Communications and fundraising jobs

About the role

The Passage’s philanthropy portfolio has grown significantly over the last three years through dedicated relationship management and compelling applications that have brought to life the fantastic work and outcomes achieved by The Passage’s services. A recent audit of our Trusts and Foundations programme identified further opportunities for growth with both newly created and well-established funders.

The Passage’s new three-year strategy, The Art of the Possible, is based around the themes of prevention, convening and sustaining, and highlights the importance of collaboration. The Fundraising, Communications and Trading team are seeking a passionate, articulate, and experienced individual to further enhance and sustain our trusts and foundations income stream so that The Passage can support more people to find a place to call home.

Main duties

• Lead relationships with a portfolio of trusts, foundations, and other grant-making bodies to establish a robust pipeline of sustainable income.
• Provide effective stewardship of existing trust donors and prospects to ensure repeat gifts and to increase support where relevant.
• Create innovative opportunities and develop funding proposals that match funding opportunities to The Passage’s range of services.
• Develop an annual prospect pipeline with the aim of securing sustainable, multi-year income.
• Support the Senior Philanthropy Manager to prepare accurate annual budgets, forecasts, and income phasing.
• Maintain accurate records on the Salesforce database and ensure donor records are compliant.

General responsibilities

• In conjunction with the Senior Philanthropy Manager to continuously develop the role to ensure that all tasks are being undertaken in an effective and appropriate manner which meets the strategic aims and objectives of The Passage.
• To participate in internal/external meetings as required, attend training events, conferences and other functions as necessary.
• To participate in regular supervision and annual appraisal, and help in identifying your own job-related development and training needs.
• To ensure that all The Passage policies and procedures are being adhered to, particularly those relating to Code of Practice and Confidentiality.
• To contribute to the effective implementation of The Passage’s Diversity and Equality Policy as it affects both The Passage and its work with vulnerable adults.
• To at all times undertake your role in a professional manner maintaining a high quality standard of work, and to always work in accordance with the aims, values and ethos of The Passage.

Desired experience

• Experience of writing successful fundraising applications and proposals.
• Demonstrable track record of achieving financial targets from trusts and foundations, grant-making bodies, and major donor supporters.
• Experience of cultivating new prospects and converting them to become warm. donors.
• Proven stewardship skills with the ability to inspire and retain support from trusts, foundations, and other grant-making bodies.
• Ability to undertake in-depth prospect research and data analysis.

Desired knowledge

• Up to date knowledge of trust and foundation prospects, particularly those most suited to supporting the work of The Passage.
• Able to understand budgets and summarise financial information.
• Knowledge and expertise of working with CRM systems to effectively manage donor relationships.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent. (Desirable)
• Relevant qualification in fundraising.

Above all we are looking for inspiring and committed individuals who have a genuine desire to support people, and to help them to rebuild the

Director of Strategic Partnerships

Keychange Charity
Hybrid – Home, Community Sites & London Office
£62,000–£66,000 per annum, depending on experience
Full Time

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for building partnerships that transform lives?

Keychange is a Christian charity with over a century of experience supporting people facing homelessness, isolation, and vulnerability. We create caring communities where everyone can belong and flourish, inspired by the love and example of Jesus.

We are seeking an inspiring Director of Strategic Partnerships to join our Senior Leadership Team. In this pivotal role, you will shape our partnerships, fundraising, and advocacy—ensuring our mission remains sustainable and impactful for years to come.

Your Impact

The Director of Strategic Partnerships reports to the CEO and is a part of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), all of whom are Christian.  The SLT is responsible for the leadership, culture and Christian values of Keychange in the central office and community sites.

The person appointed to this role will:

• Maximise current impact and develop new programme opportunities for improvement and influence
• Develop and implement fundraising programmes
• Drive external partnership growth, including instigating national and local partnerships
• Lead on advocacy and influence, including local and national government policy and targets and sector themes and trajectories

For more information, please see the job pack, with key responsibilities, person specification and further information about making an application.  Interviews will be ongoing for candidates who can demonstrate the experience and attributes required, and we reserve the right to close the application process early. This role is subject to an occupational requirement, please see job pack for more details. 

How to Apply

To apply, please send:

• A cover letter outlining why this role excites you and how you meet the essential and desirable criteria

• Your up-to-date CV

Important: We’d love to hear your authentic voice—please do not use AI to write your application.

Key Dates

Deadline for applications: Midday, Thursday 24 July
Screening interviews (online): Friday 25 July
Final interviews (in person): Tuesday 29 or Wednesday 30 July

Want to Find Out More?

We know moving roles is a big step. For an informal conversation, please contact:
Sarah Hurst – Executive Assistant to the CEO

Join us in building communities of hope, care, and belonging. We welcome applications from candidates who share our vision and values.

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Job Role:

Deputy CEO

Start Date:

ASAP

Contract:

Permanent / Full time

Salary:

£50,000 per annum plus additional benefits

Location:

Remote working from home with occasional travel

Closing Date for Applications:

6th August 2025

Interviews likely to be on

18th/19th August 2025

Role Overview

Advocacy After Fatal Domestic Abuse (AAFDA) was founded by Frank Mullane in memory of his sister Julia Pemberton and her son Will who were both killed by her ex-partner in 2003. Each year, more than 200 families lose a loved one to domestic homicide or suicide or sudden death following domestic abuse. We help these families in many ways, our prime function being to provide families in England and Wales with specialist peer support and expert and specialist advocacy for the range of statutory reviews that will take place after fatal domestic abuse. 

AAFDA are recruiting a Deputy CEO to join our remote team to play a pivotal role in ensuring our operational success, driving key programmes, enhancing organisational performance, and supporting income generation efforts.

As Deputy CEO, you will be a key leader in transforming our vision into action. Working closely with the CEO, you will ensure the smooth running of the charity’s day-to-day operations and your leadership will enable AAFDA to reach new heights in both impact and growth.

We need someone with the passion and conviction to help us push for the big changes needed and the expertise to develop and position our strategy, influencing, campaigning and fundraising accordingly. The right person will be comfortable embracing chaos, and will convey resilience and calmness under pressure.

We welcome applications from candidates with experience of domestic abuse.  We are also committed to diversity and strongly encourage applications from those with Black and/or Minoritised backgrounds.

To Apply: Please see the job description and person specification. Please apply by submitting your C.V. and a supporting statement, which will be no longer than 4 sides of A4 and covers your experience and ability to fulfil the person specification.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Legacy Marketing Manager to play a key role in shaping the future of our legacy marketing programme.

Legacy gifts are our single largest source of voluntary income, with significant potential for growth. To recognise this, we have secured additional investment to help us engage, inspire and acquire new legacy supporters through multi-channel marketing activities.

Working closely with the Heads of Fundraising Campaigns and Individual Giving, you will develop strategies to raise awareness of gifts in Wills, reach new audiences and develop new supporter journeys to engage new and existing legacy pledgers and prospects with our research.

As a creative, innovative and data-led marketeer, you will develop and deliver our legacy fundraising programme with the support of your direct reports – the Legacy Marketing and Legacy Stewardship Officers – and the Digital Marketing and Fundraising Communications teams. 

You will also build important relationships with colleagues across the Development Office, including working with Philanthropy to promote legacy giving to their audiences.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will plan, manage and execute multi-channel campaigns across the marketing mix and work with your team to deliver exceptional campaigns and stewardship, to recruit, retain and engage our committed supporters. 

You will:

• Work with your Manager to devise and implement marketing and stewardship strategies to maximise legacy giving and engage with existing legacy pledgers. 
• Be responsible for using data and insights to innovate and maximise our legacy marketing campaigns to targeted audiences, and to develop, test and analyse new activities.
• Deliver legacy marketing campaigns that are fully integrated and cover the full marketing media mix (potentially including TV, email, direct mail / door drop, paid digital, events).
• Create inspiring copy and ensure that all campaigns, publications and materials fall within our tone of voice and brand guidelines.
• Undertake project management responsibilities required for the successful and timely delivery of multiple channel campaigns, in line with agreed strategies and annual plans.
• Be responsible for managing and the personal development of your team, to deliver their campaigns and activities, to agreed objectives and KPIs.
• Manage relationships with external agencies and suppliers to ensure the effective and timely delivery of campaigns and stewardship
• Develop new supporter journeys, tailored communications and events – to ensure legacy pledgers feel valued and stay engaged with our research.

About You

You’ll be passionate about using your experience in fundraising and marketing to make a difference to the lives of people with cancer, by creating inspiring multi-channel marketing campaigns that effectively raise consideration for legacy giving and uncover new legacy prospects and legacy pledgers.

To be successful, you’ll need:  

• Proven experience of managing multi-channel marketing campaigns and legacy fundraising

• Proven experience of delivering offline and online marketing campaigns

• Experience of leading and motivating internal and external stakeholders 

• Experience in monitoring, evaluating and analysing complex campaigns to improve performance and manage expenditure budgets

• Experience of developing and implementing supporter journeys across multiple channels

• Experience of writing inspiring copy and commissioning offline and online creative work

• Knowledge of fundraising laws, regulations, and best practices in the UK

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Competitive salary and pension

Directorate Information

The Development Office Directorate is responsible for fundraising and philanthropic income across the ICR, maximising support from major donors, individuals, trusts, corporates, charity partners and events. We have a proud track record of performing at a consistently high-level, raising millions every year.

This role is part of the Fundraising Campaigns and Individual Giving team, who are focused on raising funds through individual giving, gifts in Wills and sports and challenge events. Join our team in this exciting new role to help make the discoveries that are so urgently needed to improve cancer patients’ lives.

The Christie Charity is an ambitious and forward-thinking organisation with a loyal supporter base. As an independent charity, everything we do is geared to supporting the renowned Christie NHS Foundation Trust in Manchester to ensure that cancer patients receive the highest level of treatment and care and have access to world leading research and technology.  

We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised fundraiser who will be focussed on securing gifts from trusts and foundations. You will have previous experience of researching and writing detailed information. You should be a team player with excellent communication skills and be highly IT literate.

You would be part of a successful, high achieving collaborative team and be joining The Christie Charity at an exciting time, with the launch of key capital appeals enabling us to see a real step change in our income.

If you want to make a real difference to cancer patients and are ready to rise to the challenge of working for one of the most successful charities in the Northwest please apply.

Head of Individual Giving & Supporter Engagement

We are looking for a Head of Individual Giving & Supporter Engagement to join the team in this hybrid working role.

This is an exciting time to join the team and the charity on its incredible journey.

Position: Head of Individual Giving & Supporter Engagement
Location: Cambridge/Hybrid
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: Full Time (37.5 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: Thursday 24th July 2025
 

The Role

You will lead the Individual Giving and Supporter Engagement strategy, delivering the growth needed to make two new hospitals – Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital and Cambridge Children’s Hospital – a reality.

You will:

• Lead a team of fundraisers to deliver inspiring appeals and innovative fundraising propositions.
• Drive net income and supporter growth across all Individual Giving streams including regular giving, digital, appeals, and lottery.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and analysis, ensuring activities are insight-led and maximise return on investment.
• Develop first-class donor journeys and stewardship experiences to foster supporter loyalty.
• Play a pivotal role in engaging Addenbrooke’s patients and staff to build a sustainable mass participation fundraising model.

If you’re passionate about transforming healthcare and understand the power of emotionally intelligent donor engagement, we’d love to hear from you.

About You

We’re seeking an ambitious and data-savvy fundraising leader who can think both strategically and creatively.

You will have:

• Significant experience in direct marketing and individual giving at management level.
• Strong leadership credentials with a proven ability to develop and motivate teams.
• A track record in delivering successful donor acquisition and retention campaigns.
• Exceptional understanding of supporter engagement, CRM systems, and compliance including GDPR.
• Experience in developing innovative products and donor propositions, ideally in a healthcare or charity setting.

Benefits Include:

• Pension Scheme with 7% Employer Contribution
• 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays) increasing with service
• Birthday Leave
• Health Cash Plan (Medicash)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Group Life Assurance (4x salary)
• On-site Leisure Centre
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• NHS Discount Schemes

About the Organisation

Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust (ACT) is the only charity dedicated to supporting innovation in patient care across Cambridge University Hospitals. We’re working to make two world-leading hospitals a reality and improve lives for thousands of people across the region and beyond. Our supporters are at the heart of what we do – many have experienced our hospitals first-hand and their stories are integral to our success.

ACT is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Individual Giving Manager, Supporter Engagement Manager, Head of Fundraising, Direct Marketing Manager, Lottery Fundraising, Head of Donor Development, Head of Supporter Experience.

Multi-award-winning Wallace & Gromit’s Grand Appeal works in partnership with Aardman to support Bristol Children’s Hospital and St Michael’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). We are seeking a talented individual to join our ambitious team to manage our flagship family accommodation service.

You will be responsible for the operational delivery of our family accommodation service, including the management of the housekeeping team, and you will ensure that all families receive a warm welcome, and experience first-rate accommodation during their stay.

Exceptional interpersonal skills and strong organisational skills are key attributes for this role. You will engage with hospital staff, and the families in their care, on a daily basis. The successful candidate will be expected to support the principles, values, and objectives of The Grand Appeal. 

Our ideal candidate will be experienced in supporting individuals and families experiencing challenging circumstances. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate considered, balanced and reasoned judgement; and be able to navigate and address complex issues with sensitivity and delicacy.  The successful candidate will have exceptional organisational skills and a proven ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently. 

Applicants will be expected to bring energy, enthusiasm and positivity to all elements of the role, using initiative and self-motivation to drive success. The role is based across multiple sites adjacent to Bristol Children’s Hospital and St Michael’s Hospital which the applicant will be required to attend daily. 

The role will involve close collaboration with wider Grand Appeal team members to engage and actively encourage families to support the charity.  The successful applicant will also play a key role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality comms and marketing across all the sites on which accommodation is provided, by working closely with colleagues across the wider charity.

The Grand Appeal offers a dynamic, supportive, and rewarding workplace for its approx. 40 staff. We have a strong team culture in which all staff are expected to play an important part. Our staff are talented, creative, ambitious and The Grand Appeal’s most important resource.  

We offer:    

· Competitive salary

·      Generous holiday allowance

· Healthcare plan (after probation) 

· Pension scheme (including Salary Sacrifice) 

If this sounds like the right workplace for you, you have the required skills and experience, and you are looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.  

Key responsibilities:

· To lead and manage the daily operation of the Grand Appeal’s family accommodation service

· To provide a warm, supportive welcome to families staying in our accommodation

· To liaise with staff in hospital wards to allocate accommodation

· To build strong relationships with all families and guests, engage with them to encourage fundraising and support

· To manage the Standard Operating Procedures for all accommodation premises, ensuring a safe, clean and welcoming environment is provided for all guests and visitors

· To manage the housekeeping provision, ensuring a high standard of housekeeping is delivered across all accommodation sites

· To deliver strong budget and stock management and effective procurement practices

· To ensure required training, development and recruitment checks are completed for all housekeeping staff

· To consistently exhibit the values of the Grand Appeal and managerial behaviours

· To demonstrate effective team working skills across all aspects of the role

Key tasks:

Providing a high-quality accommodation experience

· Deliver high-quality accommodation service on a daily basis

· Build and maintain relationships with key staff at each hospital to ensure open communication and alignment to deliver a compliant, safe and high-quality accommodation service

· Undertake daily liaison with key ward/hospital staff to agree allocation of available accommodation

· Work closely with the hospital staff to manage any concerns arising

· Ensure accommodation is allocated in line with the Grand Appeal strategy, policies and procedures

· Provide a warm welcome and induction for guests on arrival and provide ongoing support during their stay

· Regularly review all guest materials to ensure impact and accuracy

· Develop strong relationships with guests during their stay and provide engaging information about the charity and encourage future fundraising and support

· Design and deliver a programme of regular touchpoints with guests, for example weekly coffee mornings

· Ensure guest data is accurately recorded and processed in line with GDPR requirements

· Develop and deliver a process for getting feedback on the accommodation service

 Operational management

· Work closely to support the wider Operations and Services Team

· Manage the daily allocation of work for housekeeping staff and regularly check standards

· Maintain good stock levels for cleaning materials, bedding, appliances etc., to ensure the smooth running of the accommodation

· Manage the annual accommodation budget and ensure effective procurement practices are in place and implemented

· Manage, review and suggest improvements to the Grand Appeal’s standard operating procedures for family accommodation

· On an interim basis, work with the wider team to provide whatever support is required for the servicing, maintenance and testing requirements for the accommodation e.g. fire checks and alarm servicing

Income generation and team working

· Work collaboratively to ensure all touch points for income generation are presented

· Encourage donations and fundraising from guests and provide relevant information on ways they can support the charity

· Make introductions to the wider fundraising team

· Support Grand Appeal events including representing the charity at events as required

· Act as an advocate and spokesperson for the charity, to support media requests and donor visits

· Support the marketing and communications team to help identify suitable guests to be involved in future media requests and/or case studies

Other tasks

· Keep abreast of governance requirements pursuant to all charity activity, including but not limited to the Charities Act, Fundraising            Regulator, Institute of Fundraising Code of Practice, Gambling Commission and General Data Protection Regulation.

· Carry out other tasks and duties as required, to support colleagues across the organisation.

 This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder and according to future changes/developments in the charity. All job descriptions are non-contractual and give a sense of the broad scope of the role and so include a level of flexibility. While they list some key tasks there will also always be tasks that arise, and which can be reasonably expected of the role.

Because the world needs creativity.

University of the Arts London (UAL) is looking to appoint an exceptional individual to be their new Head of Prospect Development and Operations. Ranked number two in the world for Art & Design by the QS World Rankings, UAL is the biggest provider of creative education in Europe and is proud to be an influential global leader, where creativity and innovation flourish. The University is made up of six colleges (Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion, Wimbledon College of Arts), and four institutes each making a unique contribution to creative endeavour. UAL strives to break boundaries and challenge norms, delivering cutting-edge research and ground-breaking creative education to the next generation of world-defining thinkers and doers.

The new Head of Prospect Development and Operations (PDO) will sit on the Development and Alumni Relations Management Team, using prospect research to systematically drive success in the University’s fundraising activity. The role supports all philanthropic and alumni engagement activity across the department.  They will lead a team of two, directing prospect research for maximum strategic benefit and identifying novel ways of approaching potential prospects. The new Head of PDO will also lead the department’s database operations (CRM Raiser’s Edge NXT), turning vital data into useful information, including specialist financial reports. They will improve usage of the database, manipulating it and customising it to a high level. The post-holder will have the opportunity to make a transformative difference to UAL’s development infrastructure, in advance of the University’s upcoming fundraising campaign.

UAL is looking for an excellent team leader with a strong track record in prospect development and senior-level data management. They will be technically competent and ideally an experienced user of the RE NXT database. Strong candidates will bring their ideas and experience to bear to enhance systems and processes. They should ideally be familiar with Higher Education or creative environments, as well as be aligned with the social purpose of UAL. This is an outstanding opportunity to play a pivotal role in attracting the funding that will enable UAL to generate and inspire the creativity the world needs for a better future.  

Do you have skills in managing databases? Do you have a passion for developing others and supporting our colleagues who use our CRM system?

• Part-time, 21 hours per week (three days per week)

• Based at CMS House, Oxford, with hybrid working available.  

• Starting salary £20,928 (£34,880 FTE) with further salary advancement opportunity, with a generous pension contribution: up to 10 per cent employer contribution on annual salary.

• 36 days of annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays) as well as enhanced paid sickness, maternity, paternity and adoption leave.

• Generous rewards and wellbeing package, including:

o access to 24/7 employee assistance programme with qualified counsellors

o wellbeing coffee mornings

o menopause support

o up to three volunteer days a year

o up to three family emergency leave days a year

o retreats and resources for prayer life

We welcome applications from everyone. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from minority groups as they are currently underrepresented within our organisation at this level. All appointments are made on merit of skill, experience and potential as laid down in the job description and person specification.

 Talk to us first?

If you would welcome an informal discussion (between Monday and Friday) about the role before applying, please contact us via email.

Your role

We are looking for an ICT professional who can provide training and support for all staff who are using the Access Charity CRM product to interact with our supporters and students. You will be involved in developing the processes to deliver insight driven selections, segmentation, analysis and other user needs and will also get involved in some day-to-day activities like extracting data sets and running audits.

The organisation you’ll be joining

Church Mission Society is comprised of people who are passionate about mission and fired up about helping people follow Jesus. For over 200 years CMS has been at the forefront of global mission, living out the gospel of Jesus, seeing lives changed and communities transformed. If you join CMS, you will find an organisation that has been reinvigorated with a fresh vision to make disciples of Jesus among people at the edges, both in the UK and around the world.

What you’ll need to succeed

You will have proven experience in managing databases, with the ability to train and support our staff. You will have the patience to explain technical things in non-technical language. It is also a requirement for this post holder to be committed to the aims and values of CMS.

Further details can be found in the job description and person specification available to download on the CMS website.

Our commitment to you

Our core values of being pioneering, relational, faithful and evangelistic are integral to everything we do, and we work hard to ensure that every member of staff is valued, supported and encouraged to continually learn and develop their skills.

We are committed to the safeguarding and protection of the people we serve, our partners, our volunteers and our staff. We believe that every child or adult we come into contact with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm and abuse. Our recruitment and selection processes are in line with our Safeguarding Policy and the SCHR Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, which CMS is a member of as part of our commitment to safeguarding.

Closing date

We must get your application by midnight on Sunday 3 August 2025.

Interviews are planned to be held on Wednesday 20 August 2025 at CMS House, Oxford.

To apply

Please send your application form and CV on website or by post to HR Team, Church Mission Society, Watlington Road, Oxford OX4 6BZ. CVs will only be considered when sent with a completed application form, which is available to download from our website.

Candidates for all UK roles must already be eligible to work in the UK, with a valid visa and work permit if required.

As a member of the Inter-agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, CMS has committed to systematically check with previous employers from the last five years for any SEAH (Sexual Exploitation, Abuse or Harassment) issues relating to all potential new hires.

Do you want to use your skills to make a real difference in people’s lives? Join St Peter’s Hospice, Bristol’s only adult hospice, and help us deliver outstanding care by growing our income from high-value supporters. Every one of us plays a part in changing the way dying is experienced. That’s what makes working here different.

As Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our strategy to grow income from major donors, corporate partners, and trusts and foundations. Reporting to the Head of Fundraising, you’ll lead a team of three and be responsible for identifying where to best focus our time and resources to achieve the greatest return on investment.

You’ll manage your own portfolio of high-value relationships, while also overseeing prospect research, pipeline development, and stewardship planning. This is a strategic and hands-on role, ideal for someone who thrives on building relationships, spotting opportunities, and driving sustainable growth.

We’re looking for a confident and collaborative fundraiser with a proven track record in securing five-figure+ donations and building lasting relationships with major supporters. You’ll have experience across one or more of following areas: major donors, corporate fundraising, or trusts and foundations. You’ll be a strategic thinker with strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels. You’ll also be a supportive and motivating leader, passionate about delivering a great experience for our donors and team alike.

What We Offer

• Flexible working arrangements
• Free on-site parking
• 27 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Access to discounts from top UK retailers

The details

• Working 30 - 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Permanent position
• Salary of £37,297 - £41,442 FTE, dependent on experience

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing strategies to grow income from major donors, corporates, and trusts/foundations, focusing on areas with the greatest growth potential.
• Leading and supporting a team of three, ensuring resources are aligned with strategic priorities.
• Building and maintaining a strong network of relationships, externally with funders & stakeholders & internally with colleagues across the charity
• Monitoring and reporting on budgets, KPIs, and fundraising performance.

Ready to make a difference?

Please be aware that we will review applications as they come in and therefore may close the vacancy before the closing date, so candidates are advised to apply early.   

Strictly no agencies.

Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy Manager

We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy Manager with a proven track record of securing high-value support from corporate partners and major donors.

This is an exciting time to join the South West’s largest youth homelessness charity, leading on the development and growth of partnerships that will help transform the lives of young people.

Position: Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy Manager
Location: Kingsley Hall / Hybrid (with expectation to meet in person 2 days per week)
Salary: £40,476 - £43,693 per annum (plus pending 3.2% pay award backdated to the employment start date)
Hours: Full Time (37.5 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent

 Closing Date: 23:59 on Monday 28th July 2025
Interview Date: Monday 4th August 2025

 The Role

You will play a vital role in leading our fundraising strategy with a strong focus on corporate partnerships and philanthropy. You will play a leading role in the Fundraising and Communications Team, and use your fundraising experience and relationship-building skills to:

• Lead the development and delivery of our Fundraising and External Communications strategies.
• Build and manage a robust pipeline of corporate and major donor prospects.
• Develop and negotiate tailored partnerships that generate income, in-kind support, and new opportunities for young people.
• Personally steward high-value partnerships and donors ensuring long-term and mutually beneficial engagement.
• Line manage a small, high-performing team.
• Act as a senior ambassador, representing the charity at external events and media opportunities.
• Ensure all fundraising and communications activity is ethical, compliant, and aligned with our commitment to youth voice and participation.

 About You

We’re looking for a tenacious, strategic relationship-builder with a passion for youth empowerment and social justice.

You will have:

• A proven track record of securing high-value support from corporate partners and major donors.
• Experience of meeting and exceeding income targets.
• Excellent skills in building relationships  
• A commitment to youth voice, inclusion, and equitable practices.
• Experience managing, supporting and developing a team.
• Sound understanding of fundraising regulations and ethical fundraising practices.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence representing an organisation externally.

 Benefits Include:

• 30 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Health Cash Plan via HSF
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Generous learning and development support
• Wellbeing initiatives, including regular wellbeing check-ins
• A supportive, collaborative and inclusive team environment

 About the Organisation

We are 1625 Independent People, a leading youth homelessness charity based in the Southwest, supporting over 1,500 young people each year. Our mission is driven by social justice, inclusion, and youth empowerment. We offer high quality housing, support, and opportunities for young people to thrive.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, and we actively welcome applications from people with lived experience, racially minoritised communities, and all protected characteristics.

 Other roles you may have experience of could include Corporate Partnerships Manager, Philanthropy Manager, Fundraising Manager, Strategic Partnerships Manager, Senior Fundraising Manager, or Major Donor Manager, etc….

Fresh Futures is happy to announce a vacancy with an exciting opportunity to manage and grow a pipeline of existing and prospective corporate supporters, with an aim to shape meaningful collaborations that make a real difference.

Established over 50 years ago, Fresh Futures is a regional charity dedicated to supporting disadvantaged and vulnerable children, young people and their families. Our vision is for all children, young people and their families to have opportunities for a better life, now and in the future.

Hours of Work: This role is offered at 30 hours per week. However, we are open to discussing slightly reduced hours, flexible working patterns, or a job share arrangement for the right candidate(s). If you are interested in alternative working arrangements, please outline your ideal working pattern in your covering email when submitting your application

Contract: Permanent
Salary: £31,249.40 FTE (will be pro rata when hours confirmed)
Base: Brian Jackson House, Huddersfield, HD1 5JP

Closing Date: Sunday 27th July 2025 at 5:00pm

Interview Date: Thursday 31st July 2025

Purpose of the job

Why the job exists and overall responsibility

• Income generation through a diverse range of sources including but not limited to corporate and community fundraising and grants and trust applications
• Delivery of marketing and communications across the charity
• Line management of an officer with responsibility for fundraising and communication activities
• Budget management for projects and campaigns
• Internal and external event delivery
• Management and project delivery of discrete projects and fundraising campaigns
• Involvement in volunteering activities
• Contribute to delivery and development of the Fundraising and Engagement Strategy

Main Activities

Income Generation:

• Build multi-year corporate relationships that generate income and gifts in-kind by creating and maintaining an active pipeline
• Identify and cultivate opportunities for new partnerships and funding streams
• Manage a portfolio of partners and fundraisers, ensuring effective communication and stewardship
• Prepare and submit funding applications and reports in a timely manner
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure project delivery and reporting
• Ensure the CRM system is updated regularly to reflect activities and report to KPIs set by the Head of Income and Engagement

Marketing and Communications:

• Contribute to the creation and delivery of key marketing materials across multiple channels and audiences
• Maintain accurate records of activity and performance, generating regular performance reports
• Work collaboratively cross team to ensure delivery of all elements relating to projects and campaigns across the charity
• Develop audience approach content for social media and disseminate in a timely manner, supporting all teams marketing needs
• Responsibility for development and updates to websites across Fresh Futures
• Explore new marketing channels and build external marketing partnerships offering in-kind support
• Write press releases and deliver media interviews representing the charity, as directed by the Head of Income and Engagement

Line Management:

• Manage an officer working within the income and engagement team to effectively deliver all aspects of their role
• Work closely with Managers to ensure they are receiving the support they need from the Income and Engagement team
• Plan team delivery alongside the other Income and Engagement Manager to manage work allocation and delivery effectively within the team

Budgets:

• Assist the Head of Income and Engagement with the preparation of budgets
• Responsible for the management of specific project or campaign budgets,
• ensuring costs are always monitored and income targets are met (where appropriate)

Internal and external event delivery:

• Support delivery of internal events, to budget and in a timely manner, including
• liaison with suppliers, and attendees
• Build partnerships and attend external events to represent Fresh Futures and raise awareness of the charity
• Support delivery of internal events, to budget and in a timely manner, including liaison with suppliers, speakers and attendees
• Oversee event budgets as directed by the Head of Income and Engagement

Volunteer delivery:

• Design and deliver presentations to third-sector organisations, businesses, and universities to showcase and promote Fresh Futures
• Work with the leadership team in supporting Fresh Futures’ vision for the future and create appropriate volunteering opportunities to support the vision and strategy moving forward

Discrete project and campaign delivery:

• Manage key fundraising projects or campaigns in a timely manner
• Oversee budgets and meet income targets, where appropriate
• Manage junior staff members or temp workers to deliver projects or campaigns effectively and within the designated timescale
• Develop and deliver fundraising campaigns or projects using appropriate project management tools, including but not limited to the CRM system

Strategy:

• Support the Head of Income and Engagement and the SLT in developing the
• strategic direction for the Income and Engagement team
• Work within the team to delivery the Income and Engagement Strategy
• Manage junior members of the team to deliver key aspects of the strategy as identified to sit within their remit

Knowledge, training and experience required

• Experience working within the voluntary sector generating income and running fundraising campaigns
• Experience of Canva, CRM systems, social media scheduling platforms useful
• Knowledge of a range of fundraising approaches and marketing techniques
• Experience working with a range of external partners including from the commercial sector

Key personal characteristics

• Flexible and reliable
• Team player
• Target driven
• Ability to work in a busy and fast paced environment independently

About Winnall Rock School

Winnall Rock School (WRS) is a grassroots youth music charity, offering free and low-cost music education to young people aged 10-18 across Winchester. Our inclusive, creative and community-led approach empowers young people to develop confidence, resilience and musical skill. We enable those facing economic disadvantage, neurodiversity, or social isolation, to express themselves and find their voice.

Since our founding in 2004, and becoming a registered charity in 2014, WRS has grown into a vital cultural fixture for Winchester's youth. Now, we are entering an exciting period of renewal and growth, and are seeking a dedicated Operations Manager to help us secure the future of our work.

The Role

This role is ideal for a motivated and experienced charity professional who thrives in a multi-disciplinary role. The Operations Manager will take on day-to-day operational responsibility for the delivery of our weekly sessions and programmes, while leading our fundraising efforts to secure long-term sustainability.

The post-holder will be the main point of contact for young people, families, tutors, and partners, and will work closely with the WRS trustees and Creative Director to ensure smooth operations, continued engagement, and growing impact.

Initially, we are seeking the successful applicant to work under contract for 3 days per week for 6 months, at a daily rate of £180-£200 per day based on a 7.5 hour working day (£24-£26.60 per hour). Success in this role could lead to the post being extended beyond the initial six months.

Working Pattern
This is a hybrid role with a mix of home-based and in-person responsibilities. The successful candidate must be available every Tuesday evening during term time to attend and manage our weekly music sessions in Winchester. This includes opening and closing the venue and providing on-site operational support.

Job Requirements

Essential

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar project mangagement/fundraising role within the charity sector.
• Demonstrable success securing income from trusts, foundations and/or individual donors.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple workstreams independently.
• Confident communicator, with experience building relationships with partners and stakeholders.
• Comfortable with light-touch safeguarding and youth work responsibilities.
• Able to work flexibly, including Tuesday evenings on-site in Winchester.

Desirable

• Experience in the arts, youth, education or wellbeing sectors.
• Experience producing monitoring reports for funders.
• An understanding of the social value of inclusive youth music-making

Job Responsibilities

Coordinate Tuesday night sessions: open/close venue, manage registers, safeguarding and family liaison. Maintain our central database. Plan and deliver events including shows and holiday workshops; manage logistics, suppliers, venues and risk assessments. Lead fundraising from trusts and foundations; support individual giving and sponsorships; contribute to monitoring and reporting. Develop local partnerships, support communications, and represent WRS in the community. Work with trustees and Creative Director to support planning, tutor onboarding, safeguarding, and internal systems.

How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter (1200 words maximum) outlining your suitability for the role by Sunday 3rd August 2025.

Successful applicants will be notified by Tuesday 5th August. Interviews will be on 14th and 15th August.

We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of the communities we serve, and from groups currently underrepresented in the arts and charity sectors.

Circa £42,000 per annum

Permanent

Part home/Part office (London) based

UNICEF ensures more of the world’s children are vaccinated, educated and protected than any other organisation. We have done more to influence laws and policies to help protect children than anyone else. We get things done. And we’re not going to stop until the world is a safe place for all our children.

This is a great opportunity to join the UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK) as Corporate Business Development Manager.

The Business Development team is focused on building the new business pipeline, increasing the variety and volume of our partnerships, ensuring all relationships align with business objectives to deliver for the partner and for children. This role is central to achieving UNICEF UK’s ambitions in working with the private sector and will have responsibility for cultivating and securing multi-million-pound partnerships with major UK companies.

We are looking for someone who has clear experience of corporate fundraising, including a track record of managing the full life cycle (end-to-end) of the business development process. You will have secured 6-figure partnerships in the past. You will be supporter driven and mission aligned. You will be organised, have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, you use confidently to build authentic relationships with decision makers and leaders. Resilience and demonstrating patience and perseverance during setbacks and challenges are also essential.

Act now and visit the website via the apply button to apply online.

Closing date: 8am, Monday 28th July 2025.

First Round Interview date: Monday 11th August 2025 (via video conferencing MS Teams).

Second Round Interview date: Tuesday 19th August 2025 (in-person at UNICEF UK’s Stratford Office).

In return, we offer:

· excellent pay and benefits (including flexible working, generous annual leave and pension, big brand discounts and wellbeing tools)

· outstanding training and learning opportunities and the support to flourish in your role

· impressive open plan office space and facilities on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

· an open culture and workplace with colleagues who share our values, enjoy their work and are motivated to do their utmost for children.

· the opportunity to work in a leading children’s organisation making a difference to children around the world

Our application process: We use a system called "Applied" that anonymises your responses and focuses on your actual skills that are relevant to this role. This benefits you by giving you a greater chance of expressing your skills in this objective selection process.

We anticipate most colleagues will work one or two days a week in the office on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford, East London and the rest of the time from home.  We will happily discuss other flexible options to suit your circumstances.

We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, disabled candidates, and from men, because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at this level at UNICEF UK. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for children.

UNICEF UK promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We make employment decisions by matching business needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

We welcome a conversation about your flexible working requirements, personal growth, and promoting a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.

The successful candidate will be required to apply for a criminal records check. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the role and the circumstances of your offences.

We only accept online applications as this saves us money, making more funds available for us to help ensure children’s rights.

If you require support in completing the online form or an application form in an alternative format, please contact the Supporter Care line during office hours.

If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note that we only provide feedback to shortlisted candidates.

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