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Head of Development and Fundraising

TLC: Talk, Listen, Change

Manchester, Greater Manchester (Hybrid) 3.24 miles

£41,404 - £49,042 per year

Full-time

Permanent

Social Welfare

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Job description

Job Purpose

To lead and oversee the delivery of TLC: Talk, Listen, Change’s charitable income generation and fundraising function, driving sustainable income growth through a diverse portfolio of opportunities including commissioning, grant applications, charitable trusts and foundations and fundraising activity. The Head of Development will carry out a mixed role, primarily consisting of informing the strategy, supervising the team and supporting them to secure income - while also directly creating some high-value / high-stakes submissions themselves. The role will play a key part in shaping and delivering the organisation’s growth ambitions, ensuring a strong and balanced pipeline across statutory, commissioned and voluntary income streams. As part of TLC’s Senior Leadership Team, the postholder will act as a senior advisor on charitable income generation opportunities and contribute to the wider strategic direction of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership and Contribution

Be a member of the Senior Leadership Team of TLC: Talk, Listen, Change, contributing to organisational strategy, growth and long-term sustainability.
Work alongside the Group Director of Partnerships and Development and other senior leaders to shape and deliver TLC’s development and charitable income generation strategy.
Act as a senior advisor on development, funding and growth of charitable income sources for the organisation.
Take a lead role in fostering a culture of ambition, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Development and Income Generation

Lead the team to deliver focused and successful development activity across TLC, ensuring a strong and sustainable pipeline of opportunities across: Tenders / commissioning (including pre-market engagement such as soft market testing, actual submissions including PQQs, ITTs, framework applications and presentations / interviews) Charitable trusts and foundations, Grants, Fundraising, Corporate relationships
Work closely with our: Group Head of Marketing and Communications to create and run exciting, engaging campaigns and projects which grow awareness of and support for TLC, ultimately leading to increased income, Director of Finance To ensure budgets are accurate and bids appropriately costed, Director and Heads of Services To ensure we can deliver safely, securely and effectively, Director of Partnerships and Development To ensure strategic alignment and relationships.
Ensure a detailed understanding of all tender specifications including a thorough assessment of the implications and requirements of TLC within each opportunity.
Ensure all submissions are high quality, aligned to TLC values and priorities.
Work closely with service leads and partnerships colleagues to identify, scope and develop new opportunities.

Leadership and Management

Provide strong leadership to the Development team, including line management of Development Managers.
Support a high-performing, collaborative team culture aligned to TLC behaviours and values.
Ensure effective performance management, supervision, and development of staff (including one-to-ones, appraisals and team meetings).

Performance, Planning and Delivery

Lead the development and delivery of a clear development plan aligned to organisational strategy.
Monitor and report on development and fundraising performance, ensuring a data informed approach to decision-making.
Provide delegated budget management for development and fundraising activity.
Ensure smooth transition from development activity to service mobilisation, working closely with operational teams.

External Relationships and Profile

Build and maintain strong relationships with commissioners, funders and partners with regard to charitable income generation opportunities.
Represent TLC at external forums, networks and events, contributing to sector influence and profile. Governance and Ways of Working
Ensure all development and fundraising activity aligns with TLC policies, values and ethical frameworks.
Contribute to organisational planning cycles, board reporting and strategic development processes.
Commit to continuous professional development and maintain awareness of sector trends and opportunities.

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Posted on: 25 June 2026

Closing date: 14 July 2026 at 17:00

Tags: Campaigns, Communications, Fundraising, Business Development, Corporate Fundraising, Events / Activities, Digital Fundraising

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Interim Head of Fundraising

Charity Horizons

Remote

£40,000 - £44,000 per year

Full-time

Contract

Disability

Actively Interviewing

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Job description

Enham Trust is one of the UK’s longest-established disability charities, supporting disabled people to live, work and enjoy life for more than 100 years. As part of the wider Aster Group, Enham continues to deliver specialist services with a clear social purpose.

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Interim Head of Fundraising to provide operational oversight and work with senior leaders on the strategic development of income generation during an important period for the charity.

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Income Generation, Fundraising and Engagement, you will lead and support a small but committed fundraising team, including the Corporate Partnerships Manager and Valued Donor Fundraiser, while ensuring robust governance and fundraising compliance across the function.

This is a leadership role where success will come from your ability to guide and support the team, and ensure fundraising activity is delivered in line with best practice and regulatory requirements.

There is an established senior leadership presence within the fundraising function, and this role has been created to provide additional capacity and continuity during a period of need. It offers an opportunity to build on existing work and maintain momentum while supporting the team and wider organisational priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Provide leadership and direction to the fundraising team, supporting performance, development and delivery.
Produce high-quality reports, analysis and updates for senior stakeholders and Boards.
Ensure compliance with fundraising legislation, the Code of Fundraising Practice and wider governance requirements.
Oversee fundraising policies, processes and risk management frameworks.
Work collaboratively with colleagues across Enham Trust and the wider Aster Group.
Monitor fundraising performance, KPIs and budget management.

About You

We welcome candidates from a broad fundraising leadership or management background. What is essential is your ability to provide strategic leadership and confidently navigate fundraising governance and compliance frameworks.

You will bring:

Fundraising leadership experience.
Strong knowledge of the Code of Fundraising Practice, fundraising regulation and charity governance.
Experience producing reports and presenting information to senior leadership teams and Boards.
A track record of leading, motivating and developing fundraising teams.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Confidence working autonomously in a remote environment
Experience using CRM systems, ideally Donorfy.
A collaborative, solutions-focused approach, with the confidence to challenge and improve existing ways of working.

Why Join Enham Trust?

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a unique organisation that has been championing opportunities for disabled people for over a century. From its accessible community and employment programmes to its care, housing and retail services, Enham Trust delivers life-changing support every day.

You'll join a passionate team with strong organisational backing, ambitious plans, and the freedom to bring fresh thinking, leadership and expertise to the fundraising function.

Working Arrangements

Fully remote role (Travel to Andover approximately once per month to meet with the team)
Occasional travel to fundraising events and meetings as required.
Fixed-term contract for 4 months.

If you're an experienced fundraising leader who thrives on strategy, governance, team development and driving improvement, we'd love to hear from you. To register your interest please apply here, or for more information contact Leanne or Jen at Charity Horizons.

Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format, such as audio or video upload, please contact either Charlie or Leanne who will be happy to advise on this. Also, please let us know if you require any adaptations for your initial engagement with us.

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, gender, gender expression, political view, sexual orientation, medical condition, and pregnancy.

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