Head of fundraising and communications jobs

Salary: up to £45,000 dependent on experience

Location: Bray Lake, Maidenhead (flexible hours with some home working)

Hours: 37.5 hrs per week (part time hours will be considered)

It is a really exciting time to join Thames Hospice as we embark on a transformational new Major Gifts strategy to significantly grow our fundraising income. This role offers you the chance to play a central part in shaping our future while developing your career in a supportive and ambitious environment.

We are seeking an experienced Philanthropy Manager to lead the strategic and operational direction of our Major Gifts programme, securing significant one‑off and multi‑year gifts to support Thames Hospice. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in philanthropy fundraising, exceptional relationship‑building skills, and proven ability to identify and leverage opportunities to grow income.

You will use your expertise in cultivating and stewarding high‑net‑worth individuals to expand our donor portfolio, while managing and developing the Philanthropy Executive and driving the team’s strategy. Working closely with the Head of Major Gifts, you will lead the delivery of our philanthropy strategy, ensuring ambitious income targets are met. With outstanding communication and stewardship, you will deepen donor engagement and secure transformational, long‑term support that sustains our mission of delivering exceptional palliative care to the community.

Closing date: 26th January 2026

Interviews: week commening 2nd February 2026

Martingale Postgraduate Foundation (Martingale) exists to fund and support the next generation of talented researchers. We believe that family income should not be a barrier to the pursuit of excellence, and our mission is to enable and nurture talented individuals from low-socioeconomic backgrounds to thrive within world-leading postgraduate research.

Martingale’s flagship programme is the Martingale Postgraduate Scholarship, which supports students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds to pursue and excel in postgraduate degrees, by providing:

• A fully-funded Living Wage Scholarship to pursue a one-year Masters degree or a four-year PhD.
• All tuition fees and research expenses, including a tax-free stipend for living costs.
• Tailored support to apply for Martingale courses at our partner universities.
• Access to Martingale programmes, including leadership training and connections with top academic and industry professionals.
• Membership of a pioneering community of talented researchers.

In the three years since Martingale launched, we are now supporting over 100 Scholars to undertake postgraduate degrees across our ten partner universities and have committed over £7.7m in Scholarships. We are continuing to expand our offer, bringing on new partners each year.

We are seeking an experienced communications lead to join our external engagement team and play a key role in shaping Martingale’s external profile and scholar recruitment.

As Communications Manager, you will lead on several critical aspects of Martingale’s work including all external communications from social media to PR, and brand management. Crucially, you will lead on the annual recruitment campaign for Martingale’s Postgraduate Scholarships. This three-month campaign each autumn is a fundamental part of Martingales work, ensuring we are finding and supporting as many talented people to apply as possible. Working closely with the Head of Communications and External Engagement, you will lead on all Martingale’s external communications.

A key responsibility will be ensuring that Martingale’s messaging is consistent, with a bold brand presence and strong collaboration with various external stakeholders including funders, universities, media, and government. You will also line manage the Events and Communications Officer who leads on all Martingale events and social media.

We are looking for a strong communicator with some leadership experience including line management, partnership management and external relations. You will bring excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail, a proactive mindset, and a strong alignment with Martingale’s mission. We welcome applicants from a range of career paths who are excited to be part of a growing, fast-paced charity delivering meaningful impact.

Martingale Foundation is incubated by Purposeful Ventures who provide operational and strategic support. The Communications Manager will be employed by Purposeful Ventures.

About Purposeful Ventures

Our vision is for a fairer society where all young people thrive. We work with social entrepreneurs, organisations and philanthropists that share our vision. Through our work with these partners, young people are given opportunities in education and beyond, helping them reach their true potential.

Purposeful Ventures offers philanthropists and funders bespoke advice, using an evidence-based approach to help them to identify high-impact opportunities to fund. We then partner with visionary individuals and mission-driven organisations with strong theories of change. We help them turn great ideas into sustainable and successful ventures by offering fully individualised and very hands-on support, access to funding and a ‘high-challenge, high-support’ home. We do the minimum necessary and whatever it takes to succeed.

Key Responsibilities:

Working with the Head of Communications and External Engagement, you will lead on the design and implementation of end-to-end marketing for the recruitment campaign for Martingale Scholars:

• Ensure widespread marketing of the Martingale Scholarship opportunity across the UK, including in media (e.g., student newspapers), on university campuses and on graduate job boards.
• Coordinate an effective paid advertising campaign across multiple channels.
• Directly engage prospective scholars to increase interest and convince them to apply for Martingale opportunities. For example, leading email campaigns, visiting university campuses, or hosting webinars.
• Build relationships with university academics, careers departments, student societies, graduate careers platforms, and other organisations who work with Martingale’s target audience. Encourage them to share Martingale opportunities to relevant people.
• Develop marketing materials and coordinate circulation: leaflets, brochures, social media content, video, email and newsletters, case studies and interviews with relevant people incl. current scholars.
• Procure and coordinate any relevant external providers: e.g., paid digital advertising agencies.
• Manage the Applicant Tracking System, embed and manage a CRM system for enrolled scholars.

Manage brand and increase brand awareness:

• Manage and develop Martingale Foundation’s brand identity, and the identity of our programmes: visual identity, communication style, digital presence, in-person style and feel of events.
• Design and manage a creative and innovative social media campaign across multiple channels, incl. paid ads.
• Manage the website, including maintenance, development, and SEO – with agency support.
• Lead engagement with media outlets and relevant press, including student newspapers. Write engaging press releases and generate interest in Martingale.
• Develop innovative opportunities to grow Martingale’s brand awareness including opportunities for you or the CEO to showcase Martingale’s work.

Stakeholder management and communications:

• Produce and coordinate engaging communications and events for scholars and applicants, alongside the Programme’s team.
• Manage relationships with partner universities Marketing and External Relations teams, ensuring they are consulted and pleased with progress, while also delivering on their commitments.
• Develop collaborative relationships with charity partners or organisations with similar missions to Martingale, as well as potential employers of Martingale Scholars, and ensure they are aware of Martingale’s mission and progress whilst supporting recruitment and brand building efforts.
• Build productive relationships with funders relevant communications teams.

Organisation and team:

• Line manage the Events and Communications Officer, ensuring they are supported, clear on responsibilities and how they fit into the wider strategy of Martingale.
• Work across all departments in the organisation, ensuring that staff are supported to produce communications and that all Martingale’s work is being promoted effectively.

Monitor and report on the progress of the Martingale Foundation:

• Lead the production of impact reports.
• Collect and analyse data from applications, and annually review and refine the Martingale Scholarship’s recruitment campaign to make appropriate adjustments in future years.
• Assess, evidence and communicate the impact of the Martingale Foundation Scholarship in innovative ways.

General

• As duties and responsibilities change, the job description will be reviewed and amended in consultation with the post holder.
• The post holder will carry out any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the role as requested by the line manager.

Key Requirements:

Essential Criteria

• Right to work in the UK

Experience and skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences including senior stakeholders.
• Strong experience in communications within a mission-driven organisation.
• Good track record of developing and delivering highly effective communications campaigns.
• Strategic thinking combined with hands-on content expertise.
• Experience managing and cultivating partnerships.
• Understanding of UK education, social mobility, or research funding landscapes.
• Experience in managing an organisation’s social media and website (including wordpress or similar).
• Able to assimilate complex information quickly, identifying the pertinent points and making them accessible for a wider audience.
• Advanced IT proficiency: Spreadsheet, Word Processing, CRM or Databases, Email, Web-based applications.
• Experience managing multiple projects/workstream and priorities simultaneously, while maintaining attention to detail, prioritising, and meeting deadlines. 

Desirable

• Experience working with or within higher education or research organisations.
• Graphic design experience in Adobe.
• Proven experience line managing staff.
• Familiarity with charity fundraising or philanthropic communications.
• Experience delivering communications in a startup or scale-up environment.
• Experience in working with governance boards and/or trustees.
• Experience delivering ambitious recruitment campaigns.

Personal Characteristics

• Excellent interpersonal skills: able to build rapport and trusting relationships and able to work co-operatively in a multidisciplinary setting.
• A commitment to Martingale’s mission to support postgraduate students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Comfortable working in a rapidly growing and changing organisation with a degree of ambiguity – confident to create processes and ways forward where they might not yet exist.
• Creative and innovative: willing to think outside the box to maximise reach.
• Resourceful, able to act on initiative, hardworking, detail-oriented, and systematic.

Benefits

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 29 days after two years of service and to 30 days after three years of service. This entitlement is pro rata for part-time employees. This entitlement excludes bank holidays.
• Full office closure between Christmas and New Year.
• A flexible approach to working with understanding and consideration for work-life balance and personal commitments.
• As a Purposeful Ventures employee, you will have the opportunity to be part of the TPT (The Pension Trust) scheme, our workplace pension scheme, where we make an 11% contribution; you are not required to contribute towards this scheme unless you choose to.
• Access to Charlie Perks, offering discounts and rewards at over 30,000 brands and retailers.

A senior member of the high-performing Trusts & Philanthropy team, you will be responsible for routinely raising significant revenue and capital funds from major donors. This key role will focus on working with prospects and donors with the motivation and capacity to invest in Maggie’s growth and will prioritise transformational gifts which can support our accelerated growth. You will be a strategic thinker with significant experience to deliver principal gifts to the value of £1million and above.  

 As Head of Philanthropy you will ensure the effective identification and cultivation of prospects through board or volunteer networks. You will commission a programme of engagement and stewardship events to inspire and enthuse potential supporters and invigorate current donors to continue support. You will also personally manage a prospect portfolio using exceptional communications, engagement and stewardship strategies in order to achieve our ambitious fundraising goals and objectives.

 You must be able to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of major gift portfolio management and principal gift development. A record of successfully expanding the donor base through cultivation and excellent stewardship is also essential. You will share your significant experience and insight where helpful to contribute to the successful development and implementation of Maggie’s overall fundraising strategy.
 
 Please note that interviews will held on Tuesday 3rd and Wednesday 4th February.

Please see the attached job description for further details.

About the Orpheus Centre

The Orpheus Centre is a specialist college that promotes personal development through the arts for young disabled adults. Our work is underpinned by our core values of being joyful, bold, inclusive, resilient and determined, and we are passionate about creating meaningful opportunities that change lives.

The role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and creative Legacy and Individual Giving Officer to help grow and develop our individual giving and legacy income streams.

You will plan, deliver and evaluate inspiring fundraising activity, build long‑term relationships with supporters, and provide excellent donor stewardship. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping how supporters engage with — and feel connected to — the Orpheus Centre.

Salary: £27,000 – £30,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Location:  Godstone, Surrey
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week (52 weeks per year) Flexible, hybrid and part‑time working options available
Reports to: Deputy Head of Fundraising

 Key responsibilities 

• Plan and deliver engaging individual giving appeals across multiple channels
• Develop and manage regular giving and donor stewardship journeys to increase loyalty and lifetime value
• Lead on all aspects of legacy fundraising, including promoting gifts in wills and administering legacy cases
• Build strong relationships with supporters, case studies and internal stakeholders
• Develop and nurture a mid‑value donor programme, working closely with senior fundraising colleagues
• Create new and innovative channels of giving, including In Memory and Celebration Giving
• Manage individual giving and legacy budgets and track performance
• Use Salesforce CRM to manage data, analyse performance and produce reports
• Ensure Gift Aid claims are accurate and processed in a timely manner 

About you 

You will be an organised and confident fundraiser with a passion for building relationships and telling compelling stories.

You will have:

• At least 3 years’ experience delivering fundraising or supporter‑focused projects
• Experience of using databases/CRMs and Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied workload
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
• An understanding of fundraising regulations, including Gift Aid and GDPR 

Desirable:

• Experience in individual giving and/or legacy fundraising
• Experience using Salesforce
• Experience of digital or direct marketing, copywriting or donor communications 

Why work with us? 

• A supportive and values‑driven working environment where your ideas matter
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities
• Be part of a passionate team that celebrates creativity and makes a tangible impact on young disabled people’s lives
• Opportunities for professional development and training

Join us in making a lasting difference in the lives of young disabled people through the power of the arts. 

Safeguarding and Equality 

Orpheus is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and satisfactory references. This post is classed as having a high degree of contact with vulnerable adults and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

As part of our safer recruitment process and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online searches may be undertaken as part of due diligence.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

In order to be considered you must be eligible to work in the UK.

The Orpheus Centre is proud to be a disability confident employer.

We have made a positive commitment to employing disabled people. Reasonable adjustments will be made to the recruitment procedure as required in consultation with the applicant to ensure no-one is disadvantaged because of their disability. If a disabled person is selected for a position, reasonable adjustments will be made to the workplace, including premises and equipment, work duties and practices or policies, as appropriate. All disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role as set out in the role profile and person specification will be considered for interview. 

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are: 

• Challenging attitudes towards disability
• Increasing understanding of disability
• Removing barriers to disabled people and those with long-term health conditions
• Ensuring that disabled people have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspiration

No agencies please.

Hours: 37.5 per week
Accountable to: Director
Responsible for: No direct reports
Salary: £50,000 per annum
Type: Three-year fixed term contract associated with fixed funding. Flexible working arrangements are available. Candidates are encouraged to share any flexibility requirements or proposals when applying.
 
The Head of Development will work closely with the Director to manage relations and raise funds from Trusts, Foundations, Corporates and Individuals to support the Gallery’s mission.
 
They will lead the strategic planning, execution and growth of the gallery's fundraising efforts. This includes securing major gifts, cultivating donor relationships, leading fundraising campaigns and developing income streams from individuals, trusts, foundations and corporate sponsors.
 
As a key member of the senior management team, the Head of Development will ensure that philanthropic support aligns with the gallery’s mission, vision and long-term financial sustainability.
 
Main duties and responsibilities
 
Fundraising Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy to support the gallery’s exhibitions, public programming, capital renewal and endowment.
• Lead and manage, with the Director, all fundraising activities including annual giving, major gifts, legacy giving, membership, grants and corporate partnerships.
• Set annual income targets and monitor progress, adjusting strategies to ensure goals are met.

 
Donor & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and manage relationships with major donors, patrons and sponsors.
• Oversee donor communications, appropriate acknowledgements and stewardship activities to maintain and deepen engagement.
• Represent the gallery at fundraising events, networking functions and relevant public engagements.

 
Campaigns & Special Initiatives

• Design and implement major fundraising campaigns, including gala events.

 
Grants & Proposal Writing

• Identify and pursue funding opportunities from trusts and foundations.
• Supervise grant writing, reporting, evaluation and compliance processes.

 
Collaboration & Reporting

• Work closely with curatorial, marketing and education teams to align fundraising with programming.
• Provide regular fundraising reports and forecasts to the board.
• Support the Board of Trustees and Fundraising Committee with strategy, materials and coordination.

 
Person Specification:
 
Experience

• Proven track record (3 years) in fundraising roles, preferably within the arts, cultural or nonprofit sector.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Knowledge of fundraising regulations and donor data systems.
• Strategic thinker with a passion for the arts and community engagement.

 
Desirable skills and abilities

• Creative approach to donor engagement and storytelling.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Excellent relationship management skills.
• Experience with legacy and endowment fundraising.
• Existing networks in the arts or philanthropic community.

 
Personal

• Flexible team member with the ability to collaborate and support other colleagues.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

 
General
 
Undertake any other duties as may be reasonably required by the Director.

The role may involve occasional evening and weekend working, as well as early morning and late evenings, for which time off in lieu will be given.
 
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Are you a strategic, results-driven fundraising professional looking for a leadership role where you can make a real difference? 

St Peter & St James Hospice is seeking a Head of Fundraising to drive our income generation strategy, ensuring we have the resources to continue delivering exceptional care and support to people affected by life-limiting illnesses. This is a unique opportunity to lead, innovate, and shape the future of fundraising for a much-loved local charity. 

Job details: 

Location: St Peter & St James Hospice, North Common Road, North Chailey, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 4ED 

Salary: £51,288 - £55,499 per annum (full-time equivalent)

Contract Type: Permanent 

Working Pattern: Flexible (compressed, 9-day fortnight), Full Time (37.5hrs) or Part Time (30+hrs) 

Closing date: Sunday 11th January 2026 

Interviews: W/C 19th January 2026 

What You'll Do: 

Strategic Development 

• Develop and implement a multi-channel fundraising strategy aligned with organisational goals, identifying new income streams and opportunities for growth. 

• Work closely with the Head of Retail to ensure alignment and maximisation of retail outlets to boost voluntary income.

• Be accountable to the Executive Team and the Board for regular updates on performance. 

Team Management 

• Lead, inspire, and develop the fundraising team to achieve their targets and deliver exceptional donor experiences. 

• Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. 

• Manage training, development, and performance of team members, recognising strong performance and addressing areas of development. 

Financial Accountability & Reporting

• Co-define, manage and monitor the fundraising budgets and forecasting, ensuring optimal resource allocation and financial sustainability.

• Develop and deliver effective KPI reports to enable data and evidence-based decisions.

• Ensure compliance with fundraising and legal regulations, ethical fundraising guidelines, and best practices. 

Relationship Building 

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with high-value donors, corporate partners, grant-making bodies, and other stakeholders. 

• Develop stewardship programs to enhance donor retention and lifetime value. 

• Represent the organisation at networking events and industry forums. 

• Be an advocate and champion for fundraising throughout the organisation. 

What we’re looking for: 

To excel in this role, you will have: 

• Experience working in a fundraising environment at a senior level, with proven track record in achieving significant income growth 

• Proven track record of managing high-value relationships 

• Strong leadership and team management skills, with ability to inspire and engage in an empowering manner 

• Understanding of all income streams and fundraising disciplines, with ability to support team members across areas of expertise 

• Experience using Raiser’s Edge or similar CRM platform, and data-driven decision making 

• Experience producing fundraising strategies and stewardship plans 

• Experience reviewing and analysing performance and financial information, including budgeting and forecasting 

• Skilled communicator and negotiator at all levels 

• Strategic thinker with a results-driven and impact-focused mindset 

• Highly motivated and inspirational leader 

• Resilient under pressure and positive driver of change 

• Compassionate and sensitive approach to employees, volunteers, and stakeholders 

• High level of personal and professional commitment and self-awareness 

Why join us? 

• Be part of a mission-led organisation that makes a tangible difference to people’s lives. 

• Lead a passionate team and develop a dynamic fundraising strategy that spans community fundraising, trusts and grants, corporate partnerships, major donors, and legacy giving. 

• Work collaboratively across teams, including Marketing & Communications, Finance, and Trustees, to build strong donor engagement and long-term sustainability. 

• Enjoy a flexible, supportive working environment where your ideas and leadership will be valued. 

We will be shortlisting and interviewing as applications are received, so early applications are encouraged. Apply today to be part of something truly special! 

You can find the full job description and recruitment pack at the bottom of the vacancy page on our website.

We're the only Museum of the Home in the world - revealing home as an emotional, psychological, socio-political and economic space - as well as the bricks and mortar.

Museum of the Home is a movement as much as a museum - seeing home as a lens through which many of the vital issues impacting the world can be viewed and solutions found. 

Building on the foundation of a dynamic, partnership-focused new Museum strategy to take us to 2031, the role of Head of Development will play a key part in growing and diversifying our income streams and supporters. 

We’re looking for someone who brings both strategic thinking and hands on practical delivery skills to fundraising. The role involves: 

• Leadership and management of all charitable income streams and developing new forms of support 

• Building the growth of philanthropic income

• Implementing and refining our fundraising strategy

• Contributing to the management and future direction of the Museum as part of the Leadership Team 

If you’re an experienced fundraising leader looking for the opportunity to make your mark, we’d love to hear from you. The role is a great opportunity to support a small, committed team and to contribute to the next stage of the Museum’s story. 

Closing date for applications is 5pm Thursday 22 January. We aim to shortlist and let candidates know by 27 January. 

Interviews will be held in person at the Museum on Tuesday 3 February.  You will need to prepare a presentation/task ahead of interview, and this will form part of your interview discussion. If there is need for a second interview, we'll let you know. 

Whilst we are searching for a full time post, we will carefully consider part time, 28 hours/4 days per week. 

The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity raises money to save the lives of people with cancer, everywhere. Join our Data and Operations Team and be part of the engine that keeps our fundraising operations running smoothly. This is an office-based role located in Chelsea, London, where you’ll be supporting the team with a variety of day-to-day tasks involved in donation processing and event fulfilment. The role will be 3 days a week Tuesday - Thursday, atlhough there is some room for flexbility on which days. Full training will be provided, so we’re happy to hear from applicants who are keen to learn and get involved.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Securely opening and processing donations
• Updating donor records on Raiser’s Edge, our supporter database
• Maintaining accurate and reliable supporter information, including Gift Aid, consent, and communication preferences
• Responding to fundraiser enquiries in a timely manner
• Assisting the team with fulfilment by sending out fundraising packs and orders from our online shop

 What We’re Looking For

You will be an enthusiastic team player with:

• excellent attention to detail with high levels of accuracy
• strong organisational skills and a methodical approach
• good clear communication skills
• the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines, sometimes at pace
• willingness to transport post between buildings, sort and organise stock, and handle and open over 100+ pieces of mail a day

Why Join Us?

We’re a values-driven charity committed to saving the lives of people with cancer everywhere by funding life-saving research and world-leading treatment and care at The Royal Marsden. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that’s ambitious, kind, and purposeful.

 

What we offer:

• 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part time employees) rising with length of service
• Up to 6% employer contributions subject to matched contribution from you (increasing with length of service)
• Training, support and development opportunities
• Access to the blue light discount scheme and other discounts opportunities
• Access to subsidised staff restaurants, on-site yoga and wellbeing classes, staff choir and much more
• Range of wellbeing initiatives including access to an employee assistance programme designed to save money and improve your physical, financial and mental health and wellbeing, access to free online GP appointments and free eye tests and contribution towards any glasses required for work purposes

 

Inclusion Matters

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and walks of life.

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you.

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 is 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.

Fundraising Officer

We are seeking a motivated and well organised Fundraising Officer to support the delivery of effective donor stewardship and fundraising activity that helps young people thrive.

Salary: £31,200
Location: London W12
Hours: Full time 37.5 per week, part time considered
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: Monday 26 January
 

About the Role

This is an exciting new post in a growing charity, working alongside the Fundraising and Communications Team to support the Youth Zone. The Fundraising Officer will be responsible for providing essential administrative support to the Head of Fundraising & Communications and wider fundraising team. The charity is founded on support from high value donors and you will support the team to engage this group of stakeholders.

As part of a fundraising and communications team of 5, you’ll report to the Head of Fundraising & Communications. You will support with writing grant applications and funder reports, and be accountable for day-to-day funder administration and correspondence. Some of the key duties for this role include thanking Patrons, supporting events and researching prospective donors and new opportunities for funding.

About You

You’ll be confident communicating with a variety of stakeholders and bring strong organisational and IT skills. You’ll also be proactive, positive, and able to juggle multiple deadlines.

Essential skills and experience:

• Experience working within a busy office or administrative environment
• Ability to produce clear written information for reports and correspondence
• Strong communication skills and people skills
• Good IT skills including Outlook, Excel, and CRM systems
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Willing to work occasional evenings and weekends (TOIL provided)

About the Organisation

Hammersmith & Fulham (H&F) is a London Borough of wide disparities, with an acute need for youth services. This vast difference between those living in different parts of our borough can lead to radically different life outcomes. The Youth Zone is a vital provision that will make a huge impact on the lives of young people, and on the whole borough, levelling the playing field for young people.

This is a vital charity that makes a huge difference in levelling the playing field for young people in West London, and you can be part of that journey.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, applications are welcome from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities.  Ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive.

You may have experience in areas such as Fundraising Assistant, Fundraiser, Fundraising Administrator, Development Officer, Grants Assistant, Donor Relations Officer, Supporter Relations, etc. #INDNFP

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

About Hatch

Hatch exists to level the playing field in entrepreneurship. Talent is distributed equally across society, but opportunities are not. Too many people with ideas, ambition and drive never get the chance to turn them into thriving businesses.

We are a team of 20 passionate changemakers, working alongside underrepresented founders across the UK to help them imagine, launch and grow sustainable businesses. Our work is rooted in belief in human potential, practical support and deep connection to the communities we serve.

In early 2026, Hatch will launch its first three-year fundraising campaign - a defining moment that will allow us to back more founders, push boundaries and create lasting change. This role sits right at the heart of that ambition.

The role

This maternity cover role offers a meaningful opportunity to help secure the funding that makes our work possible at a pivotal point in Hatch’s journey.

Reporting to the Director of Fundraising & Engagement, you will lead the delivery of Trusts & Foundations, Statutory and Major Donor fundraising, while managing our inspiring partners, you will build new income pipelines aligned to Hatch’s pioneering programmes. You will also support the launch and early delivery of our three-year fundraising campaign.

Alongside hands-on fundraising, you will line manage, mentor and develop the Fundraising Manager, helping to build confidence, capability and strong, future-focused fundraising practice.

What you’ll be doing

• Securing transformational funding from Trusts & Foundations, Statutory and Major donors, enabling more underrepresented founders to turn ideas into sustainable businesses.

• Building and stewarding a strong pipeline of opportunity, ensuring Hatch can grow its reach and respond to demand with confidence.

• Crafting and delivering compelling proposals and presentations that bring Hatch’s mission, impact and ambition to life and inspire partners to invest in change.

• Caring for and deepening funder relationships through thoughtful, high-quality account management, reporting and ongoing engagement.

• Helping launch and build momentum for Hatch’s first three-year fundraising campaign, a pivotal moment in scaling our impact.

• Strengthening people, processes and systems, so fundraising at Hatch is effective, ethical and continually learning.

About you

You are someone who believes deeply in fair access to opportunity and understands the power of funding to unlock long-term change.

You may be motivated by seeing ideas become reality, by helping others succeed, or by building partnerships that genuinely matter. You bring care and intention to your relationships, and you want funders to feel proud of the impact their support enables.

You’ll bring experience securing six figure gifts within the charity or not-for-profit sector, alongside strong proposal writing and relationship-building skills. Just as importantly, you are thoughtful, collaborative and committed to doing fundraising in a way that is ethical, inclusive and values-led.

You enjoy mentoring others, sharing knowledge and building confidence. You’re organised and proactive, but also reflective, keen to learn, improve and adapt in a fast-moving environment.

If you’re excited by the chance to contribute your skills to work that creates real opportunity for people too often excluded, this role could be for you.

We warmly welcome applications from people with lived experience of the barriers our founders face. If you are excited by this role and our mission, but do not meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply – we value potential, perspective and a willingness to grow as much as experience.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be based in the UK for the duration of the role.

Interested?

Please submit your application on the Hatch portal, sending your CV, and answering the two questions below

1)  Please describe a six- or seven-figure partnership that you personally secured. What motivated the funder to invest, how did you build and steward the relationship, and what does this experience say about your approach to fundraising and why we should recruit you for this role?

2)  Please share a funder you believe Hatch should prioritise approaching, and why? Please reflect on how our mission aligns with their values, and how your experience would help turn that alignment into a successful funding partnership.

We are only accepting applications via the portal, which is accessible on our website. Please note - we will not consider any applications unless they include a CV and a cover letter that responds to the points above, and/or if they have not been submitted through our application portal.

If you have any questions or need any help with your application, please contact us via our website (recruiters will be politely turned away).

Closing date 5pm on 2 February 2026.

Interviews (2 stages),  will take place on 10 and 11 February 2026.

If you would like a confidential conversation about the role before applying, you’re very welcome to contact Shelagh Paterson, Director of Fundraising & Engagement, for an informal discussion.

We are seeking a Trusts Fundraising Officer to join our ambitious trusts and foundations team, supporting delivery of the trusts fundraising plan and maximising grant income. The successful candidate will contribute to developing compelling proposals to secure funding, provide excellent stewardship of donors to build long term relationships, and research new trust prospects.

Proven experience of successful trusts fundraising is essential, and the candidate will need to be proactive, naturally well organised, with the ability to craft powerful cases for support. An understanding of fundraising from trusts for medical research causes is desirable.

You will support the Head of Trusts Fundraising in maximising income from charitable trusts and foundations to meet and exceed financial targets; identifying new trusts and increasing the number and value of gifts.

Main tasks and Responsibilities

1. To support the Head of Trusts Fundraising in implementing the three-year strategic plan for Trust Fundraising, and in delivering an effective annual plan and budget that will enable Action Medical Research to maximise income from charitable trusts and foundations.

2. To develop and manage excellent relationships with existing and potential donors, particularly small and medium trusts.

3. To liaise with the Research department to identify appropriate projects to present to potential donors and to manage and report on restricted donations for specific medical research projects

4. To regularly research and monitor new target trusts building a strong pipeline of prospects.

5. To develop and write compelling and persuasive proposals to present to prospects and donors.

6. To ensure that trusts that have made restricted donations are kept appropriately informed of progress against the research work which they are funding and, in the longer term, of the impact that their support has achieved.

7. To manage allocated charity partnerships where co-funding medical research, agreeing trusts which may be individually or jointly approached, raising invoices and reporting at agreed intervals.

8. To ensure continuing dialogue with trusts which have the potential to support our work in the future.

9. To ensure that Raisers Edge and the grant link schedule are kept up to date.

10.  To work with Supporter Care to ensure timely notice of donations to enable the Trusts team to give speedy appreciation of support.

11.  To work with colleagues across the charity, and other external stakeholders, to advocate for trust fundraising, identify opportunities and support colleagues in overlapping fundraising objectives.

12.  Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of Action Medical Research, the principles governing the funding of research and the projects being funded.

13.  Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the trust marketplace and competitive influences on it.

14.  Keep the Head of Trusts Fundraising fully informed of activities at all times and work closely with the Trusts Fundraising Officer.

OTR are looking for a Grants & Corporate Fundraising Coordinator to work as part of the Fundraising & Communications Team. This role is the organisational engine for income through trusts and foundation grants, and corporate fundraising, within OTR’s fundraising mix. It would suit an organised individual with a strong interest in relationship management, and proven writing abilities.

Working collaboratively with the Head of Fundraising & Communications, the post-holder  will cultivate and nurture funder relationships and be responsible for researching and writing compelling case for support copy for applications. They will maintain accurate and up-to-date pipeline planning and customer relationship management (CRM) records, and, once familiar with OTR, will have the opportunity to lead on mid-level funder opportunity management. 

The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience working in fundraising, identifying and tracking funding opportunities, drafting proposals, and raising funds. 

To find out more about the role please download the job pack. If you would like an informal chat about the role, please email the main contact as listed in the job pack

To apply for this role click the 'Apply now' button

We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a team that reflects the diversity of the people we work with

OTR & Benefits:

OTR is a mental health social movement by and for young people. The charity is at an exciting stage of its 59-year history and is proud to be reaching more young people than ever before (over 20,000) across Bristol, South Gloucestershire, and North Somerset with creative and diverse mental health and wellbeing info and support.

Our approach to mental health is grounded in a set of beliefs and assumptions that underpins all of our work. We believe in celebrating diversity, empowering and mobilising young people to make change, and that catering to the unique strengths, interests and circumstances surrounding young people is key. Our approach centres on collaboration and partnership, building relationships between individuals, peers and communities. 

Each day is as engaging and fulfilling as the last, and with a network of supportive, community minded people, we hope you’ll feel welcome here. As a thank you, we like to compensate our employees for the important work they do with a range of benefits including a flexible leave policy, healthcare cost and wellbeing assistance with HealthShield, flexible and hybrid working arrangements, enhanced sick pay, parental leave, continual training and development, social and wellbeing events, and more (subject to contractual terms and conditions).

A Willingness to Work with Difference

At OTR, whatever your role or professional background, you will be expected to work in a way that is anti-oppressive and inclusive. A key focus for OTR is to develop an organisation that is inclusive for all but we do not claim to be experts in this. We are committed to continuous learning and improvement in these areas and invite you to join us on this journey. 

OTR recognises the benefits to individual practice and organisational credibility of having a diverse community of staff and volunteers and to this end is continually working towards building and maintaining an environment which values and pursues diversity accordingly. 

We recognise that tackling systemic inequality, prejudice, racism and oppressive practice requires each of us to actively engage, self-examine and make changes where necessary, in order to improve access and equitable experience for all in society and all of those who come through our doors at OTR.

A rare and exciting opportunity to support the fundraising and strategic development of a wide range of Charities in the UK, as part of a friendly and supportive consulting team.

Charity Fundraising Ltd provides a comprehensive range of fundraising, strategic consultancy and evaluation services to Charities and other not-for-profit organisations. Established in 2000, our services range from grant and contract bid writing and review, to developing fundraising strategies, developing M&E frameworks and undertaking project and programme evaluations. We also offer a range of strategic support, mentoring and training. We work with lots of amazing charities, both local and national, small and large, across the UK, covering themes such as: Homelessness; addiction; youth; community; disability; mental health; minoritised groups; medical conditions; heritage; environment and more.

We are seeking an exceptional fundraiser who can offer a strong track record of driving organisational growth in the voluntary sector. Multi-year experience in two or more of the following core service areas is essential:

• Achieving major grant funding from trusts, foundations, lottery distributors, public sector agencies or similar.
• Planning and developing successful contract tender submissions.
• Planning and developing successful fundraising strategies and action plans.
• Major Donor, Legacy or Corporate fundraising strategy and delivery

The role is varied and interesting - managing a portfolio of clients and supporting them directly or strategically with their fundraising, impact evaluation and organisational development. Our consultants are all employees and we work closely together as a supportive team, sharing and developing skills and knowledge. We anticipate the appointee may not hold experience across all core areas of our services. We will enable the appointee to focus on projects that play to their strengths and experience and provide further support and training as necessary.

Based from home (must be UK resident), with ad hoc client and team meetings/socials (all travel paid), mostly within England. All IT equipment provided. Full-time or part-time (minimum 0.8 FTE - 28 hrs).

Benefits include: 24 days paid annual leave (pro rata), 5% employers pension contribution, potential cash / annual leave bonus, CPD budget and paid CPD time + lots of opportunity to learn from our experienced consultant team.

Please note that applications will only be considered where the screening questions are fully completed.

Here's what some of our team say about working for Charity Fundraising Ltd:

"I don’t think I have ever worked with such a nice bunch of people, everyone has been very welcoming, supportive and just all round lovely" 

"I really enjoy working for CF because I get to work independently with a diverse range of interesting clients, and am also part of a great, supportive team - best of all worlds!"

“Supportive and fun team; and great to learn new ideas from others fundraising skills, knowledge and expertise”

"I love being part of such a passionate, professional team and who prides itself on building close working relationships with each other and with our clients."

Role: Head of Communications, Marketing, & Digital

Location:Home-based, with regular attendance (at least monthly) of meetings in London.

Salary:£45-50,000 depending on experience

Type: Permanent, full time (37.5  hours per week) or flexible to at
least 0.8 FTE

Responsible to: Director of Fundraising & Communications

Responsible for: Digital Marketing Manager, Communications & Engagement Manager, Communications Administrator (indirectly), Podcast Manager (indirectly)

Benefits: Flexible working arrangements, 28 days of annual leave (FTE pro rata for part-time) + 1 day for your birthday, pension scheme and Employee Assistance Programme

 

About the role

Every five minutes, someone, somewhere in the world is told that they have MS. There are currently 2.9 million people in the world living with MS. When you’re diagnosed with MS, in just seconds, the future that you saw for yourself and your loved ones has been shattered. A diagnosis often comes at a time when you’re in the prime of your life, when you should be planning your future, not facing a lifetime of uncertainty. Knowing you have MS can feel incredibly isolating and lonely.

Overcoming MS is here to provide hope: through lifestyle changes, backed by scientific research, a full and healthy life with MS is possible.

Could you be the person that helps us get this message of hope through to thousands of people diagnosed each year, their families and friends? Overcoming MS is at a crucial point in our strategy, where we are ready to significantly expand our reach and let everyone affected by MS know about the support that is available for them to live well. We are ready to own the lifestyle and MS space, to offer hope, positivity and choices to all, and we’re looking for the right person to drive awareness of our brand profile as well as the wider importance of healthy lifestyle and MS.

Job summary:

The Head of Communications, Marketing & Digital is responsible for shaping, delivering, and evaluating the charity’s communications, brand, digital engagement, and marketing activity.

Reporting to the Director of Fundraising & Communications, the postholder plays a pivotal role in growing the charity’s profile, strengthening engagement, and ensuring all communication channels, platforms and content are effective, accessible, and aligned with organisational goals.

In a small charity, this is both a strategic and hands-on role, requiring creativity, strong digital skills, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Key responsibilities and duties:

1. Communications & brand

• Lead the delivery of the charity’s communications strategy to increase visibility, trust and engagement.
• Manage and protect the charity’s brand, ensuring consistency of messaging, tone, and visual identity.
• Oversee and produce high-quality content for website, newsletters, reports, blogs, case studies, and information materials.
• Support the Director in developing campaigns that unite messaging, fundraising, marketing, and advocacy.

2. Marketing & supporter engagement

• Lead marketing activity to grow audiences, increase engagement, increase participation in our services, and support fundraising objectives.
• Work closely with colleagues to create compelling campaign assets, supporter journeys, and integrated marketing plans.
• Develop marketing materials, key messages, and digital assets that support awareness, engagement, service numbers and income growth.

3. Digital leadership

• Oversee the charity’s digital ecosystem, including website, email marketing, social media and CRM integrations.
• Ensure digital content is accessible, user-focused, streamlined and optimised for engagement and conversion.
• Fully review website development and maintenance, including UX improvements, analytics, SEO, and content.
• Oversee data-led insights and dashboards to measure digital performance and inform decision-making.

4. Media & public relations

• Build media relationships and respond to press requests in coordination with the Director.
• Draft press releases, statements, Q&As, and key messages for external audiences.
• Support reactive and crisis communications, ensuring timely, accurate responses and reputational protection.

5. Internal communication & collaboration

• Support effective internal communication, ensuring staff team, Program Facilitators and volunteers are informed and engaged.
• Work collaboratively across teams to gather stories, insights, and content that bring the charity’s work to life.
• Provide guidance and support to colleagues on communications, brand, and digital best practice.

6. Other

• Manage agency and supplier relationships where relevant.
• Stay informed about sector trends and emerging tools that could benefit the charity.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential experience

• Significant experience in communications, marketing and digital roles, preferably within a charity or mission-driven organisation.
• Proven track record of developing and delivering digital and communications content across multiple platforms to multiple audiences.
• Experience managing websites, CRM systems, email marketing tools, and social media channels.
• Demonstrable experience in audience engagement, digital analytics, and campaign performance measurement.
• Experience in managing a brand profile across different audiences and different products, ensuring consistency and authority over time.
• Hands-on experience creating accessible and compelling written, visual, and digital content.
• Experience working with agencies, freelancers, or creative suppliers.

Essential skills & competencies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear, compelling messages.
• Creative, strategic thinker with the ability to translate ideas into practical delivery.
• Highly organised, able to manage multiple deadlines, and comfortable working independently in a small team.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Strong understanding of brand management and visual communication.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of fundraising, communications, GDPR, safeguarding, accessibility and other standards.

Personal attributes

• Passionate about the charity’s mission and values.
• Collaborative, positive, and comfortable working closely with colleagues across the organisation.
• Proactive problem solver who brings ideas and embraces innovation.
• Adaptable and resilient in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to inclusivity, accessibility, and ethical communication.
• Excellent standard of written and spoken English and ability to communicate effectively with a range of people from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Fully committed to Overcoming MS’s values.