Fundraising jobs

Main purpose of post
An Appeal Support Officer is required to support the activity associated with a
major appeal for the charity. The appeal will raise £1.85m enabling a step change
in our support of Weston Park Cancer Centre.
Reporting to and working closely with our Senior Major Donor & Philanthropy
Manager, Appeal Consultant and Head of Fundraising, you will support the
coordination of appeal activity planning, as we undertake the public phase of the
appeal.
Supporting our established Appeal Board, you will coordinate communications,
prospecting and stewardship management of our major donor growth
programme and portfolio, as we build up both our private fundraising phase and
undertake our wider public fundraising activity.
You will help bring together a range of different public fundraising activities
planned for the next 12 months.

Key Responsibilities
 Support management of the appeal prospects portfolio, including research,
due diligence checks, profiles development and relationship management
plans.
 Coordinate and manage the appeal plan, including all facets of both the
private and public fundraising phases, liaising with appointed agencies and
contractors.
 Directly support the Appeal Board with communication, prospecting and
donor management planning, under the direct supervision and guidance of
the Senior Major Donor & Philanthropy Manager and Appeal Consultant.
 Act as a single point of contact for public appeal enquires and coordination
of supportive fundraising activity across the internal teams.
 Assist in the formulation of personalised stewardship plans and establish
effective systems to collate information about prospective and current
major donors, ensuring compliance with charity law, fundraising policies
and guidelines, GDPR and our organisational policies.
 Work alongside the team and support appeal event activity, including
planning, communication and coordination of guests, attending events as
required.

Who you are
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Appeal Support Officer
who would relish the opportunity to work on a transformational appeal that will
help improve and save lives of people affected by cancer in our region.
Experience of charity work and fundraising would be an added advantage in this
role, but we need a confident individual who is not phased with bringing together
different elements of a campaign plan to achieve a defined result.
Playing a key, interim role in the appeal, you will be able to quickly absorb
information, suggest planning solutions and improve efficiencies, while
stewarding the appeal plan, monitoring risks and provide regular status
reporting.
You will share our values and join Weston Park Cancer Charity’s busy charity
team. Our Appeal Support Officer will play a vital interim part in our team and
help us to deliver our vision: a better life for those living with, and beyond, cancer
in our region. If you are interested in working on a transformational charity appeal that will make a real difference to the lives of thousands of people, we’d love to hear from you.

About you
 You will have strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and hold
relationships with key stakeholders
 You will have significant experience in planning and coordinating a range
of activities, ideally from the charity sector.
 You are passionate about people and place: you want the best outcomes
for people in South Yorkshire living with and beyond cancer
 You will be able to work collaboratively to be part of a ‘One Team’ culture
 Able to manage your own workload and priorities to agreed deadlines
 Support and encourage harmonious internal and external working
relationships

DPP is recruiting a Fundraising Manager to lead on major donor and regular giving, as well as organise events. This is a new role within our team and would be well-suited to a fundraiser that is looking for a new challenge and to bring their experience and ideas to a small, passionate team. 

Purpose: The Fundraising and Admin Officer is responsible for delivering key administrative and fundraising activities that support the achievement of Vision Action’s income generation targets. The postholder will take a lead role in researching and applying to smaller trusts and foundations, while contributing to the development of larger funding proposals as needed. They will also support the coordination of fundraising campaigns and events, maintain the prospect pipeline, and identify new fundraising opportunities. Working closely with the Fundraising Manager, this role contributes to the effective functioning of the fundraising team and plays an important part in fostering a collaborative, impact-driven organisational culture.

KEY AREAS:

- FUNDRAISING (80% of time)
Trusts & Foundations and Prospect Research

• Lead on the development and submission of applications to smaller trusts and foundations (up to £25,000), including drafting proposals, tracking deadlines, and updating the pipeline.
• Maintain and update the pipeline of prospective donors across income streams (trusts, corporates, government, and institutions).
• Conduct desk research into comparable organisations, donor trends, and partnership opportunities.

Appeals & Campaigns

• Support the coordination of Vision Action’s seasonal and thematic fundraising appeals (e.g. World Sight Day, Christmas, Summer).
• Lead on the planning and delivery of smaller appeals, including supporter follow-up, donor profiling, and managing campaign logistics.
• Log donor information and engagement history accurately in Donorfy CRM.
• Support the development of appeal-related materials in collaboration with the Fundraising Manager and Communications Officer.

Events & Community Fundraising

• Support the planning, recruitment, and delivery of fundraising events such as the London Marathon and other sporting and challenge events.
• Provide guidance and logistical support to individuals, volunteers, schools, and community groups running their own fundraising events.
• Represent Vision Action at relevant fundraising and community events, acting as an ambassador for the organisation.

Donor Stewardship & Relationship Management

• Support the stewardship and cultivation of individual donors, sponsors, and prospects through phone, email, and written communication.
• Assist in developing supporter journeys for regular givers and community fundraisers.
• Process thank you letters and acknowledgements using Donorfy.
• Manage day-to-day donor enquiries via the fundraising inbox and phone line, ensuring timely and professional responses.

Data Management & Reporting

• Maintain accurate donor records and fundraising data using Donorfy CRM.
• Produce donor and campaign performance reports as required.
• Support with administrative tasks related to fundraising compliance, filing, and data security.

- COMMUNICATION SUPPORT (20% of time)
Digital Media Marketing and Engagement

• Support efforts to grow Vision Action’s digital presence by creating engaging content for social media platforms, ensuring consistent and compelling storytelling aligned with our mission.
• Support membership relationship stewardship by developing regular updates, thank-you messages, and creative engagement campaigns to nurture and retain supporters.
• Assist in the design and production of quarterly progress reports, collaborating with colleagues across Vision Action to curate stories, impact data, and visuals that resonate with donors and partners.
• Update and maintain website content to ensure it remains current, accurate, and reflective of organisational priorities, campaigns, and news.
• Attend relevant internal and external events or meetings to capture content, live-post updates, and strengthen Vision Action’s online visibility and supporter engagement.

Administrative Support and Organisational Culture

• Provide targeted administrative support to the Fundraising & Communications team, including managing the Fundraising inbox, logging and responding to supporter enquiries, and ensuring timely follow-ups.
• Help maintain well-organised digital filing systems (e.g. SharePoint) for communications assets, membership materials, and donor stewardship documents.
• Support cross-departmental initiatives by contributing communications materials and ensuring alignment of messaging across teams.
• Actively contribute to a positive, collaborative, and inclusive working culture, bringing creativity and enthusiasm to team meetings and organisational activities.

Please note:

• This role includes some out of hours working e.g. evenings and weekends to support events, agreed in advance with Line Manager and eligible for Time Off in Lieu
• The role works with many different cultures and religions and work may span between different time zones.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

This is a varied and forward-facing role within a small and busy team. You will bring enthusiasm, attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the confidence to engage with supporters, donors, and colleagues. You will be comfortable working independently on routine tasks while also contributing creatively to campaigns and events.

Essential

• At least 3 years of experience in a fundraising, administration, or supporter-facing role
• Strong inter-personal and communication skills (face-to-face, phone, and email)
• Excellent organisational and time management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Confident written skills, with experience drafting letters, emails, or fundraising materials
• Strong IT skills, including use of Microsoft Office and confidence working across digital platforms
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a small, collaborative team
• Understanding of or interest in trust and foundation fundraising
• Basic knowledge of digital marketing or social media engagement (e.g., Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter)

Desirable

• Experience of using a CRM system to manage supporter or customer relationships (Donorfy or similar)
• Experience supporting or delivering fundraising activities or events
• Familiarity with design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe) and/or email marketing tools (e.g., Mailchimp)
• Understanding of the UK charity sector and/or international development
• Confidence in presenting or representing an organisation externally
• Willingness to work occasional evenings or weekends for events
• Degree or equivalent qualification

Nelson’s Journey, Norfolk’s leading child bereavement charity, is seeking an inspiring and focussed individual to join its fundraising and marketing team, responsible for raising funds required for the support of bereaved children and young people.

The successful candidate will work as part of a team developing and delivering fundraising and marketing projects, campaigns, and tasks to achieve income targets; and within the team will lead on supporting and growing individual and community based fundraising initiatives.

Duties include:

• Building relationships with local community groups, schools, and individuals to encourage fundraising
• Communicating with and supporting individual fundraisers and donors
• Representing the charity at events, giving talks, attending cheque presentations and strengthening engagement
• Delivering fundraising campaigns and activities for individuals and community groups, such as ‘Purple Picnics’, regular giving
• Managing online fundraising platforms such as JustGiving and maintaining accurate records on the charity’s CRM (Beacon)
• Ensuring promotional opportunities for individual and community fundraising initiatives, including through the charity’s social media content, website, emails, and digital platforms

Full-time and part-time applications are welcomed.

The post-holder will work as part of a team to drive an increase in fundraising income so that the charity can continue to set ambitious spending plans and look to its future growth. The post-holder will contribute to the overall objectives and workplans of the team.

This post is advertised at a salary range, with demonstration of higher income generating skills and/or experiences qualifying for the higher end of the range.

A willingness to work flexible hours and occasional weekends is required. Access to a vehicle is essential, for which the appropriate mileage rate will be paid. The post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The successful candidate must be committed to the safeguarding of children and young people. Right to Work in the UK will need to be established. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Nelson’s Journey offers generous annual leave entitlement of 26 days, in addition to bank holidays and public holidays (pro-rata for part-time).

The post is based in Little Plumstead, near Norwich.

For an application pack and further information including our Privacy Notice please visit our website.

Closing date for completed application forms: Tuesday 19 August, 23:59

Interview date: Thursday 28 August

We reserve the right to close a vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for posts.

Help us to bring back smiles to Norfolk’s bereaved children and young people, and download an application pack from our website for our application form.

Job title: Head of Fundraising

Reports to: Director of Income Generation  

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, worked flexibly

Salary: Circa £40,000 

Location: Beaumond House Hospice Care, Newark with hybrid working

Direct Reports: Fundraising Team

Beaumond House

Through the doors of Beaumond House you will find a lively and vibrant space, filled with life and laughter.  Our staff, volunteers and patients alike bring hope and happiness together in a ‘home from home'. Patients are at the centre of all that we do. We therefore expect all those who come to join our team (in whatever capacity) to ensure that dignity, safety, and confidentiality of all patients is respected at all times and that all patients receive the highest possible standard of physical, psychological and spiritual care. 

Role Purpose

As Head of Fundraising, you will be responsible for generating sustainable income through our fundraising activities, along with ensuring that Beaumond House is continuously building strong relationships with our supporters, local businesses and wider community as part of our income generation strategy.

You will lead and support the Beaumond House fundraising team in developing sustainable income to help ensure our charitable work continues to make an impact in Newark and Sherwood for future generations.  

Main Duties

• Responsible for devising, implementing, and developing innovative fundraising activity plans to ensure dependable sources of income for now and in the future.
• Work with your team, to build long-lasting relationships with our supporters, volunteers, businesses, grant makers and wider community.
• Manage the fundraising team operations and plan day-to-day activities.
• Ensure that all fundraising activity and donor communications is compliant and to best practice, keeping up to date with latest fundraising regulations.
•  Work closely with senior leadership team, in particular Head of Retail and Head of Care to ensure joined-up fundraising campaigns are in place across the organisation.
• Working closely with Head of Finance to ensure all income is correctly categorised and allocated.
• Be responsible for ensuring donor data and relationship management communications are correctly populated within CRM system.
• Oversee our presence across online platforms, ensuring alignment with campaign goals and Beaumond House brand.
• Continuously track and report fundraising performance and budgets to Director of Income Generation and CEO, producing monthly and ad-hoc reports to support strategic decision making.
• Support in developing future strategies for income generation.

Operational and Management Duties

• Responsible line management of the Fundraising team, holding team-wide meetings, 1-2-1 sessions, annual appraisals and development plans. Creating a positive working environment within the department to enable all members of the team are productive and motivated.
• Mentor and coach members of the team, identify and support with development needs in team knowledge or experience, offering support and best practice advice.
• Delivering a tactical programme to ensure the successful implementation of fundraising plans and strategy, supporting each member of the fundraising team to meet their targets.
• Identify and clarify relationship overlaps between fundraising team members to ensure clarity for donors and supporters.
•  Get involved and support the team with fundraising activities as required. Such as attending fundraising events and activities outside normal working hours, weekends and Bank Holidays when required.
• Support and encourage the team in working effectively with volunteers. Ensuring volunteers have purpose, feel valued, well supported and part of the Beaumond House team.
• Abide by organisational policies and practices, including the equal opportunities policy, confidentiality code and code of conduct.
• Ensure that every activity adheres to the health and safety procedures and guidelines, including carrying out risk assessments in line with policy.
• Hold regular meetings with the fundraising and wider hospice teams to ensure good practice and collaboration.
• Liaise with peers across region and attend meetings organised by hospice specific groups.
• Undertake any reasonable task requested by your line manager.

Strategic Support

• Maintain and build on the established brand of Beaumond House, maximising opportunities with local communities and outlets.
• Be the voice, and champion, of our supporters and donors throughout everything we do. Maintaining feedback through items such as supporter feedback groups.
• Champion innovation in income generation, identify emerging trends in philanthropy, digital fundraising and donor engagement.
• Prepare detailed income and expenditure forecasts and project schedules in line with the organisation’s objectives.
• Support in the development of future strategic projects and priorities with Senior Leadership Team.
•  Prepare reports on fundraising performance for board and sub-committees as required.

Administration Duties

• Take responsibility for own administration, always completing to the highest and most thorough standards.
• Maintain accurate and up to date records using agreed systems, such as Xero, Beacon CRM and MS Office 365. Use these to set up and run reports to provide information.
• Support directly or via signposting for IT queries eg. Use of MS 365, Beacon CRM, Gift Aid.
• Respond in a timely manner to enquiries/queries.

General Duties

• To develop and maintain a sound understanding of all facets of the work undertaken by Beaumond House and the hospice movement.
• Work collaboratively and cooperatively with your Beaumond House colleagues.
• Respect confidentiality applying to all areas of Beaumond House.
• Abide by the Health and Safety at Work Act.
• Maintain awareness of Safeguarding responsibilities.
•  Work within Beaumond House policies and procedures.
• Participate in and contribute to team meetings.
•  Always behave in a professional manner, reflecting and maintaining Beaumond House values.

What we ask of you

•  That you act in a manner at all times which supports the Vision and Values of Beaumond House.
•  That you have a positive and proactive approach.
• That you are confident and trustworthy.
• Be flexible within the broad remit of the post.

This is a rolling recruitment process, meaning applications will be reviewed as they are received. The process includes an initial video conversation, followed by an in-person interview with the Director of Income Generation and the Chief Executive.
 
Please note: all roles are subject to receipt of satisfactory references and Disclosure & Barring Service checks. 
 
This Job Description is intended as a guide only and is not an exhaustive list of duties. It is subject to periodic review with the post holder. 

We reserve the right to close the advert at any time; therefore, we encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible

Location: You can be based near one of the following office locations - Birmingham, Cardiff, Glasgow, Liverpool, London, or Newcastle. 

We operate a hybrid model of work i.e. a combination of in-person and remote, with flexible days in the office depending on business need and your preferences. We would typically expect in-office attendance an average of one day per week.  

Your office is where you will usually attend in-person events, training sessions etc. though some travel, to other offices and other locations, will occasionally be expected.

Hours: We are looking for the right candidate and while we envisage this being a full-time role (37.5 hours per week) we are very open to flexible working arrangements such as part-time, compressed hours and/or flexitime.

Occasional/frequent evening or weekend work may be required, for which time off in lieu (TOIL) will be given.

Ideal start date: ASAP, as agreed with candidate 
 

Purpose of the Role: As a key leader within our Partnerships and Income Development team, you will be responsible for driving sustainable income growth through high-impact, strategic and philanthropic partnerships with trusts, foundations and corporate partners.  
 

Reporting to the Head of Partnerships and Income Development, you will lead the stewardship and growth of existing strategic partnerships, including managing a select portfolio of funders. You will also take a proactive approach to identifying, cultivating and securing new funding opportunities to align with income targets and the charity’s strategy.  

Working collaboratively with colleagues across the charity, you will craft compelling cases for support – placing young people’s voices and experiences at the heart of every proposal. In addition, you’ll help to build and nurture our supporter community through initiatives such as payroll giving, individual giving and corporate community fundraising.  
 

We’re looking for a dynamic, determined and strategic thinker, who is passionate about building partnerships that make a big difference. You’ll bring energy, creativity, and a big-picture mindset to forge meaningful relationships that create lasting impact.   

Key Responsibility Areas:

• Strategic fundraising leadership
•  Stewardship of strategic partnerships  
• Financial management: planning, tracking and reporting  
• Building our supporter community
• Systems and processes  
• Team development and collaboration  
• Line Management (Matrix structure)  

Please review the attached pdf for the full job description. 

Person Specification (Knowledge, skills and experience required)

Fundraising experience

• Demonstrable experience of working in a fundraising role in a charity or similar non-profit organisation  
• Demonstrable experience of stewarding high value partnerships with trusts and foundations and/or corporates  
• Demonstrable experience of writing funding proposals/bids/grant applications and pitching for funding opportunities  

Fundraising knowledge

• Knowledge of fundraising techniques such as prospecting, cultivating, securing and managing partnerships  
• Understanding of good practice in fundraising, including data protection and donor stewardship  
• Understanding of budget creation and income reporting

IT skills 

• Experience of using Microsoft Office, including Excel functions  
• Experience of using or understanding of using CRM software to effectively support fundraising e.g. Salesforce  

Please review the attached pdf for the full person specification. 

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply by submitting the following information to our application portal Pinpoint by 23:59pm, Monday 25th August: 

1. A cover letter (500 words maximum) outlining why you would like to work at the Social Mobility Foundation and why you are a strong candidate for the role, including specific examples from your experience and skills. 
2. A short statement answering the following question: “Tell us about a time where you played a key role in securing or growing a funding opportunity or partnership. How did you find the opportunity, and what was your approach to writing the proposal and stewarding the relationship? What impact did it have, and what did you learn?” (500 words maximum)

Please note that generic applications and CV’s will not be considered.

Wessex Community Action is a charity dedicated to strengthening Wiltshire’s charities, community groups, and grassroots organisations who deliver vital services and drive change. We provide resources, training, and support so these groups can focus on their frontline activities, while actively collaborating on a wide range of partnerships and projects. We also act as a collective voice for the sector, advocating for their needs and impact.

We're seeking a focused and proactive Fundraising Development Advisor to help drive our mission forward. This role goes beyond raising funds; it’s about providing guidance and support to the people behind a wide range of charitable causes and activities.

We’re looking for someone who can provide hands-on fundraising support to voluntary and community groups throughout Wiltshire. In this dynamic role, you’ll work closely with a wide range of inspiring organisations, helping them operate more effectively and sustainably by offering tailored guidance, identifying funding opportunities, and connecting them with the right resources and partnerships.

You’ll also play a central role internally, working alongside our CEO to drive forward Wessex Community Action’s own fundraising goals, helping us grow our impact and build strong, collaborative relationships across the sector.

Key responsibilities include:

· Providing advice, guidance and support to new and established charities, community groups and social enterprises on areas including fundraising, income diversification and grant applications.

· Developing tools and resources to support others, including the production of regular, fundraising focused communications.

· Leading on the development and delivery of a regional Fundraisers Network.

· Collaborating with the CEO in developing and implementing strategic fundraising plans and initiatives that advance the mission of Wessex Community Action.

· Working with other community asset-based organisations to identify opportunities for best practice and collaborative working around building resilient, sustainable and thriving communities and services.

The closing date for applications is Friday 29 August.

Wessex Community Action are committed to safeguarding and safer recruitment procedures including safeguarding questions & scenarios within an interview, requesting appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service checks (where relevant), robust reference processes and a relevant probation period.

Charity People is proud to be partnering with The Migraine Trust, the UK's leading charity dedicated to supporting people affected by migraine. With over one in seven people in the UK living with this complex neurological condition, The Migraine Trust is a vital voice for change, campaigning for awareness, funding research, and providing trusted support.

We're looking for a dynamic and strategic Head of Fundraising to join the Senior Leadership Team and lead a growing and ambitious fundraising function. This is a hands-on leadership role with a strong focus on corporate partnerships and major donor development. You'll be joining at a time of real momentum, with the opportunity to shape the future of income generation and make a tangible impact on the lives of people living with migraine.

Our vision

A world where migraine doesn't stop anyone from living the life they want

Our mission

Everyone with migraine deserves the best possible care and treatment and support. We invest in research, campaign for long term improvements and address the stigma and misunderstanding that currently exists. No one with migraine should feel alone and we are here at every step

Head of Fundraising

• Hybrid (London office 1 day/week or 1 day/month for SLT if home-based)
• Circa £52k
• Full-time, 35 hours per week
• 25 days annual leave (rising to 30), plus office closure over Christmas and your birthday off
• 8% employer pension contribution (with 4% employee contribution)
• Generous training and development budget
• Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support
• Flexible working culture with hybrid and home-based options

Closing date: Friday 22nd August

First Stage Interviews: w/c 1st September

Second Stage Interviews: w/c 8th September

About the Role

Reporting to the Chief Executive and managing a brilliant team of four, you'll lead the development and delivery of a diverse fundraising strategy. You'll take a proactive role in cultivating high-value relationships, securing new partnerships, and driving innovation across income streams.

Key priorities include:

• Leading and inspiring a high-performing fundraising team
• Developing and delivering a multi-channel fundraising strategy
• Building strategic corporate partnerships and major donor relationships
• Growing a pipeline of non-pharma corporate prospects
• Collaborating across teams to create compelling cases for support
• Championing best practice use of Beacon CRM
• Ensuring compliance with GDPR, charity law, and fundraising regulations

About You

We're looking for a confident and entrepreneurial fundraiser with:

• A strong track record in corporate fundraising and major donor development
• Experience leading successful teams and managing income targets
• Knowledge of trusts, foundations, and individual giving
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A collaborative, creative, and ambitious mindset
• Understanding of charity law, GDPR, and the Code of Fundraising Practice

This is a brilliant opportunity to lead a fundraising team with purpose, creativity, and ambition and to help build a future where migraine doesn't stop anyone from living the life they want.

To find out more and to request a full job pack, please contact Kevin at Charity People

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.

Join Housing Matters—a housing advice and advocacy charity—as our Communications and Fundraising Officer. 

You’ll manage our day-to-day communications across social media, email updates, and online resources, as well as support with key income generation working alongside our Director and external Trusts Fundraising consultant. This is a great opportunity for someone with a good track record of income generation and a passion for sharing our organisations impact through effective communications.

Essential: 

• 2+ years’ experience in trust fundraising or similar 

• Strong writing and digital communication skills 

• Familiarity with WordPress, Mailchimp, and social platforms 

Benefits include: 
25 days holiday (pro rata), flexible/hybrid working, pension scheme, employee wellbeing support. 

At Ambitious about Autism we're currently looking for a Community Fundraising Manager to join our Fundraising team.

You'll be the driving force behind the growth and success of this important income stream. You will inspire the communities in which we work to make a meaningful difference to the lives of autistic children and young people. You will have proven experience of exceptional relationship management and be able to think creatively to inspire community groups, schools, individuals and local businesses.

You'll develop and implement community fundraising strategies and identify, approach and cultivate relationships with community groups, schools, local businesses and individuals. Community Fundraising will play a key role in successfully delivering Ambitious about Autism's wider 2025-28 Fundraising Strategy. We are looking for a passionate self-starter with exceptional relationship building skills that feels excited at the prospect of shaping the future of Community Fundraising at Ambitious about Autism.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Experience of building and growing Community Fundraising income
• Experience of developing and delivering fundraising strategies
• Experience of planning and implementing successful Community Fundraising programmes including setting and meeting financial and supporter cultivation targets
• Excellent planning, project management and organisational skills

In return, we offer great benefits including a generous holiday allowance and commitment to continued professional development (CPD), flexible, hybrid working and more!

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who would like to work for a forward-thinking, open and honest organisation and make a real impact to the young people we work with. Please find our full recruitment pack on the link below.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a confidential chat, please contact James Axford, Recruitment Officer.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.

Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

XLP is a youth work charity that doesn’t flinch in the face of challenge. We’re here for young people growing up in communities where poverty, exclusion and lack of opportunity too often shape the odds. Our work with young people aged 11 to 25 is long-term, rooted in relationships and built to last.

We’ve got big plans and we need the fundraising power to match. Our vision is to grow XLP’s impact across London by building a fundraising engine that’s ambitious, strategic and fit for a medium-sized charity. This role is about making that leap to unlocking major new income streams.

That means bold action. It means going after bigger grants, attracting larger gifts and shaping a sharp, strategic approach to long-term income growth. It means helping build and lead a strong, values-driven fundraising team with the drive and determination to go the distance. You’ll bring precision, persistence and the skill to turn complex work into compelling funding applications.

You won’t be doing this alone. You’ll be part of a supportive, driven team and you’ll get stuck into a wide range of fundraising activity that gives you insight, experience and real influence.

This is about making a difference. If you want to help reshape the future for thousands of young people, this is your chance.

We are proud to be an employer that puts Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at the core of all that we do, for the benefit of our employees and volunteers, our partners, and the communities that we work with. We are proud of our diversity and are therefore keen to receive applications from people who may be under-represented.

About Sussex Support Service CIC

Sussex Support Service CIC is a dedicated community interest company committed to promoting wellbeing within Uckfield and the surrounding areas. As we enter an exciting phase of growth and development, we’re expanding our team with a new position focused on fundraising and marketing. We seek a proactive, engaging individual with a proven track record in these areas to play a key role in our continued success.

Purpose of the Role

• Collaborate closely with the Director of Services to coordinate and drive community, corporate fundraising, and grant applications.
• Significantly increase overall fundraising income.
• Enhance the organisation’s profile across Sussex, building stronger relationships and engaging stakeholders effectively.

Main Responsibilities

Fundraising

• Develop, implement, and diversify Sussex Support Service’s fundraising strategy, including community events and initiatives.
• Organise and coordinate a range of fundraising activities such as sponsored walks, quizzes, pop-up events, etc.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with individual supporters and donors, fostering long-term involvement and repeat giving.
• Lead on grant applications, working closely with the Director of Services and Arts Development Coordinator.
• Manage the organisation’s online presence—website and social media—ensuring regular updates that inspire engagement and donations.
• Maintain accurate records of all fundraising activities and produce financial reports for funders, donors, and internal review.
• Keep abreast of updates from the Fundraising Regulator and other relevant bodies, advising the organisation accordingly.

Marketing and Communications

• Develop and execute a comprehensive marketing strategy to raise awareness of Sussex Support Service.
• Promote the organisation to older individuals, carers, local influencers, councils, and partner organisations.
• Oversee and update the organisation’s website, LinkedIn profile, and YouTube channel, ensuring engaging and current content.
• Expand and actively manage social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok), with consistent, engaging content and timely responses.
• Collaborate with staff and service users to gather stories, testimonials, images, and case studies that support fundraising and promotional efforts.
• Design and produce marketing materials in line with brand guidelines, including newsletters, leaflets, annual reports, and service brochures.
• Manage press relationships—draft press releases, respond to media requests, and seek awards or recognitions to increase visibility.
• Coordinate volunteer and staff appreciation events to foster community and engagement.
• Handle administrative duties related to the role, including correspondence, data management, and reporting.
• Ensure all activities comply with organisational policies, particularly safeguarding, confidentiality, equal opportunities, and health & safety.

Additional Notes

• The role may require occasional evening or weekend hours for events, with time off in lieu or flexible working arrangements.
• Regular travel within Sussex is necessary for engagement and event participation.
• The job description is subject to review and change in line with organisational needs.

Person Specification

Essential Experience & Knowledge

• Proven success in raising income from individuals and corporate partners.
• Experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating fundraising and marketing strategies.
• Skilled in managing websites and social media platforms for marketing and fundraising.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills with an eye for detail.
• Capable of creating engaging marketing and promotional materials.
• Knowledge of issues affecting older people is desirable.
• Experience within or understanding of the voluntary/community sector is advantageous.

Skills & Personal Attributes

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, engaging diverse audiences effectively.
• Strong relationship-building and networking abilities with influential stakeholders.
• Confident presenter capable of engaging small and large groups.
• Highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work efficiently.
• Resilient, adaptable, and willing to explore new ideas and approaches.
• Creative thinker with a proactive attitude towards new initiatives.
• Ability to work flexibly, responding to changing priorities while maintaining focus.
• A committed team player who embodies Sussex Support Service’s values and can motivate others.
• Able to travel independently across Sussex.

Fundraising Officer - Community & Corporate

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (flexible hybrid working, compressed hours considered)

We are looking for someone who enjoys connecting with people and making things happen.

This is your chance to take the lead on growing our community and corporate fundraising, helping us reach more young people with vital mental health support.

At Be Free Campaign, we are youth-led, passionate, and not afraid to do things differently. We work across schools, universities, and community settings to challenge stigma, build understanding, and create fairer mental health support, especially for young people in racialised and marginalised communities.

What you will be doing

You will be our go-to person for:

• Community fundraising - inspiring schools, local groups, and communities to get behind our cause through events, creative campaigns and appeals.
• Corporate partnerships - building meaningful relationships with businesses, securing sponsorships, employee fundraising, and sharing our life-saving work!

Day-to-day, that might include:

• Reaching out to potential partners and supporters.
• Meeting with local businesses, schools and communities.
• Helping a school plan their first charity day.
• Preparing a proposal for a corporate partner.
• Celebrating the amazing things our supporters achieve.

About you:

You do not need to tick every box, but we want to hear from you if you:

• Have fundraising or income generation experience. (Essential)
• Enjoy meeting new people and building genuine relationships. (Essential)
• Are organised and can manage different projects at once.
• Can spot opportunities and turn ideas into action.
• Care about improving young people’s mental health.

What we offer:

£30,000–£32,000 depending on experience.

Flexible hybrid working. We trust you to work in the way that gets the job done.

A small, friendly, values-driven team that will back your ideas.

Ongoing training, mentoring, and space to grow your skills.

We are serious about diversity and lived experience

We especially welcome applications from people from racialised or marginalised communities, and those with lived experience of mental health challenges. Please get in touch if you would like to discuss the role prior to an application.

WORKING WITH US

The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve.

We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve.

As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris.

To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the page.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking a highly organised administrator to support our Fundraising team.

In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the Harris Federation’s impactful fundraising efforts through vital administrative assistance. Working closely with the Head of Fundraising and Partnerships and other team members, you will help celebrate and acknowledge our donors by crafting thoughtful reports and heartfelt communications. Your contributions will ensure donors feel valued through timely updates, expressions of gratitude and meaningful engagement.

You will also establish and maintain an efficient system to manage our donation records, ensuring that every contribution is acknowledged and appreciated.

MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing administrative support to the Fundraising, Partnerships and Alumni department of the Harris Federation
• Supporting the Head of Fundraising and Partnerships and colleagues with donor reporting, including managing invoices, preparing thank-you communications, providing timely updates and sending reports to funders
• Maintaining an accurate database and systems to manage donation records, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality
• Coordinating and tracking fundraising activities, deadlines and events to support the smooth operation of campaigns
• Assisting with scheduling meetings, managing calendars and organising internal and external communications
• Supporting the preparation of fundraising proposals, presentations and other documentation as required
• Handling incoming enquiries related to fundraising and partnership activity professionally and promptly
• Contributing to the evaluation and continuous improvement of fundraising administration processes

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We would like to hear from you if you have:

• Qualifications to degree or equivalent
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Office (specifically Outlook, Excel and Word)
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to maintain accuracy to a high standard
• Excellent prioritisation skills and time management

For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.

APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION

If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation.

Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date.

When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. 

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OUR VISION & VALUES

Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed.

We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that’s why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Safeguarding Notice

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

Equal Opportunities

The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.

You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including:

• Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression
• Annual performance and loyalty bonus
• Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution
• 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts
• Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare
• Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice
• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
• Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts
• 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees
• Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans

For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.