We are looking for a skilled and motivated Grants & Trusts Fundraiser to help us increase the charity’s income from trusts and other major grant makers.

Salary: £26,000 to £30,000, depending on experience (pro rata)

Hours: 28-35 hours per week (0.8 to 1.0 FTE), with flexible working hours offered

Location: UK-based but the successful applicant must be available to travel to our central Manchester office for required meetings on average once a month.

Apply By: Monday 5th July

Who are GMYN?

For many young people, the transition to adulthood isn’t easy. In the UK, one third of young people are lonely, half feel unready for work and half feel like they don’t belong to their community.

Our vision is #YoungPeopleCan and we help young people in Greater Manchester overcome this. We deliver a range of development programmes and drop-in activities to help young people aged 13-25 transition to adulthood feeling skilled, supported and positive.

Fundraising at GMYN

GMYN is in a strong position with an annual income of approximately £850k, funded by a diverse mix of grants, contracts, as well as community and corporate donations. Over the past five years, we have been committed to investing in our fundraising activity, resulting in a period of sustainability. Our new fundraising team was recognised as a success and we were awarded Highly Commended Fundraising Team of the Year at the North West Charity Awards 2019.

In 2020, a challenging year for income generation across the sector, we successfully developed a new fundraising approach, winning new funding for GMYN core costs alongside our consistently growing and developing programme delivery. Now, in 2021, after five years of successful fundraising development, we are in an exciting position to restructure and grow our fundraising team further.

To Apply:

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, even if you don’t feel like your experience ticks every box on the person specification. While we are looking for some specific skills, we are much more interested in attitude, personal qualities and passion.

We also know that different people have relevant experience from many different aspects of life: at GMYN, we value lived experience just as much as we value experience gained through employment, volunteering or study.

Essential Criteria:
• Proven experience of bid writing or other similar income generation work with demonstrable transferable skills.
• Ability to use a range of fundraising techniques related to securing unrestricted and restricted funding.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken with the ability to present confidently.
• Ability to self-manage, work independently to targets but also join up your work with the rest of the fundraising team.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and workstreams with a “can do” attitude in order to produce positive results.
• Experience and/or understanding of producing impact reports and reporting to various audiences, ideally funders.
• Motivation to work towards the charitable purpose of the organisation.

Desirable Criteria:
• Knowledge and understanding of fundraising methods and changing trends in the funding environment.
• Experience of researching Trusts and identifying suitable income opportunities for both programme related and unrestricted core costs.
• Knowledge of the Voluntary and Community Sector and fundraising environment.
• Experience of writing successful grant applications to a variety of funders.
• Experience of using IT: key social media platforms, CRM/contact databases, the Microsoft Office Suite.

Whilst our staff team is diverse in many ways, we recognise that we are not currently representative of the diverse communities that we serve. We are currently working with specialist charities to adapt our practices to make sure that anyone, no matter their background, can work with us to their fullest potential. We therefore welcome applications from people from BAME backgrounds and people who identify as having additional needs or disabilities.

Further information on the role and more about GMYN can be found in the attached job pack.

We believe that everyone deserves to be supported in their mental health needs and that we have a part to play in that. Our work is guided by our values of:

Openness  |  Belonging  |  Strength  |  Collaboration

Belonging to the VCSE in Manchester, we are part of a process of community mental health transformation in the city. This is an exciting time to influence improving access to services, and the support available to people with mental health issues. As part of this process we are working collaboratively within the sector, with commissioners, providers and people with lived experience. To enable this work to move forward we are looking to employ a:

Mental Health Transformation Manager

In order to transform services we need to work together and this role will help support a visioning and transformation process over the next three years, bringing together organisations and people from across the mental health system to work together to make access and services more responsive to the needs of people with mental health problems and their carers. The post will sit with Manchester Mind but be for the benefit of the whole sector.

Salary: £38,890-£41,881

Hours: 35 hours per week

The skills and knowledge that are important to us are:

• Developing a vision through collaboration and recognising strength.
• Involving all stakeholders in ways where people feel safe and able to contribute.
• Being able to contribute to planning and delivery of a vision.
• Experience and knowledge of achieving system change.

Application documents can be downloaded from this listing, or from the Vacancies page of the Manchester Mind website.

Applications must be received by 12noon, Thursday 24th June 2021.

Manchester Mind is striving to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Manchester Mind sees it as a positive advantage if you have experience of mental health issues and/or have used mental health services, or had experience of volunteering.

The trustees of Bury VCFA are seeking an energetic and enthusiastic Chief Officer to lead our infrastructure organisation and champion the important contribution of VCFSE sector organisations in Bury.

The successful candidate must be able to take up this challenging role and build effective relationships with a wide range of partners and ensure the principles of good volunteering are at the heart of everything that we do.

Throughout the Covid 19 response, community, voluntary and faith based groups have demonstrated how vital they are to the neighbourhoods in the borough of Bury. Bury VCFA has been central to the development of the new Bury ten year strategy, Let’s do it! This appointment will play a key part by leading Bury VCFA and engaging the VCFSE sector and resident groups in the delivery of the plan.

The closing date for applications is 9.00 am on Monday 21th June 2021. 

We aim to hold face to face interviews in the week beginning 5th July 2021.

To build a fair education for all, we need to unlock the potential in all children – not just some. Together, we’re making it happen. Every day, our work takes us closer to a better future. But we need to do more. It’s a big challenge – and we need your help to take it on.

The Executive team set, communicate and oversee our strategy. They are responsible for the overall performance of the charity and our impact on pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds. As well as being accountable for an individual function, they are collectively responsible for the success of the entire charity and for ensuring effective working between teams. All members of the Executive team uphold the cultural principles of Teach First. For the purpose of this maternity cover, there are three main priorities, which will be reflected in the background and expertise of the successful candidate: to contribute to the business transformation that accompanies our transition to a new CRM platform; to begin the process of data collection and consultation that will inform our strategy for 2023-2028 and to line manage a team of experienced managers inside the department.

• Can you design and implement organisational changes to drive and exceed business objectives?
• Do you have experience in helping organisations transition to digital ways of working?
• Do you have experience in strategy development?
• Can you anticipate the challenges and opportunities which arise from political, social and marketplace changes and translate these into inputs for a coherent strategy that maximises opportunity and minimises risk?
• Do you have experience facilitating top teams in the development of organisational strategy, and ensuring that this is translated into measurable plans?
• Do you have experience leading successful teams?
• Do you have a sufficient understanding of standard research methodologies and techniques to support specialists in this domain?
• Are you experienced in evidence-based decision making and organisational performance management?

Yes to the above? Then we want to hear from you. You might be our Executive Director for Strategy, Research & Performance.

Take a look at the job description and then complete an application on our careers website. Make sure you’ve got your CV and cover letter showing how you meet our essentials ready to upload.

Your application answers will be reviewed blind to ensure fairness. Your responses will be randomised and the shortlisting panel will not see any details about you, including your CV. Your CV will only be seen after shortlisting if you have been invited to an interview.

Job Description

The Programmes Director will lead the teams responsible for the effective design and delivery of all the charity’s programmes. Their primary responsibility is ensuring Frontline’s programmes are of excellent quality whilst being delivered in the most joined up and efficient way possible.

We need an ambitious and experienced leader to plan and oversee the delivery our programmes to ensure they have maximum, measurable impact. The successful candidate will work closely with the CEO and Chief Social Worker to manage programmes teams and ensure robust systems are in place which drive and support teams to work in a cohesive way. We need an influential leader, who brings their experience of successful planning and workflow design to our programmes and the wider charity, as a member of the senior leadership team.

We have increased the diversity of Frontline’s workforce in the last 12 months, but lack ethnic minority representation at our most senior level. We know the value ethnic minority voices bring and therefore, we are strongly encouraging applicants from these backgrounds to apply. We will keep applications open until we have satisfactory representation on the shortlist.

About this vacancy

Vegetarian for Life is the leading authority on diet and healthy living advice for older vegans and vegetarians. We work with a diverse variety of stakeholders, including some of the UK's biggest care chains and food suppliers; government; and partner NGOs, to support and protect older vegans and vegetarians.

As we continue to expand our work, we have an opportunity to create the charity’s first Head of Research and Policy. This critical role will help to drive our lobbying, campaigning, advocacy, and research forward at a critical time for our organisation.

We are looking for an exceptional and passionate individual with proven experience of managing and developing successful integrated campaigns and campaign strategies.

The ideal candidate will drive our impact by using their skills and experience to effectively shape policy and research interventions. They will help Vegetarian for Life to make a real and tangible difference to the lives of older vegans and vegetarians across the UK – both now and in the future.

You will have experience of developing and implementing successful research and campaign proposals and activities. With a good understanding and experience of the UK legislative, regulatory, and governmental framework, you will understand how to navigate and steer stakeholders to achieve legislative change. You will understand how to drive public and media awareness to enable this.

You will be used to working with a variety of stakeholders, and will be a confident and effective communicator at any level – from the general public, through to business leaders, senior government, and regulatory bodies. Management experience is preferred.

Candidates will ideally be based in, or close to, either Greater London or Greater Manchester. The role will include regular travel to both cities and may include overnight stays. Other UK travel may be required, and you must be prepared and willing to travel for this role. The role is primarily home based, with regular attendance at the Manchester office.

In line with the charity’s core values, you should be a committed vegan or vegetarian.

Salary and benefits:

• From £35,000 p.a. (£17.95 per hour)
• In the region of 37.5 hours per week – full time
• Flexible working hours
• 6% contribution to group personal pension plan
• Generous 38 days of annual leave p.a.
• Supportive and positive working environment

Closing date: 18 June 2021

More information: For more details, including the Person Specification, please download our Job Description. Applications should be made with a covering letter (no more than 2 pages of A4) along with a CV and details of current salary.

Fundraising and Communications Manager
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: £27,000 per annum
Location: Flexible to include Witton Street, Northwich, CW9 5DY and homeworking

Down Syndrome Cheshire is an award-winning charity that empowers people with Down’s syndrome to live the life they choose by changing perceptions, creating opportunities, and educating the wider community.

We are looking for a fundraising and communications manager to develop and implement a community and corporate fundraising strategy that connects income generating opportunities to the needs of our community. You will be joining our rapidly growing, friendly, and dedicated team at an exciting period in the charity’s evolution with ambitious growth plans including developing a wider range of services and accessing funding to create a dedicated community space.

Closing Date and time for applications: Wednesday 7th July 2021.

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AFT, The Association for Family and Systemic Practice, is a leading and well-established professional membership association with over 2000 members. It is a Limited Company and a Registered Charity.

Operations Manager

Full responsibility for the day-to-day management of AFT’s Head Office in Warrington. Managing an experienced administrative team of 6, applicants must already have demonstrable “hands-on” experience of successfully managing and developing a comparable service orientated organisation. This position reports to the Executive Director and is full-time - 37 hours per week.

Key skills

Human Resource Management – staff leadership and committee working

Financial Management and reporting

Administration and data management – digitisation

IT – Sage accounting, HMRC payroll software, Cloud technology, Microsoft Office

Self-motivation, initiative and a “Can-Do” attitude

Salary & Pension: circa 35-40k (NJC pay scale PO3/PO4). Auto-enrolment pension scheme in place; currently non-contributory.

Annual leave: 20 days plus 8 bank holidays

Right to work: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. AFT does not hold a sponsor licence.

Closing date for applications, 6 July 2021

BBC Children in Need has an exciting opportunity for a Head of Product & Trading to join us here at Pudsey HQ on a 9 month fixed-term contract.

The location of the role is Salford office (M50).

Pudsey Bear is synonymous with BBC Children in Need; he’s loved by children and adults alike and has 97% prompted awareness in the UK.  Pudsey-inspired products generate significant funds for the charity every year and our sold across our retail partners, including Asda and Greggs as well as through licensees. But we think we could do so much more. 
And that’s where you come in. We’re looking for an ambitious, commercially savvy leader to join us to scope develop the opportunity to better maximise income from our range of Pudsey products and to help us to overhaul our e-commerce and fulfilment operation so we can deliver the customer experience that Pudsey supporters expect. 

BBC Children in Need is the BBC’s UK Charity, and exists to make a positive difference to the lives of disadvantaged children and young people across the UK.  Our refreshed objectives and activities will ensure the impact we have on children’s lives is front and centre of the work the charity undertakes over and above the projects and services we fund.
Our focus is on finding and funding the inspiring ideas that change children’s lives.
And whilst we know that every child deserves a childhood that is safe, happy and secure, we know too that a growing number of children are experiencing ever increasing and more complex levels of disadvantage.  In order to find and fund the inspiring ideas, we will build on our commitment across the organisation to work collaboratively with all those who share our aspirations for children and young people.

Main Responsibilities

This role leads on the development and implementation of the trading income strategy. You will maximise income for the charity through the sale of Pudsey products and merchandise, sold through the charity’s e-commerce platform as well as working across corporate partner networks.

The role is also responsible for overseeing the buying, merchandising, and fulfilment commerce activity of all Children in Need products and merchandise. This role forms part of the leadership team and reports to the executive director and has two direct reports. 

Are you the right candidate?

Essential skills and experience:

• Relevant experience of e-commerce in a retail or a direct to consumer brand 
• Proven project management experience
• Able to collaborate successfully across organisational boundaries with multiple stakeholders
• Excellent leadership and influencing skills
• Good communication and presentation skills in English, both spoken and written

New opportunity not to be missed! Centrepoint, the UK’s leading youth homelessness charity, is looking for a Head of Mass Participation & Events to join our Fundraising team based out of one of our office locations in London, Manchester or Bradford.

We have attached an application pack for this opportunity and we strongly advise applicants to review this prior to submitting their applications. Please note the closing date is 20 June 2021 and first stage interviews are scheduled to take place on 29 June 2021. 

We help vulnerable young people by giving them the practical and emotional support they need to find a job and live independently.

Together with our partners, we support thousands of homeless young people each year.

The Fundraising Directorate is responsible for generating and raising the funds need to support the work we do. Millions of pounds is generated through businesses and their employees, trusts and foundations, wealthy individuals and fundraising events.  Income from voluntary sources enables Centrepoint to provide non-statutory support services including the organisations in-house Learning and Health Teams and the Centrepoint Helpline.

Our Mass Participation and Events team are responsible for working with community-based individual fundraisers, challenge event participants and co-ordinating our flag ship events, Sleep Out and STAY:UP. They currently raise circa £600k.

The Head of Mass Participation & Events will play a leading role in Centrepoint’s Fundraising Leadership Team (FLT), who are responsible for the implementation of the fundraising strategy and effective cross-Directorate working across all teams. FLT have shared responsibility and accountability for strategic decision-making, building consistent ways of working and a collective positive, high-performing environment for the whole Fundraising Directorate.

The Head of Mass Participation & Events will be responsible for the strategic delivery and growth of a portfolio of fundraising mass participation products and events, which inspire and engage some of Centrepoint’s most committed and active individual supporters. Leading a small team of seven fundraisers, this income stream has great opportunity for growth. They will bring with them extensive knowledge and experience in diversifying challenge and community fundraising portfolios, in particular in the development of virtual fundraising initiatives.

What we’d be looking for from you…

• Extensive Fundraising experience, skills and knowledge of mass participation, community and challenge events fundraising, with a track record of growing income from this income stream
• Experience in delivery high quality special events and galas with a strong ROI, successfully managing and working with high profile Event Chairs and Boards
• Knowledge and experience of delivering engaging donor stewardship events to progress supporter journeys
• First-class donor management skills, delivering outstanding stewardship for community and events fundraisers.
• Track record of innovating within a Mass Participation and Events remit, transforming or introducing a new product, partnership or way of working which has delivered measureable success
• Experience in developing and delivering strategy, plans and budgets and being able to monitor and evaluate progress

What we offer in return...

In return for your efforts you’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent training and development, and a host of staff benefits including:

- 25 days of annual leave per year, rising by one day per year to a maximum of 27 days

- Excellent training package to ensure you have the skills and knowledge to build a new career

- Employer pension contributions of 4%

- Clear career progressions, linked to portfolio work, that enables movement up the pay scale

- Access to Cycle 2 Work loan scheme

- An interest-free travel loan

We seek to challenge discrimination and are committed to fairness and equality within Centrepoint. We welcome applications from anyone with direct experience of being homeless or using young people's services.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join our team as a Head of Mass Participation & Events, click ‘Apply’ now!

Purpose of Role: Primus Club Manager

 Founded in 2003, Disability Stockport’s Primus Club gives daytime support to disabled people, helping members live as independently as possible. Open six days a week, the centre features an adapted kitchen, allotment and arts and crafts room, sensory room and quiet room.

We organise regular days out for members who are referred to our services either privately or through their social worker.

The Primus Club Manager will be expected to oversee the management and organisation of the service daily. You will take an active role in ensuring outstanding care and, in reaching positive outcomes. Through effective leadership, supervision and management, you will deliver continuous service improvement, through the development of staff, volunteers and placements along with the activities offered. You will grow and strengthen Primus as a service, including taking the lead in adapting Primus in a post Covie-19 environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The post holder will be proactive and work collaboratively with individuals to identify strengths, assets and opportunities to make a positive difference to their lives and communities. You will benefit from a supportive working environment and being part of our fantastic and diverse team, working to achieve our vision of an equal and inclusive society.

Salary: £27,041

Contract: Initial contract 12 months. Subject to annual review

Location: Disability Stockport

Department: Primus Centre

Hours: 37 hours

Annual Leave: 4 weeks holiday plus Bank Holidays

Pension: Employer pension contribution

Reports To: CEO/General Manager

This is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic and growing organisation as Head of Finance, on a 12-month contract.

Owned and run by our co-operative members for nearly 150 years, Co-operatives UK promotes, develops and unites the diverse range of member-owned businesses, which together contribute over £38bn to the UK economy. 

Our finance team is vitally important to us as an organisation. With a staff team of around 40 people, diverse investments, membership subscriptions and sales income to manage, they keep us on the front foot in terms of financial planning and control.

We are entering an exciting period of change as our current 3-year strategy comes to an end and we begin to shape and develop our new one. We need to know that our finances are working for us, that we are legally compliant and forward looking with our reporting systems and processes.

This is where you come in. The Head of Finance is a key part of our management team, responsible for ensuring we continue to lead the sector to the best of our collective ability. We set the standard for our members and others to follow. 

Co-operatives UK is a flexible and inclusive employer and offers a great benefits package including 33 days annual leave, a generous contributory pension scheme and critical illness cover.

For full details and to complete an application form visit our website.

• Work with our Chief Officer, Finance Officer, Volunteer Co-ordinator, Media Officer & Training Officer to identify funding priorities.
• Identify the key strengths and selling points of WLCC
• Develop and implement a Fundraising/ Bid Writing, including campaigns and a Bid Writing Strategy
• Develop and deliver a programme of initiatives to maximise income, including regular giving, legacies, and in-memory giving
• Development of a grants & fundraising approach to resource the work of WLCC
• Lead on researching funders that might support WLCC.
• Assist with budgets and financial projections.
• Coordinate applications for funds.
• Lead and Coordinate the bid writing process for grant applications.
• Lead or support smaller grant applications.
• Provide periodic updates on fundraising results.
• Review and manage proposals and budgets for new projects.
• Build relationships with new and existing funders.
• Identify key decision-makers in grant-making bodies and ensure they are aware of our work.
• Communicate regularly with funders to ensure that they are aware of our successes.
• Work with potential major donors
• Work with senior staff to draft donor narrative and financial reports.
• Lead on donor communications and ensure the team delivers this effectively across all digital channels

Reporting & Monitoring

• Provide monthly monitoring and reporting on grant income to review and monitor budget targets.
• Ensure funds are spent appropriately and promptly.
• Ensure grant reporting and monitoring satisfies funder needs.
• Maintain and manage fundraising records.
• Draft organisational reports to high quality, on time.
• Work closely with all stakeholders to obtain case studies, as well as record and monitor results against agreed outcomes.
• Ensure project milestones and plans are delivered on time.
• Develop work plans, timetables, and deadlines to achieve deliverables.
• Review all project information to be included in donor reports.
• Lead donor-facing meetings to provide project updates when required.

• Participate actively in regular team meetings.
• Support the Team in the delivery of their work.
• Provide data for quarterly reports to the Chief Officer and Board of Trustees.
• Participate in organisational activities and events.
• Any other tasks required to ensure the smooth running of WLCC.

Person Specification

Essential
 

• Fundraising experience with grants and Charity
• Track record of achieving financial targets and budget management
• Experience in growing relationships with funders & bid writing
• Ability to identify strengths, listen to Charity’s priorities, and create funding priorities.
• Experience in monitoring and evaluation that can be used to report on grants to funders.
• Ability to prioritise competing priorities, work to tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure.
• Commitment to the aims of WLCC

Desirable
 

• Knowledge of the funding situation in the UK, including an understanding of the social, political, and human rights issues.
• Knowledge of the Carer Act 2014 & The families and Children’s Act 2014
• The ability to write content for a variety of media.
   

Note

This document does not attempt to describe all the tasks performed. It will be open to periodic review and as a minimum will take place annually as part of the appraisal process and as a result, alterations and additions may be made.

Person Specification – Fundraiser & Bid Writer

Attributes Required (based on job requirements)

Qualifications

• Educated to level 5 (e.g. degree) or equivalent experience
• Minimum level 2 (e.g. GCSE) qualification in numeracy and literacy
• IT qualification or equivalent experience

• Certificate of Institute of Fundraising
• Relevant further study

Application Form Certificates

Experience

• Third sector fundraising & bid experience

• Good understanding of direct marketing principles and experience in managing direct marketing campaigns
• Experience in manipulation, interpretation, and analysis  of quantitative data

• Maintaining database records

• Experience in relationship management software

• Experience in fundraising
• Experience in legacy fundraising
• Experience in using Microsoft Teams

Application Form Interview References

Skills & knowledge

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills including report and creative writing

• Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills
• Excellent influencing and negotiating skills

• Knowledge of the local area
• Knowledge of regulatory environment for fundraising from individuals including data protection, Gift Aid, and fundraising codes of practice and regulation

Personal Qualities

• Highly motivated; calm attitude; can demonstrate initiative; a team player who can demonstrate a positive and flexible approach along with an understanding of the charitable ethos and of working with volunteers.

• Willingness to be hands-on and ability to mix with all sections of the community.

• Highly empathetic and diplomatic when dealing with people in vulnerable and difficult situations.

• Confident and able to work to stretching financial targets, prioritising work, and meeting deadlines.

We are seeking a confident, friendly individual to join our vibrant, fast paced Bank Coordination Team based in our Stockport based Head Office, a few minutes’ walk away from Stockport train station. The successful candidate will have a strong, positive work ethos and enjoy a role that has a key focus on customer service and speaking with others. Bank Staff Advisors co-ordinate shift cover for our services nationally via our bank of contracted relief staff and also through agreed agencies in addition to acting as the first point of contact for temporary workers queries.

This role is a wonderful opportunity for someone who is highly organised, professional and has the ability to prioritise to meet deadlines. You will be able to maintain both computerised and manual records with working experience within an administrative environment and experience of MS Office is desirable.

Our range of employee benefits includes:

- Guaranteed Full Time Contracted Hours, 37.5 hours per week

- Free life assurance

- Pension with company contribution

- A range of employee discounts

This is primarily a full time role, across five days, but we are flexible on the days. Participation in our out of hours rota is required.

Creative Support is celebrating 30 years of delivering care and support in England. We continue as a national not for profit social care organization based in Stockport. This means all of our funds go back into our good work. We are an Investors in People Silver Employer, with our HR and Learning & Development Teams setting the Gold standard. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident Employer and our proud of our BAME staff as we continue to embed our Black Lives Matter Manifesto. We were established 30 years ago by our current Chief Executive, Anna Lunts, and we continue to focus on delivering an excellent standard of care to vulnerable adults and children and on recognising our valued staff.

Creative Support is not just an employer or provider. We plan and build and imagine the best and most brilliant ways of working and living and supporting people. Then we implement and embed and fight to put that in place, for our staff, our services users and the communities we work and live in. We give everyone the Opportunity to be themselves, the Choice to make decisions over their lives and we advocate for everyone’s Wellbeing. This is who we are. Join us.