Fundraising and community engagement officer jobs

The Head of Public Fundraising is a new role at Coeliac UK leading the charity’s public fundraising function. The role focusses on driving sustainable growth across individual giving, community fundraising, events, lottery, raffle, digital fundraising and merchandise. This role is responsible for delivering Coeliac UK’s 5-year fundraising strategy to maximise return-on-investment, grow long term supporter value, and contribute to the charity’s mission. 

The Head of Public Fundraising will embed and deliver comprehensive fundraising strategies, growing Coeliac UK’s supporter base and income, building up new and under-developed income streams and communicating effectively with their audiences to expand their reach, and encourage financial and non-financial support to deliver the organisations mission.

Who are we looking for?

Key to the success of this role is a strong understanding of individual giving fundraising. This role blends the strategic oversight and leadership of a Head of role across multiple income streams, with the hands-on expertise of an IG fundraiser. Experience across other income streams and areas of fundraising delivery would be a huge benefit as the role leads community fundraising and events, will take on digital fundraising - currently led by the Chief Engagement Officer, as well as manage the data and supporter care functions, but experience in individual giving is essential as Coeliac UK has defined that as an area of priority income. To progress to a screening call with THINK Recruitment, your CV must demonstrate evidence of delivering individual giving income in a UK charity environment. 

The successful candidate for this role will be someone who has already operated at a senior level within a charity such as at Senior Manager level, or Head of in a specific income stream.

Hybrid working

The role has a hybrid expectation of a minimum of a day a week in the High Wycombe office (HP11 2QW) to build relationships and provide support to the fundraising team, and there will be flexibility required for other in person meetings and events. However, Coeliac UK are keen to secure the very best candidate, if the hybrid expectation presents challenge for you but you otherwise meet the requirements of the role, please do get in touch with THINK to discuss. 

Application notes 

Please download the Candidate Info Pack provided for further information about the role, timelines and next steps.

To progress your application, please contact THINK Recruitment to organise an informal screening call. Please note, we cannot shortlist candidates who have not had a screening call so please allow enough time to have a call before the closing date.  You will be provided with information on how to complete your full application on the call. 

If you need assistance with downloading the pack or any reasonable adjustments to ensure you can engage with the selection process, please contact THINK Recruitment and our team will support you.

Closing date for expressions of interest: Midday Friday 21st August

Closing date for full applications: Midnight Sunday 23rd August

Church Engagement & Fundraising Officer

12-month Fixed Term Contract. Full Time, Home-based (with weekly travel)

Location: London and the Northern Home Counties 

Salary: £44,945 per annum

If we receive a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to close the advert before the scheduled closing date. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to apply at their earliest convenience. 

About us

Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don’t have to be Christian to work here – we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we’re open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues. This is a homeworking role and you are expected to be in the London office once a month

About the role

Reporting in to the Church Engagement & Fundraising Advisor, the Church Engagement & Fundraising Officer is a proactive fundraising and church engagement role.

You will be out in churches and communities across London and the home counties, building new relationships, strengthening existing high-value support, and inspiring churches to give, act and pray with Christian Aid.

You will identify and approach prospective churches, pick up the phone to book meetings, speak confidently in church services and local gatherings, and make compelling asks that lead to increased giving and deeper engagement.

This is a remote team to facilitate post holders to be proactively present in local church communities. Much of your impact will come from being out and about: visiting churches, meeting clergy and volunteers, attending local events, speaking at services, and building relationships face to face. You should expect regular travel across London and the home counties, including some evenings and weekends.

We are looking for someone who is energised by being out in the community, not someone looking for a primarily desk-based role.

In this role, success will mean:

• building a strong pipeline of churches and groups with the potential to support Christian Aid;
• securing meetings, speaking opportunities and invitations into church spaces;
• inspiring churches to increase their giving, particularly around appeals and key fundraising moments;
• strengthening relationships with current high-value church supporters so they feel known, thanked and encouraged;
• equipping volunteers and local champions to extend Christian Aid’s reach;
• using insight, data and local knowledge to prioritise the relationships with greatest potential.

A significant part of this role will be proactive new relationship-building. You will not only respond to churches already connected with Christian Aid; you will identify new opportunities, approach churches and leaders, and work creatively to open doors for giving, fundraising, campaigning and prayer.

About you

Who we are looking for:

Essential:

• Demonstrable experience driving fundraising and relationship building.
• Knowledge of church audiences across all denominations.
• Experience of mentoring volunteers to add capacity, skills and aptitude to empower and support them.
• Detailed knowledge of the principles of good donor management or customer care, and understanding of the principles of relationship building.
• Developed communication skills to inspire others to take action and use their skills and resources to fundraise and donate.
• Developed communication skills to communicate complex messages creatively and effectively to diverse audiences.
• An ability to analyse and interpret information and data to prioritise work and achieve results.
• Organisational skills to work under pressure and manage competing priorities to deliver multiple concurrent activities.
• The ability to travel frequently to locations, including some evenings and weekends.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of current fundraising legislation and good practice.
• Knowledge of relevant church networks and denominational structures.
• Ability to effectively portray development messages in a theological context.
• Knowledge of global development issues and Christian Aid’s work.
• Good knowledge of the London and South East geographical region.

This role would suit you if you are a confident relationship-builder who enjoys getting out into communities, opening doors and inspiring people to act. You might come from community fundraising, church engagement, major donor engagement, sales, business development, volunteer mobilisation or a church-facing role with clear fundraising experience.

You will need to be confident talking with churches, meeting ambitious targets, comfortable making asks for financial support, and motivated by helping local communities turn faith, generosity and concern for global justice into practical action.

Further information

At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.

We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams. 

We have a strong Christian ethos and we encourage applications from all faiths. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with Christian Aid’s faith identity. 

All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.  In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this. 

Fundraising Events & Community Manager
Salary:£40,000 pro rata
Contract:6 Month Fixed Term Contract
Hours:35 hours per week
Location:Flexible UK remote/hybrid working, with occasional travel to our Highgate office and events

Help shape the future of community fundraising at Ataxia UK.

Ataxia UK is the leading charity supporting people affected by ataxia, a group of rare neurological conditions. We fund life-changing research, provide vital support services and build a strong community for people and families affected by the condition.

We are seeking an experienced Fundraising Events & Community Manager to join us on a six-month fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to lead an established fundraising programme, manage a dedicated team member and build on the success of a highly engaged supporter community.

The role
Reporting to the Director of Fundraising & Communications, you will lead the delivery and development of our events and community fundraising programme, helping to maximise supporter engagement and income growth.

You will:

• Lead and develop Ataxia UK's community and events fundraising activities
• Build strong relationships with supporters, volunteers, community groups and fundraising participants
• Deliver outstanding supporter stewardship and supporter experience
• Identify opportunities to grow income and increase engagement
• Monitor performance against agreed targets and objectives
• Manage and develop the Events & Community Fundraising Officer through coaching, mentoring and support
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across fundraising, communications, finance, research and support services

About you
We're looking for an experienced fundraiser who enjoys building relationships and motivating supporters to achieve their fundraising goals.
You will bring:

• Significant experience in community fundraising, events fundraising or supporter-led fundraising
• Strong relationship management and stewardship skills
• Experience of line management, coaching or mentoring
• Experience of delivering fundraising activity against income targets
• Strong project management and organisational skills
• Confidence using fundraising databases and reporting on performance
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively within a supportive team environment

Why join Ataxia UK?

This role offers a rare opportunity to step into a well-established programme with the freedom to make your mark. You'll be joining a collaborative, friendly and highly committed team where ideas are welcomed and success is shared.

We offer flexible ways of working and are open to applications from candidates across the UK. Whether you're looking for your next interim challenge or a fixed-term opportunity with immediate impact, you'll find a supportive environment and the chance to contribute to a charity that is making a real difference.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave pro rata, increasing with service
• Additional birthday leave
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Season ticket loan
• Childcare vouchers
• Flexible working
• Time off in lieu for approved evening and weekend work

If you're passionate about community fundraising and want to help a growing charity continue its success while supporting people affected by ataxia, we'd love to hear from you.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a fantastic charity to recruit for a Senior Legacy Acquisition Officer.
This is an exciting new role created as part of a significant investment in legacy fundraising. You will play a key role in delivering a new, integrated legacy acquisition campaign designed to grow the number of supporters considering leaving a gift in their Will, while also increasing broader consideration of giving.

As a Senior Legacy Acquisition Officer, you will lead the delivery, monitoring and continuous improvement of a new integrated legacy acquisition campaign.
You will manage activity end to end, from initial briefing and campaign launch through to testing, optimisation and evaluation, working closely with internal teams and external agencies.

Key responsibilities will include:
• Delivering an integrated legacy acquisition campaign across TV, digital, radio, print and other channels.
• Managing campaigns from briefing and launch through to ongoing review, testing and optimisation.
• Developing and delivering annual test plans to improve campaign performance.
• Managing campaign budgets, timelines and quality standards.
• Growing the number of quality legacy hand raisers year-on-year and meeting agreed acquisition and cost-per-hand-raiser targets.
• Supporting increased consideration of leaving a gift in a Will and broader consideration of giving.
• Ensuring legacy acquisition activity integrates effectively with wider brand, fundraising and supporter engagement activity.
• Developing an excellent supporter and enquirer journey, ensuring a supporter first approach throughout.
• Producing regular performance updates and quarterly impact reports for senior leadership.
• Working collaboratively with legacy, stewardship, supporter engagement, brand and supporter care colleagues.
• Ensuring legacy messaging and supporter journeys align with wider brand positioning and fundraising propositions.

You will have:
• Proven experience delivering integrated fundraising or marketing campaigns across multiple channels, including TV.
• Strong project management skills and experience managing campaigns end-to-end.
• A good understanding of fundraising and acquisition principles, including KPIs, testing and optimisation.
• Experience working with external agencies, such as creative, media and/or telemarketing suppliers.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with confidence managing campaign activity and data.
• Experience using data and insight to monitor performance, identify opportunities and improve results.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to brief agencies and collaborate effectively with internal teams.
• Experience developing compelling, audience-led creative or campaign communications.
• Experience developing and implementing campaign test plans and working against clear hypotheses.
• Confidence producing campaign reports and presenting recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• An understanding of the importance of tone, trust and supporter experience within legacy fundraising.
• A positive, collaborative approach and the ability to turn strategy into well-run, effective campaigns.
Experience of legacy fundraising, gifts in Wills or long-term supporter engagement would be advantageous, as would experience developing telemarketing scripts, FAQs and supporter materials, and using brand or consideration tracking to measure attitudinal change.

Salary & Benefits
• Salary: £41,500 per annum
• Contract type: 12 months FTC, full time, 35 hrs a week
• Location: London, hybrid working, one day a week in the office

Recruitment process: Cv to [email protected]

If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Role Overview
The Talent Set are delighted to partner with a well known health charity on a fantastic Interim Community Fundraising Officer role. This temporary position offers dedicated support within the community fundraising team, focusing on key activities that drive engagement and income over an initial period of three months.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organisation, and delivery of community fundraising events and activities
• Support the development and implementation of fundraising campaigns to maximise engagement and income
• Build and maintain relationships with community partners and stakeholders
• Manage administrative tasks related to fundraising initiatives, ensuring accurate records and compliance
• Contribute to the creation of promotional materials and communications for campaigns
• Assist with reporting and evaluation of fundraising activities to measure success and inform future strategies

Person Specification

• Experience in community fundraising.
• Ability to organise and prioritise a variety of activities effectively
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with an inclusive approach
• Proactive and adaptable, able to respond to evolving priorities
• Competent in using digital tools and social media for outreach and engagement
• Demonstrates initiative and a collaborative work style

What’s on Offer
Salary: TBC

How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.

Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.

Development & Fundraising Manager

Location: Hampshire (with travel across the region)
Salary: £45,000–£50,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hours per week)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced fundraising professional to join a large faith-based organisation in a newly created leadership role. Working across a network of local communities, you will help build long-term financial sustainability by strengthening stewardship, growing fundraising income and supporting local fundraising initiatives.

The role

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will lead fundraising activity across the organisation, working closely with senior leaders, community representatives and volunteers.

You'll develop stewardship campaigns, increase regular giving and Gift Aid, expand digital and contactless giving, secure grant funding and promote legacy giving. You'll also provide fundraising advice, training and strategic support to help local communities achieve their fundraising ambitions.

Key responsibilities

• Lead stewardship initiatives to increase regular giving and long-term income.
• Develop and deliver fundraising campaigns and appeals.
• Identify and secure grant funding for a range of projects.
• Promote and develop legacy giving.
• Support the adoption of digital and contactless giving.
• Provide fundraising guidance and training to volunteers and local leaders.
• Monitor performance, report on KPIs and provide strategic insight to senior leadership.

About you

You will be an experienced fundraiser with a strong track record of generating income through grants, campaigns and donor engagement.

You'll be confident building relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and able to combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.

You will have:

• Significant fundraising experience, ideally within the charity or not-for-profit sector.
• A successful track record of securing grants and delivering fundraising campaigns.
• Experience of stewardship, major appeals or capital fundraising.
• Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills.
• Strong project management and communication skills.
• Experience using CRM or donor databases and Microsoft 365.

Experience within a faith-based, heritage or community organisation would be advantageous, along with an appreciation of working within a values-led organisation.

How to apply

For a full candidate pack and further information, please contact:

Faye Marshall
| 020 7820 7303

Closing date: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis 

Harris Hill is a certified B Corp™ and a leading charity recruitment agency. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality or other protected characteristics.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Executive Team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organisation by driving sustainable income growth, strengthening our public voice and extending our impact.

This newly created senior leadership role will lead a step-change in fundraising, marketing and external engagement, increasing awareness of vital services, and developing new opportunities to engage supporters, partners and communities.

With the chance to help deliver our ambitious strategy through to 2028, this role offers the opportunity to bring vision, creativity and leadership to an organisation committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of older people and unpaid carers 

About Woman's Trust

The charity was established in 1996 to meet the gap in specialist mental health services. Woman’s Trust is led by and for women and aims to ensure that women affected by domestic abuse can live a life free from further harm and abuse. Our approach is trauma-informed and person-centred, empowering survivors on their journey to recovery from the trauma. We are committed to a positive, inclusive and equitable environment for our staff, service users and volunteers.

Alongside delivering our existing 1-1 counselling, self-development workshops and therapeutic support groups for women who have experienced domestic abuse, we are focused on developing our innovative mental health services for young women and girls, delivering new peer-led support groups and providing therapeutic groups to children and their mothers. We are also committed to developing further awarenessraising workshops and training for professionals, building on our research and policy to improve systems nationally.

About the role

The Head of Fundraising and Development role offers an exceptional opportunity to shape Woman’s Trust’s income strategy, develop new partnerships and play a central role in the organisation’s next phase of growth.

We are seeking an established income-generation leader who combines strategic and commercial judgement with a willingness to remain hands-on. The successful candidate will have a strong record of securing significant income, identifying new opportunities and building effective relationships with funders, commissioners and partners. They will also be a constructive and positive senior colleague: someone who works collaboratively, communicates clearly, takes ownership and contributes actively to the success of the wider organisation.

The role will oversee the development and implementation of the fundraising strategy and funding pipeline. Additionally, it will ensure the maintenance and growth of excellent relationships with both existing and prospective funders, including the stewardship of grants and timely reporting. Responsibilities will also include reviewing, updating, and developing service budgets, as well as overseeing or coordinating the submission of high-quality bids, funding approaches, and events.

As a member of the senior leadership team, this post will work cross-departmentally and will contribute to the overall strategy of Woman’s Trust, working closely with the CEO and the Board of Trustees. You will lead and line manage the Trust and Statutory Fundraising Manager, Fundraising Manager and Data Impact and Insights Manager. You will deliver a direct income target for each year, with a focus on the development and tendering of statutory commissioning.

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week.

Location: Woman’s Trust premises including co-location with statutory partners and community partnership  locations.Woman’s Trust operates a hybrid working model with a minimum of 50% to be on-site.

In return, we can offer:

• 25 days' holiday + 3 days at Christmas + Public holidays
• Hybrid & flexible working - office based with minimum of 50% of working hours in Woman’s Trust London office, we also support mutually agreed flexible working arrangements
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mandatory job-related training
• Individual staff professional development budget
• A caring, committed and highly collaborative environment
• Several social events/lunches per year
• Friendly, all women team

To find out more and apply with your CV, please visit our website via the apply button.  

Please note, CVs and cover letters should be sent in Word format.

Closing date: 31st August 2026.

First stage interviews (online): 22nd September 2026.

Second stage interviews: 28th September 2026.

Please note, this post is open to female applicants only – Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1 applies.

Fundraising Lead - Care Rights UK

Charity People are delighted to be working with Care Rights UK to recruit a brand-new Fundraising Lead, a pivotal role that will play a central part in shaping the charity's future growth and sustainability.

Care Rights UK is the charity focused on promoting the rights of older people in care.  The organisation wants the best quality of life for older people needing care and for people to know their rights, as well as how to use them.  Offering information, advice and support to empower those using care services as well as their relatives and friends, the organisation challenges poor care, highlights good practice and demands a better care system.

Courageous, independent and empowering, this is a truly special organisation undertaking work with real impact. 

Fundraising Lead

Salary: £37,000 per annum full time equivalent (pro rata if part-time)

Contract: Permanent

Reports to: CEO

Hours: Full-time or part-time considered

Location: Hybrid between home and the London office.  If hybrid, travel will be necessary to office-based team meetings in London and training days as required.

Closing date for applications: 9am Tuesday 1 September

Interviews:  Interviews will be held 14th and 15th September

Having laid strong foundations for fundraising, Care Rights UK is now looking for an ambitious and proactive fundraiser to lead and grow income generation across the organisation. Working closely with the CEO and wider team, you will take ownership of developing supporter engagement, delivering fundraising campaigns and building a culture of fundraising across the charity.

As the charity's dedicated fundraiser, you'll have the opportunity to shape strategy, test new ideas and make a visible impact. This role will particularly appeal to someone who enjoys working in a small, agile organisation where creativity, initiative and collaboration are valued.

"Leading our small, dedicated, friendly team is a real privilege. As we seek to grow our supporter base and push for a better care system, now is an exciting time to join us. We are looking forward to welcoming a new member to the team."
Helen Wildbore, CEO, Care Rights UK

As a member of the Care Rights UK team, you can expect:

• Friendly, welcoming, supportive colleagues in the staff team and on the Board of Trustees
• A Trustee Board which recognises and drives the strategic importance of fundraising
• One-to-one support from an experienced, empathetic line manager
• Peer support from colleagues in the staff team
• Regular contact with colleagues and weekly team meetings to share advice insights, updates and impact
• A thorough induction to the charity, our work and mission
• Training to help you fulfil your role and to develop your knowledge of care issues across the UK
• Opportunities for sharing skills and knowledge with colleagues who are experts in their fields
• Being part of a dynamic team pushing for real change in the care sector
• Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – access to counselling, adviceline and other wellbeing support
• Hybrid working – the role can be carried out from anywhere in the UK, although attendance at face-to-face team meetings and training days will be required
• Flexible working – the organisation welcomes applications from candidates wishing to work full time or part time and will consider job shares or other options such as compressed hours

 About the Role

Working closely with the CEO and Trustees, the Fundraising Lead will take responsibility for implementing and delivering Care Rights UK's fundraising strategy, helping to build long-term financial sustainability and increase support for the charity's vital work.

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Leading fundraising activity across a range of income streams, with an initial focus on individual giving and corporate partnerships.
• Developing and delivering fundraising campaigns to attract, engage and retain supporters.
• Growing and strengthening relationships with individuals, communities and corporate partners.
• Building supporter journeys and engagement plans that maximise income and long-term support.
• Monitoring fundraising performance, reporting on progress and identifying opportunities for growth.
• Embedding a culture of fundraising across the organisation and working collaboratively with colleagues to showcase impact.

About You

We'd love to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:

• A proven track record of delivering successful fundraising campaigns.
• Experience and knowledge of corporate partnerships and/or individual giving
• Strong relationship-building and influencing skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience of budget management, planning, reporting and project management.
• The ability to work independently, think strategically and identify new opportunities.
• Passion for the mission of Care Rights UK and improving the lives of older people needing care.

 How to Apply

If you're interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please click on the linked Job Description to find out more, including details of the application process which is a CV and answers to supporting questions.

Applications for the role should be submitted to Philippa Randle at Charity People by Tuesday 1st September 2026.

Closing Date: Tuesday 1st September 2026
Interviews: 14 or 15 September 2026

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. Please let Philippa know if you require any assistance or adjustment to support you through the application process.

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.

Salary: £44,500
Contract: 10 – 12month FTC
Location: Hybrid – London 2 days/week in the office
Closing date: ASAP applications reviewed on a rolling basis
Benefits: Flexible home working, generous annual leave entitlement, pension contribution

We have a great opportunity for a Church Engagement & Fundraising Officer working for Christian Aid, one of the UK's leading international development charities, mobilising churches, communities and supporters to tackle poverty, injustice and the impacts of climate change around the world. 

As part of this exciting role, you will develop and manage relationships with a portfolio of churches, Christian Aid groups and volunteers, building strong partnerships through both face-to-face and virtual engagement. You will identify new church supporters, grow existing relationships and inspire individuals and congregations to Give, Act and Pray. Alongside promoting Christian Aid at events and meetings, you will support and develop volunteers, maintain accurate supporter records and use data and insights to maximise engagement and deliver impactful fundraising and campaigning outcomes.

To be successful as the Church Engagement & Fundraising Officer you will need:

• Demonstrable experience and knowledge of working with church audiences and building strong stakeholder relationships.
• Experience of recruiting, supporting or mentoring volunteers to help achieve organisational objectives.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to inspire people to fundraise, campaign and take action.

If you would like to discuss this role with us please email your CV or contact us and quote the reference 3067HB.

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.

We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.

If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.

 

For nearly 20 years, Lively Minds has been proving that parents are the sleeping giants of early childhood development. With strong evidence and a national scale proof point in Ghana, we have shown that parent powered approaches delivered through government systems can transform children's lives at scale.

We are now at a pivotal moment. We have the evidence, the model and the momentum, and we need the funding, profile and influence to match our ambition. This is a rare opportunity to lead income generation and external voice for an award winning NGO entering an exciting new phase of growth. You will lead our fundraising strategy and direct engagement with Funders ensuring that we maximise all funding opportunities as we continue our strategic evolution. You will also shape a compelling external narrative that will help position Lively Minds as the definitive partner for governments strengthening their early childhood development systems.

If you are an exceptional fundraiser and communicator who is equally comfortable in a strategic conversation and writing a winning proposal, we would love to hear from you.

Read the full advert and apply below. Closing date: 3rd September 2026.

About Lively Minds

Lively Minds is an award-winning NGO with nearly 20 years of experience designing, testing and scaling early childhood development (ECD) solutions across the Global South. Our core idea is simple but radical: parents are the sleeping giants of ECD. Governments and donors have long overlooked parents, assuming that poverty and low literacy make them unable or unwilling to support their childrenʼs development. We have spent two decades proving otherwise. With RCT-backed evidence and a national-scale proof point in Ghana, we have demonstrated that parent-powered approaches, delivered through government systems, can achieve meaningful child development outcomes at scale.

Our 2026–2028 strategy marks a pivotal shift. Having demonstrated what is possible, we are now helping pioneer an innovative model of country-led sustainable scale. Rather than delivering programmes ourselves, we provide lean, time-limited technical advisory support to governments to help them integrate parent-powered ECD into their own systems, budgets and institutions. We are currently working with the governments of Ghana, Uganda, Oromia state (Ethiopia) and The Gambia in 2026, growing to six or more country engagements by 2028. Our ambition is to catalyse a sector-wide shift, positioning Lively Minds as the definitive partner for governments seeking to strengthen their ECD systems.

Our scale strategy rests on three interdependent pillars: fixed-term Technical Advisory partnerships with governments; the development of a modular radio model simple and affordable enough for governments to adopt and fund independently; and an advocacy and sector influence agenda designed to make parent-powered ECD the norm globally.

Purpose of the Role

Lively Minds is at a critical inflection point. We have the evidence, the model and the momentum. We now need the funding, profile and sector influence to match our ambition. The Director of Fundraising and Communications is a priority hire, created to provide the dedicated, experienced leadership that this moment demands.

The Director will own and drive Lively Mindsʼ income generation, building new funder relationships, managing and deepening existing ones, and ensuring the organisation has the pipeline, discipline and quality of engagement to meet and exceed its fundraising targets. Working in close partnership with the Founding CEO, who retains ownership of a small number of long-standing strategic relationships, the Director will take primary responsibility for securing the funding that makes the 2026–2028 strategy deliverable, and that opens the door to greater scale beyond it. We need to raise approximately £3.4m over the next 3 years to deliver our strategy. But our ambition is to exceed that target so we can support additional governments.

Alongside fundraising, the Director will provide strategic leadership to Lively Mindsʼ communications and advocacy work, ensuring that the organisationʼs external voice is compelling and that we are building credibility in the spaces where funding decisions are made. The Director will lead and provide strategic coherence to a small but outward-facing team, including Head of Partnerships and Advocacy Lead who are active on the international stage. Lively Minds is committed to thought-leadership and active external engagement, but equally committed to ensuring that communications resource is deployed with discipline and rigour. The Director will set a clear strategic filter for where the organisation shows up, what it publishes and who it engages: prioritising focus and quality over volume, and always asking whether external activity is building the relationships and reputation that ultimately drive income and/or systems change.

Lively Minds is a dispersed, remote organisation. The Directorʼs team the Advocacy Lead, Development Manager and Communications Officer - are internationally distributed. The ability to lead, develop and maintain high standards across a dispersed team is essential. The role requires regular travel to international conferences and events.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising Strategy & Income Generation

• Own and deliver the multi-year fundraising strategy with clear priorities, targets, income streams and a disciplined pipeline to support the 2026–2028 strategy and future scale
• Steward existing funder relationships, turning strong partnerships into long-term supporters, advocates and connectors to new funding opportunities.
• Lead the shift towards Big Bet and catalytic funding, personally cultivating and negotiating high-value, multi-year partnerships and positioning Lively Minds for system-level scale
• Maintain a high standard of fundraising quality, pipeline management and forecasting, while coaching the team to produce compelling, sophisticated fundraising materials
•  Build and continuously strengthen a diverse funding pipeline, identifying emerging opportunities, new funding markets and strategic partnerships that reduce concentration risk and support long-term financial sustainability

Communications, Brand & Advocacy

• Own and deliver Lively Mindsʼ communications and marketing strategy, balancing visibility and sector influence with the need to strengthen fundraising and systems-change objectives
• Partner closely with the CEO to shape and steward a coherent external narrative, brand and messaging framework across all audiences and channels
• Oversee high-quality core communications and fundraising materials, including cases for support, pitch decks, website content, proposals and donor reports
• Provide strategic communications expertise to Advocacy, Partnerships and MEL, ensuring evidence and learning are translated into compelling narratives and consistent external messaging
• Lead efforts to strengthen Lively Mindsʼ profile and thought leadership in the ECD sector, identifying opportunities for strategic media, events, publications and external platforms that reinforce its positioning and influence

Organizational Leadership&TeamDevelopment

 

• Contribute actively to SMT and organisational strategy, bringing funder intelligence, external perspective and communications expertise to strategic decision-making.
• Work closely with Finance and MEL to align fundraising targets, forecasting, budgets and evidence, ensuring proposals are credible, accurately costed and evidence-led
• Act as the organisationʼs communications subject matter expert, providing guidance and challenge to ensure high-quality, consistent external communications
• Lead and develop the Advocacy Lead, Development Manager and Communications Officer, fostering a team culture of quality, accountability, strategic clarity and continuous improvement
• Build strong cross-organisational collaboration, ensuring teams understand how fundraising, communications, advocacy and evidence work together to advance Lively Mindsʼ strategic priorities

Person Specification

Essential Experience & Skills

• 10+ years of significant senior-level fundraising experience within international development, education, philanthropy or a comparable sector
• Proven track record of securing major grants from foundations, institutional donors and high-net-worth individuals, alongside demonstrated experience securing or meaningfully progressing large-scale, catalytic funding from Big Bet philanthropy programmes such as the Audacious Project, Skoll Foundation or comparable funders. A strong understanding of what these funders look for and how to position an organisation compellingly within their processes is essential
• Exceptional fundraising writing skills, with the ability to personally develop compelling cases for support, funding proposals, award applications and pitch decks tailored to sophisticated impact funders. This is a hands-on role requiring both strong writing capability and the ability to coach others to consistently produce high-quality fundraising content
• Experienced in developing and owning a marketing and communications strategy, with a strong understanding of how to balance organisational visibility, thought leadership and sector influence with coherence, strategic focus and income generation
• Demonstrated ability to work closely with a Founding CEO to shape and steward the organisationʼs external narrative and brand. Comfortable working in a founder-led environment, providing expertise and constructive challenge while ensuring the organisation maintains a clear, consistent and coherent external voice

Desirable Experience

• Experienced fundraising for a technical advisory, systems change or government-facing organisation
• Knowledge of the ECD, education or early childhood sector and its funding landscape
• Familiarity with the Big Bang Philanthropy network or equivalent impact-focused funder communities
• Experience working alongside advocacy and partnerships teams, providing communications expertise and strategic coherence to their external activity
• Familiarity with the funding landscape for organisations operating in Sub-Saharan Africa
• Experience working remotely across multiple countries and effectively collaborating with cross-cultural teams

Behaviours & Ways of Working

• A doer, equally comfortable in strategic conversations and writing a funding proposal
• Sets a high bar for quality and clarity in all external communications and holds it consistently
• Builds a strong, trust-based partnership with the Founding CEO, provides honest challenge and operates effectively within a founder-led dynamic without losing their own voice or judgement
• Collaborative and cross-organisational. Invests in strong relationships with programme, MEL and finance colleagues, understanding that the best fundraising is grounded in organisational reality
• Calm and focused under pressure - able to manage competing priorities and maintain quality when the stakes are high

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• 25 days annual leave
• Health insurance
• Pension contribution
• Generous learning and development budget
• Flexible, remote working

Application Instruction

Interested candidates are encouraged to read the Job Description carefully before applying to ensure they understand the role and meet the required criteria.

To apply, please complete the pre-screening questions and submit your updated CV

PLEASE NOTE - Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Timeline

Closing Date: 3rd September 2026

Our Stance

Lively Minds operates a strict Safeguarding Policy and is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children and vulnerable people. As part of our recruitment process, the suitability of successful candidates will be verified through appropriate background checks including professional references and police checks.

Lively Minds is fully committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and to providing equal opportunities throughout our recruitment process. We want this commitment to be reflected in the diversity of the people who work for us, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, experiences and perspectives.

We are committed to ensuring that recruitment decisions are based on merit, skills, experience and suitability for the role, and that all candidates are treated fairly and with respect throughout the recruitment process.

This charity is made up of an astounding group of professionals who believe that people's sight matters. This is a pivotal moment for the charity, as they prepare for the opening of the new Centre for Eye Health in 2027, and evolve into a national funder to expand their grant making reach and impact across the UK. The team is looking to appoint a fundraising officer (community and events) on a 1-year contract and Prospectus is leading the search. 

Fundraising officer (community and events) 

1-Year fixed term contract, 37.5 hours per week (flexible working available) 

Hybrid (2 days in Old Street) 

£37,995 - £44,977 

The fundraising officer will play a key role in delivering and growing the charity's events and community fundraising programme, with a focus on increasing supporter participation, income, retention and long-term engagement. This will include leading on the planning, delivery and evaluation of key activity such as the charity's flagship events (including Eye to Eye and a proposed abseil), third-party challenge events (e.g., London Marathon and The Big Half), and supporter-led community fundraising. 

The selected candidate will be an experienced events and/or community fundraiser, with a confident, proactive approach and strong relationship-building skills. You will bring excellent organisation skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, be comfortable working with a range of internal and external stakeholders and suppliers, and be motivated by delivering high-quality supporter experiences. You will also be able to monitor performance against agreed targets (income, participation, ROI and engagement) and use insight and CRM data to continuously improve activity. 

This is an opportunity to join a welcoming, talented and successful team at a time where there this role will involve both existing portfolio activities and an opportunity to grow new activities from the ground up.

To apply 

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Femke Vorstman at Prospectus.

In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. To formally apply, you will need to complete a supporting statement (answers to three questions shared in the JD) by COB on Sunday 23 August. 

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our friendly and committed team at RASASC Guildford as our Community and Events Fundraiser, working with us for 28 hours (4 days) per week.

Position: Community and Events Fundraiser

Hours: 28 hours, 4 days per week (0.8 FTE)

Salary: £28,000-£32,000 FTE (depending on experience)

Location: Based in Guildford with regular travel across Surrey and surrounding areas

Accountable to: CEO

DBS check: Yes (enhanced)

Closing on: Tuesday 1st September 12 noon

About RASASC: RASASC Guildford Limited is a registered charity supporting people of all genders, from the age of 13, from across Surrey, who have experienced the trauma of sexual harm, whether recently or in the past.

We are the largest specialist rape and sexual abuse support organisation in the county and provide a range of free, confidential, specialist services so that survivors can move forward with their lives, untethered by the impact of abuse.

Over the last two years, RASASC has successfully developed its community fundraising, challenge events and individual giving programmes, creating a strong foundation for future growth.

We are now looking for an enthusiastic and motivated fundraiser to help build on this success and develop sustainable unrestricted income that supports our vital services. The successful candidate will also share and support RASASC's commitment to inclusivity and accessibility.

Purpose of the Role: This is an exciting opportunity to join RASASC at a key stage in the development of our fundraising programme. Over the last two years, community fundraising, challenge events and individual giving have grown significantly and demonstrated strong potential for future development.

We are now looking for a passionate, organised and enthusiastic Community Fundraiser to help build on this success. You'll oversee our community fundraising and challenge events programme, building strong relationships with supporters, local partners and community groups to raise vital funds for RASASC.

Working closely with the Fundraising Manager, you will build relationships with supporters, local businesses, community groups and donors, helping to increase unrestricted income and raise awareness of RASASC's work. The role will also support the development of individual giving, including our client donation programme, helping to create sustainable unrestricted income for the charity.

This role would suit someone with fundraising, events, communications or community engagement experience who is looking to move into the next stage of their fundraising career within a supportive team environment. We are looking for someone who enjoys meeting people, building relationships and creating opportunities for others to support our work.

Key Responsibilities:

Community Fundraising, Events & Challenges 

• Support and grow community fundraising income across Surrey and surrounding areas
• Recruit, steward and motivate individuals taking part in fundraising challenges and activities for RASASC
• Act as the main point of contact for community fundraisers and event participants
• Provide supporters with fundraising materials, encouragement and guidance throughout their fundraising journey
• Promote fundraising opportunities and third-party challenge events
• Attend fundraising activities, networking events and community events as a representative of RASASC
• Identify opportunities to develop new community fundraising initiatives and partnerships
• Build relationships with local businesses and organisations
• Support fundraising volunteers where appropriate

Supporter Stewardship & Individual Giving

• Deliver excellent supporter care and stewardship
• Build positive relationships with donors, fundraisers and supporters
• Support the growth of individual giving, including one-off and regular donations
• Promote and help develop RASASC's client donation programme, encouraging those who wish to give back to support the charity's work
• Ensure supporters receive timely thanks, updates and recognition
• Help encourage repeat support and long-term engagement with the charity
• Gather and share supporter stories and fundraising successes

Fundraising Communications

• Support the promotion of fundraising campaigns, challenge events and supporter stories
• Work with the Communications and Engagement Manager to identify opportunities to improve supporter engagement, fundraising communications and digital fundraising activity
• Provide fundraising content and updates to help raise awareness of RASASC and the impact of our work.

Administration

• Maintain accurate supporter records, donations and fundraising activity using Donorfy
• Provide activity and income updates to the Fundraising Manager
• Support monitoring of fundraising performance and supporter engagement
• Ensure fundraising activities comply with organisational policies, GDPR and fundraising regulations.

Person Specification

Essential Experience & Skills

• At least 1-2 years’ experience in fundraising, events, communications, marketing, customer engagement or a similar people focused role
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with supporters, volunteers, businesses and community groups
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously and prioritise effectively
• Ability to motivate and engage supporters, volunteers or customers
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• Experience of using CRMs (databases) to collate data, create impact reports and input and manage donor information
•  Ability to work independently and use initiative
• Commitment to the aims and values of RASASC

Desirable

• Experience of community fundraising or supporter engagement
• Experience of supporting fundraising events or challenge events
• Experience of creating content for social media, newsletters or email communications
• Knowledge of fundraising good practice and donor stewardship
• Experience of working with volunteers.

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about the work of RASASC and committed to supporting survivors
• Enthusiastic, positive and motivated, with a genuine desire to make a difference
• Highly organised, able to manage a range of activities and priorities effectively
• A confident relationship-builder who enjoys meeting new people and developing connections
• Creative and proactive, with the ability to identify new fundraising opportunities and engage supporters
• An excellent communicator, both verbally and in writing, with the skills to inspire and engage a wide range of audiences
• Comfortable working independently while contributing positively to a team
• Flexible and adaptable
• Happy to travel across Surrey and surrounding areas to meet supporters, attend events and represent the charity
• Committed to delivering excellent supporter experiences and building long term relationships

Additional Requirements

• The role requires occasional evening and weekend working to attend fundraising events, networking opportunities and supporter activities
• Willingness and ability to travel across Surrey and surrounding areas to meet supporters, attend events and represent the charity

Why Join Us?

Community fundraising and challenge events at RASASC have grown significantly over the last two years, exceeding income targets and creating exciting opportunities for future development.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a difference and keen to develop their fundraising career. The successful candidate will gain experience across community fundraising, events and challenges, supporter stewardship and individual giving, while being supported by an experienced Fundraising Manager. As a new role within a growing fundraising programme, there is real opportunity to shape and develop the position, bring fresh ideas, and play a key role in building sustainable income for the future.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to help shape the next phase of an established fundraising programme, build meaningful relationships with supporters and play a direct role in securing income that enables RASASC to continue supporting survivors across Surrey.

We are proud to be a caring, compassionate and committed team, united by the belief that survivors deserve the very best support. We care deeply about our work and work collaboratively to make a difference every day. We're looking for someone who shares our values, brings energy and enthusiasm to their work, and wants to be part of a team that is supportive, welcoming and passionate about creating positive change.

In return, we can offer you 25 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time hours, eight public holidays (pro rata for part-time hours) contributory pension scheme and reimbursement of travel expenses at 55p per mile.

If you are interested in joining our team or if you have any questions about the role, please do give us a call as we would love to hear from you – contact:

Helen Stanley (Fundraising Manager) - contact details on our advert on our website

or Daisy Anderson (Chief Executive Officer) - contact details on our advert on our website

We are committed to equal opportunities, and we warmly encourage applications from all sections of the community particularly applicants from diverse groups

How to Apply:

Please download the application form from our website and email it to Liz Joyce, as per the details on our website

Please note we do not accept CVs.

This recruitment will close by 12 noon Tuesday 1st September 2026. First interviews will be held on Tuesday 8th September or Wednesday 9th September.

Head of Mass Participation Fundraising

We are seeking an experienced fundraising leader to drive national events and mass participation fundraising growth, inspiring supporters and delivering outstanding results.

Salary: Circa £49,800 per annum (plus applicable London weighting)
Location: Home-based, UK-wide
Hours: 35 hours per week, permanent
Closing Date: CVs will reviewed on a rolling basis

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a national mass participation and events fundraising programme for a leading UK health charity. Reporting to the Head of Regional Fundraising, you will shape and deliver the organisation's strategy for supporter-led events and mass participation fundraising, driving income growth, supporter acquisition, engagement and retention.

Leading a team of fundraising managers and officers, you will build on an established programme while identifying new opportunities, products and channels that increase fundraising performance and strengthen supporter relationships. You will also play a key role within the wider fundraising leadership team, helping to deliver organisational objectives and championing a high-performing, inclusive culture.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing a strategy to grow mass participation and events fundraising income.
• Leading, coaching and developing a high-performing fundraising team.
• Creating and managing a diverse portfolio of fundraising events and products.
• Identifying and testing new opportunities for supporter acquisition and engagement.
• Managing budgets, income targets, KPIs and return on investment.
• Using data and insight to inform planning and decision-making.
• Ensuring compliance with fundraising regulations, GDPR and best practice.
• Collaborating with colleagues and external partners to maximise fundraising performance.

The role offers flexibility but will require occasional evening, weekend and overnight travel in support of fundraising events and activities.

About You

You will be an experienced fundraising leader with a strong track record of delivering income growth, leading teams and developing successful fundraising programmes.

You will bring:

• Experience delivering fundraising or income-generation targets.
• Strong leadership, coaching and people management skills.
• Experience managing budgets, forecasts and performance metrics.
• Excellent project management and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• The ability to analyse data and turn insight into action.
• A collaborative approach and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• The ability to travel nationally as required.

About the Organisation

Our client is a respected national charity dedicated to supporting people affected by a life-changing health condition. Through vital services, research, advocacy and fundraising, they help individuals and families rebuild their lives while driving positive change across communities throughout the UK.

This is an opportunity to join an ambitious organisation and lead a nationally significant fundraising portfolio that makes a genuine difference to people's lives.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Head of Events Fundraising, Head of Community and Events Fundraising, Senior Fundraising Manager, Head of Public Fundraising, Mass Participation Manager, Challenge Events Manager, Supporter Engagement Manager, Regional Fundraising Manager, Fundraising Programme Manager, Individual Giving and Events Manager, Income Generation Manager or Fundraising Events Lead.

Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People.