Stewardship jobs

Are you looking for a role where your skills can directly benefit families raising disabled or seriously ill children and young people? 

We’re growing our passionate and ambitious Fundraising team and looking for two Corporate Partnership Managers to help us make a difference to even more families who need our support. 

These are exciting roles at the heart of our growth strategy and designed to build and deliver a powerful corporate partnerships programme that will generate vital income and create meaningful, lasting relationships with businesses across the UK who align with our values. 

The role

As a Corporate Partnerships Manager, you’ll proactively lead the way in securing high-value corporate support. You’ll identify and engage prospective corporate partners, create compelling proposals, deliver inspiring pitches and then manage long-term partnerships that deliver both income and impact. 

This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in new business development and who can spot the potential for partnership across all sectors from sponsorships and strategic giving to employee fundraising and volunteering. 

You’ll be a key player in shaping our corporate fundraising approach, working closely with colleagues across Fundraising, Programmes, and Communications to create partnerships that are exciting, innovative, and mission aligned. 

About you  

We’re looking for someone with: 

• Proven experience in corporate fundraising, sales, or business development, particularly in securing five- to six-figure multiyear partnerships. 

• Excellent communication skills and confident in creating high-quality proposals and delivering persuasive pitches to senior stakeholders. 

• A natural relationship-builder, with a track record of opening doors and maintaining strong, productive partnerships. 

• A creative and strategic thinker who can identify new opportunities, meet ambitious targets, and bring fresh ideas to the table. 

A genuine passion for our mission and the drive to grow support for families raising disabled or seriously ill children. 

About us

Family Fund is a great place to work for great people. We provide a challenging and rewarding working environment where every staff member can make their mark.

We are a values based organisation and we aim to show our values in all that we do. Read our staff stories here, and see how our staff display our values every day.

We commit to inclusion, equity and diversity and we welcome applications from all parts of the community. Family Fund is a Disability Confident Leader. We will invite to interview all disabled applicants who meet the requirements for the role. If you have a disability, and are happy to let us know, please highlight this in your covering letter. We have also signed the Armed Forces Covenant and we welcome applications from the Armed Forces Community.

How to apply

Please complete the online application and submit your CV and a covering letter telling us how you meet the requirements for this role. Your cover letter should be no more than two pages long.

For more information, please read and download the job description.

The successful candidate must complete pre-employment checks that meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. This includes a requirement to undergo a right to work check and employment history verification.

Information

Closing date: 1 August 2025
Interview dates: 20 August 2025

We are looking for a passionate and ambitious Head of Fundraising to lead and grow our voluntary income. Your focus will span the full range of fundraising activities, from statutory and trust funding to developing and increasing income across major donor giving, legacies, corporate partnerships, and individual giving.

This role offers an opportunity to shape how we communicate our value to funders and supporters, build long-term partnerships that reflect our mission, and grow a culture of income awareness across the organisation. It is a fantastic opportunity for an existing Head of Fundraising, or someone who feels ready to take the next step in their career and play a key role in shaping the future of our fundraising strategy.

As Head of Fundraising, you will work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to increase philanthropic support and voluntary income. You’ll lead our efforts to diversify and grow income streams – securing support from individuals, corporates, and other partners – with a focus on innovation, sustainability, and long-term impact. You’ll be part of an organisation where you can see the direct effect of your work on the services we deliver to keep children safe.

You will lead and support a small team, bring fresh thinking and strong relationship-building skills, and work closely with project leads to ensure our funding reflects real needs and delivers real impact. You will be able to combine strategic and commercial awareness, with hands-on delivery.

This role will give you the opportunity and responsibility to build on our successful fundraising and extend our appeal to new donors as well as maintain our existing supporters. You will need demonstrable fundraising experience and the ability to work confidently as a strategic thinker as well as a practical fundraiser. You will come with strong ideas and skills to implement them.

If you’re driven by making a difference – especially, in the field of child protection and want to bring your fundraising leadership to a mission that matters, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll get from us

We offer hybrid working, with a minimum of 2 days in the office after one month in the position, a NEST pension, 33 days’ annual leave rising to 38 days (inclusive of statutory bank holidays following qualifying period), up to 5 days’ learning and development per year, flu jabs, eye tests, charity discounts, an employee assistance programme and the option of Benenden medical cover. We are proud to partner with the Living Wage Foundation and be an accredited employer of choice.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the vulnerable adults, children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We believe in creating a positive environment where our differences are respected and each of us feels valued for our contribution. Showing respect and consideration to all is part of our values and at the core of our culture.

As an inclusive employer, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of race, ethnicity, religion or belief, age, socioeconomic background, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity and caring responsibilities, marital status, nationality and disability including invisible disabilities and neurodiversity. As part of our safer recruitment process, we actively remove bias from applications i.e. applications are anonymised prior to sharing with the recruiting panel and equal opportunity monitoring forms are removed from applications on receipt and retained by HR for analysis reporting.

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RSPB Philanthropy Team are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated team player, with strong organisational skills, to be their new Philanthropy Executive.

Philanthropy Executive
Reference: JUN20251261
Location: RSPB UK HQ - The Lodge, Sandy SG19 – Home Hybrid 
Salary: £30,075.00 - £32,108.00 Per Annum
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week.
Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 34 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays)

This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, successful and growing fundraising team, part of the wider High Value Partnerships team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the other members of the team to steward their donor relationships and bring in significant gifts to help fund the work of the RSPB.  The role primarily focusses on delivering administrative, financial and events processes and requires someone with excellent attention to detail and experience of Microsoft Office applications, a CRM system and financial management tools.

About the Role

The Philanthropy Team works with individuals who make significant gifts of money, land and shares to the RSPB and who need bespoke and one-to-one management.

The key responsibilities of this role are: -

• Donation and gift management - ensuring all gifts are processed and recorded so they can be acknowledged in an appropriate and timely manner.
• Financial coding and reporting - including coding and allocation of gifts, and monthly & annual reconciliation and income reporting.
• Event planning and logisitics - working closely with other team members to deliver high quality events and meetings for donors and prospects.
• CRM management and development - managing and updating the current CRM system (Salesforce) for the team (including training) and ensuring it is functioning as required by working closely with the CRM Manager.
• Donor stewardship support - maintaining contact information and databases in an accurate and GDPR compliant way and assisting with the team’s donor stewardship programme and funding appeals (spreadsheets, mailings etc).
• Internal liaison - fostering good relations and cooperation with High Value Partnerships colleagues and other teams.

Essential skills, knowledge and experience:

• Ability to demonstrate the competencies required to undertake the duties associated with this level of post having acquired the necessary knowledge and skills in a similar role.
• Good understanding of data protection and ability to deal with confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
• Detailed knowledge of and proficiency in the Microsoft suite and using a CRM system.
• Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing to ensure effective reporting and customer service.
• Excellent interpersonal, relationship building and communication skills, both internal and external.
• Ability to manage and schedule your time and be ready to respond to incoming requirements and new circumstances as they arise.
• Initiative and judgement to resolve problems independently.
• Experience of managing and reporting financial information.
• Ability to take meeting notes and minutes clearly and concisely.
• Be able to visit our UKHQ in Sandy, Bedfordshire once a week.

Desirable skills, knowledge and experience:

• Experience of personal development in a similar or related role(s).
• Interest in the conservation of wild birds and the environment.
• Experience of working in a fundraising team.
• Experience of event management.

The successful candidate can work from home, however will be required to travel to our UK headquarters in Sandy, Bedfordshire, at least once per week.

Closing date: 23:59, Thursday 17th July 2025
We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from July/early August.
Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert once we have received sufficient applications.

Interested?

If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website. 

As part of this application process you will be asked to provide a copy of your CV and complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above.

We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side.

People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.

The RSPB is a licenced sponsor. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.

No agencies please.

Supporter Engagement Assistant  
Harrogate, North Yorkshire (on-site)

We are committed to paying the Real Living Wage. 

 
About Us 

Yorkshire is one of the regions hardest hit by cancer. Together, we can change this.

Yorkshire Cancer Research is a charity dedicated to funding research so that you and those you love live longer healthier lives, free of cancer. 

Thanks to supporters, the charity funds vital cancer research and pioneers innovative new services for people with cancer. These life-giving medical breakthroughs are helping more people survive cancer – in Yorkshire, and beyond.

As an inclusive employer, our aim is to ensure our workforce reflects the rich diversity of our region. We believe a diverse workforce is vital to us taking action to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer more effectively in Yorkshire. We offer equal opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnerships. 

 
The Benefits 

We offer all employees a wide range of benefits including an enhanced contributory pension scheme, 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing to 30 days after 5 years’ service), flexible working arrangements, private medical insurance, enhanced maternity leave, career progression, learning and development, wellbeing initiatives, offices within walking distance of Hornbeam Park train station, free onsite parking and a whole lot more. 

We’ve got a strong set of values that inform everything we do and we’re looking for people who are aligned with these. As our Supporter Engagement Assistant, you will put people in Yorkshire at the heart of everything you do, unite with colleagues and other organisations in this cause, and dare to think big and bold to make positive solutions happen. 

 
The Role 

We are looking for a Supporter Engagement Assistant to join our Supporter Engagement Team to help us build strong and lasting relationships with our charity's supporters and donors.

Reporting to the Supporter Engagement Officer, as Supporter Engagement Assistant you will deliver excellent customer service over the telephone, in written (email and postal) communications and face to face, ensuring that supporters' details are accurately recorded on the CRM database. You will be representing the charity, explaining its purpose, and demonstrating our charity values to donors/supporters, showing appropriate empathy to those who may have cancer or a family member/friend who does.

This role provides a great opportunity to make a real difference to the people of Yorkshire and requires someone with a friendly manner, good team-working skills, great customer service and excellent organisational skills. 

Specifically, you will: 

• Ensure supporter communications are accurate, timely and appropriate to the recipient. This includes following the relevant pathways to process donations, record legacy pledges, update key information so that the communication is tailored and relevant to the individual supporter.  

• Work alongside the Supporter Engagement Officer and other colleagues to improve the initial welcome journey for newly acquired donors and the onward stewardship of all supporters.  

• Conduct research and contribute ideas to improve supporter journeys and implement these processes independently.  

• Update supporter records on the charity’s CRM database to reflect changes in marketing permissions, personal details, the charity's relationship with the supporter (e.g. Volunteer/ Donor etc) and any communications between the supporter and the charity.  

• Use the CRM database to run supplied data queries to deliver campaigns (e.g. using Mail Merge) and to create and deliver supporter communications, this includes printing and posting letters, sending emails, making updates to supporter records and fulfilling requests for information.   

• Undertake other duties and take on a lead role in delivering projects and campaigns relevant to the purpose of the role as requested by members of the CRM, Marketing, Fundraising or Research & Impact teams.   

• Assist the wider Fundraising team at charity run and/or external events to represent the charity, help achieve agreed targets and provide exceptional stewardship to supporters.   

• Monitor inbound emails and telephone calls to the charity, forwarding to the relevant colleague (if unable to provide a response) or responding and actioning.   

 
About You 

To be considered for this role, you will need: 

• To be ideally educated to A-Level or equivalent level. 

• To have customer service experience in a similar or related role (e.g. telephone/ databases/ office).  

• To have high computer literacy with comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, especially Word, Excel and Outlook.  

• To have previous experience of working with databases (e.g. Access or Raiser's Edge).  

• To be up to date with the requirements of GDPR and confident in adhering to these requirements.  

• To be up to date with Safeguarding and confident in raising any concerns.  

• To enjoy delivering excellent customer service and customer/supporter interaction.  

• To be happy to work independently and ask for support where this is needed but also like to both work with and support colleagues as part of a team working towards a common goal.  

• To have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with an ability to use active listening skills, and write professionally and appropriately for a range of diverse audiences. Has a good grasp of grammar, spelling and of the spoken word.  

• To have strong organisational skills and performs their work to an extremely high level of accuracy and professionalism, paying close attention to detail.  

• To be able to present data and information in a way that is helpful and actionable to others.  

• To be able to manage multiple workstreams, with the ability to prioritise workloads to meet deadlines. 

Application 

Before applying, please visit our Careers Page to view the full role profile and find out more about working for Yorkshire Cancer Research.

To apply please submit a CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to Claire Wooldridge, Head of People, before 7 July 2025. Please read our privacy notice before applying. 

Yorkshire Cancer Research is a responsible and flexible employer.  We welcome any discussion for flexible working at the interview/offer stage where we will consider an individual’s circumstances against the needs of the charity. 

We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. If we can make any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact is via our website. 

We are working in partnership with a Richard House Children’s Hospice to secure their new Events Manager. Richard House helps children and their families in East London to lead as happy a life as possible when dealing with a life-limiting health condition. From the moment a child is diagnosed with a life-limiting, life-threatening or complex health condition everything changes. These changes affect the whole family, which is why Richard House feel it is vital not only to provide care to the child but to support the whole family. As a member of the fundraising team, you will directly support the charity’s work, as the majority of their services are funded thanks to the generosity of their supporters. 

The Events Manager will develop an events programme that delivers excellent supporter-care to all fundraisers and supporters taking part in an event or organising their own activities, maximising income from these fundraising streams. Harnessing current supporters and leading the growth of our existing network of community and event supporters is key to this role, with a focus on developing pro-active individuals, corporates and groups wanting to engage with and support events. The role will be hands on, focused on operational delivery, supporting crucial short- and medium-term funding impact, as well as longer-term and sustainable corporate income for Richard House.

This role is offered on an interim basis, but with the option to become permanent.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

• A track record in managing and delivering fundraising events, including participant cultivation and stewardship. 
• Evidence of developing supporter-care processes to increase engagement. 
• Experience of the practical application of the Fundraising Regulator, Gift Aid and Data Protection legislation. 
• Experience working with volunteers would be beneficial. 

Excellent communication and relationship building skills and an ability to interact with prospects and partners at all levels will be key.

For more information, please contact Katherine Anderson-Scott, Associate Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.

Location: Hybrid / Richard House Children’s Hospice, Richard Drive, London E16 3RG. Minimum of 3 days a week onsite with additional travel to meet with donors, funders and partners as needed. 

Closing date: 17 July 2025

Due to the nature of the role, Charisma will be reviewing applications and actioning on a rolling basis. Candidates with availability and/or notice periods of a month or less are actively encouraged to apply.

We are looking for a Community and Events Fundraising Manager to manage a officer and focus on identifying and nurturing impactful fundraising relationships, providing exceptional stewardship and delivering a calendar of community and events fundraising.

This is London hybrid role with 2 - 3 days in the Tooting office.

The Charity
A collaborative, welcoming health charity, dedicated to supporting those in need of care and their families. You would be joining a passionate organisation with a tight knit and supportive working culture with fantastic employee benefits available including:

- Pension contribute 3% of your pre-tax monthly salary and we add an additional 6% to your contribution
- Wellness days you are entitled to two paid wellness days to focus on your wellbeing
- Training and development One-day (pro rata) per month
- Annual leave of 25 days holiday/year plus 8 bank holidays. This increases by one day per year, up to a maximum of an additional five days.
- Enhanced maternity pay - employees are eligible for enhanced maternity pay, after completing 52 weeks of employment
- Extended time off - employees with at least two years service can take between 4 to 6 weeks off unpaid for activities
- Shared parental leave of up to 50 weeks of leave and 37 weeks of pay

The Role
Work with the Head of Mass Fundraising to develop the community and events portfolio, including the development of new products.

Identify and cultivate relationships in the local community to generate new income from audiences including schools, community groups, local corporates, and mid-high value individual fundraisers.

Line manage, motivate and develop the Mass Fundraising Officer.

Continually develop community and events supporter journeys to give our fundraisers a memorable and meaningful experience and encourage repeat fundraising.

The Candidate
Strong experience in delivering and growing income from community and/or challenge events programmes, including supporting in memory fundraisers.

Experience leading individuals and/or teams, motivating them to achieve goals and perform at their best.

Experience delivering outstanding supporter care and building excellent relationships with supporters to maximise giving.

Experience creating and/or delivering successful annual mass fundraising products.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Please note the charity are interviewing on a rolling basis so this role may close earlier than the listed closing date. Do get in touch ASAP to find out more.

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future. We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

Here at Eden Brown Charitie's, we are delighted to be working in partnership with a much loved Charity to recruit them a Philanthropy Manager. Over the last five years the Charity has increased their income significantly mainly due to expanding their high-net-worth relationships and securing influential advocates. The Charity have ambitious plans to grow income even further.

About the role

You will be joining a friendly and face paced fundraising team. You will be responsible for;

• Cultivating and managing an existing portfolio of high-net worth individuals and charitable trusts and foundations
• Expanding the pipeline of high-net worth individuals and charitable trusts and foundations by identifying and unlocking networks across our charity, hospitals, supporters and funder communities
• Soliciting five and six figure gifts from high-net worth individuals and charitable trusts and foundations, both verbally and by creating compelling funding proposals
• Supporting the Head of Strategic Projects to identify and develop high value (six figure plus) charitable trust and foundation opportunities and bids that align with the charity's ambitions

About you

To be successful in this role you must have;

• Proven experience of securing five and six figure gifts from major donors and/or charitable trusts and foundations from first approach through to solicitation and stewardship
• Experience of fundraising within complex organisations such as the NHS, Higher Education or larger charities
• Proven experience of managing and developing high-value funder relationships
• Experience of identifying opportunities and matching donor interests with the priorities of the hospital, developing inspiring asks and proposals

Please note that this is a hybrid role with some time spent in the office in Birmingham. Please contact Laura Iliff on 07442607841 for more information. Please note the closing date is the 7^th July.

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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We are looking for a Head of Fundraising to be the sole income lead for a wonderful social welfare charity in West London.

This is London hybrid role, 4 or 5 days and condensed hours requests considered.

The Charity
You would be joining a vibrant, independent local charity providing a range of high-quality services and activities that promote wellbeing, combat loneliness, and empower people to remain independent and engaged in their community. Growing and diversifying fundraising is a strategic priority for them, with high-level board support via their expert, invested Fundraising Working Group.

The Role
The Head of Fundraising is a pivotal leadership role, reporting to the CEO to develop and deliver a strategic Fundraising strategy across multiple income streams.

The fundraising income is currently c£300,000 per year (primarily from Trusts) and they have ambition to grow this to £500,000 over the next three years from a range of sources.

The charity are excited by the range of opportunities to develop income across income streams, and are keen to find an independent, pro active Head Of Fundraising to spearhead growth.

Implement and manage acquisition of potential donors, cultivating relationships, soliciting donations, and engaging in ongoing stewardship activities to retain and grow support.

The team will be looking to recruit a support for this role once in post.

The Candidate
A proactive relationship fundraiser keen to develop and deliver a broad stratgy of fundraising activity across a range of income streams.

A track record of securing significant income from at least three of the following individual giving (including High Net Worth and regular giving), trusts/foundations, corporates, community/events, and/or legacy support.

Experience of developing and implementing successful fundraising strategies and plans.

Knowledge of Gift Aid guidelines, reporting and processes.

IMPORTANT NOTE

This charity are reviewing applications on a rolling basis, please get in touch ASAP with to find out more.

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

Looking for a senior events role where you can take the lead, own the logistics, and deliver flagship fundraising experiences with excellence? If you’re all about delivery, supporter experience and strategic control—this is the one.

Guy’s & St Thomas’ Foundation is hiring an Events Fundraising Lead to deliver a high-impact portfolio of fundraising events, from the London Marathon and Landmarks Half to their iconic hospital abseil. You’ll bring operational rigour, creative energy and a real sense of ownership to a role that’s central to their 10-year vision.

• Job title: Events Fundraising Lead
• Location: Hybrid – 2 days/week in central London office
• Salary: £37,000–£41,000 per annum
• Contract: Permanent

What makes this role stand out:

• Take full delivery ownership of events that are high-profile, high-performing and high-stakes
• Act as lead contact with major partners like London Marathon Events and external agencies
• Be trusted to run complex logistics, manage compliance and budgets, and guide junior staff
• Deliver events that support Evelina London Children’s Charity, Guy’s Cancer Charity and the wider Foundation

This is a senior delivery role—perfect for someone who thrives on the detail, runs a tight ship, and wants to drive supporter experiences to the next level. You’ll lead on event safety, stewardship, reporting and live delivery—and still get to flex your creativity in how events grow and evolve.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience independently delivering large-scale fundraising events
• Skilled at budget management, risk planning, logistics, supplier negotiation and live ops
• Comfortable with acquisition strategies—ballots, campaigns, grassroots outreach
• Strong understanding of supporter journeys and how to retain event participants
• Calm under pressure, confident with stakeholders, and proud to deliver standout experiences

And the benefits? Still among the best in the sector:

• 27 days annual leave, rising to 30
• 6% employee / 12% employer pension contribution
• £800 learning budget and £200 wellbeing budget per year
• Health cash plan, digital GP, gym discounts, counselling support
• Paid volunteering days, sabbaticals, hybrid working, and more

If you’re a delivery-focused fundraiser with a love of live events and a sharp eye for detail, this role gives you the reins. Lead high-impact experiences that inspire supporters—and drive vital health projects forward.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Chief Executive Officer

Charity: (Evidence-based healthcare)

Location: UK based (relocation package available)

Contract: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: Circa £160,000+ per annum

Reports to: The Governing Board

Our client is a globally recognised leader in evidence-based healthcare. For over 30 years, they have been committed to producing trusted health evidence that informs decisions, improves outcomes, and supports better health for all.

They are now seeking an outstanding Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation into its next phase of growth and impact.

Reporting directly to the Chair of the Governing Board, the CEO will provide inspirational, values-driven leadership to the Central Executive Team and across the global community. This is a pivotal appointment that will shape the strategic direction of a high-profile international charity at a time of significant opportunity and transformation.

The CEO will be responsible for delivering the strategy, ensuring strong operational and financial stewardship, and further enhancing the organisation’s reputation and influence across the global health ecosystem.

As the most senior ambassador for the organisation, the CEO will build strategic partnerships, cultivate stakeholder engagement, and advance the mission at the highest levels, including with governments, funders, the World Health Organization, and other multilateral partners.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A credible and confident leadership profile with experience operating at executive or CEO level, ideally within an international, scientific, healthcare, or related context.
• A proven track record of strategic leadership in complex organisations, including organisational development, financial oversight, and leading high-performing teams.
• Strong scientific or health sector knowledge with the personal authority to represent the organisation globally.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders across sectors, cultures, and disciplines.

Above all, the appointed candidate will show a deep personal commitment to the organisation’s values and to the vital role that high-quality evidence plays in improving health worldwide. This is a unique opportunity to lead a globally respected organisation that makes a tangible difference to people's lives.

Candidates who share this commitment to global health equity, evidence-based practice, and collaborative leadership are warmly encouraged to apply.

For more information on the role, the organisation, their community, and how to apply, please view the appointment brief on the Prospectus website by clicking 'Redirect to recruiter'.

Our client is a Disability Confident employer. If you have a disability and would like to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, please indicate this in your covering letter. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, you are encouraged to let us know.

About Alzheimer's Society - who are we and what’s our mission?  

Dementia is the UK’s biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime.  

At Alzheimer’s Society, we’re the UK’s leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be.  

Together with our supporters, we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. 

Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for.  

About the opportunity

It’s an exciting time to join Regional Engagement. We’re a growing team with big ambitions over the next 5 years. This role will play a huge part in making these ambitions a reality and paving the way for our future.  

We are recruiting for four additional Regional  Fundraising Managers to join the Regional Engagement Team here at the Alzheimer’s Society.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced team manager with expertise in community, corporate or relationship fundraising. This role will enable you to demonstrate your impact by both growing the overall income within your sub-region by managing and developing your amazing team of 4 Regional fundraisers, and also through leading by example on securing new sources of income where the opportunity is greatest. This could range from new business acquisition through to delivering higher level bespoke stewardship and key account management for our high value supporters. This is a real opportunity for you to make your mark on the sub region.

From multi-year partnerships and supporters, right through to managing volunteers and raising awareness in our communities, the team you will lead is talented, fast-paced and on a mission to create a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. This is where you come in - we need somebody who can harness this passion, help us to maximise on the opportunities that our unique locations give us, and ultimately grow income so we can be there for everybody affected by dementia.
The role will work closely with the Senior Regional Fundraising Manager and other Regional Fundraising Managers in the region to plan, execute and deliver our core community income and expenditure budget, ensuring that no opportunity is left unturned. 

We are holding an information session about this role on 10th July at 11.30am – if you would like to attend, or have any other questions, please email [email protected]. 

This is a homeworking role (hybrid options may be available depending on location). You will need to be based in and able to travel across your sub region (Essex, Herts & Bedfordshire, Berks, Bucks & Oxfordshire) to meet supporters and attend internal meetings at locations across the country including our flagship offices (London, Birmingham, Warrington and Belfast). You must reside in the UK and have the correct right to work documents to work in the UK.

About you 

We are looking for somebody with strong experience of community, corporate or relationship fundraising who has a track record in managing a team, alongside winning new business and providing strong high-level stewardship.

- You won’t be afraid to challenge the status quo
- You will be a confident communicator who can influence and negotiate at a high level and views feedback as an essential tool for development
- You will have previous financial experience in managing budgets and forecasting for income and expenditure
- You will understand the strengths and challenges of managing a geographically dispersed team
- You will have a strong local knowledge of the area and, using organisational data, will use this to inform plans and decisions

If you are passionate about community fundraising, team management and development, and want to be part of an ambitious and strong team environment...then we want to hear from you!

Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging  

We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as part of a minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society.     

Our hiring process 

We want you to bring your whole self to the process. Applications are anonymised until interview stage, and we’re happy to support any adjustments. Share your feedback via our candidate survey when applying to help us improve. We may close early if we receive high interest (with 48 hours’ notice). Some roles may require a DBS check as part of our safer recruitment commitment. Thinking about using AI during the recruitment process? we know this can be helpful in many ways but remember to include your personal and authentic self too. Your voice and experience are what really set you apart. 

Giving back to you  

At Alzheimer’s Society, we value our people and take a total reward approach to pay and benefits. You’ll enjoy a generous double-matched pension scheme, 27 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays and wellbeing days), and access to a free Bupa Cash Plan, 24/7 EAP, Thrive mental wellbeing support, and virtual GP services. Our Society Plus platform offers exclusive discounts, wellbeing resources, and recognition schemes, while our flexible working, family-friendly policies, and life assurance provide peace of mind and work/life balance. We also offer a free Will-writing service and long service awards to recognise your ongoing commitment.

We have ambitious growth plans for community fundraising and regional partnerships at British Heart Foundation (BHF), and we are recruiting a Fundraising Manager to support our work in West Yorkshire. We offer sector-leading benefits including private healthcare, excellent pension, and 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.

BHF’s vision is a world free from the fear of heart and circulatory disease, conditions that will impact more than half of us in our lifetime. It’s more important than ever that we build on our fundraising expertise to raise vital funds to save more lives.

We're looking for a talented person to join our team from the private, public or third sector, who can demonstrate:

• Knowledge and experience of building relationships with a variety of diverse audiences- from individuals to senior corporate leaders - to achieve financial targets.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to motivate and inspire supporters.
• The ability to effectively manage multiple and competing priorities to meet deadlines.
• Excellent organisational skills with firm understanding of KPIs, targets, budgeting, and risk mitigation plans.
• Curious and data driven to provide insight and analysis to identify and nurture opportunities.
• Creative thinker with exceptional problem-solving skills.

About the role

Across your geographic area of West Yorkshire:

• Identify, develop, and steward supporter relationships with businesses, fundraising groups, and high value prospects.
• Understand supporter motivations, identifying opportunities across the Charity that inspire and engage, enabling them to achieve their fundraising goals and reach their potential.
• Identify and steward corporate prospects using a pipeline process resulting in applying for and converting opportunities.
• Be proactive within your area to identify opportunities for fundraising and raise awareness of the Charity.
• Manage supporters effectively using our CRM system (OneCRM) to provide excellent stewardship.
• Meet agreed financial targets, provide monthly financial progress reports, and put mitigation plans in place for any shortfall.
• Promote BHF’s activities and campaigns to raise awareness and drive income.

You'll be working in a region bursting with potential, offering the chance to forge new corporate partnerships that can be built and nurtured to drive income and impact. 

This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced growing team, in an organisation that supports the nations hearts from their first heartbeat to their last.

Working arrangements

 This is a field-based role covering West Yorkshire which includes post codes:

BD1–BD22, BD97–BD99 – Bradford and surrounding towns
HD1–HD9 – Huddersfield and nearby villages
HX1–HX7 – Halifax and Calder Valley
LS1–LS29, LS88, LS98, LS99 – Leeds and suburbs
OL14 – Todmorden (part of Calderdale)
WF1–WF17 – Wakefield and surrounding towns

You'll need to live in West Yorkshire region or be able to relocate to this region.

This role requires regular travel within the area, and occasionally to other parts of the UK.

You must have a full UK driving licence at the time of application with access to your own vehicle.

There will be a requirement for flexible out of hours working to support occasional evening and weekend activity. You will be compensated for this with time off in lieu.

What we can offer you

Our generous staff benefits include:

• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Private medical insurance, dental health cover, and money towards gym membership.
• Pension scheme with employer contribution up to 10%.
• Full pay for 12 weeks for family leave including maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
• Life assurance.
• Extra paid leave of up to 10 days to support colleagues who may need more time off work to look after themselves or others close to them.

We have been recognised by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) for our Live Well. Work Well. Programme. Heart health is central to our mission, and that starts with you. We provide a programme.

Interview process

This will be two stage interview process. The first stage interview is planned for w/c 14th July 2025

We are looking for a Head of Fundraising for Age UK (West London Branch), to be the lead income generation specialist and take a hands-on approach to a broad range of fundraising and build a team in the longer term.

This is London hybrid role, with 1-2 days a week in the office with a range of flexible options of condensed hours and or job share options.

The Charity
You would be joining a vibrant, independent local charity providing a range of high-quality services and activities that promote wellbeing, combat loneliness, and empower older people to remain independent and engaged in their community. Growing and diversifying fundraising is a strategic priority for them, with high-level Board support via their expert, invested Fundraising Working Group. They offer a range of great benefits including: 4% Employer Pension, up to 6% Employee contribution, cycle-to-Work Scheme, Season Ticket Loan, Employee Assisted Project including: up to 6 Counselling Sessions, Staff Wellbeing Events, annual Leave Purchase Scheme and Length of Service Recognition

The Role
The Head of Fundraising is a pivotal leadership role, reporting to the CEO and joining the SMT.

You would be responsible for developing, implementing and delivering income generation strategy.

As the sole dedicated income generation specialist, you will take a hands-on approach to all aspects of fundraising and business development, identifying opportunities, building partnerships, securing funding, and maximising income from a diverse range of sources.

The fundraising income is currently c£300,000 per year and they have ambition to grow this to £500,000 over the next three years to ensure that they can continue to be there for older people when they are in need.

You would lead and manage the acquisition of potential donors, cultivate relationships, solicit donations, and engage in ongoing stewardship activities to retain and grow support.

The Candidate
This would suit a a proactive hands on fundraiser, happy to be a sole fundraiser within a wider supportive team.

Someone with a proven track record of securing significant income from at least three of the following individual giving (including High Net Worth and regular giving), trusts/foundations, corporates, community, and/or legacy support.

We would like you to have experience of developing and implementing successful fundraising strategies and plans.

IMPORTANT NOTE
Please note the team are reviewing applications on a rolling basis, so do get in touch ASAP to find out more.

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future. We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

We are recruiting for a Senior Prospect Researcher to join our team in London; the scope on this job involves….

Job Title: Senior Prospect Researcher

Location: Homeworking with the requirement to occasionally attend our Head Office (Vauxhall)
Salary: £34,093.64 per annum, inclusive of a £3,000 London Weighting allowance if applicable
Contract type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: 37.5

Are you a natural investigator, driven by curiosity and a love of turning insight into action?
Do you know how to uncover potential supporters and help build meaningful, long-term relationships?
Do you want to use your research skills to support life- transforming and life-saving work for women and girls?
If so, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re looking for a Senior Prospect Researcher to join our high-performing fundraising team at Refuge. You’ll work dynamically across the organisation with the Philanthropy and Partnerships team, uncovering and developing opportunities to engage high-value supporters with our mission. Playing a key role in identifying and understanding our potential and existing supporters—the Senior Prospect Researcher will empower the philanthropy team to build deeper, broader partnerships with high-net-worth individuals, trusts, foundations and corporates.

With access to a rich database (Raiser’s Edge), a collaborative, insight-driven culture and a strategic approach, the successful candidate will play a crucial role in growing income through robust research and data analysis. You will lead on identifying trends, tracking progress and recommending strategies that help Refuge build strong relationships and a meaningful supporter journey from identification to stewardship. This role requires an understanding of ethical and effective prospect research methodologies and due diligence procedures to maintain compliance and optimise opportunities.

This is a great opportunity to make your mark and help Refuge reach more survivors of domestic abuse. Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. We want kind and empathic people to work at Refuge, who believe in equality, diversity, and inclusion, are experts in their area of knowledge, want to make a positive difference and improve the lives of the women and children we support.

If this sounds like your next role, please apply today.

Closing date: 9.00am on 11 July 2025

Interview date: 22 & 23 July 2025

Benefits

Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.