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Our clients are mostly long-term unemployed and have experienced repeated rejections from multiple jobs: 40% have been unemployed for over a year, 20% have applied to over 20 jobs and 23% have applied to over 50 jobs. The majority are also from minoritised communities and face intersectional barriers to employment: 32% are lone parents, 16% consider themselves to have a disability and 52 % are from an ethnic minority.

With the support of the Greater London Authority (GLA), Smart Works is about to begin an innovative employment project to connect underrepresented women across London with high-quality job opportunities. Over the next 12 months, this project will place women directly into good work within priority sectors, whilst also helping employers build more inclusive recruitment pipelines and practices. 

The Employer Engagement Manager will be central to the success of this project. Reporting to the Head of Programmes, they will lead on employer engagement and job brokerage for Smart Works. They will act as a primary contact for the GLA, ensuring effective partnership working and the delivery of ambitious outcomes for both clients and employers. 

To apply for this job, please submit your CV and Cover Letter via our online portal (answering the below questions) by 12 noon on Tuesday 28th October 2025:

• Why do you want to work for Smart Works? (Max 200 words)
• What experience do you have of building relationships with employers that have led to quality employment opportunities for programme beneficiaries? (Max 350 words)
• Why do you think you are well suited to the role of Employer Engagement Manager? (Max 350 words)
• Is there anything else you would like to share at this stage? (Max 150 words).

Trust and Foundations Manager  £38,250 Full time remote

Are you passionate about securing funding that transforms girls' lives? We're looking for a strategic and organised Trusts and Foundations Manager to maintain and expand our trusts and foundations portfolio at GFS. You'll lead the full fundraising lifecycle from prospect research and compelling application writing to grant management, reporting and stewardship, while embedding our fundraising strategy and building values-aligned partnerships. 

About Girls Friendly Society 

Established in 1875, GFS is one of the oldest UK registered charities working to support girls and young women. We believe in challenging gender inequality by empowering girls and young women. We achieve this by providing groups and opportunities for girls and young women to build friendships, gain confidence, and learn that they are unstoppable. We deliver a programme of activities designed to develop socio-emotional skills such as confidence, self-esteem, emotional wellbeing, and resilience, and recruit and train women volunteers to run those activities in a space designed for girls and young women. We prioritise working in areas of disadvantage. 

Why Join Us? 

At GFS, we believe in creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where our team can thrive. As part of our organisation, you'll enjoy: 

•  Remote working with annual in-person opportunities to connect with colleagues
• 25 days annual leave (pro rata), plus bank holidays 
• Long service leave after two years 
• GFS Pension Scheme with 7.5% employer contribution 
• We embrace flexible working and support our employees to work in ways that suit their individual circumstances and responsibilities.   
• 24-hour access to Employee Assistance Programme 
•  Annual EDI Learning Days 
• Study time and personal training budget to support your professional development 

 Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion 

GFS is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from marginalised communities including Black, Asian and minoritised ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ individuals, disabled people, and those from underrepresented groups. 

As part of our commitment to equitable recruitment, we guarantee interviews for candidates from marginalised communities who meet the essential criteria for the role. We are also committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace. If you require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure an accessible and inclusive process. 

Key Dates 

• Closing date:  Noon, Tuesday 4th November 2025 

• First Stage Interviews: Tuesday 18th and Wednesday 19th November 2025 

• Second Stage Interviews: Wednesday 26th November 2025 

Would you like to work in a forward-looking, agile, innovative, faith-based charity? One where you can bring your current skills and experience and develop your career through our global training partner.

From its humble beginnings, ICC has become a trusted advocate and innovative leader in providing compassionate care for children with disabilities. For over 30 years, thousands of vulnerable children’s lives have been transformed by the essential services we provide.

Within China’s ever-changing social landscape, ICC’s nurturing care is modelling a new standard of support and empowerment for children with disabilities. Our dedicated team of therapists, special educators, social workers, vocational trainers and medical staff work tirelessly to help children live with hope, dignity and opportunity.

Main purpose of the role 
As our Fundraising Manager, you will be responsible for the development and delivery of our fundraising strategy, working closely with the Executive Director, the Finance Team, the Insight Fundraising Officer and the Trust and Foundations consultants. The Fundraising Manager will develop existing income streams and strengthen stakeholder and supporter engagement. As Fundraising Manager, you’ll work closely with other global team members to review and implement our fundraising strategy in line with our strategic goals. 

Main Responsibilities: 

1. Play a leading role in the development and delivery of ICC’s fundraising strategy and the success of direct marketing, telemarketing and online campaigns to generate cash, regular giving and Gift Aid. 
2. Plan, research and implement all aspects of direct marketing aimed at acquiring and retaining new and existing supporters. 
3. Establish a robust donor stewardship strategy, building strong relationships with existing  and potential donors and increasing donor retention and engagement 
4. Lead on the cultivation and stewardship of partnerships with churches. 
5. To manage the direction and relationship with our Trust and Foundation consultants by collaborating in the research, writing and submitting targeted Trust applications and report on grants awarded. 
6. Work with the team to support the legacy giving strategy, to maximise long-term income. 
7. To have oversight of the in-house CRM database (Microsoft D365). Work with the team to develop competency in the effective use of our CRM database as part of our donor stewardship and reporting structure. 
8. To assist and promote ICCs presence at fundraising and other events.
9. Manage the ongoing development and implementation of a regular giving strategy and donor care to reduce attrition rates. 
10. Regularly monitor and evaluate direct marketing campaigns, Trust fundraising, recurring giving and legacy fundraising, provide results and feed the learning back into the organisation. 
11. To keep abreast of key issues and best practices within the direct marketing/fundraising sector. 
12. Ensure fundraising practices comply with GDPR, the Data Protection Act and the Code of Fundraising Practice. 
13. Undertake additional duties as requested. 
14. Line manage the Insight Fundraising Officer and lead our Trusts and Foundations partner.

Fundraising Campaigns and Events 

1. Plan, coordinate, and manage our annual fundraising event. 
2. Support the Executive Director on other events. 
3. Project manage our newsletter and appeal campaigns. 

Safeguarding Statement

International China Concern is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults in all our programmes and operations. We expect all staff, volunteers, and partners to uphold this commitment and adhere to our safeguarding policies and procedures.

All staff play a critical role in ensuring that safeguarding is embedded within the organisation. This includes promoting a culture of safety, ensuring child protection risks are identified and mitigated, and supporting staff and partners to uphold safeguarding standards.

Pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with safer recruitment practices, including criminal record checks, reference verification, and assessment of suitability to work with children. The successful candidate will be required to complete safeguarding training and demonstrate a strong understanding of child protection principles, particularly in international and cross-cultural contexts.

We operate a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and exploitation. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility, and we are committed to continuous learning and improvement to ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child we serve.

We together are: 

Filled with FAITH, Moved with a heart of COMPASSION, Connected by a Spirit of  COLLABORATION, Leading through INNOVATION, Serving with PROFESSIONALISM

Our preference is for a full-time candidate working remotely. However, we are willing to consider applications from exceptional candidates who would only be interested in working part-time or as part of a job share.

For the full person spec and job description, please refer to the attachment below.

Alumni Engagement Assistant (2 posts)

Goldsmiths, University of London is recruiting two posts:

• Full-time Alumni Engagement Assistant (35 hours/week) 
• Part-time Alumni Engagement Assistant (14 hours/week) 

What makes Goldsmiths unique?

Goldsmiths is a world-renowned university that has a reputation for rigorous and innovative academic work; creativity has long been our hallmark. Academic excellence and imaginative course content combine to make a place where creative minds can thrive.

About the Department

The Development and Alumni Office is a small, dynamic team responsible for building a culture of support for Goldsmiths, whether that is through philanthropy, volunteering or advocacy. Our fundraising activities support highly impactful projects that change lives and even save lives, and that reflect Goldsmiths' values of civic engagement, social inclusion and educational excellence. The Alumni Engagement and Alumni Giving programmes aim to build relationships that inspire alumni, colleagues and friends to support Goldsmiths through volunteering, donations and gifts in Wills.

About the Role

Goldsmiths has an alumni community of 93,500 former students and staff in 160 countries around the world, who offer a unique set of skills and experience. This vital role at Goldsmiths will assist the Alumni Engagement and Alumni Giving team with building and maintaining relationships with alumni through impactful communications, volunteering, events and giving initiatives, which seek the engagement and support of our alumni community.

About the Candidate

We are looking to recruit two exceptional candidates to the role of Alumni Engagement Assistant. This vital role will be the first point of contact for alumni, as well as having responsibility for alumni communications, engaging alumni with volunteering, and assisting with events.

The role would suit a highly creative individual with the ability to write compelling copy for external audiences, build strong relationships with a diverse range of individuals internal and external to the organisation, and with good initiative and problem-solving skills. You will bring relevant work experience or volunteering experience, which may be from the Higher Education or Not for Profit sector, or from a communications or customer service role.

The role offers an attractive range of responsibilities and learning and career development opportunities for an individual who is looking to develop their career in a successful team.

For 140 years, the Forces Employment Charity has proudly supported Service leavers, veterans, and their families in building successful civilian careers. We provide veterans with life-long, life-changing support, jobs, and training opportunities, regardless of circumstances, rank, length of service, or reason for leaving.

By working for FEC, you will become part of a vibrant team living the charity’s values: Expert, Supportive, Passionate, Open and Honest, Resilient, and Collaborative.

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Brief role description  

To establish and develop key employer relationships to source and promote suitable, quality vacancies and vocational opportunities for all Service Leavers (Sl), (including CTP Assist and Early Service Leavers), Veterans, Reservists and Spouses across the Forces Employment Charity (FEC).

The Key Account Manager (KAM) will take an Apprenticeship-to-Executive approach to employer engagement by initiating, developing, and managing relationships with employers and employer organisations across allocated Sectors to source a range of employment opportunities, including full & part-time appointments, work experience opportunities and portfolio work.

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Interested? Want to know more about the Charity?​​ check out our website

​Eager to know more about the role?​ Have a look at the Job Description attached 

​What’s in it for you?​ Check out our Benefits.

Have we convinced you to apply? ​If so, submit your CV and Covering Letter by ​Friday, 7 November 2025.

Got questions about the role? Get in touch with the People Team 

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Please note: Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert; therefore, we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. ​

If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made The People Team aware before applying. 

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff by fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone, including those with disabilities, can thrive, develop, and achieve their full potential. We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and ensure reasonable adjustments are made to support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. 

We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that residency and security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process.

About you

Do you have excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills? Do you enjoy interacting with supporters and building lasting relationships?   Want to use your skills to make it possible for people with myeloma, an incurable blood cancer, to live longer and better lives? 

Myeloma UK is looking for a driven and pro-active Events Fundraiser to join our growing Community and Events team.  You’ll be joining the team as we continue to refine and expand our mass participation events portfolio including London Paris Ride, Great North Run and 100 miles for myeloma. You will have experience in event delivery or project planning, delivering these activities within tight deadlines while successfully building effective relationships.

The role holder will have strong administration skills, attention to detail and work as part of a team.  You will be self-motivated and able to work remotely with little supervision, managing a wide range of tasks and having an interest in sporting and mass participation fundraising events.

Previous experience or knowledge of digital marketing, virtual fundraising events and using Raiser’s Edge or similar CRM system would be an advantage but not essential. 

About the role

As the Events Fundraiser you will be required to research, promote and deliver fundraising events, campaigns and activities, providing excellent stewardship to supporters, whilst working to help achieve monthly fundraising income targets.  You will work to deliver an annual calendar of runs, walks, challenge and sporting events across the UK as well increasing support through Myeloma UK virtual and Facebook events.

The role holder will work with the Senior Event Development Fundraiser to provide the highest quality of event delivery as well as developing relationships, securing support, marketing, delivering and monitoring the event ensuring post event evaluation and future recommendations are made.  They will also work closely with Community Fundraisers, supporting them as they identify opportunities to expand and diversify their fundraising portfolio.

You will work with other teams, develop materials required to support all marketing and promotion of events, ensuring organisational brand, style and key messages are adopted and ensure maximum use of database and other technology to increase operational efficiency within event fundraising.

About us

Myeloma UK is the only UK charity focused on myeloma and its related conditions.  We provide support and influence access to treatments, while researching a cure.  Thanks to life-extending treatments and support, today many people affected by myeloma are able to live longer and to live well.  Together, we support, so no one faces myeloma alone. 

We are committed to bringing together the best and brightest people to help us ensure that every patient has an empowered present and a hopeful future.

Our ultimate goal is to find a cure and make myeloma history. Until then, our mission is to help every patient live well with myeloma for as long as possible. We are committed to diagnosing myeloma earlier, discovering and sharing knowledge, transforming the patient experience and influencing positive change in care.

Our culture

Wellbeing and staff engagement are at the heart of our culture.  We offer our employees a range of benefits including a pension salary exchange scheme, flexitime, flexible working from home with hub-based office working, health plan, employee assistance plan and holiday purchase scheme and we are committed to providing learning and development opportunities for all our employees.

How to apply

If you think you would be a great fit for this role, get in touch and tell us more about yourself by sending the following:

1. A cover letter telling us more about you and what you think makes you a good fit for this role

2. A CV that sets out your career history, with key responsibilities and achievements

Applications close on 26 October 2025 and interviews will be held w/c 3 November 2025.

Myeloma UK is an equal opportunities employer and always welcomes applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of:

· sex

· race

· disability

· age

· sexual orientation

· gender reassignment

· religion or belief

· marital status

· pregnancy and maternity

Please note, you will be asked to provide evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK prior to interview selection.

Are you an imaginative and inspirational team player with a passion for engaging and effective fundraising and an interest in the arts? As Development Manager for Perth Theatre and Concert Hall you will take the lead role in developing and implementing our fundraising strategy and growing our charitable income across Trusts & Foundations, Individual Giving and Corporate Sponsorship.

A natural people person and confident communicator you will build relationships with key funding partners and donors to identify the most impactful fundraising opportunities and maximise returns.

You will collaborate with departments across the organisation to understand their fundraising needs crafting creative and compelling propositions that support our vision: ensuring everyone in our communities experiences the transformational power of the performing arts. 

Working closely with the Leadership Team, with responsibility for two Development Officers, you will: 

Fundraising Management and Development

• Review the fundraising strategy to achieve the agreed annual fundraising targets;
•  Act as a lead ambassador for fundraising across the organisation;
•  Engage key funding partners and donors to build long-term relationships;
• Identify/manage fundraising campaigns, creating impactful storytelling for supporter engagement;
• Lead high-value fundraising bids nurturing relationships to ensure the best outcomes. 

Individual Giving

• Develop and manage the individual giving schemes and major donor fundraising in support of cultural programmes;
• Implement a legacy giving scheme, working across departments to create support material and identify communication channels;
• Collaborate with the Director and Board to build a major donor pipeline;
• Grow the donor base and average gift size through communications, events, and stewardship;
• Liaise with the Development Officer, Marketing and Box Office, Director and Programming team, and Learning & Engagement to effectively promote and manage individual giving and supporters;
• Maximise Gift Aid income and promote tax-effective giving.

Trusts & Foundations

• Develop and manage PTCH’s Trusts & Foundations pipeline for cultural programming and Learning & Engagement projects;
•  Research/identify a wide range of income sources to increase the number of funders and grant size;
• Oversee the database, maintaining accurate records to plan and prioritise funding applications;
• Work with the Director, Programming,Head of Learning & Engagement and others to devise high-quality applications and cases for support;
• Oversee the preparation of timely, accurate funder reports in collaboration with relevant teams;
• Nurture relationships with Trusts & Foundations contacts. 

Corporate Sponsorship

• Review the sponsorship offering and create a pitch pack for prospective partners;
• Proactively seek company partnerships and increase sponsor numbers and fees;
• Collaborate across departments to identify projects with sponsorship potential.

Person Specification

• Experience in the charity sector, ideally in an arts or cultural environment;
• Team player;
• Outstanding communicator and persuasive storyteller;
• Enthousiastic about new fundraising opportunities and sector trends.

Essential:

• Experience in developing and delivering a fundraising strategy for a similar-sized organisation;
• Proven track record of raising at least £250,000 annually through Trusts & Foundations and individual giving;
• Thorough understanding of the arts fundraising landscape;
• Excellent interpersonal, organisational and budget management skills, with the ability to motivate others and deliver against deadlines/targets;
• Experience in developing relationships with partners, major donors and individual supporters;
• Proficiency in accurate fundraising income forecasting ROI assessment.

Please see the attached Recruitment Pack for further information. 

Background to the Role

Cynthia Spencer Hospice has a proud history of delivering exceptional care and support to patients and families. Fundraising is vital to ensuring we can continue this work, and our ambitious fundraising team plays a key role in achieving this.

The Community & Events Fundraising Lead will drive forward our community and events fundraising, working with colleagues, volunteers, and supporters across Northamptonshire to grow income, raise awareness, and deliver memorable, high-quality events and challenge activities that inspire long-term support.

Purpose of the Role:

• To lead and deliver the hospice’s community and events fundraising programme, ensuring income targets are achieved or exceeded.
• To manage and grow our flagship events (including Twilight Walk, Cycle4Cynthia, Colour Run, and the 40s Big Band Bash).
• To oversee and develop our challenge events programme, including open challenges and bespoke hospice challenges.
• To build strong community partnerships and supporter networks, maximising engagement across Northamptonshire.
• To provide excellent supporter stewardship, ensuring every fundraiser feels valued and motivated to continue supporting the hospice.
• To line manage the Events & Community Fundraiser, supporting their professional development and success.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

 Events & Challenge Fundraising

• Plan, deliver, and evaluate the hospice’s calendar of flagship events (Twilight Walk, Cycle4Cynthia, Colour Run, 40s Big Band Bash) ensuring high-quality participant experience and strong income return.
• Manage the development of challenge events, including open challenges (e.g. skydives, treks, marathons) and bespoke challenges created by the hospice.
• Research, propose, and launch new event opportunities that reflect supporter interests and market trends.
• Set and manage budgets for all events, ensuring strong ROI and accurate forecasting.
• Work with Marketing & Communications colleagues to deliver compelling event campaigns that maximise participation and sponsorship.

Community Fundraising

• Build, support, and steward relationships with community groups, schools, faith groups, businesses, and clubs to grow grassroots fundraising.
• Deliver inspiring talks and presentations across the community to raise awareness and income.
• Provide excellent supporter care for all community fundraisers and volunteers, ensuring they feel valued and supported.

Income Generation & Monitoring

• Set, monitor, and achieve income and expenditure targets across events and community fundraising.
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of financial and supporter information using Donorflex (fundraising database).
• Provide reports, updates, and insights for senior staff, colleagues, and Trustees as required.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Provide clear line management to the Events & Community Fundraiser, including supervision, appraisals, and professional development.
• Recruit, support, and work alongside volunteers, ensuring they feel valued and engaged.
• Collaborate with colleagues across fundraising, retail, communications, and clinical teams to maximise opportunities.

Other

• Act as an ambassador for the hospice at all times.
• Ensure compliance with fundraising law, GDPR, and hospice policies.
• Work flexibly, including evenings and weekends, to support the needs of the role.

 General

•  To ensure all events and activities comply with codes of fundraising practice, charity law and Hospice policies and procedures, minimising risk and establishing Health and Safety controls.
• To keep abreast of developments within the external fundraising environment.
• Deliver talks and presentations in the community and online to local organisations to increase awareness of and support for the Hospice’s activities.
• To undertake cheque presentations on behalf of Cynthia Spencer Hospice as required.
• Develop and maintain an excellent knowledge of the hospice strategy, policies and activities and be able to represent the hospice effectively at all levels, including at conferences and events to deepen supporter’s relationships.
• To undertake speaking engagements and cheque presentations on behalf of Cynthia Spencer Hospice as required.
• Ensure that all information relating to patients and staff gained through employment with the Hospice is kept confidential.
• To manage your own diary, filing, email system and other electronic databases, using independent judgement to facilitate effective use of time and easy retrieval if information.
• To assist the Fundraising Team members in the ‘on the day’ organisation of major events, including during evenings or weekends.
• Participate in the day-to-day work of the organisation – such as reporting, attending team and Trustee meetings as required, and taking a flexible approach to general administrative and support tasks.
• To attend Regional National Association of Hospice Fundraisers Meetings throughout the Midland Region.
•  To attend training and development sessions as identified in the personal development plan and Individual Appraisal.

Any other responsibilities with the role or required to fulfil the expectations of the position.

 

Person Specification

 Qualifications & Education

• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience.
• Good standard of numeracy and literacy.
• Evidence of continuous professional development.
• Desirable: A relevant fundraising qualification.

 Experience

• Demonstrable experience in both events and community fundraising within the charity sector.
• Strong track record of planning and delivering large-scale fundraising events and challenge activities.
• Proven ability to set and achieve income targets.
• Experience of building and managing relationships with supporters, donors, and volunteers.
• Experience of line management.
• Desirable: Experience of working in health or hospice settings.

 Skills & Abilities

• Excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills – verbal, written, and presentation.
• Ability to inspire, influence, and motivate others.
• Knowledge of fundraising law, regulations, and best practice.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and fundraising databases.
• Flexible, proactive, and resilient, with a positive “can-do” attitude.

 Personal Attributes

• High standards of personal conduct, honesty, and integrity.
• Enthusiasm for fundraising and a genuine passion for the hospice’s mission.
• A collaborative team player who values diversity and inclusion.
• Willingness to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends as required.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

 

Do you want to improve the lives of people with disabilities and vulnerable people?

Humanity & Inclusion UK is looking for an ambitious senior fundraiser, with a track record of securing five- and six-figure major gifts, to join our UK Major Giving team and significantly increase our income from high-net-worth individuals, in order to support the people we serve. 

You will have the opportunity to work in an international environment, create an impact in a crucial area of fundraising for our organisation’s future, and contribute to our life-changing work supporting people with disabilities and other vulnerable groups worldwide.

If you are a skilled relationship-builder with a track record of raising significant major gifts from high-net-worth individuals and a strategic mindset, we’d love you to join our small, friendly team.

Background Information and Purpose of Post

As part of our ambitious plans to significantly increase private fundraising, we are looking for a new strategic direction in securing relationships with and income from high-net-worth individuals.

The Philanthropy Specialist at Humanity & Inclusion UK is a new senior fundraising position with responsibility for planning, identifying, cultivating, and managing major donor relationships to secure significant funding, in line with the new global Major Giving Strategy 2026 - 2030.

The purpose of the post is to:

· Develop and deliver HI UK’s strategy for high-net-worth individuals.

· Lead on the new Capital Campaign, 2026-2030, for HI UK.

· Work closely with high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and family foundations to develop high-value philanthropic partnerships and ensure sustained, long-term support.

· Secure five- and six-figure major gifts from a diverse and sustainable base of major donors.

· Develop your own prospect pipeline and provide excellent cultivation of your prospects to produce committed, long-term donors.

· Manage existing partnerships and donors to a high standard.

· Report to and collaborate with the Global Specialist in Major Giving (based in the UK) on the delivery and implementation of your own ambitious philanthropy strategy for HI UK, in line with UK and Federation priorities.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Partnerships

You will have responsibility for developing a new strategy for high-net-worth individual support and you will lead the delivery of this strategy to secure high-value philanthropic partnerships under the responsibility of the Global Specialist in Major Giving.

Capital Campaign

Our new Capital Campaign will be an invaluable tool for you in developing funding from high-net-worth individuals in the UK. You will lead on its launch and recruit a Campaign Committee, stewarding them to deliver results.

Relationship Management

You will lead on the development and stewardship of long-term relationships with high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and family foundations.

Income Growth

You will drive the growth of an existing pipeline of high-net-worth individuals and develop this pipeline with new supporters from our individual giving stream and philanthropists who are new to HI, to secure significant gifts.

Collaboration

You will work closely with HI's Global Specialist in Major Giving, HI UK Trustees, our Federal Major Giving team, and international colleagues, to develop compelling proposals and provide timely impact reporting.

Stewardship

You will ensure exceptional donor stewardship and provide a high-quality experience for supporters at every stage of engagement.

Cultivation events

You will initiate and run high quality cultivation events for your donors and prospects, to form part of their stewardship journey.

Data Management

You will accurately manage donor records, communications, and reporting through our CRM.

Other duties

· Maintain a positive and collaborative working relationship with HI UK colleagues, the Federal fundraising and communication teams, and Major Giving counterparts in other HI national associations in Europe and North America.

· Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and high standards.

· Keep up-to-date and adhere to any changes in legislation, regulatory procedures, innovation, best practice and industry standards in relation to private fundraising.

· Any other activities commensurate with the level of the post, as may be required by the Global Specialist in Major Giving.

Equal Opportunities Policy

HI UK is committed to diversity and inclusion. We recognise that discrimination shapes the opportunities that many people have in society and that people have different needs in order to realise their full potential.

Addressing this requires organisations to be proactive in creating environments that encourage the inclusion and development of all. Though we still have a long way to go, inclusion is central to our identity at HI UK and we are strongly committed to the continuous work that it requires.

We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates with disabilities and/or from Black and minority ethnic backgrounds, to help make us more representative. If you have a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the role, we will guarantee you an interview. 

Camp Jojo is currently in transition. Over the first 8 years it has worked from one established site in Mersea, Essex; but we are now opening a second site (Nag’s Head Farm) near Appleby in Cumbria. The role of Volunteer Manager (Nags Head Farm) is to provide the management and administration of the key Volunteer sector of Camp Jojo, and to offer administrative support and feedback to members of the Camp Jojo Board in this regard.

The Volunteer Manager will be responsible for successful initial contact, recruitment, communication with and administration of volunteer for the Nag’s Head Farm camps, through to their successful placement at camp. They will also work closely with the Operations Manager: Families and Site Ops. (Nags Head Farm). They will be guided in their role with the existing managers at Ivy Farm, Mersea, Essex.

The primary task of the Volunteer Manager (Nag’s Head Farm) will be to oversee the whole process of Volunteer applications to camps at Nag’s Head Farm, and to maintain and develop databases in support of this. They will be the contact point for information and support throughout the Nag’s Head Farm volunteers’ pathway with Camp Jojo. In addition, they will attend and minute meetings which concern volunteer management, etc.

They may need to work flexibly; the demands will be seasonal, with many more hours needed through spring and summer than autumn and winter. They will also need to be present for the first day of the camps during the summer, which are mostly during the school holidays. The Volunteer Manager (Nag’s Head Farm) will have a varied and sometimes high-paced job environment. As such, they will need to handle multiple tasks, manage their own time well, and interact professionally

About us

At Leeds Children’s Charity, we believe every child deserves the chance to experience joy, adventure, and a sense of belonging. For over a century, we have been dedicated to brightening children’s lives by offering unforgettable breaks and enriching learning opportunities that create lifelong memories.

Our work focuses on children and young people who face disadvantage, hardship, or difficult circumstances at home. Through safe, nurturing, and inspiring environments, we help them to explore the world around them, build confidence, discover new skills, and simply enjoy being children.

Your Role

The Community Fundraiser will strengthen our connections with Leeds communities and grow sustainable income for the charity, working alongside the Community Fundraising and Events Manager to develop strong relationships with community groups and individuals across Leeds.

Key responsibilities include

Community Engagement and Fundraising

• Develop relationships and apply to Leeds based groups for funding.
• Inspire and support fundraising activity that reflects the city’s diverse neighbourhoods.
• Work with the current Community Fundraising and Events Manager to encourage and support local fundraising activity.
• Act as a visible, approachable representative of the charity in Leeds neighbourhoods.
• Enhance our offer by hosting fundraising events at Lineham Farm.
• Build awareness of the charity’s brand across Leeds, so more people know who we are and what we do.

Regular Giving and Supporter Growth

• Promote and grow regular giving schemes within community networks.
• Work with supporters to turn event participants and one-off donors into long-term givers.
• Support the Marketing Manager to develop messaging, materials and campaigns that encourage sustained support.

Supporter Data and Income Tracking

• Monitor and report on all income and supporter engagement, using the charity’s CRM.
• Ensure all activity is compliant with Fundraising Regulator Code of Practice and GDPR requirements.
• Set and monitor targets aligned with departmental KPIs and board reporting cycles.

What we need from you

• Ability to engage and inspire community groups and individuals and build
• new relationships.
• Organised, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple activities
• Excellent relationship-building, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative, with ideas for building visibility and brand.
• Ability to travel independently across the region (with driving licence and
• access to a vehicle).

Knowledge and Experience

• Experience in community fundraising or outreach, ideally with a track record of income growth.
• Experience of growing regular giving or membership schemes.
• Experience of working with schools, community organisations or civic groups.
• Knowledge of the Leeds city region and its community infrastructure.
• Experience of venue-based fundraising or event organisation.
• Experience of using CRM systems to manage pipelines and report progress.
• Experience of working with volunteers.
• Experience of public speaking

Qualifications

• 5 x GCSE (including English & Maths) or equivalent
• Recognised fundraising qualification (e.g., Institute of Fundraising certificate)is desirable

To Apply: Please submit your CV and a supporting letter/document outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.

For full details about the position, please review the Recruitment Pack attached.

Closing date for applications is Friday 31st October 2025

Proposed interview date Friday 14th November

Challenge Events Lead

Salary: £37,000 to £41,000 per annum
Location: London-based, hybrid (2 days a week in the office, 3 from home)
Contract: Permanent, full-time

Lead our flagship challenge events programme

Guy’s & St Thomas’ Foundation is looking for a Challenge Events Lead to oversee one of the most high-profile areas of our fundraising. You’ll manage our participation in major third-party events such as the London Marathon, London Landmarks Half, Brighton Marathon and Ultra Challenges, ensuring supporters have an excellent experience while helping us raise vital income for our hospitals.

This is a senior role within the events fundraising team, giving you responsibility for relationships with external organisers, place allocations, supporter recruitment and stewardship. You’ll make sure that every runner, walker or cyclist feels supported from sign-up through to the finish line, building loyalty and long-term commitment to our cause.

You’ll also guide the Events Fundraising Co-ordinator, working together to keep everything running smoothly and to deliver first-class supporter care.

What you’ll be doing

• Managing the Foundation’s involvement in flagship third-party events including the London Marathon and London Landmarks Half
• Leading relationships with external organisers and agencies, acting as the main point of contact
• Overseeing place allocations, ballots and registration processes
• Planning supporter communications, ensuring every participant feels valued and engaged
• Developing campaigns to recruit new participants through grassroots marketing and digital channels
• Managing budgets and keeping income and participation on target
• Working alongside and supporting the Events Fundraising Co-ordinator to ensure consistency and high standards across all activity

What we’re looking for

• Experience running challenge fundraising programmes or large-scale participation events
• Confident managing relationships with senior contacts at event organisers and agencies
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to handle logistics, budgets and multiple deadlines
• Knowledge of supporter acquisition and engagement techniques for fundraising events
• A collaborative approach, with the ability to guide and support junior colleagues
• Calm, reliable and adaptable, especially around live event weekends
• A real enthusiasm for delivering excellent supporter experiences

Why join us

• Lead some of the UK’s biggest fundraising challenges on behalf of Guy’s, St Thomas’ and Evelina London hospitals
• Join a collaborative and ambitious team at an exciting stage of growth
• Be part of a supportive workplace with regular socials and team offsites
• Excellent benefits including 27–30 days annual leave, 6% employee / 12% employer pension, £800 annual learning budget, £200 wellbeing budget, enhanced health plan, sabbaticals, hybrid working and more

This is your opportunity to take the lead on a major challenge events portfolio and help supporters achieve something extraordinary for our hospitals.

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.

Events Assistant
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time
Salary range: £26,038-£26,675 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.
Based: South Kensington, London SW7

The Position

As part of a small team, the Events Assistant will support the Venue Hire team with general administrative tasks, sales, planning and delivery of events and exhibitions for external venue hire clients as well as support Society colleagues with internal event planning.

The Society offers the hire of the Ondaatje Theatre and associated rooms to individuals and commercial, educational, and not-for-profit organisations for small-scale meetings, seminars, evening lectures, large daytime conferences, receptions and weddings. The net income from this business provides essential support for the Society’s charitable activities.

The post holder will primarily be expected to provide efficient and accurate administrative support to the Venue Hire team. This includes communication in writing, on the phone, by email and in person with clients; setting up Collections showcase displays; filing; database input (room booking system); displays; customer invoicing; and other administrative support to enable a smooth and efficient office.

They will also help to sell, organise and facilitate aspects of a small number of events, including liaison with associated contractors, and act as a point of contact for clients in the lead up to, and on the day of, an event.

The Society

The Royal Geographical Society (with the Institute of British Geographers) is the learned society and professional body for geography and geographers. It is also a charity and a membership organisation. The Society was founded in 1830 and has been one of the most active of the learned societies ever since. It was pivotal in establishing geography as a teaching and research discipline in British universities and continues to play a key role in geographical and environmental education.

The Society is a leading world centre for geographical learning – supporting education, teaching, research, professional practice and scientific expeditions, as well as promoting public understanding and enjoyment of geography and providing advice to policymakers.

The Society has an international membership of approximately 16,000, 31 specialist research groups, and a programme of activities that extends far beyond its membership to broad engagement with more than three million people per year. Over 200 lectures, conferences and other events are organised each year including a major four-day Annual Conference, a programme of popular lectures, professional development for geographers, and policy-related discussions.

The Society also publishes, under contract, scholarly journals and the popular Geographical magazine. It empowers others through a programme of grant-giving in support of research, fieldwork and expeditions, and teaching. The Society’s information resources include its historic geographical Collections of maps, images, books, manuscript archives and artefacts.

The Society offers professional accreditation to members through Chartered Geographer status.

The Society is based in a listed building in its own grounds in Kensington opposite Hyde Park, and operates nine regional branches in the UK and two overseas. There are 57 permanent staff, together with temporary, and volunteer staff.

Applicants are strongly recommended to familiarise themselves with the current work of the Society set out on our website.

Salary, Details and Benefits

This is a permanent, full-time post subject to successful completion of a probationary period of three months. The salary range for this post is £26,038-£26,675 per annum depending on experience and qualifications. The post is based in Kensington, London.

There are a range of benefits at the Society which include the following:

• 35-hour working week with Flexi time, dependent on the business needs.
• Option to work from home one or two days a week, dependent on the event schedule.
• 25 days annual leave per annum plus public bank holidays.
• Society closure between Christmas and New Year, in addition to the basic annual leave
• allowance.
• Pension scheme - 3% employee, 7.5% employer.
• Group Life Assurance at four-times basic annual salary.
• Corporate eye care vouchers.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free 24-hour Employee Assistance helpline with available counselling support.

Applications must be received by 9.30 am Monday 20 October.
Interviews are planned to take place in the week commencing 27 October.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

The Society aims to be an equal opportunities employer.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. The Society is unable to offer work visa sponsorships.

No agencies please.

We are looking for an ambitious Account Manager to lead the relationships with some of our most prestigious corporate and charity clients, including our largest event series, the Macmillan Mighty Hikes. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading sports events company and to rapidly progress as Threshold continues to grow. 

We’ll be asking you to do this

• With the guidance of a Senior Account Director, lead a portfolio of bespoke sports events for some of the UK’s biggest corporate and charity brands
• Build close relationships with a number of clients simultaneously, earning the trust of stakeholders to develop the accounts towards renewal
• Maintain momentum with both internal and client teams, creating project timelines and weekly meetings (drawing up agendas and managing follow up actions to completion)
• Plan and execute the participant journey, managing the online registration system, inbox traffic, copy writing of email comms and creating event guides
• Support the creation of event branding (from brief to production to delivery)
• Process and transfer participant data to relevant parties ensuring GDPR compliance
• Shaping, presenting and managing budgets for additional activation plans that meet client objectives
• Create live event documents e.g. master schedules, info desk and crew briefing sheets
• On-site event management of the client relationship and front of house registration and info desk areas and crews
• Co-ordinate event debrief meetings and prepare final evaluation reports

Ideally, you’ll have

• 3+ years experience in a similar role (charities, events, mass participation sports)
• Proof of managing multiple stakeholders and driving projects forward
• Top class account management skills
• Solution driven
• Meticulous attention to detail and confident on Excel
• A proactive attitude, confident and motivated
• Experience in spinning lots of plates with brilliant time management

Skills that will help you succeed:

• Flexible and adaptable
• Able to work independently and know when to escalate
• Super friendly and a good listener
• Exceptionally organized with clear and concise communication (verbally and written)

The package and other great stuff

SALARY: £32k to £38k per annum, dependent on experience

BONUSES: Potential for performance and company-related bonuses

HOLIDAY: 28 days (inc. bank holidays) plus time off between Christmas and New Year

PENSION: 5% employer contribution

WE LIKE TO KEEP PEOPLE HEALTHY

• Vitality Healthcare which includes:
• Discounted Apple Watch if you keep active regularly
• Up to 50% off a pair of trainers every year and free annual health checks
• Subsidised gym membership, free coffees and cinema tickets
• £250 challenge fund each year to put towards a challenge of your choosing
• Free entry into Threshold events and discounts for friends and family
• 1 additional day off for every weekend day worked on an event
• Free boot camps, Pilates, Yoga and afternoon energisers led by other Thresholdians
• Flexible time during the day to exercise or take time out
• Option to buy additional holiday at a discounted rate
• Free fruit and other treats in the office (and a well-stocked free bar)

WE LIKE BEING SOCIAL

• Annual 3-day business planning and celebration trip (fully funded)
• Programme of activity throughout the year from beach cleaning to tennis club to more active pursuits
• Regular catch-ups in the pub to put the world to rights
• Fun, welcoming and lively environment in a bright and social office

WE LIKE TO KEEP LEARNING

• Training from the best in the industry by working with an award-winning team
• Internal training sessions e.g. sales techniques, presentation, negotiation

WE LIKE TO GIVE BACK

• 5yr & 10yr long service rewards with additional annual leave and adventure funding
• Match Funding of up to £100 for any fundraising challenges you take on
• Volunteering days available each year upon request

FLEXIBLE HOURS: 9-5 pm core hours with option of early or late starts

TERM: Full-time contract, 5 days per week but open to suggestions subject to personal circumstance

LOCATION: Brighton office-based with potential for some remote working up to 2 days per week

START DATE: ASAP