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Acorns Children’s Hospice provides specialist care and support for babies, children and young people who are life limited or life threatened. Supporting over 750 children and nearly 1,000 families annually, Acorns is a vital lifeline for families across the West Midlands and Gloucestershire during unimaginably difficult times.
Over the past three years, Acorns’ leadership has enhanced collaboration and innovation across the charity and embedded an organisation-wide fundraising culture.
With a newly integrated Partnerships Team spanning corporate partnerships and community fundraising, and an ambitious £5m appeal ahead, Acorns is now seeking a Senior Community Partnerships Manager to oversee and deliver the charity’s community fundraising strategy, driving c.£1m of income. The strategic focus will be on building more commercially productive relationships with SMEs, community groups, and associations across the West Midlands.
Reporting to the Head of Partnerships, you will personally manage a portfolio of key community partnerships while leading and developing a team of three Community Partnerships Managers. While the team operates on a patch basis (Birmingham/Black Country and Worcester), you will take a lead on integration across Acorns, working closely with Retail and Care colleagues.
This is a superb opportunity for someone who has evolved from traditional community fundraising into more commercially-focused, regional partnerships.
About the role
As Senior Community Partnerships Manager, you will:
- Report to the Head of Partnerships and line manage three Community Partnerships Managers, ensuring plans are focused, targets/KPIs are set and met and ROI is prioritised
- Oversee key accounts worth circa £1m across the team, seeking opportunities to uplift/evolve, whilst delivering exceptional donor experience for SME, community group, and association partners
- Be the key account manager for a range of partnerships that have the potential for growth, are higher profile or have a wider geography than one patch alone
- Work closely with the Corporate Team to ensure smooth handover of partners with higher value potential or commercial complexity or in reverse for those that focus more on staff fundraising alone
- Network map and build relationships across key sectors, utilising Acorns senior leaders to open doors
- Contribute to the development of fundraising products and campaigns that appeal to community audiences
- Collaborate with Retail, Care and other fundraising teams to maximise referrals and cross-team opportunities
About you
Essential skills and experience:
- Proven experience of growing income through regional community engagement, ideally within a charity setting
- Either line management or substantial coaching/mentoring experience
- Experience of working with community leaders
- Experience and evidence of first-class relationship management techniques and donor care
- Experience of organising events, managing volunteers, risk assessments and health and safety requirements
- Track record of cross-team working with examples of impact, ideally this will include collaborating with corporate partnerships teams
Desirable:
- A blend of regional corporate relationship management and community fundraising experience, reflecting the strategic direction of the role
Employee benefits include:
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- 5 days holiday buyback scheme starting from April 2026
- 5% employer pension contribution
- Life assurance scheme (2 x annual salary)
- Retail discounts (including the Blue Light card)
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted gym membership
- Access to expert financial health and wellbeing support
To apply, please upload your CV, making sure it reflects the essential skills and experience outlined above. You can use the notes/cover letter section to share any additional relevant information. Suitable applicants will be contacted and given full support with the formal application process.
Round 1 interviews – w/c 30 March (TBC)
Round 2 interviews – Thursday 9 April
Good relationships shape our health and happiness, yet we are taught so little about them. LMK (Let Me Know) is on a mission to change that. We are a young and thriving charity providing education about healthy and unhealthy behaviours so that young people have the knowledge and skills to avoid abuse and thrive in their relationships. We work in schools, community organisations and workplaces across London.
LMK’s Head of Programmes leads, develops and delivers LMKs high quality education programmes for young people and the trusted adults around them, ensuring our programmes are responsive to the changing experiences of young people and the feedback from our programme evaluation. Leading a passionate and talented team of employees and freelance youth workers, this role is an important ambassadorial role for LMK, bringing gravitas and insight from your experience of education provision to evidence LMK’s impact to fellow education professionals, youth workers, funders and the media. Working with the CEO, and our Youth Advisory Board, this role helps shape the strategic direction for LMK.
We’re especially keen to hear from candidates who have:
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Strong understanding of RSHE / relationship education
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Senior leadership experience
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Experience in designing and delivering youth-focused education programmes
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Safeguarding expertise (DSL experience highly desirable)
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The ability to inspire, lead and support a diverse team.
Working from home, but with regular travel around London, so must be based in or near London.
Recruitment Timeline
Vacancy closing date: Sunday, March 22, 2026, 11:30 pm
First round interview date: Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Please see job description for more details.
Our mission is to provide young people with the knowledge and skills to thrive in their relationships.



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Dataro are looking for a Partnerships & Marketing UK Manager to help grow their presence across the UK charity sector. This is a varied role that combines partnership development with hands-on marketing and events delivery, making it ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, spotting opportunities, and turning ideas into action.
Around 70% of the role will focus on partnerships and new business growth; identifying and developing collaborations that build pipeline and raise Dataro’s profile across the UK. The remaining 30% will focus on delivering marketing activity and events on the ground, from conferences and webinars to partner activations and community engagement.
You’ll work closely with Dataro’s global marketing and partnerships team, with access to the tools, systems and support needed to make things happen. While the role sits within a global team, this position will play a key part in shaping and delivering activity specifically for the UK charity market.
This role could suit people from a range of backgrounds. You might currently be working in corporate partnerships, marketing, partnerships, data, or events within a UK charity, or in a technology or service provider that works with the nonprofit sector. What matters most is that you understand how strong relationships translate into income and impact, and that you’re comfortable taking ideas from concept through to delivery.
Importantly, you don’t need to meet every single element on the person specification to apply. If you have experience building partnerships, running sector-facing marketing activity, or working closely with charities - and you’re someone who enjoys spotting opportunities and making things happen - we’d love to hear from you.
This is a great opportunity to join a growing organisation that still retains the energy and ownership of a startup environment, while working with charities across the UK to help them strengthen their fundraising and supporter engagement.
Application notes
Please download the Candidate Info Pack provided for further information about the role, timelines and next steps.
To progress your application, please contact THINK Recruitment via the contact info in the pack to organise an informal screening call. Please note, we cannot shortlist candidates who have not had a screening call so please allow enough time to have a call before the closing date.
If you need assistance with downloading the pack, please scontact THINK Recruitment and our team will support you.
Timeframes
Closing date for applications: Midnight 24th March
Virtual interviews – Tuesday 1st or Wednesday 2nd April
An exciting opportunity to join the Rank Foundation team in London or Penrith as Head of Impact, Partnerships & Place.
The Head of Impact, Partnerships & Place is a senior leadership role responsible for driving collaboration & partnerships and ensuring measurable social impact. This position combines strategic vision with operational excellence to advance the Foundation’s mission. Our mission is rooted in trust, respect, and a belief in the collective power to drive positive change.
The creation of the Head of Impact, Partnerships and Place marks a pivotal moment in our journey. It signals our ambition to deepen how we understand, evidence and learn from our impact, and to use that learning to continually strengthen what we do. The role will ensure our place-based work is shaped by insight, collaboration and long-term thinking, so that communities have the best possible opportunities to thrive. By building strong partnerships with funders and collaborators, this role will help us grow and scale our work in ways that are purposeful and sustainable.
Please download the Recruitment Pack for the full description of the post and further information.
Key Responsibilities
Impact Measurement
o Design and oversee frameworks for monitoring and evaluating strategic outcomes.
o Prepare and present impact reports to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and accountability.
o Support the wider staff team in gathering data to inform and underpin the Impact Framework.
Partnerships Development
o Build and maintain partnerships with RankNet members, other funders, government, and community organisations.
o Negotiate and manage collaborative projects to maximise reach and effectiveness.
Place-based Programmes
o Lead the place-based programmes (currently Plymouth and Sunderland) and design frameworks for monitoring and evaluating strategic outcomes.
o Collaborate with other funders and partners to achieve shared goals.
o Represent the Foundation at local, regional, and national events that focus on place-based work.
Community Engagement
o Develop and implement strategies to strengthen relationships with RankNet members, partners, and funders.
Strategic Leadership
o Contribute to organisational strategy, identify emerging trends and opportunities for social impact.
o Translate organisational strategy into clear, measurable objectives, ensuring alignment across teams and programmes.
o Manage strategic risk in relation to funders and partnerships, reputation and delivery, ensuring ethical, inclusive and sustainable practice.
Advocacy and Representation
o Serve as the public face of the Foundation at funder and partnership events.
o Advocate for causes aligned with the Foundation’s mission.
If you would like to apply, please state the role you are applying for and send your CV together with a supporting statement no longer than 2 sides of A4 that clearly demonstrates how you meet the knowledge, skills, and experience requirements of the role to recruitment@rankfoundation. com
To assist us in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace, we would be grateful if you could complete our EDI Form.
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HEAD OF PARTNERSHIPS & DEVELOPMENT
About Us
Portobello Business Centre (PBC) is a not-for-profit organisation that helps people start, grow and scale successful businesses.
Build our first fundraising function and secure transformational partnerships that drive social mobility.
For 30 years, we have been committed to social mobility, inclusion and entrepreneurship and have supported thousands of businesses. Alumni include household names such as Charlie Bigham’s, Innocent Drinks and Karen Millen, as well as countless sole traders and early-stage founders.
We are a small, ambitious, growing team working to deliver a new organisational strategy and expand our impact.
About You & The Role
You are a natural builder who enjoys closing deals, developing relationships and creating meaningful social impact. You will shape and lead PBC’s first dedicated fundraising function, building a portfolio from the ground up with limited existing donor relationships.
The role focuses on securing six-figure corporate partnerships and cultivating high-net-worth individual donors, alongside a smaller trusts and foundations portfolio. You thrive in a strategic, relationship-led role and are comfortable using a broad range of fundraising approaches.
Working closely with the leadership team, you will secure funding to support long-term sustainability and expand PBC’s impact across London and beyond. Initially the sole fundraiser, you will have the opportunity to develop and lead a team as the function grows.
Key Responsibilities
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Fundraising Strategy Delivery: Take ownership of multi-year fundraising strategy working closely with the CEO and Board to diversify and increase revenue streams that support PBC’s service expansion and reach
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Relationship Management: Research, identify and cultivate funding opportunities from companies and high-net-worth individuals, alongside trusts and foundations
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Trusts & Foundations: Oversee the grant pipeline, with external support for high-value applications and build relationships with decision-makers
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Develop Compelling Fundraising Material: Collaborate with CEO and wider team to evidence, quantify and articulate PBC’s social value using data and storytelling to position PBC as a high-impact partner for donors and partners
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Performance Monitoring & Reporting: Track and evaluate fundraising performance against financial and operational targets. Provide regular updates to the CEO and Board, ensuring compliance with fundraising regulations, sector and the Chartered Institute of Fundraising best practices
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Proactive Self Starter: Though collaborative, you are motivated to build and maintain momentum, identify and create opportunities and take full ownership of projects from initial idea to delivery
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Commercial Development: Support development, sales and delivery of commercial income strategy, specifically helping to grow the paid membership scheme and securing sponsorship for commercial programmes and offers
Benefits
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Annual Leave: 21 days’ paid annual leave, plus UK public and bank holidays.
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Christmas Closure: Additional 10–14 days of paid leave as the office closes between Christmas and New Year.
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Season Ticket Loan: Interest-free season ticket loan available to support travel costs.
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Training & Professional Development: Access to relevant fundraising, partnerships and leadership training, including external courses, sector events and conferences.
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Supportive working environment: A small, collaborative and ambitious team.
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We empower aspiring entrepreneurs from every background with the skills, support and community to build thriving businesses that power the UK economy.
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About us
We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. We’re the place to turn to for anything and everything to do with breast cancer. However you’re experiencing breast cancer, we’re here.
The brightest minds in breast cancer research are here. Making life-saving research happen in labs across the UK and Ireland. Support services, trustworthy breast cancer information and specialist nurses are here. Ready to support you whenever you need it. Dedicated campaigners are here. Fighting for the best possible treatment, services and care for anyone affected by breast cancer.
About the role
We’re looking for a motivated and committed public affairs manager to join the policy, evidence and influencing team. In this role, you’ll help deliver change for people affected by breast cancer by leading our public affairs work in the UK Parliament and across England.
You’ll be responsible for developing and delivering a public affairs strategy to raise awareness of the critical issues for people affected by breast cancer. You’ll work with colleagues across the team and organisation to design influencing activities and events that deliver change. You’ll build strong relationships with parliamentarians and other public affairs stakeholders.
This role manages a public affairs officer. You’ll work closely with them to provide the secretariat for the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Breast Cancer.
About you
With experience of working in relevant public affairs roles to deliver significant change, you’ll be an excellent communicator, well-organised and able to work under pressure to tight deadlines. You’ll be confident working with a wide range of people and have experience of supervising or managing people. You’ll also have an excellent understanding of the policy and influencing landscape that Breast Cancer Now works in.
Job description and benefits
Please download the job description and our attractive benefits package.
Primary location of role and hybrid working
This role is primarily based in our London office. Our hybrid working model allows you to work up to 3 days per week at home.
When applying
We hope you choose to apply for this role. To support your application, you’ll be asked to submit your anonymised CV and a supporting statement online. Please refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as you can with examples, to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
We’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who we support.
Closing date Monday 16 March 2026 9am
Interview date week commencing 23 March 2026
We reserve the right to close this advert early. Therefore, to avoid disappointment please submit your application as soon as possible, if you’re interested in this opportunity.
About Sophie Hayes Foundation
Sophie Hayes Foundation is a small but mighty charity supporting women survivors of modern slavery and human trafficking as they rebuild their independent lives, free from re exploitation for the long-term.
We provide an employability programme which enables survivors to rediscover their skills, build their confidence and sense of purpose, develop workplace skills, and open up opportunities for work placements or volunteering. We also offer a conversational English course, a digital skills programme, and run a survivor network CREW (Creative Resilient Empowered Women).
We do all we can to meet survivors where they are in a complex system, flexing and adapting to need as it arises. We also do not accept a system which fails survivors, leaving them at risk of re-exploitation, and engage in policy and advocacy campaigns based on our lived and learnt experience.
In the words of our participants, “The Programme changed my life’s trajectory. We explored our purpose and discussed the idea of work and career as a central part. Sophie Hayes Foundation should not underestimate how much it plays a big role in people's lives.”
About the Role
We can’t do any of this work without brilliant and concerted fundraising efforts. SHF is independent and relies on funds from grant-making bodies, individuals, and businesses in our supporter community.
This role will be at the forefront of the realisation of SHF’s bold strategic ambitions. You will work alongside our small and dynamic executive team to unlock growth, develop new approaches and communicate our impact.
You will build a lead small, effective and positive fundraising and communications team.
You will develop deep and meaningful relationships with the individuals and organisations while support SHF’s work – and new supporters we have not met yet.
You will be hands on, getting stuck into grant applications, prospecting, communicating, and developing new engagement programmes.
We know small charity fundraising is no mean feat – you will get all the support and engagement you need from the SHF team and Board to do you very best work, in a hugely meaningful context.
You will have the opportunity to get involved in any and all parts of the organisation’s work, including policy advocacy, lived and learnt experience co-design, research and service delivery.
If you are an energetic, positive, collaborative and experienced fundraiser, we can’t wait to hear from you! You can find out more about the mission and values of Sophie Hayes Foundation our website:
Objectives
FUNDRAISING
- Leadership of successful portfolio of grant funding, including stewardship of existing funders, and growth to new ones through high quality applications and proactive identification of opportunities.
- Development and implementation of income generation and diversification strategies, most particularly through major donors programme and corporate partnerships.
- Working alongside Executive team to develop programmes enabling new sources of funding to be opened up.
- Building close relationship with existing supporters and using network to significantly expand network and prospects, through supporter engagement journeys.
- Ensuring all fundraising activity is in line with the required legislative frameworks and complies with best practice.
- Funding to be opened up
- Building close relationship with existing supporters and using network to significantly expand network and prospects, through supporter engagement journeys.
- Ensuring all fundraising activity is in line with the required legislative frameworks and complies with best practice.
COMMUNICATIONS
- Developing the charity’s existing communications efforts into a coordinated, coherent, and impactful strategy, across all communications channels and traditional and social media.
- Developing and implement opportunities to raise the charity’s profile and engagement.
- Working alongside team members to develop and publicise the charity’s policy and advocacy activities, creating and leading innovative communications campaigns.
- Overseeing the production of all branded materials.
- Overseeing the charity’s duty of care to participants who share their stories, ensuring we approach this with due care and sensitivity, working with the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
MANAGEMENT
- Managing and monitoring all parts of income generation and communications, especially high-quality impact reporting.
- Managing fundraising budget – setting budgets, reporting against them, managing funds, reporting to Board risk & finance committee on fundraising.
- Building a highly effective small team of 2-3 people – outcome-focused and empathetic line management of team members.
- Contributing as key member of Senior Executive Team to organisational strategy and decision-making.
- Acting as a senior leader and figurehead within the charity for all parts of development and fundraising.
- Working closely alongside the Board to unlock potential for income generation and communications.
- Undertaking any other duties as directed by the CEO which may be required. Experience & Skills
- Significant success and experience of impactful charitable fundraising from a diverse range of income streams, especially grants, major donors, and corporates. Or comparable experience of business development in another sector.
- Experience of communications campaigns, PR and marketing.
- Convincing and engaging written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to build excellent collaborative working relationships across a wide range of people; colleagues, external partners and funders.
- Highly organised. Ability to prioritise workloads, project manage and deliver to deadlines, often with competing priorities.
- A knowledge of the Modern Slavery sector & trauma-informed practices is desired but not essential, but a commitment to the vision, purpose, and values of Sophie Hayes Foundation is important.
- Effective line management skills and ability to deliver alongside and through small team.
- Positive, creative, entrepreneurial, and solutions-focused.
- Proactive, dynamic, able to work effectively independently.
Job Purpose
The Head of Place Management leads the delivery of The Fitzrovia Partnership’s Safe & Clean mission. The role oversees all operational activity, contracts, partnerships, and member-facing services that maintain the district’s quality, safety, and appearance.
It ensures services are high quality, efficient, and aligned with the Partnership’s wider missions of Economic Growth, Sustainability, and Place Shaping. The role focuses on delivering outputs that achieve agreed outcomes, combining operational leadership with innovation, value for money, and sound service design. Working with public and private partners and member businesses, the postholder drives measurable impact, continuous improvement, and effective stewardship of resources.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Leadership and Delivery
• Lead all direct delivery, commissioned, and partnership activity under the Safe & Clean mission.
• Oversee cleaning, maintenance, waste, and safety operations, ensuring coordinated delivery and measurable outcomes.
• Manage the Operations Sub Group and all aspects of its agenda, ensuring effective governance and clear reporting.
• Ensure operational delivery aligns with the organisation’s business plan and priority missions.
• Deputise for the Director of Policy and Place on operational matters.
Service Design and Performance
• Design and manage services that are efficient, evidence based, and reflect best practice.
• Apply high quality service design and project management to all operational programmes.
• Monitor performance, KPIs, and budgets to ensure value for money and demonstrable impact.
• Apply commercial awareness to procurement and service improvement decisions.
• Use data and digital tools to improve performance, reporting, and productivity.
• Encourage innovation and learning from other districts and sectors.
Partnership and Member Engagement
• Build effective working relationships with councils, police, statutory agencies, and partners.
• Engage regularly with member businesses, responding to issues and tracking activity through the CRM.
• Support members with licensing, planning, highways, and related operational matters.
• Ensure Safe & Clean delivery supports the Partnership’s wider economic, sustainability, and place priorities.
Governance and Compliance
• Manage procurement, contracts, and risk across operational services.
• Oversee health and safety, statutory compliance, and performance reporting.
• Produce clear reports and briefings for senior leadership and the Board.
• Ensure consistent and accurate use of the business CRM.
Continuous Improvement
• Identify opportunities to improve service quality and efficiency.
• Stay informed on policy, technology, and best practice in place management.
• Promote a culture of learning, reflection, and improvement.
Person Specification
Skills and Experience
· Proven experience in operations, service delivery, or public realm management within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
· Strong experience of contract management and procurement, including setting KPIs, monitoring performance, and securing value for money.
· Demonstrable project management skills, with experience delivering multiple workstreams to fixed timelines and budgets.
· Experience working with local authorities, statutory agencies, and private sector partners.
· Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to manage budgets, assess costs, and make informed decisions about service delivery.
· Confident use of IT systems and digital tools to support operational management, reporting, and productivity, including CRM systems.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and briefing senior stakeholders.
Knowledge and Understanding
· Understanding of place management and the role of Business Improvement Districts or similar partnership organisations.
· Knowledge of public realm services including cleaning, safety, maintenance, and environmental operations.
· Understanding of local government structures and how different city stakeholders operate and interact.
· Awareness of health and safety requirements, statutory compliance, and risk management in service delivery.
· Awareness of sustainability principles and their application to operational services.
Personal Attributes
· Delivery-focused and accountable, with a strong sense of ownership for outcomes.
· Collaborative and approachable, able to work effectively across teams and organisations.
· Calm and resilient, able to manage competing priorities and respond to operational issues as they arise.
· Curious and reflective, with a willingness to learn, adapt, and continuously improve.
· Strong alignment with The Fitzrovia Partnership’s values of Ambition, Excellence, Impact, Integrity, Collaboration, and Innovation.
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please send a max 2-page cover letter and CV by Monday 23 March at 11.59pm. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview w/c 30 March 2026
We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any questions or require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the selection process, then please contact us.
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About Starlight
No one enjoys medical procedures, least of all children. From facing everyday vaccinations to the most serious of surgeries and chronic conditions, all children experience varying degrees of apprehension and fear. Feeling scared, powerless, or anxious in healthcare settings doesn’t just trigger a child’s emotions; it can create traumas that impact treatment success and that can have a life-long impact. Starlight’s aim is to transform children’s health through better experiences, by putting play at the heart of every child’s healthcare.
Evidence shows that play in healthcare can reduce anxiety, fear and even pain; it helps children engage and prepare for their treatment and cope better with procedures; it minimises trauma and contributes to a better experience; and supports children to have some sense of agency and control in an environment where these opportunities are limited. Play can also reduce the number of attempts to deliver treatment, the need for sedation and the need for repeat appointments. Prioritising children’s right to play in healthcare results in healthier, happier children who are involved in their own healing and recovery as well as more efficient treatment and care.
We work in over 900 healthcare settings across the UK with an ultimate vision to ensure that no child endures trauma in healthcare.
Our Culture
We believe that our success depends upon focusing on our purpose and business results and taking individual responsibility for a culture where everyone can belong, feel safe and thrive. Our values are the agreed standards that govern our behaviour and are central to our decision-making and the choices that we make. Our development programme focuses on individual awareness of our own values, strengths, and preferences – what makes us who we are – to help all colleagues think for themselves, manage their environment, and make appropriate, balanced decisions for themselves, others and Starlight. We believe that our strength is in our differences and constantly strive towards an authentic workplace culture with equity, diversity, and inclusion as central principles.
Our Strategy and the role of Policy and Public Affairs Coordinator
As a result of the rapid progress and positive outcomes of us leading, managing and coordinating an increasingly cohesive alliance for systemic change in children’s healthcare, we are now in the position of moving some of our focus to the Government and Parliament. This will involve sensitive networking, stakeholder engagement and relationship management. To sustain the momentum and maximise these opportunities, we now want to appoint a permanent coordinator who is dynamic, empathic and curious; with the experience and ability to coordinate and administer the work of a small team working at pace in a fast-changing environment.
The postholder will need to maintain superb attention to detail while juggling multiple priorities (and a diverse range of relationships). There will be growing opportunities to be involved in policy research and preparation of briefings, as well as organising and project-managing events, publications and other activities. There will be a continued focus on meetings of various kinds; aiming to ensure these are seamless and problem free for everyone involved. This will require considerable administrative support in diary management, arranging meetings, preparation of papers, accurate minute taking and follow up actions.
In your application, we’d love to hear about what inspires you about Starlight’s purpose, beliefs and values with a statement that is very personal to you and gives us an insight into who you are, and how you would contribute to Starlight’s success with your experience, expertise and approach.
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Job Title: Head of Public Fundraising & Engagement
Reporting To: Executive Director of Fundraising
Salary Range: Up to £60,000
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Hybrid, across London sites. Old Street, Canary Wharf & Poplar.
Working days/hours per week: 35 per week, 9am – 5pm
Our Vision: A UK where “No good food goes to waste”.
The Felix Project and FareShare have recently merged to form the UK's largest food redistribution charity. Its vision is a UK where good food is never wasted, and nobody goes hungry.
The organisation rescues high quality edible surplus food, from across the food industry and gets it to over 8,000 organisations across the UK who are working to strengthen communities and improve lives.
The charity manages seven depots across London, Suffolk, Merseyside and Hampshire and works with 16 network partners who operate a further 26 regional depots across the UK.
Over the next year our ambition is to rescue enough food nationally to provide nearly 200 million meals, turning an environmental problem into social good with measurable impact for people, planet, and the economy.
Why this role and why now?
This is a hugely exciting time to join our organisation.
We have recently brought together two £20m organisations – FareShare UK, a national food redistribution charity, and The Felix Project, our London network partner who has made waves across the capital in recent years. We are in the early stages of shaping our future together, while at the same time, developing our fundraising strategy for the next three years – setting the direction for how we grow income, engage supporters and deliver even more impact across the UK.
Public fundraising and engagement will be central to that strategy, and as Head of Public Fundraising & Engagement, you will play a leading role in shaping it.
We already have strong foundations to build on. Recent testing of private site fundraising for both organisations has exceeded KPIs, showing strong public appetite to support our work. We also have the opportunity to learn from The Felix Project’s success in London and explore how proven approaches can be adapted and scaled nationally.
Alongside this, we have a clear ambition to become a destination directorate for fundraisers across the sector – a place where talented people want to build their careers, test new ideas and do their best work.
This newly created role offers a rare opportunity to build on that momentum: helping to shape our three-year fundraising strategy, embedding a new brand, working creatively with network partners, developing new products and propositions, scaling what works nationally, growing mass-market and legacy fundraising, modernising systems and supporter journeys, and bringing together newly merged teams around a shared direction and culture.
This is a role for someone who enjoys building, experimenting, learning from what works and creating something genuinely transformational. If you’re excited by the idea of leading through change and helping create new ways for people to support our cause, we’d love to hear from you.
About the role
The Head of Public Fundraising & Engagement will lead our public fundraising portfolio. This newly created role will oversee Individual Giving and Legacies, Community Fundraising, Mass Participation and Challenge Events, and Fundraising Operations, with five direct reports.
You will be accountable for public fundraising income and performance, whilst also helping to bring together teams, systems and ways of working following the merger. You’ll sit on both the Fundraising Senior Management Team and the organisation’s Senior Management Team, contributing to organisation-wide strategy, decision-making and culture.
You will play a key role in shaping our three-year public fundraising strategy, ensuring it is ambitious, realistic and rooted in audience insight.
Whilst much of the portfolio is delivered through Senior Managers, there is particular scope and opportunity, to shape the future of Community and Mass Fundraising – where we’ve deliberately protected delivery while leaving space for the new Head to define long-term strategy, growth and resource.
You’ll also play a leading role in embedding a new organisational brand once agreed.
What you’ll be responsible for
•Setting direction and growing income
•Champion the growth of long-term sustainable income that supports the organisation’s 3–5-year income ambitions.
•Strengthen our regular giving proposition and performance, embedding a clear strategy for acquisition, retention and lifetime value growth.
•Shape and deliver the organisation’s three-year public fundraising strategy.
•Set the overall direction for public fundraising and lead its delivery.
•Be accountable for public fundraising income, including planning, budgets, forecasting and performance working alongside your Senior Managers and Managers to achieve this.
•Build on strong early signals of public support, including the face-to-face fundraising pilots.
•Learn from proven success from both legacy organisations, including The Felix Project’s fundraising in London, and explore how this can be scaled nationally.
•Drive sustainable growth across the portfolio, balancing short-term delivery with the need to maximise supporter lifetime value.
•Make clear, confident decisions about priorities, investment and risk.
Leading the public fundraising portfolio
•Lead and support Senior Managers and Managers across Individual Giving, Community and Mass, Legacies and Fundraising Operations.
•Bring different income streams together under a joined-up, supporter-centered approach.
•Encourage collaboration, testing and learning across teams.
•Step in where needed to resolve issues, reset direction or move things forward.
A focus on Fundraising Operations
•Provide strategic oversight of Fundraising Operations, ensuring excellent supporter care, compliant processes and efficient income processing across the portfolio.
•Integrate a ‘best in class’ approach to thanking and supporter stewardship across the portfolio.
•Ensure robust fundraising compliance in line with regulation and sector best practice.
•Champion operational excellence, embedding processes and systems that enable sustainable growth.
•Work closely with the Senior Fundraising Operations Manager to ensure visibility and value of the function across the directorate and wider organisation.
Innovation and new product development
•Work collaboratively with colleagues to shape and embed the organisation’s innovation framework within public fundraising, ensuring disciplined testing, learning and scaling.
•Contribute a public fundraising perspective to cross-organisational and directorate innovation priorities, ensuring opportunities are commercially viable and audience-led.
•Lead the development of new fundraising products, propositions and approaches, from ideas through to testing and scale.
•Explore new ways for people to engage and give – particularly in acquisition-led activity such as face-to-face, digital and mass fundraising.
•Use insight, data and supporter feedback to shape and refine new ideas.
•Balance creativity with a commercial mindset i.e. Stopping what doesn’t work and scaling what does.
Shaping Community and Mass Fundraising
• Make a hands-on strategic lead in shaping the future direction of Community and Mass Fundraising.
•Build on recent business planning that has protected delivery whilst leaving space for longer-term strategic choices.
• Identify growth opportunities and test new approaches to help define future operating models.
•Build momentum and organisational confidence in areas with significant untapped potential.
•Increase partnerships with small and medium-sized corporates within Community Fundraising, developing scalable propositions that can grow nationally, working in partnership with network partners.
Working with our network partners
•Play a leading role in shaping how we fundraise with, for and alongside our network partners in the public fundraising space, working closely with the Senior Network Fundraising Manager.
•Work collaboratively to explore ideas, test approaches and unlock opportunities that benefit both the network and the organisation.
•Ensure public fundraising activity reflects the stories and impact of our network partners in a respectful and sensitive way.
Developing high-potential partnerships
•Lead the strategic development of high-profile partnerships including our newly launched three-year partnership with Nectar.
•Work closely with internal teams and external partners to grow reach, impact and value over time.
•Develop and embed a robust a partnership strategy for within public fundraising, to ensure we are maximising opportunities with third party providers.
Shaping our legacy fundraising proposition
•Take a strategic lead in developing our legacy fundraising approach, working closely with the Senior IG & Legacy Manager.
•Shape a compelling legacy proposition linked to our impact, values and volunteer workforce – an area of untapped potential.
•Ensure legacy fundraising asks are integrated into wider supporter journeys and long term planning.
•Build organisational confidence, capability and momentum in this area over time.
Brand embedding and supporter acquisition
•Play a leading role in embedding the new organisational brand across all public fundraising activity once agreed.
•Work closely with colleagues in Marketing & Communications to ensure fundraising needs are reflected in the new brand as it develops over time.
•Support your team to translate brand strategy into practical, high-performing fundraising activity.
Merger transition and CRM
•Play a senior role in the organisation’s merger transition, with particular focus on the Fundraising Transition, working closely with the Fundraising Transition Lead, ensuring that public fundraising’s priorities are reflected in change planning.
•Act as the senior fundraising lead for the implementation of a combined CRM, ensuring public fundraising needs shape system design, data structure, reporting and supporter journeys.
•Work closely with colleagues in digital, data and IT, as well as external partners, to ensure systems support future growth and great supporter experiences.
•Balance business-as-usual income delivery with the demands of transformation and change.
•Help modernise processes and ways of working so the organisation can scale effectively.
Leadership and culture
•Lead and develop Senior Managers and Managers, creating a supportive, inclusive, high-performing and psychologically safe culture.
•Play an active role in shaping organisational culture following the merger.
•Support teams through change with clarity, empathy and pace.
• Help build our reputation as a great place to work for fundraisers – where people feel supported, challenged, proud and able to grow.
•Role model collaborative, values-led leadership.
Organisation-wide leadership
• Attend organisation SMT meetings.
•Contribute to organisation-wide strategy, decision-making and problem-solving.
•Work collaboratively with senior colleagues across the organisation.
•Be a strong, credible voice and advocate for public fundraising internally and externally.
We deliver this surplus food to charities and schools so they can provide healthy meals and help the most vulnerable in our society.



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This is an exciting and challenging opportunity for a senior fundraiser / income-generation specialist with the ambition to grow and diversify our income streams sustainably. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will bring strategic planning and action to the income generation work needed to ensure that the charity can continue delivering, and increase the reach of, its life-changing support to Asylum Seeker and Refugee communities in and around Derby.
Key Skills and Attributes we’re looking for:
- Demonstrable experience of significant income growth in a large charity through grants, tenders and/or major donors with pipeline development.
- Experience of motivating and inspiring team members to achieve high, sustainable performance in fundraising and communications.
- Collaborative and skilled at working cross organisationally and building strong internal relationships.
- A proactive networker with the ability to work in true partnership with local organisations, including faith groups, corporate, local government and national funding partners, inclusive of major donors.
- Provides strategic leadership across the organisation, working jointly with the Chief Executive and Trustees to embed the charity’s ethos and values.
Operational responsibilities:
Income generation and external partnerships
- Hold overall accountability for income generation across trusts and foundations, statutory funding, corporate partnerships, major donors and community fundraising.
- Developer and deliver a statutory fundraising strategy to maximise income from government, NHS, lottery and public sector funders.
- Lead and write high-quality funding bids, working closely with the Senior Leadership Team and operational teams to shape compelling programme proposals.
- Oversee the management of the charity's current grant portfolio; ensuring grant applications and reports are delivered on time and in accordance with internal processes.
- Ensure that the voice, experience and dignity of refugees are meaningfully and ethically reflected in all fundraising and communication activity.
Leadership
- Provide inclusive, ambitious and supportive leadership to the Fundraising team, encouraging a culture of high performance, collaboration and learning.
- Champion strong collaboration between fundraising and other areas of the charity.
- Model Upbeat Communities values at all times, contributing to a welcoming, mission-led and entrepreneurial organisational culture.
- Actively contribute as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, supporting organisational leadership and decision-making beyond fundraising.
· Provide clear, accurate and timely reporting to the CEO, and Board of Trustees, attending meetings as required.
Strategy & Development
- Working closely with the CEO, lead the development and delivery of an integrated Fundraising Strategy that supports organisational priorities, financial sustainability and long-term partnerships.
- Contribute income generation expertise to support the execution of the charity’s strategic plan.
- Translate strategy into clear priorities, plans and performance expectations across the fundraising portfolio.
- Ensure fundraising propositions are compelling, evidence-led and clearly connected to Upbeat Communities impact, working closely with the Head of Delivery to reflect operational reality and participant need.
- Strengthen pipeline management, forecasting and scenario planning to support financial resilience and informed decision-making.
· Identify opportunities to deepen funder engagement beyond income, including learning partnerships, influence and profile-raising where appropriate.
Networking & Partnerships
- Build and maintain strong strategic partnerships across statutory, community and private sectors, strengthening the profile and reach of the charity.
- Represent the organisation at networking events, conferences generating leads and expanding income opportunities
- Support the development of a joined-up Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) offer, positioning Upbeat Communities as a key partner for corporate engagement.
Foundational Values
- Excels in emotional intelligence, building deep connections and mentoring others in emotional awareness.
- Embodies compassion in action, inspiring others to create a culture of care and community impact.
- Drives a culture of learning and excellence, mentoring others and integrating innovative ideas into practice.
- Leads with empowerment, creating opportunities and mentoring others to take ownership of their actions.
Person Specification:
Role Specific Competencies
- Significant experience leading high-value fundraising across multiple income streams, with a strong track record of income growth in a large charity.
- Demonstrable success securing and stewarding 6- and 7-figure partnerships or donations from corporate partners, trusts/foundations, statutory funders and/or major donors.
- Proven ability to operate at both strategic and delivery levels, balancing leadership with selective frontline fundraising.
- Experience managing senior fundraisers or managers with responsibility for discrete income streams.
- Strong strategic, financial and analytical skills, including budgeting, forecasting, performance management and risk assessment.
- Excellent relationship-building, influencing and negotiation skills, with credibility at senior levels internally and externally.
- Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and compellingly to a range of audiences, including trustees.
- Experience working effectively across an organisation and with senior leadership teams.
- Strong project management skills and ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
- Sound knowledge of GDPR and the Charity Code of Fundraising Practice.
Empowering individuals and families to thrive as they rebuild their lives.



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About Toynbee Hall
Based in the East End of London since 1884, Toynbee Hall is a charity working alongside people facing poverty, injustice, and inequality to build a fairer East London. We provide vital advice and support, working in partnerships to tackle unfairness and ensure everyone has an equal chance to thrive.
Key Responsibilities
Partnership delivery and coordination
- Act as the primary day-to-day contact for delivery partners, supporting advisors and caseworkers to operate effectively within the agreed delivery model.
- Coordinate partner onboarding, ongoing engagement, and operational problem-solving across the delivery partnership.
- Support partners to use agreed systems, processes, and referral routes consistently and effectively.
Health system engagement and referrals
- Work with NHS Trusts, ICBs, and healthcare professionals to maintain clear and effective referral pathways into the service.
- Support engagement within health settings to ensure the service is accessible at key points in the cancer pathway.
- Monitor referral patterns and work with partners to address gaps or barriers to access.
Workforce development and shared learning
- Support training, induction, and shared learning activity for delivery partners and their advisors or caseworkers.
- Facilitate the sharing of good practice, learning, and insight across the partnership.
- Work with internal quality and training teams to support consistent, high-quality practice.
Data, insight, and reporting
- Support delivery partners to understand and meet data and reporting requirements.
- Contribute operational insight and qualitative learning to funder reporting and programme reviews.
- Use data and feedback to identify delivery risks, improvement opportunities, and emerging trends.
General
- Escalate risks, capacity issues, or delivery concerns to the Head of Partnerships in a timely way.
- Work in line with Toynbee Hall policies and procedures, including safeguarding, data protection, and equality.
- Undertake other reasonable duties as directed by the Head of Partnerships or senior management.
Person Specification
Experience and knowledge:
- Experience working in a partnership, coordination, or programme support role within a charity, public-sector, or health-related setting.
- Experience supporting delivery partners, advice services, or multi-agency projects, for example through coordination, liaison, or operational support.
- Some experience of working with, or alongside, NHS organisations, healthcare professionals, or public-sector partners, or the confidence to develop this quickly.
- Understanding of referral-based services and how people access support through different organisations.
- Experience contributing to monitoring, reporting, or evidencing activity for funded projects, for example through data collection, reporting returns, or qualitative feedback.
Skills and competencies
- Strong organisational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and partner relationships at the same time.
- Good communication skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships and represent a service professionally.
- Ability to work collaboratively across organisational boundaries and know when to escalate issues appropriately.
- Confidence using IT systems, including databases, spreadsheets, and standard reporting tools.
- Ability to gather information, track issues, and communicate updates clearly to colleagues and partners.
Personal attributes
- Proactive, reliable, and well-organised.
- Comfortable working as part of a team with clear management support.
- Willing to learn and develop confidence in system-facing partnership work.
- Positive, solutions-focused approach to problem-solving.
- Commitment to inclusive, person-centred practice and Toynbee Hall’s values.
In addition to the essential criteria outlined above, the ideal candidate will also meet the following desirable criteria:
- Experience working in advice services, welfare benefits, financial wellbeing, or health-inequalities programmes.
- Experience supporting training, induction, or shared learning activities for partners or colleagues.
- Familiarity with NHS structures, commissioning environments, or VCSE–health partnerships.
- Experience working on Macmillan-funded or similarly funded programmes.
- Understanding of safeguarding and data protection in partnership delivery contexts.
Core Benefits
Annual Leave
- 25 days of annual leave, plus 3 additional days for our Christmas shutdown (on top of bank holidays).
- After 2 years: +3 extra days of leave.
- After 3 years: +1 additional day.
- After 5 years: A total of 30 days annual leave, plus the 3-day Christmas shutdown.
Pension
- Standard Life Pension Scheme – Employer contribution: 4%, Employee contribution: 5%
Please download the full Job Description for more details of the role and our other employee benefits
Since 1884 Toynbee Hall is a charity working alongside people facing poverty, injustice and inequality to build a fairer East London
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About the role
We are looking for a Head of Communications, someone with ambition and commitment to shape our approach to communications, internally and externally, and to help us understand how we talk about and demonstrate our impact as a funder. You will be part of a small team that helps to communicate the work of the Foundation externally, drives internal communication, and promotes the work of those we support.
The Head of Communications is a critical post, drawing together our shared story across the different areas of our work and communicating this to key audiences in support of our mission and vision. The communications team plays a crucial role in advancing our commitment to being an anti-racist funder and working towards greater diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, and you will lead on how this is embedded into all of our internal and external communications activity. You will act as a crucial bridge between the Foundation and our various audiences, in particular those people and organisations we are seeking to support through our funding.
Main areas of responsibility
- Strategic oversight of internal and external corporate communications, ensuring alignment with the Foundation’s mission, values and impact
- Leadership of diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racist communications across all platforms and activities
- Reputation, risk and issues management, including navigating complex or sensitive public positions
- Development and delivery of proactive communications campaigns, stakeholder engagement and influencing activity
- Team leadership and cross organisational collaboration, contributing to management culture and organisational priorities
Our ideal candidate will have senior-level communications experience, including developing and delivering external communications strategies, providing sound communications and media advice to senior leadership, and proactively engaging with journalists and key external stakeholders.
About us
Paul Hamlyn Foundation was established by Paul Hamlyn in 1987. Upon his death in 2001, he left most of his estate to the Foundation, creating one of the largest grant-making foundations in the UK.
We use our resources to support social change, working towards a just and equitable society in which everyone, especially young people, can realise their full potential and enjoy fulfilling and creative lives.
Our vision is for a just society in which everyone, especially young people, can realise their full potential and enjoy fulfilling and creative lives.
Our mission is to be an effective and independent funder, using all our resources to create opportunities and support social change. We partner with inspiring organisations and individuals to put them at the heart of leading change and designing solutions to overcome inequality.
We are committed to being an anti-racist organisation. This commitment drives how we work, who we work with and how we make decisions.
We have five funding priorities where we wish to see change for our work in the UK:
- Investing in young people
- Migration
- Arts
- Arts Education
- Nurturing ideas and people
Our values are important to us and we work to and carry them through all our activity.
Benefits
The Foundation is based in light and recently refurbished offices near Kings Cross in London and we currently work to a hybrid working model with 40% of time worked in the office and the rest a combination of external grantee visits and homeworking. We offer fantastic benefits including
- 25 days annual leave,
- 10% non-contributory pension contributions with optional additional 2.5% matched employer contributions
- Enhanced maternity and paternity policies
- Complimentary lunch when in the office.
For further information about the role, including the full responsibilities and person specification, please see the full Job Description via the link provided.
First stage interviews are expected to take place remotely on Tuesday 17th and Wednesday 18th March. Second stage interviews are expected to take place in-person on Tuesday 24th March.
We are one of the largest independent grantmakers in the UK, focusing on the arts, education and learning, migration and young people.



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Purpose of the job
UK Youth exists to widen the reach and deepen the impact of youth work and outdoor learning.
To do this, we work with a network of youth organisations delivering youth work and outdoor learning youth work across the UK, as well as national, regional and specialist infrastructure bodies that collectively strengthen the impact and sustainability of the sector.
Together, this network forms a connected system focused on one shared aim: widening the reach and deepening the impact of youth work and outdoor learning.
As our Network Manager, you will live and breathe our network, developing a deep understanding of the makeup, needs and priorities of network member to lead effective engagement and establish a high quality experience for network members. You’ll drive a number of projects and steward relationships as part of our evolving offer, focusing on listening, moving from a transactional to a relational approach to supporting and learning from our network, equipping leaders with the skills, networks, and confidence to deliver exceptional support to young people.
You’ll support the Head of Network Development and the Senior Leadership Team to evolve UKY’s network offer as part of our new strategy. You will be a key advocate for the sector, ensuring out network remains responsive, resilient, and well equipped to meet emetging opportunities and challenges.
The role requires deep understanding and experience of the youth sector, the ability to confidently build relationships with leaders of practice and organisations, as well as a highly organised, and proactive individual with strong project management and excellent stakeholder management skills.
Why work at UK Youth?
UK Youth exists to widen the reach and deepen the impact of youth work and outdoor learning . We support a network of thousands of youth organisations across the UK to improve young lives every day. At the same time, we are transforming the policies, investment, and ideas needed to future-proof youth work and outdoor learning for generations to com e:
• We back youth work leaders with the evidence, connections, and investment they need to thrive.
• We keep youth work effective with research, large -scale pilot programmes, and professional development initiatives.
• And we work with young changemakers to inspire lasting change in the attitudes of the public and funders.
Key responsibilities
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Relationship Building, Network Onboarding and Partnerships
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Network Engagement, Experience and Capacity Building
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Planning, Budget and Resource Management
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Leadership and Management
Experience we're after
• Experience delivering youth work practice with young people .
• Understanding of youth policy, workforce challenges, and sector -wide trends including the changing aspirations and needs of young people and the impact of youth work in supporting these .
• Knowledge of youth sector infrastructure organisations and their roles at national, regional, and local levels.
• Strong programme and project management expertise, including a demonstrable track record of successfully leading and managing large -scale or complex programmes and projects in a previous role.
• Excellent relational and stakeholder engagement skills, with proven experience building and maintaining relationships across diverse organisations.
• Proven experience in network development, membership engagement, or partnership management within the charity, youth, or community sector.
• Experience in workforce development, training, or skills enhancement within a sector -focused setting.
• Excellent line management skills, with experience developing staff and effectively managing performance.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage diverse audiences in a variety of settings .
• Experience in budget management and financial planning.
What we can offer you
We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance, excellent learning and development opportunities and vibrant organisational culture:
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Flexible/Agile Working
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27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees)
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Funded training provided in; Safeguarding, GDPR, Information and Cyber Security & Equality & Diversity
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Other training available in support of your personal and professional development
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Pension scheme (currently UK Youth match employee contributions up to 5%)
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Membership of our life insurance scheme which would pay-out up to 4 times your salary
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Employee Assistance Programme to support employees both professionally and personally
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20% discount off bookings at Avon Tyrrell, our New Forest Outdoor Centre, including camping, lodges and outdoor activities.
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IT equipment provided for the duration of contract
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CycleScheme and TechScheme
How to apply
If you would like to be considered for this fantastic opportunity, please complete an application via our completely anonymised recruitment system provided by Applied which looks to create a fair and unbiased application process for all. Scroll to the top of the page and start your application.
Closing date: 7th April 2026 at 09:00am
Provisional Interview Dates: 13th and 14th April
As this role involves working in a regulated environment with young people, any offer will be conditional to satisfactory background checks, which include criminal record check and employment reference.
UK Youth is a leading charity with a vision that all young people are equipped to thrive and empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Corporate Partnerships Manager
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Corporate Partnerships Manager
UK wide
£42, 323 per annum (pro rata for part time)
Ref: 117REC
Full time Part time 22.5 hours per week – we are happy to talk flexible working
Base: Hybrid with the opportunity to work from any of the Walk Wheel Cycle Hubs around the UK
Contract: Permanent
Disclosure: Enhanced DBS/PVG Scheme/Access NI is not required
ABOUT THE ROLE
Team: Fundraising and Supporter Engagement / Strategy and Engagement
As the Corporate Partnerships Manager, you will help the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust build strong, meaningful partnerships with organisations. Your work will focus on researching new opportunities, planning how to grow partnerships, and developing approaches that support both short term and long term income for the charity.
A key part of the role is building and maintaining relationships. You will do this through clear communication, regular updates, and supportive stewardship. You will also write engaging and easy to understand partnership proposals that show how organisations can benefit from working with the Trust, while also helping to advance our mission.
You will be working closely with the Fundraising and Supporter Engagement team, who are motivated, passionate, and supportive. Together, you will promote the Trust’s work and create partnerships that help more people to walk, wheel, and cycle.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Developing a new business strategy that increases sponsorship income from corporate partners.
- Creating partnership offers that provide value to both sides. These should attract companies that share our values and can support our projects, products, and programmes.
- Securing new sponsorship and significantly grow income by developing clear and persuasive proposals. This includes shaping each proposal through regular engagement with corporate contacts and coordinating input from multiple teams to produce strong, evidence-based submissions.
- Providing excellent stewardship to all partners. This includes personalised communication, meaningful recognition, tailored events, and clear reporting. The goal is to build long term, positive relationships with both prospects and existing partners.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with delivery colleagues to develop engaging and persuasive communications, developing strong relationships with partners and the rewarding challenge of fundraising!
ABOUT YOU
We’re looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below. You don’t need to meet every requirement — if you feel you’d be a good fit, we encourage you to apply.
- Experience across multiple organisations of securing new income and partnerships from initial cold approaches to corporate prospects and partners.
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of the UK corporate partnership landscape, including current trends and the priorities of corporate organisations.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders both internally and externally.
- Strong financial literacy, including the ability to understand and interpret charity accounts.
- The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
LIVING OUR VALUES
At the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, we’re a values‑driven organisation. We’re looking for people who are:
Always Learning – curious, open‑minded and committed to continuous improvement.
Championing Equity – inclusive, respectful and focused on ensuring everyone has a voice and fair opportunity to succeed.
Taking Ownership – proactive, responsible and empowered to make things better.
Delivering Together – collaborative, transparent and motivated by shared success.
Through our values we make it possible for more people to walk, wheel and cycle safely, healthily and joyfully.
WHAT WE OFFER
We want you to feel supported, valued, and empowered in your role. That’s why we offer flexible working, a positive team environment, and benefits designed to support your wellbeing, finances, and family life.
Wellbeing Support
- 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time employees
- Option to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
- Paid volunteer days to support causes you care about
- Free, confidential support service available 24/7
- Access to cycle-to-work schemes through Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme
Financial Benefits
- Up to two extra days of paid leave (pro rata for part‑time colleagues) when travelling sustainably for holidays.
- Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust
- Bike, computer and season ticket loans
- Discount benefits
- London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 per annum for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London).
- Death in Service benefit – 3 x annual Salary
Family Friendly Policies
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Application deadline: 23:59, 15 March 2026
- Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams during the week of 30 March 2026. To apply, please complete our online application form.
- We are committed to being a truly inclusive employer. We welcome applications from everyone from all parts of the community.
- Adjustments are available throughout the application process.
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