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Acorns Children’s Hospice provides specialist care and support for babies, children and young people who are life limited or life threatened. Supporting over 750 children and nearly 1,000 families annually, Acorns is a vital lifeline for families across the West Midlands and Gloucestershire during unimaginably difficult times.

Over the past three years, Acorns’ leadership has enhanced collaboration and innovation across the charity and embedded an organisation-wide fundraising culture.

With a newly integrated Partnerships Team spanning corporate partnerships and community fundraising, and an ambitious £5m appeal ahead, Acorns is now seeking a Senior Community Partnerships Manager to oversee and deliver the charity’s community fundraising strategy, driving c.£1m of income. The strategic focus will be on building more commercially productive relationships with SMEs, community groups, and associations across the West Midlands.

Reporting to the Head of Partnerships,  you will personally manage a portfolio of key community partnerships while leading and developing a team of three Community Partnerships Managers. While the team operates on a patch basis (Birmingham/Black Country and Worcester), you will take a lead on integration across Acorns, working closely with Retail and Care colleagues.

This is a superb opportunity for someone who has evolved from traditional community fundraising into more commercially-focused, regional partnerships.

About the role

As Senior Community Partnerships Manager, you will:

• Report to the Head of Partnerships and line manage three Community Partnerships Managers, ensuring plans are focused, targets/KPIs are set and met and ROI is prioritised
• Oversee key accounts worth circa £1m across the team, seeking opportunities to uplift/evolve, whilst delivering exceptional donor experience for SME, community group, and association partners
• Be the key account manager for a range of partnerships that have the potential for growth, are higher profile or have a wider geography than one patch alone
• Work closely with the Corporate Team to ensure smooth handover of partners with higher value potential or commercial complexity or in reverse for those that focus more on staff fundraising alone
• Network map and build relationships across key sectors, utilising Acorns senior leaders to open doors
• Contribute to the development of fundraising products and campaigns that appeal to community audiences
• Collaborate with Retail, Care and other fundraising teams to maximise referrals and cross-team opportunities

About you

Essential skills and experience: 

• Proven experience of growing income through regional community engagement, ideally within a charity setting
• Either line management or substantial coaching/mentoring experience
• Experience of working with community leaders
• Experience and evidence of first-class relationship management techniques and donor care
• Experience of organising events, managing volunteers, risk assessments and health and safety requirements
• Track record of cross-team working with examples of impact, ideally this will include collaborating with corporate partnerships teams

Desirable: 

• A blend of regional corporate relationship management and community fundraising experience, reflecting the strategic direction of the role

Employee benefits include:

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 5 days holiday buyback scheme starting from April 2026
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Life assurance scheme (2 x annual salary)
• Retail discounts (including the Blue Light card)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted gym membership
• Access to expert financial health and wellbeing support

Health & Safety Manager

Salary: £42,000 FTE (actual salary £16,800 per annum, based on part-time hours)

Location: Downton with occasional travel

Hours: Part-time (14 hours per week over 2 days)

Contract: Permanent

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Health and Safety Manager to join our Risk and Compliance team at Help for Heroes. In this pivotal role, you’ll be the charity’s subject matter expert, ensuring we meet our legal obligations and proactively embedding a positive, proportionate safety and wellbeing culture that safeguards our people, volunteers, service users, and visitors.

You’ll be based primarily in our main office in Downton, but your work will reach across a diverse range of activities such as community delivery programmes, internal events, and fundraising operations ensuring that colleagues and volunteers across all settings have the guidance and support they need. Occasional travel will be required to other locations.

Help us build a safe and supportive environment so we can continue delivering life‑changing support for the Armed Forces community.

About You

You will be an experienced Health & Safety professional who balances expertise with empathy and practicality. You understand the unique challenges of the charity and voluntary sector and bring a collaborative, solutions-focused attitude.

We’re looking for someone with:

• NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Safety & Health or equivalent
• At least five years’ experience in developing, implementing and monitoring Safety Management systems
• Membership of a professional safety body i.e., IOSH or equivalent. 
• Proven experience managing Health and Safety across multiple sites or services areas.
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Demonstrable ability to translate legislation into practical guidance.
• Experience delivering training and building safety awareness across teams.

About the Team

You’ll be a key member of our Risk & Compliance Team, reporting directly to the Head of Risk & Compliance.

Our team plays a vital role working collaboratively with all teams across the charity, providing guidance, assurance and practical support to help them plan and deliver their services, events, activities and day‑to‑day operations safely, ethically and responsibly. Your role will be central to championing a positive safety culture and supporting colleagues to embed best practice in everything they do.

You’ll join a passionate and purpose‑driven team who value integrity, clarity and continuous improvement, and who are committed to ensuring that every member of the Armed Forces community can live well after service.

In return we can offer you: 

• Belonging to a team who make a difference to our community and value equality, diversity and inclusion. 

• 29 days’ annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, regardless of service -plus your birthday off to celebrate! (pro-rata) 

• Opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave per year (pro-rata)

• Added to our free health scheme from day one, including discounts on dental, opticians, massages, and more - with the option to upgrade. 

• 3 volunteer days per year to support the Help for Heroes community.

• A generous salary sacrifice pension scheme with an 8% employer contribution and a minimum 3% employee contribution, plus life insurance up to 4× salary as an active member. 

Closing date: 15th March 2026

Please note: We may close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of strong applications.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Acorns Children’s Hospice provides specialist care and support for babies, children and young people who are life limited or life threatened. Supporting over 750 children and nearly 1,000 families annually, Acorns is a vital lifeline for families across the West Midlands and Gloucestershire during unimaginably difficult times.

Over the past three years, Acorns’ leadership has enhanced collaboration and innovation across the charity and embedded an organisation-wide fundraising culture. With a newly integrated Partnerships Team and an ambitious £5m appeal ahead, Acorns is now seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to drive high-value corporate new business and secure strategic partnerships that deliver long-term income growth.

Reporting to the Head of Partnerships, this is a senior corporate new business role focused on identifying, cultivating and converting strategic prospects into multi-year partners. You will own and drive a c.£1m new business pipeline, lead senior-level engagement including C-suite conversations, and secure six-figure+ partnerships aligned to Acorns’ strategic priorities.

If you thrive on making things happen, enjoy research and relationship-building, and want to make a big difference quickly, this is the role for you. We’re looking for a proactive, confident fundraiser with a strong conversion rate and the energy to lead Acorns’ new business push.

As Senior Business Development Manager, you will:

• Identify and engage companies for multi-year strategic partnerships, Charity of the Year agreements, sponsorship and cause-related marketing
• Own and manage a robust new business pipeline of circa £1m, ensuring accurate forecasting, progression and conversion
• Secure high-value corporate partnerships, including stock generation and innovative fundraising initiatives
• Build and influence relationships at senior level, including C-suite stakeholders
• Work closely with the Partnerships and Community teams to ensure smooth transition of new partners into account management
• Line manage the Business Development Manager and drive performance against agreed targets

Essential skills and experience:

• Proven corporate fundraising or business development experience within a charity or commercial setting
• Track record of securing six-figure+ corporate partnerships
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with experience engaging senior stakeholders and C-suite leaders
• Experience operating in a targeted, commercially focused environment
• Commercial awareness, including experience of budgets, forecasting and ROI analysis
• Experience managing contractual agreements and working within GDPR and fundraising compliance frameworks
• Experience using CRM systems to manage pipeline and reporting
• Line management experience

Desirable:

• Knowledge of the CSR and ESG landscape and corporate partnership trends
• Experience of cause-related marketing and sponsorship activation
• Familiarity with regional corporate networks and fundraising landscape
• Experience supporting major appeals or high-profile campaign activity

Employee benefits include:

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 5 days holiday buyback scheme starting from April 2026
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Life assurance scheme (2 x annual salary)
• Retail discounts (including the Blue Light card)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted gym membership
• Access to expert financial health and wellbeing support

Job Title: Employment Consultant (North Wales)

Location: Home- and community-based with local travel (must be located within 2 hours’ commuting distance of the concentration of clients in the North Wales region, which is around Colwyn Bay and Wrexham)

Salary: £33,174

Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week (part time or flexible working options considered)

Contract: 2 years fixed term with possibility of extension

At The Poppy Factory, we believe that everyone who has served our country deserves the opportunity to build a fulfilling life beyond the armed forces. For over a century, we have stood alongside veterans and their families, evolving our services to support veterans and adult family members to overcome barriers to employment and transform their lives.

We are now seeking a passionate and person-centred Employment Consultant to join our team. This is a role for someone who believes in potential, not limitations – someone who can walk alongside clients with empathy and determination, empowering them to take ownership of their employment journey.

You’ll provide tailored information, advice and guidance to help veterans secure meaningful and sustainable work, managing a diverse caseload with care and professionalism. Using coaching, mentoring and strengths-based approaches, you will help individuals identify their goals, build resilience and move confidently towards lasting employment outcomes.

Collaboration is at the heart of this role. You will develop strong partnerships with regional organisations to generate referrals and address wider barriers such as mental health, housing or addiction, while also building strong relationships with local employers to create real opportunities for your clients, and sharing best practice with your colleagues in the team.

With a strong understanding of local labour markets and safeguarding practices, you’ll maintain high-quality case records, contribute to continuous improvement, and actively participate in team development. Adaptability, initiative and resilience are key, as we respond to the evolving needs of our clients and the communities we serve.

For further information, including the full job description for the role, please refer to the candidate pack.

How to apply

To apply for this position please prepare your CV and a covering letter clearly outlining how you meet the essential criteria in the person specification as set out above and submit via the online application process. Please address your covering letter to Kirsty Gronow, Services Manager.

For an informal conversation to find out more about this role, please call Kirsty Gronow.

The closing date for this vacancy will be 22 March 2026. Please note, we cannot accept late or incomplete applications. Only applications submitted through the online process will be considered.

First stage interviews are expected to take place on 26 March, with second stage interviews scheduled for 1 April.

No agencies please.

Equality & Diversity

We are committed to equality, valuing diversity, and promoting inclusion within our workforce, including the volunteers who give their time to us.  We work to maintain an environment where the needs and aspirations of all employees are met, irrespective of characteristics protected under the legislative framework of the Equality Act 2010. We expect everyone to understand and accept their personal responsibility to recognise and value differences and the unique contributions that people make to the way we deliver our work.

As an equal opportunities employer our commitment is to take positive measures to recruit people from underrepresented groups, and we actively encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. As a Disability Confident employer, we offer a guaranteed interview for any job applicant with a disability who meets the essential criteria for the role. Please indicate in your covering letter if you wish to be considered under this scheme. We are also happy to discuss reasonable adjustments to the application or interview process to accommodate disabled candidates.

We are a family friendly employer and happy to discuss flexible working arrangements. We encourage applicants to contact us to discuss if they have any questions before applying.

About The Poppy Factory

The Poppy Factory aims to be an exemplar employer. We recognise the impact that working with a challenging cohort can have on our staff, which is why we prioritise work/life balance and support mechanisms including training, supervision and EAP provision.

The Poppy Factory provides competitive terms and conditions of employment, including:

• Opportunity for home-based/hybrid and flexible working
• 28 days’ basic annual leave per year (including a day in lieu of Armistice Day, and 3 days’ closure between Christmas and New Year), rising to 32 days with long service, plus bank holidays
• Double-matched pension contributions up to 10% employer contribution, rising to 14% after 5 years.
• Variety in the role, a mix of travelling in your area, home working and occasional visits to the historic Poppy Factory in Richmond, London
• The opportunity to develop your region and build relationships with employers and other support services that best meet the needs of the people you’re supporting.

Role Overview 

Ealing and Hounslow CVS is seeking a motivated, community-focused Volunteering andDevelopment Officer to support the delivery of our infrastructure, volunteering, health equity, research, grant-making, and community inclusion programmes. 

EHCVS supports and engages with 1,000+ voluntary and community organisations across Ealing and Hounslow. This role plays an important part in strengthening the resilience, sustainability, and voice of the local VCSE sector. 

The postholder will provide practical programme support, coordinate activities, assist community groups, promote volunteering, contribute to research and insight projects, and support monitoring and reporting requirements. 

This role is ideal for someone with experience in the voluntary sector who is looking to grow their skills in infrastructure support, volunteer development, and community research. 

Key Responsibilities 

Programme Coordination 

• Support the delivery of multiple funded programmes across both boroughs. 

• Assist with organising training sessions, sector forums, Voice Networks and partnership meetings. 

• Track outputs and support managers in meeting funding requirements. 

• Maintain accurate project records and documentation. 

Infrastructure and Group Development 

• Provide basic 1:1 support to voluntary and community organisations on governance, funding readiness and sustainability. 

• Support capacity-building workshops and development sessions. 

• Help develop practical guidance materials and resources for local groups. 

Volunteering Development 

• Support Volunteer Centre activities, including responding to enquiries and assisting with volunteer matching. 

• Help promote inclusive volunteering opportunities. 

• Support outreach events and volunteer recruitment initiatives. 

Research and Community Insight 

• Support surveys, consultations and participatory engagement projects. 

• Assist with data collection, basic analysis and reporting. 

• Gather case studies and community feedback to evidence impact. 

Grant-Making and Monitoring 

• Support the administration of small grants programmes. 

• Assist groups with reporting and compliance requirements. 

• Contribute to funder reports and impact summaries. 

Administration and Communications 

• Maintain databases and monitoring spreadsheets. 

• Take minutes at meetings and follow up on actions. 

• Support newsletters, funding bulletins and digital communications. 

Person Specification 

Essential 

• Experience working or volunteering in the voluntary and community sector. 

• Understanding of community development principles. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

• Good organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities. 

• Basic data handling and reporting skills. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office. 

Desirable 

• Experience supporting funding applications. 

• Knowledge of volunteering good practice. 

• Experience contributing to research or consultation projects. 

• Understanding of health inequalities or refugee support issues. 

Why Join EHCVS? 

• Be part of an organisation supporting 1,000+ local groups. 

• Contribute to strengthening the VCSE sector across two diverse boroughs. 

• Gain exposure to infrastructure, volunteering, research and health equity programmes. 

• Work within a supportive and experienced team committed to community-led change. 

Are you a volunteering or alumni relations professional looking for your next challenge? Do you have a passion for engaging volunteers and for bringing people together? Are you looking to develop your career at a prestigious organisation?

We are looking for an International Engagement Manager to join our team to refine and expand a bold and innovative alumni volunteering programme to support both the priorities of the University and the Development and Alumni Relations Office (DARO). The post holder will deliver volunteer and engagement opportunities in key markets including China, India, Hong Kong, USA, Dubai, and many others, and will join nine other volunteering professionals as part of the wider team. The role will be responsible for developing a range of volunteering opportunities for international alumni, which support Birmingham 2030 targets around graduate employability, student recruitment, student experience, research and influence. You will be responsible for growing the number of international alumni volunteers and reporting on the impact of your work internally. 

A key component of this role will be developing relationships with colleagues across the University to include alumni engagement and volunteering across the University’s international strategic themes. The International Engagement Manager role will be a point of contact for international matters into the Development and Alumni Relations Department amongst other University departments, including International Student Recruitment, Birmingham Global and Careers Network. As the lead on international engagement activity for the department, you will be expected to travel overseas for events and alumni activity in key strategic regions.

You will be provided with a robust induction and an ongoing training program that will include support from the University as well as expert external providers.

The University has global reach, including several partnerships with other leading universities around the world, and is grounded in our local community, having opened the first fully comprehensive University secondary school in the country in 2015. We are an ambitious and successful research-intensive University (one of the top 100 research-led universities globally) and have produced 10 Nobel Prize winners, including three who received their awards in 2016. Academics here are exploring the impact of climate change, helping to address global health epidemics, and changing our understanding of Shakespeare. Our students come from nearly 150 countries and our flagship outreach programmes mean that almost 25% of our student population come from underrepresented backgrounds: one of the highest proportions in the UK. 

DARO exists to support this academic and student community by engaging, inspiring, and celebrating alumni, individuals, and charitable funders who give their money, time, and networks to support the University’s strategic priorities. The Office, which is comprised of five teams, is focused on fundraising and volunteering from alumni, organisations and individuals who are passionate about changing lives, through funding various research projects, supporting student bursaries, mentoring students, and providing internships, as well as providing a versatile programme of engagement opportunities for our global alumni community.

We believe there is no such thing as a 'typical' member of University of Birmingham staff and that diversity in its many forms is a strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation and debate at the heart of University life. We are committed to proactively addressing the barriers experienced by some groups in our community and are proud to hold Athena SWAN, Race Equality Charter and Disability Confident accreditations. We have an Equality Diversity and Inclusion Centre that focuses on continuously improving the University as a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We are also committed to sustainability, which is a key part of our strategy. You can find out more about our work to create a fairer university for everyone

About Fields in Trust

Fields in Trust is the charity that protects the future of our parks, playgrounds, playing fields and green spaces. As a proud Royal Charter charity operating through the UK we work to legally protect thousands of spaces forever ensuring that millions of people have access to a green space close to home.

We act as the long-term stewards of these protected spaces and, through our green space standards and advocacy, have influenced the creation of thousands more.  We’re proud of our 100 year legacy and excited about our bold new five-year strategy to grow our impact and strengthen our influence.

Job Description

Relationship Fundraising Manager

Reports to: Director Income Generation and Communications

Salary: Circa £50,000

Role Overview

This is the ideal role for someone who is genuinely people‑focused, thrives on building meaningful relationships, and takes pride in doing what they say they’ll do — and doing it brilliantly. You’ll inspire potential supporters and surprise and delight funders through thoughtful stewardship, timely communication, and personalised engagement that stands out.

You’ll work as part of the Income Generation Team to build engaging relationships with potential funders, helping to grow our income and deepen the connections that fuel our mission. Working closely with colleagues across our small, collaborative team, you’ll inspire supporters with compelling stories about our work, connect their passions with our purpose, and deliver exceptional experiences that grow and strengthen long‑term support.

Responsibilities include:

Relationship Management

• Build and steward relationships with major Trusts, Foundations, Major Donors, and high‑value volunteers.
• Maintain strong rapport so key contacts feel valued, informed, and inspired.
• Represent the charity as a warm, credible ambassador.
• Provide exceptional stewardship that surprises, delights, and strengthens funder connection.
• Deliver high‑quality updates, reports, and personalised communications.
• Organise meetings, calls, visits, and events that deepen engagement and show impact

Income Generation and Proposal Development

• Write tailored, compelling applications to strategic Trusts and Foundations.
• Deliver inspiring and engaging content to potential Major Donors, working with the wider senior leadership team as appropriate. 
• Work with teams across the charity to gather stories, data, and insights that strengthen cases for support.

Internal Collaboration and Cross‑Team Working

• Partner closely with colleagues — everyone plays a role in income generation in a small team.
• Share pipeline updates, opportunities, and challenges transparently.
• Act as an internal advocate for potential funders, ensuring colleagues understand expectations and commitments.

Data, Systems & Compliance

• Keep accurate, up‑to‑date records of all interactions, applications, and activities in the charity’s Customer Relationship Management system (Donorfy).
• Ensure all fundraising activity complies with data protection laws and fundraising standards.
• Track pipelines, deadlines, and reporting requirements to support effective planning and forecasting

Qualifications

• Experience working with high‑net‑worth clients, building strong relationships and networks.
• Clear understanding of commercial vs. philanthropic giving, with the ability to tailor conversations to donor motivations.
• Experience writing bids, proposals, or tailored funding submissions.
• Natural relationship‑builder — warm, confident, and personable.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience or clear aptitude in fundraising, partnerships, donor relations, or account management.
• Highly organised, reliable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.
• Curious, proactive, and quick to follow up.
• Passionate about the charity’s mission and impact‑driven.
• Collaborative team player who enhances visibility and understanding of the charity’s work.
• Confident using CRM or database systems to keep accurate records

Additional information

• 25 days annual leave (plus one additional day per year of service, up to five years). 
• Discretionary leave between Christmas and New Year. 
• Two employee volunteer days per year. 
• 5% employer pension contribution. 
• Interest-free season ticket loan. 

Woodgreen Pets Charity has been helping pets and their owners live happier, healthier lives for over 100 years. From rehoming and community support to education and advocacy, our work is powered by dedicated people and a focus on reaching communities so that our voice can play an important role in shaping conversations about animal welfare.

We are in an exciting period of growth and transformation and are looking to appoint a Community Programme Development Manager who will play a central role in strengthening and evolving Woodgreen’s community-based services, ensuring they are practical, effective, and grounded in the realities of people’s lives. They will focus on improving how community outreach services are designed, developed, and adapted over time so that they continue to best meet the needs of pets, their owners, and the communities they live in.

Working closely with the Head of Community Programmes, our successful applicant will take strategic direction and translate it into clear, workable service models. They will bring together learning from delivery teams, partners, and communities to assess how services are performing in practice and to inform decisions about where change or improvement is required.

By leading structured development and improvement activity across Woodgreen’s community outreach services, they will ensure that any changes that are made are coherent, deliverable, and capable of supporting consistent outcomes across different local contexts.  They will play a key part in strengthening service performance and in ensuring that Woodgreen’s community programmes continue to deliver meaningful impact for both communities and our charity.

If you have;

• A working knowledge of relevant design, improvement, or analytical methods (e.g. service or human-centred design, improvement approaches, behaviour change frameworks, systems mapping, monitoring and evaluation), with the ability to apply or commission their use in practice.
• Significant experience of developing, improving, or adapting services or initiatives involving complex or evolving needs, and using insight, evidence, and feedback to strengthen impact in practice.
• Significant experience of working collaboratively with a range of stakeholders, including operational teams, communities and partners in order to understand needs, test ideas, and support implementation across different contexts or delivery settings.
• Proven experience in using data, evaluation, and lived experience insight to inform service improvement, shape recommendations, or contribute to programme or model development, including balancing evidence with operational realities.
• An understanding of animal welfare issues, or a willingness to develop relevant knowledge through training and experience.

We would love to hear from you!

This is a full time, permanent position working 37.5 hours a week on a hybrid basis with the expectation that our successful candidate will work from our Godmanchester site for approximately 2 days a week dependant on business need.  Applications from candidates looking for a part time role of 30 hours a week will also be considered.  The starting salary for this position will be £35,598 - £43,507 per annum depending on experience (pro rata'd as applicable for a part time opportunity).  This is complemented by;

• 36 days annual leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays) rising by 1 day each year to a maximum of 40 days after five years (pro rata'd for part time position)
• Up to 8% employer pension contributions
• Support towards healthcare costs (cashplan)
• Employee wellbeing package to include free access to Headspace
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Enhanced parental leave (subject to qualifying period)
• Benefits hub – exclusive discounts on popular brands
• 25% discount in our charity shops

Please note that you will need to have existing Right to Work in the UK to apply for this opportunity as we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.

Woodgreen is committed to making our recruitment processes accessible to all and, as part of this, we are flexible in the ways we give and receive information. If you would like to apply using a different format, please contact the Recruitment Team and we will do our best to put any reasonable adjustments in place.

Early application is encouraged as this position may close sooner than the stated deadline if a suitable candidate is found.

Woodgreen is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and protecting anyone that comes into contact with us from harm. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

About Fields in Trust

Fields in Trust is the charity that protects the future of our parks, playgrounds, playing fields and green spaces. As a proud Royal Charter charity operating through the UK we work to legally protect thousands of spaces forever ensuring that millions of people have access to a green space close to home.

We act as the long-term stewards of these protected spaces and, through our green space standards and advocacy, have influenced the creation of thousands more.  We’re proud of our 100 year legacy and excited about our bold new five-year strategy to grow our impact and strengthen our influence.

Partnership Account Manager

Reports to: Director, Income Generation and Communications

Salary: Circa £40,000

Role Overview

This role sits within the Income Generation Team and plays a key part in managing a small, growing portfolio of partners. You’ll deliver high‑quality account management that deepens engagement and maximises income and impact for the charity. The focus is on stewarding our existing partnerships—ensuring agreements are delivered to a high standard, building strong relationships, and coordinating activity across the organisation. You’ll bring partnership ideas to life, strengthen engagement where it adds value to our mission, and help ensure each collaboration achieves its full potential.

You’ll have the autonomy to lead thoughtful, well‑executed partnership activity, the space to build long‑term relationships, and the chance to work closely with senior stakeholders and passionate teams across the charity.

Responsibilities include:

Partnership Delivery and Relationship Management

• Manage a portfolio of partners with consistent, high‑quality stewardship, coordinating delivery and fundraising commitments.
• Build strong, long‑term relationships and act as the main day‑to‑day contact.
• Represent the charity professionally at meetings and events.
• Track progress against KPIs and maintain accurate reporting.
• Produce clear impact updates working with the Digital Content Manager.

Project & Workflow Management

• Manage timelines, action plans, and multiple concurrent workstreams.
• Coordinate internal teams to deliver partnership commitments.
• Spot risks early and resolve or escalate as needed.

Maximising Partnership Value

• Identify ways to deepen relationships and grow financial value.
• Develop new ideas with partners that align with strategy.
• Encourage in‑kind support to enhance delivery or reduce costs.
• Spot opportunities to expand existing partnerships.
• Create pitches, proposals, and briefs aligned to strategic priorities.
• Work with leadership to shape deliverable, high‑impact propositions.

Internal Collaboration

• Work closely with colleagues across teams to deliver partnership activity.
• Share updates transparently and coordinate data, case studies, and comms.
• Act as the internal advocate for partner needs and expectations.

Administration, Compliance & Reporting

• Maintain accurate Customer Relationship Management records and partnership documentation.
• Support due diligence, agreements, and reporting cycles.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR, brand guidelines, and fundraising regulations.

Championing the Mission

• Communicate the charity’s impact clearly and confidently.
• Help partners understand how their support drives outcomes.
• Promote a culture of strong partnership working across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Proven track record managing and growing key partnerships
• Strong communication, influencing and negotiation skills
• Able to manage multiple partnerships with solid organisational, financial and commercial awareness
• Experience creating delivery plans and agreements; brand licensing/staff fundraising a plus
• Proactive and data‑led, shaping partnership strategy through insight
• Working knowledge of fundraising regulation, GDPR and CRM systems (e.g., Donorfy)
• Build trusted senior‑level relationships
• Confident in renewals and long‑term planning
• Spot opportunities for innovation, growth and added value
• Ensure clear impact reporting and financial accountability
• Collaborate effectively across internal teams
• Strong planning skills; able to juggle multiple workstreams and respond to fast‑moving priorities

Additional information

• 25 days annual leave (plus one additional day per year of service, up to five years). 
• Discretionary leave between Christmas and New Year. 
• Two employee volunteer days per year. 
• 5% employer pension contribution. 
• Interest-free season ticket loan. 

At the Bone Cancer Research Trust, we exist because families refused to accept a world where primary bone cancer had no hope, no answers and almost no research. Today, we’re the UK’s leading bone cancer charity and every supporter you engage helps push vital research forward and provides comfort to families who need us. 

About the role 

We’re looking for a friendly and professional Fundraising Assistant. As the first point of contact for supporters, you will play an essential role in delivering exceptional supporter care. 

You will: 

• Respond to supporter enquiries via phone, email and post. 

• Process donations and produce thank‑you letters and certificates. 

• Send fundraising packs, materials and merchandise. 

• Provide admin and operational support across fundraising, events and volunteering. 

• Support Facebook fundraisers and digital fundraising platforms. 

• Maintain accurate CRM records (training provided). 

• Help with events and represent BCRT when needed. 

• Support stock management, fulfilment and basic online shop tasks. 

About you 

• Friendly, confident communicator who enjoys helping people. 

• Experience in customer/supporter care. 

• Strong organisation and time‑management skills. 

• Enthusiastic, proactive and willing to learn. 

Why join us? 

You’ll join a small, passionate charity where your ideas matter and your work truly changes lives. This role offers variety, development opportunities, flexibility, a supportive culture and the chance to make a difference. 

What we offer 

• Flexible approach to working hours

• 30 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays 

• Private Health Insurance (following successful probation) 

• 6% employer pension contributions

• Life Assurance of 4x annual salary

Woodgreen Pets Charity has been helping pets and their owners live happier, healthier lives for over 100 years. From rehoming and community support to education and advocacy, our work is powered by dedicated people and a focus on reaching communities so that our voice can play an important role in shaping conversations about animal welfare.

We are in an exciting period of growth and transformation and, as part of this, are looking for a Strategic Partnerships and Relationships Manager to join our team. Woodgreen is well-known for its successful communities programme of work, and this role will support it's strategic expansion and evolution by developing and managing external relationships and strategic collaborations that extend the reach and impact of our work.

Reporting to the Head of Community Programmes and Partnerships you will work across Woodgreen’s Community Programmes and wider Pet Services directorate to ensure external relationships are coordinated and effective, strengthening collective capability and supporting the organisation’s long-term mission and impact.  This will include working with organisations that support pet owners through referral pathways, collaboration and aligned activity, as well as building relationships that enable Woodgreen’s national expansion by supporting others to adopt approaches aligned to our model.

By establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships that strengthen how support for pet owners is enabled in practice, your work with community outreach operational partners will support shared ways of working whilst developing broader strategic relationships that grow Woodgreen’s national reach and influence over time.

If you have;

• Significant experience in developing, managing, and sustaining effective relationships with external organisations in an operational or delivery-focused context.
• A track record of recruiting, onboarding, and working with partner organisations across a range of relationship types, including informal arrangements, memoranda of understanding, and more formal agreements.
• Experience setting and maintaining shared expectations, standards, or frameworks with external partners, and supporting partners to work effectively within them.
• A strong understanding of effective partnership and relationship management in complex, multi-agency or cross-sector environments.
• The ability to establish and maintain credibility with a wide range of stakeholders, balancing collaboration, support, and appropriate challenge.

We would love to hear from you!

This is a full time, permanent position working 37.5 hours a week on a hybrid basis with the expectation that our successful candidate will work from our Godmanchester site for approximately 2 days a week dependant on business need.  Applications from candidates looking for a part time role of 30 hours a week will also be considered.  The starting salary for this position will be £35,598 - £43,507 per annum depending on experience (pro rata'd as applicable for a part time opportunity).  This is complemented by;

• 36 days annual leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays) rising by 1 day each year to a maximum of 40 days after five years (pro rata'd for part time position)
• Up to 8% employer pension contributions
• Support towards healthcare costs (cashplan)
• Employee wellbeing package to include free access to Headspace
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Enhanced parental leave (subject to qualifying period)
• Benefits hub – exclusive discounts on popular brands
• 25% discount in our charity shops

Please note that you will need to have existing Right to Work in the UK to apply for this opportunity as we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.

Woodgreen is committed to making our recruitment processes accessible to all and, as part of this, we are flexible in the ways we give and receive information. If you would like to apply using a different format, please contact the Recruitment Team and we will do our best to put any reasonable adjustments in place.

Early application is encouraged as this position may close sooner than the stated deadline if a suitable candidate is found.

Woodgreen is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and protecting anyone that comes into contact with us from harm. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR

 OASIS HUB BLAKENHALE

 PART TIME: 15 hours per week

FIXED-TERM CONTRACT: 18 months

SALARY: £10,533 for 0.3 FTE and £28,088 for 1FTE

We’re looking for an organised, people‑focused Volunteer Coordinator to recruit, support and coordinate volunteers across our community projects.

At Oasis Community Hub Blakenhale we provide a range of community activities including stay and play, food club, warm welcome space and adult education, community events and school holiday activities. Together, we aim to Creating places of belonging where we can connect with each other. Creating opportunities to volunteer and be change makers. Create a community we are proud of. Volunteers are at the heart of this work and the role of the volunteer co-ordinator will be a key part of this community.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit, induct and match volunteers.
• Promote volunteering through events and local outreach.
• Provide ongoing support, supervision and admin for volunteers.
• Coordinate volunteers across hub activities.
• Support corporate/skills‑based volunteering and training sessions.

About You

• Experience supporting volunteers or working in a community setting.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and confidentiality.
• Confident with Word and Excel.
• Relevant qualification or equivalent experience.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.

What we offer

• Flexible working practices which encourage innovation and fresh ideas.
• A supportive network and friendly team in a motivating working environment.
• A non-contributory defined benefit pension scheme with 7% employer contributions.
• 25 days holiday per year (plus Bank Holidays), rising to 30 days after 2 years of service.
• Employee wellbeing schemes such as Cycle to Work and an employee funded health cash plan.

 Application process

For full details please go the Oasis UK charity website.

Closing date for completed applications is 9am Friday 20th March. Interviews will take place at Oasis Blakenhale on Wednesday 25th March.

Please send us your CV and cover letter.

To arrange a visit or an informal conversation about the role, please contact Oasis UK Charity Jobs website.

We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups. Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos. 

The successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK.  Oasis cannot assist with sponsorship or visas.

Oasis supports Equal Opportunities.  Registered Charity No. 1163889

This is an exciting opportunity to help grow our retail operation and support animal welfare across Derbyshire. RSPCA Derby is looking for an experienced and motivated manager to lead, develop and shape the future of our charity retail operation.

As Retail Development Manager, you will:

• Lead and develop a network of charity shops and retail teams
• Drive income growth across physical shops, online sales and gift aid
• Ensure high standards of customer service, compliance and financial control
• Manage retail performance, budgets and reporting
• Identify and develop new retail opportunities to support our strategic ambitions
• Play a key role in supporting animal welfare through sustainable income generation.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has significant experience in retail management, ideally across multiple sites
• Is a strong, inclusive leader with experience managing and developing staff and volunteers
• Has a proven track record of meeting financial and commercial targets
• Is organised, resilient and comfortable managing competing priorities
• Shares our commitment to animal welfare and our values
• Is confident working with data, budgets and performance reporting
• Experience in charity retail is desirable but not essential — we welcome applicants with strong commercial retail experience who want to make a difference.

Why Join Us?

• Make a real impact supporting local animal welfare
• Lead a values-driven retail operation with room to innovate and grow
• Work with committed staff, volunteers and supporters
• Be part of a respected local charity making a difference every day

Contract:  Permanent, full time 37.5 hours per week

Salary:  £25,787 - £27,886 per annum

Location: Newport NP18 2LH

Closing date:  Monday 16th March 2026

Interview date:  Tuesday 24th March 2026 

We’re looking for a passionate and driven Assistant Manager – Client Services to help lead our work supporting people and pets across our Newport rehoming, advice and behaviour unit. If you have a flair for customer care and a love of animal welfare, this is your chance to make a real difference.

More about the role

Our Newport based centre is at the heart of Blue Cross’s work in South East Wales, providing vital services in a creative, community-focused way. We don’t have kennels or catteries on site, so we think differently to help pets and their people, from running a busy food bank to delivering rehoming and support services for a variety of animals.

As Assistant Manager – Client Services, you’ll be at the forefront of this work. You’ll:

• Lead the client services team to deliver exceptional care from first enquiry through to adoption or other support
• Work closely with the team to assess and admit pets, match them with the right adopters, and guide clients through every step of their journey
• Use data and insights to shape services and continuously improve client experience
• Collaborate with the local leadership team to meet targets and drive pet welfare outcomes
• Be hands-on with day-to-day operations including managing enquiries, prioritising admissions and carrying out practical tasks as they arise

This is a permanent, full-time role, working 37.5 hours per week on a rota that includes 1 in 3 weekends and bank holidays. The working day is from 8.30am to 5.00pm.

About you

You understand what it takes to match pets with new homes and are passionate about delivering an outstanding client experience. With a sharp eye for detail and a drive for improvement, you know how to assess what’s working – and what’s not.

A natural leader, you bring out the best in your team, supporting and coaching them to grow. You're calm under pressure, thrive in busy environments, and communicate clearly with people from all walks of life.

Your resilience and empathy shine through in emotional situations, helping you build trust, handle challenges with care, and create a compassionate, high-performing team.

Knowledge, skills, and experience   

• Experience of working in a rescue welfare environment.
• Significant experience of managing a team.
• Experience in delivering high level customer service.
• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment.
• High standard of verbal and written communication.
• Proven decision-making ability.
• Current full driving licence.
• The ability to demonstrate, understand and apply our Blue Cross Values 

It would be great (but not essential) if you also had:

• Performance management and improvement experience.
• Understanding of safeguarding issues.
• Experience of admission and adoption processes in a rescue environment. 

Want to know more detail? Great! We have attached the job description which hopefully gives you everything you need. 

How to apply 

Click the apply button below and complete the online application process before the closing date Monday 16th March 2026.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.

Blue Cross benefits   

Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today.

In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are.

Our generous benefits package includes:  

• Enhanced annual leave entitlement: 30 days plus bank holidays   
• Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution
• Health cash plan 
• Life assurance
• Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme 
• Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support 
• Free access to GP via MetLife 
• Recognition scheme Annual volunteer days
• Claim for professional fees

To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website