Business development and fundraising officer jobs
The Relationship Fundraising role will play a significant part in contributing to a high-performing fundraising team. The role will cover the counties of Cambridgeshire, Norfolk & Suffolk.
You will report to the Relationship Fundraising Manager and support the Head of Relationship Fundraising & Volunteering to drive the continued growth of the charity’s fundraising income in your area. You will also be required to show excellent relationship-building skills to support community partnerships and volunteer groups, driving towards agreed targets.
This is a 12-month fixed term contract, or on return of the substantive postholder, to cover a period of maternity leave.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategy, finance, and reporting
· Responsibility for stewardship and relationship building with supporters within the East region.
· Identify and apply for ‘Charity of the Year’ partnerships with corporates in the region, account manage these relationships up to a value of £50,000 per annum and support the Partnership Development Team with national partnerships in your region.
· Support existing volunteer fundraisers to encourage continued loyalty to the charity and to maximise funds raised, in accordance with fundraising legislation and good practice.
· Recruit new fundraising supporters in line with strategy.
· Support the Relationship Fundraising Manager (RFM) and Head of Relationship Fundraising (HORF) in developing the Relationship Fundraising strategy for ARUK to increase income within this stream.
· Support and extend volunteer networks within geographical area in line with strategy.
· To ensure that fundraising activity is implemented and managed to deliver budgets, targets and income in line with strategy. To achieve this by supporting and facilitating the development of groups and volunteers across geographical area.
· Work across a diverse geographical area and within a geographically dispersed team, whilst managing own workload in a cost-effective and proactive way.
Supporter Management
· Provide excellent customer service to fundraising supporters, with prompt responses to enquiries, to acknowledge support and increase long-term loyalty.
· Provide high-quality account management to volunteer groups in geographical area.
· Effective management of volunteer relationships within geographical area.
· Support, motivate and develop local fundraising volunteers, ensuring they have a clear understanding of ARUK to enable them to represent the charity’s work effectively.
· In liaison with the Partnership Development Managers and Partnership Officers, provide high quality account management to corporate supporters within specified geographical area and/or of relevant value.
· Keep up to date with fundraising legislation and codes of practice to be able to provide relevant advice to fundraisers.
· Ensure volunteers and fundraisers have all necessary materials for fundraising initiatives.
Increasing Community Support within geographical area
· Use own initiative to extend volunteer networks, develop new groups and supporters, and respond to fundraising opportunities within geographical area, in line with strategy.
· Manage recruitment process of new ARUK volunteers in geographical area, providing relevant support and training.
· Liaise with local community organisations (predominantly golf clubs) – both previous and new potential supporters – to extend income and activity in line with strategy.
· Provide face-to-face talks and presentations to community organisations for recruitment/ cultivation purposes.
· Arrange appropriate volunteer representation at events in the community, spreading the charity’s reach cost-effectively.
· Identify, research and target prospective community organisations, in liaison with RFM.
· Identify, research and target prospective local corporates in liaison with RFM / HORF and ARUK’s Partnership Development Managers and Partnership Development Officers, in line with strategy.
· Accurately track and record contact with both community and corporate prospects for planning and reporting purposes.
Monitoring and Reporting
· Ensure that your activity is monitored and evaluated, clearly communicating progress to your Relationship Fundraising Manager.
· Manage relevant information on the charity’s database, keeping detailed, up-to-date records of activity and income.
What we are looking for:
· Experience in partnership fundraising and/or relationship building
· Experience and confidence in public-speaking, such as giving presentations and talking at events
· Knowledge of recruiting key volunteers and fundraising supporters
· Experience and a keen interest in building long term relationships with supporters
· Proven ability of providing excellent stewardship
· An ability to manage a busy and varied workload
· Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
· Excellent organisational skills
· Flexibility to work some unsocial hours and willingness to travel independently and Live within East Region
· Full driver’s license with access to own vehicle.
Additional Information:
Ways of working:
Remote - As part of our Remote ways of working you will be home based. You will only need to attend the office for specific requirements of the role and the business needs.
Roles that are classed as part of the Remote ways of working are able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals. This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.
Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD.
Salary: Circa £33,500 per annum, plus benefits, car allowance and associated expenses (if applicable).
Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information.
The closing date for applications is the 16th November 2025, with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At Ambitious about Autism, we are currently looking for a Trust Fundraiser to join our team.
This role will be a key part of our Philanthropy team, working on securing funding from charitable trusts and foundations with the capacity to give up to £30,000. The Philanthropy team is highly regarded, consistently bringing in over half of our organisation's total voluntary income.
You'll research, identify and drive forward new income opportunities, maintain relationships with existing donors and ensure our supporters have an excellent experience through giving to us. You'll deliver high quality, written applications and reports to trusts and foundations, in line with funder deadlines and keep in touch with donors and prospects via phone, virtually and in face-to-face meetings and visits.
We are looking for someone who has:
- The ability to manage a task or project from conception to completion and meeting set deadlines
 - The ability to engage, inspire, manage and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
 - Excellent interpersonal written and verbal communication skills
 - Ability to think creatively and innovatively to generate income in line with the organisational strategy
 - Excellent organisational, prioritisation and time management skills in order to work to tight deadlines in a busy environment
 
In return, we offer great benefits including a generous holiday allowance and commitment to continued professional development (CPD), flexible, hybrid working and more!
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who would like to work for a forward-thinking, open and honest organisation and make a real impact to the young people we work with. Please find our full recruitment pack on the link below.
If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a confidential chat, please contact James Axford, Recruitment Officer.
Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.
Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.
Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.
We stand with autistic children and young people, champion their rights and create opportunities.
                                The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Closing date: 28 November 2025 at 00:00
Development Manager
Purpose of the Role
The Development Manager will play a vital role in expanding The Churchill Fellowship’s income from Trusts, Foundations, and other institutional funders. Working closely with the Development Director, the post holder will identify, cultivate and secure new funding partnerships that support our core Fellowship programme, unrestricted income, and the Activate Programme in line with our organisational priorities.
The postholder will manage the full funder journey, from initial engagement to long-term stewardship, ensuring all relationships are grown and managed professionally and effectively. They will work closely with relevant departments to coordinate proposals, reports, and communications, helping maintain strong connections with funders.
Key responsibilities
Prospecting and Pipeline Development
- Research and identify new potential supporters, primarily from the Trusts & Foundations sector, with some engagement of aligned individuals or family-foundation prospects in conjunction with the wider Development Team.
 
- Support the Development Director in delivering targeted cultivation and engagement strategies to grow new income streams.
 
- Build and maintain a healthy, dynamic pipeline of qualified new business opportunities.
 
- Monitor sector trends to identify emerging supporters and new partnership opportunities
 
Approaches and Proposal Development
- Prepare tailored, persuasive funding proposals, applications, and cases for support, drawing on internal expertise and materials.
 
- Lead on initial engagement with new prospects, coordinating meetings, briefings and follow-up communications.
 
- Manage the cultivation process ensuring prospects receive timely and professional engagement throughout.
 
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure proposals are accurate, evidence-based and aligned with organisational objectives.
 
Relationship Management
- Act as the key contact for donors and funders secured through this role, managing relationships and ensuring continuity of communication.
 
- Work closely with the Development Director, Appeal Director and CEO to coordinate senior-level involvement in funder engagement where appropriate.
 
- Ensure accurate monitoring, evaluation and reporting for all grants, providing timely updates and impact information to funders. Liaise with colleagues across the organisation to identify when and how internal contacts or senior volunteers can support prospect engagement, ensuring this complements any existing relationships or approaches.
 
Internal Collaboration and Systems
- Record all activity in Salesforce, ensuring accurate data capture on all prospect and funder activity.
 
- Contribute to income forecasting and team reporting
 
- Collaborate with colleagues across departments to align fundraising approaches with strategic initiatives, ensuring consistent messaging and shared priorities.
 
General
- Ensure fundraising activity complies with relevant regulations, GDPR, and due diligence processes and ethical fundraising policies
 
- Support Development team events and activities as required, occasionally outside normal working hours.
 
- Undertake any other duties as reasonably required by the Development Director to support the success of the team and organisation.
 
Person Specification
Qualification:
- Degree level or equivalent transferable skills - Desirable
 
Skills and Experience
- 3 - 5 years’ experience in a fundraising, grants or donor facing role, particularly prospecting new funders
 - Proven success in securing funding from Trusts & Foundations or HNWIs, particularly new business (one-off or multiyear grants and repeat grants)
 - Strong experience in research & prospect identification for trusts/foundations or major donors
 - Excellent proposal/application writing, with ability to tailor cases to funder priorities
 - Good interpersonal and communication skills — able to engage funders at senior levels and with colleagues internally
 - Strong organisational skills, managing multiple proposals and deadlines simultaneously
 - Proficiency with CRM systems (preferably Salesforce) and using it to manage pipeline / prospect data
 - Ability to interpret and present information (budgets, impact data, reports) clearly to funders and internal stakeholders
 - Ability to work both independently and in collaboration with senior staff, trustees and senior volunteers
 - Knowledge of fundraising regulations, due diligence and GDPR
 
Personality Characteristics
- Proactive, self-starter with a solution focused approach
 - Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable working in a dynamic environment
 - High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy (important in proposals, budgets, follow-up)
 - Strongly committed to the values, mission and ethos of The Churchill Fellowship
 - Comfort meeting face‑to‑face and representing TCF externally
 - Ability to meet deadlines under pressure and prioritise work effectively
 - Collaborative, dependable and able to work with integrity
 - Willingness to travel occasionally and work flexibly to meet funders.
 
Other
- Some UK based travel required for meetings, presentations etc
 - High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook
 
About our charity
Join us to support people-led change across the UK
We run the Churchill Fellowships, a unique programme that supports UK citizens to find new solutions worldwide for today’s most pressing challenges.
Every year we fund over 100 new Fellows to discover the latest ideas and best practice in any practical issue they care passionately about, anywhere in the world. The topics they explore cover every aspect of society and are often informed by their own lived experience. They meet leading practitioners, encounter cutting-edge projects and gather their findings in a published report. We help share their findings to inspire change in communities, sectors, and fields across the UK.
Fellows tell us that their Fellowship is life-changing, for themselves and for those who benefit from their global learning. These are dedicated and practical individuals with a strong vision of the change they want to see, the knowledge to progress it and the drive to make it happen. As a result, their impact is felt throughout the UK and many go on to be leaders in their fields.
Our unique approach has created a community of thousands of highly effective changemakers working on the frontlines of today’s key issues. At the heart of all this is a simple but enduring concept: we are empowering individuals to learn from the world and transform lives across the UK.
Working for The Churchill Fellowship
Detailed package, benefits and wellbeing package:
- Salary £45,000 per annum
 - Hybrid working policy (minimum of 1-2 days per week in the office)
 - 5 weeks holiday a year, with additional paid leave when the office closes over the Christmas Break
 - 1 weeks paid leave for volunteering
 - Non-contributory pension scheme with 10% employer contribution
 - Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave and pay
 - Employee Assistance Programme
 - Life Assurance
 - Bike purchase salary sacrifice scheme (Cycle2Work)
 
We have embraced the benefits of working from home and at the same time, we value the contribution of face-to-face contact in building teamwork, collaborating with your colleagues, exchanging ideas and know-how, and for work efficiency. We therefore operate a hybrid working policy, where staff can work from home if they wish, however everyone is required to work in the office a minimum of 1 to 2 days a week with Tuesdays as the core day for regular whole team meetings.
Note: unfortunately, we are not currently in a position to offer sponsorship for visas and all applicants will need to have, and be able to prove, the right to work in the UK.
How to apply
Please submit your CV, along with a cover letter using this as an opportunity to tell us a bit more about who you are as a person. As a people centred, relational organisation, we want to understand how you as an individual are going to be a great fit for this role.
Recruitment Process
We hope to meet initially with as many candidates as possible, however where demand is unusually high, we may not be able to meet everyone.
If your skills and experience are relevant to the role, you will likely meet with a member of the HR Team to talk through any questions you may have, and for us to find out a bit more about you.
Once the advertising has closed, we will invite the shortlisted candidates to a formal in-person interview with the view to appointing the Finance Assistant as soon as possible after that.
Equity, diversity and inclusion are core to the values and ethos of the charity’s work across all activities. The Churchill Fellowship is committed to being an inclusive employer with a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible diversity of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. Our office accommodation is accessible throughout.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Earthwatch currently has an exciting opportunity for a Fundraising Officer to join our Income Generation team. You will provide operational support to the team, help maximise revenue and deliver impactful environmental programmes. You will research funding opportunities, write applications and support individual giving campaigns.
ABOUT EARTHWATCH
Earthwatch is an environmental charity with science at its heart. We drive the change needed to live within our means and in balance with nature. We do this by connecting people with the natural world, monitoring the health of our natural resources, and informing the actions that will have the greatest positive impact. At Earthwatch, we believe in the value of creating meaningful connections as a solution to the environmental and social challenges we face. Every person has something to contribute towards a better future. When people feel a sense of belonging, they are equipped with the power to create change towards a more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable world.
Role purpose:
You will provide essential operational support to the Income Generation team, contributing to analytic, administrative, research, reporting, and stewardship tasks. You will assist with specific partnership development including working with funders and landowners. This role is key to helping Earthwatch maximise revenue and deliver impactful environmental programmes.
You will research funding opportunities, write applications, support individual giving campaigns, and maintain CRM records. If you're looking to build fundraising experience across multiple income streams and make a tangible impact on the environment, this could be the perfect role for you. Working as part of a close-knit team you will have vision across all programmes.
 
Responsibilities 
Research & Proposal Writing
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Conduct research into potential trusts and foundations and corporate partners, including horizon scanning reports.
 
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Update databases with funding opportunities relevant to Earthwatch’s projects.
 
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Assist in writing and proofreading funding proposals and applications, alongside the Trusts and Foundations Manager and the Business Development Manager.
 
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Independently write smaller bids and funding requests.
 
Individual Giving & Partnerships
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Support the Individual Giving Manager with campaigns including direct debits, one-off donations, marathon fundraising, and legacies.
 
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Assist the Partnership Development Manager with research and building strategic relationships with local authorities and project sites.
 
CRM & Administration
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Maintain and update contact records in our CRM system (Microsoft Dynamics 365).
 
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Respond to emails in the Fundraising and Development inboxes.
 
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Monitor and report on team progress against objectives and KPIs.
 
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Provide general administrative support to the Income Generation team.
 
Collaboration & Communication
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Build strong relationships internally to understand Earthwatch’s work and articulate it in compelling cases for support.
 
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Work with colleagues to ensure funder requirements are met.
 
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Identify and promote stories and case studies that demonstrate impact.
 
In undertaking these roles, the postholder should also have regard to:
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Acting as an ambassador for the work, vision and values of Earthwatch Europe.
 
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Ensuring continuous development of skills and knowledge required for the post, undergoing training and performance review as required.
 
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Working within all the policies and procedures of Earthwatch Europe, ensuring compliance with health & safety policies and all legal and contractual obligations associated with the post.
 
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Collaborating with other Earthwatch teams to ensure effective delivery of partnership programmes.
 
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Carrying out any other reasonable duties commensurate with the level of responsibility of the post, as requested by the post holder’s line manager.
 
Person Specification
Essential
Knowledge and Experience
- Experience of fundraising
 - Experience of engaging with members of the public
 
Skills and Aptitude
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with attention to detail.
 - Strong relationship-building skills.
 - Experience in managing and meeting deadlines for multiple projects simultaneously.
 - A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
 - Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and ability to create compelling presentations using Canva.
 
Personal Characteristics
- Demonstrable passion for environmental issues and sustainability, with an understanding of the environmental sector.
 - Commitment to Earthwatch Europe’s mission and values.
 - Highly organised, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
 - Creativity and drive to succeed, willing and able to take on exciting new challenges.
 - Flexible and adaptable, able to respond positively to changing priorities and tasks.
 
Desirable
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Experience of working in the charity sector
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Experience of using databases, especially Microsoft Dynamics 365.
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Experience of writing fundraising applications.
 - Experience of working within an environmental organisation
 
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are looking for a bold, creative, and strategic fundraising leader to work alongside the CEO to rebuild and grow our income — securing existing partnerships while opening up new streams of support.
Like many UK charities, Opportunity International has faced a challenging few years. Shifts in government funding, the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, and periods of leadership transition have all affected our income since 2018. Yet, out of this challenge comes great opportunity. We are now entering an exciting phase of renewal — revitalising our brand, re-energising our supporter base, and reimagining how we engage with donors.
Historically, our private income has been driven by generous major donors, and while this will continue to be a core pillar, our strategy is focused on diversification and long-term sustainability. In the short term, we’re deepening our relationships with trusts and foundations and growing our individual giving, particularly through digital channels. Looking ahead, we plan to strengthen our legacy programme and build meaningful corporate partnerships. With our refreshed brand and vibrant new visual identity, we’re well-positioned to reach new audiences and inspire fresh support. Our Royal Patron and emerging ambassadors will help us to do this.
The successful candidate will have the exciting opportunity to help shape our organisational strategy for the next 3–5 years (to be finalised in early 2026) and to lead the design and delivery of a dynamic fundraising and communications strategy. A major appeal or capital campaign is expected to be a cornerstone of this work.
If you'd like to have an informal conversation about this role then please contact Mary Oakes, CEO, to arrange.
Applications should be submitted either through the Charity Jobs portal and include a comprehensive CV and a supporting statement (no more than two pages) summarising why you’re applying and how you meet the person specification.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Mind BLMK works across our communities to support positive mental health and wellbeing. Working closely with a range of partners, we offer a number of activities from our wellbeing centres and local venues to make a difference to the mental health and wellbeing of people in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes, and our aim is to make sure that no-one has to face a mental health problem alone.
Fundraising and Engagement Officer
Post no: 653
Office base: Flitwick
Area covered: Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: £24,790 per annum FTE (£16,750 per annum actual for 25 hours per week)
Hours: 25.0 hours per week, Monday to Friday
About the Role
This exciting Fundraising and Engagement Officer role will be part of the Fundraising and Engagement team to ensure that the delivery of Mind BLMK’s current and future offer of fundraising and engagement are effectively delivered. As the Fundraising and Engagement Officer you will be responsible for supporting the growth of income across individual, major donors alongside community and corporate fundraising.
In this role you will be responsible for implementing and administrating fundraising and engagement activities, supporting inspiring campaigns, optimising stewardship and attending fundraising events.
As the Fundraising and Engagement Officer you will work closely with the fundraising and engagement team in the planning and development of fundraising initiatives. You will monitor and maintain donor and fundraising data in accordance with the organisations policies and procedures. You will be involved in the planning, implementation of PR, communications, media posting, newsletter, AGM and any other appropriate organisational priorities.
You will have a proactive approach in working well on own and in a team and engage with the wider population of Mind BLMK’s workforce and volunteers.
Entitlements/benefits:
- 25 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
 - Auto-enrolment NEST pension scheme (employer contributes 3%, employee contributes 5%)
 - Westfield Health Plan – includes access to everyday healthcare and indemnifies towards the cost of routine health care.
 - Discounts available through Blue Light Card & Tickets for Good
 - In-house and external Learning and Development as appropriate for the role.
 - Flexible Working On request (in line with Mind BLMK policy on Right to Request Flexible Working)
 
If you have a passion for working in mental health and possess the required skills, we would love to hear from you.
Closedown: 5pm on Friday 21st November 2025
Interview date: TBC 
Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert early if enough suitable applicants apply
Start date: Immediate
Interested?
If you would like to find out 'more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
Mind BLMK has been committed to the Mindful Employer charter and the Disability Confident Employer Scheme since 2008.
Please note: Mind BLMK follows Safer Recruitment practices and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Therefore all our roles are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
No agencies please.
Are you a fundraising leader who wants to play a key role in shaping the future of young people across Barnsley?
We're working with Base71 in search for a Head of Fundraising and Communications for their upcoming state-of-the-art Youth Zone, supporting young people discover their passion and purpose.
Salary: £50,000 to £55,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full Time, 37.5 hours per week
Location: Barnsley (with 3 days per week on site)
Benefits: 33 days inclusive of bank holidays, plus Birthday Leave, 3% matched contribution pension, an Employee Assistance Programme.
Culture: Flexible, supportive, able to work with autonomy 
About the Charity
Opening in early 2026, Base71 - Barnsley Youth Zone will be a game-changer for Barnsley, a place where thousands of local young people will come to discover who they are, what they love, and what's possible. It will be the first Youth Zone in Yorkshire, part of the phenomenal OnSide network of national Youth Zones changing lives across the UK.
This is a rare opportunity to be part of something from the ground up, to shape how the local community, business leaders, and key funders connect to and champion this ambitious project. With highly trained youth workers and over 20 activities to try each session, the Youth Zone's purpose is to help young people grow to be happy, healthy and successful adults.
About the Role
Working closely with the Chief Executive and senior leadership team, you'll lead the development and delivery of a bold, creative and high-performing fundraising and communications strategy to generate £1.4m annually.
You'll grow and nurture a portfolio of committed individuals and local businesses (founder patrons). You'll also build new income streams across trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, and major donor giving.
At the same time, you'll oversee all things brand, PR and communications, with a talented Communications Manager in place to help you raise awareness and build strong community relationships ahead of launch and beyond.
This is a leadership role with legacy. You'll inspire Barnsley's business community, philanthropists and champions to believe in and back the potential of their town's young people.
About You
This role would suit a relationship-led fundraising leader who brings energy, creativity and ambition to their work. You'll be a strategic thinker, a compelling communicator, and a natural connector of people and ideas.
We're especially keen to hear from candidates with:
- A proven track record of personally securing five-figure+ gifts from corporates or major donors or equivalent from the commercial sector.
 - Experience building and managing a high-value donor pipeline and stewarding relationships for long-term support.
 - Strong leadership skills - you know how to bring out the best in people, and how to build something special with a small but mighty team.
 - A real passion for youth opportunity, community and levelling the playing field.
 
This is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something genuinely transformational. You'll join at a pivotal time, with the opportunity to shape how this incredible space is funded, understood and embraced by its community.
Please send a copy of your profile or CV to Ellen Drummond at Charity People as the first step if you'd like to find out more.
Deadline: Only because this role has been advertised previously, we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis, so please get in touch as soon as you can. If you feel this might disadvantage you in any way at all, please reach out to Ellen and she'll ensure you don't miss out.
Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater
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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!
Who we are:
Grassroots Suicide Prevention (GSP) is a national charity committed to the timely intervention and prevention of suicide. We work to empower people to help save lives through connecting, educating, and campaigning nationally. Our vision is a future where more lives are saved from suicide.
About the role:
We are looking for a very confident, outgoing go-getter who loves using their gregarious personality to influence and enthuse people to get results but also enjoys being organised with strong admin processes. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who has been involved in influencing organisations, businesses and groups or individuals to organise range of fundraising events, such as gaming, auctions, quizzes, gigs. You will be a part of a small but dynamic marketing and fundraising team and working with an Events and Engagement Officer.
This is a critical role for generating essential funds for the charity. You will love a challenge and be goal orientated. It is a varied role, and you will be someone who loves to multitask; you may be emailing supporters or potential fundraisers, making action plans, promoting, contacting organisations, or attending and speaking at events. You will thrive in this role if you love being organised and doing admin, but love being “out and about” interacting, influencing and motivating people to fundraise for us. Please note that you will need to carry, load up and set-up event materials from our office to events, often on your own. It is essential you have access to transport and must have a full, clean driving licence. We are a very small team, so you will need to have the confidence and willingness to meet with organisations and attend events on your own.
Please reflect that grit and resilience are required for this role given the remote/hybrid working, subject matter, fast-paced and flexible multi-tasking, and the need to be highly goal-oriented and results focused. If you have recently been affected by suicide, please consider carefully if this role would be right for you, as your welfare is the utmost priority, and our work may be triggering.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
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Support and steward existing fundraisers and supporters, helping them maximise their impact by generating income/ donations through organising their own events
 
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Create inspiring digital content and resources to empower and guide fundraisers and donors throughout their journey
 
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Develop our fundraising hub to provide resources and information and encouragement to help participants
 
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Represent Grassroots Suicide Prevention at events, delivering talks and building awareness to attract new donors, supporters and sign-ups to our challenge events
 
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With support of our marketing team, create compelling content for multiple channels, including our website, blog, case studies, social media, and press releases, tailored to diverse audiences
 
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Assist with multiple administrative tasks, such as inputting data into our CRM, check fundraising activities by participants on Just Giving and other activities ensure fundraising targets are being met and the smooth running and of our fundraising team and events
 
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Be in commutable distance of Brighton, so you can come into the head office when required to send out merchandise, collect marketing collateral (including banners, posters, leaflets) to take to events.
 
To be successful in this role, you must be responsive, extremely organised, have attention to detail, be able to meet deadlines, and passionate about seeing growth and progress in your work. You will be determind to exceed your KPIs such as recruitment of fundraisers who will reach their income targets. You will be a dynamic, socially confident person, who excels at winning hearts and minds and thrives on tangible results.
Essential criteria:
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A full clean driving licence and access to suitable transport
 
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Adept at all aspects of Microsoft Office
 
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Experience of influencing people and organisations to come on board and fundraise
 
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Experience of recruiting, motivating and managing volunteers
 
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To have initiative and creative ideas that you can put into effective action
 
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To be socially adept and enjoy persuading and influencing
 
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To be an excellent verbal and written communicator
 
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To be a confident negotiator and presenter
 
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Evidence of being resilient
 
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A genuine passion for the Grassroots Suicide Prevention’s mission and values
 
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To have a positive “can-do” attitude and a thirst to adapt to different tasks and challenges
 
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Examples of working effectively from home and being out and about
 
Bonus points for
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Proven track record of recruiting and supporting fundraisers
 
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Basic skills of creating impactful and on-brand designs using Canva
 
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Understanding of how small but busy charities, on low budgets work and the challenges they face
 
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Understanding of aligning all your work to our brand
 
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Evidence of successful presenting and networking
 
Why Grassroots Suicide Prevention
GSP is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and workplace - a place where we can all be ourselves, and each have the equal opportunity to succeed and be recognised for our unique contribution. We value the experiences, skills and perspectives of all individuals and actively encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds. We make recruitment decisions based on applicants’ skills, experience, and knowledge, ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Our employee benefits include:
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Hybrid/Flexible working – we offer home working and need to travel to the office and attends events/ meetings in the region
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Health Cash Plan and employee assistant programme offering – a contribution to the costs of everyday healthcare needs (dental, optical, wellbeing) and counselling support, plus legal and financial support
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Learning and development opportunities
 
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A creative, caring and collaborative culture that makes a difference in improving mental health and preventing suicide in the communities we serve
 
Applications only: Please send your CV and a covering letter giving examples of how your skills and experience fit the role, with examples of impact and success. Please note that we are looking for a start ASAP, so the selection process begins immediately and will close when we fill the post.
Grassroots Suicide Prevention is in a period of transition and development and the post holder should be aware that their Job Description may evolve to meet the future needs of the Charity.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Prospectus are excited to be working with our client to help them recruit for a Head of Fundraising to join their team. The organisation is dedicated to improving young people’s lives through the power of STEM. They believe great STEM education builds knowledge and skills that are vital for everyone. They lead to great career opportunities and enable young people to become informed, thoughtful citizens who can help address the extraordinary challenges and opportunities we face. They also facilitate the STEM Ambassador programme, enabling 30,000 volunteers from more than 5000 employers to share their enthusiasm and expertise with young people and teachers throughout the UK.
This role is offered on a permanent full-time basis paying a salary between £75,000 to £80,000 per annum with flexible hybrid working arrangements at their London or York office with regular UK business travel and occasional overnight stays.
Reporting directly to the CEO and managing a 5 people-strong team, the Head of Fundraising will lead their major donor, corporate and trust fundraising strategies, focusing on developing long-term, high-impact partnerships to maximise their income and financial sustainability. The role is to drive new donor engagement and secure sustainable, multi-year funding building on their success, whilst accelerating progress to ensure they have the resources and partners to achieve their vision of a world-leading STEM education for every young person across the UK. The postholder will need to bring creativity, curiosity, and an entrepreneurial mindset to identify new opportunities for partnership and funding. This includes developing compelling ways to present and package the organisation’s offer to potential supporters, ensuring a clear case for investment and sustained income growth from corporates, trusts, and eventually high-net-worth individuals.
They are looking for someone with demonstrable track record of success in securing and growing income from a range of sources, including corporates, trusts and foundations, and high-net-worth individuals — delivering six-figure and multi-year partnerships. They are looking for a candidate who is a strong networker, eager to represent the organisation at events and conferences, identifying new opportunities, and staying informed on market trends and developments in the philanthropic and corporate partnership landscape. The ideal candidate will have an entrepreneurial mindset and general knowledge of the STEM education landscape in the UK.
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Firas El Dib at Prospectus.
If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you. 
In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon. 
Role purpose
We are seeking an organised, data-driven, and creative Senior Individual Giving Officer to support the delivery of high-quality fundraising campaigns that inspire new and existing supporters to give. You will play a key role in developing excellent supporter and stewardship journeys that encourage repeat gifts and maximise supporter lifetime value.
You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging direct marketing campaigns across print, digital and email channels, with a particular focus on one-off appeals, regular donations, and incentivised giving products.
Working closely with the Marketing & Campaigns Manager and Marketing & Communications Officer, you will develop audience-led supporter journeys, compelling fundraising copy, and test-and-learn approaches to build lasting supporter relationships and grow income for Southampton Hospitals Charity. You will also support budgeting and performance reporting, analysing campaign results to inform and optimise future activity.
Key tasks and responsibilities
Campaign development and delivery
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Work with the Campaigns & Marketing Manager to plan and deliver a calendar of direct marketing campaigns across print, email, and digital, focused on income generation and donor retention.
 
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Work with the Marketing and Communications Officer to develop compelling, supporter-centred fundraising copy for appeals, donation forms, landing pages, emails, and stewardship content.
 
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Coordinate campaign production, from creative briefing to print and fulfilment, working with suppliers, designers, and mailing house partners as needed.
 
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Lead on campaign timelines and ensure activity is delivered on time and within budget.
 
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Work with colleagues across the charity to gather impactful case studies and project updates for use in donor communications.
 
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Manage and maintain campaign collateral such as templates, thank-you letters, and welcome packs, ensuring brand and message consistency.
 
Supporter journeys & stewardship
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Develop and implement supporter journeys for new and existing individual givers, ensuring timely and relevant follow-ups to donations.
 
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Identify opportunities to improve retention and upgrade rates through targeted communications and segmentation.
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Ensure all donor touchpoints (e.g. donation forms, thank-you pages, emails) provide an excellent experience.
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Collaborate with the Fundraising and Operation teams to ensure donor communications align with wider charity messaging.
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Support fundraising campaigns with tailored communications for regular givers, lottery players, payroll givers, and one-off donors.
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Provide outstanding donor stewardship to foster repeat support and promote additional giving opportunities, including legacy gifts.
 
Data & insight
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Work closely with Database & Insights Officer to segment data and analyse results to inform and feed into longer-term strategic plans to maximise donor lifetime value.
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Regularly track and report on KPIs such as response rate, income, ROI, and donor retention.
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Lead on A/B testing within appeals and digital communications, using results to optimise future campaigns.
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Maintain accurate supporter data and adhere to GDPR, PECR, and fundraising best practices.
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Act as a liaison between fundraising and marketing to ensure coordinated and effective campaigns.
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Ensure all fundraising materials follow brand guidelines and ethical fundraising codes.
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Maintain up-to-date knowledge of fundraising regulations and ensure full compliance with data protection laws, safeguarding donor confidentiality at all times.
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Stay up to date with trends in individual giving and apply learning to test new ideas and improve performance.
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Where needed, provide cover or collaborative support for Marketing and Communications Officer during periods of annual leave.
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Actively engage in personal development and contribute to team learning, innovation, and the sharing of best practices.
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Support the charity’s strategic direction by contributing to a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
 
Collaboration & compliance
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Act as a liaison between fundraising and marketing to ensure coordinated and effective campaigns.
 
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Ensure all fundraising materials follow brand guidelines and ethical fundraising codes.
 
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Maintain up-to-date knowledge of fundraising regulations and ensure full compliance with data protection laws, safeguarding donor confidentiality at all times.
 
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Stay up to date with trends in individual giving and apply learning to test new ideas and improve performance.
 
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Where needed, provide cover or collaborative support for Marketing and Communications Officer during periods of annual leave.
 
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Actively engage in personal development and contribute to team learning, innovation, and the sharing of best practices.
 
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Support the charity’s strategic direction by contributing to a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
 
Person specification
Knowledge and experience
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Experience working in the charity or healthcare sector
 
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An understanding of Individual Giving practices and techniques
 
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Experience delivering multi-channel fundraising or direct marketing campaigns
 
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Familiarity with direct debit, regular giving or payroll giving programmes
 
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Excellent copywriting and editing skills for fundraising appeals
 
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Experience using CRM systems and data segmentation (Beacon preferred)
 
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Ability to manage external suppliers, designers and/or printers
 
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Understanding of GDPR, Fundraising Regulator guidance, and supporter consent
 
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office and online marketing platforms (e.g. Mailchimp, Google Analytics)
 
Skills, abilities, and behaviours
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Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail
 
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Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines
 
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Highly numerate with the ability to analyse large data to optimise future campaigns
 
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Strong organisational skills with a proactive, problem-solving approach
 
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Ability to work independently and as part of a close-knit team
 
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Comfortable working collaboratively across departments
 
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Empathy and understanding of supporter motivations and behaviour
 
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Commitment to the values and goals of Southampton Hospitals Charit
 
We are a leading healthcare charity dedicated to enhancing patient care and experience at University Hospital Southampton
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Who we are:
Muslim Aid is a UK faith-based international development organisation that provides support to communities around the world affected by disasters, conflict, or endemic poverty without regard to their social, religious, or ethnic background.
Established in 1985, Muslim Aid has facilitated the engagement of the British Muslim and non-Muslim community in support of its work in a variety of ways. Over the years, its humanitarian work has included responses to major crises around the world including, famine in East Africa, earthquakes and flooding in Pakistan and Bangladesh as well as conflicts in Syria and Yemen.
We place strong emphasis on long-term development projects that build the capacity of local people to help themselves. In addition to the 5 country offices worldwide we also work with multiple partner offices focusing on sustainable Development Programmes and providing humanitarian relief during times of crisis.
Summary of the role:
The Content & Copywriting Officer will involve developing engaging content for our social media channels, website blogs, and news section, as well as collaborating with the Search Engine Optimisation Officer to optimise copy for improved visibility and reach. You will play an important part in telling Muslim Aid’s story, inspiring our supporters, and helping to drive donations through impactful and well-crafted messaging.
About the Role:
- Develop compelling, engaging, and audience-focused content for social media platforms, blogs, news updates, and campaigns.
 - Collaborate with the SEO Officer on the production of keyword-optimised copy for landing pages, appeals and campaign content.
 - Develop storytelling pieces that highlight Muslim Aid’s projects, beneficiaries, and impact.
 - Review written content for accuracy, consistency and alignment with Muslim Aid’s tone of voice and brand guidelines.
 - Collaborate with the programmes, fundraising and communications teams to deliver content that supports appeals and organisational goals.
 
About You:
You must currently hold the right to work in the UK. Muslim Aid is not offering sponsorship for this role
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Proven experience in content writing, copywriting, or digital communications.
 - Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with attention to detail.
 - Experience writing for social media, websites, and blogs.
 - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise with a variety of stakeholders and employees at all levels.
 - Strong research skills and ability to generate creative, compelling content ideas.
 
Why you should apply:
Join Muslim Aid as a Content & Copywriting Officer and use your creativity to tell stories that inspire change. You’ll craft impactful, optimised content that connects supporters to our mission and drives donations. If you’re passionate about storytelling and making a difference, apply now to help shape Muslim Aid’s voice and impact.
Benefits you will enjoy working for us:
- 25 days annual leave + 4 Privilege days
 - Hybrid working
 - Paid time off for medical appointments
 - 2 hours lunch break on Fridays
 - Time off in Lieu (TOIL)
 - Pension Scheme
 
How to apply:
To apply please submit your cover letter (no more than 1 page) and CV and a portfolio of your work.
Applications will be accepted until the closing date. However, please note that Muslim Aid may conduct interviews and progress with the selection process on a rolling basis, with the aim of appointing a suitable candidate as soon as possible.
Corporate Partnerships Development Manager FT £40,000 remote
Are you passionate about building meaningful partnerships that transform girls' lives? We're looking for a strategic and energetic Corporate Partnerships Development Manager to grow our corporate income at GFS. You'll develop existing and secure new long-term, values-aligned partnerships, lead on employee fundraising and challenge events, and shape our annual fundraising campaigns including International Day of the Girl and International Women's Day.
About Girls Friendly Society
Established in 1875, GFS is one of the oldest UK registered charities working to support girls and young women. We believe in challenging gender inequality by empowering girls and young women. We achieve this by providing groups and opportunities for girls and young women to build friendships, gain confidence, and learn that they are unstoppable. We deliver a programme of activities designed to develop socio-emotional skills such as confidence, self-esteem, emotional wellbeing, and resilience, and recruit and train women volunteers to run those activities in a space designed for girls and young women. We prioritise working in areas of disadvantage.
Why Join Us?
At GFS, we believe in creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where our team can thrive. As part of our organisation, you'll enjoy:
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Remote working with annual in-person opportunities to connect with colleagues 25 days annual leave (pro rata), plus bank holidays
 
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Long service leave after two years
 
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GFS Pension Scheme with 7.5% employer contribution
 
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We embrace flexible working and support our employees to work in ways that suit their individual circumstances and responsibilities.
 
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24-hour access to Employee Assistance Programme
 
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Season ticket loan
 
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Annual EDI Learning Days
 
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Study time and personal training budget to support your professional development
 
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
GFS is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from marginalised communities including Black, Asian and minoritised ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ individuals, disabled people, and those from underrepresented groups.
As part of our commitment to equitable recruitment, we guarantee interviews for candidates from marginalised communities who meet the essential criteria for the role. We are also committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace. If you require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure an accessible and inclusive process.
Key Dates
· Closing date: Noon, Tuesday 11th November 2025
· First Stage Interviews: Tuesday 25th &Thursday 27th November 2025
· Second Stage Interviews: Wednesday 10th December 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you a committed and passionate Fundraising professional who wants to make a genuine impact? Do you thrive on thinking creatively and have a proven track record in generating income and co-ordinating successful events and schools/community fundraising support?
If so, we would love to meet you!
St Andrew’s Hospice is looking for an inspiring and results focused Schools and Community Fundraiser to join our Schools and Community Fundraising Team.
Who are we?
At St Andrew’s Hospice we provide compassionate, specialist palliative care to those with life-limiting illnesses; ensuring dignity, comfort, and support for our patients and their families. Every year, our hospice touches hundreds of lives, and every donation we receive helps us to deliver this care. Now, more than ever, we need a strategic leader to grow and diversify our income streams, making our work possible for years to come. If you are ready to bring your energy, creativity, and expertise to a role with purpose, we would love to hear from you.
What is the role?
As the Schools & Community Fundraiser, you will be working as part of the Fundraising Team to meet organisational income targets. You will have responsibility for the co-ordination, organisation, and evaluation of existing schools fundraising events within agreed levels of income & expenditure.
You will be expected to foster and grow our links with educational establishments, the wider community across Lanarkshire and 3rd party supporters. This will involve working with all Lanarkshire Nurseries, Primary & Secondary schools, to raise awareness of the Hospice, fundraising and our role in the community. You will be required to maximise and grow the income generated from all fundraising activities related to schools and community fundraising.
In addition to your own workload, you will support the work of the fundraising department with other fundraising initiatives as directed..
What we expect of you?
· Experience working within a fundraising/sales role
· Proven experience of working to income related targets.
· Experience of liaising with young people in a formal or informal setting.
· As an important part of the Hospice team, you will also deliver Hospice educational presentations to schools & community groups that will range from three or four individuals to classes, full school assemblies or School awards nights, across all age groups
· A proven track record of success when working individually and as part of a team.
· Flexibility as occasional evening and weekend work will be required
Let's make a meaningful impact together! Your support ensures that our hospice continues to provide comfort and care to those facing life-limiting illnesses.
What can you expect from us?
We recognise that to continue to provide excellent care and services to patients and families, we need an amazing team around us. To attract, retain and reward our people, our benefits include:
· A warm and supportive working environment
· Competitive Salaries
· Generous Annual Leave Entitlement
· Induction Programme
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Counselling Services
· Occupational Health
· Contributory Pension Scheme
· Hybrid & Flexible Working Practices
· Ongoing Learning & development opportunities
· NHS Staff Benefits Scheme
For an application pack, the hospice employee benefits booklet and further information please go to our website
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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!
Job overview
The role will focus on growing the value of funding from large trusts and foundations globally, as well as from corporate foundations and institutional funders via consortium partnerships with larger conservation actors.
The role will oversee grant and contract management with existing organisational and institutional partnerships, as well as grow this portfolio through developing a robust pipeline of new opportunities, finding creative ways to secure visibility and first meetings, developing relationships, compelling funding applications and ensuring strong contract management oversight.
The role will lead a team of two, work collaboratively with fundraising colleagues based in the US and UK to secure visibility with and develop strong long-term partnerships with new Trusts and Foundations; and work closely with colleagues in Kenya to ensure strong project delivery and grant management. Responsibilities include:
- Lead the implementation of the Trusts & Foundations (T&Fs) programme with a particular focus on growing the portfolio of large T&Fs in the USA, UK and European markets;
 - Work with fundraising colleagues across priority markets and with communications colleagues, using innovative and proactive approaches to business development and relationship building to unlock visibility opportunities and develop relationships with new prospects; in order to develop and maintain a strong pipeline of high-value funding opportunities.
 - Continue to oversee the current ‘programme funding’ portfolio which includes existing institutional funding partnerships and corporate foundation relationships in Kenya, ensuring that ongoing and new opportunities where they exist are capitalised on.
 - Collaborate closely with and provide technical expertise to Ol Pejeta’s Project Implementation function in Kenya to develop and embed ‘programme funding’ systems, policies, processes, to ensure that the organisation works to the highest standards in grant management;
 - Oversee collaboration and co-working with Ol Pejeta’s Programme teams and other colleagues to ensure high quality project design content is translated into technical proposals and budgets for donors;
 - Work closely with Kenya’s implementation function to support strong project delivery and contract management.
 - As a Head of, actively contribute to team and department objectives through decision making and action on planning, budgeting, monitoring and reporting.
 
Key Activities
- Support the Chief Fundraising Officer with overall strategy development, implementation and adaptation;
 - Work closely with the Chief Fundraising Officer to ensure operational and budget planning, management and reporting of resources;
 - Oversee the T&F team’s operational planning processes, annual reporting and core performance monitoring;
 - Strategic coordination of multiple stakeholders in proposal development processes (programme experts, internal stakeholders, partners and donors);
 - Build strong relationships across all departments of the organisation and with existing and new partners;
 - Support the recruitment process/selection/appointment of fundraising staff across the department.
 
Strategic leadership delivery and management of Trusts and Foundations priority in the global fundraising strategy.
- Develop and implement tactics for T&Fs that support Ol Pejeta to meet its overall strategic objectives;
 - Ensure that the relevant parts of the Fundraising strategy, planning and practice is adaptive to both internal and external changes and that the team adopts innovative approaches to its work;
 - Effectively integrate T&F team objectives and outcomes into wider Ol Pejeta income targets and programme priorities.
 
Business development and management
- Proactively cultivate relationships with key prospects, donors and partners (with particular focus on US, UK and European markets);
 - Network both internally and externally to ensure relevant stakeholder participation and intelligence gathering in various fora;
 - Lead and coordinate proposal development, including budgeting, with programme teams and finance;
 - Collaborate with Ol Pejeta’s communications and marketing department to ensure communication activities appeal to donor interests, promote our partnerships and help to position Ol Pejeta as a partner of choice;
 - Research and share trends and intelligence on T&Fs, and develop relationships that strategically position the organisation to mobilise resources from new and existing donors.
 
Support effective grant & risk management and compliance
- Support the development and implementation of improved business policies to facilitate improved management of and accountability for T&F funding and other larger institutional partnerships;
 - Provide quality assurance and technical backstopping on reporting and general compliance, in line with organisational and donor requirements;
 - Guide the negotiation of strategic grants/contracts to ensure the organisation signs up to appropriate contractual requirements;
 - Advise on the interpretation and application of donor rules, regulations, processes and procedures;
 - Provide guidance and capacity building on grant cycle management to colleagues across the organisation.
 
People Management, Financial Management and Departmental contributions
- Provide inductions to staff across the organisation on T&Fs and institutional funding opportunity;
 - Build, motivate and effectively collaborate with teams remotely;
 - Conduct probationary reviews and annual performance management reviews for direct line management staff;
 - Support the Chief Fundraising Officer to have oversight of the team budget lines;
 - Work collaboratively with colleagues in the global fundraising team based in different geographical locations
 - Contribute to overall departmental processes and initiatives;
 - Act within the parameters set by the organisation on financial policies and procedures.
 
Capacity Building and Knowledge Management
- Ensure effective cross-functional collaboration to strengthen fundraising and grant management skills across the organisation;
 - Oversee the development and maintenance of information systems and tools for sharing donor policies and guidelines, funding opportunities and best practice across the organisation;
 - Keep pace with international developments and engage with other INGOs to keep abreast of opportunities and global trends in T&F fundraising.
 
Education, Language & Qualifications
- Bachelors or equivalent in a relevant field preferably Fundraising / International Development;
 - Excellent verbal and written communication with fluency in English;
 - Language skills in Swahili and German advantageous.
 
Essential Knowledge, skills and Experience
- Relevant experience working in an international NGO or philanthropy environment with diverse workforce;
 - Experience in Trusts & Foundation fundraising across international markets;
 - Demonstrated experience cultivating and managing relationships with trusts and foundation donors (or others) to secure six figure grants;
 - Substantial experience cultivating and managing donor and stakeholder relationships;
 - Exceptional interpersonal, influencing and negotiation skills with demonstrable proactivity in business development;
 - Strong technical proposal writing and budget skills;
 - Strong ability to manage staff and influence team members remotely;
 - Ability to manage and facilitate complex projects and processes;
 - Experience working on the African continent with a deep knowledge of conservation and community development;
 - Willingness to travel internationally as required;
 - Willingness to be on call for donor enquiries out of hours.
 
Desirable Knowledge, skills and Experience
- Tendering and project management experience;
 - Knowledge of conservation finance including the biodiversity credit market;
 - Personal network of contacts and relationships in T&Fs;
 - Experience in developing complex institutional funding bids;
 - Understanding of developments in alternative finance for conservation;
 
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Barnardo's is seeking an experienced and collaborative leader to join our Fundraising & Marketing Directorate as Interim Head of Individual Giving. This is a pivotal senior management role, responsible for leading a team delivering a supporter and data focused fundraising programme, inspiring the public to donate, do more and build loyalty through authentic and compelling communications aligned to Barnardo's strategy. It is a critical income stream—raising over £13 million annually.
About the Role
As Head of Individual Giving, you will lead a high-performing team of fundraising specialists across regular giving, cash, raffle, lottery, and legacy marketing. You will support in the development of the long term growth plan, work in inter disciplinary teams on campaign development and delivery supporting your team in this new way of working and be responsible for executing the plan so that it drives growth in acquisition, retention, and lifetime value of supporters.
You will play a key role in the Fundraising & Marketing Leadership Team, contributing to the development of the charity's overarching fundraising & marketing strategic plan and embedding a culture that strives for excellence, focuses on continual improvement, and delivers in collaboration with others.
This is a role for a experience professional who can translate insight into action, lead complex programmes with agility, and inspire teams to deliver outstanding results.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership: Support the development of a Fundraising & Marketing growth plan and deliver a multi-year Individual Giving programme that supports sustainable income growth and deepens supporter engagement.
 
- Programme Oversight: Lead the planning, delivery, and optimisation of multi-channel fundraising campaigns, ensuring they are data-driven, audience-centric, and aligned with Barnardo's brand values.
 
- Financial Stewardship: Manage a multi-million-pound income and expenditure budget, with responsibility for forecasting, contingency planning, and risk mitigation.
 
- Cross-Organisational Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues across Digital, Brand & Marketing, Supporter Care, Services and Compliance, Supporter Data & Insight, Communications and Children's Services to deliver integrated campaigns and a seamless supporter experience.
 
- Insight led continual improvement: Embed a culture of test-and-learn, using market intelligence, segmentation, and performance data to inform strategic decisions and drive continuous improvement.
 
- Leadership & People Development: Lead and develop a large team of direct and indirect reports, fostering a high-performance culture and supporting professional growth.
 
About You
You are a senior fundraising professional with:
- A proven track record in strategic planning and delivery within a large, complex organisation.
 
- Extensive experience in direct marketing and individual giving, with demonstrable success in income growth and supporter engagement.
 
- Strong financial acumen and experience managing substantial budgets.
 
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
 
- A collaborative mindset and the ability to influence at all levels.
 
- A commitment to Barnardo's values and a passion for making a difference in the lives of children and young people.
 
Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.
Pay & Reward Framework
We know that our colleagues go above and beyond in delivering our vital work, driven by their passion and commitment to Barnardo's values. We also know that we can only realise our ambitions and achieve better outcomes for more children, thanks to the talent, hard work and creativity of our people.
For all these reasons, we are committed to a new approach to pay and reward, to ensure it is fair, attractive and progressive, which was rolled out in April 2023. This is a positive change for the charity, and a part of our People & Culture Strategy. It will assist us in supporting colleagues to belong, thrive and grow in their colleague journey at Barnardo's and in time will offer clear routes of progression for colleagues in both their career and their pay.
Whilst the full pay band and salary range is advertised, our approach to starting salaries is to appoint between the minimum to mid-point of the pay band – this ensures that pay steps are available to reward our colleagues annually based on their contribution to excellence and alignment to our values and behaviours. More details on Barnardo's pay framework can be found upon application.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                
                        

                    
                        
                        
                        
                        
                        
                        
                        
                        
                        
                        
                        
                        
