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Community Fundraising and Engagement Executive – West Midlands

James' Place

Birmingham, England (Hybrid)

£24160 per annum

Part-time (Part-Time)

Mental Health

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James’ Place, Community Fundraising and Engagement Executive
Job Title: Community Fundraising and Engagement Executive – West Midlands
Salary: £24,160 per annum (£30,200 FTE)
Hours: 0.8FTE, 30 hours per week (flexible over 5 days – to be discussed with successful candidate). There may be occasions when evening or weekend availability is needed.
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Hybrid – based 2/3 days per week in our Birmingham centre
Reports to: Fundraising Manager Community

THE CHARITY
Suicide is the leading cause of death of men under 35 and three quarters of those who die by suicide are men. James’ Place exists to save the lives of men in suicidal crisis through delivering clinical services. We are a charity currently offering free, life-saving therapy to suicidal men at our centres in Liverpool, London, Newcastle and Birmingham.
James’ Place was set up by Clare Milford Haven and Nick Wentworth-Stanley in 2008 after their twenty-one-year-old son, James, died by suicide ten days after a minor operation. James had no history of mental illness or depression and had sought urgent help for anxiety and suicidal thoughts but didn’t find it.
James' Place was set up to make the experience of finding help as easy as possible. We offer men who are experiencing a suicidal crisis a brief, intensive, therapeutic intervention in a safe environment. Men who walk through the door at James’ Place will be in a space where they feel valued and respected. We provide a calm and peaceful environment both inside the centres and in our outside spaces, accessible to men who visit us as well as their friends and families. We have so far treated over 5,100 men who might otherwise have been unable to access the support they desperately need.

THE OPPORTUNITY
This is a new role designed to raise and facilitate fundraising for James’ Place Birmingham and to grow community and voluntary sector relationships across the region to raise awareness of James’ Place to drive referrals to our Birmingham centre.
As part of the Fundraising team, you will take a leading role in building strong networks across Birmingham and the West Midlands, helping to establish our centre as a sustainable source of life-saving support for men in suicidal crisis.
The postholder will spend 50% of their time working collaboratively and taking responsibility for establishing fundraising activity across the West Midlands with appropriate support from centre staff and fundraising colleagues, the Head of Fundraising and Communications, Director of Fundraising and External Affairs and the Chief Executive and Trustees. They will spend 40% of their time building community-based relationships with the aim of raising awareness to drive referrals to the centre, working closely with the Head of Centre Birmingham and the Centre Manager in Birmingham to do so. It is recognised that this will vary week to week depending on the current needs of the organisations.
This opportunity is ideal for an ambitious individual eager to grow their skills and career while helping to secure the funding and relationships needed to achieve the charity’s long-term goals.
Direct Fundraising Work 50%

Develop and grow a network of local donors (including HNWI, corporates, community fundraisers as well as Trusts and Foundations), volunteer supporters and influencers across the West Midlands with a view to increasing the fundraising reach of the organisation.
Steward existing donors volunteers and prospects to secure long-term multi-year support.
Support community engagement and attend fundraising events to help achieve the organisation’s fundraising ambitions.
Identify regional funding opportunities and support with the preparation and submission of grant applications and funding proposals.
Collaborate closely with internal teams across fundraising, communications, events, and clinical teams to maximise opportunities.

Direct Outreach Work 40%

Support Heads of Centre to identify and engage with a range of partner organisations across Birmingham and the West Midlands, helping to raise awareness of the charity’s work.
Build and maintain positive relationships with local statutory, voluntary, and community sector organisations, acting as a professional and approachable representative of the charity.
Assist with partnership activity, including attending meetings, forums, and events, to share information about services and strengthen local connections.
Help to coordinate partnership communications and ensure relevant information about the charity’s work is shared clearly and consistently with external partners.
Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation to support joined-up approaches to partnership and engagement activity.
Identify and feedback opportunities for partnership working that could support fundraising, community engagement, and service awareness.

Administration 10%

Ensure all fundraising activities are delivered to a high standard ensuring compliance with fundraising regulations and best practice guidelines.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records on the CRM database.
Work collaboratively with both clinical and non-fundraising colleagues within the Birmingham centre and across the organisation, building their confidence and capability in fundraising activities.
Ensure all fundraising activities are delivered to a high standard, meeting regulatory and ethical requirements.

Working in the Wider Charity

Represent James’ Place with professionalism, respect, and confidence at all times.
Participate in review and evaluation processes to support the ongoing development, effectiveness, and sustainability of James’ Place as a respected charity.
Undertake any additional duties as required to support the successful delivery of the organisation’s business plan.

Values

Demonstrate commitment to the James’ Place values of Focus, Bravery, Respect, Compassion, Professionalism, Collaboration and Hope through all aspects of work

PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential

Proven experience of fundraising in the charity sector, with a track record of achieving results in at least two of the following income streams: Community fundraising, Corporate partnerships, events, major gift fundraising from High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNWIs) and Trusts and Foundations.
Strong understanding of donor motivations and what drives charitable giving across different audiences.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive messages and build rapport.
Confidence and professionalism in engaging and maintaining relationships with stakeholders and partners.
Excellent time management skills
Practical, resilient, and flexible, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
Innovative thinker, open to exploring new ideas and approaches to fundraising.
Collaborative and solution-focused, able to work constructively with others to overcome challenges.
A team player, willing to support colleagues and take on additional responsibilities when required.
Capable of working on difficult and sensitive issues, demonstrating kindness, integrity, and emotional resilience, and seeking or offering help when needed.

Desirable

Experience using CRM databases (e.g. Salesforce)
Understanding of, and interest in, mental health and suicide prevention.

WE OFFER

A 7% employer contributory pension scheme.
Family friendly policies.
Death in service insurance scheme.
25 days plus bank holidays leave entitlement (FTE), including enhanced holiday allowance with incremental rises after qualifying period.

HOW TO APPLY
To apply, please use the online application system to submit your CV detailing your experience, roles and responsibilities, and answer the screening questions.
If you have any queries or experience challenges with the application process, please email [email protected]

Closing date: 9am on Monday 22nd June 2026
Interviews are expected to be held online on 7th July 2026

Here at James' Place, we want you to feel comfortable in sharing your authentic selves and personal experiences, so we ask that you do not submit an application that has been formulated by AI. You may wish to use AI to support with structural aspects such as grammar and formatting, however your application must reflect your own genuine experiences, critical thinking and creativity.
James’ Place is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community. Our aim is that no job applicant, temporary worker or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender and transgender status, race and ethnicity, religion and belief (including no belief), marriage or civil partnership status or sexual orientation.
If you have a disability or health conditions which means you'd benefit from any adjustments to the interview process to help you perform at your best, please do let us know in advance.
Any job offers made are subject to the receipt of two relevant satisfactory employment references. We expect this to include one from your most recent or current employer. Any job offers made are also subject to a satisfactory DBS check and a Right to Work in the UK check.

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Posted on: 09 June 2026

Closing date: 22 June 2026 at 23:59

Job ref: 229053

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Immediate Support Coordinator - West Wales

2wish

Wales, United Kingdom (Hybrid)

£27,427 per annum (pro-rata for part time hours)

Part-time

Permanent

Youth and Children

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Job title: Immediate Support Coordinator - West Wales

Reports to: Immediate Support and Debrief Manager

Salary:

Salary of £27,427 per annum, pro-rata for part time hours
Actual salary for 30 hours is £21,941

Location: Remote work with travel in the region

Hours: Part-Time, 30 hours per week, over 4 days, Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Flexible on whether remaining day is a Tuesday or Thursday.

Post No: 2WISCPT1

Objective:

2wish exists to provide support to anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under.

Aims:

Ensure every Emergency Department and Critical Care unit has a suitable bereavement suite
Ensure that bereavement boxes are available at each of these hospitals
Ensure that immediate bereavement support is available for all affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
Provide a professional counselling service and complementary therapies for those affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
Provide support to individuals who witness the sudden death of a child or young person
Provide support and training to professionals from any sector who may be affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
To advocate and campaign on behalf of suddenly bereaved families

Our values and commitment:

Our work is rooted in values. They are the foundation of who we are as a team, how we operate as a service, and how we support those who place their trust in us during incredibly difficult times. Our values are not aspirational, they are lived, embedded, and non‑negotiable.

We are guided by Compassion in everything we do, ensuring that people feel heard, respected and cared for with empathy and kindness. We are Bold in our thinking and our actions, speaking up when it matters and striving to make meaningful change rather than settling for what is easy. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of Excellence, always seeking to learn, improve and deliver the very best support possible. And we believe deeply in Community, working together, supporting one another, and recognising that we are stronger when we act with unity, trust and shared purpose.

Because our values are so central to our culture and our service, we are clear and upfront: we will only recruit people who genuinely reflect and believe in them. Skills and experience are important, but values are essential. We are looking for people whose behaviours consistently demonstrate compassion, boldness, excellence and community, both within the team and in how they engage with those we serve.

If our values resonate with you, and you are committed to bringing them to life every day, then we would welcome your application and the opportunity to get to know you.

2wish Cymru & 2wish:

2wish has been established since 2012 and has grown from strength to strength. During tis time, we have worked tirelessly to embed our service and ensure that the offer of support is made at the point of death. We offer an immediate, consistent, high-quality and compassionate service to all individuals affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under in Wales and the bordering counties in England, including; Cheshire, Shropshire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Gloucestershire, Avon and Somerset, with the plan to continue to roll out support to the whole of England. We work in partnership with professionals who refer int the charity on behalf of families, so they don’t have to trawl through the internet for an organisation who may, or may not, be able to support. We provide immediate, and ongoing, support and are here for as long as our families need us.

Context of role:

2wish support anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under. We are an All-Wales and part England charity providing immediate casework support, as well as ongoing aftercare services including counselling, alternative therapies, play therapy, support groups, support events and a respite cottage.

The post holder will provide immediate and ongoing emotional and practical support to families affected by the sudden and unexpected death of their child or young adult.

Main duties:

Service:

To initiate immediate support for a caseload of families whose children and young people aged 0-25 have died suddenly and unexpectedly across the region
To contact all families within 24-48 hours of the referrals by telephone
Complete an initial assessment of families' needs to identify and plan the support as required in line with safeguarding and risk reduction
Offer emotional support and advice to a case load of families through home visits and ongoing weekly telephone calls
To liaise with the Counselling Support and Outreach Coordinator, who is responsible for organising formal support such as counselling, complementary therapy or play therapy, subject to consent from the bereaved individual
To work with hospital staff, GP’s, police officers, coroner offices, mental health teams and other healthcare professionals to raise awareness of and promote referrals into the charity
To liaise with other professionals working alongside the family to provide a holistic and multi-agency approach to support
Attend relevant forums within the area
To deliver awareness training in hospitals and other healthcare settings, schools and workplaces on the use of the bereavement boxes, referring into the charity and bereavement awareness
To monitor the use of the memory boxes and ensure families have been offered a memory box
To work with hospital trusts to establish and maintain the upkeep of suitable bereavement suites for bereaved individuals to use as required
Facilitate debriefs within professional settings following a traumatic or sudden death of a child or young person
To submit monthly/quarterly/annual reports to Bereavement Services Manager as required
To signpost and/or refer to other agencies as required that can provide support as needed
Cover members of the support team for annual leave and/or sickness

General:

To be responsible for organising own work agenda, time management and administration
To show respect and sensitivity for the cultural and religious beliefs of families
To undertake learning opportunities and seek them out for the team
To adhere to all company policies and procedures including Safeguarding, Confidentiality, Health and Safety and Lone Working; and to be proactive in implementing new safe working practices as appropriate
To attend weekend and evening community events in support of the charity as necessary
Participate as and when required in team meetings and one-to-one meetings, and undertake, as appropriate, courses/training/other developmental activities, which is relevant to the role
Contribute on the social media platforms maintained by 2wish

It is the nature of the work that tasks and responsibilities are in many circumstances unpredictable and varied. All employees are therefore expected to work in a flexible way and tasks, which are not specifically covered in their job description may have to be undertaken.

You will be subject to performance review, which will incorporate a review of the above duties and performance over the period.

This role is subject to a DBS check.

What we do for you:

Contract type: Permanent

Annual leave: 28 days plus bank holidays. Annual leave steadily increases after five years of service. Annual leave and statutory holidays are calculated on a pro rata basis where applicable.

Pension: 2wish operate a contributory pension scheme. 2wish will auto-enrol you into the scheme in accordance with it's auto-enrolment obligations. Full details of the scheme will be provided to you once you are enrolled, including the minimum level of contributions that you will be required to make during your membership (current contributions - employer 3% and employee 5%).

Mileage: A fixed rate allowance is payable for agreed mileage undertaken on 2wish business in a private vehicle, over and above your usual journey to your workplace/s.

Additional benefits for our employees:

An 'Employee Assistance Programme, ' including wellbeing support
Free parking on 2wish premises
Free branded 2wish clothing
An extra annual leave day on your birthday
Incremental increase in holiday entitlement based on length of service
Paid sick leave
Discounts for personal purchases on 2wish Merchandise
Discounted tickets to UK 2wish events for staff and family
Extra holiday entitlement when taking part in 2wish overseas events
Company mobile phone for performance of duties
Tools/equipment required for the performance of duties
Reimbursement of work expenses
Bright Exchange employee discounts
Auto-enrolment into company contributory pension scheme after 3 months service

How to apply:

Please return a CV and covering letter, or a CV and two-minute video, by email.

Closing date: Friday 26th June 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Only those applicants that have been shortlisted will be contacted for an interview.

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