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Executive Fundraising Director
We are excited to be recruiting for an Executive Fundraising Director to build on the great work the
Charity is doing and to help achieve even more.
Join a charity that supports communities in areas of high deprivation to work collectively to give children and young people the best start in life.
Position: Executive Fundraising Director
Location: North West (Contractually based from one of our clients of ces with exibility to work from home, subject to business requirements and line manager approval. Travel across UK as required)
Salary: £67,600 to £70,720 (5% employer pension contribution, Medicash and group life assurance, 27 days annual leave per annum for FTE plus bank holidays)
Hours: Full Time 37.5 hours per week Monday-Friday
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 9.00am on Friday 17th April 2026
1st interview: Friday 24th April 2026
2nd interview & Presentation: Friday 1st May 2026
The Role
We are looking for an Executive Fundraising Director to strategically oversee and manage the Fundraising function.
In order to support the increasing level of demand for this work, over the next five years, the fundraising team will embark on an ambitious growth strategy as they look to grow income from £9 million this year to £20 million by 2029, increasing the breadth, depth and number of communities that the charity serves. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading the development and delivery of the fundraising strategy to ensure that children and young people have the best start in life. They will be responsible for a broad range of income streams with a particular focus on growth across high net worth individuals, individual giving, corporate and digital, whilst continuing to effectively maintain and build upon strong funder base in trusts, foundations, philanthropy and statutory support. They will also directly oversee the wider fundraising team, which currently includes the fundraising manager and fundraising officer roles.
Key areas of responsibility include:
About You
You will be educated to degree level or equivalent, demonstrated through relevant professional experience or an accredited qualification.
You will have experience of:
Benefits Include:
About the Organisation
The charity works with communities in areas of high deprivation to remove barriers to education and create better outcomes for children and young people. Since launching in 2015, we’ve supported over 50,000 children and young people across 10 communities, with our approach described as “a potential template for community transformation nationally.” Since launching in 2015, we’ve been working with schools, colleges, and local authorities across Blackpool, Rochdale, Birkenhead, and the Liverpool City Region to build inclusive education systems and improve literacy.
We are an equal opportunities employer and particularly welcome applications from those with lived experience of the challenges our programmes seek to address. As a Disability Confident employer, we will provide any support needed in the recruitment process.
Other roles you may have experience in could include Fundraising, Fundraiser, Executive Fundraising, Trusts, Foundations, High Net Worth, Major Donor, Individual Giving Corporate Fundraising, Fundraising Manager, Director of Fundraising, Head of Fundraising, Senior Fundraiser.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People.
Senior Finance Analyst – Commercial
£37,581 per annum + excellent benefits
Woking, Surrey GU21 4LL / Hybrid Working
About the role
We’re excited to be recruiting a Senior Finance Analyst – Commercial. This is a key role within our Commercial Finance team, which supports a range of functions across WWF-UK, including Fundraising, Communications, and our Operations and People & Culture teams.
As a Senior Finance Analyst, you will act as a strategic business partner, working closely with senior stakeholders to support decision-making, strengthen financial planning and ensure resources are used effectively to deliver our organisational priorities.
You’ll play a central role in the financial planning cycle, including budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning, as well as providing clear, timely insight through monthly reporting and analysis. Alongside this, you’ll help shape business cases, support income development activity, and identify opportunities to improve processes and ways of working.
This is a role for someone who enjoys connecting financial insight to real-world impact, bringing clarity to complex information and working collaboratively across teams to support better decisions.
Skills and experience
You’ll bring the skills and experience needed to succeed in this role, including:
Essential
• Part-qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA) or equivalent experience
• Strong experience in financial planning, budgeting and forecasting
• Experience producing and analysing management accounts and financial reports
• Experience of financial modelling and business planning
• Proven ability to work as a business partner, supporting a range of stakeholders
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly and accessibly
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Advanced Excel skills
Desirable
• Experience working in a commercial finance or FP&A environment
• Experience supporting income-generating teams or working with fundraising functions
• Experience contributing to business cases or project planning
• Experience identifying and implementing process improvements
• Experience working in a matrix organisation
What we offer
We believe in rewarding our team with more than just a salary. Here’s what you can expect:
· Annual leave starting at 26 days a year pro-rated, rising one day each year to 31 days plus bank holidays
· Flexible working options, to support your work life balance
· 5% employer contribution to pension, rising to 10% with employee contribution
· Learning and development opportunities to help you grow
· Regular wellbeing initiatives to support your health and happiness.
This is a UK based contract, and you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer sponsorship and any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK.
This role is hybrid with a minimum 40% of your contracted hours spent at our beautiful UK head office, the Living Planet Centre in Woking, Surrey, where you’ll hot desk among trees and gardens.
About WWF-UK
We're a global conservation charity with millions of supporters and hundreds of projects around the world.
At WWF-UK, we’re bringing our world back to life. Protecting what’s left isn’t enough. We’re racing to restore nature and prevent catastrophic climate change. And it’s a race we can win with everyone’s help.
We’re courageous, passionate, and driven by science. For more than 60 years we’ve been at the forefront of global efforts to protect wildlife and the natural world. We work with integrity, collaboration and deep respect for those we partner with.
How to apply
Click the link to apply via our website. You’ll be asked to complete an application form and upload your CV and a supporting statement that tells us why you’ll be a great addition to WWF-UK.
Our Diversity Promise to You
At the heart of our mission is a simple truth: the planet needs everyone. That means you - in all your uniqueness, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or how you choose to express yourself.
We don’t do stereotypes. We work together with purpose, driven by passion and enhanced by respect, courage, and integrity. We pull together from all walks of life to fight for a better future, and we want you to feel supported every step of the way.
We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities.
So, if there’s anything we can do to make your application or interview experience more comfortable or accessible, just give our Talent Acquisition Team a shout via our website.
Safeguarding Commitment
Just as we celebrate diversity in all its forms, we are equally dedicated to creating a safe environment for every person we work with or encounter.
Our commitment extends to children, adults at risk, and individuals experiencing any form of vulnerability, whether temporary or permanent.
We proudly stand behind CAPSEAH (Common Approach to Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Sexual Abuse and Sexual Harassment) and put this commitment into action through clear policies, thorough training, and recruitment checks tailored to each role, which may include external vetting.
If you ever have a concern, however big or small, know that there are confidential channels ready to support you at WWF-UK. We promise to respond promptly and with care, because protecting every individual is at the heart of everything we do.
UCB is looking for a proactive and hands on Prayerline Volunteer Support Lead to join our Prayerline team. Working with the Head of Prayerline you will be responsible for delivering a high-quality, Scripture-based remote prayer ministry. This role combines spiritual leadership, operational oversight, and strategic data analysis to ensure Prayerline remains a place of safety, dignity, and spiritual growth.
You’ll oversee the volunteer support and system monitoring team, ensuring that every caller and volunteer experiences excellence in care, communication, and technology. You’ll also play a key role in shaping the future of Prayerline through data-driven decision-making and cross-departmental collaboration.
The successful candidate will have excellent administrative, problem solving and analytical skills; understanding the importance of how accurate data reporting informs improved service delivery. You will also need to be flexible in your approach as there will be occasional evening or weekend working to cover for team support and absence.
If you are passionate about seeing people’s lives changed through the power of prayer and have a desire to help us improve our service; if you have excellent communication skills and are proficient in expressing a narrative based on data analysis, then you could be the person we are looking for.
This position is currently based at our Broadcast Centre in Hanchurch Lane, Hanchurch, Stoke-on-Trent ST4 8RY while work is being undertaken at our premises in Westport Road, Burslem, Stoke on Trent.
Closing date for applications: 27th April 2026 - noon
Pre-Interview Zoom: 14th May 2026
On-Site Interview: 22nd May 2026
Salary: £26,500 - £30,190 per annum depending on skill and experience. Plus, staff benefits that include life assurance of 4x salary, healthcare cash plan, and matched pension contributions up to 6%
For an application form and job description please visit our website
Don’t forget to visit our privacy page.
UCB is a Christian Charity. Schedule 9 Part 1 (3a) and (3b) of the Equality Act 2010 apply to this vacancy
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Description
The Lord’s Taverners exists to positively impact the lives of young people facing the challenges of inequality. Through inclusive and transformative cricket programmes, we empower young people with disabilities and from disadvantaged communities across the UK and beyond.
We are now seeking a skilled and proactive Management Accountant to join our Finance and Operations Directorate and play a pivotal role in strengthening our financial insight, supporting strategic decision‑making, and ensuring the organisation’s financial resilience.
As outlined in the job description, this role is central to “delivering timely, accurate, and insightful management information to support effective strategic decision‑making across the organisation” and to “maintaining robust financial accounts, ensuring that all financial data is reliable and up to date.”
The Role
This is a key position within the charity, responsible for producing high‑quality management information, partnering with budget holders, and driving continuous improvement in financial systems and processes.
You will lead the month‑end process, oversee cashflow forecasting, support the annual budget cycle, and develop financial models to inform strategic decisions. You will also deputise for the Director of Finance and Operations when required, ensuring continuity and operational resilience.
The role includes line management of the Senior Finance Officer and the opportunity to contribute to cross‑organisational projects, including impact measurement, funding bids, and organisational change initiatives.
About You
You will be a qualified and experienced management accountant (CCAB, CIMA or equivalent) with a strong track record of producing high‑quality financial analysis, business partnering, and driving improvements in financial systems.
You will bring:
· Substantial post‑qualification experience, ideally within the charity or not‑for‑profit sector
· Experience designing management accounts, dashboards and KPI reporting
· Strong financial modelling skills and advanced Excel capability
· Experience leading or contributing to digital transformation or process improvement projects
· The ability to translate complex financial information for non‑financial colleagues
· Experience preparing financial statements and supporting audit processes
· Knowledge of charity SORP and sector specific compliance requirements
At Lord’s Taverners, sport is a means to an end. We are looking for people who share our belief in sport’s power to change lives, and who are motivated by impact, inclusion and opportunity for young people.
Above all, you will be motivated by our mission and aligned with our values: We Include, We Inspire, We Empower.
Safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This role requires an enhanced DBS check and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. In line with statutory guidance, applicants do not need to disclose youth cautions or any protected convictions or cautions.
As part of our safer recruitment practices, an online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates.
Benefits
· 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
· Five additional days between Christmas and New Year
· 6% pension contribution
· Group income protection
· Critical illness cover
· Life assurance
· Health Cash Plan
· Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Two volunteering days
· Birthday day off
· Season ticket loan
· Flexible working
· Wellbeing plan
Deadline for applications: Sunday 12 April
First stage interviews: 20–22 April
Second stage interviews: 27–29 April
As part of your application, please submit:
· Your CV, and
· A written response (maximum 300 words) to the following question:
“Please describe a specific example where you personally led, or made a significant contribution to, improving or developing an internal financial reporting process or structure. Briefly outline the challenge, the actions you took, and the impact your work had on decision-making. Please focus on your individual contribution rather than team activity.”
We will not accept applications that do not complete this task, or applications that upload a cover note in place of the required written response.
Upload your written response where application states to upload your cover note.
Deliver high quality cricket programmes that will empower young people facing inequality to make positive choices, improve their health and wellbeing
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Children's Support Worker
Location: Warwickshire - Travel required across Warwickshire, predominantly South Warwickshire. Use of a car is essential to the role.
Salary: £25,857.12 per annum
Contract type: Full Time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
We are recruiting for a Children’s Support Worker who will be working closely with children and their parents who are living in our dispersed accommodation refuges escaping domestic violence and other forms of violence and abuse, to provide personal welfare support and ensure that our clients are provided with a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment.
A key requirement is to provide personal welfare support and to ensure that women are provided with a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment. The post holder will support children who have witnessed or experienced domestic violence and plan and provide stimulating, safe, and appropriate play opportunities.
Please note that post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
A driving license and access to a car is essential to the role.
Closing Date: 09:00 am 17 April 2026
Interview Date: 28 April 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a senior, influential role requiring a talented, relational fundraising professional with a proven track record of developing high value relationships and successfully stewarding major gift donors.
You should have experience in managing a portfolio of major level supporters, developing and implementing tailored engagement strategies and securing meaningful, long term partnerships. You will need to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to represent UCB at senior board level positions.
The successful candidate will have access to senior level coaching, working within a managed programme.
This position offers the flexibility of remote or hybrid working based at our Broadcast Centre, Hanchurch Lane, Hanchurch, Stoke on Trent.
Closing date for applications: - 20th April 2026 noon
Pre-Interview Zoom: The afternoon of 29th April 2026
On-Site Interview: 8th May 2026
Salary: £42,000 - £50,000 per annum depending on skill and experience. Plus staff benefits that include life assurance of 4x salary, healthcare cash plan, and matched pension contributions up to 6%
For an application form and job description please visit our website
Don’t forget to visit our privacy page.
UCB is a Christian Charity. Schedule 9 Part 1 (3a) and (3b) of the Equality Act 2010 apply to this vacancy
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us
Catholic Care is a values-led charity dedicated to supporting individuals, families and communities through empowering and high-quality services. Guided by our values and mission, we empower the Yorkshire community to deliver lasting impact where it matters most.
We are seeking an exceptional candidate for the role of Head of Corporate Services to join our Strategic Leadership Team (SLT). This is a key leadership role with responsibility for leading and managing all corporate support functions across the Charity.
The successful candidate will play a central role in ensuring the organisation operates efficiently, remains compliant with all regulatory requirements and is well-positioned to deliver its strategic objectives. This is a hands-on role, where most operational tasks (excluding HR) are undertaken directly by the post-holder.
Key Responsibilities
About You
We are looking for a motivated and values-driven professional who brings:
Experience within the charity or social care sector is desirable but not essential.
Pre-Application Discussion
Before applying for this role, it is mandatory to attend an informal discussion with our Chief Executive, either in person or via Microsoft Teams.
This is not an assessed part of the recruitment process. Instead, it is an opportunity for you to learn more about the role, our work and the mission of Catholic Care, helping you decide whether this is the right opportunity for you.
To arrange a meeting, please contact: Charlotte Grinham
Service you can believe in. On behalf of the Catholic Diocese of Leeds we serve those in need, of all faiths and none.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
As our Head of Rough Sleeping, you will join New Horizon Youth Centre’s leadership team and play a pivotal role in leading your team to provide support to 16-24 year-olds who are unsafe or facing homelessness in London.
You will be responsible for a team of managers and frontline workers who provide high-quality and impactful frontline rough sleeping services, including triage, street outreach, assessment and resettlement services.
Bringing energy and enthusiasm, working from our bustling day centre and projects, you will be at the heart of our vital services, delivering on our strategy and closely connected to the profound impact of our organisation first hand. You’ll build strong local partnerships and networks within the rough sleeping sector, ensure services are delivered safely and effectively, championing an inclusive culture in which your team can thrive.
If you are a collaborative leader with an enthusiasm for evolving services and projects in response to the needs of young people, the sector and organisation, then this is your opportunity to make a real and lasting difference to the lives of young people who find themselves homeless in London.
Key details
Contract type and hours: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £46,800 - £52,000
Location: New Horizon Youth Centre, 68 Chalton Street, London, NW1 1JR
Application deadline: 9am 20th April 2026
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Retail Area Manager Location: Rotherham Hospice Retail Shops Salary: £32,036 - £39,156 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent Closing date: 9th April About Us Rotherham Hospice is a charity dedicated to the people of Rotherham, offering specialist palliative and end of life care to our community since 1996. About the Role As a Retail Area Manager, you will lead and support an area of Hospice retail shops, ensuring consistent performance, compliance and supporter experience across your designated region. You will coach and develop Shop Managers and teams, drive sales and Gift Aid performance, oversee stock flow and merchandising, and ensure operational excellence across all sites. This role requires strong people leadership, analytical ability, multi‑site retail experience, and a commitment to the Hospice mission and values. Key Responsibilities Area Leadership & Performance:
Operational Standards & Compliance:
People & Culture:
Community & Supporter Engagement:
Personal Specification Essential:
Desirable:
To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Rotherham Hospice, please do not hesitate to apply. |
About Us
Catholic Care is a values-led charity dedicated to supporting individuals, families and communities through empowering and high-quality services. Guided by our values and mission, we empower the Yorkshire community to deliver lasting impact where it matters most.
We are seeking an exceptional candidate for the role of Head of Finance to join our Strategic Leadership Team (SLT). This is a key leadership role with responsibility for the overall financial management of the Charity and the effective leadership of the Finance team.
The successful candidate will play a central role in shaping the financial sustainability and strategic direction of Catholic Care, ensuring that our Finances are managed effectively to support our mission and values.
Key Responsibilities
About You
We are looking for a motivated and values-driven finance professional who brings:
· A recognised accountancy qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
· Significant experience in a senior finance leadership role (or someone looking to take the next step)
· Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills
· Experience of managing and developing teams
· Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
· A commitment to the mission, values and ethos of Catholic Care
Experience within the charity or social care sector is desirable but not essential.
Pre-Application Discussion
Before applying for this role, it is mandatory to attend an informal discussion with our Chief Executive, either in person or via Microsoft Teams.
This is not an assessed part of the recruitment process. Instead, it is an opportunity for you to learn more about the role, our work, and the mission of Catholic Care, helping you decide whether this is the right opportunity for you.
To arrange a meeting, please contact: Charlotte Grinham
Service you can believe in. On behalf of the Catholic Diocese of Leeds we serve those in need, of all faiths and none.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We have an exciting opportunity for Consultants to join our team. In return, you will receive a competitive salary.
NGA owes much of its professional development service success to the professional expertise and dedication of our team of governance consultants.
Due to increased demand for our quality assured consultancy and training services we are growing our team.
We are looking for governance consultants committed to helping others to improve governance who have experience of multi-academy trust governance and are also able to confidently deliver training, both face-to-face and virtually. In particular, we need consultants who are based in the following regions:
In addition to strong governance expertise, we are looking to recruit consultants who also have at least one of the following skills:
NGA’s professional development service is the leading nationwide provider of governance consultancy and training. If you become part of our team you will benefit from:
Closing date for applications is 5pm on Monday 20 April. Interviews will take place on 29, 30 April and 5 May 2026.
NGA is proud to be a Disability Confident employer.
We are committed to:
Please let us know if you require any adjustments when applying or interviewing.
If you feel that you are the right candidate for the role as our Consultants or would like to find out more information about the role, then please click ‘apply’ now.We’d love to hear from you.
JOB TITLE Volunteer Support Officer - Recruitment (Job Share)
PART TIME 21 hours per week over 3 days – Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
SALARY £17,400- £19,200 (FTE - £29,000 – 32,000) depending on experience
LOCATION Andover, Hybrid or home-based
Are you an experienced volunteer recruiter who would love to use your skills to help us Beat Macular Disease?
Macular disease is the biggest cause of sight loss in the UK, with around 300 people diagnosed every day. The Macular Society is the only charity determined to beat the fear and isolation of macular disease with world-class research, and the best advice and support.
To support people affected by macular disease now, the Macular Society provides a range of support, information and services. Our research programme is focused on finding new treatments and a cure to beat macular disease forever.
Key accountabilities of the role:
• Develop and implement a volunteer recruitment plan that assess the requirements for volunteers in each department and across various teams.
• Recruit new volunteers, through advertising and events
• Manage the end-to-end process for volunteers, including onboarding and offboarding, ensuring all processes are compliant with safeguarding and data protection requirements.
• Maintain the database and other records.
• Work with the Volunteer Communication and Learning Officer to develop and manage regular communication channels to all volunteers to ensure they have up to date information and are fully informed.
• Ensuring that volunteer applications to Macular Society are dealt with in a timely manner and followed up to ensure that they are being supported and given an appropriate role to suit their skills and needs.
• Work with others to demonstrate and communicate the impact that volunteering can have for volunteers and for those who the charity supports.
• Promote inclusive and accessible recruitment practices to ensure volunteering opportunities are open to a diverse range of people.
In return we provide a great working culture and offer flexible working options, 27 days annual leave, the ability to buy or sell annual leave, supportive family policies, and 6% pension contribution.
We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
Some occasional travel required.
For more information please visit our website, especially the careers page
Closing date: Monday 13 April 2026 at 09:00
Interviews: Wednesday 15 and Thursday 16 April 2026 (online)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Greenpeace is a movement of people who are passionate about defending the natural world from destruction. Their vision is a world where everyone has equal access to clean air, water, and energy; where the nature we love is protected, precious habitats are restored and communities are united by ambitious climate action.
The Key Relationships programme sits at the heart of Greenpeace UK’s fundraising, securing the philanthropic investment that powers its campaigning work. The team raises around £15–16 million annually from major donors, trusts and foundations, and legacies, contributing significantly to the organisation’s wider fundraising income of approximately £37 million.
Legacy giving is a vital and growing part of this programme, generating £5–7.5 million each year and playing a crucial role in securing long-term, sustainable income. Following a recent step-change in investment, there is now a significant opportunity to accelerate growth and position legacy giving more centrally across Greenpeace UK’s fundraising and supporter engagement.
We are now seeking a Head of Legacy Giving to lead this important area. Reporting to the Deputy Fundraising Director, Key Relationships, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for Greenpeace UK’s legacy programme, overseeing both marketing and administration to maximise future income from gifts in wills.
You will lead a small specialist team and work closely with colleagues across the organisation, as well as internationally across the Greenpeace network. The role offers the opportunity to influence both UK and global legacy strategy, contributing to a shared ambition for growth across multiple markets.
As Head of Legacy Giving, you will:
Essential skills and experience:
Diversity and Inclusion
Greenpeace UK recognise the value in having a diverse workforce, as well as the importance of creating equal opportunities for all. Applications are welcomed and encouraged from people of all backgrounds.
Applications are particularly encouraged from people of colour, disabled people, and people who identify as working class now or in the past.
Candidates will be selected based on how well they meet the criteria for the role and all applicants will be treated fairly throughout the recruitment process.
Anti-racism and inclusion commitments
Greenpeace UK wants its team to reflect the diversity of the communities it works alongside. It is committed to fairness, inclusion, and challenging discrimination and oppression in all its forms.
As part of this commitment, a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) is being piloted. Greenpeace UK aims to offer an interview to everyone who opts into the scheme and meets the essential criteria. See applicant pack for further details.
To apply, please upload your CV, making sure it reflects the essential skills and experience outlined above. You can use the cover letter section to share any additional information. Suitable applicants will be contacted and given full support with the formal application process.
Round 1 interviews – Friday 1st May
Round 2 interviews – Wednesday 13th May
As our current CEO steps down after five successful years, we are looking for an outstanding candidate to lead our charity in the next stage of its development.
As Chief Executive Officer you will provide strategic and operational leadership to our well-established community charity, ensuring that our activities and projects continue to meet the changing needs of our local community.
You will work closely with the board of trustees to shape the next stage of our charity’s development. You will lead our staff team and ensure that all the resources and structures are in place that allow them and the charity to flourish. This means successfully securing grant funding, leading our community fundraising efforts, ensuring the charity meets its legal and regulatory obligations, managing the operational finances, and building effective partnerships within the local voluntary, community, and faith sector.
You will be equally comfortable writing a funding bid, supporting a member of staff, navigating a spreadsheet, working directly with beneficiaries, and providing concise and accessible reports to trustees and stakeholders. This is a varied role where no two days are quite the same. Your work will make a real difference to the lives of those we support and this is what makes it so rewarding.
For more information please see the recruitment pack attached. The closing date for applications is Friday 17 April 2026.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are a Grant making Charity that helps individuals and dependants who are not able to work due to illness, injury and or infirmity. We help people across the industry, although, any applicant needs to have worked within the entertainment industry for at least seven years. In addition to our main fund we also offer emergency crisis grants and benefits advice and support. The Fund plays a leading role in Acting for Others, a charity made up of a network of theatrical charities aimed at fundraising to provide support to people in the profession who are experiencing difficulties.
We are a charity that also owns and manages a multi-tenant building in London, providing space to other charities, and businesses. As landlords, we’re responsible for the day-to-day running of the building, co-ordinating maintenance and looking after our service maintained offices on the 2nd floor.
The Royal Theatrical Fund is a Charity incorporated with a Royal Charter. The charity was established by Charles Dickens in 1839, a new Royal Charter with a wider remit was granted in 1974.
The anticipated split between the areas of work 70% grant applications, 20% office management, and 10% fund raising activities.
Duties and Key responsibilities:
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
Essential-
Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills
Numeracy skills to be able to assess income and expenditure and handle budgets
Strong time management and organisational skills
Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
Understanding of data protection legislation and the principles of confidentiality
Experience of using CRM databases
Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
Experience of working in a grant making charity
Understanding of the difficulties faced by people on a low income
Desirable-
Experience of using Beacon CRM/Salesforce
Experience of working in the entertainment industry.
Other Requirements-
Satisfactory DBS check
Willingness to work on occasions outside of normal office hours
Benefits:
25 days holiday plus bank holidays per annum (pro rata)
Normal Hours: 9.30am to 4.30pm
Benenden Health Care Insurance
Pension: Peoples Pension Company contribution 5%