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This is a unique opportunity to lead fundraising for a charity at the cusp of substantial growth, with an exceptional track record of recent fundraising success, an engaged base of supporters and significant untapped potential across multiple channels.
Overview
As Director of Fundraising and Development for Plum Village UK, you will provide strategic leadership of the charity’s fundraising at this critical juncture. Building on the successful campaigns that brought our new Being Peace Practice Centre into being, you will lead the development of a sustainable, diversified fundraising operation across donor stewardship, trusts and foundations, regular giving, legacies, and partnerships, to deepen relationships of trust and gratitude with our supporters.
This role is ideal for a fundraising leader, whether from a career fundraising background or another field, who brings strategic capability alongside deep alignment with the Plum Village tradition, where fundraising itself becomes a form of engaged practice in service of mindfulness and community transformation.
Fundraising in the Plum Village tradition is fundamentally relational. It is not a matter of extracting income from a base of supporters, but of deepening the relationships of trust, gratitude and shared purpose with those who make our work possible, in ways that embody the values of the tradition. Done well, fundraising is itself a form of engaged practice. The Director will be expected to lead the function in this spirit.
The role comes with a high level of strategic ownership. An initial fundraising strategy has been developed and shared with trustees, providing a framework of priority channels, governance arrangements and resourcing for the next phase. The new Director will inherit this as a starting frame, and will then be empowered and expected to develop, refine and bring forward a fundraising strategy on their own authority, working closely with the Lead Trustee for Fundraising and presenting proposals to the board as appropriate. The role also carries operational ownership of the fundraising mechanics, including the choice and management of supporting systems, databases and tools.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic leadership of fundraising
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Lead PVUK's fundraising strategy, developing and refining the strategic direction, and presenting proposals to the Board for approval and resourcing.
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Set, monitor, and report on fundraising targets across all income channels, in agreement with the Lead Trustee for Fundraising and the Board.
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Provide regular substantive updates on fundraising at quarterly board meetings, working with the Lead Trustee on the preparation of board-level reporting.
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Bring forward analysis and proposals to support the Board in setting wider strategic priorities, including realistic income potential by channel and the investment required to secure it.
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Identify and manage risk in the fundraising portfolio, including channel concentration, donor over-reliance, and the sustainability of resourcing.
Donor stewardship and relationship development
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Lead the stewardship of PVUK’s existing donors, lenders, and supporters with the depth of care that this base deserves, recognising it as the most precious resource of the fundraising function.
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Cultivate and deepen relationships with major donors, including through personal contact, site visits, and tailored communication of impact.
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Work with the Chair of Trustees, the Centre Director, and other senior figures on key relationships that require their involvement.
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Steward the friendly lender base throughout the lifetime of their loans, maintaining trust and keeping them informed of the charity’s progress.
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Build and maintain a culture of gratitude and recognition that appropriately honours the contributions of all supporters.
Income channel development
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Lead delivery and growth across PVUK’s priority fundraising channels: donor stewardship, trust and foundation fundraising, regular giving, legacies and Gifts in Wills, and partnerships with values-aligned organisations and networks.
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Develop trust and foundation fundraising as a substantial new income stream, including scoping aligned funders, building peer-to-peer introductions, constructing tailored funding propositions, and overseeing high-quality application writing and reporting.
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Design and grow a regular giving programme that converts members, retreatants and supporters into ongoing monthly donors.
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Develop a structured legacy and Gifts in Wills programme that normalises legacy giving across PVUK’s communications and supports those who wish to leave a Gift in their Will.
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Develop partnerships with values-aligned organisations and networks where these support both income generation and the wider reach of PVUK’s work, in close consultation with monastics and trustees.
Operations, systems and budget ownership
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Own the operational mechanics of fundraising for PVUK, including the choice, configuration and ongoing management of databases, donor management systems, online giving platforms, and integration with communications tools.
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Manage the fundraising budget, including a discretionary supplementary budget for consultancy, training, materials creation, contracted support and light administrative resource, deployed at the Director’s judgement to develop the function effectively.
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Maintain accurate, GDPR-compliant supporter records and ensure sound data practices throughout the fundraising operation.
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Provide accurate financial reporting on fundraising performance, working with PVUK’s finance function and external accountants as required.
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Make the case for additional resourcing where evidence of need supports it, including the possible recruitment of a Fundraising Officer in due course.
Communications and storytelling
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Lead the development of compelling fundraising narratives that authentically convey the work of PVUK and the Being Peace Centre to multiple audiences, including major donors, institutional funders, individual supporters and the wider public.
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Work closely with the PVUK Communications team on the integration of fundraising communications with the wider communications strategy.
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Commission and oversee the production of fundraising materials, including written content, graphic design, video and digital assets, drawing on contracted specialists where appropriate.
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Ensure that all fundraising messaging about the Being Peace Practice Centre is agreed with the Centre Director before publication.
Working partnerships across PVUK
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Work in close partnership with the Centre Director on all matters relating to Being Peace, with agreed ways of working on messaging, external representation, and any programming commitments made to funders.
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Work with the Lead Trustee for Fundraising as primary day-to-day point of contact at board level, supporting the Lead Trustee to hold strategic oversight of fundraising on behalf of the Board.
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Work with colleagues across PVUK’s communications, dharma programming, sangha-building and partnership functions, with these working relationships developing naturally in the first months of the role.
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Draw on external advisors and specialists as needed for support and assurance, both in technical fundraising disciplines and in sector-specific knowledge.
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Engage volunteer capacity from within the community where this can valuably supplement the fundraising operation.
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About Us
The Park is a thriving community hub in Knowle West, Bristol, a vibrant, warm and welcoming space offering inclusive facilities, activities and services for local residents of all ages. We are proud of the difference we make in our community, and we’re looking for a talented and experienced fundraiser to join our small team to help us secure the funding that makes it all possible.
The Role
We're looking for a proactive, experieced and highly rganised Fundraising Officer to lead on our relationships with trusts and foundations. This is a varied role at the heart of our organisation - you'll manage existing funder relationships, research new funding opportunities, and write winning applications to help fund our work.
Reporting to our Communications & Partnerships Lead, you’ll play a key role in growing income from trusts and foundations to support both our core running costs and specific projects.
Day to day, you'll:
- Manage our existing portfolio of grant awards - keeping track of conditions and reporting requirements
- Write clear, engaging funder reports and thank-you communications that build lasting relationships
- Research and identify new trusts and foundations whose priorities align with our work
- Write compelling, well-evidenced funding applications for both core and project funding
- Work closely with colleagues across the organisation to gather the stories data, and evidence that bring our funding bids to life
About You
We're looking for someone with a passion for creating positive change and the drive to make that happen, someone who combines strong research and organisational skills with the ability to write winning applications. An experienced fundraiser you'll have:
- A proven track record of writing successful trust funding applications and funder reports
- Excellent written communication skills and great attention to detail
- Strong research and organisational skills, with the ability to manage deadlines and priorities
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Experience in a small or place-based charity is a plus but not essential - what matters most is your ability to write persuasively, collaborate creatively with others, and stay on top of a busy portfolio.
Why Join Us
- Be part of a small, dynamic and friendly team making a real difference locally
- Hybrid working (at least one day in office per week)
- Pension scheme
- 4 weeks equivalent paid holiday
Points to Note:
- There is a probation period of 6 months
- We require all staff to be DBS checked
How to Apply
Please send your CV with a named referee and covering letter (no more than two pages) explaining how you meet the person specification by 30th September.
Interviews are expected to take place w/c October 5th though may be sooner if a suitable appliccant is found.
The Park Centre is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
A full Job Description is available to download.
Please ensure there is a name referee on your CV or cover letter.
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Join Brightside and help transform the futures of young people facing barriers by securing the funding and partnerships that make life-changing mentoring possible. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious fundraiser to play a key role in growing our impact across the UK.
Brightside is the UK's leading online mentoring provider, connecting young people with relatable role models so they can make confident and informed decisions about the future. Since 2003, we've supported more than 178,000 young people and facilitated over three million messages between mentoring pairs on our safe and secure online mentoring platform.
We're looking for a talented Fundraising and Partnerships Manager to help deliver our growth ambitions. Working closely with the CEO and Senior Partnerships Manager, you'll play a key role in securing the funding and partnerships that enable Brightside to expand its reach and impact.
What you'll be doing
- Identifying funding opportunities from trusts and foundations
- Writing compelling grant applications, proposals and reports
- Building and managing a strong pipeline of prospective funders
- Supporting stewardship and relationship management with funders and partners
- Contributing to wider partnership and philanthropy activity, including prospect research and proposal development
What we're looking for
- A proven track record of securing grants from trusts and foundations
- Excellent bid-writing and written communication skills
- Experience managing fundraising pipelines and multiple deadlines
- Strong relationship-building and organisational skills
- A passion for creating opportunities for young people and strong alignment with Brightside's mission and values
Why join us?
- Remote working, with opportunities to connect in person
- Flexible working arrangements
- A friendly, ambitious and supportive team culture
- The opportunity to help more young people access the support, networks and confidence they need to succeed
For full details of the role, responsibilities, person specification, benefits and application process, please see the attached job description.
Applications without a cover letter or response to the screening question will not be considered.
Our mission is to help young people make confident and informed decisions about their future

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The Worker Support Centre (WSC) is a Scottish charity working in partnership with migrant workers at risk of exploitation across Scotland to secure their rights, challenge labour exploitation, build collective power, and drive lasting law and policy change. We are an evidence-led, worker-driven organisation with strong governance and a growing track record of policy impact. We're building a movement of people who welcome all workers, working towards a world where we are all safe, valued and respected at work, no matter our job or nationality.
Home based role with occasional attendance at our office at WASPS Creative Exchange, Stormont Street, Perth, and travel for team, funder, partnership and worker meetings.
About the role
This is a new senior role at WSC, with responsibility for developing and delivering our fundraising strategy and building the systems, relationships and income streams needed to support the organisation's next stage of growth.
The Fundraising Manager will take day-to-day ownership of WSC's fundraising function and pipeline, leading opportunities from prospect research and assessment through application, award, grant management and renewal. They will combine hands-on fundraising delivery with strategic leadership, developing income from trusts and foundations, statutory funders, corporate partners, major donors and other appropriate sources.
You will work closely with the Executive Director who retains strategic oversight and final approval of fundraising applications and commitments, while taking day-to-day ownership of fundraising activity and the pipeline.
This is an opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to shape WSC’s fundraising at an exciting stage of organisational development, whilst contributing directly to our work to challenge labour exploitation and promote decent work.
The postholder will be responsible for delivering an agreed annual fundraising target and for building a balanced pipeline of prospective trusts, foundations, statutory funders, corporate partners and individual supporters. In the first 12–18 months, a key priority will be to strengthen WSC's fundraising infrastructure, increase the diversity and predictability of income, and develop a sustainable pipeline aligned with our strategic priorities.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising strategy and leadership
● Develop, implement and review of a Fundraising Strategy and delivery plan for WSC to achieve required income targets across fundraising disciplines together with the Executive Director aligned with our overall Strategic Plan.
● Set and monitor fundraising objectives, income targets and KPIs reporting quarterly to the Executive Director and Board on progress, opportunities and risks.
● Develop and maintain WSC’s prospect map identifying priority funders and prospects and setting clear cultivation strategies and next steps for each.
● Develop WSC’s major donor pipeline including compelling cases for support, and cultivation plan for priority prospects.
● Advise the Executive Director and Board on fundraising opportunities, income diversification, funding risk and the implications of changes in the funding environment.
● Lead on management and renewal of WSC’s existing grants portfolio ensuring income is sustained and relationships are developed strategically.
● Assess prospective funding opportunities and make recommendations for the Executive Director on whether to pursue them, considering strategic fit, likelihood of success, resource requirements and financial viability.
● Develop, maintain and improve WSC's fundraising systems, processes and tools, ensuring that information is accurate, accessible and supports good decision-making.
● Maintain a strong understanding of WSC’s current programmes, impact and future strategic priorities and translate these into compelling fundraising opportunities and cases for support.
Pipeline and income generation
● Research, identify, cultivate and secure funding from trusts, foundations, statutory sources, corporate partners, major donors and individual donors and other appropriate income sources.
● Own and manage WSC's fundraising pipeline, ensuring opportunities are appropriately researched, assessed, prioritised, progressed and recorded from prospect through to renewal.
● Lead the end-to-end development of funding applications, coordinating input from programme, finance, communications and other colleagues and ensuring applications are compelling, accurate and submitted on time.
● Maintain accurate pipeline data and income forecasts, using these to identify funding gaps, opportunities and risks and to inform organisational planning.
● Monitor the wider fundraising environment and identify emerging opportunities, risks and trends relevant to WSC.
- · Ensure appropriate due diligence is undertaken and agreements are in place before accepting significant gifts or grants, in line with WSC's policies and procedures.
- · Ensure donations and grants are processed, recorded and acknowledged promptly and accurately, working with the Finance Officer and other colleagues as appropriate.
Grant Management and Renewal
· Maintain an overview of WSC's active grants, including reporting requirements, key commitments, deadlines and renewal opportunities.
· Ensure funder reporting deadlines and grant commitments are identified and managed proactively working with relevant colleagues across WSC.
· Lead the preparation and submission of narrative funder reports, working with the programme and finance colleagues to evidence progress, outcomes and impact.
· Work closely with the Finance Officer to ensure financial reports and expenditure information provided to funders are accurate, timely and consistent with grant agreements.
· Develop renewal plans 4-6 months ahead of grant end dates or earlier where required by the funder and lead the renewal process in collaboration with the Executive Director and Finance Officer.
· Maintain and develop funder relationships throughout the grant cycle using reporting, meetings and other opportunities to demonstrate impact and strengthen relationships.
Fundraising Systems, Finance and Reporting
● Maintain accurate and up-to-date fundraising records, identifying an appropriate CRM and ensuring key information, relationships, deadlines and actions are documented.
● Work closely with the Finance Officer to develop realistic application budgets, monitor grant income and expenditure and ensure financial information provided to funders is accurate and consistent.
● Ensure appropriate fundraising records and documentation are maintained including applications, grant agreements, reports, correspondence and due diligence.
Line management, collaboration and worker-led fundraising
· Recruit, line manage and support future fundraising staff as the charity grows, providing clear direction, regular supervision, constructive feedback and opportunities for professional development.
· Develop effective systems and processes that enable the fundraising team to work consistently, collaboratively and efficiently as the function grows.
· Manage freelancers, agencies or consultants as required.
· Participate in WSC's Senior Management Team, contributing to organisational planning, strategic decision-making and alignment across WSC's work
· Collaborate with policy, casework, operations, communications and other colleagues to align fundraising with organisational priorities.
· Champion WSC's worker-driven governance model and ensure that workers have meaningful influence over fundraising activity and how their experiences are represented.
· Co-produce fundraising outputs with workers, prioritising their voices, interests, dignity and agency.
· Actively contribute to a values-led, inclusive and collaborative working culture.
· Ensure fundraising knowledge, relationships, decisions and organisational learning are appropriately documented and shared, supporting organisational resilience and continuity.
Communications and narrative
● Work closely with the Communications and Narratives Lead to develop compelling, audience-specific cases for support, donor communications and fundraising materials.
● Support the development and use of evidence, impact data and worker-centred narratives in fundraising.
● Ensure that fundraising and communications involving workers are ethical, accessible and based on meaningful consent, agency and participation.
Governance, compliance & organisational reporting
● Ensure fundraising activity complies with relevant charity law and regulation, fundraising standards, data protection requirements and WSC policies.
● Ensure appropriate due diligence, gift acceptance and risk assessment processes are followed for significant gifts, grants and partnerships.
● Provide regular fundraising reports and analysis to the Executive Director and Board, highlighting progress against targets, pipeline value, income risks and opportunities.
● Support the Executive Director and Board with information required for organisational planning, financial forecasting and reporting to funders and other stakeholders.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Please refer to the attached full Job Description and Person Specification for detailed requirements.
Key Essentials:
- Significant experience in fundraising, income generation or business development with a demonstrable track record of securing income from trusts and foundations and statutory sources.
- Experience of building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.
- Experience developing and delivering fundraising strategies
- Understanding of charity governance, compliance, fundraising regulation and data protection (GDPR)
- Knowledge of, or strong demonstrated interest in, labour rights, migrant rights and/or human rights issues
- Advanced level degree or equivalent professional experience in Fundraising or a related field
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a covering letter telling us what appeals to you about this role and what makes you a strong candidate (no longer than one side of A4)
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Fundraising Officer
Salary: £28,360 per annum
Letchworth Garden City/ home working (hybrid)
Full time (35 hours a week)
Permanent
Flexible working considered
Are you a people person with a can-do attitude? Do you have some experience of fundraising, or are you looking to start your fundraising career? We have the perfect role for you!
Join our friendly team
We are looking for someone with strong communication and relationship building skills, who will enjoy enthusing others to support our cause. Ideally you will have some community or events fundraising experience, but for the right person, relevant transferable skills and an enthusiastic approach are just as important. We encourage you to apply, even if you feel you may not meet all the criteria listed.
Our charity
MS Trust brings together expertise from every angle to help everyone feel more in control of their MS today and every day. Through trusted information and compassionate support, the training of new MS healthcare professionals, and research rooted in real experience – we’re here for every MS. Every day.
The role
This is an exciting role, where you will look after a variety of fundraising events and initiatives. You will work within the Events and Community Fundraising Team to ensure we are offering a wide mix of fundraising opportunities for our supporters. This includes taking part in third party events, fundraising in their own community, or taking on a virtual challenge. You will encourage new and existing supporters to take part in these activities and support them on their fundraising journey.
What we can offer
· 25 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays, which increases with length of service to 30 days.
· Company pension with enhanced employer contribution. Salary Sacrifice scheme available.
· Death in Service benefit.
· Sick pay.
· Hybrid working.
· Employee assistance Programme
· Fantastic office location with free parking, local to town centre and train station. Good transport links to London and Cambridge.
· Learning and development policy to develop all staff.
· Cycle to work scheme, Volunteering Day and Season ticket loans.
Find out more and apply
Please visit our website to download a job pack and application form (CVs will not be considered).
As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), we appreciate your time completing the form, as this allows us to keep our recruitment process fair and neutral.
Closing date: Monday 14 September 2026 at 9am
First Interviews: Tuesday 22 or Wednesday 23 September 2026
We exist to give everyone living with MS the knowledge and confidence they need to feel more in control of their MS today and every day.
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Empowering the next generation
We’re looking for an incredible, self-starting fundraiser to help transform the lives of young people and raise vital funds to support RAF Air Cadets. If you’re passionate about CSR, skilled at connecting supporters to a genuine cause and passionate about providing air cadets with unforgettable opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.
The Air Cadet Charity is an independent organisation dedicated to supporting the RAF Air Cadets. We provide essential grants for activities, cutting-edge equipment, and life-changing experiences that go beyond standard provision. From funding flight simulators and drone technology to enabling international expeditions, STEM projects, and leadership training, we give young people the tools to excel. Operating primarily on voluntary contributions made via cadet subscriptions from across the RAF Air Cadet organisation, we are now strategically expanding our fundraising focus toward corporate support.
This is an exciting role where you will take the lead on building upon our existing corporate foundations and establishing our dedicated corporate supporter network from the ground up. We are a close-knit, collaborative team offering a supportive workplace where your vision and contributions will directly shape our growth.
Please note this role is primarily home-based with travel across the UK for supporter engagement, meetings, and events.
Key responsibilities
- Corporate giving: Identify, cultivate, and secure valuable philanthropic donations and financial support from businesses aligned with our mission, driving the primary focus of the role to grow our corporate donor base.
- Income generation & strategy: Drive income growth by developing and delivering against agreed corporate fundraising targets, building a sustainable pipeline of new supporters, and actively monitoring and reporting on financial progress.
- Diversified fundraising & income generation: Oversee and manage our broader fundraising streams—including individual donors and digital/website giving channels—alongside handling occasional applications, stewardship, and reporting for existing trusts, foundations, and major donors as required.
- Stewardship & relationship management: Deliver exceptional, high-touch stewardship to build long-lasting, meaningful relationships with our corporate donors, individual supporters, and stakeholders.
- Collaboration: Work alongside our team to co-create inspiring case studies, impact reports, and marketing materials highlighting how philanthropic donations directly benefit cadets.
- Representation: Act as an enthusiastic ambassador for our charity at networking functions, corporate meetings, and cadet showcases.
This role reports to the Charity Director and works closely with the Marketing and Engagement Officer, collaborating across income generation and marketing to support our mission.
Person specification
- Essential experience: Proven track record in corporate fundraising within the charity sector, with a strong emphasis on securing corporate donations and an ability to manage multiple income streams as a sole fundraiser.
- Relationship building: Exceptional networking, negotiation, and communication skills with a natural talent for inspiring supporters to invest in our grant-making cause.
- Commercial acumen: Strong understanding of corporate social responsibility (CSR) objectives and philanthropic giving.
- Working style: Highly self-motivated, entrepreneurial, and capable of working independently in a remote/hybrid environment while contributing to a friendly team culture.
- Travel requirements: A willingness and ability to travel regularly across the UK—including to London and various regional locations—for corporate meetings, relationship building, and charity events.
- General Support: A willingness to undertake other reasonable duties to support our team and wider charity goals.
Desirable skills:
- Familiarity with CRM systems or donor databases.
- Proven ability to plan and deliver corporate engagement events.
- Knowledge of digital marketing and social media to support fundraising campaigns.
- Understanding of the youth sector or uniformed organisations.
- Familiarity with the Armed Forces, defence sector, or military-charity networks, bringing a helpful understanding of defence contacts and sector terminology.
- Background in managing trusts, foundations, individual donors, or major donors and building face-to-face relationships.
- Experience writing compelling applications and stewardship reports for trusts, foundations, and major donors.
Why join us?
- Be part of a friendly, supportive, and dedicated team where your ideas matter.
- Enjoy the flexibility of home-based working while staying closely connected with colleagues and supporters.
- 26 days annual leave (pro-rata for part-time hours) plus bank holidays and a Christmas shutdown period.
- 5% employer pension contribution.
- Life assurance cover at 4x your salary.
- The chance to see the direct, inspiring impact of your work on young people's lives.
How to apply
Submit your CV and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) detailing your relevant fundraising experience and why you are inspired to support our charity's mission.
Application Timeline & Process:
- Closing Date: 9am Friday 2nd October
- Shortlisting & Interviews: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted shortly after the closing date, with interviews to be held at the end of October.
- Interview Format: A single-round interview process featuring a brief, pre-interview practical task to give us a chance to see your skills in action.
The Air Cadet Charity is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About you
You will be organised, resourceful and confident at turning stories and evidence into compelling fundraising content.
Fundraising experience is welcome, but transferable skills in communications, marketing, business development or supporter care are also valued.
- Experience in fundraising, communications, marketing or business development.
- Strong, audience-focused writing skills.
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Understanding of donor stewardship and supporter journeys.
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Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
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CRM or database experience is helpful.
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Collaborative approach and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
For more information, please download the Information Pack. For an informal conversation about the role, please email recruitment in the first instance.
To Apply:
Please email recruitment with your CV and a written statement explaining how you meet the person specification and what you will bring to Thrive. Your statement should explain why you want the role, how your experience fits and what you would bring to Thrive.
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Universify Education is looking for a passionate and motivated Fundraising Officer to deliver the charity's fundraising activities and engage Universify’s community to enable the ongoing running of our transformative programmes. This is a great opportunity for someone experienced in fundraising to gain a deeper understanding of charity fundraising, finance, impact reporting and governance.
THE ROLE
As the Fundraising Officer, you will plan and deliver the charity’s income generation strategy, covering Trusts and Foundations, Individual Giving and Public Fundraising. You will work with the programme team to create integrated charity communications to increase awareness of the charity’s impact. You will also work in collaboration with the CEO on the charity’s financial management and governance.
There is flexibility within the role to try other aspects of the charity’s work, including programme delivery and working with young people. Please see our job description for further information about working at Universify.
THE CHARITY
Universify exists to create a fairer, more equal society where every young person can fulfil their potential regardless of their background. We work primarily with Year 10-11 students (aged 14-16) to increase their aspirations, improve GCSE attainment and to gain a greater understanding of post-18 pathways, particularly university, to make a more informed decision about their future. Our main Oxford programme includes a week-long residential in summer of Year 10, a 3-day GCSE-focused revision residential in the spring of Year 11, and regular online coaching.
Main Duties
- Plan and deliver the charity’s income generation strategy, including Trusts and Foundations, Individual Giving, and Public Fundraising campaigns
- Identify new opportunities and maintain a database of fundraising prospects
- Create funding bids, project budgets and grant reports
- Track and report on fundraising progress to the CEO and wider staff team, with development opportunities to report to the board of trustees
- Deepen engagement with existing stakeholders through stewardship
- Collaborate with the programme team to create and manage integrated charity communications to increase awareness of the charity’s impact
- Alongside the CEO, contribute to the charity's financial management including payments and payroll
- Support the team in one ad hoc function (based on candidate’s preferences and skills)
- Volunteer and tutor recruitment and onboarding, or
- Impact reporting and CRM maintenance, or
- Charity governance, filing duties, and financial management, or
- Safeguarding support.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Required skills and characteristics
- Clear communicator, able to adapt written communication to suit a range of audiences
- Ability to work independently, organise a pipeline of work and communicate progress to a team
- Ability to create and maintain relationships with a range of external stakeholders
- Able to think creatively and identify opportunities to raise funds
- Proactive, adaptable and self-motivated
- Basic understanding of trusts and foundations fundraising processes (prospecting, application cycles, stewardship)
- Basic understanding of project budgets and data analysis; attention to detail and accurate with handling information
- Works well in a small team and is interested in working in a small organisation
Required experience
We are looking for candidates with the following experience:
- Experience prospecting and writing bids in a charity or commercial setting
- Experience in stakeholder management and stewardship
- Experience working flexibly across multiple projects
- Experience in managing a large project independently; ready to take the initiative to deliver a project to a high standard
- Experience and confidence in using MS Office and Excel
Desirable experience and skills
Ideally, candidates would have experience in some of the following areas:
- Track record of fundraising success across multiple income streams and identifying new opportunities to raise funds
- Experience preparing fundraising budgets
- Experience in using Canva or other design tools
- Experience of using the basic functions of a CRM and a willingness to build this knowledge
- Previous experience working within the UK secondary education sector and knowledge of the UK university access and outreach sector
- Some data analysis skills
Please ensure your CV includes:
1. All education and qualifications to date, including pending qualifications. Please include School / College / University; Date obtained; Qualification Grade
2. Full employment history, starting with your current or most recent employment, and explanations for any gaps. Please include Employer; Post Held and Key Responsibilities; Start and End Dates; Reason for leaving/ gap in employment
3. Details of two professional referees, one of whom should be your latest employer.
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We’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person who can help us grow our fundraising and generate vital income to support our work with unpaid carers across County Durham and Darlington.
This is a varied role where you’ll lead on developing fundraising opportunities, from researching trusts and foundations and preparing high-quality funding applications, to building relationships with local businesses, community groups and supporters.
About the role
You’ll work with colleagues across the organisation to identify funding opportunities and help us demonstrate the difference our services make to carers.
Your work will include:
- Researching trusts, foundations and other funding opportunities
- Preparing funding applications, proposals and expressions of interest
- Developing community fundraising and individual giving
- Building relationships with local businesses, community groups and supporters
- Developing corporate partnerships, sponsorship and Charity of the Year opportunities
- Supporting local people and groups who want to fundraise for us
- Preparing reports for funders and helping us demonstrate the impact of their support
We’re looking for someone with experience in fundraising, business development, grant applications or income generation, alongside strong written communication and relationship-building skills.
Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, proactive and shares our commitment to improving the lives of unpaid carers.
Please visit our website to download the full Job Description, Person Specification and Application Form.
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The Centre for ADHD and Autism Support (CAAS) is looking for a passionate, proactive and relationship-focused Fundraising Officer to help grow our income and expand our impact across North West London.
Every year, CAAS supports hundreds of ADHD and autistic children, young people, adults and their families through information, advice, support services, training and community programmes. As demand for our services continues to grow, we are seeking a talented fundraiser who can help us build strong supporter relationships, develop new income streams, and ensure our vital work reaches even more people.
If you are an experienced fundraiser who enjoys building connections, creating opportunities and making a real difference in your community, we'd love to hear from you.
Location: Eastcote, HA4 9XA (with some potential for home working)
Salary: £30,000 FTE (£17,122 pro rata, inclusive of holiday allowance)
Hours: 22 hours per week during term time (39 weeks) plus 7 hours per week for 7 weeks during school holidays
Reports to: Fundraising & Communications Manager
About the Role
Working closely with the Fundraising & Communications Manager and CEO, you will play a key role in developing and delivering fundraising activities that generate sustainable income and increase awareness of CAAS.
This varied and rewarding role will include:
- Developing and delivering community fundraising initiatives and events
- Recruiting and supporting individual and community fundraisers
- Building relationships with donors, schools, community groups and corporate partners
- Researching and developing new fundraising opportunities
- Supporting trust and grant applications
- Helping to grow digital and social media fundraising campaigns
- Maintaining fundraising records and supporter data using our CRM
- Representing CAAS at events, presentations and community engagements
You will also act as an ambassador for the charity, delivering excellent supporter care and helping donors understand the impact of their contributions.
About You
We're looking for someone who brings enthusiasm, initiative and a proven ability to generate income through fundraising activities.
You will have:
Essential
- Experience in a fundraising role, ideally within the charity or not-for-profit sector
- A successful track record in community fundraising, events, individual giving or related income generation
- Experience building relationships with donors, supporters, community groups or corporate partners
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Excellent written skills, including experience preparing funding applications or fundraising materials
- Experience using a CRM or database to manage supporter information
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
- A positive, professional and collaborative approach
Desirable
- Experience supporting fundraising volunteers or volunteer groups
- Corporate fundraising experience
- Experience contributing to larger trust and foundation applications
- Knowledge of digital fundraising and social media campaigns
- A fundraising qualification or equivalent experience
- Full UK driving licence
You do not need previous experience of working with ADHD or autistic people. Full training will be provided. What matters most is that you share our commitment to inclusion, diversity and improving the lives of neurodivergent people and their families.
Why Join CAAS?
- Make a genuine difference to local families and communities
- Join a passionate and supportive team
- Flexible working arrangements available
- Opportunity to develop your fundraising career across multiple income streams
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Be part of a respected charity with a growing impact across North West London
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
CAAS values diversity and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ candidates.
We are committed to flexible working and will consider options including term-time working, compressed hours, annualised hours and job-share arrangements where appropriate.
Safeguarding
CAAS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The successful candidate will be required to provide satisfactory references, complete pre-employment checks and undertake an Enhanced DBS check.
Apply Now
Join us and help create neurodiverse-aware communities where ADHD and autistic people can thrive.
If you’re looking for a supportive, inclusive workplace, we’d be delighted to receive your application, along with a short covering note.
Please note
If you haven’t heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted for interview. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unfortunately unable to respond to everyone individually.
Thank you for considering a role with us – we genuinely value your interest and hope you will consider applying for future opportunities.
Our mission is to support, educate and empower individuals diagnosed with ADHD or who are autistic, their families and the community around them.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
FUNDRAISING OFFICER
Are you a natural people person with a passion for building relationships and making things happen?
Do you enjoy bringing communities together, creating engaging events, and inspiring others to support a great cause?
- Organisation: Winchester Food & Basics Bank
- Salary: Up to £32,500 FTE depending on experience
- Hours: Part time 21.5 hours (3 days)
- Location: Winchester, hybrid working
This is an exciting opportunity to join Winchester Food & Basics Bank in a newly created role where you'll help shape the charity's fundraising future. As the face of community fundraising, you'll raise the charity's profile across Winchester, develop local partnerships, and create events that engage supporters and generate vital income.
We're looking for someone with energy, confidence and initiative. Attitude is just as important as experience. If you're a natural networker who enjoys meeting people and building connections, we'd love to hear from you.
What you'll do:
- Plan and deliver fundraising events
- Raise the charity's profile locally
- Build relationships with businesses and supporters
- Develop corporate partnerships and sponsorships
- Lead community fundraising campaigns
- Identify new funding opportunities
- Coordinate volunteers and supporters.
We'd love to hear from you if you:
- Have experience in events, fundraising, marketing or partnerships
- Are confident, outgoing and approachable
- Enjoy networking and relationship building
- Can work independently and bring fresh ideas
- Are organised and proactive
- Have strong local knowledge and community connections
- Are passionate about supporting people in need
Why join us?
- Shape a brand-new role
- Build meaningful partnerships across Winchester
- Enjoy variety, autonomy and creativity
- Become an ambassador for a valued local charity
- Make a visible difference in your community
If you're looking for a role where you can make your mark, grow community support and help transform lives, we'd love to hear from you.
If you feel you have relevant skills and experience, please submit your CV and supporting statement to Sandra Smith, Senior Consultant via the Charisma Charity Recruitment website.
Closing date for applications: 30th September
Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received, we therefore encourage early applications as we may progress candidates to interview before the application deadline.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.
Purpose of the role:
As Community Fundraising Officer, you'll play a key role in growing Sheffield Hospitals Charity's income, reach and relationships across Sheffield.
This is a role where you'll have real ownership, managing your own portfolio of community partnerships, self-led fundraising, collections and volunteers, while building new relationships and finding opportunities to grow support for the charity.
You'll develop and deliver community fundraising projects and campaigns taking ideas from planning through to delivery and evaluation. You'll be encouraged to bring your own ideas, try new approaches and look beyond what we've always done to find new ways to engage people, groups and businesses.
Working closely with colleagues across the charity and Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, you'll use your relationships, creativity and drive to turn opportunities into action, grow income and build long-term community support. If you're someone who loves meeting people, building relationships, spotting opportunities and making things happen, this could be the role for you.
What you’ll be responsible for:
Income Generation
Work to achieve agreed income targets by developing community fundraising opportunities and relationships with new and existing supporters.
Manage a portfolio of community fundraisers and supporters, providing advice, resources and support to maximise income and engagement.
Lead community fundraising activities and campaigns, including Mince Pie Morning, ensuring they are well planned and promoted to maximise participation, income and engagement.
Develop and manage partnerships with colleges, community groups and organisations, securing annual and multi-year commitments and opportunities to increase fundraising and awareness.
Act as the main contact for community partnerships, providing support and stewardship and attending relevant fundraising activities and events.
Develop supporter journeys for community fundraisers and partners, using communications and stewardship to encourage continued engagement and retention.
Manage community collection activity, developing relationships with supermarkets, football stadiums, train stations and other partners to secure regular and seasonal opportunities.
Identify new collection opportunities, evaluating income, resource and engagement to focus activity where it has the greatest impact.
Keep up to date with community fundraising trends and developments, identifying new opportunities, approaches and technologies to maximise income and engagement.
Support fundraising activity with NHS staff, developing opportunities to engage staff across Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust. Use the fundraising database to accurately record and monitor community fundraising, income, engagement and supporter relationships.
Monitor, evaluate and report on community fundraising against agreed targets, using learning to inform future activity and budgets.
Collaborative Working
Work with the Brand & Communications team to develop promotional activity, share supporter stories and identify PR and awareness opportunities.
Work with the Events Fundraising team to use community contacts to promote charity events, encourage participation and maximise fundraising.
Support the events programme through regular attendance, typically – but not exclusively – as a volunteer manager.
Work with the Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager to develop opportunities for businesses and corporate groups to support community fundraising.
Build and maintain relationships with colleagues across our beneficiary NHS Trusts to increase awareness and identify staff and departmental engagement opportunities.
Develop resources, toolkits and guidance with colleagues to support community fundraisers, volunteers and partners.
Share community fundraising insight and learning with the wider fundraising team to inform campaigns, supporter journeys and plans.
Volunteers
Deliver the charity’s volunteer recruitment and engagement strategy, including effective recruitment, onboarding and retention.
Build positive relationships with volunteers, fostering a sense of community, belonging and common purpose.
Recruit, coordinate and support volunteers across fundraising activities, events and collections.
Develop volunteer journeys, recognising contribution and encouraging long-term involvement.
Develop relationships with volunteer leads across corporate groups, universities and community organisations to increase volunteer recruitment and engagement.
Maintain accurate volunteer records and monitor engagement using the charity’s CRM.
General
Represent Sheffield Hospitals Charity at fundraising, community and networking events, acting as an ambassador and communicating the charity’s impact through presentations, speeches and cheque presentations.
Ensure community fundraising activity complies with Fundraising Regulator requirements, GDPR and relevant charity policies and procedures.
Complete risk assessments for community fundraising and volunteer activity, ensuring the health and safety of supporters and volunteers.
Attend relevant training, workshops, webinars and networking opportunities to maintain and develop community fundraising knowledge.
Attend and contribute to team, project and organisational meetings and one-to-ones.
Undertake other duties appropriate to the role and level of responsibility.
We help Sheffield’s hospitals, community teams, mental health and specialist services to cover the costs that the NHS can’t.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Use your people skills, creativity and drive to help local people receive free, specialist hospice care.
At Princess Alice Hospice, we support people through life, death and grief across the London Boroughs of Kingston, Richmond and large parts of Surrey. We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised Community, Corporate and Events Fundraising Officer to join our Fundraising team.
What we offer:
·27 days’ annual leave plus recognised public holidays, rising with service, pro rata for part-time.
-Access to Group Personal Pension Plan (provided by Scottish Widows) plus we also offer an Auto-enrolment pension with NEST. If you have been a member of the NHS Pension Scheme, you may be able to continue your contributions to that scheme during your time at Princess Alice Hospice.
·Employee Assistance Programme and Blue Light Card access.
·Educational and professional development opportunities, supported by our on-site Education Team.
·Training, support and development opportunities.
·Subsidised meals, wellbeing support and a supportive working environment.
As our Community, Corporate and Events Fundraising Officer, you will play a key role in generating income through community fundraising, corporate partnerships and challenge events. Reporting to the Senior Community, Corporate and Events Fundraiser, you will help build strong relationships with supporters, community groups and local businesses, identify new opportunities and deliver fundraising projects that make a real difference.
This varied role offers the chance to work across corporate partnerships, community engagement, challenge events and supporter communications. You will provide excellent supporter stewardship, maximise opportunities with existing supporters and help develop new ideas and partnerships to grow this vital income stream for Princess Alice Hospice.
What you will bring as Community, Corporate and Events Fundraising Officer:
·Experience in fundraising, community fundraising, sales, account management, business development or another customer-facing role.
·Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to build relationships with supporters, businesses and community groups.
·Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage a varied workload.
·A proactive approach to identifying opportunities, developing ideas and delivering fundraising activity.
·A passion for supporter stewardship and inspiring people to support a cause that matters.
·A full driving licence and flexibility to attend occasional evening and weekend events.
If you are ready to make a meaningful difference as a Community, Corporate and Events Fundraising Officer, we would love to hear from you. Please click on the link to submit your application today!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Head of Public Fundraising & Engagement (9-Month Maternity Cover)
Location:
Remote with some travelling needs to Leatherhead and Redhill, Surrey and other areas related to Fundraising Team activities
Salary:
£55,000 per annum plus SeeAbility benefits
Hours:
Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract:
Fixed Term, 9 Month (Maternity Cover)
Join us in transforming lives
SeeAbility is a specialist charity supporting people with learning disabilities, autism and sight loss to live ambitious, fulfilling lives. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Public Fundraising & Engagement to join us on a 9-month maternity cover contract.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an accomplished fundraising leader to step into a well-established role, providing strategic leadership to our public fundraising and engagement programme during an important period for the organisation.
About the Role
Reporting to the Director of Development, you will lead our public fundraising and supporter engagement activity, driving income growth across individual giving, community fundraising, events, challenges and supporter stewardship.
You will manage and motivate a talented team, ensuring delivery against ambitious income targets while continuing to build strong relationships with supporters, volunteers and stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the delivery of SeeAbility's public fundraising and engagement strategy.
- Driving income growth and supporter retention across multiple fundraising streams.
- Developing innovative campaigns and supporter journeys.
- Leading, coaching and developing a high-performing team.
- Monitoring performance, budgets and fundraising KPIs.
- Working collaboratively across the organisation to maximise supporter engagement and impact.
- Ensuring fundraising activities remain compliant and aligned with best practice.
About You
We are looking for a confident and inspiring fundraising professional who can quickly build relationships, provide strong leadership and maintain momentum across a busy fundraising portfolio.
You will have:
- Significant experience in public fundraising, supporter engagement or individual giving.
- A proven track record of achieving income growth and fundraising targets.
- Experience managing and developing teams.
- Strong strategic and operational planning skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- A collaborative, proactive and solutions-focused approach.
Why Join SeeAbility?
At SeeAbility, you'll be joining a passionate and supportive team committed to making a real difference to people's lives. This is an opportunity to play a key leadership role, contribute immediately and help shape the future of our fundraising and engagement activities.
We offer:
- Flexible and hybrid working
- A supportive and inclusive culture
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact from day one
Apply Today
If you are an experienced fundraising leader looking for an exciting interim opportunity where you can make an immediate difference, we'd love to hear from you. Please see the Job Profile for extensive details about the role.
Join SeeAbility and help us create a world where people with learning disabilities, autism and sight loss can achieve extraordinary things.
Safer Recruitment
SeeAbility is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. All colleagues are expected to uphold this commitment.
Successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including:
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (where appropriate)
- Identity, current address and right-to-work verification
- Health declaration to ensure that you are medically suitable for the role you have been offered
- Employment references relating to work with children or vulnerable adults
All checks are completed at SeeAbility’s expense before a start date is confirmed.
Diversity & Inclusion
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences, including those with disabilities or who are neurodivergent.
- Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.
- In exceptional circumstances, a genuine occupational requirement may apply under the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1)
For this role, gender is considered a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010
Our mission is to champion and deliver ambitious support and preventative services alongside people with learning disabilities, autism and sight loss,
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Fundraising Officer, Peterborough Cathedral — £32,000
Help write the next chapter for one of England's great cathedrals. No fundraising background? Bring your relationship-building skills, we'll teach you the rest.
Peterborough Cathedral is at a genuinely exciting turning point. We're delivering an ambitious Strategic Review and Masterplan, and moving fundraising away from reactive, crisis-driven appeals towards something more strategic and sustainable, built on real relationships, better systems and disciplined stewardship. This role sits right at the heart of that shift, and whoever joins us now will help shape how it's done for years to come.
You don't need to have worked in fundraising before. We're looking for someone who knows how to build trust and manage relationships, whether that's come from sales, account management, hospitality, events, customer service, education, local government or anywhere else people-focused. If you can communicate clearly, stay organised under competing priorities, and genuinely care about doing right by the people you work with, we can teach you the fundraising craft. Full training, a structured induction and regular one-to-one support from our Head of Fundraising are all part of the package.
What you'll actually be doing:
- Looking after our donors, helping deliver our Stewardship Plan so supporters feel valued and connected, managing day-to-day donor communications, keeping our CRM in good shape, and supporting legacy and planned-giving work.
- Helping us win grants, with full training and support, you'll help prepare applications to funders like the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Historic England and the Cathedral Sustainability Fund, research new opportunities, and help build compelling cases for support.
- Building corporate and civic relationships, connecting the Cathedral with businesses and partners across the city and beyond.
- Working across the whole Cathedral community, from Finance and Marketing to Visitor Experience, Music, Learning and Worship, because fundraising here isn't a siloed function, it's woven into everything we do.
We know brilliant fundraisers come from all kinds of backgrounds, so if you don't tick every box on the person spec, we'd still love to hear from you. What matters most is your attitude, your communication skills and your willingness to learn, and a sympathy with the Cathedral's Christian ethos and values.
In return, you'll get:
- £32,000 salary, plus enrolment in the Cathedral pension scheme (post-probation)
- 37.5 hours a week on a flexible working pattern
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- A structured induction and training plan, with regular one-to-one support from the Head of Fundraising
- A genuinely rare chance to build a fundraising career inside a 900-year-old institution during a period of real, tangible change
If that sounds like the kind of role where your people skills could do something meaningful — get in touch.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.





