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About us
Greyhound Rescue Wales (GRW) is Wales’ leading charity dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming greyhounds and lurchers. Founded in 1993, we have spent more than three decades championing the welfare of sighthounds and working towards our vision: a Wales without greyhound racing, where every greyhound and lurcher has a home and receives the best possible care.
In April 2026, after 25 years of determined campaigning to improve welfare and regulation within the racing industry, legislation to ban greyhound racing in Wales was finally passed. This landmark achievement marks the beginning of a new chapter for GRW as we expand our reach and capacity across the UK to ensure every greyhound leaving the racing industry has a rescue space, medical support and rehabilitation on the journey towards their forever home.
To help us grow sustainably and strengthen our long‑term impact, we are now seeking to develop our fundraising team with the creation of a Trusts and Foundations Officer. This role will play a key part in increasing and diversifying our income, enabling us to rescue, rehabilitate and rehome even more dogs during this pivotal moment in our charity’s history.
Role
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Community and Events Fundraiser to develop their experience, to work within the community to increase and diversify our income stream and strengthen our charity’s profile.
The Community and Events Fundraiser is responsible for planning and delivering a varied range and scale of fundraising and events in the community.
You will proactively manage projects and build strong relationships with individuals, businesses and community groups, while also supporting and developing volunteers and their involvement.
As part of our Income Generation Team, you will work closely with the Head of Fundraising, Sponsorship & Legacies Officer and Trusts and Foundations Officer to help deliver an annual income target of £400k+.
Alongside maximising opportunities with our existing supporters, you will play a key role in developing and nurturing new ideas, partnerships and activities. Your work will help to grow this vital income stream and ensure we continue to engage with the communities and organisations that champion Greyhound Rescue Wales.
Please see attached the full job description and person specification
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About us
Greyhound Rescue Wales (GRW) is Wales’ leading charity dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming greyhounds and lurchers. Founded in 1993, we have spent more than three decades championing the welfare of sighthounds and working towards our vision: a Wales without greyhound racing, where every greyhound and lurcher has a home and receives the best possible care.
In April 2026, after 25 years of determined campaigning to improve welfare and regulation within the racing industry, legislation to ban greyhound racing in Wales was finally passed. This landmark achievement marks the beginning of a new chapter for GRW as we expand our reach and capacity across the UK to ensure every greyhound leaving the racing industry has a rescue space, medical support and rehabilitation on the journey towards their forever home.
To help us grow sustainably and strengthen our long‑term impact, we are now seeking to develop our fundraising team with the creation of a Head of Fundraising role. You will lead and work closely with the Trusts & Foundations Officer, Sponsorship & Individual Giving Officer and Community & Events Fundraiser to deliver an annual income target of £400K+.
Role
The Head of Fundraising is a senior leadership role with overall accountability for the strategic development, operational effectiveness and performance of all fundraising activity at Greyhound Rescue Wales (GRW).
The role will drive, lead and grow our fundraising strategy and has responsibility for developing diverse, sustainable income streams and building strong relationships with supporters, partners, and funders.
The role holds end‑to‑end accountability for income delivery across trusts and foundations, community and event fundraising, and sponsorship and individual giving.
The Head of Fundraising provides clear leadership to the fundraising team and has line management responsibility for:
- Trusts and Foundations Officer
- Community and Events Fundraising Officer
- Sponsorship & Individual Giving Officer
Please see attached the full job description and person specification
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About us
Greyhound Rescue Wales (GRW) is Wales’ leading charity dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming greyhounds and lurchers. Founded in 1993, we have spent more than three decades championing the welfare of sighthounds and working towards our vision: a Wales without greyhound racing, where every greyhound and lurcher has a home and receives the best possible care.
In April 2026, after 25 years of determined campaigning to improve welfare and regulation within the racing industry, legislation to ban greyhound racing in Wales was finally passed. This landmark achievement marks the beginning of a new chapter for GRW as we expand our reach and capacity across the UK to ensure every greyhound leaving the racing industry has a rescue space, medical support and rehabilitation on the journey towards their forever home.
To help us grow sustainably and strengthen our long‑term impact, we are now seeking to develop our fundraising team with the creation of a Sponsorship and Individual Giving Officer. This role will play a key part in increasing and diversifying our income, enabling us to rescue, rehabilitate and rehome even more dogs during this pivotal moment in our charity’s history.
Role
Greyhound Rescue Wales is seeking a motivated and compassionate Sponsorship and Individual Giving Officer to grow and steward this important income stream. This role will nurture, develop and manage our corporate and individual giving programme, including legacies, ensuring our supporters feel valued and informed.
As part of our Income Generation Team, you will work closely with the Head of Fundraising, Trusts & Foundations Officer and Community & Events Fundraiser to help deliver an annual income target of £400K+.
You’ll take ownership of a varied portfolio of corporate relationships, membership and donors, whilst developing new partnerships and individual giving, including development of our legacies programme.
Please see attached the full job description and person specification
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Edinburgh
Salary: £49,792 - £56,426 per annum plus generous benefits
Application Deadline: 25 August 2026
About the role
This is a rare opportunity to lead one of the UK's most significant cultural fundraising campaigns. We're looking for an experienced major gifts or capital fundraising professional who thrives on building exceptional relationships and securing transformational support. You'll join us at a pivotal moment, leading campaigns that will shape the future of Scotland's national collection and leave a lasting legacy for generations to come.
At National Galleries of Scotland, you'll help secure the future of one of the world's great art collections, cared for on behalf of the nation. You'll raise transformational philanthropic support for projects that preserve Scotland's national collection, expand public access and create lasting cultural impact.
We're looking for a strategic and relationship-focused fundraiser with experience leading complex, high-value fundraising campaigns. You'll be equally confident working with major donors, senior colleagues, Trustees and volunteer leaders. You'll combine excellent judgement with strong planning skills, bringing together people, resources and fundraising strategy to deliver ambitious campaign goals.
While initially focused on The Art Works, you will have a longer-term remit to help shape future capital fundraising priorities that emerge from our strategic ambitions. You’ll personally progress high-value donor relationships while ensuring fundraising campaigns are strategically structured, insight-led, appropriately resourced and effectively delivered.
You'll help broaden our philanthropic reach by expanding a strong and diverse prospect base across local, national and international audiences. This includes developing approaches to high-value and discreet funders and making the best use of senior volunteers and networks.
The scale of the role is exceptional. You'll work on nationally significant projects with a compelling case for support. You'll enjoy flexible and hybrid working, generous benefits and the chance to make a lasting impact throughout your career.
The difference you’ll make
Reporting to the Head of Development, you will:
- Provide excellent strategic management of capital fundraising campaigns across the organisation, with an immediate focus on The Art Works as well as responsibility for supporting the planning and delivery of future campaigns, including the Mound Level Galleries redevelopment and other major capital priorities.
- Contribute to the development of long-term capital fundraising strategies, campaign plans and prospect pipelines to support future organisational priorities beyond The Art Works, ensuring continuity of donor engagement and campaign readiness.
- Translate campaign strategy, timelines and gift table requirements into clear delivery plans and actions across teams.
- Monitor progress toward income and activity targets, identify variances early and recommend tactical adjustments based on internal insight and external conditions.
- Lead the development and maintenance of campaign reporting, including dashboards, risk logs, income phasing and governance papers.
- Engage directly with major donors, trusts and foundations to cultivate, solicit and steward high-value gifts, working with senior colleagues, Trustees and Campaign Board members as appropriate to maximise outcomes.
- Oversee and direct cultivation and stewardship activity across the capital campaigns team, ensuring delivery of agreed fundraising strategies and a structured and strategic approach to progressing prospects and delivering income targets, while working closely with the wider Development team to ensure a coordinated and consistent approach to donor engagement.
- Expand the philanthropic prospect base by identifying new opportunities and supporting approaches to high‑value or discreet funders.
- Oversee the preparation of high‑quality briefings, materials and follow‑up for senior‑level donor meetings and solicitations.
- Coordinate all donor hospitality activity for the campaign, liaising with colleagues across the Development team and other teams as required, including events, briefings, site visits and other cultivation opportunities.
- Lead the implementation of donor recognition and stewardship frameworks, ensuring consistent, high‑quality supporter experiences.
- Ensure operational readiness for the public phase of the campaign, coordinating colleagues across Development, Communications and Visitor Experience to create effective giving pathways and engagement opportunities.
- Provide day‑to‑day direction to the Development Manager – Capital Campaigns; the Campaigns Coordinator and other team members (to be brought in on a temporary basis as required at key campaign stages) to support high standards of documentation, planning and internal communication.
- Promote collaborative, inclusive working practices across the team and wider organisation.
Who we are looking for
To succeed in this role, you’ll need the following range of knowledge, skills, and experience:
- Significant leadership experience in capital or multi‑year fundraising campaigns with £multi-million targets.
- Experience of developing and sustaining a portfolio of high net worth prospects at 5, 6 and 7-figure levels including discreet and invite-only funders.
- Experience modelling and managing fundraising cash flow, campaign pacing and income phasing across multiple fundraising priorities, ensuring alignment with organisational and project delivery requirements.
- Ability to expand donor networks at local, national, and international level.
- Strong presentation and writing skills, with the ability to influence, articulate complex ideas and inspire support.
- Experience planning and delivering high‑quality cultivation events and donor engagements.
- Strong understanding of fundraising sector trends, major donor behaviour and the philanthropic landscape.
- Experience working closely with senior stakeholders, including Directors, Trustees, volunteer fundraising campaign board members and other high‑level advocates.
- Strong knowledge of UK charitable giving and tax considerations relevant to fundraising.
- Highly motivated, with the ability to act on initiative while exercising good judgement about when to involve others.
- Strong analytical and reporting skills, with confidence interpreting financial, pipeline and performance data.
- Experience using CRM/database systems such as Spektrix or similar.
It would also be great if you have
- Experience of fundraising for multiple capital projects and transitioning donor relationships between successive major campaigns. Knowledge of the arts, culture, heritage, community engagement or education sectors.
- Understanding of how environmental sustainability, climate action and low‑energy design influence contemporary philanthropic priorities.
- Enthusiasm for the mission and work of the National Galleries of Scotland.
- Experience of fundraising in an international context, particularly in North America and Asia.
The closing date for completed applications is 12 noon on Tuesday, 25 August 2026.
Please apply directly via our careers portal. Applications via email will not be accepted.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
If you have experience in individual giving, legacy or supporter stewardship and are passionate about building meaningful, lifelong relationships with donors, we'd love to hear from you. Join our small, supportive fundraising team and help secure vital funding for families affected by Huntington's disease. Apply now and help create a lasting legacy.
About the Huntington's Disease Association
Huntington's disease has a profound and lasting impact on families, often across generations. Our supporters frequently have a deep, personal connection to the cause and many stay with us for years - as fundraisers, donors and advocates. We are small, passionate fundraising team working to grow the income that funds vital services and support for everyone affected by Huntington’s disease
About the Team
You will join a small, collaborative fundraising team comprising a Trusts and Foundations Manager, a Community Fundraising Coordinator, a National Activity Events Coordinator and a Fundraising Administrator. The Head of Fundraising leads on corporate partnerships, major donors and fundraising strategy. Each team member works with a degree of autonomy whilst contributing to shared income goals and a collective approach to supporter care.
Role Purpose
To steward and grow relationships with our individual supporters across every stage of their journey with HDA - ensuring that however someone first connects with us, they feel known, valued and inspired to stay with us for life. This role leads on legacy and in memory fundraising, two areas of significant strategic importance to us, whilst sustaining and developing our wider base of individual donors through appeals, regular giving and digital communications. Working closely with colleagues across fundraising and communications, you will help ensure that every supporter feels genuinely connected to our cause and to the community of people whose lives are shaped by Huntington's disease. Learn more about the role in the job pack included.
What we offer
· Hybrid working to support work life balance - 2 days a week in our Liverpool office
· 25 days annual leave plus public holidays (pro rata for part-time staff)
· 1 additional cultural or wellbeing leave day (pro rata for part-time staff)
· A pension scheme with 3% employer contribution
· Medicash scheme
· Travel-to-work scheme
· Flexible working approach
· Family forward policies
· Supportive and positive working environment
· Fantastic learning and development opportunities
Application
Please provide both a CV and cover letter outlining why you are applying for the role and how you meet the requirements of the person specification. The full job description and person specification can be found within the job vacancy pack.
Closing date for applications is Monday 17 August 2026
First round interviews will be held online on Thursday 3 September 2026. Second round interviews will be held in-person in Liverpool on Friday 11 September 2026
We improve care and support services for people with Huntington’s disease, educate families and professionals, and champion people’s rights.



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About the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
For over 50 years, the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust has been at the forefront of wildlife conservation in Kenya. Founded on the extraordinary work of Dame Daphne Sheldrick, we are best known for our orphaned elephant rescue and rehabilitation programme – the most successful of its kind in the world. Our work has grown to encompass anti-poaching, habitat protection, community conservation and long-term field programmes across East Africa.
We have a global community of passionate supporters, a powerful brand, and a cause that genuinely moves people. Our UK charity facilitates the global elephant adoption programme, leads on UK fundraising, and connects supporters everywhere with the animals and landscapes they love.
The Opportunity
This is a new and significant appointment for SWT UK. We are looking for a Director of Development to develop and lead our UK fundraising strategy – taking ownership of income generation across all streams, donor communications and supporter stewardship, and managing a team of three talented fundraising professionals.
Our individual supporter base is large globally – growing in UK – loyal and deeply engaged: many give through our elephant adoption programme, which connects them directly with named animals in our care. We are now ready to build on this engaged supporter base and develop it into a structured individual giving programme – with mid-level giving pathways, major donor cultivation, systematic stewardship and deeper philanthropic relationships. That is the central challenge and opportunity of this role.
We also have active corporate and trust relationships, a legacy programme in development, and real potential to grow income from European and international funders. The Director of Development will take ownership of all of this – hands on and strategic in equal measure.
What You Will Do
- Develop and implement a new UK fundraising strategy, establishing clear priorities, income targets and programmes that will drive growth through to 2030 and beyond
- Develop and implement a UK individual giving programme – building on our adoption base to create structured giving journeys, mid-level and major donor cultivation, and meaningful stewardship
- Manage the UK fundraising budget, set and monitor income targets across all streams, and report regularly to the Executive Director on performance and ROI
- Take day-to-day ownership of corporate and trust relationships, writing reports, proposals and partner communications
- Build a major donor programme from the ground up, identifying and cultivating high-value individual prospects
- Develop legacy marketing activity, working alongside our existing legacy administrator and Freewill partnership
- Manage and inspire a team of three: Communications and Fundraising Manager, Retail Manager and Supporter Care Officer, and Fundraising Support Officer
- Oversee the donor database (Donorfy), ensuring data quality and insight-driven decision making
- Explore opportunities to grow income from European and international donors
- Contribute to the global income picture, including through improved donor stewardship and deeper supporter engagement
- Support the growth of SWT's profile and visibility in the UK through press opportunities, social media, and other channels.
About You
We are looking for a fundraiser who loves the craft – someone who is energised by building relationships, writing a compelling proposal, developing a giving programme from scratch, and ensuring every supporter feels genuinely valued. This is a hands-on role as much as a leadership one, and the right person will be comfortable doing both.
- Proven track record in fundraising, with demonstrable success securing income from individuals, trusts or corporates – including five-figure gifts and above
- Experience developing individual giving programmes, including mid-level or major donor cultivation
- A hands-on practitioner – comfortable writing proposals, reports and donor communications yourself
- Experience managing a small fundraising team with warmth, clarity and accountability
- Strong relationship management and stewardship skills
- Experience working with a donor CRM and using data to inform fundraising decisions
- Comfortable in a building role – excited by developing programmes that don't yet exist
- Experience managing fundraising budgets and producing income forecasts and performance reports.
- Genuine passion for wildlife conservation – this role is for someone who cares about the cause
- Committed to in-person working – we believe day-to-day presence and collaboration produces better outcomes for our donors and our team, and ask for a minimum of three days per week at our Billingshurst office
Why Join Us
- A mission that genuinely matters – 50 years of life-changing conservation work and a cause that moves people around the world
- A large, loyal and warm supporter base with significant untapped potential
- Real scope to build something – this is a new role with genuine influence from day one
- A small, close-knit team with shared purpose and a genuine commitment to each other's wellbeing
- Direct line to the Executive Director and member of senior leadership team
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (33 days total)
- Salary exchange pension with 5% employer contribution
- Salary of £55,000 – £60,000 depending on experience
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a covering letter of no more than two pages – telling us why you are interested in this role and how your experience meets the person specification – by 16th August 2026.
We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may appoint before the closing date, so early application is encouraged.
All applicants must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. We are unable to sponsor visa applications for this role.
Applications must include a covering letter of no more than two pages explaining why you are interested in this role and how your experience meets the person specification. Applications submitted without a covering letter will not be considered.
To protect and preserve wildlife and habitats in Kenya


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TRUSTS AND FOUNDATIONS MANAGER
Job Description & Person Specification
JOB TITLE:Trusts and Foundations Manager
SALARY:£35,000 per annum
HOURS:Full time - 37.5 hours, Part time – 22.5 hours
RESPONSIBLE TO:Charity Chief Executive
ACCOUNTABLE TO:Director of Fundraising
LOCATION:Hybrid working
WHO WE ARE
University Hospitals Birmingham Charity consists of four hospital charities supporting some of the busiest hospitals in Birmingham – Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, Heartlands Hospital, Good Hope Hospital and Solihull Hospital.
Being in hospital can be really tough physically and emotionally. This is why our hospital charities do as much as they can to help patients and their families feel as supported as possible during their treatment.
Each hospital charity provides the added extras that are "over and above" what the NHS can fund as standard. This includes life-saving equipment, state-of-the-art facilities, training and research, as well as free accommodation and patient comforts.
Across UHB Charity we are currently raising funds for a Total Body PET CT Scanner as well as our Children's and Newborn Appeals and Home from Home accommodation for civilians and military personnel, to name just a few.
As a Trusts and Foundations Manager you will help us raise much needed funds that will make a real difference to our patients and their families.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Trusts & Foundations Manager role is a hybrid position for University Hospitals Birmingham Charity, which is the official charity of Good Hope Hospital, Heartlands Hospital, Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham and Solihull Hospital and Community Services.
The Trusts & Foundations Manager will work closely with other members of the hospital charity, providing support to the fundraising team and the Charity overall.
Working as part of a team, the person in this role will have specific responsibility for researching and applying to grant-making trusts and foundations and identifying where the work of the charity meets the application criteria.
They will write or complete applications and build relationships with existing and potential funders. They will also be responsible for managing members of the team who are currently applying to Trusts and Foundations and supporting them with their applications. The Manager is also responsible for the Trusts and Foundations database and building on this.
This role would suit an experienced fundraiser looking to move into a management role, or a Fundraising Manager looking for an exciting opportunity at a hospital charity.
MAIN DUTIES
PRINCIPAL DUTIES
- Research trusts, foundations, and grant funding bodies to identify those where the application criteria match elements of the work of University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB) Charity.
- Prepare, write and submit a portfolio of persuasive Grant & Trust applications.
- Research and collate information and/or data required to make applications to trusts, foundations, and grant funding bodies, providing them with compelling cases of support.
- Establish and manage long term, effective and profitable relationships with existing and prospective funders by providing excellent donor and supporter care.
- Increase the pool of potential funders by using Trusts and Foundations sector knowledge and scoping of the funding landscape to identify new trust funders and increase opportunities for generating new income.
- Maintain and develop efficient ways of keeping trusts, foundations and grant funding bodies updated on the work of UHB Charity and the difference their support makes, to develop and maintain relationships and maximise short- and long-term support.
- Support the wider fundraising team with smaller grant applications and offer regular opportunities for them to apply to specific funders.
- Work to financial targets and undertake research as directed/agreed by the Director of Fundraising.
- Provide the Director of Fundraising with regular updates and monthly progress reports.
- Monitor application deadlines, submissions, acceptances/refusals, income received and ensure all information is updated accurately on the database.
- Inspire and motivate funders through the creation and delivery of regular communications, presentations and tours of the Hospital.
- Work with the Communications Team to obtain patient and family case studies and stories for use in Trust applications and impact reports.
COMMUNICATION
- Relaying accurate and timely information to the fundraising team, the Charity Chief Executive and Charity Trustees on a regular basis. Communicating with clinical and non-clinical staff within the hospital. Communicating with donors and fundraisers.
- Dealing with enquiries from the general public, disseminating information and ensuring that the appropriate action is taken, whilst maintaining the Charity’s policies and procedures.
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ability to present oneself in a professional manner as a representative of the hospital and the charity.
- To maintain confidentiality in all aspects of duty, including fundraiser and donor data.
- To maintain an accurate effective database, recording essential information and providing statistical data in accordance with guidelines and policy using Raiser's Edge, Microsoft Office, Word and Access.
MISCELLANEOUS
- To represent the Charity in a variety of different contexts and to a variety of different audiences.
- To ensure that a positive image of the hospital and the Charity is projected at all times
- To hold a flexible approach to working hours (the role will require the post holder to work evenings and weekends as necessary)
- To hold a flexible approach to work when asked to take on other fundraising or admin duties when the team needs to cover holidays, or at times of workload pressure
- To adopt a supportive and collegiate approach when working with the fundraising team and other colleagues within the hospital
The Trusts and Foundations Manager will also carry out other projects and duties as directed by the Head of Fundraising, Director of Fundraising and Charity Chief Executive.
NOTES:
This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities but more an outline framework against which the post holder will be given flexibility to define the detail. Any changes will be the subject of consultation with the post holder.
All employees must adhere to and perpetuate Charity Policies and Procedures relating to:
- Health and Safety
- No Smoking at Work
- Equal Opportunities in Employment, including responsibilities under the Disability Discrimination Act.
Your attention is drawn to the confidential nature of information collected within the NHS. The unauthorised use or disclosure of patient or other personal information is a dismissible offence and in the case of computerised information could result in a prosecution for an offence or action for civil damages under the Data Protection Act 1984.
Please note that employees are employed directly by the Charity and not the NHS.
Employees of the Charity are eligible to join a defined contribution pension scheme, to which the Charity will contribute 8% of an employee’s annual salary in addition to employee contributions.
Employees of the Charity are eligible for enhanced maternity and sickness pay.
Employees of the Charity receive 27 days holiday per year, plus Bank Holidays.
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Excellent written skills with first class spelling
- Use of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, Powerpoint along with other software packages
- Ability to match communication style with the varying needs of supporters
- Ability to work independently and under pressure, prioritising work to meet deadlines
- Ability to deal with heavy, unpredictable workloads
- Ability to recognise and reward people’s contributions
- Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the charity
- Problem solving
- Record keeping
- Non-judgemental attitude
- Accepts responsibility for own decisions
- Ability to represent the Charity at events and functions
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to influence people at all levels
- Understanding and respect for the importance of patient confidentiality
- GCSE English Language or equivalent
- GCSE Mathematics or equivalent
Desirable
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
- Qualification in trusts and foundations fundraising, creative writing or marketing
- Membership of the Institute of Fundraising
EXPERIENCE:
Essential
- Experience of exceeding/achieving targets in an income generation environment linked to Trusts and Foundations.
- Considerable previous experience in Trusts and Foundations fundraising and/or general fundraising gained in a charitable environment
- Demonstrable success of securing significant income and of achieving challenging financial targets
- Knowledge/experience of fundraising in a health-related field
- Experience of working with senior staff at Board/Trustee level
- Experience of developing new donor/sales relationships
- Experience in the charitable sector
Desirable
- Raiser's Edge donor database experience
- Experience in the hospital charity sector
- Experience of working and consulting with patients and/or medical staff
- Understanding of the NHS and wider health and patient issues
ADDITIONAL INFO
Essential
- A team player with a flexible approach
- Available to work out of hours if required.
Desirable
- Car driver with a clean licence
Changing lives and saving lives for patients, families and staff at our hospitals



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We are hiring a Trusts and Foundations Executive
Do you have excellent written communication skills, an interest in developing relationships with charitable funders and the ability to manage competing priorities? Are you motivated by the opportunity to generate vital income that helps tackle the housing emergency?
Then join Shelter as a Trusts and Foundations Executive and help us build strong, lasting relationships with trusts and foundations to secure funding for our services and campaigns.
About the role
As Trusts and Foundations Executive, you will manage a varied portfolio of warm, lapsed and prospective trust and foundation supporters, securing gifts of up to £30,000. You will also manage our regular mailing programme to smaller trusts, coordinating the information and processes needed to deliver high-quality and timely applications.
You will research existing and potential funders and maintain and develop relationships, submitting tailored proposals and reports. By utilising a relationship-led approach, you will communicate with trusts throughout the application and stewardship process, whilst also working with colleagues across Shelter to gather compelling information about our services and campaigns.
This is a one-year fixed-term role, offering flexible working with regular travel to London and other Shelter locations for meetings when required.
Role specifics
We’re looking for a proactive and organised individual, who can build positive relationships with funders while also managing a busy portfolio of applications, reports and stewardship activity.
You will:
- Manage relationships with an allocated portfolio of warm, lapsed and new trust funders, helping to develop sustainable, long-term partnerships.
- Lead the delivery of Shelter’s Small Trust Mailing, summarising our national and regional work and tailoring communications where appropriate.
- Write persuasive funding proposals, grant reports and updates tailored to the requirements and interests of different funders.
- Acknowledge donations promptly and steward funders between applications to maintain strong relationships with Shelter.
- Monitor and the Trust and Foundations Team email inbox, responding to queries, administering donations and flagging emails with the rest of the team as appropriate.
- Keep accurate records of donor activity and communications using Microsoft Dynamics and other agreed information systems.
- Monitor income and activity against agreed financial and productivity targets.
- Research potential funders and maintain an active pipeline of opportunities, prioritising approaches based on their potential value, likelihood of success and stage of engagement.
- Work with colleagues across services, campaigns, finance and senior management to gather accurate information, budgets, permissions and evidence of impact.
- Arrange and attend meetings and project visits, ensuring colleagues are properly briefed and funders receive an engaging and professional experience.
- Support wider High Value Partnerships projects and Shelter’s Special Events programme when required.
About you
You will be a confident written communicator who can turn detailed information into clear, compelling and tailored funding applications. You will also be comfortable researching new opportunities, managing multiple deadlines and building relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
You will also be:
- Highly organised, with the ability to plan and prioritise a varied workload.
- Confident maintaining accurate records and using databases or customer relationship management systems.
- Comfortable taking ownership of tasks and progressing work independently.
- Collaborative and able to work effectively with colleagues across different teams and areas of expertise.
- Able to gather, interpret and present complex information clearly.
- Motivated by meeting financial and activity targets.
- Proactive, reflective and open to learning from both successes and challenges.
- Committed to working inclusively and contributing to Shelter’s journey towards becoming a truly anti-racist organisation.
Previous experience of fundraising, relationship management, proposal writing or working with trusts and foundations would be valuable. We also welcome applications from people who can demonstrate relevant transferable skills and the ability to learn quickly.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits, including:
- 30 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Flexible working hours and practices.
- A competitive pension scheme.
- Salary sacrifice schemes.
- Enhanced family-friendly policies.
- Interest-free travel loans.
- A tenancy deposit loan.
- Payroll giving and a cycle-to-work scheme.
- Access to an employee assistance programme.
We are happy to talk about flexible working and personal growth, and we are committed to creating a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based on your merit.
About the team
The Trusts and Foundations team forms part of High Value Partnerships within Shelter’s Income Generation Directorate.
The team currently consists of eight fundraisers and one Grants Manager, working together to secure funding and develop lasting relationships with trusts and foundations.
Income Generation raises around £40 million each year to support Shelter’s work. You will work closely with colleagues across Trusts and Foundations, Corporate Partnerships, Major Donors, Special Events and Legacies, as well as colleagues in Shelter’s services, campaigns and finance teams.
You will join a supportive and collaborative team that shares knowledge, celebrates the contributions of others and works together to maximise income opportunities for Shelter.
How to apply
Please click ‘Apply for Job’ below. You are required to submit your work history and a supporting statement. Please provide specific examples of how you meet the criteria in the 'About you' section of this advert, following the STAR format, and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviours below throughout your responses:
- We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset
- We learn from our experiences and are open to risk
- We create change and align behind our strategy
About Shelter
Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet every day, millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.
We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything.
We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.
Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement.
In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter, and we welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation.
We recognise that people from marginalised groups may face additional barriers throughout their careers. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every part of the job description, please do not let that stop you from applying. We encourage you to tell us how your skills, knowledge, behaviours and experience would support your success in the role.
Safeguarding statement
Safeguarding is everyone’s business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect.
All staff are expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.
Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies or accept the fees associated with them.
Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them
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We're looking for an experienced and motivated fundraiser to build on our strong foundations, develop new opportunities, and help ensure that The Gatehouse can continue providing life-changing support to adults experiencing homelessness, poverty and exclusion. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until a successful appointment is made.
Provide sanctuary now and support for the future, helping people experiencing homelessness, poverty and social exclusion to build lives of dignity.



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This is an exciting opportunity to join Cause4’s Development Team as a Development Manager, supporting a varied portfolio of charities and social purpose organisations with fundraising, strategy and organisational development.
This opportunity provides a fantastic opportunity for someone to work as part of a passionate and hard working team to hone their consultancy skills to fast track into more senior positions within the organisation.
The role offers the chance to work across multiple sectors including arts, heritage, education, health, sport and community organisations, helping clients to develop fundraising strategies, secure funding and build sustainable income streams. Alongside client work, you will play an active role within the wider Cause4 Development Team, contributing to research, organisational planning, training delivery and business development activity.
This position offers broad exposure across a wide range of organisations, fundraising disciplines and consultancy projects, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to accelerate their career within the charity or consultancy sectors.
THE OPPORTUNITY WHO THIS ROLE MAY SUIT
- This role could particularly suit: Someone looking to step into their first consultancy or Development Manager role.
- A fundraiser wanting broader experience across multiple organisations and income streams. Someone currently working in the charity, arts, education or cultural sectors looking to transition into consultancy.
- An ambitious individual seeking a fast-paced role with clear progression and development opportunities.
- An existing manager looking to build their consultancy skills to fast track into more senior positions in the sector.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Fundraising & Client Support
- Supporting a portfolio of clients with fundraising strategy development and delivery.
- Writing compelling funding applications, Cases for Support and donor-facing materials.
- Supporting funding approaches to Trusts & Foundations, statutory funders, corporates and individual donors.
- Conducting research into prospective funders, partners and opportunities.
- Supporting the development and delivery of fundraising events and engagement activities. Building positive relationships with clients, funders and wider stakeholders.
- Supporting the delivery of fundraising training and wider Cause4 programmes.
Research & Consultancy
- Producing high-quality research, reports and briefing papers.
- Supporting the development of programme ideas, evaluation frameworks and measurable outcomes.
- Contributing strategic thinking to fundraising campaigns and organisational development projects.
- Supporting wider consultancy and innovation work across the organisation.
Team & Organisational Development
- Contributing to Cause4’s business development and growth activity.
- Sharing knowledge, expertise and fundraising insight across the team.
- Supporting the wider strategic and operational needs of the organisation.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Cause4 is a fast-paced consultancy environment offering significant opportunities for learning and career development.
Skills & Experience
We are particularly interested in candidates who are ambitious, adaptable and keen to grow within a consultancy environment. You may already have experience in fundraising, charity operations, programme delivery, arts administration, partnerships, research or strategy work.
We are looking for:
- Strong written communication skills and the ability to produce compelling, engaging and high-quality written material.
- Strong research and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to interpret and synthesise large and complex amounts of information and data from a range of sources.
- Experience within a charity, fundraising, arts, education or consultancy environment.
- An interest in fundraising, philanthropy and organisational development.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
- Confidence working with a range of stakeholders and building professional relationships.
- Strategic thinking, creative and problem-solving skills. Strong organisational and coordination skills.
- Confidence using Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Experience using online platforms such as Zoom or Teams.
- Alignment with our company values.
Experience across fundraising or income generation is desirable, but we are equally interested in candidates with strong transferable skills and the ambition to develop into a client-facing consultancy role.
HOW TO APPLY
Please send your CV together with either: a Cover Letter (maximum two pages), or a Cover Video (maximum three minutes) to Ben Wilson, Director of Development and Enterprise.
The deadline for applying is 5pm on Tuesday 1 September 2026.
Please also include a completed Equal Opportunities Form downloadable from the Cause4 website.
Global Senior Prospect Research Manager
Role type: Full time; Permanent
Location: Godalming, UK (hybrid working pattern 2x days per week in the office). The office is located close to Godalming station, with direct trains from/to London Waterloo in approximately 45 minutes.
Salary: £47,000 - £50,000 per annum (depending upon skills and experience)
About the role
As our Global Senior Prospect Research Manager, you’ll play a key role in helping Compassion in World Farming to end factory farming by strengthening our global prospect research function.
This is an established and important role within our Global Philanthropy Team, central to building and sustaining a strong, high-quality prospect pipeline to support our fundraising growth ambitions. As part of this role, you’ll help shape and deliver prospect strategy, insight and KPIs aligned to our fundraising priorities and long-term organisational growth plans.
As our Global Senior Prospect Research Manager, you’ll be responsible for (but not limited to):
- Prospect Research -Leading and strengthening the global prospect research function,ensuring it effectively supports ethical fundraising growth across key markets.
- High Potential Prospects-Identifying,researchingand prioritising high-potential prospects from Salesforce and other sources, working closely with colleagues in CRM & Insights.
- Profile Creation-Producing clear, high-quality prospect research profiles to support donor cultivation, relationshipdevelopmentand strategic decision-making.
- Ethical Screening -Leading on due diligence and ethical screening, ensuringa consistent and rigorous approach across donors and markets.
- Data and Reporting-Using data, insight and reportingto analyse our prospect pool,identifynew donor opportunities and supportaccurate, compliant donor records.
About you
To succeed in this role, you’ll need to bring strong prospect research experience, from an international fundraising team or comparable environment, alongside a good understanding of global philanthropy trends, donor behaviour and ethical fundraising practice.
You’ll have to be confident in turning research into clear, useful insight for fundraisers, with the ability to build strong working relationships across teams and communicate findings in a way that supports action. You’ll also have excellent attention to detail and the ability to self-manage a varied workload in a busy, values-led environment.
Skills and experience you’ll need to bring as our Global Senior Prospect Research Manager:
- Prospect research experience within an international fundraising team or comparable environment.
- Experience building and managing a prospect pipeline that supports income growth.
- Experience using a wide variety of resources to produce high-quality intelligence for fundraisers.
- Experience of due diligence and applying ethical fundraising policies.
- Strong understanding of prospect research systems and processes, with experience using CRM systems, ideally Salesforce.
If you don’t meet every requirement but believe you could thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply.
Why join us
This is a brilliant opportunity to shape a vital global research function and help drive the fundraising growth needed to create lasting change for farmed animals.
We offer a supportive, flexible workplace with a strong focus on wellbeing and development, including:
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Health Cash Back Plan and 24/7 GP access
- Employee Assistance Programme and MHFA support
- Premium Calm App subscription
- Electric car schemeavailable
- Defined contribution pension scheme
- Enhanced discretionary sick pay
- Hybrid working model (role and location dependent)
- Free onsite parking and office next to mainline station
- Cycle Benefit scheme and other savings options
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
How to apply and key dates
If you’re ready to make a global impact, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining how you meet the Person Specification. To support a fair and unbiased recruitment process, we kindly ask that you do not include a photo in your CV.
Please note that we may begin interviews on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.
Closing date: Friday 14 August 2026
1st Stage (Teams) Interview: Thursday 20 August 2026
2nd Stage (Face to Face at HQ) Interview, with task: PM Thursday 27 August 2026
“Join us in building a more compassionate future for animals, people, and the planet.”
As part of Stage 1 interviews, shortlisted candidates may, for some roles, receive pre‑shared, values‑based interview questions to support a positive candidate experience. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, we’re always happy to support candidates.
About Compassion
Compassion in World Farming International is a leading global organisation working to end factory farming. Founded in 1967 by British farmer Peter Roberts, we’ve spent over 50 years driving change, successfully campaigning to ban cruel practices such as barren battery cages, veal crates, and sow stalls across the UK and Europe.
Our work combines advocacy, campaigning, and collaboration with policymakers and businesses to promote animal welfare and sustainable food systems. We envision a future where animals are treated with compassion, and farming supports both people and the planet. To learn more about our mission, culture, and opportunities, please explore our Candidate Pack, and Careers Page.
To comply with legal requirements in the UK and internationally, all applicants must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the country where the role is based. Compassion in World Farming is absolutely committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We value diversity and live experience and acknowledge the underrepresentation of people from certain backgrounds, both within our organisation and across the sector. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, whether these be of ethnicity, gender, identity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation or other.
Compassion in World Farming International is a leading global organisation working to end factory farming.



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Help shape the future of a globally recognised university as Durham builds towards its bicentenary and an ambitious fundraising campaign.
Location: Durham / Hybrid - At least two days on campus
Applications close: 9 a.m. Monday 24th August 2026
Who we are
Durham University is one of the world's leading universities, combining academic excellence, a distinctive collegiate community and a global network of more than 200,000 alumni and supporters.
As we approach our bicentenary in 2032, philanthropy will help us widen opportunity, support world-leading research, enrich student experience and invest in projects that benefit future generations through an ambitious fundraising campaign. The campaign will build on almost 200 years of achievement and create new opportunities for students, researchers and communities.
The Development and Alumni Relations Office sits at the centre of this work, building lifelong relationships with supporters and securing philanthropic investment.
About the roles
We are recruiting three Senior Development Managers to join our Major Gifts Team. There is one permanent opportunity and two 14-month maternity cover roles. Each postholder will manage a portfolio of alumni and supporters with the potential to make gifts of between £100k and £1m. You will identify, cultivate, solicit and steward donors, working closely with senior leaders, academics and colleagues across the University to develop compelling opportunities for support.
Although the roles share the same core purpose, each has a distinct focus.
- Senior Development Manager
This permanent position is a broad major gifts role working across Durham’s campaign priorities, who will also take a lead on legacies and planned giving, helping to develop this work across the wider team and dealing sensitively with wills, estates and executors where the University is named as a beneficiary.
- Senior Development Manager (Sciences)
This mat cover role will focus on the Faculty of Science, particularly Computer Science, Physics and Mathematical Sciences. It will also include student and graduate enterprise and enrichment activity connected to the Venture Lab.
- Senior Development Manager (Arts and Humanities)
This mat cover role has a varied portfolio that includes the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, Libraries and Special Collections, alongside student enrichment opportunities across sport, theatre and music.
What we are looking for
We are seeking confident, relationship-led fundraisers who can manage a portfolio, build trust with senior stakeholders and move significant opportunities forward. You will bring experience of fundraising, stewardship, business development or another relevant client-facing environment, together with evidence of securing significant support or developing high-value relationships.
Higher education experience would be helpful, but it is not essential. We welcome candidates from charities and other values-led organisations who can demonstrate strong judgement, curiosity, initiative and the ability to communicate a compelling story.
Candidates may apply for one, two or all three roles. Please indicate your preferences in your application.
Please click on the link to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you will find full details of the roles and how to apply.
Applications for these roles close at 9 a.m. Monday 24th August 2026.
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Community Fundraising Assistant – East
Are you ready to take on a new challenge with a leading charity making a real difference in brain tumour research?
Brain Tumour Research is an exciting, innovative, and ambitious charity. We are passionate about finding a cure for brain tumours through the establishment of dedicated Brain Tumour Research Centres of Excellence around the UK.
After a successful 2025, we’re building on our momentum and looking ahead with ambition. As our work continues to expand, so does our impact. We are now looking for passionate people to join us on the next stage of our journey!
It is a fantastic time to be joining us and we are keen to share this with likeminded and talented individuals. We currently have an opening for a Community Fundraising Assistant - East, to join our Income Generation and Development team.
- Do you want to make a difference in one of the most innovative and exciting medical research fundraising charities in the UK?
- Are you able to provide friendly and professional support to fundraisers and supporters?
- Do you have experience in supporting events or community activities?
- Do you live in our East Region (which includes Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire, Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Essex)?
Have you answered Yes to these questions?
Does this sound like the opportunity to really take the next step in your career?
Excited to learn more about this position? Then please take a read through our recruitment pack below.
If you have the skills and ambition that we are looking for we are excited to receive your application. We are really looking forward to welcoming a new member to our team!
We are asking for a CV as the first step but applicants may be asked to provide a targeted covering letter as part of the selection process. Interviews will be conducted during the application window as appropriate, and will consist of a first interview via MS Teams, progressing, if successful to a face to face second interview, held at our offices in Milton Keynes.
We reserve the right to close the application window early and advise candidates to apply in good time to avoid disappointment.
Closing Date: 30th August 2026
We are looking for people who share our passion for finding a cure for brain tumours and who have the skills and experience to make a difference. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages. We believe that diversity enriches our organisation and helps us achieve our mission. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can be themselves and contribute to our vision.
To find a cure for all types of brain tumours To increase the UK investment in brain tumour research
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Thames Valley Air Ambulance
The role: Philanthropy Manager (Major Gifts)
Location: We offer a well‑established hybrid working pattern, with at least two days each week spent at HQ to stay connected and collaborate.
Salary: £38,900 - £43,561
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
About us
Thames Valley Air Ambulance exists to give everybody within our community the best chance of surviving and recovering from an emergency. We are here for you and your loved ones. In Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Oxfordshire. Whoever you are. Wherever and whenever you need us.
What we are looking for:
We are seeking an exceptional major donor fundraising professional to lead and grow our high-value giving programme. This is a senior, strategic, and hands-on role focused on developing meaningful, long-term relationships with high-net-worth individuals and securing transformational income to support our lifesaving work.
At Thames Valley Air Ambulance, we’re committed to giving everyone in our community the best chance when the worst happens. Every day, we’re called to life-threatening emergencies across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Oxfordshire. But we can’t do it without the generosity of our supporters and that’s where you come in.
Your role
As the Philanthropy Manager you will lead our major gifts programme, taking ownership of key initiatives including our Chair’s Circle and Philanthropy Board. Working closely with the Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships, you will shape strategy while personally driving significant income through strong relationships and compelling fundraising proposals
You’ll be responsible for:
- Managing a portfolio of high-net-worth donors and delivering significant income targets
- Personally securing five- and six-figure gifts through tailored cultivation, proposals, and stewardship
- Developing tailored cultivation and stewardship plans aligned to each supporter’s interests and motivations
- Making complex, high-value funding asks, preparing compelling proposals and growing the Chair’s Circle and Philanthropy Board programmes
- Building strong relationships with senior stakeholders, including Trustees and the CEO
- Contributing to strategy, pipeline development, and identifying new funding opportunities
- Identifying new opportunities for restricted and unrestricted funding
- Ensuring compliance with fundraising regulations, GDPR, and internal policies
- Acting as an ambassador for Thames Valley Air Ambulance and ensuring compliance with fundraising best practice
About you
You are an experienced major donor fundraiser with a proven track record of securing five and six figure high-value gifts and managing senior relationships. You are strategic yet hands-on, with excellent communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has proven experience in major donor or high-value fundraising with strong results
- Is confident engaging and influencing high-net-worth individuals and senior stakeholders
- Can balance strategic thinking with delivery of income targets
- Communicates effectively, both written and verbally, including proposal development
- Is proactive, organised, and able to manage competing priorities independently
- Brings a flexible and collaborative approach to work
Why join us?
At Thames Valley Air Ambulance, you’ll be part of a dynamic, compassionate, and forward-thinking organisation. We’re proud of our culture, collaborative, inclusive, and committed to personal development. We care deeply about the wellbeing of our team and offer flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.
If this role sounds like it’s for you, we would love you to apply!
In return we offer a competitive salary and great staff benefits such as.
- 25 Days holiday / 267 Hours Holiday
- Hybrid Working (minimum 2 days in office)
- Holiday Trading
- Free annual Flu Vaccination
- Blue Light Card (Option to purchase)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Company Pension Scheme
- Simply Health – Medical cash back scheme
- Disability Confident Employer
Our values
We live by our values every day:
- We care no matter what – for our patients, their families, and each other.
- We go above and beyond– in the care we provide and the work we do.
- We do the right thing – in how we act and the decisions we make.
- Together we are TVAA – because together, we save lives.
Diversity and inclusion
We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are especially keen to hear from candidates who feel underrepresented in the charity sector.
Safeguarding
We follow robust recruitment and safeguarding practices to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our staff, volunteers, and the people we support. Relevant checks (e.g. DBS) will be carried out where appropriate.
How to apply
To apply, please complete our online application form and tell us why you’re excited about this opportunity and how your experience aligns with the role. You must have the right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer sponsorship.
Vacancy Closing Date: Friday 7th August 2026
This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly
Interviews will be held: w/c 17th August 2026
TVAA is a Disability Confident employer. We are committed to discussing and implementing adjustments to support you during your application process and beyond.
Thames Valley Air Ambulance is the charity that gives everybody in our community the best chance of surviving and
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As Supporter Care Coordinator, you’ll be the first point of contact for people engaging with our three charities: Guy’s & St Thomas’ Charity, Evelina London Children’s Charity, and Guy’s Cancer Charity. You’ll play a key role in delivering excellent service, managing a wide range of enquiries from supporters—whether they’re donating, fundraising, or simply seeking information.
The role requires you to become highly knowledgeable about activities across our three charities, engaging with internal teams and maintaining a positive, helpful presence in all interactions.
You’ll handle supporter enquiries across various communication channels, ensuring timely responses within our service level agreements. From processing donations and managing complaints to maintaining accurate records in the fundraising database (Raiser’s Edge), you’ll help ensure a smooth, efficient experience for every supporter. You’ll also be helping to manage relationships with external suppliers, making sure they deliver on our high standards of supporter care.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys solving problems, values attention to detail, and thrives on building relationships. We’re looking for someone who is up for getting involved with all areas of fundraising with the drive to make things run just that bit smoother. Whether it’s improving how we manage enquiries about our events or making sure donors get a special thank you. This role needs someone who is proactive about providing the best experience for our supporters and can build great relationships with the team to do so.
The Team
The role is within the Individual Giving, Legacies & Supporter Care team. The team is led by a Head of
Individual Giving who manages these vital areas of public fundraising. This role will be managed by the Supporter Care Manager.
Key Relationships
Internal: All fundraising teams, Funding Team, Gift Processing, Fundraising Database, Legal and Compliance, Digital, Marketing and Communications.
External: Fundraisers and donors (the public), Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital trust staff, Agencies operating face to face fundraising, fulfilment agencies, events operations agencies
Key Responsibilities
Supporter Enquiries & Communication
- Act as the first point of contact for supporters via email, telephone, voicemail and post, delivering warm, professional and responsive customer service across all our charity brands.
- Triage and respond to a wide variety of enquiries – from donations and event registrations to complaints and requests – within a 48-hour timeframe, in line with our service level agreements.
- Engage with supporters with empathy and kindness, helping to build long-term relationship and positive experiences.
- Handle sensitive requests such as cancelling or amending regular gifts, updating contact preferences, and allocating donations to specific funds.
- Manage and escalate complaints appropriately, ensuring they are logged accurately in Raiser’s Edge and resolved in line with our policies and timelines.
- Liaise with third-party agencies, particularly face-to-face and door-to-door fundraising partners, to ensure prompt resolution of supporter issues and flag delays or concerns to relevant internal teams.
Donation Processing & Database Management
- Process donations received over the phone, ensuring secure handling and accurate entry into the database.
- Update and maintain supporter records in Raiser’s Edge CRM, recording all communications and actions taken.
- Work closely with the Gift Processing team to ensure timely thanking of donors and that all relevant correspondence is correctly documented.
- Respond to specific donation-related requests, such as Gift Aid updates, tribute gifts, or restricted fund allocations, with care and accuracy
Process Management & Operational Support
- Manage and improve core Supporter Care processes, ensuring team documentation, templates, and workflows are regularly reviewed and kept up to date.
- Use mapping tools like Mural and Visio to visually present processes.
- Lead on the upkeep of supporter communication tools, including templated responses, acknowledgement letters, and postal receipts.
- Maintain operational systems such as the franking machine and oversee supplies of stationery, packaging, and materials used across the team.
- Handle briefing documents from fundraising and funding teams, ensuring necessary updates to processes and supporter care materials are implemented.
Insights, Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Collect both quantitative (e.g. response times, enquiry volumes) and qualitative (e.g. supporter feedback) data to measure Supporter Care performance and help to identify areas for improvement.
- Contribute to quarterly reporting exercises, including complaint analysis and supporter experience metrics.
- Share supporter stories, feedback and ideas with the wider fundraising and supporter experience teams to help shape more meaningful engagement.
Collaboration & Cross-Team Working
- Build strong, effective relationships with internal teams including Gift Processing, Data, Public Fundraising and Funding & Impact to align supporter care practices and ensure a seamless supporter journey.
- Support teams across the organisation by offering advice, collecting requirements for process improvement, and helping them meet supporter response timeframes.
- Provide stewardship support to teams as required, such as posting in Facebook groups, doing thanking calls, writing thank you cards or helping with other new campaigns/appeals.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key external suppliers to ensure supporter care standards are upheld across all third-party touchpoints.
Charity Representation & Team Culture
- Contribute actively and preparedly to team meetings, share insights, support colleagues with ad hoc tasks and cover when needed.
- Participate in our monthly and weekly team meetings, showing a collaborative and enterprising spirit in discussions and looking for opportunities to explore new areas of our work.
- Take ownership of your professional development with support from your manager, and uphold the charity’s values of diversity, equity and inclusion in all aspects of your work.
- Stay up to date with the work of the charity and the hospital Trust, demonstrating genuine interest and commitment.
- Represent the charity in-person at supporter engagement activities, stalls and events held on hospital sites.
- Support major fundraising events such as the London Marathon and the annual Abseil, often outside regular working hours, by engaging with participants and enhancing their supporter experience.
Role responsibilities are not exhaustive, and you would be reasonably expected to take on wider tasks that are commensurate with the level of your role
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Skills, Abilities, and Attributes
- Strong organisational skills, with experience managing a busy workload in a fast-paced environment and effectively balancing multiple priorities throughout the day.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with confidence engaging a wide range of people on the phone, in writing and in person.
- Ability to triage and prioritise a wide variety of enquiries within SLA timeframes (48 hours)
- Excellent Customer service skills with a warm, professional, and responsive manner and an ability to engage with supporters with empathy and kindness, building long-term relationships
- Sensitivity and discretion when handling delicate requests
- Complaint handling and de-escalation skills
- Strong relationship-building skills, both internally (cross-team) and externally (with agencies/suppliers)
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- A positive, inquisitive, proactive and solutions-focused mindset, with a willingness to share learning and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
- Collaborative and adaptable, with a passion for solving problems and working across teams to support shared goals.
- Willingness to support new initiatives and take on new challenges, including occasional out-of-hours support at key events.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Self-motivation and ownership of professional development
Knowledge, Experience, and Qualifications
- Experience in a customer service role within a busy team environment
- Experience managing high volumes of calls and emails
- Understanding of complaints handling procedures and service level agreements
- Experience using a CRM database, ideally Raiser’s Edge or Salesforce
- Experience managing administrative or financial processes securely and accurately
- Experience working with or managing relationships with third-party agencies
- Strong IT proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and a willingness to adapt to new digital systems and tools
- • Experience working cross-functionally with teams
- Experience contributing to reporting and performance metrics
Benefits
- Contributory Pension
- Annual health and wellbeing personal allowance
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and parental leave pay accessible without length of service requirements.
- Health and wellbeing programme that offers optional free yearly health check-ups.
- Support for healthy eating via fruit bowls and onsite lunch facilities.
- Agile working, flexible hours, and supportive IT kit.
- Shower facilities and bike lock area.
- Generous annual leave (27 days + bank holidays)
- Subsidies for glasses
- Employee Assistance Programme
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