Grants and trusts fundraising manager jobs

People land on our shores through no fault of their own, suffering the trauma of displacement. An experienced fundraiser who is looking to make an impact is what LEAH is after. We are over 42 years old and have ambitions to serve our beneficiaries into future decades. 

In a tough fundraising climate, we want someone who is not only an experienced and successful fundraiser but also someone who is bold and brave, able to hit the ground running as our Deputy Fundraising Manager.

Age UK is hiring! We're looking for a Partnerships Manager- Trusts to generate income from charitable trusts and foundations to support the work of Age UK. You will develop creative, compelling funding propositions, engage with high value prospects and stakeholders, and produce regular reports for funders. This fantastic opportunity would best suit an individual with successful and proven experience in achieving income targets in a high value trust fundraising role.

We operate a hybrid-working model, a blend of home and office working. This role will include regular days working from our London office - currently once a week on a Thursday and may involve occasional travel for meetings and cultivation events. Travel costs to the London office are the responsibility of the postholder and are not covered by the charity.

Age UK internal grade 5L

Last date for applications Wednesday, 2nd July 2025.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview via MS Teams on Friday 11th July 2025.

Must haves:

The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process:
Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P

Experience

• Successful and proven experience in achieving income targets in a high value Trust fundraising role. A, I
• Demonstrable track record in soliciting and personally asking for major gifts, alone or with high value volunteers and board members. A, I
• Demonstrable experience in appropriate methods of cultivating relationships with Trusts and Foundations. I

Skills and Knowledge

• Strong understanding of principles of charitable Trust and Foundations and good knowledge of the current funding landscape. I
• Excellent analytic, communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills. I, T
• Excellent proposal and copy-writing skills and the ability to write compelling funding propositions and reports for funders. T
• Strong influencing skills to ensure effective outcomes from internal and external communications. A, I
• Planning and organisation skills. A, I
• Demonstrable attention to detail. I, T
• Budget management skills - setting and monitoring of phased income and expenditure. A, I
• Proficient in MS Office and demonstrable ability to use CRM databases. I

Personal attributes

• Empathy and understanding for the issues faced by older people is essential. A, I
• Team player. I

What we offer in return

• Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
• Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, health cashback plan and EAP
• Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan
• Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
• Blue Light Card Scheme
• You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.

Additional Information

Supporting statements and anonymisation
Candidates are expected to provide a supporting statement that explains how they meet the competencies annotated with an 'A' in the job description, to assess suitability for the position. Age UK acknowledges and accepts that AI may be used to support the application; we do expect candidates to personalise experience, knowledge and skills and failure to do so, may result in your application being rejected.

CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role. Our system is unable to anonymise supporting statements. Please could you remove any personal information including your name before you upload to support our inclusive recruitment process. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us if invited for interview.

Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme
Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. Age UK is a Disability Confident Scheme employer. Due to high numbers of applications received, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.

Reasonable adjustments
Disabled job seekers can access reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for reasonable adjustments are considered on a case-by-case basis, in collaboration with the disabled job seeker to best meet their needs, by contacting our Recruitment Team. Disability disclosures will be kept confidential and only shared on a need-to-know basis to support the implementation of adjustments. Disclosures will not be used to inform hiring decisions.

Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.

Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

For a full list of benefits please visit our website.

Are you a passionate and proven fundraiser looking for your next big challenge? This is your chance to join a mission-driven team and help transform the lives women and girls who are marginalised and suffering in London

Reporting to our brilliant Business Development Manager and working closely with our Operations Manager, you’ll be a vital member of our charity team, responsible for supporting activity across community and events fundraising. This role will focus on providing exceptional steward-ship for our calendar of community and events fundraising. You’ll build relationships with supporters and help deliver impactful events as well as help grow our income through individual giving.

ABOUT US

Hopscotch works hard to support women and families facing racial and gender inequity in London. We are proudly anti-racist and anti-misogynist. We take our trauma informed practice seriously, both with service users and within the organisation. We also run a successful Homecare service, with Care Workers supporting vulnerable people in south Camden who draw on care.

WHY HOPSCOTCH?

o Great, supportive culture and values, with low turnover and high levels of contentment

o You will want to work in an environment which is inclusive and non-judgemental. It’s a chance to challenge the status quo and not settle for what isn’t working

o You’ll love being a part of a diverse and vibrant team which has positivity, creativity and problem-solving values and where all voices are heard

o Your dedication will have a meaningful impact on the lives of those in need

o Be with an employer who is a signatory of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant (EDAC) – a pledge by businesses to support employees who are survivors of violence

o 25 days annual leave for full time employees, increasing after 5 years employment, with additional paid office closure between Christmas and New Year. Hopscotch believes we all deserve quality time to focus on our friends and family and most importantly, ourselves at this time

o Occupational sick leave

o Regular internal supervision and external clinical supervision

The Role 

Fundraising and Impact Coordinator

o Assist in the planning and execution of a diverse range of fundraising applications, events and community initiatives

o Support the management of event logistics, including participant communication, volunteer coordination, and on-the-day activities

o Collaborate with external partners and suppliers to ensure smooth event operations and build strong relationships for future collaboration

o Lead outreach efforts to engage new community partners, such as businesses, promoting fundraising opportunities and supporting their initiatives.

o Lead on generating income through diverse means

o To represent the charity in all spaces - implementing a rolling 12-month plan of meaningful touchpoints to deepen relationships

o Develop and implement a plan to encourage increased giving and recruit new regular donors with personalised cultivation and stewardship

o Serve as the primary point of contact for funders, donors and friends of Hopscotch Women’s Centre, ensuring they receive the information and support needed to maximise their fundraising potential

o Provide timely and effective follow-up communications with stakeholders, ensuring they feel valued and engaged

o Maintaining our CRM database, ensuring accurate records to track communications and data, ensuring compliance with GDPR and data protection laws.

o Work closely with Finance colleagues to process donations, Gift Aid and matched funding claims, ensuring this income is processed and recorded accurately

o Manage the distribution of supporter resources, conduct stock checks for fundraising materials and ensure an organised work environment for all fundraising assets

o Create engaging materials (posters, leaflets, stories etc), working closely with our social media lead on content

o Produce impact reports and collate information for reporting to funders and to support fundraising initiatives and grant applications

o Work collaboratively with the wider team, to support their work whilst deepening an understanding of our services

o Support the CEO and Operations Manager with ad hoc projects, activities, and any high-priority tasks to contribute to overall team objectives

o Any other duties as required by the Business Development Manager

Values, Behaviours & Competencies

o Committed to the Vision and Mission of Hopscotch, ensuring our service-user voices are centred in all fundraising and impact gathering

o Feminist in understanding ‘Violence against Women and Girls’

o Committed to fostering innovation and continuous improvement in working practice

o Flexible and open to new challenges, ideas and experiences, and able to be self-reflective

o Committed to understanding diversity and ensuring anti-discriminatory practice is applied in all forms of our work

o Non-judgemental with a commitment to self-care within the team

o Collaborative, building relationships with internal and external partners

Knowledge, Experience and Skills

o Experience of working within the charity sector with fundraising and impact gathering and presentation

o Profound understanding of the issues facing marginalised Londoners, particularly women, from ethnically minoritised communities

o Experience working with minoritised Global Majority women and a diverse staff team applying anti-discriminatory practice

o A resilient and assertive approach to reaching out and building trust and positive relationships with funders, donors and other stakeholders

o Awareness of the intersectionality affecting our service users and how to speak confidently about this to funders, donors and other stakeholders

o Ability to provide solution focused work environment through the ebbs and flows of fundraising

o Ability to advocate successfully for the charity in all spaces

o Ability to critically reflect on own practice and performance and make use of clinical supervision

o Excellent organisational and IT skills including the ability to be self-servicing, use relevant IT packages and maintain an efficient case recording and data reporting system

o Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Our ideal candidate will have experience of working in a fundraising or similar role.

You'll have strong written and verbal communication skills to write engaging and inspiring content and messaging. Having an ability to empathise and communicate effectively about our work is key. If you like the sound of our role then this could your opportunity to join a women’s charity with great credibility and big ambitions as we broaden our reach and significantly increase our impact

We would love to hear from you

Please send your CV and cover letter – or ask us any questions.

Thanks and good luck!

A Rocha UK is a unique Christian nature conservation charity, mobilising Christians and churches to care for the natural world. We are the UK member of the international A Rocha federation of Christian conservation charities, with sister organisations in 24 countries.  A Rocha UK has a staff of 25 and many volunteers. We run nature conservation activities on our two reserves, advise a national network of conservation partners, inspire Christians to protect nature and act on climate change through our Wild Christian scheme, and run the popular Eco Church scheme for local churches. Our modern office is designed for collaboration and is close to overground and tube stations, with its own secure cycle and parking facilities. 

Purpose of role: 

Increasing and diversifying the sources of funding for A Rocha UK’s work is key to our fundraising strategy. The Grants and Legacies Manager will play a key role identifying potential granting bodies, writing and submitting bids, and managing reporting on grants from a range of sources, including  large foundations, and Church denominations.  In doing so, they will work closely with other staff, especially the CEO, programme staff, and other members of the fundraising team. They will also manage occasional legacies and, as capacity allows, develop a proactive legacy promotion programme. The successful candidate will have previous experience securing funds from trusts, as well as excellent writing skills, an interest in the environment and an active Christian faith. The post currently reports to the CEO.

Please see the attachment for full responsibilites

Previous applicants need not apply

As the role involves attending events in London, we're ideally looking for someone who is either based in or able to travel to London as needed.

The closing date for applications is 9 am on Thursday 10th July.

Interviews will be held in the week beginning Monday 14th July.

Are you an experienced fundraising leader, who can help us secure income from trusts and foundations which help end homelessness?

This post is offered as a fixed term contract until 3 August 2026, or as a secondment for internal applicants (Maternity cover)

We are looking for a skilled trust fundraising leader to take on the key role of Senior Trusts and Grants Manager, supporting our mission to help people rebuild their lives and end homelessness for good.

As Senior Trusts and Grants Manager, you’ll lead a thriving team of four, manage strategic funding relationships, and ensure ambitious income targets are achieved. You’ll also maintain your own portfolio of high-value funders, representing St Mungo’s with confidence and credibility.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Manage and grow a portfolio of high-value trusts and foundations to secure essential funding for our work.
• Lead, support, and inspire the Trusts and Grants team, maintaining a collaborative and positive team culture,where everyone can achieve their income and relationship management targets.
• Oversee the overall trusts programme, including pipeline development,  proposal quality, income tracking, due diligence, and relationships.
• Act as the organisational lead on trust fundraising, enabling senior colleagues to build strong relationships with key funders.

In this role you will be required to work flexibly for at least 2 days per week from our Central Office in Tower Hill, London. This allows for training, in person collaboration, team building, line management and other relationship building opportunities. We support a flexible approach to work with opportunities for agile working for the rest of your week; from home, or other St Mungo’s London or regional locations. 

About you

This role is ideal for someone with strong trust fundraising and people management experience, who can maintain momentum, and support the team to thrive during this fixed term period.

You will be a proactive trust fundraiser with proven experience of personally securing significant grants and managing long term funder relationships.

You’ll also bring proven success in leading and supporting a team, with a collaborative, encouraging style that helps people do their best work.

You’ll be organised, adaptable and able to quickly get to grips with our portfolio and priorities. Whether stepping into a similar role or looking for a new challenge at this level, you’ll bring insight, energy and commitment to delivering impact.

How to apply

To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document’ tab on the advert page on our website.

To find out more and applt, visit the St Mungo's careers page on our website. 

Closing date: 10am on 7 July 2025

Interview and assessments on: 14 July 2025

We are working hard to create a diverse and fully inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and we welcome applications from all under-represented groups, particularly Global Majority candidates who are underrepresented at this management level.

What we offer

• Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities
•  A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
• Great Pay and Other Benefits

Bring joy, comfort and connection to thousands – and help pets change lives.

At Pets As Therapy, we believe in the power of pets to bring moments of magic. Every day, our 5,500+ volunteers and their companion animals visit schools, hospitals, care homes and more – boosting confidence, reducing anxiety and spreading smiles. Now, we’re looking for a passionate Fundraising Officer to help us grow this life-enhancing work.

In this varied and rewarding role, you’ll support and deliver fundraising initiatives across individual giving, community fundraising, trusts and foundations, and corporate partnerships. You’ll help build meaningful supporter relationships, craft compelling communications, and bring our fundraising campaigns to life.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has a proven track record in charity fundraising

• Communicates with warmth and impact

• Thrives on juggling priorities and driving projects forward

• Shares our love for animals and their ability to connect and comfort

This is a home-based, full-time, permanent role, with occasional travel to our head office and events.

Salary: circa £30,000, depending on experience.

Whether you’re seeking your next challenge or looking to step up in a growing and mission-driven organisation, this could be the perfect opportunity.

Apply now and help us make a difference — one paw at a time.

KEY INFORMATION

Location: Manchester, Bristol, Newcastle, Nottingham, or London

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, full time

Start date: September 2025 (we are happy to work with you and your notice period)

Duration: Permanent

Salary: £33,220 - £38,370 per annum if based in London. £30,645 -£35,795 per annum if based in Manchester, Nottingham, Newcastle or Bristol. Salary banding is dependent on the skills and experience criteria detailed below. £312 yearly tax-free work from home allowance. Salaries are reviewed annually in August.

Applications will close 9am, 21st July.

Interviews will be taking place w/c 28th July 2025.

ABOUT UPREACH

Do you think that your socio-economic background should determine your career prospects?

upReach’s vision is of a society in which everybody has an equal opportunity to realise their full career potential. Our work is important because right now a student from disadvantaged background who gains a first-class degree from a top university is less likely to secure an elite job than a more privileged student with a 2.2. 

We are an award-winning charity employer working to address this issue in partnership with employers and universities. We help undergraduates from disadvantaged backgrounds achieve their career potential by providing an intensive programme of support that addresses socio-economic barriers to graduate employment. 

To find out more about how we support our students, visit our website and read our Annual Report, and Impact Report.

ROLE SUMMARY

This is a great opportunity for a motivated and ambitious fundraiser with experience in trusts, foundations and/or corporate fundraising to join upReach as we deliver our three-year strategy (2024–2027). The successful candidate will contribute to the growth of upReach through the development and stewardship of relationships with trusts, foundations, and corporate partners, and by helping secure five and six figure grants and gifts.

Reporting to the Senior Fundraising Manager, this role will manage a portfolio of funders and help the wider team to meet income targets. You will work collaboratively across the organisation including the delivery and impact teams, finance, partnerships, and  Senior Leadership Team (SLT).

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Working with stakeholders (internal and external)

• Develop and maintain positive, mutually beneficial relationships with key external contacts, including funders and volunteers.

• Champion and model a culture of outstanding relationship management. 

• Make the fundraising ‘ask’ as and when appropriate.

• Respond promptly to requests for information and action from supporters. 

• Report and disseminate the key issues to emerge from supporter feedback.

Fundraising

• Independently manage a portfolio of charitable trusts & foundations, and corporate supporters, giving at the five and six figure level. Steward these relationships delivering the highest levels of donor care. 

• Research and identify potential new funding opportunities to build the team’s pipeline. 

• Lead on the cultivation of your own pipeline of new funders, working creatively to find opportunities to engage organisations with our work. 

• Develop compelling, comprehensive funding proposals for trusts & foundations and companies, to renew existing partnerships and secure funding from new organisations. 

• Work closely with colleagues in the Data & Impact and Programmes team to prepare and write donor reports and other impact communications. 

• Contribute to the smooth delivery of philanthropic corporate partnerships including employee engagement, staff fundraising activities and volunteering.

• Prepare and thoroughly brief senior colleagues ahead of meetings with potential and existing funders. 

Financial

• Contribute to team fundraising income target (circa £2m) in line with the overarching strategy.

• Help track progress against income targets and report on performance regularly to the fundraising team.

• Contribute to the management of budgets and assist in preparing forecasts and annual plans.

• Flag risks or opportunities that may affect income generation to senior team members.

Team Support and Collaboration

• Manage team members on our graduate programme (rotatees) on fundraising projects as required.

• Play a proactive role in facilitating a positive, collaborative and high-performing fundraising team culture.

• Attend and contribute to regular team meetings and planning sessions.

• Work with teams across the organisation to ensure fundraising plans align with organisational needs and priorities.

Systems and Processes

• Maintain accurate and up to date records on the CRM to enable effective donor, supporter, supplier and volunteer relationship management. 

• Comply with the organisation’s data protection obligations, charity law and other legal requirements.

Other

• Continue to develop fundraising skills and knowledge, including keeping up to date with best practice and sector trends.

• Carry out additional fundraising and administrative tasks as needed to help the team.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

To be successful, it is anticipated that you will have experience working in a fundraising role within a charity or similar environment. The ideal candidate should display these skills: 

• Significant experience working in a fundraising or similar role within a charity or nonprofit setting, to include writing funding proposals and stewardship reports. 

• Knowledge of high value fundraising techniques including a clear understanding of prospecting, cultivating, securing and managing partnerships.

• Strong communication and storytelling skills, both written and oral, with the ability to turn complex ideas into concise and effective cases for support.

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail 

• Able to manage a varied workload and balance conflicting priorities to meet deadlines.

• Confidence working independently, as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

• Ability to build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Some familiarity with data protection, GDPR and good practice in donor stewardship.

• A desire to learn, grow and develop a career in fundraising.

• A strong alignment with upReach’s mission and a passion for tackling barriers to social mobility.

If you are interested in the role but do not meet all of the criteria, we’d still love to hear from you. We’d also welcome a call to discuss the role further if that would be helpful for you. 

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES 

• Motivation - Shows self-motivation to increase upReach’s impact, and develops an understanding of team strengths to provide support to the wider team where needed.

• Leadership - Takes responsibility for leading on set projects, creating a supportive environment for any others working on the project, and inspiring the wider team by keeping them informed on progress.

• Continuous improvement - Pursues this continuously, focusing on developing specific skills needed in your role, actively implementing any learnings from training, and measuring your performance.

• Planning and organising - Organising own work effectively, including scheduling, prioritising, setting and communicating realistic timeframes, and negotiating successfully when faced with multiple requests / working on collaborative tasks.

• Problem solving & decision making - Being the key problem solver within an area of responsibility, using experience to analyse problems from different angles, including getting input from others, asking questions and using data before making decisions

• Innovative - Proactively suggestions to improve the team’s current working methods, applying own knowledge and expertise to solutions

• Management (rotations)- Able to give clear instruction and lets people know what’s expected of them in collaborative work or area of leadership, and able to manage partnerships / external relationships effectively

• Commitment to social mobility - Has developed an advanced understanding of social mobility and complex concepts within the field, and can articulate upReach’s role within this to external stakeholders

• Communication - Express ideas effectively and sensitively, confidently handling challenging conversations, and leading meetings and sessions where appropriate.

Team Culture & Benefits: 

By joining the upReach team, you will be joining a team who are committed to supporting you in your career journey and fostering an inclusive culture. 

We offer: 

• Flexible and hybrid working

• Statutory Holiday Entitlement of 25 days, plus bank holidays. This increases to 27 days 2.5 years and then to 30 days after 5 years of working with us.

• Birthday leave and volunteer leave

• Enhanced Parental Leave beyond statutory requirements for all team members. 

• 3% Pension Contribution, which increases to 5% after 5 years of working with us. 

• Cycle-to-work and tech buying schemes.

• Monthly socials

• Dedication to Staff Wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aid Training and annual wellbeing days

• Summer Hours (early Friday finishes from June to Aug)

• Personal Development Budget, activated after 6 months in the role

• The opportunity to participate in our fantastic staff networks: 

  • Disability and Inclusion Network

  • Diverse Roots Network 

  • Green Network 

  • LGBTQ+ Network

  • Mindfulness Network

  • Parents and Carers Network 

  • Socio-economic Background Network

Ready to apply?

We are committed to making our recruitment process inclusive. All applications will be blind screened, and our job packs are available in Braille, large text or another format upon request. We can provide reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment application process and on the job, and we'll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. 

Applications close on Monday, 21st July at 9 am. 

Equal Opportunities

At upReach, we are committed to being an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, social background or any other protected class. We celebrate and value the diverse perspectives that people from all backgrounds bring to our team. We are passionate about creating a workplace that is inclusive and reflects the diversity of communities across the UK. Diversity in the workplace creates dynamic and effective organisations and we are actively working to build a more inclusive workforce by continuously improving our recruitment, retention, and development practices. We  particularly encourage applications from individuals from underrepresented groups, including Black, Asian and other ethnic minority backgrounds, those with disabilities , those who are care-experienced, those from low socio-economic backgrounds, and those who are LGBTQIA+. During the application process you will be asked to fill out your diversity information, this will not effect your outcome and cannot be seen by application reviewers and interviewers. All diversity data collected is anonymous.

About the role

The National Churches Trust awards grants to help keep churches of all denominations well maintained, open and in use. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Grants Manager to join our Church Engagement team and oversee our grants programmes, ensuring the funding is delivered to best-practice standards and in a way that supports our vision to see open churches thriving at the heart of their communities.

The future of church buildings is our biggest heritage challenge; we are looking for someone who can help us to ensure our grants are effective and delivered in a way that is transparent, inclusive and impactful and makes a positive difference.

About the National Churches Trust

As an integral part of the UK’s heritage, we want to keep the UK’s wonderful collection of church buildings well maintained, valued and in use. Working on the ground in all four nations, we support churches of all denominations with the challenges and opportunities they face. Our vision is to see open churches thriving at the heart of their communities.

Our mission

• We Speak Up: churches are valued and supported
• We Build Up: churches are well maintained, adaptable and in good repair
• We Open Up: churches are sustainable, open and welcoming support

Our values

• Being straightforward in responding to others’ needs
• Providing support that makes a difference
• Joining forces to achieve greater impact
• Driving change that brings our vision closer

To find out more about the role and to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button.

Closing date: Midnight on Thursday, 10 July 2025.
Interview dates: Wednesday, 6 / Thursday, 7 / Friday, 8 August 2025 in Westminster, London.

Read for Good’s Grants and Trusts Manager leads on securing high-value income for the national charity from trusts and foundations, typically securing one-off and multi-year grants in the five- to six-figure range. You will research and cultivate prospective funders, produce compelling, tailored proposals, programme reports and manage a strong pipeline of funding opportunities. You will also develop and steward long-term funding relationships that align with our mission and strategy, building on our well established and robust pipeline. In addition to your own portfolio, you will support the wider grants and fundraising team, helping to deliver on team targets, strengthen internal processes, and ensure high-quality reporting and compliance.

This is a key role in the charity’s income generation strategy and will work closely with senior colleagues to shape fundable programmes and plan for long-term sustainability. 

Terms of Employment

Reporting to: Head of Fundraising

Location: Read for Good office based in Nailsworth (due to location, own transport is desirable); we take a flexible approach to working from home

Salary: Circa £35k to £41k (depending on experience)

Hours: 35 hours a week (part-time role will be considered for the right candidate)

Annual leave: 25 days, plus bank holidays; additionally, full organisational closure between Christmas and New Year Pension: Workplace pension 3% employer, 5% employee with flexibility to change contributions

Any other benefits: Friendly, inclusive team with a flexible, caring, people-centred culture Training and internal opportunities to support career development Access to a free 24/7 confidential counselling service Ample free parking and bike racks Spacious offices with different break-out areas including sofas, standing workspace and riverside outdoor space (with ducks!) Regular office socials, free tea and coffee and office book swap

Key responsibilities

Income Generation and Fundraising

• Research and develop a strong pipeline of new and existing high-value trusts and grant-making prospects (typically five- and six-figure applications).
• Write compelling, tailored funding proposals that align with funder interests and organisational priorities.
• Manage and track income performance, reporting on progress against individual and team targets.
• Build strong, long-term relationships with funders and secure repeat and multi-year funding in the region of £400K p.a.

Team Management and Development

• Provide support and guidance to the wider Grants team, including freelance support as well as support cross organisational cooperation and team work
• Help co-ordinate workloads and funding pipeline, and ensure high standards across all funding applications and reports.
• Help foster a collaborative team culture and support colleagues’ professional development

Hope and Homes for Children is looking for a Grants Partnerships Manager (maternity cover) to join its Grants Partnerships team and help millions of separated children get Back to Family.

About the Role

As Grants Partnerships Manager, you’ll play a key supportive role in the Grants Partnerships team and Marketing, Communications and Fundraising (MCF) department, contributing directly to the Grants Partnerships team income target as well as supporting fundraisers across the department to access compelling information in support of their fundraising. You will prioritise working within the team on donor prospecting, building a new donor pipeline, and managing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders through stewardship.

You’ll join a brave, can-do organisation and do work that matters day in, day out. You’ll be encouraged to think and act big and you’ll be mandated and supported to make things happen. You’ll work with dedicated, passionate champions who are ready to take bold steps to inspire change by advocating and engaging individuals, communities and organisations across the globe in the foundational importance of family love for children.

About you

To be successful in this role as Grants Partnerships Manager, you will need excellent written and verbal communication skills, a supportive and collaborative approach and a genuine passion for our work. You will have a keen interest in development/child protection work, enjoy the process of compiling narrative and financial information about our projects and have the drive and commitment to deliver against deadlines. You will also be well organised, flexible, self-motivated and able to work autonomously and to thrive within a supportive culture which is solution-orientated and has integrity, courage and excellence at its heart.

About Hope and Homes for Children:

Orphanages don’t protect children, they harm them. Put simply: the last thing an orphanage can provide is the first thing a child needs - someone to love them.

Science shows what we all know, that the bond between a child and their family is vital for their development. Decades of evidence proves that orphanages harm children, subjecting them to high levels of sexual and physical abuse, as well as extreme neglect.

Children always belong in families. They need protection, encouragement, play, laughter and love. They need somewhere to call home and someone to love them. You can help us make this a reality for children.

Location: Office based in London or Salisbury, but with home working/ hybrid options available
Contract type: Maternity Cover - FTC of up to 1 year
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £34,000 to £39,000 per annum pro rata, including London Weighting, if applicable, depending on experience.

Closing Date: The final date for applications is 25 July 2025. However, we will be reviewing applications as they come in and may close the vacancy early if we receive sufficient interest from high calibre candidates. So, don’t delay, please get in touch if you have the right skills, experience, and passion for our cause.

To apply, please upload your CV and a brief covering letter indicating why you're interested in joining us and (reflecting on the role profile) why you believe your skills and experience make you suitable for the role.

Other information: This post requires the successful candidate to have, or be able to obtain, the right to work in the UK and may be subject to a DBS check.

HHC actively encourages equality and diversity as we believe diversity brings us closer to our mission of eliminating orphanages.

You may also have experience in the following roles: Fundraising Manager, Development Manager, Institutional Funding Manager, Partnerships Manager, Donor Relations Manager, Grant Writer, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Foundation Relations Manager, Trusts and Foundations Manager, Bid Writer, etc.

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Do you want your work to truly make a difference?

At Merseyside Youth Association, we don’t just run projects — we transform lives. From dynamic creative workshops to vital one-on-one interventions, we open doors for young people and celebrate every step of their journey, big or small.

This is your chance to:

· Create life-changing opportunities

· Champion a whole-person approach

· Build skills that last a lifetime

We’re on the lookout for a driven, passionate and proactive Fundraising Officer to fuel our mission. This isn’t just about raising funds — it’s about creating brighter futures.

Your role will include:

· Identifying and securing funding from Trusts, Foundations, and Grant-Giving Bodies

· Working hand-in-hand with our Senior Leadership Team and expert consultants

· Supporting existing projects and helping to launch new, impactful initiatives

· Maintaining a well-managed donor database and ensuring GDPR compliance

We’re looking for someone who:

· Has a track record in Trust and Grant Fundraising

· Can spot funding opportunities a mile away

· Brings a compelling voice to our cause

· Is deeply passionate about empowering young people

Join a team where your success will help young people across Merseyside believe in themselves, adapt, thrive and achieve the futures they deserve.

1. Brief job description

Role: Grants Officer
Salary: £25,500 - £30,000 depending on experience
Holiday allowance: 25 days per annum plus UK bank holidays
Contract type: Permanent
Probationary period: Three months
Hours of work: Core hours are between 10am and 4pm. You will work 7 hours per day (excluding a lunch break) 5 days per week. Start / end times can be flexible, so long as the core hours are worked (or a variation in agreement with your line manager)
Location: Save the Rhino International supports a hybrid work model. For this role, it is anticipated that you will work a minimum of three days a week from our office (Unit 3, Coach House Mews, 217 Long Lane, London, SE1 4PR). Further flexibility can be discussed with your line manager
Line manager: Grants Manager
Start date: Monday 18 August 2025
Application closing date: 23:59 (BST) on Tuesday 1 July 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

2. About Save the Rhino International – leading the charge!

At Save the Rhino International, we believe rhinos are magnificent, in themselves and as champions of the incredible wild landscapes in which they live. And they are endangered. To thrive, both rhinos and people need a world that is healthy, diverse and resilient.

We connect people striving to conserve rhinos and their habitats with people who want to support that vital work, and we contribute our own knowledge and skills to the conservation effort. Every day we work with a wonderful community of passionate friends, partners and supporters, to ensure that all five species of rhinos thrive in the wild.

Our core values, on which we will never compromise, are Integrity, Collaboration and Determination. We express those values through how we behave and talk to the world – who we are: Friendly, Knowledgeable and Passionate.

Save the Rhino International was established as a UK-registered charity in 1994. In the financial year ending 31 March 2025, we raised c. £3.4 million in support of our conservation partners in Africa and Asia.

3. About the role

Please note that this is a new role at Save the Rhino, which offers the chance to help raise vital funds for rhino conservation efforts in Africa and Asia. The Grants Officer will report to the Grants Manager, who in turn reports to the Grants Lead.

Raising funds for specific rhino conservation field programmes and projects in Africa and Asia is a key part of Save the Rhino’s work. In the financial year 2024-25, c. £2.6m in grants were made in response to donor-funded proposals that were drafted by the grants team. Producing good proposals and credible budgets depends on close liaison with Save the Rhino’s partners in the field to understand the issues that need to be addressed and the proposed approaches to tackle them. Receiving repeat grants from donors depends on consistently providing high-quality, relevant and timely reports that analyse the impact of the grants, as well as developing relationships with the donors built on mutual trust and understanding.

As part of Save the Rhino’s grants management team, the Grants Officer will benefit from the opportunity to learn about rhino conservation in the field, and best practice fundraising. The primary focus of the role will be to support the Conservation and Fundraising teams by drafting narrative and financial reports on grants from individuals, companies, grant-making trusts and foundations, zoos, and governments. In addition, the Grants Officer will also participate in internal and external discussions about project design, monitoring and evaluating impact, and help provide content for Save the Rhino’s website, print, and social media.

Save the Rhino International is a small and friendly organisation with big ambitions. Every day, we strive to achieve our vision of all five rhino species thriving in the wild. We have an informal, genuine, and supportive atmosphere, whilst expecting high professional standards of all our staff. All members of our team are required to support the work of each other: enthusiasm, flexibility, and a willingness to pull together when required are essential.

4. Key responsibilities

The primary responsibilities of the Grants Officer are to support the Grants Manager and Grants Lead, including:

Programme-facing

• In discussion with field programme partners, help develop project proposals and budgets that can be pitched to potential funders
• Set up report templates for grant recipients to complete
• Assist with monitoring and evaluating grant impact
• Support Save the Rhino’s annual risk assessment process, which involves due diligence of the recipients of our grants

Donor-facing

• Thank the donors of donations for specific programmes or projects of less than £1,000 made to Save the Rhino
• Adapt quarterly / biannual / annual grant reports from field programmes or projects, produced by the Grants Manager and/or Grants Lead, and tailor them to each donor’s requirements
• Manage grants from funds raised by the ForRangers initiative, including liaison with the ForRangers Advisory Board, and communicating the impact of those grants to participants in the annual ForRangers Ultra marathon
• Respond to donors’ requests for images, information, rhino facts etc. on request

Internal

• Participate in and minute weekly meetings to discuss news and priority needs from our partners in the field, grant management and reporting, grant application opportunities, communications opportunities etc.
• Provide compelling copy and images for Save the Rhino’s Communications team to produce content highlighting rhino conservation progress and the impact of donors’ grants
• Ensure all supporter and partner activity is accurately recorded in Save the Rhino’s database (Salesforce) and used effectively for relationship management
• Manage administrative tasks, including creating invoices, and tracking income and expenditure against the budget
• Uphold General Data Protection Regulation, data protection, and fundraising best practice to ensure that Save the Rhino’s fundraising is ethical, inclusive and legally compliant

General

• Participate in organisational monitoring, evaluation and learning processes
• Contribute to achieving organisational financial targets and return on investment
• Support the team with ad hoc event logistics, including, but not limited to, evening cultivation events, London Marathon, etc.
• Contribute to building broader team culture
• Other tasks as needed and consistent with role
   

5. Person specification

Essential skills / experience:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, high attention to detail and fluency in English
• Experience of writing reports and communicating effectively with a range of external audiences
• Strong excel skills
• Excellent time-management and ability to prioritise workload to meet tight deadlines in a busy team
• Ability to be flexible, enthusiastic, self-motivated and self-confident, working both independently and as part of a team
• A degree in conservation / biology / zoology or related field

Desirable skills / experience:

• Experience of working with people from different backgrounds and cultures, and/or in different countries
• Knowledge and understanding of African and Asian rhino conservation
• Experience and success in applying for and managing grants from individuals and grant-making organisations
• Experience with fundraising / customer-relationship management databases

6. Protecting your data

Save the Rhino takes your data protection seriously. Our full privacy policy for recruitment can be found on our website.

​General:

Mary Hare educates 200 profoundly deaf children at its residential school in Berkshire, and we pride ourselves on our pupils’ achievements at GCSE, A Level as well as B Tech and Vocational Courses. We offer the opportunity to teach highly motivated children, in small classes, where you can make a real difference at this national centre of excellence for deaf education. No knowledge of sign language is required, as we follow an auditory/oral philosophy.

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The Role:

This is an opportunity to join a vibrant, dynamic and ambitious charity whose goal is to enable deaf children and young people to thrive and reach their full potential.

​The organisation has a good track record of raising substantial sums for major capital developments including an arts centre, new residential accommodation and most recently £4 million for a new Primary School for deaf children. ​You will be responsible for a small team and will need to be able to secure major donations from Trusts, Foundations and individuals.  The role is varied and takes in most areas of fundraising. You will also be responsible to for raising unrestricted funds annually.

The Fundraising Manager will manage the Trusts Fundraiser. The role works across two organisations: The Mary Hare Foundation and Mary Hare. These are two separate registered charities. The Mary Hare Foundation is the fundraising arm and Mary Hare is concerned with service delivery.

The largest fundraising targets are related to capital projects that are outlined by the School.There are some revenue fundraising targets, including the bursary scheme. The role is very hands on with both the management of fundraising and the implementation of fundraising activities, especially trust fundraising.

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About you: 

We are looking for someone with proven experience securing funding from trusts and foundations, with a strong track record of writing successful applications for significant grants (£200k+). You will be a confident and persuasive writer, able to communicate our impact concisely and compellingly, while building strong and long-lasting funder relationships. 

Proactive and tenacious, you excel at identifying and pursuing new funding opportunities. Highly organised, with keen attention to detail, you can manage multiple applications and deadlines effectively.

You will be familiar with organising a wide range of events and understand what makes a successful fundraising event.You will have experience of stewarding high level givers as well as securing donations from individuals and companies.You will also have:

• Excellent written skills to create accurate, powerful, compelling and persuasive copy in a range of formats. 
• Ability to match the needs of prospective funders with the needs of the charity. 
• Excellent networking and interpersonal skills with the ability to relate to people at all levels in person, on the phone, by video link or in written format. 
• Excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to plan and manage a demanding variety of tasks and manage conflicting priorities to meet deadlines.
• An entrepreneurial approach, able to identify and follow through new opportunities. Adaptable and flexible to a broad range of activities. 
• Self-starter with the ability to work under own initiative; driven and motivated to pursue new opportunities. Solid experience in tracking income and reporting. 

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Interview Date: Monday 7th July 2025

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Please note that Mary Hare adheres to Safer Recruitment Standards and as such all applications must be made via the Mary Hare website and using the Mary Hare Application Form.  Applications will only be considered via a completed Application Form; CV's cannot be accepted.

Mary Hare | Arlington Manor | Snelsmore Common | Newbury | Berkshire | RG14 3BQ

This School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form and successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. We are committed to securing genuine equality of opportunity in all aspects of our activities as an employer and education provider. The role you are applying for is ‘exempt’ from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974

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You'll be at the heart of developing powerful grant applications and building lasting relationships with trusts and foundations to bring life-changing projects to communities across Devon and beyond.

We offer flexible working, a collaborative team and a values-led culture rooted in inclusion, empowerment and innovation. You'll have the freedom to shape strategy, the support to grow professionally and the opportunity to deliver tangible, visible impact.

If you have a talent for storytelling, a head for strategy and a heart for social change, we would love to hear from you. This is your opportunity to deliver visible impact, build brighter futures and be part of something special.