Relationship fundraising manager jobs

Salary: £34,000 plus £2,500 car allowance
Contract: Full-time, permanent (35 hours per week)
Location: Hybrid – Oxford (2 days in office with regular travel)
Benefits: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, generous pension contribution, life assurance, employee assistance programme, learning and development support, on-site parking.

We’re looking for a proactive and relationship-driven Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser to join RABI, the farmers’ charity, as part of its Philanthropy and Partnerships team.

Reporting to the Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager, you will support, manage and grow income-generating relationships with corporate partners. You’ll play a key role in developing new partnership opportunities, managing existing accounts, and delivering high-quality stewardship that demonstrates the real impact of corporate support on farming communities.

Working collaboratively across fundraising, marketing, service delivery and finance, you’ll help shape compelling partnership propositions, support employee engagement and fundraising initiatives, and contribute to RABI’s ambitious corporate fundraising strategy and long-term income goals. This is a varied role combining relationship management, creative partnership development and strong internal collaboration within a mission-led organisation.

To be successful as the Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser, you will need:

• Proven experience in corporate fundraising, partnerships or business development, ideally within the charity or not-for-profit sector
• Strong relationship management and communication skills, with confidence engaging a range of stakeholders
• Good financial awareness, with the ability to support income targets and forecasting
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities

If you would like to discuss this role with us, please email your CV to [email protected] or contact us quoting reference 2955HB

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

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

If enough applications are received, the charity reserves the right to close the application period early.
 

Our Client is an innovative humanitarian organisation working as a global network to develop, test and spread new ways of collaborating and resourcing locally-led crisis response and anticipation. With a membership of 130+ NGOs worldwide and a growing set of national and regional hubs, this organisation exists to catalyse system-level change that improves the efficiency, effectiveness and ethics of humanitarian action. Our Client now seeks to appoint a new Partnerships Manager, and Prospectus is delighted to be supporting the search.

Partnerships Manager

London / Hybrid

35 hours per week / Permanent

£53,919 - £55,259 per annum

Reporting to the Head of Resource Mobilisation, the Partnerships Manager will be a pivotal role within the organisation's fundraising function; leading a team of three, managing a portfolio of high-value private donors while co-leading the development and delivery of a new business strategy to significantly grow income from trusts & foundations and corporate funders. You'll help shape and deliver ambitious 7 - 8 figure funding opportunities, working closely with senior leaders to develop compelling plans, proposals and strategic engagement approaches for major global donors. The post also plays a key leadership role across priority moments in the calendar, supporting strategic engagement around key global events (including Climate Week activity in London and New York), and ensuring donor visibility and requirements are effectively reflected across cross-organisational projects and communications.

The successful candidate will bring strong experience in partnerships fundraising and donor stewardship, with a demonstrable track record of securing and managing significant trust/foundation and/or corporate support. You'll be confident leading new business strategy, high-quality prospecting, and complex relationship management, able to influence senior stakeholders and coordinate activity across teams to deliver ambitious outcomes. You'll also have the credibility to oversee robust budgeting and proposal development for large-scale bids, and the leadership skills to line manage and develop a team in a fast-moving, values-led organisation committed to inclusive and ethical practice.

How to apply:

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

In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. To formally apply, you will need to complete a supporting statement (max. 2 sides of A4) by COB on 8th July 2026.

Harris Hill are delighted to be recruiting, in partnership with a leading mental health organisation, for an experienced Trusts and Grants Manager to lead and grow a significant trusts and foundations income stream.

This is a senior fundraising leadership role, combining strategic responsibility for a successful trusts programme with the day-to-day management and development of an established team. Line management experience is essential, and candidates should be able to demonstrate a strong track record of leading, motivating and developing fundraising staff to achieve ambitious income targets.

Reporting to the Head of Trusts and Statutory Income, the successful candidate will play a central role in delivering an ambitious trusts strategy, managing high-value funder relationships and driving sustainable income growth.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the development and delivery of the trusts fundraising strategy.
• Managing and developing an established trusts fundraising team.
• Personally managing and growing relationships with major trusts and foundations.
• Developing compelling funding proposals, reports and cases for support.

The successful candidate will bring:

• Significant experience within trust and foundation fundraising.
• A proven track record of personally securing multiple six-figure gifts (£100,000+) from trusts, foundations, lottery or statutory funders.
• Strong line management experience, with the ability to lead, support and develop high-performing teams.
• The ability to translate complex programmes and impact data into compelling funding cases.

The charity operates a hybrid working model, with regular weekly attendance to Surrey. Candidates should be based within London or the South East and able to travel as required.

Apply to Hannah at Harris Hill onto learn more and get the full job pack. Rolling recruitment

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Build partnerships that change young lives!

Wigan Youth Zone is looking for a Corporate Partnerships Manager to build meaningful relationships with businesses that want to make a real difference in their local community.

Salary: £32,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time (with some flexibility considered)
Location: Wigan Youth Zone

Benefits include:

• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), plus more with service
• Your birthday off
• Gym access
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee assistance programme and pension
• Discounted holiday club access for staff

About the Youth Zone:

Wigan Youth Zone gives young people somewhere safe to go, something positive to do, and someone trusted to talk to. As a vibrant, purpose-built facility supporting young people aged 8-19 (up to 25 with additional needs), it plays a vital role in the life of the borough. This role helps that impact continue and grow by connecting local businesses with a cause that really matters.

The opportunity:

Working closely with the Head of Fundraising, senior leaders, and trustees, you'll lead on securing and growing significant corporate partnerships, generating £75,000+ per year, with ambition to increase this to £100,000+ over time.

What you'll do:

• Build new, long-term corporate partnerships
• Develop compelling partnership ideas and proposals
• Steward and grow existing supporter relationships
• Identify opportunities for collaboration and engagement
• Represent Wigan Youth Zone across the local business community

This is a hands-on role with real scope to shape your approach and clearly see the impact of your work.

Who this role could suit:

We are look for an extremely proactive relationship developer.

You might come from community fundraising, corporate partnerships, business development, sales, marketing, communications, or another relationship-led income role.

What matters most is your ability to build trust, communicate impact, and turn relationships into sustainable support. Strong transferable skills such as influencing, persuasive writing, stakeholder management, and strategic thinking are highly valued.

Local knowledge of Wigan and existing networks are a real advantage.

How to Apply:

Please send a copy of your profile or CV to Priya Vencatasawmy as a first step.

If your experience matches what we're looking for, we'll be in touch with further information on how to make your formal application.

This roll is being advertised on a rolling basis, which means we will be sharing applications as and when we receive them if this affects you in any way please let Priya know.

Deadline: 13^th July at 9am

Interviews: TBC

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with

Main Purpose of the Role

The Head of Partnerships and Networks provides senior leadership for EHCVS’s partnerships, networks, and income development. Reporting to the CEO, the post-holder strengthens the voice and connectivity of the local voluntary and community sector (VCS) and develops new, sustainable income for the organisation and the wider sector.

The role focuses on growing corporate funding and business partnerships, developing Hounslow Giving (the borough’s place-based giving scheme) in partnership with the Head of Volunteering, and encouraging collaboration and consortium bids across the VCS.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Funding and Income Development

• Lead the development of corporate funding, sponsorship, and business partnerships to generate sustainable income for EHCVS and the wider sector.

• Build relationships with local businesses, major employers (such as Heathrow), and corporate funders, developing clear cases for support.

• Identify corporate social responsibility (CSR) and community investment opportunities and help diversify income.

Developing Hounslow Giving (Place-Based Giving)

• Work with the Head of Volunteering to develop Hounslow Giving, the borough’s place-based giving scheme, as part of the London Giving network.

• Bring together business, philanthropic, public, and community partners to grow local giving and connect funds to local need.

• Support donation, fundraising, and volunteering routes that engage both individuals and businesses.

Partnerships, Networks and Consortium Development

• Coordinate and facilitate EHCVS networks and forums across both boroughs, encouraging partnerships and collaboration within the VCS.

• Develop consortium bids with VCS partners, brokering relationships to pursue joint funding opportunities.

• Represent EHCVS and the VCS at strategic boards and sector events, and maintain relationships with statutory partners (local authorities, NHS, Integrated Care Board).

Leadership and Team

• Provide senior leadership for partnerships, networks, and income development, contributing to the senior leadership team and deputising for the CEO as required.

• Line manages relevant staff, providing supervision and development support.

Monitoring, Reporting and Governance

• Capture engagement, income, and outcomes, and contribute to internal and funder reporting.

• Ensure activity complies with relevant policies (safeguarding, GDPR, equality and diversity) and with fundraising good practice.

Person Specification

Essential

• Senior experience of developing partnerships, networks, or income in the VCSE, public, or social enterprise sector.

• Proven track record of securing corporate funding, sponsorship, or business partnerships.

• Experience in developing consortium or partnership bids and brokering collaboration.

• Experience of, or strong understanding of, place-based giving, community foundations, or philanthropy.

• Strong relationship-building, facilitation, and communication skills across sectors.

• Experience in managing staff and leading delivery.

• Commitment to the values of the voluntary and community sector and to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Desirable

• Knowledge of the VCSE and funding environment in Ealing and Hounslow.

• Experience of developing or launching a place-based giving scheme or similar initiative.

• Familiarity with the London Giving network and London Funders.

• Experience working in a local infrastructure or second-tier organisation.

Closing date: 12 July 2026

We are looking for a Senior High Value Events Manager to join the High Value Events team at Save the Children UK on a 15-month fixed term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and deliver a dynamic portfolio of high-profile fundraising and engagement events that generate significant income and deepen relationships with some of our most important supporters.

Note: This is a 15-month fixed term contract opportunity.

About us

Save the Children UK believes every child deserves a future. In the UK and around the world, we work every day to give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm.  When crisis strikes, and children are most vulnerable, we are always among the first to respond and the last to leave.  We ensure children's unique needs are met and their voices are heard. We deliver lasting results for millions of children, including those hardest to reach.

About the role

The role of the Senior Manager, High Value Events is to lead the planning and execution of high value fundraising and engagement events. This role is critical for driving new business and securing significant flexible funding through the events portfolio and will work closely with key external senior stakeholders and internal fundraising and partner teams including Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy, teams to deliver on these goals. It will lead on existing fundraising and engagement events and identify and develop new income generating opportunities to secure committed long-term engagement, opportunities and maximise flexible income.

Working closely with the Head of High Value Events and the other Senior Events Managers, you will build capability within the team by sharing knowledge, skills and developing new income generating concepts. You will be responsible for senior stakeholder management, with the potential to include committee members, senior philanthropists, corporate contacts and Save the Children UK's Patron. Where the opportunity merits it, you will work in multi-disciplinary teams with colleagues to support our fundraising and influencing aims.

 In this role, you will:

• Be accountable for delivering high-value fundraising and engagement events, ensuring they meet high standards and effectively engage key stakeholders to secure significant flexible funding.
• Proactively identify, develop, and implement new event opportunities to secure long-term, committed engagement and maximise funding.
• Manage senior external stakeholder relationships, as well as work closely with internal teams, including Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy, to align fundraising and engagement goals and maximise the impact of our events, including helping to strengthen our fundraising pipelines.
• Support the Head of High-Value Events to develop the team's skills, knowledge and ways of working, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.

About you

To be successful, it is important that you have:

• Expertise in project managing and delivering high-value events to a high standard.
• Strong finance and budgeting skills, with proven ability to meet income and engagement targets.
• Track record of developing compelling event concepts and content that attract and engage high value audiences.
• Ability to think strategically and align event outcomes with broader organisational objectives.
• Strong understanding of high value audiences, including donor motivations and cultivation and stewardship best practice.
• Ability to utilise data and insights to ensure decision making is rooted in evidence.
• Good understanding of event compliance, including health & safety, legal, risk management and safeguarding.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills, particularly for influencing senior external stakeholders and managing high-profile relationships.
• Leadership and mentoring capabilities to lead project teams, matrix manage colleagues and cultivate a high-performing team culture.
• Excellent attention to detail and motivated by high standards. .
• Excellent time management and prioritisation skills.

Please note: To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience. Unfortunately once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications.

Location & Ways of Working:

The majority of our roles can be performed remotely in the UK, but at times you will be required to come to your contracted office (usually between 2–4 days per month, depending on the needs of your role, team, or service). For many roles, this is likely to be the minimum required to deliver impact.

This will be discussed and agreed with your manager / team and we encourage candidates to discuss our ways of working in more detail at interview stage.

Please note: travel costs to your contracted office will be at your own expense.

Salary: £40,713 - £44,683 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Location: London (Hybrid – 2 days per week in the office)
Closing date: Thursday 16 July 
Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service), 7.25% employer pension contribution, private medical insurance and health cashback scheme.

We have a great opportunity for a Trusts and Foundations Manager working for a global humanitarian charity.  Reporting to the Senior Trusts and Foundations Manager, this is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing philanthropy team at a time of significant growth, with ambitious plans to increase income and deepen relationships with major funding partners.

As part of this exciting role, you will manage a portfolio of significant grants, ensuring exceptional stewardship and grant management throughout the funding cycle. You will develop compelling reports and communications that demonstrate impact, work closely with programme, finance and international colleagues to ensure donor compliance, and build strong relationships with existing and prospective funders. Alongside maintaining and growing a pipeline of trusts and foundations capable of making five and six-figure gifts, you will identify opportunities to secure renewed and increased support, helping to drive the organisation's ambitious fundraising goals.

To be successful as the Trusts and Foundations Manager, you will need:

• Experience producing high-quality written communications, proposals and reports for funders or stakeholders
• Experience maintaining and developing relationships with supporters, donors or key stakeholders, alongside excellent communication skills
• Proven success securing significant gifts or grants from trusts, foundations or other high-value donors, ideally at £50,000 level 

If you would like to discuss this role with us please email your CV to [email protected] or contact us and quote the reference 3024HB.

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

We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
 

Shaftesbury is a national disability charity that supports more than 4,000 children, young people and adults with a disability every year to live a life that truly adds up for them. That is at the heart of everything they do.

Their vision ‘all together better for disability’, is about working alongside the people they support so they can participate, contribute and be valued for who they are.

Their work is spearheaded by 1,500+ dedicated staff and volunteers who deliver a wide range of disability care, special education and rehabilitation services across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, around the clock. 

To achieve their vision, they are looking for an Individual Giving Manager with a focus on acquisition to work alongside the Head of Individual Giving across regular gifts, appeals, lottery, raffle and other new products.

The Individual Giving Manager drives the recruitment of new supporters and supports the stewardship of warm audience, generating sustainable income for Shaftesbury. The proportion of acquisition focus v retention focus is likely around 70/30. 

This role focuses on maximising long-term value through innovative and impactful multichannel campaigns including reactivating lapsed supporters, optimising supporter conversion and delivering engaging onboarding experiences. The Individual Giving Manager will work on growing regular giving, cash and gaming pipelines and manage exciting projects which could include digital, DRTV, face-to- face, telemarketing, direct mail and radio. The role will provide assistance to the Head of Individual Giving with all retention activity, including cash appeals and newsletters. 

Shaftesbury is happy to consider fundraisers or officer level candidates looking to step up into their first manager level role. At present this role doesn’t line manage, so management experience is not necessary. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate an enthusiasm for fundraising, supporter journeys and creative thinking and may have experience within a UK based charity in either IG and legacies, community fundraising, corporate or philanthropy.

This role is hybrid, with 4 days per month on average at either the Gateshead office or London office. The one role is being advertised twice to ensure candidates from both geographic locations see the role within their search remit and feel able to apply. 

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 using the information in the Candidate Pack to organise an informal screening call. Please note, we cannot progress candidates through to longlist without speaking with them, so please ensure you leave enough time to organise a screening call before the role closes. 

If you need assistance with downloading the pack, please send an email to THINK and our team will support you.

Closing date for applications: Midnight Sunday 12th July 

Stage 1 interviews are likely to be held on Tuesday 21st July and Stage 2 on Tuesday 28th or Friday 31st July.

Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a great charity charity to recruit for the Community Fundraiser. This is an exciting opportunity to work with individuals, community groups, schools, sports clubs, businesses, and volunteers to develop engaging fundraising activities that generate income, increase awareness, and strengthen community connections.

Key Responsibilities:

Community Fundraising & Events

• Support the delivery of community fundraising plans and campaigns.
• Help achieve agreed income targets and manage expenditure within budget.
• Research, develop, and deliver community events and fundraising campaigns.
• Identify new opportunities to increase engagement and income.

Community Partnerships

• Build and maintain relationships with local groups, schools, businesses, clubs, and community organisations.
• Support and develop local supporter groups.
• Encourage long-term partnerships and repeat fundraising activity.
• Conduct appropriate due diligence on prospective partners.

Supporter Engagement

• Provide advice and guidance to individuals and groups organising fundraising activities.
• Deliver excellent supporter care and stewardship.
• Encourage ongoing involvement and advocacy through positive relationship management.

Volunteer Support

• Work alongside colleagues to recruit, train, and support fundraising volunteers.
• Identify opportunities to increase volunteer involvement in community activities and events.

Administration & Compliance

• Maintain accurate fundraising records and databases.
• Produce reports on fundraising activity and income.

About You

You will be an excellent communicator with strong organisational skills and the ability to build relationships with a wide range of people.

Essential Requirements

• Experience of fundraising within the charity sector, or transferable skills.

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• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working towards targets and objectives.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, databases, email and online systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly.

Desirable

• Experience working with volunteers.
• Knowledge of fundraising regulations and best practice.
• Experience using CRM systems.
• Health and Safety qualification (or equivalent).

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £27,398- £28,840 per annum
• Contract type: Permanent, full time,
• Location: Telford, Shropshire , Office based (flexible)
• Deadline: On rolling basis
• Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to

If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Help shape the future of Britain's mountain heritage

The Mountain Heritage Trust (MHT) is the national charity dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich history of mountaineering, climbing and exploration in the UK and beyond. Our collections, archives and stories document over two centuries of adventure, innovation and human endeavour in the mountains.

Thanks to support from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, we are embarking on an ambitious two-year programme to improve access to our collections, expand our audiences, strengthen partnerships and build a sustainable future for the Trust.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and entrepreneurial Communications & Business Development Manager to help lead this exciting next phase of development.

About the role

This is a unique opportunity to combine communications, fundraising, partnership development and project delivery within a respected national heritage organisation.

Working closely with trustees, volunteers, consultants and partner organisations, you will:

● Lead delivery of our communications and audience development activity

● Develop new fundraising, sponsorship and income generation opportunities

● Build and manage strategic partnerships across the heritage, outdoor and education sectors

● Co-ordinate and support our volunteer programme

● Help deliver exhibitions, events, outreach activity and digital projects

● Support delivery of our National Lottery Heritage Fund project and long-term organisational sustainability

This is a varied and outward-facing role with significant scope to shape the future direction of the Trust.

About you

We are looking for someone who can combine strategic thinking with practical delivery.

You may come from a heritage, charity, cultural, environmental, education or outdoor-sector background and will have experience in three or more of:

● Fundraising, business development, income generation and grant applications

● Communications, marketing or audience development

● Social media management

● Partnership management and stakeholder engagement

● Volunteer coordination and project delivery

● Heritage, museums or archives

● Interest in outdoor recreation, climbing or mountaineering

Most importantly, you will be a strong relationship builder, an effective communicator and someone who enjoys turning ideas into action.

In addition, applicants should:

● Have the right to work in the UK

● Be able to travel occasionally throughout the UK, so a driving licence is useful.

Why join us?

This is an opportunity to play a leading role in safeguarding and sharing Britain's mountain heritage while helping shape the long-term future of a nationally significant organisation.

Want to apply for this role?

Read the full job description and submit your application. You will be asked to upload your CV and supporting statement. You will need to be signed into a Google account to access the links.

Closing Date: 22 July 2026
Interviews: Week commencing 27 July 2026
Expected Start Date: September 2026

About Us:

Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting is the world’s only movement for every girl and any girl because we believe that each of them deserves to be the best they can be. Girl Guides and Girl Scouts learn by doing, make friends and have fun. In brave, local spaces, girls develop the skills and attitudes to change themselves, their communities and our world. The World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts supports 153 national Girl Guide and Girl Scout organisations around the world to be united, thriving and growing.

Job Purpose:

WAGGGS is embarking on a once-in-a-generation capital investment programme to secure the long-term sustainability of its global property portfolio, including its iconic World Centres.

These centres are at the heart of the Movement - places where girls and young women from across the world come together to learn, lead, and build lifelong connections.

Over the next ten years, £5.9 million is required to protect, upgrade, and future-proof these spaces, ensuring they remain accessible, inclusive, and fit for the next generation.

A significant proportion of this funding (£3.75 million) will be raised through a global capital fundraising campaign. This project will coincide with WAGGGS Centenary in 2028 and is an amazing opportunity to amplify the moment.

This role will lead the initial scoping and feasibility phase of the campaign- testing assumptions, shaping a compelling case for support, and laying the foundations for a successful multi-year appeal. The consultant will assess readiness, define strategy, and provide clear recommendations on campaign viability, structure, and resourcing.

Subject to successful scoping and organisational readiness, there is potential for this role to transition into a longer-term position leading campaign delivery.

About You:

We are looking for an experienced fundraising professional with a track record of developing and delivering major fundraising strategies, ideally including capital campaigns, feasibility studies, or significant growth projects. You have experience securing high-value support from trusts, foundations, institutional funders, major donors, or other philanthropic partners, and understand how to build compelling cases for investment.

A strategic thinker with strong relationship-building skills, you are comfortable engaging senior stakeholders, assessing fundraising potential, and translating complex projects into clear, evidence-based recommendations. You are motivated by the opportunity to help shape a once-in-a-generation campaign that will secure the future of WAGGGS' World Centres and their impact on generations of girls and young women around the world.

Key Responsibilities:

• Campaign Scoping and Feasibility 
• Case for Support Development
• Donor and Market Analysis
• Campaign Strategy Design
• Resource and Delivery Model
• Implementation Road map

Please refer to the attached Job description for the detailed key responsibilities.

To apply for this role, please submit your CV and a Cover Letter.

In your Cover Letter, please highlight your relevant experience in fundraising and capital appeals, including any experience of campaign planning, feasibility assessments, major donor fundraising and developing cases for support, and tell us why you are interested in working with WAGGGS.

Please note applicants must have right to live and work in the UK. 

Job title: Supporter Development Officer

Responsible to: Trusts & Foundations Fundraising Manager

Line management: None

Salary: c. £29,0000 per annum, dependent on experience

Hours of work: Full-time, 37 hours per week.

Contract type: Permanent

Location: Flexible: remote, hybrid or office-based (Horsforth, Leeds)

At the Bone Cancer Research Trust, our fundraising success is built on strong relationships with our supporters. In this newly created role, the successful candidate will have an exciting opportunity to drive our approach to Individual Giving, Legacies and Major Donors. This role requires highly collaborative working across teams to bring greater consistency, coordination and progress to this work. 

This role will be focused on delivering outcomes by supporting the Relationship Team in their stewardship of new and existing supporters. The Supporter Development Officer sits within the Trusts & Foundations team and will play an important part in connecting activity across teams, helping to ensure consistency, identify opportunities and drive progress. 

It’s an exciting time to join the Bone Cancer Research Trust, as we build upon our successes over the last 20 years. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to shape this new and varied role and play an important part in our highly successful fundraising team.

Interviews for shortlisted candidates will take place during w/c 13th July 2026.

Help tackle loneliness among older people in care homes

Thousands of older people living in care homes receive few or no visitors. Friends for Life Bedfordshire exists to change that.

Through our befriending and group activities, we bring companionship, connection and meaningful relationships to care home residents across Bedford and the surrounding area.

We are now looking for a Fundraiser to help secure and grow the income that makes this work possible.

About Friends for Life Bedfordshire

We are a Bedford-based charity working to address the social isolation of older residents in Bedfordshire’s care homes.

Founded in 2007, we have grown from a small local initiative to a registered charity with c90 volunteers supporting more than 30 care homes across Bedford Borough. In the last year, over 1,100 care home residents received our services.

The Role

This is a pivotal role for the charity. It is key to the delivery of our business plan and growth aspirations.

You will take ownership of fundraising and income generation, ensuring we have the resources to sustain and grow our impact.

You will lead on grant fundraising whilst also developing community and individual giving, and delivering engaging fundraising events.

This is a hands-on role in a small organisation, so you will have real ownership and visibility. You will shape our fundraising strategy and directly influence how many residents we can reach.

This role is suited to someone who is both strategic and practical — someone who can develop the fundraising strategy and the plan to deliver this, but is equally comfortable writing applications, building relationships and making things happen.

Key Responsibilities

Grant Fundraising

• Identify and secure funding from trusts, foundations and statutory bodies
• Write high-quality, compelling funding applications
• Build and manage a strong pipeline of funding opportunities
• Maintain relationships with funders, including reporting and stewardship

Community & Individual Fundraising

• Grow income through local partnerships, supporters and community initiatives
• Engage schools, businesses and individuals to generate support
• Work with Marketing, Partnerships & Activities Lead to develop campaigns that drive regular and one-off donations
• Strengthen our local supporter base and visibility

Fundraising Events

• Plan and deliver fundraising events (community and corporate), managing logistics, budgets and stakeholder coordination
• Work with Marketing, Partnerships & Activities Lead to promote events through social media and marketing platforms
• Ensure events are engaging, effective and financially successful
• Evaluate performance and improve future activity

Strategy, Compliance & Reporting

• Develop and deliver a clear fundraising strategy aligned to organisational goals
• Track performance against targets and provide insight
• Ensure all fundraising is compliant with regulations and best practice
• Represent the charity externally with confidence and credibility

About You

We are looking for someone who can take ownership of fundraising and produce results in a small, resource-constrained environment.

You will likely bring:

• Experience developing or contributing to a fundraising strategy
• Proven experience in fundraising, with a track record of generating income
• Strong experience in writing successful grant applications
• Experience of developing and growing income from community fundraising initiatives (e.g. partnerships, volunteer-led activities, individuals and events)
• Ability to build and manage relationships with funders, donors or partners
• Strong written communication skills — able to create compelling cases for support
• Ability to work independently, prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
• A proactive, resourceful approach — you don’t wait to be told what to do
• Comfortable balancing strategy with hands-on delivery

What We Offer

• £16.79 per hour (£18,334 per year for 21 hours per week)
• Employer pension
• Flexible and hybrid working
• A supportive and passionate team of staff, volunteers and trustees
• The chance to transform the lives of care home residents every single week

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a short covering statement outlining how your experience aligns with the position.

Selection will be via an interview.

Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to evidence this prior to interview.

Finally, the role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

About Us

Are you looking for a job where you can make a difference to a local community? Chinnor Village Centre aims to be the welcoming hub of the village and local area, bringing together people of all ages and backgrounds by providing a place to meet and services aimed at ending social isolation. 

About The Role

The Centre Manager will oversee the day to day running of centre, making sure we have a safe and welcoming environment. Working with Trustees, you will play a key part in bringing about change at the Centre to ensure its future sustainability and place at the heart of the Chinnor and surrounding villages. This includes seeking out and securing funding opportunities to increase income and providing leadership to our small staff team. Volunteers are at the heart of everything we do and the Centre Manager will need to promote the Centre as a great place to volunteer. 

Key responsibilites:

• Ensuring appropriate policies and protocols are in place.
• Overseeing a programme of works for the refurbishment and updating of the Centre.
• Line manage our 7 staff.
• Produce financial reports and plans, working with our Treasurer and Bookkeeper.
• Identify and lead the application process for grants and funding.
• Provide governance and admin support to the Board of Trustees.

The post is offered at £35,000 to £38,000 fte per year (actual up to £30,400 for 30 hours per week). Other benefits include 25 days holiday per year pro rata and a workplace pension scheme. The postholder will need to be on site for the majority of time. 

The Centre Manager role is a varied one, with no day the same. If you enjoy working with people and are able to ensure the busines aspects of our charity run efficeintly then we would love to hear from you.