The Bridge Group is currently seeking a Partnerships and Development Manager to support our work as a leading independent research and advisory charity promoting socio-economic inclusion through evidence, insight and collaboration.
For over a decade, the Bridge Group has worked with organisations across sectors, asking the right questions, uncovering what works, and turning data-led insights into meaningful change.
Our vision is an education system and a labour market where background is no barrier – and everyone, wherever they started in life, has the chance to realise their potential.
To help us move into the next ten years with energy, vision and a healthy funding portfolio, we are looking to engage a new fundraising and business development professional to help us develop our fundraising strategy and seek out new sources of income.
We would particularly welcome your application if you:
- Have at least 3 years’ experience of working in a fundraising or a similar role that covered at least two of the following areas:
- proposal and/or grant application development
- client or donor liaison
- philanthropic fundraising (from individuals and/or foundations)
- promotional content writing.
- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Enjoy networking and relationship-building and would be comfortable representing the charity and its values to clients, partners and potential funders.
- Have a strong understanding of the charity sector and fundraising networks and mechanisms.
- Have experience of project, programme or funder portfolio management.
- Would welcome a remote-working role with occasional travel, and are happy to work as part of a small team.
If you’re interested in applying, please visit our website at the link below. Applications from people who come from a lower socio-economic background or historically under-represented group are particularly encouraged. We are also inclusive of people who are neurodivergent, or have a health condition or a disability, and would make reasonable adjustments for this at both the interview stage (please specify in your application) and, should your application be successful, in the workplace.
Online interviews are planned for the week commencing 05 October 2026.
Our vision is an education system and a labour market where background is no barrier.

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Working face-to-face in central Birmingham, Online, or a combination of both.
Flexible hours. Minimum of 5 client sessions a week. Opportunities available for daytime, evening, or weekend work.
Must have successfully completed the High Intensity CBT NHS Course and be accredited (or working towards accreditation) with BABCP.
DBS Check and safeguarding training are a must.
You will be working in a friendly community-based team in this not-for-profit organisation.
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Event & Engagement Coordinator
Remotely based in North West England and a willingness to travel where appropriate
Job Purpose:
To plan, coordinate, and deliver a range of local events across North West England with the potential to grow into other areas in the future, ensuring each event is well-organised, inclusive, and engaging for local communities. The Local Event & Engagement Coordinator will collaborate closely with partners, local authorities, suppliers, volunteers, and members to deliver high-quality, unique and memorable experiences.
Who are we looking for?
· Energetic and positive, bringing enthusiasm to everything you do.
· Excited by change, seeing new opportunities and possibilities.
· Keen to succeed with a strong development mindset.
· Passionate about delivering great events and experiences.
· Open to feedback, always looking for ways to improve.
Key Responsibilities:
Event Coordination
· Plan and manage logistics for a variety of local member events, making sure all events are accessible and attractive to both existing and potential members.
· Liaise with relevant external and internal contacts such as venues, suppliers, CSSC’s ticketing platform, Head Office departments, and volunteers.
· Complete all relevant compliance work such as risk assessments and public liability checks.
· Support both long standing and new volunteers with all aspects of volunteer led events, including creating events on ticketing platform and promoting events through email and social platforms
· Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring value for money and accurate financial tracking.
· Oversee event setup and breakdown where applicable, managing on-site logistics and resolving any issues on the day.
· Recruit and coordinate volunteers to assist with events.
· Evaluate event success through feedback, data collection, and post-event reporting.
Digital Engagement
· Promote events via social media, email campaigns, posters, and local press in collaboration with marketing teams.
· Manage and grow the North West’s CSSC TikTok presence, including content planning, filming, editing, posting, and community engagement.
· Create engaging, on-brand short-form video content tailored to target audiences.
· Monitor performance metrics and use insights to optimise content strategy and increase reach and engagement.
· Stay up to date with emerging social media trends, tools, and platform updates.
Key Skills & Experience:
Essential:
· Proven experience in planning and delivering events.
· Strong organisational and time-management skills.
· Ability to manage budgets and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
· Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
· Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when required.
· Ability to analyse member insights to inform event planning and attract potential new members.
· Ability to work collaboratively with regional teams to support membership growth and positive member experiences.
· Ability to build rapport with volunteers and identify the support needed for successful event delivery.
· Confidence in using IT systems and ticketing platforms to promote events across appropriate channels.
Desirable:
· Experience working with community groups, charities, membership organisations or not for profits.
· Knowledge of health and safety and safeguarding procedures.
· Familiarity with marketing or PR for events.
· First Aid or event safety training.
· Previous experience with ticketing platforms or willingness to learn.
· Understanding of how comms and events align with one another.
· Data literacy or willingness to understand some basic data analytics
· Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel where appropriate
We are a not-for-profit, membership, organisation for over 124,000 colleagues from the civil service and public sector.