National manager jobs in Birmingham

We are seeking an experienced Fundraising Manager to work with management and trustees to lead delivery of a set of practical fundraising priorities while helping to build stronger systems and confidence for the future.

This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced charity fundraiser who is comfortable working in a maturing fundraising function, where tools and ways of working are being developed and income needs stabilising rather than rapidly expanded.

This interesting and varied role will focus primarily on trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, and alumni support, with a strong emphasis on retention, stewardship and proposition clarity.

In this dynamic role as Healthcare Engagement Systems & Change Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of delivering agreed and dynamic plans to improve outcomes for people living with/at risk of diabetes.by working to reduce variation, and improve care, treatment and prevention via influencing and partnership working activity.

We’re looking for someone who can inspire and collaborate, building strong, positive relationships to increase understanding of diabetes. Your ability to influence and work together with others will help us support health system professionals and communities to improve diabetes care.

Join us and be a part of something truly transformative. Together, we can change the narrative around diabetes and create a more inclusive world.

Please note this is a Home-based working role within East of England as part of the Midlands & East region, and is linked to the Wolverhampton Office. The successful candidate will be expected to work one day a week from a Diabetes UK office.

The Partnerships Manager will play a pivotal role in delivering the Multibank’s strategy. They will forge new relationships with donor/supplier businesses and develop existing relationships to maximum effect.

This role focuses on:

• Proven experience of managing and growing corporate partnerships, ideally within the charity sector
• A strong track record of managing  high-value partnerships and complex stakeholder relationships
• Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills, with the ability to engage senior business leaders
• Leadership experience, with the ability to motivate and support others
• A collaborative, strategic and commercially minded approach

You’ll bring:

• Proven experience of securing and growing corporate partnerships, ideally within the charity sector
• A strong track record of managing  high-value partnerships and complex stakeholder relationships
• Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills, with the ability to engage senior business leaders
• A collaborative, strategic and commercially minded approach

You will be skilled at:

• Negotiating and finalising supplier and donor partnerships
• Project management and event organisation including large scale events at high profile venues
• Working through partnerships, intermediaries and networks to achieve scale.

You will have a passion for tackling poverty, particularly child poverty, and a strong interest in fighting pollution.

This role can be based in Fife hub or from home or a hybrid of those and will involve visiting the individual Multibanks and our partners throughout the UK.

For 140 years, the Forces Employment Charity has proudly supported Service leavers, veterans, and their families in building successful civilian careers.

We provide veterans with life-long, life-changing support, jobs, and training opportunities, regardless of circumstances, rank, length of service, or reason for leaving.

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The NST Client Advisor plays a key role in delivering the support centre function for the programme. Working closely with the Nova Support Team (NST), the Advisor provides initial advice, guidance, and assistance to Veterans who are at risk of contact with the Justice System or are involved in the Justice System.

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​This is a fixed term position for just about 2 years (end date to be confirmed at the offer stage).

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​Some of your principal responsibilities will include receiving and triaging referrals for veterans who are at risk of, or involved in, the justice system, making timely first contact and completing initial registrations, and providing accurate advice and guidance while maintaining detailed records on the case management system.

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As a NST Client Advisor, you will need experience in guiding and supporting individuals, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders while remaining highly organised and IT confident.

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​Ideally, you will also have an understanding of the justice system, experience using Salesforce or similar CRM systems and a resilient and adaptable approach.

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​Please note this role requires an Enhanced DBS check and Police Vetting (NVVP 2).

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​Interested? Want to know more about the Charity? check out our Website.

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Eager to know more the role? Have a look at the Job Description NST Client Advisor - Job Description.pdf

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What’s in it for you? Check out our Benefits.

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Have we convinced you to apply? If so, submit your CV and Covering Letter by closing date, Friday 20 February 2026.

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Please note: Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert; therefore, we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made The People Team aware before applying.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff by fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone, including those with disabilities, can thrive, develop, and achieve their full potential. We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and ensure reasonable adjustments are made to support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

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We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that residency and security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process.

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Our Time Charity is seeking an experienced Development Manager to help grow and embed our early help and family mental health services across the UK.

This is a senior, outward-facing role focused on securing statutory income, developing high-quality tenders, and building strong relationships with local authorities, Family Hubs and strategic partners. A key priority will be positioning KidsTime Workshops as a recognised, commissioned early help offer within local authority family support systems.

Working closely with the CEO, you will identify high-impact opportunities, navigate commissioning processes, and help ensure more children affected by parental mental illness receive timely, preventative support.

This role is ideal for someone with experience in local authority commissioning, business development or statutory income generation, who understands early intervention and wants to use their skills to create lasting social impact.

To learn more about the role, responsibilities and how to apply, please download the full recruitment pack.

Humane World for Animals is committed to creating a better world for animals by tackling the root causes of animal cruelty. We believe in the power of philanthropy to drive change and are looking for someone who shares our vision and dedication.

About the Role

As Fundraising Manager, you will lead the development and stewardship of strategic relationships with key corporate partners, stakeholders, and clients, playing a central role in driving corporate income. You will design and implement strategies that support business growth, strengthen corporate engagement, and deliver revenue and operational targets for the organisation in the UK.

Working closely with senior leaders, you will help expand the organisation’s income and impact through high‑value corporate partnerships. You will also develop strong connections with our HQ corporate team and collaborate with programme staff to ensure they understand organisational priorities and can effectively connect internal work with external partners.

This role requires an ambitious self‑starter with strong business acumen and confidence operating within the corporate sector. You should be skilled at presenting a compelling business case for partnership and securing high‑value contracts and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy and Planning

1. Develop and implement strategies for the organisation’s growth in the corporate sector, ensuring a strong ROI and setting appropriate KPIs to monitor progress and measure success.

2. Build the UK corporate partnership portfolio: identify, cultivate, and secure significant relationships and business opportunities.

3. Formulate and implement individual strategies for developing key partnerships and initiatives around business priorities, mobilising necessary internal and external resources to ensure all partnerships are effectively executed and partners’ needs are fully met. Includes proposal and contract development.

4. Contribute to internal collaboration on innovative solutions that can deliver business impact at scale for complex corporate relationships.

Program Management

5 Develop working relationships with programme staff to identify business opportunities and access information that can be used to cultivate and steward corporate partners with the aim of attracting multi-year partnerships.

Influence and Representation

6 Effectively represent the organisation to external audiences for both business development and profile elevation.

7 Engage strategically with senior stakeholders to support corporate engagement.

What We're Looking For:

Education and experience

1 Demonstrated experience in high-level corporate management or business development, including at least five (5) years of direct frontline experience withing the corporate/corporate charity sector.

2 Demonstrated track record of success at a high-value level, including building strategic partnerships that maximise value for both the organisation and external partners, and building profile with external audiences.

Necessary knowledge, skills and abilities

3 Knowledge of the corporate charity and business development sectors.

4 Experience mobilising executives and senior stakeholders for strategic engagement.

5 Strategic and forward-thinking, with the ability to develop and lead an ambitious growth strategy.

6 Demonstrable success in proposal preparation and securing business contracts.

7 Strong experience in collaboration to develop business proposals and other partnership opportunities.

8 Degree-level or equivalent education in business, finance, management, or related disciplines preferred.

Why Join Us?

At Humane World for Animals, you'll be part of a passionate and dedicated team working towards a common goal. You'll have the opportunity to make a real impact on animal welfare and be part of a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and collaboration.

If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and help us drive change, we want to hear from you!

Apply now and be a part of something truly meaningful.

Humane World for Animals is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The Role
We are looking for a Volunteer Lead to provide critical direction and expertise, driving forward a new, organisation-wide approach to volunteering — one that is inclusive, impactful, and aligned with our mission to improve outcomes for deaf children and their families.
 
We are looking to push boundaries and test new ways of doing things to reach our customers and engage with volunteers. The chances are, we haven’t done it before, so we are looking for a brave and creative mindset to breathe new life into our approaches..
 
 
What you'll do
 

• Focus on the design & implementation of a new, sustainable approach to volunteering where you will use your expertise to shape the direction of travel.
• Provide strategic input on developing sustainable, scalable initiatives that serve our communities and respond to need. 
• Develop approaches to decentralise volunteer management whereby community groups, partners and staff have confidence recruiting, managing and engaging volunteers.
• Provide an oversight of the rollout of the volunteer management system, working with the Volunteer Advisor to ensure that it is tailored to the needs of volunteers, staff and customers. 
• Develop new and creative strategies to engage and reward volunteers that recognises diverse needs and motivations.

 
What you'll need
 

• Significant experience in a volunteering management role.
• Strong demonstrable experience of inclusive volunteer management, including recruitment, training, support & recognition.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, data protection & compliance relevant to volunteering.
• Experience of a participative approach to volunteering, co-creating initiatives in collaboration with communities or service users.
• Strong digital skills and a sound understanding of agile values & principles.
• A criminal record check / DBS disclosure (if offered the position).

 

What you'll get

• Home-based working with flexible hours.
• 25 days holiday - plus an additional 3 days at Christmas (& bank holidays).
• Pension (5.5% employer contribution).
• Healthcare Cashplan.
• Annual performance-based salary increase.
• Employee Assistance & Wellbeing Programmes.

 
What we do
 
The National Deaf Children's Society are the leading charity for deaf children. We give expert support on childhood deafness, raise awareness and campaign for deaf children's rights, so they have the same opportunities as everyone else.
 
 
Disability Confidence
 
We are a Disability Confident Employer and committed to offering interviews to candidates who request to be considered under the disability confident scheme and meet the minimum requirements of the person specification. Please contact our recruitment team with any accessibility or reasonable adjustment enquiries.
 
The National Deaf Children’s Society is a registered charity in England and Wales no. 1016532 and in Scotland no. SC040779.

The Role

If you are passionate about the outdoors, have a "roll up your sleeves" attitude and are looking for a role where your event management skills will make a lasting impact on young lives, then this is the job for you. We’re seeking a dynamic individual who can lead our exciting portfolio of outdoor challenge events and help us take our fundraising to the next level.

The Youth Adventure Trust's outdoor challenge events are a vital source of funding for the charity, and the relationships we build with our participants and corporate partners are more important than ever. This is where you come in.

As our Challenge Events Manager, you'll be the driving force behind our exciting challenge events portfolio.You'll work on bespoke corporate team-building challenges, high-energy industry networking events like the Hike Bike Paddle for the sports and outdoor sector and the Housebuilders Challenge, and our popular open events like the Wiltshire 3 Peaks Challenge and the Somerset Cycle. 

Challenge events not only enable people to raise amazing sums for the charity, but are also a fantastic way to engage supporters with our work, giving them the opportunity to step outside their comfort zones, embrace the outdoors and achieve things they never thought possible - similar to our work with the young people on our programmes.

The Challenge Events Manager role is a varied position which would be perfect for somebody who has event management experience. You will be responsible for the full event cycle, from the initial planning, participant recruitment and stewardship to on the day event delivery and post event follow ups. You will be somebody who can spot opportunities, take on a project and run with it. You’ll be an excellent communicator, happy to pick up the phone to chat to event participants, deliver pre-event webinars or create engaging participant emails. You’re self-motivated, well organised, able to multi-task, a strong administrator, a fantastic team player, have excellent interpersonal skills and enjoy being outdoors. You should also have some fundraising experience, ideally in a paid capacity but in a voluntary capacity would also be considered.

You'll work closely with the Corporate Partnership Manager, who is highly experienced in delivering our challenge events, but needs time to develop new corporate partnerships which is why we have created this new role. You'll also line-manage our Events Fundraising Officer who plays a key support role on the events. You must live in or near the South West as there will be a semi-regular requirement to attend in person staff meetings, visit programmes and join event planning sessions.

About You

You’re a people-person, self-motivated and highly organised. You are as comfortable managing a budget and a CRM database as you are standing on a mountain side in your waterproofs! You’ll have:

• Event Expertise: A proven track record in delivering successful fundraising or challenge events.

• Fundraising Experience: You might be an existing fundraiser or somebody who has taken on fundraising activities in a voluntary capacity. You will need to be able to relate to the challenge participants and guide them on how to reach their fundraising targets.

• Agility: The ability to think on your feet and adapt plans dynamically when situations change on the ground.

• Leadership Skills: Experience managing staff or volunteers and the ability to motivate a team.

• A Passion for Adventure: A genuine love for the outdoors, comfortable in wellies and waterproofs with an understanding of 'the power of the outdoors'.

The Charity

At the Youth Adventure Trust, we use outdoor adventure to empower vulnerable young people from Swindon, Wiltshire and Somerset to fulfil their potential and lead positive lives in the future. We work with them to build resilience, develop confidence and learn skills that will last a lifetime, helping them to face the challenges in their lives. Dedicated support, guidance and mentoring from our staff and volunteers ensures young people receive the maximum benefit from our long-term intervention. Our aim is to make a lasting improvement to the lives of vulnerable young people. All our services are provided completely free of charge to the young people who are nominated by schools and other youth organisations to take part.

We’re proud to offer our programmes completely free of charge to participants, and with ambitious plans to help more young people over the coming years, our fundraising challenge events are more important than ever.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to make a direct and lasting impact on young lives through your passion for the outdoors. You’ll be part of a small fundraising team with a big heart, with plenty of opportunities to visit our camps and see the tangible impact of your work. 

If this sounds like the perfect fit for you, please download the full Job Pack for more details, including the job description and person specification. All applicants must complete an application form and refer to the job description and person specification in their application.

The Youth Adventure Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. Full details can be found in the Job Pack.

Responsible for all Continuous Professional Development (CPD) resources and activity of the Royal College of Paramedics, The primary role of the National CPD Lead will be overall responsibility for all CPD delivered by the Royal College of Paramedics, including ensuring the quality of content across the current and future range of platforms, (including video, webinars, events, podcasting). 

The National CPD Lead is responsible for the efficient and effective management of specific pre-agreed workstreams aligned with realisation of the Royal College’s strategy objectives, this will require budget awareness along with supervision and management of team members. 

As a senior member the College team – the National CPD Lead will provide a leadership presenceacross the organisation, contributing to policy and planning, staff development and membershipengagement and growth. They will be an able, confident and competent communicator, engagingeffectively at all levels, from student members to the Royal College of Paramedics Board and Council to national partners and colleagues. 

The primary role of the National CPD Lead is to provide assurance, support and leadership in the provision of face to face and virtual CPD delivered by the College of Paramedics, including: 

• Ensuring the quality of content across the current and future range of platforms (including events, video, webinars, courses, and podcasting). 

• Reviewing and developing CPD activities which meet the needs of members and the profession

As an employee, the National CPD Lead will promote the Royal College, and its aims and objectives by building effective relationships with members, other healthcare colleagues, employers and other stakeholder bodies. 

The Person: 
We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to work directly with the Head of Education to drive innovation and change and deliver the Continuous Professional Development and Education objectives as part of the overall College strategy. 

The National CPD Lead will act with integrity, positivity, and adaptability, using their skills to build effective relationships and work within a shared vision.

Closing date: 23:59hrs on 30.01.26 
Interviews: w/c 16.02.26 in the area of Leeds/Bradford 

Location: Home based with UK-wide travel, on occasion
Salary: Circa £41,000 per annum 
Hours: 37 hours / week
Contract type: Permanent
Reporting to: Senior Policy Manager
Responsible for: No line management responsibilities at the present time, however there maybe a future opportunity to line manage

The Strategy and Policy Team is part of the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) Corporate Services Directorate. The successful candidate will play a key role within the team, which incorporates policy and strategy support across Fire and Rescue Service (FRS) functions. The team works on a remote basis with the occasional requirement to attend meetings or events in London or other locations around the UK on a semi-regular basis.

The Strategy and Policy Team work closely with subject matter experts, insight analysts, and communications colleagues across NFCC to support and produce policy advice, positions, and content. Through the timely and clear production of evidence-based advice, our primary objective is to support national policy development, with the aim of improving the safety of the communities we serve.

What you will be doing:

The successful candidate will report to the Senior Policy Manager and be responsible for leading the development of policy advice, positions, and responses to Government across a range of topics. These could include aspects of operational preparedness and response, fire reform, climate change, emerging technologies, the NFCC strategy, and cultural improvement.

The post holder will be part of a team producing policy products for UK FRSs across all areas of FRS activities. Responsibilities will include engagement with UK FRSs to ensure that policies and national positions under development enjoy the support of our members and appropriately reflect their views.

In addition to working with other members of the Strategy and Policy Team, you will also work with technical, communications, data, and governance colleagues from other NFCC teams.

The post holder may also be involved with the preparation of research reports, impact assessments, cost benefit analysis of policy options, equality impact assessments, and presentation of data where relevant.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for someone with strong writing and analysis skills, with the ability to synthesise large amounts of technical information and translate that into products that are easy for a non-technical audience to grasp. You will bring a positive approach to being part of a team; seeing challenges as a glass half full.

You will have experience in time management and managing multiple tasks at a time.

You will need experience of working in a fast-paced and political environment, and of handling high profile issues.

If you think this could be the job for you, please have a look at the attached Job Description and apply via the NFCC website .

What you can expect:

We are people centred and focus on creating a positive and engaging working environment. Wellbeing, reward, recognition, and personal development are not just words we talk about, we put them into action daily.

We offer an enhanced annual leave allowance of 26 days (pro-rata) plus bank holidays (increasing with length of service), healthcare cash plan and flexible working.

How to apply:

If this sounds like the role for you, please complete our online application form linked on the ‘Apply Now’ button on the NFCC Website . Please note, CV’s will NOT be accepted for this position.

Closing date: 6th February 2026

NFCC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and will require a DBS check to be completed prior to commencing in post.

NFCC is committed to being an inclusive employer. We comply with the Equality Act 2010, and we believe that everyone deserves to work in safe environments that are free from bullying, harassment and discrimination, abuse, and harm, where they feel supported, welcome, and able to thrive.

NFCC acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard, protect and promote the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice, all staff are expected to share this commitment.

The Role
We are looking for an Advice & Guidance Officer who can make a meaningful difference in the lives of deaf children, young people, and their families.

A key focus of this role will be delivering the service remotely using technology. In addition, you will use your interpersonal skills and experience working with families to connect with local community groups, raise awareness of our services, promote membership, and provide support to families, deaf young people, and professionals.

This is a fully remote role, but will require some regional travel so applicants should live in the North West of England (Cheshire, Cumbria, Greater Manchester, Lancashire and Merseyside) and possess a driving licence and have access to a car.
 
 
What you'll do
 

• Deliver tailored information and advice to individuals and groups of deaf children, young people, and their families.
• Support deaf children, young people, and their families in becoming more confident in articulating their needs independently.
• Help deaf children, young people, and their families explore their options and decide on a preferred course of action.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with professionals and organisations that support deaf children.
• Attend both in-person and online events to provide information and advice tailored to different audiences.

 
What you'll need
 

• Significant experience and understanding of the skills and practices required to deliver person-centred support to children, young people, and their families.
• Experience providing information and advice to families and young people, both digitally and face-to-face.
• A strong working knowledge of education and special educational needs, including relevant legislation, government guidance, and local implementation.
• An understanding of deafness and its impact on children, family dynamics, raising a deaf child, and child development-translating this into effective, child-centred practice.
• Strong digital skills and a sound understanding of agile values & principles.
• A criminal record check / DBS disclosure (if offered the position).

What you'll get

• Home-based working with flexible hours.
• 25 days holiday - plus an additional 3 days at Christmas (& bank holidays).
• Pension (5.5% employer contribution).
• Healthcare Cashplan.
• Annual performance-based salary increase.
• Employee Assistance & Wellbeing Programmes.

 
What we do
 
The National Deaf Children's Society are the leading charity for deaf children. We give expert support on childhood deafness, raise awareness and campaign for deaf children's rights, so they have the same opportunities as everyone else.

Disability Confidence
 
We are a Disability Confident Employer and committed to offering interviews to candidates who request to be considered under the disability confident scheme and meet the minimum requirements of the person specification. Please contact us at [email protected] with any accessibility or reasonable adjustment enquiries.
 
The National Deaf Children’s Society is a registered charity in England and Wales no. 1016532 and in Scotland no. SC040779.

The Role
We are looking for a Education & Early Years Senior Adviser to use your expertise to influence professional practice, systems and policies to improve outcomes for deaf children in early years and education. You will champion Family Centred Early Intervention (FCEI) Principles both internally and externally and embed learnings from the latest research on meeting the needs of deaf children.  
 
What you'll do

• Use your expertise to influence professional practice, systems, and policies to improve outcomes for deaf children in early years and education.
• Champion Family Centred Early Intervention (FCEI) principles internally and externally.
• Embed insights from the latest research to meet the needs of deaf children.
• Focus primarily on England, with flexibility to support UK and international contexts using transferable expertise.
• Engage with the education sector and represent NDCS at key forums (e.g., BATOD, NATSIP).
• Collaborate with external partners to strengthen impact and reach.
• Work with the Activate Chapter to develop strategic resources for decision-makers, including policy materials and consultation responses. 

 
What you'll need

• Deep understanding of early years systems and support for children with disabilities and additional needs.
• Appreciation of devolved systems and ability to represent NDCS in forums across the UK.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to improving outcomes for deaf children.
• Capability to adapt within a changeable environment.
• Strong digital skills and a sound understanding of agile values & principles.
• A criminal record check / DBS disclosure (if offered the position).

What you'll get

• Home-based working with flexible hours.
• 25 days holiday - plus an additional 3 days at Christmas (& bank holidays).
• Pension (5.5% employer contribution).
• Healthcare Cashplan.
• Annual performance-based salary increase.
• Employee Assistance & Wellbeing Programmes.

 
What we do
 
The National Deaf Children's Society are the leading charity for deaf children. We give expert support on childhood deafness, raise awareness and campaign for deaf children's rights, so they have the same opportunities as everyone else.

Disability Confidence
 
We are a Disability Confident Employer and committed to offering interviews to candidates who request to be considered under the disability confident scheme and meet the minimum requirements of the person specification. Please contact us at [email protected] with any accessibility or reasonable adjustment enquiries.
 
The National Deaf Children’s Society is a registered charity in England and Wales no. 1016532 and in Scotland no. SC040779.

Pathway Project is an inspiring Domestic Abuse Charity that makes a difference, it's a great place to work, we are a charity with big ambitions and huge energy and we need a Finance Manager who can match our energy.

We are currently evolving a bold new strategy and a passion  for excellence in service delivery. Supported by a driven and energetic board of trustees the new Chief Executive is leading Pathway Project through their ambitious plans.

It’s a really fantastic time to join our amazing charity as we move into the next phase of our exciting journey.

We are looking for a new Finance Manager to be responsible for the effective day-to-day financial management of the charity supporting the CEO with the Finance Strategy.

She will be driven, ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements including the Charity Commission and Charity SORP (FRS 102).

She will work closely with the CEO, SMT and Trustees and she will provide clear, timely financial information to support sound operational and strategic decision-making and help ensure the long-term sustainability of the organisation.

The role

As Manager of Philanthropic Giving, you will lead myaware’s trusts, foundations and high-value philanthropy fundraising, driving sustainable income growth through a strong and well-managed funding pipeline. You will shape and deliver strategies to secure both restricted and unrestricted income, manage the full bid lifecycle, and build long-term relationships with trusts, statutory funders and high-net-worth individuals.

Working closely with the CEO, senior leadership and trustees, you will develop compelling funding propositions, steward funders through excellent reporting and engagement, and represent myaware at meetings, events and networking opportunities. You will also maintain accurate records through our CRM system, track performance against targets, and contribute to income planning and reporting. This is a strategic and hands-on role with real impact for people affected by myasthenia.

The Manager of Philanthropic Giving will be predominantly home based within the UK (with occasional working and meetings at Derby HQ) and will work in co-operation with the fundraising team and all myaware colleagues to deliver agreed fundraising targets and campaigns. Own transport is essential for this role as occasional travel throughout the UK will be required to attend donor meetings, events and networking opportunities, as well as the ability to travel to the Derby office. There may be the need to occasionally work during weekends and evenings and therefore there is a need to work flexibly when required.

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for an experienced and motivated fundraising professional with a strong track record in major donor and Trusts & Foundations fundraising. You will have experience securing significant gifts, building and stewarding long-term funder relationships, and writing compelling funding applications and impact reports.

You will be a strategic thinker with excellent interpersonal, research and organisational skills, confident managing a complex pipeline and working collaboratively across teams. You will be comfortable working independently, using CRM systems, and engaging senior stakeholders, including trustees and high-level donors. Most importantly, you will share myaware’s values, demonstrate empathy with our cause, and be committed to making a meaningful difference through philanthropy.

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

Who are we?

Myaware is the only charity in the UK dedicated solely to the care and support of people affected by myasthenia. 

We are working hard to raise awareness of myasthenia, as it is a little-known condition. We provide support for people with myasthenia and their families, whilst offering advice and tips for living with the condition. 

We also fund the research that brings us closer to finding a cure as well as funding specialists nurses and advisors. 

Members of myaware have full access to a wide range of support services and events including our specialist benefits and welfare advisor. 

Myaware supports people with myasthenia and their families.  We campaign for better medical services for people with myasthenia and work to inform medical professionals. 

The myasthenias are a group of neuromuscular conditions. They are rare but also manageable and can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender or nationality. Myasthenia gravis, ocular myasthenia and Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome are autoimmune conditions whereas congenital myasthenic syndrome is caused by an inherited genetic fault. It is thought that there are approximately 20,000 people currently living with myasthenia in the UK. 

Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance
• Perkbox account (global benefits and rewards platform)
• Group Life Assurance after 6 months of service 
• NEST workplace pension scheme
• Free inhouse staff benefits and welfare advice 
• Investment in your personal and professional development
• Annual salary review

Candidates should submit their CV and tailored covering letter by: 23:30 on Sunday 1st February 2026.

Provisional interview date will be week commencing : 09.02.2026   Interviews will be held over Microsoft Teams.

Applications submitted without a tailored cover letter will not be considered.

This post, due to its nature, duties and responsibilities, will be subject to an enhanced check by the DBS. This is funded by Myaware.