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University of Oxford Development and Alumni Engagement is seeking a Project Officer to join its Medical Sciences Development team. This opportunity comes at an exciting time as we are expanding the team in response to increased donor interest in the world-leading research and teaching being undertaken across the Medical Sciences at Oxford.
About the role:
A team player, you will have outstanding written communication and work alongside the wider team and academics to develop funding proposals, donors reports and briefing documents. You will organise donor cultivation and stewardship visits and work on special projects including special events and campaign activities.
To be successful you’ll need:
The successful candidate will be a highly motivated, enthusiastic individual who has meticulous attention to detail and enjoys producing written communication. This is a perfect role for someone who is interested in building their career in fundraising or communications, has a willingness to learn and is good at building relationships.
What we offer:
Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:
· Flexible hybrid working
· An excellent contributory pension scheme
· 38 days annual leave
· Membership to CASE
· Training and development opportunities
· A comprehensive range of childcare services
· Family leave schemes
· Cycle loan scheme
· Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
· Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
We raise funds in support of the University’s academic priorities, securing donations for all aspects of academic and student endeavour.





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About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an Individual Giving Officer (Acquisition) to join our collaborative Individual Giving team.
As an Individual Giving Officer, you’ll lead the delivery of multi-channel campaigns designed to recruit new supporters and the ongoing supporter stewardship of these new donors. You’ll manage acquisition activity across products including cash giving, lottery, and regular giving, ensuring campaigns are delivered on time, within budget, and meet performance targets.
You’ll be responsible for the creative development of campaign assets, day-to-day agency collaboration, and the ongoing optimisation of supporter stewardship communications. From planning and reporting to evaluating impact, you’ll play a key role in shaping how we acquire new donors and retain our supporters.
About You
You’re confident in managing campaigns with track record of delivering successful multi-channel fundraising campaigns that drive supporter growth. You bring excellent project and budget management skills, analytical thinking, strong reporting and evaluation capabilities and think supporter-first.
You’re experienced in working across channels including email, social media, telephone fundraising and print, and you know how to use insight to shape compelling supporter journeys. You’re a collaborative team member, able to manage internal stakeholders and external suppliers with ease, and you thrive in an environment where attention to detail and strategic focus are key.
About the Team
You’ll join our Individual Giving team, committed to growing our supporter base and delivering meaningful and engaging experiences that inspire long-term support.
We work closely with colleagues across the organisation and with external agencies to deliver campaigns that make a real impact. You’ll be supported by a team that values innovation, shares learnings, and celebrates success—while always keeping our supporters at the heart of what we do.
Please see the Job Description below for more detail about this exciting role.
The detail
- Hours: 35 hours per week
- Contract: 12 months fixed-term contract
- Closing Date: 26th October 2025
Help for Heroes values diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Type: Full time; Permanent
Location: Godalming, UK (hybrid working pattern 2x days in the office: Team days Tuesdays & Thursdays)
Salary: £45,000 to £48,000 per annum (depending upon skills and experience)
Join our passionate and successful Global Fundraising team and use your strategic and creative expertise to help grow legacy giving across the UK and internationally.
About Us
Compassion in World Farming International is a leading global organisation dedicated to ending factory farming worldwide. We were founded in 1967 by Peter Roberts, a British farmer alarmed by the rise of factory farming. Over the past 50 years, we have made major strides in abolishing inhumane practices such as barren battery cages, veal crates, and sow gestation crates in the UK and Europe.
Our approach involves campaigning, advocacy, and engagement with policymakers at national, intergovernmental, and corporate levels, building a movement of individuals concerned about animal welfare and the health and sustainability of our food. We are driven by a passion for animal welfare and food system change, believing in a future where animals are treated with compassion and respect, and where sustainable farming practices prevail for a healthy planet.
Our international headquarters are in Godalming (UK), with team members in 14 countries on four continents including the US, Italy, France, Poland, the Netherlands, Spain, Czechia, China, and a specialist policy office in Brussels. This role is part of the Global Fundraising Directorate of over 50 staff, consisting of Philanthropy, Individual Giving, Legacies, Digital, CRM and Brand teams, based internationally, primarily in the UK (HQ) and our six other fundraising markets in the USA and Europe.
About the Role
As our Senior Legacy Marketing Manager, you’ll lead the strategic development and delivery of Compassion in World Farming’s legacy marketing programme across the UK and internationally. This is a vital role within our Global Fundraising team, offering the opportunity to help shape a sector leading legacy strategy, that inspires supporters to leave a lasting gift for farm animals and the planet.
As part of this exciting role, you’ll be responsible for all UK legacy marketing communications, from direct mail and digital campaigns to events and supporter engagement, ensuring our messaging is compelling, compassionate, and aligned with our values. Internationally, you’ll help to support the fundraising teams in six key markets (France, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, USA, and Poland) to deliver locally relevant legacy campaigns, providing strategic guidance, content, and training.
About You
To succeed in this role, you’ll need to be a confident and strategic legacy marketing professional, with a proven track record of delivering impactful campaigns that inspire supporters to leave a very special gift. You’ll need to have a deep understanding of legacy fundraising, ideally gained within the charity or NGO sector, and be comfortable working across both UK and international markets.
You’ll need be highly organised, proactive, and detail-oriented, with outstanding copywriting and creative skills. You will know how to craft compelling messages for direct response and be confident managing multi-channel campaigns. You will need to be able to work in a collaborative manner and skilled at engaging supporters with sensitivity and care. You’ll be comfortable managing budgets, suppliers, and data, and have a strong grasp of CRM systems (ideally Salesforce).
Why Should You Apply
This is a rare opportunity to lead a global legacy marketing programme that directly supports a mission to end factory farming. At Compassion in World Farming, you'll be part of a passionate, purpose-driven team that values your voice, supports your growth, and empowers you to make a real difference.
Join our team and make a lasting impact, while being part of a workplace that values and supports you every step of the way:
- Enjoy an enhanced annual leave of 25 days per year, along with bank holidays
- Our comprehensive benefits package includes core offerings like Health Cash Back Plan
- MHFA support – 24/7 GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
- Free onsite parking and office next to mainline station
- Optional savings schemes like the Cycle Benefit scheme
- Embrace a fulfilling career that prioritises your well-being, while also enjoying excellent development opportunities
- Hybrid working model (dependant on role and location)
- A defined contribution pension scheme
- Enhanced discretionary company sick pay
- Premium Subscription to Calm App
How to Apply & Key Dates
If you have the skills and experience to excel in this role, we are keen to hear from you and welcome your support in contributing to our globally impactful cause. Please submit your CV and a cover letter, outlining how you meet the Person Specification detailed in the job. We kindly ask that you do not include a photo in your CV. This supports a fair and unbiased recruitment process, in line with equality legislation and international best practice. Please note that we reserve the right to commence interviews on a rolling programme.
Application Information:
Closing Date: By 5pm 9th October 2025
1st Stage (Teams) Interview: 22nd October 2025
2nd Stage (Face to Face at HQ) Interview, with task: 3rd November 2025
No agencies please.
Looking for some support with your application or want to find out more about working at Compassion? Why not take a look at our Candidate Pack and Careers Page.
In order to comply with legal requirements, as part of our selection procedure we ask all potential employees to prove their eligibility to work in the UK.
Compassion in World Farming is absolutely committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We value diversity and live experience and acknowledge the underrepresentation of people from certain backgrounds, both within our organisation and across the sector. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, whether these be of ethnicity, gender, identity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation or other.
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Trust and Grants Manager
As Trusts & Grants Manager, you’ll play a key role in powering the Youth Zone’s mission to give thousands of young people somewhere to go, something to do and someone to talk to.
As an equal opportunities’ employer, the organisation welcomes applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities. The dedicated Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive.
Position: Trust and Grants Manager
Location: Grimsby/Hybrid (1 day a week at the Youth Zone in Grimsby)
Salary: £28,000 – £32,000 (Pro-rata £16,800 – £19,200)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part-time, 22.5 hours per week
Benefits: 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays; workplace pension; free gym access (once the site has opened); access to the Talent Academy; bespoke training and mentoring.
Closing Date: 9am, 14th October 2025
First Stage Interviews: Tuesday 21st October
Second Stage Interviews: Tuesday 28th October (Evening with Young People Panel)
About the Role
This is a dynamic and rewarding role at the heart of the Fundraising Team, where you’ll help generate over £1.4 million each year to keep the Youth Zone running. You’ll lead on writing compelling bids and funding proposals that unlock both unrestricted income and targeted project support – from mental health to employability to sports and creative programmes.
You’ll have access to a wealth of impact data, real stories, and a ready-made case for support – and you’ll be encouraged to bring your creativity, energy and ambition to every application. You’ll collaborate with an experienced, passionate team and be supported by the Head of Fundraising & Communications, the CEO, and a dedicated Board of Trustees who believe deeply in what we do.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead on identifying, writing, and submitting high-quality funding applications to trusts, foundations, and statutory funders, securing both unrestricted income and project-specific funding aligned with strategic priorities
- Develop compelling proposals that articulate the impact of the Youth Zone’s work, leveraging live data, case studies, and feedback from youth workers to bring applications to life
- Work collaboratively across departments to ensure funding needs are clearly understood and prioritised, maintaining regular communication with delivery leads to shape project bids that reflect current and emerging needs
- Build and manage relationships with funders, developing stewardship plans that include timely reporting, in-person or virtual engagement, and opportunities for funder visits to the Youth Zone
- Act as a passionate advocate for the Youth Zone, representing the charity at networking events, funder meetings, and promotional visits, and supporting the wider fundraising team on campaigns and events when needed.
About You
You will have experience of:
- Writing successful funding applications or proposals, ideally in the voluntary or public sector, securing four- and five-figure gifts from trusts, foundations, or statutory sources
- Managing a fundraising pipeline or prospect list, from initial research through to application and stewardship, using a CRM system such as Salesforce to track progress and outcomes
- Collaborating across teams, particularly with delivery, finance, or impact colleagues, to gather information and develop compelling bids grounded in real-world delivery
- Producing high-quality donor reports, meeting deadlines and exceeding expectations through clear narrative, data, and case studies
About the Organisation
This is a brand-new locally run youth charity, set to provide thousands of young people with the opportunity to have fun, make new friends, try something new and feel safe. With community centric values and located in the heart of Grimsby, it will be an inspiring place for young people aged 8 – 19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs, to enjoy their leisure. The building is due to be completed in 2025.
The charity recognises that the workforce is under-represented in certain areas and are committed to addressing this. Therefore, they actively encourage applicants to submit anonymous applications; in practice this means removing your name and email address from your CV and cover letter. The HR Lead will have these details from your submission, but they will not be available to the selection panel when they are considering your application.
The charity is committed to the safeguarding of young people. In accordance with their Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires a basic DBS check.
Other roles you may have experience of could include Trust and Grants Manager, Trust and Grants Officer, Trust and Grants Assistant Manager, Trust Manager, Grants Manager, Trust and Grants Lead. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the development of Cheshire Wildlife Trust’s legacy and in memory fundraising.
Legacy Officer
Contract type: Permanent
Working hours: Part time 21 hours per week (Open to offering 28 hours per week)
Salary: £29,341 – £33,735 (full-time equivalent). Pro rata salary for 0.6 FTE: £17,604 – £20,241 (starting in the region of £17,604)
Location: Bickley Hall Farm, Malpas, SY14 8EF
As our new Legacy Officer, you will be at the heart of some of the most meaningful relationships we build—supporting individuals who want to leave a lasting gift for nature through their Will or in memory of a loved one.
You’ll lead on the marketing of legacies and will work with the Director of Fundraising & Communications to nurture relationships with legacy pledgers.
You’ll be the friendly, compassionate point of contact for legacy enquiries, nurturing conversations with care and confidence. From heartfelt one-to-one conversations to the delivery of inspiring and thoughtful events and tailored communications, you’ll help our supporters feel valued and inspired, knowing their gifts will make a difference for wildlife in Cheshire.
You’ll also work closely with solicitors, executors, and our team to ensure every gift is administered with professionalism and respect.
If you're a natural relationship-builder with experience in supporter care, fundraising or marketing, this is your chance to join a small but fast-paced, purpose-driven Fundraising & Communications team at a critical time for nature.
You’ll be joining a charity with bold ambitions and a clear mission to restore nature across Cheshire. Your work will directly support that goal. If you’re looking for a role where you can build on what you’ve achieved and see the difference you make every day, we’d love to hear from you.
Closing date: Midnight Sunday 26 October 2025
Interviews will be held on Tuesday the 4th of November.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
You may be required to carry out a DBS check for this role.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Sorry, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position
No agencies please.
Face-to-Face Fundraising Area Manager - West Midlands / Worcestershire
Reference: SEP20251160
Location: Flexible in West Midlands/Worcestershire
Salary: £30,075.00 - £32,108.00 Per Annum
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Benefits: Pension scheme (7%), Life Assurance scheme, 26 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays)
About the Role
As a Face-to-Face (F2F) Fundraising Area Manager, you'll lead and inspire a team of membership fundraisers based primarily in the West Midlands with coverage across Shropshire and Worcestershire and this wider vibrant area. Your leadership will play a crucial role in meeting ambitious fundraising targets while upholding the highest standards in ethical fundraising.
As well as line managing a direct team of up to 8 fundraisers, you'll work closely with RSPB reserves within your geographical area and lead on National Shows at the NEC to maximise membership opportunity for the RSPB.
This is a hands-on role supporting, coaching and motivating your team whilst also fundraising alongside them to lead by example.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Coaching: Recruit, train and develop a high-performing team of Fundraisers. Foster a positive team culture and lead by example to achieve fundraising targets
- Performance Management: Monitor KPIs including membership volume, average donation amounts, Gift Aid uptake and attrition rates. Conduct regular reviews and provide coaching to continuously improve performance
- Operational Oversight: Manage the day-to-day logistics of your team, ensuring compliance with fundraising regulations and alignment with RSPB values
- Relationship Building skills: Build effective partnerships with key stakeholders outside of the F2F Team, including Reserve Managers, to maximise membership opportunity.
- Travel and Flexibility: Regular travel across the West Midlands and wider Midlands area (and occasionally nationally) is required. A full UK driving licence, or the ability to demonstrate how you will travel to remote locations is essential. Weekend work will be expected as a core part of the role to support your team
Essential skills, knowledge and experience:
- Proven experience in face-to-face fundraising and managing high-performing teams.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop team members.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of ethical fundraising practices and relevant codes.
- Ability to plan, organise, and think strategically.
- Comfortable giving and receiving feedback.
- Experience with leadership frameworks such as SMART objectives, root cause analysis, and Situational Leadership.
Desirable traits:
- Familiarity with the RSPB's mission and values is highly desirable.
Benefits:
- Vehicle: Company van provided for work travel and expenses paid for - Van for work purposes only.
- Leave: 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, plus one extra paid volunteering day per year.
- Flexible Working: Hours tailored to suit individual circumstances
- Wellbeing Support: Free 24-hour employee assistance programme for staff and close family.
- Discounts: 20% off in RSPB shops and online store, plus holiday booking discounts.
- Pension: RSPB matches contributions up to 7%.
- Green Benefits: Cycle to Work scheme and green loans.
Additional Information:
- Please note that, given the travel associated with the role, applicants will require a valid driver's licence, or be able to demonstrate how they would reach all corners of this area and be well-placed to do so.
- This is a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week. Weekend work will be expected to undertake the role successfully.
Closing date: 23:59, Sunday 12th October 2025
We will be looking to conduct interviews from mid-October.
Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert at any time once sufficient applications have been received.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application.
The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.
In order to apply you will be required to upload a CV and complete an application form where you will have the opportunity to explain how you meet the essential criteria listed above. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.
Please contact us if you require any additional support during the application process.
No agencies please.
The RSPB brings people together – people like you – to protect the things that matter to us all.



The Organisation
A leading UK charity with an annual income of over £100 million. The organisation delivers high-impact work across the country and is committed to financial integrity and best practice.
The Job
- Job Title: Part-Time Tax Manager
- Location: London with flexible hybrid working once per week, fortnight, or potentially less
- Hours: 21 hours/week (0.6 FTE)
- Salary: £68,000 FTE (£40,800 actual)
- Benefits: 9% employer pension contribution (1.5% employee)
This newly created role, reporting to the Finance Director, will lead on all tax matters across the group. Responsibilities include managing Corporation Tax, VAT, Gift Aid, PAYE, and HMRC relationships; identifying tax efficiencies; supporting audits; and advising on tax implications of strategic decisions. You'll work closely with internal teams and external advisers to ensure compliance and optimise tax outcomes.
The Person
We're looking for an experienced tax professional, ideally CTA-qualified, though qualified accountants with strong tax experience (including VAT) are welcome. Charity sector experience is highly desirable but not essential. You'll be confident advising non-finance colleagues, proactive in managing risk, and comfortable working independently in a part-time capacity.
What's in It for You?
- Strategic, high-impact role in a respected national charity
- Flexible hybrid working (office attendance once per fortnight or less)
- Competitive salary and pension
- Opportunity to shape tax strategy and contribute to meaningful work
Please apply now to be considered. Applications will be considered as they come through.
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With fresh 10-year ambitions and a focus on supporting the organisation’s growth, it’s an exciting time here at Whale and Dolphin Conservation. We are looking for a passionate and experienced fundraiser to join our Individual Giving team.
Our supporters are the reason we can work to create a world where every whale and dolphin is safe and free. Working within the Development & Outreach department, the Individual Giving team uses a wide variety of activities to recruit new supporters and ensure that our current supporters know just how important they are.
Leaving a gift in their Will is likely the biggest and most important gift someone will give. From creating supporter journeys which lead to new legacy pledges to looking after legacy pledgers, and educating the organisation on the importance of legacies, you will be responsible for leading on our Legacy programme. You’ll also use data-driven insight, segmentation, and testing to maximise income from appeals, regular gifts and one-off cash donations. You will help to maintain and review our retention and stewardship strategy and ensure that our donors’ needs are fulfilled to create best possible supporter experience.
We welcome people from all backgrounds and value diversity – different voices and perspectives make our mission stronger. If you’re enthusiastic, open-minded, and ready to learn, we want to hear from you. We look forward to welcoming you to our ambitious team.
A world where every whale and dolphin is safe and free


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Are you a highly organised and skilled governance and executive support professional?
The Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) are a medical charity looking for an Executive Officer, Clinical Radiology, who will play a pivotal role in supporting the Vice-President, Clinical Radiology and the wider governance function.
This is a varied and engaging role at the heart of the RCR, offering the opportunity to work closely with senior professionals, contribute to strategic decision-making, and support key governance activities including committee management and the College’s Annual General Meeting.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build a career in governance or executive support. You’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive team, working for a respected professional body that makes a real difference in healthcare
What you will do:
- Provide high-level executive support to the Vice-President, Clinical Radiology.
- Coordinate Faculty Leadership Team meetings and follow up on actions.
- Manage governance processes for boards, committees, and working groups.
- Organise and support the College’s Annual General Meeting and Council meetings.
- Liaise with external partners and Special Interest Groups (SIGs).
What you will need:
- Strong administrative experience in a complex environment
- Proven experience managing and administering senior committees
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Ability to take accurate minutes and manage multiple priorities
Why join us?
- Make a difference to the lives of Doctors and the specialities they work in every day!
- Hybrid working (60% working week can be done remotely)
- Modern working environment
- Equipment provided to work from home
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Excellent pension scheme
- Interest free season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
We’re growing our Digital team to deliver a world-class customer experience and drive forward British Heart Foundation’s mission and income goals. As Digital CRO Specialist, you’ll play a key role in deepening engagement, expanding our marketable universe, and increasing digital conversions across the entire digital portfolio, including areas such as online donations, gift in wills, lottery and health content.
You'll be joining a collaborative team made up of specialists, analysts, and a developer, all working closely with the Digital CRO Manager to deliver and scale BHF’s experimentation programme. You'll also work cross-functionally with the wider Digital team bringing together UX research, web analytics, and A/B testing, to optimise key customer journeys and help embed a strong test-and-learn culture across the organisation.
What you’ll do:
- Design, run and analyse CRO experiments across digital products
- Identify insights from user behaviour and analytics to inform optimisation
- Collaborate with teams across Digital, Tech, Marketing and Fundraising
- Conduct CRO audits and make landing page recommendations
- Promote data-driven, customer-centric optimisation practices
About you:
You’re a CRO expert with a passion for experimentation and digital performance. You bring:
- Proven experience in A/B testing, UX research, and web analytics (GA4)
- Strong understanding of digital UX, design principles, and customer behaviour
- Practical knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript and CMS platforms (e.g. Sitecore, WordPress)
- Ability to communicate insights clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
- Experience with data visualisation tools (e.g. Looker Studio, Tableau)
Working arrangements
This is a hybrid role, where your work will be split between your home and at least one day per week, on average, in our London office. This may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to unlock your best work for our cause.
About us
We value and respect every individual’s unique contribution, celebrate diversity, and make inclusion part of what we do every day.
Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy, Igniting Change, along with our internal EDI group, Kaleidoscope, and a growing number of employee network groups (our Affinity Groups), help us create an environment where all our colleagues and volunteers can succeed.
Interview process
This will be a two stage interview process, first stage are planned for w/c 13th October 2025 via MS teams. Second stage are planned for w/c 20th October at our London Office (NW1 7AW).
We are recruiting a Challenge Events Fundraiser to grow PAPYRUS’ challenge event income by leading on allocated PAPYRUS own events, projects and campaigns and managing all third-party challenge events.
What you will do:
- Develop an events plan that will grow income using data from previous years to understand our supporters and build a creative and sustainable income plan for long term growth.
- Build and manage relationships with supporters across all communication channels and provide professional, relevant, timely and empathetic stewardship at all times.
- Raise awareness of PAPYRUS and its work by developing and delivering presentations and talks both online and face to face to supporters and facilitating necessary photo opportunities in line with GDPR for use if future promotional activity
- Manage costs and budgets for events, including forecasting, estimates and future year planning.
- Be proactive seeking out new initiatives and market trends in fundraising across the UK charitable sector.
- Participate in the development, implementation, and maintenance of PAPYRUS challenge event fundraising assets, collateral, materials, and policies and procedures ensuring all content is on brand and to a high standard.
- Working with colleagues in Business Support Services to use the data collected across all donation platforms to analyse and inform required reports and update existing reporting mechanisms.
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Previous experience of working in a fundraising role for a UK registered charity
- Experience of successfully managing a portfolio of third-party events
- Proven track record of successful relationship management with donors/ fundraisers
- Proven track record of working effectively in a team
- Experience in creating and monitoring budgets
- Experience using Raiser’s edge or a similar CRM database.
- Knowledge of regulatory environment for fundraising from events fundraising including sponsorship, data protection, Gift Aid (incl GASDS) and Fundraising Codes of Practice and regulation
- Good knowledge of data selection, data analysis, insight and application of datasets for maximum success
- Understanding of events fundraising
- Competence in the use of IT tools including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Ability to work some unsocial hours and travel to meetings / events as required across the UK
Please visit the careers site for the full job description and person specification for the role.
Salary: £31,537 per annum (Scale SCP 18) progressing by increments to £34,434 per annum (Scale SCP 23)
Hours: 36 hours per week
Location: Warrington or remote with regular travel across the UK
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: You will receive 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time workers), hybrid and flexible working arrangements, an attractive pension scheme, Simply Health membership and enhanced sick pay. Please visit our website for more details.
Closing date: 17th October 2025
We reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier if we receive sufficient applications so, please submit your application as soon as possible.
PAPYRUS is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment and its recruitment policies are designed to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender re-assignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
PAPYRUS is committed to safeguarding all children, young people and adults at risk that interact with the organisation. The organisation recognises its responsibility to safeguard the welfare of these vulnerable groups by a commitment to procedures to protect them. The charity expects all staff and volunteers to fully support and promote these commitments.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Shaw House, 27 West Way, Oxford, OX2 0QH
Department: Fundraising
Salary: £34,000 (depending on experience)
Hours: 35
Contract Type: Permanent
RABI is the farmers charity.
RABI supports farming people across England, Wales and NI with expert, one-to-one practical, financial and emotional help, all year round. From confidential advice and mental health support to direct financial assistance, their tailored services respond to the unique challenges of farming life.
At the heart of RABI’s mission is a commitment to strengthening resilience; helping farming people feel valued, supported and better equipped to navigate uncertainty and change. RABI is working to close the farming wellbeing gap and build a future where farming people can thrive.
Over the past 25 years alone, RABI has delivered almost £250 Million in direct financial support to the farming community, whilst the charity’s professional counselling service has provided 11,500 free sessions to farming people since 2022. RABI’s wrap-around support services continue to evolve, reaching more people year on year.
RABI is on a journey to help shape a future farmers deserve.
Summary and key purpose
This new role will be primarily responsible for developing, marketing and managing our individual giving together with working across other fundraising disciplines. You will be a key member of our fundraising team, producing compelling fundraising communications, stewarding individual donors, including regular donors and gifts in memory. You will ensure that our donors receive excellent care.
Our Individual Giving programme will incorporate one-off donations, regular giving, digital fundraising, appeals and in-memory giving. You will do this, with the support of our recently appointed fundraising agency, who you will manage our relationship with week by week.
A critical element of the role will be how we market ourselves to potential new donors, taking them on an emotional engagement journey in order to solicit regular gifts.
Your expertise and skills:
To excel in this role, you will need prior experience of working in a fundraising setting, with an understanding of good stewardship practices. You should be a self-starter who thrives in a dynamic environment, working across teams and meeting multiple deadlines. Your excellent relationship management skills will enable you to effectively communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders and gather information on new projects. You must have a thorough understanding of individual giving, developing donor journeys and experience of work with agencies.
Key responsibilities:
- Day-to-day management of the regular giving programme, project managing appeals and overseeing the thanking process for individual donors.
- Create, plan, deliver and evaluate multi-channel, compliant, insight-led, supporter-centric campaigns to engage and drive action from new and existing supporters.
- Manage our newly appointed fundraising agency, and in doing so, help deliver an ambitious appeal programme and income target.
- Review and develop operational plans for individual giving (including regular giving, in memory, digital fundraising and appeals) working to achieve agreed targets.
- Communicate and document key performance indicators across individual giving appeals. Ensuring you provide commentary to accompany results reporting, drawing on insights and the wider picture to add context and make recommendations from your learnings.
- Work with the fundraising agency and RABI communications team to produce and edit appropriate collateral.
- Devise and deliver supporter communications, including stewardship activity, welcome journey content and appeal communications.
- Help ensure that we comply with legal and compliance requirements including industry best practice, GDPR/PECR regulations and the CIOF code of Fundraising Practice.
- Develop and maintain good working relationships and liaison with other members of RABI staff.
- Take part and contribute to team meetings.
- Cooperate with RABI on health and safety matters, taking reasonable care of own and other people’s health and safety within the workplace. Follow and H&S training received and alert RABI to any serious risks.
- Actively participate in the staff appraisal scheme and be committed to training and development in line with RABI’s aims and objectives.
- Liaise with volunteers, clients, contractors and other stakeholders as necessary.
- Promote the Charity’s work, assisting with demonstrations and in fundraising and awareness events as appropriate.
- Perform any other reasonable task as required by the Charity.
Person Specification:
Essential
- Marketing or direct marketing or marketing qualification.
- Experience of using direct marketing methods to recruit, retain and develop supporters (e.g. telemarketing).
- Previous direct marketing or transferrable experience. This should include project managing or assisting a project manager to plan and deliver activity and evaluate results
- Planning, delivering and managing individual giving programmes.
- Delivering donor recruitment and retention projects from initiation to completion.
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding targets from unrestricted donations.
- Presenting confidently to a variety of audiences.
- Building relationships and maximising engagement with donors and supporters
- Able to create and tailor engaging and emotive copy for a range of different channels.
- Empathy with the goals and objectives of RABI.
- A positive and creative approach to work, with the ability to multitask.
- Strong interpersonal skills, including good telephone manner and empathy towards in-memory donors.
- Ability to record accurate data and work with a CRM system
- Self-motivated and confident in working, both independently and in teams
- Good communicator, including face-to-face, phone, in writing and via remote communications.
- Good written and numeracy skills.
- Ability to manage time effectively, prioritise workload and plan-ahead.
- Good IT skills (MS Office including Excel and Word).
- Understanding of Data Protection and fundraising regulations, compliance and best practice.
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office
Desirable
- Knowledge of targeting, segmentation and response analysis.
- Knowledge of testing, validation and taking campaign learnings forward.
- Knowledge of print and online production processes.
- Understanding of the Gift Aid process.
- Voluntary sector experience.
- A full UK driving license.
- Experience of database use
- Experience of fundraising platforms such as Just Giving.
This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder according to future developments at RABI.
Early applications are encouraged for this position as shortlisting and interviews will take place on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a suitable application prior to the deadline.
BENEFITS
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (based on full time working).
- Enrolment to Nest on commencement of employment and then opportunity to join RABI’s group pension scheme with Standard Life where RABI make contributions equivalent to 10% of your basic salary, provided you make a personal contribution of 5%.
- Life assurance from day one.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
- On site parking.
RABI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aims to ensure that all employment practices secure equality of opportunity and that no prospective or current employee receives less than favourable treatment at RABI as a result of their sex, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, disability, marital, or for any other reason which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Our recruitment process strives to ensure that individuals are selected only based on their relevant skills, experience, quali?cations and abilities.
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Head of Development – Social Sciences
University of Oxford
Location: Oxford, UK with some hybrid working options
Permanent and full-time role
Salary: Grade 10: £65,336 - £75,439 per annum with possible extension to £82,255 (inclusive of Oxford University Weighting)
This is an exceptional leadership opportunity to join the leading higher education fundraising team outside North America.
The University of Oxford’s Social Sciences Division is one of the largest and most influential communities of social scientists in the world. Bringing together a diverse range of methodologies, themes, and fields of scholarship, our multi-disciplinary research thrives in an environment defined by academic excellence, independence, and innovation.
Grounded in Oxford’s long tradition of independent scholarship and academic freedom, we deliver world-leading research that not only challenges existing ideas but also develops new ways of understanding and improving society globally.
Consistently ranked among the world’s top three universities for social sciences, we demonstrate the power of those disciplines in addressing global challenges. Through deep engagement with organisations, policymakers, and communities, we translate knowledge into real-world impact - shaping policy, informing debate, and driving progress locally, nationally, and internationally. Our researchers regularly advise international governments and multilateral agencies, as well as NGOs that lobby and encourage policy change.
We are now seeking an accomplished fundraising leader to join our high-performing Development and Alumni Engagement team, and design and lead our philanthropic strategy for Social Sciences. If you are ready to make a lasting contribution to research with global impact, we would like to hear from you.
About you
You will be an experienced major gifts fundraiser and manager, who brings a collaborative and relationship-based approach to ensure success in your endeavours. Your experience, authenticity and curiosity about the world around you, enables you to establish credibility quickly and gain the confidence of the stakeholders you work with. As a divisional team leader and member of the major giving leadership team, you will inspire a motivated and committed Social Sciences development team as well as engage and collaborate with other fundraising leaders across the collegiate network, to identify and leverage all opportunities that will enable the University to achieve its strategic ambitions. It will therefore be important that you:
§ Are a self-starter, motivated to achieve against strategic goals within a complex environment;
§ Have highly developed emotional intelligence and sophisticated interpersonal and diplomacy skills;
§ Bring an entrepreneurial mindset and can-do attitude; and
§ Are a collaborative and personable colleague and manager, with a track record of bringing people along to achieve and celebrate outcomes together.
Higher education experience is desirable, while a passion for Oxford’s mission and a desire to drive positive change through philanthropic partnerships are absolutely essential.
In return
Your happiness and wellbeing at work matter to us, so we offer a range of family friendly, financial and professional benefits, including:
§ Opportunity for hybrid working
§ Exceptional contributory pension scheme and salary sacrifice options
§ 38 days annual leave
§ Comprehensive childcare services and family-friendly leave schemes
§ Cycle loan scheme
§ Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
§ Subsidised University Sports Centre membership
§ Engaging social groups and sports clubs beyond the workplace
§ Use of the student discount card Totum
§ Membership to CASE for advancement professionals
§ Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities.
We are partnering with Richmond Associates for this search. To request a copy of the candidate information pack, have a conversation or to apply, please contact Richmond Associates by following the Application button above.
Closing date for applications is 10AM on Friday, 31 October 2025
Interviews are currently scheduled to take place from mid-November
The University of Oxford Development Office is committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills and experiences, and reflects the community that we serve. We encourage applicantmajos from all sectors of the community and are especially keen to encourage candidates from under-represented groups to apply.
Lead Financial Excellence at a World-Renowned Institution.
The Courtauld is an internationally renowned university for art history, offering a range of degree programmes to appeal to art historians, conservators and curators. Our Gallery is set in the magnificent Somerset House, and is home to much loved masterpieces by Van Gogh, Monet & Renoir to name a few. We have an income of £33m and employ approx. 300 staff. We are seeking a strategic, technically skilled, and forward-thinking Head of Financial Operations & Control to lead and enhance our finance function.
We have ambitious plans for growth with key priorities including expanding our student and visitor numbers, enhancing our estate, integrating data systems, and upgrading our IT and digital infrastructure.
Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Head of Financial Operations & Control is a pivotal senior leadership role, responsible for ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of all financial records across The Courtauld and its subsidiaries. You will oversee core financial operations, reporting, tax and treasury management, investment support, regulatory compliance, and risk management, playing a key role in safeguarding the financial stability and integrity of the institution.
Key Responsibilities Include:
· Lead the finance function, including financial accounting, control, compliance
· Manage all aspects of financial operations such as accounts payable/receivable, payroll, treasury, fixed assets, and tax
· Ensure accurate accounting and tax services to the group and its subsidiaries
· Lead the production of high-quality statutory financial statements, management reporting, and lead the annual audit
· Develop and maintain internal control policies, systems, and procedures to facilitate timely and accurate financial transactions and reporting
· Maintain the integrity and completeness of financial data held in the ERP system, including the chart of accounts and resolution of data quality issues
· Support investment strategy, manage treasury, endowment accounting and liquidity planning
· Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and controls and contribute to strategic financial planning
· Ensure compliance with regulatory and statutory obligations (including HMRC, VAT, Gift Aid and tax implications for fundraising activities)
· Build effective relationships across the institution and externally, including auditors, investment managers, and regulators
· Deputise for the Director of Finance when required
In order to be successful in the role we're looking for;
· A qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent)
· Significant experience in managing financial control and operations including VAT, Tax relief, treasury in a charitable/education/not-for-profit organisation of similar size and complexity
· Able to self-sufficiently lead a smooth, accurate and timely year end process
· Strong technical expertise in accounting standards, able to ensure correct accounting treatment of restricted, unrestricted and endowment income
· A proven track record of leading finance teams and driving process improvements, thriving to develop a best-in-class finance function
· Strong stakeholder engagement and the ability to influence at a senior level
· Experience in investment and endowment accounting is strongly desirable
Why Join The Courtauld?
You’ll join a world-class institution with many of your stakeholders based at the iconic Somerset House. You will join at a time of exciting transformation and growth. You will be able to develop your skills and make a difference by further developing systems, processes, and contributing to the strategic growth of the investment portfolio. We offer a supportive, inclusive workplace with opportunities to make a lasting impact, in a vibrant, arts-focused environment. We also offer;
· Competitive salary of £75,000
· Excellent USS pension scheme
· 30 days annual leave + additional closure days
· Training and development opportunities
· Hybrid work pattern 3 days a week in the office (Kings Cross)
In order to apply, please submit your CV along with covering letter of no more than 1 side of A4 outlining why you wish to apply and highlighting your relevant experience by the 19th of October. For a confidential call to discuss your suitability please contact our recruitment partner Sian Negal of Morgan Law.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
At The Sick Children’s Trust, we believe no child should face hospital alone and no family should be separated during one of the most challenging times of their lives. Through our ten ‘Homes from Home’ across England, we provide free accommodation and vital support, keeping families close to their seriously ill child’s hospital bedside.
We’re looking for a talented and ambitious Senior Trusts & Foundations Officer to join our passionate team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownerships of a strong portfolio of charitable trusts and foundations, developing long-term relationships and securing multi-year funding to sustain and grow our services.
You’ll have the opportunity, skills and talent to write compelling, tailored funding proposals, deliver excellent stewardship, and work directly with funders to demonstrate the impact of our work.
The Role:
You’ll be managing and growing a portfolio of key trusts and foundations, delivering exceptional stewardship.
You will be researching and working to secure new income opportunities focusing on five figure grants and writing powerful funding applications and reports to inspire and engage new funders.
You’ll work closely with internal teams to develop cases for support and play a key role in achieving ambitious income targets to fund our ‘Homes from Home’.
What we’re looking for:
· A proven track record in personally securing significant trust and foundation funding at the level of five-figure gifts in a single year.
· Excellent written skills with the ability to create clear, compelling proposals.
· Strong relationship-building skills with experience of working with multiple stakeholders and decision-makers.
· Highly organised, proactive, and driven to achieve ambitious targets.
· Passionate about our cause to help families of seriously ill children
How to apply
We will be reviewing applications ongoing so early applications are advised. We may close the advert earlier than advertised.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please submit your CV along with a covering letter(max 2 pages) explaining how your experience fits the role. More details can be found in the recruitment pack attached