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Fundraising Manager
28hrs/4 days a week - £39,000 pa pro rata (£48,750 full-time equivalent)
Reporting to: Head of Fundraising and Communications
Location: Wimbledon London SW19 with occasional UK travel. The office is just a few minutes’ walk from Wimbledon mainline and underground stations. (Hybrid option up to 2 day p/w working from home).
The Royal Medical Benevolent Fund has been helping doctors, medical students and their families through hardship for almost 190 years. We are looking for an experienced relationship fundraiser to take ownership of our growing mid-value donor programme and help shape the future of supporter engagement at the charity.
This is an opportunity to build meaningful relationships with committed supporters, develop innovative stewardship strategies and contribute to a fundraising programme that has a direct and lasting impact on the lives of doctors within the medical profession.
Joining a friendly and collaborative team, you'll enjoy a high degree of autonomy, excellent benefits including a 15% employer pension contribution, flexible working arrangements and genuine opportunities for professional development.
About the role
We are looking for an experienced senior fundraiser to join our small and friendly fundraising and communications team. The Fundraising Manager is primarily responsible for developing, managing and growing the charity's mid-value donor programme. The role will steward and upgrade a defined portfolio of supporters, delivering excellent supporter experiences that increase donor retention, engagement and income. In addition, the post holder will support on individual giving, legacy fundraising and developing and stewarding a small portfolio of corporate partnerships.
Join a well-established, financially secure charity where people genuinely enjoy working together to make a difference. We pride ourselves on our friendly, collaborative culture, where everyone's contribution is valued and supported. As an organisation, we are committed to helping our employees develop and grow.
About RMBF
The Royal Medical Benevolent Fund (RMBF) supports doctors, medical students, and their families, providing vital financial, practical, and emotional support when illness, disability, bereavement, or other life-changing circumstances create hardship. The RMBF helps hundreds of doctors each year, ensuring that those who have dedicated their lives to caring for others have somewhere to turn when they need help most.
For fundraisers, the RMBF is a fantastic cause to work for. We deliver tangible, life-changing assistance that enables beneficiaries to regain stability and, in many cases, return to medicine. We have a long history, a strong reputation, and deep roots within the medical community. We also have a loyal and engaged supporter base, with the majority of our donors coming from the profession.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and develop a portfolio of mid-value supporters, delivering tailored stewardship, personalised communications, meetings, events and digital engagement that demonstrate impact, strengthen relationships and enhance the supporter experience.
- Design and implement segmented donor journeys and cultivation strategies that move supporters from mass fundraising communications to more personalised engagement, identifying opportunities to increase giving through appeals and special funding opportunities.
- Use donor insight, data analysis and supporter behaviour to monitor engagement and retention, reducing attrition, increasing lifetime value, and identifying supporters with the potential to upgrade their giving and progress towards major donor status.
- Develop, manage, and grow a small portfolio of corporate supporters, identifying and securing new fundraising opportunities including sponsorship, employee fundraising, and cause-related marketing initiatives.
- Manage the legacy giving programme, overseeing legacy administration and delivering targeted marketing and stewardship activities to raise awareness, generate enquiries and encourage supporters to leave a gift in their Will.
- Ensure all fundraising activity complies with relevant legislation, data protection requirements, fundraising regulations and organisational policies.
- Maintain accurate supporter records and activity tracking within the CRM system.
Personal Specification
- A proven track record in fundraising
- Ability to think strategically to identify potential donors, prioritise efforts and develop effective fundraising strategies. This includes analysing data, assessing donor potential and adapting approaches based on feedback and results.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain donor relationships and understand donor motivations and interests.
- Excellent written skills with an ability to craft compelling and personalised proposals, with a meticulous attention to detail.
- Confident and comfortable making telephone calls and meeting donors in person as a key part of relationship building and stewardship.
- Strong collaborative skills as a team player, whilst also able to work autonomously initiating and driving tasks as a self-starter.
- Experience using CRM systems and supporter data to drive fundraising performance.
- An understanding of the challenges facing doctors and medical students, including mental health and workplace pressures would be desirable.
Additional Information
- Occasional UK travel maybe required for donor meetings, events and conferences.
- Occasional evening or weekend work may be required (time off in lieu provided)
Package
- The remuneration package includes:
- Generous pension scheme with 15% employer contributions and 5% employee contributions with salary sacrifice option
- Death in service benefit
- Flexible working arrangements
- 25 days paid holiday in first year, increasing in stages to 30.5 days after four years’ service, plus an additional 3 days paid leave between Christmas and New Year
- Employee assistance programme
- Dental insurance
Application Instructions
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter. The cover letter should clearly demonstrate your relevant experience and explain how you meet the personal specification outlined in the job description. Applications that do not include both documents may not be considered.
Interview Process
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a first-round online interview, scheduled for Wednesday 8th July. Successful candidates will progress to an in-person second-stage interview.
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter. The cover letter should clearly demonstrate your relevant experience and explain how you meet the personal specification outlined in the job description. Applications that do not include both documents may not be considered.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About The Clink Charity
The Clink Charity, founded in 2009, aims to prevent and reduce reoffending through training, reintegration, and support. We deliver hospitality and horticulture training behind the prison walls and in the community by creating an environment where our students are supported to gain the skills, confidence and qualifications they need to rebuild their lives.
Since that time, we have trained approximately 5,000 people in prison and delivered 2,600 City & Guilds qualifications in a variety of hospitality and food courses.
What makes The Clink so unique is our post-release support and mentoring programme that reintegrates an offender back into society through assistance with health and mental health issues, housing, employment, family connections and friendships.
The charity operates an award-winning fine-dining restaurant open to the public inside HMP Brixton, training kitchens in the prison estate, horticulture projects at HMP Send and HMP Erlestoke, a commercial bakery in Brixton, and a bespoke delivery service, Catered by Clink.
Additionally, Clink Events is our social enterprise catering business with food produced by the women in HMP Downview and also in an additional kitchen at Herne Hill and then served by alumni on front of house at some of the best venues in London including: the Guildhall, the Science Museum, Cutty Sark, Kew Gardens and the Camden Roundhouse. In 2025, across 239 events, The Clink fed 43,000 people.
More information can be found on our website and social media channels.
About The Role
Working pattern: Full time, 9am-5pm Monday-Friday, 3-4 days in the office, or on site at projects in prison or in the community.
Location: Our Head Office is in Herne Hill, SE24 London (7 min walk from Herne Hill station)
Our Head of Fundraising & Brand is a vital leadership role within The Clink Charity, responsible for securing the income, profile and partnerships needed to sustain and grow our life-changing work.
This is a broad and influential role, providing strategic leadership across fundraising, communications, marketing and brand. Working within our portfolio of prison and community-based projects, the postholder will help ensure that The Clink's impact is communicated in a compelling and consistent way to funders, supporters, partners and the wider public, while developing sustainable income streams to support our long-term ambitions.
Building on The Clink's strong reputation and proven impact, the Head of Fundraising & Brand will lead the development and delivery of a fundraising and communications strategy that extends beyond grants to encompass major donors, corporate partnerships, individual giving, events and other income opportunities. Through powerful storytelling, audience growth and brand development, they will increase awareness of our work, strengthen engagement with key stakeholders and create new opportunities for fundraising, partnerships and commercial income generation.
Working closely with the Chief Executive, Director of Finance & Resources and senior leadership team, the postholder will lead and develop a talented fundraising and marketing team, cultivate strategic relationships and identify new opportunities for growth and collaboration.
As The Clink continues to expand its reintegration, training and employment programmes, this role will play a central part in securing the resources needed to support that growth, strengthen our brand and increase engagement with our mission to reduce reoffending.
If you are a strategic and ambitious fundraising leader with a track record of generating income, building partnerships and inspiring teams, and are passionate about creating meaningful social change, we would love to hear from you.
A Little About You
You could be a great fit for our Head of Fundraising & Brand role if you are an ambitious and strategic leader with experience of developing fundraising strategies, growing income and building organisational profile. Perhaps you've led fundraising within a charity, developed successful partnerships, secured major grants, or overseen marketing and communications activity that has strengthened a brand, increased audience engagement and generated growth in income through fundraising, commercial activity or the sale of products and services.
You may have built your career in fundraising, communications, marketing or business development, but you'll have a strong understanding of how these disciplines work together to generate support, attract funding, grow audiences and drive sustainable income. You'll be comfortable developing strategy, building relationships and translating organisational impact into compelling stories that inspire funders, partners, customers and supporters.
We welcome applications from experienced professionals who are ready to lead a talented team, shape the future direction of fundraising and brand development at The Clink Charity, and play a key role in our continued growth. Most importantly, you'll be passionate about our mission and motivated by the opportunity to transform lives, reduce reoffending and create second chances
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising and Income Generation
· Develop and deliver a multi-stream fundraising strategy that supports The Clink Charity's growth and long-term sustainability.
· Use brand identity to drive sales.
· Lead income generation activity across trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, individual giving, events and other fundraising streams.
· Use communications to create income from marketing of our commercial products and services e.g. bakery, restaurant, café, events.
· Build and manage a strong fundraising pipeline, identifying and securing new funding opportunities and strategic partnerships
· Monitor fundraising performance, ensuring targets are achieved and opportunities and risks are proactively managed.
Brand, Marketing and Communications
· Lead the development and delivery of a compelling brand and communications strategy.
· Ensure The Clink's impact, mission and outcomes are communicated effectively to supporters, funders, partners and the wider public.
· Oversee marketing campaigns, digital engagement and communications activity that strengthen the charity's profile and support income generation.
· Champion a consistent and impactful organisational brand across all channels.
Leadership and Team Development
· Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing fundraising, marketing and communications team.
· Create a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
· Support the development of fundraising and marketing capability across the wider organisation.
Strategic Leadership
· Contribute to the strategic direction and future development of The Clink Charity.
· Work closely with colleagues across operational and support functions to align fundraising and brand activity with organisational priorities.
· Represent the charity externally with funders, partners, supporters and other key stakeholders.
· Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations, best practice and organisational policies.
Person Specification
Essential
· Significant experience in fundraising, income generation and fundraising strategy development.
· A proven track record of delivering sustainable income growth across multiple fundraising streams.
· Experience of developing and implementing successful fundraising plans, campaigns and income-generation initiatives.
· Experience of leading or overseeing brand, marketing and communications activity, including the development of organisational messaging and audience engagement strategies
· Strong understanding of how fundraising, brand, marketing and communications can work together to increase income, profile and supporter engagement.
· Experience of leading, motivating and developing high-performing teams.
· Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and inspire a wide range of audiences.
· Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop compelling cases for support and communicate organisational impact effectively.
· Strong planning, organisational and project management skills.
· Experience of using data, insight and performance metrics to inform decision-making and drive improvement.
· A commitment to the mission, values and objectives of The Clink Charity.
Desirable
· Experience within the charity, social enterprise or not-for-profit sector
· Experience of working with senior leadership teams, trustees or boards.
· Experience of corporate partnership development, major donor fundraising or philanthropy.
· Experience of managing digital marketing, audience development or supporter engagement activity.
· Understanding of rehabilitation, employability, education or the criminal justice sector.
· Membership of a relevant professional body such as the Chartered Institute of Fundraising or the Chartered Institute of Marketing.
Personal Attributes
· Demonstrable belief in The Clink’s mission and passion for our work.
· High levels of self-awareness, humility and flexibility, as well as an open and collaborative leadership style.
· Personal integrity, kindness, warmth and sound judgement.
· Good communicator: orally and in writing.
· Proactive, adaptable and can use initiative and find solutions to problems.
· Positive, entrepreneurial, energising and adopts a “can do” mentality.
· Values driven and promotes inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility (IDEA).
Reporting Lines & Management Expectations
You will report to our Director of Finance and Resources and will initially have two team members reporting to you.
General clink charity information
All staff are expected to:
· Comply with all current legislation
· Comply with all prison operational policies
· Comply with The Clink Staff Handbook
· Undertake such other duties within the scope of the post as may be requested by your Manager
Benefits:
28 days holiday plus bank holiday
Company pension scheme
Free meal on duty at Head Office or in the Restaurant
HOW TO APPLY
If you would like to apply for this post, please send your CV and a supporting statement (maximum 2 sides of A4) to Lizann Barnwell (HR Consultant) via this job site.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged. The closing date is Monday 22nd June, 9am.
In your supporting statement you should ensure that you try to address the desirable criteria set out in the person specification for the role. Make sure you give evidence which shows how you meet the criteria, not just telling us that you did it.
Interviews will be arranged on a rolling basis for this role, so early applications are encouraged. The deadline for applications is Monday 22nd June 2026, 9am.
We do not send individual acknowledgment of applications due to the high volume we receive, and we will only contact candidates who are shortlisted for an interview. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, your application has not been successful on this occasion.
If you would like an informal chat about this role, we can offer a call with a member of The Clink Team. Even if you feel you do not meet some of the criteria listed above, we would still welcome applications from passionate candidates who are keen to make a difference.
Appointment Process
Applicants who have demonstrated that they meet the desirable criteria set out in the person specification will be contacted and interviews arranged on a rolling basis.
Interview
If you are shortlisted for interview, you will be invited to a selection process. A panel of two or more, including the recruiting manager conducts all interviews. If there are any special arrangements associated with the selection process e.g. tests or presentations, you will be informed accordingly.
Interview Outcome
If you are invited to attend an interview, you will be informed either verbally or in writing of the outcome. The successful candidate will have the decision confirmed in writing as an offer of employment. Unsuccessful candidates will be offered the opportunity for feedback.
Associate Director of Fundraising and Communications
Are you a commercially minded leader and inspiring people manager? Are you at a professional level where you’re ready to deliver a step-change for a leading and major Welsh cancer charity?
We’re looking for an Associate Director of Fundraising and Communications who is primed to play a major role as the driving force behind a new era of income growth and brand influence in the Third Sector.
Working 35 hours per week in a hybrid role you can work effectively from home with a willingness to regularly network across Wales and attend Cardiff City Centre Head Office as the nature of the role requires.
The Role
You’re a people focused leader with a passion for driving transformation to spearhead our income growth and elevate our brand. This is a high impact, critical and senior leadership role where you’ll have direct responsibility for financial performance and leading integrated functions to ensure no opportunity for impact is missed.
You’ll balance high-level strategic leadership with a hands-on approach to delivery. From identifying and converting high-value corporate partnerships to leading a multi-disciplinary team across fundraising and marketing, your work will directly fund essential cancer services across Wales. You’ll use data-driven insights to sharpen our performance and generate income to make a difference to our communities across Wales.
Reporting into the Director of Income Generation, Marketing and Communication, you’ll take ownership of a significant portfolio. Your mission is clear: transition our fundraising into a more commercially focused, insight-driven operation—with a specific mandate to build a powerhouse corporate and high-value income stream.
We welcome informal and confidential candidate conversations about the role before the 30th June closing date. Candidates will need to be available for an in-person interview at our Cardiff Head Office on the 14th July.
Please take a look at the Recruitment Pack by clicking on Apply or on our website when considering your application. Your application should demonstrate your motivation for the Associate Director of Fundraising and Communications role and how your skills and experience are a great match for the role and how you align with our values.
Key Responsibilities and What You’ll Bring
- Strategic & Proven Growth: You’ll lead the development of integrated fundraising and comms strategies that don't just "hit targets" but deliver measurable, sustainable growth. You’ve a demonstrable track record of delivering significant income, with expertise in corporate or high-value fundraising.
- Empowering & Senior Leadership: You’ll manage and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and clear accountability. You’ve experience operating at a senior level with clear accountability for budgets, forecasts, and ROI.
- Corporate Powerhouse & Integrated Strategy: You’ll build and convert a high-quality pipeline of corporate partnerships capable of generating consistent five and six-figure streams. You’ve a background in leading combined fundraising, marketing, and communications functions within complex environments.
- Brand Amplification & Sector Experience: You’ll ensure our marketing and communications are strategically aligned to support income generation and strengthen our reach and impact across Welsh communities. You’ve ideally a deep understanding of the Third Sector and the Welsh political landscape, specifically regarding how cancer services are funded and delivered.
- Performance, Insight & Team Development: You’ll move beyond gut feeling using data and market intelligence to drive ROI, manage robust forecasts. Reporting directly to the Director of Income Generation, Marketing & Communications you’ve a natural ability to lead and nurture high-performing, agile teams who share and live out our values through behaviour.
What You’ll Need to Succeed
- Proven Track Record: You’ve delivered significant income growth, specifically within corporate or high-value fundraising environments.
- Senior Gravitas & Influencing Power: You’ve experience operating at a senior level with full accountability for financial performance and budgets. You demonstrate highly developed skills to build credibility and influence at a senior/Board level.
- Commercial Sharpness: You can spot an opportunity, build the case, and close the deal with the ability to spot and convert income opportunities at pace.
- Strategic Integration & Data-Driven: You’re experienced in leading multi-disciplinary teams across fundraising, marketing, and communications and proficient in using insight and data to drive decision-making
- Welsh Context: A gained understanding of the Welsh political landscape and how cancer services are funded/delivered in Wales.
- Communication & Values: You’re a confident, engaging communicator for diverse audiences. You share our values and role model them through your behaviour as a compass in how you and your team work.
At Tenovus Cancer Care we’re guided in all that we do by our core values. These are: Collaborative, Integrity, Innovative, Respectful and Inclusive. We’re dedicated to making our workplace diverse and inclusive where everyone feels they belong and can be their authentic selves at work. This means that whatever your background you’ll have an equal opportunity with us.
We can’t wait to receive your application! We’d love you to find out more about our staff benefits , about us and what it’s like to work with us.
Applying is easy, just click the ‘Apply Now’ button at the top of the page and follow the online process on the Tenovus Cancer Care website. If you’d like any help with your application or to discuss any adjustments you may need please contact our People Team.
We are here for everyone affected by cancer We offer information, advice and specialist support to everyone who needs it.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Since the role was first established in 2024, digital marketing has become an integral part of how we engage and connect with our audiences, and we are now looking for someone to build on this strong foundation and continue driving our growing digital presence forward to achieve our organisational objectives.
As the Digital Marketing Manager, this role will be responsible all marketing and communications activity for The Lullaby Trust.
The post holder will lead a team to deliver all digital marketing activity and focus on continually developing our digital marketing and digital brand presence to achieve our organisational objectives.
This role will cultivate cohesive working relationships across their team and across the
organisation to ensure that all digital marketing and traditional marketing activity supports the overall organisational strategy and all other departments' objectives.
The main functions of this role will be
1. Team leadership
2. Leading all organisational marketing and the digital marketing strategy
If you are enthusiastic and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we encourage you to apply.
Please read the attached job pack carefully before completing your application. It contains important information about the role, responsibilities and person specification. We are looking for genuine, individual responses that reflect your own skills, experience and approach. Please note that the use of AI-generated application content may be screened as part of the recruitment process. Applications should be your own work and demonstrate your personal suitability for the role.
Safer sleep for babies, Support for families
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
JOB TITLE:
Fundraising & Partnerships Manager
RESPONSIBLE TO:
Director of Fundraising
LOCATION:
Home based
DURATION:
30-35 Hours Per Week - Permanent
SALARY/GRADE:
Grade 6.4 (£36,043) PA FTE
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
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Fundraising Team
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Nation Directors
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Public Affairs and Communications Team
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Membership Team
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Donors, Volunteers and families
ABOUT YOU
You will have proven experience in fundraising, business development, or partnership management, with a track record of generating income and building strong external relationships. Ideally, you will have experience developing fundraising plans, pipelines, or income streams from an early stage, and will be comfortable working in an environment where processes, opportunities, and supporter journeys are still evolving.
You will be confident identifying and pursuing new opportunities, developing compelling proposals and cases for support, and managing relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including corporate partners, community fundraisers, volunteers, and individual supporters.
We are looking for someone who is proactive, self-motivated, and creative, with strong communication and relationship-building skills. You should be comfortable working independently while also collaborating effectively with colleagues across fundraising, marketing, and operational teams.
Most importantly, you will be motivated by the opportunity to help grow sustainable income that supports children, young people, and families across the UK.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
We are looking for a confident, ambitious, and entrepreneurial Fundraising Manager to help grow sustainable income for Adoption UK by building and developing strong relationships with corporate partners, supporters, volunteers, and local communities.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys creating fundraising plans from the ground up, developing new partnerships, and turning ideas into sustainable income. The role is ideally suited to someone who thrives in a developing fundraising environment and is motivated by the opportunity to shape and grow underdeveloped income streams into long-term success.
This is an opportunity to help shape the development of a strategic and sustainable approach to fundraising, while continuing to deliver hands-on income across a diverse portfolio.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Supported by the Director of Fundraising, take ownership of developing, delivering and monitoring fundraising events and activities in line with our fundraising strategy.
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Lead on key income streams to maximise net income and develop sustainable income streams for short, medium and long-term growth.
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Monitor and evaluate progress against plans using management information and budgets to produce reports and forecasts as required
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Deliver effective supporter journeys to improve supporter experience, retention, and long-term engagement.
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Work alongside the Director of Fundraising to develop and implement processes and policies.
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Grow and diversify income across corporate partnerships, community fundraising, events, individual giving and digital activity.
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Develop compelling proposals and pitches for corporate partners, clearly articulating social value, impact and return on investment.
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Build and manage a strong corporate prospect pipeline using research, data and structured follow-up to convert opportunities. Identify opportunities to sponsor projects and activities.
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Collaborate with marketing colleagues to develop assets and digital campaigns to support fundraising appeals and events.
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Work with all Adoption UK teams to support local fundraising activities in each of the four nations including membership and community teams.
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To ensure good working practices in line with Equality and Diversity policies and a pro-active approach is taken to equality, diversity and inclusion issues.
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In compliance with the Code of Conduct, demonstrate high standards of personal conduct, courtesy and integrity.
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Ensure full compliance with Adoption UK’s Safeguarding policies and procedures, reporting concerns in line with internal policies.
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Any other duty as required by the line manager commensurate with the post.
Person Specification criteria
Knowledge And Experience
- Experience of a fundraising, marketing, or event management role (E)
- Experience of delivering multiple projects on time and to budget (E)
- Ability to devise operational plans and deliver them effectively, and proven experience of planning and managing income generating activities and events (E)
Qualificationsand Education
- Professional fundraising qualifications (D)
- Marketing qualifications (D)
- Event Management qualifications (D)
- CIOF Diploma in Fundraising Management/equivalent professional experience/membership of CIOF (D)
Skills and Abilities
- Delivers high quality work with minimal supervision and direction (E)
- Able to demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, be competent with Microsoft Office (E)
- Ability to assimilate and analyze financial and statistical information, including budget monitoring, management, and financial control (E)
- An exceptional administrator and coordinator with excellent organisation and writing skills (E)
- Communicate, engage and secure positive external relationships with stakeholders and supporters (E)
- Has the capacity to deal with complex issues and is good at problem solving (D)
- Self-starter, used to working to deadlines and delivering against KPIs (E)
- Able to work communicate and engage with internal senior stakeholders effectively (E)
Accountability
- Developing fundraising opportunities (E)
- Event administration (D)
- Stewardship and relationship management (E)
- Contribute to departmental strategic goals, in liaison with the Director of Fundraising (E)
Behaviours
- Takes pride in Adoption UK and promotes its values and mission in all interactions with external stakeholders.
- Demonstrates commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of role at all times.
- Contributes to an open and honest culture
- Encourages challenge and creativity, transparency and consistency.
- Leads by example.
- Offers outstanding service to members.
- Promotes cross functional team working, sharing skills and knowledge
- Communicates clearly, seeking clarity when unclear and valuing the opinion of others.
- Valuing the opinion of other. Treating colleagues and other stakeholders with respect.
- Takes pride in own development, committed to achieving high standards and agreed objectives.
Adoption UK is the leading charity for adopted and care experienced people and adoptive families.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About GSG Impact
GSG Impact is a global network of National Partners working to build impact economies that mobilise capital for measurable social and environmental impact. Through its network spanning more than 48 countries, GSG Impact works with governments, investors, regulators, development finance institutions, and ecosystem actors to strengthen the enabling conditions for impact-oriented economies, where capital flows to create positive social and environmental outcomes.
Position Summary
The Head of Fundraising will lead GSG Impact’s fundraising function at a critical stage of organisational growth and income diversification. The role is responsible for delivering GSG Impact's fundraising strategy, supporting the achievement of annual income targets of approximately £3 million per year, converting strategic priorities into fundable propositions, and building the systems, processes, relationships, and team capabilities required to secure sustainable long-term funding.
Working closely with the Chief of Engagement and Strategic Partnerships, senior leadership, fundraising team, Trustees, and National Partners, the Head of Fundraising will oversee the development of a diversified funding portfolio and will be responsible for building and managing a robust fundraising pipeline, strengthening donor stewardship, improving cost recovery, and ensuring fundraising activity is aligned with organisational priorities and financial sustainability goals.
This role requires a proactive fundraiser who can originate opportunities, open senior relationships, develop compelling narratives, lead complex proposal processes, and create a culture of shared fundraising responsibility across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Business development, Prospecting and Pipeline Conversion
Build and maintain a prioritized list of top institutional, philanthropic, bilateral, multilateral, DFI, corporate, and family-office, and high-net-worth prospects aligned with GSG Impact's strategic priorities.
Proactively identify, research, qualify, and cultivate new prospects, with a particular focus on funders aligned with impact economies, domestic capital mobilisation, climate adaptation and resilience, impact transparency, policy reform, investment vehicles, and emerging markets.
Develop and manage a rolling pipeline of high-quality funding opportunities, moving prospects from initial identification through cultivation, concept development, proposal submission, negotiation, and grant close in collaboration with programme staff and National Partners.
Translate GSG Impact’s strategy into compelling fundable propositions, including unrestricted/core support, restricted programme grants, regional funding, National Partner support, and special initiatives.
Personally lead the development and conversion of the highest-value opportunities, especially prospects requiring senior-level cultivation.
Identify and develop new revenue opportunities, strategic partnerships, and funding models that support GSG Impact's long-term sustainability and income diversification
Proposal Development and Grant Acquisition
Lead the development of high-quality funding proposals, concept notes, and donor engagement materials.
Ensure strategic alignment of all proposals with organisational priorities and donor interests.
Ensure all proposal budgets meet or exceed GSG Impact's cost-recovery targets
Set and ensure implementation of standards for proposal quality, narrative framing, and budget methodology across the fundraising team
Donor Management and Stewardship
Support the Chief of Engagement and Partnerships with relationship management of GSG Impact's most significant donors and strategic prospects
Lead the annual stewardship strategy, ensuring renewal and growth of key funding relationships
Oversee narrative and financial reporting, ensuring high quality, consistency, and timeliness
Functional Leadership
Manage the fundraising team, providing coaching, oversight, performance management, and professional development
Ensure compliance with Fundraising Regulator, GDPR, and relevant UK legislation
In collaboration with colleagues across the organisation monitor and update the information in CRM for fundraising contacts and other relevant information.
Implement strong financial tracking, reporting, and forecasting processes
Foster a culture of fundraising responsibility across GSG Impact teams
Innovation & Growth
Identify new funding opportunities and diversify income streams
Explore digital fundraising and emerging trends
Drive continuous improvement in fundraising performance, effectiveness and operational excellence.
External Representation
The Head of Fundraising plays a key role in relationship management with GSG Impact's most significant funders and prospects. They represent the organization at key sector events and convenings as delegated by the Chief of Engagement and Partnerships.
Qualifications
Demonstrable track record of originating new donor relationships and converting them into six- or seven-figure grants.
Experience in building prospect pipelines from a limited starting base.
Strong understanding of institutional philanthropy, bilateral and multilateral funding, DFIs, and/or impact investing funders.
Proven ability to develop fundable propositions from complex, technical, organisational strategies, including on policy, systems-change, market-building, or ecosystem-development initiatives
Experience working directly with CEOs, Boards, Trustees, or senior principals on donor cultivation.
Strong commercial discipline: pipeline management, probability weighting, forecasting, and cost recovery.
Ability to write or lead the development of high-quality proposals under tight timelines.
Competencies
Alignment with GSG Impact mission and values
Proven fundraising track record in international development, impact investment, philanthropy or social sector
Strategic thinking and fundraising planning
Senior donor relationship management
Team leadership and coaching
Strong written communication and proposal development
Budget and cost-recovery literacy
Collaborative working style
How to apply
Please send your CV and a covering letter of no more than two pages outlining how your skills and experience meet the essential criteria for this role.
The deadline for applications is 5pm on 22 June 2026.
We are committed to equality and diversity of opportunity and positively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. All applicants will also be asked to complete a short equality and diversity monitoring form, which is held separately from your application and plays no part in shortlisting decisions.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
HCCN supports adults across Huntingdonshire to live well with cancer, helping people regain independence, confidence and connection. We’re a small, warm and community‑rooted charity, and we’re looking for a relationship‑driven, proactive Fundraising Manager to help us grow our impact. If you love building relationships, enjoy variety, and want your work to make a visible difference every day, this could be the perfect role for you.
About the role
As our Fundraising Manager, you’ll be the charity’s dedicated income lead. You’ll develop and deliver a sustainable fundraising programme that reflects the compassion and community spirit at the heart of HCCN.
You’ll work closely with our Operations Manager, trustees, volunteers, employees, supporters and partners to:
·Grow income across community fundraising, events, corporate partnerships, individual giving and legacy giving
·Build strong relationships across the local community
·Represent HCCN warmly and professionally at events and activities
This is a hands‑on, varied and rewarding role where you’ll see the impact of your work every single day.
Key responsibilities
·Develop and deliver an annual fundraising plan and budget
·Identify new opportunities with individuals, businesses, community groups and trusts
·Create engaging campaigns, appeals and supporter journeys
·Grow and steward a strong donor and partner pipeline
·Lead a sensitive, low‑pressure legacy giving presence
·Support volunteers and community fundraisers
·Plan and deliver safe, cost‑effective fundraising events
·Build mutually beneficial corporate partnerships
·Support a trustee, researching and writing high‑quality grant applications
·Maintain accurate data, reporting and GDPR compliance
About you
We’re looking for someone who is:
·A natural relationship‑builder who loves connecting with people
·Warm, empathetic and aligned with HCCN’s values
·Creative, proactive and full of ideas
·Highly organised with strong attention to detail
·Confident representing our charity publicly
·Comfortable working independently and as part of a small team
·Passionate about improving the lives of adults living with cancer
You’ll bring:
·Fundraising experience (community, events, individual giving or corporates)
·Experience managing events end‑to‑end
·A track record of meeting or exceeding targets
·Experience working with volunteers
·Strong written and verbal communication skills
·Confident use of Microsoft Office, Google Apps and databases
·A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across Huntingdonshire
Desirable experience includes: grant writing, legacy fundraising, digital fundraising, marketing/comms and working in a health or community‑based charity.
Why join HCCN?
·A small, friendly and supportive team
·A role where relationships truly matter
·Visible, meaningful impact on local people’s lives
·The chance to shape the future of a growing charity
This role is hybrid. The successful applicant will be home based with local travel as required to support fundraising activity, with occasional evening and weekend working in the Huntingdon area.
The time commitment is 40 hours per week. We offer pension benefits and paid holidays.
You must live within easy reach of Huntingdon and be able to drive with your own vehicle.
The ideal person will be friendly, proactive, enthusiastic, and have great attention to detail. With opportunities for professional development and a supportive and friendly team environment, this position offers a chance to make a real difference.
To find out more about the role and how to apply please read our job description.
Our values, at HCCN:
- We are committed to evidence‑based practice
- We value compassion, dignity and respect
- We use our resources responsibly to benefit people affected by cancer
- We listen to understand the needs of the people we support
- We work in partnership with healthcare professionals
HCCN is a charity supporting people across Huntingdonshire living with or beyond a cancer diagnosis - living your best life despite cancer
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Drive our funding and champion our mission through content and campaigns. Help us build a future where no one in Milton Keynes has to remain homeless - be the turning point in someone's story.
The Shelter MK is looking for a dynamic fundraiser and creative communicator to drive income growth, strengthen our brand, and build powerful partnerships that change lives.
We’re open to one full‑time role or two part‑time specialists with experience and proven success in one or both specialisms.
What you’ll do
- Lead fundraising across corporate, trusts and community income
- Build long‑term partnerships and a strong Trusts & Foundations pipeline
- Deliver impactful digital comms and compelling stories (internal and external)
- Grow our profile, influence local housing systems, and support advocacy
- Use data and insight to strengthen campaigns and cases for support
What you’ll bring
- Proven fundraising and/or communications experience
- We’re looking for people who are:
- Experienced in fundraising (corporate, trusts, or community for a minimum of 2 years) and/or
- Skilled in marketing and communications
- Excellent writers and storytellers
- Confident relationship‑builders who can engage partners at all levels
- Comfortable using data to inform decisions and provide detailed progress reports
- Organised, focused, and able to manage multiple projects
- Passionate about preventing homelessness and supporting vulnerable people
- Experience in housing or homelessness is a bonus, not a requirement.
Why join us
- A supportive, values‑driven team based in the same office
- Flexible working and openness to job‑share
- A role where your work has real, visible impact
- Variety! As a small team we help each other so you could get involved in lots of new things
Apply with your CV and a short cover letter, telling us what you bring and whether you’re interested in the full‑time role or a part‑time specialist position — and your preferred hours.
Unfortunately, we cannot provide visa sponsorship. We welcome applications from candidates who already have the legal right to work in the UK.
We believe everyone deserves a place to call home, even when life takes an unexpected turn ... a safe space for people and their beloved dogs.
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We are looking for an experienced corporate fundraiser to help maximise charitable income to The Christie Charity by developing the corporate fundraising portfolio and securing corporate support and sponsorship from new and existing business contacts.
This is an exciting time to join The Christie charity as we embark on a period of transformational growth with the launch of key capital appeals enabling us to see a real step change in our income. We are looking for dynamic individuals to join our successful fundraising team at this exciting time.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
0.5 FTE – 18.75 hours per week (flexible working)
Salary: £30,000-£32,000 FTE depending on experience
Location: Hybrid working with one regular day or half-day per week in Abingdon/Oxfordshire, alongside home working and regular external meetings
About Quest for Learning
Quest for Learning is an education charity working to close the gap for primary school children in Oxfordshire who are falling behind due to disadvantage.
We work closely with schools to deliver targeted, evidence-led literacy and numeracy programmes that help children build the skills, confidence and foundations they need to thrive. Many of the children we support are growing up in poverty, facing barriers linked to low family literacy, unmet additional needs, unstable home circumstances, or limited access to wider opportunities.
Our programmes are delivered by experienced professional tutors and are built around structured interventions, strong school partnerships and measurable outcomes. On average, pupils supported through our small-group tutoring make around 13 months of progress in just 10 hours of support.
Quest for Learning is entering an important new stage of development. Following a period of organisational growth and strategic transition, we are investing in building a stronger and more sustainable fundraising function that can deepen our impact and reach more children across Oxfordshire.
This is an opportunity to help shape that next stage.
Why join us?
This is a rare opportunity to join a small but ambitious charity at an exciting stage of development.
You’ll have:
- Real ownership and autonomy within your role
- The opportunity to help shape and grow a developing fundraising function
- Close working relationships with the CEO and leadership team
- Flexibility and hybrid working arrangements
- The chance to build meaningful partnerships across Oxfordshire
- Opportunities for progression as the organisation grows
We are intentionally investing in fundraising, partnerships and long-term sustainability, and this role offers the opportunity to help build strong relationships and community support around an ambitious, evidence-led charity with significant future potential.
We are a collaborative, supportive and purpose-driven team that values initiative, professionalism, creativity and compassion.
Role purpose
We are seeking an energetic, proactive and relationship-focused fundraiser to help grow Quest for Learning’s community, corporate and partnership fundraising activity.
This role will focus primarily on building relationships and developing opportunities with local businesses, community organisations, schools, supporters and wider networks across Oxfordshire.
We are looking for someone who enjoys meeting people, building partnerships and creating opportunities through strong communication and relationship management. The successful candidate will help raise the profile of Quest for Learning, strengthen supporter engagement and contribute to a more diverse and sustainable income base.
This is a role for someone who is motivated by people, partnerships and meaningful social impact.
Alongside this role, Quest for Learning is also recruiting for a trusts and grants fundraising role. We are open-minded about how responsibilities are ultimately structured and welcome applications from candidates with a range of backgrounds, experiences and strengths.
You will work closely with the CEO, programme staff and trustees, with access to strong impact data, established programmes and a compelling case for support.
Key responsibilities
Community and partnership fundraising
- Build and develop relationships with local businesses, community groups and supporters
- Identify and develop opportunities for corporate partnerships, sponsorship and community fundraising
- Represent Quest for Learning at meetings, networking events and community activities
- Develop and maintain relationships with local organisations including schools, Rotary clubs, WIs, businesses and civic groups
- Support the development of fundraising campaigns, partnership opportunities and supporter initiatives
- Help grow Quest for Learning’s visibility and supporter network across Oxfordshire
- Work with the CEO and trustees to identify and cultivate new opportunities and introductions
Supporter engagement and stewardship
- Build positive and professional relationships with supporters and partners
- Ensure strong communication and stewardship with supporters
- Help supporters and organisations engage meaningfully with Quest for Learning’s mission and impact
- Support the development of compelling fundraising messaging and supporter communications
- Gather and share stories, outcomes and examples of impact with supporters and partners
Organisational contribution
- Contribute to the ongoing development of Quest for Learning’s fundraising function and systems
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation
- Represent Quest for Learning professionally and passionately to external audiences
- Contribute ideas and insight to support organisational growth and sustainability
- Maintain accurate records of partnerships, communications and activity within Beacon CRM
Person specification
We recognise that strong fundraisers and partnership-builders do not always come from traditional charity fundraising backgrounds. If you have transferable skills and experience in areas such as partnerships, account management, business development, communications, education, customer relationships, sales, marketing or community engagement - and are excited by our mission - we would strongly encourage you to apply.
Essential
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Confidence building relationships with a wide range of people and organisations
- Ability to work independently and proactively
- Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Strong written communication skills
- Confidence representing an organisation externally
- Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and persuasively
- Commitment to the mission and values of Quest for Learning
- Experience in relationship-building, partnerships, stakeholder engagement or supporter-facing work
Desirable
- Experience in fundraising, partnerships or business development
- Experience within education, children’s services or related sectors
- Knowledge of the Oxfordshire community or business landscape
- Experience working within a small charity or growing organisation
- Experience supporting events, campaigns or community engagement activity
- Experience using Beacon CRM or similar systems
What success in this role looks like
Successful performance in this role is likely to include:
- Building strong and sustainable community and corporate relationships
- Increasing Quest for Learning’s visibility and supporter engagement
- Developing new partnership and fundraising opportunities
- Growing unrestricted and partnership-based income
- Strengthening supporter stewardship and community presence
- Contributing to the growth and professionalisation of Quest for Learning’s fundraising function
As Quest for Learning grows, we expect this role to develop too, with opportunities to shape strategy and take on increasing responsibility over time.
Who thrives at Quest for Learning
People who tend to thrive at Quest for Learning are:
- proactive and solutions-focused
- motivated by meaningful impact
- comfortable working independently while collaborating closely with others
- excited by helping build and improve systems and processes
- confident building relationships and engaging with people
- adaptable, thoughtful and motivated to grow professionally alongside the organisation
Working arrangements
- 0.5 FTE with flexible working arrangements
- Hybrid role combining home working with one regular day or half-day per week in Abingdon/Oxfordshire
- Regular travel across Oxfordshire for meetings and events
- Flexible working patterns can be discussed
Benefits
- Flexible and hybrid working
- Pension contribution
- TOIL policy
- Supportive and collaborative working culture
- Professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to help shape a growing fundraising function within an ambitious charity
Application process
To apply, please submit:
- your CV
- and a short statement (maximum one page) explaining:
- why you are interested in the role
- and how your skills and experience relate to the role
We encourage applications from candidates with both traditional and non-traditional fundraising backgrounds.
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Chris Higgins, CEO
Closing date: midday, Tuesday 30 June
Interviews: week commencing 6 or 13 July
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
QuarterFive are delighted to be supporting STEM Learning, a leading educational charity that believes every young person deserves access to high-quality education and career support, regardless of their background.
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, and as a member of the Senior Management Team, you will lead the organisation's fundraising strategy and team to secure significant, multi-year income from major donors, trusts and foundations and corporates. You’ll be responsible for expanding their funding base, deepening key relationships, and ensuring the organisation has the partnerships and resources to achieve its mission.
Fundraising has developed rapidly in recent years, with investment, board-level commitment and a growing team driving success. With strong foundations in place and a portfolio of high-value partnerships, there is an exciting opportunity to scale their strategic influence and deepen their impact.
We’re looking for a relationship-driven leader who will take an entrepreneurial approach to identifying opportunities for new funds and develop long-term, high-impact partnerships.
This is a hybrid but mostly home-based role, with monthly team meetings and occasional overnight stays at the N.England headquarters, and fortnightly attendance at the London office. All travel costs covered.
As Head of Fundraising, you will:
- Lead on fundraising strategy with major donors, trusts and foundations and corporates, focusing on driving new funder engagement and developing long-term, high-impact partnerships
- Secure high-value, multi-year funding partnerships with major donors, trusts and foundations and corporates, achieving six-figure and above income targets
- Manage, develop and inspire a team of five, fostering a proactive, collaborative, innovative and high-performing culture
- Build and maintain a strong, diversified pipeline of new and repeat funders aligned to organisational priorities and ethical fundraising principles
- Engage senior stakeholders including the CEO, Chair, Trustees and senior partners to unlock networks and open opportunities
- Work closely with programme and delivery teams to create compelling funding propositions and ensure excellent stewardship and impactful reporting
- Represent the organisation at senior-level networking events, conferences and sector forums, influencing decision-makers and strengthening brand positioning
Essential skills and experience:
- Success in securing and growing income from a range of sources, including HNWIs and trusts and foundations — delivering six-figure and multi-year partnerships
- Skilled relationship builder with experience developing and stewarding complex, multifaceted partnerships that deliver mutual value and long-term impact
- Strong managerial skills to empower teams and support their professional development and enjoyment in their role
- Strategic business developer with the ability to build and maintain a strong pipeline of funding opportunities, identifying, cultivating, and converting prospects to meet fundraising targets
- Entrepreneurial and proactive, with a strong sense of ownership and the confidence to identify, shape, and present compelling cases for support
- Collaborative and influential, experienced in working across matrix structures and with remote or cross-functional teams to achieve shared goals, ensuring alignment and effective delivery
- Highly skilled communicator, comfortable presenting to diverse audiences and tailoring messages to inspire and engage at all levels
- Strong networker, eager to represent the organisation at events and conferences, identifying new opportunities, and staying informed on market trends and developments in the philanthropic and corporate partnership landscape
Desirable, but not essential:
- An understanding and general knowledge of the education landscape in the UK
- Experience of establishing or maintaining a Fellowship programme
Employee benefits include:
- 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Up to 15% employer pension contributions
- Private health care via Benenden Health plus Healthcare Cash Plan and Dental Plan
- Annual salary review
- Electric Car Benefit Scheme
In the first instance, application by CV only and answering the two screening questions.
It is not necessary to provide a cover letter at this stage. If you have any questions or wish for us to be aware of anything relating to the working arrangements or contract, please add to the notes section.
Suitable applicants will be invited to a briefing call where we will discuss your relevant experience and we will share a detailed brief from STEM Learning's CEO. Full support with formal application will be provided.
Please note that it may not be possible for us to reply to all applicants.
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Do you want to be part of the team at a charity which has a 135-year history of combating the challenges arising from deprivation and social exclusion in East London?
Our mission at St. Hilda’s East is to equip our service users with the resilience to navigate modern life. We welcome everyone into our spaces and work together to deliver engaging activities, promote social contact and ultimately enrich lives.
Located in Tower Hamlets, we welcome people of all ages to our large, friendly community centre in Shoreditch where we offer a wide range of activities promoting wellbeing and social connections. Our services include sensory play for Under-5’s, youth programmes, wellbeing activities for those experiencing mental health issues, bilingual advice, and activities to reduce social isolation and enhance physical and mental wellbeing for older people. We also run a day centre in Shadwell, where we care for elders from the Bangladeshi and other communities.
We have a unique relationship with our founders, the Guild (alumnae) of Cheltenham Ladies’ College, we are located on the fringes of the City, and we generate income from hiring out space in our community centre. These opportunities make the Marketing & Fundraising Manager position varied and interesting, with plenty of possibility to grow and develop in the role.
Job Purpose:
The Marketing & Fundraising Manager will play a key role in developing and implementing St Hilda’s East’s marketing strategy and will take the lead in organising fundraising events and securing funds from individual donations, and rental and room hire income.
They will lead on communications with external stakeholders through the development and implementation of SHE’s marketing plans and social media strategy. There will be a particular focus on strengthening our unique link with the Guild (alumnae) of Cheltenham Ladies’ College, as well as with parents and pupils of the school – to raise awareness of the impact of St. Hilda’s East and to organise joint events. The postholder will work alongside freelance fundraisers who focus on maximising grant income.
It is not essential to have experience in the non-profit sector; we would love to hear from you if you have experience in sales and marketing in a commercial environment and are looking to bring your talents to the charity sector.
This job is for you, if you:
- possess excellent writing skills and a passion for communicating our charitable mission, possibly moving into the charity sector for the first time
- have the ability to develop and mantain positive relationships with a diverse range of people including high net worth individuals, partners, colleagues, and service users
- have a proactive and creative approach to solving problems and researching and developing new sources of income
- have the ability to manage multiple priorities, effectively balancing operational and strategic expectations.
Benefits
You will have access to an Employee Assistance Program, Training & Development support, flexible working arrangements, and 25 annual leave days plus bank holidays.
Closing date for applications: 26th June 2026 at 23:30, however, applications will be assessed on a rolling basis and might close early if the position is filled
Interviews: Week of 8 June and ongoing
Our Recruitment Policy: St Hilda's is committed to racial justice and wider inclusion and diversity. We are working towards a goal where our team fully reflects the diversity and difference in lived experiences of our local community.
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To apply click 'Apply Now', and submit your CV and a cover letter. Your cover letter should be no more than 1 page long and, explain how you meet each of the criteria in the Person Specification. Don’t forget to provide examples to evidence your experience and abilities.
St Hilda’s East delivers a wide range of engaging activities for local communities in Tower Hamlets to promote wellbeing and social connection.


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Fundraising Manager
Organisation: The Outrunners Charity
Job Description
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Job title: Fundraising Manager
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Location: Hackney Bridge, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London (a canalside public destination less than five minutes from Hackney Wick station)
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Salary: £36,700-£40,000 FTE depending on experience, pro rata to £22,000-£24,000
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Hours: 0.6 FTE (3 days/21 hours per week). Office hours are 10am - 6pm with occasional evenings and weekends. Flexible working opportunities are available.
Who are The Outrunners?
The Outrunners are a running and movement charity based in Hackney, on a mission to empower young people through movement. Backed by an incredible crew of volunteers and partner brands like Nike and Moju, we help young people in East London to build confidence, wellbeing, health and leadership skills.
We deliver free, fun, sociable, youth‑led running and movement sessions for 8–18 year olds every week - during term time and holidays. But we’re about more than just running. We create space for young people to explore creativity and culture, go on exciting trips, access wraparound wellbeing support, and develop the skills and opportunities they need to shape the futures they want.
Over the past five years, we’ve supported thousands of young people and helped push greater diversity within the running world.
We like to do things differently - taking young people out of their everyday environments and into exciting new spaces, opening doors to opportunities they might not otherwise have access to. If that sounds like something you want to be part of… read on.
Our achievements
We’re a small charity but we pack a mighty punch. Our income has grown year-on-year since we became a charity 6 years ago - allowing us to expand our core team and move into office premises large enough to incorporate a Youth Hub. Last year we worked with over 1,150 young people through our school and communities programs, and this year we’re looking to expand our work even further!
To give you a sense of the kinds of work that we do, over the last year we have:
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Hosted a free Girls’ Festival for 100+ ethnically diverse young girls, allowing them to try running sessions, creative classes and yoga experiences in a safe and empowering environment.
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Hosted free training academies for ethnically diverse women and young people aged 16-21 to train for their very first half or full marathons! We offered physical, emotional and logistical support throughout their training journey and cheered on every single one of them as they ran either the Hackney Half or the London Marathon under the Outrunners name. Since programme launch, we have worked with over 250 people in our Academies.
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Took diverse groups of young people to races and events, such as Hackney School run and Black to the Trails.
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Offered personalised mentoring to several of our young people who were struggling with school or life.
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Expanded the career horizons of young people by offering them a free work experience opportunity with our partner brands.
What do we want?
We are seeking an experienced fundraiser for a strategic and hands-on role who loves working in a small, ambitious charity and wants to help shape the next stage of growth at The Outrunners (current annual income circa £350k).
Reporting to the CEO, you will lead on income generation, with a primary focus on trusts and foundations, while growing a more diverse and sustainable income mix through corporate partnerships, community fundraising and individual giving.
You will translate the lived experiences, energy and impact of our young people and programmes into compelling funding propositions. You’ll support the CEO to build genuine, long‑term relationships with funders and partners who believe in movement, equity and opportunity for young people - and who want to be part of something fresh, joyful and youth‑led.
Does this sound like you?
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A driven, experienced fundraiser who enjoys leading income growth in a small, ambitious charity and taking real ownership of results.
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A strategic thinker who is also hands‑on – happy managing pipelines, writing bids and following up relationships day‑to‑day.
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Someone who can translate impact, lived experience and data into clear, compelling cases for support.
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A confident relationship‑builder who can engage, influence and inspire funders, partners and supporters.
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Resilient and adaptable, comfortable balancing multiple income streams, deadlines and priorities.
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Values‑led and trustworthy, with a strong sense of integrity, accountability and ethical fundraising practice.
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Motivated by social impact and excited to fundraise for a youth‑led organisation rooted in movement, equity and opportunity.
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Happy to occasionally work evenings or weekends for events, funder cultivation or partner activity.
Experience and skills we’re looking for
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5+ years’ experience in fundraising, ideally within a small or growing charity.
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Proven success securing income from trusts and foundations, including prospect research, high‑quality bid writing and effective funder stewardship.
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Strong understanding of what drives successful grant applications, from alignment and evidence to storytelling and relationships.
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Experience developing or contributing to diversified income streams, such as corporate partnerships, community fundraising or individual giving.
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Ability to manage income pipelines and use systems/CRMs to track fundraising activity and performance.
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Sound understanding of fundraising regulation and best practice.
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Confident relationship‑builder with experience engaging funders, partners or senior stakeholders.
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Strong storytelling and written communication skills, with the ability to combine impact data, lived experience and insight into compelling cases for support.
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Excellent organisation and time‑management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines and priorities.
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Collaborative and positive team player, comfortable working in a small, fast‑moving organisation.
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Strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, with confidence working across diverse communities.
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Desirable:
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Experience fundraising for youth, wellbeing, sport or community‑based organisations.
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Experience working with or supporting programmes for girls and young women.
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Key Responsibilities:
1. Fundraising Strategy & Income Growth (with Chief Executive)
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Develop and deliver a fundraising strategy aligned with The Outrunners’ strategic goals and values.
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Grow and diversify income streams, with a focus on increasing unrestricted and sustainable income.
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Create and manage an annual fundraising workplan to deliver agreed income targets.
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Work closely with the Chief Executive on pipeline management, forecasting and income planning.
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Regularly review progress, learn from outcomes and adapt approaches as needed.
2. Trusts & Foundations (Primary Income Lead)
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Lead and manage a pipeline of trust and foundation applications, from prospect research to reporting.
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Research, cultivate and secure grants aligned to The Outrunners’ youth‑led movement work.
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Write high‑quality, compelling funding applications and reports.
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Work closely with youth programme staff to gather outcomes, case studies and impact data.
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Build strong, professional relationships with funders through excellent stewardship.
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Develop approaches that encourage funder renewal, uplift and long‑term support.
3. Corporate Partnerships (Growth area)
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Support the development of relationships with values‑aligned corporate partners and brands.
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Identify opportunities for corporate grants, sponsorship, employee fundraising, volunteering and matched funding.
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Shape clear and inspiring partnership pitches with cases for support that connect partner goals with youth wellbeing, movement and equity.
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Work with colleagues to ensure corporate partnerships are meaningful, well‑supported and mutually beneficial.
4. Community & Individual Giving (Growth area)
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Support the growth of The Outrunners’ individual giving base, including regular and mid‑level donors, working with CEO and Admin Lead.
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Develop donor stewardship approaches that support repeat and long‑term giving.
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Explore opportunities with local communities, supporter networks and high‑net‑worth individuals.
5. Impact, Systems & Compliance
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Work with our Admin Lead to maintain accurate records across fundraising and income tracking systems (CRM).
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Contribute fundraising content across our website, donor platforms and communications channels, working closely with Marketing & Comms.
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Support the creation of impact reports and case studies that reflect young people’s lived experience ethically and sensitively.
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Ensure compliance with fundraising regulation and best practice.
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Stay informed about sector trends and test new tools or approaches appropriate for a small charity.
What’s in it for you?
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Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.
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Supportive and inclusive working environment.
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Professional development and training opportunities.
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30 holiday days + all bank holidays (pro-rata)
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Self-development days
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Work-related travel reimbursement
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Learning and development opportunities to fit your aspirations, including with some of our partner businesses
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Working alongside aspirational brands
We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply for this role. The successful applicant will need to be subject to a background enhanced disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) before any appointment can be confirmed.
If you would like to apply for this role please share a copy of your CV and a covering letter explaining why you would like the role and how you meet the requirements listed in the job description. The covering letter should be no longer than two A4 pages.
If we feel you meet our requirements, we will contact you for an interview. Due to the high volume of applications, if you are not contacted within 14 days of submitting your application, on this occasion you have been unsuccessful. We will keep your details on file for any other suitable vacancies.
Please submit your CV and covering letter by Sunday 28th June 11.59pm.
*PLEASE VISIT NO LIMITS' WEBSITE FOR THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AND TO COMPLETE AN APPLICATION FORM. WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT CV'S / EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST**
About No Limits
No Limits is the leading youth services charity in Southampton, supporting children and young people in the city and across Hampshire.
At No Limits, it is important our staff and volunteers reflect, represent and have experience of the challenges faced by the children and young people we support. We are proud and appreciate our many staff and volunteers who use their own lived experience to support the children and young people they work with.
With this in mind, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our work and organisational culture – and when recruiting, it’s important to us that we continue diversifying our staff and volunteer teams, with children and young people at the centre of everything we do.
When we talk about talent, we value the transferrable skills and experiences you can bring to No Limits, which can be through work (in the same or a different sector), volunteering or personal experiences. To make sure we get the best talent on our team, we are open to and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds and sections of the community, including diverse ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQIA+, disabled and neurodiverse.
If invited to interview, please let us know if we can support you at interview with any reasonable adjustments, such as flexible working, access arrangements or a suitable place to pray.
Your role
We’re looking for a Fundraising Manager to take our individual, community and corporate fundraising to the next level. Building on our existing fundraising and partnerships, you will build and deliver a strategy that maximises income through creative engagement and strong stewardship, ensuring a pipeline of unrestricted income.
The role will be hybrid, with at least 50% of each week to be worked across our two sites in Southampton.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Create, deliver and regularly review a fundraising strategy incorporating individual, community and corporate fundraising
- Maintain and build existing community and company partnerships through effective stewardship
- Network and build connections across the city with community groups and companies
- Manage and build No Limits’ individual supporter base, strengthening the supporter journey
- Attend relevant community events to raise awareness and attract donations
- Develop new ideas, campaigns and fundraising activities
- Work closely with communications colleagues to create and promote fundraising campaigns, increase funds raised through social media and ensure website content is fundraising-focused.
- Review, recommend and manage appropriate CRM software to ensure effective stewardship
- Support with Trusts and Foundations grant applications and tenders when needed.
- Monitor performance, impact and trends and adapt approaches to maximise income and engagement
Please see the job description on our website for more information.
We are committed to making a difference in the lives of the children and young people we work with, and as such, you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the No Limits ethos. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is paramount.
We particularly welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and those who have had experiences similar to the young people we aim to support. We are committed to creating a diverse environment where people can be their authentic selves, where their experiences and opinions are valued, and we are all open to learning from each other.
As part of our team, you’ll receive a comprehensive induction and access to learning and development opportunities relevant to your role, supporting your ongoing growth.
You'll have the essentials of:
- Demonstrable experience in a fundraising role, with a track record of delivering results
- Experience developing and implementing successful fundraising strategies or plans
- Proven ability to meet and exceed income targets
- Experience designing and managing effective supporter journeys
- A track record of building and nurturing successful fundraising partnerships
- Creativity and innovation, with the ability to generate fresh ideas to attract and engage donors
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders
- A collaborative approach, thriving in a busy, team-focused environment
- Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently using initiative
- Flexible and adaptable, able to respond to changing priorities
- Strong team player with a proactive and positive attitude
- A genuine commitment to No Limits’ values and mission
- A strong understanding of, and commitment to, equality, diversity, and inclusion
- Willingness to actively engage in ongoing learning and professional development
- Flexibility to work outside standard hours when required to meet organisational needs
Interested..? We'd love to hear from you!
To apply, please complete an application form from our website and upload using the portal, before the closing date of 9am, Monday 29th June 2026, with an Interview date of either Thursday 9th or Friday 10th July 2026 .
Being a Disability Confident Employer means we are committed to removing barriers in recruitment and employment. If you require an application form in an alternative format or need any support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us. As we work with vulnerable children and young people, and follow safer recruitment guidelines, we're unable to accept CVs.
In the ‘Your Supporting Statement’ section of the application form, please include how your knowledge, skills and experience meet the ‘About you – knowledge, skills and experience’ section of the role description: link to job description.
To apply, and for further information, please visit the No Limits Website.
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The Brent Centre for Young People is the leading mental health charity for young people in Northwest London, helping over 750 young people a year with a wide range of issues. We offer specialised treatment in the areas of depression, suicide prevention, tackling self-harm, eating disorders, exam anxiety and more. Our approach is rooted in psychoanalytic psychotherapy. We aim to reach significantly more young people in the years ahead, drawing on our heritage that combines specialist treatment in-house and outreach into communities. The Brent Centre is also an important Research Centre on Adolescent Breakdown and Adolescent Psychotherapy.
We are seeking an experienced, strategic and proactive fundraiser to join our growing team as we embark on our next phase of expansion. Building on strong foundations in trusts and foundations, BCYP is now investing in legacies and community fundraising, two income streams that will be central to our long-term sustainability and ability to reach significantly more young people in the years ahead.
This is a rare opportunity to help shape and grow our legacies and community fundraising at a pivotal point for the charity. You will define the approach, create a strong pipeline of supporters and partners, and deliver activities that build awareness and generate sustainable income, combining strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.
We’re looking for someone with energy, motivation and experience who thrives on building, someone who can turn ideas into action, work at pace and bring others with them. You will be confident developing and delivering supporter journeys, community fundraising initiatives and legacy marketing and stewardship, with strong relationship-building skills and excellent attention to detail. Above all, you will share BCYP’s commitment to ensuring young people can access specialist mental health support, and you will help us grow long-term value and impact through fundraising.
The role will lead the creation and delivery of Community Fundraising and Legacies programmes, establishing two core income streams that will drive sustainable growth. It will define strategy, build insight-led, multi-channel programmes and design supporter journeys that deepen engagement over time, from first gift to long term support and legacy giving.
Working across the organisation the postholder will embed a strong supporter focus, ensuring that fundraising is integrated into wider engagement activity. You will take ownership of income performance, budgets and continuous improvement through data, testing and learning.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.


