Fundraiser jobs
About us
Practical Action is a change making organisation that works in unconventional ways. We put ingenious ideas to work so people in poverty can change their world.
We do things differently, so answers that start small can grow big – bringing people together in bold collaborations, using innovation and knowledge to build futures free from poverty and help shape a world that works better for everyone.
About the role
We are looking for an excellent and experienced relationship fundraiser, who excels at identifying and building inspiring and genuine connections with high net-worth individual donors, who have the capacity to give six- and seven- figure gifts.
This role requires a motivated, creative and confident individual, who thrives on getting out and about and meeting with supporters. The role will help shape the Business Development and Philanthropy Team’s plans to deliver outstanding donor engagement and stewardship so that our donors are inspired and proud to support us and enjoy their philanthropic giving experience. This role will make a vital contribution to delivering a step change in our philanthropic income growth to support Practical Action’s strategic ambition and mission.
About you
We are seeking a motivated, creative and confident individual, who thrives on getting out and about and meeting with supporters. You will have at least 5 years’ experience of securing gifts from high net-worth individuals making gifts privately or through family trusts, donor advised funds and corporations.
Accountabilities
Lead the process of identifying and cultivating individual donor prospects (UK and international) capable of giving six- and seven- figure gifts, fully understanding their funding preferences, criteria and fit with Practical Action.
Steward a portfolio of loyal and high-quality donors, giving five and six figure annual gifts and ensure our donors receive exceptional stewardship, feel valued for their support and become advocates of Practical Action to their friends, family and networks.
Work with autonomy and represent Practical Action at one-to-one meetings and networking events with high net-worth individuals.
Work with senior colleagues and the Board of Trustees to identify prospects, build relationships and secure gifts from high net-worth individuals.
Distil complex information and messaging into powerful, emotive and high-quality tailored communications (including pitches, cases for support, bespoke proposals and donor reports) that demonstrate impact and inspire giving by individual donors and family trusts.
Person Specification
To be successful in the role, the ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate:
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience:
Significant fundraising experience (5 years+) of securing gifts from high net-worth individuals making gifts privately, or through family trusts, donor advised funds and corporations.
Excellent knowledge about philanthropy sector developments, trends and key philanthropic organisations and networks in the UK and internationally.
A strong and proven track record of building new prospect pipelines and of managing a portfolio of donors, including demonstrable experience of securing six- and seven-figure gifts.
An experienced and confident networker with a proven ability to build and maintain a diverse group of contacts, at all levels, both internally and externally, and represent Practical Action to inspire, secure commitment and support.
Knowledge of data protection principles, legal requirements, and ethical fundraising practice is essential.
Skills, Abilities and Competencies:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to summarise and distil complex issues in an inspiring way.
Ability and confidence to influence and manage successful internal relationships including writing reports and donor meeting briefings for senior colleagues.
Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment, ensuring our donors receive excellent stewardship throughout their relationship with Practical Action.
Strong project management skills to lead approaches backed up by an appropriate level of research and analysis.
Enthusiasm and willingness to trial, learn and adapt — whether building on existing major giving experience or trialling new ideas and approaches to reach new donors audiences, for example next generation or diaspora giving.
You will contribute to a culture of kindness, collaboration, rigour and accountability.
Effective and positive team-player with a strong preference for collaboration
Strong administrative, time-management, IT and numeracy skills.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Why join us?
The opportunity to work for an organisation that is making a positive difference to the lives of people worldwide, a friendly and supportive culture, and working with values-driven and highly engaged colleagues are just some of the reasons we think Practical Action is a great place to work.
This role will be based in the UK.
The successful applicant must have the pre-existing right to both live and work in the UK. The successful candidate will be expected to attend the Rugby office on regular occasions.
Additional information
Practical Action believes that having a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace culture based on respect will enable us to be an effective organisation. We seek to create an inclusive workplace in which people are accepted as individuals, regardless of their differences and where they feel their contribution is valued. Practical Action is an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage applications from under-represented groups.
We stay committed to cultivating an inclusive and diverse working environment and believe that people from different backgrounds or cultures give us different perspectives, and the more perspectives we have, the more successful we will be. By building a culture where everyone feels heard, respected, and valued we give everyone working with us the opportunity to achieve their full potential.
Practical Action is committed to safeguarding and protecting children and vulnerable adults and as such candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal checks and terrorist financing.
Closing date for applications: Sunday 7th December 2025. Please note that should we recruit a suitable candidate before the closing date, we will close applications earlier than the specified date.
Interviews:
It is anticipated that first round online interviews will take place Thursday 11 December 2025 and Monday 15 December 2025.
Final interviews will take place in person at our Rugby office week commencing 5th January 2026.
If you do not hear from us within five weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.
HOW TO APPLY
If you want to work for a charity with significant people ambitions, then we would like to hear from you. For more information, please visit our careers page. To apply please submit a copy of your CV (A MAXIMIUM OF 2 PAGES) and send us a supporting statement that includes the answers to the following questions:
1. Why do you consider yourself a good candidate for the Philanthropy Executive role at Practical Action?
2. Why is philanthropy important for tackling poverty and climate change?
Registered Charity
101 - 500
Our vision is for a world that works better for everyone. We believe where there’s action, there’s hope.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Senior Prospect Development Manager
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 plus
Reports to: Head of Philanthropy Intelligence, Planning & Performance
Directorate: ?Strategy & Philanthropy?
Contract: ?Permanent?
Hours: ?Full time 35 hours per week? (flexible working requests will be considered)
Location: ?Stratford, London? ?Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office)?
Closing date: Wednesday 26 November 2025 23:55
This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found, therefore we strongly recommend that you apply early to avoid disappointment. Please let us know if there is anything about the recruitment process that you would like to discuss, in particular if there are any changes or adjustments that would make it easier for you to apply.
At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.
We're a collective force, tackling cancer on all fronts to save and improve lives. We fund pioneering research, we provide reliable and accessible information, we influence policy, and we encourage positive behaviour change. We are a passionate team of professionals driven by purpose, striving to accelerate breakthroughs in cancer research and treatment. We are the world's biggest charitable funder of cancer research raising on average £640m a year.
As we expand our efforts, we're recruiting an inspiring, Senior Prospect Development Manager to join one of the most successful philanthropic fundraising teams in the UK. We're a dynamic, innovative team of talented professionals spearheading the ambitious £400m More Research, Less Cancer campaign. With over £230m already raised, we're making strides to revolutionise cancer research, focusing on; The Francis Crick Institute, Cancer Grand Challenges, Translation & Innovation and our Future Leaders' programme.
In this role, you'll lead a team of 6 to define, implement and own a robust prospect identification, research and management strategy, ensuring it is informed by insight and enables relationship managers to build successful and long-lasting relationships.
What will I be doing?
Support the development of, deliver and evaluate a long-term prospect identification and prospect management strategy for Philanthropy, working across other CRUK teams as necessary.
Develop and manage the methodology for the allocation and transfer of prospects, drawing on supporter insights, performance analysis and funding project knowledge.
Create and implement systems and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to evaluate and report on the impact of prospect development activity and progress.
Establish a resource planning system for the team and ensure the team can deliver against team strategy and meet the day-to-day needs of fundraising teams.
Effective prioritisation, planning and delivery of prospect research activity (including prospect identification, research profiles, network analysis) to increase our knowledge of potential donors, partners and ambassadors.
Lead the strategic development and implementation of CRUK's prospect management system and provide expert advice and guidance to frontline fundraisers.
Prioritisation, planning and delivery of due diligence research and escalation in accordance with policies and contribute to the ongoing development of policy and processes.
Provide regular reports to boards, senior sponsors and committees on pipeline development.
Deliver specialised research to facilitate the cultivation and solicitation of our highest value prospects by the Campaign Boards, Chief Executive and Executive Directors.
What are we looking for?
Experience of leading a prospect management and research function.
Extensive experience of working within the field of high value fundraising and relationship management.
Significant experience of delivering a prospect identification strategy and prospect management system.
Experience of commissioning and analysing management information and producing findings and recommendations.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and the ability to present complex information in an accessible format.
Experience of setting up, analysing and evaluating activity and programmes.
Experience and knowledge of using and championing databases.
Excellent stakeholder, project management and planning skills with ability to prioritise workload.
Strong strategic thinker with and long-term planning skills and the ability to execute and contribute to the development of the department and directorate strategy.
Proven ability to influence, persuade and negotiate with people across teams and levels as well as the ability to explain difficult issues and works to build consensus and positive solution.
Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do.
Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination
Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism
Human: Act to have a positive impact on people
Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively
We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer.
What will I gain?
We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals.
You can explore our benefits by visiting our .
How do I apply?
We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively.
Thank you!
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!
Are you ready to make a difference? Save the Children UK has an exciting opportunity for an ambitious face-to-face specialist to join us as our Face-to-Face Acquisition Manager. We are keen to hear from highly motivated individuals with a proven track-record of successfully delivering large scale agency fundraising programs.
For this role you'll be required to work from our Farringdon, London office one day per week. Some weeks this may be slightly more, others slightly less.
About us
Save the Children UK believes every child deserves a future. In the UK and around the world, we work every day to give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. When crisis strikes, and children are most vulnerable, we are always among the first to respond and the last to leave. We ensure children's unique needs are met and their voices are heard. We deliver lasting results for millions of children, including those hardest to reach.
About you
As our Face-to-Face Acquisition Manager, you will set the standard for brilliant, effective fundraising putting our supporters are at the heart of everything we do. Working with the Senior Manager and Direct Engagement team you will take the lead, bringing both fundraising and operational expertise to deliver strong data driven campaigns, ensuring its success day to day.
In this role, you will:
- Manage the team to drive the success of our face-to-face agency program, meeting and exceeding KPIs and targets through effective management of stakeholders.
- Manage budget allocation and optimisation across channels, ensuring resources are utilised efficiently.
- Lead the implementation of compliance and safeguarding programs, maintaining the highest standards.
- Support delivery of our innovative fundraiser engagement program, optimising performance and motivation.
- Utilize data-driven insights to adapt campaign delivery and drive continuous improvement ensuring supporter insight and data analysis play a pivotal role in decisions.
- Build strong relationships with agencies through direct engagement and site visits, ensuring transparency and excellence.
- Collaborate with internal teams to improve processes and deliver exceptional results.
To be successful, it is important that you have:
- Experience of managing the delivery of end-to-end face-to-face fundraising activity.
- Experience of task managing a team to deliver results.
- An in-depth understanding of the F2F landscape and different agency models.
- Experience of designing and delivering exceptional training to drive engagement.
- Knowledge and experience of the compliance environment for charity marketing.
- Experience of managing budgets.
- Ability to analyse, interpret & explain results with a focus and drive on results.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Commitment to Save the Children's vision, mission, and values.
What we offer you:
- A diverse, unique role where no two days are the same, with huge capacity to build and acquire new personal and professional skills and create your own scope to make change within one of the world's leading international charities.
- Working for a charity provides one of the best benefits there is – a sense of purpose and reward for helping others. However, we understand the importance of giving back to our employees to ensure a happy and healthy working environment and work/life balance.
- To have the best (and happiest) employees we focus on flexibility, inclusion, collaboration, health, and wellbeing both in and outside of work.
- We provide a wide range of benefits which will reward your hard work, motivate you, and inspire you to work to improve the lives of children every day.
Ways of Working
The majority of our roles can be performed remotely in the UK. However, for this role, you will be required to work from our Farringdon Office- London 1 day a week, some weeks this might be slightly more, some weeks could be slightly less Please note that travel costs to your contracted office will be at your own expense. The role requires you to regularly visit teams throughout the UK, costs of which will be covered by SCUK.
Please note: To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience. Unfortunately once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications.
Flexible Working - We are happy to discuss flexible working options at interview.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Save the Children UK believes in a world that is fair, inclusive and equitable where all children have the opportunity to change their world. We apply this to our workforce and we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organisation where all employees have a sense of belonging and feel that they can be "Free to Be Me". We are not looking for just one type of person - we want to recruit people who can add fresh perspectives, innovative ideas or challenge that disrupts the risk of group think.
We are especially interested in people whose childhood experiences - of life on a low income, of migration, of being in a racialised community, of the care system, of being LGBT+ or in an LGBT+ family or living with (or with someone with) a disability - help us to see things we might otherwise miss. Whatever your story is we want to hear it because we know that different voices, ideas, perspectives and knowledge, working together will enable us to better the lives of children around the world. This is the reason why we are all here.
Thank you!
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £39,434–£46,109 (London) / £35,294–£41,969 (North)
Closing Date: 1st December
Interviews will be held w/c Monday 8th December
Centrepoint, the UK’s leading youth homelessness charity, is looking for a Corporate Development Manager to join our ambitious Corporate Fundraising Team.
About us
We help vulnerable young people by giving them the practical and emotional support they need to find a job and live independently. Centrepoint provides homeless young people with accommodation, health support and life skills, helping them back into education, training and employment.
Our mission is simple and bold: to end youth homelessness by 2037.
Together with our partners, we support over 16,000 young people each year.
About the team
This is an exciting new role within our growing Corporate Development function, part of a 12-strong Corporate Fundraising team. The team has secured significant income growth over the past three years, and this position forms a key part of our strategy to increase high-value fundraising through proactive new business acquisition.
You’ll work closely with colleagues across Fundraising, Partnerships and the wider organisation to create compelling, strategic corporate partnerships that deliver meaningful impact for young people.
Hybrid Working
Centrepoint operates a hybrid working model. The requirement is a minimum of 50% of your working week spent in the office. For most full-time colleagues, this means attending the office for five days over a two-week period (e.g., two days one week and three the next).
About you
You will be an energetic and strategic new business fundraiser with:
- Experience securing high-value, multi-year corporate partnerships
- A strong track record in cold new business acquisition and developing ambitious, tailored proposals
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders
- Strong financial planning, budgeting and reporting capabilities
- Experience managing pipelines through CRM systems such as Raisers Edge
- A collaborative working style, with the confidence to work across diverse teams to shape impactful partnerships
What you’ll be doing
- Securing new corporate partnerships worth £100k–£1m, from both warm and cold leads
- Managing a dynamic pipeline, using Raisers Edge to report on progress, insight and pipeline health
- Developing strategic, compelling proposals and pitches that meet partner and organisational needs
- Leading the development of a new Corporate Advisory Programme, supporting a network that drives introductions and opportunity growth
- Supporting the Senior Corporate Business Development Manager with large-scale (£1m+) bids and planning
- Ensuring a seamless transition of new partners to the Partnerships team, enabling long-term success
- Delivering project work that improves team performance, win rates and income growth
What we’re looking for
- Experience securing or developing high-value corporate partnerships
- Strong negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills
- Confidence handling multiple priorities and deadlines
- Clear, accurate financial reporting skills
- Experience writing winning proposals and presenting persuasively
- A commitment to Centrepoint’s values and our mission to end youth homelessnes
Why join Centrepoint?
In return for your efforts, you’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent training, and a wide range of benefits, including:
- 25 days annual leave (rising to 27)
- Healthcare cash plan
- Private medical insurance
- Income protection
- Employer pension contributions of 5%
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Interest-free travel loan
At Centrepoint we challenge the discrimination within society that contributes to youth homelessness, and we are just as committed to fairness and equality within Centrepoint itself. We are passionate about ensuring all of our colleagues are made to feel included in the work we do and that we value the rich diversity within the organization.
We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, belief in any religion and none, gender identity, ethnic origin, class, sexuality, nationality, appearance, unrelated criminal activities, disability, responsibility for dependents, part time or shift workers, being HIV positive or living with AIDS, lived experience of homelessness or using young people’s services and any other matter which causes a person to be treated with injustice.
Centrepoint’s policy is to recruit, employ and promote people on the basis of their suitability for the work to be performed, and to this end, our aim is to ensure that all applicants, employees and volunteers receive equal treatment.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join our team as a Corporate Development Manager click ‘Apply’ now!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
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!
Job title: Content Creator
Hours: Full Time 37.5 hours a week Monday to Friday preferred but open to discussions about part-time or more flexible options
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per year depending on experience
Reports to: Director of Engagement
Location: Hybrid working. A mix of home and Leukaemia Care offices (at One Birch Court, Blackpole East, Worcester, WR3 8SG) with a minimum of two days in the office and occasional travel across the UK
Contract: Permanent
About Leukaemia Care
Leukaemia Care is the UK charity supporting anyone affected by leukaemia, MDS, or MPN.We provide trusted information, practical and emotional support for people affected by leukaemia right across the UK from our base in Worcestershire and our Hospital Hubs in more than 20 locations around the country .
Purpose of the Role
We are looking for a creative, confident Content Creator to help us bring Leukaemia Care’s stories to life. You will create high-quality videos, photos, and posts, and copy that connects with people affected by leukaemia and those whose fundraising can help to support our work.Your work will grow our presence across social media channels, and feed into other communications and marketing activity raking place across the organisation to deliver our services and raise funds for them.
This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys storytelling, understands how to engage audiences, and can turn real stories and moments into inspiring digital content.
Key Responsibilities
Content Creation
Plan, film, and edit short-form videos and other content (including Reels, Stories, TikToks, YouTube Shorts) that show our services, staff, and community in action – explaining the impact of our work to patients, carers, professionals and fundraisers.
Capture photos at our Worcester HQ and at events, patient groups, or partner sites around the country.
Write and schedule social posts that match our tone and campaign goals.
Work with the wider Engagement team to generate content for internal communications and direct marketing materials.
Work with the Design Officer to produce graphics and templates for digital channels.
Repurpose patient stories, blog posts, and booklets into engaging social-friendly formats.
Ensure all content meets accessibility and consent standards.
Social Media and Engagement
Manage day-to-day posting across Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and TikTok, and any other relevant channels.
Work with our external social media agency to plan and deliver paid and organic campaigns.
Monitor engagement, respond to comments and messages, and ensure our online tone is kind, inclusive, and supportive.
Track performance through analytics and share monthly reports with the team.
Collaboration
Work closely with the Director of Engagement and Design Officer on campaign planning.
Liaise with colleagues across Fundraising, Patient Services, and Information to gather stories and create relevant content.
Support filming or photography days for PR and awareness campaigns.
Contribute to monthly content planning and creative meetings across all communications and marketing activity.
Travel and Filming
Visit hospitals, patient events, and partner locations to film or photograph stories that highlight our impact.
Maintain safe and respectful filming practices, including full consent and safeguarding compliance.
Must hold a valid UK driving licence and have access to a car (mileage reimbursed).
Person Specification
Essential
- Strong experience creating engaging digital content for social media.
- Confident filming and editing short-form video using mobile or DSLR.
- Excellent written skills and understanding of tone for different audiences.
- Working knowledge of tools such as Canva, CapCut, Adobe Express, or similar.
- Experience managing or contributing to social accounts for an organisation or brand.
- Self-motivated, well-organised, and comfortable working to tight deadlines.
- Full UK driving licence and access to a car.
Desirable
- Experience working within a charity, healthcare, or community organisation.
- Knowledge of accessibility standards and inclusive design.
- Familiarity with paid social media or Google Ad Grants.
- Basic photography and graphic design experience.
- Understanding of SEO and analytics tools (Meta Insights, Google Analytics, Looker Studio).
Why it’s great to work at Leukaemia Care
As well as the satisfaction of knowing you improve the lives of people with leukaemia, blood cancer, we also offer the following:
- Annual leave of 36 days including 8 bank holidays, (for full-time staff, pro-rata for part-time staff).
- Additional discretionary annual leave between Christmas and New Year.
- Pension scheme with Aviva - we will match employee contributions up to 7% of qualifying earnings.
- Life Assurance (also known as death in service benefit) of four times annual salary.
- Employee Assistance programme.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Enhanced sick pay (as set out in our staff handbook).
- Bereavement leave of up to five days paid leave should the need unfortunately arise.
- Free onsite parking at our offices in Worcester (if applicable)
- Induction training and ongoing training to help you deliver your role
- Staff social events – in person and online to ensure all employees have an opportunity to get involved.
We will also ensure that you are supplied with the right equipment for the job and
to work safely - this may include a laptop as well as equipment to make your working day as comfortable as possible. If the job requires it, we also reimburse pre-approved travel expenses.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Job Title: Individual Giving Manager
Responsible to: Senior Fundraising Manager
Salary: £38,000-£42,000 depending on experience
Location: Hybrid working pattern, a minimum of 2 days in the London office and 3 days from home
Hours of work: Full time - 35 hours per week
The package also includes
· 8% employer contribution to a pension
· 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and additional discretionary leave during the Christmas week
· Season Ticket Loan
USPG is the Anglican mission agency that partners churches and communities worldwide
in God’s mission to enliven faith, strengthen relationships, unlock potential and champion
justice. You can find out more about our work by visiting our website.
The Job
USPG are looking for an experienced fundraising and marketing professional to take ownership of our individual giving strategy and deliver it to achieve our objectives. The Individual Giving Manager will develop, market and evaluate fundraising appeals, products and campaigns to individual supporters and churches in order to grow our supporter base and voluntary income. Focusing on recruiting, retaining and developing relationships with all donors using direct mail, email and digital engagement, the Individual Giving Manager will develop an engaging stewardship journey for our supporters.
You
You are a confident, creative and talented fundraiser with experience of delivering successful marketing or fundraising campaigns and appeals. The ideal candidate will have experience in fundraising, project management and line management. They will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, with a flexible, can-do attitude. The role holder will have a passion for delivering an excellent supporter experience, enjoy working in close collaboration with colleagues and managing a varied workload to tight deadlines.
How to apply
Please visit our website or see attachments to this post.
Registered Charity
21 - 50
We bring people together from different parts of the global Church in mutually enriching conversation and profound encounters.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
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!
Fundraising Executive
Hybrid/Remote in the North of England
£35,821-£39,255 per annum
Full-time, Flexible and reduced hours considered
Flexible closing date
Are you a passionate fundraiser looking for a new challenge? We’re recruiting to a brand-new Fundraising Executive role based in the north of England.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead income generation and help shape services for people who are deaf, hard of hearing, sight impaired, or deafblind. You’ll drive grant fundraising, tenders, and wider fundraising initiatives working both independently and with teams across the organisation. Enjoy flexible working, generous leave, and dedicated wellbeing support. Ready for your next challenge?
As part of the role you will:
- Help shape the future of our service and drive real change.
- Lead on income generation, design innovative fundraising initiatives and shape vital support for people who are deaf, hard of hearing, sight impaired or deafblind.
- Play a key role in delivering our new Business Development strategy.
To be successful for this post:
- You will have a strong background in grant fundraising, tenders and broader income generation.
- You will have confidence to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
- A creative and strategic mindset with a passion for inclusive services.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
We work to remove barriers and deliver services which enable and empower those who are D/deaf, hard of hearing, sight impaired, deafblind.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
The Compassionate Friends - Head of Fundraising
£50,000 rising to £55,000 after probation | Full-time (flexible options available) | Home-based or London NW6 office | Permanent
The Compassionate Friends (TCF) is the UK's only national charity providing peer support to bereaved parents and adult siblings following the death of a child of any age and from any cause. With over 300 trained volunteers and a reach of more than 25,000 parents annually, our work is life-changing - offering compassion, understanding, and hope where it's needed most.
Charity People is seeking a strategic, emotionally intelligent, and driven Head of Fundraising to lead our income generation at a pivotal moment in our journey. Having grown into a half-million-pound organisation, we are ready to diversify our fundraising streams and deepen our impact.
About the Role
This is a strategic leadership role with scope to shape the future of fundraising at The Compassionate Friends. You'll develop and deliver a new fundraising strategy aligned with our organisational goals, with a particular focus on individual giving and donor diversification. You'll lead and support a small team, including our Events & Community Fundraiser and Trusts Fundraiser, and work closely with the CEO, Trustees, and wider staff to embed fundraising across the organisation.
You'll be joining a charity with a deeply personal mission and a collaborative culture. Our outgoing Head of Fundraising will remain in a part-time capacity to support your onboarding and ensure a smooth transition.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a new fundraising strategy, with clear KPIs and milestones.
- Lead on individual giving, donor acquisition, and stewardship.
- Explore new income streams including corporate partnerships and community fundraising.
- Collaborate with communications and support teams to maximise fundraising opportunities.
- Report regularly to the CEO and Board, and oversee CRM and supporter communications.
About You
We're open to both experienced fundraisers and those ready to step into a leadership role. What matters most is your passion for our cause, your strategic mindset, and your ability to inspire and deliver.
You'll bring:
- A track record of generating income across multiple streams, especially individual giving.
- Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
- Strategic thinking and financial acumen.
- A collaborative, flexible approach and a commitment to continuous improvement.
- A deep empathy for our mission and the families we support.
Why Join Us?
- Salary of £50,000, rising to £55,000 after completion of probation.
- 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays).
- Personalised training and wellbeing budgets.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- A chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of bereaved families.
How to Apply
Please send your CV to Kevin at Charity People to request a full job pack and to arrange a Teams call.
Key Dates
- Applications close: Friday 21st November
- Shortlist shared: Monday 24th November
- First stage interviews: w/c 1st December
- Second stage interviews: w/c 8th December
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please inform Kevin if you require any assistance or adjustment to help ensure the application process works for you.
Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
Thank you!
Head of Developing Philanthropy
We are looking for a passionate and strategic Head of Developing Philanthropy to join the Environmental Funders Network (EFN) in this remote working role.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key part in growing environmental philanthropy across the UK and to help inspire funders to support causes that sustain a thriving planet.
Position: Head of Developing Philanthropy
Location: Home-based (within 90 minutes of London by train)
Salary: £60,000 per annum, pro rata
Hours: Full time (nb. 80% FTE or flexible working considered for the right candidate)
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 11:59pm on Sunday 23rd November 2025
The Role
Working closely with EFN’s Executive Director, you will lead on growing the amount of funding flowing to environmental causes from UK funders – including trusts, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals – by connecting and engaging with those not yet funding environmental causes at scale, and inspiring and supporting them to start giving or to give more.
You will form part of EFN’s Leadership Team, deputising for the Executive Director as needed, and will likely line manage a small team of 3–4 individuals.
You will:
- Revise and implement EFN’s Growing Environmental Philanthropy (GEP) strategy, working with the Executive Director, Board and GEP Advisory Group.
- Raise awareness of the need for environmental philanthropy through partnerships, events, communications and media opportunities.
- Identify and engage new funders and advisors through meetings, events, field trips and speaking engagements.
- Provide inspiration, advice, and practical resources for funders and advisors to start or expand their environmental giving.
- Support wider programme delivery, including the Big Give’s Earth Raise campaign and partnerships with organisations such as the Beacon Collaborative and Climate Lead.
- Contribute to fundraising for EFN’s GEP programme and support EFN’s financial sustainability.
About You
You’ll bring at least five years’ experience in fundraising or a related industry, with a proven track record of building and managing relationships with individual donors or high-net-worth clients. You’ll be a confident communicator and creative thinker with a strong commitment to environmental and social justice.
You will have:
- Strategic leadership skills, with experience managing and mentoring teams.
- Excellent relationship management and influencing skills, with confidence in public speaking and representing EFN at high-profile events.
- Experience developing and delivering inclusive, outcome-focused events and programmes.
- Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to prioritise a substantial workload and work independently.
- Solid IT skills, including CRM systems (preferably Salesforce) and virtual meeting platforms.
Desirable:
- Experience coordinating networks of funders or organisations.
- Understanding of the funding landscape within the environment or NGO sectors.
- Experience in fundraising and/or managing online resources or websites.
Benefits Include:
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
- 7% employer pension contribution
- Flexible working options
- Learning and development opportunities
- Equipment and office allowance
About the Organisation
The Environmental Funders Network (EFN) works to transform environmental philanthropy in the UK by increasing funding levels, improving effectiveness and supporting those creating a thriving planet. EFN engages more than 1,000 funder participants and 1,800 fundraiser participants through research, collaboration and knowledge-sharing.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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Fundraising Coordinator
Bexley Deaf Centre (BDC) is a small and dynamic, well-established charity which has been serving the borough since 1994. Our work is focussed exclusively on supporting people who are Deaf or hard of hearing. We work to raise awareness, break down barriers and promote understanding within the community.
This is an exciting time to join our organisation; we are about to launch an ambitious new 5-year strategy (supported by our fundraising strategy) and are actively expanding and developing the support and services that we provide.
We are looking for a dynamic and driven Fundraising Coordinator who can lead on our fundraising initiatives, support with the development of new projects and organisational change to facilitate the growth of our services.
This exciting fundraising role will include:
· Assisting with developing and implementing fundraising strategies to enable us to diversify our funding streams
· Identify and evaluate opportunities for new projects, developing proposals, establishing timelines and budgets
· Work closely with the senior leadership team to identify areas for growth and increasing capacity
· Support the growth of the organisation and change required to deliver our fundraising strategy
Experience of working with Deaf people or knowledge of the Deaf community would be an advantage but not essential.
Employee benefits:
- Workplace pension scheme
- Annual leave of 5.6 weeks per year, additional time off at Christmas plus some public bank holidays
- Flexible approach to working arrangements
- All staff are encouraged and supported to engage with further training and CPD opportunities
- Health and wellbeing - access to employee assistance programme
- Discounts at local shops and restaurants (through Blue Light Card)
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Head of Finance & Operations
We are looking for a Head of Finance & Operations to join our growing team in this flexible, remote working role (4 days per week).
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key leadership role within an organisation that is transforming environmental philanthropy across the UK.
Position: Head of Finance & Operations
Location: Remote (occasional travel to London and other UK locations)
Salary: £60,000 per annum, pro rata
Hours: 4 days a week (flexible working considered for the right candidate)
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 11:59pm on Sunday 23rd November 2025
The Role
As Head of Finance & Operations, you will play a pivotal role in leading EFN’s financial, operational, and HR functions, ensuring the organisation continues to thrive and deliver on its ambitious strategy.
Reporting to the Executive Director (ED), you will join the Leadership Team and work closely with the ED and Board of Trustees to ensure sound financial management, operational excellence, and a supportive, effective working culture.
You will:
- Lead on day-to-day financial management, including reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and audit processes
- Oversee governance, compliance, and risk management across all areas of operations
- Manage HR, IT, and systems to support our remote-working team
- Drive continuous improvement in policies, processes, and internal systems (including Salesforce and Xero)
- Provide strategic insight and deputise for the ED when required
- Support staff development and wellbeing, ensuring a positive and inclusive organisational culture
This is a new role reflecting EFN’s recent growth and commitment to strengthening its operational foundations for long-term impact.
About You
We are seeking an experienced and strategic finance and operations leader who thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
You will have:
- Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or AAT)
- At least 7 years’ experience in financial and operational management within the charity sector
- Strong understanding of HR, IT, risk management, and governance in small teams
- Proven experience managing budgets, audits, and charity accounts (Xero experience ideal)
- Excellent project management and strategic planning skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to lead and mentor others
- A proactive, organised, and solutions-focused approach
Desirable:
- Knowledge of UK charity governance and reporting requirements
- Experience working with philanthropists, funders, or in the environmental sector
- Interest in climate and biodiversity issues
Benefits Include:
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, pro rata
- 7% employer pension contribution
- Flexible working arrangements
- Learning and development opportunities
- Home working allowance, laptop, and IT support
About the Organisation
The Environmental Funders Network (EFN) is a UK-based charity dedicated to transforming environmental philanthropy. We work to increase the scale and effectiveness of environmental giving by supporting funders, sharing insight and research, and fostering collaboration across the sector.
EFN is a remote-working organisation with a UK-wide network of over 1,000 funders and 1,800 fundraisers, all committed to creating a thriving planet for future generations.
If you are passionate about supporting environmental impact through strategic finance and operational leadership, we would love to hear from you.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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Are you an ambitious relationship-builder with a passion for securing high-value partnerships? Whether you’re already a corporate fundraiser looking to step up, or you’re coming from a B2B background and want to bring your commercial skills into the charity sector, this could be the perfect next move.
A leading children’s charity is seeking a Corporate New Business Lead to join their high-performing Corporate & Community team. You’ll be supporting an exceptional Head of Corporate & Community—someone known for building a warm, collaborative and hugely successful team environment.
In this pivotal role, you’ll:
- Play a key part in delivering a £400,000 new business target
- Build and manage a strong new business pipeline
- Secure Charity of the Year partnerships, commercial collaborations, and strategic opportunities (supported by the Head of)
- Research prospects, open doors and develop compelling proposals
- Represent the charity at meetings, pitches, webinars and networking events
- Collaborate across teams to develop innovative, high-value partnership opportunities
This is a role full of scope and development potential—ideal for someone who thrives on building relationships, spotting opportunities, and turning conversations into meaningful, long-term corporate partnerships.
You will succeed here if you:
- Are proactive, people-focused and confident opening new business conversations
- Have experience in corporate fundraising or transferable B2B new business skills
- Are a natural communicator with strong written and presentation skills
- Enjoy creating connections, nurturing stakeholders and thinking strategically
- Want to join a supportive, ambitious team making a significant impact for families
Flexible working:
This charity is open to 4 or 5 days per week, flexible patterns, and compressed hours—making it a fantastic opportunity for someone seeking balance alongside career growth.
Location:
Ideally you’ll be based near Surrey or Leatherhead, with the ability to attend in-person meetings and events when needed.
Salary: £34,000 (full-time, or 4 days per week pro rata) + flexible options including compressed hours
Location: Surrey / Leatherhead (hybrid working available)
Applications reviewed on a rolling basis
For a full job description and details on how to apply, please contact Hannah Laking at Harris Hill.
As a certified B Corp™ and leading charity recruitment agency, Harris Hill is committed to equitable and inclusive recruitment practices. Applications from all sections of the community are actively welcomed, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality, or other protected characteristics.
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Location: Saint Agnes, Cornwall (Hybrid) (Ideally 2 days a week, but if this doesn't work, lets have a conversation)
Salary: £39,663 – £46,782 per year
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Surfers Against Sewage (SAS) is seeking a Senior Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager to lead our major gift fundraising programme, securing transformational support for our mission to protect the UK’s oceans, beaches, and marine wildlife. This is a pivotal role within our fundraising team, with responsibility for major donors alongside Trust & Foundation and corporate fundraising.
You’ll join a talented and ambitious team of fundraisers, managing a team of three, and work closely with the Director of Fundraising to develop strategies that inspire donors and secure long-term support.
What the role involves
- Lead SAS’s major gift fundraising programme, managing a portfolio with a primary focus on gifts of £100,000 .
- Develop and maintain Trust & Foundation and corporate relationships, ensuring excellent stewardship and maximising support.
- Manage, mentor, and develop a team of fundraisers, fostering talent, collaboration, and high performance.
- Work collaboratively with internal colleagues to translate SAS’s campaigns and impact into compelling proposals, donor communications, and reports.
- Oversee income and expenditure budgets, track KPIs, and report on performance.
- Thrive in a nimble campaigning organisation, adapting strategies to achieve ambitious fundraising targets.
Who we’re looking for
- Experience in major gift fundraising, with a record of securing transformational donations.
- Experience in trust & foundation and corporate fundraising.
- Great leadership and team management skills, with the ability to coach and develop a high-performing team.
- Excellent communicator and influencer, able to engage donors, colleagues, and stakeholders at all levels.
- Solutions-focused, outcomes-driven, and adaptable, thriving in a fast-moving, campaigning environment.
Hybrid working arrangements
This role is based in Saint Agnes, Cornwall, with a hybrid working model: two days a week in the office, but if this doesn't work for but you think you'd be excellent in this role lets have a chat.
Why join us?
You’ll play a central role in growing SAS’s philanthropy programme, leading a high-performing team, and making a tangible impact on the environment. We are a transparent, ambitious, and outcomes-focused organisation, where your leadership and expertise will be valued and supported.
Closing date: 20 November 2025
How to apply: Please submit your CV to express your interest and we will arrange a conversation ahead of preparing a cover letter.
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.
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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!
Street Child United (SCU) is seeking a strategic and dynamic Fundraising & Partnerships Manager to lead our global income generation and drive long-term organisational growth. This senior role will shape SCU’s fundraising vision across trusts & foundations, major donors, and corporate partnerships—including sponsorships for the Street Child World Cup 2026 in Mexico City.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate and experienced fundraiser to join a small, ambitious team using the power of sport to change the way the world sees and treats street-connected children.
About Street Child United
SCU is a UK-based international NGO that uses sport, storytelling, and advocacy to champion the rights and voices of street-connected children. We work with local organisations around the world and host global events—most notably the Street Child World Cup—to shift perceptions and influence policy change.
About the Role
The Fundraising & Partnerships Manager will lead SCU’s entire income-generation strategy. You will be responsible for developing high-value relationships, designing compelling funding propositions, and securing both unrestricted and programme funding. You’ll work closely with the CEO, Trustees, ambassadors, and senior leaders to unlock new opportunities and ensure the long-term sustainability of our mission.
Strategic Leadership
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Lead SCU’s fundraising strategy across trusts, foundations, high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), and corporate partnerships.
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Set and deliver annual income targets, KPIs, and pipeline goals.
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Provide accurate forecasting, reporting, and strategic recommendations to the CEO and Board.
Trusts & Foundations
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Research, identify, and prioritise relevant funding opportunities globally.
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Write compelling, tailored applications that clearly communicate SCU’s impact.
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Maintain excellent relationships with grant managers and trustees, ensuring high-quality stewardship and reporting.
High Net Worth Individuals (HNWIs)
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Identify and cultivate major donors capable of six-figure contributions.
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Deliver bespoke engagement, proposals, and donor experiences.
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Leverage SCU’s ambassadors, networks, and events to grow the pipeline.
Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorships
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Design innovative corporate sponsorship packages for SCU events and programmes.
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Lead on pitching and securing high-value, multi-year partnerships.
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Manage and deepen corporate relationships, ensuring delivery of sponsorship rights and a high-quality partner journey.
Leadership & Collaboration
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Work with ambassadors, trustees, and senior colleagues to unlock new networks.
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Ensure compliance with safeguarding, governance, and fundraising standards.
Essential Experience & Skills
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Proven track record of securing high-value partnerships (six-figure preferred).
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5–7+ years’ experience in senior fundraising, partnerships, or business development roles.
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Strong networks across corporate, philanthropic, or international donor communities.
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Excellent relationship-building, stakeholder engagement, and presentation skills.
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Exceptional proposal-writing and communication abilities.
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Experience in pipeline management, forecasting, budgeting, and setting KPIs.
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Confident leader with line management experience.
Desirable
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Experience in international fundraising, particularly Latin America, Africa, or the Middle East.
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Understanding of sport-for-development, child rights, or youth empowerment.
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Experience in digital fundraising or innovative partnership models.
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Track record of securing unrestricted or multi-year gifts.
Registered Charity
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Empowering street-connected children through sport to challenge stigma, promote their rights, and amplify their voices worldwide.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you an experienced community builder with a passion for purpose driven work? Do you thrive in a dynamic, mission focused environment where relationship-building, leadership, and strategic thinking make a lasting impact?
We are looking for a Community Fundraising Manager - North to lead and expand outreach efforts across the North of England. This full-time position is remote based, with regular travel across the region.
As a Community Fundraising Manager – North, you will be responsible for:
- Managing a small team of regional fundraisers
- Building networks with community leaders, clergy, schools, and donor groups
- Developing and implementing outreach and fundraising strategies in line with wider organisational goals
- Supporting and recruiting volunteers and public speakers (Community Appealers)
- Contributing to national campaigns, events and conferences
- Driving digital engagement through collaboration with a national social media team
You will be the key liaison between local communities and the national office, ensuring consistent communication, support, and innovation in regional engagement.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead and support Community Fundraisers in the region to achieve strategic goals
- Strengthen relationships with existing donors, high-value supporters, and volunteers
- Coordinate speaking engagements and event presence at parish, school, and community levels
- Represent the organisation at large scale national events and conferences
- Deliver quarterly performance and financial reports
- Collaborate closely with internal teams in communications, events, fundraising, and support services
Essential skills and experience:
- Background in community engagement or fundraising
- Strong public speaking and presentation skills
- Excellent relationship building and leadership abilities
- Organised and self motivated with a strategic mindset
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and social media platforms
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
- Willingness to travel regionally with occasional overnight stays
Desirable:
- Experience using CRM databases (e.g. Raiser’s Edge)
- Understanding of Catholic diocesan structures
- Experience working in the charity sector
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum
Location: Remote, You must be based in North England with regular travel across the region
Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement
Contract type: Permanent
Deadline: On rolling basis
If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!
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