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School Partnerships Alliance
Membership & Communications Manager
3-4 days per week
£35,000-£45,000 pro rata and subject to experience
Mainly remote (at least initially), with in-person attendance required at monthly team meetings and in-person membership related events which may take place at differing locations, across the UK.
First-round interviews will be held online on Tuesday 12th August. Second round interviews will be in person in London on Friday 15th August.
We are willing to wait for the successful candidate to work through a notice period, but that candidate will be able to start from 1st September 2025 or as soon as available thereafter.
About Us
Formed in 2021, the School Partnerships Alliance (S.P.A.) is an independent, non-politically aligned membership and delivery organisation which supports and promotes impactful, sustainable and mutually beneficial cross-sector school partnerships. We promote and develop best practice, commission research, provide training and offer a wide range of partnership brokering and audit support. We wholeheartedly support the delivery of the strongest pupil outcomes for all children and our national programmes and initiatives are informed by research and experience and driven by impact.
The S.P.A.’s ambition is to become the leading, evidence-led, trusted voice on school partnerships in the UK. Working as a force for school improvement, our vision is for independent-maintained school partnership work to embed itself into the fabric of the national school system; one which is both self-improving and sustainable. We work to enrich both public and policymaker understanding of the benefits of cross-sector school partnerships through research, targeted initiatives and impact analysis.
Our long-term goal is for all UK schools to partner in some form, to improve both their own and their partner schools’ performance and deliver benefits to all pupils, particularly those attending schools in under-resourced areas. We want to work with a wide range of organisations and individuals who share our vision for a fairer future for all children and build a national strategy for school partnerships. A future where all schools work together for meaningful, mutual benefit to support the educational and emotional needs and aspirations of the next generation.
Purpose of the Role
The Membership & Communications Manager is a new part time role at the School Partnerships Alliance, reporting to the Chief Executive and working closely with our Executive Assistant. You will join us at an exciting time as we develop our new organisational strategy and expand our current school membership offer. As this is a new position this post does not currently have direct reports, but there may be an opportunity to recruit additional team member(s) as the organisation continues to grow over the next 12-18 months. You will be required to work closely with both our CEO and Director of Programmes and Research to lead on the development and delivery of the membership strategy, both stewarding and growing our membership base year on year. You will also be required to manage our new website, provide support with our social media, and ensure that all member communications align with both our brand values and guidelines.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver a new, robust membership strategy that supports the S.P.A.’s key objectives. This will include new member acquisition, current member retention and ensuring that stewardship of school members is effective and fit for purpose. You will work with the Director of Programmes and Research to help deliver a credible school partnerships CPD programme and collaborate with the wider S.P.A. team to create a tangible, attractive membership offer (both on and off-line) that will bring schools together, challenge existing partnership practice and support new thinking.
- Actively identify, solicit and enrol new schools as members, building and maintaining an evolving pipeline of new membership prospects.
- Plan and prepare for meetings with current and potential members and accompany CEO and/or Director of Programmes and Research to cultivation meetings where appropriate.
- Be the first point of call for all members and with the support of the Executive Assistant to the CEO, oversee the processing of all new membership applications, renewals and invoices and ensure all enquiries from existing and prospective members are responded to in a timely manner.
- Work with the wider team to confirm a calendar of membership events across the school year. These will take place both online and/or in locations across the UK, so occasional travel will be required.
- Oversee the membership budget and provide quarterly income forecasts and reports to the CEO and Trustees, monitoring and reporting against income targets.
- Build and maintain partnerships with wider S.P.A. stakeholders to include external school membership organisations, MATs and S.P.A. trustees.
- Empower S.P.A. staff and our trustee board to support membership development, utilising their talents and networks effectively.
- Lead on the preparation of high-quality digital membership communication and related marketing and event materials.
- Oversee the establishment of an appropriate administration system to ensure effective membership tracking, due diligence, and to ensure that the S.P.A. has a robust, professional approach to member stewardship.
- Ensure all membership delivery complies with our internal protocols and all external regulations.
- To attend relevant S.P.A in person events.
- To be an active ambassador for the organisation and carry out any other related duties deemed commensurate with the requirements of the role.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
- Passionate advocate for young people and a commitment to the School Partnerships Alliance’s central mission.
- A minimum of 3 years non-profit membership/communications/fundraising experience in a relevant role would be desirable.
- A proven track record of securing membership subsidies and/or donations from trusts and foundations, corporate partners and major donors.
- Excellent relationship and people management skills, varying your style to the needs of the audience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
- Excellent team skills, strong listening and problem-solving abilities with a positive attitude.
- Excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work to deadlines.
- Proficiency in CANVA/In Design and MS PowerPoint to create impactful digital communications.
- Thorough knowledge of structured CRM systems and support tools, all MS Office including Excel.
- Strong understanding of account management and relationship management.
Person Specification
- You are an enthusiastic professional who is passionate about opportunities for young people and education.
- You have an effective and energetic work ethic and are comfortable approaching and working with senior stakeholders across a wide range of organisations and educational institutions.
- You have a keen eye for a prospect and the knowledge and experience to convert them into lasting supporters.
- You are able to work independently and as part of a team.
- You are flexible, reliable and with a can-do attitude.
Equal Opportunities
The School Partnerships Alliance is fully committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital or disability status and welcome applications from applicants of all backgrounds.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is therefore subject to an enhanced DBS check, online checks and two satisfactory references.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Position: Senior Events Fundraiser (Third Party Events)
Hours: Full-time (35 hours a week)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Office-based from one of our national offices (London, Cardiff, Belfast, or Edinburgh) with flexibility to work remotely
Salary: Starting from £33,044 per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band and Job Family: Band 2, Charity
*you’ll start at our entry point salary of £33,044 per annum, increasing to £35,109 after 6 months service and satisfactory performance and to £37,174 after a further 6 months.
About us
We make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.
Our strategy is based on what people affected by MS have told us is important to them. It gives us a clear and determined focus.
Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.
Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive working environment where you'll be able to make a difference.
About this job
We’re looking for a Senior Events Fundraiser to join our Community, Events, and Retail Fundraising team, leading on the delivery of our third party events activities.
You’ll plan, develop, and promote a well-established portfolio of third party challenge events, working to achieve set income targets, while ensuring an outstanding supporter experience for our event participants.
You’ll also be responsible for developing our third party events portfolio; monitoring and evaluating products, as well as innovating, to create opportunities for future growth.
Closing date for applications: 9:00 on Monday 14 July 2025
Interested?
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Equal Opportunities
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and or from ethnic minority backgrounds.
We’d be grateful if you downloaded and completed the equality and diversity monitoring form and submit it with your application.
Disability Confident Employer
We’re a Disability Confident Employer and we’re committed to promoting equality and diversity.
You can ask for reasonable adjustments as part of both our recruitment and new starter on-boarding processes.
If you need any help or adjustments to apply for this role, please contact us. You can also ask for the application materials to be sent to you in a different format. Such as for them to be sent to you by email or in a larger word format.
More about our employee benefits:
We have a wide range of employee benefits including (but not limited to):
Encouraging work life balance
- 38 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rata for part-time
- More annual leave entitlement, based on length of employment
- Smart working options (with the opportunity to work remotely and find a smart working pattern that suits both you and us)
- Flexible working options
Caring for you and your family
- Generous sick pay entitlement
- More sick pay entitlement, based on length of employment
- Opportunity to buy and sell annual leave in each calendar year
- Free access to a GP virtually 24 hours a day/7 days a week allowing you unlimited advice, reassurance and where appropriate diagnosis
- Enhanced leave for new parents
- Free access to a confidential 24 hours a day/7 days a week helpline service for both you and your family with a specialist range of support and information
- Special leave options (such as up to 5 days paid leave for domestic or personal emergencies a year)
- 10 days paid disability leave a year, pro-rata for part-time
- 10 days paid carers’ leave a year, pro-rata for part-time
- Cycle to work scheme
- Death in service scheme
- New family-friendly benefits, including paid leave:
- In the event of miscarriage or still birth
- To support fertility treatments
- For antenatal appointments for both parents
Thinking about your finances
- Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme
- Discounted season ticket loan and interest-free emergency loans
- Give as you earn to support other charities of your choice before tax
- New employee portal including lifestyle savings vouchers and personal wellbeing
Enriching your life at work
- Personalised development plans with a wide range of training courses and opportunities to source additional training options with your line manager
- Yearly internal apprenticeship opportunities
- New, modern offices that embrace working together both in-person and remotely
- Various opportunities to influence how we internally operate (including surveys, and focus and committee groups)
- Active and supportive internal employee networking groups for collaboration and peer support
- 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering for MS Society activities during normal working hours (such as fundraising events, or campaigning in the local community)
- 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering with other charities during normal
Safeguarding
We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services and we come into contact with.
This is regardless of Gender, Race, Disability, Sexual orientation, Religion or belief, Pregnancy, Gender reassignment.
We recognise our particular responsibility to make sure vulnerable adults and children are protected.
We have measures in place to protect everyone we come into contact with from abuse and maltreatment of all kinds.
Your right to work in the UK
You must have the right to work in the UK to work in paid employment with us. You’ll need to share documents showing you’re eligible to work in the UK if we offer you employment.
You can find the UK visas and permits granting you the right to work in the UK on the UK Government website. We currently don’t have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and aren’t able to support you with your visa applications.
No agencies please.
To fund world-leading research, share the latest information and campaign for everyone's rights. Together we are a community. Together we can stop MS
The Trust offers hybrid working, with staff splitting their time between offices, reserves, visitor centres and some remote work, depending on their role.
About us:
Kent Wildlife Trust Group (KWTG) is a dedicated, hard-working and passionate organisation whose structure and initiatives are aligned to delivering the greatest possible local and national impact by taking action and enabling innovations that help address the global nature and climate crisis.
Kent Wildlife Trust is the parent charity and our mission is to restore nature in Kent. We have over 32,000 members, a small army of volunteers and manage over 80 nature reserves.
In addition to the charity the KWT Group also includes Adonis Blue Environmental Consulting, Wilder Carbon and Kent Wildlife Trust Enterprises.
Our ambitious Wilder Kent Strategy 2030 seeks to reverse the nature crisis and see 30% of land and sea in Kent restored to nature by 2030. To achieve this strategy we need a skilled and passionate Senior Partnerships Officer to manage and grow our corporate partnerships.
What you'll be doing:
- Building and managing strong relationships with corporate partners across Kent and the UK.
- Identifying and converting new business supporters into Trust members and partners.
- Developing tailored proposals and securing funding from new and existing companies.
- Managing a portfolio of corporate supporters, increasing income and providing excellent stewardship.
- Supporting corporate partnerships through staff engagement, fundraising and volunteering activities.
- Contributing to income targets, tracking performance, and assisting with budgeting and forecasts.
- Maintaining accurate CRM records and ensuring compliance with data protection and charity regulations.
- Staying up to date with fundraising trends and supporting broader team initiatives where needed.
What we need you to bring:
- Significant experience working in a fundraising or similar role within a charity or non-profit setting, to include writing funding proposals and stewardship reports.
- Knowledge of high value fundraising techniques including a clear understanding of prospecting, cultivating, securing and managing partnerships.
- Strong communication and storytelling skills, both written and oral, with the ability to turn complex ideas into concise and effective cases for support.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Able to manage a varied workload and balance conflicting priorities to meet deadlines.
- Confidence working independently, as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
- Ability to build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
What we will offer in return:
We offer exceptional enhanced benefits. Recognising the wellbeing pressures related to the climate and nature crises we face as a society, we provide flexible work options, wellbeing initiatives, and professional development opportunities. Whatever stage of your career you’re at, our comprehensive benefits package at Kent Wildlife Trust can be a key factor in your choice to join us.
Next steps:
If you're ready to join our team and help us create a Wilder Kent, simply click "Apply now" to apply via our website. Here you can find out more about the role and complete the online application form. Be sure to include your personal statement in the space provided and upload your CV, and take a moment to review the guidance notes for helpful tips.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
We are unable to recruit anyone who does not have a right to work in the UK.
Kent Wildlife Trust believes that everyone has a responsibility to safeguard children, young people, and adults at risk; we are committed to ensuring their safety and wellbeing is at the heart of our engagement with people. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to references, Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks as appropriate to the role.
The Kent Wildlife Trust Group is Wild About Inclusion. To us, this means inspiring, empowering and engaging people from all backgrounds, cultures, identities and abilities, to change the natural world for the better. It also means cultivating inclusive workspaces that are free from discrimination, where differences are celebrated, everyone can be themselves and flourish, just like nature!
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The Talent Set are delighted to be working with a fantastic health charity to find their Philanthropy Officer.
The charity offers a flexible working environment, with hybrid working, approximately one day per month on average in London.
This role sits in the Philanthropy and Partnerships Team and will be pivotal to the growth of high-value philanthropic income. We’re looking for someone who can deliver personalised donor experiences and programmes, collaborate with colleagues across the organisation, and build strong, long-lasting relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
· Develop existing relationships with major donors and philanthropists, maximising their giving.
· With the support of the Senior Philanthropy Manager, develop existing high value relationships giving five figure gifts with individuals through our giving circles, delivering an excellent customer experience at all times
· With the support of the Senior Philanthropy Manager, assist in the management of strategic ultra-high net worth partnerships, such as the Steve Morgan Foundation
· Develop and grow a small portfolio of new philanthropic mid-level support through effective prospecting and donor management
· Support the Senior Philanthropy Manager with the delivery of donor stewardship and cultivation including events and reports, together with our Donor Relations and Event Manager
Person Specification:
· Managing relationships and delivering excellent service to supporters or clients of particular importance to an organisation, ideally within a fundraising context within a charity
· Personally making significant financial asks to supporters or clients
· Providing high quality tailored donor stewardship or customer/client experience
· Developing strong relationships with internal stakeholders, fostering collaboration with a range of different teams
· Supporting senior colleagues and leaders with income-generating relationship building
· Engaging with a range of audiences, with confidence and gravitas
· Negotiating with internal and external stakeholders to deliver what is needed
· Excellent written and verbal communication, including presenting complex information (e.g. medical research) in an accessible and inspiring way
To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.
We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.
Chief Operating Officer
Location: Hertfordshire (with hybrid working possible)
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Contract Type: Full-time (flexible arrangements considered)
Reports to: Board of Trustees
About Us
We are a collaborative umbrella charity supporting 12 exceptional children’s charities across Hertfordshire. Our mission is to champion and sustain the vital work these organisations do by raising funds, amplifying their voices, and creating strategic opportunities to increase collective impact.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a values-driven organisation with a strong network, deep community roots, and a powerful purpose — supporting children and young people across the county to thrive.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and visionary COO to lead our charity into its next chapter. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all operations, fundraising activity, and strategic development — ensuring that we deliver on our mission, grow our impact, and serve our member charities with excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Implement our forward-looking strategy to support the long-term success of the Helping Herts umbrella model.
- Act as a visible and credible ambassador for the organisation with stakeholders, funders, partners, and the public.
- Build strong relationships with the 12 partner charities to ensure their needs are heard, supported, and addressed.
Fundraising and Income Generation
- Lead and diversify fundraising efforts — from individual giving and corporate partnerships to major events and grant funding.
- Strengthen the charity’s profile and reach to attract long-term supporters and sponsors.
- Develop an income-generation strategy that is sustainable, collaborative, and impactful.
Operations and Governance
- Oversee daily operations and ensure the charity runs effectively and efficiently.
- Ensure legal, financial, and regulatory compliance.
- Work closely with the Board of Trustees, preparing reports and providing strategic advice.
People and Culture
- Lead a small staff and volunteer team, fostering a culture of collaboration, trust, and inclusion.
- Build capacity through partnerships, volunteers, and external service providers.
Communications and Advocacy
- Shape and deliver a clear communications strategy, including public relations, social media, and stakeholder engagement.
- Act as a spokesperson and advocate for the sector locally and regionally.
Person Specification
Essential
- Proven leadership experience in the voluntary, public, or commercial sector.
- Track record of income generation and fundraising success.
- Strong operational, financial, and governance knowledge.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into action.
- A strong interest in children’s charities.
Desirable
- Experience working with or within consortia/networks.
- Understanding of the charity landscape in Hertfordshire or similar regions.
- Experience working with Boards and reporting at a senior level.
What We Offer
- A unique leadership role with purpose and impact.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- A supportive, mission-driven board and stakeholder community.
- The chance to shape the future of children’s support services in Hertfordshire.
Helping Herts brings together 12 remarkable local charities united by a common goal: to improve the lives of children & young people in Hertfordshire
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Hearing Dogs for Deaf People – Prospect Research Team Manager
Location: Options for role to be site-based (Buckinghamshire or East Yorkshire), hybrid or home-based contract with regular travel for team collaboration, meetings and occasional donor events.
Salary: £50,000 per annum.
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours.
Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, whose mission is to see a time when no deaf person feels alone, is seeking a Prospect Team Manager to identify, qualify and deliver high-quality prospect insight to support transformational giving across their philanthropy and high value programmes.
Hearing Dogs for Deaf People has been creating life-changing partnerships between hearing dogs and deaf recipients since 1982. As well as acting as an ear to their partners and alerting them to sounds, the charity’s clever and expertly trained dogs help deaf people to live life with confidence and independence, whilst providing love, companionship and emotional support.
Following on from a strategic review, the charity is now looking to build a new Income Generation Directorate, to enable them to transform many more lives across the UK. This role will be critical to help Hearing Dogs reach their goals to diversify income, grow their philanthropy programme and increase engagement and impact.
Reporting to the Head of Philanthropy, this is a strategic and hands-on leadership role that will shape how the charity uses data, research and insight to drive significant growth in income from major donors, corporate partners and other high-value supporters. You will lead the Prospect Research function, developing and delivering a proactive, insight-led prospect research strategy to support the charity’s ambitious fundraising goals, as well as working to identify potential major donors amongst individuals, trusts and corporates.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in prospect research including identifying and prioritising prospects, network mapping, ethical screening and developing gift capacity ratings. You will be a proactive, strategic thinker with a collaborative outlook and a high attention to detail. You will also possess excellent analytical and communication skills. Experience in setting up or significantly developing a prospect research function would be an advantage.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape and build a high-impact research function at a moment of huge growth for the charity, with the flexibility of working remotely or spending time at Hearing Dogs’ stunning bases in Buckinghamshire or Yorkshire, with friendly and passionate staff and their four-legged friends.
If you want to lead the pack and help deaf people leave loneliness behind Please download our Candidate Pack for further information [PDF], which includes details on how to apply.
Closing date: Monday 21st July, 9.00 am.
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Thanks to internal promotions, we are recruiting for two new officers to join our Philanthropy & Partnerships team. You'll be joining an experienced team, with an established group of mid -level and major donors, at the start of our new five-year strategy.
We’re looking for a strategic and motivated fundraiser to join our team as Philanthropy Officer, helping to grow income across trusts and foundations, major donors, and mid-level giving.
In this rewarding and varied role, you’ll use your excellent communication skills to create compelling proposals, develop engaging supporter journeys that bring donors closer to the cause and build meaningful supporter relationships that help bring moments of joy, comfort and hope to people across our ten hospitals.
You’ll be part of our friendly and ambitious Philanthropy & Partnerships team and will work closely with colleagues in corporate partnerships, with the opportunity to develop your understanding and skills across our high value giving streams. Whether you are organising a hospital tour, writing an appeal, or working with our grants team and University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust colleagues to develop a new project proposal, you’ll play a key role in identifying and developing opportunities that match our donors' passions with the hospital’s priorities.
This is an exciting time to join Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity. As a multi award-winning charity, including Bristol Life’s Charity of the Year 2024, our impact and investment is going from strength to strength - creating huge potential for growth in this area of giving.
This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in fundraising, communications or relationship management, and strong writing skills. You might already be working in a philanthropy team or be looking to build on experience gained in another similar role. Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who’s proactive, curious and passionate about the NHS.
Working for a charity is great. Working for Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity is greater!
Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining how you meet the job description and why you would love to join the BWHC team.
We are a Disability Confident employer.
Deadline for applications: Sunday 13th July, 11:59pm
Interviews planned for: Week beginning Monday 21st July (day tbc)
Benefits:
27 days annual holiday entitlement (pro-rata), plus bank holidays, an additional day off on your birthday and a bonus wellbeing day.
Hybrid working, with a great central Bristol location for office days.
Flexible working opportunities, with part time hours considered for the right candidate.
Employer pension contributions up to 8% matched.
Life insurance cover.
Blue Light card, with discounts across categories such as holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more.
Excellent work culture and environment.
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
Social events with the whole team.
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!
Sense has a fantastic opportunity for someone to join our Philanthropy and Partnerships team as our Trusts Officer. This is a 12 month fixed term contract, based between home and our offices in Kings Cross, London.
Sense has a strong track record in Trusts fundraising over many decades, with a talented, supportive fundraising team in place. We have six- figure and multi-year partnerships with leading UK grantmakers, and a portfolio of dedicated Trust supporters, but there is room to grow, and space to make your mark.
The successful candidate will play an important part in delivering Sense’s strategy to reach 50,000 people with complex disabilities by 2026. Central to this strategy is securing the income needed to deliver and grow charitable services, covering children’s, arts, sports and capital projects, helping to bring forward the day when no-one is left of life.
Key Responsibilities
- Research and identify potential Trust and Foundation funders for priority projects
- Write funding applications, coordinating inputs and creating budgets as needed
- Work closely with operational and finance colleagues to maximise success
- Maintain accurate database records and monitor personal performance
- Secure income from a range of Trusts and Foundations to meet agreed income targets
- Steward a portfolio of funders to strengthen relationships, including thanking, reporting and organising visits
- Contribute to wider team and organisational goals by working with other members of the wider Philanthropy and Partnerships Team (which includes Philanthropy, Special Events, and Corporate)
Key skills and experience
- Researching, approaching and establishing relationships with Trusts and Foundations
- Managing a pipeline, making sure opportunities are identified, and taken forward
- Creating compelling communications to engage prospects and supporters
- Working closely with operational colleagues to identify funding opportunities, develop propositions and report on funding
- Able to use Microsoft Word and Excel effectively
- Comfortable doing research to develop new leads and relationships
- Able to write clear, persuasive narrative for proposals and reports
- Numerical skills, including budgeting skills
- Able to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve shared goals
For a full job description and person specification, please see the link below.
About Sense
For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Sense are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.
Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.
To apply
Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your application to shortlist candidates for interview; in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the job description and person specification before applying.
Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.
No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.
Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to a DBS check; level dependent on the nature of the role.
For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential.
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Barnabas International is a large family of Christian ministries and charities focused on giving practical support to suffering, abandoned and persecuted Christians around the world. The ministry was founded in 1993, and since then, it has funded projects in more than 100 countries, providing hope and help to millions of our brothers and sisters in Christ. Some of our key projects include supplying food aid, medical supplies, educational and vocational training, Bibles, micro-enterprise, disaster relief, help for victims of violence, and support for pastors and church leaders. Barnabas Aid also provides advocacy for religious freedom, especially for persecuted and suffering Christians.
Barnabas is primarily a Christian ministry and a charity. Employees are expected to subscribe to the Vision, Mission, Value and Statement of Faith, and their work may be viewed as being vocational.
There is an occupational requirement for applicants to be practising Christians, who are engaged in their local church, in order to be able to carry out our roles.
Overview of the Philanthropy Manager role and the team
Barnabas Aid is seeking a proactive and experienced Philanthropy Manager to join our International Outreach team. This new role is integral to ensuring the growth and sustainability of our work through regular or one time organisational and personal donations. The Philanthropy Manager will develop and implement a comprehensive strategy in support of this, targeting potential supporters who wish to leave a lasting impact through Barnabas’ work. The role will involve cultivating relationships with current and prospective organisational and private UK based and international supporters, overseeing communications and marketing strategies, and ensuring that Barnabas Aid’s fund raising programme is promoted effectively across all channels.
As part of a dynamic fundraising team, the Philanthropy Manager will work closely with the Head of Campaigns, the Living Streams Officer, and the Head of Communications. The role will also involve engagement with donors, ensuring that Barnabas Aid is at the forefront of supporters' minds when it comes to making donations or leaving a legacy for future generations of Christians in need.
Main duties and responsibilities
- Fund Raising Strategy:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive donation, legacy marketing and stewardship strategy, with the aim of increasing the number of organisational, regular and one-off individual donations in addition to legacy gifts to Barnabas Aid.
- Adherence to the Code of Fundraising Practice within this strategy.
- Fund Raising Marketing:
- Create and execute marketing campaigns that inspire organisations and supporters to consider making one off or regular donations to Barnabas Aid. This will include writing promotional materials, organising events, and developing digital campaigns to raise awareness of the variety of ways of making donations and legacy giving.
- Donor Stewardship:
- Cultivate relationships with existing and prospective donors, ensuring they feel valued and appreciated.
- Provide regular updates and tailored communications to supporters to ensure long-term engagement and support.
- Engagement & Retention:
- Work to retain donors by developing a robust stewardship programme that encourages ongoing involvement and loyalty.
- Collaboration:
- Work closely with the Head of Campaigns and the communications team to ensure that the fund raising programme is integrated into wider campaigns and communications strategies.
- Reporting & Tracking:
- Maintain accurate records of gifts and supporters, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations eg The Fundraising Regulator’s Code of Practice, charity law etc.
- Report on campaign outcomes, analysing data to identify trends and optimise future strategies.
- Promote Donor Giving:
- Represent Barnabas Aid at events, meetings, and speaking opportunities to promote the many different ways to donate and build awareness within all supporter communities.
- Target Achievement:
- Set and achieve specific targets for the acquisition of new gifts and be a key player in meeting the overall goals for Barnabas Aid.
- Collaboration with Regional Offices:
- Work with the National Directors of our Regional Offices worldwide to promote donor giving in different geographical areas and ensure strategies are relevant to regional contexts.
- Training & Development:
- Provide training and resources to staff and volunteers to ensure the fund raising message is communicated consistently across the organisation.
Other duties
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties. From time to time, the employee may be asked or required to carry out other additional tasks, or duties, over and above their usual day to
day activities. Employees are expected to work collaboratively to support the overall work of Barnabas Aid.
Knowledge , Skills and Experience
Essential
- Fundraising Expertise:
- Proven experience in developing and implementing successful fundraising strategies, ideally within a (faith-based)charity or not-for-profit environment.
- Campaign Management:
- Strong background in developing, planning, executing, and measuring marketing campaigns across multiple platforms, including print, digital, and face-to-face engagement.
- Demonstrable success in increasing donations
o Experience in major donor relations, or planned and unplanned giving campaigns.
- Relationship Building:
- Excellent interpersonal skills with experience in building long-term relationships with high-value and individual donors, including legacy supporters.
- Data Management:
- Strong organisational and data management skills, with experience using CRM systems to track supporters, donors and gifts.
- Strategic Thinking:
- Ability to think strategically, develop long-term plans for on going income, and adjust tactics as needed to meet targets.
- Communications Skills:
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write compelling appeals and impact stories.
o Sound judgement and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of Legal and Regulatory Issues:
- Understanding of the legal and regulatory requirements related to all donations including legacy giving - working with wills, estates and legal professionals, whilst ensuring compliance at all stages of the process.
· Christian Faith:
o A personal commitment to the Christian faith is essential, as this is an occupational requirement.
Desirable
- A degree in a relevant field (such as Marketing, Fundraising, or Communications) or equivalent experience.
Person specification
· Personal resilience and adaptability
· Discretion and sensitivity with understanding of issues of confidentiality
· A flexible approach to work, with a cooperative and collaborative attitude, ensuring excellent standards of service are maintained at all times
From time to time, additional training, including safeguarding training, may be required.
The offer of employment will subject to the appropriate pre-employment checks such as references, qualifications, DBS criminal records, and eligibility to work in the UK.
Barnabas Aid provides our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables everyone to develop and to do their best work collectively and individually. Join us and you will find a friendly and vibrant workplace with a positive outlook on the future.
Other Information
This role requires the post-holder to be based in the Swindon office full-time. Occasional national and international travel may be required for meetings, events, and field visits to see the charity’s work first-hand.
We aim to support Christian communities, churches and individuals around the world who face persecution and discrimination because of their Faith.



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This is a pivotal leadership role at a time of strategic change and opportunity. The Head of Income Generation will be responsible for delivering significant and sustainable income growth across our key fundraising streams: Corporate Partnerships, Community & Events, Trusts & Grants, Legacies, and Lottery & Individual Giving.
You will lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing fundraising team, and play a key role in shaping our organisational direction as part of the Senior Leadership Team. This role requires strategic thinking, strong leadership, and a hands-on approach to business development and relationship building.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Lead the development and delivery of the income generation strategy in line with the new three-year organisational strategy.
- Identify and develop new opportunities for sustainable income generation across all core streams.
- Set and monitor annual income targets, KPIs, and budgets, ensuring accountability and strong financial oversight.
- Support the CEO as part of the Senior Leadership team and contribute significantly to the growth of the charity.
- Hold a key working relationship with the Marketing and Comms Manager, making sure both departments are fully aligned with our new strategy.
Fundraising Development
- Oversee and grow income across:
- Corporate Partnerships – build strategic, long-term relationships with businesses.
- Community & Events – lead a refreshed programme of events and supporter engagement.
- Trusts & Grants – work with external agencies to support in securing significant grants.
- Legacies – work with external agencies to nurture and grow our legacy giving programme
- Lottery & Individual Giving – expand and innovate our donor base through creative campaigns.
Team Leadership
- Manage, support, and develop the Fundraising Team, fostering a culture of collaboration, ambition, and performance.
- Embed a values-led, supporter-centric approach within the team and across the charity.
Job advert maybe withdrawn early if suitable number of candidates have been shortlisted.
Granting the wishes of children living with life-threatening or terminal illness



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Are you looking for a fully remote, purpose-led and meaningful leadership role, one where you will be dismantling the motherhood penalty for thousands?
Pregnant Than Screwed work sits at the intersection of providing information and support, research, raising awareness, and advocating and campaigning for change – always with a bold, unapologetic commitment to justice for mothers and parents.
Their impact over the last 10 years speaks for itself with 20,000 supported through their one-to-one advice line, successfully influenced key changes in UK law, including the Day-one right to request flexible working, and extended redundancy protection for pregnant women and new mums. Over 150 mentions in Parliament, Thousands of pieces of media coverage, including front-page features in The Times, The Guardian, and The Daily Mail and over 400,000 followers across social media, building a powerful digital movement
Culture and Inclusion
As Head of Development, you will work with an amazing CEO, an individual who has empathy, knowledge and savviness to lead the charity through its next level of growth. She is a progressive and inclusive leader, bold and brave in her actions, knowing that words do not bring about change, only actions. A kind yet fearless leader who will offer freedom, flexibility and personal and career growth. This is a unique opportunity to work with an incredible CEO and shape the future of working mums in the UK forever.
The lived experiences we’d love you to have
Our client is not a “box ticker” instead they are a progressive and inclusive employer, one where they value your lived experiences and skills just as much and can see behind any gaps you might have on your CV.
Our client has already built a strong foundation with our fundraising efforts – particularly through trusts and foundations – but we’re just getting started. They need a determined, creative, and strategic fundraiser to not only continue to grow this vital income stream but also to develop and scale our individual giving program, including high-net-worth donors, membership opportunities, and fundraising events.
As Head of Development, you’ll oversee our fundraising efforts across key areas:
- Trusts and Foundations: Continue to build on our existing success by nurturing relationships with funders, submitting compelling funding applications, and ensuring robust reporting and stewardship.
- Individual Giving: Develop and execute a strategy to grow this income stream, including high-net-worth donor programmes, membership opportunities, and community engagement fundraising.
- Corporate Giving: Establish and grow partnerships with value-aligned businesses, creating mutually beneficial relationships that generate income, amplify our mission, and align with our campaigning values.
This is a unique opportunity to join a growing organisation and make a significant impact by developing innovative, creative approaches to fundraising while ensuring our existing work continues to thrive.
In return for your passion, commitment and hard work, you will receive some of the most competitive benefits across the sector, whilst knowing that every day you are changing the lives of parents, families and the workplace. Your passion for gender equity will be shape the lens through which you storytelling and campaign tirelessly for the good of the millions of women who continue to lose their jobs, get passed over for promotion and face a penalty for being a mum.
Here are just some of the benefits they offer:
· Flexible working is embedded in our culture with employees working different hours, and days of the week.
· 34 days annual leave, including statutory bank holidays. This is pro-rata for part-time staff.
· Paid leave between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
· 2 paid ‘’Wellbeing Days’’. These are days that can be booked off with no notice and no questions asked.
· 5 days paid leave to care for dependents.
· Participation in a comprehensive workplace pension scheme with contributions from the organisation of 4%
· Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
· 4 days of training per year.
· Work from home onboarding and office set up.
Next steps
We would love you to apply, which is a simple and transparent process, with a screening and interview stage with Scoutess Consultancy (recruitment partner for this role) and a one-stage interview (please see JD for full process)with our client on 22nd July 2025. Please note the advert will close on Sunday 13th July at midday, however, you may be contacted earlier if shortlisted.
Please apply via Charity Jobs, sending your CV alongside a covering letter of no more than 500 words detailing your suitability for the role.
Charity working to end the motherhood penalty.
**PLEASE NOTE: To apply for this vacancy, please ensure you firstly download a copy of our application form from the documents section on our portal. Click the 'apply' button and fill out your personal details in the relevant sections. Once you have submitted these you will be asked if you would like to attach any documents. At this stage please submit the completed version of the application form.**
JOB PURPOSE
You will work closely with the Head of Philanthropy, CEO, trustees and international colleagues to steward and cultivate key donor relationships and continue the development and implementation of the strategy to grow the major donor pipeline. As a Senior Manager, you will take ownership of the overall Major Donor Strategy, and budget and provide strategic insight into how we grow and improve our programme.
You will be confident in navigating complex environments with multiple stakeholders and in negotiating internally as well as externally, championing the major donor programme to ensure a strong enabling environment for the growth of the programme. You will enjoy developing strong relationships, have excellent communication and problem-solving skills and will be adept at managing donor and prospect pipelines as well as crafting compelling donor communications.
This role will be responsible for managing the Philanthropy Manager role and will provide support, mentorship and coaching to help the development of this role.
WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO
United Kingdom for UNHCR is the United Nations Refugee Agency’s national charity partner for the United Kingdom. We generate public awareness of the plight of refugees and raise funds to help protect them through UNHCR’s humanitarian operations across the world.
Our supporters include UK private individuals, communities, corporate partners, trusts and foundations. The funds we raise help UNHCR deliver emergency relief such as shelter, medical care and basic supplies to people fleeing conflict and persecution, as well as healthcare, education and livelihoods opportunities for those who remain displaced over the long term.
Nobody chooses to be a refugee, but we can all play a part in their protection, and we want those who work with us to share our values and passion for the cause.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND BELONGING
We strongly value diversity and recognise that it is critical to our success and the cause that we serve. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all who work with us and strongly welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience of being a refugee, asylum seeker, internally displaced person, or a stateless person.
UK for UNHCR is proud to have Diversity & Inclusion Working Group. The Diversity & Inclusion Working Group is a group of colleagues focusing on tasks that drive action in the implementation of our D&I Approach. The group also works to create safe spaces that brings colleagues together for events, discussions and learning experiences that celebrate and support diversity and tackle barriers to inclusion.
We are also open to flexibility in many ways, including an element of working from home and flexible hours. Please don’t be afraid to speak to us about this at the interview stage, so we can explore what’s possible.
ROLE RESPONSIBLITIES
- Manage the philanthropy manager role through coaching, and by motivating and supporting them to reach their annual target.
- Build on a warm portfolio of donors to achieve current income targets and spot opportunities for growth and deeper development of philanthropic relationships
- Monitor and deliver annual philanthropy budgets and KPIs, assessing ongoing performance, proactively managing risks and providing accurate reporting.
- Own and drive the Major Donor strategy in collaboration with the Head of Philanthropy.
- Support on intermediary strategy and growth in this area.
- Work as part of the Philanthropy Team to grow opportunities within the major donor funding stream in line with UK4U’s fundraising strategy
- Lead on the growth and development of a robust prospect pipeline working with the corporate team, individual giving team, trustees, prospect research team, philanthropy team and other key stakeholders.
- Work with the wider international organisation to identify the most appropriate funding propositions for donors and also the internal technical experts and leadership colleagues who can help support and drive forward opportunities.
- Craft compelling propositions and proposals for major donors and ensure quality and timely reporting on donations made.
- Establish a strategic and tactical response to selected prospects and existing major donors in the event of humanitarian emergencies.
- Work independently and with the prospect researcher to gather up-to-date and accurate information on existing and prospective donors.
- Maintain accurate records on Salesforce, for income recording and earmarking.
- Work with the wider team to deliver bespoke activities including virtual and in-person events
- Support wider PPH strategic initiatives: helping identify and implement enablers to help the organisation secure and grow more multi-year partnerships, including at transformational levels.
- Help to position and raise awareness of UK4U’s role among peers, donors and other audiences by participating in sector networks and representing UK4U at events, as appropriate.
- Work within UK4U’s due diligence policy and GDPR policies and processes.
- Support the philanthropy team in other activities, as requested.
The above list is not exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to perform duties that are not detailed above.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCE
Essential Experience
- Experience of inputting into annual plans, multi-year budgets.
- Experience of working towards and monitoring and tracking KPI targets
- Experience of inputting to and implementing strategy
- Experience of growing prospect pipelines
- Experience of working in an income generating capacity with an NGO, INGO or university to identify, approach, secure and steward prospects and major donors giving or capable of giving over 5 to 7 figure gifts.
- Experience of developing donor care plans and delivering bespoke proposals and communications to generate income.
- Experience working with senior stakeholders (including CEO and Chair of Trustees)
- Strong experience of networking.
- Must be comfortable working at pace and on multiple opportunities.
Essential Skills/Knowledge
- Confident communicator with the ability to effectively influence and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders at senior levels.
- Strong understanding of the philanthropic environment within the UK
- Ability to analyse reports and communicate complex themes and subjects in an accessible and compelling manner in writing and verbally.
- Ability to act proactively to identify new and strategic fundraising opportunities.
- Good attention to detail, ability to proof-read.
- Able to demonstrate flexibility, with a willingness to respond quickly, particularly at times of humanitarian crisis.
- Excellent stakeholder and relationship management skills.
- Proficient in using Word, excel, PowerPoint.
- Working knowledge of fundraising databases.
Desirable Skills/Experience
- Knowledge of international development or related subjects helpful but not essential
- Line management experience
- Experience of leading on developing multi-year budgets and plans.
WHY JOIN UNITED KINGDOM FOR UNHCR?
You will be part of a high performing agile team of talented people, all committed to build solidarity and raise funds for refugees and displaced people worldwide. You will be working in a flexible, supportive, and inclusive environment, where your work will be recognised and appraised.
What else?
Wellbeing
- 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time contracts).
- Employee Assistance programme providing 24/7 access to online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing.
- Access to 100s of perks with discounts on everyday purchases.
- Office wellness perks.
- Discount on gym memberships.
- Hybrid and Flexible Working.
- Staff socials.
Financial
- Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8%.
- Non-contributory group life assurance scheme
- Non-contributory Income protection scheme.
- One-off contribution towards homeworking set up.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
- Enhanced sick pay scheme.
Development
- Comprehensive training and continuing development opportunities.
- Individual training budget.
HOW TO APPLY
If you have the relevant skills and the passion to use them to support refugees, please apply by completing our application form which is available in the documents section.
Closing date: 20 July 2025
Interviews date: 24th – 28th July 2025
If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation, please contact us using the email address provided when you click through to our online portal. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible.
United Kingdom for the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) is registered with the Charity Commission (England & Wales), charity no. 1183415. It is the UK national partner of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the UN Refugee Agency.
We stand with refugees – will you join us?


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Fresh Futures is happy to announce a vacancy with an exciting opportunity to manage and grow a pipeline of existing and prospective corporate supporters, with an aim to shape meaningful collaborations that make a real difference.
Established over 50 years ago, Fresh Futures is a regional charity dedicated to supporting disadvantaged and vulnerable children, young people and their families. Our vision is for all children, young people and their families to have opportunities for a better life, now and in the future.
Hours of Work: This role is offered at 30 hours per week. However, we are open to discussing slightly reduced hours, flexible working patterns, or a job share arrangement for the right candidate(s). If you are interested in alternative working arrangements, please outline your ideal working pattern in your covering email when submitting your application
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £31,249.40 FTE (will be pro rata when hours confirmed)
Base: Brian Jackson House, Huddersfield, HD1 5JP
Closing Date: Sunday 27th July 2025 at 5:00pm
Interview Date: Thursday 31st July 2025
Purpose of the job
Why the job exists and overall responsibility
- Income generation through a diverse range of sources including but not limited to corporate and community fundraising and grants and trust applications
- Delivery of marketing and communications across the charity
- Line management of an officer with responsibility for fundraising and communication activities
- Budget management for projects and campaigns
- Internal and external event delivery
- Management and project delivery of discrete projects and fundraising campaigns
- Involvement in volunteering activities
- Contribute to delivery and development of the Fundraising and Engagement Strategy
Main Activities
Income Generation:
- Build multi-year corporate relationships that generate income and gifts in-kind by creating and maintaining an active pipeline
- Identify and cultivate opportunities for new partnerships and funding streams
- Manage a portfolio of partners and fundraisers, ensuring effective communication and stewardship
- Prepare and submit funding applications and reports in a timely manner
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure project delivery and reporting
- Ensure the CRM system is updated regularly to reflect activities and report to KPIs set by the Head of Income and Engagement
Marketing and Communications:
- Contribute to the creation and delivery of key marketing materials across multiple channels and audiences
- Maintain accurate records of activity and performance, generating regular performance reports
- Work collaboratively cross team to ensure delivery of all elements relating to projects and campaigns across the charity
- Develop audience approach content for social media and disseminate in a timely manner, supporting all teams marketing needs
- Responsibility for development and updates to websites across Fresh Futures
- Explore new marketing channels and build external marketing partnerships offering in-kind support
- Write press releases and deliver media interviews representing the charity, as directed by the Head of Income and Engagement
Line Management:
- Manage an officer working within the income and engagement team to effectively deliver all aspects of their role
- Work closely with Managers to ensure they are receiving the support they need from the Income and Engagement team
- Plan team delivery alongside the other Income and Engagement Manager to manage work allocation and delivery effectively within the team
Budgets:
- Assist the Head of Income and Engagement with the preparation of budgets
- Responsible for the management of specific project or campaign budgets,
- ensuring costs are always monitored and income targets are met (where appropriate)
Internal and external event delivery:
- Support delivery of internal events, to budget and in a timely manner, including
- liaison with suppliers, and attendees
- Build partnerships and attend external events to represent Fresh Futures and raise awareness of the charity
- Support delivery of internal events, to budget and in a timely manner, including liaison with suppliers, speakers and attendees
- Oversee event budgets as directed by the Head of Income and Engagement
Volunteer delivery:
- Design and deliver presentations to third-sector organisations, businesses, and universities to showcase and promote Fresh Futures
- Work with the leadership team in supporting Fresh Futures’ vision for the future and create appropriate volunteering opportunities to support the vision and strategy moving forward
Discrete project and campaign delivery:
- Manage key fundraising projects or campaigns in a timely manner
- Oversee budgets and meet income targets, where appropriate
- Manage junior staff members or temp workers to deliver projects or campaigns effectively and within the designated timescale
- Develop and deliver fundraising campaigns or projects using appropriate project management tools, including but not limited to the CRM system
Strategy:
- Support the Head of Income and Engagement and the SLT in developing the
- strategic direction for the Income and Engagement team
- Work within the team to delivery the Income and Engagement Strategy
- Manage junior members of the team to deliver key aspects of the strategy as identified to sit within their remit
Knowledge, training and experience required
- Experience working within the voluntary sector generating income and running fundraising campaigns
- Experience of Canva, CRM systems, social media scheduling platforms useful
- Knowledge of a range of fundraising approaches and marketing techniques
- Experience working with a range of external partners including from the commercial sector
Key personal characteristics
- Flexible and reliable
- Team player
- Target driven
- Ability to work in a busy and fast paced environment independently
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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You will work alongside the team to plan, develop, promote and undertake a range of events and activities, support our grant-making process and interact with external stakeholders, suporters, families and the community.
- You will liaise with grant recipients, direct beneficiaries and our grant panel judges.
- Participate in multi-organisational community events - engaging on a 1 to 1 basis with healthcare professionals, corporate agencies and members of the public.
- You will act as an ambassador for the charity in all interactions and support the charity with a wide-range of operational and administrative duties, including helping to create and distribute electronic newsletters, updating our website and customer relationship management.
Experience,Skills and Knowledge
- Experience in a customer-facing role
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent IT skills, including experience in managing client data
- Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all work
- A confidence to talk to a range of stakeholders, with the ability to adapt the approach to suit the situation
- A professional and friendly manner with a can-do attitude
- A pro-active and self-motivated approach to work well independently whilst being part of a team
- Ability and means to travel around the Greater Manchester area
Desirable
- Knowledge of the makeup and diversity of Greater Manchester
- Experience of hosting or supporting events
Applicants must demonstrate how they meet the Experience, Skills and Knowledge requirements in their cover letter.
Applicants must live within Greater Manchester or within 10 miles of the border.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are delighted to partner with When You Wish Upon A Star, a charity that grants the wishes of children living with a life-threatening illness. Now celebrating their 35th year they are embarking on strategic change and opportunity, and now seek a Head of Income Generation.
From memorable visits to Lapland, Disneyland or even Abba Voyage, the charity is inspired by the children they support, and are more ambitious than ever to grow, reach more children across the UK, and continue delivering life-changing moments that truly matter.
In this newly created role, the Head of Income Generation will be responsible for delivering significant and sustainable income growth across key fundraising streams: Corporate Partnerships, Community & Events, Trusts & Grants, Legacies, and Lottery & Individual Giving.
This is a pivotal role within the Senior Leadership Team and the successful candidate will:
- Have proven success in a senior fundraising role, ideally across multiple income streams.
- Demonstrable success in developing and delivering fundraising strategies that have achieved growth, with a hands-on approach to business development and building long term partnerships.
- Be an inspiring leader, capable of developing a high-performing fundraising team.
- Exceptional relationship management and communication skills.
- Have the ability to set and monitor annual income targets, KPIs, and budgets, ensuring accountability and strong financial oversight.
You will support the CEO and contribute significantly to the growth of the charity, embedding a values-led, supporter-centric approach within the team and across the charity. An understanding of children’s charity sector, and or health related causes, would be advantageous but is not essential.
For more information, please contact Louise Portnall, Recruitment Consultant at Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage expressions of interest from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
Location: Nottingham, hybrid (3 days office)
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 30th July 2025
However, applications are being reviewed and actioned on a rolling basis. Please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.
Granting the wishes of children living with life-threatening or terminal illness


