Business development and community engagement officer jobs
Recruitment Consultant
Location
Preston
Length of contract
Full time and permanent
Hours
37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
To be worked between 8am and 6pm (inc 30-minute unpaid lunchbreak)
Pay Scale
£28,000 - £34,000 per annum plus on target bonus
Responsible to
Director
Holiday entitlement
Paid holiday entitlement of 28 days, plus 8 bank holidays (both calculated pro rata for part time employees)
Plus a day’s leave on your birthday, plus a wellbeing day’s leave (not calculated pro rata)
The role
To place ex-offender candidates into sustainable paid employment with local employers
Purpose
We place people with convictions into paid work, so they can build purposeful lives and see their families thrive
Mission
We do this by providing practical employment support, linking them to companies with good jobs
Vision
A society where people’s past convictions don’t define their employment future
Duties and Tasks
There are three main areas of work, all of which are vital to achieving the key positive outcome for the individuals we support: sustained meaningful employment.
1. Job Finder Support
Interviewing ex-offenders, offering one-to-one job coaching to help them into work, and providing ongoing mentoring for the first 12 months in employment.
Ours is a face-to-face, holistic and wraparound service that culminates in our candidates finding good jobs that last, with a wide array of socially inclusive employers on our books. Our job finder support can begin in custody and continue through the gate into the community, or start in the community. Typically, we will work with a person for between one and three months to establish work readiness and will continue to support them for up to a year once they find employment. Many people stay in touch and return to us for their second or third job over a period of years, and we consider our door to be open for as long as support is needed.
You will:
- Conduct one-to-one assessments with job-seeking candidates and, using your professional judgement, accept them directly into our paid-work search services or refer them to partner organisations for pre-employability support where issues such as substance misuse or homelessness remain significant barriers.
- Work with candidates over several weeks and months as a job mentor, meeting regularly to assist in all aspects of their job search.
- Help craft strong CVs and disclosure letters, ensuring candidates understand the facts and disclosure obligations relating to spent and unspent convictions.
- Check that candidates have the correct Right to Work documentation and arrange replacement birth certificates and National Insurance letters where required.
- Book candidates onto relevant training courses with third-party providers, including CSCS cards, HGV driver training and renewable energy qualifications.
- Encourage and support candidates in their own job search activity, including teaching them how to use online job boards and complete application forms.
- Submit candidates for vacancies with our inclusive employer partners and proactively identify additional opportunities on their behalf.
- Organise interviews, ensuring candidates have suitable interview clothing and the financial means to travel to interviews where required.
- Follow up immediately after interviews, helping candidates process outcomes, manage expectations and rebuild confidence if unsuccessful.
- Confirm job starts with both candidate and employer, ensuring candidates have access to any required workwear and travel-to-work support.
- Offer practical assistance as needed, including food parcels, hygiene packs, pre-loaded SIM cards, clothing and utility top-ups.
2. New Employer Engagement
Expanding our network of employers to generate a regular flow of job opportunities and enable more candidates to move into work.
This requires new business development and excellent relationship management. You will identify the roles most sought after by our candidates and focus on employers who demonstrate agility and responsiveness in their hiring processes. Contacts are likely to include business owners, divisional managers and site supervisors rather than social value or EDI teams.
You will:
- Proactively approach local employers advertising roles that match the skills and experience of current candidates, with the aim of securing interviews and recruitment instructions.
- Approach organisations that are not currently recruiting but are likely to offer suitable opportunities in the future.
- Maintain and develop a database of active and prospective employers.
- Take ownership of specific sectors or geographical areas in consultation with colleagues to maximise reach and avoid duplication.
- Visit employers to explain our services, answer questions about employing people with convictions and gain a thorough understanding of the workplace environment.
- Select and submit suitable candidates, advocating for each individual based on your knowledge of their strengths, achievements and progress.
- Positively challenge employer concerns where appropriate and advocate for fair consideration of candidates.
- Disclose offending history and risk profiles appropriately, highlighting personal attributes and workplace strengths while guiding employers through the recruitment process in partnership with the candidate.
3. In-Work Support
Supporting candidates to sustain employment for up to one year after starting work.
Maintaining employment is a key part of the journey. Newly employed candidates, particularly recent prison leavers, can face a range of practical, emotional and lifestyle challenges. The strongest chance of successfully supporting both candidate and employer comes from strong relationships built on trust, honesty and confidence.
You will:
- Advise employers on successfully onboarding new employees during their first weeks and months in work.
- Help employers understand and accommodate any additional support needs, such as housing transitions, medical appointments or probation requirements.
- Be aware of and proactively manage issues relating to media attention around previous convictions, including advising on measures to protect privacy and reputation where appropriate.
- Maintain regular contact with candidates during their first 12 months in employment through phone calls, meetings and ongoing mentoring support.
- Record all candidate and employer interactions, progress and outcomes on the Itris recruitment CRM database.
This is a non-exhaustive list of tasks and may be amended from time to time in line with the needs of the charity.
Our Interview Process
This vacancy will close on 6th September, with applications being shortlisted on 7th September.
If you are successful at the shortlisting stage, you will be invited to attend the first stage of our interview process on Tuesday 8th September, between 4:30pm and 7pm, at our new offices in Preston.
We want our recruitment process to give you the opportunity to get to know The Recruitment Junction (TRJ) just as much as it allows us to get to know you.
Rather than a traditional first interview, we will be holding a relaxed group recruitment evening with a ‘speed-dating’ style interview format. This is for applicants for all THREE DIFFERENT VACANCIES we’re hiring for, for the new Preston team.
The evening will begin with an introduction to TRJ from our CEO and Senior Leadership Team, giving you the opportunity to hear more about who we are, our values. the work we do and what it is like to be part of our team. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions in an open audience environment, allowing you to find out more about TRJ, our work and our organisation. Refreshments will also be provided.
You will then have a short, informal, face-to-face conversation with one of our hiring managers. This is designed to be a relaxed opportunity for us to learn a little more about you, while also giving you the chance to ask questions and decide whether TRJ is somewhere you would like to continue pursuing a career.
Following the first-stage event, we will invite successful candidates for a formal final interview.
Key dates:
- Applications close: 6th September
- Shortlisting: 7th September
- Stage One – Recruitment Evening: Tuesday 8th September, 4:30-7pm
- Stage Two – Formal Final Interview: Wednesday 16th September – time to be confirmed
We hope this approach creates a welcoming and informal first stage, giving you a genuine opportunity to learn more about TRJ, meet members of our team and decide whether we are a fit for each other.
When applying, please read the interview information carefully and ensure you meet the essential criteria outlined in the Job Description.
Supporting people with convictions into paid employment, breaking down barriers and creating positive, sustainable futures.



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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are looking for a part-time Operations Manager to support our Executive Director and wider team by taking an operational lead, keeping a birds eye view over all of our activities and our infrastructure - and ensuring the principles and processes we’ve collectively agreed to are working optimally.
You will provide essential operational, administrative, financial and IT support. Lead in the day to day operations of the organisation, including office tasks, diary management and systemic thinking for our internal communications.
TERMS AND BENEFITS
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Fixed term contract for 12 months (with the possibility of extension depending on future grants), £38,000 pro rata (equivalent to £22,800 per year), with a September or October 2026 start.
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25 days of paid annual leave pro rata, plus bank holidays. In addition, the MDP office closes for two paid weeks over Christmas and New Year.
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4% pension (3% employer and 5% employee contributions)
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Access to training and mentoring opportunities to develop in the role, if needed.
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Flexibility in working hours and TOIL.
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Central London office space. MDP’s office is in Vauxhall, London. Staff have daily access to the office and the team works from the office together at least once a week.
OUR VALUES
Migrant Democracy Project (MDP) is building migrant power in the UK. We build political power by getting migrants registered to vote, we organise for votes for all residents, and we support the leadership development of migrant leaders. We want to build a society where migrants’ interests and needs are heard, included and represented in all levels of UK politics.
We work in solidarity. We recognise that our struggles, liberation, identities, and oppressions are interconnected. We do not exist in isolation to other communities.
Our fight for migrant justice is tied to queer and trans liberation, racial and disability justice, reproductive freedoms, freedom for Palestine and all oppressed people, anti-capitalism, and beyond.
KEY DUTIES - Please read the Operations Manager job specification attached document before applying for a full list of duties.
- Office & Team Support: managing the MDP office, keeping it stocked, ensuring the compliance of the office environment and support the Executive Director with diary and meetings.
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Project Management: support the team with resources, templates and systems for them to do their work effectively, implementing and managing MDP's project management platform and ensure the team are supported through their work.
- Operations & Compliance: ensure MDP is compliant with relevant policies and ensure their timely implementation, keeping track of compliance and training needs and be the point of contact in the team for safeguarding matters.
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Security of the team and community: staying up to date with best practice on digital and physical security and ensure the wider community that interacts with MDP is safeguarded.
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People Management and recruitment: maintaining records of staff leave, expenses and training needs, support the Executive Director with recruitment processes and ensure the team has access to the processes allowing them to grow and flourish.
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Online systems: manage MDP's Google Workspace, internal communications and staff shared drives, accounts and onboarding.
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Finance Support: pay small invoices and process staff expense forms, submitting relevant invoices and manage MDP's expense card system.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS - Please read the Operations Manager job specification attached document before applying for a full list of qualifications.
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At least three years of experience in an administrative, operations, or office management role, ideally within a small NGO or human rights organisation.
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Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively to meet deadlines.
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Excellent organisation skills, with extensive experience in project and program management, a proven ability to plan, organise, and lead the implementation of plans and processes.
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Excellent digital skills including on platforms such as Excel, Airtable, Google Workspace, or general software.
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Good knowledge of policies relevant to the operations of an organisation.
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Experience using Xero, Soldo or similar software for processing invoices and expenses.
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Experience maintaining accurate records and systems, with excellent attention to detail.
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Experience supporting recruitment, onboarding or volunteer coordination.
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Understanding of data protection principles (e.g. GDPR), general policy compliance, and experience handling confidential information.
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Experience in diary management.
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Excellent knowledge using Google Suite.
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Comfortable in a start-up environment and experience working in a small team, where flexibility is required to meet emerging tasks and deadlines.
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Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
HOW TO APPLY
Please send your CV with the Subject Line “FIRST NAME LAST NAME OPERATIONS MANAGER” by 31 August 2026 and complete the online form following the guidance in the application pack.
MDP is dedicated to the kind of diversity and inclusion that makes our organisation thrive. We highly encourage people to apply who identify as migrants and refugees; women, trans or nonbinary; LGBTQIA+; Black or BIPOC; and disabled.
Please let us know if you have any access needs or requirements. We will work with you to help you achieve your best.
DECISION-MAKING TIMELINE
We are looking for the Operations Manager to start in September or October 2026. The applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and interviews will be scheduled accordingly.
Interview process
● Stage 1: shortlisted candidates will be invited for a 20 minute interview online with the Executive Director.
● Stage 2: if successful after Stage 1, shortlisted candidates will be invited for a 75 minute interview in-person. This will include a practical exercise and questions about your experience. You will have an opportunity to ask us questions as well.
Please download and refer to the full application pack for the job description and follow the application process outlined there.
We are organising and building power amongst migrants at home in the UK to shape a society rooted in justice, reflecting our needs and interests.
Corporate Partnerships Manager
Job Summary
Yorkshire’s Brain Tumour Charity is a small charity with big ambitions. We support brain tumour patients and families across Yorkshire and fund pioneering research in our region.
Every partnership we build helps us reach more people affected by brain tumours, raise vital funds and increase awareness of the support available to families across Yorkshire.
We are now looking for an ambitious and relationship-focused Corporate Partnerships Manager to develop and grow our relationships with businesses and organisations across Yorkshire.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building meaningful relationships, spotting opportunities and turning conversations into successful, long-term partnerships. You will lead on developing new corporate relationships while providing excellent stewardship to our existing supporters, helping businesses find engaging and mutually beneficial ways to support our work.
You will also contribute to the charity’s marketing and communications activity, working collaboratively with the Community Fundraiser and wider team to share compelling stories, promote campaigns and events, increase awareness of our services and strengthen YBTC’s profile across Yorkshire.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the next stage of YBTC’s growth. You will have the freedom and flexibility to develop new ideas, build influential relationships and see the direct impact of your work. As the organisation continues to grow, there will be opportunities to develop and progress within the fundraising team and wider charity.
Responsible to:
Chief Executive Officer
Salary:
£27,500 – £29,500 (depending on experience)
Hours:
Full-time (flexible and hybrid working – we are open to conversations about how this role works best for you)
Contract:
Permanent
Location:
Your contractual place of work will be your home address. The role will involve travel across Yorkshire to meet corporate partners, attend events and develop new relationships. You may occasionally be asked to attend our Leeds office for team meetings, training or specific organisational needs. Such visits will not form part of a regular working pattern.
Who This Role Is For:
This role would suit someone who:
- Loves building relationships and developing new connections
- Is confident approaching and engaging businesses and senior stakeholders
- Can identify opportunities and turn ideas into successful partnerships
- Is motivated by growing income and making a real difference to people’s lives
- Enjoys communicating creatively and telling compelling stories
- Thrives in a small, supportive team where you can shape your own work
- Is proactive, organised and comfortable managing a varied workload
Key Responsibilities:
Corporate Partnerships & Relationship Management
- Develop and grow income from corporate partnerships across Yorkshire
- Identify and secure new corporate supporters, including Charity of the Year and other partnership opportunities
- Build strong relationships with businesses and organisations across the region
- Maintain and grow existing corporate relationships to maximise engagement and income
- Create tailored proposals, pitches and partnership opportunities that meet the needs of both YBTC and prospective partners
- Deliver excellent stewardship, ensuring corporate supporters feel valued, engaged and connected to our work
- Develop a strong pipeline of prospective and existing corporate partners
Business Development & Income Growth
- Proactively identify businesses and sectors with the potential to support YBTC
- Develop creative opportunities for businesses to fundraise, sponsor, donate and engage their employees
- Develop sponsorship opportunities for charity events, campaigns and initiatives
- Work towards agreed corporate fundraising targets and contribute to wider fundraising team objectives
- Monitor and report on corporate partnership activity, pipelines and income
Marketing, Communications & Storytelling
- Work collaboratively with the Community Fundraiser and wider team to support the charity’s marketing and communications activity
- Develop engaging content and stories that showcase our impact and inspire businesses and supporters to engage with YBTC
- Contribute content for social media, newsletters, website and other communications
- Support the promotion of fundraising campaigns, events, corporate partnerships and organisational activity
- Help promote YBTC’s support services across Yorkshire to increase awareness, referrals and engagement
- Ensure communications are consistent with YBTC’s brand, values and key messages
PR & External Engagement
- Identify opportunities to raise YBTC’s profile through local media, business networks and external partnerships
- Build relationships with relevant external stakeholders, networks and organisations
- Support PR activity, including local media, radio, features and partnership stories
- Represent YBTC confidently at networking events, corporate meetings and external events
- Support awareness campaigns that increase the visibility and reach of the charity
Campaigns, Events & Fundraising Support
- Work collaboratively with the Community Fundraiser to maximise the reach and impact of fundraising campaigns and events
- Support the development and promotion of corporate fundraising opportunities linked to YBTC campaigns and events
- Attend corporate events, presentations, networking opportunities and supporter activities
- Identify opportunities for businesses to become more deeply involved in YBTC’s work
Other
- Ensure all fundraising activity is compliant with relevant regulations and best practice (including the Fundraising Code of Practice)
- Maintain accurate records of corporate relationships, opportunities and activity
- Attend team meetings and contribute to a positive, collaborative culture
- Contribute to wider organisational objectives and activities
- Undertake occasional evening/weekend work to support events, partnerships and fundraising activity
Person Specification:
Knowledge & Experience
Essential:
- Experience of developing and managing relationships in a fundraising, business development, sales, account management, partnerships or similar role
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage and inspire a wide range of people
- Experience of developing new relationships and identifying opportunities
- Ability to create persuasive proposals, presentations or pitches
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and relationships
- Strong written communication skills
- Confident using IT systems including Microsoft Office
- Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
Desirable:
- Experience of corporate fundraising or partnerships within the charity sector
- Experience of securing Charity of the Year or corporate partnership opportunities
- Experience of marketing, communications, PR or social media
- Experience of supporting fundraising campaigns or events
- Experience of working with CRM systems
- Knowledge of the Yorkshire business community and networks
Personal Attributes:
- Warm, approachable and confident working with a wide range of people
- An excellent relationship-builder who enjoys making new connections
- Proactive and comfortable creating opportunities rather than waiting for them to arise
- Commercially aware while being motivated by social impact
- Creative and able to bring new ideas to partnerships and campaigns
- An engaging communicator and storyteller
- Emotionally intelligent and able to communicate sensitively about the experiences of people affected by brain tumours
- Organised, self-motivated and able to manage your own workload
- Collaborative and willing to contribute across a small charity team
- Flexible and willing to travel across Yorkshire
- Committed to YBTC’s values of Integrity, Compassion, Community and Ambition
Other Requirements:
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
- Willingness to travel across Yorkshire
- Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends
About Yorkshire’s Brain Tumour Charity:
Founded in 2003, Yorkshire’s Brain Tumour Charity provides vital support to brain tumour patients and their loved ones, whilst also funding innovative clinical research in our region.
We fund innovative research and provide vital support to patients and families across the region. Around 15 people are diagnosed with a primary brain tumour in Yorkshire every week.
Our Mission
We will improve the lives of people impacted by a brain tumour in Yorkshire, through local support and research.
What We Offer:
- Flexible and hybrid working, with a high degree of autonomy over how you structure your week
- A supportive and values-driven team environment
- Generous pension contribution (above statutory minimum)
- Opportunities for professional development and progression as the organisation grows
- The opportunity to shape and develop a role with real impact
- A culture that prioritises wellbeing, trust, and flexibility
How to Apply:
Please send a CV and covering letter to:
David Grant-Roberts, CEO
Application deadline – Sunday 6th September
Interviews - w/c 21st September
To improve the lives of people impacted by a brain tumour in Yorkshire, through local support and research.


Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Events Officer
Full time - 35 hours per week
Location – Hybrid Working with a minimum of one day a week working from Head Office in London
Join our friendly team
We have an exciting opportunity for an Events Officer to join our Fundraising team. This is a fantastic role for someone who is passionate about creating memorable fundraising events and building strong supporter relationships that help families stay together during some of the most difficult times of their lives.
Our charity
The Sick Children's Trust is the charity that provides a welcoming 'Home from Home' where families with a sick child in hospital can stay. But we're more than bricks and mortar, our friendly, caring staff are there to support families when they really need it.
Hospital can be a lonely and scary place for anyone, but especially a child. Providing around 3,200 families a year with somewhere to stay together just minutes from the hospital means that they can be by their sick child's side and have one less thing to worry about.
The Role
This is a varied and rewarding events fundraising role, focused on delivering exceptional fundraising events and challenge activities that generate income and raise awareness of the charity.
You will help deliver key events including our Carol Service, Supper Club and Golf Day, while also supporting participants taking part in challenge events such as the London Marathon, Great North Run, London Landmarks Half Marathon and Royal Parks Half Marathon.
You'll build strong relationships with supporters, participants, volunteers, suppliers and partners, providing excellent stewardship and ensuring they have a positive experience with the charity. You will also work closely with colleagues across Fundraising, Communications and Marketing to maximise the success and reach of our events programme.
The role will involve monitoring event budgets, maintaining accurate records, securing auction prizes and pro bono support, and helping to identify new opportunities to grow income and engagement.
This role requires a proactive and organised approach, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while delivering outstanding supporter experiences.
About you
We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic about events fundraising and motivated by creating engaging experiences that inspire people to support our work.
You will have strong interpersonal and communication skills and enjoy building relationships with a wide range of people. You will be equally comfortable supporting a marathon runner with their fundraising, liaising with suppliers, or welcoming guests to one of our special events.
You will have excellent organisational skills and be confident managing competing priorities and deadlines. You'll enjoy working as part of a collaborative team while also being able to take ownership of your own projects and responsibilities.
Ultimately, this is a great role for someone who loves events, enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and understands that no two days are the same.
The recruitment pack will provide you with more information about the role. If this role sounds like something you will excel in, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply please submit your CV with a covering letter demonstrating how you meet the criteria set out in the job description and person specification.
Closing date: 28 August 2026
Amputee Network Development Officer – South West
Fixed term 12 months from starting date with potential to extend
Ensure that no amputee need cope alone
The Limbless Association is seeking a proactive, creative and resourceful Development Officer to enable the charity to extend its reach across the south west.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting individuals and their families experiencing amputation, through their rehabilitation, recovery and life beyond limb loss.
The Amputee Network Development Officer will play a pivotal role in the LA realising its outreach aims in the region. This role will build capacity across a range of outreach support activities, working closely with the Regional Development Manager (South), Services Development Lead and Volunteer Coordinator, to realise increased multi- stakeholder engagement, project reach, awareness of the charity and its services as well as working with the team to realise regional financial support of the LA’s work.
We’re looking for someone who:
· Is passionate about building strong outcomes focused relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
· Enjoys turning ideas into meaningful opportunities and actions.
· Can think strategically whilst remaining practical
· Understands the importance of lived experience and co-production
· Has a strong geographical knowledge of the south west of England.
· Wants to make a genuine difference
If you are motivated by improving lives with purpose and compassion, we would love to hear from you.
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About us
Community rail is a unique and growing grassroots movement made up of community rail partnerships, station volunteer groups and other community-led initiatives across Britain.
Together, these organisations and volunteers deliver a wide range of initiatives, from engaging young people and building confidence in rail travel, to improving accessibility, enhancing stations, supporting biodiversity projects and creating community spaces that bring people together.
Community Rail Network is the national membership and umbrella body for the community rail movement across England, Scotland and Wales. We empower, support and champion community-led partnerships and groups, helping them create social, environmental and economic value through their work.
Our team of 22 colleagues is based across Britain, working mainly from home while coming together regularly online and in person. We are a collaborative, values-led organisation, passionate about making a difference through community rail.
We believe in nurturing talent, supporting professional development and creating an environment where everyone can reach their potential while maintaining a healthy work–life balance.
About this role and your main responsibilities
We are looking for a compassionate, collaborative and creative leader to head up our work with members. Everyone on the team is here for our members, but you will lead the way in ensuring everything we do is driven by what members need, now and in the future, to help them develop, grow and thrive. You’ll also help ensure our members have a great experience whenever they are accessing our support and services.
As a member of the senior leadership team, you’ll actively contribute towards its collective work in driving organisational performance and success, including growing investment in our work so we can make an even bigger difference for our members and the communities they serve.
Please see the attached introduction from our Chief Executive and role profile for further information about the position, including its principal responsibilities and the experience, skills and attributes we are looking for.
Other information
The role will involve regular travel across England, Scotland and Wales to raise the organisation’s profile and engage with members, partners and key stakeholders.
There is flexibility on your location given the requirement to travel and that your office will be home-based. You will need to travel to in-person quarterly team meetings (usually in London or the north of England) and to Board meetings which alternate between online and London.
It is expected that travel will be by public transport and easy access to the rail network is therefore required to ensure journeys can be made sustainably.
This is a full-time position, 37 hours per week. We use a flexi-time system with core hours 10am-3pm, and are committed to being a flexible, supportive and understanding employer. This is a permanent position with a probationary period of three months.
Successful applicants will need to provide proof that they have the right to work in the UK and provide two references.
Community Rail Network is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from disabled people and Black, Asian and other minoritised groups, who meet with the skills and competencies for this role. We will provide reasonable adjustments for interviews as required.
Apply via CharityJob by Monday 7 September 2026, 12:30pm. Upload your CV and paste your personal statement into the cover letter section. Your statement should explain how you meet the experience criteria in the person specification and be no more than 1,000 words. You do not need to address the skills/abilities section at this stage; this will be assessed at interview. Please include a daytime telephone number, email address and current notice period in your CV.
Interviews will be held in Derby on 17 September. If a second round is required, it will take place online on 22 or 23 September. Interview invitations will be issued by telephone by 11 September. Unfortunately, we cannot provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants.
Championing the community rail movement | Connecting people and their railways | Creating inclusive, empowered, sustainable and healthy communities
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Church Engagement & Fundraising Officer
12-month Fixed Term Contract. Full Time, Home-based (with weekly travel)
Location: London and the Northern Home Counties
Salary: £44,945 per annum
If we receive a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to close the advert before the scheduled closing date. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to apply at their earliest convenience.
About us
Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.
We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don’t have to be Christian to work here – we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we’re open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues. This is a homeworking role and you are expected to be in the London office once a month
About the role
Reporting in to the Church Engagement & Fundraising Advisor, the Church Engagement & Fundraising Officer is a proactive fundraising and church engagement role.
You will be out in churches and communities across London and the home counties, building new relationships, strengthening existing high-value support, and inspiring churches to give, act and pray with Christian Aid.
You will identify and approach prospective churches, pick up the phone to book meetings, speak confidently in church services and local gatherings, and make compelling asks that lead to increased giving and deeper engagement.
This is a remote team to facilitate post holders to be proactively present in local church communities. Much of your impact will come from being out and about: visiting churches, meeting clergy and volunteers, attending local events, speaking at services, and building relationships face to face. You should expect regular travel across London and the home counties, including some evenings and weekends.
We are looking for someone who is energised by being out in the community, not someone looking for a primarily desk-based role.
In this role, success will mean:
- building a strong pipeline of churches and groups with the potential to support Christian Aid;
- securing meetings, speaking opportunities and invitations into church spaces;
- inspiring churches to increase their giving, particularly around appeals and key fundraising moments;
- strengthening relationships with current high-value church supporters so they feel known, thanked and encouraged;
- equipping volunteers and local champions to extend Christian Aid’s reach;
- using insight, data and local knowledge to prioritise the relationships with greatest potential.
A significant part of this role will be proactive new relationship-building. You will not only respond to churches already connected with Christian Aid; you will identify new opportunities, approach churches and leaders, and work creatively to open doors for giving, fundraising, campaigning and prayer.
About you
Who we are looking for:
Essential:
- Demonstrable experience driving fundraising and relationship building.
- Knowledge of church audiences across all denominations.
- Experience of mentoring volunteers to add capacity, skills and aptitude to empower and support them.
- Detailed knowledge of the principles of good donor management or customer care, and understanding of the principles of relationship building.
- Developed communication skills to inspire others to take action and use their skills and resources to fundraise and donate.
- Developed communication skills to communicate complex messages creatively and effectively to diverse audiences.
- An ability to analyse and interpret information and data to prioritise work and achieve results.
- Organisational skills to work under pressure and manage competing priorities to deliver multiple concurrent activities.
- The ability to travel frequently to locations, including some evenings and weekends.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of current fundraising legislation and good practice.
- Knowledge of relevant church networks and denominational structures.
- Ability to effectively portray development messages in a theological context.
- Knowledge of global development issues and Christian Aid’s work.
- Good knowledge of the London and South East geographical region.
This role would suit you if you are a confident relationship-builder who enjoys getting out into communities, opening doors and inspiring people to act. You might come from community fundraising, church engagement, major donor engagement, sales, business development, volunteer mobilisation or a church-facing role with clear fundraising experience.
You will need to be confident talking with churches, meeting ambitious targets, comfortable making asks for financial support, and motivated by helping local communities turn faith, generosity and concern for global justice into practical action.
Further information
At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.
We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams.
We have a strong Christian ethos and we encourage applications from all faiths. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with Christian Aid’s faith identity.
All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
WHO WE ARE
We are Zarach, the children’s bed charity, and we’re on a mission to end child bed poverty, helping children get a good night's sleep, and the chance to thrive at school.
In our nearly eight years as a registered charity, we’ve captured the hearts and attention of many individuals, community groups, businesses and funders who want to support us on our mission. We’ve also been given an incredible media platform from which we have raised awareness of child bed poverty at local, regional and national levels. This support and awareness has seen us deliver over 18,000 bed bundles to children to date!
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
As we continue to grow our service across the North West, we are looking to recruit a Family Engagement Officer to join our newly established North West team. This role offers a unique opportunity to play a key part in the growth and development of our vital service, particularly in the Merseyside area. The role is currently being offered at 21 hours per week (0.6 FTE) but has the potential to increase to full time with further development.
As our ideal candidate you will be based in the Merseyside area or within commuting distance, but be happy to travel in and around the wider North West area. You will be able to travel regularly to meet with the team and to conduct home visits across the region. You will also need to be able to attend our Leeds Warehouse or other areas when required.
You will be someone who has good experience of the broad range of day-to-day case management, working with external partners, volunteer support, and administrative activities that working in a dynamic charity brings, and someone who enjoys the busyness and variety of this.
Alongside your family support and engagement-related skills and experience, we’ll be looking to see that you have a genuine care for our mission and, as such, are self-motivated to do a great job and be a values-led member of our team.
Ideally, you’ll have experience of working with vulnerable families and managing volunteers in the charity sector, due to some of the specialties that come with this, such as safeguarding and partnership working. But charity experience is not essential if you can demonstrate an appetite and track record for continual learning and development across your working life to date.
WHAT WE OFFER
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Starting at £15,600 with progression up to £18,000 p/a (£26,000 to £30,000 FTE)
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21 hours (0.6 FTE) worked across 3 or 4 days
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28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro rated for part time work)
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Healthcare Cash Plan
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Quarterly Staff Recognition Award
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A great working environment! One of our colleagues described us as- “Zarach is a wonderful place to work with the mission at the core of all that we do”
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are recruiting one full time permanent Funding Officer in Newcastle upon Tyne. Funding Officers in these roles will primarily be part of the North East regional team delivering our Reaching Communities programme, with opportunities to be involved with other programmes and aspects of the Fund’s wider operations as they arise. As a Funding Officer for the National Lottery Community Fund you will be integral to supporting the organisation to deliver our strategy It Starts With Community.
These roles will contribute to ensuring that vital funding reaches communities and projects who need it most in our region. As a Funding Officer you will work as part of our North East regional team, working day-to-day alongside fellow Funding Officers, supported by a Funding Manager.
We are looking for people who will work across the region, with a focus on developing relationships and being a key point of contact for Newcastle upon Tyne.
Ideally (but not essentially) you will live in Newcastle and have good knowledge of the local area.
The Funding Officer role is classed as mobile working which means you will be expected to work from Fund offices, from home as well as conduct visits across the region. The North East regional office is in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Responsibilities & Expectations of the Role
- You will assess applications for funding and manage grants using local knowledge, best practice and thematic expertise and you will harness the experience of customers and stakeholders to improve our grant making and inform our decision making.
- Being responsible for supporting local people and communities, you will have a strong understanding of our vision, our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and our funding products.
- Being responsible for a pipeline of projects you will need to understand and respond to the different needs of our customers by providing advice and considered feedback and be willing to have challenging but constructive conversations.
- You will ensure that both grant management and application assessment play an effective part in contributing to the Fund’s knowledge and learning as a grant maker. You will manage your own caseload, liaise with grant recipients, undertake project visits, identify and manage risk, support organisations to meet their grant requirements and measure their impact.
- You will be an active and integral member of the North East regional team, as well as the wider Northern hub, England Portfolio and Fund. You will contribute your skills, knowledge and expertise to a range of work and programmes as need arises. Within an organisation and sector experiencing on-going change, an agile & flexible approach to the role will be essential for success.
- You will represent the Fund, including at funding fairs and external meetings, creating opportunities for people to come together. You will share learning from your role with other colleagues so that we can maximise our impact.
- You will need to work within the Fund’s policies and procedures and relevant legislation, and in a way that is in line with our vision and values.
Interview details:
- Date: 25 August 2026
- Format: Face-to-face
- Location: Newcastle
We have a hybrid approach to working. Work pattern and location will be agreed with the successful candidate.
We will be hosting a briefing session on Wednesday 5th August at 13:00. To register for the session or for any questions about the recruitment process, please email the recruitment team.
How to Apply:
Upload your CV in word format and write a supporting statement (max 1,000 words) to align with the criteria below. We will use this to score your application.
Essential criteria
- Communication skills: Strong listening, written and verbal communication with an emphasis on written communication for assessment purposes.
- Analytical skills: Ability to assess a high volume of applications, make good judgements, challenge when appropriate and manage risk.
- Relational skills: Ability to build, develop and promote effective relationships with colleagues, community organisations and other external agencies with a strong commitment to equity and inclusion.
- Organisational skills: An ability to use your initiative and manage your own workload and time, meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Lived experience or working knowledge of the needs and priorities of communities in and across the North East, especially under-represented groups plus an understanding of the local voluntary, community and social enterprise sector.
- Values driven and passionate about the Fund’s purpose.
Desirable criteria
- Demonstrable sound IT skills, in particular Microsoft Office products and the ability to learn detailed processes quickly and accurately.
- Understanding of financial planning and business plans, ability to analyse accounts and numerical data.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.
We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.)
It starts with community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £27,788 – 28,519 pro-rata part-time 2.5 days a week
Location: London
Team: Membership
Line Manager: Head of Membership, matrix management Member Engagement Adviser
Hours: 2.5 days a week
Contract: Fixed term contract, 12 months
Grade: 5
Safeguarding: Basic / Standard
The Vacancy
The Membership Operations Officer will provide part-time business-as-usual support to the Membership team, helping the team run smoothly, respond quickly to member and internal enquiries, and maintain clear, accurate and accessible membership information.
The role will support the day-to-day operations of the membership function, with a particular focus on digital and knowledge management, membership inbox coordination, enquiry triage and timely follow-up. Working closely with the Head of Membership, Member Engagement Advisers and colleagues across Start Network, the postholder will help ensure membership systems, records, communications and operational processes are well organised, responsive and useful to staff, members and hubs.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Digital and knowledge management support (40%)
● Maintain organised, accurate and accessible membership information across internal systems, including Box, SharePoint and Salesforce.
● Support colleagues across teams to access up-to-date member information, documents and tools that enable consistent member engagement.
● Support the development and maintenance of digital platforms that improve member engagement, communications and access to shared resources.
● Coordinate with Communications and relevant hubs to keep membership messaging, website updates and new member announcements accurate and timely.
● Administer member data in Salesforce, ensuring records are accurate, current and appropriately reflected in membership outputs and digital channels.
● Support membership communications, including newsletters and mailing lists, by collating content, maintaining contact data and monitoring engagement insights.
Membership inbox, coordination and administration (40%)
● Monitor the Membership inbox regularly, ensuring enquiries are acknowledged, triaged and directed to the right person or team in a timely and responsive way.
● Act as the first point of coordination for routine member enquiries, tracking actions and ensuring follow-up is completed or escalated where needed.
● Support day-to-day Membership team coordination, including scheduling meetings, preparing papers, maintaining action logs and keeping shared documents up to date.
● Work with the Membership team, especially the Membership Knowledge Management to support routine membership processes, including annual invoicing and tracking of membership contributions.
● Coordinate follow-up on member queries, issues and engagement activities, ensuring clear ownership, deadlines and records of agreed actions.
● Provide flexible operational and administrative support to the Membership team as priorities shift across the year.
Membership engagement support (20%)
● Support Member Engagement Advisers with practical coordination for member engagement activities, including inductions, meetings, hub-related processes and member follow-up.
● Coordinate with teams across Start Network on routine member engagement activities, ensuring relevant information is captured, shared and followed up.
PERSON PROFILE
Key competencies
● Administration and management
● Adaptability/flexibility
● Attention to detail
● Creative thinking
● Cooperation and collaboration
Essential skills and experience
● Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to respond clearly, tactfully and professionally to enquiries from members and colleagues.
● Experience using CRM, knowledge management or shared information systems, such as Salesforce, SharePoint, Box or equivalent platforms.
● Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage inboxes, track actions, prioritise tasks and follow through reliably in a part-time role.
● Proven experience providing administrative, coordination or operational support in a busy team environment.
● Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint, with confidence maintaining accurate records and shared files.
Desirable skills and experience
● Experience working in a membership organisation, network or multi-stakeholder environment.
● Working knowledge of French and/or Spanish.
● Experience of working in the development, peacebuilding or humanitarian sector.
The Company
Start Network is made up of more than 90 non-governmental organisations across five continents, ranging from large international organisations to local and national NGOs. Our programmes allow members to deliver humanitarian action around the world.
Our mission is to create a new era of humanitarian action that will save even more lives. We aren’t driven by media headlines or political will, we’re here for the communities affected by and at risk of crises.
We are an organisation committed to doing things differently. For some roles, we need more technical humanitarian expertise, but for other roles, we are looking for relevant transferable skills, the right attitude, and a passion to bring change.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This is an exciting opportunity to lead a respected and well-established charity with deep roots in the communities we serve. Jigsaw4u has a strong reputation and dedicated staff and volunteers.
As CEO, you will provide strategic, operational and cultural leadership, working closely with the Board of Trustees, staff, volunteers and partners to ensure the delivery of high-quality services. You will drive our strategic priorities, strengthen financial sustainability, build effective partnerships and foster an inclusive, high-performance culture.
We are seeking a values-driven leader who can inspire confidence, champion collaboration and innovation and deliver meaningful outcomes for children, young people and families.
Helping children, young people and families in South West London put the pieces back together following social and emotional difficulties.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our friendly and committed team at RASASC Guildford as our Community and Events Fundraiser, working with us for 28 hours (4 days) per week.
Position: Community and Events Fundraiser
Hours: 28 hours, 4 days per week (0.8 FTE)
Salary: £28,000-£32,000 FTE (depending on experience)
Location: Based in Guildford with regular travel across Surrey and surrounding areas
Accountable to: CEO
DBS check: Yes (enhanced)
Closing on: Tuesday 1st September 12 noon
About RASASC: RASASC Guildford Limited is a registered charity supporting people of all genders, from the age of 13, from across Surrey, who have experienced the trauma of sexual harm, whether recently or in the past.
We are the largest specialist rape and sexual abuse support organisation in the county and provide a range of free, confidential, specialist services so that survivors can move forward with their lives, untethered by the impact of abuse.
Over the last two years, RASASC has successfully developed its community fundraising, challenge events and individual giving programmes, creating a strong foundation for future growth.
We are now looking for an enthusiastic and motivated fundraiser to help build on this success and develop sustainable unrestricted income that supports our vital services. The successful candidate will also share and support RASASC's commitment to inclusivity and accessibility.
Purpose of the Role: This is an exciting opportunity to join RASASC at a key stage in the development of our fundraising programme. Over the last two years, community fundraising, challenge events and individual giving have grown significantly and demonstrated strong potential for future development.
We are now looking for a passionate, organised and enthusiastic Community Fundraiser to help build on this success. You'll oversee our community fundraising and challenge events programme, building strong relationships with supporters, local partners and community groups to raise vital funds for RASASC.
Working closely with the Fundraising Manager, you will build relationships with supporters, local businesses, community groups and donors, helping to increase unrestricted income and raise awareness of RASASC's work. The role will also support the development of individual giving, including our client donation programme, helping to create sustainable unrestricted income for the charity.
This role would suit someone with fundraising, events, communications or community engagement experience who is looking to move into the next stage of their fundraising career within a supportive team environment. We are looking for someone who enjoys meeting people, building relationships and creating opportunities for others to support our work.
Key Responsibilities:
Community Fundraising, Events & Challenges
- Support and grow community fundraising income across Surrey and surrounding areas
- Recruit, steward and motivate individuals taking part in fundraising challenges and activities for RASASC
- Act as the main point of contact for community fundraisers and event participants
- Provide supporters with fundraising materials, encouragement and guidance throughout their fundraising journey
- Promote fundraising opportunities and third-party challenge events
- Attend fundraising activities, networking events and community events as a representative of RASASC
- Identify opportunities to develop new community fundraising initiatives and partnerships
- Build relationships with local businesses and organisations
- Support fundraising volunteers where appropriate
Supporter Stewardship & Individual Giving
- Deliver excellent supporter care and stewardship
- Build positive relationships with donors, fundraisers and supporters
- Support the growth of individual giving, including one-off and regular donations
- Promote and help develop RASASC's client donation programme, encouraging those who wish to give back to support the charity's work
- Ensure supporters receive timely thanks, updates and recognition
- Help encourage repeat support and long-term engagement with the charity
- Gather and share supporter stories and fundraising successes
Fundraising Communications
- Support the promotion of fundraising campaigns, challenge events and supporter stories
- Work with the Communications and Engagement Manager to identify opportunities to improve supporter engagement, fundraising communications and digital fundraising activity
- Provide fundraising content and updates to help raise awareness of RASASC and the impact of our work.
Administration
- Maintain accurate supporter records, donations and fundraising activity using Donorfy
- Provide activity and income updates to the Fundraising Manager
- Support monitoring of fundraising performance and supporter engagement
- Ensure fundraising activities comply with organisational policies, GDPR and fundraising regulations.
Person Specification
Essential Experience & Skills
- At least 1-2 years’ experience in fundraising, events, communications, marketing, customer engagement or a similar people focused role
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with supporters, volunteers, businesses and community groups
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously and prioritise effectively
- Ability to motivate and engage supporters, volunteers or customers
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
- Experience of using CRMs (databases) to collate data, create impact reports and input and manage donor information
- Ability to work independently and use initiative
- Commitment to the aims and values of RASASC
Desirable
- Experience of community fundraising or supporter engagement
- Experience of supporting fundraising events or challenge events
- Experience of creating content for social media, newsletters or email communications
- Knowledge of fundraising good practice and donor stewardship
- Experience of working with volunteers.
Personal Qualities
We are looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about the work of RASASC and committed to supporting survivors
- Enthusiastic, positive and motivated, with a genuine desire to make a difference
- Highly organised, able to manage a range of activities and priorities effectively
- A confident relationship-builder who enjoys meeting new people and developing connections
- Creative and proactive, with the ability to identify new fundraising opportunities and engage supporters
- An excellent communicator, both verbally and in writing, with the skills to inspire and engage a wide range of audiences
- Comfortable working independently while contributing positively to a team
- Flexible and adaptable
- Happy to travel across Surrey and surrounding areas to meet supporters, attend events and represent the charity
- Committed to delivering excellent supporter experiences and building long term relationships
Additional Requirements
- The role requires occasional evening and weekend working to attend fundraising events, networking opportunities and supporter activities
- Willingness and ability to travel across Surrey and surrounding areas to meet supporters, attend events and represent the charity
Why Join Us?
Community fundraising and challenge events at RASASC have grown significantly over the last two years, exceeding income targets and creating exciting opportunities for future development.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a difference and keen to develop their fundraising career. The successful candidate will gain experience across community fundraising, events and challenges, supporter stewardship and individual giving, while being supported by an experienced Fundraising Manager. As a new role within a growing fundraising programme, there is real opportunity to shape and develop the position, bring fresh ideas, and play a key role in building sustainable income for the future.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to help shape the next phase of an established fundraising programme, build meaningful relationships with supporters and play a direct role in securing income that enables RASASC to continue supporting survivors across Surrey.
We are proud to be a caring, compassionate and committed team, united by the belief that survivors deserve the very best support. We care deeply about our work and work collaboratively to make a difference every day. We're looking for someone who shares our values, brings energy and enthusiasm to their work, and wants to be part of a team that is supportive, welcoming and passionate about creating positive change.
In return, we can offer you 25 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time hours, eight public holidays (pro rata for part-time hours) contributory pension scheme and reimbursement of travel expenses at 55p per mile.
If you are interested in joining our team or if you have any questions about the role, please do give us a call as we would love to hear from you – contact:
Helen Stanley (Fundraising Manager) - contact details on our advert on our website
or Daisy Anderson (Chief Executive Officer) - contact details on our advert on our website
We are committed to equal opportunities, and we warmly encourage applications from all sections of the community particularly applicants from diverse groups
How to Apply:
Please download the application form from our website and email it to Liz Joyce, as per the details on our website
Please note we do not accept CVs.
This recruitment will close by 12 noon Tuesday 1st September 2026. First interviews will be held on Tuesday 8th September or Wednesday 9th September.
We are a charity that support survivors of all genders over the age of 13 from across Surrey, who have been raped, sexually abused


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are recruiting multiple Funding Officers to support a range of initiatives across England, including Community Wealth Fund, National Lottery Awards for All, Programme Funding and Every Child Can. A mixture of permanent roles and fixed term contracts on a full or part-time basis are available.
As outlined in our It Starts with Community strategy, we are committed to placing community agency, power, and control at the heart of our England funding portfolio. We aim to stand alongside communities, supporting them as they tackle challenges and fulfil their potential. This is a great opportunity to take a mission-driven approach to funding while working flexibly across different programmes and priorities.We are looking for people who are collaborative, adaptable and passionate about putting communities first.
You will be expected to work on different initiatives across our England portfolio. This covers a broad range of thematic areas, from small grant funding up to larger scale projects, working with a wide range of different customers.As a Funding Officer you will work alongside fellow Funding Officers, supported by a Funding Manager.
We have a hybrid approach to working. Successful candidates will be required to attend meetings and training at our Birmingham or Newcastle offices.
We strongly encourage applications from individuals with lived or working experience within under-represented communities.
Responsibilities & Expectations of the Role
- You will assess applications for funding and manage grants using best practice, thematic expertise and the experience of customers and stakeholders to improve our grant making and inform our decision making.
- You will provide clear, constructive feedback to applicants.
- You will manage your own caseload, liaise with grant recipients, undertake project visits, identify and manage risk, support organisations to meet their grant requirements and measure their impact.
- You will ensure that grant management and assessment play an effective part in contributing to the Fund’s knowledge and learning as a grant maker.
- You will be a proactive member of the England Funding Team. You will contribute your skills, knowledge and expertise to a range of work and programmes as need arises. Within an organisation and sector experiencing on-going change, an agile & flexible approach to the role will be essential for success.
- You will need to work within the Fund’s policies and procedures, and relevant legislation in a way that is in line with our vision and values.
Interview Details:
- Dates: w/c 14 September 2026, w/c 21 September 2026 & w/c 28 September 2026
- Format: Microsoft Teams
- Location:England with regular travel to Newcastle and Birmingham
How to Apply:
Upload your CV in word format and write a supporting statement (max 1,000 words) to align with the criteria below. We will use this to score your application.
If you have any questions on the process, please email us
Essential Criteria
- Communication skills: Strong listening, written and verbal communication with an emphasis on written communication for assessment purposes.
- Analytical skills: Ability to assess a high volume of applications, make good judgements, challenge when appropriate and manage risk.
- Relational skills: Ability to build, develop, and promote effective relationships with colleagues and community organisations, with a strong commitment to equity and inclusion.
- Organisational skills: Ability to use your initiative and manage your workload and time, juggle competing priorities and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Adaptability: Ability to adapt and respond to changing organisational priorities, working flexibly across a number of workstreams adapting quickly to new processes and ways of working.
- Demonstrable sound IT skills, in particular Microsoft Office products and the ability to learn detailed processes quickly and accurate.
- Values driven and passionate about the Fund’s purpose.
Desirable Criteria
- Understanding of financial planning and business plans, ability to analyse accounts and numerical data.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.
We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.)
It starts with community.
Help residents feel informed, supported and confident throughout vital building safety and remediation projects. Join Peabody's Resident Engagement and Compliance team and make a real difference by delivering exceptional customer service, clear communication and positive outcomes for our communities.
We're looking for a passionate and proactive Remediation Resident Engagement Officer to be the trusted link between residents, contractors and internal teams during fire remediation and building safety works. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who thrives on building relationships, resolving complex issues and ensuring residents remain at the heart of every decision.
In this role, you'll act as the primary point of contact for residents throughout their remediation journey, providing reassurance, managing enquiries and complaints, and ensuring people are kept informed every step of the way. Your ability to communicate clearly, demonstrate empathy and build trust will be key to delivering an excellent resident experience.
Working closely with teams across Home Ownership, Housing Management, Asset Management, Legal and Fire Safety, you'll support the delivery of remediation programmes while helping ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements. You'll maintain accurate records, monitor project information, assist with leaseholder and landlord certification processes, and contribute to service improvements through data analysis and resident feedback.
This role would suit someone with experience in housing, resident engagement, leasehold services, property management, customer service or compliance who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and managing a varied workload. You'll be organised, solutions-focused and confident building relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
What you'll bring:
- Excellent customer service and relationship-building skills.
- Experience handling complex enquiries, complaints and escalations.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Confidence maintaining records, databases and compliance documentation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- A proactive, resident-focused approach with great attention to detail.
- Knowledge of housing, leasehold services, compliance or building safety practices would be advantageous.
At Peabody, you'll be part of an organisation committed to creating safe, sustainable communities and delivering outstanding services to residents. Whether you're seeking a permanent opportunity or a fixed-term role, this is your chance to contribute to a high-profile building safety programme while developing your career in a supportive and purpose-driven environment.
Apply today and help us make a lasting difference to residents' lives by ensuring they feel heard, supported and informed throughout every stage of their remediation journey.
This is a regional based role that will cover the South Wales and Bristol area.
Job Role:
As a Senior Community Fundraising Officer for your region, you will manage supporter engagement and activity in your region whilst also supporting the wider team as an example of excellent fundraising and stewardship, leading the team by sharing good practice in your work.
You will have a key position in the Community Fundraising team working with the National Community Fundraising Manager to support with the development of the community fundraising strategy.
Key Responsibilities:
Income Generation and Supporter Engagement
- Lead the development and delivery of community fundraising campaigns and initiatives across the region, driving sustainable income growth through excellent supporter engagement and stewardship
- Build and sustain strong relationships with supporters, volunteers, local groups and external partners to maximise income, participation and long-term engagement
- Work collaboratively with internal teams to deliver compelling fundraising activity and ensure an outstanding supporter experience at every stage of the journey
- Monitor performance against agreed income and activity targets[BB1] , using insight and analysis to identify opportunities, adapt plans and support continuous improvement
Leadership and Planning
- Develop and deliver a robust regional fundraising plan aligned to organisational priorities and income targets
- Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching and support to Community Fundraisers across the region, fostering collaboration, accountability and a culture of high performance
- Champion best practice and contribute senior-level guidance to strengthen fundraising delivery, supporter stewardship and team effectiveness across the region
- Act as a senior representative for the Community Fundraising team at cross-departmental and management meetings when required, including in the absence of the National Community Fundraising Manager
- Build effective internal relationships and contribute to joined-up planning that strengthens organisational impact and maximises opportunities for collaboration
- Represent the charity at key events, meetings and partnership opportunities[BB3] , delivering clear and compelling messages about its work and impact
Budget Management, Reporting and Strategy Development
- Prepare and manage the regional budget, ensuring activity is well planned, cost-effective and aligned with agreed priorities
- Monitor fundraising performance against agreed targets and maintain accurate records, analysis and insight to support effective decision-making
- Contribute to the development and delivery of the wider community fundraising strategy, using regional insight, performance data and supporter feedback to identify opportunities and shape future plans
Working with Others
- Interact with families supported by the charity in a sensitive, compassionate and appropriate manner, respecting confidentiality and recognising the emotional context of their experiences
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across Engagement, Family Services and other teams to maximise organisational impact and deliver joined-up supporter experiences
- Contribute ideas, insight and learning to support continuous improvement across the Engagement Directorate and wider organisation
Knowledge and Experience:
- Significant experience in a fundraising or closely related role, with a strong track record of delivering against income targets
- Line management experience and/or a recognised management qualification
- Experience of developing and delivering regional plans, strategies or project plans, with the ability to balance strategic thinking and operational delivery
- Experience of preparing and managing budgets, monitoring performance and reporting accurately against targets and objectives
- Experience of building and managing positive relationships with a diverse range of supporters, partners and internal stakeholders
- Experience of using insight, performance data and supporter feedback to identify opportunities and support continuous improvement
Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt messaging for different audiences and represent the charity with credibility
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-management skills, with the ability to engage, influence and inspire a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
- Strong leadership and coaching skills, with the ability to support colleagues, foster collaboration and drive high performance
- Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and balance strategic thinking with operational delivery
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and confidence using CRM systems for supporter management and reporting
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret performance information and use insight to inform decisions and identify growth opportunities
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach, with the ability to work independently and take ownership of priorities and outcomes
- A collaborative, inclusive and adaptable approach when working with colleagues, supporters, volunteers, families and external partners
- Able to interact with families in a sensitive, compassionate and appropriate manner, recognising the emotional context of their experiences
- Willingness and ability to work outside normal working hours, including evenings and weekends, and to travel across the wider UK as required





