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Job Description
Job Title: Senior Marketing Officer – Mass
Participation Fundraising
Directorate: Engagement & Fundraising
Team/Department: Supporter Led Fundraising
Date: August 20206
Context and Background
The NSPCC’s mission is to end cruelty to children by fighting for every childhood.
To carry out its charitable work the NSPCC relies on the fundraising support of
people across the UK for 90% of its income. Within Engagement and Fundraising
our aim is to provide maximum resources for the NSPCC, providing the best
possible supporter experience.
Mass Participation Fundraising is an important acquisition and income stream in
the NSPCC’s Engagement and Fundraising strategy, managing the delivery of a
portfolio of Third Party Events and Schools Fundraising products, as well as
stewarding supporters looking to do their own fundraising activity for the charity
(‘DIY’ fundraisers).
We are looking for a skilled Senior Marketing Officer, who will work across these
audience streams to coordinate marketing activity. This role will focus specifically
on marketing to mass audiences to reflect the breadth of audiences who take part
in Mass Participation Events. This includes parents, grandparents, professionals
who work with children, those with a personal connection to our charity, or simply
those who care deeply about children.
We are looking for a collaborative, enthusiastic marketing professional who has
experience delivering insights-driven marketing strategies that make an impact.
You’ll be a great communicator, able to build effective working relationships and
influence a range of stakeholders. You’ll be able to work independently and will
have a track record of successfully juggling multiple projects and competing
priorities to meet strict deadlines. You will also have experience working across
paid, owned and earned marketing channels.NSPCC
Job purpose
The role of the Senior Marketing Officer is to work with the Mass Participation
Team to coordinate and deliver the planning, execution and evaluation of events
fundraising marketing campaigns across all channels.
• Adopting a holistic view of all Mass Participation Team’s marketing to
ensure consistency, and will have a good understanding of how this fits with
the organisation’s strategic goals.
• Working with colleagues in the Mass Participation Team to strategically
manage the planning and coordination of events marketing across owned,
earned and paid channels, ensuring that all campaigns and activities are
integrated, informed, planned and evaluated, and that participation and
income targets are reached.
• Supporting stakeholder teams with strategic thinking during marketing
planning and delivery. This includes championing an audience-led
approach to ensure all communications targeted at mass audiences are
relevant and useful.
Key relationships - Internal
• Reports to the Associate Head of Mass Participation Fundraising
• Works closely with all members of the Mass Participation Team,
including sub-team managers and event fundraisers
• Works closely with other teams within the Engagement & Fundraising and
Brand and Marketing directorates to deliver integrated marketing plans.
Key relationships - External
• External media agency partner
• Freelance creatives – graphic designers, photographers, videographers.
EVERY CHILDHOOD IS WORTH FIGHTING FORNSPCC
Main duties and responsibilities
• Manage an integrated marketing approach across owned, earned and paid
channels to achieve participation targets and agreed KPIs, working closely with
event and product managers.
• To ensure maximum effectiveness and efficiency of mass participation marketing
activity through application of best practice campaign management.
• To take ownership of paid media campaigns for mass audiences in partnership
with our media agency partner. Tasks include the planning and optimisation of
activity across channels like pay-per-click and paid social media advertising.
• Be thorough and agile about monitoring campaign results and evaluating
campaigns, using insight to make informed decisions and determine future
marketing plans.
• To support with content creation where appropriate – this could include
copywriting, creative briefing, webpage updates, email marketing and photoshoot
coordination.
• Regularly benchmark against external fundraising marketing activity, keeping
abreast of current and emerging brand and marketing knowledge and practice and
equipping the team with knowledge and skills as appropriate.
• To work closely with staff across other departments to ensure marketing plans are
integrated and audience-led, in line with the organisation’s Supporter Centricity
Programme.
• To develop and maintain internal and external stakeholder and supplier relationships,
identifying and incorporating best industry standards and establishing best practice.
• To provide financial administrative support to budget holders, planning, forecasting
and tracking spend, and processing invoices and placing orders, in line with NSPCC
policies and procedures.
Responsibilities for all Staff within the Income Generation Directorate
• A commitment to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people and
adults at risk.
• To be responsible for updating databases and supporter information systems on a
regular basis in line with Data Protection legislation and NSPCC policy and
procedures to ensure all records are up-to-date and accurate.
• To actively participate in regular department and team meetings, contributing to
strategy, discussions and decisions which will be beneficial to the NSPCC's
development of fundraising activities.
• To maintain an awareness of own and others' Health and Safety and comply with the
NSPCC's Health and Safety policy and procedures.
• To take personal responsibility for keeping up to date with NSPCC work to end cruelty
to children, including securing updates on project and service developments and
general NSPCC news and also ensuring that the fundraising teams do likewise.
EVERY CHILDHOOD IS WORTH FIGHTING FORNSPCC
Person specification
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Proven experience delivering complex, multi-channel marketing
campaigns from planning through to delivery and evaluation, ideally in the
charity, not-for-profit or public sector
Highly developed written and verbal communication skills to deliver ideas
and activity updates to a range of stakeholders, and audiences, in a clear,
inspiring and confident way.
Well-developed ability to build, manage and develop relationships with
internal and external stakeholders in order to achieve and influence
project outcomes
Knowledge of digital and offline engagement and marketing techniques,
including digital media, social media, content marketing, email marketing
and paid advertising.
Excellent understanding of and empathy with the motivations of
supporters, and experience of working with clearly defined audience
segments.
Excellent understanding of recruitment and retention marketing
techniques, in order to achieve ambitious participation targets.
Well-developed numeracy skills to facilitate recording, interpreting,
analysing and presenting performance data to a range of stakeholders,
including those without a strong foundation of marketing knowledge.
Passionate about audience-led marketing that improves supporter
experience, with a personal commitment to the NSPCC’s values and
safeguarding principles.
Ability to plan and manage your own work, identifying conflicting demands
and establishing clear priorities to meet agreed objectives with a
willingness to work flexibly.
Proven ability of demonstrating initiative and creativity to achieve desired
outcomes.
EVERY CHILDHOOD IS WORTH FIGHTING FORNSPCC
Safer Recruitment
As an organisation, we are committed to creating and fostering a culture that promotes
safeguarding and the welfare of all children and adults at risk.
Our safer recruitment practices support this by ensuring that there is a consistent and thorough
process of obtaining, collating, analysing and evaluating information from and about candidates
to ensure that all persons appointed are suitable to work with our children and adults.
The recruitment and selection of our people will be conducted in a professional, timely and
responsive manner and in compliance with current employment legislation, and relevant
safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance.
Our principles:
• Always seek to recruit the best candidate for the role based on merit including their
skills, experience, motivation and competencies. Our robust recruitment and
• selection process should ensure the identification of the person best suited to the role
and the organisation.
• Committed to diversity and equality of opportunity and will interview all applicants
(internal and external) who self-declare at application as having a disability and who
• meet the minimum requirements in the person specification of the vacancy they are
applying for.
• We will make reasonable adjustments at all stages of the recruitment process in order
to enable successful candidates who declare disabilities to start working or
• volunteering their time with us.
• Any current member of staff or volunteer who wishes to apply for vacancies and is
suitably qualified will be considered and addressed fairly and objectively based on
their merit.
• As an organisation committed to safeguarding, we will ensure all under 18's joining the
organisation will have ongoing risk assessments to ensure their role and
• activities are safe and appropriate.
• All documentation relating to candidates will be treated confidentially in accordance
with the GDPR legislation.
Shape the future of Fréa – a unique partnership of three Irish charities working together to create greater impact.
We’re looking for an ambitious, creative fundraiser to build on a strong foundation and develop Fréa’s next generation of income and partnerships.
Fréa brings together three established Irish charities with a shared commitment to supporting Irish communities across the North of England. We believe that, by working together, we can achieve more than any of us can alone.
We are now looking for an exceptional Head of Fundraising and Development to help us realise that ambition.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced fundraiser who enjoys building relationships, spotting opportunities and turning ideas into sustainable income. You will have the freedom to shape Fréa’s fundraising approach, develop new partnerships and funding streams, and help establish the partnership as an increasingly influential and sustainable organisation.
You will build on a strong platform already created by Fréa’s existing fundraising work, while bringing fresh thinking and new energy to its next stage of development. You will work closely with senior colleagues and Boards across the three partner charities, developing compelling propositions and identifying opportunities where Fréa can achieve more by working collectively.
Importantly, this is collaborative fundraising, not competitive fundraising. Fréa’s role is to complement and add value to the excellent fundraising already undertaken by its three partners. You will need the judgement to recognise when an opportunity is best pursued by Fréa, by an individual partner, or jointly – always respecting existing relationships with funders, donors and corporate partners.
We are looking for someone who combines fundraising expertise with relationship-building, creativity and excellent partnership skills. You will be comfortable working strategically while also getting stuck into the practical business of developing networks and events, cultivating relationships and securing income.
This is a rare opportunity to help shape the fundraising direction of an emerging partnership with an established history, a strong network and significant potential for growth.
If you are excited by the idea of building something collaboratively, creating new opportunities and helping three organisations achieve greater impact together, we would love to hear from you.
If you would like an informal chat about the role please contact any of the Fréa Trustees: Ant Hanlon Chief Executive at Leeds Irish Health and Homes, Breege McDaid, Director at Irish Community Care or Patrick Morrison, Chief Executive at Irish Community Care Manchester.
To promote the welfare and inclusion of Irish communities throughout Britain, in particular, those residing in the North of England.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Head of Public Fundraising & Engagement (9-Month Maternity Cover)
Location:
Remote with some travelling needs to Leatherhead and Redhill, Surrey and other areas related to Fundraising Team activities
Salary:
£55,000 per annum plus SeeAbility benefits
Hours:
Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract:
Fixed Term, 9 Month (Maternity Cover)
Join us in transforming lives
SeeAbility is a specialist charity supporting people with learning disabilities, autism and sight loss to live ambitious, fulfilling lives. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Public Fundraising & Engagement to join us on a 9-month maternity cover contract.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an accomplished fundraising leader to step into a well-established role, providing strategic leadership to our public fundraising and engagement programme during an important period for the organisation.
About the Role
Reporting to the Director of Development, you will lead our public fundraising and supporter engagement activity, driving income growth across individual giving, community fundraising, events, challenges and supporter stewardship.
You will manage and motivate a talented team, ensuring delivery against ambitious income targets while continuing to build strong relationships with supporters, volunteers and stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the delivery of SeeAbility's public fundraising and engagement strategy.
- Driving income growth and supporter retention across multiple fundraising streams.
- Developing innovative campaigns and supporter journeys.
- Leading, coaching and developing a high-performing team.
- Monitoring performance, budgets and fundraising KPIs.
- Working collaboratively across the organisation to maximise supporter engagement and impact.
- Ensuring fundraising activities remain compliant and aligned with best practice.
About You
We are looking for a confident and inspiring fundraising professional who can quickly build relationships, provide strong leadership and maintain momentum across a busy fundraising portfolio.
You will have:
- Significant experience in public fundraising, supporter engagement or individual giving.
- A proven track record of achieving income growth and fundraising targets.
- Experience managing and developing teams.
- Strong strategic and operational planning skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- A collaborative, proactive and solutions-focused approach.
Why Join SeeAbility?
At SeeAbility, you'll be joining a passionate and supportive team committed to making a real difference to people's lives. This is an opportunity to play a key leadership role, contribute immediately and help shape the future of our fundraising and engagement activities.
We offer:
- Flexible and hybrid working
- A supportive and inclusive culture
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact from day one
Apply Today
If you are an experienced fundraising leader looking for an exciting interim opportunity where you can make an immediate difference, we'd love to hear from you. Please see the Job Profile for extensive details about the role.
Join SeeAbility and help us create a world where people with learning disabilities, autism and sight loss can achieve extraordinary things.
Safer Recruitment
SeeAbility is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. All colleagues are expected to uphold this commitment.
Successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including:
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (where appropriate)
- Identity, current address and right-to-work verification
- Health declaration to ensure that you are medically suitable for the role you have been offered
- Employment references relating to work with children or vulnerable adults
All checks are completed at SeeAbility’s expense before a start date is confirmed.
Diversity & Inclusion
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences, including those with disabilities or who are neurodivergent.
- Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.
- In exceptional circumstances, a genuine occupational requirement may apply under the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1)
For this role, gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010
Our mission is to champion and deliver ambitious support and preventative services alongside people with learning disabilities, autism and sight loss,
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Online harm is not inevitable. This is our urgent and hopeful mission.
We are Molly Rose Foundation, founded following the death of 14-year-old Molly Russell. We work at the intersect of suicide prevention, online safety, and tech accountability to demand a safer online world and move beyond the preventable harm. We believe a better online world is possible, one where young people are protected, championed and equipped with the skills, confidence and critical algorithmic literacy they need to navigate digital spaces and thrive.
Working closely with the Head of Partnerships and Fundraising, we’re looking for a Corporate Partnerships Manager to join our small team at a critical growth point. We’re looking for someone to build and deliver on our Corporate Partnerships Strategy and lay the groundwork for long term, sustainable corporate income generation as part of our wider Fundraising Strategy.
This is a new role for someone with substantial experience working in corporate partnerships. We’re looking for someone with strong account management and new business skills who can take our fledgling portfolio of corporate supporters and transform it into formal, long-term partnerships generating at least c.£400K by the end of the first 3 years.
You will have a demonstrable track record of securing and account managing five-six figure partnerships. You will have the ability to create propositions in collaboration with programmatic colleagues, and the confidence to pitch a compelling case for support to a range of senior corporate audiences. You will also have excellent communication skills both (written and verbal) and a keen eye for connecting a company’s objectives to the right opportunity at MRF. You will also have the commercial awareness to build partnerships that create genuine, shared value.
This is a partnerships role as much as a fundraising one. Alongside income, you will develop a suite of impactful corporate engagement opportunities and maximise the pro bono, skills and influence that the right partners can bring to our mission.
We're particularly interested in hearing from applicants with experience working in one or more of the following areas: online safety, tech accountability, suicide prevention or children’s mental health.
You will join a small, ambitious organisation with big plans and a strong values-led culture. If you're motivated by improving online safety, suicide prevention and helping young people to live long and stay strong, we'd love to hear from you.
We offer a comprehensive package that includes:
• 27 days annual leave plus 1 volunteering day, rising to 30 days holiday after three years’ service.
• Annual leave buyback scheme, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days.
• Employee pension scheme.
• £500 employee wellbeing budget.
We welcome applications from diverse range of applicants and actively welcome flexible working requests. Any requests would be on the understanding that this is a full-time position.
Application Process
To apply, please send a CV (max. 2 sides A4) and cover letter (max. 2 sides A4) via the Charity Jobs website. In your covering letter we'd like to understand how you meet the person specification for this role. Your application will be scored against these criteria.
Application closing date: Monday 14 September 2026 at 09.00.
There will be an initial interview held online during the week of 21 September 2026 and a follow-up second stage meeting that will be in-person in London (dates TBC).
Please ensure CV and Cover letters are no more than 2 x A4 sides each.
Our mission is to create a world where young people can live long and stay strong, where they can thrive in the digital world safe from online harm.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
ID: 1861 Senior Website & Digital Content Manager
Service: Digital Marketing
Salary: Grade 4 point 38: £37,867.30 pro rata (£46,703 FTE) per annum, plus £480 home-based allowance FTE per annum (£389 pro rata)
Location: Homebased
Hours: Part time, 30 hours per week
We offer flexible working arrangements - please see below for more details.
Contract: Temporary 12 month contract (mat leave)
Family Action & the Role’s Impact:
At Family Action we support people through change, challenge or crisis. It’s what we’ve done for over 150 years. We protect children, support young people and adults and offer direct, practical help to families and communities.
We see first-hand the power of family to shape lives, for better or worse, so we speak up for the importance of family in national and local policymaking, amplify family voices and represent the changing needs of families in the UK today.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead the Website and Digital Content Team through a crucial period. You will have the chance to manage a portfolio of websites, including Family Action’s and Relate’s, and oversee the development and creation of digital content for a range of channels. You will manage a small team and work collaboratively across the wider development and external affairs directorate to drive brand awareness and income generation.
Main Responsibilities (for details check the job description and person specification):
· Strategically manage a portfolio of websites across two distinct brands and a number of sub identities, ensuring they meet organisational goals, user needs, and sector best practice.
· Lead on the development and creation of digital and multimedia content across Family Action and Relate brands to support key business objectives
· Lead continuous optimisation of sales and donation journeys across Family Action and Relate websites, including testing, personalisation, and conversion rate improvements.
· Oversee the development of a new Relate website as part of a wider adaptive change programme, working closely with the Website and UX Manager and other key stakeholders.
· Use sophisticated analytics, data and insight tools to test, measure and evaluate content and website performance against KPIs, drive decisions and prioritise enhancements.
· Line manage a small team including a Website and UX Manager, Digital Marketing Executive, Content Executive and two temporary Website Project Managers
Main Requirements (for details check the job description and person specification):
· Extensive experience of website development and management within complex organisations
· Extensive experience of managing complex digital projects with multiple stakeholders such a website builds
· Experience of optimising website user journeys to drive a measurable increase in conversions such as sales and donations
· Ability to drive and manage content generation, working with a range of subject matter experts and within a robust governance architecture Extensive experience of using tools such as Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, Google Search Console and Bing Webmaster to successfully plan, measure and evaluate content performance
· Experience of line management
Benefits:
- an annual paid leave entitlement of 30 working days plus bank holidays
- up to 6% matched-pension contributions
- flexible working arrangements and new starters have the right to make flexible working requests from day one of employment
- enhanced paid sick leave and paid family leave provisions
- eye care and winter flu jabs vouchers
- cycle to work scheme
- investing in your professional development with ongoing quality training and career development opportunities
We are forward looking, ambitious and committed to continuous improvement. We are a people focused, can-do organisation, which strives for excellence in all we do and operates with mutual respect.
To Apply:
· Click the “Apply Now” link below and fill out our digital application form
· Closing Date: Monday 31st August at 23:59. Please note, we may close the position early if we find the right candidate.
· To learn more about Family Action: Careers
Interviews will likely to take place virtually during the first week of September 2026.
For direct queries or if you would like to discuss any aspect of the selection process or flexible working requests, please email: matthew.dennis (full email address located on advert document)
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:
We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process and you will be asked whether you require any adjustments if shortlisted for interview. We also make reasonable adjustments on the job, where required.
We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all that we do and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Intersectionality is important to us and we particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ candidates and disabled candidates because we are committed to increasing the representation of these groups at Family Action. We know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for families and children and strive for our workforce to be truly representative of the diverse communities we support. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role, and will reimburse your travel cost if you attend an interview.
Family Action is an award-winning national charity working from the heart of local communities across England and Wales.



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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are hiring a Global Marketing Manager to take incredibly powerful, true stories from the Persecuted Church and turn them into world-class campaigns and marketing assets that fundraising offices around the world can use to grow.
Join a global ministry and use your marketing expertise to amplify the voices of persecuted Christians and bring the stories of the Persecuted Church to life for audiences around the world. You will shape campaigns that inspire prayer, advocacy and support, influence a worldwide network across cultures, and lead marketing at a global level.
WHAT THE GLOBAL MARKETING MANAGER ROLE INVOLVES
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Leading the development and delivery of core fundraising and marketing resources – social media, web, email, film, magazine, direct mail appeals, major donor proposals, and church and volunteer resources – providing creative direction, project management and quality assurance throughout.
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Overseeing the creative concept development process for global fundraising and marketing campaigns, providing strategic input and creative direction.
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Line managing a team of two Marketing Project Managers, and building relationships with marketing and communications leads across our 25 global offices.
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Managing corporate brand guidelines and giving guidance to our fundraising offices and international specialists on brand execution.
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Managing the marketing budget, monitoring expenditure and ensuring cost-effective delivery of marketing activities.
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Planning and managing the end-to-end delivery of marketing projects, including schedules, creative briefs and stakeholder engagement, and evaluating performance through usage and campaign response data
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Staying at the forefront of strategic brand and marketing thinking, and bringing best practice in from the wider charity sector.
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Supporting new markets development, with a particular focus on effective digital communications, plus ad-hoc support for major donor relationships.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING
- Significant experience in integrated marketing communications environment; a charity background is highly desirable.
- A track record of delivering complex projects and programmes with significant outcomes, ideally in church or supporter engagement.
- Experience applying brand strategy, positioning and execution to grow engagement , and of working with agencies and freelance specialists.
- Good working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (particularly InDesign , Photoshop and Premier Pro), with the ability to review and edit creative assets for quality and accuracy.
- Strong organisational skills, able to run multiple projects at once without losing quality or pace.
- A collaborative, cross -cultural communicator, equally comfortable leading a team and building relationships across a global network.
- You have excellent written and verbal English communication skills and can engage effectively with diverse audiences.
- A genuine, active Christian faith and a real passion for the persecuted church — this is not incidental to the role, it is central to it.
OUR OFFER
- Working at Open Doors means that you are actively involved in serving the worldwide Persecuted Church. We offer you a permanent, full -time position within a supportive, professional team. You will report to the Global Head of Marketing & Campaigns and line -manage two Marketing Project Managers.
- The role is remote friendly and open to candidates worldwide. As you will work with colleagues across continents, being in a Central European time zone helps bridge Asia and the Americas, but it is not essential.
- Salary will depend on experience and location .
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a key role in a small and ambitious Communications and Events team, which will sit at the intersection of day-to-day strategic oversight and hands-on delivery. You will develop and deliver engaging marketing and digital campaigns, in line with organisational and communications priorities, manage our year-round events programme, strengthen our community engagement and ensure consistently high standards across Climate Spring’s marketing, digital and events activity.
This role will be perfect for a motivated and experienced marketing and events all-rounder. To excel in this role, you will need to be proactive, highly organised, detail-oriented as well as able to independently manage complex projects and build strong relationships with internal teams and external partners.
Key responsibilities:
Marketing and community engagement
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Lead the planning and delivery of cross-channel marketing plans (including digital campaigns, events and outreach) to promote Climate Spring’s industry programmes, initiatives and projects, alongside wider organisational campaigns.
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Develop and deliver audience and community engagement strategies that increase participation, strengthen audience journeys and build lasting relationships with our creative community, alumni and industry partners.
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Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation to identify priority audiences and community needs, ensuring that the right people are - and stay - engaged through relevant activity and events.
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Develop and manage partnerships and cross-promotional opportunities to extend the reach and impact of Climate Spring’s work.
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Work with industry and production partners to support and collaborate on the marketing and promotion of Climate Spring-supported film and TV projects.
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Oversee the effective use of planning tools, calendars and reporting processes for marketing, campaigns and events.
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Track performance across campaigns and events, using data, insights and feedback to make recommendations and improve future activity.
Brand management and content oversight
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Act as a guardian of Climate Spring’s brand, ensuring consistency, quality and professionalism across all digital, marketing and event materials.
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Provide editorial and visual oversight of presentations, assets and digital content, ensuring that materials align with Climate Spring’s brand guidelines and messaging.
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Review and provide feedback on copy and materials produced by junior team members, including newsletters, digital content, event materials and other promotional assets.
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Oversee the implementation and use of branded templates, brand guidelines and internal processes, ensuring consistency and quality of marketing, digital and event materials throughout.
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Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation and with our creative community to identify stories, opportunities and insights that support audience engagement and the promotion of Climate Spring’s work.
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Support senior colleagues with the creation of high-quality presentations and branded materials for meetings, presentations and speaking engagements.
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Contribute creative ideas and direction for digital campaigns and associated digital content.
Event management
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Lead the delivery of Climate Spring’s programme of online and in-person events, including timelines, invitations, registrations, logistics, suppliers, communications and post-event activity.
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Ensure events are delivered to a consistently high standard and provide an excellent attendee and participant experience.
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Support the delivery of Climate Spring community building events, in collaboration with internal teams.
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Work with the Head of Communications and Events to support Climate Spring’s presence at international film and TV festivals and industry markets.
Operational and team management
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Working with the Head of Communications to maintain and support clear workflows, processes and quality control for marketing, communications and event activity across the organisation.
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Identify opportunities to improve ways of working and professionalise internal workflows for marketing, digital and events.
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Line-manage and support the professional development of the Communications and Marketing Coordinator.
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Act as a deputy for the Head of Communications and Events as required.
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Identify where specialist support is required, such as graphic design, photography or video production, and manage freelancers as required.
Essential experience and skills
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Experience in a marketing, campaigns or communications role, delivering measurable impact on organisational reach, profile or audience engagement.
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Experience developing and delivering integrated marketing activity across multiple channels, using insights and feedback to improve activity.
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Proven experience delivering successful online and in-person events from planning through to evaluation, ensuring a high-quality attendee or participant experience.
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Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently, maintain effective workflows and deliver projects to a high standard.
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Experience growing and engaging communities around programmes, events or initiatives, demonstrating a strong understanding of audience engagement.
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Excellent written and editorial skills, with experience reviewing, editing and quality assuring content.
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A strong visual eye and understanding of branding, with experience using Canva or other design software to create or adapt and oversee high-quality, on-brand materials.
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Experience using email marketing platforms, content management systems and analytics tools to plan, deliver and evaluate activity.
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Experience line-managing, coaching and developing colleagues, creating a supportive and collaborative team environment.
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Experience managing external suppliers or freelancers, ensuring projects are delivered on time, budget and to a high standard.
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Ability to proactively assess and improve internal processes, systems or ways of working to increase efficiency, consistency and quality.
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Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to swiftly build relationships with teams, partners and external stakeholders.
Desirable experience and skills
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Experience delivering paid digital marketing activity.
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Experience using CRM systems to support audience development and segmentation.
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Advanced design skills with experience creating high-quality branded templates and marketing assets from scratch.
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Experience creating and editing video content for digital marketing and social media.
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Experience working in the film and TV industry or the wider creative and entertainment sector.
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Demonstrable knowledge of climate, sustainability and environmental issues.
How to apply
If your skills and experience meet the above requirements, please apply by;
1. A CV outlining relevant employment history, qualifications and experience (maximum two pages)
2. Supporting statement (maximum one page)
As part of the statement, please answer the following questions:
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What interests you about this role and why would you like to work with Climate Spring?
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Tell us about a campaign, initiative or event you are particularly proud of. What was your role, and what impact did you have?
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Describe a time when you improved a process, supported a team member or led a complex project. What did you do, and what was the outcome?
Throughout your supporting statement, we encourage you to use specific examples to illustrate your experience and skills, rather than repeating what’s outlined on your CV.
Please note that AI-generated applications will not be considered.
3. Work samples
Please include up to five examples of relevant work (PDF, links or similar). For each example, please include a very brief description of your role in the project/example.
4. Please also fill out this recruitment monitoring formwhen you apply.
Deadline for applications: Wednesday, 9th September, 5pm BST
First stage interviews: scheduled for w/c 21st September
Second stage interviews: scheduled for w/c 28th September
Please ensure your supporting statement (maximum one page answers please the following questions:
What interests you about this role and why would you like to work with Climate Spring?
Tell us about a campaign, initiative or event you are particularly proud of. What was your role, and what impact did you have?
Describe a time when you improved a process, supported a team member or led a complex project. What did you do, and what was the outcome?
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Become is the national charity fighting alongside children and young people for a better care system. We believe care-experienced young people should have the same chances as everyone else to live happy and fulfilled lives. But today, that’s far from the reality. The care system is in crisis and there are more children in care than ever before. They aren’t getting the love, support and stability that all young people need.
It’s not good enough.
We’re in a strong position to respond and it’s an exciting moment to be joining us. We’ve grown in recent years and have clear plans for the future.
As the Marketing and Communications Manager, you’ll lead the day-to-day delivery of our marketing and communications work. You’ll turn ideas into action, delivering engaging campaigns, compelling storytelling and consistent communications across all our channels. Working closely with the team across Become, external stakeholders and care-experienced young people to grow our reach, you'll build brand trust and strengthen our position as the national voice for care-experienced young people.
We're looking for someone with a strong background in digital marketing, an eye for design and a passion for amplifying young people’s voices. A natural collaborator, you’ll enjoy working in a dynamic environment that encourages proactive thinking, experimentation and ongoing learning.
Location
Our team work remotely from home, with some required in-person meetings (generally expected once or twice per month). In-person meetings usually take place in our office space in Old Street, London and Become covers the cost of travel within Great Britain for essential in-person meetings.
The Old Street office space is available for team members to work from if preferred/needed. For non-London based team members hot-desking options near you can be requested if required.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
As an organisation serving children in care and young care leavers, we’re keen to receive applications from people with lived experience of care. We are actively seeking to bring diversity of perspectives and experience, and especially welcome applications from those from racially-minoritised communities. We ask all applicants to fill in an Equity and Diversity Monitoring form to better understand the diversity of applicants. This is optional, and anonymous and it will not be connected with your application.
How to apply
To apply please complete the application form on our recruitment platform by the application deadline.
The application form requires you to:
- Upload your up-to-date CV.
- Provide your answer to each competency question, using between100 and 400 words per answer. Please ensure you provide relevant examples that demonstrate how you meet the required skills and experiences as outlined in the job advert and description.
We also ask you to complete the Equity and Diversity Monitoring Form (this is not compulsory, but can help us identify areas we need to look at within our processes).
The competency questions we would like you to answer as part of the application form (using between 100 and 400 words per answer) are:
- Tell us about a marketing and communications campaign that you’ve delivered to drive change. How did you measure its impact?
- Give an example of when you’ve introduced new digital tools to your team. What were the opportunities and risks?
- Tell us about a time when you’ve supported people whose voices are underrepresented to have their stories heard. What were the key considerations when providing this support?
- We’re a busy team managing proactive and reactive work. Give an example of how you’ve supported a team member’s development alongside competing priorities.
- What is your motivation to work for Become and why are you interested in working for an organisation that supports care-experienced children and young people?
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria Wilson, Head of Marketing and Communications by e-mail (see Become website for contact form).
The deadline for applications to be received is Sunday 13 September at 11:59pm.
Once the deadline has passed your application will be assessed. Become promotes fairness in all our recruitment processes - at application and sift stage, personal or identifiable information will be redacted to anonymise your application for assessment.
Interview Details
If you are successful at sift stage, you will be invited to interviews. Our process includes two interview panels – a Young Persons Panel, and a Staff Panel.
Interviews will take place on:
- Young Persons Panel – Wednesday 23 September
- Staff Panel – Thursday 24 September
Please note, you will receive two interview invites (one for each panel). Please ensure you book one slot for each panel. If you do not accept your invite to interview, book your interview slots or contact us 48 hours ahead of the first interview date, we will assume you no longer want to progress your application and you will be withdrawn from the process. We ask candidates to keep the listed interview dates available where possible, as we may have limited flexibility to offer alternative dates.
Interviews may be held virtually using a video calling app (Microsoft Teams or Zoom) or in person at our location in Central London. If access to technology/internet is difficult for you, please contact us so we can assist in making suitable arrangements.
As part of our commitment to fairness in the recruitment process, short-listed candidates invited to interview will be sent the interview questions in advance.
If you have any reasonable adjustments to request for this recruitment process, please advise us on your application form or us via our website.
If you are a care-experienced young person (aged 27 or younger) interested in this vacancy, you are eligible to access our Propel into Work (PiW) service for application or CV advice. Please note, any questions regarding the role should be directed to the vacancy manager. If you are eligible for PiW and would like to put in a request, please contact us via our website.
Please Note
All applicants must have a Right to Work in the UK. Although the role is hybrid, we are unable to offer work visas or sponsorship for any candidates.
We’re proud to be a Living Wage Employer. We are committed to #ShowingTheSalary. Our roles are #OpenToAll
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Hours: 30–35 hours per week
Location: Home-based*
Reporting to: CEO
*This is a home-based role. However, the successful candidate will need to be based within reasonable travelling distance of London and our programme activity, with the ability to travel to meetings and visits within a day where required. We therefore anticipate that applicants based in Scotland, Ireland, West Wales or the far South West may find the role impractical.
This position is being re-advertised; previous candidates need not apply.
Be part of a mission that's transforming children's futures through food, farming and the countryside
For more than 45 years, The Country Trust has been connecting children from the UK's most disadvantaged communities with the land that sustains us all. Through inspiring farm visits, food education and countryside experiences, we've already reached more than 600,000 children, and we're just getting started.
We're entering an exciting new chapter as we develop our next organisational strategy, and we're looking for an experienced fundraising leader to help shape our future.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious and strategic fundraiser to join our Senior Leadership Team and lead the next phase of our income growth, enabling even more children to benefit from our life-changing programmes.
About the role
As Head of Fundraising, you'll provide strategic leadership across all fundraising activity while remaining hands-on in securing major income and developing key relationships.
You'll lead a dedicated fundraising team, drive innovation, strengthen fundraising systems and processes, and develop a sustainable fundraising strategy that diversifies income across:
- Trusts and foundations
- Corporate partnerships
- Major donors
- Individual giving
- Legacies
- Gaming and Streaming for Good
- Emerging fundraising opportunities
Working closely with the CEO, Senior Leadership Team, Digital and IT colleagues, you'll help embed new fundraising systems, champion data-driven decision making and ensure fundraising excellence across the organisation.
About you
We're looking for an inspiring fundraising leader who combines strategic thinking with practical delivery.
You'll bring:
- Significant senior-level fundraising leadership experience
- A proven track record of securing substantial income across multiple fundraising streams
- Experience developing and delivering fundraising strategies that drive sustainable growth
- Strong leadership skills with experience developing high-performing teams
- Excellent relationship-building, communication and influencing skills
- Financial and commercial awareness, including budgeting and forecasting
- Knowledge of fundraising regulation, GDPR and fundraising best practice
- A passion for improving opportunities for disadvantaged children
Experience developing new income streams, digital fundraising and CRM systems would be particularly valuable.
Why join us?
At The Country Trust, you'll be joining an ambitious charity where collaboration, learning and innovation are at the heart of everything we do.
We offer:
- Flexible working
- 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (FTE)
- Workplace pension
- Homeworking allowance
- Mileage and agreed travel expenses
- A supportive, values-led culture
- The opportunity to shape our future strategy and make a lasting difference to children's lives
We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
Key dates
Closing date: 11:59pm, Sunday 13th September
Interviews from: Monday 21st September
The Country Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
We are a small, dynamic national education charity dedicated to bringing alive the working countryside for children least able to access it.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a very exciting opportunity as this is a brand new role within Kids and they are looking for someone who is able to lead a multidisciplinary team.
Kids is a national charity that supports disabled children, young people and their families, helping them to thrive and reach their full potential. Through a wide range of services, advice and advocacy, Kids empowers children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) to access opportunities, have their voices heard, and overcome barriers to inclusion.
Reporting to the Executive Director of Strategy, Partnerships and Advocacy, you will lead and develop a multidisciplinary team spanning communications, policy and influencing, and youth voice. You will be responsible for shaping and delivering an ambitious communications and external affairs strategy that raises the profile of Kids, strengthens stakeholder relationships, and supports the charity's mission to create a world where all kinds of kids have all kinds of opportunities.
This role offers a unique opportunity to combine strategic communications leadership with public affairs, media engagement, campaigning and programme oversight. You will work closely with senior leaders across the organisation, providing expert advice on communications, reputation management and external engagement.
Key responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver an integrated communications and external affairs strategy aligned with organisational goals.
- Enhance the charity's profile with government decision makers, stakeholders and partners.
- Lead brand positioning and ensure consistent, compelling messaging across all channels.
- Oversee digital communications, including website, social media, email marketing and campaigns
- Provide leadership and oversight for youth participation and digital inclusion programmes.
We're looking for an experienced communications leader who can combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery and who is passionate about creating positive change for disabled children and young people.
The appointed candidate will have:
- Significant experience leading multi-channel communications within a charity or values-led organisation.
- The ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders with confidence.
- A strong understanding of public affairs, policy, influencing and campaigning.
- Expertise across digital communications, brand management and content development.
- Line and team management with the ability to coach and develop
Closing date for applications:
1st September
TPP Recruitment is acting as the exclusive recruitment partner for Kids and will be managing all applications for this role.
TPP and Kids are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We particularly encourage applications from candidates with lived experience and those with protected characteristics that are currently underrepresented within our workforce.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
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!
THIS ROLE REPORTS TO: HEAD OF COMMERCIAL
ABOUT CYNTHIA SPENCER
Cynthia Spencer Hospice provides specialist palliative and end‑of‑life care for people living with life‑limiting illnesses across West Northamptonshire, as well as vital support for their families. Cynthia Spencer Hospice Charity raises additional funds to sustain and develop these essential services. We are on an ambitious journey to grow our income, strengthen community relationships and ensure specialist care is available for everyone who needs it.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking an experienced Online Sales Lead to join our Commercial team and support the development of sustainable income for specialist end‑of‑life care. Reporting to the Head of Commercial, the role will support the growth and day‑to‑day operation of the charity’s online commercial activities, maximising income while delivering excellent customer experience.
This role will be central to the set‑up and development of our online retail operation, including researching and selecting online marketplaces, establishing processes, creating product listings, developing pricing and stock management approaches, training volunteers and supporting the launch of the online service.
Working to online sales targets and net profitability, the postholder will source appropriate donated products from retail stores and other avenues, promoting them online to achieve the highest return while pricing accurately and competitively.
DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the development, set‑up and launch of online sales platforms and marketplaces.
- Establish and maintain online accounts, payment systems, product categories, postage options and operating procedures.
- Develop end‑to‑end sales processes covering stock receipt, assessment, listing, sale, dispatch, returns and after‑sales service.
- Set and maintain standards for pricing, listings, photography, product descriptions and stock management.
- Track sales, income, fees, postage costs, stock levels and channel performance, using insight to recommend improvements.
- Identify opportunities to grow online income through new marketplaces, digital channels, product ranges and corporate stock donations.
- Work with the Head of Commercial and Marketing Executive to promote online sales through social media.
- Recruit, coordinate, support and train online volunteers.
- Maintain excellent customer service through prompt communication, accurate fulfilment, timely dispatch and positive supporter relationships.
- Ensure all products listed online are high quality, accurately described and supported by clear photographic images.
- Build strong internal relationships across multiple sites.
- Carry out any other duties appropriate to the role.
ABOUT YOU – ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
EXPERIENCE
- Proven experience in retail, sales, e‑commerce or online selling.
- Experience achieving KPIs, targets and profit margins.
- Experience with online sales platforms.
- Experience supervising or coordinating staff or volunteers.
- Strong experience of online marketplaces and e‑commerce processes.
- Target‑oriented approach to achieving online income budgets.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Excellent relationship‑building, networking, influencing and negotiation skills.
- Strong commercial awareness.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organisational and time‑management skills.
- Ability to think strategically while focusing on delivery and results.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively.
- Good attention to detail and accuracy.
- Confident using Microsoft Office, online platforms and CRM systems.
PERSONAL QUALITIES
- Proactive, ambitious and profit‑focused.
- Professional, personable and confident.
- Supportive and coaching approach to volunteers.
- Creative, solutions‑focused and willing to identify new opportunities.
- Empathy with the values and purpose of Cynthia Spencer Hospice.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work within and promote the charity’s values, policies and procedures.
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with data protection requirements.
- Attend relevant meetings, training and charity activities.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute positively to the wider organisation.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties appropriate to the role.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds who meet the requirements of the role. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Help amplify the achievements and generosity of supporters making a difference to people affected by motor neurone disease (MND).
As a Communications Officer, you will build strong relationships, identify media opportunities and create engaging content across multiple channels to maximise income generation. You'll be confident managing a varied workload, working collaboratively with stakeholders and delivering high-quality communications that make an impact.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced communications, PR or media professional who enjoys combining creativity with strong planning and organisational skills. As Communications Officer, you'll help showcase the incredible efforts of fundraisers, donors, partners and supporters, ensuring their stories reach and engage the right audiences.
If you're a proactive Communications Officer who thrives on building connections, developing meaningful content and delivering communications that drive engagement, we'd love to hear from you.
Main Responsibilities
- Develop strong relationships with Income Generation colleagues to support effective communications planning
- Create and deliver communications plans for fundraising campaigns and events across multiple channels
- Identify opportunities to share stories from fundraisers, donors, partners and supporters
- Support large fundraising events with end-to-end communications activity
- Promote supporter stories through regional and national media opportunities
- Provide communications advice and support to internal teams, partners, trusts and donors
- Work with colleagues to develop engaging written, audio and video content
- Identify spokespeople in the Income Generation team and support with training and briefing to represent the Association's work.
- Collaborate with internal communications teams to keep staff informed of fundraising activity
About You
- Experience working in communications, public relations or media
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience managing and prioritising multiple tasks to meet deadlines
- Ability to build effective relationships and work collaboratively
- Confidence communicating with a range of internal and external stakeholders
- Creative thinking and the ability to identify engaging storytelling opportunities
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- A positive and supportive team-focused approach
Hybrid working Expectations: 1 day per week office attendance in Northampton
Further information about working for the MND Association and full job description is available in the attached Candidate Pack.
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements.
What We Offer
- 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays
- Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies
- 24/7 GP access via phone and video
- Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines
- Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave)
- Access to Benefit Hub for discounts on everyday shopping
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Opportunities for training and personal development
- Hybrid working
About Us
Motor Neurone Disease moves fast. It takes away time, it takes away independence and it has no cure. Every day we support people affected by MND.We fund ground-breaking research. We campaign for better care. We’re here for everyone who needs us. Because with MND, every day matters.
We support people affected by Motor Neurone Disease, campaign for better care and fund ground-breaking research. Because with MND, every day matters.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
International Nepal Fellowship (INF) is a Christian health and development charity. Since 1952 they have had a huge impact serving the most disadvantaged people and communities in Nepal.
As Nepal’s longest serving international NGO they continue to have ambitious plans. It is an exciting time to join INF as they enter a bold new strategic phase for 2026 to 2031.
The most disadvantaged communities in Nepal face a lack of access to healthcare, often walking for days to their nearest health post, or being unable to afford even basic treatment.
Kopila, who was diagnosed with leprosy several years ago, is a patient at INF’s Green Pastures Hospital in Pokhara, Nepal.
“Whenever I have to come back to Green Pastures I am grateful that all of the treatment is free, and I am happy because everybody there cares for me and loves me.”
We are looking for a Supporter Engagement Officer to join INF’s small, passionate UK team. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with INF’s committed UK supporters who resource and pray for the work of Nepali organisations which support people to overcome the barriers they face due to issues such as disability, poverty, gender or caste.
Please note that this is a full time role, part-time hours will also be considered (a minimum of 30 hours per week).
If this sounds like the role for you, we would love to hear from you.
The Role
As Supporter Engagement Officer you will play a key role in the stewardship of INF supporters. Reporting directly to the Head of Fundraising and Communications, you will support the team to deliver the highest level of supporter engagement.
The main responsibilities will include:
- Creating high-quality content, including prayer resources, to communicate effectively with supporters.
- Managing content for INF’s website, social media and e-marketing campaigns.
- Being a first point of contact, handling supporter enquiries by email and on the phone.
- Timely and appropriate acknowledgment of donations.
- Participating in team prayer and reflection as part of the wider staff team.
The Person
We are looking for a practising Christian, as set out in the occupational requirement for this position.
You must align with the values of INF and be committed to your faith. It is key that prayer is important to you both personally and professionally.
We are looking for someone with the ability, or drive to learn, to write creatively and develop new skills in digital marketing. You must be an adaptable person who thrives within a small team.
Proven experience of engaging with supporters is also vital, as well as exceptional written and verbal communications skills.
As a faith-based Christian charity, it is a genuine occupational requirement for applicants to have a personal commitment to the Christian faith. See the recruitment pack for more details.
Why INF?
INF UK has a small, supportive, connected team where ideas are welcomed and suggestions are encouraged. It is a real privilege to work with INF’s partners in Nepal, and a fantastic opportunity to learn about various projects and their delivery.
There is a genuine culture of learning and a real opportunity for development, especially at a unique phase of the charity’s long history as they work towards a new strategy.
INF places an emphasis on professional development and training to enable you to fulfil your role. They support employees in their desire to further their qualifications and careers, including offering opportunities to undertake training courses and attend conferences or events.
The charity offer agile working for all staff members which includes options for flexible working hours.
The charity’s other benefits include:
- Generous pension plan with employer contribution of 10%
- Option to buy extra annual leave
- Group Life Insurance for all employees
Please note that INF are unable to provide sponsorship for this position. All offers of employment are made subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and satisfactory employment screening, a basic DBS Check, and three references satisfactory to INF UK (including one reference from a church leader or someone able to speak to your Christian faith).
If this sounds like the opportunity for the next phase of your career, then apply here, or contact Leanne or Jen at Charity Horizons for more information.
Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format such as audio or video upload, or require any adaptations for your initial engagement with us, please contact either Jen or Leanne who will be happy to advise on this.
Please also be aware that we use anonymous recruitment methods when submitting shortlists for all our roles and we only work with organisations that are happy to engage with us in this way.
Charity Horizons is an equal opportunities employer and as such actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable candidates irrespective of age, disability, hidden disability, race or national origin, religion or belief (save where a genuine occupational requirement applies, as set out above), gender, gender expression, political view, sexual orientation, medical condition and pregnancy.
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For nearly 20 years, Lively Minds has been proving that parents are the sleeping giants of early childhood development. With strong evidence and a national scale proof point in Ghana, we have shown that parent powered approaches delivered through government systems can transform children's lives at scale.
We are now at a pivotal moment. We have the evidence, the model and the momentum, and we need the funding, profile and influence to match our ambition. This is a rare opportunity to lead income generation and external voice for an award winning NGO entering an exciting new phase of growth. You will lead our fundraising strategy and direct engagement with Funders ensuring that we maximise all funding opportunities as we continue our strategic evolution. You will also shape a compelling external narrative that will help position Lively Minds as the definitive partner for governments strengthening their early childhood development systems.
If you are an exceptional fundraiser and communicator who is equally comfortable in a strategic conversation and writing a winning proposal, we would love to hear from you.
Read the full advert and apply below. Closing date: 3rd September 2026.
About Lively Minds
Lively Minds is an award-winning NGO with nearly 20 years of experience designing, testing and scaling early childhood development (ECD) solutions across the Global South. Our core idea is simple but radical: parents are the sleeping giants of ECD. Governments and donors have long overlooked parents, assuming that poverty and low literacy make them unable or unwilling to support their childrenʼs development. We have spent two decades proving otherwise. With RCT-backed evidence and a national-scale proof point in Ghana, we have demonstrated that parent-powered approaches, delivered through government systems, can achieve meaningful child development outcomes at scale.
Our 2026–2028 strategy marks a pivotal shift. Having demonstrated what is possible, we are now helping pioneer an innovative model of country-led sustainable scale. Rather than delivering programmes ourselves, we provide lean, time-limited technical advisory support to governments to help them integrate parent-powered ECD into their own systems, budgets and institutions. We are currently working with the governments of Ghana, Uganda, Oromia state (Ethiopia) and The Gambia in 2026, growing to six or more country engagements by 2028. Our ambition is to catalyse a sector-wide shift, positioning Lively Minds as the definitive partner for governments seeking to strengthen their ECD systems.
Our scale strategy rests on three interdependent pillars: fixed-term Technical Advisory partnerships with governments; the development of a modular radio model simple and affordable enough for governments to adopt and fund independently; and an advocacy and sector influence agenda designed to make parent-powered ECD the norm globally.
Purpose of the Role
Lively Minds is at a critical inflection point. We have the evidence, the model and the momentum. We now need the funding, profile and sector influence to match our ambition. The Director of Fundraising and Communications is a priority hire, created to provide the dedicated, experienced leadership that this moment demands.
The Director will own and drive Lively Mindsʼ income generation, building new funder relationships, managing and deepening existing ones, and ensuring the organisation has the pipeline, discipline and quality of engagement to meet and exceed its fundraising targets. Working in close partnership with the Founding CEO, who retains ownership of a small number of long-standing strategic relationships, the Director will take primary responsibility for securing the funding that makes the 2026–2028 strategy deliverable, and that opens the door to greater scale beyond it. We need to raise approximately £3.4m over the next 3 years to deliver our strategy. But our ambition is to exceed that target so we can support additional governments.
Alongside fundraising, the Director will provide strategic leadership to Lively Mindsʼ communications and advocacy work, ensuring that the organisationʼs external voice is compelling and that we are building credibility in the spaces where funding decisions are made. The Director will lead and provide strategic coherence to a small but outward-facing team, including Head of Partnerships and Advocacy Lead who are active on the international stage. Lively Minds is committed to thought-leadership and active external engagement, but equally committed to ensuring that communications resource is deployed with discipline and rigour. The Director will set a clear strategic filter for where the organisation shows up, what it publishes and who it engages: prioritising focus and quality over volume, and always asking whether external activity is building the relationships and reputation that ultimately drive income and/or systems change.
Lively Minds is a dispersed, remote organisation. The Directorʼs team the Advocacy Lead, Development Manager and Communications Officer - are internationally distributed. The ability to lead, develop and maintain high standards across a dispersed team is essential. The role requires regular travel to international conferences and events.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising Strategy & Income Generation
- Own and deliver the multi-year fundraising strategy with clear priorities, targets, income streams and a disciplined pipeline to support the 2026–2028 strategy and future scale
- Steward existing funder relationships, turning strong partnerships into long-term supporters, advocates and connectors to new funding opportunities.
- Lead the shift towards Big Bet and catalytic funding, personally cultivating and negotiating high-value, multi-year partnerships and positioning Lively Minds for system-level scale
- Maintain a high standard of fundraising quality, pipeline management and forecasting, while coaching the team to produce compelling, sophisticated fundraising materials
- Build and continuously strengthen a diverse funding pipeline, identifying emerging opportunities, new funding markets and strategic partnerships that reduce concentration risk and support long-term financial sustainability
Communications, Brand & Advocacy
- Own and deliver Lively Mindsʼ communications and marketing strategy, balancing visibility and sector influence with the need to strengthen fundraising and systems-change objectives
- Partner closely with the CEO to shape and steward a coherent external narrative, brand and messaging framework across all audiences and channels
- Oversee high-quality core communications and fundraising materials, including cases for support, pitch decks, website content, proposals and donor reports
- Provide strategic communications expertise to Advocacy, Partnerships and MEL, ensuring evidence and learning are translated into compelling narratives and consistent external messaging
- Lead efforts to strengthen Lively Mindsʼ profile and thought leadership in the ECD sector, identifying opportunities for strategic media, events, publications and external platforms that reinforce its positioning and influence
Organizational Leadership&TeamDevelopment
- Contribute actively to SMT and organisational strategy, bringing funder intelligence, external perspective and communications expertise to strategic decision-making.
- Work closely with Finance and MEL to align fundraising targets, forecasting, budgets and evidence, ensuring proposals are credible, accurately costed and evidence-led
- Act as the organisationʼs communications subject matter expert, providing guidance and challenge to ensure high-quality, consistent external communications
- Lead and develop the Advocacy Lead, Development Manager and Communications Officer, fostering a team culture of quality, accountability, strategic clarity and continuous improvement
- Build strong cross-organisational collaboration, ensuring teams understand how fundraising, communications, advocacy and evidence work together to advance Lively Mindsʼ strategic priorities
Person Specification
Essential Experience & Skills
- 10+ years of significant senior-level fundraising experience within international development, education, philanthropy or a comparable sector
- Proven track record of securing major grants from foundations, institutional donors and high-net-worth individuals, alongside demonstrated experience securing or meaningfully progressing large-scale, catalytic funding from Big Bet philanthropy programmes such as the Audacious Project, Skoll Foundation or comparable funders. A strong understanding of what these funders look for and how to position an organisation compellingly within their processes is essential
- Exceptional fundraising writing skills, with the ability to personally develop compelling cases for support, funding proposals, award applications and pitch decks tailored to sophisticated impact funders. This is a hands-on role requiring both strong writing capability and the ability to coach others to consistently produce high-quality fundraising content
- Experienced in developing and owning a marketing and communications strategy, with a strong understanding of how to balance organisational visibility, thought leadership and sector influence with coherence, strategic focus and income generation
- Demonstrated ability to work closely with a Founding CEO to shape and steward the organisationʼs external narrative and brand. Comfortable working in a founder-led environment, providing expertise and constructive challenge while ensuring the organisation maintains a clear, consistent and coherent external voice
Desirable Experience
- Experienced fundraising for a technical advisory, systems change or government-facing organisation
- Knowledge of the ECD, education or early childhood sector and its funding landscape
- Familiarity with the Big Bang Philanthropy network or equivalent impact-focused funder communities
- Experience working alongside advocacy and partnerships teams, providing communications expertise and strategic coherence to their external activity
- Familiarity with the funding landscape for organisations operating in Sub-Saharan Africa
- Experience working remotely across multiple countries and effectively collaborating with cross-cultural teams
Behaviours & Ways of Working
- A doer, equally comfortable in strategic conversations and writing a funding proposal
- Sets a high bar for quality and clarity in all external communications and holds it consistently
- Builds a strong, trust-based partnership with the Founding CEO, provides honest challenge and operates effectively within a founder-led dynamic without losing their own voice or judgement
- Collaborative and cross-organisational. Invests in strong relationships with programme, MEL and finance colleagues, understanding that the best fundraising is grounded in organisational reality
- Calm and focused under pressure - able to manage competing priorities and maintain quality when the stakes are high
What We Offer
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- 25 days annual leave
- Health insurance
- Pension contribution
- Generous learning and development budget
- Flexible, remote working
Application Instruction
Interested candidates are encouraged to read the Job Description carefully before applying to ensure they understand the role and meet the required criteria.
To apply, please complete the pre-screening questions and submit your updated CV
PLEASE NOTE - Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Timeline
Closing Date: 3rd September 2026
Our Stance
Lively Minds operates a strict Safeguarding Policy and is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children and vulnerable people. As part of our recruitment process, the suitability of successful candidates will be verified through appropriate background checks including professional references and police checks.
Lively Minds is fully committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and to providing equal opportunities throughout our recruitment process. We want this commitment to be reflected in the diversity of the people who work for us, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, experiences and perspectives.
We are committed to ensuring that recruitment decisions are based on merit, skills, experience and suitability for the role, and that all candidates are treated fairly and with respect throughout the recruitment process.
The purpose of this role is to lead the design and delivery of learning programmes that help social entrepreneurs create lasting impact. You’ll take direct responsibility for facilitating cohorts as well as leading 1-2-1 coaching and diagnostics, and delivering Action Learning Sets, SSE’s long-standing peer-coaching method (training provided). You’ll hold accountability for the quality of programmes allocated to you. You’ll work alongside our learning facilitators and our learning and enterprise development managers to ensure every programme stays true to our action learning approach.
As SSE deepens its focus on commercial acumen and scale-up support, you’ll help make sure that direction reaches every cohort you work with — keeping your programmes as sharp, practical and impactful as everything else we do. You’ll bring your own commercial awareness to how you facilitate, and build relationships with contributors, speakers and specialists who can bring real-world commercial expertise into the room for your cohorts.
You’ll succeed in this role if you believe in what social entrepreneurship can achieve and want to support social ventures to grow and create more impact in their communities and beyond.
To equip people with skills, funding, and networks to realise their potential, improve lives and protect the planet.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.


