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NEON is a not- for profit Organtision
Our Mission is to remove structural barriers within the arts and creative industries by creating equitable access to training, space, professional experience and paid work.
We centre children, young people and emerging creatives from underrepresented and underprivileged communities, ensuring talent is supported not only creatively, but economically and professionally.
We are seeking to expand our team capacity to deliver transformational growth across our creative programming. The Business Development Manager will transition NEON from project-based delivery to sustainable, recurring programmes while scaling our impact within the creative industries and local community.
Job Description
You will work closely with both our external cross-sector funders, clients and internal delivery partners and teams to provide a service that exceeds expectations by monitoring progress and continually adapting and improving effectiveness to meet changing needs
The postholder will:
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Expand income generation through studio hires, memberships, events, and trading
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Securing sponsorships, multi-year funding, and philanthropic donations
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Develop contracts and partnerships with schools, local authorities, and corporate entities
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Strengthening impact reporting and financial reporting and management
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Supporting the Founder and Artistic Director to build a resilient business model across our sites in Vauxhall from 2026.
Role Profile - Essential Experience and Skills
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5 years plus demonstrable experience of income generation and management, delivering on time and within budget
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Demonstrable experience of budget management - strong financial literacy, commercial awareness and analytical
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You enjoy working in an entrepreneurial and creative, start-up environment - understanding that this may mean doing what is needed to get the outcome, even if not within one’s own role
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You have resilience to change course and adapt priorities as needed by the business
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You are as comfortable working independently as you are as part of a team
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You enjoy working with a small team and contributing to the broader ambition of the whole organisation and being an ambassador for our work
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Willing to be based in our studio in Vauxhall
- Substantial experience of relationship building and collaborative partnership with people from all sectors and backgrounds - especially at senior management/executive level e.g. stakeholders, funders and delivery partners
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Demonstrable track record of managing and monitoring performance to meet objectives and delivery of targets
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Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate and present ideas clearly, coherently and persuasively in the written format as well as verbally
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Ability to think, act and communicate strategically and creatively
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Ability to be self-servicing including proficient use of Microsoft IT and Google Suite package
Desirable
- Knowledge and/or experience of the arts and creative industries, in a startup or with creative entrepreneurs is desirable though not essential. We would still like to hear from you if you have experience leading and delivering high-profile projects and are committed to making a difference.
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You are passionate about the arts and creative sectors, wanting to use your abilities to nurture the talents of others and increase diversity within these sectors
To remove structural barriers within the arts and creative industries by creating equitable access to training, space, and professional experience
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Youth Hub Lead
Organisation: Fit For Life Youth (FFLY)
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time (36 hours per week)
Location: Kensington and Chelsea (with key responsibilities in Chelsea area)
About Us
Fit For Life Youth (FFLY) is dedicated to empowering children and young people (CYP) aged 8–19 through dynamic, inclusive, and impactful youth services. We work across Kensington and Chelsea to provide safe spaces, engaging activities, and opportunities that help young people thrive.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Youth Hub Lead to oversee the delivery of high-quality youth hub services, primarily in Chelsea (World’s End and surrounding areas). This is a leadership role that combines strategic planning, hands-on delivery, and team management.
You will:
- Lead and manage youth hub operations across Chelsea and Lancaster Youth Hubs.
- Develop innovative programmes that reflect the voices and needs of young people.
- Manage a team of 5 Youth Workers and recruit volunteers.
- Build and maintain partnerships with schools, local organisations, and stakeholders.
- Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead for youth hub services.
- Play an active role in income generation and fundraising to ensure sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct and deliver a varied programme of youth activities, including holiday programmes, trips, and residentials.
- Champion FFLY’s values and foster a positive, high-performing team culture.
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and organisational policies.
- Represent FFLY at partnership meetings and deputise for the CEO when required.
- Monitor and report on service impact, ensuring funder requirements are met.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Experienced in managing youth services and leading teams.
- Skilled in partnership building and community engagement.
- Knowledgeable about safeguarding and committed to young people’s welfare.
- Creative, proactive, and able to inspire both staff and young people.
Essential Requirements
- Proven experience in youth work leadership.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and occasional weekends.
Our mission is to have a lasting positive impact within the lives of the young people we come into contact with.



Guts UK is the only charity that covers the digestive system from top to tail, including the gut, the liver and the pancreas. The charity focuses particularly on the conditions that have no other specific charity or voice - conditions that are underserved, such as pancreatitis, diverticular disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), childhood gut and liver disease, and digestive cancers. With their mission being to improve the lives of the millions of people affected by digestive conditions, they are looking for their first Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy Manager to help them reach that goal.
The Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy Manager is responsible for developing and implementing plans to maximise income from corporate partners and high net worth individuals with the propensity to donate significant sums. There is huge scope to develop both income streams at Guts UK, as this is the first dedicated position covering these income streams.
With some fantastic corporate partnerships in place already, there is great potential to build on the existing foundations and leverage those corporate partnerships to secure more ranging from transactional right up to transformational.
The philanthropy function has green shoots to nurture and develop. This is an exciting role for a candidate who wants to grow and shape this income stream, and demonstrate their personal impact on generating income, and providing donors with an incredible supporter experience.
Who are Guts UK looking for?
This role would suit an experienced, corporate and/or philanthropy fundraiser with well-developed relationship management skills. Someone who is excited by the opportunity of shaping, developing and elevating these important supporters for the charity.
Guts UK are open to applications from those looking to develop their expertise and will be fully supported, should they not have equal experience in corporate partnerships and philanthropy. The ideal candidate should be able to demonstrate experience across areas such as corporate prospecting, pitching and account management.
Guts UK is a small charity with big ambition so a background that includes working within a smaller charity would be helpful for the candidate to have but isn't essential.
Benefits
- Hybrid based, with 1 day a week in either London or Huddersfield office - £2,000 London Weighting for candidates working hybrid from the London office
- 27 days leave plus bank holidays and an additional 5 days for office closures
- Employee assistance programme (covering both the individual and family members*) offering mental health support, physiotherapy and access to a remote GP amongst other services.
- 5% employer pension contribution
Application notes
Please download the Candidate Info Pack provided for further information about the role, timelines and next steps.
To progress your application, please contact THINK Recruitment to organise an informal screening call. Please note, we cannot shortlist candidates who have not had a screening call so please allow enough time to have a call before the closing date.
Timeframes
- Closing date for applications: Midnight Tuesday 10th February
- In person interviews – London: Tuesday 17th or Wednesday 18th February
- In person interviews – Huddersfield: Wednesday 18th or Thursday 19th February
- Decisions by EOD Friday 20th February
Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We have embarked on our 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it.
Contract: 9months Fixed Term Contract - (Maternity Leave Cover)
You’ll be joining a team dedicated to raising vital year-round income and making Crisis supporters feel valued and inspired. This role will support the delivery of our Legacy Programme, as we continue to grow this source of sustainable income and inspire more supporters with this unique way of giving.
About the role
Legacies sit at the heart of our new Brand, Marketing and Fundraising Strategy as one of our highest-priority income streams. As Individual Giving Executive, you’ll play a key role in delivering a programme of stewardship, marketing and acquisition that has driven significant growth in recent years.
As we continue to utilise and test new channels and audiences, you’ll be using creativity and innovation to develop campaigns and communications to inspire people with this way of giving. By collaborating with colleagues from across the organisation and our trusted partners, you’ll be bold in delivering an impactful stewardship programme that nurtures our supporters’ consideration. You’ll take an equitable approach in sharing stories of people experiencing homelessness, to deepen our supporters’ engagement and bring them closer to our mission.
About you
We’re looking for an organised project-manager and ideally someone with experience of delivering communications to a mass audience and/or digital acquisition. You’ll be an excellent communicator, online and in print, and be comfortable having tactful conversations with our supporters.
As this role is temporary maternity cover, we’re looking for someone who can hit the ground running and get involved with multiple projects straight away. To be successful in this role you will:
- be an effective project-manager, adept at engaging and influencing stakeholders and fostering collaboration to achieve objectives
- enjoy thinking creatively and using storytelling to bring complex issues to life
- be confident in your communication skills, whether writing persuasively for a specific audience or talking 1:1 with a supporter of Crisis
- be comfortable using digital platforms and technology and working with data to improve outcomes
- take an organised and proactive approach to managing your workload and balancing different priorities
- be a solutions-focused problem solver and ready to adapt to a changing environment
Previous experience in direct marketing or stewardship is essential, ideally within a fundraising or legacy context. Most of all we’re looking for a candidate who’s passionate about ending homelessness and can play an active role in a busy, diverse and dynamic team.
Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply.
We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.
Working at Crisis
Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness.
Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We’ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness.
As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:
- A competitive salary. Please note our salaries are fixed to counter inequity and we do not negotiate at offer stage
- Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy
- Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%
- 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay
- Flexible working around the core hours 10am-4pm
- Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly
- And more! (Full list of benefits available on website)
Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career.
When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.
How do I apply?
Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications.
Closing date: Sunday 22nd February 2026 at 23:59
Interviews will take place week commencing 2nd March 2026, online via MS Teams
Interview process: Competency based interview.
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Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094
Salary: £35,000 – £39,000
Contract: 18?month contract
Location: Flexible (home/office/hybrid) – must be available on Marathon weekend (26 April 2026 & 25 April 2027)
Closing date: Monday 9th February
Benefits: 25 days annual leave bank holidays wellbeing days, pension, flexible benefits, healthcare cash plan, discounts, training & development
We are delighted to be working with the National Autistic Society to recruit a London Marathon Event Manager, a pivotal role leading their biggest and most high?profile fundraising event of the year. This is an incredible opportunity to take ownership of the full 2027 London Marathon campaign—a landmark year with record participation and income expected. If you thrive in fast?paced mass?participation events, love exceptional supporter experience and want to deliver one of the UK’s most iconic charity events, this role offers huge impact, variety and visibility.
As the London Marathon Event Manager, you’ll develop and deliver the full fundraising strategy, manage supporter journeys end?to?end, lead a small team of Event Officers, drive partnerships and logistics, and work cross?functionally with key teams including Marketing, Supporter Care, Corporate Partnerships and Data Services. You will also be the main liaison with London Marathon Events, ensuring seamless partnership working and a standout charity presence throughout the campaign.
To be successful as the London Marathon Event Manager, you will need:
- Experience of working on the London Marathon in a charity setting, with strong budget management and KPI delivery
- Experience and passion for motivating and managing staff, setting clear objectives and supporting development
- Ability to plan and deliver complex event logistics, including risk assessments and volunteer management
If you would like to discuss this role with us please contact us and quote the reference 2839EI.
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
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Our vision at Rafiki Thabo Foundation is that young people, including those living with disabilities, will be empowered through education to enable them to reach their full potential and initiate positive change in their communities. We do this by enabling access to education for disadvantaged children and young people for whom escaping the poverty cycle would be impossible without support.
By the end of 2025 we had supported 910 children and young people through education on our scholarship programme and this year we are proud to support more than 400 scholars, 45 of whom live with a disability. We also enable access to education through our Eat Well to Learn programme and school infrastructure development programme.
How would you like to wake up every day, knowing that the work you do contributes to the transformative empowerment of young lives? By joining our small, close-knit, dynamic and passionate team you can do just that!
As our Digital Marketing Manager you will be part of a new direction for a small charity with great aspirations – instrumental in driving growth through optimised stewardship and external visibility. You will enjoy flexibility, autonomy and opportunity to help shape the future of our digital marketing with the freedom to use your creativity.
Position: Digital Marketing Manager
Responsible to: Head of Fundraising
Location: Remote (home based with option to work from our Abingdon charity shop)
Contract: Part-time. Permanent after 6 months’ probation, or freelance
Hours: 15 hours per week plus 4 floating hours on demand
Salary: £27,000 Full Time Equivalent if employed. If freelance, daily rates can be discussed.
Annual leave and benefits:
- 5.6 weeks per year FTE (pro rata based on weekly hours)
- Flexible working pattern (as long as predominantly during business hours)
- Pension scheme with matched contributions if employed. 4% employer / 4% employee
How to apply: Click the CharityJob Apply button above. You’ll be asked to submit a CV, submit a cover letter and answer a few short screening questions about your relevant skills and motivation.
Interviews will start w/c 2nd March 2026
Closing date: 16th February 2026.
NB Please see Information Pack and Job Description for further information.
PS to obtain a higher resolution Information Pack pdf than the one below, please head to our charity profile page here on Charity Jobs and then click on the www icon just below our mission statement near the top of the page, which will take you to the ad on our website.
What you will be working on:
- You will lead the planning and execution of digital marketing campaigns and initiatives across all online channels, including the website, SEO/SEM/AI Overviews, social media, supporter stewardship and marketing e-mails, to enhance charity visibility and drive supporter retention and acquisition
- You will manage website content and performance, oversee paid media campaigns, and analyse digital metrics to inform strategy and optimise ROI. Working closely with the Head of Fundraising and Director, you’ll ensure all digital activities align with our charity goals and fundraising strategy
- You will manage content creation and social media calendars, deliver targeted email campaigns, and monitor the online reputation of our charity to maintain a strong and positive presence. You will ensure our digital presence drives supporter and income growth by identifying the right audiences, driving engagement and qualifying interest in readiness to move up our supporter funnel
- A focus on data and insights using our CRM is instrumental to the supporter journeys and fundraising funnel and will in addition to the more creative aspects of the role where this insight translates into appealing content and campaigns targeted towards the right audience, be an important part of your day-to-day work
- You will also be responsible for regular reporting and analysis which will guide continuous improvement, while your awareness of emerging trends will help keep Rafiki Thabo current in digital marketing
- Ultimately you will play a key role in our digital marketing and communication activities, creating awareness that converts supporters up the fundraising funnel and be integral to our future growth and success
This job is for you if you…
- Are a marketing all-rounder with strong digital marketing experience
- Are experienced in developing, managing, delivering and optimising digital marketing campaigns across social media, search, website and e-mail marketing to drive brand awareness, lead generation, supporter engagement
- You have enough experience to hit the ground running and take the lead in your role
- You have strong knowledge and experience of SEO/SEM, AI, Google and Meta Ads, and analytics tools such as Google Analytics and Tag Manager
- You are proficient in using CRM systems in conjunction with automated marketing tools for support stewardship journeys and building CRM dashboards to track KPIs and engagement
- You have a positive mindset and a ‘can do’ attitude, with a flexible, conscientious, self-motivated and proactive approach to working independently while also being a team-player
- You have excellent communication skills, and a creative yet data-driven and supporter focused approach
- You have strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, campaigns and deadlines effectively. Ability to prioritise conflicting demands and tight deadlines under pressure
- And most importantly… you want your work to make a difference to the disadvantaged children and young people Rafiki Thabo support in Kenya, Uganda and Lesotho
Please make sure to read the accompanying 'Information Pack' and 'Job Description'. This will help both you and us make sure we are fully aligned on expectations to the role. You will get a good feel for who we are and we of you as a candidate as you will be asked to submit a cover letter and complete screening questions which assume you have had the information we have shared. While we are looking for a candidate who meets our requirements as closely as possible, we encourage you to apply even if there are gaps, taking the opportunity in your cover letter to highlight any such areas and why you believe you will still be successful in the role.
Our mission is to support individuals and their communities in Africa through education that embraces their differing abilities.



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!
The Talent Set is thrilled to partner with a leading UK children’s charity to recruit a Senior Individual Giving Executive. This exciting opportunity plays a key role in delivering impactful, multi-channel fundraising campaigns. The successful candidate will manage high-value projects across channels such as digital, direct mail, DRTV, and telemarketing, supporting income growth through regular giving, lotteries, cash appeals, raffles, and more.
This is a fantastic role for someone with strong campaign management experience who’s ready to step up and help shape future planning, guide junior team members, and work collaboratively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
If you're passionate about creating powerful supporter journeys and driving fundraising success, this could be your ideal next step.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and manage end-to-end fundraising campaigns across a range of channels including digital, direct mail, DRTV, dialogue, lottery, and raffles—ensuring compliance, timely delivery, and budget management.
- Support strategic development by evaluating campaign performance, contributing insights, and making data-driven recommendations to inform future Individual Giving strategy.
- Oversee campaign budgets, including forecasting, processing invoices, monitoring variances, and supporting the development of annual income and expenditure plans.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring campaigns align with brand guidelines, fundraising strategy, and organisational goals.
- Mentor and support junior team members, providing guidance on campaign delivery, professional development, and internal processes.
- Champion continuous improvement, staying up to date with sector trends, contributing to team planning, and actively supporting diversity and inclusion within the organisation.
Person Specification:
- Proven experience managing campaigns across at least two fundraising channels (e.g. face-to-face, telemarketing, direct mail, DRTV, or digital), with strong understanding of creative processes, data segmentation, and campaign evaluation.
- Skilled in setting and monitoring budgets, working to KPIs, analysing campaign performance, and supporting data-driven decision making.
- Ability to plan, prioritise and manage multiple projects simultaneously under pressure, ensuring timely delivery and accuracy in all aspects of campaign delivery.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience liaising with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, and ability to give clear, constructive creative feedback.
- Confident using Microsoft Office (especially Word, Excel, Outlook), with analytical and numeracy skills and familiarity with database and data briefing tools.
- Proactive in personal development and supporting others, demonstrating flexibility, team spirit, and problem-solving capabilities in a fast-paced, changing environment.
What’s on Offer:
- Salary circa £30-33k
- Enjoy a healthy work/life balance with a supportive working policy, flexible hours, and travel only when required for essential team meetings or key events.
- Contribute to the planning and development of the charities Individual Giving strategy, with opportunities to shape future campaign direction and innovation.
- Benefit from tailored learning and mentoring opportunities, including overseeing junior team members and collaborating across specialist teams and external partners.
- Be part of a mission-led organisation making a tangible difference across the UK, with values of hope, respect and inclusion at its core.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.
Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
Guts UK is the only charity that covers the digestive system from top to tail, including the gut, the liver and the pancreas. The charity focuses particularly on the conditions that have no other specific charity or voice - conditions that are underserved, such as pancreatitis, diverticular disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), childhood gut and liver disease, and digestive cancers. With their mission being to improve the lives of the millions of people affected by digestive conditions, they are looking for their first Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy Manager to help them reach that goal.
The Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy Manager is responsible for developing and implementing plans to maximise income from corporate partners and high net worth individuals with the propensity to donate significant sums. There is huge scope to develop both income streams at Guts UK, as this is the first dedicated position covering these income streams.
With some fantastic corporate partnerships in place already, there is great potential to build on the existing foundations and leverage those corporate partnerships to secure more ranging from transactional right up to transformational.
The philanthropy function has green shoots to nurture and develop. This is an exciting role for a candidate who wants to grow and shape this income stream, and demonstrate their personal impact on generating income, and providing donors with an incredible supporter experience.
Who are Guts UK looking for?
This role would suit an experienced, corporate and/or philanthropy fundraiser with well-developed relationship management skills. Someone who is excited by the opportunity of shaping, developing and elevating these important supporters for the charity.
Guts UK are open to applications from those looking to develop their expertise and will be fully supported, should they not have equal experience in corporate partnerships and philanthropy. The ideal candidate should be able to demonstrate experience across areas such as corporate prospecting, pitching and account management.
Guts UK is a small charity with big ambition so a background that includes working within a smaller charity would be helpful for the candidate to have but isn't essential.
Benefits
- Hybrid based, with min 1 day a week in either London or Huddersfield office
- 27 days leave plus bank holidays and an additional 5 days for office closures
- Employee assistance programme (covering both the individual and family members*) offering mental health support, physiotherapy and access to a remote GP amongst other services.
- 5% employer pension contribution
Application notes
Please download the Candidate Info Pack provided for further information about the role, timelines and next steps.
To progress your application, please contact THINK Recruitment to organise an informal screening call. Please note, we cannot shortlist candidates who have not had a screening call so please allow enough time to have a call before the closing date.
Timeframes
- Closing date for applications: Midnight Tuesday 10th February
- In person interviews – London: Tuesday 17th or Wednesday 18th February
- In person interviews – Huddersfield: Wednesday 18th or Thursday 19th February
- Decisions by EOD Friday 20th February
Director of Income Generation & Business Development
Salary - £55,000 - £60,000 dependent on experience
Location: Leeds (hybrid working)
For over 50 years, Leeds Women’s Aid has been a lifeline for women and children experiencing domestic violence and abuse. The organisation has grown significantly, from a c.£600–700k income charity 10 years ago, to one now approaching £5m annual income. With this growth comes bold, renewed ambition to diversify income, strengthen influence and ensure LWA’s voice, values and impact are communicated with clarity and confidence to reach those who need them most.
It’s an exciting time in LWA’s development. With a growing footprint, deeper community roots, expanding services and renewed ambition to influence systemic change for women. This newly established Director of Income Generation & Business Development role is designed to bring together income generation, marketing and communications, and retail under one strategic umbrella to shape the next chapter of LWA’s development and impact.
As Director of Income Generation & Business Development you will set the strategic direction for all income related activity across the charity, ensuring LWA develops a sustainable, diversified income portfolio that is aligned with the charity’s purpose and values. This is an opportunity to shape a sustainable future for LWA – ensuring it can continue to grow its impact and that its work remains rooted in the voices and experiences of women and children.
You’ll play a key role in the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to collective leadership, organisational governance and the long-term resilience and strategic direction of the charity.
As Director of Income Generation & Business Development you will:
- Strategically lead a multi-year income generation and business development strategy, setting key objectives and enabling diversification that aligns with LWA’s values and new organisational strategy.
- Provide strategic leadership for marketing and communications, ensuring organisational-wide narrative building that reflects the values and impact of LWA, while championing the voices of women and children.
- Ensure strategic leadership for LWA’s retail function, developing growth strategies that balance community impact alongside financial performance.
- Develop compelling, adaptable cases for support that reflect LWA’s impact and ambitions, ethically and meaningfully embedding survivors’ voices.
- Strengthen organisational resilience through income diversification beyond statutory funding, establishing strong communities of support and identifying opportunities for growth.
- Work collaboratively with the Director of Services & Engagement and Director of Strategy, Partnerships & Influence to identify and develop new commissioning and business development opportunities, ensuring viability and strategic alignment.
- Represent LWA with authenticity, integrity and sensitivity to ensure the values of the organisation are upheld and that organisational decision making reflects women-centred principles.
The role would best suit:
- A senior income generation leader, with broad multi-stream experience and a proven track record of strategically driving growth and diversification of fundraised income.
- A strategic leader with the ability to develop a team across income generation, marketing and communications and retail.
- An individual with experience of developing income generation strategies that intersect with organisational strategies and ambitions.
- Someone with the ability to balance income generation with ethical storytelling/responsibility, public accountability and regulatory considerations.
- An individual who demonstrates commitment to LWA’s values and the Nolan Principles: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.
- Someone with demonstrated commitment to, and understanding of, women-led and women-centred support services, including the importance of trauma-informed, inclusive, and empowering practice for women and girls.
Please get in touch as soon as possible to express an initial interest, the deadline for applications (CV and Application Questions) is Tuesday 24th February with first stage interviews scheduled to take place Thursday 5th/Monday 9th of March.
Due to the nature of the services provided and the population supported, this post is subject to an Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (Part 1) of the Equality Act 2010, and therefore the postholder must be female. This requirement is applied lawfully and proportionately, reflecting the organisation’s provision of specialist women-centred services and the need to maintain safety, trust, and authenticity in leadership and external representation.
Appointment to this role will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including satisfactory references, right to work verification, and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level.
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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!
The Talent Set are delighted to partner with a prominent national charity on a fantastic Corporate Partnerships – New Business Lead position. This is a pivotal leadership role within the high value fundraising team — one that blends strategy, innovation, and purpose.
About the Role
As the Corporate Partnerships - New Business Lead, you will:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing team of three to deliver transformational corporate partnerships.
- Be the new business specalist in the corporate team and across the wider high value team.
- Develop and deliver a bold new business strategy to grow income.
- Identify, negotiate, and secure six- and seven-figure partnerships.
- Build a robust, strategically aligned pipeline of corporate prospects.
- Work collaboratively with Partnership Management, Philanthropy, Trusts, and Institutional teams to drive team culture and seamless partner experience.
- Contribute to organisational projects and innovations that attract new corporate funding and deliver measurable impact.
About You
You’re a confident leader with a track record of winning high-value corporate partnerships and driving growth through creativity and collaboration. You’ll bring:
- Proven experience in securing six figure complex corporate partnerships.
- Strong leadership and line management skills, with a passion for developing others.
- Exceptional stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
- Experience in setting and managing income and expenditure budgets.
- Outstanding communication, presentation, and financial reporting skills.
What’s on Offer
· Location: London (Hybrid)
· Salary: circa £55,000
· Contract: Permanent, 4 or 5 days/week
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.
Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
Founded in 1927, the University of Hull has a long and proud history. Through our teaching, research and civic engagement, we are helping to shape and deliver the future prosperity of our region and far beyond.
Leading the Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement team, the Director will drive the design and implementation of the University’s inaugural comprehensive fundraising campaign, launching it at the culmination of our centenary celebrations in summer 2028. Building on progress made to date, the Director will leverage the centenary to elevate the roles of philanthropy and alumni engagement in support of the University’s future ambitions.
Person specification:
- Extensive knowledge of philanthropy, preferably within higher education, including fundraising best practice
- Extensive knowledge of alumni engagement and its role in building connections and supporting wider institutional priorities
- Demonstrable track record of building relationships and working with prospects to secure gifts at the six-figure level and above
- Experience of leading philanthropic campaigns and exceeding fundraising targets
- Experience of leading and managing teams carrying out philanthropic and/or engagement activities
- Experience of strategic and data-driven operational planning and performance management
Dixon Walter is leading the candidate search on behalf of the University. For more information and details of how to apply by 15 February, please see the candidate brief.
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Drive transformational philanthropy and help shape the future of one of the UK’s most exciting cultural organisations. This is your chance to play a leading role in securing the investment that powers Storyhouse’s artistic vision and community impact.
As Development Manager, you will lead on generating philanthropic, partnership, and grant income across the Development Team, delivering ambitious fundraising targets that directly support Storyhouse’s charitable mission and acclaimed artistic programmes.
You will focus on securing funding from trusts and foundations, individual supporters, major donors, philanthropists, and public sector bodies. Working collaboratively with colleagues, you’ll also contribute to a sustainable and diverse income mix by supporting corporate partnerships, legacy giving, and wider donor stewardship.
Building and nurturing relationships will be at the heart of your work. You’ll cultivate meaningful connections with funders, donors, and stakeholders, inspiring them to invest in Storyhouse’s artistic, educational, and community ambitions.
You will champion our commitment to access, inclusion, and participation, shaping strategies that deepen philanthropic engagement and broaden support for our work.
As a visible ambassador for Storyhouse, you will strengthen our role as a vital cultural and community institution for Chester and the wider region, helping ensure our programmes continue to thrive and reach those who benefit most.
Storyhouse is one of the UK’s foremost cultural charities, incorporating a library, theatres and a cinema. We are also an acclaimed theatre producer.
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Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We have embarked on our 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it.
Location: London with home working one day a week, or two days per fortnight
About the role
The Senior Partnership Manager at Crisis is a varied and challenging role. You will oversee some of the organisations highest value corporate partners, delivering outstanding partnerships that maximise engagement, uncover creative opportunities and drive authentic mutual value. You will ensure we work collaboratively with other high value teams and the wider organisation in sustaining and growing income, inspiring donors to play their part in ending homelessness.
The role will include management responsibility of the Partnership Executive and require agility in stepping into leadership positions.
We are looking for someone with the ability to be bold in identifying new opportunities within our owned partnerships, that secure long-term, transformational impact. It is vital that candidates act with equity and are adept at elevating and implementing the voice of lived experience.
About you
- You’re a skilled corporate partnership professional with experience in leading six and seven figure partnerships that have achieved highly impactful results.
- You are a talented relationship manager and have a track record of cultivating powerful connections with key stakeholders, inspiring long-term commitment.
- Being bold comes naturally to you and you enjoy leading partnerships or campaigns that break the mould to challenge what’s possible.
- You are comfortable in a leadership role and adept at recognising the strengths and supporting the development of those you manage.
- You are a collaborator that thrives in team settings and contributing to an environment where everyone’s voice is heard.
Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply.
We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.
Working at Crisis
Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness.
Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We’ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness.
As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:
- A competitive salary. Please note our salaries are fixed to counter inequity and we do not negotiate at offer stage.
- Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy.
- Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%
- 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
- Flexible working around the core hours 10am-4pm
- Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly
- And more! (Full list of benefits available on website)
Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career.
When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.
How do I apply?
Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications.
Closing date: Monday 9th February 2026 at 23:59
Interview date and location:
- First stage - Week commencing 16th February, online via Microsoft Team
- Second stage – Week commencing 23rd February, online via Microsoft Team
Interview process:
- First stage - interview will be competency-based questions
- Second stage - interview that will include a written task or presentation
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Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094
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BACKGROUND
Over the past 90 years, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) has developed unparalleled expertise in responding to emergencies and helping uprooted communities to rebuild. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. The IRC is on the ground in more than 40 countries, providing emergency relief, relocating refugees and rebuilding lives in the wake of disaster.
The IRC is committed to a culture of bold leadership, innovation in all aspects of our work, creative partnerships and, most crucially, accountability to those we serve. The IRC is a tireless advocate for the most vulnerable.
IRC UK
IRC UK is part of the IRC global network, which has its global headquarters in New York. Our team in the UK works to raise profile, deliver policy and practice change, and increase funding to help restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Since 2021, IRC UK has also provided integration services directly to refugees in England.
In Europe, the IRC also has offices in Berlin, Bonn, Brussels, Geneva and Stockholm.
The Purpose of the Role
Reporting to the Associate Director of Philanthropy, UK, the Philanthropy Manager will support the implementation of the UK Philanthropy team’s strategy, with a focus to identify, establish and develop new and existing high value relationships with individuals who have the capacity to support IRC at a five and six figure level. This is an exciting role working with senior stakeholders across IRC, in the UK and internationally, to cultivate and steward relationships with philanthropists to effectively solicit multi-year gifts to fund high-impact programmes that will deliver transformative change for IRC clients across the world.
As part of this, the Philanthropy Manager will:
· Develop and implement initiatives to identify, cultivate and solicit gifts from donors in the major gift range of £10,000 and above, both in partnership with the Director of Philanthropy and through account management of a discreet prospect portfolio
· Work closely with the Director of Philanthropy and the research function to identify and cultivate positive relationships with existing donors and new prospects to significantly grow our major donor pipeline
· Manage a portfolio of major donors through various personalised approaches, including face-to-face meetings, phone calls, events and written and verbal communications
· Develop personalised donor stewardship plans with the aim of increasing their engagement and uplifting their support to achieve the revenue target for the UK Philanthropy team and the overall revenue target for the International Philanthropy team
· Lead on gift management, reporting and proposal development for new prospects and existing donors, ensuring timely and accurate communications that match the individual’s requirements
· Identify and deliver unique stewardship and cultivation opportunities for donors
· Maintain thorough and up to date files and records relating to major donors
· Maintain strong knowledge and understanding of IRC’s work in the UK and around the world
· Collaborate proactively with a network of internal and external senior stakeholders, garnering their support and influence in the development of relationships with philanthropists
· Contribute to profile raising of the IRC’s Philanthropy programme and the IRC more widely through proactive networking and external engagement with potential donors and their advisors
· Proactively collaborate with other members of the Philanthropy team, supporting the delivery of the wider Philanthropy strategy as required
· Carry out administrative activities and other duties, as required, to maximise fundraising.
Scope and Authority
Authority: This position is responsible for supporting the delivery of Philanthropy and contributing to the identification, cultivation and stewardship of £10,000 and above gifts from HNWIs.
Key Working Relationships
· HNWI donors and prospects
· Third party philanthropy advisors
· Key contacts across IRC in UK and internationally:
o International Philanthropy Team
o USA Philanthropy
o Engagement with the UK and International Board
o Global Partnerships and Philanthropic Services
o Communications team
o Policy and Advocacy team
o UK Finance team
o Country Programme and regional teams, the Awards Management Unit as well as IRC’s Technical Units
o President’s Office and Executive Director of IRC- UK
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Partnership identification, cultivation and stewardship (65%)
· Manage a portfolio of HNWI prospects and donors, working closely with the Director of Philanthropy to cultivate successful, high-impact relationships
· Collaborate with colleagues to develop transformative funding opportunities, create tailored plans for the cultivation of donors, deliver unique stewardship and cultivation opportunities, and coordinate internal and external meetings to drive donor relationships forward.
Partnership Management (25%)
· Lead on the creation of inspiring and engaging impact reports and proposals for donors, ensuring timely and accurate communications that are matched to the requirements of donors.
· Use Salesforce and IRC’s internal grant management system, OTIS, to keep clear and accurate records of donor communications and interactions related to all donor relationships
Team collaboration (10%)
· Contribute to the wider ambitions and shared objectives of the Philanthropy team as part of the HNWI Pillar
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential
Skills, Knowledge and Qualifications
· Knowledge and understanding of the principles and methods of philanthropy fundraising**
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and enthuse, through the delivery of strong external and internal communications**
· Ability to establish and build relationships with donors, colleagues and senior stakeholders at all levels and from a variety of backgrounds, both externally and within IRC**
· Ability to identify potential donors, produce donor stewardship plans and be able to implement and execute them
· Ability to influence and negotiate with a broad spectrum of stakeholders, ensuring best possible outcomes for the IRC
· Excellent attention to detail
· Excellent Microsoft Office software skills including Excel
· Demonstrable ability to prioritise and organise own workload and meet conflicting deadlines
· Ability to understand and demonstrate commitment to IRC’s Equal Opportunities Policy and to ensure all activities are consistent with Equal Opportunities
· Ability to work collaboratively with members of a fundraising team and across departments, whilst managing conflicting priorities and deadlines in a busy working environment
Experience
· Demonstrable experience of securing gifts from high net-worth individuals**
· Demonstrable experience of writing persuasive and creative proposals and correspondence in a range of relevant styles
· Demonstrable experience of managing a portfolio of high net-worth individuals and relationships with senior stakeholders in a fundraising or corporate context**
· Demonstrable experience of supporting the implementation of events with wealthy individuals and influential contacts
· Demonstrable experience of managing information on a fundraising database e.g. Salesforce
· Demonstrable experience of compiling information from various global stakeholders in order to create compelling tailored proposals and reports
· Demonstrable experience of supporting a team and implementing new administrative systems and processes
The mission of the IRC is to help people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster.



Based in Islington, London – hybrid working available
This is your chance to combine all your expertise in F2F fundraising, leadership, coaching, training and recruitment – as Greenpeace’s ambassador for face to face and telephone fundraisers.
Greenpeace UK is an independent national/regional organisation within the global Greenpeace campaigning network, which acts to change attitudes and behaviour, to protect and conserve the environment and to promote peace. The global network of Greenpeace organisations comprises 26 independent national/regional Greenpeace organisations with presence in over 55 countries across Europe, Africa, the Americas, Asia and the Pacific, as well as a coordinating and supporting organisation, Greenpeace International
A passionate and persuasive advocate for climate and nature, you’ll be free to operate with a high degree of autonomy, leading projects and acting as the subject matter expert for F2F and telephone fundraising compliance and quality. By delivering high quality recruitment and training programmes, you’ll be ensuring that our fundraisers are not just trained, but also the most inspired, informed and effective in the sector.
Responsibilities span the strategic management and ownership of the entire F2F recruitment pipeline, as well as setting the direction for training resources and managing the delivery of all induction and campaign training. You’ll also act as the senior coaching resource for team leaders and managers and, working collaboratively, will be expected to drive standards across all in-house and partner teams.
Location: Islington, London. This role will be mainly office based and require UK wide travel to carry out in person interviews (particularly travel to Brighton) as well as some field support for fundraisers. There will be opportunity for some home working (around 1-2 days per week). Reasonable adjustments as well as specific office-based needs will be considered for those with long term health conditions and disabilities.
What we’re looking for:
- Significant, demonstrable experience in designing, implementing and evaluating complex training strategies across multiple channels of F2F.
- Significant experience as a F2F Fundraiser and Team Leader.
- Proven experience in end-to-end recruitment management, including strategic pipeline planning and managing selection criteria.
- Expert-level operational knowledge of the F2F sector, with an ability to identify and implement sector best practices.
- In-depth, current knowledge of all relevant CIOF, Fundraising Regulator and data protection legislation, with the ability to advise on compliance.
- A track record of coaching managers and team leaders, plus field staff.
- The passion and ability to translate our complex global mission and campaigns – along with our organisational values – into actionable training.
We give you:
You’ll be encouraged to develop both personally and professionally, taking advantage of the wide range of learning and development opportunities available to our staff. We offer great benefits such as a generous pension scheme, subsidised lunches, free yoga and a wealth of well-being resources, just to name a few. Take a look at our Work for Greenpeace pages to find out more about what it’s like to work for us and why you should apply.
Our commitment to diversity
Greenpeace UK is committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We acknowledge that people from certain backgrounds are under-represented in environmental and campaigning organisations and we’re committed to doing what we can to correct this.
As part of our commitment to increasing representation of people from underrepresented communities in the environmental sector, we are piloting a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) as a new approach to make our recruitment more equitable. If you identify as a person of colour, you can choose to opt in to the Guaranteed Interview Scheme at the application stage on the next page. We will be aiming to offer everyone who opts into the scheme and meets the essential criteria a first stage interview/assessment. While we fully intend to honour this, exceptionally high application volumes may affect our capacity. If so, we will communicate clearly and keep candidates informed as we continue to learn and improve.
Greenpeace UK is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age or any other category protected by law.
Closing date: 9am on Monday 16th February 2026.