We are looking for an articulate, proactive and people-orientated person to join our highly successful Philanthropy team. The ideal candidate will have strong relationship management skills, a high degree of emotional intelligence, and will be an ambitious self-starter. We are seeking someone who understands the importance of investing in dementia research and can convey that with passion to our supporters. In return, we can offer an exciting, supportive working environment and the opportunity to join a small major gifts team that punches well above its weight.

This is a full-time role, however, part-time hours of 28 hours per week would be considered for the right candidate.

The main tasks of the role are:

• To build relationships with current and prospective major donors and charitable trusts, providing them with opportunities to engage with ARUK, and encouraging them to invest in our research.
• To think ambitiously and creatively in producing compelling and persuasive written communications for major donors and charitable trusts, such as letters, proposals, applications and progress reports.
• To discuss the work of ARUK with major donors and trust representatives at one-to-one meetings, on the telephone and at events.
• To provide an exceptional level of stewardship to donors, ensuring they are thanked and updated and that their relationship with ARUK grows in depth and value.
• To work with the leadership team and senior volunteers, preparing briefings and ensuring they have everything they need to go out and ask for support.
• To ensure supporter and event records are kept up-to-date through daily use of Raiser’s Edge.

Essential skills and experience:

• Minimum of three years’ experience gained either working within major gifts fundraising, or in a client relationship management role
• Demonstrable experience of building relationships/ influencing through face-to-face contact
• Demonstrable experience of working effectively without close supervision
• Ability to communicate with, and enthuse, a wide variety of people in a compelling, professional manner
• Ability to write persuasively and with a high degree of accuracy for a range of audiences
• High level of emotional intelligence
• Exceptional listening skills
• Diplomatic and discreet

Location: Flexible with regular travel to our offices at Granta Park, near Cambridge. Regular travel, mostly to London, will be necessary.

Salary: Circa £31,000 per annum, plus excellent benefits

Please download the Vacancy Pack for more details.

Please note that the official job title for the successful candidate will be Major Giving Officer. 

In order to be considered, please create an online account using our Online Recruitment System which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies Page. You will be able to attach a CV and covering letter to your application, track your application and view other vacancies that may be of interest.

To view further details about this role and the benefits of working for us please visit the Alzheimer’s Research UK website.

Do you have a passion for good customer service?

The Supporter Care team at Alzheimer’s Research UK is the first point of contact in the charity for supporters, potential donors and members of the public.

The team is part of Marketing, Data and Insight team within the Fundraising department. The Supporter Care Administrator is responsible for ensuring that people receive an excellent standard of customer care in order to maintain supporter satisfaction and to generate the maximum amount of income for dementia research.

We are looking for an outgoing and enthusiastic Supporter Care Executive to join our Supporter Care team, carrying out essential supporter engagement and administrative activities associated with marketing campaigns, donations, fundraising events and requests for materials. With previous experience of providing excellent customer service, you will have the ability and confidence to communicate with a variety of people, engaging with supporters by phone, email and in writing about a wide range of enquiries.

Alzheimer’s Research UK is the UK’s leading dementia research charity dedicated to diagnosis, prevention, treatment and cure. Backed by our passionate scientists and supporters, we’re challenging the way people think about dementia, bringing together the people and organisations who can speed up progress, and investing in research to make life-changing breakthroughs possible.

You will be part of an organisation that has been recognised nationally as an outstanding place to work. In 2021, we were listed 69th in the prestigious 100  Large Best Companies to Work For.  We were also awarded a 2-star accreditation by Best Companies, recognising outstanding levels of workplace engagement and were listed in the 75 Best Companies to Work for in the East of England and the Charity’s 30 Best Companies to Work For.

Main tasks of role:

• Answering inbound telephone calls; responding to a wide range of enquiries including marketing campaigns, donations, fundraising events and requests for materials
• Managing enquiries received by email and post, either by responding or forwarding as necessary
• Making outbound telephone calls in order to increase the value of, or to retain supporters; including thanking, obtaining Gift Aid declarations and reactivating lapsed donors
• Recording feedback and assisting in the resolution of complaints
• Processing donations from telephone calls and mailings, acknowledging supporters appropriately
• Sending out materials, processing donations and sending appropriate acknowledgements relating to community fundraising, sporting events and donations given in memory
• Processing new direct debit instructions and standing order payments, amending and cancelling gifts as necessary
• Amending supporter details as necessary
• Opening and batching incoming post
• Updating team procedures as required
• Recognising fundraising, engagement and retention opportunities when talking to supporters using a range of initiatives to explain how donations positively contribute towards the cause

Essential skills and experience:

• Experience of working in a customer facing role and handling complaints and queries
• Good knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook and databases
• Excellent telephone manner and written communication skills
• Ability to work with a high level of accuracy
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload
• Professional and hard-working team player
• Outgoing, enthusiastic, confident and able to remain calm under pressure

Please note that the official job title for the successful candidate will be Supporter Care Executive.

Location: Granta Park, Nr Cambridge with flexibility to work from home

Salary: Circa £22,000 per annum, plus benefits

Please download the Vacancy Pack for more details.

The closing date for applications is 12 December 2021, with interviews to be held 16 & 17 December 2021. We would encourage applicants to submit their application at the earliest opportunity as the closing date may be brought forward at any time. Should we wish to contact you to arrange an earlier interview this will be arranged based on the availability of the candidate and the panel. Please indicate in your cover letter if you are unable to attend on a certain date.

In order to be considered, please create an online account using our Online Recruitment System which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies Page. You will be able to attach a CV and covering letter to your application, track your application and view other vacancies that may be of interest.

To view further details about this role and the benefits of working for us please visit the Alzheimer’s Research UK website.

Alzheimer’s Research UK is the UK’s leading dementia research charity dedicated to diagnosis, prevention, treatment and cure. Backed by our passionate scientists and supporters, we’re challenging the way people think about dementia, bringing together the people and organisations who can speed up progress, and investing in research to make life-changing breakthroughs possible.

You will be part of an organisation that has been recognised nationally as an outstanding place to work. In 2021, we were listed 69th in the prestigious 100 Large Best Companies to Work For. We were also awarded a 2-star accreditation by Best Companies, recognising outstanding levels of workplace engagement and were listed in the 75 Best Companies to Work for in the East of England and the Charity’s 30 Best Companies to Work For.

This role is based in the Chief Executive’s Office and will drive forwards the delivery of ARUK’s external engagement around strategic projects. In particular, this role will work on the Early Detection of Neurodegenerative diseases (EDoN) Initiative - an ambitious project spearheaded by Alzheimer’s Research UK to develop an innovative approach to detect diseases like Alzheimer’s years before the symptoms of dementia start. You will ensure our work is purposeful and reaches those people and organisations who will help us to deliver our vision.

Main duties and responsibilities of the role:

• Responsible for managing the EDoN Board, working closely with ARUK’s President and the EDoN team to ensure that the Board can effectively oversee progress.
• Maximise support from EDoN Board Members by using networks, insight and building relationships.
• Work with the Deputy CEO, Director of Philanthropy and President to establish a new EDoN Fundraising Board and deliver of a high-level programme of activity to deliver their objectives.
• Advise and lead on specific engagement exercises with the President, CEO and Deputy CEO.
• Lead on dedicated projects with ARUK President’s office – for example overseas fundraising.
• Identify priority relationships to support our influencing activity, particularly high value and political audiences.
• Support teams across ARUK to cultivate key relationships with these audiences.

What we are looking for:

• Significant experience of working alongside high profile and high influence individuals and be a highly credible figure.
• Excellent communication skills, able to articulate the case for supporting ARUK, ensuring that stakeholders are fully engaged with ARUK’s vision, mission and goals.
• Experience working at all levels across complex organisations and be comfortable working in an integrated way across multiple teams.
• Highly motivated, with ability to work on own initiative, plan and prioritise own workload, meet tight deadlines and work flexibly.
• experience of establishing and building effective strategic relationships and of leading influencing work that has led to positive change.
• Excellent listening skills.
• Strong ethical standards and a high level of personal integrity.
• Substantial knowledge of the UK political landscape, and understand the policy issues which affect both Alzheimer’s Research UK and scientific research more broadly.
• As part of this role supports our international fundraising, willingness to travel when required.

Additional Information:

Location:   Flexible

Salary: Circa £43,000 per annum, plus benefits

Please download the Vacancy Pack for more information.

How to apply:

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone is able to be themselves and reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures.  Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, at either the application or interview stage, please contact us.

The closing date for applications is the 19 December 2021, with interviews to be held on 6 January 2022. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity as the closing date may be brought forward at any time Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.

Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment System which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV and covering letter to your application and track the status of your application.

To view further details about working for us and the benefits we offer, please visit Alzheimer’s Research UK

Alzheimer’s Research UK is the UK’s leading dementia research charity dedicated to diagnosis, prevention, treatment and cure. Backed by our passionate scientists and supporters, we’re challenging the way people think about dementia, bringing together the people and organisations who can speed up progress, and investing in research to make life-changing breakthroughs possible.

You will be part of an organisation that has been recognised nationally as an outstanding place to work. In 2021, we were listed 69th in the prestigious 100  Large Best Companies to Work For.  We were also awarded a 2-star accreditation by Best Companies, recognising outstanding levels of workplace engagement and were listed in the 75 Best Companies to Work for in the East of England and the Charity’s 30 Best Companies to Work For.

The Research Administrator role reports into the Research Projects Manager and forms part of the Research team at Alzheimer’s Research UK. The Research team is set to deliver an exciting new five-year strategy through a varied portfolio of grant schemes, strategic initiatives, partnerships and by fostering collaboration and innovation. The Research team has expertise in biomedical dementia research and grant management, develops innovative initiatives and produces the content of one of the largest dementia research conferences.

The main purpose of the Research Administrator role is to provide administrative assistance to the smooth running of various activities within the team, including those associated to grant funding, strategic initiatives and meeting coordination. We are looking for a conscientious and dedicated person who will join a busy team at an exciting time.

Main duties and responsibilities of the role:

• Provide administrative support associated with the funding and running of research projects including processing applications, supporting the peer-review process and coordinating the annual grant-holder reporting period
• Maintain accurate financial records, process invoices and assist with the financial monitoring of research expenditure
• Maintain digital records of grants and support the ongoing maintenance of ARUK's grant management system
• Liaise with the Fundraising and Communications teams to coordinate the restriction of funds to research projects
• Organise and assist with the running of research meetings and events by coordinating schedules, travel and accommodation arrangements, venue hiring, catering, courier collections and deliveries, and liaising with meeting attendees

What we are looking for:

• Experience of supporting teams in an administrative capacity
• IT competency and knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to work with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Team worker and flexible in approach
• Enthusiastic and professional manner

Location: Granta Park, near Cambridge.

Salary: Circa £22,000 per annum, plus benefits

Please download the Vacancy Pack for more details.

*Please note that the official job title for the successful candidate will be Research Executive.

The closing date for applications is the 12 December 2021, with interviews to be held on the 16/17 December 2021. Please indicate in your cover letter if you are unable to attend on this date. We would encourage applicants to submit their application at the earliest opportunity as the closing date may be brought forward at any time.

To be considered, please create an online account using our Online Recruitment System which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies Page. You will be able to attach a CV and covering letter to your application, track your application and view other vacancies that may be of interest.

To view further details about this role and the benefits of working for us please review the vacancy information pack or visit the Alzheimer’s Research UK website.

Should you have any questions or wish to discuss your application further, please contact the HR Team.

Centre 33 is an ambitious and growing charity based across Cambridgeshire. We offer a range of high quality services to young people aged up to 25, including information and support on a “drop in” basis, mental health services, counselling, housing and financial advice, sexual health support and support for young carers.

We are looking to recruit an efficient, friendly and enthusiastic Administrator to support our Someone to Talk to team.

Your principal responsibility is to handle and respond to all incoming communication and enquiries from young people, families and professionals seeking support via our frontline phone, email, text and Whatsapp streams.

This role will also provide comprehensive administrative support for the Service Team providing the ongoing support to young people. These administrative duties will include, but are not limited to, assisting with, planning and coordinating meetings, creating monthly reports from our internal database and various other general administrative duties.

You will be pro-active and thorough in your approach, identifying and managing priorities for the team and will have the ability to communicate key messages and tasks confidently. You will provide a friendly and professional response to enquiries from young people who are often reaching out for support for the first time.

You will be privy to sensitive information and a commitment to confidentiality and discretion is vital. You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and will have no problem in multi-tasking or planning and prioritising your workload. You will be organised and efficient with a positive, can-do attitude and the ability to work well within a team.

A commitment to the values of Centre 33 is essential. 

Based: Munro House, Mercers Row, Cambridge, CB5 8HY (with up to 50% working from home optional)

Direct reports: 3 (2x Marketing Officer, 1 Senior Digital Officer)

Hours: 37.5 hours, although up to 80% FTE considered

With CBM you can help reach the world’s forgotten people

Too many people face poverty and isolation, denied the chance to go to school or earn and living, just because they have a disability. CBM works in the world’s poorest places to prevent blindness, improve health and transform the lives of people with disabilities. With 45 UK staff we’re currently raising £9m each year; as part of a Global Federation we’re working in 48 countries. This is a truly exciting time to join us at the start of our ambitious new ‘Breaking Barriers’ strategy, as we fight to end the cycle of poverty and disability.

Working with a supportive, flexible employer

The well-being of our team is central to how we work: we encourage a healthy work-life balance, offer flexi-time and up to 50% working from home. Our team benefit from excellent personal development opportunities and we offer the chance to undertake fully-funded training or study. We’re an organisation based on Christian values welcoming staff of all faiths and none – it’s the basis of why we do what we do, with opportunities for prayer for staff who want to, but we do not evangelise. CBM is an equal opportunities, disability-confident employer and committed to achieving the highest standards of diversity, fairness and equality.

Your key responsibilities as Marketing Manager

An excellent development opportunity to help us achieve our ambitious long-term goals, we’re recruiting for an experienced marketing or fundraising professional for this newly created position. It’s a fantastic opportunity to manage an established direct and digital marketing programme as we target significant growth over the next five years and move to the next level in our individual fundraising.

Responsible for the development and growth of CBM’s varied cultivation, acquisition, regular giving and church fundraising programme, the Marketing Manager will lead a talented team of three and be responsible for a multi-million pound budget. The role will work closely with the Head of Marketing as part of a dynamic Fundraising and Communications team of 20. We create extraordinary and wonderful moments in our supporters’ lives as we seek to transform the lives of people with disabilities in the world’s poorest places.

For further information: If this sounds of interest, we’d love to have an informal chat to tell you more about this exciting role, to answer any questions and to find out a little more about you. 

We are looking for two confident, reliable people  to support hospital staff and other health or social care professionals to provide wrap around, holistic support that will enable clients to be discharged from hospital feeling supported and empowered. The postholder will work from both Addenbrookes and Hinchingbrooke hospitals and across Cambridgeshire. You will be able to identify what needs to be put into place to avoid a readmission or future admission to hospital, within the context of promoting wellbeing, happiness, independence, and confidence. Care Network does not provide personal care.

Application by CV and covering letter in which you address all the points in the person specification,  if these points are not covered your application may not be considered.

This post is full time (37h/week, Monday to Friday 9-5) for a 6 month period.

Centre 33 is looking to recruit 2 Engagement & Support Project Workers, with significant practical experience of working with young people and providing practical support and guidance, as part of the Centre 33 'Someone To Talk To' service in Cambridgeshire.

Your role will be to work within our Engagement and Support team to deliver excellent, safe, impactful and responsive services to young people while developing good local relationships with other organisations.

You will be part of our open access 'one stop shop' offering information and on-going support to young people (aged 13-25), about how to make informed choices about their wellbeing, health, housing and much more.

You will have wide-ranging and demonstrable experience of working with a complex case-load, assessing risk and need, and partnership working. You will thrive in a fast paced, variable role that requires a non-judgemental and supportive approach to your work with young people.

By listening to local young people, and local partners, and sharing your findings with the Someone To Talk To team you will support Centre 33 to embed and develop a more impactful service in line with the organisation’s strategic plan.

Your main base will be our Cambridge and Ely hubs, with additional working across county on an ad hoc basis (occasional cover). Your usual working days will be Tuesday – Saturday

(9:30-6 Tues – Fri and 9:30-2:30 Sat)

 A driving license and use of a car is desirable for this post.

Interested in a life changing role? If you’re an experienced Fundraiser who would relish the opportunity to work at a strategic level then the British Racing School is waiting to hear from you. The BRS is registered charity committed to changing young peoples lives through education and employment in the horseracing industry.

This is your opportunity to develop and implement a fundraising strategy that will see the school thrive for years to come. For more information on the role and how to apply please visit our website.

We are actively seeking to increase the diversity of our team and would therefore particularly welcome applications from any minority group.

Safeguarding our young people is a priority, the successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide the names of two contacts who can be approached to provide a professional reference.