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Senior Philanthropy Officer – Job Advert
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £37,221.19 to £41,740.90
Closing Date: 13th April
First interviews to be held: w/c 20th April
Centrepoint, the UK’s leading youth homelessness charity, is looking for a Senior Philanthropy Officer to join our Philanthropy team based in London or Manchester.
Centrepoint operates a hybrid working model. The requirement is a minimum of 50% of your working week to be worked in the office. For most full-time colleagues, this means attending the office for five days over a two-week period (e.g., two days one week and three days the next). For colleagues on different contracts (including part-time or compressed contracts) this will be adjusted accordingly.
About Centrepoint
Centrepoint exists to help vulnerable young people by giving them the practical and emotional support they need to find a job and live independently. We provide homeless young people with accommodation, health support and life skills in order to get them back into education, training and employment. We want to end youth homelessness by 2037, and together with our partners we support over 16,000 young people each year.
High Value Giving is an area of income growth for Centrepoint, with the Philanthropy team forming part of the Relationship Fundraising Department. The Senior Philanthropy Officer role plays a crucial part within the Philanthropy team, as the team look to build upon their recent successes and income trajectory.
Developing donor relationships, producing important cultivation resources and contributing to the creation of a robust donor pipeline will form key responsibilities for this role. This is an amazing time to be joining the team, as we embark on delivering our new strategy and exploring new philanthropic trends.
About You
The Senior Philanthropy Officer will report into the Philanthropy Manager. This role will steward its own major donor portfolio, managing gifts between £5,000 and £100,000, and project manage an element of the team strategy to help achieve the Philanthropy income target.
The post holder with work closely with other teams, particularly the mid-value team, within fundraising and the organisation more widely, to maximise income for Centrepoint.
This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop skills and experience in major donor fundraising, while being part of an energetic and passionate team. This role would suit an established relationship fundraiser seeking their next high value giving opportunity.
What you’ll be doing
As Senior Philanthropy Officer, you will play a key role in growing high-value income by developing relationships with major donors and building a strong pipeline of future supporters.
You will manage your own portfolio of major donors while also contributing to the wider philanthropy strategy.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing and stewarding a portfolio of major donors, developing tailored engagement and communication plans
- Growing income from existing donors and cultivating new major donor prospects
- Leading the Mid Value to Major Donor pathway, identifying and developing high-potential donors
- Project managing key elements of the philanthropy strategy to drive income growth
- Working with teams across the organisation to identify funding needs and develop compelling cases for support
- Producing major donor appeals, reports, newsletters and updates
- Maintaining accurate donor records and reporting on the CRM system
- Managing administrative and financial processes relating to donor income
- Representing the organisation at donor meetings, events and service visits
- Keeping up to date with philanthropy trends and sector developments
- Supporting wider fundraising events and activities
What we’d be looking for from you…
The ideal candidate will have:
- Proven experience in relationship fundraising, philanthropy, or relationship management
- Experience managing donor or client portfolios
- Strong project management and organisational skills
- The ability to write engaging communications for a high value audience
- Confidence building relationships with high-net-worth individuals
- Experience working collaboratively across teams
- A proactive, creative and results-focused approach to fundraising
- A strong commitment to the organisation’s values and mission.
Why join Centrepoint?
In return, you’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent training and development, and a host of staff benefits including:
- 25 days of annual leave per year, rising by one day per year to a maximum of 27 days
- Healthcare cash plan (Covers the costs of a wide range of medical treatment including dental, optical, complementary and alternative therapies).
- Private medical insurance
- Income protection
- Employer pension contributions of 5%
- Access to Cycle 2 Work loan scheme
- An interest-free travel loan
At Centrepoint we challenge the discrimination within society that contributes to youth homelessness, and we are just as committed to fairness and equality within Centrepoint itself. We are passionate about ensuring all of our colleagues are made to feel included in the work we do and that we value the rich diversity within the organization.
We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, belief in any religion and none, gender identity, ethnic origin, class, sexuality, nationality, appearance, unrelated criminal activities, disability, responsibility for dependents, part time or shift workers, being HIV positive or living with AIDS, lived experience of homelessness or using young people’s services and any other matter which causes a person to be treated with injustice.
Centrepoint’s policy is to recruit, employ and promote people on the basis of their suitability for the work to be performed, and to this end, our aim is to ensure that all applicants, employees and volunteers receive equal treatment.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join our team as Senior Philanthropy Manager click ‘Apply’ now!
About the role:
This is an exciting opportunity to join SHP’s fundraising team and play a key role in how we connect with and grow our community of supporters. As Supporter Engagement Officer, you will help build meaningful, long-term relationships with people who are passionate about ending homelessness in London, using digital fundraising and challenge events to bring that connection to life. From someone making their first donation to those who continue to give and champion our work, you will shape supporter journeys that feel personal, engaging and impactful.
You’ll take ownership of delivering creative, insight-led campaigns across the year, with a particular focus on challenge events and our annual Christmas appeal. Alongside this, you’ll use digital tools and data to understand what resonates with supporters, continuously improving how we communicate, grow income and strengthen loyalty. The role also offers the chance to get involved in wider projects, from developing new audiences to helping gather authentic content that reflects the real impact of our services, giving supporters a genuine connection to the change they are part of.
You’ll be joining a collaborative and ambitious team that isn’t afraid to do things differently. We value fresh thinking, honesty and a willingness to test and learn, and you’ll be supported to bring new ideas and approaches into your work as we continue to grow our fundraising offer and reach more people who want to stand alongside us.
Our hybrid working model means the role is currently 2 days per week at our Head Office in Kings Cross with the remaining 3 days from home. Specific days agreement will be discussed with the line manager.
About you:
- Experience delivering supporter engagement or fundraising activity, ideally across digital channels and challenge events, with a focus on building lasting relationships
- Confident using, or keen to learn, digital fundraising tools such as FundraiseUp, Mailchimp, JustGiving, Let’s Do This, Shopify or WordPress
- Able to use insight and data to shape campaigns, improve supporter journeys and increase engagement, income and retention
- Creative and proactive, with the confidence to try new ideas and contribute to a team that values innovation and doing things differently
- Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple campaigns and priorities while keeping supporters at the heart of your work
About us:
We’re London’s leading homelessness charity – and we get things done.
In a city where hundreds are forced into homelessness every day, our work has never been more needed or more challenging. And we’re not shying away. We’re rolling up our sleeves to make change and helping over 10,000 Londoners every year. We prevent homelessness, provide safe places to live and give people the opportunity to rebuild their lives and transform their futures. And we never give up.
We’re here for Londoners wherever they are on their journey. We start with trust, building relationships that help people feel safe, supported, and ready to move forward. Every day, we put people first in everything we do, challenging injustice and barriers that keep people from the safety, stability and opportunity they deserve. We stand alongside people as they rebuild and shape a future that feels their own.
Joining Single Homeless Project means joining a team that’s bold, compassionate and determined to do better for the people we support and for each other. You’ll work alongside colleagues with lived experience, in a space that’s trans-inclusive, disability-friendly, and actively striving to be anti-oppressive and equitable.
We’re not perfect, but we’re real. We listen. We learn. And we push forward, together. Because this isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to lead with empathy, spark change, and help build a London where no one is left behind.
Important info:
Closing date: Sunday 19th April at midnight
Interview date: Wednesday 29th and Thursday 30th April online via Microsoft Teams
Please note there will be a second round interview for suitable candidates
This post will require a basic DBS check to be processed (by SHP) for the successful applicant.
Please note applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions. Applications with insufficient right to work or requiring sponsorship will not be accepted for this role.
Preventing homelessness, transforming lives.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Partnerships and Philanthropy Manager will play a key role in driving income growth through philanthropy and strategic partnerships across Northern Ireland. Reporting to the Northern Ireland Director, with a dotted line to the UK Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships, this role will contribute to the delivery of an ambitious growth strategy. The post-holder will build and steward relationships with major donors, corporate partners, and philanthropic organisations to ensure alignment with national and regional objectives, and will lead the development of high-quality fundraising, cultivation and stewardship events that deepen engagement, grow income and strengthen long-term supporter relationships. They will also lead and support their direct report, ensuring a collaborative, high-performing fundraising team.
About You:
ESSENTIAL
- Proven experience securing high-value philanthropic gifts from trusts, foundations, major donors, and corporate partners.
- Strong relationship management, donor stewardship, and negotiation skills.
- Strategic and results-oriented approach, with a track record of meeting and exceeding fundraising targets.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Experience in team management and/or a clear, evidenced track record of driving or contributing to the success of high-performing teams.
- Strong analytical and reporting capabilities.
- Full driving license and access to a car
DESIRABLE
- Knowledge of the philanthropic and corporate funding landscape in Northern Ireland.
- Experience working in the non-profit or charity sector.
- Familiarity with CRM and donor management systems.
To view the full job description, please click on the link below to download the document.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:
Concern Worldwide encourages all qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, ethnicity and origin, disability, political beliefs, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or socio-economic status to apply to become a part of the organisation. Concern is against all forms of discrimination and unequal power relations, and is committed to promoting equality.
About us:
We are an international humanitarian organisation that strives for a world free from poverty, fear and oppression. We deliver life-saving and life-changing interventions to the world's poorest and most vulnerable people. From rapid emergency response to innovative development programming, we go to the hardest to reach places to make sure that no-one is left behind. With almost 4,500 staff of more than 50 nationalities, Concern operates in 24 of the world’s poorest countries, helping people to achieve major and long-lasting improvements in their lives.
Benefits
• 25 days’ annual leave, pro-rated for part-time employees.
• Office closure between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day
• Flexible hours and hybrid working
• Annual leave purchase scheme
• Enhanced parental leave pay
• Stakeholder pension
• Season ticket loan
• Cycle scheme
• Life assurance
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Details of our benefits could be found on our website.
Job Location: Belfast (Hybrid)
Concern UK operates a flexible hybrid working policy, which can be a mix of home and office working. However, due to the nature of this role, the post‑holder may be required to attend the Belfast office more frequently and travel to meet corporate partners, donors, and attend networking or external events.
Our Belfast office is located in an historic building in a lively area, close to the Ulster University Belfast campus, cafés, restaurants, shops, and excellent transport links. The building is full of character, blending historic charm with modern, flexible workspaces designed for collaboration and creativity.
Candidates must be legally entitled to work in the UK at the time of application.
Belfast: £46,140 to £51,267, based on full time hours (35 hours per week)
New employees will normally start at the minimum of the pay band, with scope for progression over time.
The successful post holder will be required to complete a criminal records self-declaration form and a Basic AccessNI check.
Having a criminal record will not necessarily debar you from working with Concern Worldwide. This will depend on the nature of the position, together with the circumstances and background of your offences.
Our mission is to permanently transform the lives of people living in extreme poverty, tackling its root causes and building resilience.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Role description:
We are excited to be seeking a talented and motivated individual to join Southampton Hospitals Charity as a Community & Events Fundraising Officer, to help develop and grow this key area by engaging supporters, building strong relationships within the community, and maximising income through creative and impactful fundraising activities.
This opportunity comes at an exciting time within the Charity as we look to grow our team and reach. The post holder will require a good knowledge of fundraising and considerable energy and enthusiasm that will inspire patients, visitors, hospital staff and the local community to choose Southampton Hospitals Charity as their preferred charity.
We are looking for an individual who is as passionate about fundraising as the work we do as a Charity to join our team. This role will be key, as we look to embed our ambitious new strategy to grow our income, reach and impact.
Key tasks and responsibilities
Community & Events
- Working with the Fundraising Manager to develop and implement strategies to support the growth from community fundraising activities.
- Acting as a key point of contact for community fundraisers, providing guidance, resources, and support to help them achieve their goals.
- Develop an annual calendar of participation events, including leading on the creation and delivery of marketing activity for these initiatives to maximise promotion, engagement and income.
- To work closely with the Hospital Engagement team within the Charity Hub to help ensure good cross stewardship, maximise hospital staff participating in events and being on-hand to meet with potential donors.
- Planning, organising and delivering fundraising events, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet income targets.
- Support with the recruiting, training and managing event volunteers to ensure successful delivery of events and show them a high standard of care and support to retain them.
- Cultivate and manage relationships with supporters, ensuring excellent stewardship and engagement.
- Identify and develop opportunities to grow the Charity’s supporter base (including working collaboratively with other teams to integrate community and event fundraising with other areas of the organisation).
- Representing the Chairty at external functions, events, giving talks and presentations as required.
- Work closely with the marketing team on the planning and delivery of marketing activity for all fundraising events and initiatives, taking responsibility for generating content, scheduling activity and driving audience engagement.
- Build a robust fundraising pipeline across community and events, monitoring and evaluating the success of fundraising activities, producing regular reports and data analysis.
- Setting and manage income and expenditure for all fundraising initiatives, ensuring cost-effectiveness and profitability.
- Keeping accurate records of donor interactions, income, and expenditure on the charity’s database (Beacon).
- Performing other duties as reasonably required within the role.
- To liaise and manage relationships with external suppliers such as 3rd party event organisers, event companies and venues.
Knowledge and experience
- Experience of increasing income through successful community events, corporate or volunteer fundraising programmes or equivalent transferable experience from another sector.
- A proven track record of delivering an excellent customer/supporter stewardship experience.
- Experience of managing multiple projects and budgets.
- Demonstrable experience using data insight and analysis to inform decision making.
- Excellent IT skills including using Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point as well as experience of administering and maintaining dedicated supporter databases.
- Knowledge of a Fundraising Database and knowledge of fundraising regulations.
Skills, abilities, and behaviours
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with the ability to motivate and influence people.
- Ability to build personal, meaningful relationships with colleagues, customers, supporters and donors.
- Ability to adapt quickly and be solutions focussed.
- Ability to prioritise and manage a demanding workload and work on several priorities at once.
- Ability to work as part of team and to use own initiative.
- Knowledge and experience of using a CRM database (Beacon).
- Excellent communication skills with an ability to prepare and deliver compelling presentations and engage with a wide range of audiences.
- Good written skills with the ability to communicate with different stakeholders.
- Self-driven and results orientated with a positive outlook and clear focus on supporters.
- Willingness to work hard and attend, where necessary commitments outside normal office hours.
- A Full UK driving license and access to a car.
We are a leading healthcare charity dedicated to enhancing patient care and experience at University Hospital Southampton
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Team: Brand & Marketing
Location: Remotely, UK only
Work pattern: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: Up to £33,994 per annum
Contract: Permanent
All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Marketing Campaigns Officer
- The Marketing Campaign Officer, with the support of the Marketing Campaign Manager, is responsible for the co-ordination and implementation of effective and ambitious multi-channel, brand and marketing/integrated campaigns to deliver against brand and marketing and organisational goals, shifting key brand metrics such as awareness, consideration and trust.
- This role also has responsibility for ensuring effective and consistent use of the Cats Protection brand.
About the Brand & Marketing department:
- We sit within the Marketing & Income Generation directorate
- Our team is responsible for supporting Cats Protection’s organisational goals through enabling vital income generation activity, delivery of consistent cat welfare messaging and driving brand awareness and engagement with key audiences
- We currently have a team of 27
What we’re looking for in our Marketing Campaigns Officer:
- Experience working collaboratively with both internal teams and external agencies and building effective working relationships to support campaign delivery.
- Experience supporting the delivery of complex marketing campaigns involving multiple teams, stakeholders and objectives
- Experience producing clear, engaging marketing campaign copy for a range of internal and external audiences across different channels.
- Experience working with both online and offline advertising to drive brand awareness and key performance metrics.
- Experience maintaining brand identity across communications and campaigns and working within brand guidelines.
- Experience in monitoring, analysing and reporting on campaign performance
- Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast moving and complex environment
What we can offer you:
- Range of health benefits
- 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
- Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
- and much more, which you can learn about
Interested? Here’s how to apply:
Application closing date: 13th April 2026
Virtual interview date: 23rd April 2026
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
1. Anonymised application form
2. Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams
3. Final stage interview including a presentation
Only applications submitted via our standard recruitment process will be considered, we do not accept applications emailed directly
Please email us if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
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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!
Mission Without Borders (MWB) is a Christian charity supporting over 10,000 children and 2,000 families living in poverty across Eastern Europe. As we embark on an ambitious new 5‑year strategy, we’re investing in the growth of our UK team and we’re looking for a creative, proactive Marketing & Communications Officer to help expand our reach, raise awareness, and inspire supporters across the UK.
In this exciting new role, you’ll shape and deliver our marketing and communications strategy across both digital and traditional channels. From running targeted digital campaigns and enhancing our online presence to crafting compelling stories and to building relationships with Christian media and, you'll play a key part in growing awareness, engagement and income.
We’re seeking someone with strong digital marketing experience, excellent storytelling and relationship building skills, with an understanding of the UK Christian landscape. If you’re passionate about using your skills to make a real impact, and to help bring hope for vulnerable children and families across Eastern Europe, we’d love to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Our dynamic, creative External Relations Team truly punches above it's weight when it comes to fundraising, events and communications. The External Engagement Officer will provide vital administrative and operational support across fundraising, events, and communications, such as event logistics, copywriting content, preparing social media posts.
We are excited for you to join us and make a meaningful contribution to our high-performing team.
Fundraising and Data Support
- Managing Contacts: Ensuring that up-to-date records are kept throughout our CRM (Salesforce)
- Financial Processing: Responsible for adding weekly bank donations onto Salesforce and working with the Finance Team to reconciling income and assist with gift processing
- Supporter Care: Lead on thanking supporters, specifically managing emails and cards
- Legacy Administration: Assist with the administration of legacy giving, including thanking donors for pledges and gifts.
- Prospect Research: Support the Fundraising Manager in carrying out research into potential prospects and networks to help expand the Trust's reach.
Events - Logistics and Administration
- Guest Management: Support event logistics by using our CRM to manage all aspects of our events including guest lists, RSVPs, and creating name badges for attendees
- Box Office Function: Act as a point of contact for event booking enquiries and assist with seating plans
- On-site Support and post-event coordination
Communications and Digital Engagement
- Inbox Management ensuring timely and professional responses
- Social Media: Assist with digital engagement by managing DMs, replying to comments, and creating content.
- Print Advertising: Manage the logistics of print advertising
General / Team Support
- Inventory Management: Maintain an organized inventory of fundraising and event materials, such as banners, stationery, and merchandise
- Team Collaboration: Provide general administrative support to the ER team and contribute creative ideas for improving supporter care and donor engagement
This is an excellent opportunity to develop a broad range of skills and experience across comms, fundraising, events, marketing and press within a busy team. If you are a motivated individual who has some experience of working in communications or fundraising and can provide reliable, proactive support for our fundraising and communications activities who is also excited to lead on their own projects, we would love to hear from you.
We are looking for a candidate who is highly organized, technologically adept and curious, with a ‘can-do’ attitude who shares our commitment to supporting the clergy community.
Clergy Support Trust is the largest charity focused on the wellbeing of Anglican clergy and their families.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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Are you a brilliant communicator who loves writing copy and supporting donors? Join a passionate team working to end education inequality through the power of Classics.
We're looking for a Fundraising and Communications Officer to create and distribute newsletters and emails and be the first port of call for new and existing donors. You will enjoy collating case studies and reports, learning about our impact in schools and ensuring that donors and funders have a positive and meaningful relationship with Classics for All. You’ll play a vital role in enabling our programmes to reach schools and students across the UK. This is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of a small, friendly team making a big impact.
Diversity and inclusion
As a social mobility charity, being inclusive is a fundamental value of Classics for All. We welcome applications from all eligible people and are particularly keen to receive applications from those who are from communities that are less represented within the Classics community, such as those from minoritised ethnic backgrounds and those with disabilities.
It does not matter if Classics was offered at your own school, and you do not need to be a Classicist to join our team – there are no Latin tests!
We want a future where every child can unlock the wisdom, wonder, and imagination of the ancient world, regardless of background or circumstance.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join a Charity Making a Real Difference – Become Our Next Donations and Data Officer!
Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about supporting a great cause? Nottingham Hospitals Charity is seeking a Donations and Data Officer to play a pivotal role in managing the donations that help transform care for patients and staff across Nottingham’s hospitals.
In this essential administrative role, you’ll support both the Fundraising and Finance teams by accurately processing donations, maintaining our supporter database, and helping us deliver outstanding donor care. Your work will directly support life-changing projects across Nottingham’s NHS hospitals - whether funding cutting-edge equipment, enhancing staff wellbeing, or creating welcoming environments for patients and families.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic and supportive team, where your contribution will be valued and your skills developed.
What you’ll be doing:
- Accurately recording and managing donations
- Helping us maximise income through Gift Aid
- Playing a key role in donor data, finance integration, and stewardship
- Providing customer service to donors and supporters
- Supporting fundraising campaigns and appeals
What we’re looking for:
- Excellent attention to detail and strong administrative skills
- Experience with databases (preferably CRM systems)
- A proactive and team-oriented approach
- Strong communication skills and a passion for great service
- Commitment to data accuracy, GDPR, and charity best practices
Why join us?
At Nottingham Hospitals Charity, you’ll be part of a close-knit team making a real impact every day. You’ll enjoy a collaborative environment, opportunities for development, and the satisfaction of knowing your work supports thousands of NHS staff and patients across Nottinghamshire.
For full details on the role, and how to apply, please see our job description.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Purpose of the job
As Major Donor Manager, you will support the delivery of UK Youth's major donor programme, cultivating high-value, long-term relationships with high-net-worth (HNW) individuals in support of UK Youth's mission and vision. You will build and manage a pipeline of major donors and prospects, working towards income targets that grow year on year, and play a critical role in securing unrestricted funding, programme funding and transformational capital investment.
This role requires a strategic, relationship-led approach and a deep understanding of major gift fundraising. You will work closely with senior leadership to ensure credibility, effective stewardship and meaningful donor engagement. The Major Donor programme prioritises depth of relationship and long-term value over short-term income targets, and you will be instrumental in embedding this culture across the organisation.
The role sits within the strongly performing and highly motivated Fundraising department, including events, corporate, trust and foundation fundraising.
Why work at UK Youth?
Every young person deserves a youth worker. UK Youth exists to make that a reality. As the UK’s infrastructure body for youth work, we support a network of thousands of youth organisations to improve young lives every day. At the same time, we are transforming the policies, investment, and ideas needed to future-proof youth work for generations to come.
UK Youth exists to widen the reach and deepen the impact of youth work and outdoor learning. By joining UK Youth, you can help create a society that backs young people – through each spark, struggle and success.
Key responsibilities
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Major Donor Fundraising and Pipeline Development
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Cultivation, Stewardship and Events
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Capital Appeal Support – Avon Tyrrell
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Communications and Engagement
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Strategy and Performance
Experience we're after
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Proven experience in major donor fundraising, with a track record of cultivating and securing five or six figure gifts from HNW individuals.
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Experience of building and managing a major donor pipeline from prospect identification through to solicitation and stewardship.
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Experience of senior stakeholder management, including working with CEOs, trustees and senior volunteers.
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Experience of managing a diverse workload with multiple deadlines, stakeholders and deliverables.
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Experience of thinking strategically and developing compelling fundraising propositions aligned to organisational priorities.
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Experience of delivering cultivation and stewardship events for major donors.
What we can offer you
We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance, excellent learning and development opportunities and vibrant organisational culture:
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Flexible/Agile Working
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27 days annual leave (24 days + 3 days winter closure) plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees)
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Funded training provided in; Safeguarding, GDPR, Information and Cyber Security & Equality & Diversity
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Other training available in support of your personal and professional development
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Pension scheme (currently UK Youth match employee contributions up to 5%)
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Membership of our life insurance scheme which would pay-out up to 4 times your salary
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Employee Assistance Programme to support employees both professionally and personally
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20% discount off bookings at Avon Tyrrell, our New Forest Outdoor Centre, including camping, lodges and outdoor activities.
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IT equipment provided for the duration of contract
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CycleScheme and TechScheme
How to apply
If you would like to be considered for this fantastic opportunity, please complete an application via our completely anonymised recruitment system provided by Applied which looks to create a fair and unbiased application process for all. Scroll to the top of the page and start your application.
Closing date: 14th April 2026 at 23:59 (midnight)
Provisional Interview Dates: w/c 27th April 2026
As this role involves working in a regulated environment with young people, any offer will be conditional to satisfactory background checks, which include criminal record check and employment reference.
UK Youth is a leading charity with a vision that all young people are equipped to thrive and empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives.
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!
African Revival is a small, passionate charity based in Surrey. For more than 20 years we have been dedicated to building schools and improving access to education for children in some of the most disadvantaged communities in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Our vision is an Africa where every child has equal access to quality education, as we believe education is the key to overcoming poverty. Since 2005, we have worked with over 300 primary and nursery schools in Uganda, South Sudan and (until recently) Zambia, to allow over 120,000 children to fulfil their potential. We don’t just provide infrastructure; we empower whole communities — pupils, teachers, and parents — to transform schools into thriving learning environments that build brighter, better futures.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Executive Director to lead and grow African Revival. This is an opportunity for a hands-on charity leader to strengthen our operations and governance, build sustainable income through fundraising and partnerships, and help expand our impact for children and communities.
Key responsibilities
- Governance & operations: ensure statutory and other reporting requirements are met in the UK and overseas; establish and maintain appropriate policies and procedures; manage day-to-day organisational administration; coordinate and attend Board and committee meetings and prepare papers.
- Leadership & stakeholder management: build and maintain close working relationships with UK and in-country staff, volunteers, trustees, donors and partners; champion a positive, inclusive culture. Help shape the charity’s strategic growth and long-term sustainability
- Finance oversight: uphold rigorous financial controls in partnership with the Finance Manager; support budgeting and forecasting (e.g., cashflow, movement in funds, in-country budgets); approve expenditure and monitor budget versus actuals, keeping the Treasurer and trustees appropriately informed.
- Fundraising & external relations: lead the coordination and delivery of key fundraising activity (including major events such as our annual Ball and Golf Day); research and submit applications to trusts and foundations; act as a public representative and ambassador for African Revival.
- Programme support & impact: work with UK and in-country teams to identify priorities, design and cost activities, and monitor progress and impact; strengthen monitoring, evaluation and learning so we can evidence outcomes and continuously improve.
- Communications: oversee communications and reporting to donors and stakeholders, and support an engaging online presence across our website and social channels.
About you
Essential
- Senior leadership experience (in a charity, social enterprise, or non-profit organisation preferred but not essential).
- Proven ability to build and deliver fundraising activity (events, trusts & foundations, major donors and/or corporate partnerships).
- Strong operational and governance capability, including working effectively with a Board of Trustees.
- Sound financial oversight skills, with the ability to understand budgets, forecasts and financial controls.
- Excellent communication skills—able to represent African Revival credibly with donors, partners and stakeholders.
- Highly organised, hands-on and comfortable working in a small team with competing priorities.
- Commitment to safeguarding and to creating an inclusive, respectful working environment.
Desirable
- Experience in international development and/or working with partners in Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Experience strengthening monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL/MEAL) and using impact evidence to improve programmes.
- Confidence using digital tools (including CRM, Microsoft 365 and social media) and interest in using AI responsibly to improve productivity.
- Willingness to undertake occasional overseas travel for monitoring and donor engagement.
This role offers the chance to play a leading part in creating educational opportunities for children who need them most—working with a committed Board, a dedicated UK team and experienced in-country colleagues.
African Revival is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. Appointment will be subject to appropriate pre-employment checks. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to equal opportunities. Applicants must be resident and have Right to Work in the UK.
Our mission is to transform schools in sub-Saharan Africa into effective and thriving teaching and learning environments.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
1. Role Purpose
A key element of Trussell’s high value income is from individual donors and Trusts, who support our work and mission. The Philanthropy Officer is accountable for managing a caseload of trusts and major donors who are giving up to £10k annually, stewarding them effectively to help secure income to fund Trussell’s work.
The Philanthropy Officer is responsible for developing appropriate engagement and stewardship journeys for this group of donors, with the aim of retaining and increasing financial support for Trussell.
This role is part of the Together with Trussell programme, the goal of which is to build stronger connections with our supporters, partners and donors in order to increase funding, campaigning, and other forms of support for our work.
2. Key Responsibilities
1. Steward a caseload of major donors and trusts
Manage a caseload of c.150 major donors and c.600 trusts (c. £5k-£10k per annum giving levels). Effectively steward a cohort of donors and Trusts who support Trussell’s work and mission to ensure that Donors and Trusts are updated, understand the impact of their support, loyalty is strengthened and income secured.
2. Deliver high‑quality stewardship communications
Produce personalised thank‑yous, updates, impact reports, and tailored asks, and developing some one-to-one relationships to ensure donors and Trusts receive timely, meaningful engagement that demonstrates the impact of their support and inspires them to continue giving.
3. Develop and submit funding applications
Prepare and submit bespoke applications to trusts when required, in order to secure additional income through compelling funding applications. Opportunities to secure income and cultivate relationships are maximised.
4. Maintain accurate supporter records
Maintain accurate records on our database; facilitating accurate data management and effective stewardship. Delivering analysis, forecasting and segmentation for mailings, to enable compliant, insight‑led fundraising activity.
5. Design and manage supporter journeys
Context: Work collaboratively across the team to design and manage supporter journeys for Major Donor and Trusts which enhance the consistency and quality of engagements, building stronger donor experience and improved engagement.
6. Provide administrative and team support
Context: Support the team with administrative tasks, when required to ensure smooth operations and timely delivery of team projects and tasks, supporting efficient team delivery and coordination.
3. Person Specification
Core Knowledge:
- Understanding of major donor and/or trust fundraising principles.
- Knowledge of GDPR and fundraising‑related data protection.
- Knowledge of CRM systems and data management.
Essential Skills:
- Excellent written communication.
- Strong verbal communication.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet conflicting deadlines.
- Ability to distil complex information into compelling and succinct communication.
- Accurate data handling.
- Collaborative and proactive approach.
Key Experience:
- Experience in high‑value fundraising or transferable experience.
- Experience using CRM databases.
- Demonstrable relationship‑building experience.
4. Stakeholders
Internal: Line Manager, Philanthropy Manager (Trusts), Supporter Care, Comms & Marketing, High Value Team.
External: Major Donors, Trusts, Donor Research Consultant, Suppliers.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are World Horse Welfare. For almost 100 years, we’ve been inspiring people to put the horse at the centre of how we think, act and care for them – in the UK and across the globe. We’ll always be there, committed to improving welfare, whatever it takes. Because every horse matters.
We are looking for a creative, enthusiastic and dynamic fundraiser to join our ambitious Individual Giving team as World Horse Welfare approaches its centenary anniversary. Operating across multiple, dynamic income streams and both offline and online channels, this is a chance to join a high performing team and become a key player who will help fuel our revenue generating efforts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver multi‑channel fundraising campaigns from concept to evaluation.
- Create engaging supporter communications and sourcing compelling content across the charity.
- Use data insights to monitor campaign performance to guide future activity.
- Support income generation through effective online shop management.
- Help prepare for and attend events as an engaged and informed representative of the charity.
- Work collaboratively with teams and external suppliers to ensure timely, cost‑effective, supporter‑centred delivery.
About you:
This is a role for someone who thrives on variety, is confident across multiple digital platforms and brings creativity and assurance to managing projects. You’ll be a team player who is trusted to contribute and learn quickly, and you’ll have a proven ability to grow income and deliver successful campaigns. With strong copywriting skills grounded in SEO best practice, you’ll use data to guide decisions, analyse trends and leverage social media to support fundraising. You may be required to attend events around the UK, so the ability to travel occasionally is necessary.
What we offer:
- Generous pension scheme and cash health plan.
- Paid employee sickness absence scheme and compassionate leave.
- Death in service benefit of 4x annual salary.
- Minimum of 31 days holiday pro rata (including bank holidays and a Christmas shutdown).
World Horse Welfare takes great pride in being realistic, compassionate and forward-thinking and the successful applicant for any of our vacancies will be expected to share these values.
World Horse Welfare is committed to championing equality and diversity in all aspects of employment and in the services that it provides. We encourage applications for all of our vacancies from under-represented groups, particularly ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQ+, and people with disabilities.
Closing date: Sunday 12th of April 2026
World Horse Welfare’s vision is a world where every horse is treated with respect, compassion and understanding.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Trusts and Foundations (T&F) Officer is an integral part of the Philanthropy team, managing relationships with high value supporters. They are responsible for a portfolio of approximately 40-50 Trusts and Foundations donors, primarily giving between £25k-£100k, but also with the potential to include those giving below and above that level, to support with team capacity and best stewardship. The Trusts and Foundations (T&F) Officer will build strong and strategic relationships with donors, ensuring continued support of MSF.
They are also responsible for seeking and securing new funding from prospective trusts and foundations at the £25k-£100k level. Their overall focus is on delivering stable, new and increased income for MSF's work, and feeding into the Philanthropy team strategy around the retention and acquisition of new trust donors.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
For over 30 years, we’ve pioneered the use of beekeeping as a sustainable development tool, helping communities across Africa escape poverty while protecting biodiversity. Now we’re ready to scale our impact significantly — growing from £900K to £1.4M income within three years and expanding to new locations using our proven model.
The Opportunity:
This is a rare chance to lead a mission-driven organisation with huge potential. You’ll work with influential patrons including The Queen, Monty Don, Martha Kearney, Kate Humble, and Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, all ready to actively support our ambitious goals. You’ll manage a talented team of seven and work alongside seven committed trustees.
What we’re looking for:
We need a leader who
- Is genuinely passionate about environmental sustainability and poverty alleviation
- Can develop and execute ambitious fundraising strategies, including corporate partnerships and major donor relationships
- Brings financial acumen and strategic planning experience
- Enjoys managing and developing people—our small team is excellent and is keen to welcome great leadership
- Thrives on networking and relationship-building, actively seeking opportunities
- Is comfortable being the external face of the organisation with donors, corporates, and partners
- Has senior leadership experience (ideally in the third sector, though we welcome strong leaders from any sector)
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead strategic planning and organisational growth in partnership with the Board
- Act as chief fundraiser and spokesperson, personally engaging with high-level donors
- Develop corporate partnerships and ESG opportunities
- Manage and inspire our team of seven, fostering a culture of excellence
- Oversee a ~£1M+ budget and ensure strong financial management
- Deepen relationships with international partners in Ethiopia, Ghana, Uganda and beyond
- Build BfD’s profile and brand visibility
What we offer:
- Salary of £65,000-£70,000 (negotiable based on experience)
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension (flexible package)
- Hybrid working possible with minimum 3 days in our Monmouth office (important for team collaboration and partner engagement)
- The chance to lead a respected organisation through an exciting growth phase
- Opportunity to make a real difference to communities and biodiversity worldwide
Timeline:
Application deadline: 13th April 2026
Bees for Development is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace.
For over 30 years, we’ve pioneered the use of beekeeping as a sustainable development tool, helping communities across Africa escape poverty.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.