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Join our Community Fundraising Team and play an important part in stewarding some of The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity’s most dedicated supporters.
This role is an integral part of the Community Fundraising team, providing support to people raising funds for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity and being the first point of contact for enquiries. Dealing directly with supporters, the role requires an effective communicator and proactive individual who is passionate about fundraising. The role will also support the Community Fundraising Manager and Senior Community Fundraising Executive with the stewardship of high value community fundraisers.
What you’ll be doing:
- Support and provide high levels of stewardship for supporters who are fundraising for the Charity.
- First point of contact for all community fundraising supporters, including answering incoming calls and meeting and greeting supporters that visit the Charity office.
- Work alongside the Senior Community Fundraising Executive to help identify and develop ways to encourage supporters to fundraise for the Charity.
- Send fundraising materials and thank supporters in a timely manner, keeping an accurate record of these communications on the database
- Ensure community fundraising information on the Charity website and displayed within the hospital is up to date.
What we’re looking for:
We’re looking for someone who is:
- An excellent written and verbal communicator, able to engage effectively with a wide range of audiences
- Proactive with strong problem-solving skills
- Able to work efficiently and effectively on a variety of tasks using own initiative and good judgment
Why join us?
We’re a values-driven charity committed to saving lives by funding world-leading research, treatment, and care at The Royal Marsden. You’ll be part of a collaborative, ambitious, and kind team, with plenty of opportunities for learning and development.
What we offer:
- 27 days annual leave rising with length of service
- Up to 6% employer contributions subject to matched contribution from you (increasing with length of service)
- Training, support and development opportunities
- Access to the Blue Light discount scheme and other discounts opportunities
- Access to subsidised staff restaurants, on-site yoga and wellbeing classes, staff choir and much more
- Range of wellbeing initiatives including access to an employee assistance programme designed to save money and improve your physical, financial and mental health and wellbeing, access to free online GP appointments and free eye tests and contribution towards any glasses required for work purposes
- Opportunities for training and career development
Inclusion matters:
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Applications from all backgrounds are warmly welcomed.
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 is 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.
The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity raises money to improve the lives of people affected by cancer.
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About Access to Sports Project
Access to Sports Project is at a pivotal moment in its growth.
Over the past year, we have secured significant new investment from major funders including National Lottery, BBC Children in Need, Sport England and Garfield Weston Foundation. Demand for our work continues to grow across North London and we are now ready to invest in our first-ever full-time Fundraising Manager.
This is a rare opportunity to shape and lead fundraising within a respected, community-rooted sports charity. This is your opportunity to play a central role in our ambition to become a £1m+ organisation within the next three years.
The Opportunity
The Fundraising Manager will play a central role in managing and growing partnerships with key funders to ensure they are well stewarded, renewed and, where possible, developed into larger, multi-year relationships.
Alongside this, you will be responsible for securing new income, with a particular focus on trusts, foundations and statutory funding, while also supporting the development of additional income streams over time.
While the role spans multiple income streams, the primary focus (especially in year one) will be on trusts, foundations and statutory funding, with other areas (corporate, community, events) developed over time.
You will also help build the foundations for long-term fundraising success by:
- Supporting the development and delivery of a fundraising strategy
- Helping implement a CRM system to manage relationships and pipeline
- Strengthening monitoring and evaluation approaches to evidence impact and support funding
This role does not initially involve line management, but you will lead the fundraising function and play a key role in shaping its future growth.
Key Responsibilities
Trusts, Foundations & Statutory Funding
- Write high-quality funding applications, cases for support and grant reports
- Manage and steward a portfolio of existing funders, maximising renewal and uplift opportunities
- Research, develop and submit new funding applications
- Work with delivery staff to gather impact data, outcomes and case studies
Systems, Data & Insight
- Develop and implement a clear monitoring and evaluation approach to support fundraising, reporting and impact measurement
- Research, recommend and help implement a CRM system for fundraising and relationship management
- Track income, prospects, deadlines and reporting requirements
- Produce clear fundraising reports and insights for the CEO and trustees
Relationship Management & New Business
- Build strong, long-term relationships with funders, partners and supporters
- Represent The Access to Sports Project at meetings, events, funder visits and site visits
- Work with the CEO and trustees to unlock networks and cultivate new opportunities
Fundraising Strategy & Delivery
- Co-develop a 3-year fundraising strategy with the Chief Executive and external fundraising consultant
- Translate strategy into clear annual plans, pipelines and targets
- Take ownership of day-to-day delivery and implementation
Collaboration & Culture
- Work closely with delivery teams, coaches and managers to understand programmes and impact
- Be an active, visible part of a small, close-knit and supportive team
- Spend time on programmes and community activity to stay connected to the young people and communities we serve
You’ll be embedded within our sports environment at Sobell Leisure Centre. You’ll regularly be close to delivery, impact and the energy of community sport.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is ambitious, proactive, relationship-led and values-driven.
Essential
- Proven experience securing income from trusts, foundations and/or statutory bodies (including 5-figure or significant grants).
- Strong bid writing and grant reporting skills
- Excellent relationship management and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple funding deadlines and priorities
- Strong organisational and project management skills
- Confidence working independently while collaborating closely with senior stakeholders
Desirable
- Experience across corporate fundraising, community fundraising, events or individual giving
- Experience implementing or working with a CRM
- Experience in a small or growing charity environment
Personal Qualities
- Entrepreneurial mindset. Excited by building systems, testing ideas and shaping strategy
- Comfortable being hands-on and “mucking in” as part of a small team
- Curious, adaptable and motivated by impact as much as income
- A genuine passion for sport and belief in its power to change lives (a big plus)
Safeguarding & Values
- Access to Sports Project is committed to safeguarding children and young people.
- The successful candidate will be expected to share this commitment and will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
- We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Why Join Us?
- A rare opportunity to build and lead fundraising in a growing, respected sports charity
- Real influence, autonomy and trust from day one
- A passionate, supportive team rooted in community sport
- Hybrid working with a vibrant base at Sobell Leisure Centre
- The chance to help shape the future of grassroots sport in London
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This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a passionate, supportive team and to help grow community and events frundraising directly enables Bipolar UK to reach more people, reduce harm, and save lives. You will be trusted to lead, encouraged to innovate, and supported to do your best work.This is a management role focussed on strategic planning, enabling delivery and leading a small team to perform at their best.
Working closely with the Director of Fundraising and alongside the Strategic Partnerships and Trusts teams, you will be responsible for setting clear plans, developing effective fundraising approaches, and ensuring strong systems, processes and supporter experiences are in place to drive sustainable income growth.
You will lead the delivery and development of community fundraising, challenge events, individual giving through community activity, and in-memory fundraising. A key part of the role will be developing a clear and engaging events and fundraising volunteer offer, including an effective induction process that enables volunteers to fundraise confidently on behalf of Bipolar UK.
This role requires a thoughtful, organised and people-centred manager who understands how to balance ambition with compassion in a mental health charity context.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic leadership and planning
- Develop and deliver a clear community and events fundraising strategy aligned with Bipolar UK’s wider fundraising and organisational goals.
- Translate strategy into achievable annual plans, income targets and team objectives.
- Use insight, data and evaluation to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Work with the Director of Fundraising to forecast income, manage risk and maximise return on investment.
2. Community and events fundraising delivery
- Lead the planning, delivery and growth of a portfolio of community fundraising initiatives and challenge events, both in person and online.
- Ensure a consistently high-quality supporter experience across all community and events activity.
- Oversee web content and digital resources to support community and event fundraising
- Identify and develop new fundraising opportunities that align with Bipolar UK’s mission, values and supporter base.
- Act as an ambassador for Bipolar UK at key events when required.
3. Volunteer fundraising offer
- Develop a clear, accessible and motivating events and community fundraising volunteer offer.
- Design and implement an effective volunteer induction process, ensuring fundraisers feel confident, supported and well-equipped.
- Work with colleagues to ensure volunteer fundraising activity is aligned with safeguarding, wellbeing and organisational policies.
4. Digital campaigns and income growth
- Lead on the planning and delivery of digital-led community and events fundraising campaigns.
- Work collaboratively with Marketing and Communications colleagues to develop supporter journeys, content and communications that drive engagement and income.
- Develop approaches to grow connected income streams, including regular giving and in-memory giving, through community and digital activity.
- Monitor performance, assess impact and report clearly on outcomes and learning.
5. Supporter experience and stewardship
- Ensure supporters are stewarded with care, empathy and professionalism, recognising the personal connection many have to bipolar.
- Oversee thanking, updating and re-engagement activity to build long-term supporter relationships.
- Ensure accurate and compliant use of the CRM and fundraising data.
6. Team leadership and organisational contribution
- Line-manage and support the Fundraising Officer and Supporter Engagement Assistant, providing clear direction, coaching and development.
- Create a positive, supportive and high-performing team culture focused on impact and learning.
- Oversee income and expenditure for the community and events portfolio, monitoring budgets and performance against targets.
- Contribute to organisational planning, cross-team working and the development of efficient systems and processes.
- Evaluate performance and produce insight-led reports to support decision-making and improvement.
- Uphold Bipolar UK’s values at all times.
Essential Criteria
- Significant experience managing community and/or events fundraising, with a track record of achieving income and engagement targets.
- Experience of line-managing staff and leading a small team to deliver effectively.
- Strong planning and organisational skills, with experience translating strategy into delivery plans.
- Experience of managing budgets and reporting on performance and impact.
- Demonstrable experience of digital fundraising and use of online fundraising platforms.
- Experience working with volunteers or community fundraisers.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire others.
- Confidence using CRM systems and fundraising data.
- Knowledge of the UK charity sector, GDPR and fundraising best practice.
- A compassionate, values-led approach and confidence working in a mental health context.
Desirable Criteria
- Fundraising qualification or Chartered Institute of Fundraising membership.
- Lived experience of bipolar, or a close personal connection to someone affected by the condition.
Please submit a CV and a cover letter of no more than 2 pages, outlining your suitability for the role and our experience using the essential and desirable criteria.
Our mission is to empower everyone affected by bipolar to live well and fulfil their potential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Fundraising Manager
Location: York or Burgess Hill / Hybrid
Salary: £42,000 - £45,000 per annum DOE
Hours: 35hrs per week
Why join us?
Brainkind is a charity that aims to improve the lives of people with brain injuries in the UK. Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units and hospitals use expert neurorehabilitation to support people to regain the skills they have lost. We treat people with a range of brain injuries – sustained through trauma, illness, substance abuse and more – to recover and meet their personal goals. Our employees are incredibly passionate about the jobs they do – you will find a strong team spirit across our services and amazing colleagues who always pull together and look out for each other.
MAIN PURPOSE:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Fundraising Manager to lead and grow a diverse income portfolio across multiple fundraising disciplines.
This is a leadership role responsible for contributing to and delivering a national fundraising strategy aligned to Brainkind’s organisational priorities, financial sustainability goals, and growth ambitions.
The postholder will manage and develop a small fundraising team, embed high-performance standards, and drive income generation across statutory trusts and foundations, major donors, corporate partnerships, community fundraising, events, and individual giving.
MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategic Leadership
- Contribute to, develop and deliver a multi-year fundraising strategy to achieve sustainable income growth.
- Set and manage annual income targets exceeding £500k to £1m.
- Identify new income streams aligned to Brainkind’s service model and expansion priorities.
- Work closely with senior leadership to align fundraising with operational and strategic objectives.
Income Generation (All Disciplines)
Lead and oversee income generation across:
- Trusts & Foundations – Develop compelling proposals for health, social care and rehabilitation funding.
- Corporate Partnerships – Secure and manage mutually beneficial local partnerships.
- Community & Events Fundraising – Grow supporter-led activity nationally.
- Individual Giving & Digital Campaigns – Strengthen acquisition, retention and legacy programmes.
- Statutory & Health Sector Funding (where applicable outside commissioned services).
Team Management
- Line manage, coach and develop a small fundraising team.
- Foster a high-performance, collaborative culture.
- Set KPIs and ensure strong pipeline management and reporting.
Relationship & Stakeholder Management
- Act as an ambassador for Brainkind externally.
- Build strong internal relationships with operations, clinical teams, finance, and communications to gather impact data and case studies.
- Work closely with marketing/communications to strengthen brand-led fundraising campaigns.
Governance & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and best practice (e.g. Fundraising Regulator, GDPR).
- Monitor ROI and cost-effectiveness across fundraising activities.
ABOUT YOU:
- Knowledge of a broad range of fundraising and charity sector activities.
- Knowledge of legal obligations for fundraising activities and all internal procedures and regulations and adherence to best practices, as defined by the organisation and Institute of Fundraising Code of Practice & Fundraising Regulator
- Proven track record of achieving and exceeding fundraising income targets at £500k+ level (or comparable scale).
- Experience in managing successful campaigns, both digitally and within the community.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to analyse data and manager performance pipelines.
- Be able to research, identify and build on opportunities for fundraising initiatives.
- Creative and innovative.
REWARDS:
You can look forward to excellent benefits including:
- A competitive salary of £42,000 - £45,000 per annum DOE
- 38 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) (pro rata)
- Buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave.
- Health Cash Plan
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Excellent training and support
- Group life assurance.
- Eye voucher scheme
- Free parking
- Company Pension
- Long Service and Staff Awards
We also put a big focus on employee wellbeing and support. It matters to us that you feel at your best. Career development is a priority. We will ensure you get all the training and learning opportunities you need to achieve your goals.
**Please note we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on a rolling basis until the role is filled therefore, we recommend applying as soon as possible. **
*All successful candidates are subject to compliance checks including 3 years of checkable references and DBS/PVG checks*
Brainkind are a Disability Confident Employer. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Brainkind is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive organisation. It is a place where we recognise, celebrate, and live our values which includes offering a range of inclusive employment policies and staff engagement forums to support employees from all backgrounds.
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ABOUT CITY HARVEST
Est. 2014, City Harvest London food charity rescues nutritious surplus food from farms,
manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers, and delivers it, for free, to over 130,000 people a
week via organisations feeding those facing food poverty. Our HQ depot is in Acton, with a
satellite site at New Covent Garden Market. City Harvest rescues food, people, and the
planet by diverting food waste and providing life-changing support to communities across
London.
Distributing free food for more than 1.3 million meals a month, our fleet of vans deliver to
food banks, homeless shelters, hostels, soup kitchens, mental health charities, projects
supporting the elderly and socially isolated, social pantries, community kitchens, refugee
hostels, schools and nurseries, family centres and domestic abuse refuges. Join our passionate mission to reduce waste and feed London, with opportunities to grow while
making a real difference.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The lead and deliver integrated communications that build the charity’s profile, deepen engagement and support income generation. This role will develop compelling narratives, manage key channels, and ensure consistent, high-quality messaging across all audiences.
Key stakeholder comms
- Brand management - responsible for all branded marketing communications, across socials, website, marketing materials, event presentations, media, and partner comms.
- Campaigns - creating content for various annual fundraising, volunteer, and food-sourcing campaigns.
- Digital campaign marketing.
- Content creation - design trusted content to achieve organic reach, with broad messaging to support department KPIs, volunteer and donor engagement
- Website management.
- Press coverage - reactive press office management, press release writing, image archiving.
- Run GDPR compliant email marketing campaigns.
- Internal comms – responsible for the staff newsletter.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Brand management
- Social media management
- Campaign management
- Newsletters - Mailchimp
- Content creation/ archiving
- Press office
- Creation of marketing materials
- Managing budget
- Website updating/editorial
- Managing third-party website support & SEO specialist
KEY DELIVERABLES
Collaboration
- Internal comms: Ensuring consistency in appearance, accuracy, and tone across all
- communications between departments.
- Newsletter management for internal comms and external stakeholders.
- External comms: Ensure CH is recognisable by partners and stakeholders, with a quality
- brand consistently applied across all materials, including its use by partner organisations.
- Manage stakeholder partnerships: PR, press releases, event materials, branding.
Support
- Cultivate good working relationships with all teams to ensure alignment with our core marketing and communication strategies.
- Assist all departments in their internal and external communications needs
- Ensure consistency and timely delivery of events and communications plans
- Orchestrate digital content strategies across all online platforms to drive traffic and engagement that translates to brand promotion and donor acquisition.
- Oversee the editorial calendar, including internal and external teams, supporting all department KPIs and campaigns.
Fundraising focus
- Assist in the delivery of the City Harvest fundraising strategy, including corporate partnerships involving charity of the year’s programmes and cause-related marketing campaigns.
- Showcase corporate partnerships across the website and socials to attract new business.
- Promote challenge events, individual giving campaigns and corporate volunteering.
- Work with the fundraising team on large annual campaigns such as The Big Give
- Understand and create impactful supporter journeys across awareness, engagement, donation and retention.
- Ability to tie communications directly to impact & income.
- External newsletter highlighting fundraising.
Campaigns
- Clear and compelling content creation to meet the needs of the organisation’s targets.
- Measure and report on the performance of marketing campaigns, gain insight and assess against goals.
- Balance short-term campaigns with long-term brand building.
- Plan timelines and content calendars.
- Deliver to deadlines often with last-minute changes.
- Ability to use data insights to inform decision-making and future approach/design.
Financial responsibility
You will be responsible for managing the digital marketing budget, in line with the organisation’s scheme of delegation and financial procedures.
Organisation-wide responsibility
- Comply with relevant equality and diversity policies, promoting a healthy working environment where all individuals are valued.
- Comply with relevant data protection policies, ensuring General Data Protection
- Regulations (GDPR) are considered when making plans and decisions.
- Work as part of a wider team, undertaking any other reasonable duties appropriate for the role that may be required by the organisation.
ABOUT YOU
- Sympathetic to and aligned with City Harvest’s mission.
- Emotional intelligence often involves working with sensitive topics, internal pressure and competing priorities
- All-rounder and self-starter.
- Creative and able to create content with ease.
- Ability to push back diplomatically and maintain boundaries even with leadership.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- 3+ years’ experience in a similar role
- Strong time-management and organisational skills
- Experience with online community building
- Proficient with Canva
- Brand management experience
- Content marketing with GA knowledge
- Experience across a range of roles across the communications and marketing mix
- Strong copy writer and attention to detail
- Great ethical storytelling for supporter engagement
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to build healthy work relationships
- Ability to cope and work well with high work volumes, conflicting priorities and tight deadlines
- Problem-solving skills and positive, proactive "can-do" attitude
- Technological proficiency in relevant software – e.g. proficiency in Microsoft Office,
- Experience working with Outlook, and Google products etc.
DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Communications & marketing experience gained within the third sector
- Fundraising communications experience or working alongside fundraising teams
- Experience of public relations
- Ability to interpret data analysis and evaluate campaigns
- Ability to assess and advise on any reputational risk, including sensitive stories and issues
QUALITIES REQUIRED FOR SUCCESS AT CITY HARVEST
- Charitable
- Compassionate
- Community-focused
- Aspiring
- Trustworthy
- Collaborative team player
JOB DETAILS
- Job Type: Full-time, permanent, Monday to Friday
- Hours of Work: 9-5pm / 40 hours per week (with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break each day)
- Salary: £37,500 per annum
- Place of Work: Hybrid, 2 days in the office (Unit 8, Acton Park Industrial Estate, London, W3 7QE)
City Harvest London is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe in treating all employees, volunteers, candidates, and stakeholders with fairness and respect. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that individuals from different backgrounds bring to our organisation, and we strive to foster an environment that promotes equal opportunities for all.
We adhere to the Equality Act 2010, and our policy is to be fair and consistent in all aspects of our organisation. Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to select candidates based on their abilities and merits to perform the tasks required. All applications received will be dealt with confidentially and subject to our company's recruitment and selection processes. Employment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks and eligibility to live and work in the UK.
At City Harvest London, we embrace equality as part of our ways of working because we believe it is the right thing to do for our people, our community, and our success. We do not discriminate in employment based on race, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, marital status, medical history, parental status, or genetic information.
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Are you our new Interim Senior Marketing and Communications Manager?
Do you have the strategic vision, leadership skills and creativity to drive high‑impact marketing and communications at a critical moment for a national health charity? Could you lead a talented team to deliver compelling, audience‑led campaigns that accelerate progress for everyone affected by ovarian cancer?
We are looking for an Interim Senior Marketing and Communications Manager to lead our Marketing and Communications function during an exciting period of transition and growth. This role will play a pivotal part in delivering our communications and brand strategy, supporting the rollout of our new organisational strategy, and maintaining momentum across high‑profile campaigns and projects.
Reporting to the Director of Fundraising and Engagement, you’ll oversee marketing and communications across the organisation, line managing a team of specialists and working closely with the Senior Leadership Team. You’ll provide strategic leadership, clear direction and hands‑on support, ensuring activity is well planned, insight‑driven and aligned to our wider organisational objectives.
This role is ideal for an experienced marketing and communications leader, ideally from the charity sector, who can combine strategic thinking with strong delivery, and who thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.
We are an ambitious charity, building on our achievements and targeting what’s important to stop ovarian cancer devastating lives - symptoms awareness, early diagnosis, better treatments and support for all. It’s an exciting time to be joining Target Ovarian Cancer as we move into our ambitionus new strategy.
Join us and together we'll fight for a world where everyone with ovarian cancer lives.
The role
This is a full-time (35 hours per week), fixed-term position for 12 months.
We operate a hybrid working model. You will usually work remotely but will be expected to attend meetings at our office near London Bridge when required. Please note that travel costs to the office are not covered.
If you would like more information about expected office attendance, please refer to the recruitment pack.
How to apply
Click ‘Apply’ to view the full job description and complete your application.
You will be asked to submit your CV and answer three application questions (maximum 250 words each) as part of the process.
You will also be asked to complete an equalities monitoring form (details included in the recruitment pack).
Applications without responses to the application questions may not be considered.
Key dates
- Closing date: 10th May 2026
- Interviews: Week commencing 18th May 2026
If you are invited to interview, you will have the opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments.
Additional information
Target Ovarian Cancer does not hold a sponsorship licence and cannot sponsor visas.
We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all. If you require support with your application, please refer to the guidance provided in the recruitment pack.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Help tackle loneliness among older people in care homes
Thousands of older people living in care homes receive few or no visitors. Friends for Life Bedfordshire exists to change that.
Through our befriending and group activities, we bring companionship, connection and meaningful relationships to care home residents across Bedford and the surrounding area.
We are now looking for a Fundraiser to help secure and grow the income that makes this work possible.
About Friends for Life Bedfordshire
We are a Bedford-based charity working to address the social isolation of older residents in Bedfordshire’s care homes.
Founded in 2007, we have grown from a small local initiative to a registered charity with c90 volunteers supporting more than 30 care homes across Bedford Borough. In the last year, over 1,100 care home residents received our services.
The Role
This is a pivotal role for the charity. It is key to the delivery of our business plan and growth aspirations.
You will take ownership of fundraising and income generation, ensuring we have the resources to sustain and grow our impact.
You will lead on grant fundraising whilst also developing community and individual giving, and delivering engaging fundraising events.
This is a hands-on role in a small organisation, so you will have real ownership and visibility. You will shape our fundraising strategy and directly influence how many residents we can reach.
This role is suited to someone who is both strategic and practical — someone who can develop the fundraising strategy and the plan to deliver this, but is equally comfortable writing applications, building relationships and making things happen.
Key Responsibilities
Grant Fundraising
- Identify and secure funding from trusts, foundations and statutory bodies
- Write high-quality, compelling funding applications
- Build and manage a strong pipeline of funding opportunities
- Maintain relationships with funders, including reporting and stewardship
Community & Individual Fundraising
- Grow income through local partnerships, supporters and community initiatives
- Engage schools, businesses and individuals to generate support
- Work with Marketing, Partnerships & Activities Lead to develop campaigns that drive regular and one-off donations
- Strengthen our local supporter base and visibility
Fundraising Events
- Plan and deliver fundraising events (community and corporate), managing logistics, budgets and stakeholder coordination
- Work with Marketing, Partnerships & Activities Lead to promote events through social media and marketing platforms
- Ensure events are engaging, effective and financially successful
- Evaluate performance and improve future activity
Strategy, Compliance & Reporting
- Develop and deliver a clear fundraising strategy aligned to organisational goals
- Track performance against targets and provide insight
- Ensure all fundraising is compliant with regulations and best practice
- Represent the charity externally with confidence and credibility
About You
We are looking for someone who can take ownership of fundraising and produce results in a small, resource-constrained environment.
You will likely bring:
- Experience developing or contributing to a fundraising strategy
- Proven experience in fundraising, with a track record of generating income
- Strong experience in writing successful grant applications
- Experience of developing and growing income from community fundraising initiatives (e.g. partnerships, volunteer-led activities, individuals and events)
- Ability to build and manage relationships with funders, donors or partners
- Strong written communication skills — able to create compelling cases for support
- Ability to work independently, prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
- A proactive, resourceful approach — you don’t wait to be told what to do
- Comfortable balancing strategy with hands-on delivery
What We Offer
- £16.79 per hour (£18,334 per year for 21 hours per week)
- Employer pension
- Flexible and hybrid working
- A supportive and passionate team of staff, volunteers and trustees
- The chance to transform the lives of care home residents every single week
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a short covering statement outlining how your experience aligns with the position.
Selection will be via an interview.
Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to evidence this prior to interview.
Finally, the role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Shakespeare Hospice is looking for an enthusiastic and highly organised Fundraising Assistant to join our Income Generation team and play a central role in supporting the Hospice’s fundraising activity.
This role is the first point of contact for many of our supporters, helping to ensure every interaction with the Hospice is positive, responsive and meaningful. You will act as a key coordination point across the fundraising team, supporting campaigns, community fundraising, events and supporter communications.
Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, you will help to ensure that fundraising activity runs smoothly and that opportunities to engage and thank supporters are maximised. This role is pivotal in ensuring that supporters feel valued and connected to the Hospice, helping to turn initial engagement into long-term relationships.
You will be someone who enjoys working with people and takes pride in providing excellent supporter care. You will have strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple activities while maintaining attention to detail.
Experience in fundraising, events, customer engagement or supporter care would be beneficial, although full training will be provided.
Every interaction you manage will help ensure supporters feel connected to the Hospice and inspired to continue supporting the care we provide to families across South Warwickshire.
For everyone in our community affected by a life-limiting illness or bereavement to be able to access compassionate care and the support they need
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us:
Stephen’s Children UK is a Christian charity dedicated to providing financial support to the existing and well developed Stephen’s Children ministries in Egypt’s garbage slums outside of Cairo.
These programs are staffed by over 1,500 dedicated and compassionate individuals ready to make a difference. Over 20% of Stephen’s Children staff members grew up in these same impoverished communities. They come back with the hope to break the cycle of poverty for others, instilling a culture of hope by nurturing hearts, training minds, and teaching our families the strength of God’s love, though the provision of schools, healthcare, home visits, summer camps and much more.
As part of our ongoing growth and efforts to expand our reach in the UK, we are looking for a dynamic, passionate, and experienced Charity Fundraiser with strong social media and digital marketing skills.
Role Overview:
As a Charity Fundraiser with Social Media and Digital Marketing experience, you will play a pivotal role in raising awareness and funds for our cause. You will leverage your expertise in fundraising, social media strategy, and digital marketing to develop and execute innovative campaigns that inspire individuals and organisations to engage and contribute. This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact through creative and strategic digital campaigns.
We are in early discussions with a potential Patron which would significantly boost our profile, and we are in particular looking to develop partnerships with large corporate donors in line with their CSR obligations.
You will be reporting to the UK Trustees.
Key Responsibilities:
Although mostly working autonomously, you will be working with, and representing SCUK on the international Marketing and Communications Advisory Group to ensure a cohesive approach (the Communications and fund raising teams from the various Stephen’s Children entities in other nations):
- Fundraising Strategy & Campaigns:
- Develop and implement fundraising strategies that align with the charity’s mission and goals.
- Manage and grow fundraising campaigns across multiple platforms, including social media, email, and digital channels, as well as occasionally organising and attending fund raising events.
- Identify and engage potential donors, sponsors, and corporate CSR partners to grow the charity’s financial support base.
- Organize and manage online and occasional in person fundraising events, appeals, and virtual initiatives.
- Social Media & Digital Marketing:
- Create and manage engaging content across various social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), LinkedIn, etc.) to promote fundraising efforts, events, and the charity's mission.
- Develop and execute digital marketing campaigns, including email marketing, paid ads, and influencer collaborations.
- Build a strong online community of supporters and engage with followers through comments, messages, and interactive posts.
- Ensure consistent messaging and branding across all digital channels.
- Donor Relationship Management:
- Maintain and nurture relationships with current and prospective donors through regular communication, updates, and stewardship.
- Coordinate and distribute newsletters [?] and reports for donors, showcasing the impact of their contributions.
- Content Creation & Storytelling:
- Collaborate with the global content team to create compelling communications to a UK audience that showcase the charity’s impact and inspire action.
- Write fundraising appeals, success stories, and content that resonates with various audiences.
- Analytics & Reporting:
- Use digital analytics tools to measure the success of campaigns and track fundraising progress.
- Provide regular reports on social media performance, campaign effectiveness, and donor engagement.
Key Requirements:
- Proven experience in fundraising, particularly within the charity sector or a related field.
- Demonstrated ability to engage and grow online communities and donor bases.
- Strong understanding of digital marketing, with a focus on social media and online campaigns.
- Excellent communication and writing skills, with the ability to craft compelling content for different digital platforms.
- Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills to effectively communicate when speaking in person to supporters and potential supporters, including Trust and Corporate grant applications.
- Creative mindset with the ability to think outside the box to drive engagement and fundraising results.
- Proficiency in social media management tools and digital advertising platforms.
- Familiarity with fundraising platforms (e.g., JustGiving, GoFundMe, Virgin Giving etc) and donor management tools (e.g. Raiser’s Edge etc.)
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to track, measure, and report on campaign performance.
- Strong organisational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple campaigns at once.
- Passionate about the charity’s mission and Christian values, and committed to making a difference.
- Availability to visit the work in Cairo at least once per year (funded by the Charity).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative international team.
- Knowledge of GDPR and data protection regulations as they pertain to online fundraising and social media.
Desirable Skills:
- Previous experience working with corporate donors, Trusts or high-net-worth individuals.
- Knowledge of current fundraising trends and best practices.
- A network of contacts in the fundraising or charity sector.
- Previous experience in organizing virtual or hybrid fundraising events.
- Understanding of the UK charity landscape and fundraising regulations.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a passionate and dedicated organisation making a real difference in people’s lives.
- Work with international counterparts in a dynamic, creative environment where your ideas and contributions will be valued.
- Flexible working hours, mostly remote.
If you are an innovative, results-driven fundraiser with a passion for social media and digital marketing, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and help us create a brighter future for those in need!
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to the email shown.
Please ensure your cover letter highlights your fundraising experience and examples of successful digital marketing campaigns and corporate sponsorship initiatives that you have led or contributed to.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for an experienced fundraising and communications manager with a strong track record of income generation and communications expertise. A collaborative approach and commitment to Helen Arkell’s values is essential. You will be confident using digital technologies to support your work and have the ability to lead and deliver a fundraising strategy. You will have strong written and verbal communication skills and be comfortable stewarding donors and making financial asks.
Key Responsibilities
· Fundraising
o Responsibility for all aspects of fundraising for the organisation
o Development and implementation of multi-year fundraising strategy
o Lead and maintain a pipeline of opportunities across trusts, foundations and philanthropy
o Prepare high-quality, evidence-based funding applications and coordinate grant reporting and stewardship
o Maintain relationships with stakeholders including Patrons and High Net Worth individuals
· Communications
o Manage the organisations digital marketing and PR
o Oversee and manage content on the charity’s website
o Write compelling content for all social media platforms
o Oversee email marketing campaigns
o Use analytics tools to track and report on performance of campaigns
We’d love to hear from you if you would like to help shape the future of fundraising at Helen Arkell.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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!
The Community Fundraising Coordinator plays a pivotal role in bringing communities together to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people affected by cancer. By supporting and inspiring community supporters, you will help turn compassion ino action and action into vital income that funds life-changing care and research. Through buidling strong relationships, delivering exceptional supporter experiences, and driving engagement, you will grow participation and income, ensuring every fundraising effort contributes to better outcome for patients and their families.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The post holder will be based in our Maggie’s West London centre and will be required to travel on a weekly basis between our three London centres- Maggie’s West London, Barts and Royal Free.
As an integral member of the Fundraising Team, the London Fundraising Assistant will support the delivery of a range of successful fundraising activity based around the three centres, in order to maximise income for Maggie’s.
As Fundraising Administrator, you will welcome and support visitors within the centre in their fundraising for Maggie’s as well as in the local community and ensuring they are motivated, informed and supported.
This is a demanding role in a fast-paced environment where priorities change frequently.
There will be a requirement to work irregular hours as well as frequent travel in the London area.
Please note that interviews will take place on Monday 11th May in our Maggie's West London centre.
Maggie's provide free cancer support and information in our centres alongside NHS hospitals and online.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
As an integral member of the fundraising team, the Fundraising Administrator will support the delivery of a range of successful fundraising activity based around the centre, in order to maximise income for Maggie’s.
As Fundraising Administrator, you will welcome and support visitors within the centre in their fundraising for Maggie’s as well as in the local community and ensuring they are motivated, informed and supported.
This is a demanding role in a fast-paced environment where priorities change frequently.
There will be a requirement to work irregular hours as well as some local travel.
Please see the attached job description for further details.
Please note that interviews will take place on Wednesday 20th May in Maggie's Yorkshire.
Maggie's provide free cancer support and information in our centres alongside NHS hospitals and online.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an outstanding individual to join the School’s successful Development Team. Reporting to the Head of Development, working alongside the other members of the team and within the wider External Relations department, the successful candidate will coordinate and develop the School’s substantial programme of events and engagement activities for its alumni, manage the School’s fundraising and stewardship communications and activities, and oversee the day-to-day administration of the Department’s work.
Educated to degree level, with proven experience in both developing relationships with individuals and wider community engagement, the successful candidate will be an outstanding communicator and effective decision maker who will use their impeccable organisation skills to ensure the continuous improvement of the team’s work. Fundraising or alumni relations experience is desirable, although candidates from a variety of backgrounds will be considered.
With some 2,500 pupils, Bolton School is a large, thriving, academically selective day school. It is situated a mile or so from the town centre in a stunning 32 acre campus and is within easy reach of some of the nation’s finest cities and countryside.
A large Foundation Services Department supports the School operations and within this there is a trading arm, Bolton School Services Limited (BSSL). This includes BSS Leisure Services, Kidzone and Patterdale Hall, a superb Outdoor Pursuits Centre situated at the Southern end of Lake Ullswater. Those who work within the organisation are able to combine the experience and pleasure of educating and being around young people with some of the challenges of a business environment.
An attractive salary and benefits package is available.
For further details and to apply online for the position, please visit the School website.
Closing date for applications: Tuesday 05 May 2026 at 12.00 noon
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 13 May 2026
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace to reflect the diversity of our pupils and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and to join Bolton School. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all sections of the community and are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees. We do not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
Bolton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Criminal Records Check for Regulated Activity.
We look forward to receiving your application.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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!
Who are Guts UK Charity?
Guts UK Charity is committed to a world where digestive conditions are better understood, better treated and everyone who lives with one gets the support they need. Too many people are suffering or dying in silence or alone. They don’t know where to turn for information or support, diagnosis takes too long for many, and treatment can often come too late.
We are the only UK charity that covers the entire digestive system. We raise vital awareness of digestive conditions, fund life-saving research, and provide patients and loved ones with expert information and support – we are informed by evidence and expertise, our community, and the patient voice.
Our mission is simple: to improve the lives of millions of people affected by digestive conditions
The role of Interim Head of Fundraising
This is an exciting interim (9-12 month) opportunity for a strategic and people focused leader to head up our Fundraising team and help drive meaningful change for people affected by digestive conditions.
This role is primarily focused on strengthening and scaling voluntary income and leading our fundraising team and activities. The postholder will also shape the future fundraising operating model and support a smooth transition to a permanent fundraising lead.
You’ll be responsible for leading our small and growing fundraising team delivering exceptional supporter care, ensuring high quality service and operational delivery. With our Chief Executive, you'll develop and implement strategies to support fundraising growth, team performance, and supporter engagement and satisfaction. You'll work collaboratively across the charity.
This is a hands-on role suited to a highly experienced fundraising lead who enjoys working with a growing and developing charity.
Hours & Salary range
We are looking for someone to work full-time, or a minimum of 4 days (or 30 hrs) per week. We will consider self-employed candidates for the role but this is subject to appropriate experience. Please stipulate clearly in your covering letter if you are applying on this basis.
Salary range is £65 - £68k (+£2k London weighting) to be calculated pro-rata for anyone looking to work reduced hours. Salary offers will be based on experience.
Location
We have offices in London and Huddersfield, both of which are easily accessible by public transport or road. We support hybrid working but attendance in the chosen office is required for a minimum of 1 day per week.
Please see the attached detail job pack for further information and how to apply.
PLEASE NOTE: Applications will be reviewed, and candidates invited to interview, on a rolling basis. We will close the advert once a suitable candidate has been identified.
Our vision is of a world where digestive disorders are better understood, better treated and everyone who lives with one gets the support they need



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