Employer supported volunteering manager jobs in leeds, west yorkshire
CIEH is looking for a Membership Manager to help us take our membership offer to the next level. You’ll be responsible for driving growth, improving engagement, and ensuring our members feel valued and supported throughout their careers.
In this role you’ll lead on delivering CIEH’s membership strategy, manage our membership budget of over £1m income and ensure that data and insights are used to inform decisions and improve the experience of our members.
If you’re experienced in membership management and are ready to lead, innovate and make a difference, we want to hear from you!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Corporate Partnerships Development Manager FT £40,000 remote
Are you passionate about building meaningful partnerships that transform girls' lives? We're looking for a strategic and energetic Corporate Partnerships Development Manager to grow our corporate income at GFS. You'll develop existing and secure new long-term, values-aligned partnerships, lead on employee fundraising and challenge events, and shape our annual fundraising campaigns including International Day of the Girl and International Women's Day.
About Girls Friendly Society
Established in 1875, GFS is one of the oldest UK registered charities working to support girls and young women. We believe in challenging gender inequality by empowering girls and young women. We achieve this by providing groups and opportunities for girls and young women to build friendships, gain confidence, and learn that they are unstoppable. We deliver a programme of activities designed to develop socio-emotional skills such as confidence, self-esteem, emotional wellbeing, and resilience, and recruit and train women volunteers to run those activities in a space designed for girls and young women. We prioritise working in areas of disadvantage.
Why Join Us?
At GFS, we believe in creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where our team can thrive. As part of our organisation, you'll enjoy:
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Remote working with annual in-person opportunities to connect with colleagues 25 days annual leave (pro rata), plus bank holidays
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Long service leave after two years
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GFS Pension Scheme with 7.5% employer contribution
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We embrace flexible working and support our employees to work in ways that suit their individual circumstances and responsibilities.
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24-hour access to Employee Assistance Programme
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Season ticket loan
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Annual EDI Learning Days
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Study time and personal training budget to support your professional development
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
GFS is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from marginalised communities including Black, Asian and minoritised ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ individuals, disabled people, and those from underrepresented groups.
As part of our commitment to equitable recruitment, we guarantee interviews for candidates from marginalised communities who meet the essential criteria for the role. We are also committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace. If you require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure an accessible and inclusive process.
Key Dates
· Closing date: Noon, Tuesday 11th November 2025
· First Stage Interviews: Tuesday 25th &Thursday 27th November 2025
· Second Stage Interviews: Wednesday 10th December 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
People and Training Manager Part-time 21 hours (£45,500 pro rata) remote
Are you passionate about building feminist, people-centred workplaces? We're looking for a compassionate and organised People and Training Manager to lead our internal HR function at GFS. You'll manage day-to-day HR operations, coordinate recruitment and training, and act as the key point of contact for our outsourced HR partner.At GFS, we believe in creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where our team can thrive.
About Girls Friendly Society
Established in 1875, GFS is one of the oldest UK registered charities working to support girls and young women. We believe in challenging gender inequality by empowering girls and young women. We achieve this by providing groups and opportunities for girls and young women to build friendships, gain confidence, and learn that they are unstoppable. We deliver a programme of activities designed to develop socio-emotional skills such as confidence, self-esteem, emotional wellbeing, and resilience, and recruit and train women volunteers to run those activities in a space designed for girls and young women. We prioritise working in areas of disadvantage.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
GFS is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from marginalised communities including Black, Asian and minoritised ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ individuals, disabled people, and those from underrepresented groups.
As part of our commitment to equitable recruitment, we guarantee interviews for candidates from marginalised communities who meet the essential criteria for the role. We are also committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace. If you require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure an accessible and inclusive process.
Why Join Us?
As part of our organisation, you'll enjoy:
- Remote working with annual in-person opportunities to connect with colleagues 25 days annual leave (pro rata), plus bank holidays
- Long service leave after two years
- GFS Pension Scheme with 7.5% employer contribution
- We embrace flexible working and support our employees to work in ways that suit their individual circumstances and responsibilities
- 24-hour access to Employee Assistance Programme
- Season ticket loan
- Annual EDI Learning Days
- Study time and personal training budget nto support your professional development
Key Dates
- Closing date: Noon, Monday 17th November 2025
- Informal Q&A (optional): 3pm on Tuesday 11th November 2025
- Interviews: Tuesday 2nd and Wednesday 3rd December 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Trust and Foundations Manager £38,250 Full time remote
Are you passionate about securing funding that transforms girls' lives? We're looking for a strategic and organised Trusts and Foundations Manager to maintain and expand our trusts and foundations portfolio at GFS. You'll lead the full fundraising lifecycle from prospect research and compelling application writing to grant management, reporting and stewardship, while embedding our fundraising strategy and building values-aligned partnerships.
About Girls Friendly Society
Established in 1875, GFS is one of the oldest UK registered charities working to support girls and young women. We believe in challenging gender inequality by empowering girls and young women. We achieve this by providing groups and opportunities for girls and young women to build friendships, gain confidence, and learn that they are unstoppable. We deliver a programme of activities designed to develop socio-emotional skills such as confidence, self-esteem, emotional wellbeing, and resilience, and recruit and train women volunteers to run those activities in a space designed for girls and young women. We prioritise working in areas of disadvantage.
Why Join Us?
At GFS, we believe in creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where our team can thrive. As part of our organisation, you'll enjoy:
- Remote working with annual in-person opportunities to connect with colleagues
- 25 days annual leave (pro rata), plus bank holidays
- Long service leave after two years
- GFS Pension Scheme with 7.5% employer contribution
- We embrace flexible working and support our employees to work in ways that suit their individual circumstances and responsibilities.
- 24-hour access to Employee Assistance Programme
- Annual EDI Learning Days
- Study time and personal training budget to support your professional development
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
GFS is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from marginalised communities including Black, Asian and minoritised ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ individuals, disabled people, and those from underrepresented groups.
As part of our commitment to equitable recruitment, we guarantee interviews for candidates from marginalised communities who meet the essential criteria for the role. We are also committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace. If you require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure an accessible and inclusive process.
Key Dates
- Closing date: Noon, Tuesday 4th November 2025
- First Stage Interviews: Tuesday 18th and Wednesday 19th November 2025
- Second Stage Interviews: Wednesday 26th November 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you interested in meeting people and building relationships with supporters? As a Community and Events Fundraiser for MyVision Oxfordshire, you will play an integral part of the fundraising team, leading on our work with supporters in the community and supporting the team to fulfil its income targets.
MyVision Oxfordshire is a long-established charity supporting anyone in the county living with sight loss. We provide a range of services across Oxfordshire including information and advice, equipment provision, technology training, befriending, clubs and groups, children's events and much more.
This is a key role to develop and implement strategies to raise funds through community engagement and events. You will work with our fundraising team to identify opportunities, build relationships, and execute fundraising initiatives that support MyVision Oxfordshire’s objective of supporting visually impaired people in the county.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Initiatives and Partnerships Manager plays a key role in the Trust’s Initiatives and Partnerships Team. The post holder will support the development and implementation of the Trust’s projects, manage team members and on occasion support external and partnership projects. Our work is varied, ranging from early-stage feasibility planning, partnership development, fundraising, business planning and design development, as well as supporting our conservation team who lead construction phase oversight.
This role builds on the successes of the Trust’s longstanding Regeneration programme, which has undertaken pioneering Regeneration projects addressing some of our most pressing conservation needs, as well as developing new operating models for some of the churches in our care. The job will support our regional teams in developing and implementing projects to deliver a range of conservation, social and regeneration benefits; with the balance of each responding to local need, demand and opportunity.
In addition, it encompasses the work undertaken to develop new commercial income opportunities. Examples are our groundbreaking Champing™ initiative, as well as others such as filming, and other commercial partnerships.
We have recently published our TRUST values, which outline the behaviours and expectations that act as our foundations at CCT. We have attached the pack, outlining each value, which we will also be using as part of our shortlisting and interview process to find the right candidates that align with our values.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us
We are the national body for careers education in England, delivering support to schools and colleges to deliver modern, 21st century careers education.
The Careers & Enterprise Company is a great place to work. We operate within a fast-paced and collaborative environment. We are brought together by one thing: our passion to ensure young people get the best possible start in life and are supported to find their best next step.
Our organisation has a privileged opportunity to make a difference to the lives of millions of young people, helping to inspire and prepare them for the fast-changing world of work, and we want you to help us make it happen.
Do you want to be part of a mission-driven team focused on transforming young people’s lives? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
About the role
The Careers & Enterprise Company (CEC) is looking for a Senior Manager - Network to support our mission to help every young person find their best next step. You will ensure consistent high-quality delivery and support for all Careers Hubs across the country.
You will play a key role in delivering CEC’s current and future ambitions through our network of Careers Hubs, including the government’s ambition for a new work experience guarantee to ensure that all pupils participate in 2 weeks’ worth of work experience by the time they leave year 11. Careers Hubs will be a key coordinating and delivery mechanism for this guarantee.
You will balance national intent with local priorities, ensuring national government agenda is delivered upon through the lens of place and devolution. You will work closely with senior stakeholders across Strategic and Local Authorities who we partner with in the delivery of careers education through Careers Hubs.
Reporting to the Associate Head of Network Development, with a team of 8 Area Managers, you will provide a central point of accountability, senior stakeholder management and operational support to Area Managers.
You will contribute as a member of the senior management team of Network and Employers and the wider organisation. Contributing towards the strategy and operational delivery and leading/co-leading on cross Network and Employer and cross-company projects.
This role suits someone who can lead the delivery of a large-scale national programme and is a natural relationship builder. You will thrive on delivering change management and be comfortable working through ambiguity to secure lasting impact. The role will require travel across the country.
To apply, please visit our website via the apply button, complete the application form and cover letter and upload an anonymised version of your CV.
Please describe the following in your cover letter:
- How do you meet the experience, skills and competency criteria detailed in the job profile?
- What do you consider the biggest risk and opportunities to careers education?
- Why would you like to work for Careers and Enterprise Company?
- Right to Work
Closing date: 7th November 2025 (Midnight)
It is our policy to review all applications within two weeks from the closing date. If you do not hear from us within three weeks following the closing date, then your application has unfortunately not been successful on this occasion. We are unable to provide feedback to candidates who have not been shortlisted and attended an interview.
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Volunteers are at the heart of our mission
In 2024, our incredible network of 800 volunteers supported over 73,000 young people through Insight Talks, Skills Workshops, and Networking Events, showing them what's possible for their futures and building the skills and connections they need to get there.
Our dedicated Programme Team provides personalised support and feedback to every volunteer, ensuring they're equipped to make a real difference in young people's lives. This tailored approach has been key to our growth and impact – and means every volunteer feels genuinely valued.
We're a fast-growing charity working to reach every 14-19-year-old across the UK. Thanks to generous funding from partners including Google .org and the Moondance Foundation, we’re now excited to appoint our first Volunteer Manager – a pivotal role in scaling our volunteer base and deepening its impact.
The Volunteer Manager will lead efforts to further grow and diversify our volunteer base, ensuring consistent quality across sessions and fostering a vibrant, connected volunteer community. They will work closely with colleagues across England and Wales, with ambitious targets around attraction and retention.
Key priorities will include:
- Developing strategic partnerships alongside me and our Partnerships Manager
- Understanding the diverse backgrounds and career journeys of our volunteers
- Owning the volunteer experience from first contact onwards and training colleagues to deliver best practice support, ensuring volunteers feel well-prepared, informed about their impact, and inspired to stay involved
As this is a brand-new role, there’s plenty of scope to shape and innovate. It’s a fantastic opportunity for someone with excellent communication skills and a passion for volunteering.
Our team works remotely across England and Wales, with regular in-person meet-ups. We set high standards, support one another, and share a deep commitment to driving positive change. If this sounds like the kind of environment you’d enjoy, we’d love to hear from you.
Sue Maskrey
Chief Executive
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This role requires someone proactive, organised and adaptable, who can balance strategic fundraising with hands-on operational delivery.
The Fundraising and Operations Manager will:
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Work closely with the Executive Director on income generation and partnership development, working closely with colleagues across the Coalition.
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Support the operational delivery of the Coalition Secretariat, including financial administration, project management, and systems oversight
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Ensure that strong processes and compliance are in place, enabling the team to deliver impact and meet funder requirements.
For the full job description and information on the pay package, benefits and more, please click on the Applied link.
The Climate Coalition is the UK's largest group of people dedicated to action against climate change.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
This is your opportunity to make a difference to everyone affected by womb cancer - now and in the future. Your work with Peaches could save lives.
Peaches Womb Cancer Trust is looking for an experienced Marketing and Communications Manager who is passionate about developing accessible and relevant assets that reach all current and future stakeholders of our charity. This is a hands-on, creative role that would suit someone passionate about social media, marketing, and making a difference in the lives of others.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with prior experience in marketing and communications to enhance their skills in the charity sector and help raise awareness of womb cancer, and Peaches, with all audiences within a brilliant organisation!
You will undertake a wide range of marketing and communications activities and have an opportunity to inform our direction of travel. The role is part time, working remotely with a requirement to attend regular team meetings in the Greater Manchester area.
It is crucial that anyone at risk of, living with and living beyond womb cancer has a clear understanding of Peaches’ mission, vision and support. In this role, you will develop our marketing and communications strategy; planning and implementing tailored activity. You will be responsible for growing the online presence of Peaches Womb Cancer Trust and deepening engagement with stakeholders, ensuring our message reaches the right audiences in the most effective ways. You will also have prime responsibility for managing our social media channels, creating digital content and campaigns that raise awareness, promote fundraising and share the stories of those we support.
You will work closely with our Clinical Nurse Specialist and Operations Executive and will be responsible for ensuring that we have the assets and materials we need to achieve maximum sustainable impact for the charity. You will work within our branding guidelines and budget to build upon our previous assets and materials, increasing engagement across all platforms including the media. You will also work with national and international partners on joint campaigns, press releases and events. This is a varied and exciting role. There’s never a dull moment at Peaches!
Please use your covering letter as a skills, knowledge and experience supporting statement. This is a key part of the application process that allows you to provide evidence of your skills, knowledge and experience that are relevant to the role. We will use this evidence in our shortlisting process, so it is important that you demonstrate clearly how you meet each requirement. No assumptions will be made about your achievements and abilities.
Please choose examples of experience that clearly demonstrate what we are looking for and give a succinct account of what you did, how you did it and the outcome or result of your actions.
Please provide recent examples wherever possible.
At Peaches Womb Cancer Trust, our aim is to preserve the health and improve the experience of those with, or at risk of, womb cancer.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Employer Engagement Worker
30 hour post
Pay rate: £26,802 (FTE/37hours)
12 months fixed term with potential for extension
Location: Bradford
Closing date: Sunday 26th October 2025
Previous applications need not to re-apply.
Unpaid Carers in England and Wales alone contribute around £162bn to the economy through their role as unpaid carers. They look after a loved one who needs care, without doing this as a paid job, and devote many hours of their time every week to the person they care for.
If you understand how crucial unpaid carers are to the community and are able to articulate their case to engage employers to support them in work - this is the job for you.
We are looking for a confident, passionate, articulate person who can communicate in a clear and compelling way to engage Bradford employers in:
- Identifying carers within their workforce so that they can support the valuable role they play in society
- Encouraging carers to work for them as their needs will be understood
- Encouraging other employers to join a consortium of like-minded employers across Bradford to become ‘Carer Confident Employers’
If you think you have the skills necessary to do this role we would welcome hearing from you.
In turn we will support you by helping with desk top research to engage with employers we had historical relationships with and with introductions to external partner organisations who will actively work with you to support this role and this agenda.
Please email your CV and a covering letter stating why you think you are perfect for this role.
Carers’ Resource exists to support unpaid carers. We provide information, advice & support to carers, to the people they care for and professionals.

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Young Lives Consortium are recruiting a Business Operations Manager
Location: Based at Lightwaves Leisure Centre, Wakefield WF1 3LJ
Hours: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, core hours of the day are open to negotiation.
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Pay Band D £30,976 - £34,055 pa Commencing pro-rata salary will be £25,116 to £27,612 pa.
Application deadline: 20th October 2025
Are you eager to participate in supporting Voluntary, Community Sector organisations in Wakefield District promoting positive outcomes for children, young people, and families in Wakefield District?
Young Lives Consortium seeks a Business Operations Manager to spearhead the back-office functions and provide essential support to the Chief Executive Officer. As a key member of the Management Team, you will play a crucial role in enhancing business processes, maximising efficiency to support Young Lives Consortium’s development.
In this rewarding position, you will be tasked with managing the business’s day-to-day operations, overseeing financial management, and ensuring operational excellence across all support functions.
If you are a results-orientated professional with a passion for making a difference and possess strong organisational, communication, team, and leadership skills, this role could be a perfect fit for you.
With a focus on fostering a positive work environment and promoting growth and development the Young Lives Consortium provides an exciting opportunity for individuals committed to promoting Voluntary Community Sector organisations supporting children, young people, and families
To improve the advancement in life of Children, Young People and families in need, by promoting the effectiveness and efficiency of VCSE organisations
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About you
Do you want to use your skills to make it possible for people with myeloma, an incurable blood cancer, to live longer and better lives?
Myeloma UK is looking for a motivated and engaging Support Services Manager to join our Lived Experience & Clinical Practice directorate.
As we broaden our reach and enhance our service offerings, we're seeking an inspiring and forward-thinking leader to guide our team through this exciting phase of growth. The ideal candidate will energise and empower others, thrive in an agile environment, and bring exceptional change management expertise to drive transformation
You will have experience in communicating with and delivering information sensitively to those living with or affected by health conditions. You must be able to convey complex information in layman's terms and deliver information over the telephone and/or in writing. Empathy and sensitivity are required to work closely with people affected by myeloma.
You will have excellent organisational, communication and IT skills with the ability to manage a wide range of tasks together with line management experience. You need to be self-motivated and committed to making a difference, with a willingness to attend Myeloma UK meetings and events and work outside office hours as and when required
Experience working in haematology or oncology nursing, clinical research or healthcare background and experience of Helplines Partnership accreditation would be beneficial but not essential.
About the role
As Support Services Manager you will support the Lead Myeloma Information Specialist, the Peer Service Co-ordinator and Support Group Co-ordinator to deliver their respective services. In addition, you will deliver personalised, empathetic, and accessible information and support to service users affected by myeloma and its related conditions (such as AL amyloidosis, smouldering myeloma, and MGUS).
You will need to work towards being an internal expert on myeloma, keeping aware of research and clinical developments, current opinions, guidelines and other initiatives in the field of myeloma and related conditions, including the pipeline of myeloma drugs.
As part of the role, you will monitor impact and ensure all services are running in accordance with Service Guidelines, including leading the submission to the Helplines Partnership for re-accreditation as required. You will lead the team in service improvements and new initiatives, working with colleagues from across the organisation to drive impactful changes.
About us
Myeloma UK is the only UK charity focused on myeloma and its related conditions. We provide support and influence access to treatments, while researching a cure. Thanks to life-extending treatments and support, today many people affected by myeloma are able to live longer and to live well. Together, we support, so no one faces myeloma alone.
We are committed to bringing together the best and brightest people to help us ensure that every patient has an empowered present and a hopeful future.
Our ultimate goal is to find a cure and make myeloma history. Until then, our mission is to help every patient live well with myeloma for as long as possible. We are committed to diagnosing myeloma earlier, discovering and sharing knowledge, transforming the patient experience and influencing positive change in care.
Our culture
Wellbeing and staff engagement are at the heart of our culture. We offer our employees a range of benefits including a pension salary exchange scheme, flexitime, flexible working from home with hub-based office working, health plan, employee assistance plan and holiday purchase scheme and we are committed to providing learning and development opportunities for all our employees.
How to apply
If you think you would be a great fit for this role, get in touch and tell us more about yourself by sending the following:
1. A cover letter telling us more about you and what you think makes you a good fit for this role
2. A CV that sets out your career history, with key responsibilities and achievements
Applications close on 9am 21 October 2025 and interviews will be held on 30 & 31 October 2025.
Myeloma UK is an equal opportunities employer and always welcomes applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of:
· sex
· race
· disability
· age
· sexual orientation
· gender reassignment
· religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity
Please note, you will be asked to provide evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK prior to interview selection.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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!
Volunteer Development Officer
Salary: £26,000 per annum
Hours : 37.5 hours per week (office-based role)
Location: North Leeds – LS17
Benefits: Pension, Employee Assistance Programme, Smart Health,
Jewish High Holy days = additional paid annual leave,
Free DBS, option to join healthcare scheme.
***Sponsorship is not available for this position***
About Us
For over 145 years, Leeds Jewish Welfare Board (LJWB) has been a cornerstone of care and compassion in North Leeds. We’re one of the region’s most established social care charities, supporting over 1,000 people every month through a wide range of community and registered care services.
Volunteers are the heartbeat of our organisation — nearly 240 strong and growing! Whether it’s lending a listening ear, helping with events, or offering practical support, our volunteers make a real difference every day.
Role Summary
Are you a people person who thrives on human connection, live for a well-organised spreadsheet, and believe that volunteering can change the world? Do you love bringing out the best in others? Then we want YOU to be our next Volunteer Development Officer.
As our Volunteer Development Officer, you’ll be the driving force behind our volunteer programme — recruiting, training, and supporting a diverse team of volunteers who help us change lives.
Key responsibilities
- Recruiting volunteers from all walks of life to reflect our inclusive community
- Managing onboarding including DBS checks and references
- Creating engaging campaigns to attract new volunteers
- Designing and delivering training that’s informative and inspiring
- Checking in regularly with volunteers to ensure they feel supported and valued
Requirements
- Experience in volunteer management or community engagement
- A confident, enthusiastic communicator — both written and verbal
- Top-notch organisational skills and attention to detail- think smooth systems, tidy records, and zero chaos
- Comfortable using Microsoft Office and volunteer database systems
How to Apply
C.V.’s are accepted however we advise you email our recruitment team and request a copy of the job specification so you can evidence the essential criteria for the role.
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 28 October 2025 at 12:00pm (midday)
The vacancy may close earlier once a suitable applicant is found.
If you are shortlisted you will be contacted directly, if you do not hear from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, it can be assumed that unfortunately, your application was unsuccessful on this occasion.
LJWB is committed to making any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job role and the working environment so that disabled people have access to job opportunities or current employees can continue to work should they develop a disabling condition.
All job applications are retained for 3 months and your data is used for recruitment purposes onlyunless otherwise requested
Please note we will only consider applications from candidates who are eligible to work in the UK and all appointments are subject to receipt of satisfactory references & DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check.
No agencies
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About us
At Leeds Children’s Charity, we believe every child deserves the chance to experience joy, adventure, and a sense of belonging. For over a century, we have been dedicated to brightening children’s lives by offering unforgettable breaks and enriching learning opportunities that create lifelong memories.
Our work focuses on children and young people who face disadvantage, hardship, or difficult circumstances at home. Through safe, nurturing, and inspiring environments, we help them to explore the world around them, build confidence, discover new skills, and simply enjoy being children.
Your Role
The Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorship Manager will develop and deliver a strategy to secure, manage, and grow income from corporate supporters and sponsors. The postholder will build strong, mutually beneficial relationships with
businesses across Leeds ensuring companies see clear value in partnering with the charity through sponsorship, fundraising, and a unique offer of CSR volunteering days at Leeds Children’s Charity at Lineham Farm.
Key responsibilities include
Strategy and Planning
- Develop and implement a corporate partnerships and sponsorship strategy aligned to the charity’s overall fundraising plan.
- Identify new corporate and sponsorship prospects, building a healthy pipeline of opportunities.
- Contribute to income forecasts, reporting against agreed targets.
Business Development
- Research, approach and secure new corporate partners and sponsors across a range of sectors.
- Create tailored sponsorship packages for events, programmes and campaigns, ensuring strong return on investment for partners.
- Negotiate partnership and sponsorship agreements that deliver value for both parties.
Relationship Management
- Account manage existing partners and sponsors, ensuring excellent stewardship and high levels of satisfaction.
- Develop creative, engaging partnership activities including staff fundraising and cause-related marketing working with the Marketing Manager, promote payroll giving, volunteering and sponsorship activation.
- Work closely with the Head of Fundraising, CEO, and Trustees to maximise opportunities within their networks.
CSR and Volunteering
- Promote and manage CSR volunteering days at Leeds Children’s Charity, based at Lineham Farm, offering businesses the chance to engage their employees in meaningful, hands-on activities that directly benefit children and the charity.
- Work with delivery teams to ensure CSR days are safe, well-organised and impactful for both participants and the charity.
- Capture and report on the social value and employee engagement benefits of CSR days to strengthen long-term partnerships.
Communications and Promotion
- Work with the Marketing & Communications team to develop compelling partnership and sponsorship materials, case studies.
- Represent the charity at networking events, business forums, and community groups.
- Act as an ambassador for the charity in all corporate engagement.
What we need from you
- Excellent relationship-building and networking skills, with credibility at senior business levels.
- Strong ability to develop and deliver persuasive pitches and proposals.
- Strong project management and organisational skills.
- Knowledge of the Leeds and Yorkshire business community.
- Experience of using CRM systems to manage pipelines and report progress.
- Proven track record in corporate fundraising, sponsorship, account management, or business development.
- A target-driven mindset with experience of meeting and exceeding income goals.
- Experience of developing and managing sponsorship packages.
- Understanding of corporate CSR/ESG priorities.
- Experience of planning or managing employee volunteering or CSR days.
- Experience in public speaking.
- Ability to travel independently across the region (with driving licence and access to a vehicle).
Qualifications
- 5 x GCSE (including English & Maths) or equivalent
- Recognised fundraising qualification (e.g., Institute of Fundraising certificate)is desirable
To Apply: Please submit your CV and a supporting letter/document outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.
For full details about the position, please review the Recruitment Pack attached.
Closing date for applications is Friday 31st October 2025
Proposed interview date Thursday 13th November
Please apply with CV & supporting letter.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.