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Alumni Engagement Assistant (2 posts)
Goldsmiths, University of London is recruiting two posts:
- Full-time Alumni Engagement Assistant (35 hours/week)
- Part-time Alumni Engagement Assistant (14 hours/week)
What makes Goldsmiths unique?
Goldsmiths is a world-renowned university that has a reputation for rigorous and innovative academic work; creativity has long been our hallmark. Academic excellence and imaginative course content combine to make a place where creative minds can thrive.
About the Department
The Development and Alumni Office is a small, dynamic team responsible for building a culture of support for Goldsmiths, whether that is through philanthropy, volunteering or advocacy. Our fundraising activities support highly impactful projects that change lives and even save lives, and that reflect Goldsmiths' values of civic engagement, social inclusion and educational excellence. The Alumni Engagement and Alumni Giving programmes aim to build relationships that inspire alumni, colleagues and friends to support Goldsmiths through volunteering, donations and gifts in Wills.
About the Role
Goldsmiths has an alumni community of 93,500 former students and staff in 160 countries around the world, who offer a unique set of skills and experience. This vital role at Goldsmiths will assist the Alumni Engagement and Alumni Giving team with building and maintaining relationships with alumni through impactful communications, volunteering, events and giving initiatives, which seek the engagement and support of our alumni community.
About the Candidate
We are looking to recruit two exceptional candidates to the role of Alumni Engagement Assistant. This vital role will be the first point of contact for alumni, as well as having responsibility for alumni communications, engaging alumni with volunteering, and assisting with events.
The role would suit a highly creative individual with the ability to write compelling copy for external audiences, build strong relationships with a diverse range of individuals internal and external to the organisation, and with good initiative and problem-solving skills. You will bring relevant work experience or volunteering experience, which may be from the Higher Education or Not for Profit sector, or from a communications or customer service role.
The role offers an attractive range of responsibilities and learning and career development opportunities for an individual who is looking to develop their career in a successful team.
We offer a space for self-discovery, delivering world-leading research and progressive teaching from our single-site campus in the heart of South East



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At Headway, our mission is simple: Improve life after brain injury.
Every 90 seconds, someone in the UK is admitted to hospital with a brain injury. Our job is to support survivors and their families from the moment brain injury strikes – and to do that, we need your help and expertise!
We’re seeking a determined, values-driven Director of Fundraising to drive income generation across several different disciplines, helping to ensure we can continue delivering vital support to people affected by brain injury.
This role isn’t just about setting strategy; it’s about being actively involved in in a hands-on capacity as you build relationships and lead fundraising efforts across community, individual giving, corporate partnerships, events, legacies and trusts fundraising.
You will also oversee and support the Head of Retail, ensuring that income from our charity shops contributes effectively to the organisation’s overall financial sustainability and growth.
As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will also have the opportunity to shape Headway’s future and contribute to key decisions across the charity, including working with trustees and contributing to board meetings.
Key areas of accountability
- Develop, maintain, and evolve a multi‑year fundraising strategy (3‑5 years) aligned with Headway’s strategy, priorities, and risk appetite.
- Lead the development and delivery of income generation plans across all fundraising channels (retail, individual giving, corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations, events, legacies, and community fundraising), translating organisational objectives into clear annual targets, growth strategies, and actionable fundraising plans.
- Personally lead on key fundraising initiatives, cultivating and stewarding donor relationships while overseeing a diverse portfolio of fundraising activities.
- Use data-driven insights to evaluate performance, inform strategy, and identify opportunities for growth.
- Manage and inspire a fundraising team, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and professional development.
- Oversee the Head of Retail and ensure the effective operation and strategic development of Headway’s charity shops.
- Monitor fundraising performance and report on progress to the Chief Executive and Board of Trustees.
- Play an active role within the Senior Leadership Team, contributing insight and expertise on income generation, fundraising performance, risk, scenario planning, and resource allocation, while working closely with colleagues to support decision-making and drive organisational priorities.
- Act as a key ambassador for the organisation, representing its mission and values to external stakeholders, partners, and donors.
About you
We’re looking for an experienced fundraiser who has performed at a director level or equivalent, ideally at a charity with a UK-wide reach.
You will be able to nurture and develop the fundraising team, building a strong culture in line with the organisation’s values, and motivating others to achieve shared goals by using your working knowledge of various fundraising disciplines.
You will be a skilled communicator, able to build relationships with and instil confidence in internal and external stakeholders including donors, supporters, and colleagues.
You will be confident and proficient in using CRM systems and fundraising platforms to manage supporter data, analyse performance and support donor engagement with data-informed decision making.
And you will be able to combine a strategic and analytic mindset with proactive, hands-on fundraising.
Benefits
- You will be automatically enrolled into the People’s Pension. This is based on your contribution of 5% and with Headway UK contributing 3%. For every 1% you increase above this, Headway UK will increase its contributions by 1% up to a total maximum of 6%.
- We offer 25 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising incrementally after two years to a maximum of 30 days. We also offer a range of special leave entitlements.
- Access for you and your immediate family members to an employment assistance programme offering life support, legal and medical information, and counselling services.
- Death in service benefit of two times your salary.
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 5 November 2025
First interview: Wednesday 12 November via Teams/Zoom
Second interview: Monday 17 November in Nottingham (NG6 8SF)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £45,981
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Location: Turn2us London Hub (Farringdon) & homeworking
As the Supporter Engagement & Legacy Manager you will play a key role as we seek to reignite our legacy marketing programme and grow overall individual giving income to help ensure long-term support for those facing financial difficulty. You will be responsible for the project management and implementation of all supporter engagement activity, acquisition, and legacy marketing activities, ensuring all activity is optimised and campaigns include enhanced digital and social media content.
Reporting to the Co-Heads of Supporter Engagement and managing the Supporter Engagement Officer, you will develop a multi-year plan to rebuild legacy income and a pipeline of legacy supporters, including re-engaging the EFH care home staff and major donors.
You will be responsible for supporting the strategic direction, operational plans and effective management of Turn2us’s giving programmes from individuals including appeals, regular giving and legacies, maximising net income from new and existing income streams.
The successful candidate will have experience of managing direct marketing campaigns in a charity environment as well as proven ability to manage successful legacy marketing campaigns. They will have significant experience stewarding individuals and legacy supporters and be adept at communicating the impact of donations, as well as having line management experience. The ability to make a strong case for supporting Turn2us’ key areas of work is crucial, as is an aptitude for proactively increasing acquisition and retention rates.
The post holder will also be a self-starter who is comfortable building new strategies from a relatively small pool of supporters and is experienced testing different tactics to establish the best practice for Turn2us.
If, like us, you believe everyone has the right to have enough to live on, and you are ambitious about eradicating financial insecurity, join us and build your career with a charity dedicated to ensuring dignity and equity for all.
We offer flexible working patterns, both in terms of hours and remote working. Please note that all employees are required to work from the office a minimum of 1 day a week.
Some roles may be required to be in the office more often than others and this will be agreed with the hiring manager upon starting at Turn2us.
Please note that all job offers are subject to 2 – 3 satisfactory references and a disclosure satisfactory to Turn2us from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).
Closing date: 29th October 2025 at 23:59pm.
Interview date: 11th November 2025
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The Stoll Foundation is a leading provider of supported housing for vulnerable and disabled veterans in the UK. With a proud legacy of service, we are committed to delivering safe, high-quality homes and support that enables independence, dignity, and well-being for those who have served their country.
Role purpose:
A member of the Senior Management Team providing management and direction to the Support Services to deliver The Stoll Foundation’s strategic objectives. This role is to provide operational oversight of tenant support and engagement services, ensuring vulnerable veterans are empowered, well-supported, and actively involved in shaping the services they receive. The role is central to fostering inclusive communities, improving tenancy sustainment, and enhancing resident wellbeing through collaborative, person-centred approaches.
To manage all Support Services across Soll, plus outreach services with partners.
Key responsibilities:
· Responsible to the Director of Support and Tenant Engagement for providing leadership and management of the Support Team in the provision of person-centred services, plus ensuring tenants are actively engaged in line with our Beneficiary Involvement policy.
· Implemented strategic objectives that align with our organisational goals. Ensuring that agreed outcomes are met, while actively monitoring progress.
· Present regular management information and detailed reports on key performance indicators, providing insights to guide decision-making and enhance service delivery. Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, driving our mission to provide quality supported housing solutions for the community.
· Act as Safeguarding Lead.
· Deputise for the Director as required.
Management of Support Services
· Take on a strategic lead with other agencies including housing, health and social care professionals as required.
· Manage and maintain services in accordance with the principles and practice of equality and diversity.
· Ensure Support Plans and Risk Assessments are undertaken in line with Stoll’s policies and procedures.
· Ensure that there is a menu of health and wellbeing services provided, in consultation with beneficiaries.
· Ensure beneficiaries are involved in the design, delivery, and monitoring of services.
· Support the Director in undertaking a review of Support Services.
· Oversee the assessment of applicants on the waiting list for housing and support at Stoll. This includes monitoring progress.
· Ensure that each scheme is well managed, and staff cover is provided when necessary.
· Ensure any risks or significant concerns are escalated as required.
· As a member of the Senior Management Team contribute to the strategic vision and direction of Stoll, working proactively to ensure that services meet the changing needs and demands of the ex-Service community.
Person Specification
Head of Support and Tenant Engagement
- Significant experience of managing and leading Support Services at a senior level, working with adults.
- Significant experience in the involvement of beneficiaries.
- Experience of managing staff, including dispersed staff teams.
- Track record of developing teams and services.
- Experience of performance monitoring of the key performance indicators related to Support.
- Proven experience in Budget management and financial oversight.
- Experience with safeguarding responsibilities and the ability to act as the Safeguarding Lead.
- Experience/knowledge of the issues facing the ex-Service community.
- Excellent communicator.
- Aptitude and ability to work under pressure.
Closing date for applications: Friday, 24th October 2025 , 5pm
Stoll strives to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from ex-Service personnel.
Stoll appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you passionate about making a tangible impact in the charity sector? This is an exciting opportunity to join The Mulberry Centre at a pivotal time. As we celebrate our 25th anniversary in 2026 and prepare for a series of high-profile fundraising initiatives, this is your chance to be part of something truly special. With the launch of the new Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex University Hospital, we’re ready to enhance our collaboration with local NHS services and broaden our impact within the community.
Since 2001, The Mulberry Centre has been providing essential cancer information and support services to over 18,000 people. With our income now exceeding £750,000 and growing fast, we’re set to expand even further and we need someone like you to help secure the vital funding that will enable this growth.
Working closely with the Head of Fundraising and Engagement, you will play a key role in implementing fundraising plans that focus on researching, building relationships, and providing exceptional stewardship to corporate partners and major donors. This position will actively contribute to the development of broader fundraising strategies to support the organisation's growth. In addition, the role is responsible for the creation and growth of a legacy giving programme. This will involve working with solicitors, accountants, financial advisors, and other professionals to identify potential legators. You will engage in research, build relationships, and host targeted events to cultivate support for legacy giving. Furthermore, you will collaborate with the Head of Fundraising and Engagement and the Marketing and Communications Lead to develop strategies for marketing legacies and expanding this critical area of support.
The ideal candidate will be a skilled multi-tasker with strong project management and interpersonal abilities, capable of meeting tight deadlines and managing important partnerships effectively.
To apply, candidates must submit a comprehensive CV along with a covering letter. The covering letter should include a supporting statement that demonstrates how you meet the personal specification for the role. Please note that applications will only be considered if both documents are provided.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Head of Fundraising & Partnerships
Salary: £51,780 per annum
Location: SIA House, Oldbrook, Milton Keynes MK6 (Some hybrid working possible)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
About Us
The Spinal Injuries Association is committed to a singular vision: a fulfilled life for everyone affected by spinal cord injury.
Everyone has a right to live a fulfilled life and that means the life they choose, a life that has the same opportunities as everyone else. We are the expert guiding voice for life after spinal cord injury.
About the Role
We’re seeking a dynamic leader to drive the financial growth of the organisation by expanding, diversifying and strengthening the sustainability of our voluntary income, in line with our Strategy 2030 and beyond.
You will lead and inspire a high-performing team of fundraising experts covering all disciplines including individual giving, major donors, legacies, challenge events, community fundraising, special events, trusts and corporate relationships.
The role combines strategic oversight with operational involvement, including direct management of key supporter relationships as well as representing the charity at high-level meetings and external events. SIA has doubled its income over the past six years and we have ambitious plans to build on successful fundraising initiatives, as well as develop new ones.
Role responsibilities:
- Raising Funds.
- Strategic Planning and Design.
- Capacity Building.
- Innovating.
- Leading.
- Collaborating.
- Managing Risk.
- Relationship Building and Networking.
This is a pivotal role within SIA’s senior leadership team, driving the next big step change in our voluntary income, whilst also contributing to planning, budgeting, risk management and strategic decision making on charity-wide priorities.
Benefits
- Annual leave: 28 days per holiday year plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after two years of service
- Access to Group pension scheme (6% employer contribution)
- Access to Group life assurance scheme
- Access to Healthcare cash plan
- Access to Employee assistance programme (EAP)
- Employee volunteer days
- Access to discounted gym membership
- Free car parking at Milton Keynes, Head Office
- Investing in Our People - all members of staff are encouraged to discuss their development plans and aspirations with their line manager. A budget is available for talent development.
Thank you for your interest in joining our special charity!
This post will play a critical role in achieving our ambitions. We hope that the role inspires you and we look forward to receiving your application.
Closing date: 9am, Wednesday 22 October 2025
Interview dates: Thursday 13 November 2025 at SIA House, Milton Keynes (preferred) or online/Teams OR Friday 14 November 2025 online/Teams
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
At SIA, we value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment as we believe diversity fosters a more innovative, creative, and caring culture.
We are striving to create a culture that fully represents all the communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, family or parental status, or disability status.
Disabled candidates who meet the standard job criteria will be offered a guaranteed interview.
No agencies please.
Head of Income Generation and Marketing
- FTE £37- £42k dependant on experience.
- 35 hours a week (flexible for right candidate).
- Home based with travel for events and meetings.
The PDA Society is looking to recruit its first ever Head of role and we believe the right person could be transformative for our organisation. We are a small charity that makes a big impact – and we are excited to recruit someone who is hands on, pragmatic and experienced in raising income onto our team.
We are looking for a goal oriented, entrepreneurial individual who can help us maximise our fundraised and earned income through effective relationships and online communications. Over the next three years, we must significantly expand our free services and support offers for the people who most need them – and this role will be entrusted with ensuring we can afford to do that.
You will be part of a fast moving, high performing team who are determined to make a difference. This is a small organisation where senior team members do as well as plan. So while you’ll be setting direction and leading strategy, you’ll also be rolling your sleeves up and delivering directly alongside colleagues. You’ll be supported by a small communications team and a small budget to commission trust applications, and you’ll hold responsibility for maintaining trust funder relationships and ensuring reporting is timely and accurate.
If you have provable experience in growing income in a small charity or training organisation, are excited by growth, and want to make a difference to some of the most underserved disabled people in the UK this could be the job for you.
Our mission is to improve the lives of PDA children, PDA adults and their families. We are working hard to build awareness and understanding.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Calibre Audio is a national charity providing free, unlimited access to audiobooks for people who cannot read print due to sight loss, disability, or health conditions. Every day, around 1,500 books are distributed to children and adults whose lives are transformed by access to literature.
Long established as a trusted service with a respected legacy programme and consistent success with trusts and foundations, Calibre is now entering a new chapter. With a bold strategy, national debates on literacy and inclusion gaining momentum, and the 2026 Year of Reading ahead, this is a pivotal moment to grow income, raise their profile and increase impact.
This new role brings fundraising and communications together for the first time. By unifying storytelling, campaigns, and fundraising propositions, the Director will amplify Calibre’s voice, grow income, and ensure that profile-building and fundraising reinforce one another.
This is a strategic and hands-on role, setting direction, managing key relationships and leading change, while securing income and providing clarity and structure for the teams. You will benefit from strong CEO commitment, external consultancy support with bid writing, and the freedom to shape team structure and invest in growth.
As Director of Fundraising and Communications, you will:
- Sit on the Executive Management Team alongside the CEO, COO, and Head of Communities & Learning, driving strategy and cultural change
- Develop and deliver an ambitious strategy across both functions, aligning activity to drive income, membership growth, and visibility
- Build on Calibre Audio’s respected legacy programme, deepen trust and foundation partnerships, and explore untapped opportunities with major donors and individual supporters
- Personally manage and cultivate high-value relationships with trusts, foundations, and major donors, while shaping new opportunities in corporate and individual giving
- Strengthen legacy and in-memory giving, and oversee compelling member appeals
- Lead the development of a powerful case for support, positioning Calibre as a force for change in literacy, disability inclusion, and mental health
- Partner with the Head of Marketing to deliver bold, creative campaigns that amplify Calibre’s national voice and directly support fundraising
About you
This role will suit a senior fundraising leader who combines strategic vision with hands-on delivery.
You will bring:
- A strong track record of securing significant income from high-value donors and funders
- Expertise in developing fundraising strategies and compelling cases for support
- Experience of leading, or working closely with, communications and marketing teams
- The credibility and emotional intelligence to influence at senior leadership level
- Strong staff management skills, with the ability to build and lead a high-performing team
- The ability to unify and bring clarity to fundraising and communications
- This role offers the chance to seize momentum, tell Calibre’s story in new ways, and harness national conversations about literacy and inclusion
Employee benefits include:
- 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with an additional day at Christmas
- 7.5% employer pension contribution
At Calibre Audio, our mission is to ensure that everyone can enjoy the pleasure of reading, regardless of a print disability or health condition.
About the role
Reporting to the Director of Fundraising and Campaigns, the Head of Philanthropy and Capital Campaign will lead a high-performing team to deliver significant philanthropic income, with a particular focus on our landmark £50 million ‘Join the Future’ capital campaign to build the Royal Free London Cancer Centre. This is a unique opportunity to shape and deliver one of the most ambitious fundraising initiatives in the charity’s history.
You will oversee a talented team working across major donors, trusts and foundations, and corporate fundraising, providing strategic direction and hands-on support to secure transformational gifts. A key aspect of the role involves managing the Campaign Development Board and working closely with senior stakeholders, clinicians, trustees and volunteers to cultivate long-term relationships and unlock new income opportunities, driving income growth and helping to deliver a project that will transform cancer care for generations to come.
Collaboration will be central to your success, working cross-functionally with colleagues from both the NHS and the charity to align fundraising activity and ensure a seamless, high-impact donor experience.
Who we are looking for
We’re looking for a senior fundraising professional with a strong track record in high-value fundraising and capital campaigns.
You’ll be an empowering leader and expert relationship-builder, confident in working with high-net-worth individuals, senior volunteers, trustees, and clinicians.
With a deep understanding of major donor fundraising, you’ll thrive on the opportunity to lead a campaign of real ambition and scale.
Our fundraising department
Our dynamic fundraising department generated £4.5m through donations in 2023/24, and we are now preparing for an ambitious £50 million campaign to fund the construction of a ground-breaking cancer centre on the site of the Royal Free Hospital.
We pride ourselves on being a supporter-focused and agile function, working at the heart of the charity to deliver impact for patients and staff across our hospitals. Responsible for attracting and retaining donors, and delivering an outstanding supporter experience, the fundraising department comprises of two teams which work closely together to achieve our shared objectives:
- Our Philanthropy & Capital Campaign team builds relationships with individual philanthropists, trusts, foundations, corporate organisations and intermediaries, giving or facilitating donations of £10,000 or more to the charity each year. They lead major appeal activity for the charity, currently focused on our forthcoming cancer campaign, the charity’s first patron programme, and special events to support these activities.
- Our Public Fundraising team harnesses the support and energy of individuals and groups, helping them to give back in the way that works for them. This includes committed giving, in memory support, gifts in wills, and fundraising events and challenges.
- Our Fundraising Operations team underpins and supports the entire department.
Person Specification
Essential:
- Significant experience in major donor and capital campaign fundraising
- Proven ability to secure five-, six-, and seven-figure gifts
- Leadership experience, including line management of a high-performing team
- Experience working with senior volunteers, trustees, and high-net-worth individuals
- Strong skills in setting and managing income targets and budgets
- Excellent communication, influencing, and organisational skills
- Ability to analyse fundraising data and develop compelling donor materials
Desirable:
- Experience in corporate, trust, or legacy fundraising
- Fundraising experience in healthcare, the NHS, or higher education
- Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge and PowerPoint
- Understanding of the North London philanthropic landscape
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Job title: Head of Development, Faculty of Medicine
Salary: £69,365 to £79,257
Location: White City (Hybrid)
Are you passionate about advancing world-changing medical research? Do you thrive on building relationships that inspire transformational philanthropy?
Here at Imperial, we are looking for our new Head of Development for the Faculty of Medicine. This is a rare opportunity to connect visionary donors, grateful patients, and world-leading academics to make a tangible difference in healthcare and patient outcomes.
At Imperial, innovation is part of who we are. Our scientists and clinicians are turning breakthroughs into real-world impact — improving lives across the globe. As we prepare to launch the university’s most ambitious fundraising and alumni engagement campaign, you will play a central role in shaping and driving its success.
As Head of Development, Faculty of Medicine, you will have the opportunity to work at the most senior levels, securing gifts at the high six-figure level and above for multi-disciplinary research such as public health, cancer and surgery, neurology, paediatrics, immunology, and infectious disease.
You might have worked with senior volunteers before, opening their networks to guide successful relationship building, or have a track record of successful medical fundraising and/or work with grateful patients.
If you’re ready to play a defining role in medical advancement at one of the world’s most influential universities, we’d love to hear from you.
About Imperial
Welcome to Imperial, a global top ten university where scientific imagination leads to world-changing impact.
Join us and be part of something bigger. From global health to climate change, AI to business leadership, we navigate some of the world’s toughest challenges. Whatever your role, your contribution will have a lasting impact.
As a member of our vibrant community of 22,000 students and 8,000 staff, you’ll collaborate with passionate minds across nine London campuses and a global network.
This is your chance to help shape the future. We hope you’ll join us at Imperial.
Our culture
We work towards equality of opportunity, eliminating discrimination and creating an inclusive working environment. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities
Our values are at the heart of everything we do and everyone in our community is expected to demonstrate respect, collaboration, excellence, integrity and innovation.
Closing date: Midnight on Wednesday 12 November 2025.
Interested?
Please familiarise yourself with the attached Candidate Pack.
To apply, please submit a CV and covering letter.
Imperial is partnering with Constellate Global Talent on this search. No agencies please.
Please familiarise yourself with the attached Candidate Pack. To apply, please submit a CV and covering letter by Midnight on Wednesday 12 November 2025.
QuarterFive are delighted to partner with The Outward Bound Trust to find an experienced and strategic Director of Fundraising to lead a capable, established team and play a key role in driving the next phase of growth and impact.
The Outward Bound Trust's mission is to inspire young people to believe in themselves and achieve more than they ever thought possible. For over 80 years, its outdoor learning and adventure programmes have helped hundreds of thousands of young people develop confidence, resilience, and the skills they need to thrive in life and work.
Each year, around 25,000 young people take part in Outward Bound programmes across the UK, delivered through partnerships with schools, youth groups, and employers. Around 80% of school participants receive charitable bursary funding, ensuring that financial barriers never prevent young people from accessing these life-changing experiences. Bursaries are central to OBT’s purpose, underpinning its commitment to equity of access, diversity, and the belief that every young person, regardless of background, should have the chance to experience adventure, challenge, and growth.
The Outward Bound Trust is now delivering its 2030 Strategy, which sets out an ambitious plan to grow reach, strengthen partnerships, and invest in its six heritage outdoor centres.
Reporting to the CEO, you’ll directly manage four experienced team heads and oversee a high-performing team of 18 who generate bursary, unrestricted, and capital income. The role sits on the Senior Management Team, working closely with colleagues across the charity to connect fundraising with programme delivery, marketing, and business development, ensuring shared priorities and greater collective impact. You’ll also play a key role in the Fundraising and Marcomms Steering Group, ensuring effective working between fundraising and external engagement.
This is a broad, strategic role combining leadership, direction, and hands-on relationship management at one of the UK’s most respected youth charities. You’ll work alongside a supportive CEO and senior leadership team, lead an experienced and capable department, and shape a fundraising strategy that will help thousands of young people access the power of outdoor learning and adventure.
As Director of Fundraising, you will:
- Lead and support a multi-disciplinary fundraising function spanning major donors, corporate partnerships, legacies, trusts and foundations, and events
- Deliver growth across bursary, unrestricted, and capital income, ensuring fundraising priorities align with organisational strategy and long-term sustainability
- Develop and implement capital fundraising plans, supporting the upgrade of existing outdoor centres and laying the groundwork for a potential new site acquisition
- Review and refine OBT’s approach to new business and innovation, identifying where to invest, consolidate, or reshape activity to maximise return
- Build and steward high-value relationships, personally managing key donors, corporate partners, and foundations capable of transformational giving
- Ensure fundraising, business development, and marketing operate in partnership to maximise opportunities for income growth and profile building
- Contribute to organisational leadership as a member of the Senior Management Team, supporting financial planning, strategic decision-making, and cross-directorate collaboration
- Represent OBT externally with senior supporters, funders, and government stakeholders, acting as a visible ambassador for outdoor learning and youth development
Ideal skills and experience:
- Substantial senior-level fundraising experience with demonstrable success in leading multistream teams
- Proven ability to secure and steward six- and seven-figure partnerships and relationships with high-net-worth individuals, corporates, and foundations
- Strategic and analytical mindset, confident in planning, budgeting, forecasting, and evaluating performance
- Experience of capital fundraising or large-scale campaigns advantageous
- Credible, empowering leadership style – able to guide senior managers, foster collaboration, and provide clarity of direction
- Strong influencing and relationship-building skills, able to engage confidently with trustees, senior stakeholders, and external partners
- Motivated by The Outward Bound Trust’s mission to break down barriers to opportunity and enable all young people to thrive through outdoor learning
Employee benefits include:
- 10% employer pension contribution
- 24 days plus bank holidays (increasing by one day per year to 30 days).
- Life Assurance (3 x salary)
- Long-term Disability Insurance (2/3 salary less state incapacity benefit after 6 months’), absence for up to 5 years, covered from start date
- Employee Assistance Programme: with easy access to medical and mental health support, including instant GP appointments, physio and counselling services
- Personal Accident Insurance while at work or commuting
- Health Cash Plan with Medicash (after completion of probation; taxable benefit)
- 8 weeks’ sick pay at full salary in any 12 months
- Personal Adventures! Outward Bound has a positive attitude to extended/unpaid leave (forward planning is required)
Application deadline: Tuesday 28th October
First round interviews: Wednesday 12th and Thursday 13th November, at OBT's Ullswater Centre in the Lake District
Second round interviews: Thursday 20th and Friday 21st November in London
QuarterFive and our clients know fundraising could better reflect the diverse backgrounds and experiences of the people the charity sector supports. We encourage individuals with relevant skills and experience to apply for roles regardless of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief.
To inspire young people to realise their potential through learning and adventure in the outdoors.
Are you an imaginative and inspirational team player with a passion for engaging and effective fundraising and an interest in the arts? As Development Manager for Perth Theatre and Concert Hall you will take the lead role in developing and implementing our fundraising strategy and growing our charitable income across Trusts & Foundations, Individual Giving and Corporate Sponsorship.
A natural people person and confident communicator you will build relationships with key funding partners and donors to identify the most impactful fundraising opportunities and maximise returns.
You will collaborate with departments across the organisation to understand their fundraising needs crafting creative and compelling propositions that support our vision: ensuring everyone in our communities experiences the transformational power of the performing arts.
Working closely with the Leadership Team, with responsibility for two Development Officers, you will:
Fundraising Management and Development
- Review the fundraising strategy to achieve the agreed annual fundraising targets;
- Act as a lead ambassador for fundraising across the organisation;
- Engage key funding partners and donors to build long-term relationships;
- Identify/manage fundraising campaigns, creating impactful storytelling for supporter engagement;
- Lead high-value fundraising bids nurturing relationships to ensure the best outcomes.
Individual Giving
- Develop and manage the individual giving schemes and major donor fundraising in support of cultural programmes;
- Implement a legacy giving scheme, working across departments to create support material and identify communication channels;
- Collaborate with the Director and Board to build a major donor pipeline;
- Grow the donor base and average gift size through communications, events, and stewardship;
- Liaise with the Development Officer, Marketing and Box Office, Director and Programming team, and Learning & Engagement to effectively promote and manage individual giving and supporters;
- Maximise Gift Aid income and promote tax-effective giving.
Trusts & Foundations
- Develop and manage PTCH’s Trusts & Foundations pipeline for cultural programming and Learning & Engagement projects;
- Research/identify a wide range of income sources to increase the number of funders and grant size;
- Oversee the database, maintaining accurate records to plan and prioritise funding applications;
- Work with the Director, Programming,Head of Learning & Engagement and others to devise high-quality applications and cases for support;
- Oversee the preparation of timely, accurate funder reports in collaboration with relevant teams;
- Nurture relationships with Trusts & Foundations contacts.
Corporate Sponsorship
- Review the sponsorship offering and create a pitch pack for prospective partners;
- Proactively seek company partnerships and increase sponsor numbers and fees;
- Collaborate across departments to identify projects with sponsorship potential.
Person Specification
- Experience in the charity sector, ideally in an arts or cultural environment;
- Team player;
- Outstanding communicator and persuasive storyteller;
- Enthousiastic about new fundraising opportunities and sector trends.
Essential:
- Experience in developing and delivering a fundraising strategy for a similar-sized organisation;
- Proven track record of raising at least £250,000 annually through Trusts & Foundations and individual giving;
- Thorough understanding of the arts fundraising landscape;
- Excellent interpersonal, organisational and budget management skills, with the ability to motivate others and deliver against deadlines/targets;
- Experience in developing relationships with partners, major donors and individual supporters;
- Proficiency in accurate fundraising income forecasting ROI assessment.
Please see the attached Recruitment Pack for further information.
The full recruitment pack is also available on our website in the Work With Us section.
Our mission is to use the performing arts to inspire, explore, connect, and educate, as sustainably as possible.




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Our Mission
Resurgo’s mission is to inspire and equip organisations to bring about ambitious and sustainable social change. We use our expertise in coaching and impact management to equip and empower businesses, churches, and individuals.
About the Team
The Philanthropy team is a close-knit team of seven who work with High Net-Worth individuals, Trusts and Foundations, and Individual donors, raising over 60% of Resurgo’s income (currently around £2.2million). They each play a key role in building and stewarding partnerships to secure income that will sustain the Spear Programme. They work individually as well as collaboratively, to ambitiously reach their target and have fun whilst doing it!
Who You Are
Do you have a flair for crafting compelling narratives that inspire action and unlock vital funding? Join our successful and vibrant Philanthropy team and play your part in enabling sustainable and ambitious growth.
This is an exciting opportunity to take our Trust programme to the next level. You will lead on further developing this key income stream, building relationships with existing funders and identifying and pursuing new funding opportunities.
If you are a relational person with excellent communication skills, are driven and looking for a role where you can really make a difference in the lives of young people, you could be the right person for this role.
The important stuff
Salary: from £40,000
Contract: Full-Time or Part-Time considered, Permanent
Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm with occasional evening work for events such as our Spear Celebrations
Location: Hammersmith, London
Closing date: Tuesday 28th October (We interview on a rolling basis and might close the application early if we find the right candidate)
Interviews: First interviews will be held online on Wednesday 5th November. Final in-person interviews will be held on Wednesday 12th November
Application pack: Have a look at our application pack for more information about the role and Resurgo
Benefits
- 28 days annual leave (including Christmas Gift Days) plus bank holidays
- Excellent benefits including Health Insurance, access to Cycle to Work scheme, and enhanced parental leave, dependants leave, and sick leave policies with income protection
- Excellent personal development and training opportunities, including our iLM-accredited 5-day Coaching for Leadership programme (worth £3,000)
- Regular staff prayer meetings, conferences and retreats (one residential)
Person Specification
- A practising Christian who is passionate about personally representing the Christian values of Resurgo and committed to Resurgo’s mission to inspire and equip organisations to bring about ambitious and sustainable social change.
- Excellent relationship building and proposal writing skills. Experience in Trust fundraising or an equivalent field is desirable but not essential.
- Excellent people skills, able to relate well to colleagues of all seniority levels as well as external stakeholders.
- Well organised and efficient; calm under pressure; able to juggle competing deadlines and priorities, splitting time across multiple projects.
- Confident with numbers and interpreting project budgets. Some knowledge of Trust fundraising is desirable.
- A desire to grow and develop, able to receive and give feedback confidently as well as share their ideas with the team.
Key Responsibilities
Relationship Management
- Provide tailored, high-quality stewardship to a range of large and medium-sized Trusts & Foundations.
- Identify and pursue new funding opportunities and build relationships with new Trusts and Foundations to further grow this income stream.
- Prioritise research to constantly develop future pipeline.
- Work with Head of Philanthropy and other senior stakeholders in engaging potential funders and managing strategic Trusts partners.
Write applications and reports
- Develop compelling funding applications for Trusts and occasionally statutory funders, articulating Resurgo's vision and strategy to persuasively engage new donors with a focus on raising five and six-figure grants.
- Stay ahead of sector trends, media, and political context to market Resurgo's interventions in a compelling way.
- Develop general communications on the work of Resurgo to inspire and update our Trust audience.
- Produce reports and updates on the impact of our work for funders in a timely manner.
Data Management and Monitoring
- Update our internal database (Salesforce) with all donor interactions, donations and other details in a timely and efficient manner and with strong attention to detail, and analyse data to give insights' and drive future activity.
- Manage the Trusts & Foundations pipeline and report on income and other KPIs, and ensure Trusts & Foundations team meets monthly targets and deadlines.
Line Management
- Actively manage and develop the Trusts & Foundations Executive to help them grow personally and in their role.
Please feel free to let us know if you may require any reasonable adjustments to participate fully in our recruitment process.
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Urban Saints (formally known as Crusaders) equips youth leaders to disciple young people in today's changing world. Our vision is to see every young person given the opportunity to explore faith, wherever they are.
About the role
As our Support Care Coordinator, you will be the friendly and professional first point of contact for our valued Crusaders Associates, those who have been on the journey with Urban Saints since we were known as Crusaders. You’ll play a key role in delivering exceptional supporter experiences. Your work will help continue and build lasting relationships that inspire ongoing support for our mission from those who have journeyed with us over many years.
You'll be responsible for:
- Responding to associate enquiries via phone, email, and post in a timely, warm, and professional manner, with empathy and attention to detail throughout.
- Listening and responding to the needs of each supporter, understanding their motivations and experiences to foster long-term relationships.
- Developing a programme to regularly thank donors for their support.
- Ensuring supporters feel valued and appreciated.
- Maintaining accurate supporter records on our CRM system, ensuring compliance with GDPR.
- Working closely with the Head of Development to ensure consistent messaging and supporter journeys.
Location
The role is home-based with regular travel required to visit supporters and to supporter events across the UK.
Please note, it's a requirement of the role that you have a UK driving licence and access to a car.
Working Hours
We're happy to receive applications for those looking for part-time and full time hours. We'd want a minimum of 22.5 hours and up to a maximum of 37.5 hours a week. Candidates invited to interview will be asked about the specifics of what they would want their working pattern to be.
About You
We’re looking for a compassionate and highly organised individual who excels in building meaningful relationships and delivering exceptional supporter care. You will have experience of working with supporters, or in a donor relations role, and be an excellent communicator.
This post is subject to an Occupational Requirement that the post holder is a committed Christian under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010.
How to Apply
Please fill out our application form which you can find on our website. The closing date for applications is Friday the 24th of October at Midday.
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At Imago Community, we believe in creating change together and we’re looking for a creative, confident, and people-focused Fundraising Manager to help us grow our income and inspire more people to support our work. You’ll be joining a friendly, supportive team who share ideas and work closely with colleagues across the organisation to make a positive impact.
In this varied and exciting role, you’ll take the lead on developing and delivering imaginative fundraising initiatives, events, and campaigns, both in-person and online. You’ll connect with new supporters and nurture existing relationships, building a community of people who are passionate about making a difference.
From planning engaging events and writing compelling funding applications, to exploring new digital opportunities and telling stories that inspire, you’ll play a key part in ensuring Imago can continue to deliver vital services.
We’re looking for someone who is:
- a natural relationship-builder – confident, engaging, and comfortable making the ask for support
- experienced in fundraising or a related field like charity communications, marketing or event and project management
- creative, organised, and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- skilled at telling stories that demonstrate impact and turning great ideas into successful fundraising initiatives
- motivated to achieve results while working collaboratively as part of a supportive team.
You’ll also need excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong IT abilities, and a commitment to compliance with fundraising regulations and GDPR. The role is based at our head office in Tunbridge Wells (moving to Lamberhurst in 2026). A Full UK Driver’s Licence and access to a car are essential as you will visit our other offices, activities and events.
If you’re excited by the idea of inspiring generosity, building lasting connections, and helping us grow our impact, we’d love to hear from you.
We offer our employees:
· Inclusive values-based environment
· Competitive remuneration package
· Workplace pension scheme
· Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
· Opportunities for hybrid working
· Benenden Health Care
· Death in Service Benefit
· Cycle to Work Scheme
· Employee Supported Volunteering scheme
· Development opportunities
· and more
Imago is committed to Safer Recruitment practices, and the post is subject to references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Please either submit your CV with a short covering note or visit our website for full details.
Imago recognises that many people in our society experience discrimination or lack of opportunity for reasons that are not fair. We aim to create a culture that respects and values each other’s differences, and see these differences as an asset, as they improve our ability to meet the needs of the organisations and people we work with. We proactively seek to increase opportunities for inclusion, and celebrate diversity across our organisation and within communities.
Imago recognises its duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of the children, young people and adults at risk who access its services or with whom it comes into contact.
Imago provides support and opportunities to people, families, and communities across Kent, East Sussex, Medway and South London



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