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**Part-time fixed term contract until December 2027 with possible extension. This is a new role that could be carried out 3 or 4 days a week **
Job purpose
We are seeking a strategic, collaborative and experienced Head of income and partnerships to drive forward and deliver our plans for income growth and diversification in line with our 5-year organisational strategy.
This is a new, pivotal role at a defining moment for the organisation. As we evolve our operating model and ambitions, you will lead the development of a more diverse, sustainable and innovative income portfolio, ensuring we can continue to grow our impact in advancing the quality of veterinary care for the benefit of animals, the public and society.
Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with your senior team colleagues, you will develop and implement our income generation strategy, unlocking opportunities across industry partnerships, trust and foundations and individual giving.
We’re looking for someone who is both strategically minded and comfortable with hands-on delivery, and who will take a proactive approach to building our income-generating capacity from the ground up.
Key responsibilities
Strategy and leadership
- Play a key role in developing and refining our income strategy to meet our organisational strategy and priorities
- Take a leadership role in income generation, collaborating with colleagues to identify and take forward opportunities for income generation and partnerships
- Advise the CEO and senior team on growth opportunities and strategic partnerships while providing coaching, guidance and support to the team on best practice in developing successful partnerships to generate income
- Encourage cross-team collaboration on income opportunities
- Work with the CEO and the rest of the senior team to set the annual business plan and budget, and monitor delivery and performance
Delivery
- Build, manage and deliver a pipeline of opportunities across multiple income streams, with a primary focus on industry partnerships, trusts and foundations, and the development of individual giving.
- Develop and secure high-value partnerships with carefully selected industry partners in line with our partnerships policy. Oversee stewardship of partners to develop successful strategic relationships in both the short and long term
- Work with senior team colleagues, clinical leads and other team members to develop compelling, outcome-driven cases for support
- Explore and support potential opportunities for income generation in other areas such as public sector and earned income.
Performance and compliance
- Monitor and report on progress towards KPIs and income targets
- Create and enhance systems, processes and tools to develop the charity’s income-generation capability
- Ensure compliance with fundraising regulation and best practice
- Work with finance colleagues on forecasting, reporting and income tracking.
Person specification
Essential
- Substantial experience leading income‑generation activity, including developing strategies, building pipelines and securing income across multiple streams
- Strong track record of developing and stewarding high‑value partnerships that deliver income and impact
- Experience personally leading successful bids, proposals and pitches
- Confidence operating both strategically and hands‑on within a small or medium-sized organisation
- Strong senior‑level stakeholder‑management skills and the ability to translate organisational strengths into compelling cases for support
- Solid financial literacy, including budgeting, forecasting and income tracking
- Clear understanding of best practice, governance and ethical considerations in income generation
Desirable
- Experience working within the veterinary or animal‑health sector, or in a similarly technical or evidence‑based environment
- Familiarity with developing income opportunities in collaboration with technical or clinical experts.
Closing date 21st June 2026
1st interviews (Online) 29th June or 2nd July 2026
2nd Interviews (In person) 7th July 2026
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About the role
Reporting to the Director of Fundraising, you will take ownership of RBVE’s corporate fundraising portfolio, strengthening supporter engagement and building long‑term value. You will champion corporate fundraising as a key driver of the charity’s income growth, ensuring the team delivers exceptional performance and meets stretching income goals.
You will work collaboratively across the wider fundraising function — including Community & Events, Individual Giving, and Digital Events — to maximise opportunities and maintain the charity’s impressive year‑on‑year income growth. You will also play a key role in supporting the delivery of the Great Tommy Sleep Out, our flagship seven‑figure digital campaign.
This role is critical to sustaining our momentum and unlocking the next phase of growth.
This role will be office based in Aylesford, Kent with expected travel for events in the UK and occasionally beyond.
About you
You will be a strategic, organised and confident leader with significant line‑management experience and a track record of delivering income growth in a corporate fundraising environment. Calm, methodical and hands‑on, you thrive under pressure and bring clarity and focus to a busy portfolio.
You will also be a collaborative team player, able to build strong internal relationships and work seamlessly across departments to drive shared success.
What you’ll bring
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Corporate fundraising leadership — experience overseeing a portfolio and driving income growth
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Team management — proven ability to lead, motivate and develop high‑performing fundraisers
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Strategic planning — confidence setting direction and delivering against ambitious targets
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Relationship building — ability to cultivate long‑term, high‑value partnerships
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Cross‑functional collaboration — experience working with multiple teams to maximise opportunities
Why join us?
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A mission‑driven organisation with a clear purpose
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A supportive, ambitious fundraising team with a strong track record
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The opportunity to shape a growing income stream and make a tangible impact
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A culture that values initiative, collaboration and continuous improvement
For full information on the role, please see below attached job description.
RBVE reserve the right to close any vacancy prior to the published closing date.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Titan Partnership is entering an exciting new chapter — and we’re looking for a motivated, strategic and relational Income and Partnerships professional to help shape it. As a respected place‑based education charity rooted in North and West Birmingham, Titan brings schools, employers, universities and civic partners together to improve outcomes for children and young people. Our new 2026–2029 Strategy sets a bold direction for growth, impact and organisational renewal.
This is a rare opportunity to build a new income and partnerships function from the ground up. Working closely with our CEO and Board, you will lead the development of a clear, ambitious and achievable income strategy that strengthens our sustainability and expands our reach. You’ll drive corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations, membership growth and wider stakeholder engagement — building on Titan’s deep community roots and strong reputation across the education ecosystem.
We are committed to finding the very best person for the role and recognise the importance of flexibility in attracting exceptional candidates. For this reason, we are open to appointing on the basis of between three and five days a week, depending on the successful candidate’s circumstances and availability. If you are energised by shaping something new, confident in building relationships, and motivated by improving life chances for young people, we would love to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join an ambitious charity working with some of the UK’s biggest brands to help create a future without food allergy.
This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious and commercially minded partnerships leader to join a fast-paced, high-profile team at a pivotal moment of growth — leading exciting national partnerships, developing a passionate team and helping shape the future of Natasha's Foundation.
Founded following the high-profile and tragic death of Natasha Ednan-Laperouse from a food allergic reaction at just 15 years old, our mission is deeply personal, urgent and driven by a determination to create lasting change.
Already partnering with leading retailers, food brands and major businesses across the UK, we are looking for an experienced, relationship-driven Head of Corporate Partnerships to help grow and strengthen our high-profile partnership portfolio.
This is far more than a traditional charity partnerships role. You will join a dynamic, ambitious and fast-paced team working closely with nationally recognised brands, senior stakeholders and influential partners to deliver meaningful collaborations that drive income, awareness, engagement and long-term impact.
At Natasha’s Foundation, we are passionate, forward-thinking and hugely ambitious about what we want to achieve. We are building a high-performing fundraising and partnerships team that combines purpose with pace, creativity and commercial thinking. We are looking for someone who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment, enjoys building genuine relationships and is excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of one of the UK’s most important and fast-growing health charities.
Reporting to the Director of Corporate Partnerships and Fundraising, the Head of Corporate Partnerships will lead and support the development of strategic partnerships, manage and inspire a growing team, and help unlock exciting new opportunities across corporate fundraising, brand partnerships, sponsorship, cause-related marketing and employee engagement.
You will be confident engaging with senior decision-makers, passionate about creating innovative partnerships and motivated by being part of a charity with a bold vision for a future without food allergy.
The role is primarily remote with regular travel to meetings, events and monthly team days in London. Our partnerships and stakeholder relationships span the UK, with many key corporate contacts based across London, the Midlands and the North, making this an excellent opportunity for candidates who enjoy building relationships nationally and working with leading brands across multiple sectors.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary £50,000 - £55,000 FTE depending on experience
Full time: 37.5 hours per week; (would consider part time minimum 30 hours)
Benefits: We want all our employees to feel valued and engaged and are committed to offering a positive working culture along with a good work-life balance. As well as ensuring we pay our employees fairly, we offer the following benefits: Flexible working, Generous annual leave, Private Medical Insurance, including dental and optical, Pension Scheme, Sick Pay, Death in Service, Employee Assistance Programme, Bike Loan Scheme, Cycle2Work Scheme, Eyecare, Discount Portal.
Closing date: Monday 15 June 2026. We may extend the closing date, however, please apply as soon as possible.
Preliminary telephone interviews will be held on Friday 19 June 2026
In-person interviews will be held in Peterborough on 24 and 25 June 2026
No agencies please
Be a part of an energetic and vibrant team who are driven by the desire to improve the lives of people living with kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease.
We are looking for a talented leader with a proven track record in building high-value corporate partnerships to lead our partnerships team, spanning corporate income, strategic collaborations and co-funding initiatives. You will bring a strong track record of securing significant income through corporate partners and innovative partnership models, alongside a deep understanding of the evolving corporate fundraising landscape. With proven experience in budget management, income forecasting and developing long-term partnership pipelines, you will play a key role in delivering our ambitious income and impact targets. You will have a passion for cultivating strategic relationships and going above and beyond to develop long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships that deliver shared value.
We operate a hybrid, flexible working style and fortnightly office attendance is required. The role is contracted to our Peterborough office and the team currently come together in person once a month. You will also be required to regularly attend external meetings and events.
If you are interested in the position, please complete the online application form and submit together with your CV.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all sections of the community.
About Kidney Research UK:
Kidney Research UK is the leading charity in the UK focused on funding research into the prevention, treatment and management of kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease and for more than 60 years the research, we fund has been making an impact. But kidney disease is increasing as are the factors contributing to it, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity, making our work more essential than ever.
At Kidney Research UK we work with clinicians and scientists across the UK, funding and facilitating research into all areas of kidney disease. We collaborate with partners across the public, private and third sectors to prevent kidney disease and drive innovation to transform treatments.
Over the last ten years we have invested more than £71 million into research. We lobby governments and decision makers to change policy and practice to ensure that the estimated 7.2 million people living with all stages of kidney disease in the UK have access to the most effective care and treatment, and to make kidney disease a priority.
Most importantly, we also work closely with patients, ensuring their voice is heard and is at the centre of everything we do, from deciding which research to invest in to how we plan our priorities and our work across the charity.
Those patient contributions are vital, always helping us and our partners to understand what life is like with kidney disease, always ensuring we see the patient behind the treatment and always reminding us that behind every statistic and every number is a person – the patients and the carers who inspire our mission and push us forward to make a difference and change the future of kidney disease.
You may have experience in the following: Head of Partnerships, Head of Corporate Partnerships, Partnerships Director, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Strategic Partnerships Lead, Business Development Director, Income Generation Lead, Fundraising Director, Corporate Fundraising Manager, Strategic Account Director, Relationship Director, Partnerships Lead, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Not for Profit, NFP, etc.
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At Base71 Youth Zone, we believe every young person deserves access to a safe, welcoming and inspiring place where they can have fun, feel supported and realise their potential. Since opening our doors, we have already welcomed nearly 8,000 young people, creating opportunities for them to build confidence, develop friendships and access life-changing experiences.
We are now looking for an outstanding Head of Youth Work & Partnerships to help lead the next stage of our journey. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and develop our universal youth work offer, inspire and lead our delivery teams and strengthen partnerships across Barnsley to ensure young people receive the very best support and opportunities.
About the Role
This is a rewarding senior leadership role for an experienced and passionate youth work professional who believes in the transformative power of youth work and the potential of every young person.
We are looking for someone who can lead with energy, creativity and purpose — someone who is ambitious for young people and motivated to create outstanding experiences that help them thrive. You will lead a dynamic team of Youth Workers, Managers and volunteers, creating a culture that is inclusive, supportive and focused on high-quality delivery. With a hands-on and solutions-focused approach, you will bring fresh ideas, drive innovation and ensure young people remain at the heart of everything we do.
No two days at Base71 are ever the same. You will oversee a wide-ranging youth work programme across Junior, Senior, Inclusion and Holiday Club provision, ensuring our offer remains engaging, safe and responsive to the needs of young people. Alongside operational leadership, you will build meaningful partnerships with schools, community organisations, funders and key stakeholders, helping to strengthen the impact and reach of Base71 across the borough.
As part of the Senior Leadership Team, you will also contribute to the strategic development and future growth of Base71, helping to shape a Youth Zone where young people feel safe, valued, supported and inspired to achieve their full potential.
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about empowering young people
- An experienced leader within open-access youth work, community provision or a similar setting
- Skilled in developing and motivating high-performing teams
- Confident in leading safeguarding processes and responding to complex situations
- Experienced in partnership development and stakeholder engagement
- Organised, resilient and able to manage competing priorities effectively
- Committed to equity, diversity, inclusion and amplifying young people’s voices
You Will Have Experience Of:
- Leading youth programmes for diverse young people aged 8–19, including up to 25 for young people with additional needs or disabilities
- Safeguarding leadership, ideally as a Designated Safeguarding Lead
- Building strong relationships and communicating effectively with a wide range of audiences
- Managing staff performance, rotas, budgets and operational delivery targets
- Understanding the challenges facing young people today and the role youth work plays in improving outcomes
- Holding a relevant degree-level qualification or equivalent experience, ideally supported by a youth work qualification
To Apply:
To apply, please email a CV and cover letter (no more than two pages) in response to the
person specification and questions below
1. Why do you want to work for us?
2. Looking at the person specification, briefly describe how your skills and experience
(including any lived experience) make you a good candidate for this role. (200 words
max)
3. How would your previous experience support you to be a strong leader at Base71? (200
words max)
4.How you demonstrate your commitment to fairness, equity and respect.
5.Confirmation you are eligible to work in the UK (the successful candidate will be required
to provide documentary evidence before a job offer confirmed).
6.Any reasonable adjustments we can make to assist you in your application or the
selection process.
7.This role will be based in the Youth Zone and therefore require an Enhanced DBS.
a.Do you have any unspent conditional cautions or convictions under the Rehabilitation
of Offenders Act 1974?
b.Do you have any adult cautions (simple or conditional) or spent convictions that are
not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions)
Order 1975 (Amendment) (Englandand Wales) Order2020
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Role description:
We are currently looking for a Head of Philanthropy & Partnerships to join our Fundraising & Supporter Experience Team.
Reporting to the Director of Fundraising & Supporter Experience, the postholder will lead the development and delivery of the charity’s philanthropy and partnerships strategy, translating organisational ambition into compelling propositions, high value relationships and sustainable income growth.
Leading a small, committed and recently established team, the Head of Philanthropy & Partnerships will build on early successes to define future direction, strengthen capability, and scale income from major donors, trusts, foundations and corporate partners.
This role offers a significant opportunity to shape and grow a developing function and play a pivotal part in enabling Yorkshire Cancer Research to deliver its ambitious growth plans and achieve its vision of a Yorkshire free from cancer.
Specifically you will:
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Lead and work in partnership with relevant Fundraising Managers to develop and deliver Yorkshire Cancer Research’ Philanthropy & Partnerships strategy to the charity’s mission, values and organisational strategy.
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Provide clear strategic leadership across all high value, aligned income streams, including: Philanthropy, Trusts and foundations, Corporate partnerships, Strategic and multi year funding partnerships
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Ensure the philanthropy and partnerships strategy aligns with, and complements, the public fundraising strategy, delivering a coherent overall income approach.
To be considered for this role, you will need to be a member of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising and have significant experience leading high-value fundraising and/or partnership income streams, with evidence of delivering significant and sustainable income growth.
For further details please refer to the role profile.
Application
Before applying, please visit our Careers Page to view the full role profile and find out more about working for Yorkshire Cancer Research.
To apply please submit a CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to Claire Wooldridge, Head of People before 9th June 2026. Please read our privacy notice before applying.
The charity is a responsible and flexible employer.We welcome any discussion for flexible working at the interview/offer stage where we will consider an individual’s circumstances against the needs of the charity.
We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. If we can make any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact us.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
North & West Gloucestershire Citizens Advice is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our strategic leadership team and help make a real difference within our communities.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and respected charity with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality advice services and being a great place to work. You will become part of a collaborative and supportive team that is committed to working together, and alongside partner agencies, to achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients.
You will play a key role in developing strategic partnerships and identifying new business opportunities that support the organisation’s growth, sustainability, and long-term impact. Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, you will help strengthen relationships, increase opportunities for collaboration, and support the continued development of our services and community impact.
Key details
Position: Head of Partnerships & Business Development
Location: Flexible within North & West Gloucestershire (hybrid working available)
Hours: 0.6 FTE (approx. 22.5 hours per week)
FTE Salary: £44,163 (£26,497 pro rata)
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Annual leave and benefits:
27 days plus Bank Holidays
Contribution of 7% based on 4% employee contribution
Employee Assistance Scheme
Birthday Leave
Christmas Closure
Flexible Working Policy
What are the responsibilities?
- Develop and manage strategic partnerships with local authorities, funders, voluntary sector organisations, and community stakeholders.
- Identify and secure new business development, funding, and partnership opportunities that support organisational growth and sustainability.
- Lead and coordinate funding bids, tenders, and partnership proposals in collaboration with the CEO and operational teams.
- Build strong relationships with funders, commissioners, partners, and local communities to strengthen collaboration and service impact.
- Represent the organisation at meetings, events, and regional networks, acting as an ambassador for the charity.
- Support organisational growth and strategic planning by providing updates on partnership activity, funding opportunities, and development progress.
What are the requirements?
This job is for you if you:
- Have experience in partnership management, business development, fundraising, or stakeholder engagement.
- Can build strong relationships and work collaboratively with funders, partners, community organisations, and stakeholders.
- Are confident identifying and developing new opportunities that support organisational growth and sustainability.
- Have excellent communication skills, including experience writing funding bids, tenders, or partnership proposals.
- Are organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities and projects effectively.
- Can work independently while contributing positively within a collaborative leadership team.
It would also be beneficial if you have knowledge of the charity, advice, or voluntary sector, experience working with commissioned services or partnerships, or an understanding of local government and funding environments.
Application deadline: 14th June 2026 (may close early if a suitable candidate is appointed)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Head of Corporate Partnerships
AllChild
London, UK (Hybrid options available)
Full-time and permanent role
Salary positioned at c. £55,000 pa (with flexibility on this for the right candidate)
Help every child and young person flourish.
How? Help us double our income and deepen our impact.
We’re a national charity with a local heartbeat — working with communities so that every child and young person can access the right support, at the right time, in the right way. Our place-based approach is rooted in early identification, trusted adult relationships, whole child/whole system support and joined-up communities.
Our model has been successfully funded so far through a unique collective impact funding model across local and central government, schools and philanthropy, and we aim for a broader mix of funders who are committed to transforming their communities. As we embark on our second decade, we are ready for this next chapter: scaling our place-based model nationally and doubling our annual income from £8m to £16m+. We’ve built a community of committed supporters across individuals and foundations, and there’s significant opportunity to grow our offering for corporate partners. To enable this vision, we’re now seeking an exceptional specialist to join us as the Head of Corporate Partnerships, and design and implement a new strategy to create a significant step change in this area.
Reporting to our newly appointed Director of Fundraising, you will be responsible for building up our value proposition, shaping our corporate engagement strategy, and increasing income and range of partnerships in this area. You will play a key role as a senior leader in our fundraising team, and bring a strong track record of new business development and managing strategic funding partners for the organisations you’ve represented. Your creativity and ability to inspire the best out of your colleagues has resulted in income growth and success in embedding new ideas and approaches. Underpinning all of this will be your excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills, ability to build new programmes and initiatives, and enthusiasm to be part of an organisation that is growing and at pace.
If this is the sort of career challenge you are seeking next and want to unlock transformational funding for children across the UK, we’d love to hear from you. If you’re interested in hearing more, please contact our recruitment partner at Richmond Associates on +44 (0)20 3617 9240 or you can download further details from their website before applying.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS 09:00 ON MONDAY, 1 JUNE 2026
A well-established housing provider in the North West is seeking an interim Head of Finance Business Partnering for an inital 6-month period with option of temp to permanent for the right candidate. The organisation has a strong focus on service delivery, financial control, and continuous improvement across its housing operations.
This is a senior, hands-on leadership role combining team management, consolidation of management accounts, and strengthening of business partnering across the organisation. A key focus will also be driving improvements in financial systems and processes, including automation and better use of core finance systems.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the Finance Business Partnering team, providing direction, oversight, and support across key service areas
- Oversee and consolidate monthly management accounts, ensuring accurate, timely, and insightful reporting to the Finance Director and senior stakeholders
- Drive high-quality business partnering across the organisation, supporting operational teams with financial insight, challenge, and decision-making
- Support property-related finance activities as required (e.g. repairs, maintenance, capital spend)
- Identify and implement process improvements, with a focus on automation and efficiency across finance systems
- Build strong relationships across finance and operational teams, translating complex financial information into clear, actionable insight
Requirements:
- Qualified Accountant with proven experience operating at a senior finance level, ideally from a housing association background
- Strong understanding of management accounting, including consolidation, reporting, and performance analysis
- Demonstrable experience managing and developing finance teams, ideally within a business partnering model
- Experience within property or housing finance (e.g. repairs, maintenance, capital programmes) is highly desirable
- Strong systems expertise, with experience improving and automating finance processes
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and challenge at senior levels
Please get in touch if this role is of interest and you feel you can add value in the position.
Are you someone who can build trusted relationships across sectors, develop sustainable income, and turn strategic opportunities into meaningful impact?
Are you looking for a part-time, senior role where you can shape organisational direction, grow partnerships, and deliver programmes with national and international reach?
The Design in Mental Health Network (DiMHN) is a UK-based charity dedicated to improving mental health outcomes through better design. We are seeking a strategic and entrepreneurial Head of Partnerships & Programmes to play a central role in our next phase of growth.
In this role, success will mean building high-value partnerships, growing sustainable income, and delivering programmes that expand DiMHN’s impact and influence.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will:
- Drive sustainable income through a mix of commercial partnerships, membership growth, and charitable funding
- Develop and lead strategic and commercial partnerships, from opportunity through to delivery
- Lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of programmes across our core areas of work
- Grow and engage a diverse membership across commercial and health sector stakeholders
- Embed strong monitoring, evaluation, and reporting to demonstrate impact and inform decision-making
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for a strategic, relationship-driven leader who can translate opportunity into impact, income, and influence.
Knowledge and experience
You will bring:
- A strong track record of developing and securing income through partnerships, sponsorship, membership, and/or charitable funding
- Experience building and managing commercial or strategic partnerships, including identifying opportunities and maintaining long-term relationships
- Experience designing and delivering programmes involving multiple stakeholders, sectors, and/or geographies
- The ability to develop robust business cases, including assessing opportunities, risks, and resource requirements
- Experience growing and engaging professional networks, memberships, or cross-sector communities
- Confidence working in complex, multi-stakeholder environments
Knowledge of the mental health, healthcare, design, or built environment sectors is welcome, but not essential.
Personal attributes
You will be:
- Strategic and entrepreneurial, able to spot and develop opportunities
- Collaborative and relationship-led, with the ability to build trust across diverse stakeholders
- Impact-focused, motivated by delivering measurable outcomes
- Adaptable and resilient, comfortable working in a growing and evolving organisation
- Passionate about improving mental health outcomes and interested in how design can improve people’s lives
WHAT YOU'LL GET IN RETURN
As part of the team, you will benefit from:
- Annual leave - 28 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
- Work from home – though in-person meetings with partners and members will be expected in order to build strong working relationships
- Flexible working - flexibility in how the 21 hours are worked across the week (to be agreed during offer discussions)
NEXT STEPS
Please see https://bit.ly/DIMHNPartnershipsProgrammes for our Candidate Pack, application instructions and details about the interview process.
The Design in Mental Health Network (DiMHN) is a charity dedicated to improving the design of mental health environments.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Harris Hill is delighted to be partnering with Scotty's Little Soldiers, who have been supporting children and young people who have been bereaved of a parent who served in the British Armed Forces. They are searching for a Head of Strategic Partnerships (Trusts & Foundations) to join their team.
This is an exciting opportunity to have a direct and measurable impact on the future growth of the organisation. The role combines strategic influence with hands-on delivery, offering the chance to build long-term partnerships, contribute to ambitious income growth and help strengthen support for the families Scotty’s Little Soldiers supports.
As Head of Strategic Partnerships (Trusts & Foundations), you will be responsible for leading and growing a significant grants income portfolio, with a focus on increasing multi-year and high-value funding opportunities. You will develop a strategic pipeline of aligned funders, proactively identifying and qualifying opportunities and building long-term relationships that support sustainable income growth. You will lead the development, writing and submission of compelling grant applications and partnership proposals, translating organisational strategy and impact into strong, funder-aligned cases for support. Another key aspect of the role is managing and stewarding relationships with funders, acting as a trusted point of contact, you will ensure funders remain engaged, informed and connected to the impact. You will also be responsible for grant management and compliance across the full funding lifecycle, including financial tracking and reporting.
To be successful, you will need or need:
- Proven track record of securing £50k+ grants from trusts and foundations, ideally including multi-year funding.
- Strong relationship builder, able to engage and influence funder decision-makers.
- Able to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.
- Excellent written communicator, able to craft compelling, high-quality proposals and reports.
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000
Permanent, Full-time
Location: Remote (must be located within 2 hours of Cambridge)
Deadline – Monday 1st June at 9am
Application process – CV and Cover Letter
If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!
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.
A well-established housing provider in the North West is seeking an interim Head of Finance Business Partnering for a 6-month period. The organisation has a strong focus on service delivery, financial control, and continuous improvement across its housing operations.
This is a senior, hands-on leadership role combining team management, consolidation of management accounts, and strengthening of business partnering across the organisation. A key focus will also be driving improvements in financial systems and processes, including automation and better use of core finance systems.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the Finance Business Partnering team, providing direction, oversight, and support across key service areas
- Oversee and consolidate monthly management accounts, ensuring accurate, timely, and insightful reporting to the Finance Director and senior stakeholders
- Drive high-quality business partnering across the organisation, supporting operational teams with financial insight, challenge, and decision-making
- Support property-related finance activities as required (e.g. repairs, maintenance, capital spend)
- Identify and implement process improvements, with a focus on automation and efficiency across finance systems
- Build strong relationships across finance and operational teams, translating complex financial information into clear, actionable insight
Requirements:
- Qualified Accountant with proven experience operating at a senior finance level, ideally from a housing association background
- Strong understanding of management accounting, including consolidation, reporting, and performance analysis
- Demonstrable experience managing and developing finance teams, ideally within a business partnering model
- Experience within property or housing finance (e.g. repairs, maintenance, capital programmes) is highly desirable
- Strong systems expertise, with experience improving and automating finance processes
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and challenge at senior levels
Please get in touch if this role is of interest and you feel you can add value in the position.
Our client is the UK chapter of the global anti-corruption movement, working to tackle corruption and promote transparency, accountability and integrity across government, business and society. Through research, advocacy and partnerships, the organisation addresses corruption risks in areas such as global health, defence and security, helping to drive systemic change both in the UK and internationally.
As Head of Development and Partnerships, you will lead fundraising and partnership development across all programme areas, setting and delivering multi-year income strategies. You will oversee the Programme Development Unit, drive new funding opportunities across a diverse donor base, and build strategic partnerships to support long-term sustainability. Working closely with senior leadership and programme teams, you will lead on high-quality bids, pipeline development and performance reporting, while ensuring a collaborative and insight-led approach to income generation.
The ideal candidate will bring significant experience leading fundraising and partnership development in a complex organisation, with a strong track record of securing income from institutional donors, foundations and the private sector. You will be a strategic thinker and strong relationship builder, with excellent communication, analytical and influencing skills. A proactive and collaborative approach, alongside the ability to navigate complex funding landscapes and deliver against ambitious targets, will be key to success in this role.
£64,781 - £68,060
Permanent and full time
London hybrid
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