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Permanent,| Full Time | Circa £35,000 + Excellent Benefits
Location: London
Make a Difference Every Day
For more than 100 years, the RAF Benevolent Fund has been supporting the RAF Family. We are a key partner in the Royal Air Force’s mission to look after its people during and after service, ensuring that this service is valued, recognised, and people are supported even when uniforms are eventually shed. We are a national charity with international reach, delivering emotional, financial and practical support wherever and whenever it is needed. Each year, our vital services and support continued to help those serving, families, veterans, and the bereaved, in 30 other countries and in 2024 more than 64,000 people benefitted from the charity’s work.
As an organisation, we encourage learning and development and there will be ample opportunity to learn more about the Royal Air Force, the broad impact of the Fund’s work as well as developing your own skillset.
About the Role
We’re looking for a proactive, highly organised Executive Assistant to support to the Director of Fundraising and Director of Strategy & Impact. You’ll manage complex schedules, coordinate meetings and committees, prepare key documents, and support strategic projects.
This is a role for someone who thrives on responsibility and variety. You’ll:
· Act as secretary for key committees, preparing agendas and taking minutes.
· Liaise with senior stakeholders internally and externally.
· Ensure smooth communication across the organisation.
· Have the opportunity to volunteer for events, meet with beneficiaries and visit RAF Stations.
What We’re Looking For
· Exceptional organisational and communication skills.
· Ability to take initiative whilst providing timely and consistent support to Directors.
· Ability to manage multiple priorities with discretion and professionalism.
· Confidence engaging with senior internal and external stakeholders.
Additional Information
· Standard DBS check required.
· Must have the right to work in the UK.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a cover letter explaining why you’re the perfect fit, including examples of how you meet the job profile.
Closing Date: Wednesday 11th March 2026, 5:00pm
A copy of the Fund’s Candidate Privacy Notice can be found on our website. As an equal opportunities employer, the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. The Fund takes safeguarding seriously, and appropriate background checks will be completed. You can find out more about our commitment to safeguarding on our website.
The RAF Benevolent Fund follows Safer Recruitment practices as it strives to ensure that everyone who comes into contact with the Fund will be protected from harm. The successful candidate for this role will need to be Standard DBS checked and prove they have the right to work in the UK. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join the Fund.
The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is a Registered Charity (No. 1081009).
Registered Charity
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Our vision is that everyone in our RAF Family – veterans, serving personnel and their families – gets support in their hour of need.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are currently looking for a Senior Finance Business Partner to join our Finance team on a full time permanent contract, offering a salary of up to £65,000 per annum.
The FP&A team provides the link between Finance and the rest of the organisation, recording and analysing data to add value to operational and strategic decision-making and develop the best possible, joined-up, financial management. Our mission is to ensure effective financial and risk management of Southbank Centre and be acknowledged as a key partner in achieving its aims and objectives.
Please download the attached Job Description for a full overview of this role's responsibilities.
The annual salary stated is based on the Full-Time Equivalent (40 hours per week). If the job is part-time, the weekly hours will be stated within the advert.
The deadline for applications is 23:59 on the closing date for the job posting.
Please note, applications sent via Email or 3rd party agencies will not be considered.
Need reasonable adjustments? Please contact us so we can help make the application process accessible to you. Be sure to include the job you are applying for and your full name.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds. By attracting people with diverse attitudes, opinions and beliefs we can continue to look at the world with fresh eyes and find new ways of doing things. The Southbank Centre is a warm and welcoming place to work, with great aspirations and ambitions to create great and accessible work for all. We pride ourselves in building a supportive environment to enable the development of our colleagues.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Prospect Researcher plays a key role in supporting high-value fundraising efforts by identifying, analysing, and prioritising potential donors, trusts, and foundations aligned with the Charity’s mission. Through in-depth research and insight generation, the post holder will build a strong, actionable pipeline of prospects, enabling personalised engagement strategies for the Philanthropy Team. Working collaboratively across the Engagement Team, the Prospect Researcher will provide intelligence that shapes cultivation plans, provides insights that supports strategic conversations at events, monitors giving trends, and ensures all prospect activity is data-informed, ethical, and compliant. This role is vital to driving sustainable income growth and deepening the Charity’s reach within the philanthropic community.
Prospect Identification and Research
- Conduct thorough research to identify and profile potential high-value donors, trusts, and foundations aligned with the charity’s mission and appeal goals.
- Use a range of tools, databases, and resources to gather information on prospects, including their giving capacity, interests, and philanthropic history.
- Prioritise prospects based on their potential value, affinity, and likelihood to engage with the charity.
Intelligence Gathering and Analysis
- Analyse research findings to produce detailed and actionable prospect profiles for use by the Philanthropy Team.
- Provide insights into donor motivations and interests to support personalised cultivation strategies.
- Monitor trends in philanthropy and the wider funding landscape to identify emerging opportunities.
Pipeline Management
- Support the development and maintenance of a robust prospect pipeline, ensuring it aligns with the income targets and timelines of the capital appeal and core funding opportunities.
- Work closely with the rest of the Relationship Engagement Team to prioritise prospects and support with research required for cultivation activities.
- Track and update prospect records in the charity’s CRM system, Microsoft Dynamics, to ensure accuracy and accessibility.
Ethical Research and Compliance
- Ensure all research is conducted ethically, legally, and in line with data protection regulations and best practices.
- Maintain confidentiality and sensitivity when handling donor and prospect information.
Collaboration and Reporting
- Collaborate with fundraising colleagues to share insights and ensure a coordinated approach to donor cultivation.
- Prepare regular reports on research activities, prospect pipeline status, and key insights to support strategic decision-making.
- Support the Relationship Engagement Team with ad hoc research needs, such as preparation for donor meetings or events.
Knowledge and Expereince
- Proven experience in prospect research, fundraising, or a related field, preferably in the charity sector.
- Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesise large amounts of information into clear and actionable insights.
- Proficiency in using research tools, databases, and online resources to identify and evaluate prospects.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Familiarity with the fundraising process, particularly high-value donor and trust fundraising.
- Experience using CRM systems to manage prospect data and track progress.
- Knowledge of the charity sector and the principles of ethical fundraising.
