Major donor development officer jobs
Age International is dedicated to supporting older people living in the most challenging circumstances. As part of the Age UK Group and the UK member of the HelpAge global network, we champion healthy ageing, tackle ageism, deliver age inclusive humanitarian aid, and advocate for income security later in life.
We're looking for a driven Direct Marketing Manager - Acquisition on a 12-month fixed term contract to lead our donor recruitment programme and inspire the UK public to support our life changing work for the first time.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the full acquisition journey across multiple channels while contributing directly to major emergency responses through Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) appeals.
This is a hands on role in a small, passionate team, with the space to innovate and directly influence our future supporter programme.
We offer hybrid working, with a minimum of one day a week in our London office (including one Thursday of the month for our Age International 'all-staff' days).
Please note that our core working days are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Must haves:
The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process: Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P
Experience
* Proven successful experience in a direct marketing role. (A, I)
* Delivered and managed effective direct marketing campaigns. (A, I)
* Worked across a variety of offline and online direct marketing channels. (A, I)
* Experience working with a supporter or customer database (A, I)
* Experience of managing internal and external stakeholders to deliver campaigns including copy and artwork sign off. (A, I)
* Experience of following internal processes, recognising potential improvements and implementing them. (I)
* Experience of line management and performance management (A, I)
Skills and knowledge
* Confident in using databases and digital reporting tools such as Google Analytics. (A, I)
* Strong numerical and analytical skills. (A, I)
* Creative process management, from creative briefing through to production. (I, T)
* Excellent project management and prioritisation skills; able to work to tight deadlines and under pressure. (I)
* Excellent written English skills with good attention to detail, including ability to review copy for accuracy and compliance. (A, I, P, T)
Personal attributes
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work with people at all levels. (I)
* Share the charity's values. (I)
* Flexible team player, willing to get stuck in. (I)
* Willingness to learn new skills and implement them within your role. (I)
Great to Have's:
The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process: Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P
Experience
* Experience of working in a direct marketing role within a charity. (A, I)
* Experience of working through an innovation process. (A, I)
Skills and Knowledge
* Working knowledge of email and CMS platforms (DotDigital, Episerver). (A, I)
* Used collaborative digital platforms such as MS Teams, Trello. (I)
Personal attributes
* An interest in international development and humanitarian work. (I)
What we offer in return
- Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
- Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, Health cashback plan and EAP
- Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan
- Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
- Blue Light Card Scheme
- You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.
Additional Information
Supporting statements and anonymisation
Candidates are expected to provide a supporting statement that explains how they meet the competencies annotated with an 'A' in the job description, to assess suitability for the position. Age UK acknowledges and accepts that AI may be used to support the application; we do expect candidates to personalise experience, knowledge and skills and failure to do so, may result in your application being rejected.
Please submit a Word version of your CV as it will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role. Our system is unable to anonymise supporting statements and heavily formatted CVs. Please could you remove any personal information including your name before you upload to support our inclusive recruitment process. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us if invited for interview.
Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme
Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. Age UK is a Disability Confident Scheme employer. Due to high numbers of applications received, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.
Reasonable adjustments
Disabled job seekers can access reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for reasonable adjustments are considered on a case-by-case basis, in collaboration with the disabled job seeker to best meet their needs, by contacting the Recruitment Team. Disability disclosures will be kept confidential and only shared on a need-to-know basis to support the implementation of adjustments. Disclosures will not be used to inform hiring decisions.
Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.
Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
For a full list of benefits please visit our website.
Working on our Health Charity Partnership (HCP) with counterparts at the British Heart Foundation, and Cancer Research UK, this award winning, UK-wide partnership aims to improve the health of the nation using the retailer’s reach and influence.
You will be responsible for leading and delivering income generation, project managing strategic activities, and delivering against shared and charity specific goals. You will also contribute to the development and success of the Account Management Team, and support cross team-projects and take on additional tasks as required.
This role will also see you line manage a Partnership Officer (Account Management) who supports on the delivery of the Tesco Partnership.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to join a grantmaking organisation at the intersection of art and philanthropy.
The role: Project Co-ordinator
Hybrid role (London-based)
Salary: £26,936
Reporting into: Founder & Director
About Migrate Art
Migrate Art is a unique creative-social enterprise working at the intersection of art and philanthropy. Since 2019, Migrate Art CIC - and the accompanying charity, Migrate Art CIO (established in 2023) - have used the power of art to raise awareness of social issues and generate transformative funding for charities in the UK.
Through donated artworks from world-renowned artists, Migrate Art has raised over £2m in sales and distributed well over £1m in grants to charities tackling some of the most pressing social challenges today.
This is an exciting moment of growth for the organisation. Demand from artists, partners, and collectors continues to increase, and we are expanding our team to help us drive even greater philanthropic income to the charity sector at a time when small and medium-sized charities are facing unprecedented pressure.
We are now looking for a highly organised, creative and proactive Project Co-ordinator to help accelerate our impact.
The Role
Working closely with the Founder, this role will support the development of artist partnerships, ensure exceptional supporter experience, strengthen digital presence, and help launch a new philanthropic patron network. You will be at the heart of our operations - making sure projects run smoothly and helping Migrate Art scale its mission.
Key Responsibilities
1. Social Media & Digital Engagement
- Create engaging, visually compelling content across Instagram and other platforms
- Manage and grow Migrate Art’s social media following
- Plan and deliver digital campaigns to drive sales and awareness
- Monitor analytics and adapt strategies accordingly
2. Order Processing & Post-Sales Support
- Manage purchase-to-delivery operations for artworks and limited editions
- Liaise with customers to arrange framing, delivery, and payment
- Ensure an exceptional supporter experience from sale to receipt
3. Patron Scheme Development
- Support the design and launch of a new philanthropic patron scheme
- Manage communications with potential patrons
- Coordinate events, stewardship touches, and annual renewal processes
4. Artist Asset & Project Support
- Prepare proofs of images for artist approval
- Manage sign-off processes and production timelines
- Act as a key point of contact for participating artists and studios
- Free up Founder time by coordinating follow-up tasks after commitments are secured
Person Specification
Essential
- Highly organised and able to juggle multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong written and visual communication skills
- Interest in working in the arts, charity, creative or social impact sectors
- Interest in managing social media platforms in a professional or organisational capacity
- Creative eye for design, presentation, and brand consistency
- Comfortable speaking with high-profile artists, partners, and supporters
- Proactive, self-motivated, and able to take initiative in a small-team environment
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes accurately
Desirable
- Knowledge of e-commerce, CRM tools, or digital marketing platforms
- Experience managing events or supporter networks
- Ability to use design tools (e.g. Canva, Adobe suite)
Location & Working Pattern
- Hybrid role based in London
- Flexible mix of remote work and in-person meetings/events
Please include a CV and cover letter in your application, outlining why you are interested in the work of Migrate Art
Timelines:
- Application deadline by Friday 13th
- First round interview w/c 16th (online)
- Second round interview 23rd/ 24th (in person)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Our Second Home is the UK’s youth movement of young people with refugee backgrounds. Since 2018, we have supported over 750 young people from 53 countries to build community, develop leadership skills, and flourish into adulthood in the place they now call home.
Our work begins with transformational residential experiences, where young people form friendships, grow in confidence, and experience belonging – often for the first time since arriving in the UK. From there, many go on to take part in our Leadership Training Programme and local Youth Hubs in London and Bristol, before returning as peer leaders themselves. This cycle of engagement, growth and leadership is at the heart of our theory of change.
We are now entering a pivotal phase of our development, delivering a new 2025–2028 strategy focused on sustainable growth, deeper impact, and long-term resilience. Fundraising is central to this ambition.
The role (Read the recruitment pack for more information)
We are recruiting a Fundraising Manager to act as the organisation’s operational lead for income generation. This is a part-time role (18–24 hours per week) with significant flexibility, ideal for someone who is organised, thoughtful, and motivated by building something meaningful.
The Fundraising Manager will manage and coordinate income across five strands: trusts and foundations, major donors, corporate foundations, individual and digital giving, and statutory funding. While the role has a strong trusts and foundations focus, it offers real scope to build skills and experience across a broad fundraising portfolio.
Working closely with the CEO, a highly experienced freelance Bid Writer, and the wider team, you will be responsible for developing funding pipelines, producing high-quality proposals and applications, stewarding funder relationships, and translating programme impact into compelling narratives. You will also play a key role in donor communications, reporting, CRM management, and supporting campaigns and events.
This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys balancing writing, relationship-building, planning and delivery – and who values doing fundraising with integrity and care.
About you
We are looking for someone with experience in fundraising (particularly trusts and foundations) or strong transferable skills such as persuasive writing, project management, or stakeholder engagement. You will be comfortable managing multiple deadlines, maintaining an organised pipeline, and working independently while staying closely connected to a small team.
You will bring strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to build warm, professional relationships with funders and supporters. Experience using a CRM system is important, as is an understanding of – or willingness to learn about – the UK voluntary sector funding landscape.
Above all, we are looking for someone who aligns with our values: putting young people at the centre, acting with rather than for, creating opportunities for leadership, and building a culture of freedom, respect and acceptance. We warmly welcome applications from people with lived experience of the asylum system.
This is a role for someone who wants their fundraising work to be closely connected to real people, real programmes, and real change – and who is excited to help shape the next chapter of a growing, values-led organisation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Title: Senior Trusts and Foundations Manager
Salary: £40,000 - £44,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time – 37.5 hours per week
Location: Hybrid, with at least two days a week working from Power2’s office in Manchester or London
Annual Leave: 25 days paid holiday each year
Power2 is a fast growing and energetic children and young people's charity that has supported 27,000 young people since 2001. We are based in the North West of England and London and deliver early-intervention asset-based programmes to children and young people who have mental wellbeing challenges and are disengaged from school and more widely. We are well-known for our accredited Teens and Toddlers programme and are supporting young people via Power2 Rediscover, an intensive 1:1 crisis response programme. Our Power2 Thrive programme focuses on improving mental wellbeing.
With our support, children and young people who are experiencing vulnerabilities and disadvantages improve their wellbeing, re-engage with school and learning, build networks and access opportunities.
We’re committed to equality and operate within a culture and structure that recognises diversity and strives to be fair. We live by our values of Brave, Expert and Passionate and we aim to have an entrepreneurial and flexible approach to work.
We are seeking an experienced Trusts and Foundations fundraiser to join our team at Power2, a fast growing and energetic youth charity.
You will lead on fundraising from Trusts and Foundations and be responsible for relationships, applications and reporting to major Trust and Foundation funders. You’ll lead internal processes for prospect research and have oversight of a growing portfolio of potential and existing donors. You will ensure a consistent pipeline of applications to meet your performance indicators and collate information from across the organisation to produce funder reports.
You will have significant and demonstrable experience of fundraising from major Trusts and Foundations. You will have excellent project management skills, be skilled at writing compelling funding bids, be highly numerate and a great team player and collaborator. Previous experience or interest in the youth or education charity sector would be an advantage.
We operate hybrid working, and this role can be based at either our North-West (Ashton-under-Lyne) or London office, with at least two days working in the office per week. We offer flexibility as to when the role’s hours are worked, and exact working patterns can be discussed at interview.
Your expression of interest should be no longer than two pages of A4 and must cover:
· Where you are based
· How your skills and experience match the person specification
· What makes you the right person for the role.
Your CV and personal statement are submitted on the second page of the application process. Applications without a personal statement will not be considered.
We are interviewing on a rolling basis and may appoint before the advertised closing date. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
The successful applicants will be required to undergo and secure an enhanced DBS check (child workforce) and provide details of two referees.
We believe every child and young person deserves the opportunity to thrive, even when things get tougher.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Director of Fundraising & Development
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Starting salary: IRO £52,014 + excellent benefits
Contract type: Permanent
Working hours: Full time
Location: Bickley Hall Farm, Malpas, Cheshire SY14 8EF (with travel across the county). Hybrid and flexible working available
Nature in Cheshire is under pressure but together, we can turn the tide.
Cheshire Wildlife Trust is looking for an inspiring Director of Fundraising & Development to help us grow the support, income, and engagement needed to restore wildlife across the region.
About Us
Cheshire Wildlife Trust is a locally rooted, values-driven charity working to ensure wildlife has a future on land and at sea. As part of the UK-wide federation of Wildlife Trusts, we combine strong local knowledge with national influence.
Supported by more than 17,500 members and thousands of volunteers and partners, we are trusted to speak up for nature, to act boldly, and to deliver lasting change.
About You and The Role
In this senior leadership role, you will lead our fundraising, development and communications teams, shaping strategies that grow our support base so that we can do more for nature. You will build relationships with donors, funders and partners, develop compelling fundraising campaigns and propositions, and inspire a talented team to deliver ambitious goals.
We are looking for someone with a proven track record in fundraising, individual giving, supporter engagement or marketing, who can think strategically, act decisively and creatively, and lead with passion. Most importantly, you will share our belief that everyone has a part to play in creating a wilder future and will help make that possible for Cheshire.
Working with us means making a tangible difference for wildlife, people, and communities. We offer excellent benefits, flexible and hybrid working, a supportive culture, professional development, and the chance to see your work make a real impact across Cheshire’s landscapes.
Closing date: Sunday 15 February 2026
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
We welcome applicants who share our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, and who believe that nature’s recovery must involve everyone.
You may be required to carry out a DBS check for this role.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Sorry, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position.
No agencies please.
Our client has an unparalleled history as a pioneering repertory theatre and the launchpad for some of the most exciting talent in UK theatre both past and present. Established in 1913, producing theatre is the core of the organisation's mission and it creates up to ten productions a year. Now, the team will hire a new Director of Fundraising and Prospectus is leading the search.
The Director of Fundraising is responsible for the delivery and growth of all contributed income, leading the development and management of fundraising targets and budgets, with a primary focus on trusts and foundations, alongside other fundraising routes including major donors, corporate partnerships, individual giving, membership, patrons and events. The postholder will ensure a detailed and sustainable fundraising strategy is implemented and will expand and cultivate prospective supporters across all income steams, managing a brilliant team and working closely with colleagues in Creative Learning and Talent Development departments.
The selected candidate will have a proven track record of accomplishment in fundraising and will be able to demonstrate strategic thinking ideally within an arts fundraising setting. Capital fundraising experience and knowledge will be key too, with the postholder able to demonstrate a track record of telling compelling stories to captivate donors for revenue and capital fundraising asks. You will have a proven track record of significant fundraising across a variety of sources and will ideally have experience of creating and implementing ambitious and credible fundraising strategies and delivery plans.
This role is offered on a hybrid basis with three days a week in the office.
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 Ryan Burdock at Prospectus.
If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.
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. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
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Would you like to use your partnership-building skills to make a difference in the lives of learning disabled and autistic young people?
Are you an experienced fundraiser looking for an opportunity to help shape new business opportunities?
This is a new role in the organisation to help us meet the growing need for a safe space for learning disabled and autistic young people to thrive in. You will play an important role in shaping our new business offer and work closely with the Fundraising and Communications Manager to grow our corporate income, partnerships, and major donor income streams.
Key responsibilities:
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Contribute to and help deliver our new business strategy in line with our organisational priorities
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Actively pursue and create new opportunities for Caxton’s fundraising
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Develop a new business pipeline by researching and building relationships with companies whose values align with our work
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Design and deliver tailored cultivation journeys to convert prospects into high-value partners
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Prepare clear proposals, pitch decks and budgets to support partnership development
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Work closely with the Fundraising and Communications team to create materials and pitches for potential and existing partners
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Maintain accurate records of all partnership activity on our database to support good stewardship, forecasting and reporting
General requirements:
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To amplify the voices of learning disabled and autistic young people
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To ensure that no young person suffers discrimination in access to provision as a result of their gender, ethnic identity, sexuality, disability and/or social background.
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To work within and according to Caxton Youth Organisation’s policies and procedures.
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To work in a supportive manner with the staff team, volunteers, and trainees.
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To undertake training relevant to the post, as identified through supervision.
Caxton Youth Organisation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider all reasonable adjustments under the terms of the Equality Act (2010) to enable an applicant with a disability (as defined under the Act) to meet the requirements of the post. We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups.
Person Specification
Essential
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Experience of moving fundraising relationships through a pipeline from identification to active supporters.
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Significant and demonstrable experience of building five figure partnerships.
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Good, demonstrable knowledge of commercial sector and how to access decision makers.
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Working to KPI’s and annual targets
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Understanding and experience of brand and strategic charitable partnerships and/or Charity of the Year style partnerships
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Demonstrable experience of supporter relationship management to aid retention, maximise income and secure repeat support
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Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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A proactive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn
Desirable
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An understanding of challenges faced by learning disabled and autistic young people
Personal Attributes and Other Requirements
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Strong sense of collaborative work, excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Highly motivated, curious and thoughtful
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Self-starter, able to use own initiative to show insight and manage competing deadlines.
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Is dependable and professional.
Caxton Youth Organisation:
Caxton Youth Organisation is the only specialist youth club of its kind for learning disabled and autistic young people in Westminster aged 11 to 25. There is nowhere quite like Caxton Youth Club; that’s what the young people we work with and their families tell us, and we passionately believe it too.
Caxton has been around for 77 years, quite something for a small but mighty charity, and our longevity says so much about the importance of the services we provide to ensure young people with disabilities in Westminster are able to advance in their personal development, develop a sense of belonging in our community, and lead independent and fulfilling lives.
The majority of our work is delivered at our dedicated youth club in South Westminster. Our youth work team focus on young people’s social and emotional wellbeing, independence, employability, creating community and opportunities, social action and health & getting active. All these topics are explored during weekly youth club sessions which take place in the evenings, and young people are supported to attend thanks to our very own Caxton minibus which collects and drops participants home across the borough. During school holidays we run trips, including residential trips, giving our members the opportunity to experience life outside London, and parents and caregivers some much needed respite.
Essential Safer Recruitment Criteria
1. A cleared Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level. This check is necessary as the work involves dealing with or having access to children and vulnerable adults whilst undertaking normal duties.
2. The candidate must be able to provide at least two relevant references prior to taking up the post.
Application Process:
Please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role through Charity Jobs before the closing date. We will be doing rolling interviews as we receive applications.
We will host first-stage interviews the week of the 26th of January.
Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. You will also be required to work from our London office/clubrooms at a minimum of once a fortnight, preferably once a week, as part of our hybrid arrangements
Please attach a cover letter outlining your experience in relation to the person specifications for the role.
A specialist youth club for learning disabled and autistic young people in Westminster
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Guts UK is the only charity that covers the digestive system from top to tail, including the gut, the liver and the pancreas. The charity focuses particularly on the conditions that have no other specific charity or voice - conditions that are underserved, such as pancreatitis, diverticular disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), childhood gut and liver disease, and digestive cancers. With their mission being to improve the lives of the millions of people affected by digestive conditions, they are looking for their first Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy Manager to help them reach that goal.
The Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy Manager is responsible for developing and implementing plans to maximise income from corporate partners and high net worth individuals with the propensity to donate significant sums. There is huge scope to develop both income streams at Guts UK, as this is the first dedicated position covering these income streams.
With some fantastic corporate partnerships in place already, there is great potential to build on the existing foundations and leverage those corporate partnerships to secure more ranging from transactional right up to transformational.
The philanthropy function has green shoots to nurture and develop. This is an exciting role for a candidate who wants to grow and shape this income stream, and demonstrate their personal impact on generating income, and providing donors with an incredible supporter experience.
Who are Guts UK looking for?
This role would suit an experienced, corporate and/or philanthropy fundraiser with well-developed relationship management skills. Someone who is excited by the opportunity of shaping, developing and elevating these important supporters for the charity.
Guts UK are open to applications from those looking to develop their expertise and will be fully supported, should they not have equal experience in corporate partnerships and philanthropy. The ideal candidate should be able to demonstrate experience across areas such as corporate prospecting, pitching and account management.
Guts UK is a small charity with big ambition so a background that includes working within a smaller charity would be helpful for the candidate to have but isn't essential.
Benefits
- Hybrid based, with 1 day a week in either London or Huddersfield office - £2,000 London Weighting for candidates working hybrid from the London office
- 27 days leave plus bank holidays and an additional 5 days for office closures
- Employee assistance programme (covering both the individual and family members*) offering mental health support, physiotherapy and access to a remote GP amongst other services.
- 5% employer pension contribution
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.
Timeframes
- Closing date for applications: Midnight Tuesday 10th February
- In person interviews – London: Tuesday 17th or Wednesday 18th February
- In person interviews – Huddersfield: Wednesday 18th or Thursday 19th February
- Decisions by EOD Friday 20th February
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Aquilas is excited to be supporting a much loved young persons charity to recruit a dynamic Senior Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser to join their dedicated and passionate fundraising team.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to a wonderful charity and help them shape their corporate fundraising programme - driving both the growth of new, high-value relationships and the nurturing of long-term corporate partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
- You'll blend strategic thinking with hands on relationship management. From developing innovative proposals to creating inspiring engagement plans.
- You will meet corporate partners face to face to inspire income generation activities and to increase the impact of the partnership.
- To maximise corporate income through exceptional stewardship, compelling storytelling, and a shared belief in the power of partnership.
- Inspire and grow corporate partnerships — expertly manage and deepen existing relationships while identifying and securing exciting new opportunities.
- To deliver excellent stewardship — ensuring every partner feels recognised, connected, and motivated to increase their impact.
- Lead creative pitches and proposals — develop sponsorship packages and partnership concepts that align with our mission and deliver measurable results.
- Drive strategic new business — network, prospect, and engage with purpose to bring in high-value, long-term supporters.
To be successful as the Senior Corporate Fundraising Officer you will need:
- Proven success in corporate, major donor or partnerships fundraising or proven transferable relationship management.
- Exceptional communication skills — confident presenting, pitching, and writing with impact.
- A creative, proactive mindset — always spotting new opportunities and turning ideas into action.
- Experience managing four to five-figure partnerships
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis
Aquilas are wholly committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applicationsfrom all suitably-qualified candidates. We are truly invested in our candidates and being supportive and informative throughout the application journey
What’s on Offer
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum
Location: Hampshire / Hybrid
Comprehensive benefits package which includes flexible working options, 28-days holiday, group pension scheme, life assurance, HSF Health cash plan, blue light discount and opportunities for professional development and growth and working in a supportive and collaborative work environment.
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Job Title: Head of Fundraising
Reports to: Deputy CEO
Location: Contracted to Breaking Barrier’ office in London, Birmingham or Manchester, with some expectation of travel
Terms: 5 days per week (37.5 hours) but open to part-time (minimum 30 hours) and flexible working arrangements
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 (inclusive of London weighting)
Purpose of the Role
The Head of Fundraising is a strategic leadership role within the Income and Engagement Directorate, with overall responsibility for the strategy, delivery and performance of Breaking Barriers’ high-value income portfolio. This includes corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations, statutory funding, and major gifts.
Breaking Barriers has grown into a national charity supporting over 1,300 refugees each year and raising c.£3m annually. Income from corporate partners and philanthropic funders has been central to this growth, with corporate partnerships integral to both income and the creation of meaningful employment outcomes for our refugee clients. As the organisation enters its next strategic phase, the priority is to develop national partnerships in line with a redesigned service model and build long-term resilience across high-value income streams.
Reporting to the Deputy CEO, the Head of Fundraising will translate organisational priorities into a clear income strategy that delivers resilience and long-term relationship-led partnerships. They will lead and support a team of senior fundraisers, each with lead responsibility for a defined income stream, while maintaining personal involvement in a small number of priority, high-value relationships.
As a member of Breaking Barriers’ Joint Leadership Team, the post-holder will contribute to organisational leadership, culture and decision-making, and will help shape how we work with responsible businesses, funders and partners to advance refugee employment in the UK.
Key Responsibilities
1. Income generation and external partnerships
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Hold overall accountability for income delivery across corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations, statutory funding, and major gifts / high-net-worth individuals.
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Provide strategic oversight and direction to senior managers leading each income stream, ensuring coherence, prioritisation and strong performance across the portfolio.
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Maintain personal oversight of a small number of priority, high-value relationships, acting as senior sponsor and external representative where appropriate.
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Ensure a strong, diversified pipeline of prospective partners and donors aligned with organisational priorities.
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Champion excellent stewardship and supporter experience across all high-value relationships.
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Work closely with colleagues across the Directorate and the Joint Leadership Team to maximise cross-fundraising, partnership and engagement opportunities.
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Ensure that the voice, experience and dignity of refugees are meaningfully and ethically reflected in fundraising activity.
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Ensure accurate and consistent use of Salesforce for pipeline management, forecasting, reporting and analysis.
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Work closely with the Deputy CEO and Finance team on income forecasting, budgeting and financial planning.
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Ensure compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements, including GDPR and the Fundraising Code of Practice.
2. Strategy and growth
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Working closely with the Deputy CEO, lead the development and delivery of an integrated Fundraising Strategy that supports organisational priorities, financial sustainability and long-term national partnerships.
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Translate strategy into clear priorities, plans and performance expectations across the fundraising portfolio.
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Drive income growth while strengthening long-term resilience across high-value income streams.
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Develop and deliver national and multi-year partnerships, particularly with corporate partners and major statutory funders, ensuring these relationships are strategically aligned, high-impact and mutually beneficial.
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Ensure fundraising propositions are compelling, evidence-led and clearly connected to Breaking Barriers’ impact, working closely with the Services Directorate to reflect operational reality and client need.
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Strengthen pipeline management, forecasting and scenario planning to support financial resilience and informed decision-making.
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Identify opportunities to deepen funder engagement beyond income, including learning partnerships, influence and profile-raising where appropriate.
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Monitor external trends and risks affecting high-value fundraising, adapting plans proactively in partnership with organisational leadership
3. Leadership and team management
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Provide inclusive, ambitious and supportive leadership to the Fundraising team, fostering a culture of high performance, collaboration and learning.
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Line manage 3 Senior Managers across Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy, each with lead responsibility for a defined income stream.
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Set clear expectations, objectives and KPIs for senior managers, supporting them to balance strategic leadership with hands-on fundraising delivery.
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Ensure effective prioritisation, realistic workloads and joined-up ways of working across a complex fundraising portfolio.
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Lead on workforce planning, skills development and succession planning within the Fundraising function, in partnership with the Deputy CEO.
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Champion strong collaboration between fundraising and other directorates, particularly Services, Communications and Finance.
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Model Breaking Barriers’ values at all times, contributing to a welcoming, mission-led and entrepreneurial organisational culture.
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Actively contribute as a member of the Joint Leadership Team, supporting organisational leadership and decision-making beyond fundraising.
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Provide clear, accurate and timely reporting to the Deputy CEO, CEO and Board of Trustees, attending meetings as required.
Person Specification
Essential
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Significant experience leading high-value fundraising across multiple income streams, with a strong track record of income growth.
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Demonstrable success securing and stewarding 6- and 7-figure partnerships or donations from corporate partners, trusts/foundations, statutory funders and/or major donors.
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Proven ability to operate at both strategic and delivery levels, balancing leadership with selective frontline fundraising.
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Experience managing senior fundraisers or managers with responsibility for discrete income streams.
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Strong strategic, financial and analytical skills, including budgeting, forecasting, performance management and risk assessment.
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Excellent relationship-building, influencing and negotiation skills, with credibility at senior levels internally and externally.
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Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and compellingly to a range of audiences, including trustees.
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Experience working effectively across an organisation and with senior leadership teams.
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Strong project management skills and ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
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Sound knowledge of GDPR and the Charity Fundraising Code of Practice.
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Demonstrable interest in, and commitment to, refugee inclusion, employment or related social justice issues.
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A leadership style aligned with Breaking Barriers’ values: mission-led, welcoming, collaborative and entrepreneurial.
Desirable
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Experience integrating or restructuring fundraising teams or portfolios.
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Knowledge of trends in refugee sector funding, responsible business or social impact partnerships.
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Experience of statutory funding delivery and compliance.
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Event-based fundraising or donor cultivation experience.
Other considerations:
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Breaking Barriers is committed to protecting an adult’s right to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect and for their views, wishes and beliefs to be fully taken into account when deciding action.
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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief.
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Breaking Barriers particularly welcomes applicants with experience of seeking asylum and/or a refugee background.
As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, we are committed to offering an accessible recruitment process and guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role.
Breaking Barriers exists so that every refugee can access meaningful employment and build a new life.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Guts UK is the only charity that covers the digestive system from top to tail, including the gut, the liver and the pancreas. The charity focuses particularly on the conditions that have no other specific charity or voice - conditions that are underserved, such as pancreatitis, diverticular disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), childhood gut and liver disease, and digestive cancers. With their mission being to improve the lives of the millions of people affected by digestive conditions, they are looking for their first Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy Manager to help them reach that goal.
The Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy Manager is responsible for developing and implementing plans to maximise income from corporate partners and high net worth individuals with the propensity to donate significant sums. There is huge scope to develop both income streams at Guts UK, as this is the first dedicated position covering these income streams.
With some fantastic corporate partnerships in place already, there is great potential to build on the existing foundations and leverage those corporate partnerships to secure more ranging from transactional right up to transformational.
The philanthropy function has green shoots to nurture and develop. This is an exciting role for a candidate who wants to grow and shape this income stream, and demonstrate their personal impact on generating income, and providing donors with an incredible supporter experience.
Who are Guts UK looking for?
This role would suit an experienced, corporate and/or philanthropy fundraiser with well-developed relationship management skills. Someone who is excited by the opportunity of shaping, developing and elevating these important supporters for the charity.
Guts UK are open to applications from those looking to develop their expertise and will be fully supported, should they not have equal experience in corporate partnerships and philanthropy. The ideal candidate should be able to demonstrate experience across areas such as corporate prospecting, pitching and account management.
Guts UK is a small charity with big ambition so a background that includes working within a smaller charity would be helpful for the candidate to have but isn't essential.
Benefits
- Hybrid based, with min 1 day a week in either London or Huddersfield office
- 27 days leave plus bank holidays and an additional 5 days for office closures
- Employee assistance programme (covering both the individual and family members*) offering mental health support, physiotherapy and access to a remote GP amongst other services.
- 5% employer pension contribution
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.
Timeframes
- Closing date for applications: Midnight Tuesday 10th February
- In person interviews – London: Tuesday 17th or Wednesday 18th February
- In person interviews – Huddersfield: Wednesday 18th or Thursday 19th February
- Decisions by EOD Friday 20th February
Are you passionate about inspiring generosity and driving meaningful change across communities?
Do you have the strategic mindset and fundraising expertise to help shape a more generous, hopeful future?
We’re looking for a Head of Generosity and Giving to lead our strategy for income generation, generosity culture, and parish engagement across the Diocese of Bristol.
In this role, you will:
✨ Lead a bold Generosity & Giving strategy
✨Deliver major fundraising campaigns and events
✨Develop our new Legacy & In‑Memorial Giving Programme
✨Build trusted relationships with parishes, partners, funders and supporters
✨ Use data, insight and storytelling to drive growth
✨Lead and inspire a small, dynamic team
You’ll be joining us at an exciting moment as we prepare to strengthen our culture of generosity rooted in openness, creativity, bravery and community.
What we offer
✔ Flexible working
✔ 28 days annual leave + bank holidays
✔ Pension, life assurance & sick pay
✔ Values‑led, supportive team culture
Closing date: 22 February 2026
Interviews: 2 March 2026
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.
The Diocese of Bristol is committed to being a fair, respectful and inclusive organisation. We believe diversity helps us flourish, and we warmly welcome applications from under‑represented groups.
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!
Are you an ambitious, hands-on fundraiser who wants to make a tangible difference to retired racing greyhounds ?
Greyhound Trust is looking for its first-ever Individual Giving Manager; a pivotal role in our growing Income Generation & Engagement team. This is a chance to shape, grow, and lead our individual giving programme from the ground up, helping us care for and home more greyhounds across the UK.
About the Greyhound Trust
For nearly 50 years, the Greyhound Trust has supported greyhounds transitioning from racing into loving homes where they can thrive. Each year, with an annual income of around £4.5m, we home thousands of dogs, relying on a passionate network of staff, branches, and volunteers.
The world is changing, and so is the way people engage with causes they care about. We are now looking to grow and diversify our individual giving, building long-term relationships with supporters who share our commitment to the welfare of greyhounds. This is your chance to play a key role in shaping our strategy, delivering creative campaigns, and helping secure the financial foundation for the Trust’s future.
The Role
Reporting to the Head of Income Generation and Engagement, you will be responsible for:
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Creating, delivering, and evaluating a long-term Individual Giving strategy.
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Building a diverse and sustainable portfolio of individual giving income streams, including regular giving, appeals, digital fundraising, mid-level giving, and legacy gifts.
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Planning and delivering multi-channel campaigns that integrate with marketing, communications, and retail initiatives.
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Using data and insight to drive performance, monitor results, and develop strong cases for support.
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Supporting branches and volunteers in delivering individual giving initiatives.
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Developing supporter journeys that encourage loyalty, growth, and long-term engagement.
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Ensuring all activities comply with fundraising legislation, best practice, and data protection law.
This is a hands-on, strategic role that will allow you to take ownership of your programme while collaborating across the Trust to deliver impactful campaigns and initiatives.
Is this role right for you?
This role will suit you if you are an ambitious, hands-on fundraiser who thrives in a small, collaborative teamwhere everyone is invested in the success of the whole organisation. You enjoy taking ownership, sharing ideas, and seeing things through to delivery, and you value open communication, mutual support, and a culture where colleagues are trusted to innovate and experiment.
You are likely to thrive if you enjoy balancing independent responsibility with teamwork, and if you are motivated by making a tangible difference rather than simply delivering outputs. You are curious, thoughtful, and practical, and you are happy to contribute beyond your immediate remit to help the organisation succeed.
If you are looking for a role where collaboration, accountability, and purpose genuinely shape the way the organisation works day to day — and where your work will have a visible impact on the lives of greyhounds and the supporters who make that possible — this could be a very good fit.
Why join us?
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Be part of a compact, passionate, and close-knit team.
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Lead the development of a dedicated individual giving programme.
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Work in a medium-sized, agile charity with a strong sense of purpose and financial stability.
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Play a key role in growing support and enabling more greyhounds to be cared for and homed across the UK.
Greyhound Trust was founded in 1975. Since then we are proud to have found over 100,000 loving homes for greyhounds.



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About Us
Action Village India (AVI) is a small UK based organisation that since 1989, has been supporting Indian partner organisations who work alongside villagers in some of the most remote parts of rural India so they can improve their lives, livelihoods and resilience. We work towards an India which is just, fair and inclusive, where all people regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, caste, religion can benefit from the country’s economic development and lift themselves out of poverty.
At the heart of our work, are our partnerships; many of which have spanned decades. Our partner organisations are led by Indians and whether these are large or small organisations, or social movements, all work directly at the grassroots level across rural India – from Bihar and Jharkhand in the North, in Odisha and down to Tamil Nadu in the South. The communities they work with, are some of the poorest in India. They are experts in their fields and work hand in hand with local people to design and inform projects to best serve their local communities and secure rights and social justice for women, men and children.
We accompany our partners for the long term, solidarity with our partners and their communities is at the core of how we work. This means we have developed relationships over the years, based on mutual respect, reciprocity and transparency. We are not governed by donor funding cycles and agendas but are led by our partners and the needs they identify and are committed to shared learning and collaboration. We keep our UK costs to a minimum with core staff and rely on an active and engaged set of Trustees, volunteers and supporters. Both staff and Trustees of Action Village India have relationships with staff from our partner organisations, created through ongoing dialogue, partner and community visits and participation in learning forums.
Key details
- Salary: £30,000 pro rata
- Hours: 14 hours per week (2 days), ideally Wednesday and Thursday
- Strong possibility of increasing to 21 hours (3 days) in future
- Option to work up to 8 additional paid event days per year (e.g. WOMAD), reviewed annually
- Reports to: Executive Director
- Contract: Permanent, subject to successful 6-month probation
- Annual leave: 25 days (pro rata)
- Pension: Auto-enrolment after 6 months, with 3% employer contribution
- Right to Work check required
Accessibility
We regret that due to the office being on the second floor with a narrow staircase and no lift, this role is not currently suitable for applicants with additional accessibility needs. We will update this if circumstances change.
Key responsibilities
Fundraising and donor management
- Research, develop and submit fundraising proposals to trusts, foundations and major donors
- Maintain accurate fundraising trackers for applications and reporting deadlines
- Coordinate partner inputs for monitoring and donor reports
- Support the Executive Director with fundraising and reporting to trusts and individuals
Events
- Plan and manage Action Village India events across the year
- Attend fundraising events (including evenings and weekends, as agreed)
- Attend WOMAD festival and support delivery of Action Village India’s stall and presence
Individual giving
- Plan and deliver regular appeals and supporter communications
- Develop new ways to engage supporters and grow individual giving income
- Build strong supporter journeys to retain and deepen engagement
Communications and development
- Create compelling fundraising and supporter communications
- Contribute to newsletters, annual reports and appeals
- Coordinate content for events and exhibitions, including WOMAD
- Work with partners to generate stories, updates and visual content
- Manage organisational content such as leaflets, webpages and reports
- Work closely with the Communications and Administrative Officer on social media and CRM content
Person specification
Essential experience
- Minimum three years’ experience in fundraising (trusts and foundations, events and individual giving)
- Proven success securing funding from UK trusts and foundations
- Strong proposal and report writing skills
- Experience co-organising fundraising events
Knowledge and skills
- Knowledge of UK trusts, foundations and institutional funders
- Understanding of the international development and solidarity sector
- Knowledge of Charity Law, Data Protection and the Fundraising Code of Practice
- Excellent written communication skills for diverse audiences
- Proficiency in Excel
Personal qualities
- Passion for social justice and supporting marginalised communities in India
- Highly organised, self-motivated and able to manage competing priorities
- Comfortable working independently in a small team
- Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural relationship-building skills
Desirable
- Experience working with NGOs, particularly in Asia and India
- International development experience
- Photoshop and InDesign skills
- Clean driving licence
Other requirements
- Willingness to work some evenings and weekends and attend WOMAD (late July)
- Ability to travel to rural India if required
- Strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and to Action Village India’s values
How to apply
Please email:
- Your CV (with two contactable references)
- A supporting statement or cover letter (around two sides of A4, maximum three)
Closing date: Sunday, 8 February 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.


