Head of fundraising and communications jobs

The Development and Alumni Office (DARO) exists to support the University of Birmingham's academic and student community by engaging, inspiring, and celebrating alumni, individuals, and charitable funders who give their money, time, and networks to support the University’s strategic priorities. The Office, which is comprised of five teams, is focused on fundraising and volunteering from alumni, organisations and individuals who are passionate about changing lives, through funding various research projects, supporting student bursaries, mentoring students, and providing internships, as well as providing a versatile programme of engagement opportunities for our global alumni community.

As part of an award-winning team, you will work with our Head of Legacies and Endowments and Legacy and Endowment Officer to generate new gifts to the University and to care for our existing donors. The Legacy and In Memory Officer role is your opportunity to join our excellent team at an exciting time during our 125th anniversary year as a University. You will be passionate about the impact the University’s teaching and research has on the world and have enthusiasm for working in higher education fundraising and helping the University achieve its charitable objectives. You will be an excellent communicator, willing to be in an external facing role, speaking regularly with our supporters, and highly organised, thriving in a fast-paced working environment. 

Legacy gifts, or gifts in wills, play a major part in supporting both students and research and you will require a broad skillset but a relationship centred approach to take on this varied role in which you will be well supported with training and development. We are ambitious to grow our legacy and in memory programmes substantially in the coming years and would relish your passion and enthusiasm to help us do that. 

We believe there is no such thing as a typical member of staff and that diversity is a source of strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation, and debate. We warmly welcome people from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is at the heart of who and what we are, and how we work.

Supporting our people to achieve a healthy work/life balance is important both to our employees and to the success of the University and, depending on the role, we offer a variety of flexible working arrangements. We therefore welcome discussions on all forms of flexible working. In addition, you will receive a generous package of benefits including 40 days paid holiday a year, one paid day a year for volunteering, occupational sick pay, and a pension scheme.

Your role in summary • As part of a proactive team, you will produce excellent, creative written content that captivates and motivates hospice supporters, donors, customers, staff and volunteers. • Support our communications output, both digital and physical: covering our events, shops, stories and ongoing campaigns. • Capture and convey stories that reflect the diversity of our hospice stakeholders, showcasing the positive impact that the community’s support has on our hospice care. This will include writing about fundraisers, volunteers and staff, as well as people who benefit from our care or support. • Using your skillset, understand the tone and message to use in our content in line with our hospice values and brand. • Support the delivery of our fundraising and shops’ social media activity. Working alongside colleagues, produce effective content delivered through the main hospice and shop channels to encourage supporters to shop, donate or register for events. This will require effective forward planning and hands-on creation of visual (video/still) and written content. • As required, provide design support/delivery in relation to fundraising, trading and general hospice posters, flyers and digital content. • Ensure hospice artwork is accurate and on-brand. Ensure that content adheres to brand guidelines, bringing your ideas and experience to protect our hospice and fundraising brands, whilst keeping it fresh. • Help coordinate and update any changes to our website (specific platform training provided) • Ensure our Digital Screens are fresh and accurate, showcasing relevant hospice activity. • Help share relevant social media across appropriate community groups, providing timely responses to comments. • As required, dive into our CRM/Database system to understand, profile, and personalise communications. June 2025 Key Accountabilities, Responsibilities & Tasks Departmental & Role Specifics - Embrace and embody our Hospice values - A collaborative, open and transparent approach to working with others - Produce stories to emotionally engage or captivate the targeted audience - Deliver content that can feature on everything from our hospice newsletter, annual Quality Accounts or the local Gazette, to our website, social media and email marketing (and everything in between) - Be part of creating content that ensures the community trusts the Hospice as a charity and organisation, and feels compelled to support it - Steward supporters through your content - Be a visible, accessible presence across the hospice, encouraging colleagues to share storytelling opportunities, snippets from around the hospice and to collaborate directly with you - Happy in a fast-paced environment, with proven ability to plan and complete work to deadlines and managing conflicting priorities Qualifications, Skills, Experience, Knowledge & Approach - Good level of education overall; Academic qualifications including GCSEs and A-Levels to demonstrate excellent level of written communication, plus digital and design skills - Experience of marketing, digital communications or fundraising with the ability to create strong digital content, plus writing and copy-editing skills - Skilled and experienced in managing conversations of a sensitive and emotional manner (interviewing/working with people experiencing our care will be part of this role) - An adept storyteller able to convey the value and purpose of the Hospice - Comfortable working with different stakeholders and teams - Up-to-date knowledge of marketing and digital trends in charity, fundraising and healthcare communications (desirable) - Ability to seamlessly manage multiple projects/appeals at the same time - Demonstrable social media skills - Experience of creating email marketing campaigns and making website updates (desirable) - Excellent communication skills – written and verbal - Excellent IT Skills - MS Office packages - Ability to use CRM systems to analyse supporter data, where required - Experience of using various content creation platforms including Canva or similar - Act as an ambassador for the Hospice at all times #ProudToWorkAtHoSF - Ability to work on a hybrid basis, both in the office and remotely, utilising Zoom and MS Teams - Flexible, empathetic, enthusiastic, positive attitude - People-focused team player, able to relate to people at all levels - Good sense of humour, with the ability to build rapport and trust - Enthusiastic, energetic, resourceful, self-motivated, with the ability to use initiative - Commitment to the aims and ethos of the Hospice - Hold a full UK driver’s licence with your own vehicle or the ability to travel as required by the role Key Accountabilities, Responsibilities & Tasks Decision Making - Mental agility to ‘think on feet’ and generate solutions proactively when plans need to change - Ensure relevant consent forms are obtained and any data handling is fully compliant - Take soundings, advice and feedback from a range of people internally and externally Communication - Model our values and our passion for what we do. - An adept storyteller able to fluently convey the value and purpose of the Hospice - Ensure relevant consent forms are obtained and any data handling is fully GDPR compliant and content is in line with the requirements of the fundraising regulator - Continuously investing time in listening to others to support the flow of ideas and experiences - See the potential in others and understand the impact of their actions on colleagues. Internal & External Contacts - You will be a team player, able to work well with people across the Hospice and with external partners - Attend team and cross-department meetings, contributing to planning and ideas. As required, represent the Comms team at planning meetings. - Able to forge strong relationships with donors, supporters, volunteers and stakeholders. Mental and Physical Considerations and Working Conditions - Able to consolidate learning with speed and efficiency - Responsibility for independent working, both on and off-site - Prepared and able to attend occasional events out of office hours (sharing this amongst the team, it is usually limited to two or three events across a year) - Light load handling duties to set up and pack down events and activities. Health & Safety - The post holder will encounter emotional circumstances in the course of this role. - Understand Health and Safety regulations to assure compliance and resolve and/or mitigate risk Safeguarding - Act in a manner at all times to safeguard the interests of others, those protected by legislation and justify public trust and confidence in the Hospice of St Franci

Prostate Cancer Research exists to honour the men and families who have been through things no family should have to go through, and to work for a future where no one needs to fear a prostate cancer diagnosis. 

We are always working to provide resources to help, support and empower patients. Giving them the information they need to make better choices about their treatment, while working to identify and target specific unmet needs in the prostate cancer ecosystem, such as racial inequality and bone metastasis. 

Our dedicated staff team is the key to our success, expanding the amount of research that we fund five times over in four years. PCR has been shortlisted for an Impact Prize and won the Change Project of the year award in 2023  

Ready to drive real-world change with your digital expertise? 

At Prostate Cancer Research, we're making huge strides. Our supporter base has tripled in the last year, our campaigns are making national headlines, and we're investing heavily in growth. We now need a passionate Senior Digital Acquisition Executive to help us seize this momentum. 

This is more than just a job; it’s a chance to build something new. You will have the autonomy to shape our digital acquisition strategy from the ground up. You'll be the driving force behind our paid social and email campaigns, creating compelling journeys that turn clicks into loyal supporters.

We’re not just looking for someone to run campaigns; we're looking for an innovator who will test, learn, and lead us into new digital territories. 

Your Mission

• Spearhead our digital acquisition across paid social, email, and new channels you identify. 

• Design and execute engaging supporter journeys that maximise conversion and long-term value. 

• Analyse performance, share insights, and drive a results-focused fundraising culture. 

Why Join Us? 

• Impact: This is a new role with the potential to shape the future of our individual giving. 

• Growth: We are committed to your professional development within a supportive team. 

• Benefits: We value our people. Enjoy flexible working, private BUPA healthcare, a competitive pension, and more. 

If you're an ambitious digital marketer who thrives in a dynamic environment and wants to fight prostate cancer, we encourage you to apply. 

Key Responsibilities  

Digital Acquisition and Fundraising 

• Develop and implement acquisition campaigns and activity to attract new supporters through social platforms, both paid and unpaid, search engine advertising, and email marketing. As well as novel and innovative platforms and opportunities as identified.

• Analyse metrics and data, reporting on KPI’s, budget and spend, and work to constantly test and optimise campaigns to exceed targets and improve return on advertisement spend / return on investment.

• Ensure regular monitoring of performance across all activities and make necessary adjustments to maximise net income opportunities.

• Analyse and share the results of campaign activity. 

• Support forecasting and budget planning on Digital marketing activities within the IG budget.

• Develop and execute digital campaigns, including where the ultimate conversion is via traditional channels such as telephone or mail, taking an integrated approach, to acquire and convert new supporters. 

• Create and optimise content and digital journeys to maximise conversions and build loyalty. This will include elements of creative fundraising writing, concepting and messaging development, and some visual design development.

• Generate and utilise insight within digital campaigns to improve results.

• Support the organisation in developing the website to be optimised for fundraising, make recommendations to improve performance, optimise content and landing pages, recommend and make the most of on-site technologies and plugins that can help drive our performance. 

• Stay abreast of emerging digital trends and technologies, ensuring our online fundraising efforts remain innovative and effective. 

Stewardship and Supporter Experience 

• Maintain a good level of understanding of our supporters' behaviours and motivations to create and implement stewardship content and journeys, feedback and respond to queries and enquiries relevant to IG activity.

• Work with the team to ensure all supporters are thanked and updated in an appropriate and timely manner and all interactions and activities are in line with our supporter promise. 

• Ensure supporter journeys are segmented and personalised wherever possible.

• Cultivate deeper engagement with supporters beyond transactional interactions, exploring opportunities for meaningful dialogue, feedback mechanisms, and a sense of community. 

• Develop and deliver personalised relationship-building communications and initiatives that recognise supporter loyalty and deepen their connection to the impact of their support. 

• Work with the wider PCR team to maximise opportunities for fundraising and patient impact including via cross selling with different audiences.

• Develop engaging supporter communications and assets for all channels, for example email headers, landing pages, social ads – which drive action and deepen engagement with the cause.

Collaboration and Development  

• Work with Agile principles in mind, together with the IG Team and collaborating colleagues across the organisation, to plan and deliver high quality work.

• Build key relationships across teams within and outside Public Fundraising to achieve successful fundraising outcomes, improving both supporter & patient perceptions of PCR.

• As required, represent PCR externally, promoting our work and building long-term relationships with stakeholders and supporters. 

• Build strong relationships with partners, freelancers and consultants, agencies, and suppliers as needed to support the delivery of individual giving activity.

• Maintain curiosity and a desire for learning and professional development, be responsible for developing your skillset and knowledge to improve in the role and further PCR’s mission.

Database and Compliance 

• Hold a good working knowledge of key aspects of data protection law including GDPR and PECR, and the Fundraising Code of Practice.

• Work with our tools and seek to improve knowledge and use of these, including but not limited to Access CRM, Fundraise Up, Google Analytics 4 (G4A) and MailChimp.

• Adhere to all PCR policies and abide by the code of conduct and other related guidance in the PCR Staff Handbook. 

Skills and Competencies 

Our ideal candidate would have the following: 

• Proven experience in digital acquisition for charity or social cause, or in paid digital marketing or advertising in commercial roles. With demonstrable campaign management experience and expertise setting up and managing campaigns in Meta business suite, Google paid advertising and email marketing.

• Evidence of leading successful digital / integrated digital campaigns leading to significant sales/income/lead generation. 

• The ability to motivate and inspire audiences through content and creative writing and storytelling for digital channels. 

• The ability to monitor and manage income and expenditure against targets as well as forecast and report on digital campaigns across all channels. 

• Knowledge and experience of trends and dynamics in digital fundraising (ideally), including audience identification and optimisation strategies including with new technologies like AI tools. 

• Experience and a track record of working on landing page optimisation and on-site conversion funnel improvements.

• A good understanding of individual giving best practices, trends, and regulatory requirements.

• Experience moderating digital campaigns or working with others to do so (knowledge of issues and best practice) and providing excellent supporter/customer support as needed.

• A strong desire to provide excellent supporter experience and customer journeys to everyone who encounters our campaigns and communications or who gets in touch with us directly.

• A collaborative and innovative mindset with a desire to test, learn and work with stakeholders cross-functionally including internal stakeholders and external consultants or agencies, to develop new activities and campaigns, and achieve strategic goals. 

• A good communicator and team player, with a willingness to pitch in and support the goals of the team and wider organisation as a whole.

• Experience working within Agile project management would be beneficial. 

• Experience collecting content from patients, beneficiaries, or key subject matter experts in the form of written interviews, photos and/or video, and developing this into marketing assets would be desirable. 

• A strong belief in the work we do at PCR, and a demonstrable desire to improve outcomes for patients through our work in fundraising. 

• Good knowledge of WordPress website optimisation and plugins or strong desire to learn. 

How to apply?

Please apply by submitting your CV and a short supporting statement (maximum 600 words) outlining why you would like the role and why you think you’d be a good fit, giving examples of previous experience. There will be a two-stage interview process. The first interview will be online, and the second will be a more informal in-person interview at our offices in London.

For more information about the role, please contact our Head of Individual Giving, Tom Treasure for an informal chat.  

For more information about our organisation and what we do, visit the Prostate Cancer Research website, The Prostate Progress webpage, and the PCR online patient resource, The Infopool.

PCR is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. 

Salary: £46,017

We also offer:

• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) and a discretionary Christmas closure
• Benefits platform with discounts on retail, dining and days out
• Salary sacrifice schemes for gym, bicycles and nursery/childcare
• Access to a free Employee Assistance Scheme to support you inside and outside of work
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Location: Head office (Victoria) typically 2 days a week with remaining from home.
Flexible working: this role is hybrid with typical working hours of 9-5pm. Hybrid working is available in this position. Flexible working requests are welcome. We would also consider applications from part time applicants working 4 days per week.

Role & Responsibilities

Our Fundraising team is growing and as such, we’re looking for a creative and passionate individual to join us in a brand-new role of Membership & Individual Giving Manager.

Membership is one of the key strategic priorities to achieve unrestricted income over the next five years, and in this role, you’ll be overseeing recruitment, retention and managing attrition of members, understanding our members and creating relevant offers and experiences. The role will manage income from individuals through appeals and growing income and support through our nature reserves. The time spent on each area be approximately, membership 60%, IG 30% and legacies 10%.

Our ideal Membership & Individual Giving Manager

• Significant experience in Direct Marketing including Individual Giving and membership/regular giving programmes
• Experience of digital marketing including use of social media to grow supporter base and raise income
• Experience using data, audience insight and analysis to optimise messaging and increase campaign effectiveness
• Experience delivering supporter journeys that are well planned, joined up, and motivate potential and existing supporters with a personalised and positive experience.

(Please see job description for full person specification)

Closing Date: 16th July 2025
Interviews: Are scheduled to take place on 28th July and 30th July and reasonable adjustments will be offered to all candidates including the choice to meet online or in-person.

Does this sound like you? We’d love to hear from you!

Our vision is a London alive with wildlife, with nature in everyone's neighbourhood. To achieve our goal of inspiring everyone to help restore London’s wildlife, we recognise that our team must better reflect and represent all of London’s diverse communities. Find out more about London Wildlife Trust’s commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion on our website.

We are also committed to ensuring that the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk is at the heart of our engagement with people. Read about our commitment to safeguarding on our website.

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Be part of something transformative. On behalf of The Richmond Project, we’re looking for an ambitious and versatile Communications & Engagement Lead to help shape the voice of a new charity tackling the UK’s numeracy crisis head-on.

Created and led by Akshata Murty and Rishi Sunak, The Richmond Project supports innovative initiatives that give families the tools and confidence to break down barriers to numeracy — boosting social mobility and creating real opportunity.

This is a rare chance to join a newly established organisation from the very start, helping define its public presence and engagement strategy.

About the role

You’ll be responsible for delivering creative, high-impact communications that bring the mission to life. From social media content to press engagement, local campaigns to stakeholder updates — you’ll be at the heart of their public-facing work. You will strategise, plan and deliver communications campaigns to support public engagement, partnerships and fundraising.

You’ll also play a key role in managing reputation and supporting crisis communications, working closely with their external PR agency to ensure consistency, agility, and strength in their messaging.

About you

We're looking for someone creative, confident, and mission-driven — someone who thrives in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment and wants to help shape a charity from the ground up.

You’ll ideally bring:

• 5+ years’ experience in communications, PR or brand marketing
• An understanding of the charity or non-profit space
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a clear and engaging style
• Experience working across multiple channels, including digital and print
• Good judgement and interpersonal skills when working with press, partners and stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with accuracy and flair

Why join?

This is more than just a comms role — it’s a chance to help build the voice and profile of a new national charity with high-profile leadership, an urgent mission, and a powerful story to tell. You’ll be part of a small, ambitious founding team, where your ideas, energy and creativity will have direct impact from day one.

• Location: Victoria, Central London (the majority of your week will be office based, with hybrid working available, and some UK travel)
• Salary: £45,000-£50,000+ depending on experience
• Contract: Full-time, permanent

Please apply now! We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Location: Wenlock Road, London N1

Salary: £40,560 per annum (DEC Grade 5 Manager)

Contract status: Full time. 2 years fixed term (subject to a further extension)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Social Media Manager with strong content creation skills who will lead on our organic presence across multiple channels. This is an exciting time to join the Communications team as we develop our social media platform strategies, increase our collaboration with talent and influencers, align our organic and paid digital presence and experiment through a test-and-learn approach. If all of this excites you then this could be the role for you.

***Please download the job description for full details***

About you

You will have expertise in driving engagement and awareness across multiple channels, be skilled at producing and commissioning creative content, strong experience in community management and be up-to-date on the latest trends and changes in the social media landscape. Experience of working in the charity sector and a sound understanding of what makes good fundraising content would be a distinct advantage.

The ideal candidate will be experienced in working within the parameters of an established brand whilst driving innovation and maximising creative opportunities. You will be equally at home with the day-to-day management of social media accounts as with working with the Head of Communications and Content to develop and deliver our strategic objectives using data and insights.

What we offer

 Flexible working hours (outside of an appeal)

25 days annual leave, rising with length of service (3 years: 27 days. 5 years: 30 days)

3% employers’ pension contribution, rising to 8% post probation.

HealthCare Cash Plan, providing an array of health services, (~£1, 660 cash value, per year)

Wellbeing support

Discounted access to various health club providers (via Gympass).

Discounts schemes for various retailers and businesses

Discounted tickets for events

Season ticket loan (post probation)

Financial hardship loan (post probation)

Cycle-to-work & Car scheme (post probation)

 About us

The Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) brings together 15 leading UK aid charities to raise funds quickly and efficiently at times of humanitarian crisis overseas. This role will require you to lead on organic social media as part of the DEC Communications team, working closely with the Digital and Innovation team in Fundraising, collaborate with social leads across our 15 member charities and public figures through our talent agency. During appeal launch periods it will also involve managing a small social media team of volunteers.

All roles at the DEC are based in our London office. We operate a hybrid working model, with some non-negotiable office attendance. Please note, during the two-week appeal launch period, staff are required to work extremely long hours, in a faced-paced busy environment, with mandatory office attendance.

How to apply

If this role is of interest and meets your skills, experience, and knowledge, then please apply with your anonymised CV and cover letter [i.e. please state your initials only, not your full name]. If you include links to social media work or an online portfolio please state clearly what your role/contribution was.

Please send your application by 9am, Monday 21st July 2025. Early application is advised as we will be reviewing applications as they arrive and may hold initial interviews before the application deadline.

We are unable to support applications for our vacancies if you do not have the right to work in the UK.

 The DEC is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from anyone who can meet the criteria, regardless of gender, race, age, disability, sexuality, or religion.

The DEC is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children and vulnerable adults and participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from successful applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. 

Fresh Futures is happy to announce a vacancy with an exciting opportunity to manage and grow a pipeline of existing and prospective corporate supporters, with an aim to shape meaningful collaborations that make a real difference.

Established over 50 years ago, Fresh Futures is a regional charity dedicated to supporting disadvantaged and vulnerable children, young people and their families. Our vision is for all children, young people and their families to have opportunities for a better life, now and in the future.

Hours of Work: This role is offered at 30 hours per week. However, we are open to discussing slightly reduced hours, flexible working patterns, or a job share arrangement for the right candidate(s). If you are interested in alternative working arrangements, please outline your ideal working pattern in your covering email when submitting your application

Contract: Permanent
Salary: £31,249.40 FTE (will be pro rata when hours confirmed)
Base: Brian Jackson House, Huddersfield, HD1 5JP

Closing Date: Sunday 27th July 2025 at 5:00pm

Interview Date: Thursday 31st July 2025

Purpose of the job

Why the job exists and overall responsibility

• Income generation through a diverse range of sources including but not limited to corporate and community fundraising and grants and trust applications
• Delivery of marketing and communications across the charity
• Line management of an officer with responsibility for fundraising and communication activities
• Budget management for projects and campaigns
• Internal and external event delivery
• Management and project delivery of discrete projects and fundraising campaigns
• Involvement in volunteering activities
• Contribute to delivery and development of the Fundraising and Engagement Strategy

Main Activities

Income Generation:

• Build multi-year corporate relationships that generate income and gifts in-kind by creating and maintaining an active pipeline
• Identify and cultivate opportunities for new partnerships and funding streams
• Manage a portfolio of partners and fundraisers, ensuring effective communication and stewardship
• Prepare and submit funding applications and reports in a timely manner
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure project delivery and reporting
• Ensure the CRM system is updated regularly to reflect activities and report to KPIs set by the Head of Income and Engagement

Marketing and Communications:

• Contribute to the creation and delivery of key marketing materials across multiple channels and audiences
• Maintain accurate records of activity and performance, generating regular performance reports
• Work collaboratively cross team to ensure delivery of all elements relating to projects and campaigns across the charity
• Develop audience approach content for social media and disseminate in a timely manner, supporting all teams marketing needs
• Responsibility for development and updates to websites across Fresh Futures
• Explore new marketing channels and build external marketing partnerships offering in-kind support
• Write press releases and deliver media interviews representing the charity, as directed by the Head of Income and Engagement

Line Management:

• Manage an officer working within the income and engagement team to effectively deliver all aspects of their role
• Work closely with Managers to ensure they are receiving the support they need from the Income and Engagement team
• Plan team delivery alongside the other Income and Engagement Manager to manage work allocation and delivery effectively within the team

Budgets:

• Assist the Head of Income and Engagement with the preparation of budgets
• Responsible for the management of specific project or campaign budgets,
• ensuring costs are always monitored and income targets are met (where appropriate)

Internal and external event delivery:

• Support delivery of internal events, to budget and in a timely manner, including
• liaison with suppliers, and attendees
• Build partnerships and attend external events to represent Fresh Futures and raise awareness of the charity
• Support delivery of internal events, to budget and in a timely manner, including liaison with suppliers, speakers and attendees
• Oversee event budgets as directed by the Head of Income and Engagement

Volunteer delivery:

• Design and deliver presentations to third-sector organisations, businesses, and universities to showcase and promote Fresh Futures
• Work with the leadership team in supporting Fresh Futures’ vision for the future and create appropriate volunteering opportunities to support the vision and strategy moving forward

Discrete project and campaign delivery:

• Manage key fundraising projects or campaigns in a timely manner
• Oversee budgets and meet income targets, where appropriate
• Manage junior staff members or temp workers to deliver projects or campaigns effectively and within the designated timescale
• Develop and deliver fundraising campaigns or projects using appropriate project management tools, including but not limited to the CRM system

Strategy:

• Support the Head of Income and Engagement and the SLT in developing the
• strategic direction for the Income and Engagement team
• Work within the team to delivery the Income and Engagement Strategy
• Manage junior members of the team to deliver key aspects of the strategy as identified to sit within their remit

Knowledge, training and experience required

• Experience working within the voluntary sector generating income and running fundraising campaigns
• Experience of Canva, CRM systems, social media scheduling platforms useful
• Knowledge of a range of fundraising approaches and marketing techniques
• Experience working with a range of external partners including from the commercial sector

Key personal characteristics

• Flexible and reliable
• Team player
• Target driven
• Ability to work in a busy and fast paced environment independently

For 140 years, the Forces Employment Charity has proudly supported Service leavers, veterans, and their families in building successful civilian careers.

We provide veterans with life-long, life-changing support, jobs, and training opportunities, regardless of circumstances, rank, length of service, or reason for leaving.

Brief role description:

We are seeking a creative and  proactive Social Media Officer to manage and grow the charity’s social media presence across all platforms. Reporting to the Communications Manager, you will be responsible for creating engaging content, managing social communities, and delivering measurable impact through digital campaigns. Your work will help amplify the charity’s voice, build awareness, and strengthen engagement with our diverse audiences.​

​Interested? Want to know more about the Charity?check out our website.

Eager to know more the role? Have a look at the Job Description attached.

​What’s in it for you? Check out the Benefits sheet attached.

Have we convinced you to apply? If so, submit your CV and Covering Letter by closing date Tuesday 22 July 2025​

Please note: Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert; therefore, we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. ​If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made The People Team aware before applying.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff by fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone, including those with disabilities, can thrive, develop, and achieve their full potential. We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and ensure reasonable adjustments are made to support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that residency and security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process.

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The Cleft Lip and Palate Association (CLAPA) is the national charity for people affected by cleft lip and palate in the United Kingdom. 

We are looking for a Digital Communications Coordinator to cover maternity leave and to support our busy Communications team.

The Digital Communications Coordinator is a key role within CLAPA, responsible for implementing our digital communications strategy to engage and inspire the UK cleft community. This role moves beyond content creation to take ownership of CLAPA’s digital communications across social and email platforms, ensuring online communications are strategic and data-driven. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, this role supports the planning, delivery, and monitoring of campaigns that inform, support, and connect the cleft community in the UK. 

This is a hands-on role suited to someone with a good understanding of digital communications and a passion for community engagement. The Coordinator will manage day-to-day digital content, respond to online enquiries, and support internal teams with their communications needs. They will also play an important part in maintaining CLAPA’s brand and voice across all channels, ensuring our communications are accessible, on-brand, and effective. 

NB - We reserve the right to close applications early if we receive a high volume of strong candidates. 

Purpose of the Job

The role is a key part of the HFEH Mind team delivering mental health services across Hammersmith & Fulham, Ealing, and Hounslow.

The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for recruiting, supporting, and retaining volunteers across the charity. You will ensure that volunteers have a positive experience, receive appropriate training and guidance, and feel valued for the time and skills they give. You will also work closely with staff to match volunteers to roles.

We currently offer three types of volunteering roles at HFEH Mind:

• Client facing support– Working alongside staff supporting service users
• Events – Supporting outreach & fundraising efforts and promoting our work
• Central Support – Blogging, graphic design, administration, etc.

General/Key Responsibilities

• Interview, recruit, onboard, and induct new volunteers in line with organisational needs, maintaining around 50-60 volunteers across the charity.
• Work with staff to identify new volunteering opportunities and develop volunteer role descriptions.
• Work effectively to ensure volunteers feel a part of HFEH Mind and gain value from their time with us.
• Develop and maintain volunteer policies, role descriptions, and procedures.
• Ensure all volunteering activity adheres to safeguarding, GDPR and health and safety policies.
• Promote volunteering opportunities through social media, local networks, and community partnerships
• Develop and deliver engaging volunteer training, support sessions and recognition initiatives.
• Be the main point of contact to support volunteers, listen to suggestions and/or concerns and support in resolve any volunteering related issues or complaints.
• Provide advice and guidance to volunteers about their matched relationship (with support from the wider team) and highlight safeguarding concerns as appropriate.
• Ensure each volunteer is assigned a named supervisor and receives appropriate supervision (at least every 4–6 weeks depending on role)

Volunteering Experience

• Ensure volunteers are receiving regular supervision and support during their placement.
• Monitor volunteer satisfaction, provide ongoing recognition and celebrate volunteer contributions
• Regularly report on the volunteer experience, including both quantitative and qualitative feedback & exit interviews

Administrative

• Maintain an up-to-date volunteer database and contact list.
• Support Director of Adult Services to provide reflective practice sessions for service-facing volunteers. 
• Ensure volunteer training compliance is at required levels.

Other Responsibilities

• Join monthly volunteer meeting with Operational Directors, Head of Marketing & Communications and Head of HR.
• Ensure that  equity and inclusion are at the heart of our volunteering programme  and share in our commitment to equality of opportunity and to eliminating discrimination.
• Contribute to our fundraising effort by embracing opportunities to fundraise yourself, to promote fundraising and to support the fundraising team.
• Share our commitment to safeguarding adults and children at risk of harm, and ensure that volunteers are trained in and adhere to safe practice.
• Ensure that information is obtained, used and stored in accordance with our Data Protection and Confidentiality policy.
• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the level of the role.

Person specification

Essential

• Experience of working with or coordinating volunteers, ideally in a charity.
• An understanding of and commitment to improving the mental health of our communities, and ability to ensure that volunteers with lived experience of mental health problems are included and supported.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work with people with from diverse communities with a range of life experiences, views and reasons for volunteering
• Ability to support, organise, and motivate people, and ensure that volunteers feel like they belong within the organisation
• Good IT and administration skills (e.g. Microsoft Office, databases)
• Commitment to equality, inclusion and the values of the charity sector.
• Understanding of safeguarding, GDPR and confidentiality.
• A proactive and flexible approach to problem solving
• Ability and willingness to travel to HFEH Mind sites.

Desirable

• Experience of working in the charity or community sector.
• Experience of HR administration, in particular recruitment and onboarding.
• Experience in delivering training or group facilitation.

We are an equal opportunities employer; and are proud to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons from all backgrounds.

HFEH Mind 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 children and vulnerable adults.

Post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Location: London, Hybrid/Remote (Occasional presence in the London office required)

Hours: Full-Time or Part-Time (5 days or 4 days a week)

Remuneration: £65,000 - £70,000 per annum, depending on experience

Contract: 11 months fixed-term contract (Parental Leave Cover)

Start Date: 22 September 2025

About FILE

The Foundation for International Law for the Environment (FILE) is a not-for-profit philanthropic organisation working to accelerate legal action on climate change. 

Through grant-making and in-house legal expertise, we empower our partners to deliver strategic, innovative legal interventions and we support lawyers in their own countries to bring their own cases. 

Legal action can unlock the systemic changes in finance, policy and social systems needed to protect all of us from climate change. The power of the law is both direct (changing policy and practice) and indirect (signalling the wider shifts taking place across these systems).

FILE is a ‘regrantor’ - this means we do not bring legal action in our own name. We receive grants from our philanthropic donors and make onwards grants to partners who align with FILE’s charitable aims and purposes. We do not seek to make any profit from our activities either in a relevant financial year or in the longer term.

Role overview

This is an exciting opportunity to take a senior role in FILE’s high-performing fundraising team and secure support from some of the world’s leading foundations working in climate.

FILE is seeking an ambitious and experienced Philanthropic Partnerships Lead to lead relationships with significant funders and play a critical role in shaping and advancing FILE’s ambitious fundraising strategy. The Philanthropic Partnerships Lead will take the lead across a portfolio of existing donors and seek new funding opportunities from major philanthropic foundations.

The Philanthropic Partnerships Lead will work closely with the Head of Philanthropic Partnerships and FILE leadership to shape fundraising and donor stewardship strategies and drive fundraising success. They will be comfortable operating at the most senior level externally to devise and deliver excellent donor experiences, and adept at navigating complex internal environments.

This is a high-profile position, building out FILE’s successful fundraising team. In a highly collaborative and dynamic environment, there is real potential for the right candidate to shape and grow the role to become a fundraising leader at FILE. The Philanthropic Partnerships Lead will have the opportunity to work with major global philanthropies and to take a key role in supporting the future direction of a highly ambitious organisation. We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about the power of philanthropy and excited to make an impact in a fast-paced high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities will include:

Donor relationship management and stewardship

The Philanthropic Partnerships Lead will lead on several significant funder relationships, co-ordinating internally with FILE Leadership, the Head of Philanthropic Parnterships and strategic experts to devise and deliver excellent stewardship and donor experiences.

This will include:

• Setting donor strategy and creating and managing bespoke donor stewardship plans and communications
• Leading externally in face-to-face and virtual meetings, events and engagements and managing complex donor relationships across multiple stakeholders and workstreams
• Leading on key relationship touchpoints including performance and strategy reviews
• Liaising across internal cross-functional teams to plan and co-ordinate donor engagement at multiple levels
• Leading on proposals, donor impact reports, budgets and other key outputs

Cultivating new funder relationships

Securing new support is a critical organisational priority and the candidate will have the opportunity to forge new relationships with major funders.

Alongside FILE leadership and the Head of Philanthropic Partnerships, they will be responsible for identifying and progressing new pipeline opportunities and become the fundraising lead for specific thematic areas and initiatives.

This will include:

• Devising and delivering bespoke cultivation strategies for key donor prospects
• Devising new funding propositions and strategies for high-priority areas and new strategic initiatives
• Working with FILE leadership and strategy leads to delivering engaging cultivation, including through meetings, calls and written materials
• Actively progressing opportunities through the fundraising pipeline and leading on proposal development for target opportunities

Providing strategic support to the Head of Philanthropic Partnerships and leading cross-organisational projects and initiatives

The Philanthropic Partnerships Lead will provide strategic counsel to the Head of Philanthropic Partnerships to develop and implement the wider fundraising strategy and take the lead on strategic initiatives such as:

• Designing and implementing an approach to communications planning and delivery, including through the creation and management of key communications content
• Designing, scoping and initiating new donor engagement products and experiences for most senior stakeholders
• Shaping donor engagement priorities and communications for FILE leadership

Key Competencies and Person Specifications

• The ideal candidate will be a senior relationship and stakeholder manager with demonstrable experience working in philanthropy, high-value funding or other senior relationship management roles.
• They will have extensive experience working in complex cross-functional roles with excellent influencing skills and strategic acumen.
• They will have experience in securing and managing 7 figure funding relationships and be confident working at the most senior level externally.
• They will have significant knowledge and experience in the foundation/ philanthropy sector, ideally in the climate or environmental space.
• The candidate will thrive in fast-paced environments, and be adept at managing complex and multi-level relationships both internally and externally.
• They will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be confident in leading on compelling proposals and pitches, turning complex and technical information into engaging donor content and experiences.
• The candidate will be highly organized, demonstrate strong project management skills and be comfortable balancing a varied and demanding workload.
• They will have a passion for global environmental issues, particularly climate change and biodiversity loss, and an affinity with FILE’s values.

Location

We are advertising this role for candidates based (and with the right to work) in the UK or the Netherlands.

Therefore, please note that this role will be advertised in multiple locations, but we are only hiring for one position. Please apply to the job post for your preferred location.

Working for FILE

FILE is a collaborative community of individuals who share a passion for climate, nature, and justice. We bring together knowledge and experience to support our mission.

Our people are empowered to lead their work both individually and as part of a wider team in order to make impactful change. As a relatively young organisation with the ambitious mission to change global systems, our roles are ideally suited to those who are highly strategic, flexible and adaptable, and open to growing in line with the Foundation.

FILE is committed to challenging inequality and values diversity, equity and justice in all areas of life. Our mission, work and impact is global, with staff and partners from across the world and a range of lived experiences. We firmly believe that we are strengthened by the diversity of our partners and staff.

At FILE, we actively work to create an inclusive culture where colleagues feel welcomed, heard and supported to succeed and thrive.

How FILE supports its staff

FILE is committed to creating a workplace that supports our staff to do their best work and develop professionally. FILE offer a generous annual leave policy and additional time-off work to support wellbeing. Amongst other benefits, FILE offers private healthcare and a contribution to a pension scheme.

FILE is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and encourage candidates who can contribute to the diversity of our team to apply.
Join us in making a tangible difference in the fight against climate change by creating spaces where diverse voices come together to drive impactful solutions.

Applications

Please apply on our website and upload your CV and Cover Letter. This role is open for applications immediately. If you are interested, we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible. The role will close on the 23rd of July. The first interviews will be held the week commencing on the 4th of August. 

Diversity & Inclusion

As an equal opportunity employer, FILE is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join FILE.

About the role

The Passage’s philanthropy portfolio has grown significantly over the last three years through dedicated relationship management and compelling applications that have brought to life the fantastic work and outcomes achieved by The Passage’s services. A recent audit of our Trusts and Foundations programme identified further opportunities for growth with both newly created and well-established funders.

The Passage’s new three-year strategy, The Art of the Possible, is based around the themes of prevention, convening and sustaining, and highlights the importance of collaboration. The Fundraising, Communications and Trading team are seeking a passionate, articulate, and experienced individual to further enhance and sustain our trusts and foundations income stream so that The Passage can support more people to find a place to call home.

Main duties

• Lead relationships with a portfolio of trusts, foundations, and other grant-making bodies to establish a robust pipeline of sustainable income.
• Provide effective stewardship of existing trust donors and prospects to ensure repeat gifts and to increase support where relevant.
• Create innovative opportunities and develop funding proposals that match funding opportunities to The Passage’s range of services.
• Develop an annual prospect pipeline with the aim of securing sustainable, multi-year income.
• Support the Senior Philanthropy Manager to prepare accurate annual budgets, forecasts, and income phasing.
• Maintain accurate records on the Salesforce database and ensure donor records are compliant.

General responsibilities

• In conjunction with the Senior Philanthropy Manager to continuously develop the role to ensure that all tasks are being undertaken in an effective and appropriate manner which meets the strategic aims and objectives of The Passage.
• To participate in internal/external meetings as required, attend training events, conferences and other functions as necessary.
• To participate in regular supervision and annual appraisal, and help in identifying your own job-related development and training needs.
• To ensure that all The Passage policies and procedures are being adhered to, particularly those relating to Code of Practice and Confidentiality.
• To contribute to the effective implementation of The Passage’s Diversity and Equality Policy as it affects both The Passage and its work with vulnerable adults.
• To at all times undertake your role in a professional manner maintaining a high quality standard of work, and to always work in accordance with the aims, values and ethos of The Passage.

Desired experience

• Experience of writing successful fundraising applications and proposals.
• Demonstrable track record of achieving financial targets from trusts and foundations, grant-making bodies, and major donor supporters.
• Experience of cultivating new prospects and converting them to become warm. donors.
• Proven stewardship skills with the ability to inspire and retain support from trusts, foundations, and other grant-making bodies.
• Ability to undertake in-depth prospect research and data analysis.

Desired knowledge

• Up to date knowledge of trust and foundation prospects, particularly those most suited to supporting the work of The Passage.
• Able to understand budgets and summarise financial information.
• Knowledge and expertise of working with CRM systems to effectively manage donor relationships.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent. (Desirable)
• Relevant qualification in fundraising.

Above all we are looking for inspiring and committed individuals who have a genuine desire to support people, and to help them to rebuild the

Are you an organised and driven relationship-builder with a flair for writing and a passion for purpose-led work? Join Cruse Bereavement Support as we launch our new three-year strategy to ensure bereaved people across England, Wales and Northern Ireland get the support they need.

We’re looking for a Partnerships Officer to play a key role in our evolving income generation team. This is a varied and rewarding role supporting Trusts and Foundations, Corporate Partnerships, and External Training and Consultancy. You’ll manage a portfolio of warm funders and partners, help develop new opportunities, and ensure our supporters receive excellent stewardship and communications.

How to apply

Your application must consist of a CV and covering letter, which outlines your suitability for the role with reference to the Job Description and Person Specification and should be no longer than two pages.

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Thursday 17th July, with interviews taking place on 21st-23rd July, via a video call.

Please be advised that if you do not hear from us by 5pm on Friday 18th July, unfortunately on this occasion you have not been shortlisted.

Cruse welcomes and encourages applications from all protected groups as defined by the Equality Act 2010. Appointment will be made on merit.

Criminal Record Checks

All staff are required to complete a Criminal Record check. Staff working directly with clients will be required to complete an enhanced check. We comply with the relevant codes of practice and they can be viewed online: 

· Applicants in England and Wales: DBS Code of Practice

· Applicants in Northern Ireland: AccessNI Code of Practice

Previous convictions will not prevent full consideration of your application to work with Cruse. Our Recruitment of Ex-offenders' Policy & Handling Criminal Record Check Data Policy are available on request by email.

We comply with all relevant data protection legislation and process your data fairly.   

Interim Head of Finance & Operations

Career Ready is a social mobility charity that believes that every young person deserves the opportunity to enjoy a rewarding future.

We were founded in 2002 by leading business figures with a mission: to boost social mobility by empowering young people and giving their talents a platform from which to flourish. Since then, we’ve grown in England and Scotland to support young people in areas of need.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced, qualified Finance professional to lead our Finance & Operations function.

About the Role

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer the Interim Head of Finance & Operations leads on and assumes day to day responsibility for providing high quality, strategic financial management for Career Ready.

You will lead on business operations to ensure the ongoing effective functioning of the charity and drive sustainable growth.

The Interim Head of Finance and Operations plays a key role in leading greater organisational efficiency and simplifying processes and will continue the delivery of a project plan reflecting the 2025-30 strategy.

You will play a critical role in driving the increased quality of Career Ready’s offer to our stakeholders in line with our strategy, vision and values.

Member of our SMT, comprising of the CEO, Director for Scotland, Director of Programme and Partnerships and Heads of functions.

This is an interim role to cover a period of maternity leave.

Main responsibilities and accountabilities

· Lead, direct and manage the finance and operations functions, overseeing two direct reports, ensuring they deliver a high-quality service to all internal and external stakeholders and are seen as adding value, in enabling Career Ready to achieve its vision and strategic objectives through its people. 

· Continue the delivery of a project plan reflecting the 2025-30 strategy, ensuring that activities happen at pace, are deadline-driven and achieve a high level of impact.

· Assume overall responsibility for the financial management of Career Ready, working with the SMT to ensure high quality and effective use of charitable funds.

· Input into and review the financial elements of funding applications and ensure that fund accounting processes align with funders’ requirements for project reporting.

· Produce financial reports for various stakeholders, as well as leading on financial modelling.

· Have oversight of all financial and accountancy matters including month end reports, management accounts, cash flow management, compliance, tax liability, presentation of management information and KPIs. Ensure that the CEO and Trustees are provided with accurate, timely information and analysis. 

· Oversee and coordinate the fully managed payroll services with the external bureau for all Career Ready employees and for some internship students (Jun to Aug during the Summer)

· Administration of the Staff Opt-In Pension Scheme, including onboarding new staff (Royal London)

· Act as a role model in our ‘one team’ culture. Lead in the development of efficient working practices across the charity, creating momentum and supporting motivation within the charity. 

· Lead risk management strategies and internal control procedures to minimise the risk of loss, or damage to, Career Ready’s assets. 

· Prepare and submit annual operational budgets and annual accounts to the CEO for review and approval.

· Draft and deliver papers for Trustees and Finance and Fundraising Committee (F&FC) meetings. 

· Attend Board and F&FC meetings to present papers and answer questions related to areas of expertise. 

· Provide day to day line management of the Senior Finance Officers and support their ongoing growth and development.

· Management of organisational governance and compliance activities, including policy management.

· Oversee and manage the organisation’s risk management register and process, with input from SMT.

· Oversee reviews and renewals of all insurance policies that affect the organisation.

· Lead on the compliance of statutory and charity regulatory reporting, giving guidance to colleagues where required.

· Ensure any changes to processes and procedures across the function are clearly documented.

Person Specification

Essential skills and experience

•  Belief and commitment to Career Ready’s mission and values
• Qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/AAT) accountant with at least 5 years’ experience in financial management including budgeting, preferably in the charity sector.
• Significant experience in producing management and financial accounts
• Skilled in financial reporting and producing VAT returns
• Preparing for and ensuring a successful year-end audit, and demonstrable knowledge of UK Charities SORP and other reporting standards
• Experience in budgeting to support strategic decision making.
• Financial dexterity and strong analytical skills.
• Strong IT skills, including advanced MS Excel skills and extensive of using an accounting software, preferably Xero
• Excellent organisational and prioritising skills and ability to work independently and with autonomy
• Strong starter finisher with ability to lead and drive projects
• Knowledge of charity governance and compliance requirements
• Ability to build excellent relationships and have effective engagement with stakeholders
• Good communication skills and ability to communicate financial concepts to non-finance staff
• Attention to detail
• Ability to present financial information to various audiences
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and sensitivity of financial information
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to cope with competing demands to deadlines
• Honest and dependable

Desirable skills and experience

• Experience of leading a team, strong team building skills
• Line management experience
• Experience of using MS Planner or other project management tools
• Genuine interest in the work done by the Charity
• Experience of using a CRM (Salesforce)
• Degree in financial management or accounting

Full details are provided in the candidate pack

Salary and Benefits

Salary: £52,000 to £54,000 FTE (salary will be pro-rata for part time hours)

28-35 hours per week.  Career Ready is committed to supporting condensed/flexible working patterns.

Permanent and remote.  Travel to London required on an occasional basis

You will be rewarded with the following benefits:

· 6% contribution to personal pension plan, subject to 3% employee contribution.

· Annual leave: 27 days per annum plus bank/public holidays (pro rata for part time). The charity is also closed between Christmas and New Year. Career Ready also allows flexible use of some Bank & Public Holidays

· Cycle to Work Scheme

· Access to both our Reward Gateway Portal and an Employee Assistance Programme.

· Flexible working

· Work from home allowance and paid travel expenses.

We regret that Career Ready is unable to offer visa sponsorship and candidates must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK. In accordance with our commitment to safeguarding, offers of employment are subject to completion of a DBS check. 

Timetable

Applications close at 9am on Monday 21 July 2025 

Please note that the closing date may be brought forward if we receive strong applications.

This is an interim role to cover a period of maternity leave, with a provisional start date of late September for a handover period.