Child sponsorship fundraiser jobs in Birmingham
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Career Ready is a UK-wide social mobility charity, working to empower young people with the skills, confidence, and networks they need to succeed. We're looking for a Partnerships Manager to help transform young people’s futures. In this role, you’ll retain and grow corporate partnerships that fund our programmes and provide paid internships, mentoring, and volunteering opportunities.
You’ll lead a portfolio of corporate partners dontating five figure amounts, inspire businesses to invest in social mobility, and secure long‑term commitments that deliver real impact. Working closely with colleagues across programmes and income generation, you’ll ensure partners see the tangible difference they make while championing employer engagement at events and through networks.
We’re seeking someone with proven account management experience at a mid to high level, exceptional relationship‑building skills, and the ability to collaborate brilliantly with colleagues and partners. If you’re proactive, organised, and motivated by creating opportunities for young people, this is your chance to make a lasting difference.
For full information view our candidate pack, which is available when you click on Apply.
Closing date for applications: 9am on Monday 12 January 2026
First stage interviews: expected to take place w/c 19 January 2026
Registered Charity 
21 - 50
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Permanent | Remote | Hybrid working is available in Newquay, Cornwall (HQ), Manchester or Bristol
£30,000 (per annum, 4 days per week)
Are you a corporate fundraiser with a passion for blue health and working with sustainable brands? You can transform the lives of thousands of children across the UK through our pioneering Surf Therapy programme, while working with exciting, values-led partners such as Saltrock, dryrobe® and Finisterre. As a member of 1% for the Planet, we collaborate through sustainable, creative partnerships that deliver real impact and support children's mental health.
In 2026 The Wave Project celebrates 15 years and our ambitious fundraising strategy underpins our growth across 17 locations in the UK. This key role offers the opportunity for innovative national partnership management, unlocking significant potential, helping to shape the future of our corporate income strategy.
Your week might include:
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Managing national corporate partnerships with value led brands
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Pitching to inspire corporate partners and their employees
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Crafting stewardship plans for a range of b-corps and national businesses
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Developing sponsorship proposals for events like our Surfarthons or Santa Surfs
- Representing The Wave Project at high-profile events such as the Blue Earth Summit or Royal Cornwall Show
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Supporting Project Coordinators across the UK with local corporate pitches and partnerships
No two days are the same—and that’s part of the joy of working with us. We offer trust-based, flexible working, and all non-delivery staff are encouraged to participate in a six-week surf therapy programme (during work hours) to truly connect with our mission.
For more information, please read the Corporate Fundraiser Recruitment Pack on our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Amala’s mission is to use the power of education to transform the lives of young refugees, their communities, and the world. We deliver innovative learning programmes for displaced youth globally, including the world’s first internationally accredited secondary education programme for out-of-school refugee and crisis-affected young people, as well as Changemaker Courses in Peace-building, Ethical Leadership, and Social Entrepreneurship.
We’re seeking a strategic and driven Trusts & Foundations Manager to grow our global trust, foundation, and institutional fundraising portfolio. In this role, you’ll build and steward high-value donor relationships, secure six- and seven-figure grants, and work closely with our Education Programmes and MEL teams to craft compelling proposals and demonstrate impact.
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Cultivating and stewarding high-value partnerships with trusts, foundations, and institutional donors
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Securing six- and seven-figure grants that support Amala’s global programmes
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Developing compelling proposals, concept notes, and donor briefings aligned with funder priorities
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Managing reporting cycles and producing timely, high-quality submissions
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Collaborating with Education Programmes and MEL colleagues to align proposals with evidence and impact data
If you share our commitment to transforming education for displaced young people, we’d love to hear from you.
Learn more and apply: For detailed information on this role, including the full list of responsibilities, experience, and application instructions, please refer to the job description.
Closing date: Wednesday 7 January 2026, 12:00 GMT
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.