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Save the Children UK is looking for a Challenge Events Manager to lead the delivery and development of our exciting portfolio of challenge events. From iconic events such as the London Marathon and Great North Run to a wider programme of fundraising challenges, you'll play a key role in creating fantastic experiences for our supporters, growing participation and engagement, and maximising vital income for children.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced events, fundraising or supporter engagement professional who enjoys bringing people together, managing multiple projects and using insight and creativity to continually improve the supporter experience and grow the impact of our Challenge Events programme.
About Us
Save the Children UK believes every child deserves a future. In the UK and around the world, we work every day to give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. When crisis strikes, and children are most vulnerable, we are always among the first to respond and the last to leave. We ensure children's unique needs are met and their voices are heard. We deliver lasting results for millions of children, including those hardest to reach.
About the Team
The purpose of the Public Impact Group is to build an active community of people in the UK who give money, time and take action to enable lasting change for children.
As Public Income and Engagement, we deliver sector leading opportunities for the UK public to create impact for children. Working closely with colleagues across Public Impact, we deliver a cohesive approach to public engagement that generates income, builds awareness, changes minds and opinions, prompts people to act, and builds deep relationships with supporters. Value exchange is at the heart of our approach.
About the role
The Challenge Events Manager is responsible for the successful delivery and ongoing development of Save the Children's Challenge Events programme. Working closely with the Supporter-Led Fundraising Lead, the role manages a portfolio of challenge events delivering excellent supporter experiences while meeting participation, engagement and income targets.
The role works collaboratively across the organisation to drive continuous improvement, identify opportunities for growth and maximise fundraising outcomes through effective stewardship, marketing and operational delivery.
In this role, you will:
- Deliver agreed participation, income and fundraising targets across the Challenge Events portfolio.
- Lead the successful delivery and continual development of the Challenge Events programme, ensuring an excellent supporter experience from sign up through to event completion.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with participants, event organisers and internal stakeholders to maximise engagement, fundraising performance and long-term supporter value.
- Lead the delivery of supporter acquisition, engagement and stewardship activity across Challenge Events and In Aid of Fundraising, using insight to continually improve performance.
- Monitor and evaluate portfolio performance, using data, supporter feedback and market insight to identify opportunities for growth, innovation and continuous improvement.
- Contribute to the planning and development of the Challenge Events portfolio, providing insight and recommendations to support future growth and maximise return on investment.
- Contribute to departmental income reporting, budgeting and forecasting, ensuring accurate monitoring of performance and expenditure.
- Manage multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining high standards of operational delivery, financial management and supporter stewardship.
- Ensure all Challenge Events activity is delivered in line with safeguarding, health and safety, risk management and compliance requirements, including the development and maintenance of appropriate event documentation, risk assessments and operational plans.
About you
To be successful, it is important that you have/are:
- Experience of delivering successful fundraising, events, marketing or supporter engagement activity. (Experience within challenge events desirable.)
- Experience of managing multiple priorities and projects simultaneously while maintaining high standards of delivery.
- Strong relationship management skills with the ability to build effective relationships with supporters, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Experience using data, reporting and insight to inform decision making and improve performance.
- Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience of supporter stewardship and engagement.
- Experience of event planning and delivery.
- Understanding of digital marketing channels and supporter acquisition activity.
- Commitment to Save the Children's vision, mission and values.
What we offer you
We promote flexibility, inclusion, collaboration, and wellbeing both at work and beyond, and offer a wide range of benefits designed to reward your hard work and inspire you to help improve the lives of children every day.
Some of the benefits you can expect include:
- Generous Annual Leave – Starting at 27 days per year (pro rata for part-time employees) increasing with service up to 32 days, plus public holidays and our annual 'Save the Children Day'.
- Family Leave – Up to 39 weeks of maternity/adoption pay (including up to 21 weeks full pay) and paternity/adoption leave of 10 weeks full pay (plus statutory entitlement).
- Special Leave – Up to 10 days paid leave per year (pro rata) for urgent or exceptional personal circumstances, without using annual leave.
- Volunteer Leave – Up to 3 days paid leave per year to support volunteering and give back.
- Pension & Life Assurance – Helping you plan for the future with up to 7% employer pension contributions.
- Employee Discounts – Access thousands of deals across groceries, retail, tech, travel, fitness, and more.
- Health & Wellbeing Support – Including access to a 24/7 Virtual GP and Employee Assistance Programme and Counselling, eye care support, and seasonal flu vaccinations.
Please note: To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience. Unfortunately once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications.
Location & Ways of Working:
The majority of our roles can be performed remotely in the UK, but at times you will be required to come to your contracted office (usually between 2–4 days per month, depending on the needs of your role, team, or service). For many roles, this is likely to be the minimum required to deliver impact.
This will be discussed and agreed with your manager / team and we encourage candidates to discuss our ways of working in more detail at interview stage.
Flexible Working - We are happy to discuss flexible working options at interview.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Save the Children UK believes in a world that is fair, inclusive and equitable where all children have the opportunity to change their world. We apply this to our workforce, and we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organisation where structural inequality is actively addressed, and all employees have a sense of belonging and feel that they can thrive.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, and are especially interested in hearing from people with diverse and intersecting identities such as lived experience of poverty, people of faith, people of colour, people with disabilities, with experience of migration and/or refugee status, care-experienced people, the LGBTQIA+ community and individuals with experience living in diverse families.
We are not looking for just one type of person - we want to recruit people who can add fresh perspectives, innovative ideas or challenge that disrupts the risk of group think. We know that different voices working together will enable us to do our work better, improving the lives of children around the world.
Closing Date: 25 August 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Community and Events Manager
Full time - 35 hours per week
Location – Hybrid Working with a minimum of one day a week working from Head Office in London
Join our friendly team
We have an exciting opportunity for a Community and Events Manager to join our Fundraising team. This is a fantastic role for an experienced fundraiser who is passionate about developing supporter-led fundraising, delivering exceptional events and building meaningful relationships that help families stay together when they need it most.
Our charity
The Sick Children's Trust is the charity that provides a welcoming 'Home from Home' where families with a sick child in hospital can stay. But we're more than bricks and mortar, our friendly, caring staff are there to support families when they really need it.
Hospital can be a lonely and scary place for anyone, but especially a child. Providing around 3,200 families a year with somewhere to stay together just minutes from the hospital means that they can be by their sick child's side and have one less thing to worry about.
The Role
This is a varied and rewarding fundraising management role, focused on developing and delivering an ambitious community and events fundraising programme that generates sustainable income, increases awareness of our work and builds long-term supporter relationships.
You will lead the development of community fundraising across the UK, supporting and inspiring individuals, families, schools, community groups, volunteers and local businesses to raise funds for the charity. At the same time, you will manage a portfolio of challenge and special events, ensuring excellent supporter experiences and strong financial returns.
You will oversee key events including our Carol Service, Supper Club and Golf Day, while also growing participation in challenge events such as the London Marathon, half marathons, walks, cycling events and other fundraising activities. You will identify new opportunities for growth, diversification and supporter acquisition across both community and events fundraising.
Working collaboratively with colleagues across Fundraising, Communications and Marketing, House Teams and external partners, you will help maximise fundraising income, increase engagement and ensure our supporters receive outstanding stewardship.
You will also lead and develop a small fundraising team, creating a collaborative and high-performing culture while supporting individuals to achieve their objectives and develop their skills.
This role requires a proactive and ambitious fundraiser with strong leadership, relationship-building and project management skills, together with the ability to manage multiple priorities and drive income growth.
About you
We're looking for someone who is passionate about community and events fundraising and motivated by creating meaningful opportunities for people to support our work.
You will have a proven track record in community fundraising, events fundraising or a related supporter-led income stream, with experience of building strong relationships and engaging supporters from a wide range of backgrounds.
You will be an excellent communicator and collaborator, equally comfortable inspiring volunteers, supporting families who want to fundraise, representing the charity at events, or working with colleagues to develop new campaigns and initiatives.
You will have experience of leading and developing people, managing projects and budgets, and balancing multiple priorities while maintaining excellent attention to detail.
Ultimately, this is a great role for someone who enjoys leading from the front, building relationships and developing innovative fundraising activities that make a real difference to families with seriously ill children.
This is a great opportunity, and we are reviewing applications as we receive them, so early application is advised.
The recruitment pack will provide you with more information about the role. If this role sounds like something you will excel in, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply please submit your CV with a covering letter demonstrating how you meet the criteria set out in the job description and person specification.
Closing date: 28 August 2026
Job Title: Church Engagement and Events Officer
Responsible to: Senior Fundraising Manager
Salary: £29,706 – £31,908
Location: USPG, 5 Trinity Street, London, SE1 1DB
Hours of work: Full time – 35 hours per week (Minimum two days per week in the London office). Occasional weekend and evening work with time off in lieu. The post involves up to 20% travel within Britain and Ireland.Permanent contract.
The package also includes
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8% employer contribution to a pension
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25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and additional discretionary leave during the Christmas week
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Season Ticket Loan
USPG is the Anglican mission agency that partners with churches and communities worldwide in God’s mission to enliven faith, strengthen relationships, unlock potential and champion justice. You can find out more about our work by visiting our website.
The Job
Reporting to the Senior Fundraising Manager, this role sits within the Communications, Engagement and Fundraising team. The Church Engagement and Events Officer will play a key role in building relationships with churches, supporters and volunteers across Britain, Ireland and Europe, helping them engage more deeply with USPG's vision and mission.
You will lead the planning and delivery of USPG's events programme, including the USPG Conference, Founder's Day, In Conversation Dinners and the annual Carol Service, as well as supporting the organisation's presence at festivals, synods and other national events. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, you will help create inspiring and engaging experiences that raise awareness of USPG's global mission.
As the first point of contact for many church supporters, you will provide excellent stewardship, support and resources that inspire churches and communities to engage through prayer, giving and action. You will also contribute to the development of USPG's church engagement activity, helping to strengthen supporter relationships and increase engagement across the church year.
About You
You are a confident and proactive relationship builder with experience in planning events and working with churches, supporters, volunteers or Christian organisations. You are passionate about helping people engage with mission, justice and the global Church.
An organised and effective communicator, you can manage multiple projects and events, build strong stakeholder relationships and work independently while contributing to a collaborative team. You are comfortable engaging with clergy, church leaders, volunteers and supporters, and are motivated by USPG's mission and Christian ethos.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in church engagement, events and supporter relations within a respected international mission agency. If you have the skills, enthusiasm and commitment to help churches connect with God's mission around the world, we'd love to hear from you.
How to apply
Please download and complete the attached application form and email it to HR as indicated on the document.
If you would like to discuss the role, please feel free to contact Natasha Bourne, HR Manager.
Closing Date: 31st August 2026
Provisional Interview Date: 8th September 2026
We bring people together from different parts of the global Church in mutually enriching conversation and profound encounters.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are looking for a part-time Operations Manager to support our Executive Director and wider team by taking an operational lead, keeping a birds eye view over all of our activities and our infrastructure - and ensuring the principles and processes we’ve collectively agreed to are working optimally.
You will provide essential operational, administrative, financial and IT support. Lead in the day to day operations of the organisation, including office tasks, diary management and systemic thinking for our internal communications.
TERMS AND BENEFITS
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Fixed term contract for 12 months (with the possibility of extension depending on future grants), £38,000 pro rata (equivalent to £22,800 per year), with a September or October 2026 start.
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25 days of paid annual leave pro rata, plus bank holidays. In addition, the MDP office closes for two paid weeks over Christmas and New Year.
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4% pension (3% employer and 5% employee contributions)
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Access to training and mentoring opportunities to develop in the role, if needed.
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Flexibility in working hours and TOIL.
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Central London office space. MDP’s office is in Vauxhall, London. Staff have daily access to the office and the team works from the office together at least once a week.
OUR VALUES
Migrant Democracy Project (MDP) is building migrant power in the UK. We build political power by getting migrants registered to vote, we organise for votes for all residents, and we support the leadership development of migrant leaders. We want to build a society where migrants’ interests and needs are heard, included and represented in all levels of UK politics.
We work in solidarity. We recognise that our struggles, liberation, identities, and oppressions are interconnected. We do not exist in isolation to other communities.
Our fight for migrant justice is tied to queer and trans liberation, racial and disability justice, reproductive freedoms, freedom for Palestine and all oppressed people, anti-capitalism, and beyond.
KEY DUTIES - Please read the Operations Manager job specification attached document before applying for a full list of duties.
- Office & Team Support: managing the MDP office, keeping it stocked, ensuring the compliance of the office environment and support the Executive Director with diary and meetings.
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Project Management: support the team with resources, templates and systems for them to do their work effectively, implementing and managing MDP's project management platform and ensure the team are supported through their work.
- Operations & Compliance: ensure MDP is compliant with relevant policies and ensure their timely implementation, keeping track of compliance and training needs and be the point of contact in the team for safeguarding matters.
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Security of the team and community: staying up to date with best practice on digital and physical security and ensure the wider community that interacts with MDP is safeguarded.
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People Management and recruitment: maintaining records of staff leave, expenses and training needs, support the Executive Director with recruitment processes and ensure the team has access to the processes allowing them to grow and flourish.
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Online systems: manage MDP's Google Workspace, internal communications and staff shared drives, accounts and onboarding.
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Finance Support: pay small invoices and process staff expense forms, submitting relevant invoices and manage MDP's expense card system.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS - Please read the Operations Manager job specification attached document before applying for a full list of qualifications.
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At least three years of experience in an administrative, operations, or office management role, ideally within a small NGO or human rights organisation.
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Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively to meet deadlines.
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Excellent organisation skills, with extensive experience in project and program management, a proven ability to plan, organise, and lead the implementation of plans and processes.
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Excellent digital skills including on platforms such as Excel, Airtable, Google Workspace, or general software.
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Good knowledge of policies relevant to the operations of an organisation.
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Experience using Xero, Soldo or similar software for processing invoices and expenses.
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Experience maintaining accurate records and systems, with excellent attention to detail.
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Experience supporting recruitment, onboarding or volunteer coordination.
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Understanding of data protection principles (e.g. GDPR), general policy compliance, and experience handling confidential information.
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Experience in diary management.
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Excellent knowledge using Google Suite.
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Comfortable in a start-up environment and experience working in a small team, where flexibility is required to meet emerging tasks and deadlines.
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Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
HOW TO APPLY
Please send your CV with the Subject Line “FIRST NAME LAST NAME OPERATIONS MANAGER” by 31 August 2026 and complete the online form following the guidance in the application pack.
MDP is dedicated to the kind of diversity and inclusion that makes our organisation thrive. We highly encourage people to apply who identify as migrants and refugees; women, trans or nonbinary; LGBTQIA+; Black or BIPOC; and disabled.
Please let us know if you have any access needs or requirements. We will work with you to help you achieve your best.
DECISION-MAKING TIMELINE
We are looking for the Operations Manager to start in September or October 2026. The applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and interviews will be scheduled accordingly.
Interview process
● Stage 1: shortlisted candidates will be invited for a 20 minute interview online with the Executive Director.
● Stage 2: if successful after Stage 1, shortlisted candidates will be invited for a 75 minute interview in-person. This will include a practical exercise and questions about your experience. You will have an opportunity to ask us questions as well.
Please download and refer to the full application pack for the job description and follow the application process outlined there.
We are organising and building power amongst migrants at home in the UK to shape a society rooted in justice, reflecting our needs and interests.
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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!
Events Officer
Full time - 35 hours per week
Location – Hybrid Working with a minimum of one day a week working from Head Office in London
Join our friendly team
We have an exciting opportunity for an Events Officer to join our Fundraising team. This is a fantastic role for someone who is passionate about creating memorable fundraising events and building strong supporter relationships that help families stay together during some of the most difficult times of their lives.
Our charity
The Sick Children's Trust is the charity that provides a welcoming 'Home from Home' where families with a sick child in hospital can stay. But we're more than bricks and mortar, our friendly, caring staff are there to support families when they really need it.
Hospital can be a lonely and scary place for anyone, but especially a child. Providing around 3,200 families a year with somewhere to stay together just minutes from the hospital means that they can be by their sick child's side and have one less thing to worry about.
The Role
This is a varied and rewarding events fundraising role, focused on delivering exceptional fundraising events and challenge activities that generate income and raise awareness of the charity.
You will help deliver key events including our Carol Service, Supper Club and Golf Day, while also supporting participants taking part in challenge events such as the London Marathon, Great North Run, London Landmarks Half Marathon and Royal Parks Half Marathon.
You'll build strong relationships with supporters, participants, volunteers, suppliers and partners, providing excellent stewardship and ensuring they have a positive experience with the charity. You will also work closely with colleagues across Fundraising, Communications and Marketing to maximise the success and reach of our events programme.
The role will involve monitoring event budgets, maintaining accurate records, securing auction prizes and pro bono support, and helping to identify new opportunities to grow income and engagement.
This role requires a proactive and organised approach, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while delivering outstanding supporter experiences.
About you
We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic about events fundraising and motivated by creating engaging experiences that inspire people to support our work.
You will have strong interpersonal and communication skills and enjoy building relationships with a wide range of people. You will be equally comfortable supporting a marathon runner with their fundraising, liaising with suppliers, or welcoming guests to one of our special events.
You will have excellent organisational skills and be confident managing competing priorities and deadlines. You'll enjoy working as part of a collaborative team while also being able to take ownership of your own projects and responsibilities.
Ultimately, this is a great role for someone who loves events, enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and understands that no two days are the same.
The recruitment pack will provide you with more information about the role. If this role sounds like something you will excel in, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply please submit your CV with a covering letter demonstrating how you meet the criteria set out in the job description and person specification.
Closing date: 28 August 2026
The purpose of this role is to lead the design and delivery of learning programmes that help social entrepreneurs create lasting impact. You’ll take direct responsibility for facilitating cohorts as well as leading 1-2-1 coaching and diagnostics, and delivering Action Learning Sets, SSE’s long-standing peer-coaching method (training provided). You’ll hold accountability for the quality of programmes allocated to you. You’ll work alongside our learning facilitators and our learning and enterprise development managers to ensure every programme stays true to our action learning approach.
As SSE deepens its focus on commercial acumen and scale-up support, you’ll help make sure that direction reaches every cohort you work with — keeping your programmes as sharp, practical and impactful as everything else we do. You’ll bring your own commercial awareness to how you facilitate, and build relationships with contributors, speakers and specialists who can bring real-world commercial expertise into the room for your cohorts.
You’ll succeed in this role if you believe in what social entrepreneurship can achieve and want to support social ventures to grow and create more impact in their communities and beyond.
To equip people with skills, funding, and networks to realise their potential, improve lives and protect the planet.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
Fundraising Delivery
· Deliver challenge and community fundraising campaigns and events that achieve agreed income and participation targets.
· Support the Community & Challenge Events Manager with the delivery and stewardship of Back Up's London Marathon programme, taking ownership of agreed areas of delivery.
· Support delivery of The Push, No Limits Ride, Do the Loop and other Back Up Challenge Events.
· Deliver accessible, inclusive Community fundraising opportunities.
· Coordinate suppliers, volunteers and event logistics.
· Maintain accurate CRM and financial records.
Supporter Experience & Stewardship
· Build long-term supporter relationships that maximise fundraising, retention and lifetime value.
· Coach and motivate supporters to exceed fundraising targets.
· Deliver timely stewardship, thanking and impact reporting.
· Identify opportunities to improve supporter experience, fundraising performance and operational efficiency, making recommendations to the Community & Challenge Events Manager.
Planning, Performance & Insight
· Monitor recruitment, participation, fundraising and stewardship KPIs across the community and challenge fundraising portfolio.
· Maintain accurate supporter records, event information and financial data within the CRM and fundraising platforms.
· Produce performance reports and updates for the Community & Challenge Events Manager.
· Gather and share supporter feedback and learning to help evaluate and continually improve fundraising activities.
· Support the effective administration and evaluation of fundraising activities, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with fundraising policies and procedures.
Collaboration
· Work with Communications & Marketing on recruitment and stewardship.
· Work with Services to engage participants and volunteers.
· Support Corporate Partnerships.
· Champion fundraising across the organisation.
The above list is not exclusive or exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to undertake such duties as may reasonably be expected within the scope of this role.
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
Essential:
· Experience delivering community or challenge fundraising.
· Excellent supporter stewardship skills.
· Experience achieving income targets and KPIs.
· Strong project management and organisational skills.
· Experience with CRM systems and online fundraising platforms
· Ability to use data and insight.
· Creative, proactive and collaborative.
· Commitment to inclusive and accessible fundraising.
· Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends.
Desirable:
· Experience delivering London Marathon or other mass participation events.
· Experience working with volunteers.
· Experience working with people with lived experience of disability/health conditions
· Knowledge of fundraising regulation.
· Experience with Salesforce, Fundraise Up, Raisley and Enthuse platforms
· Understanding of spinal cord injury or disability sector.
Please apply via charity jobs,
• A CV (including two referees, one of whom should be your present or most recent employer. We will contact them after interview.)
• A (maximum) two side A4 supporting statement, saying why you want the job and explaining how you meet the criteria in the job description. This statement is crucial; CVs alone will not be accepted.
• A completed equal opportunities form. This form will be kept separate from your application and not viewed by the recruiting manager. It is used to help us assess the diversity of our applicants to ensure our processes are fair to all. It is optional to fill in, but it will help us improve and maintain high standards.
At Back Up, our vision is a world where everyone affected by spinal cord injury can reach their full potential.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join Rays of Sunshine at an exciting stage of growth and help create unforgettable supporter experiences that bring joy and hope to seriously ill children.
We’re looking for an organised, proactive and people-focused Public Fundraising Executive (Community & Challenge Events) to join our ambitious Fundraising team and help support, develop and grow our Challenge Events programme, alongside delivering Community Fundraising activity.
This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who loves working with people, enjoys making things happen and wants to see the direct impact of their work.
With an initial focus on our expanded London Marathon programme, you’ll help recruit, onboard and support runners and challenge event participants, ensuring they feel motivated, informed and part of Team Sunshine throughout their fundraising journey.
You’ll also support the development and delivery of our wider Challenge Events portfolio, helping us strengthen existing events, explore new opportunities and grow participation and income across a varied programme of third-party and supporter-led events. You’ll work closely with colleagues and supporters to ensure each event is well planned, well promoted and delivers a brilliant experience from sign-up through to event day and beyond.
Alongside this, you’ll support our wider Community Fundraising programme, building relationships with individuals, wish families, schools, groups and local organisations, and helping them make the most of their fundraising.
You’ll play a hands-on role in:
- supporting, developing and growing our Challenge Events programme
- delivering outstanding supporter care and stewardship
- recruiting and supporting challenge event participants
- helping plan and deliver the London Marathon and other events
- building strong relationships with community fundraisers
- coordinating communications, materials, volunteers and event activity
- monitoring fundraising progress and helping supporters achieve their goals
- keeping supporter, event and income records accurate and up to date
- identifying opportunities for supporters to stay involved with Rays of Sunshine
We’re looking for someone with experience in fundraising, events, supporter care, community engagement, customer service or another people-focused role.
You’ll be highly organised, confident communicating with a wide range of people and comfortable managing multiple priorities. Most importantly, you’ll genuinely care about giving supporters a fantastic experience and helping them feel connected to the difference their fundraising makes.
Experience in Community or Challenge Events fundraising, particularly the London Marathon or another large-scale event, would be an advantage.
Why join Rays of Sunshine?
Rays of Sunshine exists to brighten the lives of seriously ill children and young people across the UK through our Sunshine in Hospitals programme, life-changing wishes and Wish Community.
We’re also incredibly proud to have been recognised as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026.
Our latest employee survey found:
- 100% of colleagues are proud to work for Rays of Sunshine
- 99% say they do something worthwhile through their role
- 96% overall employee engagement
- 98% would recommend Rays of Sunshine as a great place to work
You’ll be joining a supportive, positive and values-led team where kindness, connection, empowerment, integrity and joy are at the heart of everything we do.
We brighten the lives of seriously ill children across the UK by granting wishes and providing ongoing support in hospitals and within the community
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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!
About us
Greyhound Rescue Wales (GRW) is Wales’ leading charity dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming greyhounds and lurchers. Founded in 1993, we have spent more than three decades championing the welfare of sighthounds and working towards our vision: a Wales without greyhound racing, where every greyhound and lurcher has a home and receives the best possible care.
In April 2026, after 25 years of determined campaigning to improve welfare and regulation within the racing industry, legislation to ban greyhound racing in Wales was finally passed. This landmark achievement marks the beginning of a new chapter for GRW as we expand our reach and capacity across the UK to ensure every greyhound leaving the racing industry has a rescue space, medical support and rehabilitation on the journey towards their forever home.
To help us grow sustainably and strengthen our long‑term impact, we are now seeking to develop our fundraising team with the creation of a Trusts and Foundations Officer. This role will play a key part in increasing and diversifying our income, enabling us to rescue, rehabilitate and rehome even more dogs during this pivotal moment in our charity’s history.
Role
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Community and Events Fundraiser to develop their experience, to work within the community to increase and diversify our income stream and strengthen our charity’s profile.
The Community and Events Fundraiser is responsible for planning and delivering a varied range and scale of fundraising and events in the community.
You will proactively manage projects and build strong relationships with individuals, businesses and community groups, while also supporting and developing volunteers and their involvement.
As part of our Income Generation Team, you will work closely with the Head of Fundraising, Sponsorship & Legacies Officer and Trusts and Foundations Officer to help deliver an annual income target of £400k+.
Alongside maximising opportunities with our existing supporters, you will play a key role in developing and nurturing new ideas, partnerships and activities. Your work will help to grow this vital income stream and ensure we continue to engage with the communities and organisations that champion Greyhound Rescue Wales.
Please see attached the full job description and person specification
We work for a Wales without greyhound racing, where every greyhound and lurcher has a home and receives the best possible care.
This role supports our crucial non-therapeutic work, facilitating community and helping members to overcome practical barriers to healing through casework management. As Casework and Community Manager you will support one caseworker and volunteers or placement students to provide high-quality casework in housing, welfare benefits, access to health, childcare and entitlements, education and employment, and access to legal advice in immigration and asylum matters. You will also carry a small caseload of your own. In total, the casework team supports around 30 people a year.
Background
The Lily Foundation is the UK's leading charity dedicated to advancing research, raising awareness, and providing support for individuals and families affected by mitochondrial disease ('mito'). Our vision is for a world in which every mitochondrial disease patient has a voice and access to treatment, support to improve their life and, ultimately, a cure.
We currently raise around £1m each year, with community fundraising, challenges and special events generating the majority of our income. With a new fundraising strategy in place, exciting plans for growth and increasing opportunities to engage supporters in different ways, we're looking for someone to bring these programmes together into a joined-up public fundraising portfolio.
This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape the future of public fundraising at The Lily Foundation, building on our strong foundations while developing new ways to inspire supporters, grow income and maximise long-term engagement.
About the role
This is an exciting new role with responsibility for leading and developing Lily's public fundraising programme, bringing together our sports events, special events, community fundraising and emerging individual giving activity.
Reporting to the COO, you'll provide leadership across the public fundraising team, ensuring our programmes work together to deliver an outstanding supporter experience and sustainable income growth. You'll line-manage three colleagues, helping them succeed in their roles while creating a joined-up approach to planning, delivery and stewardship across the portfolio.
Alongside overseeing one of Lily's largest fundraising income streams, you'll also play an important role in developing our Individual Giving, Regular Giving and legacy fundraising activity, helping turn these emerging programmes into strong and sustainable sources of future income. If you're someone who enjoys developing people, spotting opportunities and bringing different strands of fundraising together, this is a brilliant opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Key responsibilities
- Lead the delivery and ongoing development of Lily's public fundraising programme, ensuring community fundraising, sports events, special events and individual giving activity work together to maximise income and supporter engagement.
- Line-manage, support and develop the two Events Managers and the Community & Individual Giving Officer, providing clear direction, regular feedback and development opportunities, and carrying out formal performance reviews
- Work closely with the Head of Fundraising to translate Lily's fundraising strategy into practical annual plans, priorities and targets for the public fundraising portfolio.
- Oversee the performance of the public fundraising programme, monitoring income, expenditure and KPIs, identifying trends and opportunities, and taking action where required.
- Support the continued development of Lily's Individual Giving, Regular Giving and Legacy fundraising programmes, helping to test new ideas, improve supporter journeys and build long-term sustainable income.
- Ensure supporters receive an excellent experience across all public fundraising activity, developing joined-up stewardship journeys that encourage long-term support.
- Work collaboratively with Marketing colleagues to develop engaging fundraising campaigns, products and communications that inspire supporters to get involved.
- Encourage innovation and continuous improvement across the team, using insight, evaluation and supporter feedback to inform future activity.
- Ensure accurate use of the CRM system (Donorfy), promoting good data management and using reporting and insight to support decision-making.
- Prepare regular reports and updates for the Head of Fundraising and COO, highlighting progress, opportunities, risks and recommendations.
- Work collaboratively across fundraising, marketing and operations to ensure public fundraising activity is well planned, well supported and aligned with organisational priorities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Application deadline: Sunday 30th August 2026, 23:59.
Interviews are expected to take place on Friday 4th September 2026, with an additional interview date on Tuesday 8 September 2026 if required.
For full job description and person specification, please see the attached documents.
Our values
Tackling homelessness requires systemic and societal change. Person-centred support helps people achieve better outcomes. Evidence and learning guide better decisions. When communities have a voice and take action, we can build stronger futures together.
Curiosity guides us to listen and understand the context, community needs and political environment.
Creativity drives us to remain open-minded and tailor solutions with fresh thinking.
Collaboration is key; we build relationships to strengthen our mission.
Tenacity ensures that we pursue lasting change with determination and patience.
Job Summary
As our Corporate and Community Partnerships Fundraiser, you will build meaningful relationships with businesses, community organisations and local people across Bristol, generating sustainable income and long-term support through corporates, community fundraising and events.
You will secure long-term, mutually beneficial income from the corporate sector across a range of disciplines and formats, including long-term partnerships, Charity of the Year, cause-related marketing and sponsorship. You will develop and secure new partnerships with Bristol's businesses, while nurturing and account managing existing partnerships.
Alongside this, the Fundraiser will grow support within the local community by developing relationships with organisations such as clubs, schools and faith groups. You will also encourage individuals, groups and organisations to support Caring in Bristol through community fundraising initiatives and events.
The Corporate & Community Partnerships Fundraiser will be responsible for researching key prospective sectors, companies and organisations, sector activities and the business marketplace, to compile lists of key targets, as agreed with the Public Fundraising Manager. You will develop and manage an ongoing pipeline of prospects, that have a clearly defined target outcome and value.
Personal Specification
We expect you to meet most of these criteria. However, we don’t expect you to meet every point and welcome applicants with transferrable skills and an ability to apply themselves in a new context.
Essential
- Proven experience securing fundraising income. Experience in corporate partnerships, community fundraising or events is preferred, although experience in other fundraising disciplines (such as trusts and foundations, major donors or individual giving) will also be considered.
- Excellent relationship and account management, networking and influencing skills, with the ability to inspire audiences and build and maintain strong partnerships.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write compelling fundraising proposals and deliver persuasive presentations.
- Ability to tailor your communications to a wide range of businesses, community organisations and individuals across a variety of formats and channels (phone, email, in person, public speaking, presentations, meetings).
- Ability to identify and develop creative fundraising opportunities that maximise income and supporter engagement.
- Strong research and prospecting skills, with the ability to identify and prioritise new opportunities.
- Good organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage a variety of tasks and workload and the ability to monitor opportunities arising.
- Excellent IT, numeracy and analytical skills.
Desirable
- Proven experience in a relevant business, not-for-profit, social enterprises/start-ups or charity setting with a proven track record of securing income or partnerships from corporates and/or community and events.
- Experience developing bespoke sponsorship, partnership or fundraising proposals and solutions for businesses and community groups.
- A solid understanding of modern fundraising techniques, including digital engagement and interaction.
- Experience and/or knowledge of CRM systems, preferably Donorfy.
- Knowledge of Fundraising Regulations and best practice, Data Protection and GDPR.
- Experience of managing a budget.
- Experience of working with volunteers.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job titleEvents Fundraiser
Hours22.5 hours per week, worked across 3 days of the week
Salary£30,389 – £31,512 per annum FTE. Actual pro rata salary £18,233 – £18,907
Contract12 month maternity cover
Location Wildwood Drive, Worcester WR5 2QT
The role
St Richard’s Hospice is at the heart of the Worcestershire community, providing specialist care and support to people with illnesses which cannot be cured and support for the people who are important to them.
We’re looking for an enthusiastic, organised and creative Events Fundraiser to join our Income Generation Team on a 12 month maternity-cover basis.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys bringing people together, delivering memorable events and building strong relationships with supporters.
From developing event plans and coordinating suppliers, venues and volunteers, to monitoring budgets and evaluating event performance, you’ll oversee events from initial planning through to post-event stewardship.
You’ll also work closely with colleagues across the Income Generation Team, Digital Marketing & Communications and the wider hospice to ensure our supporters receive an excellent experience at every stage.
This post requires a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service check.
About you
You’ll bring:
- Experience of planning, organising and delivering events.
- Excellent and confident interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
- Highly organised, able to manage multiple tasks or events simultaneously.
- Knowledge and understanding of the importance of providing an excellent supporter experience.
- Knowledge and understanding of budget management, income generation and event performance.
- A compassionate, people-focused attitude — especially when working with those fundraising in memory of loved ones.
- Willingness to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends.
- Full driving licence and ability to travel across Worcestershire.
Although not compulsory, the ideal candidate will have previous experience within the charity sector, delivering income generating activities, with knowledge and awareness of the fundraising regulations and codes of practice.
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
What we offer
We offer a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits including;
- Fantastic team where everyone is welcomed and empowered to give their best
- Supportive management – keen to develop you
- Generous annual leave (seven weeks including bank holidays)
- Benenden Healthcare offering diagnosis, treatment, 24/7 GP and mental health advice lines, discounts etc. or Cash plan giving cash back for day to day healthcare such as optical or dental costs
- Opportunities for flexible working
- Family friendly policies
- Fabulous subsidised on-site café
- Company enhanced sick pay (increased entitlement with length of service)
- Pension scheme and opportunity to continue NHS pension for clinical staff
- Free Will writing service
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Challenge Events Programme Lead
Location: Rugby, Hybrid, CV21 3RQ
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hpw
Benefits: Benefits Summary
Are you an experienced Challenge Events professional ready to take our fundraising portfolio to the next level? We're looking for an experienced Challenge Events Professional to grow participation, increase fundraising income and create exceptional supporter experiences.
If you’re looking for more than a job, motivated by purpose and ready to make a real impact to an organisation that is committed to saving lives every day, then this may be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for!
What We Offer:
- Enhanced annual leave, with even more added as your service grows
- Additional annual leave purchase options
- Core working hours 10:00am – 15:00 pm
- Enhanced sick pay
- Life assurance
- Blue Light Card eligibility and access to generous discount schemes
- A supportive, purpose-driven team
- Access to our comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
- As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, our people are encouraged to get involved in our internal EDI networks, which provide opportunities to connect, share experiences and help to shape a more inclusive workplace. Want to find out more? Click here - EDI - The Air Ambulance Service
What You’ll Be Doing:
Strategic Planning & Income Growth
• Develop and implement the challenge events plan and priorities, aligned with the wider events strategy, in partnership with line manager.
• Forecast income,monitor performance, and drive year-on-year growth across the challenge events portfolio.
Event Management
• Lead on the delivery of third-party challenge events (e.g., runs, cycles, treks) and bespoke challenge activities.
• Manage all operational aspects including event logistics, supplier liaison, risk assessments, and compliance.
Supporter Recruitment & Stewardship
• Create and implement supporter recruitment plans using digital marketing, partnerships, and community outreach.
• Working with our Supporter Journey Manager, deliver excellent stewardship journeys, maximising participant satisfaction, fundraising success, and retention.
Marketing & Communications
• Collaborate with marketing teams to develop promotional materials, event webpages, and social content.
• Work with marketing colleagues to produce compelling fundraising resources, toolkits, and participant communications.
Data, Finance & Reporting
• Support the transition to new CRM system and ongoing systems working to enable:
- Maintain accurate event records, participant data, and financial tracking.
- Use CRM systems to analyse performance, monitor KPIs, and produce regular reports.
Collaboration & Leadership
• Manage relationships with event organisers, agencies, and suppliers.
• Support and guide colleagues and volunteers during key events, providing informal leadership as required.
What We’re Looking For:
Essential
• Proven experience in challenge events, mass participation, or fundraising event management
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously
• Understanding of effective stewardship tactics to maximise income and deepen engagement with participants
• Proven experience of budgeting and project planning
• Ability to work flexibly, including occasional evenings/weekends for event delivery.
Desirable
• Experience within the charity or non-profit sector.
• Understanding of digital marketing for supporter recruitment.
• Experience of working with and managing volunteers
What’s In It For You:
At TAAS, you’ll be part of a passionate and committed charity that’s making a real difference every day. We value professionalism, compassion and teamwork — and we’re proud of our inclusive, supportive culture.
Whether it’s supporting emergency services from behind the scenes or helping shape the future of our leadership, you’ll play a crucial role in helping us save lives.
The Air Ambulance Service isn’t just a place to work; it’s a place to build a meaningful career.
Click “Apply Now” and help us to keep our helicopters flying and continue saving lives.
Compliance Responsibilities
In addition to specific compliance requirements within your area of expertise, you also hold responsibility in your specialism for:
- Health & Safety and Environment
- Safeguarding
- Data Protection
- Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
- Quality
You are expected and encouraged to raise and escalate appropriately any potential breaches or areas for improvement regarding the above.
The role is subject to a Basic DBS check.
Environment
TAAS is an inclusive working environment where Equality, Diversity and Human Rights are guiding principles, individuals are respected and a value of having a diverse workforce is recognised. The recruitment, employment and development of people are based on qualifications, experience and competency to do the job, eliminating personal bias or prejudice..
Bexley Voluntary Service Council (BVSC) has been supporting the local Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) in Bexley for over 60 years. Throughout this time, BVSC has continually evolved in response to local need, sector challenges and wider changes in public policy. Today, BVSC plays a central role in strengthening the local voluntary sector, connecting organisations, amplifying community voice and enabling organisations across Bexley to be resilient, connected, and able to provide high-quality, impactful services to residents.
Why Work for Us:
• Hybrid working
• Additional Birthday Day off
• Flexitime and TOIL
• Pension employer contribution 6%
• Two volunteering days (pro rata)
• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Access to the Blue Light Card
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• A positive, inclusive team culture where your ideas are valued
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
The purpose of this post is to co-ordinate and develop the Bexley Community Champions programme, supporting a diverse network of volunteers to share trusted health and wellbeing information, gather community insight and strengthen communication between residents, communities and local partners.
The role involves volunteer recruitment and support, community engagement, partnership working, event delivery, and monitoring programme impact. We are looking for someone with experience in community development, volunteer management or health and wellbeing projects, alongside excellent communication and organisational skills.
At Bexley Voluntary Services Council (BVSC), we’re passionate about strengthening our local voluntary and community sector to make a real difference.





