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Fundraising and Marketing Executive
Location:
Hybrid role with at least 3 days working in the office, of these 3 days Tuesdays and Fridays must be within the office. Based at Cosmic HQ near St Mary’s Hospital, Paddington, and at Queen Charlotte’s Hospital, Hammersmith
Reports to:
Senior Fundraising Executive
Salary:
£27,000 per annum
Hours:
Full time – 35 hours per week
Job Type:
Permanent
Annual Leave:
27 days’ annual leave (pro rata for part-time staff) plus public Bank Holidays and office shutdown between Christmas & New Year
About Cosmic
Cosmic is a small but mighty children’s charity dedicated to supporting the incredible work of the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at St Mary’s Hospital, Paddington, and Queen Charlotte’s Hospital, Hammersmith. We provide vital funding for life-saving equipment, specialist staff training, and pioneering research. We also deliver our own emotional and practical family support services - making a real difference for children and families when they need it most.
As part of our close partnership with our NHS colleagues, you will join a team working at the heart of world-class children’s and neonatal services, helping Cosmic to make a real difference for families during their most difficult moments.
The Role
This role will play a crucial part in supporting a wide range of fundraising, marketing, and communications activities for Cosmic. As a key member of the Income Generation team, the individual will help raise vital funds and awareness that enable and enhance the charity’s work, whilst also contributing to the delivery of effective marketing and communications that promote our impact and engage our audiences.
This role requires someone with a genuine interest in working across multiple fundraising areas — from corporate partnerships and community fundraising to individual giving, events and challenges, trusts and foundations, event support for Cosmic led events, and in-memory and legacy giving. You will bring strong organisational, communication, and creative skills to support activity across these streams. In addition, you will collaborate with the Marketing and Communications Manager to develop engaging social media content, enhance brand visibility, and contribute to impactful digital and supporter communications across all of Cosmic’s channels.
This varied and dynamic role will include research, administration, planning, content creation, and creative thinking. You will support the delivery of fundraising activities, events, initiatives, and campaigns, as well as contribute to marketing efforts such as social media, email newsletters, website updates, and storytelling. A key part of the role will be ensuring our supporters, donors, and online audiences receive high-quality, consistent, and engaging communications. With the wider team’s support, the role will also aid the growth of new corporate partnerships.
The role requires someone who is confident, organised, and articulate, with ideas, energy, and enthusiasm to promote the work, need, relevance, and impact of the charity. With such a diverse remit and working within a fast-paced environment, the ideal candidate will be comfortable multitasking and willing to get involved in a broad range of tasks.
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who is keen to learn, has a “can do” attitude, and will be a passionate ambassador for the charity. The individual will have skills in marketing and/or fundraising, which will be transferable. Reporting to the Senior Fundraising Executive and working closely with the wider Income Generation team and the Marketing and Communications Manager, the role has scope for development and growth in this small, but impactful charity.
Key Responsibilities
1. Fundraising and income generation support
- Working alongside and supporting members of the Income Generation team, gaining a better understanding of the various fundraising and income generation activities.
- Be a key contact for fundraising enquiries.
- Collation and sending of information, including fundraising materials, to potential and current supporters and advising on queries relating to fundraising.
- Support the organisation, planning, promotion, and delivery of fundraising, stewardship and other events.
- Ensure that all fundraising activity operates with the Fundraising Regulator’s guidelines, code of practice and GDPR practices.
- Identify and support opportunities to raise awareness of the charity including giving presentations, attending meetings and local events.
- Aid the growth of individual giving programmes, including regular giving, one-off donations, and donor stewardship journeys.
- Assist in researching, writing, and submitting grant applications to trusts, foundations, and statutory funders.
- Maintain accurate donor records using the charity’s CRM system, Donorfy, and ensure data is up to date, accurate, compliant, relevant and reportable.
- Support the planning and delivery of fundraising campaigns, appeals, and community events.
- Assist with event set-up and pack-down, ensuring all materials and equipment are in place.
- Provide excellent donor care and stewardship, including timely thank-you communications and proactive engagement with supporters.
- Help identify new fundraising opportunities and potential partners through research and networking.
- Meet with supporters in person and provide a first-class experience for them by providing tours of the units and any tailored information they require.
- Support the administration and logistics for fundraising events, including volunteer coordination and post-event evaluation.
2. Marketing and communications responsibilities
- Create engaging content for social media, newsletters, the website, and campaign materials to raise awareness of the charity’s work.
- Social media content capture and uploading of activities at all Cosmic led events onto all relevant channels.
- Coordinate social media channels, scheduling posts, monitoring engagement, and identifying opportunities for growth.
- Support marketing campaigns for fundraising events, appeals, and awareness initiatives.
- Work with the Marketing and Communications Manager to ensure brand consistency across all supporter-facing materials.
- Gather stories, quotes and visuals from beneficiaries, supporters, and partner organisations (with appropriate permissions) to promote activities and support to Cosmic.
- Update and maintain website content, ensuring information is accurate, compelling, and user-friendly.
- Assist in producing digital assets, such as graphics, short videos, and email campaigns.
- Conduct basic analytics reporting for digital platforms, tracking engagement, reach, and campaign impact.
- Help coordinate Public Relations activities, including drafting press releases and maintaining media contact lists, in liaison with the Marketing and Communications Manager.
3. Cross-team and administrative responsibilities
- Work closely with the Senior Fundraising Executive, and wider Income Generation team to ensure smooth coordination between fundraising and marketing activities.
- Liaise with clinical partners, hospital staff, and external stakeholders to gather information that supports fundraising and communications content.
- Support the implementation of internal processes for campaign planning, supporter stewardship, and content production.
- Attend events, meetings, and training sessions as needed to represent the charity.
- Provide general administrative support to the fundraising and marketing functions including processing donations, handling enquiries, and maintaining shared resources.
- Contribute ideas and feedback to help refine and develop the charity’s fundraising and marketing approach.
- Audit the inventory of all materials necessary for both events and volunteering.
- Sending thank you letters to supporters in a timely manner.
- Spending time meeting with families and staff on the units, using this time as an opportunity to build positive relationships. Supporting the Service Delivery team with massage days for the clinical staff and other key events such as World Prematurity Day and other ad hoc and seasonal activities.
- The role is incredibly varied, and no two days are the same.
Key Skills and Qualifications
Essential skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Confident using social media platforms for organisational promotion (e.g., Instagram, LinkedIn)
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with supporters, colleagues, and external partners
- Creative thinker with the ability to contribute ideas for campaigns, content, and events
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfortable learning new systems
- A proactive “can-do” attitude with willingness to learn and take initiative
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a small team
- Commitment to the mission and values of Cosmic
Desirable skills
- Experience working in a charity, events, fundraising, or marketing role
- Familiarity with fundraising income streams (corporate, events/challenges, community, trusts, individual giving)
- Experience creating social media content or using scheduling tools
- Basic design or video editing skills (e.g., Canva)
- Experience using a CRM or donor database
- Understanding of digital marketing metrics and analytics
- Experience writing fundraising applications, impact stories, or marketing copy
- Knowledge of charity branding principles and supporter journeys
- Event support or volunteer coordination experience
- Understanding of child health, paediatric care, or NHS charity environments
Why You’ll Love Working with Us
At Cosmic, we’re a small team with a big heart. Every day, we’re privileged to support families and NHS staff when they need it most - often during the most difficult and vulnerable moments of their lives. This role offers the opportunity to be a vital part of that support, making a tangible difference where it truly matters.
- 27 days’ annual leave (pro rata for part-time staff) plus public Bank Holidays. Time off between Christmas and New Year with the office shutting down during this time.
- £200 professional development budget annually
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Flexible hours with hybrid working arrangements. Core office hours 10am – 4pm
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV and responses to the screening questions. You are welcome to include a covering letter if you wish, but this is optional.
Cosmic is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. If you have any accessibility requirements then please do highlight this to us in your application.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
For 140 years, the Forces Employment Charity has proudly supported Service leavers, veterans, and their families in building successful civilian careers. We provide veterans with life-long, life-changing support, jobs, and training opportunities, regardless of circumstances, rank, length of service, or reason for leaving.
By working for FEC, you will become part of a vibrant team living the charity’s values: Expert, Supportive, Passionate, Open and Honest, Resilient, and Collaborative.
Brief role description
You will be supported by the Head of Corporate Development and Partnerships to be creative in how they grow and uplift new income generation across corporate partnerships. You will have an entrepreneurial approach to your work to identify and attract new organisations whilst maintaining excellent relationships with our established partners, focusing on stewardship, renewals and smart uplifts.
Interested? Want to know more about the Charity? Check out our website
Eager to know more about the role? Have a look at the Job Description attached
What’s in it for you? Check out our Benefits.
Have we convinced you to apply? If so, submit your CV and Covering Letter by Tuesday, 23 December 2025.
Got questions about the role? Get in touch with the People Team
Please note: Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert; therefore, we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.
If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made The People Team aware before applying.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff by fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone, including those with disabilities, can thrive, develop, and achieve their full potential. We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and ensure reasonable adjustments are made to support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that residency and security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process.
We provide life-changing support, jobs and training opportunities to Service leavers, veterans, reservists and their spouses, partners and Children


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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JOB TITLE: Senior Volunteer Engagement Officer
DEPARTMENT: Foundation
LOCATION: Stamford Bridge
CONTRACT: Permanent
Chelsea Foundation: Founded in 2010, the Chelsea Foundation builds on over 120 years of Chelsea FC’s commitment to making a positive impact. We harness the passion, energy, resources and excellence of Chelsea FC to create opportunities across wellbeing, community, and futures. Driven by a mission to inspire change, we’re dedicated to empowering individuals and strengthening the communities around us to make a difference.
Job Function: To support the development and management of a high-impact volunteering programme at the Foundation
Closing date: 12th December
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. In the event that we receive a large number of applications, the position may be filled before the listed closing date. To avoid missing out, please submit your application at your earliest convenience.
You’ll be: (Responsibilities):
- Designing implementing and evaluating a best-in-class staff volunteering programme which strengthens the Foundation and Club’s community impact.
- Acting as the main point of contact for the volunteer network (comprising Chelsea FC staff, Foundation staff and other stakeholders such as corporate partners and supporters).
- Working collaboratively across the Foundation’s Programmes, Fundraising and Club HR teams to identify volunteer needs and design appropriate roles and responsibilities.
- Overseeing the engagement and training of volunteers, particularly those of our corporate partners, ensuring consistently positive experiences.
- Leading on coordinating, administering and facilitating smooth delivery of volunteering activities and engagements.
- Working with the Impact and Evaluation team to capture outcomes, analyse feedback and consistently improve the volunteering offer.
- Producing regular reports on volunteer engagement and impact for internal and external stakeholders.
- Ensuring all volunteering activity complies with health, safety, safeguarding and legal standards
- Maintaining accurate volunteer records and ensuring compliance with Data Protection requirements.
- Championing a culture of volunteering across the Club and Foundation, celebrating contributions, showcasing impact, and ensuring volunteers feel valued and motivated.
- Providing additional support to the Fundraising team as and when required.
- Successful delivery of a high-quality volunteering programme that meets Foundation and Club objectives.
- Positive feedback from volunteers, partners and staff, with evidence of impact shared.
- Managing multiple work streams and requests, demonstrating good judgement to prioritise these.
You’ll have: (Experience)
Experience:
- Experience in managing or coordinating volunteers, preferably within a charity, community or sport setting.
- A strong track record in successful project management and programme delivery.
- Experience building and managing relationships with diverse stakeholders, ideally including charity and corporate partners.
- Experience in effective administration and management of competing priorities.
- Strong organisational and administration skills, with excellent attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills, able to engage and inspire a wide range of audiences.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative, which contributing as part of a team.
- Strong project management skills, able to manage multiple priorities, tasks, correspondence and deadlines.
- Professional, discrete and able to handle confidential information appropriately.
- Strong attention to detail with a high level of written and IT literacy (MS Office).
In return: (Benefits)
- 25 days annual leave (+ Bank Holidays) After three years’ service, AL days increase to 28.
- Pension Contribution (5%)
- Life Assurance (4 x base salary)
- Private healthcare through Vitality
- C2W (Cycle to Work scheme)
- Chelsea Ticket Membership Program – enables employees to purchase tickets for home games 49 days prior to the match
- Free staff lunches at Stamford Bridge (Mon-Fri)
- Discount on club and club-affiliated products (Megastore, Nike 25% discount, Stadium Tours, onsite bar/restaurant etc)
- Employee Assistance Program, Mental Health first aiders and a strong well-being community
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:
At Chelsea we recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths and we are taking positive action to ensure our existing colleagues and job applicants can fully be themselves and bring their own unique experiences and perspectives to Chelsea FC. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.
If you need reasonable adjustments made to the recruitment process, please reach out to your recruiter, who will be able to advise and support you.
Chelsea FC is fully committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children, young people and adults at risk (vulnerable groups). We therefore require all successful applicants to complete a DBS Check prior to starting employment. Depending on the role, successful applicants may also be required to undergo other child protection screening where appropriate.
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Title: Freelance Corporate Fundraiser
Contract: 8 hours per week (1 day). 6-month rolling contract potential to increase to 2 days in the second half of 2026 subject to funding
Location: Remote and at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre
Day rate: £250 a day
Reports to: CEO and Chair of Board of Trustees
Key contacts: CEO, senior management team, finance team
Direct reports: none
About the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre
The London LGBTQ+ Community Centre is an award-winning charity launched by a team of volunteers in 2017. In December 2021 we opened our first physical space in London’s Bankside.
Our mission is to provide London with a sober, intersectional, intergenerational, community centre and café where all LGBTQ+ people feel welcome and supported, can build connections, and flourish. Our vision is for a more connected, belonging and thriving LGBTQ+ community in London.
In 2024, the Centre was visited by over 13,500 people, we hosted 700 events joined by 9,500 participants.
In 2027 we will expand to Chroma in partnership with The Trampery, broadening our impact and reach.
Overall purpose of the role
To work alongside the CEO to meet our fundraising goals by:
- Focusing on growing corporate donor base
- Assisting with grant writing if/when needed
As the year evolves, the role’s focus might shift. We are gearing towards opening a second location at Chroma in Bankside Yards in early 2027, so this role will be key in guaranteeing we grow as planned.
Our biggest fundraising moments of the year are Pride, Christmas, an annual fundraising event (normally hosted in November) and LGBT+ History Month. We are looking into capitalising on these key calendar moments, while developing long-lasting relationships that support the Charity throughout the year.
Key responsibilities and duties
- Support with the development of our fundraising strategy for the next three to five years
- Expand our pool of corporate donors. We strive to work with companies and organisations that share our ethos and are truly committed to our community
- Bring in donations to meet our corporate funding goal of £75,000.00 in the financial year 2025/26
- Design and lead a corporate comms strategy including a corporate fundraising page on our new website and the creation of a LinkedIn strategy that utilises the CEO’s personal page as a key representative of the charity
- Support CEO with planning and delivery of fundraising events
- Ad hoc support with grant writing. While grant writing remains part of the CEO’s responsibilities, this role might be requested to support the CEO with bid writing or editing.
- While the role can be remote, the successful candidate will be required to come to the Centre to meet the team in person once a month on a Thursday
Person specification
Shortlisting criteria: E = essential D = desirable
Professional experience
- Experience developing, implementing and successfully achieving fundraising strategies for charities of similar size or bigger (FY25/26 project income of £470K) - E
- 3+ years of experience in corporate fundraising, with proven track record of developing or maintaining long-lasting relationships - E
- 3+ years of experience in grant writing or grants management for an organisation of similar size or bigger - D
- Understanding of the LGBTQ+ landscape and its fundraising challenges - E
- Demonstrated oral communication skills with a knack for storytelling. A great ability to connect with and engage others - E
- Demonstrated analytical and persuasive writing skills experience as well as superior editing skills, including ability to convey complex information in a clear manner to a diverse audience - E
- Experience in planning and budgeting - D
- Public speaking - D
- Research skills - D
- Financial analytics and numeracy skills - D
- Patience and attention to detail - E
Personal qualities
- Excellent interpersonal skills - E
- Someone who can work self-sufficiently and in a team environment - E
- An engaging, passionate, energetic human - E
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills - E
- Commitment to equality, civil rights, and LGBTQ+ rights - E
- Knowledge of the charity sector in general and the LGBTQ+ community in particular - E
- Experience working with communities in general and the LGBTQ+ in particular - D
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Drive Growth. Build Partnerships. Empower Young People
Are you an ambitious, strategic leader with a passion for growth and innovation?
Do you thrive on developing partnerships that drive real social impact?
If so, this is a rare and exciting opportunity to join Young Enterprise (YE) as our first Director of Income and Development — a pivotal new leadership role shaping the future of our organisation.
Who We Are
We’re Young Enterprise, a national charity with a bold mission: to give every young person the opportunity to learn, to work, and to thrive.
For over 60 years, we’ve empowered more than 7 million young people with the skills, confidence, and enterprising mindset they need to succeed in life and work. Whether launching a student company, learning financial skills, or developing leadership and resilience, we help young people unlock their potential and build brighter futures.
We’re now entering a dynamic new chapter — and we’re looking for a confident, visionary leader to help us grow our income, strengthen partnerships, and expand our impact.
Why Join Us?
We’re proud of our people-first culture and the passionate, collaborative team behind our mission. Here’s what you can expect:
- A strategic, high-profile leadership role with the scope to shape national impact
- A creative, ambitious environment where new ideas are encouraged and celebrated
- Flexible hybrid working, generous holiday allowance, and wellbeing support
- A strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging
- The opportunity to build and lead growth that changes young people’s lives
- Being part of the global Junior Achievement Network, with peers in 140 countries worldwide and the opportunity to develop partnerships with global/multi-country funders
About the Role
This is a key senior position within our organisation — ideal for a strategic thinker with entrepreneurial flair and the drive to deliver transformational results.
As Director of Income & Development, you’ll lead our income generation strategy, securing and diversifying funding across corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations, individual giving, and commercial ventures. You’ll be at the forefront of growing our resources and influence, ensuring we have the means to deliver our Transforming Futures Strategy.
You’ll:
- Develop and lead a forward-thinking income growth strategy, driving innovation and results
- Build new, high-value partnerships while nurturing long-term funder relationships
- Identify emerging opportunities and trends across the fundraising landscape
- Work closely with colleagues across programmes, impact, and operations to create fundable, evidence-led propositions
- Represent YE externally at senior levels, building visibility and credibility across sectors
It’s a role for someone who sees opportunity where others see challenge — and who can turn bold ideas into sustainable results.
You’ll Love This Job If You Are…
- An ambitious, strategic, results-driven leader with a track record of income growth
- A creative and entrepreneurial thinker, unafraid to innovate and challenge the status quo
- An exceptional relationship-builder, confident engaging at board and CEO level
- Experienced in securing six- and seven-figure partnerships across multiple income streams
- Skilled in translating data, insight, and impact into compelling investment cases
- Passionate about youth opportunity, education, and social impact
- Collaborative, resilient, and motivated by the power of teamwork and purpose
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Growth
- Develop and deliver an ambitious income generation strategy to grow and diversify funding.
- Lead with innovation, aligning income strategy to YE’s Transforming Futures vision.
Partnership Development
- Build and sustain high-value partnerships with corporates, trusts, and individuals.
- Champion best-in-class relationship management and stewardship.
Innovation & Market Insight
- Identify new funding models, trends, and opportunities across sectors.
- Position YE as a thought leader in enterprise and financial education.
Collaboration & Alignment
- Work closely with programme and impact teams to create compelling, fundable propositions.
- Actively contribute to the Senior Leadership Team and Board-level discussions.
Performance & Compliance
- Lead financial forecasting and income reporting, ensuring compliance and transparency.
Keeping Young People Safe
We are deeply committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check before starting and will receive ongoing safeguarding training throughout their employment and be expected to uphold excellent safeguarding practice at all times.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to take on a strategic leadership role where your creativity, drive, and influence can transform young lives, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and instead of a traditional cover letter, please answer these three questions, using up to 250 words per answer. Please note, applications without answers to the three questions will not be considered. Interviews will be held either in person or via Teams, and may take place before the closing date. Applications must be received by 23:30 on 10 December 2025. First round interviews earmarked for 17 December 2025 at our office near Russell Square which will involve a presentation.
Questions (250 words max per answer)
1. Personal Contribution:
What are the top three strengths, skills, or experiences you bring to the Director of Income and Development role, and how will they help you grow Young Enterprise’s income, partnerships, and impact?
2. Vision and Ambition:
If appointed, what would you most want to achieve within your first 12 months in this role, and why are these priorities important to you and to Young Enterprise’s mission?
3. Motivation and Values:
Why does leading income generation and development at Young Enterprise matter to you personally? How does your motivation and approach align with our transforming Futures Strategy and our values of unlocking potential, one team, enterprising and resilient, and creating great impact?
Full details can be found in the Job Description.
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Lead Growth. Build Impact. Inspire Futures.
We empower young people to discover, develop and celebrate their skills and potential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Saint Agnes, Cornwall (Hybrid) (Ideally 2 days a week, but if this doesn't work, lets have a conversation)
Salary: £39,663 – £46,782 per year
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Surfers Against Sewage (SAS) is seeking a Senior Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager to lead our major gift fundraising programme, securing transformational support for our mission to protect the UK’s oceans, beaches, and marine wildlife. This is a pivotal role within our fundraising team, with responsibility for major donors alongside Trust & Foundation and corporate fundraising.
You’ll join a talented and ambitious team of fundraisers, managing a team of three, and work closely with the Director of Fundraising to develop strategies that inspire donors and secure long-term support.
What the role involves
- Lead SAS’s major gift fundraising programme, managing a portfolio with a primary focus on gifts of £100,000 .
- Develop and maintain Trust & Foundation and corporate relationships, ensuring excellent stewardship and maximising support.
- Manage, mentor, and develop a team of fundraisers, fostering talent, collaboration, and high performance.
- Work collaboratively with internal colleagues to translate SAS’s campaigns and impact into compelling proposals, donor communications, and reports.
- Oversee income and expenditure budgets, track KPIs, and report on performance.
- Thrive in a nimble campaigning organisation, adapting strategies to achieve ambitious fundraising targets.
Who we’re looking for
- Experience in major gift fundraising, with a record of securing transformational donations.
- Experience in trust & foundation and corporate fundraising.
- Great leadership and team management skills, with the ability to coach and develop a high-performing team.
- Excellent communicator and influencer, able to engage donors, colleagues, and stakeholders at all levels.
- Solutions-focused, outcomes-driven, and adaptable, thriving in a fast-moving, campaigning environment.
Hybrid working arrangements
This role is based in Saint Agnes, Cornwall, with a hybrid working model: two days a week in the office, but if this doesn't work for but you think you'd be excellent in this role lets have a chat.
Why join us?
You’ll play a central role in growing SAS’s philanthropy programme, leading a high-performing team, and making a tangible impact on the environment. We are a transparent, ambitious, and outcomes-focused organisation, where your leadership and expertise will be valued and supported.
Closing date: 20 November 2025
How to apply: Please submit your CV to express your interest and we will arrange a conversation ahead of preparing a cover letter.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Doorway is a registered charity that has been supporting young people who are homeless/at risk of homelessness for 28 years, across Warwickshire. We are moving into an exciting phase of innovation and development as we set our strategy for the next three-five years.
We are seeking a dynamic, creative and strategic individual to contribute to our development and help us to achieve our goals. Ensuring that we go from strength to strength and have a sustainable future, through successful income generation and brand visibility.
The ideal candidate will be proactive, have excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with donors, sponsors and partners. A motivated experienced individual with the ability to work in a fast paced environment, delivering fundraising and income generation activities on time.
- Lead on income generation from corporate partnerships
- Develop innovative projects
- Implement strategic approach to grant and trust funding
- Build strong long-term relationships with corporate funders, grant makers and lead on community fundraising campaigns
Join us to bring your experience, passion, and ideas to help make a real difference to the lives of our young people.
Our mission is to give homeless young people a future through advice, accommodation options, support and life skills development.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you a dynamic fundraising professional with a passion for protecting our rivers and waterways?
Environmental non-profit Planet Patrol is at a pivotal moment of growth and evolution. We’re now seeking a proactive, highly organised fundraising professional to help continue this growth. If you have a proven track record in strategic partnership creation, grant fundraising, and have a knack and thirst for hitting financial targets, ideally for environmental causes, we want to hear from you!
About Planet Patrol
Our vision is a world where all beings can enjoy our waterways, free from pollution. We are a global community dedicated to placing people-powered environmental data at the heart of decision-making. Through our unique anywhere, anytime, anybody approach to citizen science, we gather critical evidence of water and litter pollution to drive solutions that protect both environmental and human health. Our data and citizen science methods have been featured in academic journals (Stanton, et al., 2022) and media investigations (Channel 4 and ITV), enhancing public and scientific knowledge of litter pollution.
About the role
The Fundraising Lead (Corporate & Grants) will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of income generation for Planet Patrol, including the planning and delivery of our fundraising strategy; with a focus on corporates and grants. You will secure new partnerships and sponsorships, and develop high-value, multi-year commitments that align with both Planet Patrol’s priorities and our funders objectives. Whilst this role is fixed term, we hope to secure enough funding to make the role permanent.
About you
You must thrive in a start-up environment and have a can-do attitude to problem solving. You’ll be one of only a handful of employees and a team of excellent freelancers, so being a team player is a must! This is a great opportunity to really shape the organisation and our impact, so if you like having agency and being innovative, Planet Patrol would be a great fit.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising & Relationship Building
- Meet and exceed the annual new funding target of £300k, whilst maintaining existing funding agreements.
- Secure sponsorship for at least three organisational priorities worth a minimum of £50k each.
- Write and submit innovative, engaging and impactful funding applications.
- Prospect new supporters and build long-term, high-value relationships.
- Quickly and efficiently respond to calls for proposals, maximising all opportunities..
- Work with colleagues across Planet Patrol to develop and deliver bespoke opportunities aligned with funder priorities.
- Host cultivation events and support other team members in engaging prospective sponsors.
- Ensure due diligence in line with Planet Patrol’s ethics and due diligence policies.
Strategic
- Lead on the development and delivery of Planet Patrol’s fundraising strategy, setting income targets and KPIs with the Director.
- Work closely with the Head of Programmes and Campaigns to develop exciting, innovative and impactful funding propositions.
- Contribute to the wider Organisational strategy and annual Business Plan.
- Keep abreast of sector developments and funding opportunities to ensure plans are timely and effective.
Account Management
- Maximise our existing portfolio of corporate supporters, ensuring timely delivery of benefits, publicity and events.
- Oversee reporting to funders, sponsors and partners, demonstrating impact and value.
- Manage budgets within the fundraising portfolio and contribute to organisational efficiency and effectiveness.
Marketing & Communications
- Create compelling and innovative partnership opportunities for corporate supporters.
- Collaborate with colleagues to deliver sponsorship benefits and ensure accurate representation of sponsors across Planet Patrol platforms.
- Coordinate sponsor advertising and communications, with support from colleagues.
- Positively represent Planet Patrol at events and conferences.
Role requirements:
- A minimum three years working in a fast-paced, start-up environment.
- A demonstrated ability in securing funding worth five-and-six figures.
- Experience working remotely and making impactful relationships online.
- Be able to communicate effectively with senior corporate leaders.
- Experience in providing excellent stakeholder engagement, ideally through an integrated CRM.
- A natural networker and innovator, you’ll always be spotting opportunities.
- Excellent general IT skills and knowledge of new platforms to enable efficiency (Trello, Slack, HubSpot, Xero).
- Passionate about the environment and the importance of data.
- A commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion.
- Legal right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship.
- A clean, full driving license is preferred.
What we offer
Planet Patrol values collaboration, innovation, and a healthy work-life balance. That’s why we’re proud to be a 4-day week employer. We offer a flexible, remote working environment, paired with regular opportunities to connect as a team. We’re a vibrant, mission-driven non-profit that supports professional growth, alongside wellbeing. We offer a generous annual leave package, your birthdays off and encourage you to get out into nature whenever possible.
Application details
If you believe in the work we’re doing and think you could add something to it then we would love to hear from you. Please note that we are unable to process incomplete applications.
Applications close midnight Wednesday 26 November.
First stage interviews will be held virtually on Tuesday 02 December.
Second stage interviews will be held in person on Tuesday 09 December.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Major Donor Manager
£45410 - £47800 37.5 hours per week
Leicester based with hybrid working
A UK driving licence is an essential requirement for this role
Benefits include:
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Up to 42 days annual leave, life insurance and sick pay
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Enrolment in health cash back plan to cover every day healthcare costs
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Refer a Friend Bonus
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Cycle to Work Scheme / close to park and ride at Leicester Forest East
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Subsidised short breaks at selected RAFA Accommodation
About us
The RAF (Royal Air Forces) Association has a clear objective: to help sustain a resilient and empowered RAF community. Through our sector-leading welfare and wellbeing services, we offer a wide range of support to serving personnel, veterans and their families. With thousands of members and supporters across the UK and further afield, plus hundreds of dedicated employees and volunteers, we have the network and experience needed for a personal one-to-one approach. We work together to make sure no one is ever left behind.
About the role
This newly established role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of major donor fundraising at the RAF Association. As Major Donor Manager, you will lead the creation and delivery of a pioneering programme designed to attract and nurture high-value supporters. With full ownership of the strategy, you will play a pivotal role in identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major donors during this crucial launch phase. Acting as a passionate advocate for major giving, you will build authentic, two-way relationships with donors and key stakeholders. Collaborating closely with colleagues across Partnerships & Events, Marketing, Fundraising, and Trading, you will help drive the Association’s fundraising ambitions and advance its mission to provide vital support to the RAF community.
Primary responsibilities
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Lead the development and delivery of a strategic, sustainable major donor fundraising programme.
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Identify, research, and build a strong pipeline of prospective major donors, focusing on gifts of six and seven figure gifts.
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Personally manage a portfolio of high-value donors, overseeing cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship to secure one-off and multi-year gifts.
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Develop tailored engagement plans to ensure donors feel valued and connected to the impact of their support.
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Create compelling, personalised proposals, communications, and impact reports to inspire and retain support.
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Plan and deliver major donor cultivation events in partnership with the Events Manager.
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Represent the Association at external events to build relationships and raise the profile of major giving.
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Be accountable for achieving a personal annual income target.
It is highly recommended that you read the full role profile and person specification which is available to download on our website
About you
Educated to degree level or with considerable equivalent experience, you will have proven track record in securing, managing, and growing high-value donor relationships. You will be a strategic thinker with experience designing and delivering fundraising strategies at a senior level. You will need to demonstrate experience in building and managing prospect pipelines, conducting due diligence, risk assessments and managing donor agreements along with a strong understanding of fundraising legislation and best practice. We need you to be a confident networker with exceptional written and verbal communication skills to enable you to craft and deliver compelling, tailored proposals and pitches.You will need to be able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, target-driven environment. Due to the nature of the role, the Major Donor Manager will represent the RAF Association at prestigious briefings and events which will require occasional travel and overnight stays.
Want to join us?
You may find it helpful to have a look at our website and social media to find out more about who we are and what we do. To make your application really stand out, please take some time to include a cover letter to tell us how your skills and experience align with our role profile and person specification. Relevant supporting cover letters lead to a better chance of shortlisting for interview.
To apply
Closing Date 8am Monday 8 December
Interview Date W/C 15 December
The RAF Association is a Disability Confident employer. Please let us know if you require any assistance with your application.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK as we are unable to enter into sponsorship agreements
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Global Canopy
Global Canopy is a data-driven not for profit delivering real transparency and accountability for market impacts on nature and people. Our special focus is on ending deforestation – an essential step in achieving urgent global goals on climate, nature and human rights.
About Corporate Performance
A growing number of companies and financial institutions are seeking to mitigate their impacts on nature. But many have made commitments that are not being met, and others are failing to take any action at all. We hold to account through our Forest 500 project, assessing the policies and performance of influential companies and financial institutions. With our suite of Deforestation-free Finance Guidance and a forthcoming new tool, DEFT Pathway, we provide tools and data for financial institutions and investors to support effective engagement with high-risk companies. We support the finance sector, policy makers and other stakeholders by providing market-leading data on deforestation and ESG metrics through Forest IQ.
Role Overview
This is an exciting and pivotal role for an experienced research and project lead. As Research Lead for the Corporate Performance Programme, you will have oversight of all aspects of research relating to three of Global Canopy’s flagship projects: Forest 500 (including Floresta 250), Forest IQ and DEFT Pathway as well as associated Guidance. You will be part of an effective team in a fast-growing and dynamic non-profit delivering on complex and impactful projects around the world.
You will manage a team of researchers, building on the strong and collaborative atmosphere already in place. You will have a vital role across the organisation with visibility of other research projects too, including how they complement each other and interact, and work with other experts such as those from communications or Human Rights.
The Research Lead contributes to strategy developments and innovations in our approach and in the data products and tools we provide. You will work with colleagues to help secure funding for the continued impact of our research as the world changes.
You will lead methodology updates in line with the Accountability Framework initiative and in the context of world events relating to forest risk commodities, and interpret methodologies for annual assessment cycles led by the team.
The impact and audience for this data will be a key focus for you. You will distill the resulting data into findings and insights for content creation and publications and will work with colleagues to ensure the data is well understood by media and assessed entities. By speaking and representing Global Canopy at events you will ensure our methodology and data is shared openly and delivers impact.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the Corporate Performance (CP) research team, maintaining accountability for technical quality assurance of our data, process and findings across three of Global Canopy’s flagship projects: Forest 500+ (including Floresta 250), Forest IQ and DEFT Pathway, as well as Deforestation Free-Finance Guidance
- Lead and manage the research team, supporting Research Associates and Researchers to own and succeed in their respective projects and with the workflows they manage
- Build strong teamwork and technical excellence with a focus on impact
- Stay abreast of methodological updates, research methods and best practices across the assessment cycles, based on ongoing NGO alignment and external developments in line with our Theory of Change
- Lead cross-function collaborative team working and communication to ensure a focus on impact in research strategy and delivery, with seamless end-to-end processes up to and including data and content releases
- Strongly contribute to the management and strategy of the CP programme during a pivotal year by driving and developing new innovations
- Contribute to new fundraising proposals that strategically progress research needs and ensure continued funding.
- Deliver commitments to donors and in the CP annual plan related to research and help maintain donor relationships by reporting on Research-led deliverables
- Connect the CP programme with its target audiences and extend impact by engaging with NGOs, working with the Communications team to create public-facing content, and representing Global Canopy externally, particularly on technical elements of the methodology, best practice and findings
About You
To be successful in this role, these are the things that will matter the most:
- Strong background in research and research methods related to forest-risk commodities
- Ability to set realistic goals in planning research and data development, and managing a team to meet agreed timings for public releases
- Ability to lead, manage, and develop a research team
- Ability to identify strategic opportunities and innovations
Essential behavioural competencies:
- Attention to detail and accuracy through data, communications outputs, and engagement
- Ability to problem-solve and identify opportunities for improvement of existing systems
- Ability to think creatively and identify innovative ways to use existing and new data and metrics to reach audiences and deliver impact
Skills and experience:
- Leading a small team
- Strong data literacy and analysis skills, including qualitative data collection and analysis
- Demonstrable experience of applying research methods and practices, including both quantitative and qualitative data and statistical analysis, and programming and/or use of tools related to research techniques
- Ability to communicate complex ideas and methodologies to non-expert audiences
Desirable:
- Specialist technical knowledge on one or more of the following: deforestation, agricultural commodities, ESG, supply chains, sustainability or financial services
- Knowledge/experience working on the human rights and social dimensions of commodity-driven deforestation and environmental degradation
- Experience contributing to programmatic strategy to create impact and develop funding opportunities
- Experience of working across functions
- Experience of how data is delivered to target audiences
Benefits
Salary: £60k full time equivalent. This role sits within Band C on Global Canopy’s remuneration framework.
Nature of contract: Full-time, fixed-term (24 months), with possibility to extend dependent on funding. We are a flexible employer and welcome candidates wishing to work flexibly.
Base: Our office is in Oxford, with flexible home-working arrangements in place. Ability to attend the office fortnightly at minimum would be desirable.
Holidays: 36 days (including bank/public holidays) for discretionary use across the annual leave year. Option to purchase up to an additional 5 days or equivalent of one week’s leave.
Pension: Employer pension contribution of 8%.
Healthcare cashback plan: Covering dental fees, eye-care, wellbeing, physiotherapy, chiropody and much more – for you and any children.
Group Life Assurance: Paying a lump sum of 3 times annual salary
Group Income Protection: Paying 75% of annual salary for up to 2 years (for long term sickness).
Employee Assistance Programme: Which provides free, confidential advice on personal and legal matters.
Other: Huge range of discounts and cashback deals at gyms, restaurants, holidays, and much more.
How to Apply
To apply for the position, please follow the link and submit an up-to date CV and covering letter.
The covering letter should explain your motivation for the role, and how your skills and experience fit the person specification. (Please no more than 1 side of A4).
The closing date for applications is 8 December 2025 at 9am GMT. Early application encouraged as we will be conducting rolling interviews. We may close applications early if suitable candidates are identified.
First-round interviews calls will be conducted remotely via a video call. Following rounds consist of a take-home technical test and a final interview (in person at our Oxford office where possible; we will reimburse reasonable travel expenses to attend interviews).
The right-to-work in the UK is required for this role.
Applicant data will be managed in accordance with the candidate privacy policy available on our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
IRC UK
IRC UK is part of the IRC global network, which has its global headquarters in New York. Our team in the UK works to raise profile, deliver policy and practice change, and increase funding to help restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Since 2021, IRC UK has also provided integration services directly to refugees in the UK.
In Europe, the IRC also has offices in Berlin, Bonn, Brussels, Geneva and Stockholm.
The Purpose of the Role
IRC’s External Relations (ER) department brings together Fundraising, Communications and Policy & Advocacy functions. With the aim to raise money, awareness and influence for crisis-affected populations worldwide, the department combines knowledge and expertise across multiple national markets.
The IRC fundraising teams are comprised of colleagues and teams working in the USA, UK, Germany, Sweden and Korea as well as emerging markets delivering direct marketing, content, account management, philanthropy, board liaison, corporate as well as trust and foundation partnerships to support IRC’s national fundraising strategies.
The IRC’s private fundraising capability in the UK has grown significantly over the past five years. Ambitious growth plans are in place to deliver increasing income from the private sector as part of an exciting global External Relations strategy.
The Director of UK Mass Markets is responsible for the leadership and direction of the Mass Markets team in the UK and for securing long-term sustainable income for the IRC through individual donor acquisition, retention and supporter care. You will lead and develop a high-performing team by growing mass marketing audiences and income, developing exciting and targeted campaigns, identifying opportunities for product, channel and audience diversification, and championing UX and a supporter centric fundraising model. The Director will also serve as a key partner to the UK Executive Director as they facilitate cross-team collaboration, accountability and success among all private fundraising teams in the UK (Philanthropy, Global Corporate Partnerships, Foundations & Trusts and Mass Markets). The Director will play a leadership role in IRC UK more widely as a member of the UK Senior Management Team (UKSMT). The UKSMT is collectively responsible for achieving the cross-functional goals of IRC UK’s strategy and actively fostering an inclusive workplace at IRC UK.
This role is responsible for:
I. Securing significant and sustainable funding in the UK for IRC’s work
II. Leading strategic activities that support IRC’s mass market fundraising presence including campaigns for the End-of-Year, World Refugee Day and emergencies
Scope and Authority
This position has responsibility for delivering the UK Mass Market team strategy and targets and Supporter Care within the overarching Global Mass Markets strategy and UK Strategic Plan.
Responsibility for Resources:
This post will have responsibility for three direct reports (1x Senior Acquisition Marketing Manager, 1 x Retention Marketing Manager, 1 x Donor Services Assistant) and a substantial expenditure budget. The role is part of the global Mass Markets team and is matrix managed by the Executive Director in the UK and the Global Vice President of Mass Markets.
Key Working Relationships
Internal:
• Counterparts and senior leads in global Mass Markets team
• UK SMT: Directors of Strategy and Delivery, Communications, Advocacy, Philanthropy, Finance, People and Culture, Awards Management
• Global peer-level team: Directors and Heads of Mass Markets for Korea, Germany, Sweden, USA and Global Mass Market Support Leads
• Digital team members (UK and global)
• Global Creative Studio and Brand
• Senior Director for Retention
• International Operations team, incl. data & analytics roles
Key Accountabilities
· Aligned to the overall Global External Relations Strategy, develop, implement, monitor and report on IRC UK’s fundraising and supporter engagement strategy.
· Lead fundraising campaigns (acquisition, retention, mid-level) that deliver unrestricted income to enable IRC’s work. Channels include e-mail, direct mail, inserts, Facebook advertising, new forms of social media, and adwords, as well as telemarketing etc.
· Develop a supporter engagement programme that focusses on developing and deepening long-term relationships and drives retention rates.
· Develop and deliver an innovation programme, ensuring fundraising products and activity are at the forefront of the UK sector and allow IRC to cut through to new audiences.
· Deliver outstanding supporter services, ensuring supporter interactions are dealt with professionally and appropriately.
· Contribute strongly to overall Global External Relations strategy and budget development during the budgeting and investment request process.
· Lead, inspire, develop and performance manage the UK Mass Markets team.
· Ensure effective collaboration between the UK-based leads of the Foundations and Trusts, Global Corporate Partnerships, and Mass Markets teams, in executing comprehensive, aligned donor engagement strategies across the UK.
· Collaborate with other UK leaders on the UK Senior Management Team, holding collective accountability for achieving the goals of the UK strategy and advising on the wider management of IRC UK to support those goals.
· Reporting to the UK Board of Trustees, including presentations to the full Board and the External Relations Committee as required.
· Representing IRC in the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) Fundraising Directors group.
· Be the senior contact for all mass marketing partnerships with third party supplies.
· Act as senior voice in cross-market working groups and committees.
· Network and build external profile of the IRC UK Mass Markets team by attending relevant fundraising and sector events, and building other external stakeholder relationships.
· Input into effective risk management of mass marketing income by accurately assessing opportunities, threats, strengths and weaknesses on a regular basis, and iterating the programme based on results.
· Accurately forecast, monitor and report on income and expenditure budget lines.
· Keep up to date with sector developments in individual giving, digital fundraising to ensure IRC is at the forefront of fundraising developments.
· Work closely with Mass Markets team in other national markets (i.e. Korea, Germany, Sweden, US) and the International Operations team to ensure all engagement is coordinated, and where appropriate, synchronised.
Skills, Knowledge and Qualifications:
· Driven, motivated and proactive with a solutions-based attitude and resilient in the face of setbacks.
· Proven ability to manage, meet and monitor fundraising budgets and Key Performance Indicators.
· Excellent organisational skills, especially the ability to manage a complex, varied and substantial workload.
· Ability to understand legal frameworks and requirements, and implications of decisions in the best interest of the charity.
· Excellent verbal and written English and the ability to produce well designed and high-quality proposals and reports.
· Institute of Fundraising, Cass or comparable qualifications would be an advantage.
Experience:
· Extensive experience of individual giving (or mass marketing) and digital fundraising and ideally, mid value and legacy giving, within a large or medium global charity, including a proven track record of both acquisition and retention.**
· Launching new channels and products with success.
· Comprehensive understanding and experience of audience and donor segmentation, analytical modelling such as LTV and use of insights to drive strategy and performance.**
· Experience and understanding of creative process and relationship with brand identity through different channels and audiences.
· Proven track record of success in a leadership, line management, recruitment, performance management and talent retention.**
· Demonstrated history of being an empowering and supportive manager to front-line fundraisers.
· Experience working for a centralised, international organisation would be a strong advantage.
· Experience using Salesforce an advantage.
Criteria in the Person Specification marked with ** are the minimum criteria in line with our commitments under the Disability Confident Employer Scheme in the UK.
UK based candidates who state that they have a disability and meet these criteria, will be invited to interview.
Our charity has grown rapidly over the last five years, with each year bringing new faces and new opportunities. This year, we’re excited to be welcoming a Fundraising Manager to join our team.
In this role, you’ll work closely with our CEO and operations team to deliver our annual fundraising targets, focusing on individual giving, trusts and foundations, and fundraising events/external opportunities. Partnerships are currently managed by the CEO and our Board of Trustees.
We have a fun, joyful working culture and work flexibly and mostly remotely, though you may occasionally need to attend meetings in London or travel for events. Our registered office is in Margate, so if you’re local or fancy a change of scene, you’re welcome to come and work by the sea.
As this is a new role for Not A Phase, we’re looking for someone confident, proactive and full of ideas. You’ll have the freedom to shape and implement your own systems and processes, with full support from the team.
It’s vital that you have an understanding of the issues currently faced by the trans+ community in the UK. We recently launched our new five-year strategy, Joy as an Act of Resistance, which will guide our mission in these challenging times. Your role will be key in helping us achieve it, if you'd like to check it out, you can read it in full over on our website.
We encourage applications from those with lived experience or a deep understanding of the topics we work within.
About You
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Experienced fundraiser, ideally with a background in individual giving.
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Skilled bid writer with a proven track record.
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Lived experience of, or strong understanding of, the challenges facing the trans+ community in the UK.
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Experience developing and managing fundraising events from start to finish.
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Passionate about giving supporters the best possible experience and skilled at building relationships to exceed targets.
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Confident communicator who can engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
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Creative, proactive problem-solver who thrives in a flexible environment.
Uplifting the lives of trans+ adults across the UK.



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The Way Youth Zone is looking to recruit a Fundraising Coordinator to support the growth and sustainability of the charity’s income by coordinating and delivering a range of fundraising initiatives. The role has a particular focus on corporate engagement, individual giving, fundraising events and appeals, and community fundraising activities. What’s essential is that you love what you do. We want you to enjoy coming to work every day and to care deeply about your role, your colleagues, and the young people we support. If you are motivated, creative, and confident in driving fundraising initiatives, we would love to hear from you.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
1. Support the planning and delivery of fundraising campaigns, helping to drive engagement across staff, volunteers, and supporters, and coordinating promotional actvities to maximise participation and income.
2. Assist the Corporate Partnerships Manager in developing and maintaining relationships with corporate supporters, focusing on Charity of the Year partnerships, employee fundraising, payroll giving, and corporate events.
3. Represent The Way Youth Zone at selected external community events and networking opportunities, acting as a positive ambassador to promote fundraising initiatives, and build relationships with potential supporters.
4. Coordinate internal and external fundraising events, including recruiting participants, providing fundraising guidance, sourcing raffle prizes and gifts in kind, and supporting event logistics.
5. Assist with development of an individual giving pipeline, supporting donor acquisition, stewardship, and retention through regular communications, appeals, and relationship-building activities.
6. Maintain accurate records of fundraising actvities and donor interactions using the Salesforce CRM system, ensuring data integrity and compliance with GDPR.
7. Contribute ideas and feedback to support the development of fundraising plans and improve supporter engagement, drawing on insights from campaigns and events.
Required Qualifications / Experience
Compulsory
1. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with a range of stakeholders. 2. Excellent organisa1onal skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and support events.
3. Experience using digital tools, including Microsoft Office and CRM systems (e.g. Salesforce), or a willingness to learn.
4. Demonstrable transferable skills from roles in customer service, sales, marketing, events, or community engagement.
Desirable
1. Experience supporting fundraising or income generation, either professionally or through volunteering.
2. Understanding of individual giving and donor stewardship, or experience in customer relationship management.
3. Knowledge of corporate engagement, such as employee fundraising, sponsorship, or partnership development.
4. Familiarity with the charity sector, fundraising regulations, or the Fundraising Code of Practice.
Skills & Competencies
1. Relationship Building – Able to develop and maintain positive relationships with individual donors, corporate partners, and community stakeholders.
2. Communication Skills – Confident and clear communicator, both written and verbal, with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences.
3. Organisation & Time Management – Skilled at managing multiple tasks, prioritising workload, and meeting deadlines, especially around events and campaigns.
4. Initiative & Problem Solving – Proactive in identifying opportunies and resolving challenges, with a flexible and solutions-focused approach.
5. Digital Literacy – Comfortable using CRM systems (e.g. Salesforce), Microsoft Office, and Canva to support fundraising and communication.
6. Teamwork & Collaboration – Works well with others, contributes to a positive team culture, and supports shared goals across departments.
7. Creativity & Campaign Thinking – Able to contribute ideas for fundraising campaigns and supporter engagement, with an understanding of what motivates giving.
8. Attention to Detail – Accurate in record-keeping, donor communications, and event coordination, ensuring a professional and trustworthy supporter experience.
Accountability & Success Measures
We define accountability as taking ownership of your responsibilities, being equipped and empowered to fulfil your role, and continuously reflecting and adapting through self-awareness to grow and support others. In this role, success looks like:
1. Fundraising campaigns and events are delivered smoothly and on time, with strong participation and positive feedback from supporters, meeting income targets and satisfactory supporter engagement. 2. Increased levels of employee fundraising and corporate engagement, including the successful delivery of Charity of the Year partnerships, payroll giving initiatives, and well-supported corporate events. 3. A growing and well-managed individual giving pipeline, with improved donor retention, regular giving, and consistent stewardship communications. 4. Increased levels of schools/community fundraising participation, including schools fundraising campaigns and initiatives.
You will be accountable for:
• Meeting income targets across individual giving, corporate fundraising, and fundraising campaigns (e.g. Paint the City Pink) • Growth in donor engagement and retention
• Increased participation in employee fundraising and corporate events
• Maintaining accurate records of donor and fundraising activity in Salesforce
• Providing regular updates and insights to the Corporate Partnerships Manager and wider team
• Supporting evaluation of campaign performance and donor engagement
• Supporting cross-team collaboration to enhance fundraising impact
• Helping to foster a proactive, inclusive, and mission-driven team culture Equal Opportunity Statement The Way Youth Zone is committed to being an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, and we’re proud to be youth-led in everything we do. We welcome applications from people with relevant experience as well as those with transferable skills from different sectors who can bring fresh ideas and energy to the role.
The role is office-based, 40 hours per week, flexible working hours.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are looking to recruit an experienced journalist to manage all aspects of content development and production of the Charity’s membership magazine, Under 5, in both print and digital format. This is a hybrid role (two days a week in the London office).
Benefits:
- 26 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, pro rata for part time employees
- Enhanced sickness pay
- Employer and employee contribution pension scheme
- Birthday leave so you can have a day off for your birthday dedicated to you and your well being
- Enhanced sickness pay and paid bereavement leave
- Regular access to internal and external learning and development opportunities
- A Recruitment Referral Payment Scheme, giving you an introductory payment of up to £300 if someone you have referred to the Alliance takes up a role in the charity.
- Access to our Employee Assistant Programme (EAP), which includes 24/7 helpline access, dedicated managers helpline, confidential counselling sessions delivered by accredited specialists, legal, debt and life management advice, discounts, and wellbeing content plus resources.
- Savings of up to 25% on O2 Refresh Airtime Plan on any new phone or tablets
- A dedicated mental health First Aider to support your mental well being
Main duties:
- To identify and research themes for each issue, sourcing and managing contributors to ensure the magazine has a clear, consistent, relevant and interesting voice to the readership.
- To lead on planning, sourcing contributors, writing and managing content of Under 5 magazine, 10 issues produced every year
- To liaise with Communications and External Affairs colleagues to ensure that corporate partnership publicity, advertorial, editorial and competition deals are delivered to meet terms of contra deals in relevant issues of Under 5.
- To write, edit and upload regular online news stories for selected digital communication including planning, writing and managing content for the fortnightly Under 5 e-newsletter.
Essential criteria:
- Proven experience of working on magazine in an editorial role with an ability to lead on commissioning, writing, sub-editing and proofing professional copy.
- Excellent journalistic writing skills, with the ability to write concise and accurate news copy.
- Clear understanding and practical experience of managing magazine print and production processes
- Strong interpersonal skills with direct experience of managing internal and external suppliers, journalists, production staff, advertisers and contributors.
- Strong creative and written skills with an ability to produce clear, accurate and interesting copy tailored for different audiences.
Please provide an additional statement with your application explaining how you meet the essential criteria in the person specification.
To support early years providers to deliver high quality, affordable and sustainable care and learning to families.



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This is your opportunity to make a real difference in an extra special year for Nottingham Hospitals Charity!
Nottingham Hospitals Charity exists to support patients, families and staff at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, which includes the City Hospital, Queen’s Medical Centre, Nottingham Children’s Hospital, Hayward House palliative care centre and Ropewalk House hearing centre.
As one of the biggest NHS charities in the UK, Nottingham Hospitals Charity has raised over £64million in 19 years, to fund state-of-the-art specialist equipment, medical research projects, enhancements to the hospital environment, and staff support programmes.
For 20 years, Nottingham Hospitals Charity has supported Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (NUH) to enhance patient care, support staff wellbeing, and fund pioneering research across our hospitals. 2026 marks our 20th anniversary, and we’re planning a year-long programme of celebration to raise our profile, strengthen our partnership with NUH, thank our supporters, and inspire new donors for the years ahead.
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us.
About the Role
This is a unique opportunity for a creative and organised professional to lead the planning and delivery of our 20th Anniversary Year programme. The postholder will coordinate a series of flagship events and campaigns including a launch exhibition, community festival, staff celebration week, and anniversary gala. They will work closely with colleagues across the Charity, NUH Care Groups, corporate partners and community groups to bring the year to life. The role blends project management, events coordination, marketing, and relationship-building, with a strong focus on logistics, delivery, and data capture.
Key Responsibilities
Programme Coordination:
- Lead day-to-day delivery of the 20th Anniversary programme, ensuring activity is on time, on brand, and on budget.
- Develop and manage project plans for each quarter’s flagship event and supporting campaign.
- Liaise with suppliers, venues, sponsors, and creative agencies to deliver events and collateral.
- Monitor budgets, process invoices, and prepare regular progress updates for the Director of Fundraising and Communications.
Events and Campaign Delivery:
- Oversee logistics and promotion for our main anniversary events:
- Anniversary Launch & Impact Exhibition
- Community Celebration
- NUH Staff Celebration Week & BBQ
- Anniversary Gala Dinner & Donor Celebration
- Coordinate supporting activities such as the “20 for 20” fundraising challenge, digital thank-you wall, and storytelling features.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Support the Charity Fundraising, Marketing and Comms team to engage volunteers, donors, key corporate and community groups.
- Work collaboratively with NUH Care Groups, Estates, Communications and Events teams to ensure alignment and permissions.
- Support media and marketing activity by gathering stories, case studies, and photography.
Data, Insight and Impact:
- Ensure data capture and consent are built into all anniversary activities.
- Work with the fundraising and database teams to record participation, engagement and income outcomes against targets for ROI.
- Produce post-event evaluation and insight reports
Person Specification
Essential Experience and Skills:
- Demonstrable experience in coordinating events, projects, or campaigns from concept to delivery.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with confidence working across teams and partner organisations.
- Experience of supplier liaison, contract negotiation, and budget tracking.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable using digital tools for project management, communications, and data capture.
- A proactive, can-do attitude, able to work flexibly and collaboratively.
Desirable Experience and Skills:
- Experience in charity, healthcare, or public sector communications or events.
- Experience of fundraising or donor stewardship events.
- Knowledge of GDPR and data protection principles in event and marketing contexts.
- Understanding of Nottingham Hospitals Charity and/or Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust.
Personal Attributes:
- Creative thinker with a passion for storytelling and community engagement.
- Calm under pressure with strong problem-solving skills.
- Collaborative and confident working with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Committed to the values of the NHS and charitable giving.
What We Offer
- Salary £35,000–£40,000 (depending on experience)
- Flexible, hybrid working (min. 3 days onsite at City Hospital)
- 27 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)
- Charity pension employer contribution
- Opportunity to make a real impact during a landmark year for Nottingham Hospitals Charity
If you have any questions about the role, the anniversary plans or Nottingham Hospitals Charity please contact Sam Cousens at Nottingham Hospitals Charity.
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