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The National Lottery Community Fund is seeking a Head of Media. In this new role, created as part of our newly restructured and ambitious communications function, you will be growing and developing a team of 10 (5 direct reports) to lead the external communications in support of our Strategy, It starts with community.
You'll have the chance to shape this critical leadership position in ways that will define our external voice and influence for years to come. In this strategic role, you will increase public understanding of the Fund as a champion of community power, bringing to life how we strengthen society and improve lives across the UK, directly advancing our strategic objectives in each of the four nations.
As a member of the communications leadership team, you will:
- develop compelling value propositions and campaigns for our four missions designed to resonate with decision-makers, policymakers, and communities of all kinds.
- ·oversee our comprehensive content calendar and planning processes across earned, owned and shared media.
- use data and analytics effectively to provide actionable insights and performance analysis to continuously refine our approach
- act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on media relations and building our reputation
- work in close collaboration with funding officers, grant holders and partners to anticipate and mitigate risks in a structured way, handling sensitive media issues when they arise.
- build a strong reactive and proactive media and social media operation that supports the Fund’s wider strategic objectives.
We're looking for a strategic communications leader with significant experience at senior level in media, social media and external communications. The ideal candidate will bring:
- a sophisticated understanding of the UK media landscape, including national, regional, devolved and trade media
- a track record of building influential relationships
- understanding of the impact of the changing traditional and digital media environment and the challenges that presents to reaching diverse audiences.
- experience navigating complex stakeholder environments and balancing diverse priorities.
Your background might include communications leadership in government, non-profit, or large mission-driven organisations where you've demonstrated the ability to translate organisational objectives into impactful communications campaigns.
Key responsibilities
- Lead the development and implementation of our external communications strategy across the UK
- Drive high-impact media and social media campaigns that advance our missions and elevate community stories
- Oversee our content strategy across all platforms, ensuring consistent messaging and compelling storytelling
- Build and maintain strong relationships with media outlets, serving as the Fund's principal media spokesperson
- Provide strategic counsel on reputation management and crisis communications to senior leadership
- Lead and develop a high-performing team of communications professionals across the four nations
- Manage resources effectively, ensuring communications activities deliver maximum impact within budget
Location: We have a hybrid approach to working. Work pattern and location will be agreed with the successful candidate. The role can be based at any of our UK offices: Belfast, Birmingham, Cardiff, Exeter, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester, Newcastle and Newtown.
Interviews: 16th June - Virtual
On application, please align your supporting statement to the criteria below
Essential criteria
- Substantial experience in developing external communications strategies across shared, earned and owned media
- Substantial experience in leading media relations for a complex organisation with demonstrable understanding of UK and relevant sector press
- Strong understanding of social and digital media and experience in using them to build engagement with audiences
- Strong leadership skills with experience developing high-performing teams and effective project management
- Understanding of the evolving media landscape, including emerging digital platforms and technologies
- Experience providing strategic counsel to senior stakeholders including during times of reputational risk and crisis management
- Ability to draft, edit and commission exceptional content for different audiences in multiple formats
- Excellent interpersonal, networking and communication skills, able to navigate complex organisational dynamics
Desirable criteria
- Understanding of the UK-wide and devolved policy context in which the Fund operates, potentially gained in the public sector, among voluntary, community and social enterprises, or in one of our mission areas
- Relevant professional qualification with evidence of continuing professional development
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.
We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.)
It starts with community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Community Project Lead
- Two-year fixed term, full-time (35 hours per week) or part-time (minimum 21 hours per week considered), £28,000 – £32,000 per annum depending on experience (pro rata if part-time)
- Remote or office-based. Occasional visits to IPSEA’s office in Takeley or a London venue required. This role will also include frequent travel to meet with community partners.
Do you have experience working with under-served communities and leading impactful outreach projects? Are you passionate about improving access to support for families of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)?
IPSEA is the leading charity in the field of SEND law in England, and we provide free and independent legal advice and support to families of children and young people with SEND. We also provide training on the SEND legal framework, and we influence policy at both a local and national level.
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Community Project Lead to join our team and lead the development of our advice services for under-served communities. This two-year, fixed-term role is a key part of our strategy to reach groups who may not traditionally engage with IPSEA’s support - including children and families with English as an additional language, cared-for children (children in care), migrant children, detained children, and Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities.
The project builds on a detailed scoping exercise we’ve recently completed, which involved working closely with a wide range of charities and organisations that support these communities. The resulting report outlines the barriers they face, and will form the foundation for this project and directly inform the work you will lead.
What you’ll do
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Design and develop pilot advice services that are tailored to the needs of under-served communities, using findings from IPSEA’s research
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Build and maintain strong relationships with community groups, charities and service providers to co-produce accessible services
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Collaborate with IPSEA’s advice, legal and policy teams to address the barriers these communities face in accessing SEND legal advice
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Contribute to and share outreach materials, training resources and toolkits to support families of under-served communities and empower local advocates
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Plan and lead workshops, focus groups and community events to raise awareness, gather feedback and enhance service delivery
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Monitor and report on project outcomes and impact, providing regular updates to IPSEA staff and stakeholders
You can work remotely or from IPSEA’s office in Takeley, with frequent travel required for essential meetings and community engagement.
If you share our commitment to protecting, promoting, and upholding the rights of children and young people with SEND, and would like to use your skills to improve access to vital advice and support, we would love to hear from you.
Visit our website to download a recruitment pack and application form.
Closing date for applications: 9am on Monday 16 June 2025
First-round interviews: Wednesday 25 June 2025 (London)
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!
The Fundraising and Marketing Assistant will support the charity’s fundraising activities, helping to generate income through community fundraising, events, grants, corporate partnerships, and donor engagement.
The role involves administrative support, donor communication, event coordination, and database management to ensure the success of fundraising campaigns. The assistant will be working closely with both managers in the Fundraising and Communications team.
Based at our headquarters in Chipping Campden, we can offer a flexible working pattern throughout the week
Please send a cover letter and CV
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us
We're the UK's leading charity for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis.
A diagnosis of Crohn’s or Colitis is life-changing. Over 500,000 people in the UK are living with a lifelong disease many people have never heard of, and for which there is no known cure.
Crohn’s & Colitis UK funds research, provides award winning information and support and raises vital awareness by increasing the public’s understanding of the conditions, and what it means to live with debilitating symptoms. But we need to do more. We need to be a louder voice in the marketplace. Our ambitious plans for 2025, will help to make a real difference to every supporter’s journey with us. If this excites you - join us!
Role Overview
As a member of the Joint Leadership Team, the post-holder will contribute to the leadership, planning and delivery of cross-team projects, helping to influence and meet the charity’s strategic objectives. Specifically, they will lead projects and programmes to deliver improvements in quality and standards of health services for people affected by Crohn’s and Colitis. In doing so, they will work closely with not only the Director of Services & Evidence and Heald of Health Services, but also external stakeholders including health and social care organisations, academics, researchers and other charities. The post-holder will also be actively involved in leading, supporting and developing the Health Services team.
About You
Ideally educated to degree level or equivalent, you will have experience of delivering health service projects and programmes and have come from a health services or medical charity background. You will be adept at developing operational performance metrics, strategies and objectives and have a proven track record in developing strong working relationships with external stakeholders. Whilst not essential, experience of managing and leading a team would be beneficial, as would be an awareness and knowledge of the needs of people affected by Crohn’s and Colitis.
Please see our Recruitment Pack for details of our full Job Description and Person Specification.
Our Location
We are based in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, so we are easily accessible by road and rail. In this role, there is plenty of scope for working from home, although there will be times when you will need to travel to events/conferences. You will be required to attend two Directorate days each year and occasional face-to-face meetings with your team or our partner agencies. In addition, the charity meets four times annually at its office in Hatfield (or a location in London) for its’ ‘All Staff Together’ days, at which attendance is mandatory.
Benefits
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing one day per year up to 30 days
- Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme
- Flexible working options
- Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity pay
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Wellbeing programme
- Interest free loan for season tickets
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking and secure bike locks
- Training and development financial support and/or study leave
- Performance review and development scheme
We are an inclusive employer and offer equal opportunities to all regardless of an individual’s age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
We are not a licensed sponsor at this time. Any offer of employment will be made subject to the applicant residing in the UK and a valid right to work in the UK being provided.
We will not be accepting any contact from Recruitment Agencies or Media Sales
Please submit a CV and supporting statement outlining why you’d like to apply, how you fulfil the person specification, and what you feel you will bring to the role, so you’ll need to refer to the Recruitment Pack.
Closing date: Tuesday 27th May at 9am
Interviews will be taking place on Wednesday 4th June and will be held remotely
Please note: no applications will move forward within the recruiting process without a supporting statement.
We break taboos, drive pioneering research, bring people together & campaign to improve lives. We are leading the fight against Crohn's & Colitis
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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A fantastic opportunity has arisen within our award-winning fundraising team, to join us in an exciting new role of Legacy and In Memory Fundraiser.
At Birmingham Women’s and Children’s Hospital Charity, we believe there’s always more we can do for our sick kids and women, and that’s why we will always strive to do more for our patients and families. It’s our mission to raise the vital funds needed to make a real difference to all who use our hospitals, and to make our hospital feel just like home.
This role requires someone with experience in legacy or in-memory fundraising, excellent communication skills and a strategic mindset. You will be able to connect meaningfully with supporters, manage multiple campaigns, and drive forward our strategy for growth and supporter engagement. You will be an ambitious, experienced, target driven relationship fundraiser, who is passionate and well-equipped to join our fast-paced team.
To be successful in this role you will:
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Have previous experience in relationship management and income generation - ideally within a legacy and/or in memory setting, and able to lead and inspire our supporters in order to generate long term income and awareness for the charity
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Be self-motivated, independent and target-driven
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Possess a natural confidence in talking to people and encouraging their support
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Have excellent communication and relationship building skills - be friendly, compassionate, inspiring and engaging
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Have experience of producing compelling supporter creative and fundraising messages
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Possess high emotional intelligence and resilience due to the sensitive nature of the role
What we offer:
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Flexible and hybrid working to support work-life balance
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Generous annual leave entitlement with additional leave for long service
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Enhanced sick pay
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Enhanced Maternity Pay
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Free flu jabs
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Cycle to work scheme
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Charity events throughout the year
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Employer enhanced auto-enrolment pension scheme with 8% employer contribution
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Ongoing commitment to education and professional development
The Charity is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
Successful candidates will have access to vulnerable beneficiaries therefore the role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.
If you think you have the qualities we are looking for and the desire to contribute, please download the Job Vacancy Pack and then send us a CV and covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria for the role and making clear why you would like to be considered for it.
The closing date for return of applications is 19th June 2025. Interviews will be held on 1st July.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Individual Giving Manager
Location: Leamington Spa (40%-60% of working time)
Salary: £48,000 per annum
About Us: The Smallpeice Trust is an energetic and independent educational charity dedicated to addressing the shortage of engineers in the UK. We engage and inspire young people aged 8-18 to choose pathways leading to a career in engineering. Our vision is to get young people excited about STEM subjects, no matter their background, through fun, sustainable and educational activities delivered by inspiring experts and partnerships. We want to inspire the young people of today to become the changemakers of tomorrow.
Role Purpose: We are seeking a passionate and dynamic individual to lead the development and delivery of strategies to engage high-net-worth individuals and alumni in support of our mission. Adept in building and nurturing relationships, the Individual Giving Manager will find new and engaging ways to cultivate a strong, sustainable network of individual supporters and secure significant, long-term philanthropic income for the Trust.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify, research, and engage high-net-worth individuals with an interest in STEM, education, and youth development, building long-term relationships through personalised communication and tailored stewardship plans
- Develop and execute fundraising strategies to secure five- and six-figure gifts from new and existing donors
- Develop and implement a strategy to engage The Smallpeice Trust’s alumni as future donors, advocates, and ambassadors, creating tailored communication and engagement opportunities at each stage of their life and career
- Deliver a year-round programme of tailored donor and alumni engagement, including strategic recognition events, campaigns, and initiatives that foster long-term relationships with alumni, new and existing donors
- Strengthen collaboration across teams to align donor interests with programme impact.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of donor engagement in the CRM system, ensuring insights inform strategy.
- Work closely with programme delivery, content and impact as well as marketing teams to align donor interests with organisational activity and ensure consistency of fundraising messaging across events, proposals and reports
- Monitor performance against targets and contribute to fundraising reports for senior leadership and the Board
What We’re Looking For:
- Significant experience in major donor fundraising, individual giving, or high-value relationship management.
· Demonstrated success in securing five- and six-figure gifts from individuals or philanthropists.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling proposals and donor communications.
· Experience planning and delivering events or engagement opportunities for supporters
· Excellent stakeholder management skills, collaborating effectively at all levels
· Familiarity with CRM systems for pipeline and performance tracking.
· Ideally, experience working in or with education, STEM or charitable sectors
Apply Now: Join us in inspiring the next generation of engineers! For full details of the role and requirements, please download the job description below
What can we offer you?
The salary for this role is £48 000
You will start with 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (which increases after 2 years). We also offer a generous pension scheme (7% employer contribution), free health care provision, death in service benefit.
We are committed to helping our team members maintain a healthy work-life balance, so offer hybrid working opportunities, with an expectation of being in the Leamington office 2-3 days each week, but this may increase slightly during busy periods.
Diversity Equality and Inclusivity Commitment
We want to seize every opportunity to build a truly diverse and inclusive workplace, making sure we best reflect the values of the Trust and the diversity of the communities we engage with. We work hard to ensure that we are making exciting opportunities available to all, and everyone feels valued, heard and respected so that they can reach their full potential.
If you feel you don't meet every requirement, please apply anyway. We are committed to supporting your growth.
Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, at either application or interview stage, please contact us.
The closing date for applications is: 22nd May 2025.
Interviews will be held in person at our office in Leamington Spa and are currently scheduled for 3rd June 2025.
As a children’s charity whose work and practice are underpinned by safeguarding principles to protect children and young people and enhance their welfare, we always work in accordance with legislation, statutory guidance, and best safeguarding practices. This role will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an Enhanced Disclosure Check.
Please note that you must be eligible to work in the UK to apply.
The Smallpeice Trust gives young people the support they need to bring their big ideas to life through science, technology, engineering, and maths.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Description
Senior Philanthropy Manager (Maternity Cover)
Contract: Maternity Cover, Full Time, 35 hours per week.
Salary : £51,439.00 - £57,869.00 per year with excellent benefits
Location: London, UK subject to the right to work.
UK Hybrid Working: A minimum of 40% of working time is spent face to face, either in London office, or as a result of external engagement or travel for WaterAid. WaterAid is located at Canary Wharf, London and this will be your location and contract base.
*60/40 hybrid working at WaterAid is currently defined as: 60% of an employee’s time in a location of their choice, 40% face to face, defined as in the London office, at conferences or at stakeholder meetings or other location as relevant for the proper performance of the duties of the role.
About WaterAid:
Want to use your skills in philanthropy and working with high net worth individuals to play a vital role in making clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene usual for everyone everywhere?
We need passionate, creative and dedicated people. In return, you will be encouraged and empowered to be yourself at your very best. Together, we will make a bigger difference.
Join WaterAid as Senior Philanthropy Manager (Maternity Cover) to change the world for millions of people so they can unlock their potential, break free from poverty and change their lives for good. Change starts with water – change starts with you.
About the Team
The Philanthropy and Trusts Team raises circa £6m per year from philanthropists, trusts and foundations. The audience is individual philanthropists (gifts over £10k per annum), and trusts and foundations (grants over £25k per annum).
About the Role:
As Senior Philanthropy Manager (Maternity Cover) you will:
- Proactively build a personal portfolio of HNWIs and UHNWIs able to give £1m+ through relationship development, appropriate and dynamic pitching and influencing and negotiating expertise.
- Effectively line manage three direct line reports. Lead by example and support high performance, ensuring the professional and personal development goals of staff are met.
- Proactively manage, with the prospect research team, the philanthropy team’s new business pipeline to achieve team and organisational objectives, working across the Strategic Partnerships department and across the WaterAid Federation as appropriate.
- Be the senior level contact for all aspects of event planning and delivery, supporting the Philanthropy and Events Manager to manage the strategic planning, development and running of an events programme to time and budget for the benefit of the Philanthropy and Trusts Team, and where appropriate, the wider Strategic Partnerships Department.
Requirements
To be successful, you’ll need:
- Proven track record of raising “Principal gifts” of £1m+.
- Proven ability to manage a successful philanthropic portfolio, achieving targets as part of a strategic plan and maximising income from existing supporters.
- Experience managing the complexities of income management and KPI’s to monitor the teams progress and growth.
- Experience of line management / supervising the work of others; leading and motivating others and driving change.
- Be confident in leading work with senior level stakeholders, both internally and externally, in order to secure significant grants and manage strategic partnerships, using tact and diplomacy.
- Have a passion for international development, a commitment to WaterAid’s stated values and a working style that reflects these.
Closing Date: Applications will close 12:00 Pm UK Time on 30 May 2025. Shortlisting and interviews may take place on a rolling basis and the application process will close if a suitable candidate is found prior to the advertised closing date.
How to Apply: Click ‘Apply’ to complete the pre-screening questions and upload your CV and an essential cover letter.
Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in my application? At WaterAid, we strongly advise against using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. Our goal is to ensure a fair and transparent process that provides every applicant with an equal opportunity to succeed. We value hearing about your unique experiences and perspectives in your application, and, if shortlisted, during the interview as well.
Pre-employment screening:
To apply for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the respective country. All pre-employment checks will be carried out according to the applicable laws in the respective countries to comply with our Safer Recruitment policy. All our UK-based vacancies require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Benefits
Our Benefits:
- 36 days' holiday (including 8 Bank Holidays)
- Option to buy an extra 5 days annual leave
- We offer a generous pension plan with employer contribution of up to 10%
- Wide range of flexible and agile-working arrangement
- Season Ticket Loan
- Free annual eye tests
- Pay as You Give charitable giving scheme
- Enhanced Maternity and Adoption/Surrogacy pay, Shared Parental Leave and Paternity Leave
- Sabbaticals
- Volunteer Day
Our Commitment:
Our People Promise: We will work with passion and focus to ensure safe and sustainable water, toilets and hygiene are available to everyone, everywhere. WaterAid is a place of purpose – where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have. We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to put the wellbeing of our people first, to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values.
Equal opportunities: We are an equal opportunity, disability-confident employer and are dedicated to achieving the highest standards of diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions and ways of life. This includes, but is not limited to, race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, national or social origin, health status, and economic or social situation.
Safeguarding: We are also committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously.
Our vision is a world where everyone, everywhere has sustainable and safe water, sanitation and hygiene.





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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!
At Toc H Newport, we offer co-produced activities, outreach services and practical support to some of the most disadvantaged individuals and families in the area, reaching over 600 individuals in 2024.Our vision is of a neighbourhood where everyone has the strong community life, emotional wellbeing and socioeconomic opportunities needed to flourish.
Our centre for service delivery is the Toc H Community Centre in Eveswell, Newport, where our offer includes our popular Stay and Play sessions for low-income families, and children’s after-school club Active Juniors. Our activities and services are incredibly popular, and we hold longstanding partnerships with local agencies and stakeholders.
It is an exciting period of growth for Toc H Newport, with a number of new funding streams making it possible for us to reach many more families in need across Newport in 2025 and beyond. This includes a £300,000 grant from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government’s Community Ownership Fund, allowing us to soon complete a full structural and interior renovation of our facilities. Following a Community Asset Transfer, our space will soon triple in size, meaning we can offer more activities and services to more local people. It’s a great time to join us and become part of a dynamic, collaborative team, committed to driving positive change at a local level.
**This role can be negotiated as a consultancy contract.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you an experienced fundraising leader ready to help shape the future of high-value giving?
The MND Association is at the forefront of the fight against motor neurone disease, and we're looking for an exceptional leader to join our team. As Head of High Value Partnerships, you will shape our high-value fundraising strategy, lead a talented team, and drive significant income growth across corporate partnerships, major donors, and trusts and foundations. This is a pivotal opportunity to secure transformational support that funds vital research and services for people living with and affected by MND.
As Head of High Value Partnerships, you will lead a talented team to deliver ambitious income targets and build strong, long-term relationships. You will bring a confident, collaborative approach and a proven track record of growing income.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a high-value partnerships strategy across corporates, major donors and trusts
- Lead a proactive acquisition approach and drive new business activity and secure six- and seven-figure partnerships and donations
- Build and maintain a strong, diverse pipeline of high-value prospects
- Work with teams across the organisation to develop compelling funding proposals
- Lead and support your team in managing donor and partner relationships
- Personally manage a portfolio of key relationships
- Contribute to and support the delivery of high-value engagement and stewardship events
- Develop funding bids and tenders in partnership with other teams
- Monitor fundraising performance and provide timely reports and analysis
- Champion an inclusive, high-performing culture across your team and wider colleagues
About You:
- Experience in at least two of the following: corporate fundraising, major gifts, or trusts and foundations
- Strong leadership skills with experience developing high-performing teams
- Able to build and sustain trusted relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
- Strategic thinker with excellent financial and analytical skills
- Skilled in written and verbal communication, including influencing and presenting
- Comfortable managing change and identifying opportunities for growth
- Confident managing budgets and using fundraising software and CRM systems
- Committed to the MND Association's purpose and values
About Us:
Our vision is a world free from MND. Our mission is to improve care and support for people with MND, their families and carers. We fund and promote research that leads to new understanding and treatments and brings us closer to a cure for MND. The Association also campaigns and raises awareness so the needs of people with MND, and everyone who cares for them, are recognised, and addressed by wider society.
What We Offer:
- 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays.
- Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies.
- 24/7 GP access via phone and video.
- Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines.
- Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave).
- Access to Benefit Hub for discounts on everyday shopping.
- Enhanced pension scheme.
- Opportunities for training and personal development.
- Hybrid working.
The full job description is available in the candidate pack.
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.
As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements.
Hybrid Working and Flexibility: This role offers hybrid working, with the expectation to attend the office 2 days per week. We are open to part-time applications or job shares - please indicate your preferred working arrangement in your application.
How to apply:
Please submit a CV and supporting statement. Your supporting statement should be no longer than one side of A4 and demonstrate how you meet the following areas of the role.
- Proven experience of growing income and providing excellent stewardship in at least two of the following areas: corporate partnerships, major gifts, and trusts/foundations.
- Strong experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
- excellent interpersonal, communication (written and verbal), and presentation skills, capable of building rapport and influencing effectively across diverse audiences.
Important Information:
- We may close applications early if we receive a high volume, so early submissions are encouraged.
- If you require sponsorship for this role, please clearly indicate this in your application.
- Depending on the role, a DBS check may be required.
- If you need reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us for support.
- We are happy to consider alternative application formats for those who find the online form challenging.
This is a flexible role with regular travel to London and other UK locations. As Head of High Value Partnerships, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of our income generation-and the future of people affected by MND.
If you're a strategic thinker, a passionate leader, and a results-driven fundraiser, we want to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Policy Manager will be responsible for reviewing and updating key areas of the regulatory handbook. You will engage with stakeholders to assess required changes, developing proposals for senior-level approval, and leading on communications.
You will contribute to the organisation’s strategic direction through involvement in business and strategic planning processes, the development of departmental plans and budgets, and by supporting continuous improvement—particularly in the area of entities regulation and lead key stakeholder engagement initiatives, consulting with the profession and wider legal community to inform policy decisions.
The appointed candidate will have:
- Experience in policy development and implementation
- Experience of drafting a range of materials for a variety of audiences including consultation papers, reports, Board and Committee papers, briefings and articles
- Experience of stakeholder management
- Line and performance management experience
- An understanding of regulation and how to design policy interventions
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
School Engagement Coordinator - Northern Ireland
Hours: Full time, 35 hours Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent, 5 days a week
Location: Belfast, UK. We operate in a hybrid pattern, combining home working with attendance at the office
Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 (GBP). Pro-rata plus Into Film benefits
Team: Activation Team
Seniority: Mid-level
About Into Film
Into Film is the UK’s leading charity for film in education and the community. We provide screen industry careers information and advice, support young filmmakers, and bring the power of moving image storytelling into classroom teaching.
We also run the annual Into Film Festival which enables more than 400,000 pupils to visit the cinema for free, and the Into Film Awards - the UK’s leading showcase for young filmmaking talent.
The core Into Film programme is free for UK state schools, colleges and other youth settings, thanks to support from the BFI, awarding National Lottery good cause funding, and through other key funders including Cinema First and Northern Ireland Screen.
Our vision – Film enriches the life of every child and young person.
Our mission – To inspire and support young people to learn, and to realise their creative, cultural and career aspirations, through film and the moving image.
Role Summary
The main function of the School Engagement Coordinator role is to
- The School Engagement Coordinator for Northern Ireland serves as a crucial liaison for the Into Film programme in the region. This role involves actively engaging with schools and educators to promote and support their participation in various initiatives related to film, games, and creative media.
- The Engagement Coordinator will be instrumental in ensuring that schools and teachers have access to the full range of educational resources, training, and opportunities offered by Into Film. They will collaborate closely with the Northern Ireland team to provide tailored support and foster meaningful connections between schools, the creative arts, and the industry.
Given the nature of the role, the Co-ordinator may need to work occasional weekends and extended hours, as well as travel regularly to designated regions and occasionally elsewhere in the UK.
Main Responsibilities:
- Proactively engage with schools, teachers, and educational stakeholders across Northern Ireland to raise awareness of Into Film's programmes and resources.
- Deliver a range of educational activities, including school workshops, screenings and industry events, tailored to the needs of the local area.
- Develop and maintain strong partnerships with schools, creative organisations, and screen industry bodies to support the delivery of Into Film's initiatives in NI.
- Contribute to the planning and implementation of Northern Ireland-specific programmes, including Story Builder, Games, Teaching with Film, Careers and Progression, and Young Creatives.
- Collaborate with teams across Into Film to ensure a joined-up approach to programme delivery, KPI achievement, and budgetary oversight.
- Ensure that Into Film's programmes respond to local needs and reach across Northern Ireland, while also feeding into the organization's UK-wide initiatives.
- Manage local partnerships and relationships, utilising CRM (Salesforce) to input and analyse data, create reports, and inform programme design.
- Support the existing Northern Ireland team with the delivery of locally funded projects and initiatives.
- Any other reasonable duties assigned by Into Film.
General Responsibilities:
- Commitment to quality internally and in all dealings with Into Film’s stakeholders including teachers, children and young people, industry partners, funders, supporters, parents and carers, and members of the public.
- Commitment and active participation in helping Into Film live its EEDI values and ethos through everything it does.
- Contribute to long term planning to ensure growth in line with demand and resources.
- Contribute to the regular monitoring and evaluation of Into Film’s work.
Person Specification:
Minimum Requirements:
- Significant experience in designing and delivering engaging educational programmes, including youth workshops and industry-facing events.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Northern Ireland education system, curriculum, and the local creative/screen industries.
- A track record of establishing and nurturing partnerships with schools, organisations, and industry stakeholders.
- Proven ability to successfully manage projects, including cross-departmental collaboration, budget oversight, and timely delivery.
- Experience in using data to generate reports, analyse programme impact, and inform future initiatives.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences.
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the capacity to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
- This role involves frequent travel to schools, including rural areas. Applicants must have a full, clean UK driving license and access to a reliable vehicle. Unfortunately, we cannot consider candidates who do not meet these requirements.
- A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and a demonstrated understanding of how to reach and positively engage underserved and underrepresented individuals and communities.
- This position involves regular travel to various locations across NI and occasional travel to other parts of the UK.
- Experience and full understanding of monitoring, reporting and evaluation to ensure the programmes continually improve and evolve.
- All employees regularly working with children and member data are required to undertake and maintain enhanced DBS clearance and Access NI check, acquired at Into Film’s expense; employment is dependent upon this.
Desirable:
- Project management
- Event management
- Partnership management
- Delivering training/workshops
- Understanding the Northern Ireland education system
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Youth Engagement
- Independent travel
- Familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite
- A love and knowledge of film and or games
All Into Film staff work in a hybrid pattern, combining home working with attendance at their local and national offices as required, along with some travel across the UK, as appropriate to the role.
We are open to flexible working models wherever the role allows, including working compressed hours. We also offer a range of staff benefits and perks which are detailed below
Into Film employees enjoy the following benefits:
- Annual Leave – 28 days (full time/pro-rata), including 3 days to cover office closure between Christmas and New Year.
- Additional long service holiday award – after 3 years at Into Film, staff are awarded one extra day of holiday for each additional year worked, with the total entitlement capped at 35 days, i.e. on your 4th anniversary at Into Film your leave entitlement will rise to 29 days, on your 5th anniversary, your entitlement will go up by another day to 30 days etc.
- Pension – matched up to 5% of salary (2% above statutory employer contribution).
- Flexible working including compressed hours, job share etc. – all applications favourably considered, approval will be at the discretion of Into Film.
- Enhanced parental/paternity/shared parental leave.
- Support for professional qualifications – money towards courses and/or study days, if relevant to role.
- Interest-free non-essential study loans.
- Interest-free bike/scooter/travelcard loan.
- Career break – up to 4 weeks' unpaid leave, after 2 years’ service (at team director's discretion).
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – 24/7 confidential wellbeing support, advice and guidance.
- Wisdom health insurance cover – non-contributory (apart from employee tax contribution).
- BenefitHub portal – offering discounts on healthcare, wellbeing products, and lifestyle products and services.
We are open to flexible working models wherever the role allows, including working compressed hours
All employees regularly working with children and member data are required to undertake and maintain enhanced DBS clearance (and/or Access NI check or Disclosure Scotland check, depending on working location), acquired at Into Film’s expense; employment is dependent upon this.
Closing: 8:00am, 10th Jun 2025 BST
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Job Type: Full time; Permanent
Location: Godalming HQ UK (Hybrid working pattern 2x days in the office)
Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum (depending upon skills and experience)
Join our clients highly successful fundraising team and use your expertise to deliver inspiring events that help end factory farming.
About Them:
Our client is a leading global organisation dedicated to ending factory farming worldwide. They were founded in 1967 by Peter Roberts, a British farmer alarmed by the rise of factory farming. Over the past 50 years, they have made major strides in abolishing inhumane practices such as barren battery cages, veal crates, and sow gestation crates in the UK and Europe.
Their approach involves campaigning, advocacy, and engagement with policymakers at national, intergovernmental, and corporate levels, building a movement of individuals concerned about animal welfare and the health and sustainability of our food. They are driven by a passion for animal welfare and food system change, believing in a future where animals are treated with compassion and respect, and where sustainable farming practices prevail for a healthy planet.
Their international headquarters are in Godalming (UK), with team members in 14 countries on four continents including the US, Italy, France, Poland, the Netherlands, Spain, Czechia, China, and a specialist policy office in Brussels. This role is part of the Global Fundraising Directorate of over 50 staff, consisting of Philanthropy, Individual Giving, Legacies, Digital, CRM and Brand teams, based internationally, primarily in the UK (HQ) and our six other fundraising markets in the USA and Europe.
About the Role:
As their Global Events Manager within their ambitious Global Fundraising team, you will play a vital role in delivering high-impact events that engage, inspire, and grow support from their international community for their mission to end factory farming. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop and manage their global fundraising events programme, to connect with their mid-level and major donors, and legacy pledgers across the UK, US, and Europe, through meaningful in-person and virtual experiences.
As part of this multifaceted role, you will be responsible for shaping and executing their Global Events Strategy, from donor receptions and immersive webinars to exclusive briefings and legacy events. By combining your creativity, organisational skills, attention to detail, and passion for building relationships, you’ll design compelling and compassionate event experiences that drive donor engagement and income growth.
About You:
To excel as their Global Events Manager, you will need to be a confident and creative events professional, with a passion for delivering memorable experiences that drive positive change. With a strong track record in planning and managing both in-person and virtual fundraising events, you know how to create moments that connect donors with a cause. You’ll know how to thrive in a fast-paced international environment, managing multiple projects with precision, and be skilled at building relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, with outstanding organisation and communications skills.
You’ll have experience working in a fundraising or membership environment and understand how to tailor events to help strengthen engagement, stewardship, and giving. You’ll be proactive, organised, and detail-focused, as well as flexible and collaborative, with the ability to work effectively across international teams and event platforms.
Why Should You Apply:
This is a fantastic opportunity to use your skills to create impactful donor experiences that directly support the mission to end factory farming and build a more compassionate global food system. You'll be part of a passionate, purpose-driven team that values your voice, supports your growth, and empowers you to make a real difference.
Join their team and make a lasting impact, while being part of a workplace that values and supports you every step of the way:
- Enjoy an enhanced annual leave of 25 days per year, along with bank holidays
- Our comprehensive benefits package includes core offerings like Health Cash Back Plan
- MHFA support – 24/7 GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
- Free onsite parking and office next to mainline station
- Optional savings schemes like the Cycle Benefit scheme
- Embrace a fulfilling career that prioritises your well-being, while also enjoying excellent development opportunities
- Hybrid working model (dependant on role and location)
- A defined contribution pension scheme
- Enhanced discretionary company sick pay
- Premium Subscription to Calm App
To Apply:
If you have the skills and experience to excel in this role, they are keen to hear from you and welcome your support in contributing to their globally impactful cause. Please submit your CV and a cover letter, outlining how you meet the Person Specification detailed in the job description. Please note that they reserve the right to commence interviews on a rolling programme.
Application Information:
Cut-off date: Tuesday 3rd June 2025
1st Stage (Teams) Interviews: Wednesday 11th June 2025
2nd Stage (Face to Face at HQ) Interviews: Tuesday 17th June 2025
No agencies please.
In order to comply with legal requirements, as part of their selection procedure they ask all potential employees to prove their eligibility to work in the UK.
Our client is committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. They value diversity and live experience and acknowledge the underrepresentation of people from certain backgrounds, both within their organisation and across the sector. They welcome applications from underrepresented groups, whether these be of ethnicity, gender, identity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation or other.
You may have experience of the following: Fundraiser, Individual Giving Manager, Donor Engagement, Fundraising Manager, Major Giving, Events Manager, Fundraising Events, etc.
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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!
Disability Sheffield is currently reviewing how we deliver our Community Advocacy work to ensure it is joined-up, fully user-led, representative, accessible and accountable to the community; and ultimately delivers positive change on behalf of our community. To do this effectively we are recruiting a new, senior post that oversees all of Disability Sheffield’s Community Advocacy work on a day-day basis to ensure that our work is as high-quality, consistent and impactful as possible.
This role will directly oversee both the established Sheffield Voices project and the pan-disability / non-LD community advocacy work. It will be a key role in Disability Sheffield’s newly formed senior management team (SMT) and will be the recognised deputy for the CEO in their absence. Some of this is still a work in progress, so initially the role will be about ensuring Sheffield Voices continues to deliver high quality, impactful work whilst starting to develop a more coordinated, effective and visible approach to our pan-disability / non-Learning Disabilities and Autism work.
For more information and to download the Cover Letter, Job Desctiption and Application, please click the "Redirect to Recruiter" button.
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About us
For over 130 years, our historic home at 14 Bride Lane has been more than just a building – it has been a beacon for creativity, learning, and community engagement, standing as a testament to London's rich printing heritage. The Foundation cares for an internationally significant collection celebrating the history of print, graphic design and typography.
Our Grade II listed Victorian building also features the 130-seat Bridewell Theatre and a hands-on print workshop, and event spaces for hire. We offer a dynamic programme of workshops, events, and exhibitions, currently attracting around 42,000 visitors annually.
We are in an exciting period of organisational development working on robust plans and policies and creating a new strategic direction to develop our collections, cultural offer and to bring it to a wider, diverse audience.
The role will be closely involved in projects that, under our new vision and mission, aim to transform SBF into a contemporary institute serving the creative industries, researchers and the wider public. The role will suit someone with a passion to take on challenges with the aim of creating a cultural hub fit for the 21st century.
Job Purpose
The Operations & Project Manager will oversee planning, project delivery, and commercial operations, ensuring that St Bride Foundation continues to fulfil its mission while growing its financial sustainability. This role is instrumental in managing strategic initiatives, optimizing processes, and leading teams to ensure efficient operations across venue hire, theatre management, and other income-generating activities.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Planning & Project Management
· Develop and maintain Gantt charts, project timelines, and key performance indicators for organisational initiatives.
· Work as part of the Senior Management team to oversee and deliver key projects on time, within scope, and on budget.
· Improve internal project management processes to enhance efficiency and collaboration across teams.
· Implement long-term strategic plans aligned with the charity’s mission.
· Attend meetings and contribute expertise to project groups as applicable.
2. Operations & Commercial Oversight
· Lead the teams managing commercial areas, including venue hire, theatre, events, commercial lets, and other income-generating initiatives.
· Ensure effective resource management, including staff, budgets, and operational tools.
· Identify opportunities to increase revenue streams while maintaining the Foundation’s charitable objectives.
· Develop and implement policies to improve operational efficiency, sustainability, and financial resilience.
3. Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management
· Provide leadership and support to commercial and operational staff, fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance.
· Work closely with external partners and stakeholders to enhance the Foundation’s impact and income opportunities.
· Ensure strong internal communication to keep all teams aligned with project goals and operational priorities.
4. Risk, Compliance & Facilities Management
· Ensure compliance with health & safety, GDPR, and other regulatory requirements.
· Oversee the stewardship of St Bride Foundation’s historic Grade II listed building, ensuring operational resilience and sustainability.
· Identify and mitigate operational risks, implementing solutions to improve efficiency and safety.
· Support sustainability initiatives, including energy efficiency and adherence to health & safety legislation.
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Essential Qualifications & Experience
· Proven experience in operations and project management (including a project management qualification such as PRINCE2).
· Strong understanding of Gantt charts, project planning tools, and process improvement methodologies.
· Experience managing commercial operations, ideally in venue hire, theatre, events, or income-generating activities.
· Proven experience in project management, particularly relating to building or refurbishment projects.
· Ability to lead teams, manage budgets, and drive efficiency improvements.
· Desirable: Experience in within the charity, cultural, or creative industries.
· Desirable: Knowledge of charity governance, compliance, and health & safety best practices.
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Key Skills & Competencies
· Leadership and team management skills, with experience motivating and guiding staff.
· Strong strategic thinking and decision-making abilities.
· Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
· Ability to work under pressure, balancing multiple projects and deadlines.
· Passion for cultural heritage, education, and community engagement.
· Strong problem-solving skills, with a proactive and adaptable approach.
· Excellent attention to detail.
· Highly organised, assertive, and persuasive, with a diplomatic approach.
· Experience in competitive and negotiated contractor procurement
· Self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills.
· Strong communication skills—verbal, written, and listening
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Organisational Values & Expectations
· Uphold St Bride Foundation’s commitment to cultural preservation, lifelong learning, and community engagement.
· Foster a collaborative working environment with colleagues, volunteers, and external partners.
· Adhere to ethical standards and best practices in charity governance and operations.
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Health & Safety Responsibilities
· Ensure compliance with all relevant Health & Safety policies and charitable sector guidelines.
· Promote a safe and inclusive environment for staff, volunteers, and visitors.
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Terms & Conditions
· Working Hours: 4 days a week (28 hours a week, excluding 1 hour lunch per day) 0.8 FTE
· Salary Banding: (Band 2 - 46 -55k pa) Pro rata salary offered = £36,800 - £44,000 pa
· Location: St Bride Foundation, London
· Contract Type: Permanent
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Why Join Us?
· Work at a historic and culturally significant organisation.
· Help shape the future of a unique creative and community-focused charity.
· Enjoy a dynamic and varied role, combining strategic leadership with hands-on project delivery.
· Be part of a friendly, passionate team dedicated to creativity, learning, and heritage.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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At Toc H Newport, we offer co-produced activities, outreach services and practical support to some of the most disadvantaged individuals and families in the area, reaching over 600 individuals in 2024.Our vision is of a neighbourhood where everyone has the strong community life, emotional wellbeing and socioeconomic opportunities needed to flourish.
Our centre for service delivery is the Toc H Community Centre in Eveswell, Newport, where our offer includes our popular Stay and Play sessions for low-income families, and children’s after-school club Active Juniors. Our activities and services are incredibly popular, and we hold longstanding partnerships with local agencies and stakeholders.
It is an exciting period of growth for Toc H Newport, with a number of new funding streams making it possible for us to reach many more families in need across Newport in 2025 and beyond. This includes a £300,000 grant from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government’s Community Ownership Fund, allowing us to soon complete a full structural and interior renovation of our facilities. Following a Community Asset Transfer, our space will soon triple in size, meaning we can offer more activities and services to more local people. It’s a great time to join us and become part of a dynamic, collaborative team, committed to driving positive change at a local level.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.