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About GSG Impact
GSG Impact is a global network of National Partners working to build impact economies that mobilise capital for measurable social and environmental impact. Through its network spanning more than 48 countries, GSG Impact works with governments, investors, regulators, development finance institutions, and ecosystem actors to strengthen the enabling conditions for impact-oriented economies, where capital flows to create positive social and environmental outcomes.
Position Summary
The Head of Fundraising will lead GSG Impact’s fundraising function at a critical stage of organisational growth and income diversification. The role is responsible for delivering GSG Impact's fundraising strategy, supporting the achievement of annual income targets of approximately £3 million per year, converting strategic priorities into fundable propositions, and building the systems, processes, relationships, and team capabilities required to secure sustainable long-term funding.
Working closely with the Chief of Engagement and Strategic Partnerships, senior leadership, fundraising team, Trustees, and National Partners, the Head of Fundraising will oversee the development of a diversified funding portfolio and will be responsible for building and managing a robust fundraising pipeline, strengthening donor stewardship, improving cost recovery, and ensuring fundraising activity is aligned with organisational priorities and financial sustainability goals.
This role requires a proactive fundraiser who can originate opportunities, open senior relationships, develop compelling narratives, lead complex proposal processes, and create a culture of shared fundraising responsibility across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Business development, Prospecting and Pipeline Conversion
Build and maintain a prioritized list of top institutional, philanthropic, bilateral, multilateral, DFI, corporate, and family-office, and high-net-worth prospects aligned with GSG Impact's strategic priorities.
Proactively identify, research, qualify, and cultivate new prospects, with a particular focus on funders aligned with impact economies, domestic capital mobilisation, climate adaptation and resilience, impact transparency, policy reform, investment vehicles, and emerging markets.
Develop and manage a rolling pipeline of high-quality funding opportunities, moving prospects from initial identification through cultivation, concept development, proposal submission, negotiation, and grant close in collaboration with programme staff and National Partners.
Translate GSG Impact’s strategy into compelling fundable propositions, including unrestricted/core support, restricted programme grants, regional funding, National Partner support, and special initiatives.
Personally lead the development and conversion of the highest-value opportunities, especially prospects requiring senior-level cultivation.
Identify and develop new revenue opportunities, strategic partnerships, and funding models that support GSG Impact's long-term sustainability and income diversification
Proposal Development and Grant Acquisition
Lead the development of high-quality funding proposals, concept notes, and donor engagement materials.
Ensure strategic alignment of all proposals with organisational priorities and donor interests.
Ensure all proposal budgets meet or exceed GSG Impact's cost-recovery targets
Set and ensure implementation of standards for proposal quality, narrative framing, and budget methodology across the fundraising team
Donor Management and Stewardship
Support the Chief of Engagement and Partnerships with relationship management of GSG Impact's most significant donors and strategic prospects
Lead the annual stewardship strategy, ensuring renewal and growth of key funding relationships
Oversee narrative and financial reporting, ensuring high quality, consistency, and timeliness
Functional Leadership
Manage the fundraising team, providing coaching, oversight, performance management, and professional development
Ensure compliance with Fundraising Regulator, GDPR, and relevant UK legislation
In collaboration with colleagues across the organisation monitor and update the information in CRM for fundraising contacts and other relevant information.
Implement strong financial tracking, reporting, and forecasting processes
Foster a culture of fundraising responsibility across GSG Impact teams
Innovation & Growth
Identify new funding opportunities and diversify income streams
Explore digital fundraising and emerging trends
Drive continuous improvement in fundraising performance, effectiveness and operational excellence.
External Representation
The Head of Fundraising plays a key role in relationship management with GSG Impact's most significant funders and prospects. They represent the organization at key sector events and convenings as delegated by the Chief of Engagement and Partnerships.
Qualifications
Demonstrable track record of originating new donor relationships and converting them into six- or seven-figure grants.
Experience in building prospect pipelines from a limited starting base.
Strong understanding of institutional philanthropy, bilateral and multilateral funding, DFIs, and/or impact investing funders.
Proven ability to develop fundable propositions from complex, technical, organisational strategies, including on policy, systems-change, market-building, or ecosystem-development initiatives
Experience working directly with CEOs, Boards, Trustees, or senior principals on donor cultivation.
Strong commercial discipline: pipeline management, probability weighting, forecasting, and cost recovery.
Ability to write or lead the development of high-quality proposals under tight timelines.
Competencies
Alignment with GSG Impact mission and values
Proven fundraising track record in international development, impact investment, philanthropy or social sector
Strategic thinking and fundraising planning
Senior donor relationship management
Team leadership and coaching
Strong written communication and proposal development
Budget and cost-recovery literacy
Collaborative working style
How to apply
Please send your CV and a covering letter of no more than two pages outlining how your skills and experience meet the essential criteria for this role.
The deadline for applications is 5pm on 22 June 2026.
We are committed to equality and diversity of opportunity and positively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. All applicants will also be asked to complete a short equality and diversity monitoring form, which is held separately from your application and plays no part in shortlisting decisions.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Rosa is looking for a thoughtful and ambitious fundraiser to join us at an exciting point in our growth. This is a new role with the chance to build experience across philanthropy, corporate partnerships, events and prospect development, while working closely with colleagues across fundraising, communications and grant making.
This is an ideal role for someone ready to take the next step in their fundraising career within a values-led organisation with national reach. You will play a central role in strengthening donor relationships and increasing income to support Rosa’s impact across society.
If you are organised, proactive and motivated by the chance to help resource change for women and girls, we would love to hear from you.
Job purpose
Reporting to the Philanthropy Manager, the Fundraising Officer will help support Rosa’s major donor and corporate fundraising at an exciting point in our growth.
Working across philanthropy, corporate partnerships, donor stewardship, events and prospect development, you will play a key role in helping us build strong supporter relationships and grow income to power Rosa’s mission. This is a varied and developmental role, offering the chance to work across every stage of the donor journey while building specialist fundraising skills in a high-ambition, values-led team.
It is an ideal opportunity for someone ready to step up from a fundraising assistant/ coordinator or similar role and take on broader responsibility in a national organisation with a clear purpose. The work you do will help generate funding for Rosa’s grant making, capacity building and influencing work — giving you a direct connection between fundraising and impact.
Key responsibilities
- Excellent stewardship of major donor and corporate relationships, including keeping donors up to date with Rosa’s work through events and meetings, written reports and newsletters
- Manage a portfolio of individual donors, major donors and corporates
- Coordinate and deliver successful in person donor engagement events, currently twice a year with one large event in March and a smaller event in November
- Build a strong prospect pipeline of corporate donors by undertaking prospect research and contributing to new business pitches
- Undertake prospect research and compelling donor briefings for new major donors and new giving circle members (Thrive Network)
- Maintain high quality CRM records to record each stage of donors’ journeys and supporting the transition to a new CRM (Beacon)
- Able to work in a manner consistent with Rosa’s values and principles
- Carry out all aspects of this job description in accordance with policies set out in Rosa’s handbook, paying particular attention to safeguarding, data protection and equality and diversity.
You may also be asked to carry out other tasks that are in line with the responsibilities of the Fundraising Officer.
Experience, knowledge & skills (all essential)
- Two years’ relevant experience in a fundraising role (working in a role involving prospect research and donor stewardship of High Net Worth Individuals or major donors and/ or corporates)
- Experience of event management, meetings and developing research briefings
- Strong written communication and drafting skills
- Confidence in building relationships with external stakeholders
- Attention to detail in recording and tracking interactions with donors and prospects
- Able to work independently and collaboratively
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Understanding of excellent supporter care
- Experience of using Microsoft Office and a CRM database
Personal attributes
- A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion (essential)
- Energy, passion and enthusiasm for Rosa’s values and goals and for the organisations we support (essential)
- Knowledge of the UK Women and Girls sector and issues facing women and girls (preferred)
How to apply
To apply please visit our website for the full Job Pack and follow the instructions to apply via our on-line application form.
Rosa’s mission is to contribute to empowering women and girls by drawing in and distributing funding and resources to the women and girls sector.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About The Clink Charity
The Clink Charity, founded in 2009, aims to prevent and reduce reoffending through training, reintegration, and support. We deliver hospitality and horticulture training behind the prison walls and in the community by creating an environment where our students are supported to gain the skills, confidence and qualifications they need to rebuild their lives.
Since that time, we have trained approximately 5,000 people in prison and delivered 2,600 City & Guilds qualifications in a variety of hospitality and food courses.
What makes The Clink so unique is our post-release support and mentoring programme that reintegrates an offender back into society through assistance with health and mental health issues, housing, employment, family connections and friendships.
The charity operates an award-winning fine-dining restaurant open to the public inside HMP Brixton, training kitchens in the prison estate, horticulture projects at HMP Send and HMP Erlestoke, a commercial bakery in Brixton, and a bespoke delivery service, Catered by Clink.
Additionally, Clink Events is our social enterprise catering business with food produced by the women in HMP Downview and also in an additional kitchen at Herne Hill and then served by alumni on front of house at some of the best venues in London including: the Guildhall, the Science Museum, Cutty Sark, Kew Gardens and the Camden Roundhouse. In 2025, across 239 events, The Clink fed 43,000 people.
More information can be found on our website and social media channels.
About The Role
Working pattern: Full time, 9am-5pm Monday-Friday, 3-4 days in the office, or on site at projects in prison or in the community.
Location: Our Head Office is in Herne Hill, SE24 London (7 min walk from Herne Hill station)
Our Head of Fundraising & Brand is a vital leadership role within The Clink Charity, responsible for securing the income, profile and partnerships needed to sustain and grow our life-changing work.
This is a broad and influential role, providing strategic leadership across fundraising, communications, marketing and brand. Working within our portfolio of prison and community-based projects, the postholder will help ensure that The Clink's impact is communicated in a compelling and consistent way to funders, supporters, partners and the wider public, while developing sustainable income streams to support our long-term ambitions.
Building on The Clink's strong reputation and proven impact, the Head of Fundraising & Brand will lead the development and delivery of a fundraising and communications strategy that extends beyond grants to encompass major donors, corporate partnerships, individual giving, events and other income opportunities. Through powerful storytelling, audience growth and brand development, they will increase awareness of our work, strengthen engagement with key stakeholders and create new opportunities for fundraising, partnerships and commercial income generation.
Working closely with the Chief Executive, Director of Finance & Resources and senior leadership team, the postholder will lead and develop a talented fundraising and marketing team, cultivate strategic relationships and identify new opportunities for growth and collaboration.
As The Clink continues to expand its reintegration, training and employment programmes, this role will play a central part in securing the resources needed to support that growth, strengthen our brand and increase engagement with our mission to reduce reoffending.
If you are a strategic and ambitious fundraising leader with a track record of generating income, building partnerships and inspiring teams, and are passionate about creating meaningful social change, we would love to hear from you.
A Little About You
You could be a great fit for our Head of Fundraising & Brand role if you are an ambitious and strategic leader with experience of developing fundraising strategies, growing income and building organisational profile. Perhaps you've led fundraising within a charity, developed successful partnerships, secured major grants, or overseen marketing and communications activity that has strengthened a brand, increased audience engagement and generated growth in income through fundraising, commercial activity or the sale of products and services.
You may have built your career in fundraising, communications, marketing or business development, but you'll have a strong understanding of how these disciplines work together to generate support, attract funding, grow audiences and drive sustainable income. You'll be comfortable developing strategy, building relationships and translating organisational impact into compelling stories that inspire funders, partners, customers and supporters.
We welcome applications from experienced professionals who are ready to lead a talented team, shape the future direction of fundraising and brand development at The Clink Charity, and play a key role in our continued growth. Most importantly, you'll be passionate about our mission and motivated by the opportunity to transform lives, reduce reoffending and create second chances
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising and Income Generation
· Develop and deliver a multi-stream fundraising strategy that supports The Clink Charity's growth and long-term sustainability.
· Use brand identity to drive sales.
· Lead income generation activity across trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, individual giving, events and other fundraising streams.
· Use communications to create income from marketing of our commercial products and services e.g. bakery, restaurant, café, events.
· Build and manage a strong fundraising pipeline, identifying and securing new funding opportunities and strategic partnerships
· Monitor fundraising performance, ensuring targets are achieved and opportunities and risks are proactively managed.
Brand, Marketing and Communications
· Lead the development and delivery of a compelling brand and communications strategy.
· Ensure The Clink's impact, mission and outcomes are communicated effectively to supporters, funders, partners and the wider public.
· Oversee marketing campaigns, digital engagement and communications activity that strengthen the charity's profile and support income generation.
· Champion a consistent and impactful organisational brand across all channels.
Leadership and Team Development
· Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing fundraising, marketing and communications team.
· Create a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
· Support the development of fundraising and marketing capability across the wider organisation.
Strategic Leadership
· Contribute to the strategic direction and future development of The Clink Charity.
· Work closely with colleagues across operational and support functions to align fundraising and brand activity with organisational priorities.
· Represent the charity externally with funders, partners, supporters and other key stakeholders.
· Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations, best practice and organisational policies.
Person Specification
Essential
· Significant experience in fundraising, income generation and fundraising strategy development.
· A proven track record of delivering sustainable income growth across multiple fundraising streams.
· Experience of developing and implementing successful fundraising plans, campaigns and income-generation initiatives.
· Experience of leading or overseeing brand, marketing and communications activity, including the development of organisational messaging and audience engagement strategies
· Strong understanding of how fundraising, brand, marketing and communications can work together to increase income, profile and supporter engagement.
· Experience of leading, motivating and developing high-performing teams.
· Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and inspire a wide range of audiences.
· Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop compelling cases for support and communicate organisational impact effectively.
· Strong planning, organisational and project management skills.
· Experience of using data, insight and performance metrics to inform decision-making and drive improvement.
· A commitment to the mission, values and objectives of The Clink Charity.
Desirable
· Experience within the charity, social enterprise or not-for-profit sector
· Experience of working with senior leadership teams, trustees or boards.
· Experience of corporate partnership development, major donor fundraising or philanthropy.
· Experience of managing digital marketing, audience development or supporter engagement activity.
· Understanding of rehabilitation, employability, education or the criminal justice sector.
· Membership of a relevant professional body such as the Chartered Institute of Fundraising or the Chartered Institute of Marketing.
Personal Attributes
· Demonstrable belief in The Clink’s mission and passion for our work.
· High levels of self-awareness, humility and flexibility, as well as an open and collaborative leadership style.
· Personal integrity, kindness, warmth and sound judgement.
· Good communicator: orally and in writing.
· Proactive, adaptable and can use initiative and find solutions to problems.
· Positive, entrepreneurial, energising and adopts a “can do” mentality.
· Values driven and promotes inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility (IDEA).
Reporting Lines & Management Expectations
You will report to our Director of Finance and Resources and will initially have two team members reporting to you.
General clink charity information
All staff are expected to:
· Comply with all current legislation
· Comply with all prison operational policies
· Comply with The Clink Staff Handbook
· Undertake such other duties within the scope of the post as may be requested by your Manager
Benefits:
28 days holiday plus bank holiday
Company pension scheme
Free meal on duty at Head Office or in the Restaurant
HOW TO APPLY
If you would like to apply for this post, please send your CV and a supporting statement (maximum 2 sides of A4) to Lizann Barnwell (HR Consultant) via this job site.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged. The closing date is Monday 22nd June, 9am.
In your supporting statement you should ensure that you try to address the desirable criteria set out in the person specification for the role. Make sure you give evidence which shows how you meet the criteria, not just telling us that you did it.
Interviews will be arranged on a rolling basis for this role, so early applications are encouraged. The deadline for applications is Monday 22nd June 2026, 9am.
We do not send individual acknowledgment of applications due to the high volume we receive, and we will only contact candidates who are shortlisted for an interview. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, your application has not been successful on this occasion.
If you would like an informal chat about this role, we can offer a call with a member of The Clink Team. Even if you feel you do not meet some of the criteria listed above, we would still welcome applications from passionate candidates who are keen to make a difference.
Appointment Process
Applicants who have demonstrated that they meet the desirable criteria set out in the person specification will be contacted and interviews arranged on a rolling basis.
Interview
If you are shortlisted for interview, you will be invited to a selection process. A panel of two or more, including the recruiting manager conducts all interviews. If there are any special arrangements associated with the selection process e.g. tests or presentations, you will be informed accordingly.
Interview Outcome
If you are invited to attend an interview, you will be informed either verbally or in writing of the outcome. The successful candidate will have the decision confirmed in writing as an offer of employment. Unsuccessful candidates will be offered the opportunity for feedback.
Associate Director of Fundraising and Communications
Are you a commercially minded leader and inspiring people manager? Are you at a professional level where you’re ready to deliver a step-change for a leading and major Welsh cancer charity?
We’re looking for an Associate Director of Fundraising and Communications who is primed to play a major role as the driving force behind a new era of income growth and brand influence in the Third Sector.
Working 35 hours per week in a hybrid role you can work effectively from home with a willingness to regularly network across Wales and attend Cardiff City Centre Head Office as the nature of the role requires.
The Role
You’re a people focused leader with a passion for driving transformation to spearhead our income growth and elevate our brand. This is a high impact, critical and senior leadership role where you’ll have direct responsibility for financial performance and leading integrated functions to ensure no opportunity for impact is missed.
You’ll balance high-level strategic leadership with a hands-on approach to delivery. From identifying and converting high-value corporate partnerships to leading a multi-disciplinary team across fundraising and marketing, your work will directly fund essential cancer services across Wales. You’ll use data-driven insights to sharpen our performance and generate income to make a difference to our communities across Wales.
Reporting into the Director of Income Generation, Marketing and Communication, you’ll take ownership of a significant portfolio. Your mission is clear: transition our fundraising into a more commercially focused, insight-driven operation—with a specific mandate to build a powerhouse corporate and high-value income stream.
We welcome informal and confidential candidate conversations about the role before the 30th June closing date. Candidates will need to be available for an in-person interview at our Cardiff Head Office on the 14th July.
Please take a look at the Recruitment Pack by clicking on Apply or on our website when considering your application. Your application should demonstrate your motivation for the Associate Director of Fundraising and Communications role and how your skills and experience are a great match for the role and how you align with our values.
Key Responsibilities and What You’ll Bring
- Strategic & Proven Growth: You’ll lead the development of integrated fundraising and comms strategies that don't just "hit targets" but deliver measurable, sustainable growth. You’ve a demonstrable track record of delivering significant income, with expertise in corporate or high-value fundraising.
- Empowering & Senior Leadership: You’ll manage and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and clear accountability. You’ve experience operating at a senior level with clear accountability for budgets, forecasts, and ROI.
- Corporate Powerhouse & Integrated Strategy: You’ll build and convert a high-quality pipeline of corporate partnerships capable of generating consistent five and six-figure streams. You’ve a background in leading combined fundraising, marketing, and communications functions within complex environments.
- Brand Amplification & Sector Experience: You’ll ensure our marketing and communications are strategically aligned to support income generation and strengthen our reach and impact across Welsh communities. You’ve ideally a deep understanding of the Third Sector and the Welsh political landscape, specifically regarding how cancer services are funded and delivered.
- Performance, Insight & Team Development: You’ll move beyond gut feeling using data and market intelligence to drive ROI, manage robust forecasts. Reporting directly to the Director of Income Generation, Marketing & Communications you’ve a natural ability to lead and nurture high-performing, agile teams who share and live out our values through behaviour.
What You’ll Need to Succeed
- Proven Track Record: You’ve delivered significant income growth, specifically within corporate or high-value fundraising environments.
- Senior Gravitas & Influencing Power: You’ve experience operating at a senior level with full accountability for financial performance and budgets. You demonstrate highly developed skills to build credibility and influence at a senior/Board level.
- Commercial Sharpness: You can spot an opportunity, build the case, and close the deal with the ability to spot and convert income opportunities at pace.
- Strategic Integration & Data-Driven: You’re experienced in leading multi-disciplinary teams across fundraising, marketing, and communications and proficient in using insight and data to drive decision-making
- Welsh Context: A gained understanding of the Welsh political landscape and how cancer services are funded/delivered in Wales.
- Communication & Values: You’re a confident, engaging communicator for diverse audiences. You share our values and role model them through your behaviour as a compass in how you and your team work.
At Tenovus Cancer Care we’re guided in all that we do by our core values. These are: Collaborative, Integrity, Innovative, Respectful and Inclusive. We’re dedicated to making our workplace diverse and inclusive where everyone feels they belong and can be their authentic selves at work. This means that whatever your background you’ll have an equal opportunity with us.
We can’t wait to receive your application! We’d love you to find out more about our staff benefits , about us and what it’s like to work with us.
Applying is easy, just click the ‘Apply Now’ button at the top of the page and follow the online process on the Tenovus Cancer Care website. If you’d like any help with your application or to discuss any adjustments you may need please contact our People Team.
We are here for everyone affected by cancer We offer information, advice and specialist support to everyone who needs it.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
This is a fantastic opportunity to lead fundraising and supporter communications for a unique human rights and welfare charity at an important moment in our development.
Prisoners Abroad is the only UK charity supporting British people imprisoned overseas, people returning to the UK after release, and their family members. We provide practical assistance, emotional support and advocacy to people facing some of the most isolating and traumatic circumstances imaginable.
We are looking for an experienced and creative fundraising leader to join us on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This role offers the chance to lead a talented team and oversee a well-established portfolio spanning individual giving, major donors, legacies and supporter communications.
You will play a central role in sustaining and growing income, strengthening donor relationships, and delivering compelling communications that inspire support for our work. You’ll also help shape key publications, oversee donor engagement activity, and ensure our messaging reflects the dignity, humanity and hope at the heart of what we do.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys both strategic oversight and hands-on delivery. You will be managing a small team, driving performance across fundraising activity, and helping us build on strong existing foundations at a time when our new organisational strategy is creating fresh momentum.
We offer the chance to work in a friendly, collaborative and values-driven organisation with a strong commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Based in our London office near Finsbury Park, this role comes with flexibility to work from home part of the week, a 35-hour working week, generous annual leave and a supportive approach to development and wellbeing.
If you bring strong experience in fundraising, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to human rights and social justice, we would love to hear from you.
To protect, support and advocate for the health, welfare and human rights of British citizens in prison abroad.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you an experienced fundraising professional with a passion for creating meaningful impact?
At NYAS (National Youth Advocacy Service), we are dedicated to making a lasting difference to the lives of children, young people and adults at risk. We believe every child and young person deserves to have their voice heard, especially when decisions are being made about their future. Our work supports and empowers those navigating care systems, family courts and other challenging circumstances across England and Wales.
Location: Home-based with flexible/ agile working options, with access to NYAS office locations in Birkenhead, Birmingham, and Cardiff. This role also requires occasional travel to NYAS offices and other locations when required.
About The Role
We are seeking an ambitious and motivated Fundraising Manager, working 35 hours per week, to join our Growth and Partnerships team. Working closely with the Head of Growth & Partnerships, you will play a key role in delivering and developing NYAS’s fundraising strategy, helping to grow and diversify income across trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, community fundraising and individual giving.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced fundraiser who enjoys both strategic and hands-on work. You will lead and support a team of fundraising professionals, overseeing high-quality funding applications, donor stewardship and income generation activity while ensuring fundraising activity aligns with NYAS’s mission, values and organisational priorities.
You will manage a varied fundraising portfolio, helping to build strong relationships with funders and supporters while identifying opportunities to increase sustainable income. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will help develop compelling cases for support, funding proposals and impact reports that demonstrate the difference NYAS makes to vulnerable children, young people and adults.
The role also involves maintaining oversight of fundraising systems, pipelines and reporting, ensuring activity is compliant, well-managed and aligned to fundraising best practice.
About You
We are looking for a skilled fundraising professional with experience securing income from a range of fundraising streams, including trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, community fundraising and/or individual giving.
You will have excellent written communication skills and experience producing persuasive funding applications, reports and donor communications. You will also have strong organisational skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities and experience supporting or supervising others within a fundraising environment.
You will be confident building relationships with internal and external stakeholders and able to use data and insight to inform fundraising activity and demonstrate impact. Experience using CRM systems and fundraising platforms is essential, alongside a good understanding of fundraising regulations and best practice.
You will demonstrate NYAS’s values of Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empowerment in your approach to work and share our commitment to supporting children, young people and adults at risk.
Benefits
NYAS offers a range of benefits to employees, including:
- Agile working arrangements
- 26 days annual leave increasing to 30 days plus bank holidays
- Blue light discount card
- Pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Learning and development opportunities
- Supportive and values-led culture
- The opportunity to directly contribute to improving the lives of children, young people and adults at risk
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please submit your application via the NYAS website.
Your application should evidence, using specific examples, how your skills and experience meet the criteria set out in the person specification within the job description in the recruitment pack, which is available via our website vacancy page.
Important Information
- Interviews are expected to take place between 1st–3rd July
- We reserve the right to close this vacancy early once a high volume of applications is received
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required as part of the recruitment process
- References will be taken in line with safeguarding requirements
- NYAS operates robust safeguarding procedures to protect the children, young people and adults at risk we work with.
About NYAS
As an established leading rights-based charity, NYAS (National Youth Advocacy Service) is well positioned to ensure that children, young people and adults across England and Wales are fully respected, represented and supported in expressing their views and having their rights upheld.
We work with care-experienced children, young people and adults who are often reliant on statutory services, suffering the negative impact of cuts in public expenditure. Our combination of social care and legal services places us in a unique position to ensure they receive the services they need and that their voices are heard.
We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. NYAS welcomes applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or belief, or any other protected characteristic.
NYAS is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies.
Work with us to help change lives.
At NYAS, we listen to what children, young people and vulnerable adults want. We empower them to have their voices heard.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you a fundraising leader looking for a role where your work truly changes the lives of babies and children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions and their families?
Charity People are delighted to be partnering with Zoe's Place to find their next Head of Fundraising. This is a pivotal moment in their growth, and they are looking for someone experienced and inspiring to lead their Coventry team with confidence, compassion and creativity.
Salary: £44,000-£49,000 per annum depending on experience
Contract: Permanent, 35 hours per week
Location: Zoe's Place Baby Hospice, Coventry with flexibility to work from home
Benefits: 5% employer pension contribution, 27 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays and closure between Christmas and New Year, free parking onsite, and professional L&D opportunities
Zoe's Place is the only baby specific hospice charity in the UK, providing specialist palliative, respite and end of life care for children aged 0 to 5 with life limiting and life-threatening conditions. They offer a safe, nurturing and joyful environment where families can feel completely supported. With their dedicated nurses delivering 24-hour care, they work together to make every moment of childhood count.
About the role
As Head of Fundraising, you'll lead a dedicated team and take ownership of income generation across the Coventry hospice. You'll shape and deliver fundraising strategy, develop sustainable income streams, build meaningful partnerships and ensure the organisation continues to thrive for the families who rely on its services.
This role offers a fantastic balance of strategic leadership and hands-on fundraising. One day you might be developing ambitious plans for future growth, the next meeting supporters, attending events, nurturing corporate partnerships or helping your team unlock new fundraising opportunities.
About you
We're looking for an experienced fundraising leader with a track record of delivering income growth and developing successful fundraising strategies.
You'll bring:
- Significant fundraising leadership experience across multiple income streams
- Experience leading, motivating and developing high-performing teams and volunteers
- Strong commercial and financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting and income planning
- Experience developing partnerships and engaging a wide range of supporters and stakeholders
- A practical, hands-on approach with the confidence to represent the charity externally
- Experience delivering fundraising campaigns, events or community fundraising initiatives
- A passion for making a meaningful difference through your work
Most importantly, you'll be someone who combines ambition with compassion, and who is excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of an organisation that means so much to the families it supports.
If you're motivated by the idea of shaping a team, driving ambitious income growth and making a real difference to children and families every single day, we'd love to hear from you.
Please send a copy of your profile or CV to Priya Vencatasawmy at Charity People as the first step.
Deadline: 24th June at 9am
First Stage Interview: 6th July
Second Stage Interview: 13th July
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.
Are you an inspiring senior fundraising leader who wants to use their skills to help people experience the best possible quality of life, to the end of life?
As the new Head of Fundraising at St Catherine's Hospice, you'll enjoy the best of both worlds: leading and developing a growing team towards high performance, while remaining hands-on in building and nurturing high-value donor relationships.
Salary: £44,341 per annum
Contract: Full Time | 37.5 hours per week
Location: Preston, with hybrid option with up to 2 days homeworking
Benefits: Enjoy 36 days' holiday (including bank holidays), an extra wellbeing day for your birthday, up to 8% employer pension contributions, Blue Light Card discounts, discounted on-site meals, career development opportunities, life insurance, and an employee assistance programme.
Culture: Join a supportive and collaborative team, all located within a scenic working environment.
The Role:
Reporting to the Director of Marketing and Engagement, you will lead, develop and inspire a dedicated fundraising team, creating a high-performance culture that delivers ambitious income targets across a diverse portfolio.
This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role. You will be responsible for developing and delivering the hospice's fundraising strategy, identifying new opportunities for growth, and personally supporting key relationships and fundraising initiatives. You will work closely with senior colleagues, trustees and external stakeholders, providing regular updates and reports to the Board on fundraising performance, opportunities and risks.
About You:
We are seeking a confident and experienced fundraising professional who combines strategic thinking with a practical, hands-on approach. You will be an inspirational leader with a proven ability to deliver income growth, develop high-performing teams and build strong relationships with supporters, partners and senior stakeholders.
You will be comfortable operating both strategically and operationally, with the credibility and communication skills to influence at Board level and represent the hospice externally.
Your Experience
- Significant senior fundraising experience across multiple income streams, with a strong track record of delivering sustainable income growth
- Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing fundraising teams, building a positive and ambitious culture
- Demonstrable success in designing and delivering fundraising strategies that achieve measurable results and long-term financial sustainability
- Strong commercial and financial acumen, including budgeting, income forecasting, performance management, and driving return on investment across fundraising activity
- Ability to build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, alongside developing compelling cases for support, funding applications, and donor propositions that inspire giving and generate income
- Experience of planning and delivering successful fundraising events, with responsibility for volunteer management and awareness of relevant health and safety requirements
Why Join St Catherine's Hospice?
St Catherine's cares for patients and their loved ones across Chorley, Preston and South Ribble who are affected by life-shortening conditions such as cancer, motor neurone disease and heart failure. Through specialist palliative and end-of-life care, delivered both at the hospice and in people's own homes, the organisation helps individuals achieve the best possible quality of life and focus on what matters most to them in the time they have.
A values-led organisation, with care, compassion and commitment at the heart of everything it does, St Catherine's is deeply valued by its local community. This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact by leading a talented fundraising team, influencing strategic decision-making and securing the resources needed to ensure exceptional hospice care remains available for those who need it most.
How to Apply
To find out more or to apply, please contact Ellen Drummond at Charity People with your CV or professional profile. If your experience aligns with what we're looking for, we'll be in touch with further information.
Application Deadline: 1st July 9am
First Stage Interviews: 16th/17th July
Second Stage Interview: In person, 22nd July
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.
*PLEASE VISIT NO LIMITS' WEBSITE FOR THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AND TO COMPLETE AN APPLICATION FORM. WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT CV'S / EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST**
About No Limits
No Limits is the leading youth services charity in Southampton, supporting children and young people in the city and across Hampshire.
At No Limits, it is important our staff and volunteers reflect, represent and have experience of the challenges faced by the children and young people we support. We are proud and appreciate our many staff and volunteers who use their own lived experience to support the children and young people they work with.
With this in mind, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our work and organisational culture – and when recruiting, it’s important to us that we continue diversifying our staff and volunteer teams, with children and young people at the centre of everything we do.
When we talk about talent, we value the transferrable skills and experiences you can bring to No Limits, which can be through work (in the same or a different sector), volunteering or personal experiences. To make sure we get the best talent on our team, we are open to and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds and sections of the community, including diverse ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQIA+, disabled and neurodiverse.
If invited to interview, please let us know if we can support you at interview with any reasonable adjustments, such as flexible working, access arrangements or a suitable place to pray.
Your role
We’re looking for a Fundraising Manager to take our individual, community and corporate fundraising to the next level. Building on our existing fundraising and partnerships, you will build and deliver a strategy that maximises income through creative engagement and strong stewardship, ensuring a pipeline of unrestricted income.
The role will be hybrid, with at least 50% of each week to be worked across our two sites in Southampton.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Create, deliver and regularly review a fundraising strategy incorporating individual, community and corporate fundraising
- Maintain and build existing community and company partnerships through effective stewardship
- Network and build connections across the city with community groups and companies
- Manage and build No Limits’ individual supporter base, strengthening the supporter journey
- Attend relevant community events to raise awareness and attract donations
- Develop new ideas, campaigns and fundraising activities
- Work closely with communications colleagues to create and promote fundraising campaigns, increase funds raised through social media and ensure website content is fundraising-focused.
- Review, recommend and manage appropriate CRM software to ensure effective stewardship
- Support with Trusts and Foundations grant applications and tenders when needed.
- Monitor performance, impact and trends and adapt approaches to maximise income and engagement
Please see the job description on our website for more information.
We are committed to making a difference in the lives of the children and young people we work with, and as such, you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the No Limits ethos. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is paramount.
We particularly welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and those who have had experiences similar to the young people we aim to support. We are committed to creating a diverse environment where people can be their authentic selves, where their experiences and opinions are valued, and we are all open to learning from each other.
As part of our team, you’ll receive a comprehensive induction and access to learning and development opportunities relevant to your role, supporting your ongoing growth.
You'll have the essentials of:
- Demonstrable experience in a fundraising role, with a track record of delivering results
- Experience developing and implementing successful fundraising strategies or plans
- Proven ability to meet and exceed income targets
- Experience designing and managing effective supporter journeys
- A track record of building and nurturing successful fundraising partnerships
- Creativity and innovation, with the ability to generate fresh ideas to attract and engage donors
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders
- A collaborative approach, thriving in a busy, team-focused environment
- Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently using initiative
- Flexible and adaptable, able to respond to changing priorities
- Strong team player with a proactive and positive attitude
- A genuine commitment to No Limits’ values and mission
- A strong understanding of, and commitment to, equality, diversity, and inclusion
- Willingness to actively engage in ongoing learning and professional development
- Flexibility to work outside standard hours when required to meet organisational needs
Interested..? We'd love to hear from you!
To apply, please complete an application form from our website and upload using the portal, before the closing date of 9am, Monday 29th June 2026, with an Interview date of either Thursday 9th or Friday 10th July 2026 .
Being a Disability Confident Employer means we are committed to removing barriers in recruitment and employment. If you require an application form in an alternative format or need any support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us. As we work with vulnerable children and young people, and follow safer recruitment guidelines, we're unable to accept CVs.
In the ‘Your Supporting Statement’ section of the application form, please include how your knowledge, skills and experience meet the ‘About you – knowledge, skills and experience’ section of the role description: link to job description.
To apply, and for further information, please visit the No Limits Website.
About the role
The Trusts & Statutory Fundraising Manager will play a key role in delivering Sands’ ambitious income growth plans and strengthening long-term philanthropic partnerships that support Sands’ work to save babies’ lives and support bereaved families.
Reporting to the Senior Philanthropy Manager and sitting within the Partnerships & Philanthropy Team, the role will lead the development and growth of a strategic portfolio of trusts, foundations and statutory funders, securing significant multi-year income and building long-term relationships with supporters and partners.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and relationship-driven fundraiser to help shape and grow a high-potential area of fundraising at Sands. The postholder will work closely with senior colleagues across research, training, bereavement support and engagement teams to develop compelling funding propositions aligned to Sands’ strategic priorities.
The role combines strategic planning, relationship management and high-quality bid writing, alongside leadership of the trusts pipeline, stewardship activity, cross-team collaboration and line management of a Trusts Fundraiser.
The successful candidate will be a strong communicator and strategic thinker with experience securing five and six-figure grants, developing funder relationships and translating complex programmes into compelling, impact-led cases for support.
Includes line management of one Trusts Fundraiser.
Main Responsibilities
The overall aims of this role are to:
- lead and grow Sands’ trusts, foundations and statutory fundraising programme, securing significant multi-year income in support of Sands’ strategic priorities
- build and manage a sustainable pipeline of trust, foundation and statutory prospects, developing long-term relationships and identifying opportunities for growth
- lead the development of Sands' corporate grant and corporate foundation fundraising programme, bringing experience of securing corporate grant funding to establish an expanded area of income growth
- develop compelling, evidence-led funding propositions that translate Sands’ work into clear, engaging and donor-focused cases for support
- collaborate closely with colleagues across Research, Bereavement Support, Training, Communications and Engagement teams to shape strategic funding opportunities
- strengthen organisational understanding of trusts and statutory fundraising, bringing insight, innovation and strategic thinking to funding approaches
- provide supportive line management and development to the Trusts Fundraiser, fostering strong performance and collaboration
- ensure excellent stewardship, compliance, reporting and grant management across all trusts and statutory activity
- contribute to a culture of ambitious, relationship-led and insight-driven fundraising across Partnerships & Philanthropy
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Management & Income Growth
- Develop and deliver Sands’ trusts and statutory fundraising strategy, aligned to organisational priorities and long-term income growth ambitions.
- Manage and grow a strategic portfolio of charitable trusts, foundations, lottery and statutory funders, securing five- and six-figure grants and multi-year partnerships.
- Lead trust-funded matched giving appeals (including Big Give), coordinating cross-organisational campaign activity across Philanthropy & Partnerships and Individual Giving teams, while collaborating with Engagement & Communications to develop compelling campaign assets and drive income growth.
- Lead pipeline development and prospecting activity, identifying new funding opportunities and prioritising prospects with the highest strategic potential.
- Work collaboratively across the organisation to shape compelling propositions and articulate clear, evidence-led cases for support.
- Develop thematic and strategic funding propositions aligned to Sands’ work across research, training, bereavement support, inequalities and systems-change activity.
- Contribute insight and sector knowledge to strengthen organisational understanding of trusts and statutory fundraising opportunities and trends.
- Support the diversification of income through innovative approaches to partnership development, restricted and unrestricted funding, and strategic engagement opportunities.
Trusts, Foundations & Statutory Fundraising
- Lead the development of high-quality funding applications, proposals, bids and reports for charitable trusts, foundations and statutory bodies.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective funders, ensuring excellent stewardship and long-term engagement.
- Develop tailored cultivation and stewardship plans that strengthen funder relationships and maximise opportunities for renewal and multi-year support, including leading and contributing to cross-charity stewardship initiatives and engagement campaigns involving trust funders, such as donor thankathons, impact events and bespoke recognition activities.
- Work with internal stakeholders to identify fundable projects and package work into compelling donor-focused narratives and propositions
- Manage the trusts and statutory funding pipeline, ensuring accurate forecasting, reporting and tracking of opportunities and deadlines.
- Maintain oversight of trust or statutory restricted funding, ensuring compliance with grant conditions and timely reporting on impact and outcomes.
- Represent Sands confidently in meetings, presentations and funder discussions, acting as an ambassador for the organisation and its work.
Team Management
- Line manage the Trusts Fundraiser, providing coaching, support, professional development and clear strategic direction.
- Foster a collaborative, supportive and high-performing team culture.
- Conduct regular line management responsibilities including 121s, supervision and performance check-ins, and contribute to annual appraisal and development processes.
- Support knowledge sharing and continuous improvement across the Partnerships & Philanthropy team.
Governance, Insight & Performance
- Lead forecasting, budgeting and KPI management for trusts and statutory income streams.
- Use CRM systems, fundraising data and prospect research to support strategic decision-making, pipeline management and stewardship planning.
- Ensure compliance with fundraising regulation, GDPR, grant conditions and ethical fundraising standards.
- Develop and maintain robust systems and processes to support efficient grant management, reporting and donor stewardship.
- Monitor sector trends, funding opportunities and emerging areas of interest relevant to Sands’ strategic priorities.
General
- To undertake other duties as required by the Senior Philanthropy Manager and Head of Partnerships & Philanthropy
- To work flexibly and proactively with other members of the team.
- To maintain confidentiality over personal information relating to staff.
- Abide by all Sands Policies and Procedures.
- Undertake all mandatory training as required.
- Participate in annual appraisal and personal development review.
- The post holder must familiarise themselves with matters relating to Health & Safety Management, as affecting themselves, their department and the organisation as a whole.
- Promote the Sands vision and values at all times.
Personal Specification: Skills & Experience
Fundraising Expertise
- Proven track record of securing five- and six-figure grants from charitable trusts, foundations and statutory funders.
- Strong experience developing and managing sustainable fundraising pipelines and securing multi-year funding partnerships.
- Experience identifying corporate foundation prospects and securing funding from corporate foundations.
- Experience developing compelling, evidence-led and donor-focused cases for support.
- Experience of developing funding applications involving multiple stakeholders and complex programme areas.
- Strong understanding of trusts and statutory fundraising landscapes, trends and opportunities.
Strategic & Relationship Skills
- Excellent relationship-builder, confident engaging with funders, senior stakeholders, clinicians, researchers and external partners.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into compelling and accessible narratives.
- Strategic thinker with strong judgement, able to identify opportunities and balance long-term relationship building with day-to-day delivery.
- Ability to work collaboratively across teams and influence stakeholders to support fundraising priorities and opportunities.
Management & Operational Capability
- Experience managing, mentoring or supporting colleagues to achieve strong performance and professional development.
- Strong planning, forecasting, organisational and project management skills.
- Experience using CRM systems and fundraising data to support pipeline management and decision-making.
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and perform effectively within a fast-paced environment.
Personal Specification: Core Competencies
- Builds collaborative and credible relationships internally and externally, acting with professionalism and integrity.
- Communicates clearly and persuasively, adapting style for different audiences and translating complex information into compelling narratives.
- Demonstrates strategic thinking and sound judgement, balancing ambition with practicality and delivery.
- Uses insight, evidence and data to inform planning, prioritisation and fundraising approaches.
- Demonstrates resilience, adaptability and a solutions-focused mindset when managing competing priorities or challenges.
- Works collaboratively across teams to strengthen organisational impact and supporter experience.
- Demonstrates a commitment to inclusive and equitable fundraising practices aligned to Sands’ values and strategic priorities.
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Amnesty International UK (AIUK) has a simple aim: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever they are denied. If you want to use your skills, knowledge, and experience to help fight for human rights, you could be our new Community and Event Fundraising Manager.
About the role
The Community and Event Fundraising Team help us achieve our goal of raising income through marketing a wide range of fundraising products and sponsored events to different audiences and supporting those participating in events throughout their fundraising.
The Community and Event Fundraising Manager is accountable for developing and implementing an ambitious community and event fundraising programme by building relationships and converting supporter enthusiasm into action. To achieve this the role will be working across a variety of different audiences, including individuals, community groups (internal and external) and companies who wish to raise to engage in fundraising.
Income from Community and Events has grown by over 30% in the past 12 months, and is on target to increase by a further 30% this year so this a great time to join and lead the team.
The role is responsible for 3 members of staff: the Community and Event Fundraiser, the Community Groups Fundraiser, and the Fundraising Events Coordinator. As our programme grows, this role will also need to provide day to day support on key projects. They will be expected to attend weekend/evening events on a reasonably regular basis - eg being present at all of our Challenge events.
More details can be found by downloading the job description from our careers portal.
The role may be for you if:
- You have experience managing successful community and event fundraising programmes and have a track record of growing income from both existing audiences and new business development and are excited by the opportunity to grow income even further.
- You can construct and manage team plans and significant budgets and develop KPI's to track performance.
- You collaborate and positively contribute to an inclusive culture.
- You are skilled at analysing data, have a good knowledge of different marketing techniques and are able to apply these to target effectively.
Our Commitment to you
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Anti-Racism (IDEA) are at the core of our values. We want to be an organisation that tackles structural inequality and prejudice as well as be an actively anti-racist organisation. This means taking a meaningful and equitable approach to supporting and developing you and others during your time with us.
New colleagues receive 27 days leave annually (29 after five years), as well as bank holidays (pro rated for part time) and 3 wellbeing days. 2-5% employee pension contributions are matched at 6-9% and we offer 6 months full pay for family leave. We offer flexible working such as compressed work patterns and job shares.
Apply for this role
This vacancy advert may be taken down from job boards earlier than the stated deadline if a high standard of applications is received (if you have started an application in our portal, you will still have opportunity to complete it by the original deadline).
We welcome applications from everyone and particularly encourage applications from people from an ethnic minority background, and people with a disability to help us achieve a balanced representation in our workforce, especially at senior grades.
To reduce bias in our shortlisting process, AIUK operates an anonymised application process. If for any reason you prefer to apply in a different format, or require adjustments in the process, please get in touch. To support all candidates to perform their best at interview, we send questions 24 hours in advance. We are a disability confident organisation.
Visit amnesty.org.uk/jobs for application guidance and information on benefits, recruitment inclusion and hybrid working.
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About Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis
Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis (APF) is the UK’s leading patient charity dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by pulmonary fibrosis. Our mission is underpinned by values of compassionate, bold, expert and collaborative. We believe in creating a supportive environment in which both our employees and beneficiaries can thrive.
Founded in 2013 by people affected by PF and clinicians, APF has grown into a respected national charity rooted in community and evidence. We provide trusted information and support, help a growing network of support groups, campaign to improve access to care and invest in research to bring hope of new treatments. APF strives to be an organisation of equity and inclusion, welcoming people from all backgrounds – our team and volunteers aim to reflect the diverse communities we serve.
We have just launched an ambitious five-year strategy (2025–2030), co-created with the PF community, which focuses on expanding support, transforming care, and accelerating research. This strategy marks a step change with a clearer focus, stronger delivery model and greater ambition to ensure no one faces pulmonary fibrosis alone.
Role purpose
The Senior Challenge Fundraising Officer will lead the delivery and growth of APF’s third-party and mass participation challenge events portfolio.
This role exists to significantly grow income and participation by managing end-to-end third-party challenge events, developing community-facing charity-owned fundraising products and delivering excellent supporter stewardship
Working closely with the Head of Fundraising and colleagues across Communications, Services and the Operations Team, you will increase recruitment, empower supporters to raise ambitious funds, and create journeys that encourage long-term engagement with APF.
Success in this role means more people fundraising for APF, raising more income and feeling valued, supported and inspired to stay connected to our mission.
Key Responsibilities
1. Grow participation in third party
- Manage the full lifecycle of third-party and mass participation challenge events, from planning and recruitment through to stewardship and re engagement.
- Develop and execute creative marketing strategies to boost participation and attract new event participants.
- Draft engaging promotional content that inspires and engages our supporters in collaboration with the Communications team.
- Promote third-party events proactively across relevant channels and networks.
- Work with the wider Fundraising team to improve and refine the stewardship journey for challenge participants to maximise the participant experience.
- Identify and pursue opportunities to grow participation in new and existing events.
- Attend key events as required, managing on-the day logistics and volunteer coordination.
2. Community Product Development
- Work with Head of Fundraising to shape and improve APF’s fundraising offer and remote products.
- Test and refine new fundraising concepts that increase accessibility and broaden participation.
- Work collaboratively across teams to ensure our community fundraising products align with wider campaigns and strategic priorities.
3. Income growth and fundraiser mpowerment
- Inspire participants to achieve ambitious fundraising targets through engaging, creative communications.
- Develop and enhance fundraising materials, including participant packs and digital resources to support our fundraisers.
- Use insight and sector trends to identify opportunities to boost event visibility and maximise fundraising efforts.
- Monitor fundraising performance to ensure we’re meeting targets and delivering strong ROI on our challenge activities.
4. Stewardship and re-engagement
- Foster personal connections with supporters through thoughtful, tailored stewardship that keeps them engaged and feeling valued.
- Create clear re-engagement plans to encourage repeat participation and long-term loyalty.
- Collaborate with wider Fundraising and Services teams to support acquisition and ensure our supporters have a smooth, high-quality supporter journey.
- Represent APF publicly when required, acting as a confident ambassador for the charity at events and in public settings.
5. Data, insight and compliance
- Support on the management of CRM data to enable accurate segmentation, performance tracking and reporting.
- Monitor recruitment, participation, income and ROI to help inform future planning and improvements.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge with GDPR regulations and compliance and ensure personal data is handled responsibly and securely.
- Work closely with the Governance and Operations Manager to ensure our fundraising activities are fully compliant with GDPR and the Code of Fundraising Practice.
How to apply
Please apply via CharityJob or submit a CV and a covering letter (maximum of two pages) highlighting your skills and suitability to the role, reflecting the key responsibilities in the job description.
Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis (APF) is a national charity dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by pulmonary fibrosis.
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Job Title: Community Fundraising and Engagement Executive – North West
Salary: £24,160 per annum (£30,200 FTE)
Hours: 0.8FTE, 30 hours per week (flexible over 5 days – to be discussed with successful candidate). There may be occasions when evening or weekend availability is needed.
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Hybrid – based 2/3 days per week in our Liverpool centre
Reports to: Fundraising Manager Community
THE CHARITY
Suicide is the leading cause of death of men under 35 and three quarters of those who die by suicide are men. James’ Place exists to save the lives of men in suicidal crisis through delivering clinical services. We are a charity currently offering free, life-saving therapy to suicidal men at our centres in Liverpool, London and Newcastle.
James’ Place was set up by Clare Milford Haven and Nick Wentworth-Stanley in 2008 after their twenty-one-year-old son, James, died by suicide ten days after a minor operation. James had no history of mental illness or depression and had sought urgent help for anxiety and suicidal thoughts but didn’t find it.
James' Place was set up to make the experience of finding help as easy as possible. We offer men who are experiencing a suicidal crisis a brief, intensive, therapeutic intervention in a safe environment. Men who walk through the door at James’ Place will be in a space where they feel valued and respected. We provide a calm and peaceful environment both inside the centres and in our outside spaces, accessible to men who visit us as well as their friends and families. We have so far treated over 5,100 men who might otherwise have been unable to access the support they desperately need.
THE OPPORTUNITY
This is a new role designed to raise and facilitate fundraising for James’ Place Liverpool and to grow community and voluntary sector relationships across the region to raise awareness of James’ Place to drive referrals to our Liverpool centre.
As part of the Fundraising team, you will take a leading role in building strong networks across Liverpool and the North West, helping to establish our centre as a sustainable source of life-saving support for men in suicidal crisis.
The postholder will spend 50% of their time working collaboratively and taking responsibility for establishing fundraising activity across the North West with appropriate support from centre staff and fundraising colleagues, the Head of Fundraising and Communications, Director of Fundraising and External Affairs and the Chief Executive and Trustees. They will spend 40% of their time building community-based relationships with the aim of raising awareness to drive referrals to the centre, working closely with the Head of Centre Liverpool and the Centre Manager in Liverpool to do so. It is recognised that this will vary week to week depending on the current needs of the organisations.
This opportunity is ideal for an ambitious individual eager to grow their skills and career while helping to secure the funding and relationships needed to achieve the charity’s long-term goals.
Direct Fundraising Work 50%
- Develop and grow a network of local donors - (including HNWI, corporates, community fundraisers as well as Trusts and Foundations) volunteer supporters and influencers across the North West with a view to increasing the fundraising reach of the organisation.
- Steward existing donors volunteers and prospects to secure long-term multi-year support.
- Support community engagement and attend fundraising events to help achieve the organisation’s fundraising ambitions.
- Identify regional funding opportunities and support with the preparation and submission of grant applications and funding proposals.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams across fundraising, communications, events, and clinical teams to maximise opportunities.
Direct Outreach Work 40%
- Support Heads of Centre to identify and engage with a range of partner organisations across Liverpool and the North West, helping to raise awareness of the charity’s work.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with local statutory, voluntary, and community sector organisations, acting as a professional and approachable representative of the charity.
- Assist with partnership activity, including attending meetings, forums, and events, to share information about services and strengthen local connections.
- Help to coordinate partnership communications and ensure relevant information about the charity’s work is shared clearly and consistently with external partners.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation to support joined-up approaches to partnership and engagement activity.
- Identify and feedback opportunities for partnership working that could support fundraising, community engagement, and service awareness.
Administration 10%
- Ensure all fundraising activities are delivered to a high standard ensuring compliance with fundraising regulations and best practice guidelines.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records on the CRM database.
- Work collaboratively with both clinical and non-fundraising colleagues within the Liverpool centre and across the organisation, building their confidence and capability in fundraising activities.
- Ensure all fundraising activities are delivered to a high standard, meeting regulatory and ethical requirements.
Working in the Wider Charity
- Represent James’ Place with professionalism, respect, and confidence at all times.
- Participate in review and evaluation processes to support the ongoing development, effectiveness, and sustainability of James’ Place as a respected charity.
- Undertake any additional duties as required to support the successful delivery of the organisation’s business plan.
Values
- Demonstrate commitment to the James’ Place values of Focus, Bravery, Respect, Compassion, Professionalism, Collaboration and Hope through all aspects of work
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential
- Proven experience of fundraising in the charity sector, with a track record of achieving results in at least two of the following income streams: Community fundraising, Corporate partnerships, events, major gift fundraising from High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNWIs) and Trusts and Foundations.
- Strong understanding of donor motivations and what drives charitable giving across different audiences.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive messages and build rapport.
- Confidence and professionalism in engaging and maintaining relationships with stakeholders and partners.
- Excellent time management skills
- Practical, resilient, and flexible, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
- Innovative thinker, open to exploring new ideas and approaches to fundraising.
- Collaborative and solution-focused, able to work constructively with others to overcome challenges.
- A team player, willing to support colleagues and take on additional responsibilities when required.
- Capable of working on difficult and sensitive issues, demonstrating kindness, integrity, and emotional resilience, and seeking or offering help when needed.
Desirable
- Experience using CRM databases (e.g. Salesforce)
- Understanding of, and interest in, mental health and suicide prevention.
WE OFFER
- A 7% employer contributory pension scheme.
- Family friendly policies.
- Death in service insurance scheme.
- 25 days plus bank holidays leave entitlement (FTE), including enhanced holiday allowance with incremental rises after qualifying period.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, please use the online application system to submit your CV detailing your experience, roles and responsibilities, and answer the screening questions.
If you have any queries or experience challenges with the application process, please email [email protected].
Closing date: 9am on Monday 22nd June 2026
Interviews are expected to be held online on 6th July 2026
Here at James' Place, we want you to feel comfortable in sharing your authentic selves and personal experiences, so we ask that you do not submit an application that has been formulated by AI. You may wish to use AI to support with structural aspects such as grammar and formatting, however your application must reflect your own genuine experiences, critical thinking and creativity.
James’ Place is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community. Our aim is that no job applicant, temporary worker or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender and transgender status, race and ethnicity, religion and belief (including no belief), marriage or civil partnership status or sexual orientation.
If you have a disability or health conditions which means you'd benefit from any adjustments to the interview process to help you perform at your best, please do let us know in advance.
Any job offers made are subject to the receipt of two relevant satisfactory employment references. We expect this to include one from your most recent or current employer. Any job offers made are also subject to a satisfactory DBS check and a Right to Work in the UK check.
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Job Title: Community Fundraising and Engagement Executive – West Midlands
Salary: £24,160 per annum (£30,200 FTE)
Hours: 0.8FTE, 30 hours per week (flexible over 5 days – to be discussed with successful candidate). There may be occasions when evening or weekend availability is needed.
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Hybrid – based 2/3 days per week in our Birmingham centre
Reports to: Fundraising Manager Community
THE CHARITY
Suicide is the leading cause of death of men under 35 and three quarters of those who die by suicide are men. James’ Place exists to save the lives of men in suicidal crisis through delivering clinical services. We are a charity currently offering free, life-saving therapy to suicidal men at our centres in Liverpool, London, Newcastle and Birmingham.
James’ Place was set up by Clare Milford Haven and Nick Wentworth-Stanley in 2008 after their twenty-one-year-old son, James, died by suicide ten days after a minor operation. James had no history of mental illness or depression and had sought urgent help for anxiety and suicidal thoughts but didn’t find it.
James' Place was set up to make the experience of finding help as easy as possible. We offer men who are experiencing a suicidal crisis a brief, intensive, therapeutic intervention in a safe environment. Men who walk through the door at James’ Place will be in a space where they feel valued and respected. We provide a calm and peaceful environment both inside the centres and in our outside spaces, accessible to men who visit us as well as their friends and families. We have so far treated over 5,100 men who might otherwise have been unable to access the support they desperately need.
THE OPPORTUNITY
This is a new role designed to raise and facilitate fundraising for James’ Place Birmingham and to grow community and voluntary sector relationships across the region to raise awareness of James’ Place to drive referrals to our Birmingham centre.
As part of the Fundraising team, you will take a leading role in building strong networks across Birmingham and the West Midlands, helping to establish our centre as a sustainable source of life-saving support for men in suicidal crisis.
The postholder will spend 50% of their time working collaboratively and taking responsibility for establishing fundraising activity across the West Midlands with appropriate support from centre staff and fundraising colleagues, the Head of Fundraising and Communications, Director of Fundraising and External Affairs and the Chief Executive and Trustees. They will spend 40% of their time building community-based relationships with the aim of raising awareness to drive referrals to the centre, working closely with the Head of Centre Birmingham and the Centre Manager in Birmingham to do so. It is recognised that this will vary week to week depending on the current needs of the organisations.
This opportunity is ideal for an ambitious individual eager to grow their skills and career while helping to secure the funding and relationships needed to achieve the charity’s long-term goals.
Direct Fundraising Work 50%
- Develop and grow a network of local donors (including HNWI, corporates, community fundraisers as well as Trusts and Foundations), volunteer supporters and influencers across the West Midlands with a view to increasing the fundraising reach of the organisation.
- Steward existing donors volunteers and prospects to secure long-term multi-year support.
- Support community engagement and attend fundraising events to help achieve the organisation’s fundraising ambitions.
- Identify regional funding opportunities and support with the preparation and submission of grant applications and funding proposals.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams across fundraising, communications, events, and clinical teams to maximise opportunities.
Direct Outreach Work 40%
- Support Heads of Centre to identify and engage with a range of partner organisations across Birmingham and the West Midlands, helping to raise awareness of the charity’s work.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with local statutory, voluntary, and community sector organisations, acting as a professional and approachable representative of the charity.
- Assist with partnership activity, including attending meetings, forums, and events, to share information about services and strengthen local connections.
- Help to coordinate partnership communications and ensure relevant information about the charity’s work is shared clearly and consistently with external partners.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation to support joined-up approaches to partnership and engagement activity.
- Identify and feedback opportunities for partnership working that could support fundraising, community engagement, and service awareness.
Administration 10%
- Ensure all fundraising activities are delivered to a high standard ensuring compliance with fundraising regulations and best practice guidelines.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records on the CRM database.
- Work collaboratively with both clinical and non-fundraising colleagues within the Birmingham centre and across the organisation, building their confidence and capability in fundraising activities.
- Ensure all fundraising activities are delivered to a high standard, meeting regulatory and ethical requirements.
Working in the Wider Charity
- Represent James’ Place with professionalism, respect, and confidence at all times.
- Participate in review and evaluation processes to support the ongoing development, effectiveness, and sustainability of James’ Place as a respected charity.
- Undertake any additional duties as required to support the successful delivery of the organisation’s business plan.
Values
- Demonstrate commitment to the James’ Place values of Focus, Bravery, Respect, Compassion, Professionalism, Collaboration and Hope through all aspects of work
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential
- Proven experience of fundraising in the charity sector, with a track record of achieving results in at least two of the following income streams: Community fundraising, Corporate partnerships, events, major gift fundraising from High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNWIs) and Trusts and Foundations.
- Strong understanding of donor motivations and what drives charitable giving across different audiences.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive messages and build rapport.
- Confidence and professionalism in engaging and maintaining relationships with stakeholders and partners.
- Excellent time management skills
- Practical, resilient, and flexible, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
- Innovative thinker, open to exploring new ideas and approaches to fundraising.
- Collaborative and solution-focused, able to work constructively with others to overcome challenges.
- A team player, willing to support colleagues and take on additional responsibilities when required.
- Capable of working on difficult and sensitive issues, demonstrating kindness, integrity, and emotional resilience, and seeking or offering help when needed.
Desirable
- Experience using CRM databases (e.g. Salesforce)
- Understanding of, and interest in, mental health and suicide prevention.
WE OFFER
- A 7% employer contributory pension scheme.
- Family friendly policies.
- Death in service insurance scheme.
- 25 days plus bank holidays leave entitlement (FTE), including enhanced holiday allowance with incremental rises after qualifying period.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, please use the online application system to submit your CV detailing your experience, roles and responsibilities, and answer the screening questions.
If you have any queries or experience challenges with the application process, please email [email protected]
Closing date: 9am on Monday 22nd June 2026
Interviews are expected to be held online on 7th July 2026
Here at James' Place, we want you to feel comfortable in sharing your authentic selves and personal experiences, so we ask that you do not submit an application that has been formulated by AI. You may wish to use AI to support with structural aspects such as grammar and formatting, however your application must reflect your own genuine experiences, critical thinking and creativity.
James’ Place is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community. Our aim is that no job applicant, temporary worker or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender and transgender status, race and ethnicity, religion and belief (including no belief), marriage or civil partnership status or sexual orientation.
If you have a disability or health conditions which means you'd benefit from any adjustments to the interview process to help you perform at your best, please do let us know in advance.
Any job offers made are subject to the receipt of two relevant satisfactory employment references. We expect this to include one from your most recent or current employer. Any job offers made are also subject to a satisfactory DBS check and a Right to Work in the UK check.
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Job Title: Audio Producer – Fundraising Projects
Salary: £38,000 (£22,800 pro rata) per annum
Location: Hybrid - London Office and home
Hours of work: Part-time (21 hours per week): Monday - Friday 9.15am – 5.15pm
Reporting to: Director of Content
Premier, Europe’s largest Christian Media organisation, is seeking an experienced Audio Producer to join our team to focus on fundraising projects. You’ll play a vital role in supporting our mission to connect people with God through media. You will help drive the success of Premier’s on-air fundraising campaigns and our Charity of the Year appeals, by producing compelling editorial content and messaging. You will be expected to help shape live and optimise appeals that inspire and encourage our listeners to engage with the appeal and campaign messages.
You will collaborate with presenters, stakeholders, and clients to ensure every broadcast is compelling, high quality and strategically aligned with Premier’s mission and goals.
This role is key to delivering powerful stories and impact audio, supporting our fundraising goals and upholding Premier’s commitment to excellence and compliance – enabling the ministry to engage audiences and secure vital support for it’s ongoing work. You’ll be directly contributing to Premier’s ability to help listeners deepen their Christian faith. If you have a strong background in broadcasting, with an interest in creating compelling stories to encourage donations this role could be for you!
Role Overview
· Audio production: You will take the lead in producing and directing both live and pre-recorded content for fundraising appeals across Premier’s three stations, working closely with presenters and internal stakeholders to deliver engaging and emotionally resonant broadcasts.
· Client Campaign Production: You’ll be hands-on in crafting compelling running sheets, managing live production flow, and coaching on-air talent to maximise impact of client campaigns.
· Quality and Compliance: Oversee the production and technical quality of fundraising audio, including editing, packaging and scheduling, while upholding Ofcom regulations and Premier’s standards of quality and equality.
Please note that Premier is a Christian media agency and this role has a genuine occupational requirement for the post holder to have a personal Christian faith
Ready to make a lasting Impact? Apply now!
Information for candidates
Why Join Premier?
Premier offers a great place to work, with people that support, encourage and look after one another. You will love coming into work, both in person and virtually!
Competitive salary and benefits package:
• Flexible working arrangements based on the requirements of the role
• 25 days’ annual leave plus UK bank holidays
• Additional leave on your birthday
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life Assurance scheme
• Employee Assistance with online GP scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced Family leave and Pay
In addition we offer:
• Mission-Driven Work: Take the opportunity to make a tangible impact by contributing to a mission that reaches millions of people.
• Dynamic Team Culture: Join a supportive, creative, and passionate team that values innovation and collaboration.
• Growth Opportunities: Benefit from ongoing professional development in a role where your contributions are truly valued.
Premier exists to help people encounter God through media.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.


