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Senior PR and Communications Manager
The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity
Location: Chelsea, London (Hybrid working, two office days)
Salary: £51,000
Contract: Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity exists to transform the lives of people affected by cancer. We fund world-leading research, state-of-the-art equipment and exceptional patient environments, ensuring The Royal Marsden can continue to deliver outstanding care and develop pioneering treatments used across the UK and beyond.
Following significant growth and the successful £70m Oak Cancer Centre Appeal, we are now delivering our most ambitious strategy yet - raising at least £215m over five years, including a major new development in Chelsea.
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior PR and Communications Manager to lead our PR and Communications function and play a key role in raising the Charity’s profile as a global leader in cancer research funding.
You will lead the development and delivery of a proactive and reactive PR and communications strategy that enhances our reputation, drives awareness, and supports fundraising across all income streams.
Managing a small team, you will work collaboratively across the Charity and hospital to identify compelling stories—from groundbreaking research to powerful patient and supporter experiences—and bring them to life across regional, national and sector media.
What You’ll Be Doing
Strategic Leadership
Media Relations & Reputation Management
Content and Storytelling
Campaigns and Partnerships
Stakeholder Engagement
About You
We are looking for a confident and strategic communications leader with strong charity sector experience.
You will bring:
Desirable:
Why Join Us
Benefits
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are dedicated to ensuring equitable opportunities for all.
The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity raises money to improve the lives of people affected by cancer.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Corporate and Philanthropy Partnerships Manager
Location: Headquarters in Lincoln – HEMS Way, Lincoln, LN4 2GW. Hybrid working may be available upon completion of probation
Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 per week
Salary: Salary range: £36,000 to £42,000 (FTE) dependent upon skills and experience
Contract: Permanent
Reporting to: Head of Corporate, Community & Events
About Us
The Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance (LNAA) provides lifesaving critical care to the communities of Lincolnshire & Nottinghamshire, funded by public donations. If somebody is involved in a serious incident or suddenly taken ill, speed and time are of the essence. Giving a patient the best chance of survival, our Air Ambulance crew effectively take the A&E department to the scene of the emergency.
Rated outstanding by the Care Quality Commission across all five areas that were inspected – Safe, Caring, Effective, Responsive and Well led, we are a friendly, inclusive, and dynamic team focused on ensuring we deliver the best possible service. The tie that binds us here at LNAA is our set of values – Teamwork. Respect. Innovation. Compassion (TRIC). We display these attributes in the way we interact with the people we meet, from former patients and volunteers to our supporters and colleagues.
About the Role
We are looking for an ambitious and relationship-driven Corporate & Philanthropy Partnerships Manager to play a key role in growing income and building high-value partnerships that support our lifesaving work.
This is a strategic and highly engaging role, responsible for developing and managing relationships with corporate partners, business leaders, and philanthropists. You will identify and secure new opportunities, while nurturing a portfolio of existing supporters to maximise long-term income and engagement.
With a strong focus on corporate philanthropy and major giving, you will work closely with senior stakeholders to secure significant gifts, multi-year commitments, and impactful partnerships. You’ll create compelling proposals and tailored engagement plans that align our mission with the priorities of our partners.
The role combines business development, relationship management, and strategic planning. You’ll collaborate across teams, represent the organisation at events and meetings, and ensure partners receive exceptional stewardship and clear impact reporting.
This is an exciting opportunity for a confident and commercially minded fundraiser or partnerships professional who thrives on building meaningful relationships, influencing decision-makers, and delivering results.
Our Benefits
*On completion of probationary period.
Closing date: 12th June 2026
Interview date: Week commencing 22ndJune 2026
N.B. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.
Interested?
If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website.
A full driving licence and access to a vehicle (or equivalent) is required for this role.
Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance is an equal opportunities employer and aims to ensure all applicants are treated fairly and equitably regardless of gender, race, colour, ethnicity, age, disabilities, social economic background, religious or political beliefs, marital status, maternity or paternity, or sexual orientation.
Please note that we are currently unable to sponsor applicants for work visas in the UK. Therefore, you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position. Applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship will not be considered.
No agencies please.
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About Woman's Trust
The charity was established in 1996 to meet the gap in specialist mental health services. Woman’s Trust is led by and for women and aims to ensure that women affected by domestic abuse can live a life free from further harm and abuse. Our approach is trauma-informed and person-centred, empowering survivors on their journey to recovery from the trauma. We are committed to a positive, inclusive and equitable environment for our staff, service users and volunteers.
Alongside delivering our existing 1-1 counselling, self-development workshops and therapeutic support groups for women who have experienced domestic abuse, we are focused on developing our innovative mental health services for young women and girls, delivering new peer-led support groups and providing therapeutic groups to children and their mothers. We are also committed to developing further awarenessraising workshops and training for professionals, building on our research and policy to improve systems nationally.
About the role
You will support Trusts & Foundations and Statutory income generation for Woman’s Trust, led by the HOF. You will secure five and six-figure, multiple-year grants and support the increase of organisational income from £1.2m to £3m in the next 3 years. You will effectively communicate our services and campaign aims and develop funder partnerships and relationships aligned to our strategic priorities. You will manage and deliver the whole cycle of trusts and foundations income generation, including regular prospecting, producing impactful funder reports and maintaining our CRM system
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week.
Contract: Permanent.
Location: Woman’s Trust premises including co-location with statutory partners and community partnership locations.
For further information and to apply, please visit our website.
Please note, CVs and cover letters should be sent in Word format.
Closing date: 29th May 2026.
Interviews will be held on a rolling basis.
This post is open to female applicants only, in line with the Equality Act 100 pursuant to Schedule, 9 Part 1 applies. We particularly welcome applications from women from black and minoritised, and disability communities.
An enhanced DBS clearance is required for this role. Police vetting Clearance may also be required.
Main duties
Special Events:
Budgets and Finance:
Special Events:
General responsibilities
Desired experience
This person specification sets out the essential abilities and qualities which are used in the selection criteria for the post. When completing your supporting statement, please address criteria E1 to E11 and K1 to K7 demonstrating your understanding and knowledge and give evidence of your experience and abilities.
Desired knowledge
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Would you like to work for an established, forward thinking charity and raise vital funds to help support survivors of domestic abuse and sexual violence?
Staying Put is well known for the great care we take with clients and employees alike. We are experts in the domestic abuse field and we continue to develop exciting, new services that are breaking the mould of traditional service provision in this sector.
About the role
The focus of the role will be on digital campaigns and organising and promoting fundraising events to generate new income streams for the charity. These new income streams will allow us to move away from reliance on our core funding and enable us to diversify into areas necessary for us to aim for our strategic goal and reach more clients.
This role will work closely with the Digital Communications Manager and Service Managers to develop, lead and achieve buy-in on all campaigns and events.
The Fundraiser will build on relationships with existing donors and corporate sponsors and establish further networks of supporters, raising the profile of Staying Put and securing further funding.
Other areas of the role will include identifying and submitting applications for prizes and awards, preparing funding proposals, helping to shape the fundraising strategic plan and reporting on the success of campaigns.
Part-time, 18.75 hours per week, over 3 days. £30,900 FTE per annum.
About you
We are looking for someone with significant experience in a fundraiser role who has proven knowledge and examples of running and evaluating digital fundraising campaigns. Knowledge of domestic abuse and sexual violence, the impact it has on victims and issues they face, would be an advantage.
Our ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage, influence and persuade new and existing supporters of Staying Put. You will need to be a self-starter with excellent communication skills. Our ideal candidate will be able to problem solve in dynamic situations and have a creative approach to income generation.
We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic fundraiser who can generate, develop and run fun and interesting campaigns and events that will create buy-in across a range of audiences.
You will be able to work with initiative, have a high level of self motivation with a “can-do” attitude but who can recognise, work with and develop their strengths within a team.
About us
With over 24 years solid experience of helping survivors of domestic abuse, Staying Put are part of an exciting and innovative, multi-agency partnership working together with Family Action and Women Centre, to develop a ‘one system approach’ to families affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence.
We are proud to provide vital support and services to men, women and children of Bradford who are survivors of domestic abuse and sexual violence. We help people have better lives – and you can too.
We are looking for enthusiastic, experienced, engaged and highly motivated people to join our expanding team.
Be part of an organisation that makes a difference and where 84% of colleagues agree or strongly agree they feel valued and appreciated.
We want to be a great place to work so have attractive benefits;
Closing date: 5pm Monday 1st June 2026
Shortlisting date: Wednesday 3rd June 2026
Interview date: Thursday 11th and Tuesday 16th June
To lead the way in quality service provision to victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: London, Old Street Head Office with hybrid working
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: £44,323.14 plus London Weighting £5,023.71 (if applicable)
Hours: 35 per week
Closing date: Sunday 7th June 2026 at 11:30pm
Does your proven fundraising or business development experience include identifying and developing new income-generating opportunities?
Then join Shelter as Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager within our Income Generation directorate and you could soon be putting your enviable skills and experience to excellent use at one of the UK’s leading charities.
About the role
This is an essential and valued role within the Partnership Management team, as you will work on our largest corporate partnership. Your role will be critical to delivering on our fundraising strategy, retaining long-term support from the private sector and driving growth in your portfolio to help tackle the housing emergency.
You will take a lead role in the management and development of one of our high-profile, multi-faceted partnerships specifically the brand partnerships element. You will also line manage direct reports and support the growth of smaller partnerships within our portfolio.
We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.
About you
You’ll need relevant fundraising or commercial business development experience that includes identifying and developing new income-generating opportunities. You’ll also need a strong understanding of commercial and financial principles and a proven ability to apply them to improve business performance. Great at establishing priorities and developing clear, efficient and logical plans to achieve your goals, monitoring performance and progress against agreed objectives comes naturally to you too. What’s more, your excellent presentation, pitching and public speaking skills enable you to engage a range of stakeholders and convey ideas succinctly and persuasively.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave (pro rata), enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.
How to Apply
Please click ‘Apply for Job’ below. You are required to submit your work and education history, along with a supporting statement. This should be relevant to the points in the ‘About You’ section of the job description attached to this advert and align with the following behaviours below.
About Shelter
A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination, and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.
At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent.
We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation.
About the team
The Income Generation Directorate at Shelter comprises of the five departments, delivering a mature fundraising programme that has seen continuous year on year diversity and growth. The directorate generates over £48m gross income each year, of which a high percentage is unrestricted.
Our Corporate Partnerships team is split into two areas - New Partnerships which generates income by securing new relationships with private sector businesses, and the Partnership Management team, where this role sits, is responsible for the growth of Shelter’s voluntary income by managing and developing existing corporate partnerships spanning a variety of sectors. And, as the division as a whole continues to grow and develop, it's a truly exciting time to join us.
Safeguarding Statement
Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing, and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.
Recruitment Agencies
Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Senior Corporate Development Manager, External Engagement
Service: External Engagement
Salary:
- starting at £42,562 rising to £46,703 FTE per annum (pro rata for part-time hours)
- Additionally, £3,866 Inner London Weighting FTE per annum for Head Office based (pro rata for part-time hours)
or
- Additionally, £480 home-based allowance FTE per annum for Home-based (pro rata for part-time hours)
Location: Hybrid Head Office or Homebased
For Head Office based roles, we typically work a minimum 2 days a week in the office. Our office space is wheelchair accessible and located in Hoxton, London, N1.
Note that this role requires travel to partner meetings and events, predominantly in central London (but also nationally). Applicants would need to be able to travel regularly, as required, to fulfil the needs of the role, even if home-based.
Hours: Full Time (37 hours per week) or Part Time (no less than 28 hours per week)
We offer flexible working arrangements - please see below for more details.
Contract: Permanent
Family Action & the role’s impact:
Family Action is a national charity committed to supporting families through change, challenge and crisis. Since the charity was founded in 1869, we have continued to help children and families overcome the challenges they face through a wide range of practical, emotional and financial support. Today we work with more than 60,000 families in around 150 community-based services, as well as supporting thousands more through our national helpline, FamilyLine.
This is an exciting time for an experienced and ambitious senior corporate fundraiser to join our high performing corporate partnerships team and lead the New Business function. Family Action recently undertook a major brand review and launched a new website, and income generation is a key priority in our 2024-29 strategy. This role will be focused on developing and growing new business activity, including identifying and securing new high-value partnerships, creating and implementing a robust growth strategy and ensuring we have the tools to deliver it. Our working culture is flexible, fun and open, with excellent opportunities to collaborate with colleagues with a range of specialisms, from brand, to marketing and communications, to fundraising, as well as our colleagues delivering Family Action’s services.
Main Responsibilities (for details check the job description and person specification):
Benefits:
We are forward looking, ambitious and committed to continuous improvement. We are a people focused, can-do organisation, which strives for excellence in all we do and operates with mutual respect.
To Apply:
· Apply via our website and click the “Apply Now” link to fill out our digital application form
· Closing Date: Sunday 31st May 2026 at 23:59
Interviews are scheduled to take place on the 11th and 15th of June 2026 - virtually, with slots throughout the working day and early/late slots available.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:
We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process and you will be asked whether you require any adjustments if shortlisted for interview. We also make reasonable adjustments on the job, where required.
We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all that we do and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Intersectionality is important to us and we particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ candidates and disabled candidates because we are committed to increasing the representation of these groups at Family Action. We know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for families and children and strive for our workforce to be truly representative of the diverse communities we support. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants and will reimburse your travel cost if you attend an in person interview.
* Ordinarily Family Action appoints new starters at the starting point of the salary scale (with subsequent annual pay progression), unless you have experience that would justify appointment further up the salary scale or there are any other exceptional reasons.
Family Action is an award-winning national charity working from the heart of local communities across England and Wales.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you passionate about gaming, streaming and online communities, and excited by the opportunity to turn that passion into life-changing impact.
Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity is looking for a Gaming and Streaming Senior Manager to help shape the future of one of the charity sector’s most exciting and ambitious growth areas.
This is a varied and high-impact role where you’ll combine relationship building, business development, team leadership and strategic planning to grow our gaming and streaming fundraising programme. You’ll work across partnerships, creator communities, live events and industry engagement—helping us build deeper relationships within the gaming world while creating experiences that connect supporters to our mission in authentic and engaging ways.
We’re looking for someone who understands the culture and energy of the gaming and streaming space, and who can bring people together around ideas, opportunities and shared goals. Existing industry connections would be valuable, but just as important is curiosity, commercial instinct and a genuine interest in the sector.
You’ll lead a small but ambitious team and work closely with colleagues across the organisation, the hospital and external partners. This role requires someone who is highly collaborative and relationship-focused, but also confident influencing stakeholders, navigating complexity and driving momentum in a fast-moving environment.
You’ll also work closely with a high-energy senior leader, so we’re looking for someone who is proactive, resilient and comfortable balancing strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.
Salary
The salary for this role is £49,900 per annum and we operate a hybrid working policy of a minimum of 2 days per week in the office.
In line with our EDI strategy and Total Reward policy, we calculate our salaries based on benchmarking data across the charity sector. To ensure fairness for existing staff and new joiners, we do not offer salaries above the advertised rate.
Key Responsibilities
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of gaming and streaming fundraising at GOSH Charity—building partnerships, growing communities and creating experiences that bring people together around a cause that matters.
We are Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity. We stop at nothing to help give seriously ill children childhoods that are fuller, funner and longer.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are recruiting for a Senior Programmes Coordinator. The team at United Way UK is a passionate, friendly and collaborative group, committed to creating meaningful change in communities across the UK.
We value trust, strong teamwork, flexibility and reliability, and we work closely together to deliver programmes and partnerships that truly make a difference.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Programme Coordinator to join our small team. The role plays an important part in the planning and coordination of our core programmes and partnerships. The role is varied and would suit someone who is organised and confident in building relationships and working with a wide range of people. You will get to work with and present to corporate partners, charities and schools, travelling across the UK to ensure projects and events are delivered smoothly and professionally.
This role will help bring partners, charities and communities together to create practical, local impact across the UK.
What you will do:
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
What You’ll Need
Why Join Us
Role Responsibilities
Please see the attached job description for full details.
Please submit your CV and a cover letter/supporting statement of no more than two pages which shares relevant experience and why you want to work with us.
• Interview venue: online interviews
• Important note: All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.
We are looking for a Corporate Partnerships Lead to use their passion, experience and skills to identify and lead innovative and insightful new business approaches and deliver an excellent standard of partnership stewardship and relationship management.
This is a hybrid role with flexibility on location, can be either once a week or once a month in the London office, additional travel to partners will also be required.
The Company
An inspiring charity dedicated to helping people at some of the most vulnerable moments in their lives. Youll be joining a highly respected organisation, known for its supportive and inclusive working culture, offering fantastic benefits flexible working!
The Role
Work with the team to create compelling, creative and commercially driven partnership propositions, funding proposals and pitches.
Foster strong relationships with Regional fundraising colleagues to align corporate engagement strategies and eliminate duplication.
Engage and manage high-level internal and external stakeholders and senior volunteers in partnership development and stewardship.
Lead on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning (annually and quarterly) for the corporate partnerships function - providing clear narrative to Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships.
Travel for donor meetings and represent St John Ambulance at external events and conferences where appropriate.
The Candidate
Proven track record in developing innovative and winning partnership concepts to drive corporate income growth.
Experience in winning and managing six-figure+ and multi-year partnerships across various income streams, including Strategic, Commercial/CRM, and Charity of the
Some leadership experience and ability to inspire and motivate corporate fundraisers supporting them in their development to drive a culture of ambition, ownership and excellence.
Budget management expertise, with strong numerical skills to set, monitor, and interrogate income as well as programme budgets.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.
We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.
Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
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:
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:
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 pro-active 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.
Deadline: 25th May at 9am
Interviews: W/C 1st of June
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
Skillway (part of the Warehouse Christian Trust) is dedicated to supporting vulnerable young people by providing them with essential life skills through hands-on training in metalwork, woodworking and crafts. The charity aims to develop both practical vocational skills and personal growth, fostering self-confidence, resilience, and employability in a safe, supportive environment.
Job Purpose:
The Head of Operations at Skillway oversees all operational aspects of this arm of the charity, ensuring the successful delivery of all our educational programmes. This role requires strong leadership, strategic vision, and day-to-day management, including student recruitment and retention, staff oversight, fundraising, and partnership management. The ideal candidate will be passionate about social impact and committed to improving the lives of vulnerable young people.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Management and Delivery
• Oversee the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of training in woodwork, metalwork and other crafts.
• Ensure the training meets the educational and personal development needs of vulnerable young people.
• Monitor student progress, providing support to overcome barriers and ensuring high-quality, impactful learning experiences.
• Develop new initiatives and adapt the existing training programmes to meet the evolving needs of students, schools and the community.
• Develop a long-term strategy for the growth of Skillway.
• Set and model high standards for the staff team, volunteers and students.
• Site housekeeping and management of Skillway’s woodland site.
2. Leadership and Staff Management
• Lead, motivate, and manage a team of staff and volunteers.
• Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture, fostering professional development and ensuring that all staff members are supported.
• Manage recruitment, training, and performance of staff and volunteers.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all participants and staff including responsibility for risk assessments.
• Develop and apply our safeguarding policy as Designated Safeguarding Lead.
3. Strategic Planning and Development
• With the Board of Trustees, develop and execute the charity's strategic goals.
• Develop and manage the charity’s budget and resources to ensure financial sustainability and impact.
• Identify and pursue new opportunities for growth, including partnerships, new funding streams, and relationships with local schools, businesses and other community organisations.
• Maintain effective and safe digital organisation of key data.
• Support the other arm of our charity - The Camino Café - as and when required.
4. Fundraising and Financial Oversight
• Lead fundraising efforts to secure funding from diverse sources, including grants, donations, corporate sponsorships, and fundraising events.
• Oversee the preparation of funding applications and reports for donors and grant-making bodies.
• Maintain financial oversight, ensuring effective use of resources, monitoring expenses and reporting financial performance to the Board using Quickbooks as the primary accounting and reporting tool.
• Improve branding and awareness of Skillway and its aims and purpose.
5. Stakeholder Engagement and Advocacy
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including local authorities, schools, community groups, donors, and business partners.
• Represent the charity in public and at events, advocating for the charity's mission and the importance of vocational education for vulnerable young people.
• Ensure the charity’s work is widely known and respected in the community.
6. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting
• Implement systems for monitoring and evaluating the impact of Skillway’s work.
• Gather feedback from participants, staff, and stakeholders to assess programme effectiveness and make improvements.
• Provide regular updates and reports to the Board of Trustees, funders, and other stakeholders on the charity’s impact and outcomes.
Qualifications and Experience:
Essential:
• Proven experience in a management role, ideally within the charity or education sector.
• Background in vocational education, youth work, or a related field, with a focus on supporting vulnerable young people.
• Experience in leading and managing a diverse team, with the ability to inspire, support, and develop staff.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.
• Demonstrated ability in fundraising, securing grants, and building donor relationships.
• Knowledge of financial management, budgeting, and reporting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and build relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• A commitment to the mission and values of the charity.
Desirable:
• Experience in working with metalwork, woodworking, or a related technical skill.
• Familiarity with the challenges faced by vulnerable young people and the ability to create a supportive and empowering learning environment.
• Experience working with boards of trustees or governance bodies.
Personal Attributes:
• Innovative and proactive, with the ability to think creatively and solve problems.
• Empathetic and understanding, with a genuine commitment to supporting vulnerable individuals.
• Strategic thinker, able to balance day-to-day operations with long-term planning and development.
Supporting vulnerable young people by providing them with essential life skills



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Change Mental Health is a leading national mental health charity providing unique support to people with severe and enduring mental ill health. With over 50 years’ experience across Scotland, they believe people affected by poor mental health and illness deserve the highest quality of support in the community and that every person has the right to be valued and to share in the opportunities, challenges, and joys of everyday life.
The charity’s goal is to change mental health services for the better: to make them more accessible, more people centered and of a higher quality. Change Mental Health want to do exactly what their name suggests; to change the stigma around mental health and mental illness, so that more people can access the support they need.
Fundraising at Change Mental Health is highly relational and deeply people‑focused. This brand new Fundraiser role offers the chance to build meaningful relationships with supporters, volunteers, community groups and businesses, many of whom are motivated by personal connections to mental health. Each week in the Fundraiser role will be different, and much of the role takes place outside the office, including attending events, meeting fundraisers, visiting corporate partners and representing Change Mental Health across Scotland.
This role could suit someone with experience within a fundraising team who is looking to broaden their scope, work in a national charity or work for a cause thats positively impacting mental health.
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.
Closing date for applications: Midnight Tuesday 26th May
Interviews are expected to be held on Thursday 4th June