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About HOST

HOST is a not-for-profit social enterprise dedicated to unlocking the power of people and communities to drive meaningful change. We believe that real transformation happens from the ground up — and that grassroots activists and movements are key to tackling today’s most urgent environmental and social challenges. 

And we know that our partners face barriers. That they don’t always have access to the right resources, networks, or operational solutions. That’s where we come in. HOST provides the infrastructure, strategic development expertise, and tailored support they need to thrive. 

We exist to make their lives easier, taking care of essential back-office responsibilities — financial, legal, and administrative — so they can get on with the difficult challenges. And we offer strategic guidance to help them build momentum, strengthen their impact, and sustain their work for the long term. 

In the face of an ever-changing world of systemic challenges, we strive to create meaningful connections and support shared progress — so our work is rooted in collaboration, inclusivity, and trust. Together, we enable the people and projects driving change to navigate complexities, overcome barriers, and make a lasting impact for a more just and equitable future. 

Since 2020, we’ve supported over 350 changemakers in more than 90 countries. Because we believe in doing the right thing, acting with urgency, and working alongside change-makers to create a better world. 

About the Role 

As Partnerships Manager: Changemakers, you’ll lead the team that supports HOST’s global community of hosted partners (HPs). You’ll oversee all Community Support activity, ensuring partners receive the clear, responsive, and values-led service that enables them to focus on making change happen. 

This role sits at the heart of the Partnership Management Circle. You’ll manage a small, high-performing team of Community Support Leads, coordinate cross-team development projects, and ensure that systems, processes, and communications evolve in step with the growing needs of our hosted partners. 

Core Responsibilities 

1. Leadership and Management 

• Line manage the Community Support Team, providing coaching, direction, and performance feedback. 

• Oversee delivery of all Community Support activities, ensuring consistency, quality, and alignment with HOST’s mission and tone of voice. 

• Coordinate cross-team projects that strengthen HOST’s service offer and internal collaboration. 

2. Hosted Partner Experience and Development 

• Lead the design and delivery of the Hosted Partner Journey, from onboarding to exit. 

• Oversee the production of guides, FAQs, and templates that improve hosted partner understanding and experience. 

• Manage complex partner queries and ensure appropriate resolution in collaboration with Legal, Finance, and Operations. 
   

3. Systems, Processes, and SOPs 

• Develop and maintain all Community Support SOPs. 

• Support the development and testing of HOSTHub features relevant to Project Hosting. 

• Work with the Tech and Operations teams to improve efficiency and automation. 
   

4. Risk and Compliance 

• Lead risk identification, screening, and management for Hosted Partners. 

• Work closely with the Legal Circle on legal requests, contract amendments, and risk escalations. 

• Maintain accurate documentation of risk assessments and resolutions. 
   

5. Pricing, Performance and Development 

• Set and manage pricing within the approved HOST fee range. 

• Track and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) with support from the Data Analyst. 

• Lead annual Project Hosting service reviews and contribute to continuous improvement. 
   

6. Collaboration and Communications 

• Work with Communications to deliver partner-facing materials, including the Project Hosting Bulletin. 

• Ensure all partner resources reflect HOST’s empowering, expert, and empathetic tone. 

Required Experience 

• 5+ years' experience in operations, partnerships, or programme delivery within a not-for-profit, social enterprise, or international NGO. 

• 3+ years' experience managing partner or client relationships, ideally across multiple regions or cultures. 

• 2+ years' experience leading and developing a small team, including setting goals, coaching, and performance management. 

• Confident managing systems, workflows, and digital tools (such as ClickUp, Zendesk, Jotform, or CRM platforms). 

• Proven ability to coordinate across departments and disciplines to resolve complex partner or client issues. 

• Experience designing, documenting, and improving organisational processes or SOPs to drive efficiency. 

• Strong analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into service or system improvements. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to represent HOST’s tone and values in partner-facing communications. 

• Demonstrated organisational and problem-solving skills, with a track record of meeting deadlines in fast-moving, distributed teams. 

• Confident working independently in a remote, cross-cultural environment, with strong self-management and collaboration skills. 

At HOST, we believe change starts with people who care.

If you’re passionate about building systems that help others thrive — and want to play a key role in supporting changemakers around the world — we’d love to hear from you.

About HOST 

HOST is a not-for-profit social enterprise dedicated to unlocking the power of people and communities to drive meaningful change. We believe that real transformation happens from the ground up — and that grassroots activists and movements are key to tackling today’s most urgent environmental and social challenges. 

And we know that our partners face barriers. That they don’t always have access to the right resources, networks, or operational solutions. That’s where we come in. HOST provides the infrastructure, strategic development expertise, and tailored support they need to thrive. 

We exist to make their lives easier, taking care of essential back-office responsibilities — financial, legal, and administrative — so they can get on with the difficult challenges. And we offer strategic guidance to help them build momentum, strengthen their impact, and sustain their work for the long term. 

In the face of an ever-changing world of systemic challenges, we strive to create meaningful connections and support shared progress — so our work is rooted in collaboration, inclusivity, and trust. Together, we enable the people and projects driving change to navigate complexities, overcome barriers, and make a lasting impact for a more just and equitable future. 

Since 2020, we’ve supported over 350 changemakers in more than 90 countries. Because we believe in doing the right thing, acting with urgency, and working alongside change-makers to create a better world. 

About the Role

As Community Support Lead: Development & Onboarding, you will lead the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of the Hosted Partner (HP) journey — from first contact to successful onboarding and integration into HOST’s global community. 

You’ll ensure that new partners are welcomed with clarity, confidence, and care, and that HOST’s systems, materials, and communications evolve to meet their changing needs. Working closely with the Partnerships and Delivery teams, you’ll turn insights from partners into practical improvements, ensuring that every process reflects HOST’s empowering, expert, and empathetic values. 

This is a role for someone who loves creating systems that work for people — combining process design, service delivery, and human connection to help change-makers get started and grow. 

Core Responsibilities

1. Hosted Partner Onboarding and Development 

• Lead the full onboarding process for new Hosted Partners (HPs), ensuring smooth, compliant, and welcoming transitions into HOST’s systems. 

• Conduct Welcome, Onboarding, and Set-up calls with HPs to explain key services, tools, and responsibilities. 

• Ensure all onboarding documentation, contracts, and systems are completed accurately. 

• Collaborate with the Finance and Legal teams to ensure hosted partners meet compliance requirements before activation. 

• Track onboarding milestones and ensure timely transitions from application to full hosting. 

2. Hosted Partner Journey Development 

• Lead the design, development, and improvement of the Hosted Partner Journey materials and forms — from initial enquiry through onboarding, active hosting, and renewal. 

• Map and refine partner touchpoints, ensuring clarity, consistency, and accessibility across services. 

• Work with the Communications Team to ensure all HP-facing materials and guides reflect HOST’s tone and values. 

• Collaborate with the Product Manager (HOSTHub Lead) to digitise, automate, and improve onboarding workflows. 

3. Partner Communication and Engagement 

• Maintain consistent, high-quality communication with partners throughout the onboarding and early development process. 

• Ensure partners have access to the right guidance, templates, and training resources. 

• Gather feedback from new HPs to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for service improvement. 

• Contribute to the Project Hosting Bulletin and updates for new HPs. 

4. Documentation, SOPs, and Training 

• Develop and maintain clear Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for onboarding and HP journey management. 

• Support internal training for Community Support Leads and relevant teams on new onboarding tools, systems, and processes. 

• Contribute to knowledge-sharing sessions and capacity building within the Partnerships Circle. 

5. Risk Identification and Escalation 

• Conduct initial screening and due diligence checks for new Hosted Partners, identifying potential operational, reputational, or compliance risks. 

• Escalate risk concerns to the Community Support Manager or relevant leads for review and mitigation 

• Maintain accurate documentation of risk assessments and onboarding decisions. 

6. Collaboration and Service Improvement 

• Work with the Training Lead to integrate onboarding insights into HealthChecks and workshops for new HPs. 

• Collaborate with the Finance, Legal, and Tech teams to align onboarding workflows and systems. 

• Support cross-team projects to improve the efficiency and consistency of the Hosted Partner experience. 

7. Growth and Learning Areas (Development Focus) 

• Develop leadership in onboarding design and service improvement. 

• Contribute to testing and adoption of HOSTHub features that enhance the HP journey. 

• Support the Partnerships Circle in developing standardised partner support materials. 

Required Experience 

• 3 years experience in customer services, account management or partner management — ideally within a not-for-profit, social enterprise, or global NGO environment. 

• Proven experience designing and delivering onboarding, training, or service delivery processes for clients or partners. 

• Strong background in relationship management, with the ability to build trust and communicate clearly with partners from diverse cultural and professional contexts. 

• 2+ years’ experience using and maintaining digital systems (project management and CRM platforms such as ClickUp and Zendesk) to manage workflows or client data. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and empathetically. 

• Demonstrated ability to improve or document processes — developing SOPs, templates, or resources that strengthen service quality and consistency. 

• Experience coordinating across teams (Finance, Legal, Tech, or Communications) to deliver high-quality partner or client experiences. 

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple onboarding cycles simultaneously. 

• Experience handling compliance checks, screening, or due diligence processes is highly desirable. 

• Comfortable working in a remote-first, international team, with strong self-management, accountability, and collaboration skills. 

At HOST, we believe change starts with people who care.

If you’re passionate about building systems that help others thrive — and want to play a key role in supporting change-makers around the world — we’d love to hear from you.

The role

We are seeking a proactive and technically skilled IT Systems Administrator.

As the IT System Administrator, you will be responsible for the development, administration and optimisation of Cruse’s Microsoft 365 environment and wider IT cloud infrastructure.

Working closely with the Head of IT, and the wider Digital Services team of 5 staff, you will ensure our systems are secure, reliable, and aligned with the needs of our staff and volunteers.

Cruse operates a cloud IT infrastructure providing IT services to staff and volunteers based across the UK and Northern Ireland. Microsoft 365 is the main IT service, but there will also be other IT systems you will need to become familiar with in this role.

Cruse makes use of a managed services IT support provider and numerous application and service provider support teams; you will be required to work with these teams making sure our issues are resolved quickly and with minimum disruption.

As part of your role, you will be involved in BAU and project work and be comfortable with competing priorities and pressures.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone wanting to advance their technical skills and experience. Where they will have input into the development of the IT systems, working with an experienced and dedicated Head of IT and digital team, for a charity that is investing in its digital strategy and services.

How to apply

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

The closing date for applications is Friday 7th November. We reserve the right to close the advert early, as interviews will be held as suitable candidates apply.

Please be advised that if you do not hear from us by 24th November, unfortunately on this occasion you have not been shortlisted.

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

Criminal Record Checks

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

· Applicants in England and Wales: DBS Code of Practice

· Applicants in Northern Ireland: AccessNI Code of Practice

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

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

Relief International (RI) is a global humanitarian and development organisation working in over 14 countries across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. We partner with communities affected by conflict, climate change, and natural disasters to save lives, strengthen resilience, and promote long-term health and well-being. Our integrated programmes span health and nutrition, WASH (water, sanitation and hygiene), education, and livelihoods, with protection embedded as a core principle across all areas of our work.

This is a crucial time to join Relief International as we continue to invest in our HR function which is an integral part of delivering our global mission. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our people function and ensuring we can attract, support, and retain the talent needed to deliver our humanitarian and development programmes worldwide.

Global Human Resources Director
Relief International
Salary: Circa £80,000 plus benefits
Location: Remote

The role
Relief International is looking for an operational Global Human Resources Director to lead our global HR function. This is a unique opportunity for a senior HR professional to drive real, lasting impact across our international operations by strengthening the foundations of HR practice, enhancing team capability, and embedding consistency and compliance across global offices.

Reporting directly to the Chief Operations Officer, the Global HR Director will act as a trusted advisor to the COO and wider Senior Leadership Team (SLT) on all people and organisational matters.
This is a transformative role for a leader who combines vision with pragmatism, and who thrives on translating challenges into meaningful change. The successful candidate will:

• Modernise and harmonise HR policies and processes across country programmes and global support offices.
• Review and update staff handbooks and HR procedures to ensure relevance, clarity, and compliance.
• Restructure and lead an international HR team, clarifying roles and fostering a positive, collaborative culture.
• Ensure compliance with labour laws and international standards, mitigating HR-related operational and financial risks.
• Oversee the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance, development, mobility, and well-being.
• Support organisational change, guiding managers and teams through transitions with empathy and structure.
• Champion a culture of inclusion, respect, and accountability in line with RI’s values.
• Advise senior leadership on strategic HR matters, contributing to the overall success of the organisation.

About you

We are seeking a confident and values-driven leader with the following:

• Significant experience as an HR Director or senior HR Manager, ideally within an international NGO context.
• Background working in complex, multi-country organisations—including fragile or conflict-affected contexts.

• Deep expertise in HR policy design, implementation, and compliance.
• Proven ability to lead and restructure remote, international teams.
• Skilled in change management and supporting organisations through transitions.
• Strong knowledge of HR systems (e.g. BambooHR), staff handbooks, and performance tools.

• Strong communicator, capable of building relationships across cultures and levels.
• Fluency in English, French language skills are desirable but not essential.
• Current right to work in the UK.

How to Apply 

Further information, please review the Appointment Brief below. 
To arrange a discussion about the opportunity, please contact our retained advisors at Prospectus, Harjit Bola or Erica Ritchie.
 
Closing date:Sunday 16th November 
Interviews with Prospectus: w/c 17th November 
First stage panel interview with Relief International: w/c 1st December
Final stage panel interview with Relief International: w/c 8th December 

An established national charity is seeking a Senior Finance Business Partner to join their Finance Business Partnering team at a pivotal time for the organisation. This is a newly shaped role designed to strengthen financial support for the charity’s fundraising and campaigning ambitions over the coming years.

The Role

You will play a central role in providing financial insight, analysis, and management across fundraising, communications, and advocacy activities. Acting as a strategic partner to senior leaders, you’ll ensure funds are used effectively to deliver long-term impact and growth.

You’ll help drive the organisation’s ambitious five-year plan to increase fundraising income and enhance its campaigning and influencing power – ensuring every pound raised contributes to a more inclusive future.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with directorate teams to develop robust budgets and forecasts, supporting effective financial planning.
• Provide insightful financial reporting and analysis to help teams interpret performance and make informed decisions.
• Lead on complex income forecasting (including legacies), applying scenario analysis and risk assessment.
• Deliver financial modelling to inform investment and fundraising strategies.
• Ensure accurate management of restricted funds and compliance with external funder requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of financial processes, including integration with a new Salesforce CRM system.
• Act as a key point of contact for external auditors and funders regarding fundraising financials.
• Maintain compliance with Charity SORP and relevant financial regulations.
• Manage and develop a Finance Business Partner team member, fostering growth and capability.

About You

You will be a qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with proven experience in finance business partnering, ideally within the charity or fundraising sector.

You’ll bring:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate complex data clearly.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing abilities.
• A proactive, solutions-driven mindset with a focus on improving systems and processes.
• A genuine commitment to the mission of creating a more inclusive society.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £61,526 per annum
• Contract: Permanent, full-time
• Location: Flexible hybrid (possibility for remote working)

How to Apply

This role is being managed exclusively by Ivy Rock Partners. For more information or an informal discussion, please contact Madeleine Kind or Jake Morrow at Ivy Rock Partners.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with interviews commencing once suitable candidates are identified. Early applications are encouraged.

This is a NON-UK BASED Role - we are intending to hire an international candidate as a contractor based close to their region

Location – Remote / Hybrid 

Salary - Competitive

Contract Type: Contractor, Full-time, One-year Fixed Term, Extendable based on good performance 

About Us

We are seeking an experienced individual to join our Internal Audit team as an Internal Auditor. The contractor will be reporting to the Finance and Services Division of the Charity. This role involves conducting regular internal audits of Muslim Hands’ partners in finance-related and compliance matters. This is a unique opportunity to move beyond standard statutory audit assignments and apply your audit skills in a global, challenging, and rewarding sector. Your work will be vital to the success of international charity development projects.

We Are Family is hiring!

We Are Family is an extraordinary peer support community for adopters and prospective adopters. We’re there for parents throughout their adoption journey. Online and in person, our parents’ groups, events, resources, podcasts and talks offer mutual support, information and inspiration to adopters and those considering adoption. We are the leading peer support community for adopters  across Greater London and the Home Counties, and offer digital-membership nationally; we have ambitions to scale our in-person services provision significantly over the coming years. You can find out more about us here.

As Community Programme Manager, you’ll join our independent adoption support charity, oversee our volunteer, peer support and event provision.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised ‘self-starting’ individual with experience of working with user-run communities. You will use your strong relationship-building skills to proactively engage WAF members and volunteers, to continue providing peer-led support and to create new opportunities for adopters to connect across the UK.

Key Details:

Role type: Permanent

Reports to: Head of Operations

Direct Reports: You will work closely in partnership with our Associates & Volunteers

Working Pattern:  2.5 days / 18.75 hours per week, including occasional evening and on-site work.

Salary: £30-35K FTE

Location: Remote / Home-working; this role can be based anywhere within the UK with periodic meetings and visits, mainly to London / South East, at least quarterly.

Perks of Working at WAF:

· Become a part of a personable, visionary team creating positive impact on a daily basis

· Flexible working

· Home Working Allowance

· Occasional in-person working in London; travel and lunch expenses covered

· Competitive salaries with room for growth

· Professional development opportunities

· Seasonal socials

ROLE DESCRIPTION:

Key responsibilities include: 

• Engagement with our Members
• Supporting our Volunteers
• Managing our Peer-led Groups and In-Person Activities
• Overseeing our Peer Support Training and Supervision
• Nurturing Partnerships
• Delivering Impact
• Contributing to Communications
• Championing our Advocacy efforts
• Collaborating with our Board and Committees

Person Specification: 

ESSENTIAL

• Demonstrable experience coordinating / managing multiple projects or programmes
• Experience of working with beneficiaries and / or volunteers
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Skills in identifying and prioritising workload with the ability to work to deadlines and budget
• Comfortable working independently, operating good judgement on when to seek guidance and support
• Strong IT and / or aptitude to learn software skills (see below)
• Resourceful and adaptable
• Empathetic and supportive
• A ‘hands-on’ and collaborative mindset

DESIRABLE

• Lived experience / interest in supporting those connected with any of the following: early trauma, adoption, the care system, advocating for people from underserved communities.
• Lived experience / interest in supporting families
• Experience of working within a peer support network
• Experience of co-producing projects with beneficiaries / volunteers
• Experience with using multiple software packages (We work across the following software – training provided as necessary: G Suite, MS Office, Zoom, Trello, WordPress, Mailchimp, Canva, Buzzsprout, Google Analytics).

 

To Apply:

If the opportunity to join an exciting, rapidly growing charity appeals to you as someone able to make a valuable contribution, we would love to hear from you!

Please download our full application pack for further details and instructions on how to apply.

Deadline to apply: Midnight at Sunday 23rd November 2025
Start Date: ASAP

Please note that applications are received and reviewed on an ongoing basis, therefore an early application is advised.

Further information can be found via our website.

One of the great strengths of We Are Family is that we are volunteer and member driven, and we represent a diverse community of adoptive parents. We particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds to ensure that the organisation can benefit from this diversity of experience.

This role is a key member of a small staff team of the Girlguiding North West England Region Office which is led by the Executive Manager This role will contribute to identifying, applying for, and securing grant funding, as well as developing creative fundraising initiatives. The successful applicant must have excellent verbal, and written communication skills. They must be able to build positive relationships with staff and volunteers at all levels and have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Development Manager - Individual Giving - Kingston University
Academic Services | Development, Alumni Relations and Engagement (DARE)

Hybrid/Kingston upon Thames
Full-time 
£45,025.00 - £48,820.00 and excellent benefits
Closing date: 9am on Monday 17 November
Interviews: in person on Wednesday 26 November

Are you driven by data with experience in direct marketing fundraising? Do you excel at crafting lifelong donor journeys from acquisition to strengthening affinity and maximising giving participation? Kingston University is seeking an exceptional Development Manager - Individual Giving to lead their ambitious fundraising programmes and help transform the lives of students through scholarships, access, and support initiatives.

About the Role

This is a pivotal opportunity to shape and grow Kingston's individual giving strategy. You'll lead multi-channel campaigns-from telephone fundraising and direct mail to email and crowdfunding-designed to acquire, retain, and upgrade donors. You'll also develop a mid-level giving programme (£500-£1,000+), steward legacy pledgers, and create compelling donor journeys that inspire loyalty and generosity.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead Kingston's annual telephone fundraising campaign, including recruiting and managing student callers.
* Deliver targeted acquisition and stewardship campaigns across multiple channels.
* Develop mid-level giving and legacy programmes, personally soliciting gifts and building donor relationships.
* Collaborate with Major Gifts colleagues to identify prospects and enhance donor pipelines.
* Create engaging content-written, visual, and video-to showcase the impact of giving.
* Evaluate campaign performance using data insights and industry benchmarks.
* Support donor and alumni events, and contribute to the wider DARE and University community.

About You

You'll bring:

* Proven experience in individual giving and campaign management, ideally in Higher Education or the charity sector.
* Strong strategic thinking and data-driven decision-making.
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
* A passion for education, inclusion, and the power of philanthropy.
* Experience with CRM systems (ideally Raiser's Edge) and donor stewardship.

Why Kingston?

Kingston University is a leader in post-1992 university fundraising, with a proud tradition of alumni support. You'll be part of a dynamic team driving innovation, inclusion, and impact-helping students thrive and succeed.
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How to apply?

Please share a copy of your profile or CV with Philippa at Charity People as the first step.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

Join Sutton Nightwatch and help us raise vital funds to support and raise awareness for the homeless people within the London Borough of Sutton and surrounding areas. You’ll lead on strategy, grow donor relationships, and deliver ambitious fundraising targets that directly transform lives.

Sutton Night Watch is a registered charity which was set up to support and raise awareness for the homeless people within the London Borough of Sutton and surrounding areas.

Over the past 10 years, with the support of local business, the local community and fundraising efforts, we have been able to grow and expand into our own, permanent base in December 2019.  From here we are able to not only provide the essentials such as food, showers and clothing supplies, but we are able to also offer our service users a range of health services, benefit advice, wellbeing and educational based courses, clothes, washing facilities and most importantly, a place where people are seen, heard and understood. We also support people to find secure accommodation. In the past 3 months we have found homes for 13 people.

Job Purpose:

The Fundraising Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing fundraising strategies to secure financial support for the organization.

Our annual fundraising target is set at c250k (cash income) plus additional targets for in-kind donations, preloved donations and donated services. These support the growth and sustainability of our operations, ensuring we can continue to provide essential items and services to local people experiencing homelessness.

This role involves managing donor relationships, coordinating fundraising campaigns, organizing events, and ensuring income targets are met to sustain and grow the charity’s mission.

Key Responsibilities:

Fundraising Strategy & Planning

• Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy across individual giving, corporate partnerships, grants, trusts, community fundraising, and events.
• Set annual income targets and monitor performance against goals.
• Identify new opportunities for sustainable income generation.

Donor & Stakeholder Management

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with donors, corporate partners, and sponsors.
• Ensure regular communication, reporting, and stewardship to encourage long-term support.
• Work closely with trustees, senior management, and volunteers to maximize fundraising potential

Campaigns & Events

• Plan, deliver, and evaluate fundraising campaigns and events (in-person and digital).
• Oversee community and challenge events, ensuring participant engagement and fundraising success.
• Leverage digital channels and social media to promote fundraising initiatives.

· Grant & Bid Writing

• Research and apply for funding opportunities from trusts, foundations, and grant-making bodies.
• Prepare compelling proposals and reports to secure and retain funding.

· Financial Management & Reporting

•  Oversee fundraising budgets, track expenditure, and ensure cost-effective delivery of campaigns.
• Produce accurate and timely reports for senior management and trustees.
• Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and ethical standards.

Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience in fundraising,  within the nonprofit sector.
• Strong track record of meeting or exceeding income targets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
•  Knowledge of fundraising regulations, GDPR, and donor stewardship best practices.
• Strong project management and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

 

Personal Attributes

•  Passionate about the mission and values of the charity.
• Creative, proactive, and results-driven.
• Resilient, adaptable, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• High level of integrity and commitment to ethical fundraising.

Fundraising Manager

Hours: 37 hours a week

Salary: £44,100 per annum

Location: Hybrid/Flexible - we have buildings in Brighton, Haywards Heath, Burgess Hill, Horsham and Bognor Regis, giving flexibility to choose your main base with home working.

Closing Date: 12th November 2025, midday 

*We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications, so please apply as soon as possible. Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer sponsorship – you must have the Right to Work in the UK.

Are you and experienced fundraiser that can hold and deliver a strategy?

We’re looking for an experienced fundraiser who can work alone and confidently to shape and grow our fundraising income.

At Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove (AUKWSBH), we’re proud of the difference we make but we know we can’t stand still. With an ageing population and increasing demand for our services, we’re looking for a highly experienced Fundraiser Manager to help us grow our voluntary income and deepen our impact even further.

This is a pivotal role, leading the development and delivery of a sustainable fundraising strategy that supports our mission to help people love later life.

You will initially work alone as we shape and grow the team going forward. You’ll be confident and assertive in working across the different fundraising income streams and with your knowledge and experience, guide us on what we need to do next.

The role involves developing local relationships, a strong understanding of West Sussex, Brighton and Hove and its communities is essential. You’ll spend time in our centres and communities, building connections and raising our profile locally, so applicants must be based in or very familiar with the area.

What You’ll Do

• Raise at least £500,000 in new money per annum, with a robust fundraising plan.
• Be an exceptional storyteller and writer, who can translate our impact into powerful cases for support across applications, campaigns and donor appeals.
• Shape the future of fundraising at AUKWSBH, advising on priorities and helping to grow the team. 

What You’ll Bring

• Knowledge and expertise in all areas of raising voluntary income, knowing where to spend time and energy for an organisation of our size and location.
• Confidence and compliance of fundraising best practice, fundraising governance and law.
• The ability to work independently, with the scope and ambition to grow the fundraising function and resources over time, including the possibility of line managing staff in future.

What We’ll Offer

• An opportunity to create lasting impact across a well-loved and ambitious organisation.
• A vibrant, values-driven culture where your voice and work matters.
• A flexible, supportive team with big plans and a collaborative mindset.
• Hybrid working, with the option to choose your main base from one of our centres (Brighton, Haywards Heath, Horsham, Burgess Hill or Bognor Regis), with the option of home working.

Benefits

We value our team and offer a brilliant benefits package, including:

• Flexible working options
• Ongoing professional development
• 28 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part-time roles)
• Blue Light Card eligibility
• BUPA Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• 4% auto-enrolment pension with life assurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Vehicle Scheme

How to Apply

To apply, please read the full Job Description and get to know us at Welcome to Age UK West Sussex, Brighton and Hove. Then submit your tailored CV and a covering letter (no more than 3 pages) explaining how you meet the person specification. We embrace innovation (yes, AI too!), but most importantly, we want to hear your voice.

Alternatively you can download our application form Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove (aukwsbh) current vacancies.

Please note applications without a cover letter will not be shortlisted.

As a Disability Confident employer, we offer a guaranteed interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. If this applies to you, please indicate this clearly in your application.

We are unable to accept sponsorship applications and you will need the Right to Work in the UK.

The successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS check.

Who We Are

At Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove, we’re on a mission to change the way we age. As a local, independent charity and proud network partner of the national Age UK, we’re the go-to for expert guidance and support in later life. Whether it’s tackling issues like poverty, ageism and loneliness or helping people stay healthy, independent, informed and connected—we ensure that no one has to navigate later life alone.

Through our advice services, wellbeing programmes and vibrant community centres, we empower older people with the support, companionship and activities they need to live life to the fullest. Our VIP values—Valued, Included, Passionate—drive everything we do, creating welcoming spaces where everyone feels heard and respected.

If you want to make a real difference, come and join us.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

We’re proud to be building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve. We believe in removing barriers so that everyone, regardless of background, age, or ability, has the opportunity to thrive.

As part of our commitment to the Disability Confident programme, we actively support applications from disabled candidates and ensure fair, inclusive recruitment practices. We offer a guaranteed interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. We also value the experience and contributions of older workers and are committed to age-friendly employment practices that support people at every stage of life.

We encourage individuals to let us know about any reasonable adjustments they may need, whether during the application process, interviews, or in the workplace, to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for all applicants.

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, or need support with your application, please let us know.

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting a national oracy education charity to recruit for a Programme Delivery Lead. This is a full time, permanent role on a fully remote working basis. The charity exists to empower every child to use their voice to thrive in school, work and life. Their work with schools across the country transforms learning and life chances through talk by increasing access to a high-quality oracy education for those that need it most.
 

The charity is about to launch their new 5 Year Strategy (2025 - 2030) with ambitious goals for reach, impact and influence. As they continue to grow and build into a mature and sustainable organisation, the charity is managing more concurrent programmes and projects across multiple teams. To ensure delivery remains effective and aligned with their strategy, they are looking for an experienced programme manager to work alongside their Director of Operations, Operations team and Project Manager to strengthen their organisation wide internal programme and project management function. You’ll provide visibility across their portfolio, embed a consistent delivery approach, build internal capability and enable smarter, faster decision-making. You’ll play a key role in shaping how they work as a growing mission-led organisation

The successful candidate will bring proven experience as a programme management professional or senior project manager, with a track record of delivering complex programmes. You will have good knowledge of programme and project management frameworks (e.g. Agile, PRINCE2, PMI) and be able to communicate effectively at all levels. You will have experience of using work management platforms confidently to drive collaboration and delivery and be adept at analysing data effectively to inform decisions and improve outcomes.

To apply please submit your CV and a supporting statement via the ‘Apply Now’ button (maximum of 2 sides of A4 for each), preferably in Microsoft Word/PDF format. Applicants are advised to carefully consider the Appointment Brief before applying, tailoring your CV and cover letter to demonstrate clearly how you match the specification for this role and giving concrete examples of the impact you have had in your current role. Applicants who do not demonstrate their capability and competency in the key areas of responsibility are unlikely to progress to interview

As a specialist Recruitment Practice Prospectus are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Prospectus invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

Are you passionate about quality care and driving continuous improvement? We're looking for a Quality and Performance Manager to lead on audits, data analysis, policy implementation and quality initiatives at Mais House, our care home in Bexhill-on-Sea. You’ll work closely with local teams and the central Quality & Care Standards team to maintain high standards, share best practice, and support improvements across other RBL care homes.

This role offers 37.5 hours per week, with shifts between 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday with salary between £45,793 to £49,506 per annum

Please note that we are unable to accept applications from overseas candidates who require sponsorship. All candidates must have a valid Right to Work in the UK.

An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.

What you will be doing:

- Plan and deliver a programme of audits, ensuring action plans are implemented and monitored.
- Communicate findings with Registered Managers, department leads, and senior care staff to drive service improvements.
- Identify trends, lessons learned and support the development of robust quality strategies.
- Work closely with clinical colleagues to implement best practice guidance and evaluate its impact.
- Lead and support quality improvement projects within the care home.
- Liaise with external quality teams and regulators to implement local initiatives.
- Support audits at other RBL care homes, collaborating with other Quality and Performance Managers to align standards and share learning.
- Facilitate clinical governance and audit group meetings.

What we are looking for:

- Level 4 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
- Experience in audits, quality assurance, and service improvement
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ongoing CPD in care quality or person-centred practice
- Full UK driving licence

You may also have Level 5 Diploma or equivalent, RGN (Adults) qualification and/or training in audit or quality improvement.

Employee benefits include:

- 25 day’s paid holiday per year (plus bank holidays), increasing to 26 days after 5 years. Plus the ability to buy up to 1 working week of additional leave
- Contributory pension scheme – min 2% employee contribution receives 6% employer contribution up to max of 10% employer contribution matched with 5% employee contribution
- Death-in-service Life Assurance, with a benefit of 3x annual salary
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Reward Hub online benefits platform with extensive offers and discounts
- Professional subscription paid by RBL (where it is essential to the role)
- DBS (criminal records) screening paid by RBL (where it is essential to the role).
- Employee Assistance Programme: Provides confidential counselling, financial and legal advice

About Mais House

Mais House is one of six care homes operated by the Royal British Legion. Nestled near the coast in Bexhill-on-Sea, it’s a beautiful period property with 51 en-suite rooms, a lounge bar, cinema, memorial garden, conservatory, and landscaped grounds. Residents enjoy tailored nursing, residential and dementia care in a vibrant, supportive environment.

For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.

RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.

We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Befriending Coordinator x1

Fixed Term until March 2027 / 21 hrs per week / Salary £29,571 FTE (£17,742.60 pro rata)

Do you want a job that makes a positive difference in people’s lives?

Age UK Croydon have an established befriending service providing one-to-one befriending for older people in their home. We are now launching a new and exciting Gift of Friendship (GoF) Programme to run alongside this existing face to face and telephone befriending service

The GoF programme will offer a new additional person-centred companionship service where volunteers and older people are matched to reduce loneliness and isolation together.  The service is person centred and dependent on the goals of the individual which could include, going for a walk, going shopping, attending activities or helping an older person to build or regain confidence in going out and about and developing more social connections. 

We are looking for excellent people skills, a strong initiative, and effective communications, including an ability to build relationships with clients and volunteers, and undertake matching in an astute and sensitive manner. You will also need excellent administration skills with high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.

If you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of people in the community, and those who care for them and want to contribute to an organisation which is continuously striving to improve, then we would love to hear from you.

The role will demand a division of time between the office, and out in the community completing home assessments and matching visits. The position will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and references.

We are committed to providing a flexible and productive working environment for all employees. Evolving technology and communication platforms enable employees to work in new and different ways, where we can meet our stakeholder needs and continue to deliver against our charitable objectives. We recognise the importance of supporting employees to have greater personal choice and maintain a healthier work/life balance.

Closing date for applications: 5pm Thursday 20th November

Interview Dates: Wednesday 26th November