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Help tackle loneliness among older people in care homes
Thousands of older people living in care homes receive few or no visitors. Friends for Life Bedfordshire exists to change that.
Through our befriending and group activities, we bring companionship, connection and meaningful relationships to care home residents across Bedford and the surrounding area.
We are now looking for a Fundraiser to help secure and grow the income that makes this work possible.
About Friends for Life Bedfordshire
We are a Bedford-based charity working to address the social isolation of older residents in Bedfordshire’s care homes.
Founded in 2007, we have grown from a small local initiative to a registered charity with c90 volunteers supporting more than 30 care homes across Bedford Borough. In the last year, over 1,100 care home residents received our services.
The Role
This is a pivotal role for the charity. It is key to the delivery of our business plan and growth aspirations.
You will take ownership of fundraising and income generation, ensuring we have the resources to sustain and grow our impact.
You will lead on grant fundraising whilst also developing community and individual giving, and delivering engaging fundraising events.
This is a hands-on role in a small organisation, so you will have real ownership and visibility. You will shape our fundraising strategy and directly influence how many residents we can reach.
This role is suited to someone who is both strategic and practical — someone who can develop the fundraising strategy and the plan to deliver this, but is equally comfortable writing applications, building relationships and making things happen.
Key Responsibilities
Grant Fundraising
- Identify and secure funding from trusts, foundations and statutory bodies
- Write high-quality, compelling funding applications
- Build and manage a strong pipeline of funding opportunities
- Maintain relationships with funders, including reporting and stewardship
Community & Individual Fundraising
- Grow income through local partnerships, supporters and community initiatives
- Engage schools, businesses and individuals to generate support
- Work with Marketing, Partnerships & Activities Lead to develop campaigns that drive regular and one-off donations
- Strengthen our local supporter base and visibility
Fundraising Events
- Plan and deliver fundraising events (community and corporate), managing logistics, budgets and stakeholder coordination
- Work with Marketing, Partnerships & Activities Lead to promote events through social media and marketing platforms
- Ensure events are engaging, effective and financially successful
- Evaluate performance and improve future activity
Strategy, Compliance & Reporting
- Develop and deliver a clear fundraising strategy aligned to organisational goals
- Track performance against targets and provide insight
- Ensure all fundraising is compliant with regulations and best practice
- Represent the charity externally with confidence and credibility
About You
We are looking for someone who can take ownership of fundraising and produce results in a small, resource-constrained environment.
You will likely bring:
- Experience developing or contributing to a fundraising strategy
- Proven experience in fundraising, with a track record of generating income
- Strong experience in writing successful grant applications
- Experience of developing and growing income from community fundraising initiatives (e.g. partnerships, volunteer-led activities, individuals and events)
- Ability to build and manage relationships with funders, donors or partners
- Strong written communication skills — able to create compelling cases for support
- Ability to work independently, prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
- A proactive, resourceful approach — you don’t wait to be told what to do
- Comfortable balancing strategy with hands-on delivery
What We Offer
- £16.79 per hour (£18,334 per year for 21 hours per week)
- Employer pension
- Flexible and hybrid working
- A supportive and passionate team of staff, volunteers and trustees
- The chance to transform the lives of care home residents every single week
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a short covering statement outlining how your experience aligns with the position.
Selection will be via an interview.
Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to evidence this prior to interview.
Finally, the role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Duchenne UK works tirelessly to challenge barriers, deliver practical solutions, and speed up progress for families affected by Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). The charity collaborate with leading researchers, clinicians, industry and charity partners to deliver hope and measurable progress for people living with DMD in the UK.
Founded by two mothers whose sons were diagnosed with DMD, the charity has raised more than £34 million to accelerate research, improve care and help transform outcomes for families affected by this life-limiting condition.
As the charity enters a new phase of growth, it is investing in the structures, stewardship and fundraising expertise needed to build on that success while preserving the entrepreneurial spirit and close community connections that have made it so successful.
A newly created role, the Head of Relationship Fundraising will lead a diverse portfolio spanning Family & Friends fundraising, community fundraising, mid-value and major donor relationships, charity partnerships and corporate fundraising opportunities. Reporting to the Director of Income Generation, you will inherit an established portfolio of supporters and partners while identifying new opportunities for growth across the Duchenne community and beyond.
A key focus will be Duchenne UK’s Family & Friends Funds programme, a nationwide network of more than 50 family-led funds. You will combine ambitious income generation with exceptional supporter care, building trusted relationships with families, supporters, partners and donors whose connection to DMD is often deeply personal.
Working closely with the Director of Income Generation, CEO and co-founder Emily Reuben OBE, co-founder Alex Johnson OBE, and wider senior leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future direction of relationship fundraising and helping to build a more strategic and sustainable fundraising programme for the years ahead.
As Head of Relationship Fundraising, you will:
- Lead delivery of Duchenne UK’s relationship fundraising strategy, driving sustainable income growth across multiple income streams
- Develop and grow Family & Friends fundraising, community fundraising, mid-value, major donor, partnership and corporate fundraising opportunities
- Build and steward a pipeline of supporters and prospects, developing meaningful long-term relationships
- Develop the Family & Friends Funds programme, ensuring excellent and compassionate supporter experiences
- Develop supporter journeys, stewardship plans and relationship management processes that increase engagement and retention
- Strengthen fundraising systems, processes and ways of working to support future growth
- Operationally lead relationships with charity partners and key stakeholders
- Monitor fundraising performance, pipeline activity and KPIs
- Line manage the Community & Events Fundraiser and help shape the wider fundraising function’s future direction, structure and growth
Essential skills and experience:
- Significant experience in relationship fundraising, with a track record of delivering sustainable income growth
- Experience managing complex supporter or donor relationships in emotionally sensitive or values-led environments
- Experience working with high-value supporters or philanthropy audiences
- Experience developing community, peer-to-peer, high-value or partnership fundraising relationships
- Demonstrable success in achieving income targets and building fundraising pipelines
- Strong relationship management and influencing skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders
- Experience developing supporter journeys and stewardship approaches that improve engagement and retention
- Strong financial awareness, including pipeline management and forecasting
- Excellent communication skills and experience using CRM systems effectively
- Exceptional emotional intelligence, empathy and a commitment to outstanding supporter care
- A proactive, entrepreneurial and solutions-focused approach
Desirable:
- Experience within a health, medical research or disability-related charity
- Experience of diagnosis-led, in-memory or bereavement-related fundraising
- Knowledge of fundraising regulation, GDPR and Gift Aid
- Experience using Salesforce
Employee benefits
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
- Summer Fridays – half days on Fridays in July and August (pro rata)
- Team wellness day and team away day
- Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
Application at this initial stage:
- Your CV, ensuring alignment with the person specification
- Answers to the two screening questions (click on Apply Now to answer these)
Suitable applicants will then be invited to an initial call and full support will be provided for formal application (CV and supporting statement).
Annual leave: 33 days (plus eight bank holidays)
Benefits:
- enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, and shared parental pay
- family-friendly policies
- 8% employer pension contribution (Aviva)
- life assurance cover at 3 x annual salary
- health cashback plan (Medicash): employee cover plus up to four dependent children
- 24/7 virtual GP access (UK registered), plus access to Best Doctors
- confidential employee assistance programme (Medicash)
- access to a wellbeing app
- flexible working options including hybrid working, flexible working patterns such as part-time, compressed hours, and more*
- learning and development opportunities including bespoke training and access to LinkedIn Learning)
- commitment to employee health and wellbeing. We have a Menopause Friendly accreditation and are a Disability Confident employer
Dementia UK is looking for a Stewardship Executive to join our Philanthropy and Partnerships team. This is an exciting new role to the charity as a result of our five-year strategy and ambitious plans to grow and diversify our income. This role will help to deliver a consistent and meaningful experience for supporters across Philanthropy and Partnerships.
This is a varied coordination and supporter stewardship role at the centre of the team. You will play a key role in coordinating stewardship activities such as thanking, supporter communications and cultivation and stewardship events, including our annual carol concert. You will support internal processes, ensure fundraisers are well-supported to build strong relationships and hold some of your own, and support the Prospect Research Manager with prospect tracking and pipeline processes.
We are looking for you to have experience of administrative or coordination work ideally in a fundraising, charity or customer-focused setting or have an interest in this setting. You will be highly organised, proactive and confident managing multiple priorities. You will have strong communication and coordination skills, with the ability to build relationships with colleagues and supporters.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to step into a new function within Dementia UK and build a career in fundraising within a collaborative, supportive and ambitious team. If this sounds like you and you are passionate about helping Dementia UK deliver an excellent experience for supporters and partners, then we’d love to hear from you.
Our culture
In addition to a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, we truly value our people. It’s important for us to create a working environment that looks after our workforce to support them in achieving their full potential. You will become part of a diverse and dedicated team who are supported to use and develop their skills. We recognise and value the key role you will play in delivering our strategic plans for the benefit of those living with dementia.
Our staff have a voice. Representatives from different roles and levels across the organisation positively contribute to and lead on our working groups around health and wellbeing, menopause, and equity, diversity and inclusion.
Dementia UK is proud to welcome everyone. We aim for a truly inclusive culture with talented, diverse teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We celebrate difference and individuality and encourage everyone to join us and be their whole selves always.
Dementia UK is a Disability Confident Employer.
By applying to join Dementia UK, you acknowledge that in the event you are successful for the role, any offer and your ongoing employment will be conditional on you having or obtaining the right to work in the UK.
*Please note that any decision on flexible working is based on business needs
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you a dog lover who wants to make a difference through fundraising?
We’re looking for a Head of Mass Participation and Community Fundraising to lead the delivery of our exciting mass participation and community fundraising work, from sporting and challenge events to building community with local donors near our rehoming centres.
What does this role do?
As Head of Mass Participation and Community Fundraising, you'll:
- Lead the implementation of our exciting new community fundraising strategy, bringing our enthusiastic fundraisers across the country around a common goal that promotes our brand locally, embeds our work in local communities, and ultimately drives targeted income growth through donations and legacies,
- Lead the mass participation fundraising team to deliver a high-quality national event portfolio, generating income, amplifying the Dogs Trust brand and growing our national presence,
- Act as a link between directorate strategy and local delivery, ensuring delivery teams locally understand how their fundraising contributes to wider strategic goals and objectives,
- Collaborate with various other teams across Dogs Trust, from marketing and communications to rehoming centre teams, ensuring there is central alignment, and opportunities for collaboration are maximised.
This role can be based at any of our rehoming centres and will involve frequent travel to rehoming centres around the UK. Interviews are provisionally scheduled for 25th June 2026, and will take place on Teams.
Could this be you?
To be successful in this role, you’ll have a proven track record in leading community fundraising teams, with the ability to drive performance to deliver income growth. You’ll need experience of managing people, ideally remotely, as this role looks after a large team working from all corners of the UK. You’ll be confident working closely with senior stakeholders, negotiating and influencing, as well as the ability to deliver effective change management, ensuring teams understand the strategic vision and are motivated to deliver it. Above all, you’ll be passionate about fundraising and the work we do, and the ability to champion the amazing work our mass participation and community fundraising teams do.
About Dogs Trust
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.
To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a personal statement explaining your interest and suitability for the role.
Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.
As a key member of the Trusts & Grants team, The Trusts & Grants Fundraiser will work closely with the Trusts & Grants Manager to raise funds from a portfolio of charitable trusts in accordance with Child Bereavement UK’s budgets and targets.
Initiative, creativity, excellent organization and writing skills are required, together with the ability to develop persuasive proposals and nurture effective relationships with key stakeholders across Child Bereavement UK and externally.
This role comes at a particularly important time for CBUK when the charity is looking to evolve and grow services, diversify into new areas, and raise significant funds for ongoing work. The Trusts & Grants Team are a vital part of the charity’s expansion into new areas, and the post-holder will have the opportunity to work with frontline staff to develop new projects and bids.
Main Responsibilities
Leadership
- Create timely and compelling bespoke proposals and applications to charitable and corporate trusts, Lotteries and Government bodies.
- Develop and deliver to donor care plans to provide excellent supporter care to trust funders; aim to involve supporters in the achievement of the Child Bereavement UK mission and maximise the value and longevity of their support – providing accurate and informative reports and invitations to project visits and events where appropriate.
- Support in the development of new case for support and project documents; work with front-line staff to develop new bids and budgets.
- Keep up to date with Child Bereavement UK’s work, key priorities and future plans to effectively match with supporters’ interests and identify opportunities for support.
- Contribute to the Trusts and Grants annual business planning process as well as monthly planning and budget reforecasting.
- Undertake rigorous identification of prospective grant funders and detailed research into strong leads (through desktop research and face to face/virtual networking).
- Work closely with colleagues in other areas of fundraising and other departments across the charity, as well as volunteers and supporters to build strong working relationships and maximise cross selling opportunities.
- Ensure the effective management of all relevant information, including maintaining accurate information for prospects and donors on the charity’s database (Sales Force).
- Utilise a range of internal work and planning tools to ensure bids are of a good quality, relationships are maintained, and internal stakeholders are included in any decisions.
- Develop personal knowledge of trust fundraising, including completing relevant training and regularly reviewing relevant press and publications from relevant organisations.
Person Specification
Essential
- Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
- Trust fundraising experience
- Managing a varied workload
- Verbal and written communication with internal and external contacts
- Proven track-record of managing funder relationships with positive outcomes
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent numeracy and analytical skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to prioritise, work under pressure and to deadlines whilst maintaining excellent attention to detail
- Able to take responsibility for own work, consistently achieving and delivering to high standards, on time.
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong working knowledge of MS Office, in particular Word and Excel. Good numeracy skills
Desirable
- Experience of generating funds through government contracts
- Stakeholder relationship management
- Using Sales Force or another CRM database
- Experience of account management in the third sector
- Experience managing relationships with large-scale funders, including, but not limited to, the National Lottery, local government bodies, the NHS, Children in Need etc
- Research skills
- Relationship management
Benefits
- 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata if applicable) with increase for long service.
- TOIL for our hours work.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Company sick pay.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Life assurance.
- Training loans.
- Enhanced family friendly policies.
Recruitment Timetable
Application deadline: 16th June 2026 at midnight
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications for the role before the closing date.
Please refer to our recruitment pack for further details on the interview process.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Dementia affects every community, and meaningful change happens when people feel connected to a cause and empowered to support it.
At Alzheimer’s Society, fundraising plays a vital role in making our work possible. From local community events to corporate partnerships and individual giving, every relationship helps us continue supporting people affected by dementia.
As Regional Fundraiser for Surrey, you will help build and strengthen those relationships. You will work across your local area to engage supporters, develop new opportunities and ensure people feel confident and valued in the difference they are making.
You will be part of a collaborative fundraising team, working closely with colleagues across the region. The role combines relationship building, planning and delivery, with a strong focus on community presence and long-term engagement.
What you’ll do
You will help grow sustainable fundraising across Surrey by building strong, trusted relationships and supporting people to get involved in ways that work for them.
Your work will include both proactive relationship building and ongoing stewardship. Some days will focus on meeting supporters and exploring new opportunities, while others will involve planning, coordination and reviewing progress with colleagues.
You will also play a visible role in your local area, representing Alzheimer’s Society at community events and helping people understand the impact of their support.
You can expect to:
- Develop and deliver fundraising activity across Surrey, working towards agreed income and engagement goals with support and guidance
- Build and maintain relationships with corporate partners, community groups and individual supporters, ensuring they feel valued and connected to impact
- Identify and develop new fundraising opportunities through networking, conversation and community engagement
- Create accessible and engaging ways for people to get involved in fundraising, adapting your approach to different audiences
- Work closely with colleagues and volunteers across teams to deliver joined up activity and shared goals
- Monitor activity and income performance, using insight to support planning and decision making
- Represent Alzheimer’s Society at events and in community settings, including occasional evenings and weekends
This role involves travel across Surrey and occasionally wider areas in the region. Some evening and weekend work will be required, usually linked to events and community activity, and this will be planned in advance wherever possible.
About you
You are someone who builds trust easily, enjoys working with people and is motivated by making a difference in your local community.
- Experience of building positive relationships with people, groups or organisations over time
- Confidence working with basic financial information such as targets or income, with support where needed
- Ability to spot opportunities and help develop them into practical and achievable plans
- Understanding of or experience working with volunteers, or appreciation of their role
- A collaborative approach, working well with colleagues and contributing to shared goals
- Clear and respectful communication, with the ability to adapt your approach to different people and situations
You will also bring a willingness to learn, a thoughtful approach to relationship building and an interest in helping people feel connected to a cause that matters to them.
We’d like to invite you to join our upcoming webinar on Tuesday 9th June - 12:15 - 13:15
It’s a great chance to hear more about the role, meet the Hiring Manager, and ask any questions you may have.
Join us here - https://alzheimers.zoom.us/j/69879791157?pwd=0N4fAVx1psbrtezPSFc2LGuNibohjm.1
Interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place on 29th & 30th June via Microsoft Teams.
About Alzheimer's Society
Dementia is the UK's biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime.
At Alzheimer's Society, we're the UK's leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be.
Together with our supporters, we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives.
Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for.
Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society.
We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.
Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee forum and Employee Lived Experience network groups help us promote inclusion and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people.
Our hiring process
During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and can be at your best. We are working hard to ensure our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible, so please do inform us of your experience and anything you think we could do better by completing our candidate survey when you apply. Please also contact Alzheimer's Society Talent Acquisition Team via [email protected] for application support or any adjustments you might need.
To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. We recognise the benefits of AI, but if you're considering using it to submit your application, we encourage you to reflect on the value it truly adds. AI tools often lack the personal touch and authenticity that set candidates apart. We want to hear your unique perspective, experiences, and skills, so we encourage you to showcase them in your own voice.
We try to avoid closing roles early where possible, however if we receive a high volume of applications, we may close earlier than the advertised closing date. Should this occur, we will aim to provide you with at least 48 hours' notice.
We are committed to safer recruitment and ensuring the welfare of those we work with, due to the nature of some of our roles, we might need to carry out a Criminal Record Check at the relevant level. You can read more information via our Website.
Giving back to you
Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society.
You can also visit our Working for Us pages, which give you more information about what it's like to be an employee at the Society.
The Kirkwood provide specialist adult care for anyone affected by a life limiting illness across Kirklees. Their care begins at diagnosis, within their In-Patient Unit and Support & Therapy Centre in Huddersfield, or in patients’ own homes. Their amazing care is respectful, tailored to individuals needs and wishes until the end of life. This includes support for patients family members, friends, and carers during their illness and afterwards.
We are honoured to be working in partnership with them to recruit an In Memory and Legacy fundraiser. Would you love to join their fantastic fundraising team and enable The Kirkwood to reach more people, by growing sustainable income to continue their vital services?
If you have experience in fundraising, and the compassion and ambition to part of their passionate team we would love to hear from you.
The Role
This brand-new role is vital in raising awareness of the profound impact legacy and in-memory donations have on people affected by life-limiting or terminal illness.
Reporting directly to the Head of Fundraising and Development you will manage two key events, Light up a Life in December and the Sunflower Walk in August. As a champion for in-memory giving and gifts in wills, key responsibilities will include:
- Developing and delivering strategies to grow income from gifts in wills and in-memory giving
- Building meaningful, compassionate long-term relationships
- Delivering exceptional supporter engagement and stewardship
- Securing vital income through sensitive communication and inspiring campaigns
- Raising awareness of in-memory giving opportunities internally and externally.
The Person
We are looking for an experienced fundraiser, ideally with knowledge of legacy and/or in-memory giving. An understanding of the emotional nature of in-memory and legacy is essential. It would also be beneficial to have experience working with a hospice, or healthcare environment within the charity sector.
You should have:
- The ability to work collaboratively, building strong internal and external relationships.
- A flair for handling conversations in a sensitive, compassionate and professional manner.
- Experience in developing engaging campaigns and supporter journeys.
- Excellent project management skills.
- Knowledge of legal processes relating to wills, probate and legacy administration is also desirable.
Please note that you must hold a full, clean UK driving license and have regular access to a vehicle, insured for business use to apply for this position.
Why The Kirkwood?
The Kirkwood is not just a building, an In-Patient Unit, or a place of care. It is a movement of people united by the belief that everyone affected by a life-limiting illness deserves the very best care - care that improves quality of life, for however long that may be.
Together, they support those in their care to live well and make the most of every single day. The Kirkwood Movement is united behind one common purpose: to Support Life.
The Kirkwood has around 250 dedicated employees in both full and part-time roles, and is fortunate to have the support of over 800 committed volunteers. The team live and work by their values:
- Respectful and Inclusive
- Passionate and Determined
- Open and Honest
- Kind and Compassionate
- Forward-thinking
- Striving for Quality and Excellence
Benefits include:
- Free on-site parking (where available)
- High-quality, low-cost meals
- Complementary therapies
- Stakeholder pension scheme (NHS pension transferable for current members)
- Hospice contributory scheme, including death in service benefits
- Access to occupational health services
- Employee Assistance Programme (for employees and immediate family)
- Discounted health cash plans
If you would like more information, or to apply for this role we would love to hear from you please contact Leanne or Jen at Charity Horizons.
Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format such as audio or video upload, or require any adaptations for your initial engagement with us, please contact either Leanne or Jen who will be happy to advise on this.
Please also be aware that we use anonymous recruitment methods when submitting shortlists for all our roles and we only work with organisations that are happy to engage with us in this way.
Charity Horizons is an equal opportunities employer and as such actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable candidates irrespective of age, disability, hidden disability, race or national origin, religion or belief, gender, gender expression, political view, sexual orientation, medical condition and pregnancy.
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary is a large, well-established sanctuary dedicated to providing care, safety, and compassion for animals who have no one else to turn to. Caring for those that have no-one is at the heart of everything we do, and we are now looking for an experienced and enthusiastic fundraiser to help drive our mission forward.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and creative fundraising professional to lead and develop our fundraising strategy, helping to secure the income needed to expand and strengthen our impact. You will play a key role in building meaningful relationships with donors, supporters, corporate partners, and the wider community, while identifying and developing new fundraising opportunities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are looking for an experienced and driven fundraiser with strong leadership skills to play a pivotal role in contributing income for Moya Cole Hospice. This is an exciting opportunity to lead, engage and inspire a committed fundraising team across a range of disciplines.
You will grow support through motivating the team to give excellent stewardship of supporters, effective promotion of fundraising initiatives and building a strong and sustainable volunteer network within the community. You will be passionate about engaging supporters and empowering your team to maximise opportunities that make a real difference to the patients and families we care for.
Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will liaise closely with communications and trading colleagues and build strong relationships with staff across all hospice sites. You will partner with the Fundraising Appeals & Operations Lead to ensure robust administrative and financial processes underpin activity, and work alongside the Innovation & Digital Fundraiser to keep approaches relevant and forward-thinking. With the opportunity to deputise for the Head of Fundraising when required, you will be at the heart of our fundraising success, helping to safeguard and grow vital income streams that support the hospice’s essential work.
Job Title
Fundraising Manager
Location
Cross-Site
Salary
Hospice Band 6 – £39,959 – £48,117 pro rata (Competency Based Framework)
Hours
Full Time – 37.5 Hours Per Week
Contract
Fixed Term – 12 Months
Introduction
At Moya Cole Hospice, there’s one thing that motivates us and that’s providing excellent care and support to those living with or affected by life-limiting Illnesses. We’re continuously developing our plans for delivering outstanding person-centered care that is innovative and evidence- based and to ensure Moya Cole is in the best shape possible for future generations. You’ll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.
The Role
The Fundraising Manager will:
- Manage a team of fundraisers to deliver growth and diversification of fundraising across community, corporate, events and philanthropy income streams
- Deliver Income in line with the budget as agreed with the Head of Fundraising
- Work closely with the Fundraising and Communication team to ensure activities are maximised.
- Deliver inspiring team meetings, workshops and training to develop the skills of the fundraising team.
- Ensure effective use of the organisation’s fundraising database by all staff to provide effective information and comply with regulatory requirements.
- Build relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
- Attend networking events and meetings with potential donors
- Promote effective management of the health and safety of all staff and volunteers involved in fundraising activity, including the preparation of risk assessments
- In conjunction with the Innovation and Digital Fundraiser facilitate the testing of new platforms for fundraising which will increase and sustain income and the visibility of hospice fundraising within communities.
- To work with non-fundraising teams across the hospice to ensure promotion of fundraising activity, excellent supporter care and knowledge of hospice activities.
- To work closely with the Communications team to ensure that supporter stories are shared with the wider public and community events are promoted effectively.
- To plan work to inform and facilitate the achievement of the budget and maintain thorough record keeping in line with Moya Cole Hospice and Fundraising Regulator policies and guidelines.
Requirements
The Fundraising Manager will have:
- Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant experience; substantial practical fundraising experience is essential
- Significant, hands-on experience of delivering successful fundraising across multiple income streams in the UK charity sector (including community, corporate, events and philanthropy), with the capability to lead across all areas
- Proven track record of leading, motivating and developing teams, including effective management of people processes, to deliver strong results
- Demonstrate strong IT capability, including Microsoft 365 (particularly Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, Excel and PowerPoint), with the ability to produce high-quality progress reports and presentations
- Experience of using Raiser’s Edge or similar CRM systems to support fundraising activity, data management and reporting
- Manage budgets effectively, including forecasting, financial performance monitoring and income planning
- Proven ability to analyse and interpret data, produce performance reports, and use insight to inform decision making and drive income growth, including developing robust strategic business cases and reporting to senior stakeholders
- Fully conversant with legal and regulatory requirements relating to fundraising, including the Code of Fundraising Practice, data protection and information governance, ensuring compliant and ethical practice
- Lead the recruitment of staff and oversee the effective recruitment, engagement and management of fundraising volunteers
- Ability to travel independently as required for the role, including cross-site working and attending events
- Work collaboratively with other members of the fundraising team and wider hospice for the benefit of supporters and the hospice
- Be highly motivated and have the ability to work autonomously
- Take initiative and make decisions.
- Demonstrate energy, enthusiasm and flair to work hard and achieve ambitious targets.
- Build strong relationships with individuals and key stakeholders
- Demonstrate excellent team working skills
- Manage workload under own initiative with support of Line Manager
- Show commitment and motivation to the purpose of the hospice
- Be creative and innovative using technology to maximize income opportunities.
- Demonstrate a commitment to equal opportunities and diversity
- Show a flexible approach to work and be able to work out of hours as required
Key Benefits
- 35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
- Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
- Heath cash plan
- Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution (or the ability to continue with a previously held NHS pension (subject to making contribution’s into the scheme in the previous 12 months)
- Life cover
- Free parking
- Discounted meals on site
- Meaningful work, making a difference in the lives of others
- Opportunity to develop your leadership skills within a structured development framework
- IIP Platinum employer creating the right environment for everyone to thrive and reach their potential
How to Apply
If you would like to contribute to making a difference for a much-loved charity, we’d love to hear from you.
Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.
The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS Check at the level appropriate to the role, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.
Timescales
We reserve the right to close and interview prior to the dates outlined below.
Closing date: 3rd July 2026
Interview date: 14th July 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are looking for an experienced corporate fundraiser to help maximise charitable income to The Christie Charity by developing the corporate fundraising portfolio and securing corporate support and sponsorship from new and existing business contacts.
This is an exciting time to join The Christie charity as we embark on a period of transformational growth with the launch of key capital appeals enabling us to see a real step change in our income. We are looking for dynamic individuals to join our successful fundraising team at this exciting time.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £31,000 - £36,500
Contract: Permanent
Location: Hybrid (1 day pcm in Peterborough)
Closing date: applications reviewed on a rolling basis, apply early to avoid disappointment
Benefits: Flexible working policies, free gym membership at Peterborough office, life assurance
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Challenge Fundraising Officer to join a UK-wide health charity dedicated to improving the lives of people and families affected by a serious, life limiting lung condition. Reporting to the Head of Fundraising, this role sits within an ambitious and growing fundraising team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced challenge or mass participation fundraiser who is motivated by growth, creativity and supporter experience. You will play a leading role in expanding the charity’s challenge events portfolio at a pivotal time, contributing to a new five year strategy that places income growth, inclusion and long term supporter engagement at its heart.
As part of this exciting role, you will lead the delivery and growth of third party and mass participation challenge events, managing the full supporter journey from recruitment through to stewardship and re-engagement. You will use insight and data to monitor performance, improve ROI and refine future activity, this is a great opportunity to develop your skillset.
To be successful as the Senior Challenge Fundraising Officer you will need:
- Proven experience in third party or mass participation challenge fundraising
- A strong track record of growing participation and income
- Confidence using CRM systems and fundraising data to track performance
If you would like to discuss this role with us please email your CV to [email protected] or contact us and quote the reference 2952AJ.
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
Would you like to be the right-hand person to our passionate, award-winning Chief Executive, who was recognised with an MBE in 2025 “for services to charity and disadvantaged people”? Do you have the skills, experience, confidentiality and flair to be a step ahead to enable her to deliver her role effectively? Are you a keen multi-tasker, able to juggle that role with office and HR duties, meticulous stewardship of our individual donors and community fundraisers, and event management? This is a key position with Create, as the charity delivers on its ambitious plans to double its reach and impact by its 25th anniversary in 2028. The successful candidate will have extensive EA experience at a senior level, a passion and flair for managing multiple tasks seamlessly, outstanding people skills and an unstoppable drive to make a difference.
Create believes in the power of the creative arts to promote inclusion, empower lives and increase acceptance.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Fundraising Officer
Join an international animal welfare organisation, offering care and protection to donkeys worldwide.
We now have an exciting opportunity for a proactive team player with outstanding decision-making skills and a strong customer service ethic to join the dedicated Fundraising Department.
Position: Fundraising Officer (internally known as Major Gifts Officer)
Location: Devon/Hybrid (site attendance estimated to be one day per week, flexibility considered)
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, 08.30-16.30, Monday-Friday
Salary: £31,431per annum
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Sunday 5 July 2026. Please note this role may close earlier than advertised so apply as soon as possible.
About the Role
As Major Gifts Officer, you will support delivery of agreed activity within the Major Gifts Team, successfully cultivating and stewarding a portfolio of mid-value individuals and trusts and delivering a range of agreed projects. Working closely with the Major Gifts Managers, you will evolve and continuously improve supporter stewardship and cultivation activity in line with their capacity and propensity to donate, continuously evaluating performance.
Your principal duties and responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the delivery of the Major Gifts Strategy, improving Major Gifts performance.
- Supporting the Major Gifts cultivation/stewardship programme to grow the number of supporters financially contributing mid value and major gifts.
- Managing, supporting and attending Major Gifts stewardship and cultivation meetings and events, including supplier liaison, supporter invite lists, follow ups and budgets.
- Securing, managing and stewarding a portfolio of active mid-value donors and charitable trusts, delivering compelling bids and donor reports, forging and maintaining strong and enduring relationships.
- Researching current and potential major and mid-value donors to enable a donor-centric approach.
- Delivering and reporting on agreed development and stewardship projects, fundraising targets.
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date donor information on our CRM system.
About You
We are looking for someone with:
- Demonstrable experience of strong administrative and organisational support within a busy, fast paced environment.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to plan, organise, and prioritise workloads.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong data management skills, and experience of working with databases or CRM systems.
- Experience of managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
- Able to support the planning and delivery of activities or events, including administrative and logistical coordination.
Benefits include:
- Competitive pension.
- 31 days holiday (including Bank holidays), rising to 34 will each full year of service.
- Wellbeing team.
- Recorded Pilates and Yoga classes.
- Long service awards.
- Healthshield plan, including reimbursement of some medical expenses up to the specified limits per membership, offers, discounts and cashback on shopping, travel and entertainment from participating outlets, access to a 24/7 GP and counselling service.
- Free parking.
- Subsidised restaurant and shop.
About the Organisation
Join one of the UK’s largest international animal welfare charities, currently supporting projects in over 35 countries worldwide, working for a world where donkeys and mules live free from suffering and their contribution to humanity is fully valued.
The Charity is a Disability Confident Employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people (children and adults) and expects all staff and volunteers to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to safer recruitment processes, including an application for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check where required for the post.
You may also have experience in areas such as Fundraising, Fundraiser, Major Donor, Major Gifts, Fundraising Officer, Major Donor Fundraiser, Major Gifts Fundraiser, Major Donor Fundraising Officer, Major Gifts Fundraising Officer, Events Fundraising, Individual Giving Fundraiser, Community Fundraiser.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP
Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a fantastic charity to recruit for the Fundraising Executive to become the local face of a well established charity within Worcestershire.
As Fundraising Executive, you will be responsible for growing income and awareness across Worcestershire by developing meaningful relationships with supporters, volunteers, community groups, schools, and local businesses.
Working closely with the Community Fundraising Manager and wider fundraising team, you will help deliver regional fundraising plans, identify new opportunities, and provide exceptional supporter stewardship to maximise engagement and long-term loyalty.
This is a varied and rewarding role that combines community engagement, relationship management, volunteer support, event attendance, and fundraising development.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with supporters, community groups, schools, and local businesses.
- Develop and manage a pipeline of fundraising opportunities, including identifying new prospects and re-engaging previous supporters.
- Deliver excellent supporter stewardship, ensuring individuals and groups feel valued and connected to the charity's impact.
- Support and grow a network of volunteers through training, guidance, and regular engagement meetings.
- Deliver presentations, talks, and fundraising pitches to a variety of audiences.
- Provide advice and support to community fundraisers, ensuring compliance with relevant fundraising regulations and best practice.
- Maintain accurate records using CRM systems and monitor fundraising performance against agreed targets.
- Support community awareness initiatives, including educational programmes and public engagement activities.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation to maximise fundraising opportunities and supporter engagement.
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- A confident communicator with excellent relationship building skills.
- Experienced in customer service, fundraising, sales, community engagement, or stakeholder management.
- Self-motivated, organised, and capable of managing a varied workload independently.
- Comfortable presenting to groups and acting as an ambassador for a charitable cause.
- Experienced in working towards targets and achieving measurable outcomes.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and database/CRM systems.
- Flexible and willing to work occasional evenings and weekends to support events and community activities.
Essential Requirements
- Full UK driving licence.
- Access to a vehicle for business travel.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
Desirable
- Experience in fundraising or the charity sector.
- Experience working with volunteers.
- Institute of Fundraising qualification or equivalent.
Salary & Benefits
•Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum
•Contract type: full time, permanent
•Location: remote- you need to be based in Worcestershire (with travel across the region)
Recruitment process: Cv to
If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!
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Fundraising Manager
Location: Home-based, with regular travel across the Thames Valley region
Salary: c.£38,000 per annum (pro rata if part-time)
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
This role is offered on a full-time basis (37 hours per week), although flexible and part-time working arrangements will be considered for the right candidate.
Purpose:
Ways Into Work is seeking a proactive and relationship-focused fundraiser to lead and develop income generation across the charity.
As the charity’s sole fundraising professional, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering a sustainable fundraising strategy, with a particular focus on developing and growing corporate partnerships and business support across the Thames Valley region.
Alongside corporate fundraising, you will identify and secure support from trusts and foundations, community organisations and individual supporters where appropriate.
Key Responsibilities:
Corporate Partnerships & Business Development
- Lead on developing and growing corporate partnerships and sponsorship opportunities.
- Identify, research and approach prospective corporate supporters.
- Build and steward long-term relationships with corporate partners.
- Develop relationships with community groups to encourage fundraising support.
Trusts & Foundations:
- Research and identify funding opportunities.
- Write compelling funding applications and reports.
- Work with colleagues to gather project information to support applications.
Fundraising Strategy & Income Development:
- Develop and implement a fundraising plan.
- Diversify income streams.
- Monitor performance and report to leadership.
Communications & Supporter Engagement:
- Support fundraising campaigns and communications.
- Share impact stories and case studies.
- Represent the charity at events.
Fundraising Operations:
- Maintain accurate donor records.
- Ensure timely acknowledgement of supporters.
- Support fundraising systems and processes.
Governance and Compliance:
- Ensure all fundraising activity is ethical and compliant.
Person Specification:
Essential Skills & Experience
- Experience in fundraising or partnerships.
- Strong relationship-building ability.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong organisational skills.
- Experience working to targets.
- Confidence networking externally.
- Good IT skills and record keeping.
- Commitment to the mission of Ways Into Work.
- Full UK driving licence.
Desirable
- Experience in corporate partnerships.
- Experience writing trust applications.
- Knowledge of CRM systems.
- Experience in a small charity environment.
(We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications)
Ways into Work are committed to safeguarding all clients and staff. We adhere to all local and national policies aimed at promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Offer of employment is subject to a successful Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS).
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