Groups and volunteering development manager jobs
How's your job search on our site?
Role Description
Working closely with colleagues and project partners, the Volunteer Manager will lead the recruitment, training, development and management of volunteers across the Cathedral and Abbey site as part of the Abbey of St Edmund Reborn project, funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
The postholder will develop and implement a comprehensive volunteering strategy, ensuring volunteers are recruited safely, supported effectively and equipped with the skills to deliver a wide range of roles. The role will promote an inclusive volunteering culture, strengthen partnerships and ensure volunteers make a meaningful contribution to the Cathedral, the Abbey site and the wider heritage project.
About Our Volunteers
Volunteers are at the heart of Cathedral life and make an invaluable contribution to worship, welcome, learning, heritage, visitor engagement and events. Current volunteer opportunities are wide and varied, including Bell Ringers, Guides, Flower Arrangers, Shop Volunteers, Learning Volunteers, Sunday Morning Coffee Volunteers, St Ed's Singers, Gardeners, Young Families Volunteers, Servers, Events Volunteers, Vergers and Welcome and Information Volunteers. The Volunteer Manager will support these established teams while developing new opportunities as the Abbey of St Edmund Reborn project progresses.
Key Responsibilities
Volunteer Strategy and Leadership
- Develop, implement and review the Cathedral's Volunteering Strategy.
- Lead the development of a sustainable volunteer programme.
- Ensure volunteering reflects sector best practice and supports the Cathedral's strategic objectives.
- Build strong working relationships with volunteer team leaders and provide ongoing support and guidance.
- Act as the primary point of contact for volunteers.
Recruitment, Induction and Volunteer Management
- Lead the recruitment, induction and ongoing management of volunteers across a wide range of roles.
- Ensure all volunteer recruitment complies with Church of England Safer Recruitment principles, including references and DBS checks where required.
- Develop and maintain volunteer role descriptions in partnership with volunteer team leaders.
- Maintain an accurate volunteer database, matching volunteers' skills and interests with organisational needs.
- Produce, maintain and regularly review the Volunteer Handbook.
- Receive volunteer feedback, concerns and ideas, escalating issues where appropriate.
Training and Development
- Design, coordinate and deliver volunteer induction, training and ongoing development programmes.
- Identify opportunities for volunteers to develop new skills.
- Ensure safeguarding and mandatory training remains current and accurately recorded.
- Regularly review volunteer practices to maintain high standards of service and visitor experience.
Inclusion, Engagement and Communications
- Promote equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility throughout the volunteer programme.
- Develop recruitment approaches that encourage applications from underrepresented communities and remove barriers to participation.
- Implement an effective volunteer communications plan to keep volunteers informed, engaged and recognised.
- Work closely with the Marketing and Communications Manager to promote volunteering opportunities and celebrate volunteer achievements. Key Responsibilities
Partnership Working
- Work collaboratively with partners including English Heritage, Historic England, West Suffolk Council and local organisations to ensure a consistent and positive volunteer experience across the Cathedral, Abbey and wider heritage site.
- Develop and maintain productive relationships with community organisations across the region.
Monitoring, Evaluation and Budget Management
- Collect, monitor and analyse volunteer data, including volunteer numbers, hours and feedback.
- Support project evaluation and reporting requirements for the Abbey of St Edmund Reborn project.
- Produce regular reports identifying trends, achievements and future opportunities.
- Prepare and manage the volunteer budget, monitoring expenditure and reporting against forecasts.
Visitor Experience
- Ensure volunteers contribute to an outstanding visitor experience for all users of the Cathedral, including worshippers, pilgrims, tourists and event attendees.
- Support volunteers in presenting a welcoming, professional and inclusive image of the Cathedral in all interactions with visitors and stakeholders.
General Responsibilities
- Demonstrate commitment to the Cathedral's values, mission and inclusive culture.
- Work collaboratively with clergy, staff, volunteers and the wider congregation.
- Comply with all organisational policies relating to safeguarding, health and safety, equality, data protection and other statutory requirements.
- Work flexibly, including occasional evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays. Time off in lieu will normally be provided, with overtime payable for agreed external events where applicable.
- Undertake any other duties reasonably required by the Chief Operating Officer.
Person Specification
Essential Qualities
- Managing volunteers across a range of roles using recognised best practice.
- Developing and implementing volunteer strategies, policies and procedures.
- Recruiting, inducting, training and supporting volunteers.
- Working successfully with paid staff and volunteers. Monitoring, evaluating and reporting on projects or programmes.
- Developing partnerships with community organisations, charities or public bodies.
- Leading teams within a visitor-focused environment.
- Line management, partnership working and stakeholder engagement.
- Working with diverse communities and promoting inclusive participation.
Knowledge and skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands.
- Ability to influence, motivate and build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Ability to work effectively within a heritage, commercial and place of worship environment.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
Personal Attributes
- Understanding of the Cathedral's role as a place of worship, welcome, heritage and community engagement.
- Flexible approach to working hours, including occasional evenings and weekends.
- Collaborative, approachable and committed to excellent visitor and volunteer experiences.
- High Emotional Intelligence
Desirable Qualities
- Experience within a cathedral, church or heritage organisation.
- Background in heritage, tourism, hospitality or the cultural sector.
- Degree or equivalent professional qualification.
- Awareness of the ministry, mission and civic role of the Church of England and its cathedrals
It is our aim to be a centre for learning, both for the Christian faith and beyond.



The Hepatitis C Trust (HCT) is the UK patient-led charity for hepatitis C. The arrival of highly effective drugs allows us to cure almost everyone who has access to them. We now have an unprecedented opportunity to eliminate hepatitis C by 2030.
We are looking for a passionate and skilled manager who has excellent communication and organisational skills. Working under the guidance of the Southern Regional Manager, you will oversee a staff team and an expanding network of peer programs across Surrey.
Experience of working with disadvantaged groups and an understanding of providing services to vulnerable people is essential, alongside an understanding of how lived experience can support this work.
Your work will involve maintaining and monitoring our existing HCT peer projects across Surrey. This will involve providing support and supervision to existing staff, managing operational issues on a day-to-day basis and overseeing the management of local projects.
This post also involves regular liaison with external partners across the region, including key stakeholders and NHS colleagues at the Surrey Operational Delivery Network (ODN), alongside drug and alcohol services, hostels, outreach services etc.
We may begin interviewing candidates before the closing date and reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed.
The Hepatitis C Trust is a charity dedicated to eliminating hepatitis C in the UK by 2030.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Could you help parents and carers of LGBTQ+ children and young people create space for their child to thrive?
Allsorts is seeking a Parents & Carers Service Support Worker to join our team and help make a real difference to our growing community of parents & carers who support the LGBTQ+ young people in their lives.
Working with the Senior Practitioner, you will help facilitate groups and provide 1:1 support to parents and carers, as well as supporting family-focused events. The role also leads on administration and data management for the service.
Come help us make a difference to families across Sussex.
Key Responsibilities:
Delivering and developing the Parents & Carers Service
● Facilitate and co-facilitate online and in-person groups, activities, and events in a wide range of locations across Sussex.
●Provide welcoming one-to-one support to parents and carers, mostly online and occasionally in person
●Co-deliver the Evolve project for families with young people on the NHS waiting list to build their resilience, confidence, and strengthen family relationships.
●Attend in-person and online meetings, events and networking opportunities with other organisations and professionals to promote our service.
●Nurture the development of a safe, supportive and empathetic Parents & Carers community by encouraging connections and attendance at events and groups.
● Collaborate with colleagues to integrate the Parents & Carers Service with Allsorts Youth Services to provide wide-ranging and high-quality service for the whole family.
Administration for the Parents & Carers Service
● Manage the referral system to ensure that data is recorded in a timely and accurate manner, and that referrals are processed within expected timeframes.
● Use Eventbrite to manage and promote events.
● Use Mailchimp to write a monthly newsletter for Parents & Carers, and to manage our mailing list.
● Update our digital notice board with information, and monitor the Parents & Carers private Facebook group.
Salary: £13,202 (full-time salary equivalent is £26,403)
NJC Scale 4, Point 7
Hours: 18.5 hours
Contract: Fixed term until March 31st 2028, with possible extension subject to funding
Annual Leave: 27 days, plus bank holidays pro rata
About You:
You are a warm, engaging professional with experience of working in support roles with adults or children. You bring excellent collaboration and communication skills and the confidence to lead group discussions. You’ve got an eye for detail and strong administration skills.
You don’t have to be LGBTQ+, but you must have a deep understanding of the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ children and young people and families and a commitment to equity and inclusion.
Why Join Us?
This is a rare opportunity to join a respected children and young people’s organisation in a role that has enormous potential. You’ll be part of a team that’s passionate about making a real difference in the lives of LGBTQ+ children, young people, and their families.
About Allsorts
At Allsorts Youth, we are on a mission to make sure every LGBTQ+ child in Sussex has the chance to make friends, build community & feel proud of who they are.
We want parents & carers to know they are not alone & feel confident supporting their children. We want every adult in an LGBTQ+ child’s life - from their teacher to their GP - to be safe & welcoming.
Our vision is of a world where LGBTQ+ children & young people can be themselves and enjoy their lives.
By placing children and young people’s voices at the centre of our work, we ensure that our understanding of their ongoing and evolving needs continues to inform our service provision.
There are three main strands to our service provision, all of which aim to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ children and young people.
Youth Service: We offer youth groups and programmes, youth coaching, activities, residential trips, and much more for children and young people across Sussex.
Parents & Carers Service: We offer groups, one-to-one support, activities, information sessions, and much more for parents & carers of LGBTQ+ children and young people across Sussex.
Training and Education Service: We provide LGBTQ+ Inclusion Training for a wide range of organisations, with a focus on organisations working with children and young people. We also run a schools programme.
Job Title:
Parents & Carers Service Support Worker
Salary:
£13,202 (full-time salary equivalent is £26,403)
NJC Scale 4, Point 7
Contract: Fixed term until March 31st 2028, with possible extension subject to funding
Part time
Hours of Work:
18.5 hours per week
Location: Brighton & Hove
Annual Leave:
27 days, plus bank holidays pro rata
Allsorts Youth Project listens to, supports, and connects children & young people (under 26) who are LGBTQ+.



Actively Interviewing
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!
Job Title: Fundraising Manager
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £40,000
Hours per week: 28 hours 4 days per week
Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays (Pro Rota)
Role Description
The Senior Fundraising Manager will play a key strategic role in supporting the mission and ministry of St Edmundsbury Cathedral by developing and delivering a diverse range of fundraising activities, with a particular focus on Trusts and Foundations, major funding opportunities, donor stewardship and the growth of sustainable income.
Working closely with the senior leadership team, the role will identify and develop new funding opportunities, build strong relationships with Trusts and Foundations, and lead the preparation and submission of high-quality funding applications and reports. The postholder will also oversee the Cathedral’s Patron and donor relationships, legacy and regular giving activity, and provide strategic oversight of major fundraising events and initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Legacy and Appeals
- Support and develop the Cathedral’s legacy giving strategy, helping to encourage and secure gifts in wills.
- Work with colleagues and volunteers to develop appropriate legacy communications and stewardship activity.
- Provide strategic support for the delivery of fundraising appeals, including the biennial ‘Gift Day’.
- Review and evaluate fundraising appeals, identifying opportunities to improve engagement and income.
Trusts and Foundations
- Develop and implement a Trusts and Foundations fundraising strategy to increase income and diversify the Cathedral’s funding base.
- Research and identify new Trusts, Foundations and other institutional funding opportunities aligned with the Cathedral’s mission, ministry and strategic priorities.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective Trusts and Foundations, ensuring effective stewardship and ongoing engagement.
- Lead the development and submission of high-quality funding applications, working with colleagues across the Cathedral to gather relevant information, budgets, impact measures and supporting evidence.
- Maintain a comprehensive pipeline of funding opportunities, applications, deadlines and outcomes.
- Ensure funders receive timely, accurate and engaging updates on the impact of their support.
- Develop compelling cases for support and funding proposals for a range of projects and priorities.
- Support colleagues with grant applications where appropriate, providing guidance on funder requirements, application development and reporting.
- Monitor changes in the funding landscape and identify emerging opportunities for the Cathedral.
Donor Acknowledgement and CRM Management
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date donor records in the fundraising CRM database, Donorfy, including donation history, communications and engagement activity.
- Ensure appropriate systems and processes are in place for effective donor stewardship and relationship management.
- Produce reports and analysis from Donorfy to support fundraising planning, decision-making and income monitoring.
- Ensure donors and Patrons are thanked and acknowledged appropriately and in a timely manner, including personal correspondence and letters from the Dean where appropriate.
- Use donor data and insight to identify opportunities for increased engagement, retention and income.
Planned and Regular Giving
- Work with the Planned Giving Committee to develop and implement a strategy for increasing regular giving.
- Develop communications that encourage supporters to become regular givers.
Patrons and Donors
- Manage and develop relationships with existing Patrons and key donors, ensuring high standards of engagement through regular communications, including e-newsletters, invitations and other appropriate engagement activities.
- Oversee the delivery of the Cathedral’s Patron events, including the Patrons’ Carol Service, Spring Trip and Summer Garden Party, working with colleagues to ensure events are delivered to a high standard.
- Monitor Patron membership, renewal dates and income, ensuring effective processes are in place for timely renewal communications.
- Work closely with the Finance Department to ensure Patron income and donations are accurately recorded and reconciled.
- Develop and implement strategies to grow the Cathedral’s Patron network and strengthen relationships with existing supporters.
- Identify opportunities to deepen donor engagement and develop supporters towards increased giving and longterm involvement with the Cathedral.
Major Fundraising Initiatives and Events
- Provide fundraising leadership and strategic oversight for major Cathedral fundraising initiatives and projects as required.
- Support the delivery team of the Abbey of St Edmund, Reborn Project, providing fundraising expertise and advice as required.
- Oversee the fundraising strategy and income generation associated with major fundraising events, including the Grand Nave Autumn Ball, ensuring that events have clear fundraising objectives and deliver against agreed targets.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues responsible for event planning and delivery, providing strategic fundraising direction, supporter engagement and stewardship.
- Ensure that income and expenditure associated with fundraising events and initiatives are accurately recorded and monitored.
- Evaluate fundraising activity and provide recommendations to maximise future income and supporter engagement.
Strategy, Planning and Reporting
- Contribute to the development and implementation of the Cathedral’s overall fundraising strategy and annual fundraising plans.
- Set and monitor fundraising targets across relevant income streams, providing regular updates to senior colleagues and relevant committees.
- Use fundraising data, research and analysis to identify opportunities for growth and inform strategic decisionmaking.
- Prepare reports for senior leadership, Trustees and relevant committees as required. Work collaboratively across the Cathedral to ensure fundraising opportunities are identified and developed effectively.
- Ensure all fundraising activity reflects the mission, values and ethos of St Edmundsbury Cathedral and is undertaken with the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.
- Ensure compliance with relevant fundraising regulations, GDPR and data protection requirements, and best practice in donor stewardship.
- Support and develop a culture of fundraising across the Cathedral, encouraging colleagues to recognise and maximise opportunities for philanthropic support.
Person Specification
Essential Qualities
Qualifications
- Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience.
- Evidence of continuing professional development in fundraising or a related field.
Experience
- Significant experience in fundraising or income generation roles, with a proven track record of securing income and meeting or exceeding fundraising targets.
- Proven experience of developing and managing relationships with Trusts and Foundations and other institutional funders.
- Demonstrable experience of researching funding opportunities and developing successful grant and funding applications.
- Experience of managing donor relationships and delivering effective stewardship and engagement programmes.
- Experience of developing and delivering fundraising strategies across a range of income streams.
- Experience of managing or overseeing fundraising campaigns, appeals or events.
- Experience of using fundraising data and CRM systems to support donor management, reporting and strategic decisionmaking.
- Experience of monitoring and reporting on restricted and unrestricted funding.
- Experience of preparing funding reports and ensuring compliance with funder requirements.
Knowledge
- Strong understanding of Trusts and Foundations fundraising and the wider fundraising landscape.
- Good understanding of a range of fundraising income streams, including individual giving, Trusts and Foundations, major donors, corporate and community fundraising.
- Knowledge of fundraising regulations, GDPR, data protection and ethical fundraising practices.
- Understanding of budgeting, financial planning and monitoring in relation to fundraising.
- Understanding of effective donor stewardship, cultivation and relationship management.
- Knowledge of the principles and importance of legacy and regular giving.
Skills and Abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce compelling funding proposals, cases for support, reports and donor communications.
- Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build credibility and maintain positive relationships with funders, donors, Patrons and colleagues.
- Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and assess new funding opportunities.
- Excellent project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines and funding applications effectively.
- Ability to use data and insight to inform fundraising decisions, monitor performance and measure impact.
- Ability to manage and maintain accurate records using a CRM system such as Donorfy.
- Ability to work collaboratively across teams and influence colleagues to support fundraising objectives.
- Ability to oversee and provide strategic direction to fundraising activities and initiatives.
Personal Qualities
- Highly motivated, proactive and results-driven.
- Strategic and creative thinker, with the ability to identify and develop new fundraising opportunities.
- Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Ability to work independently, use initiative and take responsibility for delivering agreed objectives.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and build effective relationships across the organisation.
- Resilient, flexible and able to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure.
- Professional, trustworthy and committed to the highest standards of integrity and ethical fundraising.
- Commitment to the values and mission of St Edmundsbury Cathedral.
- Sensitive to the Cathedral’s core mission as a place of worship, outreach, welcome and care.
- Willingness to work varying hours for fundraising activities and functions, including occasional evenings and weekends, as required.
Desirable
Qualities Qualifications
- Relevant professional fundraising qualification, such as a qualification from the Chartered Institute of Fundraising.
Experience
- Experience of working with high-net-worth individuals, major donors or philanthropic supporters.
- Experience of securing significant gifts or grants from Trusts and Foundations.
- Experience of fundraising within the Church of England or another faith-based organisation.
- Experience of working in a heritage, cultural, charitable or not-for-profit organisation.
- Experience of overseeing fundraising events or major fundraising initiatives.
Skills and Knowledge
- Knowledge of the funding landscape relevant to heritage, faith, community or charitable organisations.
- Experience of public speaking and presenting to donors, funders, committees or other stakeholders.
- Knowledge of legacy fundraising and planned giving.
- Experience of using Donorfy or a similar fundraising CRM system.
It is our aim to be a centre for learning, both for the Christian faith and beyond.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
Purpose of the role
The Project Manager will lead the delivery of MindOut's National Lottery Heritage Fund project, Speaking Our Minds: MindOut 25+ Years and LGBTQ Mental Health, an innovative 18-month heritage programme documenting, preserving and sharing over 25 years of LGBTQ mental health history.
Working with LGBTQ communities, volunteers, staff, former service users, heritage partners and community organisations, the postholder will oversee all aspects of project planning, delivery, evaluation and legacy. This includes oral history collection, digital archiving, volunteer management, community engagement, public exhibitions and dissemination activities.
The Project Manager will ensure the project is delivered safely, ethically and inclusively whilst meeting all National Lottery Heritage Fund outcomes, budgets, milestones and reporting requirements.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a significant LGBTQ heritage project that will create a lasting record of community resilience, mental health activism, peer support and social change.
Role description
You will bring the experience, confidence, organisational skills and values required to lead a complex community heritage programme involving lived experience storytelling, volunteer participation, community partnerships and public engagement.
Main Tasks
Project Management
· Manage the set up and delivery of a new Speaking Our Minds project in a medium-size charity.
· Develop and maintain detailed work plans, project timelines, budgets, risk management and ensure milestones and National Lottery Heritage Fund requirements are met.
· Provide regular progress reports in line with project timeline, budgets and outcomes for the Charity Director
· Ensure all project activity is delivered in accordance with MindOut's organisational policies.
Community Participation & Co-production
· Establish and facilitate a Community Advisory Group to guide project development and decision-making.
· Design and deliver co-production workshops, reflection sessions and community consultation activities centring values such as co-production, lived experience and trauma aware with diverse participation and inclusion.
Oral History & Heritage Collection
· Lead the collection of a minimum of 25 oral histories documenting LGBTQ mental health heritage.
· Ensure interviews are conducted ethically and in accordance with Oral History Society guidance and project protocols.
· Coordinate transcription, metadata creation, cataloguing and archive preparation.
· Oversee collection of photographs, documents, memorabilia and contextual materials that support interpretation of MindOut's history.
· Ensure safeguarding, consent and ethical storytelling principles are followed throughout the collection process.
Volunteer Recruitment & Management
· Recruit, train, supervise and support project volunteers.
· Develop clear volunteer roles and learning opportunities.
· Coordinate volunteer involvement in oral history, outreach, events and heritage activities.
· Ensure volunteers receive appropriate induction, support and supervision.
· Create an inclusive and positive volunteering experience that builds skills and confidence.
Heritage Preservation & Digital Archiving
· Work with Queer Heritage South, The Keep and other partners to ensure heritage materials are preserved to recognised standards.
· Oversee processes for cataloguing, digital storage and archival preparation.
· Ensure heritage materials are managed according to agreed metadata, accessibility and licensing requirements.
· Support the creation of sustainable heritage systems and organisational learning that continue beyond the project lifespan.
· Contribute to the development of MindOut's long-term heritage strategy and legacy planning.
Events, Exhibitions & Public Engagement
· Deliver a programme of public engagement activities and community events.
· Coordinate the development of exhibitions, digital outputs and learning resources.
· Work collaboratively with partners including Photoworks and heritage organisations.
· Support communications and promotional activity alongside the Communications Co-ordinator.
· Ensure all events are well planned, accessible and effectively evaluated.
Partnership Development
· Build and maintain strong relationships with heritage organisations, archives, universities, community groups and cultural partners.
· Act as the principal contact for external project partners and commissioned specialists.
· Represent MindOut at meetings, conferences and partnership events.
· Develop opportunities for future collaboration and sustainability beyond the funded project period.
Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting
· Maintain project monitoring systems and data collection processes.
· Work with the external evaluator to assess outcomes and impact.
· Produce regular reports for the Charity Director, Trustees, Advisory Group and funders.
· Monitor budgets, risks and project performance.
· Ensure learning and evaluation are embedded throughout the project lifecycle.
Full details and job spec please view attached document.
Interviews to be held 26th & 27th August.
We work to improve the mental health and wellbeing of all LGBTQ+ people, reduce stigma and make LGBTQ+ mental health a community concern.
Are you an exceptional communicator who enjoys building relationships, delivering memorable experiences and helping others connect with a meaningful cause? We invite you to apply for the Development Officer - Gardens, Libraries & Museums (GLAM) position within Development and Alumni Engagement at the University of Oxford, where your work will help secure philanthropic support for one of the world's leading universities.
Location: Oxford, with hybrid working available
Salary: Grade 6: £35,681 - £41,636 per annum, with a possible extension to £45,212 including an Oxford University Weighting of £1,730
Contract: Permanent, Full time
About Us
Spanning the historic streets of the "city of dreaming spires", the University of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for ten consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you'll contribute to an organisation which delivers ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations.
Development and Alumni Engagement (DAE) plays a central role in enabling the University's ambitions by building meaningful relationships with alumni, philanthropists, trusts, foundations and partners around the world. Within the Gardens, Libraries and Museums team, you'll help unlock philanthropic support that preserves world-renowned collections, expands access to knowledge and enables cultural engagement for future generations. Your work will directly contribute to initiatives that enrich research, education and public understanding on a global scale.
What We Offer
Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:
- 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays), with the option to purchase up to 10 additional days.
- One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education.
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
- An excellent contributory pension scheme.
- Sustainable travel benefits, including cycle loans, discounted bus travel and season ticket loans.
- Access to a wide range of social, cultural and sporting activities.
About the Role
This is an excellent opportunity to build a career in major gift fundraising within one of the world's most respected cultural institutions. Working with experienced colleagues, you'll develop your own portfolio of donors, helping to secure philanthropic support for the Bodleian and across the Gardens, Libraries and Museums.
Alongside developing donor relationships, you'll lead the delivery of two high-profile annual stewardship events attended by senior University figures, oversee annual fundraising appeals and create compelling proposals and communications that inspire philanthropic support. You'll work closely with colleagues across the University to turn complex academic and cultural projects into engaging stories for donors.
Whether you're already working in fundraising or bring transferable experience from events, communications, alumni relations or another externally facing role, you'll receive training and support to develop your expertise in major gifts fundraising.
About You
You will bring:
- Experience in fundraising, alumni relations, marketing or other relationship-focused roles.
- Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to produce engaging and persuasive content for different audiences.
- Experience of planning and delivering high-quality events
- Strong relationship-building skills, with confidence working with a wide range of stakeholders.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities, organise your own workload and deliver to deadlines.
- Experience using Microsoft Office applications and CRM or relationship management systems.
- A demonstrable interest in the cultural sector and a desire to develop a career in philanthropic fundraising.
Application Process
To apply, please upload:
- A covering letter/supporting statement
- Your CV
- The details of two referees
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday 3 August 2026.
Face-to-face interviews will take place funon Thursday 13 August 2026
We raise funds in support of the University’s academic priorities, securing donations for all aspects of academic and student endeavour.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Grade: NJC Point 23 - £34,434 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (excluding a 30-minute break each day)
Days: Monday to Friday (core hours are worked between 8am – 6pm)
Contract: Full-time, 12-month contract (possibility of extension subject to funding)
Responsible to: Grants Manager
Place of work: Based at Salford CVS’ offices in Eccles, Salford, M30 0FN, and in community settings
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Salford CVS to support our grants and investment programmes.
We are looking to recruit a full-time (37.5 hours per week) Grants Development Worker on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
You will assist the Grants Manager and Grants Co-ordinator in the development and delivery of a large grants and investments programme, aimed at voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations and schools, in excess of £2m per year and largely focused on addressing health inequalities in the city of Salford. The role will be based in both the office and community settings.
To be successful, you will be able to communicate effectively with people from a wide range of backgrounds, from small community groups to large charities, schools and public sector commissioners. This will include tailoring information, advice and guidance to the needs of the VCSE sector.
The Benefits of Working for Salford CVS
- 28 days’ holiday - rising to 30 days (after five years), plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part-time)
- Enhanced company sick and maternity pay, subject to terms and conditions of service
- Pension scheme - with 7% employer contribution (and 1% mandatory employee contribution)
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Membership of the Hospital Saturday Fund via an employer subsidised scheme (optional and non-contractual)
- RHS family membership (optional and non-contractual)
- Development opportunities - we support and encourage our staff to progress in their careers (including formal training)
- A supportive working culture - we respect and support one another to do the best we can
For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the ‘apply’ button.
Closing date: 9am, Monday 17th August 2026.
Interviews will take place in person at Salford CVS’ offices in Eccles on Thursday 27th August 2026.
Actively Interviewing
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!
UoGSU is a value-driven organisation. The work we do has the power to impact the real, lived experiences of our members - and how we do it is incredibly important. UoGSU exists to support its members to overcome the myriad challenges they face, so that they can love their time at the University of Gloucestershire.
Students’ Unions are amazing membership organisations bringing together hundreds of students with shared and varied interests. The Student Activities & Communities Manager is a key role within UoGSU to support our members to feel a sense of belonging whilst at University.
Managing and leading a growing team this post will support the delivery of a range of engaging events and enable our various student groups to access a highquality service. This role holder will work across the SU to drive positive student engagement and deliver a sector leading experience for our member.
To all our members and stakeholders, we promise to be:
- Inclusive
- Democratic
- Courageous
- Sustainable
To apply and see our full job pack, please visit our website.
For an informal conversation, please visit our website.
Key Details
Closing Date: Sunday 23rd August 2026
Interview Date: w/c 31st August 2026
Start Date: ASAP - September 2026 or can be negotiated
Applications are to be made by submitting a CV and supporting statement of no more than 2 pages. We advise that you look through the person specification in the job pack available on our website.
Candidates can arrange an informal conversation with Lou Fensome, Chief Operating Officer, in advance of submitting an application. To arrange an informal conversation, please contact find contact details in the job pack via our website.
Key details
Position: Student Activities & Communities Manager
Responsible to: Chief Operating Officer
Location: Across all of the main University of Gloucestershire sites with an office space location in Gloucester and Cheltenham. Flexible working to be negotiated.
Hours: 35 hours a week (full time)
Salary: £31,030
Main duties and responsibilities
Deliver high quality community events
- Lead on the delivery of our large-scale events including our Welcome events, our Varsity series and Student Awards
- Manage our SU crew volunteering programme which takes place in the early part of each academic year
- Have oversight of all student-led events ensuring we deliver innovative, bespoke and targeted activities for our members
- Ensuring delivery of a portfolio of SU-led events designed to maximise student engagement and experience
- Manage and support staff to lead and support student groups to produce engaging events to create a sense of community
Delivering excellent student groups
- Manage the creation of engagement plans with student led committees to increase engagement and support the development of groups in such a way to ensure their sustainability
- Manage the delivery of sporting and society activity across UoGSU
- Develop and deliver training and support for student volunteers who lead sports clubs, societies and other student groups within UoGSU
- Develop an inclusive and welcoming culture across all UoGSU student groups, supporting staff in the Student Communities Department to challenge negative cultures where they might arise
- Create and set annual departmental KPIs, monitoring these and reporting as required on the work of the Department
- Have oversight for member discipline and complaints within student groups contributing to an effective and fair process
- Support daily operations for the department where necessary
To view our full job pack and person specification, please visit our website.
UoGSU exists to support its members to overcome the myriad challenges they face, so that they can love their time at the University of Gloucestershire
Actively Interviewing
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!
We’re recruiting a Social Value Advisor to join our Social Value team, supporting projects and partnerships across the Southwest and Wales. In this role, you will play a central part in delivering our Group Social Value Strategy and championing the impact we create with our partners and appointed companies throughout the region.
This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are passionate about making a positive difference in local communities. In this role, you will work in the Social Value Team and the Charities Liaison Team, supporting wider Group functions by playing a key part in ensuring our initiatives continue to improve lives and places. You will assist LHCPG’s Group and Regional Business Units in implementing the broader Social Value Strategy across our products, services and projects, whilst collaborating with associate partners and companies planning community projects and supporting them to report on the outcomes of their social value plans.
You will also be:
- Helping develop procedures, toolsand resources for social value management and reporting
- Gathering data to report on achievements and social impact
This dynamic, cross-regional role supports colleagues and customers across the Southwest and Wales. The position requires travel throughout your assigned areas, meaning a valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential. Additionally, you must live within a commutable distance to attend your designated regional office at least once a month for team collaboration
We are looking for a candidate with strong interpersonal abilities, capable of collaborating and engaging effectively with various teams and stakeholders at all levels. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent attention to detail, possess outstanding verbal and written communication skills and evidence proficiency in IT, including familiarity with relevant systems and software packages. You can confidently present content to colleagues and clients and turn strategic plans into measurable results. You will also have:
- A degree in a relevant subject or relevant experience in corporate socialresponsibilityor social impact and innovation
- Knowledge of social value approaches and measurement frameworks used in the public sector
- Demonstrable understanding of the importance of social value
Working in the public sector, charities, housing or construction experience would be advantageous but not essential. Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a full list of responsibilities and attributes.
We are planning to conduct initial interviews w/c 31st August, followed by final interviews on 7th and 8th September. Please ensure your availability for these dates, as shortlisted candidates will be contacted with further details regarding the interview process. The proposed start date will early October 2026.
What you’ll get:
- Salary of £39,975 per annum
- Car Allowance of £5,740 per annum
- Highly attractive pension scheme
- 29 days holiday + bank holidays
- Hybrid working
- £300 per annum personal wellbeing allowance
- Flexibility, volunteering day, employee discounts and more
It is encouraged that all candidates submit a cover letter to support their application. Please note that we reserve the right to close this job posting before the application deadline if suitable candidates are identified
We improve lives and places through the impact of our products & services and social value generated through our community benefit funding & activity
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The Group Governance and Risk Manager will play a pivotal leadership role in supporting our mission to improve lives and places. The postholder will ensure LHCPG operates with transparency, integrity and accountability, reflecting our values and reinforcing trust with the Board, colleagues and the communities we serve.
Working closely with the Board and Senior Leadership Team (SLT), you will shape how governance, risk and assurance operate across the organisation - ensuring effective decision-making in practice, while leading and developing the governance function, including line management responsibility.
You will also:
- Support the Board and senior leaders, ensuring effective governance in practice - from decision-making through to delivery
- Embed a clear, practical approach to risk across the organisation, enabling teams to understand their responsibilities and take informed decisions
- Lead the development of governance, audit and assurance - strengthening oversight and organisational performance
- Oversee policy, compliance and data protection arrangements to ensure the organisation meets its obligations and maintains high standards
What we’re looking for:
Applicants should hold a relevant degree, recognised governance qualification, or be able to demonstrate equivalent senior-level experience. The postholder will bring a strong, current understanding of governance models, regulatory requirements and legal obligations, together with experience gained within a Secretariat or Governance team in a regulated environment. A proven track record of providing high-quality governance support and trusted advice to Boards and Committees is essential.
You will also bring:
- A demonstrable track record of designing, implementing and embedding governance and assurance frameworks at organisational level
- Experience of leading the full internal audit cycle and using assurance activity to strengthen organisational performance
- Proven ability of leading risk management frameworks and maintaining strategic and operational risk registers
- Experience of managing organisation-wide policies and business systems to ensure strong governance and compliance
- Experience of operating as a Data Protection Officer, with sound knowledge of UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018
- Demonstrable capability to exercise sound judgement, think strategically and lead through complexity and ambiguity
- Well-developed organisational skills, capable to manage competing priorities and operate confidently at senior level
- Please refer to the job description and person specification attached for full details of the role and its requirements.
What you’ll get:
- From £66,189 per annum
- Wellbeing allowance of £300 per annum via a portal (taxable)
- Discretionary annual bonus
- 34 days holiday plus bank holidays, option to buy up more, plus birthday leave
- Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan after probation (taxable)
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (after 1 year of service)
- 10 days per year ‘work from anywhere’ opportunity
- 1.5 days personal volunteering leave and team volunteering opportunities
- £1000 pa individual training budget and development support
- Generous pension arrangements
It is encouraged that all candidates submit a cover letter to support their application. Please note that we reserve the right to close this job posting before the application deadline if suitable candidates are identified
We improve lives and places through the impact of our products & services and social value generated through our community benefit funding & activity
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The Volunteer Coordinator (Nag’s Head Farm) will lead the recruitment, administration and support of volunteers for Camp Jojo’s Cumbria camps. As the main point of contact throughout the volunteer journey, they will manage applications, maintain databases, coordinate communications and ensure volunteers are successfully placed at camp.
Working closely with the Operations Manager and supported by the experienced team at Ivy Farm, Essex, the role also includes providing administrative support and attending volunteer-related meetings. This is a varied and rewarding role requiring strong organisational, communication and time-management skills.
Approximately 80% of the role can be carried out remotely; however, the successful candidate will be required to attend each camp at Nag’s Head Farm, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria. The position is seasonal, with increased hours during spring and summer and attendance required during school holiday camp periods.
While approximately 80% of the role can be carried out remotely, some on-site attendance will be required throughout the year including attendance at each camp over the summer (2026 there are 3 camps taking place).
To support families of children with complex needs and disabilities by enabling them to enjoy a family camping experience



Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
The Communications Manager provides operational leadership for CLAPA's communications delivery, ensuring communications and marketing activity is effectively planned, prioritised and delivered in support of the charity's strategic objectives.
Reporting to the Head of Communications and Marketing, the postholder is responsible for translating the communications strategy into coordinated day-to-day delivery. They will oversee the planning, scheduling and operational management of communications activity across the organisation, ensuring work is appropriately prioritised, resources are allocated effectively and projects are delivered to a consistently high standard.
The role directly manages CLAPA's Communications Officers, embedding effective planning, briefing and workflow processes that enable the team to deliver proactive, creative and high-quality communications.
Acting as the primary operational lead for communications delivery, the postholder will ensure colleagues across CLAPA receive responsive, well-planned communications support while maintaining clear priorities and protecting the team's capacity to deliver its best work.
If you think you have the talent, passion and experience to help us ensure we can always meet the needs of the community we serve, we want to hear from you.
Thank you for your interest in working at CLAPA.
In your cover letter please ensure that you detail your skills, knowledge and experience & how they relate to this role. Refer to the Job Description & Person Specification, giving examples from work, education, volunteering or personal experience where relevant. Please ensure that the information you give is relevant to the advertised post. Experience gained outside the UK is also relevant.
From diagnosis to adulthood. For a lifetime with cleft – we're here for the journey.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The Hepatitis C Trust (HCT) is the UK patient-led charity for hepatitis C. The arrival of highly effective drugs allows us to cure almost everyone who has access to them. We now have an unprecedented opportunity to eliminate hepatitis C by 2030.
We are looking for a passionate and skilled manager who has excellent communication and organisational skills. Working under the guidance of the Southern Regional Manager, you will oversee a staff team and an expanding network of peer programs across Kent.
Experience of working with disadvantaged groups and an understanding of providing services to vulnerable people is essential, alongside an understanding of how lived experience can support this work.
Your work will involve maintaining and monitoring our existing HCT peer projects across Kent. This will involve providing support and supervision to existing staff, managing operational issues on a day-to-day basis and overseeing the management of local projects.
This post also involves regular liaison with external partners across the region, including key stakeholders and NHS colleagues at the Kent Operational Delivery Network (ODN), alongside drug and alcohol services, hostels, outreach services etc.
We may begin interviewing candidates before the closing date and reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed.
The Hepatitis C Trust is a charity dedicated to eliminating hepatitis C in the UK by 2030.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The People Experience Manager plays a pivotal role in delivering an inclusive, engaging and well-supported workplace culture at Battersea. Reporting to the Head of People Experience, this role is responsible for translating strategic people priorities into high-quality, consistent and impactful operational delivery across the employee lifecycle.
With line management responsibility for People Coordinators, the role ensures the smooth running of core people processes and services, providing an excellent employee experience day-to-day. The People Experience Manager acts as a key link between strategy and delivery—supporting engagement and people operations while ensuring policies, processes and systems are effective, compliant and user-focused.
Working closely with managers and colleagues across Battersea, the role contributes to a culture where people feel valued, supported and able to do their best work for dogs and cats.
What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:
- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year.
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes.
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions - up to 10% employer contribution.
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans.
We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.
Our hybrid working model:
We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.
Diversity and inclusion:
We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.
We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best. Greyscale copies of the recruitment pack are also available on request.
More about us:
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.
Acceptable use of AI:
At Battersea, we value expertise. We recognise each candidate that applies to us will have a range of expertise they can offer us, so we want to hear about this in your own words. We understand the support that generative artificial intelligence (AI) software can offer but it can also lead to numerous applications presenting as generic and impersonal. This makes it difficult to gain understanding of your unique experience.
To best showcase yourself, we encourage you to write your responses without the assistance of AI. If you require the use of AI software to aid in completing your application, we ask you use the generative responses as a prompt for writing your answers and avoid copying and pasting. You must also ensure the information presented in your application accurately reflects your experience.
Closing date: 16th August 2026
All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.
Interview date(s): Week Commencing 31st August 2026
For more information about the role, please download our Recruitment pack.
Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. We believe that every dog and cat deserves the best.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Context
As the Community and Events Fundraising Officer, you will play a key part in ending youth homelessness in Scotland by inspiring people to support Rock Trust.
You will deliver exceptional supporter care and create meaningful experiences for everyone fundraising for us. Although a varied role, your work will follow strong themes – relationship building, spending time with supporters, and working with the Fundraising team; all to make a tangible difference for young people.
You’ll join an experienced and collaborative Fundraising and Communications team and be supported to identify opportunities to grow our community presence, take ownership of our community-led income, and inspire long term supporter loyalty to Rock Trust. In this varied and people-focused role you will meet and present to community groups such as schools, student societies, churches, and voluntary organisations. You may support groups to host their own events, take part in Youth and Philanthropy Initiative projects, or run collections, and you’ll play an important role in improving our supporter stewardship; helping create meaningful ways to connect with, and thank, our supporters.
You will also look after our events portfolio; recruiting participants, ensuring they receive top-notch stewardship, and supporting them in their fundraising journey. From our annual Firewalk to third-party challenges such as marathons and abseils, you’ll ensure that every participant has a fantastic experience. You’ll also use your creativity to bring fresh ideas to the table, adding to, and enhancing, our existing events programme to keep supporters engaged and inspired.
In the office, you will collaborate with teams such as Communications and Finance. You will help bring supporter stories to life, create engaging content, process donations, maintain our CRM database, and ensure fundraising activities run smoothly. You’ll also play an important part in supporting volunteers and volunteer groups, helping to create an excellent supporter experience at every stage.
This is a fantastic opportunity to combine creativity, relationship building, and event management in a role where no two days are the same. You’ll have the opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues, while putting your own stamp on the work we do. Most importantly, your work will directly help end youth homelessness in Scotland, giving you the chance to see the real impact your efforts make on the lives of young people.
- Reporting to - Partnerships Lead
- Direct reports - Occasional students and volunteers
- Team size - Fundraising & Communications team of 6
Rock Trust promotes a family friendly culture. As such, we welcome discussions around flexible working and/or compressed hours, consider hybrid working, and run a flexi-time system. This Community and Events Fundraising Officer role could work up to 40% of the week remotely. While 60% of the role would be ‘office based’, in practise this could mean out in the community meeting groups, delivering presentations, or at events.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.