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Job Advert: Philanthropy Manager

Contract: Full time, 12 month Fixed Term Contract

Salary: £40,517.92 - 47,377.25

Closing Date: 18th August 2026

Interviews will be held w/c: 1st September 2026

Centrepoint, the UK's leading youth homelessness charity, is looking for a Philanthropy Manager based in London to join our Fundraising Team.

About us

Centrepoint is the UK's leading youth homelessness charity. We help vulnerable young people by giving them the practical and emotional support they need to find a job and live independently. We provide homeless young people with accommodation, mental health support and life skills in order to get them back into education, training and employment. We want to end youth homelessness by 2037.

Together with our partners, we support over 16,000 young people each year.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Centrepoint's ambitious and growing Philanthropy team at a pivotal time. Over recent years, our high value fundraising programme has delivered significant income growth, and we are now looking for an experienced fundraiser to help drive the next stage of our development.

As Philanthropy Manager, your primary focus will be on acquiring new major donors and building a strong pipeline of high-net-worth individuals capable of making transformational gifts. You'll identify, research and engage prospective supporters, developing meaningful relationships and compelling opportunities that inspire five and six-figure donations.

Working closely with the Senior Philanthropy Manager, you will help grow Centrepoint's major donor programme by securing new philanthropic income and developing long-term partnerships with supporters who share our ambition to end youth homelessness.

This is a highly externally-facing role, ideal for someone who enjoys networking, building relationships, making funding asks and creating opportunities that lead to major gifts. If you're motivated by securing new donors and generating impactful income, we'd love to hear from you.

What you will be doing

• Identify, research and engage high-net-worth individuals to build a strong pipeline of prospective major donors
• Develop and implement cultivation strategies that convert prospects into long-term philanthropic supporters
• Secure five and six-figure gifts from new and existing donors to achieve ambitious income targets
• Build and manage a portfolio of major donor prospects and supporters
• Develop compelling cases for support, tailored funding proposals and donor presentations
• Represent Centrepoint at networking events, cultivation events and donor meetings
• Work closely with service delivery colleagues to identify funding opportunities and communicate the impact of Centrepoint's work
• Collaborate with colleagues across Individual Giving, Trusts & Statutory, Corporate Partnerships and Events to identify and transition major donor prospects
• Maintain accurate prospect and donor records on Raiser's Edge and use data to inform fundraising activity
• Support the Senior Philanthropy Manager with pipeline management, forecasting, reporting and team planning
• Live Centrepoint's values, demonstrating Energy, Accountability, Focus, Integrity, Humility and Entrepreneurship

This role is offered on a hybrid basis, combining home working with a requirement to be in our London office (Aldgate East) for 5 days per fortnight.

What we're looking for

We are looking for a relationship-focused fundraiser with a strong track record of securing major gifts and generating new business.

You will have:

• Experience securing five-figure gifts, ideally from high-net-worth individuals
• Experience developing major donor pipelines and generating new business opportunities
• Knowledge and experience of the major donor fundraising cycle, from identification through to solicitation and stewardship
• Excellent relationship-building, networking and influencing skills
• Confidence in conducting face-to-face donor meetings and making funding asks
• Strong written communication skills, including experience producing high-quality funding proposals
• Excellent presentation and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Knowledge of fundraising compliance and best practice
• A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, and to Centrepoint's mission to end youth homelessness

Why join Centrepoint?

In return for your efforts, you'll receive a competitive salary, excellent training and development, and a host of staff benefits including:

• 25 days of annual leave per year, rising by one day per year to a maximum of 27 days
• Healthcare cash plan (covering a wide range of medical treatments including dental, optical and complementary therapies)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Income Protection
• Employer pension contributions of 5%
• Access to Cycle to Work loan scheme
• An interest-free travel loan

At Centrepoint we challenge the discrimination within society that contributes to youth homelessness, and we are just as committed to fairness and equality within Centrepoint itself. We are passionate about ensuring all of our colleagues are made to feel included in the work we do and that we value the rich diversity within the organisation.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, belief in any religion and none, gender identity, ethnic origin, class, sexuality, nationality, appearance, unrelated criminal activities, disability, responsibility for dependents, part-time or shift working status, HIV status, lived experience of homelessness or using young people's services, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Centrepoint's policy is to recruit, employ and promote people based on their suitability for the work to be performed, ensuring all applicants, employees and volunteers receive equal treatment.

Don't miss this opportunity to help secure transformational funding that will change the lives of young people experiencing homelessness. Click 'Apply' now!

Outside In are seeking an experienced fundraiser to play a key role in our next phase of growth and development. 

Working closely with the CEO and Board, the Fundraising & Development Manager will play a key part in ensuring the organisation’s long-term financial sustainability. The Fundraising and Development Manager will lead the refinement and delivery of our fundraising strategy, driving forward diverse income streams, including trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, digital fundraising, individual donors and patrons. You’ll also play a central role in shaping supporter journeys and strengthening relationships with funders, partners, and stakeholders. 

We’re looking for someone with a strong track record of delivering successful fundraising activities, with excellent communication and copywriting skills, and experience of managing projects remotely. You’ll be confident using insight and data to guide decision-making and maximise impact.

In return, you’ll join a supportive, value-led organisation where your ideas and contributions will be valued. We offer flexible, hybrid working, generous annual leave and a chance to make a profound difference to underserved artists across the UK. 

PIN is an international non-governmental organisation providing humanitarian assistance, supporting human rights, and driving sustainable development in more than 30 countries worldwide.  

In the UK, we are planning to launch the One World Film Festival as well as our flagship education programme, One World in Schools. Through this programme, young people develop greater awareness of global issues, build empathy and understanding of different lived experiences, and strengthen their ability to question information, bias, and narratives.Through innovative educational resources, school partnerships, and film-based learning, One World connects students with real-world challenges and solutions from around the globe. 

About the Role 

We are seeking an ambitious, entrepreneurial and relationship-focused Partnerships & Engagement Manager to lead the development of new income streams from philanthropists and the wider public. 

This is an exciting opportunity to build and grow a fundraising portfolio that will support One World in Schools in the UK, while also generating funding for PIN’s broader humanitarian and development programmes internationally. 

The successful candidate will cultivate and steward major donors, develop compelling fundraising propositions, and identify innovative ways to engage supporters with the impact of our work. They will also play a leading role in establishing and delivering the organisation’s One World engagement strategy, leveraging film screenings, festivals, partnerships, and events to strengthen stakeholder engagement and create new fundraising opportunities. 

We welcome applications from candidates both within and outside the charity sector. If you have experience in sales, business development, marketing, client relationship management, partnerships, or other commercial roles and believe you have transferable skills relevant to fundraising and stakeholder engagement, we encourage you to apply. We are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate a track record of building relationships, influencing decision-makers, and generating income or support for a cause, product, or service. 

Key Responsibilities 

Fundraising Strategy & Income Generation 

• Develop and implement a fundraising strategy focused on securing support from philanthropists, trusts, and members of the public. 

• Build and manage a pipeline of prospective major donors and philanthropic partners. 

• Create meaningful supporter journeys that deepen engagement and encourage long-term giving. 

• Develop compelling cases for support and fundraising materials that communicate the impact of One World in Schools and PIN’s global programmes. 

• Work closely with programme colleagues to translate programme outcomes into engaging donor propositions. 

Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships 

• Build and maintain relationships with influential stakeholders, ambassadors, supporters, and partners who can advance fundraising objectives. 

• Represent PIN at networking events, donor meetings, conferences, and public engagements. 

• Develop opportunities for strategic partnerships with organisations, institutions, and individuals aligned with One World’s mission. 

One World Engagement Strategy 

• Lead the development and implementation of the fundraising stakeholder engagement strategy for One World engagement strategy in the UK. 

• Identify opportunities to use documentary film and storytelling as tools for audience engagement, awareness raising, donor cultivation, and fundraising. 

• Support OWIS UK Coordinator to build relationships with filmmakers, cultural institutions, schools, venues, and festival partners. 

• Plan and deliver film screenings, events, and related engagement activities that support fundraising and stakeholder development goals. 

Communications & Collaboration 

• Work closely with staff from PIN UK staff as well as PIN’s international offices to develop engaging fundraising campaigns and donor communications. 

• Build partnerships with marketing and media channels. 

• Monitor fundraising performance, analyse results, and identify opportunities for improvement. 

• Maintain accurate donor records and ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and GDPR requirements. 

Person Specification 

Essential 

• Excellent communication, presentation, and networking skills. 

• Demonstrated success in cultivating and managing stakeholder relationships. 

• Ability to develop compelling fundraising or sales propositions and cases for support. 

• Experience managing multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic environment. 

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. 

• Commitment to humanitarian, development, education, and social justice values. 

Desirable 

• Experience working with philanthropic and corporate networks in the UK. 

• Experience of fundraising for international development, humanitarian, education, or cultural organisations. 

• Understanding of fundraising principles and good practice in the UK. 

• Experience using storytelling, events, cultural engagement, or creative content to build relationships with supporters and drive fundraising outcomes. 

• Knowledge of documentary film, film festivals, cultural engagement, or arts-based fundraising. 

• Familiarity with CRM systems and fundraising data management. 

• Based in London. 

What We Offer 

• The opportunity to help shape and grow an innovative fundraising function with significant potential for impact. 

• A chance to support transformative educational programmes in the UK and life-changing humanitarian and development work globally. 

• A collaborative and mission-driven international organisation. 

• Professional development opportunities and engagement with global programmes and partners. 

• Work from home and flexible working hours. 

ABOUT CFAB

CFAB is the UK's only charity with a dedicated international children's social work team and the UK's sole member of the International Social Service (ISS) network. We identify, protect and support children and families separated by international borders as a result of conflict, trafficking, migration, family breakdown and asylum-related issues.

Working with partners in more than 130 countries, we are experts in international social work, cross-border child protection, international care proceedings and overseas family placements, helping children remain connected to their families, identities and cultures wherever possible.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking an ambitious and experienced fundraiser to join CFAB at an exciting stage of our development. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of a small charity with a global reach, securing sustainable income that enables children and families across borders to remain connected, protected and supported.

Fundraising is central to CFAB's long-term sustainability, generating almost 60% of the charity's £1million annual income. As we deliver our new organisational strategy and strengthen our External Affairs function, you will play a key role in growing and diversifying income to support our future ambitions.

Trusts and foundations will be at the heart of your role, building on our strong portfolio of funders while developing opportunities across corporate partnerships, supporter stewardship, challenge events and other emerging income streams. Working closely with the Deputy CEO, you will lead the day-to-day delivery of our fundraising strategy, develop new opportunities and help strengthen CFAB's fundraising capability.

As our senior operational fundraising lead, you'll have significant autonomy and the opportunity to influence organisational strategy while working as part of a collaborative team spanning fundraising, policy, communications and digital engagement. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful contribution to a growing organisation with an international impact.

You will also have the opportunity to recruit and line manage a Fundraising Coordinator from January 2027, helping to shape the next phase of CFAB's fundraising function.

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, and you have the

skills, experience and passion to succeed in this role,

we'd love to hear from you.

JOB SPECIFICATION

Key responsibilities:

1. Strategy Delivery and Management

Working closely with the Deputy CEO, you will lead the delivery of CFAB's fundraising strategy, translating strategic priorities into operational plans that support sustainable income growth.

You will contribute to fundraising strategy, budgeting and income forecasting, monitor performance against agreed targets and ensure fundraising activity is effectively managed through Salesforce. You will identify opportunities to improve fundraising processes, strengthen fundraising performance and support the development and implementation of new income streams and fundraising initiatives.

2. Trusts, Foundations and Corporate Partnerships

You will lead CFAB's trust and foundation fundraising programme, developing and managing a portfolio of funders, partners and supporters to maximise long-term income. You will prepare and oversee high-quality funding applications, reports and pitches, ensuring all funder requirements and deadlines are met.

You will also develop and manage corporate fundraising opportunities, identifying prospective partners, preparing partnership proposals and supporting the growth of corporate income as a strategic priority. Working alongside the Deputy CEO, you will help shape the organisation’s corporate offer and operate a shared account management model for strategic funders and high-value funding opportunities.

3. Relationship Management and Income Growth

Working with the Deputy CEO, you will lead the development and delivery of CFAB's stewardship strategy, strengthening relationships with existing supporters and creating meaningful supporter journeys for new donors. You will oversee donor communications, the supporter newsletter, and recognition processes, ensuring supporters understand the impact of their giving and remain engaged with CFAB.

You will also grow CFAB's challenge events programme, increasing participation, enhancing the supporter experience and developing challenge events as a sustainable source of unrestricted income.

Working collaboratively with the Deputy CEO, Digital Engagement and Outreach Lead, and Policy and Communications Officer, you will develop and deliver digital fundraising campaigns, including Big Give match funding campaigns, and a programme of fundraising events to grow and engage CFAB's supporter base.

4. Team Leadership and Fundraising Operations

You will line manage the Fundraising Coordinator, providing day-to-day leadership, coaching and support to ensure the effective delivery of fundraising operations.

You will oversee prospect research, fundraising administration, supporter stewardship, challenge events, Salesforce management and fundraising reporting, ensuring high standards of performance, accurate data management and effective collaboration across the fundraising function.

5. Governance and Representation

You will help prepare fundraising reports, pipeline updates, income forecasts and performance information for the Senior Management Team and Board of Trustees.

You will ensure fundraising activity complies with relevant legislation, the Code of Fundraising Practice, GDPR, Gift Aid requirements and organisational policies, maintaining the highest standards of fundraising governance and supporter care.

You will represent CFAB externally with funders, corporate partners, supporters and sector networks, acting as an ambassador for the organisation and helping to strengthen its profile, reputation and long-term strategic relationships.

6. Additional Responsibilities

As a member of the wider management team, you will contribute to organisational planning, continuous improvement and cross-organisational projects. You will identify opportunities to strengthen fundraising systems, develop new ways of working and support the long-term sustainability of the organisation. You will also be expected to attend occasional evening and weekend events, meetings and networking opportunities, and to carry out your responsibilities in line with CFAB's policies and relevant legislation.

Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience

These criteria describe the core skills, knowledge and experience required to succeed in the role. Please ensure your cover letter demonstrates how you meet each of the essential criteria, providing examples where possible.

1. A successful track record of securing income through trusts and foundations within the charity sector, with experience of developing high-quality funding applications, reports and funding proposals.

2. A genuine passion for building long-term relationships with supporters, funders and partners, together with experience of identifying and developing new fundraising opportunities.

3. Experience of developing fundraising pipelines, supporter journeys and stewardship plans that strengthen relationships and maximise long-term income.

4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce compelling fundraising materials and build effective relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

5. Experience of using CRM systems (preferably Salesforce) and fundraising data to manage relationships, monitor performance and inform fundraising decision-making.

6. Excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, work independently and contribute strategically to the continued growth and diversification of fundraising income.

Desirable Skills, Knowledge and Experience

The criteria below are not essential but will help us identify candidates with additional relevant experience. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every desirable criterion.

1. Experience of fundraising within a children's, family support, social care or international charity.

2. Experience of corporate fundraising, challenge events, supporter stewardship or digital fundraising campaigns.

3. Experience of line management or supporting the skills and development of colleagues, volunteers or interns.

Are you an experienced fundraising or prospect researcher looking for your next career opportunity? Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity (GOSH) is seeking a Senior Fundraising Researcher to deliver strategically aligned research that identifies new high-value prospects and senior volunteer opportunities in support of our ambitious fundraising appeals.

This position is a fixed term contract for 12 months.

Salary
The salary for this position is £42,455 pro rata and we operate a hybrid working policy of a minimum of 2 days per week in the office.

In line with our EDI strategy and Total Reward policy, we calculate our salaries based on benchmarking data across the charity sector. To ensure fairness for existing staff and new joiners, we do not offer salaries above the advertised rate. 

Key Responsibilities

• Producing high-quality research profiles, insights and tailored briefings for our Philanthropy, Corporate Partnerships and Special Events fundraising teams.
• Leading and delivering robust due diligence casework on high-value supporters and senior volunteers, communicating findings clearly and professionally to inform decision-making around risk, reputation and compliance.
• Conducting market insight, sector analysis and horizon scanning to help shape strategy for high-value and global fundraising activity.
• Ensuring high standards of data management, governance and regulatory compliance, and supporting fundraising colleagues to maintain best practice in data handling and prospect management.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

We’re looking for a dynamic and strategic research professional with:

• Exceptional analytical, critical thinking and research skills.
• Significant experience in a prospect or fundraising research role within the not-for-profit sector or in a directly comparable environment with highly transferable skills (e.g. corporate intelligence, financial services, consultancy, journalism or risk analysis).
• Demonstrable experience delivering structured due diligence casework, ideally within a complex or international context.
• Experience operating in, or supporting, fundraising or stakeholder engagement within a global environment, including researching international individuals, corporates and philanthropic markets.
• Proficiency with a wide range of research, risk, compliance and business intelligence tools.
• The ability to build strong internal relationships and work collaboratively with senior stakeholders.

Please refer to the full role profile for more information.

DBS - a basic DBS check is required for this role.

Help Shape the Future of Rivers in the North East 

Tyne Rivers Trust is seeking an ambitious and inspiring Head of Philanthropy & Partnerships to lead the growth of our fundraising, strategic partnerships and philanthropic income at an exciting moment in our development.

As a thriving environmental charity, we work to protect and improve rivers for wildlife, communities and future generations. Following our expansion in 2025 to include the Northumberland river catchments, we are entering a new phase of growth and impact across the North East.

This is a rare opportunity to join our Senior Leadership Team and play a pivotal role in securing the funding, partnerships and support that will enable us to deliver lasting environmental change.

About the Role 

Working closely with the CEO, Chief Scientist & Technical Director and wider leadership team, you will lead the development and delivery of Tyne Rivers Trust's philanthropy, fundraising and partnership strategy. You will cultivate and steward high-value relationships with major donors, trusts and foundations, corporate partners, statutory bodies and other key stakeholders, helping secure sustainable income and long-term investment in our work.

You will also lead and grow our partnerships across the Tyne and Northumberland catchments, ensuring we build strong collaborations that maximise environmental and community impact. As the Trust continues to expand, you will help position TRT as a leading environmental charity and trusted delivery partner across the region.

Key Responsibilities 

Lead Strategic Partnerships 

• Develop and strengthen relationships with businesses, funders, public bodies, charities and community organisations. 

• Lead the strategic development of catchment partnerships across the Tyne and Northumberland. 

• Identify and develop new partnership opportunities that support our mission and growth. 

Drive Fundraising and Philanthropy 

• Develop and deliver our fundraising strategy and income diversification plans. 

• Build a strong pipeline of major donors, trusts, foundations and corporate supporters. 

• Secure significant funding to support TRT's long-term sustainability and growth. 

• Develop compelling cases for support and partnership investment opportunities. 

• Create and deliver innovative fundraising initiatives and campaigns.

Champion Impact and Influence 

• Lead partnership communications and impact reporting. 

• Develop compelling stories that demonstrate the value and impact of TRT's work. 

• Support profile-raising activity and strengthen the Trust's reputation across the North East. 

• Ensure partnership activity aligns with organisational priorities and strategic objectives.

Lead and Inspire 

• Provide leadership to a growing philanthropy and partnerships team. 

• Contribute as a member of the Senior Leadership Team. 

• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement across the organisation.

About You 

We are looking for an experienced fundraising and partnership professional with a proven track record of building successful relationships and securing significant income. 

You will bring: 

• Experience developing and managing high-value partnerships and stakeholder networks. 

• Significant experience designing and delivering fundraising strategies. 

• A strong track record of securing six-figure funding from a range of income streams. 

• Experience working with trusts, foundations, major donors and corporate partners. 

• Experience leading and developing teams. 

• Outstanding communication, influencing and relationship-building skills. 

• The ability to identify new opportunities and turn ideas into investment and impact.

Why Join Tyne Rivers Trust? 

This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference to some of the UK's most important river catchments while helping a successful and ambitious charity achieve its next stage of growth.

We offer: 

• Flexible and hybrid working. 

• A supportive and dedicated team. 

• Opportunities for professional development. 

• A senior leadership role with significant influence and autonomy. 

• The chance to improve rivers, nature and communities across the North East.

This role is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we are strengthening our team and increasing our capacity to protect and restore rivers across the region.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Director of Operations & Organisational Effectiveness is responsible for leadingUbele's operational infrastructure and ensuring the organisation has the systems,processes, people, governance and resources required to operate effectively andsustainably.

As a member of the management board, the postholder will work closely with thecurrent CEO and colleagues across the organisation to strengthen organisationaleffectiveness, improve operational performance and create the conditions forsuccessful programme delivery and long-term organisational resilience.

The role will provide leadership across operations, governance, finance oversight,people management, compliance, organisational planning and businessimprovement, ensuring that Ubele's operational foundations support its mission,values and ambitions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational leadership and organisational effectiveness

Lead the development and continuous improvement of organisational systems,processes and operational practices.

Drive organisational effectiveness through improved planning, coordination,accountability and performance management.

Ensure effective operational planning and resource allocation across theorganisation.

Establish and embed clear operational frameworks, policies and procedures

Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen delivery and enhanceorganisational performance.

Lead organisational improvement initiatives and support the implementation ofchange programmes where required.

Promote a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability.

People, culture and performance        

Provide leadership for organisational people practices, ensuring effectiveworkforce planning, employee engagement and performance management.

Support managers to develop high-performing and inclusive teams.

Ensure HR policies, procedures and employment practices are effectivelyimplemented.

Lead organisational approaches to performance management, learning andprofessional development.

Contribute to the development of a positive organisational culture that reflectsUbele's values and commitment to equity and inclusion.

Support organisational wellbeing and employee engagement initiatives.

Finance, risk and governance

Work closely with the Finance Lead and CEO to ensure robust financialmanagement, planning and reporting arrangements are in place.

Support the development and monitoring of organisational budgets and financialcontrols.

Ensure effective governance processes are maintained and support high-qualityreporting to the Board.

Lead the development and maintenance of organisational risk managementframeworks.

Oversee organisational compliance with legal, regulatory and statutoryrequirements.

Ensure organisational policies are regularly reviewed, updated and implemented.

Coordinate internal and external audits and compliance reviews.

Programme operations and organisational delivery              

Support effective organisational planning and delivery across programmes,projects and services.

Develop systems and processes that enable effective programme management,monitoring and reporting.

Ensure organisational resources are aligned to operational priorities and deliveryrequirements.                  

Oversee organisational performance reporting and management informationsystems.

Support cross-organisational collaboration and effective communication betweenteams.

Ensure grant, contract and reporting obligations are effectively monitored andfulfilled.

Assets, infrastructure and compliance

Provide operational oversight of Ubele's facilities, assets and organisationalinfrastructure, including supporting Wolves Lane leadership and other operationalresources.

Ensure effective management of suppliers, contractors and operational serviceproviders.

Oversee health and safety, safeguarding, data protection and organisationalcompliance arrangements.

Ensure business continuity and organisational resilience plans are maintained andregularly reviewed.

Maintain appropriate systems and controls to support safe, compliant andeffective operations.

External relationships and organisational representation

Develop effective relationships with operational partners, suppliers, funders andstakeholders as required.

Contribute operational insight and expertise to partnership discussions andorganisational initiatives.

Represent Ubele on operational, governance and organisational matters whereappropriate.

Support the CEO and management board through the provision of high-qualityoperational information, analysis and recommendations.

Person Specification

Skills      

Operational leadership skills, with the ability to drive organisational effectivenessand continuous improvement.

Planning, prioritisation and organisational skills.

People management and leadership skills, including the ability to develop andsupport teams.

Ability to analyse information and use data to support decision-making andperformance improvement.

Financial and commercial awareness.

Communication, influencing and relationship management skills.

Ability to build productive working relationships with colleagues, Board members,partners, funders and external stakeholders.

Problem-solving skills and the ability to identify practical solutions toorganisational challenges.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work within a dynamic and evolvingenvironment.

Report writing, presentation and analytical skills.

Experience

Experience in a senior operational leadership role within a charity, socialenterprise, CIC, public sector or similarly complex organisation.

Experience leading organisational operations, systems, processes and businessimprovement initiatives.

Experience managing organisational change and embedding new ways ofworking.

Experience leading and developing multidisciplinary teams.

Experience overseeing organisational budgets, financial controls and resourceplanning.

Experience supporting governance arrangements and working with Boards andSenior Leadership Teams.

Experience developing and implementing organisational policies, procedures andoperational frameworks.

Experience overseeing risk management, compliance and organisationalassurance processes.

Experience managing contracts, suppliers and operational resources.

Experience supporting the delivery of programmes, projects and services within acomplex organisational environment.

Knowledge

Knowledge of governance, compliance and risk management frameworks.

Knowledge of financial management principles, budgeting and performancereporting.

Knowledge of employment legislation and people management practices.

Knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety, data protection and organisationalcompliance requirements.

Knowledge of organisational development and continuous improvementapproaches.

Understanding of the operational challenges and opportunities facing charities,CICs and social enterprises.

Understanding of equity, inclusion and community-centred approaches toorganisational leadership.

Understanding of the social, economic and structural issues affecting AfricanDiaspora communities and community-led organisations.

Knowledge of grant-funded and contract-funded operating environments.

This role involves responsibility for socially impactful and occasionally emotionallydemanding work. A commitment to wellbeing, reflective leadership, and resilience isessential.

A DBS check may be required depending on Ubele’s programmes.

This job description may evolve as Ubele continues its organisational development.

Are you an ambitious Fundraising Manager ready to make a real difference? Lead our fundraising strategy, build high-value partnerships, and help shape the future of YMCA Fairthorne Group.

The role of the Partnerships Manager is to take a leadership role within the fundraising team, ensuring that corporate fundraising returns materially contribute to the overall fundraising target for the organisation. The Partnerships Manager will:

• Lead on corporate fundraising, ensuring an operational delivery plan is in place that meets expected income targets for corporate fundraising.
• Support the improving of fundraising culture across the charity, promoting positive attitudes to fundraising.
• Partnering with operational managers to ensure that fundraised income is governed and managed appropriately.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a pipeline of prospective corporate contacts that correspond with the charity’s areas of impact, supporting senior colleagues in identifying suitable opportunities. Ensure the fundraising pipeline is aligned to fundraising priorities.
• Establish new relationships with potential corporate partners and help foster these relationships to encourage fundraised income through corporate donations, partnerships, and Charity of the Year initiatives.
• Deliver against annual corporate fundraising targets, driving consistent growth through strategic relationship management and impactful corporate engagement activities. Generate significant income from corporate partnerships, ensuring targets are achieved in the most effective, sustainable, and high-impact way.
• Work collaboratively with the broader Impact Team (Fundraising, Marketing and Communications) to help develop compelling fundraising materials and cases that promote increased corporate involvement and support for YMCA Fairthorne Group activities.
• Ensure appropriate systems and processes are in place to govern and manage fundraised income across all key internal stakeholders.
• Support, where required, the delivery of capital and revenue fundraising campaigns as required through providing specialist knowledge and insight.

Person Specification & Key Competencies

Qualifications and Experience:

• 3+ years relevant experience in corporate fundraising with demonstrable success in positively transforming fundraising performance.
• Experience in delivering innovative operational developments, with demonstrable experience in bringing fundraising strategy to life.
• Strong ability to form and nurture relationships with a range of internal and external key stakeholders.
• Good level of IT proficiency.
• Strong communicator who takes a collaborative approach.
• Ability to effectively lead a small team of individual contributors.
• An understanding of safeguarding principles and procedures, or willingness to learn (training will be provided)
• A dedication to inclusion.

Personal Attributes

• A genuine enthusiasm for the work of the charity.
• An outgoing and friendly personality, able to communicate well and engage positively with a wide range of people.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage a highly varied and unpredictable workload.
• A creative and flexible approach to work, including willingness to travel across all branches regularly, as required.

Successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via Disclosure and Barring Service.

We are an equal opportunities charity with commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion in the workplace. A copy of this policy will be made available on request.

Please apply now for this rewarding position and be part of an amazing charity who continue to support and achieve wonderful things within the community.

Purpose of the Role

The Director of External Affairs and Growth is an SLT role responsible for leveraging the voice and power of the eoa's network to influence and accelerate the growth of the employee owned sector.

The role leads the eoa’s external affairs, policy and insights, marcomms and events, shaping the external environment for employee ownership and securing the funding and commercial income needed to support sustainable sector growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead external affairs strategy, building the relationships and influence needed to shape policy, remove barriers and expand EO.
• Build strategic relationships and secure grant funding and commercial partnerships, generating income to support advocacy, events and sector growth initiatives, including the UK EO Growth Strategy.
• Oversee our policy and insights work, engaging key stakeholders to co-produce content that influences EO practice and policy and strengthens the eoa’s voice in public affairs.
• Oversee the delivery of a mar-comms strategy that delivers commercial objectives and positions the eoa as the leading authority on EO.
• Oversee our events programmes, ensuring they drive knowledge-sharing, sector development
• and commercial sustainability.
• Represent the eoa at industry forums, policy roundtables and public affairs events,
• championing the employee ownership model.
• Collaborate with the Director of Membership and Operations to align advocacy and external
• engagement with member needs and priorities.
• Lead and develop high-performing teams, fostering innovation and delivering measurable impact across income generation, advocacy, policy, events and mar-comms activities

Knowledge, Experience, and Attributes

• Proven expertise in external affairs, advocacy, or policy leadership, ideally within a business, trade body, or membership association.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with experience influencing government, media, and corporate partners.
• Demonstrated ability to drive sectoral or policy change, leading successful advocacy initiatives.
• Strong commercial acumen, with experience in sponsorship acquisition, revenue generation, grant funding and developing financially sustainable initiatives.
• Exceptional strategic communication and storytelling skills, able to engage and mobilise diverse audiences.
• Experience in event programming, ensuring high engagement and sector impact.
• Passion for employee ownership and economic models that promote shared prosperity.
• Innovative, creative, and proactive in problem-solving and strategy execution.
• A confident and transparent leader who fosters collaboration and inclusivity.
• Self-aware with emotional intelligence, resilience, and integrity.

What Constitutes Success in This Role?

Success in this role means having a positive impact on the growth of the employee-owned sector, strengthening the eoa’s influence and increasing the adoption of “great EO”. Stronger stakeholder relationships, greater advocacy impact and improved commercial sustainability through a diverse mix of grant funding, sponsorships and strategic partnerships will also be key indicators of success.

Key outcomes for the role 

• Outcome - Growth of the employee ownership sector
  • Measure - Increased number of EO businesses, heightened sector awareness

• Outcome - Strengthened corporate engagement
  • Measure - Growth in strategic partnerships, corporate and government engagement

• Outcome - Strong Commercial Sustainability
  • Measure - Increased sponsorship revenue, secured long-term commercial partnerships

• Outcome -Increased policy influence
  • Measure - Policy recommendations adopted, increased government engagement

• Outcome - Enhanced sector insight and intelligence
  • Measure - Utilisation of high quality data and insights for regular sector related content outputs

• Outcome - Development and adoption of best practice
  • Measure - Creation, adoption and promotion of best practice across the EO network.

• Outcome - Successful events programmes
  • Measure - Increased participation, sponsorship growth, positive feedback.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit:

• A two-page CV
• And one of either:
  • Cover letter setting out your motivation, approach, and what you will bring to the role
  • Video (maximum 10 minutes) setting out your motivation, approach, and what you will bring to the role

Applications should be submitted before 9:00am 17 August 2026. We will close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. If you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Interviews will be in two stages. The first stage will be a virtual interview via teams on
26 August. For those who successfully move to stage 2 there will be an in-person
discussion w.c. 31 August.

The eoa welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those
who are under-represented. We recruit based on values, skills, and contribution to our
purpose.

As our Digital Fundraising & Campaigns Lead, you’ll manage and oversee the delivery of our digital fundraising and donor acquisition activities, ensuring campaigns are innovative, data-driven and aligned with our mission.

Leading a small, talented team of marketing and campaign professionals, you’ll lead the campaign development function in cross-departmental planning, including events that drive donor acquisition and fundraising.

You’ll help us tell powerful stories, deepen engagement and help grow our community of supporters, shaping end-to-end integrated digital campaigns that build and strengthen relationships and help us bring hope and practical aid to remote communities.

Alongside campaign strategy and execution, you’ll be involved in paid media activity and digital performance, providing strategic oversight, guiding agency relationships and driving continuous improvement.

Additionally, you will:

- Deliver campaigns, events, and digital initiatives
- Act as a trusted adviser to senior leadership on digital strategy
- Lead the planning and delivery of events and volunteer engagement at festivals
- Ensure budgets are well managed, and campaigns are delivered efficiently
- Develop and evaluate digital performance metrics and reporting

About You

To join us as our Digital Fundraising & Campaigns Lead, you will need:

- At least five years’ experience in digital fundraising and marketing in a charity or mission-driven organisation
- A minimum of two years’ management experience leading digital fundraising or marketing teams
- Experience writing, reviewing, and editing copy for a variety of audiences and users
- Experience in project management
- The ability to communicate clearly, assertively, and diplomatically at all levels
- Demonstrable success in developing and delivering multi-channel digital campaigns with measurable impact
- Demonstrable expertise in paid media strategy and optimisation (Google Ads, Meta, programmatic, etc.)
- Strong creative ideation and direction skills
- A data-driven approach with experience using analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, CRM platforms)
- Excellent and proven stakeholder management and influencing skills
- A deep understanding of digital trends, donor behaviour, and fundraising compliance

This is a remote role with a once a month visit to our Folkestone office. 

Role Purpose 

The Chief Executive Officer will provide strategic, operational and values-led leadership for Home-Start Norfolk, ensuring the charity delivers its mission, supports its families effectively and remains financially sustainable. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, the CEO will lead the organisation’s strategy, people, services, partnerships, governance, income generation and volunteer strategy, while acting as an ambassador for the charity and its work. 

Key Responsibilities 

Strategic Leadership 

• Lead the development and delivery of the charity’s strategic plan in partnership with the Board of Trustees. 

• Translate the charity’s vision, mission and values into clear priorities, measurable objectives and effective operational plans. 

• Identify opportunities for growth, innovation, collaboration and improved impact. 

• Ensure services and activities remain responsive to beneficiary needs and changing external circumstances. 

Governance, Compliance and Risk 

• Support the Board of Trustees to fulfil its governance responsibilities through clear reporting, sound advice and timely information. 

• Ensure the charity complies with charity law, company law where applicable, employment law, fundraising regulation, data protection requirements, safeguarding duties and all relevant regulatory obligations. 

• Maintain a robust approach to risk management, internal controls, policies and procedures. 

• Promote transparency, accountability and ethical decision-making across the organisation. 

Financial Leadership and Income Generation 

• Provide overall leadership for financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and long-term sustainability. 

• Work with trustees and senior colleagues to ensure resources are used effectively and in line with charitable objectives. 

• Lead the development of a diverse and resilient income strategy, including grants, trusts and foundations, individual giving, corporate partnerships, contracts and other appropriate income streams. 

• Maintain strong relationships with funders, commissioners, donors and supporters, ensuring excellent stewardship and reporting. 

Service Delivery, Quality and Impact 

• Ensure the charity delivers high-quality, safe and effective services that achieve positive outcomes for families. 

• Embed continuous improvement, evidence-based practice and meaningful beneficiary involvement. 

• Oversee monitoring, evaluation and impact reporting to demonstrate the value and effectiveness of the charity’s work. 

• Champion safeguarding, inclusion, accessibility and dignity in all areas of service delivery. 

• Comply with Home-Start UK’s Quality Audit Policies and Process, to ensure the charity maintains a high standard of quality assurance. 

People, Culture and Organisational Development 

• Lead, support and develop the senior leadership team and staff, creating a positive, inclusive and high-performing culture. 

• Ensure the charity has the right structures, systems, skills and capacity to deliver its strategy. 

• Promote wellbeing, learning, accountability and collaboration across the organisation. 

• Ensure effective HR, performance management and recruitment practices are in place. 

Volunteer Leadership 

• Provide strategic leadership for the development and delivery of the charity’s volunteer strategy, ensuring it supports organisational priorities and beneficiary needs. 

• Oversee effective volunteer recruitment, induction, training, supervision, support, retention and recognition. 

• Ensure volunteers are valued, well-supported, appropriately deployed and able to contribute safely and confidently to the charity’s work. 

• Develop a sustainable volunteer workforce plan, identifying current and future volunteer capacity, skills and support requirements. 

• Promote a positive volunteering culture that reflects the charity’s values and strengthens engagement, inclusion and community connection. 

External Relations, Partnerships and Advocacy 

• Act as the public face and senior ambassador for the charity, representing it with credibility and confidence. 

• Build and maintain strong relationships with beneficiaries, partners, funders, commissioners, local communities, statutory bodies and sector networks. 

• Raise the charity’s profile and influence through effective communications, thought leadership and advocacy. 

• Promote collaboration and partnership working to extend reach, improve outcomes and strengthen sustainability. 

Location: London (with hybrid working available)
Closing date: Thursday 10 September
Interview date: Thursday 24 September in London
Salary: £100,000 pa

Brook is a 4 Day Week employer

About Brook

Brook believes in a society where everyone is supported to live healthy, safe and fulfilling lives. For over sixty years, Brook has been a pioneering force, transforming lives and communities. Brook fights for the right to excellent sexual health, mental health and wellbeing, offering lifelong support that is inclusive, non-judgmental and accessible to all. Our unique offer combines clinical services, relationships and sex education, outreach in community settings, wellbeing programmes and counselling. In 2025/26, we supported 1.45 million people through our frontline services. We delivered 4,053 mental health and wellbeing interventions, supported 111,931 people through our education and wellbeing work and supported 57,071 people through our all-age clinical services.

About the role

We’re looking for a Director of Engagement, Communications & Income to provide strategic leadership across income generation, service development, marketing, communications, policy and external engagement.

The role is key to strengthen organisational sustainability by securing diverse and sustainable income streams.  You will provide strategic leadership for service development and oversee the identification, development and submission of high-value, complex bids and tenders for commissioned services. 

You will oversee communications, marketing and brand activity ensuring communications effectively position the organisation to attract funders, donors, corporate partners and stakeholders.  You will lead the organisation’s external engagement strategy to enhance profile, influence and reach.

About you
You will have significant senior leadership experience and be skilled at collaborative working. Your outstanding leadership, influencing and relationship-building skills will be evidenced through a track record of securing income from diverse sources. You will have extensive experience in in communications, brand development and stakeholder engagement.

Your ability to efficiently manage a complex and busy workload with conflicting priorities will enable you to work well under pressure and deliver to deadlines. You will have an in-depth knowledge of the charitable funding landscape, the public sector commissioning environment and a broad range of communications activities. 

Benefits of working for Brook:

• 4 Day Week (Working 20% hours less without salary decrease)
• Annual leave – 28 days per annum, increasing up to 33 days plus 8 bank holidays 
• Sick pay (from 3 up to 12 weeks fully paid) 
• Flexible working 
• Gratitude scheme 
• Assisted purchase scheme 
• Cycle to Work up to £1k 
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) 
• Long service awards 
• Maternity and paternity pay 
• Pension scheme – Employee pension contributions matched by Brook up to 4% of qualifying earnings
• Training and development opportunities 
• Coaching

Please note - this role requires the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced DBS check. Candidates must be able to provide paperwork demonstrating their right to work in the UK.

Please note: internal applicants with live sanctions will not be considered for this role. 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible. 

Due to the high number of applications for this post, it will not be possible to respond to every application. We will contact you within 4 weeks of the closing date if you have been shortlisted for the role. 

Thank you for your interest in working for Brook.
 

Brook Safeguarding with Purpose

Working with People Safely. Safe Place, Safe People. 

Amputee Network Development Officer – South West

Fixed term 12 months from starting date with potential to extend

Ensure that no amputee need cope alone

The Limbless Association is seeking a proactive, creative and resourceful Development Officer to enable the charity to extend its reach across the south west.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting individuals and their families experiencing amputation, through their rehabilitation, recovery and life beyond limb loss.

The Amputee Network Development Officer will play a pivotal role in the LA realising its outreach aims in the region. This role will build capacity across a range of outreach support activities, working closely with the Regional Development Manager (South), Services Development Lead and Volunteer Coordinator, to realise increased multi- stakeholder engagement, project reach, awareness of the charity and its services as well as working with the team to realise regional financial support of the LA’s work.

We’re looking for someone who:

· Is passionate about building strong outcomes focused relationships with a variety of stakeholders.

· Enjoys turning ideas into meaningful opportunities and actions.

· Can think strategically whilst remaining practical

· Understands the importance of lived experience and co-production

· Has a strong geographical knowledge of the south west of England.

· Wants to make a genuine difference

If you are motivated by improving lives with purpose and compassion, we would love to hear from you.

Lord’s Taverners

The Lord’s Taverners exists to positively impact the lives of young people facing the challenges of inequality. Through inclusive and transformative cricket programmes, we empower young people with disabilities and from disadvantaged communities across the UK and beyond.

We are now seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Partnerships Officer to join our Fundraising and Communications directorate. Sitting within the Corporate, Trusts and Foundations team, you will join a small and ambitious team responsible for raising millions of pounds annually from an expanding portfolio of partners.

The Role

This is an exciting and varied role that will provide fundraising, reporting and administrative support to our Corporate, Trusts and Foundations team. The postholder will be expected to provide exceptional stewardship to existing partners, contribute to prospect identification and support the development and submission of funding submissions that will benefit thousands of young people experiencing disadvantage and disability.

You will play a key role in representing and championing the Lord’s Taverners’ mission and values, ensuring that our fundraising partnerships contribute meaningfully to positive outcomes for young people through inclusive sport.

About You

You will be an organised, proactive and enthusiastic individual who enjoys building meaningful relationships. You will bring strong written and verbal communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and an ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced and ambitious fundraising environment.

You will bring:

• A confident ‘can-do’ attitude with an ability to engage with a wide variety of partners and stakeholders
• Strong organisational skills with an ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal, with an enthusiasm for building meaningful funding relationships
• A flexible, agile mindset and ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• A willingness and ability to travel to support at events and external meetings with partners, as required
• A proactive, fundraising-focused mindset

At Lord’s Taverners, sport is a means to an end. We are looking for people who share our belief in sport’s power to change lives, and who are motivated by impact, inclusion and opportunity for young people. 

Above all, you will be motivated by our mission and aligned with our values: We Include, We Inspire, We Empower. 

Safeguarding 

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

This role requires an enhanced DBS check and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. In line with statutory guidance, applicants do not need to disclose youth cautions or any protected convictions or cautions. 

As part of our safer recruitment practices, an online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates. 

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays 
• Five additional days between Christmas and New Year 
• 6% pension contribution 
• Group income protection 
• Critical illness cover 
• Life assurance 
• Health Cash Plan 
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay 
• Employee Assistance Programme 
• Two volunteering days 
• Birthday day off 
• Season ticket loan 
• Flexible working 
• Wellbeing plan 

Application Instructions

As part of your application, please submit:

• Your CV, and
• A written response to the following question:

Describe a meaningful funding relationship that you have built, and the impact it has had on the cause/beneficiaries it supported (maximum 500 words)?

We will not accept applications that do not complete this task.

Please upload your written response where the application form asks for a cover note.

Key Dates

Applications open: MONDAY 10th AUGUST
Application deadline: SUNDAY 23rd AUGUST

Please note we may close the vacancy early if we receive exceptional applications. Should this occur, all applicants will be notified.

Interviews scheduled:

• First Stage: Thursday 3rd- Friday 4th September
• Second Stage: Wednesday 9th -Thursday 10th September

Interview Process

First Stage (Online)

The first stage will take place online and will last 45 minutes in total. The session will include:

• A 5-minute discussion about your previous experience and interest in the role
• A 30-minute interview featuring 6 questions that will be provided to selected candidates in advance
• A 10-minute opportunity to ask questions about the role and/or our organisation

Second Stage (In-Person)

Shortlisted candidates who progress to second stage will be invited to an in-person interview at our London headquarters.

For this interview, candidates will be asked to prepare a short 5-10 minute presentation.

• This will be followed by a 50-minute interview comprising
• competency based questions provided to shortlisted candidates in advance
• several questions not provided in advance
• a final opportunity to ask questions about the role and/or our organisation

Accessibility

We want every candidate to feel comfortable and able to perform at their best. If you require any adjustments or support to take part in the interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to accommodate.