Fundraising and partnerships manager jobs

The Talent Set are delighted to be working with a national Children’s Charity to find their new Relationship Manager.

The organisation offers a flexible working environment, with a fully remote working pattern and salary between £35-40k dependant on experience. This role will require occasional travel for engagement activities.

As Relationship Manager you will manage high value (5-6 figure) existing partnerships with leading global brands, as well as on boarding and new business partnerships to deliver on ambitious partnership objectives, maximising income and supporting awareness for the charity. You will collaborate across departments internally to build awareness and ensure effective delivery of the Partnership objectives and targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the aims and objectives of partnerships through preparing, managing and delivering activity plans and income budgets in support of the Partnership plan
• Responsible for the implementation of national, regional and local corporate partnership initiatives
• Develop and deliver innovative approaches to achieving fundraising targets and new opportunities for employee engagement
• Lead on designated partnerships, projects and events contributing to the Partnership plan
• Implement and maintain excellent communications procedures with colleagues and key stakeholders across all areas of the Charity to coordinate delivery and raise awareness of partnership objectives and targets
• Administer appropriate income/expenditure procedures, produce monthly reports and maintain accurate records of fundraising and other activity to enable evaluation and analysis
• Represent and/or deputise for the Senior Corporate Relationship Manager as required
• Proactively support Corporate Partnerships and colleagues in the ongoing development of activities and initiatives that will contribute the corporate team objectives. Including Support of Relationship Executives in their day to day job, providing direction, sharing experiences and providing advice and assistance as required.
• Assist and advise others in the successful production of fundraising, communications and promotional materials for corporate partners

Person Specification:

• Experience of working in a demanding and profit driven corporate/business, fundraising, sales or marketing environment.
• Managing profitable client/donor relationships within large and complex organisations/companies
• A proven track record in implementing and managing account plans and delivering financial targets.
• Experience of managing corporate relationships or equivalent.
• Present oral/written communication professionally and persuasively.
• Appreciation of equalities and diversity and how it affects this position, the organisation and supporters.
• Understanding the corporate sector and raising funds and awareness from partnerships
• Marketing, Business Development and Account Management

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.

42 London – Central London (hybrid)

At 42 London, we believe talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not. As part of the global 42 Network, we are a free, peer-to-peer coding school open 24/7, preparing diverse learners for real-world tech careers. We are looking for a transformative fundraiser who views capital not as an end in itself, but as a means to unlock life-changing opportunities.

 

The role

You will convert our ambitious mission into sustained, major support—building a high-value portfolio across principal gifts, corporate partnerships, and strategic grants. You’ll open doors at the highest levels, craft compelling cases for support, and secure multi-year commitments that scale our impact.

You will:

• Lead a focused strategy for principal gifts, family offices, and major donors; build a pipeline of prospects and cultivate long-term relationships.
• Secure corporate partnerships and sponsorships (including naming and multi-year programmes) with FTSE-level and global brands.
• Orchestrate high-impact cultivation events in London and leverage the wider 42 Network to engage new supporters.
• Produce best-in-class proposals, stewardship, and impact reporting.
• Ensure full compliance with UK fundraising regulation, charity law, Gift Aid, and GDPR.
• Deliver against stretching income and multi-year commitment goals with clear, consistent reporting to leadership.

 

What you’ll bring

We are seeking an individual who combines proven fundraising expertise with a deep personal passion for educational opportunities.

• A strong record of closing significant gifts/partnerships and growing them into sustained, multi-year support.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills with senior stakeholders (C-suite, trustees, HNW/UHNW circles, family offices, and foundations).
• Outstanding written and verbal communication; credible and compelling with sophisticated audiences.
• Commercial acumen: confident with pipelines, forecasting, and board-level reporting.
• A collaborative, mission-driven mindset and the resilience to thrive in a small, ambitious team.

 

Why 42 London

• Shape and lead our high-value fundraising agenda at a pivotal moment for growth.
• Join a pioneering education model within a global movement.
• Competitive salary, hybrid working (1 day remote), and strong commitment to professional development.

 

How to apply

Please send us your CV and a cover letter (max 2 pages) explaining:

• Why our mission matters to you; and
• How your fundraising has delivered significant, sustained impact.

 

42 London is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities.

Community Action Redbridge is a local infrastructure organisation working to create a fairer Redbridge where everyone and every community thrives. Our mission is to support strong and resilient communities where people lead happy, healthy and fulfilling lives. 

Do you believe in the power of social prescribing to create more connected, resilient, and thriving communities?  

Are you an experienced project manager who is passionate about collaboration, inclusion and skilled at demonstrating impact? 

Community Action Redbridge is looking for a Project Manager to lead our Connected Communities Project, a successful social prescribing initiative that helps people build resilience, reduce loneliness, and connect with the support they need to improve their wellbeing. 

In this pivotal role, you’ll lead the day-to-day delivery and ongoing development of the project, guiding and supporting a small, dedicated team. Working in close partnership with voluntary and community organisations, the NHS, and other local agencies, you’ll help strengthen Redbridge’s community support infrastructure. You’ll champion person-led, strengths-based approaches, ensuring our work remains inclusive, responsive, and firmly grounded in what truly matters to the people we support. 

We’re looking for someone who is organised, compassionate, and skilled in partnership working; confident in leading teams and managing projects; adept at maintaining and developing project systems and processes and committed to tackling inequalities and promoting wellbeing across diverse communities. 

Prior experience in social prescribing, project coordination, or health and wellbeing initiatives will be especially valued. 

This role is offered on a hybrid basis, with a requirement to work three days per week in our Gants Hill office. 

What it’s like to work at Community Action Redbridge 

We are committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace culture that embraces and celebrates difference. Building a team that reflects the diversity of our communities and brings together a range of experiences, backgrounds and perspectives is essential to the work we do. 

We want Community Action Redbridge to be a safe space for everyone to bring their whole selves to work, where all our employees have the opportunity to thrive and feel recognised and valued for the work they do. 

We offer some great benefits including 28 days annual leave plus public holidays, a free and confidential employee helpline, face-to-face and telephone counselling, and a travel loan and cycle to work scheme.

How to apply 

Please submit your CV and a covering letter answering the following 4 questions (no more than 500 words each): 

1. Please tell us about a community-based project, activity, or initiative you have been involved in that supported people’s wellbeing, independence, or connectedness. What approach did you take to make sure it was inclusive and person-led, and how did you help shape or measure the difference it made? 

2. This role involves coordinating multiple workstreams and partners to deliver a complex, evolving project. Can you share an example of a time when you had to balance different priorities, organise people or activities, and keep things on track to achieve positive results? Please include the tools or systems you used to manage the work, how you maintained progress, and how you addressed any challenges along the way. 

3. The Connected Communities Project, which includes the Community Connectors (previously known as Social Prescribing Advisers) is rooted in collaboration and partnership. Please describe a time you built or strengthened relationships with community organisations, local groups, or other stakeholders to achieve shared goals. What helped make that partnership effective, and what did you learn from the experience? 

4. Community Action Redbridge’s work is driven by values of social justice, equity, and community-led change. What do these values mean to you personally, and how would you bring them into your approach as a leader within the Connected Communities Project? You might want to reflect on how you’ve championed fairness, inclusion, or empowerment in your past work or life experience.

We will be reviewing applications and interviewing candidates on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged. 

Corporate Fundraiser

Location: Kensington, London (minimum three days per week in the office)
Salary: £35,000 per annum
Contract: Full-time, 12-month fixed term (hopefully to be made permanent.)
Hours: Core hours 10am–6pm. 5 days a week during the busy times, 4 days a week after the performance season. 2 weeks closure over Christmas (apply quickly) Some evening and weekend work required.

Opera Holland Park is seeking a confident and purposeful Corporate Fundraiser to join our Development team. This is an opportunity to play a key role in one of London’s most distinctive cultural organisations, helping to grow and nurture relationships with a wide range of corporate partners.

You’ll bring energy, creativity, and intelligence to the role, identifying new partnership opportunities, managing existing relationships, and delivering excellent stewardship. With a strong pipeline of prospects already in place, we’re looking for someone who can make the most of it.

About the role
Reporting to the Head of Development, you’ll take responsibility for developing and managing Opera Holland Park’s corporate partnerships programme. This includes identifying new sponsors and partners, securing support for productions and events, and deepening relationships with existing supporters. You’ll also manage hospitality and venue hire partnerships, working closely with colleagues across production, marketing, and senior leadership to deliver value and impact for every partner.

Key responsibilities

• Secure headline sponsorships and partnerships for productions, events, and community programmes.
• Identify, research, and approach potential corporate prospects aligned with our mission and values.
• Develop compelling proposals, sponsorship packages, and partnership collateral.
• Manage and steward existing corporate partners, ensuring the delivery of all benefits and recognition.
• Negotiate and manage venue hire and hospitality partnerships, working with production and marketing colleagues.
• Plan and deliver corporate events and activations, ensuring high-quality experiences for guests and partners.
• Maintain accurate financial and contact records via the Spektrix fundraising database.
• Work closely with the Board and Development team to identify and leverage new opportunities.

About you
You’ll be an experienced corporate partnerships professional. You’ll have the confidence to create and pitch new opportunities, excellent communication and relationship-building skills, and a creative, solutions-focused approach to income generation.

You’ll bring:

• Experience in philanthropic corporate partnerships.
• The ability to build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and partners.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for tailoring messages to different audiences.
• Strong organisational and project management skills.
• Flexibility to attend evening and weekend events as required.
• A collaborative approach, balanced with the confidence to work independently.

Why join us?
Opera Holland Park is a vibrant, welcoming, and creative organisation with a clear sense of purpose: to share outstanding opera with as many people as possible. You’ll be part of a small, supportive team where ideas are encouraged, initiative is valued, and success is shared.

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.

If you’re someone who can turn compassion into action through inspiring, well-run events, this is the role for you!

As Community and Corporate Events Manager, you’ll take ownership of our events calendar, designing and delivering a range of engaging, purposeful, and high-impact events that support our mission and generate essential income.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and manage fundraising events, such as sponsored sleep-outs, our flagship annual ball and community events
• Develop new event ideas that inspire community engagement and increase income
• Oversee all logistics budgets, suppliers, venues, health & safety, volunteers
• Work closely with our frontline team to ensure lived experience and service member stories are at the heart of our events
• Lead on social media and marketing for the Charity
• Promote events through our digital channels, press, and local networks
• Build relationships with local businesses, sponsors, schools, churches, and individuals to grow participation and support
• Analyse and report on event performance, learning and adapting to grow our reach
• Stakeholder relationship building – local councillors, dignitaries, politicians and key influencers

Who We're Looking For

• Proven experience managing events, ideally in a fundraising, nonprofit, or community context
• Creative, strategic, and organised, you know how to juggle multiple projects and stay on top of details
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Passionate about tackling homelessness, social inequality, and supporting people in crisis
• Willing to work occasional evenings/weekends as needed for events
• Full UK driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle insured for business use.
• Ability to travel across Calderdale and occasionally further afield for events, meetings, and partnership activities.

CONTRACT: Full-time, permanent position, following completion of a 6-month probationary period, with a 35-hour working week.

SALARY: €60,869

LOCATION: The position will be based in Cork Simon’s office, at 4 Lapp’s Quay, Cork city centre. There will be the option of working from home for up to two days per week.

BACKGROUND

Cork Simon Community works in solidarity with men and women who are homeless, offering housing and support in their journey back to independent living. It promotes a socially just society and campaigns for a society without homelessness.

Cork Simon is currently seeking a Senior Corporate Partnerships Officer to join its dedicated team.

THE ROLE

The Senior Corporate Partnerships Officer will play a key role in delivering the corporate fundraising element of Cork Simon Community’s Fundraising Strategy across both Cork and Southeast Simon Communities. The postholder will build on a strong base of warm corporate supporters while developing new partnerships that align with the organisation’s mission to support people experiencing homelessness. The successful candidate will lead the Corporate Partnerships Programme, developing and implementing engagement plans and working closely with colleagues across Services, Communications and Volunteering, as well as key external stakeholders in the region.

The ideal candidate will be a relationship-focused professional with experience developing and managing partnerships or client relationships and a proven ability to work to and achieve targets. They will bring excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills, along with strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.

If you’re a motivated relationship builder with strong commercial awareness and a passion for creating positive social impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Cork Simon welcomes applications from candidates with relevant experience who may not currently be based in Cork but are willing to relocate, provided they already have the right to live and work in Ireland.

Business development & Partnership building

1. Identify funding opportunities by keeping abreast of the funding landscape, as well as trends within the international development and Modern Slavery/Human Trafficking sectors, assessing new market opportunities, and forming partnerships. Work closely with country offices to identify and respond to funding opportunities.

2. Build a robust pipeline of opportunities for Hope for Justice programmes.

3. Build highly productive relationships with donors and negotiate effectively, when required.

4. Develop and deliver tailored, high-quality bids, working closely with all relevant HFJ departments to design comprehensive and evidence-based projects for funding.

1. Manage the bid development cycle - follow internal processes for bids, work with the teams to ensure high quality bid design, write and edit technical content for bids, and respond to donor requirements.

6. Report on specific projects from the team’s annual plan.

Donor management

1. Represent Hope for Justice at external meetings with donors and consortium partners.

2. Manage relationships with donors - input into engagement/donor stewardship strategies, communicate with donors regularly, and share key information about projects in between reporting periods.

1. Ensure reporting requirements for all donors are met and quality reports are completed to deadlines.

2. Lead on donor grant agreement/contract negotiations and compliance.

3. Ensure all relevant team members are fully briefed on the terms and conditions of donor grant agreements/contracts, including key deadlines (completion of grant management documents as required).

4. Manage due diligence processes, facilitate donor audits and support the programmes team on external evaluations for donor funded projects.

General

1. Travel is expected as part of the role, including to Hope for Justice Programmes.

2. Support digitalisation of donor and grant records and bid and grant processes.

3. Support volunteers that are assigned to the team.

4. Any other related duties as delegated by the Head of Strategic Partnerships.

5. Ensure harmonious working relationships with all Hope for Justice Departments and staff.

6. Work always in line with HFJ policies and procedures and the wider strategy, culture and ethos of Hope for Justice.

Understand and uphold the standards outlined in the Hope for Justice Safeguarding policies, acting with due care and attention to safeguard the wellbeing of anyone that meets our work and reporting concerns if they do arise.

Key information: 

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week. Some flexibility required to occasionally work outside of normal office hours and to travel within the UK.

Salary: £39,000 - £42,000 per annum

About the role: 

Carers Trust has big ambitions to transform the public conversation about unpaid carers so they are both seen and heard. We also want to put the services that support carers on the map, and to get the public behind our cause. Can you help us achieve this?

We are looking for an experienced Media and PR Manager to join our dynamic Marketing and Communications team. The successful candidate will have developed a strong news sense, either as a journalist or from working in a media engagement role within a broader communications team. They will bring to the role exceptional political judgement and a strong list of existing contacts in the UK media. They will also be able to use their media and PR skills to spot opportunities in the UK news agenda to secure high-quality media coverage that influences decision-makers in the social affairs space. The successful candidate will be equally adept at pitching in stories, and responding to enquiries from across national, regional, consumer and trade press.

The role is varied and exciting. The successful candidate will need to be a team-player, willing to work collaboratively with colleagues from across the charity and able to juggle competing priorities, often to tight deadlines. As Carers Trust’s media lead they will also need to share their ideas and expertise across our network of local carer charities. They will also be able to inspire and build great relationships with our external funders and stakeholders.

To find out more download the recruitment pack attached. 

To apply, follow the link to the Carers Trust recruitment portal. 

Do you have a strong appreciation for the role of philanthropy in the arts? Do you have experience developing and delivering individual giving and philanthropy strategies? If so, you could be our new Head of Philanthropy.

The Head of Philanthropy will lead on day-to-day fundraising across individual giving, memberships, appeals and campaigns for Leeds Playhouse. This role is central to building and sustaining a robust philanthropic programme, with a particular focus on developing a strong pipeline of mid- and high-level donors, cultivating and stewarding High Net Worth Individuals (HNWI), and driving engagement through compelling communications and events.

We are seeking an excellent communicator and strategic fundraiser who is creative, resilient, and highly motivated. The Head of Philanthropy will play a key role in shaping and delivering sustainable income growth through individual giving, and major donor engagement—ensuring our work is resourced for the long term.

The post-holder will report to the Strategic Director of Fundraising & Development, deputising as required, and will line manage the Development Administrator. This role is predominantly based at Leeds Playhouse with some scope for hybrid working, complementing the Strategic Director role (a part-time role, mostly working remotely).

This is a permanent, full time contract. We would like to fill a requirement for 35 hours per week, which is full-time for this role, with some flexibility to work evenings and weekends when required. However, we are open to hearing from people interested in part-time work or job sharing. Pay for the role is £35,700 per year based on 35 hours per week.

Benefits at Leeds Playhouse include 5 weeks holiday entitlement (plus 1.6 weeks of bank holidays), that increases with length of continuous employment; 2 wellbeing days a year; and discounts across our food and drinks, free show tickets and a local gym and swimming discount. Please see our job pack for more benefits we offer.

To find out more about this role, please download our job pack on our website.

To apply, please fill in both of the forms linked on our website listing before the deadline.

The closing date for applications is 10am Wednesday 12 November 2025.

Interviews are currently scheduled for 19 November 2025.

Role Overview:
The Talent Set is working on behalf of a charity to recruit a highly organised and personable Project Manager on a six-month contract to lead a high-profile partnership. The successful candidate will coordinate internal teams, ensure delivery against tight deadlines and KPIs, and facilitate collaboration across multiple working groups. This role requires someone with a corporate fundraising background, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to maintain high standards while keeping relationships positive and productive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate all internal stakeholders and working groups to ensure smooth project delivery
• Drive progress against tight deadlines and KPIs, ensuring individual responsibilities are met
• Facilitate meetings and decision-making processes, keeping teams aligned and accountable
• Navigate complex internal structures to support collaboration and problem-solving
• Maintain high standards and attention to detail throughout the project lifecycle

Person Specification:

• Experience in corporate fundraising or similar partnership-driven projects
• Proven ability to manage projects, partnerships, or initiatives with multiple stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail, highly organised, and diligent
• Excellent interpersonal skills; able to influence, engage, and collaborate effectively
• Sensible, professional, and confident in having difficult conversations when needed
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and high standards
• Able to facilitate working groups and coordinate cross-team efforts efficiently

What’s on Offer:

• A day rate of £150 to £177 per-day + daily holiday for the successful candidate.
• A hybrid working pattern with just 2 – 3 days per-week in the organisation’s Central London Office.
• A 6-month contract in a wonderful organisation.

How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.

Commitment to Diversity:
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.

“The befriending has been a real lift for me – it’s got me wanting to keep going to the gym and other places – I feel less mixed up in my head.” “I feel like we have known each other for years. Our friendship is so special” [Pat and Sam]

b:friend believes that no one should have no one. Every week, over 1,000 older neighbours across South Yorkshire, Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire find friendship through their one-to-one befriending and vibrant social clubs. Whether it’s a cuppa and chat or boxing and barge trips, this charity are tackling loneliness in fun, surprising and meaningful ways.

There has never been a more exciting time to join this growing charity as they build on their strong foundations and look to expand their reach and impact even further. Charity Horizons is delighted to be supporting b:friend in their search for a Corporate Relationships Manager – an exciting new opportunity to grow sustainable income through meaningful corporate partnerships. 

Are you a creative, relationship-driven individual who loves building connections and spotting opportunities? If so, this could be the perfect role for you.

The Role

As Corporate Relationships Manager, you will play a key role in growing b:friend’s income through purposeful and engaging corporate partnerships. Key responsibilities will include:

• Building strong relationships with businesses and securing new partnerships.
• Maximising corporate support through donations, sponsorships, gifts in kind and volunteering.
• Creating compelling materials and impact stories to demonstrate the tangible difference made by corporate support.
• Representing b:friend at networking opportunities, events, and community activities across the region.

This is a fantastic opportunity to shape and grow a developing income stream, bringing your ideas and energy to an organisation that’s making a visible difference every day.

The Person

We are looking for someone who thrives on building relationships, is proactive and self-motivated, and has a real passion for connecting people and businesses with a meaningful cause.

To be successful in this role, you should come to us with experience in fundraising, business development or sales, and with a strong track record of building partnerships. You should have excellent communication and presentation skills, and the confidence to engage and inspire others. With a collaborative, friendly approach, you should have a genuine empathy for older people and the values of b:friend.

A driving licence and access to a car is also necessary, and you should be comfortable travelling across South Yorkshire, Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, as required.

Whether your background is in corporate fundraising, account management or business development, if you love building and developing relationships, this role offers the chance to make a genuine impact!

Why b:friend?

b:friend isn’t just a charity, it’s a community. The organisation fosters a warm, supportive and empowering culture, where creativity and collaboration thrive and everyone feels valued and supported in their roles. Not only does the charity promote flexible and hybrid working but you will also benefit from a 3% Employer pension contribution, access to Employee Assistance Programme (Health Assured) and office closure between Christmas and New Years (amounting to 3 days bonus annual leave).

If you’re a passionate, proactive relationship-builder who wants to make a real difference to older people’s lives, we’d love to hear from you!

The role is permanent and open to candidates looking for either a full or part time role.

If you think you could be the right person to fulfil the exciting responsibilities of this role, then get in touch today! Contact Charlie, Leanne or Jen from Charity Horizons for more information, or follow this link to apply for the role.

Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format, such as audio or video upload, please contact either Charlie or Leanne who will be happy to advise on this.

Please also be aware that we use anonymous recruitment methods when submitting shortlists for all our roles and we only work with organisations that are happy to engage with us in this way.

Charity Horizons is an equal opportunities employer and as such actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable candidates irrespective of age, disability, hidden disability, race or national origin, religion or belief, gender, gender expression, political view, sexual orientation, medical condition and pregnancy.

The Politics Project is looking for an experienced and strategic Partnerships Manager to grow and strengthen relationships across the youth, education and democracy sectors.

ABOUT THE POLITICS PROJECT

The Politics Project supports young people to use their voice by providing them with outstanding democratic education. We work with young people, teachers, youth practitioners and politicians to help them learn, teach and engage in democracy. We are a non-partisan organisation working across the UK. 

ABOUT DEMOCRACY CLASSROOM

Democracy Classroom is a partnership of over 100 civil society organisations from the youth, education and democracy sectors working together to support young people to engage in elections and democracy. 

The network is supported by the Democracy Classroom Platform, which brings together over 1000 free educational resources for teachers and youth practitioners.

Democracy Classroom is a non-partisan, UK-wide initiative and a leading voice for the sector, reaching teachers and youth practitioners in 95% of the UK’s parliamentary constituencies. It coordinates the collective voice of organisations committed to democratic education, including through its joint submission to the Department for Education’s Curriculum and Assessment Review and the publication of The Roadmap to Votes at 16, a collaborative vision for the implementation of Votes at 16.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for an experienced and strategic Partnerships Manager to strengthen and grow our connections across the youth, education and democracy sectors. You will play a key role in expanding and deepening the Democracy Classroom Network, helping to increase its reach, visibility and impact on democratic education across the UK.

The role will support organisations to prepare for and collaborate on upcoming changes in democratic engagement and education - such as the introduction of Votes at 16 - ensuring the sector is coordinated, informed and ready to respond collectively.

This is a dynamic, people-focused role supporting more than 100 partner organisations to collaborate, share learning and deliver joined-up support for teachers and youth practitioners. You will combine excellent relationship-building with the ability to think strategically, spot opportunities and translate them into practical action.

You will work closely with the Head of Communications and Networks, the Communications Lead, and colleagues across The Politics Project to ensure that partners are supported, connected and able to collaborate effectively. The role blends strategic relationship management with hands-on coordination and communication.

Key responsibilities include:

Partnership management

• Build, maintain and strengthen relationships with over 100 existing civil society partners.
• Act as the main point of contact for partner queries, feedback and support.
• Identify and onboard new organisations to join the Democracy Classroom Network.
• Facilitate partner input into planning, decision-making and shared problem-solving.

Strategic development and coordination

• Identify new opportunities for collaboration, policy influence and sector engagement.
• Advise senior colleagues on partnership trends, risks and emerging opportunities.
• Develop and deliver partner communication strategies, ensuring information and opportunities are shared clearly and consistently.
• Coordinate effectively with internal teams to ensure joined-up delivery and coherent partner messaging.

Engagement and representation

• Plan and deliver Democracy Classroom meetings, training sessions and networking events.
• Represent The Politics Project at external meetings and events, acting as an ambassador for our collaborative and non-partisan approach.

Monitoring and reporting

• Track partner engagement, feedback and satisfaction to inform continuous improvement.
• Support monitoring, evaluation and reporting to demonstrate the impact of the network.

This is a fast-paced role in a small but growing team. The post includes a six-month probation period and is fixed-term until March 2027, with potential for extension depending on funding. Occasional travel within the UK and some evening or weekend work will be required.

BENEFITS

• 33 days’ annual leave including Bank Holidays (inclusive of 3 days’ leave between Christmas and New Year).
• 4% employer pension contribution.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Friendly, inclusive and supportive working environment.

ABOUT YOU

You are passionate about democratic engagement and committed to supporting the growth and impact of The Politics Project and the Democracy Classroom Network. You are a proactive self-starter who can think strategically while delivering operationally. You can identify opportunities, develop partnerships and turn ideas into practical outcomes. You’ll have excellent communication and organisational skills, confidence working across sectors, and a track record of building effective, long-term relationships.

Above all, you are an effective relationship-builder able to network, negotiate, persuade and problem-solve, and motivated by the challenge of leading a high-profile national partnership.

In accordance with our Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires an enhanced DBS check (provided by The Politics Project).

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Proven experience in partnership or stakeholder management, ideally within civil society, education or government sectors.
• Demonstrable ability to think strategically and identify opportunities for collaboration or growth.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
• Excellent project management and organisational abilities.
• Experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Confident working with, and understanding of, the education and youth sectors (teaching or youth work experience not required).
• Knowledge of and interest in UK politics and democratic engagement.
• IT literate, with strong working knowledge of Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive etc).
• Self-motivated, resilient and solutions-focused.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings/weekends and travel within the UK.

Desirable

• Experience managing databases or CRM systems.
• Experience monitoring and evaluating partnership impact and producing reports.

TO APPLY

Please submit your CV and a covering letter (maximum one side of A4) via the CharityJob website.

Closing date: 11:30 pm, Sunday 9th November 2025

Interviews: Week commencing Monday 17th November 2025

If you are an ambitious, audience-focused communications and marketing professional who wants to work with a passionate team, in a unique cultural and heritage visitor destination, then look no further.

About Crystal Palace Park

At over 200 acres, Crystal Palace Park is far larger than most urban parks. Beloved as a ‘back garden’ to many people in the surrounding neighbourhoods, it is also of national and international significance due to its design as the grounds to the Victorian architectural masterpiece, The Crystal Palace, and its rich, unique heritage, including the 170-year-old world-famous Dinosaurs. Today, circa one million people visit the park every year; to relax and meet friends and family, take part in sports and physical exercise, enjoy world-class acts during summer festivals, or simply have a moment of peace and enjoyment of nature.

In September 2023, after 25 years of community campaigning, Crystal Palace Park Trust took over custodianship of this historic landscape and its unique venues via a 125-year lease from the London Borough of Bromley. We are now working closely with a wide-range of partners to deliver a multi-million-pound regeneration and restoration project that will save the park's globally unique heritage and drive a 35% increase in annual visitor numbers.

The Senior Manager, Audience & Communication will have a critical role to play in the coming years; driving engagement with larger, more diverse audiences as we establish Crystal Palace Park as an exemplar in urban park management, community-led regeneration and cultural and heritage programming whilst restoring its position as one of the UK’s leading visitor attractions.

About the role

The role of Senior Manager, Audience & Communications offers a hugely exciting opportunity for a creative, dynamic and strategic communications and marketing professional to join the charity at a pivotal moment in its evolution. 

You will be able to develop and deliver creative and compelling multi-channel campaigns to meet objectives including:

• Raising the profile of the park and its iconic, award-winning indoor and outdoor venues, such as the Crystal Palace Subway, Italian Terraces, and Concert Platform, as a home for world-class arts, culture and heritage;
• Broadening access, deepening participation and extending reach with larger and more diverse audiences;
• Providing a high level of customer service to park visitors, users and the surrounding communities;
• Supporting income generation as part of the Trust’s remit to deliver an innovative new business model to underpin a sustainable and vibrant future for this complex and historic landscape; and
• Promoting opportunities for local residents to get involved in caring for this unique landscape such as volunteering, membership and philanthropic giving.

To help achieve these objectives you will oversee the work of a Senior Communications & Marketing Officer to ensure the smooth and efficient delivery of all communications and marketing channels whether digital, press or physical in-park signage.

How to apply

For more information on how to apply, please download the application pack and submit the required documents by the closing date of 10am on Monday 17 November 2025.

Crystal Palace Park Trust is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that our staff should represent the communities, organisations, and individuals that we work with and support. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or nationality.

Position: Community Fundraiser – West / South-West England
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time (35 hours a week)
Location: Home Based (West / South-West England)
Salary: Starting from £26,384 per annum, plus excellent benefits
Salary Band and Job Family: Band 1, Charity 
*You’ll start at our entry point salary of £26,384 per annum, increasing to £28,033 after 6 months service and satisfactory performance and to £29,682 after a further 6 months.

About us

We make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.

Our strategy is based on what people affected by MS have told us is important to them. It gives us a clear and determined focus.

Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.

Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive working environment where you'll be able to make a difference.

About this job

Are you a natural connector who loves working with people and making a difference in your community? 

Do you enjoy building relationships, inspiring others, and creating opportunities for positive change? 

If so, we’d love to hear from you! We’re looking for a Community Fundraiser to join our team in West/South-West England. 

In this role, you’ll be at the heart of our work in local communities—supporting individuals, groups, and businesses to raise vital funds to enable the MS Society to continue to support people living with MS. You’ll help people turn their passion into action, guiding them through their fundraising journey and celebrating their success. 

Whether you come from a background in community engagement, sales, customer service, or events, what matters most is your ability to connect with people, spot opportunities, and bring energy and creativity to everything you do. 

What you’ll be doing: 

• Building strong relationships with supporters, volunteers, local businesses, and community groups across West/South-West England. 
• Supporting individuals, groups, and organisations to plan and deliver successful fundraising activities—offering guidance, encouragement, and celebrating their achievements. 
• Identifying new opportunities to grow income and engagement in your region, including partnerships with local trusts and businesses. 
• Ensuring excellent stewardship by providing consistent, friendly, and professional support throughout each fundraising journey. 
• Working collaboratively with internal teams to contribute to regional fundraising strategies and develop innovative approaches to community fundraising. 
• Representing the MS Society at local events and meetings, raising awareness and inspiring people to get involved. 
• Required to travel throughout the region which will include the geographical areas of  Shrewsbury and Telford, Hereford, Worcester, Cheltenham, Bristol, Swindon, Bath, Exeter, Plymouth and Bournemouth.  Regions can be amended to meet business needs. 

What we’re looking for: 

• A confident communicator who enjoys meeting new people and building lasting relationships. 
• Someone proactive, organised, and motivated to achieve targets and outcomes. 
• Experience in fundraising is welcome—but not essential. If you’ve worked in sales, community outreach, or any role where you’ve inspired and supported others, we’d love to hear from you. 
• A full driving licence is essential, as you’ll be out and about in your region. 

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and ambitious team, with the flexibility to shape your role and make a real impact. If you're ready to take on a new challenge and help us grow our community fundraising, we’d love to hear from you. 

Closing date for applications: 9:00 on Monday 17th November 2025 

Interested?

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Equal Opportunities 
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and or from ethnic minority backgrounds.

We’d be grateful if you downloaded and completed the equality and diversity monitoring form and submit it with your application. 

Disability Confident Employer 
We’re a Disability Confident Employer and we’re committed to promoting equality and diversity.

You can ask for reasonable adjustments as part of both our recruitment and new starter on-boarding processes.

If you need any help or adjustments to apply for this role, please contact us. You can also ask for the application materials to be sent to you in a different format. Such as for them to be sent to you by email or in a larger word format.

More about our employee benefits:
We have a wide range of employee benefits including (but not limited to): 

Encouraging work life balance

• 39 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rata for part-time
• More annual leave entitlement, based on length of employment
• Smart working options (with the opportunity to work remotely and find a smart working pattern that suits both you and us) 
• Flexible working options 

Caring for you and your family 

• Generous sick pay entitlement
• More sick pay entitlement, based on length of employment 
• Opportunity to buy and sell annual leave in each calendar year 
• Free access to a GP virtually 24 hours a day/7 days a week allowing you unlimited advice, reassurance and where appropriate diagnosis 
• Enhanced leave for new parents 
• Free access to a confidential 24 hours a day/7 days a week helpline service for both you and your family with a specialist range of support and information
• Special leave options (such as up to 5 days paid leave for domestic or personal emergencies a year)
• 10 days paid disability leave a year, pro-rata for part-time 
• 10 days paid carers’ leave a year, pro-rata for part-time 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Death in service scheme
• New family-friendly benefits, including paid leave:
  • In the event of miscarriage or still birth 
  • To support fertility treatments
  • For antenatal appointments for both parents

Thinking about your finances 

• Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Discounted season ticket loan and interest-free emergency loans
• Give as you earn to support other charities of your choice before tax
• New employee portal including lifestyle savings vouchers and personal wellbeing

Enriching your life at work

• Personalised development plans with a wide range of training courses and opportunities to source additional training options with your line manager
• Yearly internal apprenticeship opportunities
• New, modern offices that embrace working together both in-person and remotely 
• Various opportunities to influence how we internally operate (including surveys, and focus and committee groups) 
• Active and supportive internal employee networking groups for collaboration and peer support 
• 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering for MS Society activities during normal working hours (such as fundraising events, or campaigning in the local community) 
• 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering with other charities during normal

Safeguarding 
We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services and we come into contact with.

This is regardless of Gender, Race, Disability, Sexual orientation, Religion or belief, Pregnancy, Gender reassignment.

We recognise our particular responsibility to make sure vulnerable adults and children are protected.

We have measures in place to protect everyone we come into contact with from abuse and maltreatment of all kinds.

Your right to work in the UK 
You must have the right to work in the UK to work in paid employment with us. You’ll need to share documents showing you’re eligible to work in the UK if we offer you employment.

You can find the UK visas and permits granting you the right to work in the UK on the UK Government website. We currently don’t have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and aren’t able to support you with your visa applications.

No agencies please.