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FUNDRAISING ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Job description and person specification
Imagine being told that you, or someone you love, is losing their sight. In that moment, two profound questions demand urgent answers:
• Can this be stopped?
• How will I live my life?
Currently, research into preventing and treating sight loss is chronically underfunded, receiving a mere 1.2% of publicly funded health research grants: people who are blind or vision impaired are three times more likely to experience loneliness and isolation than the general population.
We find and fund the brilliant minds and bright ideas that put change in sight. Our researchers are at the forefront, making breakthroughs and discoveries that will prevent, treat and cure eye disease. The partnerships we build and initiatives we support are changing life for blind and vision impaired people.
We are Fight for Sight: we won’t stop until we: Save Sight. Change Lives.
We have a clear ambition and have the support of well-respected and highly engaged ambassadors. We are now looking for experienced, committed, and creative individuals to join our dynamic team to help realise a new five-year growth strategy. If you want to be part of something impactful, we’d love to hear from you.
The Fundraising Administrative Assistant forms an integral part of our Fundraising Team. We are looking for a driven, committed, and creative individual to join our dynamic team as we devise and launch a new five-year strategy. You’ll be part of something impactful and a key support within the fundraising team.
The Fundraising Administrative Assistant will play a crucial role in the future growth of our charity and the impact that we can achieve through partnerships for people with sight loss. You will be a key part of a growing fundraising team providing support across the team.
Responsible to: Individual Giving Manager
Direct reports: None
Working hours and contract: This is a permanent full-time role (35 hours per week). We will consider part-time and flexible working arrangements.
Salary: £25,000 - £26,500 (depending on experience)
Location: Central London with some remote working. A minimum of two days required in the office, 50 Leman Street, London E1 8HQ.
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a covering letter, with the subject header: Fundraising Administrative Assistant application to our recruitment inbox
Your covering letter should include a supporting statement (max two pages) comprising why you think you are an ideal candidate for the role, what applicable experience you’ll bring and why you want to work for Fight for Sight?
Closing date for applications: Thursday, 9 July 2026 at noon
Early applications are encouraged. We will be shortlisting on a rolling basis; therefore, we will close the vacancy as soon as we have found the right candidate.
Interview dates: 16-17 July 2026 (TBC)
The interview process is as follows:
• 1st Interview: Online with recruiting manager and fundraising colleague.
• 2nd Interview and an informal meeting with colleagues: Face to face in London E1 8HQ with line manager and other members of the fundraising team on Wednesday, 22 July (TBC)
Role Responsibilities
Supporter Development team
• Support the Individual Giving Managers and Legacy Giving Manager with day-to-day communications with our donor base, including timely database administration to capture communication preferences and personal details.
• Support the Database team with data and financial processes, including recording and batching donations, generating reports, contributing to supporter journeys and reconciling income.
• Liaise with design and print suppliers to source quotes and deliver appeals and other campaigns.
• Support the Supporter Development team in-person in the office, with the processing of direct marketing appeal responses, including banking of donations and sending thank you letters.
• Work with the Individual Giving Managers to implement supporter journeys to encourage further support to the organisation.
• Support the Individual Giving Managers in building emails using the charity’s email marketing platform.
Philanthropy team
• Use a CRM database to effectively administer and manage event and community enquiries and activities.
• Work with the Events and Community team to send out literature and parcels to community groups and event participants in an efficient and timely manner.
• Support with logistics for virtual and in-person events as required.
• Work with suppliers to order new fundraising materials. Be responsible for managing and replenishing fundraising merchandise and stock.
• Helping the team to source prizes and goods for community and challenge events.
• Provide financial admin support to the Philanthropy team including batching and reconciling incoming payments.
• Provide general administration support across the Philanthropy team as required, including printing and posting items.
• Update the database and provide CRM reports as required.
Wider fundraising
• Answering inbound calls as part of the head office call team, at least three days per week, and responding to or triaging enquiries to be resolved in a timely manner.
• Support the Supporter Care Officer in dealing with external enquiries and managing internal post, including sorting incoming post and organising outgoing fundraising post from head office.
• Provide general administration support across the fundraising team as required.
• Be responsible for the fundraising team’s 1Password folder, ensuring it is consistently updated.
• To work in compliance with the Fundraising Regulator’s Code of Practice and data protection legislation.
Person specification
Desirable skills, knowledge & experience
• Excellent communicator in formal and informal communications, both verbally and in writing, to all stakeholders.
• Proven ability to engage, inspire and enthuse a range of supporters.
• A commitment to undertake training where required and an enthusiasm for new challenges and experiences.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport.
• Strong project management and prioritisation skills.
• IT literate with experience of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook, and databases.
• A commitment to our values: Together we are bold, tenacious, informed and optimistic.
• Experience of using a CRM database to support relationship management.
• Understanding of the charity sector and associated fundraising technique.
Personal qualities
• An understanding of and commitment to blind and vision impaired people.
• A passion for fundraising and wanting to make a difference. Someone who is keen to succeed and keen to demonstrate their abilities.
• Highly organised with the ability to juggle several deadlines at the same time.
• Positive, confident and enthusiastic.
• The ability to use initiative, common sense and solve problems.
• Self-motivated, team worker with ability to work autonomously as required.
• Willingness to work flexibly where required.
• Approachable, creative, ‘can-do’ attitude.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Happy and comfortable with managing day-to-day routine administrative tasks, in addition to prioritising ad hoc tasks when required
• A growth mindset.
Flexibility
The role description is a general outline of duties and responsibilities and may be amended as we grow. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties as may be reasonably required from time to time.
Important note: All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we do not have a sponsoring license for non-UK employees which means that if you do not have a current, valid UK working permit, please do not apply, as we will not be able to consider your application.
Employee benefits
We value our staff and volunteers and want to make sure that they are supported in their work. Other benefits we also offer are:
• A great team and a supportive culture
• Employer pension contributions matching up to 10%, and death in service cover
• Generous parental leave
• Flexible/hybrid working options
• Apprenticeships scheme, study leave and financial support for training & development
• Cycle to work scheme, eye test vouchers, and a staff loan scheme, access to an Employee Assistance Program
• An active Social Committee and staff events
Application & Interview process
See above (page 2) for How to Apply. Please note that we value the authenticity and individuality of our applicants and believe that your CV and cover letter should reflect your unique skills, experiences, and personality.
Successfully shortlisted applicants will be invited to interview online via MS Teams.
Accessibility
We believe in fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals, regardless of their abilities or circumstances, feel supported and valued. If you have any accessibility requirements or specific needs that you would like us to accommodate during the application process, please let us know. If you are unfamiliar with MS Teams and would like to familiarise yourself with the platform before the interview, we are more than happy to arrange a tech run-through to ensure your comfort and confidence.
Equal opportunities, diversity & inclusion
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Fight for Sight we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every item in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles that we have.
We have an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, including any adjustments required to support people from diverse community groups.
Save Sight. Change Lives. At Fight for Sight, we fund world-class research that helps us better understand, diagnose, prevent and treat vision loss.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The purpose of this role is to develop incredible relationships with new and existing fundraising supporters within your region helping them to network, influence and fundraise to have a significant impact on the work of the charity. Through your network and creating new opportunities you will increase income in your region across multiple income streams including Education, Individuals, In Memory Supporters and Community Organisations.
To be successful in this role you will:
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Have previous experience in income generation – leading and inspiring networks in order to generate long term income and partnerships
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Be self-motivated, independent, and target-driven
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Possess a natural confidence in talking to people and encouraging their support.
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Have excellent communication and relationship building skills - be friendly, approachable, inspiring and engaging
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Full clean driving license, with access to a car
Principle Responsibilities
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Proactively recruit high-calibre supporters, volunteers, and community groups, inspiring and leading these networks to generate sustainable income
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Manage a portfolio of regional donors, ensuring excellent stewardship and long-term engagement. Enabling supporters to maximise their fundraising potential
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Monitor and report on income, expenditure, and key performance indicators, including volunteer recruitment and event registrations, managing an income budget of approximately £600k PA.
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Deliver presentations and pitches to schools, community organisations, and businesses.
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Act as “the face of BWCHC” within your region, developing and acquiring meaningful, long-term relationships
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Grow and strengthen volunteer and ambassador programmes in line with charity processes and procedures. Enhance fundraising volunteers’ skills to act on behalf of the Charity
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Spend at least 50% of your time working within your region. Plan effectively, develop fundraising products, and collaborate with colleagues across departments to ensure excellent donor stewardship.
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Maintain strong communication and collaboration across the fundraising department and hospital, balancing relationships effectively while working remotely.
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Drive the regional fundraising strategy with energy and creativity, identifying and nurturing long-term supporter relationships to secure sustainable fundraising and volunteering opportunities.
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To be part of a project or appeal working group, such as Christmas, In Memory Fundraising or Facebook Challenges ensuring all information is shared across the team
What we offer:
- Flexible and hybrid working to support work-life balance
- Generous annual leave entitlement with additional leave for long service
- Enhanced sick pay
- Enhanced Maternity Pay
- Employee Assistance Program and Lifestyle Savings
- Free flu jabs
- Cycle to work scheme
- Charity events throughout the year
- Employer enhanced auto-enrolment pension scheme with 8% employer contribution
- Ongoing commitment to education and professional development
The Charity is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
Successful candidates will have access to vulnerable beneficiaries therefore the role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.
If you think you have the qualities we are looking for and the desire to contribute, please download the Job Vacancy Pack and then send us a CV and covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria for the role and making clear why you would like to be considered for it.
Making A Difference

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Assistant Shop Manager
Reporting to: Shop Manager
£26,848 - £28,492
37.5 hours per week
Huyton, Liverpool
We are looking for a passionate, ambitious Assistant Charity Shop Manager to join our team to help manage one of our successful charity shops.
As an Assistant Shop Manager for Alder Hey Children’s Charity, you will work alongside the Shop Manager to deliver sales, Gift Aid and profit targets to generate income for our charity. You will support the Shop Manager by leading and developing a diverse shop team, including volunteers, always demonstrating our Charity Values of:
- Courage
- Together
- Passion
- Magic
The Assistant Shop Manager will be an integral part of the wider Charity team.
You will play a vital role in supporting the Shop Manager to lead, motivate, and develop a team of dedicated employees and volunteers, fostering strong community engagement and maximising the shop’s impact. This includes encouraging and harnessing the gifts of time from volunteers, goods from donors, and income from customers. As a visible and active ambassador for Alder Hey Children’s Charity on the high street, you will ensure the shop reflects the Charity’s values and purpose in all that it does. You will also support and assist with van collections and deliveries, to ensure the smooth and efficient transport of donated goods, while representing the Charity with enthusiasm and professionalism.
Income generation
- Work with the Shop Manager to maximise sales and profits ensuring weekly targets are met.
- Support the team to maximise income from Gift Aid on donated products.
- Support the team to maximise income via our online platforms.
- Support van deliveries and collections, including arranging schedules and assisting on the van when required to meet operational needs and support the team.
- Work with the wider Charity team to promote and support fundraising activities and events.
- Explore ways to maximise sales via events, donation drives, pop-up shops etc.
- Cash up the till at the end of shift and ensure banking documents are completed. Investigate any discrepancies and report them to the Manager.
- Support with ensuring the money is ready and accessible for cash collection.
- Open and close the shop at the appropriate times.
Volunteers
- Support and management of a team of volunteers.
- Proactively recruit, manage and retain a diverse team of volunteers, utilise their skill sets and motivate them to deliver great customer service and perform tasks in-line with charity standards.
- Maximise the shop’s opening hours and ensure the shop is open and managed by the shop team in the absence of the Shop Manager.
- Help to provide and support ongoing training and development for volunteers.
- Work and treat employees, volunteers and stakeholders in accordance with the Charity’s values.
Health & Safety (in conjunction with Shop Manager)
- Ensure the shop adheres to Retail Health and Safety regulations.
- Implement good Health and Safety practices to help protect employees, volunteers, and customers.
- Help to ensure employees and volunteers are trained in manual handling.
- Help maintain the cleanliness of the shop and behind the scenes areas.
Stock Control (in conjunction with Shop Manager)
- Ensure continuous, sufficient levels of high-quality stock.
- Be responsible for deliveries and stock controls.
- Ensure stock is appropriate to the business and priced accordingly.
- Maintain a rigorous process of stock rotation, ensuring rotation within expiry dates.
- Ensure visual merchandising is a high priority, with products featured prominently in window displays.
Customer Service
- Be professional, patient and have a ‘people-first’ approach to customer services.
- Be committed to the principles of equality, diversity, and collaborative working.
- Set high standards of cleanliness, display and merchandising.
- Establish quality standards, consumer safety and ensuring continuity.
- Play a key role in enabling the shop to represent the Charity’s values.
Other Duties
- Be an outstanding advocate for Alder Hey Children’s Charity in line with the core values of the organisation.
Any other reasonable duties as required by your line manager.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Shop Manager
Reporting to: Retail Support Manager
£27,941 - £30,840
37.5 hours per week
Huyton, Liverpool
As a Shop Manager for Alder Hey Children’s Charity, you will deliver sales, Gift Aid and profit targets to generate income for our charity. You will empower and lead a diverse shop team, including volunteers, always demonstrating our Charity Values of:
- Courage
- Together
- Passion
- Magic
The Shop Manager will be an integral part of the wider Charity team.
Income Generation
- Accountable for the shop’s performance in relation to all sales targets and Gift Aid targets and KPI’s. Ensuring that the results are communicated to the shop team and that all staff and volunteers are aware of, understand and are working to meet/exceed the agreed targets and KPI’s.
- Actively drive stock generation through community engagement and donor relationships
- Ensure maximum stock availability through effective stock control and shop replenishment.
- Continually review the rotation, quality, and replenishment of stock in order to maximise sales.
- Achieve the optimum price point for all stock items and promotional merchandise for seasonal and window themes, following the principles of Alder Hey Children’s Charity price guidelines.
- Provide direction and support to shop staff to actively promote Gift Aid in order to maximise contributions from donations.
- Identify local market and business development opportunities for performance improvement.
- Explore ways to maximise sales via events, donation drives, pop-up shops etc.
- Support the team to maximise income via our online platforms.
- Make commercial decisions to drive profitability of the shop.
- Present and maintain the highest standards of shop merchandising and visual layout.
- Support van deliveries and collections, including arranging schedules and assisting on the van when required to meet operational needs and support the team.
- Prepare and complete all shop administration inclusive of cash handling and banking functions to the highest standard, accurately and on time, always adhering to Policies and Procedures.
- Plan and organise daily workload throughout the shop in a way that ensures efficiency.
- Maintain an appropriate income/expense budget e.g., petty cash in accordance with the set targets to maximise the profitability of the shop.
- Seek, utilise and analyse management information including EPOS data to manage shop performance, seizing opportunities for improvement.
- Work with the wider Charity team to promote and support fundraising activities and events.
Staffing and Volunteers
- Create an inclusive environment where staff, volunteers and customers are treated with dignity, respect and fairness
- Line management of Assistant Shop Manager and team of volunteers.
- Proactively recruit, manage and retain a diverse team of volunteers, utilise their skill sets and motivate them to deliver great customer service and perform tasks in-line with charity standards.
- Maximise the shop’s opening hours and ensure the shop is open and managed by the shop team in the managers absence.
- Accountable for planning the shop rota, including both shop staff and volunteers to ensure cover at all times.
- Ensures that the new staff members and volunteers are provided with the appropriate induction process and training for their role.
- Provide and support ongoing training and development.
- Train and develop shop staff and volunteers in customer service standards, operating standards and retailing skills.
- To work and treat staff and stakeholders in accordance with the Charity’s values
- Ensure all Security, Health and Safety policies and procedures are adhered to in order to provide a safe and secure shop environment for staff, volunteers, customers and charity assets.
- Provide regular and relevant training for staff and volunteers in Health and Safety, maintain legal compliance at all times.
Customer Service
- Be passionate about delivering the highest level of shop standards, cleanliness, display and merchandising.
- Exceed customer expectations by providing excellent quality service.
- Seek out new opportunities to make a real difference our customers experience.
- Make a positive impact within the local community.
- Play a key role in enabling the shop to represent the Charity’s values
Other Duties
- Be an outstanding advocate for Alder Hey Children’s Charity in line with the core values of the organisation.
- Be an active and supportive member of the Alder Hey Children’s Charity team, contributing to the team’s development and working collaboratively with colleagues and volunteers. Attend and support events run by the fundraising teams where required.
Any other reasonable duties as required by your line manager.
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!
About the role
The Administrative Assistant plays a key role in supporting the effective delivery of services, projects, events and member communications across the organisation. Working closely with the Head of Services and colleagues across teams, the postholder will provide high-quality administrative, project and operational support, helping to ensure services run efficiently and members receive excellent support and communication.
This is a varied role requiring excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, strong communication abilities and the capacity to manage multiple priorities.
Key Responsibilities
Services Administration
• Provide administrative support for the planning, delivery and evaluation of webinars and online events.
• Support the production and distribution of Fragile Links, including content coordination, proofreading, scheduling and publication processes.
• Assist the Head of Services with the administration and project management of conferences, events and service-related projects.
• Maintain accurate project records, databases and documentation.
• Updating information on the website when requested
• Maintaining records and information on research requests
Project Administration
• Provide administrative support for partnership projects
• Maintain accurate participant and project records in line with data protection requirements.
• Coordinate member communications relating to projects and programmes.
• Monitor participation, gather feedback and support project reporting.
Membership and Member Support
• Support colleagues with membership communications and messaging when required. • Assist with member enquiries and administrative requests.
• Ensure member records are maintained accurately and confidentially.
Cross-Team Administration and Support
• Provide customer service support for the online shop, including responding to customer enquiries and assisting with product updates.
• Contribute to organisation-wide projects and initiatives as required.
• Database administration
• Support fundraising administration tasks
General Responsibilities
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across all teams.
• Maintain accurate records and databases in accordance with organisational policies and GDPR requirements.
• Undertake other duties appropriate to the role as reasonably required.
Person Specification
Essential
• Experience in an administrative, project support or coordinator role.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Willingness to speak to people over the phone and respond to enquiries.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and database/CRM systems.
• Experience maintaining records and handling confidential information.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to providing excellent customer and member service.
Desirable
• Experience working within the charity, membership or health sector.
• Knowledge of Donorfy, Wordpress and digital communication platforms.
• Understanding of the needs of people living with long-term health conditions or disabilities.
Please note that the successful candidate will be required to undergo a fully enhanced DBS check, prior to commencing employment with EDS UK.
Application process
Please send your CV, together with a covering letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role.
Please send your CV, together with a covering letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role .
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.
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Community Fundraising Assistant - North
Are you ready to take on a new challenge with a leading charity making a real difference in brain tumour research?
Brain Tumour Research is an exciting, innovative, and ambitious charity. We are passionate about finding a cure for brain tumours through the establishment of dedicated Brain Tumour Research Centres of Excellence around the UK.
After a successful 2025, we’re building on our momentum and looking ahead with ambition. As our work continues to expand, so does our impact. We are now looking for passionate people to join us on the next stage of our journey!
It is a fantastic time to be joining us and we are keen to share this with likeminded and talented individuals. We currently have an opening for a Community Fundraising Assistant - North, to join our Community and Digital Fundraising team.
- Do you want to make a difference in one of the most innovative and exciting medical research fundraising charities in the UK?
- Are you able to provide friendly and professional support to fundraisers and supporters?
- Do you have experience in supporting events or community activities?
- Do you live in either Scotland, North East England, North West England or the East Midlands?
Have you answered Yes to these questions?
Does this sound like the opportunity to really take the next step in your career?
Excited to learn more about this position? Then please take a read through our recruitment pack which is included within this advert.
If you have the skills and ambition that we are looking for we are excited to receive your application. We are really looking forward to welcoming a new member to our team!
We are asking for a CV as the first step but applicants may be asked to provide a targeted covering letter as part of the selection process. Interviews will be conducted during the application window as appropriate, and will consist of a first interview via MS Teams, progressing, if successful to a face to face second interview, held at our offices in Milton Keynes.
We reserve the right to close the application window early and advise candidates to apply in good time to avoid disappointment.
We are looking for people who share our passion for finding a cure for brain tumours and who have the skills and experience to make a difference. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages. We believe that diversity enriches our organisation and helps us achieve our mission. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can be themselves and contribute to our vision.
To find a cure for all types of brain tumours To increase the UK investment in brain tumour research
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This role is a fantastic opportunity to join an innovative charity at a time when income is growing and our profile is rising. The Public Fundraising team deliver a wide range of fundraising activities including our special events programme, regular donor programme, community fundraising and 3rd party fundraising.
The new assistant will primarily be supporting our Events Manager to deliver our special events programme. Horatio’s Garden is known for its high quality events which include an annual presence at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show and our annual Tulip Lunch. In December 2026 we will deliver our largest fundraising event to date - a carol concert for 2,000 supporters at St Paul’s Cathedral. The assistant will be critical in supporting the team to deliver these events effectively and efficiently and working with the communications team to produce related event assets, promotional material and newsletter content.
It is a great opportunity to gain experience working on high profile events in a supportive and experienced team.
All applications must include a CV and a cover letter (limited to one page) detailing why they are suitable for the role. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Assistant Head of Fundraising (Public Fundraising)
Salary £57,574.79 per annum
LocationLondon/Hybrid
Weekly Hours35
The Vacancy
Job Title: Assistant Head of Fundraising (Public Fundraising)
Location: London/Hybrid
Salary: £57,574.79 per annum
Weekly Hours: 35
Reference: YMC1212513
An exciting moment to join us
YMCA England & Wales is entering one of the most exciting chapters in its fundraising history, launching our ambition to create 10,000 new homes for young people. Working alongside local YMCAs, we will support the development of new accommodation across the federation, helping young people move towards independence.
This role sits at the heart of that ambition.
You will lead the fundraising behind two critical components of the 10,000 Homes programme:
• Securing income from the public to build and sustain a central Centre of Expertise (mobilisation team), supporting local YMCAs to develop and deliver housing projects.
• Raising capital from individual supporters, mid-level donors and major donors to grow a replenishing national fund that provides upfront investment to unlock housing developments across the federation.
At the centre of this is the 10,000 Homes Fund: a bold, housing-focused proposition that offers the public a clear and tangible way to support young people into safe, stable accommodation. You will be responsible for growing this proposition, ensuring it resonates strongly with supporters and inspires giving at all levels.
You will lead an integrated public fundraising approach, bringing together individual giving, mid-level and major donors into one compelling, housing-led narrative. A key part of the role will be translating a complex, federated model into a simple, emotional and compelling case for support that connects with people’s motivations to give.
We’ve established strong early foundations and are now ready to scale. This role offers the opportunity to take a high-potential public fundraising proposition to the next level -expanding its reach, deepening supporter engagement, and unlocking significant new income.
We are looking for someone who is creative, data-driven and passionate about engaging the public to drive meaningful change for young people. We’re looking for someone comfortable working in a federated environment, with the ability to simplify complex ideas into compelling messages for the public.
The role
As Assistant Head of Fundraising (Public Fundraising), you will lead and inspire a team of talented fundraisers, deputising for the Head of Fundraising and taking ownership of our most ambitious programmes:
The 10,000 Homes Fund driving forward our flagship proposition across individual giving, cash appeals and mid-level audiences.
Major Donors shaping the strategy for high-net-worth relationships, new giving circles and development boards.
RoomSponsor, YMCA’s flagship regular giving product, now in its third year of an ambitious growth strategy. You will oversee a unique partnership model across 45 local YMCAs, support the income distribution process, and see first-hand the impact of your work through a programme that directly supports young people with safe accommodation.
Legacies working with the Senior Fundraising Manager and Head of Fundraising to define and grow what is set to become a landmark legacy programme.
This is a hands-on leadership role: you will set direction, manage budgets, develop your team, while also being prepared to step into delivery when it matters most. You will balance strategic oversight with practical execution, ensuring programmes are both ambitious and deliverable.
About you
You are an experienced public fundraising professional with a strong track record in individual giving or direct marketing, alongside a well-developed understanding of major donor fundraising. You know how to bring different disciplines together behind a single proposition and deliver results.
You are an effective and confident leader, able to build, motivate and develop high-performing teams. You create clarity, set high standards, and support others to do their best work, stepping in when needed and leading from the front.
You are at your best when driving a clear proposition forward. You are excited by the opportunity to take a compelling idea and translate it into something that engages the public, inspires generosity and delivers sustainable income.
You are energised by a challenge, comfortable with complexity and working in a federated environment, where success depends on strong relationships and shared ownership. You are skilled at working with partners, whether agencies, internal stakeholders or local YMCAs, and know how to align people around a common goal.
You combine strategic thinking with operational delivery. You are data-driven, using insight and performance to shape your decisions, and confident working with (and occasionally building) financial models to plan, test and scale activity. You bring both creativity and discipline, generating new ideas while ensuring they are grounded, deliverable and effective.
Above all, you are a strong communicator and influencer. You can simplify complex ideas into clear, compelling messages, build confidence with colleagues and stakeholders, and position fundraising as a critical enabler of impact.
Why join us now
YMCA is the oldest and largest youth charity in the world, serving communities across England and Wales every day. The fundraising team is geared up for success, the strategy is set, the proposition is proven, and the results are already coming in. What we need now is a leader ready to take this momentum to the next level.
YMCA England & Wales is committed to equality and valuing diversity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Our recruitment process is anonymised and candidates' names are hidden. Safer recruitment is important to us and the successful applicant will be asked to provide two references. They will also be required to complete a safeguarding self-declaration, safeguarding training and undertake a DBS check.
YMCA is the world's oldest and largest youth charity. Collectively, we support 402,501 young people across 708 communities in England and Wales.


We are looking for a short term temporary Fundraising & Comms Assistant for a childrens social welfare charity . You will be providing strong administrative and coordination support across fundraising and events.
Hybrid working min 2 days in the office in Rugby
The Role
Administrative & Fundraising Support
Provide day-to-day administrative support to the fundraising team, including processing donations, sending thank-you letters, and responding to supporter and event enquiries promptly and warmly.
Maintain accurate records within CRM/database, keeping supporter and donor information up to date and well organised.
Support the preparation of funding applications to trusts and foundations, helping to gather information, draft sections, and track deadlines and reporting dates.
Help keep a clear record of grant deadlines, supporter communications, and event timelines so nothing is missed.
Community Fundraising Support
Act as a friendly first point of contact for community fundraisers, supporters, and volunteer-led groups, making sure they feel supported, appreciated and well looked after.
Provide resources, materials, and practical guidance to regional networks and individual fundraisers taking on challenges or local events.
Help coordinate community fundraising activity, including sending out fundraising packs, tracking sign-ups, and fo
Social Media & Communications Support
Events Support
Support the delivery of the fundraising events, assisting with logistics, materials, volunteer coordination, and supporter communications before, during, and after each event.
Help promote events across social media and to community fundraising networks to maximise sign-ups and income
The Candidate
Any exposure to fundraising, events, customer service, or administration (paid or voluntary)
Strong written skills, with good attention to detail and the ability to help draft clear, accurate and engaging communications and supporter correspondence.
Enthusiasm for building relationships and a genuine interest in how charities raise income and find new opportunities.
An interest in fundraising events, and a willingness to help with planning and delivery, including supporting logistics and volunteers on the day.
Confident using standard IT (e.g. Microsoft Office/Google Workspace) and willing to learn to use CRM/database systems to maintain records and support reporting.
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Senior Fundraising Manager (Corporate Partnerships - New Business)
Salary£52,058.00 per annum
LocationLondon/Hybrid
Weekly Hours35
The Vacancy
Job Title: Senior Fundraising Manager (Corporate Partnerships - New Business)
Location: London/Hybrid
Salary: £52,058.00 per annum
Weekly Hours: 35
Reference: YMC1213473
An exciting moment to join us
YMCA England & Wales is entering one of the most exciting chapters in its fundraising history, launching our ambition to create 10,000 new homes for young people by 2030. Working alongside local YMCAs, we will support the development of new accommodation across the country, helping young people move towards independence. This role sits at the heart of that ambition.
We seek a dynamic charity fundraiser to lead the development of new high-value corporate partnerships. This role offers an exceptional career opportunity to shape and deliver the next phase of our national corporate fundraising ambition, building on a strong foundation of award-winning work. Late in 2025 our Corporate Partnerships team was recognised at the Corporate Engagement Awards with multiple awards. During the early months of 2026 the ground-work for our multi-year strategy has been laid: The 10,000 Homes Fund is our flagship proposition. Now is the time to execute.
About the role
As Senior Fundraising Manager, you will play a crucial role in securing new revenue of significant scale and impact. You will deliver new business; identifying, cultivating, and closing significant corporate relationships. You will design compelling partnership propositions, manage high-level external engagement, and ensure alignment with YMCA’s mission and strategic priorities.
This is a senior position with scope to influence the direction of YMCA’s corporate fundraising strategy and the culture of the wider team. You will provide leadership and guidance to your team, while also contributing to a collaborative and ambitious environment across fundraising and wider organisation.
About you
The successful candidate will be an experienced fundraiser with demonstrable results in winning new corporate partnerships. You are probably the top performer at your current charity, can evidence multiple six figure successes and are eager to take the next step in your career by moving to a strategic, senior role. You will be motivated by the opportunity to shape a growing programme, work with high-profile brands, and create opportunities that deliver lasting change for young people and communities across England and Wales.
Why join us now
YMCA is the oldest and largest youth charity in the world, serving communities across England and Wales every day. The fundraising team is geared up for success, the strategy is set, the proposition is proven, and the results are already coming in. The plan now is to hire the talent to take this momentum to the next level.
YMCA England & Wales is committed to equality and valuing diversity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Our recruitment process is anonymised and candidates' names are hidden. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. Safer recruitment is important to us and the successful applicant will be asked to provide two references. They will also be required to complete a safeguarding self-declaration, safeguarding training and undertake a DBS check.
YMCA is the world's oldest and largest youth charity. Collectively, we support 402,501 young people across 708 communities in England and Wales.


Location: Hybrid / The Grange, Saunderton, Princes Risborough
Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
We are looking to recruit a Trusts and Foundations Officer to join our Trusts and Foundations team and support the delivery of Hearing Dogs for Deaf People’s fundraising strategy. The Trusts and Foundations team is working towards an income target of £1.3m in 2026 to 2027, with planned growth to £2.1m by 2029 to 2030.
This is an exciting opportunity to develop your fundraising career within a collaborative and ambitious team. You will contribute to securing income from charitable trusts and foundations, building funder relationships, and supporting the wider Income Generation function. The role works primarily within the Trusts and Foundations team, whilst also working with other Officers and Assistants across the Income Generation directorate to support cross-departmental activity, projects and key administrative processes throughout the year.
We are looking for individuals who demonstrate passion for our cause, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to write compellingly about the difference Hearing Dogs makes to the lives of deaf people. You will be confident communicating with a wide variety of people, including funders, volunteers, and senior colleagues, and will bring a proactive and positive approach to everything you do.
Key Responsibilities
- Funding Applications & Funder Communications
- Relationship Management & Stewardship
- Systems & Data Management
- Income Generation Directorate Cross-Working
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Essential:
- At least 1 year's experience of working in a fundraising role
- Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to write clearly, accurately and compellingly
- Strong attention to detail and good numeracy skills
- Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office
- Ability to plan and prioritise workload effectively and meet deadlines
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Creative thinker, able to spot opportunities and use initiative
Desirable:
- Experience of working within Trusts and Foundations or Philanthropy Team
- Experience of Microsoft Dynamics 365 or a similar CRM database
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Death in Service Payment
- Annual leave enhancements recognising long service
- Day off for your birthday
- Defined contribution group personal pension plan
- Enhanced sick pay
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
- Eye care
- Hearing tests
- Learning and Development opportunities
- Discounts on merchandise at Hearing Dog gift shops
- Pet Dog Policy
For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the apply button.
Closing date: 17th July 2026.
Please note: This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 due to its duties involving the protection of children and/or adults at risk. Applicants are therefore required to disclose all spent and unspent convictions, cautions, warnings, and reprimands, as well as any relevant non-conviction information. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check in accordance with the Police Act 1997 (Part V).
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Ensuring those who served are always supported.
Founded in 1681 by King Charles II, the Royal Hospital Chelsea has stood for centuries as a national symbol of gratitude to the soldiers who have served our country, and is home to the iconic Chelsea Pensioners. Today, the Hospital’s job remains to ensure that those who have served are always supported.
We are now looking for a skilled Marketing Officer to contribute to and deliver effective marketing campaigns to help meet the organisation's core strategic objectives. This is an exciting role within the Marketing and Communications team and a fantastic opportunity to join an historic organisation, the home of the iconic Chelsea Pensioners since 1692.
The successful candidate will have a strategic mindset and relevant experience of managing delivering impactful multi-channel campaigns and email marketing for a range of audiences, and ideally at a nationally recognised organisation within the military, charity, cultural or public sectors.
Where you fit in
You’ll join an ambitious marketing and communications team focused on raising the Royal Hospital’s profile, increasing fundraising income, and building new audiences through strategic, emotive and measurable communications.
Your work will directly contribute to protecting and securing the future of the Royal Hospital Chelsea - helping us reach supporters, donors, and the veteran community with stories that inspire action and demonstrate undeniable impact.
What you’ll be doing
You’ll be delivering a range of digital and traditional marketing campaigns for stakeholders across fundraising, commercial and heritage parts of the organisation – including the Chelsea Pensioners Veterans Outreach programme, which aims to combat loneliness and isolation in older veterans across the UK.
You’ll drive our delivery of e-newsletters and supporter journeys through dot digital, and report on trends and insights in order for us to learn and improve.
We want someone who is:
- A skilled and confident executor, who is experienced in consumer marketing and promoting a wide range of projects including public events to the right audiences.
- A confident email marketeer, with experience of welcome and supporter journeys and supporter e-newsletters.
- Creative in crafting compelling marketing content to deliver effective, multi-channel marketing campaigns.
- Experience of working with a range of partners to help raise awareness and engagement, as well as suppliers such as designers and photographers.
- Relevant marketing experience in a military, charity, cultural or public organisation would be particularly advantageous.
To apply please submit your CV and a covering letter of up to 500 words.
Early applications are encouraged as we will be reviewing applications and interviewing candidates throughout the recruitment process.
To provide Army veterans with the support and comradeship they need in recognition of their service to the Nation and to safeguard their historic home


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Role Purpose
The Supporter Engagement Assistant is responsible for growing support for Bassetlaw Foodbank through partnerships, fundraising and community engagement. The role focuses on developing relationships with local businesses, organisations, volunteers and supporters to increase income, donations, and awareness of the charity’s work tackling poverty.
The post holder will represent the charity in the community, identify new opportunities to expand support and generate income, organise donation drives and events, and manage volunteers.
Outdoor and community-based working will be a regular part of the role, with occasional weekend working required.
About us
Bassetlaw Foodbank (BFB) was established in 2012 to tackle food insecurity across the district of Bassetlaw. Since 2020 the charity has expanded to tackle poverty on multiple fronts, running projects that focus both on the affordability and accessibility of food. We support residents of Bassetlaw who are in crisis, and those at risk of falling into crisis.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising & Income Generation
- Work towards agreed income generation targets.
- Approach and strengthen relationships with organisations, with a focus on corporate partnerships, to drive in additional funding for the charity.
- Develop and deliver community fundraising activities to increase income.
- Take the lead on income and donation generating activities, like standing at Retford Market, Charter Day and in store donation drives.
- Identify and pursue new fundraising opportunities including events, campaigns and community initiatives.
- Encourage individual and community donations through creative fundraising approaches.
- Support the development of donation drives and appeals.
Partnerships & Community Engagement
- Build partnerships with local businesses, faith groups, schools and community organisations.
- Strengthen relationships with existing partners including local third sector organisations.
- Represent the charity at community meetings, events and networking opportunities.
- Identify collaborative opportunities with other organisations to expand support and impact.
- Encourage opportunities for corporate fundraising on behalf of BFB.
Donation Drives & Community Campaigns
- Organise and coordinate donation drives for food and other essential items.
- Engage local organisations and the public to participate in donation campaigns.
- Develop relationships with regular donors and supporters.
Volunteer Coordination
- Recruit, coordinate and support volunteers involved in fundraising and community activities.
- Ensure volunteers feel valued, supported and engaged.
- Provide guidance and oversight for volunteer-led initiatives.
Advocacy & Public Engagement
- Act as a spokesperson and ambassador for BFB in the community.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with supporters and donors.
- Promote the charity’s mission and impact to increase awareness and support.
Growth & Development
- Identify new opportunities to grow the charity’s supporter base.
- Monitor local trends and opportunities for partnership, funding and engagement.
- Contribute ideas and strategies to expand the charity’s reach and sustainability.
Reporting
· Regular reporting to line manager on where activities are in relation to key targets.
Person Specification
Essential Skills & Experience
- Experience in fundraising, community engagement, partnership development, or a similar role.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Confidence representing an organisation in public and community settings.
- Ability to work independently and proactively identify opportunities.
- A willingness to work flexibly within the week determined by operational priorities.
- Safeguarding training to Level 2 or a willingness to complete.
- Good organisational skills and ability to manage multiple activities.
- This role requires the post holder to be able to set up and take down stalls at events so the ability to carry out heavy lifting, following manual handling procedures, is essential.
- Full driver’s licence.
Desirable
- Experience working in the voluntary or community sector.
- Experience working with or coordinating volunteers.
- Knowledge of local community networks.
- Experience organising fundraising events or campaigns.
Personal Qualities
- Passion for tackling poverty and supporting a local community.
- Friendly, approachable and confident communicator.
- Self-motivated and able to take initiative.
- Collaborative and relationship-focused.
- Flexible and willing to work outdoors and in community settings.
About the role
Hours: 22.5 hours a week. We envision working across regular days throughout the week, with flexibility required to be able to attend fundraising and community events and opportunities.
Salary: £16,824 pa. (£28,041 FTE)
Location: The role will be based at Bassetlaw Foodbank’s two offices in Worksop and Retford, but regular travel to events, meetings and other opportunities across the district will be required.
Line Manager: Supporter Engagement Manager
Additional information: Outdoor working and community outreach are regular parts of the role. Some evening or weekend work may occasionally be required to attend events or activities.
This role has been funded The Fore for 12 months, with the likelihood of extension if key targets are met.
Please note that as this role may include working with vulnerable adults so the successful candidate will be subject to a successful DBS check.
Our vision is to ensure those at risk have access to nutritious food and are treated with dignity.


JOB VACANCY – HR ASSISTANT – 2 YEARS FIXED TERM CONTRACT (40 hours per week)
£30,784.00 per annum (Plus London Weighting Allowance of £2800 per annum)
Closing date: Sunday 5th July 2026 by 23:59 hours.
About This Job
This is an exciting role in the Army Cadet Charitable Trust UK (ACCT UK we are looking for a proactive and organised HR Assistant to join our HR team and provide high-quality administrative support across the employee lifecycle. Working closely with the HR Manager, you will play a key role in recruitment, onboarding, employee records management, HR reporting, and supporting day-to-day HR operations. You will help ensure our people processes run smoothly, maintaining accurate records, supporting employee queries, and assisting with HR projects and initiatives. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, highly organised, and committed to delivering a professional and confidential HR service.
Essential Skills
· Previous experience in a HR role.
· Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships.
· Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently and use initiative.
· Experience maintaining confidential employee records and handling sensitive information discreetly.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and confident learning and using HR systems.
Please refer to the attached Job Description for further information.
Our charity
ACCT UK is a national youth charity dedicated to improving the life chances of young people through supporting the Army Cadet Force and its activities in the community. The Combined Cadet Force Association (CCFA) is a charity dedicated to the promotion of the ideals and activities of the Combined Cadet Force in schools. Together we want to ensure that every young person has the opportunity to learn new skills, build confidence and be inspired through their cadet experience.
We want to develop the youth leadership and training abilities of adult volunteers whilst also helping young people to access cadet activities through fundraising, grant-making, developing new resources and direct support.
We strongly believe that everyone benefits when you help young people to develop their character and values through activities that stretch and mature them. We also know that when young people engage with others at a range of levels in their communities, it builds confidence and improves empathy for other’s lives.
Who we are
You will enjoy being part of our small team who work very happily together. By joining ACCT UK, you will help us to reach more young people and make a greater difference and we look forward to working with you. We actively promote and encourage you to explore ideas that improve all aspects of the charity’s work in pursuit of its charitable aims.
The charities are proud of our diverse teams, with people on different working patterns, from different backgrounds and at different life-stages. Our experience has taught us that having people with different perspectives and different lived experiences leads to better outcomes for our beneficiaries. If you are wondering if our organisation is for someone like you, the answer is yes! Please apply and explain how you, your experience, your talent and your potential are the right fit for this role.
What we can offer you
In addition to your salary, we offer all staff:
· Flexible working arrangements (you agree a working pattern with your line manager).
· The ability to work both from home and from our London office.
· Personal accident insurance, including loss of earnings cover and death benefit.
· 15 days of sick pay in any 12-month period (after 12 months employment - pro-rata for part time staff).
· A contributory pension scheme (you contribute at least 5% and we will contribute 10%).
· Good leave allowances (which are offered pro-rata for part time staff):
o 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
o Additional privilege leave, on set days each year, such as between Christmas and New Year.
o An additional five days of volunteering leave.
· Support for qualifications and personal development.
· Employee Assistance Programme.
· Season ticket loan.
· Railcard (if you are eligible)
· A caring and supportive team environment.
How to apply
Please send a covering letter that details how you meet the requirements of the job description along with a CV by 23:59 hours on Sunday 5th July 2026.
Interviews will be held in Holderness House, 51-61 Clifton Street, London, EC2A 4DW shortly after. Please let us know if you have any restrictions with this.
Please note that as a charity dedicated to improving the lives of young people, we require staff to make a declaration about any relevant convictions, undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check. In addition, we will follow up references.
We reserve the right to close for applications before the closing date if we receive a large number of applications.
Army Cadet Charitable Trust (ACCT) UK aims to give all young people the opportunity to develop and achieve through Army Cadets activities.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you able to build excellent relationships? Do you have fundraising or customer service experience? Can you adapt your communications to a wide range of audiences?
Then we might have the perfect job for you!
Title: Supporter Engagement Assistant
Reports to: Supporter Engagement Coordinator
Hours of Work: Both Full time and part time hours available (21 – 35 hours per week)
Salary: £23,853 per annum, FTE
Based: Bristol – Office base at County Gates, BS3 2JH
About Us
We are Great Western Air Ambulance Charity, dedicated to providing air ambulance and critical care services across Bristol, North Somerset, Bath & North East Somerset, Gloucestershire, South Gloucestershire and parts of Wiltshire. From volunteers to Specialist Paramedics, from senior Consultants to retail and fundraising staff, we are a team, working to save lives that would otherwise be lost. We seek to continually develop and adapt our activities to meet the needs of local communities, whilst impacting nationally and influencing global pre-hospital care. Our work is deeply satisfying, and every member of the team is committed to this service, and to saving as many lives as we can.
About You and The Role
At Great Western Air Ambulance Charity, we’re looking for a new Supporter Engagement Assistant to support our regional team. This role focuses on providing excellent stewardship for supporters and former patients across the communities we serve. It also calls for real passion – for our cause, for the people we help, and most importantly, for the people who help us save lives.
We’re looking for someone who is dedicated to doing their best, a person who can work independently but can collaborate within and beyond their team, who has compassion for our supporters and stakeholders and who is curious about exploring new approaches and keen to learn and develop. Whilst having experience of working with a charity would be beneficial, it is not essential. The successful candidate will have great customer service and communication skills as well as the ability to manage and develop projects. This role may suit a career changer who can demonstrate transferable skills.
GWAAC is a great cause to fundraise for, we have amazing stories to tell and experiences to offer. Our work is very rewarding for our team too – at GWAAC we know that we are contributing to saving local lives every week. We’re looking for someone who shares our passion for that.
You would be joining GWAAC at an exciting time, as the charity continues to grow and innovate in the field of pre-hospital care. You will be supported in developing your skills and be part of a dedicated team committed to saving local lives.
Closing date: 9am on Friday 10th July 2026
N.B. Applications may close prior to the deadline if sufficient high-quality applications are received.
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.
GWAAC is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates from a range of backgrounds and experiences. GWAAC puts people first and upholds a culture of safeguarding.
Please contact us if you require reasonable adjustments.
No agencies please.


