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Job Description Summary
The Funding and Development Manager plays a key role at DPI, working to ensure that income meets the organisation’s needs, and in support of achieving the strategic objectives through the development and management of fundraising and donor relations.
The Funding and Development Manager is responsible for identifying and pursuing diverse funding streams; writing applications, reporting back and progress letters to meet existing and future funders’ guidelines; monitoring the implementation of projects to ensure funders’ guidelines are met; and liaising with funders and other stakeholders. The Funding and Development Manager works closely with the Finance Officer to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to donors.
They will also collaborate with Programmes Officers with regards to expenditure across budget lines to ensure compliance with grant contracts and grants periods. The Funding and Development Manager assists the Finance Manager with audit preparations of accounts at the end of the financial year and ensures the timely drafting of the Trustee report.
The Funding and Development Manager works closely with the Chief Executive Officer, the Finance Manager in the preparation and presentation of the annual organisational budget.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising and Grants Administration
- Leads the development and delivery of short, medium and long-term fundraising strategies for DPI
• Identifies and nurtures the successful implementation of appropriate grant funding and contracting
• Researches and assesses DPI’s eligibility in line with DPI strategy and donor criteria
• Produces and submits grants proposals, expressions of interest and donor reports
• Oversees compliance with funding requirement to ensure that deadlines and criteria for donor reporting are met, including financial reporting in close collaboration with the Finance Manager
Donor Relations
- Manages and develops external relationships as a representative of DPI, attending meetings and public events where necessary
• Follows up with potential donors to open up new funding opportunities
• Conducts regular updates with current donors to maintain and strengthen relationships
• Prepares and oversees the dissemination of external materials such as the Quarterly Update and Trustee Report to all relevant contacts
• Prepares background information ahead of DPI meetings with donors and prospective donors
• Oversees donor communication history, ensuring that notes and information are logged and shared accordingly
Project Development and Monitoring and Evaluation
- Leads process and system improvements/developments to ensure that all DPI material shared externally is of good quality, in line with the strategy and structure of the organisation
• Reviews all programme activities in line with the external environment and donor requirements to ensure sustainability and identify growth opportunities
• Assists the CEO and Programmes team to develop organisational work plan to ensure that all activities and research comply with grant applications and donor obligation
• Develops M&E and risk assessment frameworks to carry out monitoring and evaluation of activities to measure outcomes and the impact in relation to our strategic aims, and acting to make improvements if required
• Establishes close working relationships and develop efficient systems with key individuals in the programmes, research and finance functions, to access knowledge and information needed for funding propositions and reporting
• Maintains close collaboration with DPI staff to ensure sound project management, including by ensuring regular M&E meetings with programmes team are conducted to ensure that donor requirements and output standards are met
Financial Management
- Helps to develop and implement the organisation’s financial planning, budgeting and reporting processes along with the Finance Manager and the CEO
• Collaborates with Programmes Officers with regards to the allocation of expenditure across budget lines and donors, to ensure compliance with grant contracts.
• Assists the Finance Manager in their work on audit preparations of accounts at the end of the financial year, and ensures the timely drafting of the Trustee report
• Works closely with the Chief Executive Officer, the Finance Manager in the preparation and presentation of the annual organisational budget.
• Ensures that the Chief Executive Officer, and all members of staff, are kept aware of their obligations and opportunities in relation to donors
Administrative Tasks
- Maintains an accurate record of donor information
• Ensures an effective and clean S-drive structure for files relating to grants and fundraising, including financial reports
Person Specification
Essential
• The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years experience in grant administration, ideally with a focus on governmental and intergovernmental funding with strong numerical skills and some budgeting experience.
• A sound and current knowledge of funding streams via the UK, EU and UN or similar.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, including evidence of structured thinking and the ability to inspire confidence and enthusiasm in others
• Self-starter with the ability to initiate projects and see them through to successful completion
• Ability to work independently, but also as part of a small team, on different projects
• Ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Strong time management and organisational skills, ability to prioritise, pay attention to detail and attend to multiple assignments
• The flexibility, creativity, judgment and humour needed to work effectively in cross cultural settings
• Good interpersonal abilities for networking and interaction with high level stakeholders at DPI events
• Fluency in English
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), plus Outlook
• Ability to manage working relationships remotely
Desirable
- Experience or interest in trust and government fundraising in relation to human rights, peace building and conflict resolution or similar fields
• Knowledge of the political situation in the areas of DPI’s current programmes
• An interest in peacebuilding, conflict resolution and transitional justice
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Applications will be considered on a rolling basis with the final deadline set as the 25th of September 2025.
Equal Opportunities
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We are looking for an outstanding individual to join our Development and Alumni Relations team to help guide and deliver ourregular giving and stewardship programmes. The ideal candidate will have experience of running successful major fundraising appeals to large audiences. They will have the ability to draft persuasive and accurate copy to support both fundraising and stewardship literature. They will be highly motivated and creative, driving new initiatives to boost participation, increase overall giving, while also increasing retention of donors through an outstanding, tailored stewardship programme. They will be a team-player who can work autonomously when required, but can work collaboratively, and will support other team members with aspects of their work.
The Development and Alumni Relations Office leads the process of generating long-term and consistent voluntary income for Merchant Taylors’ School, and forrunning a comprehensive alumni and parental relations programme.
The Development Manager (Fundraising and Stewardship) will be responsible for planning, managing and having an input to the strategy for a regular giving programme at Merchant Taylors’ School, with a focus on increasing the participation (giving rates) of both our alumni and parental constituencies, as well as donor retention through planning and executing a stewardship programme for benefactors of all levels. Some face-to-face fundraising may also be required, particularly relating to legacy fundraising and the post-holder will build a portfolio of mid-level donors they will manage.
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This role leads the strategic direction and delivery of all marketing and fundraising activity, ensuring that our cause resonates with the public, stakeholders, and supporters. Through powerful storytelling, brand development, and diversified fundraising, the postholder will inspire action, deepen supporter relationships, and generate the resources needed to sustain and grow our charitable work. This role is essential to ensuring our message is heard, our impact is visible, and our mission is supported by an engaged and growing community.
What you will do:
Marketing & Communications
- Develop and deliver a global marketing, PR, and fundraising strategy.
- Manage digital channels, campaigns, media relations, and crisis communications.
- Produce impactful content and materials (reports, newsletters, speeches, press releases).
- Ensure brand consistency, compliance, and effective budget management.
- Lead and develop a small team.
Fundraising
- Grow income through corporate partnerships, community fundraising, and donor engagement.
- Design donor journeys to improve retention and lifetime value.
- Monitor fundraising KPIs, ROI, and campaign performance.
- Support major fundraising events and appeals.
International Chapters
- Align and support regional offices with the global marketing strategy.
- Share best practices and lead creative campaign development across chapters.
What we are looking for:
- 5+ years’ marketing experience, ideally in fundraising or the charity sector.
- Proven leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent storytelling and communication abilities.
- Strong track record in multi-channel and digital campaigns.
- Solid knowledge of donor engagement and fundraising strategies.
- Budget management skills with a results-driven approach.
- Passion for humanitarian causes and alignment with our mission.
Personal attributes:
- Proactive and innovative self-starter.
- Strategic thinker with attention to detail.
- Confident working independently.
- Strong relationship builder.
- Creative, adaptable, and impact-driven.
Candidates must have the legal right to work in UK; we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected status. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
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Job Title: Known internally as Relationship Manager (South Coast)
Location: Home-based covering South Coast of England. This role covers Hampshire, Sussex, Surrey or Dorset. Candidates must live in one of these counties to be located in close proximity to our supporters. Applications from those due to move in the region will be consider - please make this clear within your application
Additional requirement: Access to a car and the ability to drive is required as the role requires frequent travel across the region to attend meetings, events and training
Hours: 35 hrs per week
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: £34,616 per annum
What we do: We help young people through cancer
How we work: We’re Determined, United, Spirited and Kind
What we’re looking for:
- Someone with a successful track record of building strong internal and external relationships and generating income ideally from community and corporate opportunities
- Someone who can create and deliver strong stewardship plans to maximise income and retain our supporters
- Someone with a growth mindset who is solution focused. Someone who can manage their time and workload, and utilise our given processes, systems, and parameters to overcome barriers
- Someone who can deliver a personal portfolio within an overall Regional Fundraising team target, demonstrating an understanding of how to mitigate risk and maximise return on investment
What we offer:
- Leave: 25 days of annual leave, which increases with service, in addition to bank holidays and a 3 or 4 day closure over the Christmas period. We also have finish early Fridays in August and quarterly rest days to step away from day-to-day work and refocus.
- Flexible bank holidays: the option to swap five UK public holidays (except 25th, 26thDecember, and 1st January or any substitute bank holidays for these dates) for other dates off.
- Paid Carer and Compassionate Leave: paid time off to care for family members or dependants.
- Paid Parental Leave: enhanced pay for parental leave such as maternity leave, paternity leave or adoption leave.
- Paid Volunteering Leave: support your community by taking paid leave for volunteering activities.
- Health Cashback Plan: access a health cashback plan to cover medical expenses.
- Life assurance and Income Protection: financial support if you’re unable to work due to illness or injury.
- Discount scheme: access exclusive savings at various high street retailers and gyms.
- Flexible Working: we care about your wellbeing and encourage flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance.
How to apply:
You’ll need to register on our portal, complete a short application and answer four questions about your skills and experience in relation to the role.
Key dates:
Applications by the end of 21st September. 1st interviews held online on 24th and 26th September, and 2nd interviews held face to face in Teenage Cancer Trust head office in London on 2nd October.
Our commitment to inclusion and accessibility:
At Teenage Cancer Trust one of our key focuses is around equity and making sure our services are accessible and inclusive to all young people with cancer, with no-one left behind. We have the same goal for people working with us. Teenage Cancer Trust is committed to recognising and valuing individual differences and the contributions of all people.
Should you require any assistance or adjustments to support your application or interview process, such as additional time for tasks, meeting the panellists beforehand, information in another format or a different interview format (online/offline/in person), please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the HR Team.
We are a Disability Confident employer which means we have committed to offering interviews to disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the role listed under the 'What you'll bring to the team' section of the job description. If you would like to opt into this scheme, please tick yes on the application form.
Privacy and Safeguarding:
At Teenage Cancer Trust we take our commitment to safeguarding seriously and work to protect and promote the rights of the young people who we support. Our safeguarding responsibilities extend to the children and adults who work to support the charity, who we also have a duty of care to protect. Safeguarding is at the forefront of each activity we carry out. In line with our approach, this role is subject to a DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service).
For information on how we collect, store and process personal data please get in touch with the HR Team.
We’re here to give every young person facing cancer the best care and support.





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Drive Impact in Central London: Join BOST as our Fundraising & Communications Manager (FT) or split into two PT roles. Help raise £1.5m+ and elevate our public voice.
Bankside Open Spaces Trust (BOST) is seeking a dynamic individual (or two!) to lead our fundraising and communications efforts. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of green spaces in central London while working with an award-winning charity that puts community and wellbeing at its heart.
About the Roles
Fundraising Manager (3 days/week or part of FT role)
Lead on securing an average of £1.5m annually from Trusts, Foundations, and Statutory donors. You’ll manage a robust funding pipeline, craft compelling applications, and steward donor relationships. Collaborating across BOST, you’ll optimise both restricted and unrestricted income and support strategic funding initiatives led by the CEO.
Communications Manager (2 days/week or part of FT role)
Champion BOST’s voice across platforms. You’ll manage content creation, brand strategy, marketing, and PR to raise our profile and improve external communications. From social media to newsletters and press outreach, you’ll ensure our message is clear, engaging, and impactful.
About Bankside Open Spaces Trust
BOST is an award-winning charity dedicated to creating and maintaining inspiring green spaces in central London. We bring people together to improve mental and physical wellbeing through community-led open space development. Our mission is to protect and enhance green spaces by involving local people in every step.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising Manager – 60% of role
- Manage a pipeline of trusts, foundations, and statutory funders.
- Develop targeted applications to raise sustainable income.
- Deliver excellent donor stewardship and reporting.
- Peer review internal proposals and support impact measurement.
- Collaborate with staff to gather data for applications and reports.
- Research and approach new funding opportunities.
- Support CEO with corporate and individual donor development.
- Liaise with finance team to track restricted funds and spending.
- Maintain accurate records and database entries.
Communications Manager – 40% of role
- Lead BOST’s communications, PR, and marketing strategy.
- Collaborate with web developers to keep the website fresh and relevant.
- Manage social media platforms and content calendars.
- Uphold brand and messaging consistency across the organisation.
- Design and disseminate marketing materials.
- Write engaging copy for projects and programmes.
- Produce regular newsletters and liaise with press contacts.
- Maintain organised records of contacts, images, and communications data.
Bankside Open Spaces Trust is an environmental and volunteering charity working to provide outstanding green spaces and a community centre in SE1




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The Events Coordinator Role will be part of the Philanthropy & Events Team, within the Income and Engagement Directorate, and will report to our Philanthropy Events Manager.
Starlight has a strong and longstanding record of delivering successful and profitable philanthropy events. Thanks to special relationships over many years, our annual Newbury Raceday (hosted by racing guru Nicky Henderson and his Committee), and our biennial Blenheim Ball (led by Lady Alexandra Spencer-Churchill and her Committee), are recognised as sector-leading in both profile and income.
The Philanthropy & Events team was newly established in 2024 to specifically focus on maximising our existing special events calendar, developing new event concepts, and growing a tailored programme for philanthropic and major donor relationships. This is an exciting time to join the team, as we embed our Philanthropy & Events strategy, explore new ideas and work closely together, to achieve our ambitions for sustainable income growth.
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Are you passionate about generating income for charitable causes? Do you have experience building strong relationships and leading applications to institutional funders?
We are looking for a motivated and experienced Grants & Trusts Manager to join our Income Generation Directorate. You will play a key part in securing vital income to support our work and mission. As the Grants & Trusts Manager, you will lead and inspire a dedicated team to deliver essential funding for the Association.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the identification and development of a portfolio of grants, trusts, and foundations.
- Build and nurture strong relationships with funders to secure long-term partnerships.
- Lead, motivate and manage the Trusts team, including the line management of two Trusts Fundraising Officers, providing ongoing support and team development.
- Deliver high levels of donor stewardship through a proactive approach.
- Oversee the Trusts Team in delivering to develop and deliver persuasive and timely funding applications.
- Collaborate with the Prospect Researcher to identify and champion the development of new funding sources and opportunities.
- Work across the organisation to create compelling propositions that align with funders’ priorities.
- Ensure clarity and alignment with other fundraising teams on donor stewardship and contact strategies.
- Manage reporting, ensuring compliance with all terms and conditions of awarded grants.
- Assist with the creation of income and expenditure budgets and provide regular progress reports.
- Champion the use of our CRM system to ensure accurate and accessible donor information.
About You:
- Experience in growing income through grants, trusts, and foundations, with strong bid writing skills.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate a high-performing team.
- Strong relationship management and communication skills, including the ability to influence at senior levels.
- Financial expertise including analytical skills with experience in budget management and the ability to develop funding pipelines.
- Proficiency in CRM systems and fundraising software.
- A commitment to the mission and values of the MND Association.
About Us:
Our vision is a world free from MND. Our mission is to improve care and support for people with MND, their families and carers. We fund and promote research that leads to new understanding and treatments and brings us closer to a cure for MND. The Association also campaigns and raises awareness so the needs of people with MND, and everyone who cares for them, are recognised, and addressed by wider society.
What We Offer:
- 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays.
- Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies.
- 24/7 GP access via phone and video.
- Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines.
- Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave).
- Access to Benefit Hub for discounts on everyday shopping.
- Enhanced pension scheme.
- Opportunities for training and personal development.
- Hybrid working.
The full job description and further information about working for the MND Association is available in the candidate pack.
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.
As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements.
Hybrid Working and Flexibility: This role offers hybrid working, with the expectation to attend the office 1 - 2 days per week.
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We are looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Philanthropy and Research Officer to work as part of our Fundraising Team.
Imagine being part of an organisation whose common purpose is to help those who are severely impacted by mental illness. We believe that everyone should be treated with respect and dignity – and that’s why equity is one of our core values. We draw on the expertise, unique perspectives and lived experience of our people – regardless of who they are or their background – to help us become inclusive and anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider that reflect the diverse communities we support as a mental health charity.
The Fundraising team is a dynamic group of fundraisers who are passionately committed to raising money for our life-changing work in the mental health and mental illness space. We have a diverse portfolio of income streams spanning Events, Community, Individual Giving, Legacies, In-Memoriam, Philanthropy, Trusts & Grants, and Partnerships.
Trusts & Grants have a strong track record at Rethink Mental Illness and a growing portfolio of supporters at Mental Health UK. The team is well-positioned to develop innovative funding propositions that support the future ambitions of both charities, working to achieve both in-year cornerstone grants and long-term, transformational funding. As a newly established programme, Philanthropy demonstrates exciting potential for both Rethink and MHUK, with initiatives spanning major donor and mid-value engagement. Corporate Partnerships have launched several exciting partnerships across both charities and that portfolio and team continues to grow.
How you will make a difference
Reporting to the Prospect Research Manager, you will identify and qualify new prospects across Philanthropy, Trusts & Grants, and Corporate Partnerships. You will carry out in-depth research using a wide range of sources, manage due diligence processes and ensure accurate data is maintained on our CRM systems. You will also work closely with the Interim Head of Trusts and Philanthropy to steward donors and deliver exceptional supporter experiences.
To be successful in this role, you will be an inquisitive, proactive and data-driven fundraiser who enjoys uncovering insights through research and crafting compelling communications that make a meaningful difference to donors.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
Diversity is important to us and we appreciate difference through difference, inclusiveness and belonging. It gives us a deeper understanding of the world, our society and the diverse communities we’re working with. By including everyone, we are able to draw on the unique experiences and expertise of our people to help shape and enrich our workplace and improve our services. One way we are doing is through our valued staff networks which play a critical and highly valued role in keeping us focused on creating a diverse, inclusive and engaged employer. We recognise and support staff networks and support groups for our ethnically diverse and LGBTQIA+ colleagues. We are also proud to have been awarded Disability Confident Employer status and are a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter.
We aim for our workforce to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve; for those who work for us to feel heard, valued and feel they belong; and for our work to help tackle wider mental health inequalities. We therefore actively encourage and welcome applications from everyone, including applicants with lived experience of mental illness, those who are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning, Intersex, Asexual and any other gender identity not expressed here (LGBTQIA+); people who are neurodiverse, have a health condition, or a disability or hidden disability and people from an ethnically diverse background - regardless of your age, religious or spiritual belief, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, political view or socio-economic status.
Becoming a truly anti-racist organisation
We have an ambition of become a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider - and in our efforts to influence policy and wider societal factors impacting on mental health set out in our anti-racist statement . We have designed a multi-year anti-racist programme of work contained in our Race Equality Action Plan which demonstrates our intention to hold ourselves accountable and be judged on our progress on becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. You can read more about our progress here.
We’re Rethink Mental Illness and no matter how bad things are, we can help people severely affected by mental illness to improve their lives.
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Salary: £38,341 gross per annum
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Location: London
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Contract Type: Indefinite
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Hours: Full Time
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Closing Date: 28 September 2025
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First Interview Dates: Week beginning 6 October 2025
About the role
Our Philanthropy team at ClientEarth is growing! Come and join this passionate team and play a key role in building meaningful relationships that power our mission. The Philanthropy team is key to securing unrestricted income and supporting the organisation to achieve financial resilience. You will manage a diverse portfolio of supporters, including trusts, foundations, corporates, and individuals while growing our mid-level giving programme and building a strong pipeline of future donors.
Meet your Manager
In this role you will be managed by Sebastien De Menthon who is a Philanthropy Manager and joined ClientEarth in 2022, based in London. Sebastien discovered ClientEarth while studying anthropology and law at university. The high-leverage legal approach to achieve tangible progress on the climate and biodiversity crisis was immediately appealing. Since joining ClientEarth as a Philanthropy Officer, Sebastien has progressed to the Philanthropy Manager position where he supports and oversees two members of the Philanthropy Team. He has found that working in the Philanthropy Team has been a fantastic way to support ClientEarth's mission while learning about the world and developing skills in relationship management and communication.
Main Duties
- Actively manage donor relationships across assigned portfolio of largely UK supporters with first class stewardship and reporting to secure renewals and uplifts of approximately £500,000 pa.
- Support with oversight of engagement with supporters ranging from £10,000 - £50,000. Galvanise and coordinate the European Philanthropy team to identify opportunities to uplift giving and ensure all supporters feel valued.
- Develop the pipeline of new donors through effective prospect research, network mapping and connecting with new contacts at external and internal events as a representative of ClientEarth.
- Support the Philanthropy Manager, Philanthropy Lead for Europe and all the Philanthropy Team to create the conditions for success in the European Philanthropy Team. Collaborating with colleagues across Europe inclusively to achieve shared goals and strengthen processes.
See the job description (below) for a full list of duties for this role.
Role requirements
- Experience of providing best practice donor stewardship and relationship development with demonstrable evidence of securing or managing five and six figure gifts
- Experience of identifying, cultivating and soliciting prospects
- Experience of raising funds from donors in different geographies
- Ability to write compelling communications materials including fundraising campaigns, donor reports, and proposals
- Strong alignment with ClientEarth’s values and commitment to our vision, and mission and equity, diversity and inclusion strategy objectives
See the job description (below) for a full list of requirements for this role.
Note to candidates: We know that long lists of criteria can be daunting and that some candidates will not apply for a role unless they feel they are 100% qualified. If you feel you meet at least some of the essential criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
Further Information
Have a question about this job? Please visit our Careers site for advice on applying, FAQs, and more.
Flexible working: We are proud to be a Flexa accredited Employer. Visit our Flexa Employer page for more information on our approach to flexible working. Our flexible working policy allows our people the choice to decide to work from home/another location in the country where their contract of employment is issued for 80% of their month, with the other 20% of their month being office-based See our Benefits page for more as well as our flexible working FAQ.
ClientEarth values diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings. We aim to appoint the most suitable candidate at all times and welcome applications from people from all different backgrounds. See our equity, diversity and inclusion journey page for more.
Please note that ClientEarth is only able to employ those who have the pre-existing legal right to work in the UK.
ClientEarth is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or legal services to third parties.
Using the power of the law to protect life on Earth.



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Salary: £53,000 - £55,000
Contract: Full time - Maternity cover (13 months)
Location: Home-based - must be based in the UK
Closing date: 1st October
Benefits: Flexible working, supportive leadership, opportunity to shape strategy, and lead a growing team
We have a great opportunity for a Head of High Value Fundraising to join a fantastic health charity, reporting to the Director of Fundraising. This is an exciting chance to lead a high-performing team at a time of record investment and strategic growth. With income set to double compared to three years ago, this role offers the opportunity to shape direction, secure transformational gifts, and work closely with senior leadership.
As part of this role, you will lead a team of 10, personally cultivate six-figure gifts across a mixed portfolio of corporates, trusts and major donors, and collaborate across the organisation to develop compelling donor propositions.
To be successful as the Head of High Value Fundraising, you will need:
• Extensive experience in corporate partnerships and high-value fundraising
• Proven track record of securing six-figure gifts and managing seven-figure budgets
• Strong leadership, relationship management, and strategic planning skills
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Heather and quote reference 2705HB
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If enough applications are received, the charity reserves the right to end the application period sooner.
The Sophie Lancaster Foundation was founded in 2009 after Sophie Lancaster and her boyfriend were attacked because of their alternative appearance. Sophie later died from her injuries. The Foundation was created by Sophie’s mother Sylvia to address prejudice against alternative subcultures and to promote understanding and tolerance through education, advocacy and policy work.
Although a small organisation, we have big impact and reach. We advocate for the alternative community through policy and campaigning work and provide support following hate crime. And we also run workshops aimed at reducing discrimination and challenging stereotypes. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a Fundraiser to help secure the charity’s financial stability and support its growth.
The role involves creating a fundraising function from the bottom up and then developing and implementing a fundraising strategy. Diverse income streams to be targeted include corporate partnerships, individual donors, grants and foundations, events and digital campaigns. You’ll work closely with the team, CEO and Trustees to ensure fundraising activities align with our clear objectives.
Responsible for creating and delivering a fundraising plan that meets income targets, you’ll identify funding opportunities that align with our mission. This includes researching grants, preparing applications, managing funder relationships and reporting. Building donor engagement through regular giving, legacy programmes and other initiatives will also be part of the role.
Maintaining accurate, GDPR-compliant records of fundraising activities and donor data is essential. You’ll also prepare reports for internal use and external stakeholders.
We’re looking for someone with proven fundraising experience in the nonprofit sector who has a track record of securing income from grants, donors, events or corporate partnerships. Strong written communication skills and the ability to work independently and meet deadlines are important. You’ll relish involvement at every level, whether it be leading meetings with high value funders or thanking supporters for their incredible achievements. A commitment to diversity and inclusion is essential.
Joining us means contributing to a charity focused on challenging prejudice and supporting marginalised groups. You’ll work in a collaborative environment with access to senior leadership and the opportunity to influence the charity’s future.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds, especially from those who have experienced discrimination or come from underrepresented communities. This is an opportunity to support important work promoting social inclusion.
To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter of no more than two pages
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Summary
Working with the Philanthropy team, the Senior Philanthropy Manager – Trusts & Foundations will play a key role in driving new high-value relationships with Trusts & Foundations and raising six and seven figure income for our three charities: Guy’s and St Thomas’ Charity, Evelina London Children’s Charity, and Guy’s Cancer Charity.
As a member of the Philanthropy team, this role will work with colleagues and the Head of Philanthropy to help shape and develop our new fundraising strategy. The Senior Philanthropy Manager – Trusts & Foundations will predominantly look after relationships with Trusts & Foundations, but there may be a small portfolio of Major Donors within the prospect pool, which may grow over time depending on the demands of the Philanthropy team.
The role will be responsible for developing and managing relationships with trustees, influencers and staff of grant-giving organisations, leading on often complex, large-scale projects and solicitations. As well as sharing team responsibility for achieving ambitious annual income targets, as a senior member of staff, the Senior Philanthropy Manager – Trusts & Foundations will be expected to play a strategic role within the team, proactively leading on new initiatives, decision making and problem solving.
About us
Guy’s & St Thomas’ Charity, Guy’s Cancer Charity and Evelina London Children’s Charity are part of Guy’s & St Thomas’ Foundation. Our collective mission is to build the foundations of a healthier society.
As part of our team, you will work alongside talented people from a mix of personal and professional backgrounds. We are a Living Wage employer and support flexible working, part-time roles and job shares. Though our ambitions are serious, this is a friendly place to work with lots of opportunities to meet and socialise with colleagues. We believe there is immense power in diversity and aim to recruit and nurture talent who think and act differently.
There is more information about working with us on our website, where you can read about:
• how we approach recruitment
• our team, culture and values
• the benefits of working with us
• and our approach to diversity, equity & inclusion, health & wellbeing, and learning & development
Key Responsibilities
Communication and networking
- Write clear and compelling fundraising proposals to charitable Trusts and Foundations that have the capacity to make six- and seven-figure grants and donations.
- Build effective, senior-level relationships with trustees, influencers and staff involved with charitable Trusts and Foundations, as appropriate meeting and liaising directly with funders as the ‘face’ of Guy’s & St Thomas’ Foundation, while also supporting senior staff, academics and clinicians to communicate with funders and work to a brief to achieve objectives.
- Work with academics and clinicians where required/appropriate, to develop the strongest possible case for support for major projects, for use in presentations, proposals and reports to Trusts and Foundations.
- Work with the key stakeholders to ensure an effective stewardship programme is in place for Trusts and Foundations donors, including reports, letters or other documents that may at times deal with complex, contentious and sensitive situations.
- Act as a Trusts and Foundations specialist on behalf of Guy’s & St Thomas’ Foundation.
Decision making, planning and problem solving
- Identify a range of internal fundraising priorities that will engage the interest and charitable objectives of Trusts and Foundations.
- Work with the Prospect Research team to build an ongoing pipeline of high-calibre, qualified prospects with the capacity to give significant support to priority projects.
- Balance the coordination of a large number of complex relationships and fundraising projects with the ability to respond appropriately to new opportunities as they arise.
- Prioritise effectively, balancing urgent vs. important calls on your time, and making decisions about how to use your resources to maximise income for the team.
- Take a long-term planning approach to the Trusts and Foundations portfolio, mapping out donor development plans for key accounts, and developing a calendar of activity for the year ahead, taking into account key deadlines and interdependencies.
- Make independent professional decisions and advise colleagues as appropriate.
Service delivery
- Generate annual income according to agreed targets – both individual and team.
- Manage and implement the Trusts and Foundations programme, and work with colleagues and the Head of team to develop and implement strategy and plans.
- Achieve KPIs as agreed with the Head of team, e.g. for meetings, pledged income.
- Establish gift agreements with funders that meet both their and the Foundation’s needs.
- Contribute proactively to team planning and performance monitoring, ensuring the programme is strategically focused to maximise its potential for sustainable growth.
- Show enterprise and creativity in developing Trusts and Foundations fundraising.
- Respond appropriately to stakeholders regarding requests for fundraising assistance.
Analysis and research
- Contribute to team-wide evaluation of the Trusts and Foundations programme in order to inform annual planning and wider departmental strategy.
- Ensure that donor details and communications relating to your portfolio are adequately stored on the database and run data analysis and modelling as required.
- Benchmark activity with other relevant organisations and use statistical results and trends to support new activity.
- Undertake research, and work effectively with the Prospect Research team, in order to inform prospect cultivation.
Team work, teaching and learning support
- Form and communicate a clear vision of what is to be achieved, sharing plans with other teams as appropriate.
- Present at staff training and induction events as required.
- Work with other high-value fundraising teams, as well as the Prospect Research team, to ensure a coordinated approach to prospects.
- Positively promote the work of the Trusts and Foundations team, both internally and externally, and represent the team – and the wider organisation – at stewardship and cultivation events, as well as at sector conferences and meetings.
- Assist with other campaigns and special projects as and when necessary.
- Provide occasional cover for other colleagues within the team and wider department.
- Undertake other duties as directed by the Head of Philanthropy.
Working Environment:
The post holder should expect to:
- Work in a hybrid hot desk environment, generally working 2 days a week in the London office and three from home.
- Be responsible for the input and maintenance of databases and files relevant to the post requirements.
- Will occasionally be required to attend events in the evening and at weekends.
Role responsibilities are not exhaustive, and you would be reasonably expected to take on wider tasks that are commensurate with the level of your role.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Skills, abilities, and attributes:
- Ability to comprehend complex situations quickly and develop creative solutions.
- Ability to be a strategic team player.
- Ability to effectively build relationships with senior individuals and stakeholders.
- Attention to detail, working accurately and systematically.
- Sound judgement and confident decision making ability.
- Ability to project an organisation positively, clearly and effectively in all communications, written and spoken.
- Ability to initiate and implement a coherent fundraising programme.
- Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage a demanding workload.
- Excellent grammar and writing skills.
- Ability to negotiate and communicate effectively with a wide range of constituent groups and present a case convincingly in person and in writing.
- Ability to question results and analyse data to inform new approaches.
- Computer literate, i.e. Word, Outlook, Excel, databases.
- Willingness to learn and play a role in the development of the Trusts & Foundations team.
- Enterprising and creative, with drive and initiative to implement ideas.
Knowledge, experience, and qualifications:
- Significant fundraising experience, including successful proposal writing, or transferable income-generation experience.
- Experience of undertaking large-scale projects.
- Experience of bringing together different stakeholders to achieve results.
- Experience of working to tight deadlines.
- Experience of working with Trusts and Foundations within fundraising.
- Experience of fundraising five and six figure (or higher) donations.
- Knowledge of Raiser’s Edge or other similar fundraising database.
Benefits
- Up to 12% employer pension contributions
- Annual personal development budget
- Annual health and wellbeing personal allowance
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and parental leave pay accessible without length of service requirements.
- Health and wellbeing programme that offers optional free yearly health check-ups.
- Support for healthy eating via fruit bowls and onsite lunch facilities.
- Agile working, flexible hours, and supportive IT kit.
- Shower facilities and bike lock area.
- Generous annual leave (27 days + bank holidays)
- Subsidies for glasses
- Employee Assistance Programme
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
As the leading specialist mental health charity for women who have experienced domestic abuse, Woman’s Trust’s mission is to help survivors to overcome the devastating mental health impact of domestic abuse.
This is a pivotal time to join our dynamic Fundraising team as we work towards our strategy. As our Trusts & Statutory Fundraising Manager, you will manage existing and develop new funder and partner relationships across trusts and foundations and statutory bodies, to ensure we can meet the needs of the increasing number of women we support across London and build on our systems influencing work nationally.
If you are looking to make a real impact on women and children’s lives in your fundraising career, supported by a committed and evidence-led fundraising team then please do get in touch.
About Woman's Trust
The charity, established almost thirty years ago to meet the gap in specialist mental health services, is led by and for women and aims to ensure that women affected by domestic abuse can live a life free from further harm and abuse. Our approach is trauma-informed and person-centred, empowering survivors on their journey to recovery from the trauma. We supported 833 women and children last year, with a current income target of £1.25m (growing to £1.4m in 2026-2027) and 36 staff. We are committed to a positive, inclusive and equitable environment for our staff, service users and volunteers.
You will be joining the Woman’s Trust Fundraising team as we work towards our strategy 2022-2027, to double our income and the number of women we support each year. Alongside delivering our existing 1-1 counselling, self-development workshops and therapeutic support groups for women who have experienced domestic abuse, we are focused on developing our innovative mental health services for young women and girls, delivering new peer-led support groups and providing therapeutic groups to children and their mothers. We are also committed to developing further awareness-raising workshops and training for professionals, building on our research and policy to improve systems nationally.
About you and how to apply
As a creative and tenacious fundraising manager, aligned to our feminist ethos and our service users', you will have experience in securing six-figure, multiple-year grants, with the proven ability to effectively communicate services, and to develop funder and wider sector relationships aligned to our strategic priorities. You will be able to manage and deliver the whole cycle of income generation, including regular prospecting, grant management and impactful funder reporting.
If you are looking at the next step in your career into management, whilst making a real impact on women and children’s lives, we want to hear from you!
To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter of no more than 2 pages outlining your experience, skills, and knowledge, relevant to this post.
Closing date for applications: 22 September 2025.
Interviews: w/c 29 September 2025.
This post is open to female applicants only, in line with the Equality Act 100 pursuant to Schedule, 9 Part 1 applies. We particularly welcome applications from women from black and minoritised, and disability communities.
Please send your CV and a cover letter of no more than 2 pages outlining your experience, skills, and knowledge, relevant to this post.
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About Screen Share
Screen Share is the UK’s leading refugee digital inclusion charity. We invest in the digital capability of refugees and people seeking asylum by providing the tools, training and opportunities they need to thrive in education, work and community life. Our vision is a future where every refugee in the UK has the digital tools and support to flourish in a connected world.
Over the past four years, we have supported more than 3,000 refugees with devices, connectivity, and training. Our 2026–2030 strategy commits us to scaling our impact to reach 5,000 refugees across the UK every year, embedding refugee leadership, and ensuring Screen Share is an effective and sustainable full-service digital inclusion service for refugees for as long as needed.
This role is funded for 1 year with the high likelihood that funding will continue beyond the grant period. We are also awaiting a response for 2 significant funding applications which will expand the programme.
Personal Profile
This is a leadership role at a pivotal moment in Screen Share’s journey. The role is funded to deliver our current Digital Skills programme, with a strong focus on quality, impact and evaluation. At the same time, we are awaiting the outcome of several significant funding applications. If successful, these will enable us to expand the programme quickly, positioning the postholder as the Head of a national digital skills programme with a larger team and greater leadership remit.
You will be a dynamic and strategic leader, passionate about digital inclusion and refugees. You bring structured programme management (clear processes, monitoring & evaluation, budget oversight) combined with empathy, cultural sensitivity and the ability to motivate others. You will be excited
You will thrive in a fast-moving and growing charity where flexibility and initiative are vital. You will embed refugee leadership at the heart of our work, co-designing with lived experience. You will also represent Screen Share externally, building partnerships with corporates, councils and charities, raising the profile of refugee digital inclusion nationally.
We particularly welcome applications from those with experience of migration.
Key Responsibilities
Programme Leadership & Delivery
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Lead the design and strategic direction of our Digital Skills programme, Ensure the service we are providing is high-quality, impactful, trauma-informed and aligned with Screen Share’s 2026–2030 strategy.
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Oversee the onboarding and support of hundreds of refugees looking to develop digitally, including supporting with the development of their Independent Learning Plan’s and journeys through Digital Champions
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Recruite, coordinate and support our digital champions and staff to provide high-quality online and in-person classes, 1:1 support and effective sign-posting
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Maintain oversight of multiple Screen Share digital skills projects delivered over multiple locations.
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Trial innovative digital inclusion tools and approaches.
Monitoring, Evaluation & Impact
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Design and oversee comprehensive impact measurement and monitoring and evaluation frameworks to ensure the programme is most effective
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Produce clear, data-centered programme and impact reports (quantitative and qualitative) for existing and prospective funders and partners
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Embed continuous learning and client reflections into programme design and improvement.
People & Volunteers
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Recruit, train and support Digital Champions and volunteers in a trauma-informed way
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Line-manage staff kindly and calmly as the team grows
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Embed refugee leadership and lived experience in programme design, delivery and iteration
Partnerships & Fundraising
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Support our Outreach team in building and maintaining strong partnerships with our corporate, charity and government partners
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Represent Screen Share to external stakeholders including corporates and charity partners with professionalism and credibility.
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Explain and facilitate our Digital Skills employee engagement package for corporates and businesses in a safe and professional manner
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Collect and report detailed programmatic data and case studies for fundraising bids and corporate partnership proposals.
Finance, Safeguarding & Compliance
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Hold accountability for the Digital Skills programme budget, reporting regular updates to the CEO
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Ensure compliance with GDPR, safeguarding and H&S policies.
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Oversee the prompt and accurate reporting of safeguarding incidents to Screen Share’s DSL, and contribute to the development of our safeguarding as an essential element of our work
Personal Specification
Essential
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Significant experience in charity programme management, with a strong preference for experience in the digital inclusion, adult education or refugee support sector
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Proven ability to manage teams of staff and volunteers from a diverse range of backgrounds
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Experience working directly with refugees/asylum seekers OR deep expertise in digital inclusion and commitment to learning from refugee experience.
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Strong monitoring, evaluation and reporting skills and experience
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Financial management experience (budgets, reporting).
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Experience supporting fundraising through impact reporting and case studies.
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Experience managing, training and motivating staff and volunteers.
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Excellent relationship-building skills across sectors.
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Strategic thinker with strong organisational and collaborative skills.
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Excellent written and verbal communication.
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Commitment to Screen Share’s mission and values.
Desirable
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Experience scaling programmes across multiple sites/regions.
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Familiarity with corporate volunteering or “train the trainer” models.
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Knowledge of digital skills curricula, programmes and digital inclusion sector
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
ABOUT TRAIN
TRAIN is a youth work charity based in South Oxfordshire. We support young people aged 10 to 18 in Didcot, Wallingford and the surrounding areas, especially those who are under-served.
Young people in our communities are facing complex challenges. Mental health struggles, pressures at school, family instability and the impact of poverty can leave them feeling isolated or overlooked. Too often, they don’t have access to the right support at the right time. TRAIN exists to change that. We offer trusted relationships with adults outside positions of authority, safe spaces where young people can be themselves, and opportunities to grow in confidence, make positive choices and feel part of their community.
Our vision: every young person should have the opportunities, tools and support they need to create a positive future.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As Fundraising and Communications Coordinator, your main focus will be trusts and foundations: researching opportunities, writing persuasive applications and producing clear reports. You’ll also play a part in growing support from corporates, community fundraising, individual donors and major gifts, helping to build a broader base of income over time.
Alongside this, you’ll lead on communications. That means keeping our website and social channels current, producing supporter newsletters, and sharing our story more widely through PR and campaigns. You’ll help make sure the difference TRAIN makes for young people is seen and understood by funders, partners and the local community.
It’s a hands-on role, well-suited to someone who enjoys writing, building relationships and juggling different projects. You don’t need to be an experienced fundraiser — we’re open to people with transferable skills, whether from corporate, public or third sector backgrounds. What matters most is that you can communicate clearly, organise your workload, and are motivated by making a difference for young people.
You’ll report directly to the CEO and work closely with the rest of the team. This is a part-time role of approximately 30 hours per week, which can be worked flexibly. The role is based in Didcot with hybrid working, but for the right candidate we will consider a fully remote arrangement.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
- Salary: £28,598 - £31,022 FTE (pro-rated, depending on experience)
- Contract: Permanent, part-time, approx. 30 hours per week. We can be flexible on the exact number and when they are worked.
- Annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays (pro rata)
- Pension: 3% employer contribution
- Flexible working: Hybrid by default, fully remote considered. We’re happy to consider other flexible arrangements such as term-time only and job shares.
- Professional development: Tailored learning and training opportunities
- Wellbeing: Access to an employee assistance programme with mental health and wellbeing support
- Culture: Supportive, collaborative team with regular catch-ups and shared learning
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Fundraising (approx. 80%)
- Pipeline and planning – work with the CEO to keep a clear fundraising plan, with trusts and foundations as the main focus alongside manageable growth in corporates, community, and individual giving.
- Trusts and foundations – research prospects, build a live pipeline, and write strong, tailored bids. Prepare accurate budgets and gather evidence from the team to strengthen proposals.
- Reporting and stewardship – deliver timely reports, thank funders and donors well, and manage renewals and uplift opportunities.
- Relationship development – nurture links with local businesses, community groups and potential major donors. Prepare simple proposals and support fundraising events or activities as needed.
- Systems and compliance – maintain accurate records of applications, deadlines and outcomes. Ensure fundraising activity is compliant with GDPR and charity regulations.
Communications (approx. 20%)
- Supporter communications – produce engaging newsletters, updates and thank-yous that connect donors and partners with TRAIN’s impact.
- Digital presence – update the website and social media channels with accurate, timely content that reflects TRAIN’s work and values.
- PR and profile – share stories with local media, partners and networks. Ensure TRAIN’s messaging is clear, consistent and accessible.
- Community engagement – promote TRAIN’s profile, youth offer, brand and presence in the community.
General
- Work closely with the CEO to align fundraising and comms priorities.
- Collaborate with youth work staff to gather stories, quotes and data that demonstrate TRAIN’s impact.
- Represent TRAIN at meetings and community events.
- Contribute to the life of a small, collaborative team.
ABOUT YOU
We don’t expect you to have a long career in fundraising behind you. What matters most is that you can write clearly and persuasively, build relationships with people, and organise your workload to meet deadlines. If you’ve developed these skills in another sector and are keen to bring them into the charity world, we’d love to hear from you. Just as important, you’ll bring a genuine passion for TRAIN’s mission and a belief in the difference youth work makes.
Essential qualities
- Strong written communication skills: able to produce clear, persuasive bids, reports and updates.
- Good at building relationships, whether with colleagues, partners or supporters.
- Organised and reliable, able to manage multiple deadlines.
- Comfortable working independently but also a collaborative team member.
- Confident using IT tools (Microsoft Office, online research, basic social media platforms).
- Passionate about TRAIN’s mission and motivated to make a difference for young people.
- Satisfactory Enhanced DBS check (we will arrange this before you start).
Desirable qualities
- Experience of fundraising, bid writing or income generation in any setting.
- Understanding of trusts and foundations, or the ability to learn quickly.
- Experience in marketing, PR, or communications (e.g. social media, newsletters, supporter comms).
- Familiarity with CRM or pipeline management tools.
- Knowledge of charity fundraising regulation and GDPR.
- Confidence in representing an organisation at events or meetings.
Equal opportunities
TRAIN is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including those underrepresented in the youth work sector. We welcome diversity in age, ethnicity, faith, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and lived experience.
Safer recruitment
TRAIN is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Recruitment to this post will include references and an enhanced DBS check.
Recruitment timeline
- Applications open: Thursday 18 September
- Applications close: Thursday 16 October (midnight)
- Shortlisted candidates notified: Friday 17 October
- Interviews: Thursday 23 October
TRAIN exists to improve the life opportunities of young people aged 10 to 18 in Didcot and Wallingford.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.