and able to delegate or escalate actions as required.

Perks for working at The Trust! 

• Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year 
• Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
• You can volunteer for and/or attend events – music festivals, The King's Trust Awards, active events etc. 
• In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role 
• Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas. 
• Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 
• Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave. 
• Interest-free season ticket loans 
• The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme 
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary) 

Equal Opportunities 

Here at The King's Trust, we're committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We want to be an organisation that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion and sex. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can be themselves and do the best work of their lives. 

We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation and sector, such as candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.  

We’re a Stonewall Top 100 Employer and we are an employer that is Disability Confident. Our staff, volunteers and young people are supported by KT CAN (our Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network) and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 

Safeguarding 

The King's Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within the Trust, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants. 

We’re seeking a creative and motivated Junior Designer to join our team, supporting the Lead Designer in strengthening our product and graphic design capabilities. You will have the opportunity to expand your skillset in a prayerful and collaborative environment across a range of design disciplines. While extensive experience is not required, a strong design sense and a keen eagerness to learn are essential.

As a result of our Christian ethos, this post is covered by an Occupational Requirement (OR) under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010. The successful applicant will be expected to be a practising Christian and to clearly demonstrate a personal commitment to the mission, principles, values and practices contained in our Ethos Statement, by:

· Active membership of local church congregation.

An understanding of the faith aspects of the work of Christian charities, including the preparedness to pray with colleagues, where appropriate.

Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity has been doing great things for ten hospitals in the University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) for 50 years.

Each year we bring joy, comfort and hope to millions of patients and 15,000 NHS staff through the work we do. From major capital builds to sensitive and calming spaces for bereaved parents. From gardening sessions for dementia patients to innovative equipment to treat cancer, we’re here with full-hearted goodness from first breaths to final goodbyes and every day in-between.

It’s always an exciting time to join our charity – but even more so right now. We’re looking for a Director of Fundraising & Marketing to turn our new five-year strategy into a reality. The groundwork is done, and we have an ambitious growth strategy for making even more impact for patients in our UHBW hospitals, for which you would play a critical role.

There are some gems of opportunities for your already strong strategic leadership. You’ll nurture and build a culture of philanthropy within our UHBW hospitals; with your fantastic team of fundraisers and marketeers you will help us grow further and deeper support from our supporter base; our successful lottery programme will be under your innovative leadership and you’ll help position the charity as the charity of choice for high impact, high value giving.

Chances are we all know someone who has needed an NHS hospital at some point in their lives or have been a patient ourselves. An individual who lives and breathes our values and behaviours and stands alongside the NHS will shine in this role. You’ll talk with passion about your proven track record in delivering substantial and sustained charitable income and how you did this across a variety of sources. You’ll understand the worth of a strong brand and engaging, creative communications. And you’ll know how to inspire others with your leadership, setting out a clear vision for income generation and how we implement our plan to achieve it.

But what is it really like to work at Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity? In our 2024 staff survey 100% of staff…Felt proud to work for the charity; Found meaning in their work; Believed the charity values are applied in all we do.

And one of our volunteers shared his experience with us “I’ve never worked for a charity, but I have worked for several private sector companies. Without doubt your team of people are not just nicer but are more enthusiastic and talented than any team of people I have ever worked with. Every time I come into the office I feel reluctant to go back out into the ‘real world’”.

That’s quite a testimonial. Grab this rare opportunity today to get a slice of this full-hearted goodness while you can. 

Other great benefits we offer: 

•  27 days annual holiday entitlement (pro-rata) plus an additional day off on your birthday and a wellbeing day. Plus, an additional two days leave after five years of service.

•  Commitment to hybrid and flexible working. 

•  Competitive pension scheme. We'll match employee pension contributions up to 8% (minimum 5%). 

•  Additional support via our enhanced Employee Assistance Programme, including up to eight sessions with a licensed counsellor. 

•  Life assurance cover - 4x annual salary 

•  Commitment to training and development with budget set aside 

•  Medicash health plan - claim cash towards a range of medical costs 

•  Free Blue Light Card that allows access to hundreds of discounts at major retailers. 

To apply:

• Your CV (no more than three sides)
• A supporting statement (no more than two sides) that sets out why you think this role is the right move for you and how you meet the person specification criteria.

As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview.If you would like to share information about a disability or long-term condition, please do so on your supporting statement. 

Closing date: Sunday 2 February 2025 

Interview date: Wednesday 12 February 2025.

Working for a charity is great. Working for Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity is greater. 

Grade: 2

Position type: Permanent, full time (although flexible working would be considered)

Responsible to: Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships

Direct reports: Trusts and Foundations Manager, Philanthropy Manager

Location: Remote, or hybrid working from ShelterBox HQ in Truro, Cornwall 

Role purpose:

Our ambitious and high-performing Philanthropy and Partnerships team has invested in this new role to focus on growing our portfolio of six and seven figure philanthropic funders, identifying and securing significant funding to enable ShelterBox’s lifesaving work.

ShelterBox’s income from trusts, foundations and major donors has increased significantly in recent years – we are now seeking a Senior Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager to accelerate this growth. You will work with an established team to unlock new high level, multi-year funding opportunities from both trust and major donor audiences (we expect 75% focus on trusts and 25% on major donors).

This role has line management responsibilities for a Trusts and Foundations Manager and Philanthropy Manager, and will work closely with the Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships, whilst being supported by the Stewardship and Research Officer and Philanthropy and Partnerships Assistant.
 

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a creative, proactive and driven individual who will play a key role in building new relationships with large funders (trusts, foundations and major donors) to help deliver emergency shelter to the most vulnerable people affected by conflict, disaster and the climate crisis.

You must be confident in building networks, developing a strong pipeline, and cultivating high-level relationships. You will also have demonstratable success in developing large and complex funding bids to secure new funders who have the capacity to give six figure philanthropic gifts

This position is perfect for someone who enjoys making new connections, focusing on new business and unlocking new opportunities. You must be a team player, with the ability to work with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders to achieve impact.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

Strategy & fundraising:

· Lead on securing high impact, multi-year relationships with trusts, foundations and major donors, working towards an agreed team income target.

· Work with the Head of Philanthropy and Partnership team to refine and implement our strategy designed to maximise philanthropic income. 

· Work closely with the Stewardship and Research Officer to build a pipeline of new six and seven figure prospects, and develop bespoke cultivation and solicitation plans, utilising varied and creative approaches to engage new audiences.

· Develop compelling funding bids, proposals, and packages for support, by working collaboratively with teams across the organisation, particularly ShelterBox’s International Programme Department, Programme Funding and Brand & Content teams.

· Proactively network, and work alongside the Philanthropy Advisory Board and other connectors to expand ShelterBox’s connections with significant funding prospects.

· Manage a small portfolio of high-level funders, maximising their support by having a thorough understanding of ShelterBox’s work, networks and funding needs.

· Be active in the fundraising sector, understand and follow the latest fundraising legislation and codes of practice, seeking out peer learning and mentoring opportunities, to ensure ShelterBox is implementing best practice.

Leadership & management: 

· Line management of the Trusts and Foundations Manager and Philanthropy Manager, ensuring personal growth plans, objectives and success indicators are in place.

· Provide strategic guidance and support to the Trusts and Foundations Manager, Philanthropy Manager, and other members of the team, fostering a collaborative working environment and bringing consistency to the cultivation and stewardship of philanthropic audiences.

· Nurture strong relationships with senior staff across all departments to build the most effective fundraising propositions and develop programmes that support ShelterBox’s priorities.

· Act as a subject matter expert to provide knowledge and expertise in philanthropic partnerships with the wider ShelterBox team (UK and global affiliates).

Other responsibilities:

· Support with the development and implementation of high-value fundraising events.

· Represent ShelterBox as required and always work in line with our aims, values and plans.

· Maximise the benefits of the CRM to create and implement cultivation and stewardship journeys for high-level funders, keeping records updated and following Data Protection regulations.

· As part of an emergency organisation there will be times when you will be required to work evenings and weekends at short notice in response to a disaster

· Any other duties as required which are deemed appropriate to the level and grade of the post.