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Community Fundraiser – East Midlands

Are you ready to take on a new challenge with a leading charity making a real difference in brain tumour research?

Brain Tumour Research is an exciting, innovative, and ambitious charity. We are passionate about finding a cure for brain tumours through the establishment of dedicated Brain Tumour Research Centres of Excellence around the UK.

After a successful 2025, we’re building on our momentum and looking ahead with ambition. As our work continues to expand, so does our impact. We are now looking for passionate people to join us on the next stage of our journey!

It is a fantastic time to be joining us and we are keen to share this with likeminded and talented individuals. We currently have an opening for a Community Fundraiser – East Midlands, to join our Income Generation and Development team.

• Do you want to make a difference in one of the most innovative and exciting medical research fundraising charities in the UK?
• Are you able to provide friendly and professional support to fundraisers and supporters?   
• Do you have experience in supporting events or community activities?
• Do you live in our East Midlands region (Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire or Rutland)?

Have you answered Yes to these questions?

Does this sound like the opportunity to really take the next step in your career?

Excited to learn more about this position? Then please take a read through our recruitment pack attached below. 

If you have the skills and ambition that we are looking for we are excited to receive your application.  We are really looking forward to welcoming a new member to our team!

We are asking for a CV as the first step but applicants may be asked to provide a targeted covering letter as part of the selection process.  Interviews will be conducted during the application window as appropriate, and will consist of a first interview via MS Teams, progressing, if successful to a face to face second interview, held at our offices in Milton Keynes.

We reserve the right to close the application window early and advise candidates to apply in good time to avoid disappointment.

Closing Date: 06th September 2026

We are looking for people who share our passion for finding a cure for brain tumours and who have the skills and experience to make a difference. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages. We believe that diversity enriches our organisation and helps us achieve our mission. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can be themselves and contribute to our vision.

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.

Community fundraising is at the heart of Lily's success. Every year, hundreds of families, friends and local communities come together to raise funds in support of loved ones affected by mitochondrial disease. Alongside this, we're beginning to grow our Individual Giving, Regular Giving and Legacy fundraising programmes, helping more people support Lily in ways that suit them.

As we continue to grow, we're looking for someone who can build strong relationships with our supporters, help bring fundraising ideas to life and ensure everyone who chooses to support Lily has an outstanding experience.

About the role

This is a varied and rewarding role supporting the delivery of Lily's community fundraising and individual giving programme. You'll be the main point of contact for many of our amazing supporters, helping individuals, families and community groups make the most of their fundraising. You'll also play a key role in developing Lily's Teams initiative, which brings together families and friends fundraising in honour or memory of someone affected by mitochondrial disease.

Alongside community fundraising, you'll support the delivery of Lily's emerging Individual Giving, Regular Giving and Legacy fundraising activity, helping to develop and deliver supporter journeys, campaigns and communications that encourage long-term engagement.

Working closely with the Senior Public Fundraising Manager and colleagues across fundraising and marketing, you'll play an important part in helping more people discover, support and stay connected with The Lily Foundation. If you're someone who enjoys building relationships, getting things done and making supporters feel valued, we'd love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day delivery of Lily's community fundraising programme, supporting individuals, families and community groups to organise their own fundraising activities.

· Develop and grow Lily's Teams initiative, supporting families and friends fundraising in honour or memory of someone affected by mitochondrial disease with sensitivity, empathy and excellent supporter care.

· Build strong relationships with community fundraisers, providing practical advice, encouragement and fundraising resources to help maximise income and supporter satisfaction.

· Support the planning and delivery of Lily's community fundraising campaigns, appeals and fundraising products, working closely with colleagues across fundraising and marketing.

· Help develop and deliver supporter journeys for community fundraisers, regular givers and other supporters, encouraging long-term engagement and repeat support.

· Support the development of Lily's Individual Giving, Regular Giving and Legacy fundraising activity through campaign delivery, stewardship and donor communications.

· Identify opportunities to grow community fundraising & individual giving income by encouraging repeat fundraising, in-memory giving, Regular Giving and other longer-term ways of supporting Lily.

· Maintain accurate records on the CRM system (Donorfy), ensuring supporter information is up to date and using data to monitor activity and improve performance.

· Prepare regular reports and updates for the Senior Public Fundraising Manager, identifying trends, opportunities and areas for improvement.

· Work collaboratively with colleagues across fundraising, marketing and operations to deliver joined-up campaigns, communications and supporter experiences.

· Represent The Lily Foundation professionally and enthusiastically, acting as an ambassador for the charity and building positive relationships with supporters and partners.

About you

Do you want to use your skills to make it possible for people with myeloma to live longer and better lives?  We are looking for a Company Partnership Fundraiser to support the delivery of our ambitious fundraising strategy by growing income from companies and organisations across the UK, developing strong partnerships and delivering engaging fundraising opportunities that inspire support for Myeloma UK.

You will have experience of working in a charity or customer focused environment and be able to demonstrate success in building effective relationships with excellent relationship management skills.  Being able to manage a wide range of tasks, work well under pressure together with a commitment and desire to make a difference is essential for this role.

The post holder will have excellent communication, organisational and IT skills with the ability to be flexible with your workload and prioritise effectively.  Experience in fundraising, partnerships, or business development (ideally with corporate audiences) and using Raiser’s Edge or similar CRM system would be an advantage but not essential.

About the role

The Company Partnership Fundraiser willgrow income from companies and organisations across the UK The role will focus primarily on employee-led fundraising and local business support, developing relationships that arise from personal connections to myeloma and growing these into long-term sources of income and engagement. They will build on local company opportunities often identified by the Community Fundraisers and promote Myeloma UK’s exciting range of events to encourage participation and support, as well as proactively identify new opportunities for company support.

You will work with Fundraising colleagues, collaboratively identifying wider fundraising opportunities such as community events, major donor, and legacy leads which can then be developed further by the relevant fundraising specialist in the team. The role will require travel throughout the UK to maximise engagement opportunities with supporters and income generation. As well as quarterly team meetings and other opportunities to network with Myeloma UK colleagues.

The post holder will provide the highest quality of stewardship and supporter journey to maximise engagement, retention and build a sustainable pipeline of support as well as representing Myeloma UK at meetings, events, and networking opportunities to build awareness and generate support,

About us

Myeloma UK is the only UK charity focused on the incurable blood cancer, myeloma and its related conditions.  We provide support and influence access to treatments, while researching a cure.  Thanks to life-extending treatments and support, today many people affected by myeloma are able to live longer and to live well. 

We are committed to bringing together the best and brightest people to help us ensure that every person affected by myeloma has an empowered present and a hopeful future.

Our ultimate goal is to find a cure. Until then, our mission is to help every person living with myeloma, live well, for as long as possible. We are committed to diagnosing myeloma earlier, discovering and sharing knowledge, transforming the patient experience and influencing positive change.

Our culture

Wellbeing and staff engagement are at the heart of our culture.  We offer employees a range of benefits including a pension salary exchange scheme, flexitime, flexible working which includes both home and hub-based office working, health plan, employee assistance plan and holiday purchase scheme. We are committed to providing learning and development opportunities for all our employees.

How to apply

If you think you would be a great fit for this role, get in touch and tell us more about yourself by sending the following:

1. A cover letter telling us more about you and what you think makes you a good fit for this role

2. A CV that sets out your career history, with key responsibilities and achievements

Applications close on 9am on 24 August 2026 and online interviews will be held w/c 31 August 2026.

Myeloma UK is an equal opportunities employer and always welcomes applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of:

· sex

· race

· disability

· age

· sexual orientation

· gender reassignment

· religion or belief

· marital status

· or pregnancy and maternity

Please note, you will be asked to provide evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK prior to interview selection.

Community Fundraising Manager

£36,750 - £39,500 per annum
35 hours per week (4-day week considered for the right candidate)
Home-based in Manchester, Liverpool or the surrounding area
12-month fixed-term contract

Do you have significant community fundraising experience and a passion for building meaningful relationships that make a lasting difference?

We're recruiting for an exciting opportunity with a leading national charity that is investing in a new regional fundraising approach. This role will play a key part in strengthening local community engagement, developing long-term supporter relationships and helping to shape an innovative fundraising pilot with national reach.

Working across the North West, you'll develop and grow a portfolio of supporters including individuals, community groups, clubs, societies and local businesses. Through outstanding relationship management and supporter stewardship, you'll help generate sustainable income and build lasting connections with the charity.

Alongside this, you'll lead on a high-profile regional partnership pilot, working directly with local retail colleagues and community champions to increase engagement, fundraising activity and awareness. As one of a small number of regional roles introduced as part of the pilot, you'll have the opportunity to influence and shape how the programme develops in the future.

You'll also provide line management and support to one fundraiser, helping them develop their skills, achieve their objectives and deliver excellent results.

We're particularly interested in hearing from people who have:

• Significant community fundraising experience
• Experience building long-term relationships with new supporters and growing income
• A track record of delivering against targets, budgets and KPIs
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• The confidence and ability to support, coach and develop others
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and the ability to work independently
• Experience identifying opportunities, testing new ideas and adapting activity to maximise results

What's on offer

• The chance to play a key role in an exciting new fundraising pilot
• A varied role combining relationship fundraising, partnership development and people management
• Flexibility through home-based working
• The opportunity to help shape the future of a growing community fundraising programme
• The support of an ambitious, collaborative and high-performing fundraising team

Please note:Candidates must be based within easy reach of Manchester, Liverpool or the surrounding area. Regular travel across the region is required, including occasional evening and weekend work. A full driving licence and access to a car are essential.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced community fundraiser, or someone looking to take their first step into managing people, to make a genuine impact while helping to shape an exciting new way of engaging supporters locally.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

About us

Thames Valley Air Ambulance exists to give everybody within our community the best chance of surviving and recovering from an emergency. We are here for you and your loved ones. In Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Oxfordshire. Whoever you are. Wherever and whenever you need us.

What we are looking for:

We are looking for a Community Fundraising Manager to grow income from community supporters, groups and people giving in memory. You’ll help create engaging fundraising opportunities, build strong local relationships and ensure every supporter feels valued.

At Thames Valley Air Ambulance, we’re committed to giving everyone the best chance when the worst happens. Every day, we’re called to life-threatening emergencies across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Oxfordshire. But we can’t do it without the generosity of our supporters and that’s where you come in.

Your role

You’ll lead community, individual and in-memory fundraising activity, turning plans into practical campaigns that inspire people to support Thames Valley Air Ambulance. This role combines relationship building, income growth, supporter care and data-led decision making.

You’ll be responsible for:

· Leading community, individual and in-memory fundraising plans.

· Growing income through supporter relationships, fundraising products and local partnerships.

· Creating positive supporter journeys across digital, phone, post and face-to-face contact.

· Managing budgets, forecasts, targets and reporting.

· Using data and insight to improve fundraising activity.

· Coaching and supporting the Community Fundraising Officer.

 About you

You’ll be an organised, confident and empathetic fundraiser who can build relationships, manage priorities and make sound decisions. You’ll be motivated by community fundraising and committed to delivering excellent supporter experiences.

We’re looking for someone who:

· Has experience in community, in-memory, events or relationship-led fundraising.

· Can plan, monitor and evaluate fundraising activity.

· Has achieved income targets and managed budgets or forecasts.

· Communicates clearly and builds strong relationships.

· Uses CRM systems and Microsoft Office confidently.

· Can work flexibly, including some evenings and weekends, and has a UK driving licence with access to transport.

Why join us?

At Thames Valley Air Ambulance, you’ll be part of a dynamic, compassionate, and forward-thinking organisation. We’re proud of our culture, collaborative, inclusive, and committed to personal development. We care deeply about the wellbeing of our team and offer flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.

If this role sounds like it’s for you, we would love you to apply!

In return we offer a competitive salary and great staff benefits such as.

· 25 Days holiday / 267 Hours Holiday

· Hybrid Working (minimum 2 days in office)

· Holiday Trading

· Free annual Flu Vaccination

· Blue Light Card (Option to purchase)

· Employee Assistance Programme

· Company Pension Scheme

· Simply Health – Medical cash back scheme

· Disability Confident Employer

 

Our values

We live by our values every day:

• We care no matter what – for our patients, their families, and each other.
• We go above and beyond– in the care we provide and the work we do.
• We do the right thing – in how we act and the decisions we make.
• Together we are TVAA – because together, we save lives.

 

Diversity and inclusion

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are especially keen to hear from candidates who feel underrepresented in the charity sector.

 

Safeguarding

We follow robust recruitment and safeguarding practices to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our staff, volunteers, and the people we support. Relevant checks (e.g. DBS) will be carried out where appropriate.

 

How to apply

To apply, please complete our online application form and tell us why you’re excited about this opportunity and how your experience aligns with the role. You must have the right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer sponsorship.

Vacancy Closing Date: 4th September 2026

This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly

Interviews will be held week commencing 7th September 2026

TVAA is a Disability Confident employer. We are committed to discussing and implementing adjustments to support you during your application process and beyond.

About Us

Head and neck cancer is one of the fastest-rising cancers in the UK, now affecting around 14,000 people every year — the 5th most common cancer among men, 7th overall, and the fastest growing among young people. Too often, symptoms are missed or misunderstood, and more than half of cases are diagnosed at a late stage. That means compromised survival rates, more invasive treatment, and a recovery that can mean a new way of eating, speaking and living.

Oracle Head & Neck Cancer UK exists to change that story. We work to prevent cancers where possible, drive earlier detection, and make sure people have clear information, support and guidance through and after treatment — so nobody has to cope in silence or confusion. We also fund groundbreaking research and collaborate across the sector to maximise our impact for patients.

As the only national charity dedicated to head and neck cancers, we're moving in an exciting new direction — and we have a unique opportunity to build an organisation that delivers maximum impact for patients and their families, while staying true to our roots.

The Role

We're looking for a Trusts, Foundations and Corporate Fundraiser to join our small, ambitious team. You'll bring specialist experience securing income from trusts, foundations and corporate partners, and you'll be confident building a robust funding pipeline and reporting on project delivery to funders.

We are looking for someone adaptable and hands-on, willing to engage fully with the breadth of activity a small charity requires. We are committed to pushing boundaries on behalf of our patient community, and we value candidates who demonstrate innovative thinking and the confidence to act on opportunities as they arise.

We offer a competitive salary and remote working, as well as a generous annual leave allowance and professional development and mentorship opportunities.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV and a supporting statement of no more than 2 sides each. The statement must clearly demonstrate your relevant experience and how you meet the person specification set out in the full job description attached.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

Community Fundraising Assistant – East

Are you ready to take on a new challenge with a leading charity making a real difference in brain tumour research?

Brain Tumour Research is an exciting, innovative, and ambitious charity. We are passionate about finding a cure for brain tumours through the establishment of dedicated Brain Tumour Research Centres of Excellence around the UK.

After a successful 2025, we’re building on our momentum and looking ahead with ambition. As our work continues to expand, so does our impact. We are now looking for passionate people to join us on the next stage of our journey!

It is a fantastic time to be joining us and we are keen to share this with likeminded and talented individuals. We currently have an opening for a Community Fundraising Assistant - East, to join our Income Generation and Development team.

• Do you want to make a difference in one of the most innovative and exciting medical research fundraising charities in the UK?
• Are you able to provide friendly and professional support to fundraisers and supporters?   
• Do you have experience in supporting events or community activities?
• Do you live in our East Region (which includes Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire, Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Essex)?

Have you answered Yes to these questions?

Does this sound like the opportunity to really take the next step in your career?

Excited to learn more about this position? Then please take a read through our recruitment pack below. 

If you have the skills and ambition that we are looking for we are excited to receive your application.  We are really looking forward to welcoming a new member to our team!

We are asking for a CV as the first step but applicants may be asked to provide a targeted covering letter as part of the selection process.  Interviews will be conducted during the application window as appropriate, and will consist of a first interview via MS Teams, progressing, if successful to a face to face second interview, held at our offices in Milton Keynes.

We reserve the right to close the application window early and advise candidates to apply in good time to avoid disappointment.

Closing Date: 30th August 2026 

We are looking for people who share our passion for finding a cure for brain tumours and who have the skills and experience to make a difference. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages. We believe that diversity enriches our organisation and helps us achieve our mission. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can be themselves and contribute to our vision.

Mass Participation Officer

We are seeking a passionate and motivated professional to drive participation, engagement and income through a portfolio of exciting fundraising and challenge events across the UK.

Salary: £33,200 per annum (plus London weighting where applicable)
Location: Home-based, UK-wide with travel – Remote working
Hours: 35 hours per week – Flexible with compressed hours or a 9 day fortnight
Contract: Fixed-term until 31 March 2027
Closing Date: Please apply as soon as possible

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join a national charity and help deliver a portfolio of fundraising events that inspire supporters, build lasting relationships and generate vital income to support life-changing services.

Reporting to the Mass Participation Manager, you will be responsible for managing and delivering a range of challenge and third-party events, ensuring an outstanding experience for participants from recruitment through to post-event stewardship. Working within a collaborative fundraising team, you will play a key role in driving supporter acquisition, engagement, income and retention.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and delivering a portfolio of challenge and third-party fundraising events from planning through to evaluation.
• Recruiting and engaging participants through creative acquisition campaigns.
• Building supporter journeys that maximise engagement, fundraising income and long-term loyalty.
• Developing strong relationships with event organisers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Monitoring performance against financial and non-financial targets and identifying opportunities for growth.
• Using data, insight and market trends to improve supporter experience and campaign effectiveness.
• Supporting budget management, forecasting, reporting and risk mitigation.
• Working collaboratively across teams to ensure successful delivery of fundraising activity.

About You

• We are looking for an organised, proactive and people-focused individual who enjoys building relationships, managing projects and delivering excellent customer experiences.
• You may already have experience within fundraising or the charity sector, but we are equally interested in hearing from candidates with transferable skills gained in other sectors.

You will be able to demonstrate:

• Experience of working towards and achieving targets and objectives.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• The ability to analyse information and use insight to improve performance.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
• A proactive approach and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and CRM or database systems.
• A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• The ability to travel extensively across the UK as required.

Whether your experience has been gained in events, marketing, account management, customer success, membership, hospitality, business development, sales, community engagement or another customer-focused environment, we'd love to hear how your skills could transfer into this role.

About the Organisation

This national charity is dedicated to supporting people and families affected by a life-changing health condition. Through vital services, research, campaigning and advocacy, the organisation helps thousands of people rebuild their lives every year.

Other roles you may have experience of could include:

Fundraising Officer, Events Fundraiser, Challenge Events Officer, Community Fundraiser, Regional Fundraiser, Supporter Engagement Officer, Individual Giving Officer, Events Coordinator, Fundraising Executive, Relationship Fundraiser, Charity Events Officer, Participation Events Officer, Campaigns Officer, Fundraising Coordinator, Account Manager, Customer Success Executive, Partnerships Officer, Events Manager, Marketing Executive, Membership Engagement Officer, Community Engagement Officer, Business Development Executive or Client Relationship Manager.

Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People.

Fundraising Communications Officer

Are you a highly competent and collaborative storyteller?

We are open to candidates qualified by experience, so if you have the skills we are looking for then apply today!

Position: Donor/Fundraising Communications Officer

Salary: Circa £33,000 to £38,500 per year, depending on experience

Location: Remote/UK-based, (we are also open to applicants from the United States or the Netherlands)

Hours: Full-time

Contract: 9-month fixed term contract, maternity cover

Closing date: 21st August 2026

About the role

The Development Team is responsible for generating income to support the organisation. They raise income from philanthropists, corporates, trusts and foundations, individuals and community fundraisers, building strategic partnerships that deliver long-term, sustainable funding and deepen engagement.

The Donor Communications Officer sits within the Development team and reports into the Head of Philanthropy and will work closely also with the President and COO, supporting them in their communications with donors. You will also work closely with the Communications Team.

You will create and coordinate compelling content for donors, this ranges from reports to presentations, emails and proposals, and collateral for events.

The scope is global, covering both philanthropy and a select group of key institutional donors. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Writing and Content Creation
• Donor Communications
• Proposal Development
• Event Communications

About you

We are open to candidates qualified by experience, willingness to learn and ability to learn quickly are considered more important than formal qualifications. 

Personal attributes we are looking for:

• An outstanding communicator.
• A highly structured, organised, and hands-on self-starter.
• A supportive and committed colleague.
• A team worker.
• Somone who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly detail-oriented.
• Someone who is punctual and meets deadlines.
• Willing to learn.
• Creative.

You will need:

• Proven ability to tell stories and produce (written) content of the highest quality.
• Evidence of experience in donor reporting.
• Comfortable working from home for most of the time.
• Knowledge of CRM systems.
• Willingness and ability to be in London frequently, and to travel to the US as needed.

Whilst there is a strong preference for the post holder to be UK-based, we are open to applicants from the United States or the Netherlands. This role is based full-time working from home, therefore you must have access to an appropriate workspace and full right to work in your country of residence.

To apply, please submit a current CV alongside a covering letter outlining how you fit the person profile, including your relevant experience in donor communications.

Please combine your CV and covering letter into one PDF document. Applications may close early if a high volume is received.

About the organisation

The organisation is an international charity that works with artisan communities to protect and revitalise cultural heritage. Its programmes support traditional crafts, restore historic buildings and improve access to healthcare and education for artisans and their families.

Other roles you may have experience of could include Fundraising, Fundraiser, Fundraising Officer,  Fundraising Communications,  Campaigning.

Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, NFP People.

Job Purpose

Sequence ME & Long Covid is one of the most ambitious whole-genome sequencing studies ever undertaken into ME and Long Covid, co-led by Action for ME. Building on the success of DecodeME, this proposed £20 million study will use large-scale, long-read whole-genome sequencing to analyse the entire genetic code of 9,000 people with ME and 9,000 people with Long Covid - making it the world's largest 'long-read' whole-genome sequencing study of any disease.

Current funding supports project mobilisation, partnership development, and the development of the Long Covid arm of the study, including agreeing case definitions and gathering expressions of interest from people with Long Covid. Phase 2 has recently been confirmed, backed by £4.75m from the UK government and a further £174,414 from the WE&ME Foundation, and will focus on sequencing 6,000 ME/CFS samples previously collected through DecodeME using Oxford Nanopore's long-read sequencing technology, running alongside Phase 1.

You will play a pivotal role supporting the Sequence ME & Long Covid project in several different ways. Working closely with the project's management team and other team members, you will help ensure the smooth day-to-day running of this landmark study, providing administrative support to the various people and partners involved in delivering it.

As a self-starter, you will manage a range of tasks including meeting scheduling, taking meeting minutes, preparing governance documents, event administration, and broader project support - no two days will be the same.

You will need to maintain a high level of confidentiality at all times, particularly when supporting governance meetings and handling sensitive project documentation.

As a team player, you will provide comprehensive, confidential and organised administrative support, developing a deep understanding of the project and building strong, effective working relationships with colleagues, researchers and external partners.

Remote working at home can be challenging for some and works incredibly well for others. You will need to be able to work independently, use your own initiative, and remain proactive in maintaining good levels of communication with colleagues.

Key Duties

• Help monitor inboxes and respond to routine project enquiries in a timely and sensitive manner, escalating more complex matters as appropriate
• Assist the project's management team and other team members with meeting scheduling and diary coordination
• Take accurate minutes at project, management and other project-related meetings, and follow up and track resulting actions to completion
• Prepare, format and proof-read governance documents and papers
• Maintain and update project databases including the Teams channel, ensuring documents are saved correctly, other management information/recording systems to ensure accurate and timely record-keeping. Help with the tracking of expressions of interest from potential study participants.
• Provide administrative support for project events - from planning and logistics through to on-the-day support
• Help prepare presentations, slide decks and briefing materials for internal meetings, funders, partners and participant-facing communications
• Support the drafting, formatting and coordination of project communications, such as updates for partners, funders or the wider ME and Long Covid community
• Support coordination between internal teams and external partners, including research and funding partners
• Maintain project files and documentation in line with agreed communication operating procedures with internal and external partners ensuring information is well organised, up to date and easy for the team to access
• Maintain confidentiality at all times and in line with relevant policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with GDPR and that all data consent processes have been followed in relation to data protection
• Positively promote the work of the Sequence ME & Long Covid project and Action for ME at all times
• Undertake any other reasonable activity in line with the responsibilities of the post, as requested by the CEO, Business Development & Partnerships Manager, Senior Research Manager or the project's Management Team

 

Person Specification

Essential skills and experience

• Organisational skills - Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks across a fast-moving research project, with attention to detail and accuracy maintained under pressure
• Communication - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse audiences including researchers, funders and people affected by ME and Long Covid
• IT literacy - Proficient with common office software, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint), and able to quickly learn relevant project management, database or communications systems as needed
• Problem-solving - A creative and solution-focused mindset to address challenges and find innovative ways to improve processes
• Adaptability - Capable of managing changing priorities, working flexibly, and adapting to the needs of a fast-paced, ambitious research programme
• Initiative - A proactive approach, with the ability to work independently and take initiative, while also following clear instructions when given
• Teamwork - A collaborative team player with a proven ability to work effectively as part of a team, including a remote-working team spanning multiple partners and stakeholders
• Interest in the sector - A genuine interest in health research, the Third Sector, and a desire to take action to improve the lives of people with ME and Long Covid
• Experience - Demonstrable ability to be an effective administrator, ideally within a charity, research, or project environment. Experience supporting governance processes, events, or communications would be an advantage but is not essential

Desirable skills and experience

• Experience providing administrative support for scientific or research-related projects
• Experience writing and communicating with non-specialist or general audiences

Please note, the salary of £24,642.09 FTE per year pro rata is based on a 35-hour week.

About us

Our purpose is simple: to save lives at sea. 24 hours a day, every day, RNLI lifesavers are ready to launch to the rescue. We're looking for a Face-to-Face Fundraising Experience Manager to join our large, award-winning in-house Face to Face Fundraising Team. This role supports the RNLI by attracting, developing and retaining talented face to face fundraising professionals who inspire long-term support for the charity, helping to generate the income needed to save lives at sea.

Some of the benefits:

• Flexible working
• 26 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Competitive pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Health Cash Plan option

Your role

As a Face-to-Face Fundraising Experience Manager, you will focus on the following areas:

• Leading the development and continuous improvement of the face-to-face fundraiser experience, including recruitment, induction, learning and development programmes.
• Driving colleague engagement, recognition, culture and retention initiatives that support high-performing teams across the UK and Ireland.
• Working with Recruitment, Learning & Development, Marketing and People teams to attract, develop and retain talented fundraisers and managers.
• Using colleague feedback, performance data and operational insight to identify opportunities and drive continuous improvement.
• Leading people-related projects, service improvements and change initiatives that strengthen the sustainability and effectiveness of the Face-to-Face Fundraising programme.

About you

You'll have a strong understanding of face-to-face fundraising and the challenges of supporting geographically dispersed teams. You'll recognise the importance of recruitment, development and engagement in driving performance and creating a positive colleague experience. You'll enjoy building relationships, collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders and using insight, innovation and practical problem-solving to deliver meaningful improvements.

To be considered as our Face-to-Face Fundraising Experience Manager, you'll need:

• Significant experience within face-to-face fundraising field operations, including knowledge of fundraising regulation and best practice.
• Experience leading operational improvement, service development or change initiatives that have delivered measurable outcomes.
• Experience coordinating activities across multiple teams and stakeholders to achieve shared objectives.
• Strong understanding of the factors that drive operational performance, service sustainability and team effectiveness.
• Experience using data, insight and feedback to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.

Other organisations may call this role:

People Experience Manager, Fundraising Development Manager, Learning and Development Manager, Recruitment and Development Manager, Talent Development Manager, Workforce Development Manager or Colleague Experience Manager.

This post requires a valid driving licence.

So, as a Face-to-Face Fundraising Experience Manager, you will be passionate about developing people, improving colleague experiences and helping teams perform at their best.

If you're resilient, adaptable and motivated by creating an environment where face to face fundraisers can thrive while supporting the RNLI's aim of saving lives at sea, this could be the role for you. Please visit our jobs page and apply today!

Closing date: 30 August 2026.

Interview date: w/c 7 September 2026 (on Teams).

The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).

Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.

Relationship Fundraising Executive.

Salary: £27,000 per annum.

Location: Remote covering London and South East England.

Contract:Fixed Term Contract for 12 months – Full Time 35 hours per week.

Benefits:

· 29 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays pro rata, with up to 5additionaldays for continuous service andoptionto buy or sell leave.

· Gain professional qualifications and excellent training/development opportunities.

· Flexible maternity, adoption, and paternity packages.

· Pension with up to 7% employer contribution with included life assurance cover.

· Staff discounts and Blue Light Card eligibility with 15,000 national retailer's discounts.

Why Action for Children?

Working here is more than a job.We arepassionate about protecting and supportingchildren,youngpeople,and families.All our departments work together to achieve thehigh standardsof safeguarding that make a difference to children and to the workforce.

A bit about the role

In this role of Relationship Fundraising Executive in the Community Fundraising team, you will support delivery of the fundraising strategy in our communities to grow income and support for Action for Children.

You will steward our supporters in London and South East of England with their fundraising activity, supporting sports participants, fundraising groups, community corporate partners, DIY fundraisers, Methodists, and more. 

Howyou'llhelp to create brighter futures

· Supporting the delivery of a range of fundraising campaigns and activities across London and the South East of England that provide significant income in line with the relationship fundraising strategy. 

· Assisting with the stewardship of local volunteer fundraising groups, organisations, clubs, businesses in the local area to encourage further involvement in our work.

· Manage the administrative set up and support of ‘Action Squads’, i.e. volunteer led fundraising groups to help them successfully fundraise and raise awareness. 

· Working across and attending challenge events to assist the stewardship and support for sports participants, who sign up to run, walk, cycle, and skydive for Action for Children across the UK. 

· Demonstrate accountability to our supporters and volunteers through an open, honest, transparent, and consistent approach.

· Supporting the delivery of set financial targets and non-financial targets and outcomes locally.

Let'stalk about you

· Experience of delivering successful fundraising activity to achieve income growth. 

· Proven experience of networking and of developing and stewarding.

· Maintaining excellent personal relationships with senior external and internal stakeholders, donors, and volunteers. 

· Able to manage challenging and demanding situations to ensure the delivery of all events and fundraising activities.

· Ability to project manage a team of volunteers to achieve against specific financial goals where appropriate. 

· Proficient in Microsoft 365 Suite. 

Please see the Job Description for the full list of accountabilities and requirements.

Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for thisrole.

Diversity, equality, andinclusion

AtActionforChildren,we'rededicatedto building a diverse,inclusive, and authentic workplace.

Weactivelyencourageapplicationsfrom Black, Asian &MinorityEthnic, and disabled candidates as they areunder-representedwithinActionforChildren. We want to takedeliberateand purposefulactionto ensure equalopportunityto all groups in society and forActionforChildren.

Want toknow more about Action for Children?

Find us onLinkedin,Facebook, Instagram or YouTubeto get to know us better.

Closing Date:Tuesday 25th August 2026.

Interviews will be held via MS Teams week commencing 31st August 2026.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Outreach, Wheelchair Skills and Wider Engagement

· Engage the widest possible range of people with spinal cord injury to sign up for further contact with Back Up, through organising and/or delivering wheelchair skills training sessions and talks for patients and families at the spinal cord injury centre in the region, general hospitals and with other key partners or locations as identified.

· Coordinate, support and manage volunteer trainers who are helping to deliver sessions and talking to patients and families.

· Lead, sustain and develop strong and effective working relationships with a wide range of health professionals and other charity representatives e.g. through presentations, calls and meetings, to ensure that people access seamless support.

Proactive Contact with People Affected by Spinal Cord Injury

· Maintain and support relationships with a large number of people affected by SCI (adults, children and young people and their parents) through regular proactive contact. This could be in person in the spinal cord injury centre, other settings or through events, telephone contact or other interactions.

· Explore their feelings, wishes and needs and provide tailored peer support to help them feel supported, access relevant services from Back Up and elsewhere through proactive referrals, and become more aware of the possibilities of life after SCI.

Networking, Partnerships and Sustainability

· Develop and maintain a map of touchpoints in the region, where people with an SCI will come into contact.

· Develop partnerships, referral routes and signposting processes to develop reach beyond the spinal cord injury centre.

· Develop and manage a network of community ambassador volunteers to support the wider work and sustainability of Back Up through fundraising and other related activities.

· Take a lead on encouraging localised fundraising activity; working towards wider income targets that support ongoing sustainability.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

· Maintaining accurate records on the database.

· Work as a team, consulting with others to ensure you give and receive high quality support.

· Keep Back Up informed of the issues affecting the people you are supporting and of developments at the spinal cord injury centre, general hospitals and other settings.

· Input into team planning and activities.

· Manage the budget relating to activities in your region.

· Help recruit new volunteers as needed to ensure a diverse team representing Back Up.

· Other duties as required by the Regional Outreach & Engagement Team Leader.

 

 

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 of working to support vulnerable people to achieve goals/move forward in life
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to relate to people at all levels internally and externally
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High standard of IT including experience of using databases and MS Office
• Self-starter; highly organised, able to drive own workload
• A creative and proactive approach to all areas of work with a 'can do' attitude, in line with the charity's values
• Commitment to delivering a high-quality service
• Respect for confidentiality
• Suitable to work safely and appropriately with children and vulnerable people
• Strong team working orientation with a flexible and adaptable approach to work demands across the whole organisation, a real people person
• Respect for others; able to work in a way that respects diversity and values equality
• Great listener, warmth, empathy, respect for everybody. Able to be non-judgmental and focus on the individual and their needs
• Willing and able to travel and work occasional evenings and weekends including overnight stays
• GCSE Maths and English A-C or equivalent

Desirable:

• Spinal cord injured person or family member
• Experience of working with and supporting volunteers
• Experience of working with people in trauma
• Presentation skills and the ability to manage a group
• Proactive approach to own support needs, health & wellbeing
• An understanding of the needs of people adjusting to life with spinal cord injury

Senior Partnerships Officer

Do you have experience of successfully developing new major donor/client relationships or corporate partnerships, either in a charity or business environment? Are you confident in asking for and securing gifts or financial commitments?

If you do and have outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, then apply today and join a nature restoration charity, whose mission is to restore beavers to regenerate our landscapes.

Position: Senior Partnerships Officer

Location: Remote, resident in mainland Britain

Hours: Part-time; 3 days per week

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £29,403 per annum, pro rata

Closing Date: 9.00 am on Monday 24th August. We reserve the right to interview candidates and close the ad ahead of the closing date, should a strong candidate be identified.

Interview Date: Online interviews will be held on Monday 14th September. You will be asked to give a short presentation to the interview panel and may also be given a task to undertake prior to or during the interview.

About the Role

The Senior Partnerships Officer (SPO) will work closely with the Chief Executive (CEO) and Fundraising Lead (FL) to ensure the charity has sufficient funding to achieve its mission. This primarily involves developing new donor relationships and partnerships to grow fundraising income streams. The fundraising strategy focuses on high-value grants, gifts and partnerships. We recognise that the lines between major donors, corporate partners and family foundations are often blurred. Therefore, the charity have chosen not to silo work in this way and instead have created a new role focused on developing new relationships across all these income streams. The focus of the role is on ‘winning new business’ and will suit an entrepreneurial candidate with experience in business development, and/or building new corporate or philanthropic partnerships. 

Key areas of responsibility include:

• New business development - acquiring prospective donors and partners
• Solicit gifts
• Relationship management & stewardship
• Be part of the Beaver Trust fundraising team

About You

You will be entrepreneurial and a self-starter, driven to build a network of meaningful relationships with prospective donors and supporters. Able to work independently and make decisions with little supervision.

You will have:

• Excellent prospect research skills, and an understanding of the motivations of donors and how to use this insight to create persuasive propositions and deliver compelling pitches.
• Experience of successfully developing new major donor/client relationships or corporate partnerships, either in a charity or business environment.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills and be able to interact confidently and persuasively in a range of settings with existing and prospective major donors and partners.
• Experience of representing an organisation’s interests and advocating for them.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues to move donors, supporters and partner organisations along a donor journey, from initial contact and relationship building to soliciting a donation and ongoing stewardship.
• Knowledge of all relevant fundraising, data protection and other regulations.
• Resilience and be a problem solver, able to withstand negative reactions and find solutions.
• The ability to think strategically and translate ambitions into actionable plans and delivery.
• Highly competent IT skills, preferably Google Workplace, and high standards for visual content.

All shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Tuesday 1st September 2026. If you have not heard from us by this date, please accept our thanks for applying and assume that you were not shortlisted on this occasion.

About the Organisation

Join a nature restoration charity, restoring beavers to regenerate our landscapes. Our client’s team is small with a diverse skillset and extensive experience in beaver ecology and restoration, human-wildlife coexistence, and policy. They provide practical solutions to help people to co-exist with beavers and influence legislation in Scotland, Wales and at Westminster that rebuilds ecosystems, improves river health, and strengthens climate resilience in a time of ecological and climate crisis.

Benefits include:

• 25 days holiday, plus Christmas day through to New Year’s Day paid, plus 6 days of floating holidays.
• Flexible approach to hours of work.
• Travel, accommodation and subsistence expenses will be met by the trust in
• Pension contribution of 3% of your total pay each month
• One-off contributions toward the cost of an ergonomic office chair and toward purchases of essential devices (laptop, mouse and smartphone)
• Monthly home working allowance, plus an annual contribution toward the maintenance and/or replacement of the essential devices.

We are committed to inclusive recruitment and are happy to make reasonable adjustments at any stage of the process. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, especially those underrepresented in the environmental sector, including people of colour, disabled people, those from low-income backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ communities and all other protected characteristics

You may have experience in roles including Major Donor, Major Gifts, Corporate Partnerships, Major Donor Fundraiser, Major Gifts Fundraiser, Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser, Corporate Partnerships Lead, Senior Corporate Partnerships Officer.

Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP