Major gifts and grants manager jobs
Age UK is hiring! We're looking for a Partnerships Manager- Trusts to generate income from charitable trusts and foundations to support the work of Age UK. You will develop creative, compelling funding propositions, engage with high value prospects and stakeholders, and produce regular reports for funders. This fantastic opportunity would best suit an individual with successful and proven experience in achieving income targets in a high value trust fundraising role.
We operate a hybrid-working model, a blend of home and office working. This role will include regular days working from our London office (EC3N 2LB) - currently once a week on a Thursday and may involve occasional travel for meetings and cultivation events. Travel costs to the London office are the responsibility of the postholder and are not covered by the charity.
Age UK internal grade 5L
Please note, this role is being offered as a Fixed Term Contract (maternity cover) ending 31st January 2027.
Last date for applications Monday 27th October 2025.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an online interview via Teams on Tuesday 4th November 2025.
Must haves:
The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process:
Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P
Experience
- Successful and proven experience in achieving income targets in a high value Trust fundraising role. A, I
- Demonstrable track record in soliciting and personally asking for major gifts, alone or with high value volunteers and board members. A, I
- Demonstrable experience in appropriate methods of cultivating relationships with Trusts and Foundations. I
Skills and Knowledge
- Strong understanding of principles of charitable Trust and Foundations and good knowledge of the current funding landscape. I
- Excellent analytic, communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills. I, T
- Excellent proposal and copy-writing skills and the ability to write compelling funding propositions and reports for funders. T
- Strong influencing skills to ensure effective outcomes from internal and external communications. I, A
- Planning and organisation skills. I, A
- Demonstrable attention to detail. T, I
- Budget management skills - setting and monitoring of phased income and expenditure. I, A
- Proficient in MS Office and demonstrable ability to use CRM databases. I
Personal attributes
- Empathy and understanding for the issues faced by older people is essential. A, I
- Team player. I
What we offer in return
- Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
- Wellbeing days - 2 paid days per year (pro rata for our part-time colleagues)
- Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan and EAP
- Car Benefit scheme, Cycle to Work scheme
- Home & Tech - apply to buy any Home & Tech items from 'Currys' & 'IKEA', up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free.
- Blue Light Card scheme
- You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.
Additional Information
Supporting statements and anonymisation
Candidates are expected to provide a supporting statement that explains how they meet the competencies annotated with an 'A' in the job description, to assess suitability for the position. Age UK acknowledges and accepts that AI may be used to support the application; we do expect candidates to personalise experience, knowledge and skills and failure to do so, may result in your application being rejected.
Please submit a Word version of your CV as it will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role. Our system is unable to anonymise supporting statements and heavily formatted CVs. Please could you remove any personal information including your name before you upload to support our inclusive recruitment process. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us if invited for interview.
Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme
Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. Age UK is a Disability Confident Scheme employer. Due to high numbers of applications received, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.
Reasonable adjustments
Disabled job seekers can access reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for reasonable adjustments are considered on a case-by-case basis, in collaboration with the disabled job seeker to best meet their needs, by contacting the Recruitment Team. Disability disclosures will be kept confidential and only shared on a need-to-know basis to support the implementation of adjustments. Disclosures will not be used to inform hiring decisions.
Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.
Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
For a full list of benefits please visit our website.
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The Head of Fundraising will lead all fundraising activities, overseeing the full spectrum of income generation to support our mission of empowering young people through football and education. This is an extremely exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to lead on fundraising for an organisation which has barely scratched the surface of the fundraising landscape. There is autonomy over the direction of travel with a lot of support from the CEO on ideas and future programmes.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
· Strategic Fundraising Leadership
o Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy to grow income across all streams, aligning with the Foundation’s goals.
o Set long-term targets for income growth, monitoring progress and adapting strategies to capitalise on emerging opportunities.
o Act as a key ambassador, representing the Foundation at senior-level meetings with funders and corporate leaders to secure support.
· Trusts, Foundations, and Statutory Funding
o Lead on securing multi-year grants from major trusts, foundations, and statutory bodies, producing compelling applications and stewardship reports.
o Manage a portfolio of high-value trust relationships, cultivating new leads and ensuring personalised engagement to maximise funding.
o Oversee statutory funding bids, including government departments and local authorities, to support programme.
· Philanthropy, Major Donors, and Individual Giving
o Build and steward a portfolio of major donors and philanthropists, networking to identify prospects and delivering tailored proposals to secure gifts.
o Develop individual giving campaigns, including digital appeals and supporter journeys, to grow recurring donations and engage a broader donor base.
o Foster long-term relationships through personalised stewardship, ensuring high levels of donor satisfaction and retention.
· Corporate Partnerships and Brand Collaborations
o Secure corporate partnerships for sponsorships, employee volunteering, and content production, leveraging the Foundation’s football focus to attract partners.
o Collaborate with the marketing team to align corporate engagement with brand visibility and impact storytelling.
o Negotiate and manage partnerships that provide financial support, in-kind contributions, or co-branded initiatives to enhance programme delivery.
· Events and Community Fundraising
o Plan and oversee fundraising events, such as corporate football tournaments, charity matches, and supporter evenings, to raise funds and build engagement.
o Manage event logistics, budgets, and partnerships to ensure successful delivery and measurable ROI.
· Digital Fundraising and Innovation
o Support digital fundraising strategies, including online campaigns, social media appeals, and email marketing to grow donor acquisition and retention.
o Champion the use of AI and new technologies to optimise fundraising processes, such as personalised donor communications and data analysis.
o Ensure robust data management in CRM systems to track donor interactions, compliance with GDPR, and fundraising performance.
· Team Management and Cross-Team Collaboration
o Work with programme delivery, marketing, and operations teams to create compelling propositions and gather impact data for fundraising materials.
o Ensure all fundraising complies with legal, ethical, and governance standards, mitigating risks and upholding transparency.
· Safeguarding
o Ensure all fundraising activities, events, and donor engagements comply with the Foundation’s safeguarding policies, including DBS checks and risk assessments.
Person Specification
· Essential Skills and Experience:
o Proven track record of securing significant funding across multiple streams, such as trusts, statutory bodies, philanthropy, corporates, and events.
o Experience leading a fundraising team, with strong people management and mentoring skills.
o Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce compelling proposals, reports, and pitches tailored to diverse audiences.
o Strategic thinker with demonstrated success in developing and implementing fundraising strategies to achieve income growth.
o Strong networking and relationship-building abilities.
o Knowledge of fundraising regulations, governance, and compliance, including GDPR and ethical standards.
o Proficiency in CRM systems, data analysis, and digital fundraising tools.
o Passion for the Kinetic Foundation’s mission, with an understanding of challenges faced by disadvantaged young people in London.
o Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.
· Desirable Skills and Experience:
o Experience in sport-for-good or youth-focused charities, particularly with football-based programmes.
o Knowledge of AI and digital innovations in fundraising.
o Track record of managing high-profile events or brand partnerships.
o Familiarity with London’s philanthropic and corporate landscape.
· Personal Attributes:
o Ambitious and proactive, with a growth mindset and commitment to continuous learning.
o Collaborative and supportive, able to inspire teams and build positive relationships.
o Resilient and calm under pressure, with strong organisational skills to manage multiple priorities.
o Ethical and transparent, with a focus on delivering measurable impact.
We use football to engage and inspire young people, so that they are empowered to complete post-16 education and achieve their full potential.
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Would you like to work in a forward-looking, agile, innovative, faith-based charity? One where you can bring your current skills and experience and develop your career through our global training partner.
From its humble beginnings, ICC has become a trusted advocate and innovative leader in providing compassionate care for children with disabilities. For over 30 years, thousands of vulnerable children’s lives have been transformed by the essential services we provide.
Within China’s ever-changing social landscape, ICC’s nurturing care is modelling a new standard of support and empowerment for children with disabilities. Our dedicated team of therapists, special educators, social workers, vocational trainers and medical staff work tirelessly to help children live with hope, dignity and opportunity.
Main purpose of the role
As our Fundraising Manager, you will be responsible for the development and delivery of our fundraising strategy, working closely with the Executive Director, the Finance Team, the Insight Fundraising Officer and the Trust and Foundations consultants. The Fundraising Manager will develop existing income streams and strengthen stakeholder and supporter engagement. As Fundraising Manager, you’ll work closely with other global team members to review and implement our fundraising strategy in line with our strategic goals.
Main Responsibilities:
- Play a leading role in the development and delivery of ICC’s fundraising strategy and the success of direct marketing, telemarketing and online campaigns to generate cash, regular giving and Gift Aid.
- Plan, research and implement all aspects of direct marketing aimed at acquiring and retaining new and existing supporters.
- Establish a robust donor stewardship strategy, building strong relationships with existing and potential donors and increasing donor retention and engagement
- Lead on the cultivation and stewardship of partnerships with churches.
- To manage the direction and relationship with our Trust and Foundation consultants by collaborating in the research, writing and submitting targeted Trust applications and report on grants awarded.
- Work with the team to support the legacy giving strategy, to maximise long-term income.
- To have oversight of the in-house CRM database (Microsoft D365). Work with the team to develop competency in the effective use of our CRM database as part of our donor stewardship and reporting structure.
- To assist and promote ICCs presence at fundraising and other events.
- Manage the ongoing development and implementation of a regular giving strategy and donor care to reduce attrition rates.
- Regularly monitor and evaluate direct marketing campaigns, Trust fundraising, recurring giving and legacy fundraising, provide results and feed the learning back into the organisation.
- To keep abreast of key issues and best practices within the direct marketing/fundraising sector.
- Ensure fundraising practices comply with GDPR, the Data Protection Act and the Code of Fundraising Practice.
- Undertake additional duties as requested.
- Line manage the Insight Fundraising Officer and lead our Trusts and Foundations partner.
Fundraising Campaigns and Events
- Plan, coordinate, and manage our annual fundraising event.
- Support the Executive Director on other events.
- Project manage our newsletter and appeal campaigns.
Safeguarding Statement
International China Concern is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults in all our programmes and operations. We expect all staff, volunteers, and partners to uphold this commitment and adhere to our safeguarding policies and procedures.
All staff play a critical role in ensuring that safeguarding is embedded within the organisation. This includes promoting a culture of safety, ensuring child protection risks are identified and mitigated, and supporting staff and partners to uphold safeguarding standards.
Pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with safer recruitment practices, including criminal record checks, reference verification, and assessment of suitability to work with children. The successful candidate will be required to complete safeguarding training and demonstrate a strong understanding of child protection principles, particularly in international and cross-cultural contexts.
We operate a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and exploitation. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility, and we are committed to continuous learning and improvement to ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child we serve.
We together are:
Filled with FAITH, Moved with a heart of COMPASSION, Connected by a Spirit of COLLABORATION, Leading through INNOVATION, Serving with PROFESSIONALISM
Our preference is for a full-time candidate working remotely. However, we are willing to consider applications from exceptional candidates who would only be interested in working part-time or as part of a job share.
For the full person spec and job description, please refer to the attachment below.
Our Mission is to ensure every child with a disability in China is embraced by love, fueled by hope, and empowered with life-changing opportunities.


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Vice-Chancellor’s Office
Development, Alumni and Campaigns Office
Development Manager
Ref: ALC1611
Starting salary from £38,784 per annum, dependent on skills and experience, with an annual increment up to £46,049 per annum.
This is an exciting time to join our fundraising team in the Development, Alumni and Campaigns Office. Our £100m fundraising campaign, Dare to Do Different, is underway and we wish to appoint an individual who shares in our passion for philanthropy.
You will be joining a dedicated and enthusiastic fundraising team where you will be personally responsible for managing a portfolio of individual relationships. You will cultivate, solicit and manage a portfolio of major donor prospects (this includes holding regular face-to-face meetings) to secure significant donations towards our themes of Climate, Health, Creative and Campus.
Degree-educated or with equivalent qualifications/experience, you must have excellent communication skills and a proven track record in fundraising or relationship management.
This full-time post is available on an indefinite basis.
UEA offers a variety of flexible working options and although this role is advertised on a full-time basis, we encourage applications from individuals who would prefer a flexible working pattern including annualised hours, compressed working hours, part time, job share, term-time only and/or hybrid working. Details of preferred hours should be stated in the personal statement and will be discussed further at interview.
We strongly encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply, including candidates who are disabled, Black, Asian or from an ethnic minority, and/or LGBTQ+. We welcome applications from all protected groups as defined by the Equality Act 2010. Appointment will be made on merit.
Further information on our great benefits package, including 44 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and additional University Customary days (pro rata for part-time), can be found on our benefits page.
Closing date: 22 October 2025
The University holds an Athena Swan Silver Institutional Award in recognition of our advancement towards gender equality.
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Part-Time Senior Fundraising Manager
Check our Flour, Salt, and Time Video; Stories; Participatory Action Research and Environmental Impact Report 2025 and Our Work and Theory of Change on our website
Job title: Part-Time Senior Fundraising Manager - London & Brighton
Reporting to: Managing Director
Remuneration: £40,000 (Pro-rata, part-time, 0.4FTE)
Location: Both Face to Face and Remote, London-based with occasional travel. Coworking office Space in Brixton.
Days and Hours: 0.4FTE, 2 days a week (15 hours/week), Flexible hours, availability to work from the office on Wednesdays, when the core team and young people work at our coworking space in Brixton. Ideally, the working pattern would be Wednesdays and Fridays.
Duration: Permanent contract.
Start: Nov 2025 / Apply ASAP as we interview and recruit as applications come, no more applications will be taken after 31st Aug 2025
Wellbeing Pack: Employees have access to enhanced Holidays, Flexible Working, Coaching Sessions and Monthly Wellbeing Expenses. Check our Wellbeing Pack.
About Breadwinners
Breadwinners is a multi-award-winning social enterprise and charity that supports young people seeking asylum and refugees to have their first work experience in the UK, selling organic baked goods. Since 2016, we have steadily grown, and we are looking for our first Senior Fundraising Manager to help us take the next step in our growth journey. Breadwinner's unique model provides work, training and personal mentors, so that young refugees can start and progress in their careers, using our platform as a stepping stone. We achieve this goal through three consecutive programmes, using our award-winning bread stalls in markets across London and Brighton and wholesale for socially-minded cafes and restaurants.
Over the last 7 years, we have made a significant impact in supporting over 744+ programme participants, with an impressive 93% reporting notable improvements in their overall well-being, 76% of our Breadwinners programme participants progress into work, further education or volunteering, and all this while minimising our Carbon Footprint by 20.5% through the sale of organic goods. This year, we are planning to double our impact with young refugees, with recently secured funding, new markets, and a focus on our wholesale model.
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Risers programme: A two-month early intervention programme designed to provide structured work experience, training, and mentorship to newly arrived young people seeking asylum through our 18 stalls.
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Breadwinners programme: The follow-up programme for refugees with the right to work, which involves working as a market stall manager for six months and earning the UK living wage.
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Proofers programme: A progression programme that entails working remotely as part-time online sales representatives for six months, managing our wholesale delivery model.
We’re looking for someone passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young refugees and people seeking asylum. The ideal candidate will bring a mix of strategic thinking, hands-on fundraising experience, excellent communication skills and a strong sense of purpose. You will be working directly with the Managing Director, forming a team with a part-time Fundraising Manager, in direct contact with our passionate Core team, Board of Trustees and volunteers to secure grant funding, and develop our corporate and major donors streams. You will help to drive the growth of Breadwinners and enable the team to deliver a bigger positive impact for young refugees new to the UK.
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Please apply as soon as possible by submitting your cover letter and CV. Please use “BW - Part-Time Senior Fundraising Manager” as the email subject. We will arrange interviews for great applications as they come in. No more applications will be taken after the 24th of October 2025.
We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage applications from those with lived experience of migration, and from diverse applicants regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital/civil partnership status, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy/maternity leave status.
We welcome informal chats about the role - please contact Martin Cosarinsky Campos.
Ideal candidates attributes
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A deep commitment to supporting refugees and young people seeking asylum.
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A proven track record of securing multi-year, six-figure grants from trusts and foundations.
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Experience delivering successful income strategies from corporate partners and major donors.
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Significant experience working in a fundraising or sales role within a charity or social enterprise, including writing funding proposals and stewardship reports.
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Familiarity with Salesforce or similar CRM systems for managing donor relationships.
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Strong financial acumen, with experience in budgeting, financial planning, and setting income targets.
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Excellent communication and relationship-building skills – confident in setting agendas, leading strategic conversations, and developing long-term partnerships.
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Experience in demonstrating impact in communications to donors and working with operational teams to design impactful programmes.
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A proactive, self-starting attitude with the motivation and willingness to upskill where needed to support a small and ambitious organisation.
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Proven experience in line managing a team, demonstrating strong leadership, clear communication, and the ability to support staff development and performance.
Responsibilities
Fundraising from Trusts and Foundations
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Identify and research new funding opportunities to build and maintain a strong pipeline of prospects.
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Write and develop compelling funding proposals for both new and existing trust and foundation partners.
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Lead on securing six-figure grants for the forthcoming year, working closely with a part-time Fundraising Manager and the Managing Director.
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Collaborate with the Programmes team to create engaging donor reports and impactful communications that reflect the voices of young refugees and our wider community.
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Prepare clear, strategic briefings for senior colleagues ahead of meetings with funders and key stakeholders.
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Produce detailed and accurate impact and financial reports for the Board and funders, ensuring transparency and accountability.
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Understand trends in the fundraising landscape and flag both opportunities and risks.
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Use Salesforce to manage the fundraising pipeline.
Developing the Corporate and Major Donors Stream
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Help shape and grow Breadwinners’ Corporate and Major Donor fundraising streams.
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Independently manage a portfolio of corporate partners and major donors, ensuring exceptional stewardship, five-figure gifts and year-on-year growth..
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Proactively cultivate a pipeline of new corporate and high-net-worth individuals, using creative approaches to connect them with Breadwinners’ mission.
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Support the successful delivery of corporate partnerships, including employee engagement, staff fundraising, and volunteering initiatives.
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Build and maintain strong, meaningful relationships with external stakeholders, including funders, donors, and volunteers.
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Foster a culture of excellent relationship management and donor care across the organisation.
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Use Salesforce to manage relationships.
Finance
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Help the Managing Director keep a healthy level of restricted and unrestricted funds.
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Help track progress against income targets and report on performance regularly to the fundraising team.
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Work with the Managing Director and Operations Teams to develop budgets for funding proposals, ensuring all organisational costs are covered.
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Contribute to the management of budgets and assist in preparing forecasts and annual plans.
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Flag risks or opportunities that may affect income generation for the Managing Director.
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Use Xero to manage Profit and Loss at the organisation and funding level.
Team Support and Collaboration
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Direct line management of a part-time Fundraising Manager, providing guidance, support, and oversight to help achieve fundraising goals.
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Play a proactive role in facilitating a positive, collaborative and high-performing fundraising team culture.
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Participate in programmes, training, participant graduations and delivery to fully support and experience Breadwinners Theory of change and the impact it plays on young refugees.
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Leverage the experiences of young programme participants sensitively to help steer the fundraising strategy.
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Work with the Managing Director and Board of Trustees to ensure fundraising plans align with organisational needs and priorities.
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Carry out additional fundraising and administrative tasks as needed to help the MD and team.
We support young refugees well-being by providing them with work, training and mentoring.





The Royal Ballet and Opera continues to lead the way in opera, ballet, music and dance both live on stage and through multiple digital platforms, from live streaming to worldwide cinema screenings. Our Covent Garden theatre has been at the heart of London and British cultural life for three centuries. We are home to two world-class Companies: The Royal Ballet and The Royal Opera.
As a charity we could not plan for our next programme of artistic work, or our community and outreach projects, without the support of our philanthropists and members. As an organisation we are committed to ensuring that all philanthropists and members enjoy a rewarding relationship with our organisation.
The Development and Advocacy Department are looking to appoint an experienced Philanthropy Manager to join our Philanthropy team on a permanent basis. Reporting to one of the Senior Philanthropy Managers, in this role you will manage a number of philanthropic relationships and make a significant contribution to the team through developing new initiatives and growing the portfolio.
The ideal candidate profile for this post will be a team player, with the following credentials:
- An established track record in philanthropy or fundraising for major organisations
- Demonstrated success in managing a portfolio of high value relationships with experience of personally securing significant gifts
- Ability to think strategically to devise relevant engagement and cultivation plans and identify opportunities for approaches to prospects
- A balance of experience and innovation to be able to develop new ideas and launch new initiatives successfully
- Credibility as an ambassador in the area of philanthropy, able to work effectively at senior levels and liaise with high-net-worth individuals
- Strong project management skills, with demonstrable experience of solving complex problems, drawing on given resources and collaborative working
A working knowledge of our repertoire is not a pre-requisite for this role but the ability to upskill quickly in our art forms in order to confidently speak to prospective donors is essential.
The Royal Ballet and Opera is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive. We particularly welcome applications from those who are from a global majority background and/or those who are disabled, as they are under-represented within our organisation. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential minimum criteria for our vacancies.
Closing date for applications: 8am, Friday 24th October 2025.
First stage interviews will be online via MS Teams with second stage in person interviews at the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden.
Applicants must have work authorisation for the UK. No agencies.
Our Covent Garden theatre has been at the heart of London and British cultural life for three centuries. We are home to two world-class Companies.




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ABOUT US
The WHO Foundation (WHOF), launched in May 2020 and headquartered in Geneva, was created as an independent Swiss foundation affiliated with but independent of WHO. Its mission is to mobilize greater private capital and partnership to advance the mission of the World Health Organization (WHO), enabling catalytic impact on the people whose lives rely on WHO’s work and facilitating innovation to maximise the impact of the resources we invest.
WHO plays a singular role in leading the global health ecosystem, acting as a first-responder to health crises — including the current conflict in Ukraine and on behalf of the 15+ million people in urgent need of aid in Horn of Africa; producing technical guidelines and tools to prevent and treat disease; and acting as a country-level convener with an unparalleled level of trust. The crises of the 21st century, including COVID-19, have made clear both the inequity of access to effective and affordable healthcare and the indispensable role of WHO. Yet WHO lacks sufficient resources to fulfil its mandate. And, beyond funding, its vision cannot be achieved by the public sector alone.
The WHO Foundation was therefore created as an independent Swiss foundation affiliated with but independent of WHO to marshal new resources from philanthropists, foundations, businesses, and individuals to support its mission: promote health, keep the world safe, and serve the vulnerable, while protecting the neutrality and independence of WHO as the world’s leading health authority. WHOF is a nexus for unique opportunities in global health, facilitating game-changing opportunities between the private sector and WHO. Our focus is on mobilizing grant income, shared value partnerships, and investment to power WHO’s work.
PURPOSE
The Principal Gifts Manager is a vital member of the Development team at the WHO Foundation, responsible for advancing strategic fundraising and engagement goals. The role will appeal to a talented principal gifts fundraiser motivated by the opportunity to make a transformative impact on the Foundation’s fundraising at a pivotal moment in its history.
By cultivating relationships with individuals, trusts, and corporations, this role will secure $3M+ funding from a diverse and growing community of supporters. The Principal Gifts Manager will connect these stakeholders to our mission through a blend of face-to-face meetings, events, tailored proposals, and compelling presentations. This role may also serve as a multi-market specialist, managing select portfolios.
REPORTS TO
The Principal Gifts Manager will report to the Director of Development US for the WHO Foundation.
ACCOUNTABILITIES & FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Fundraising and portfolio management:
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Increase philanthropic gifts to WHOF and build a sustainable pipeline of prospects and fundraising income.
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Manage a portfolio of 30-40 prospective donors and deliver multiple gifts at the $3 million + level.
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Meet or exceed targets, including dollars raised, asks made, meetings secured, and gift closure rates.
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Develop strategies for multi-year transformational funding etc to : Develop strategies for multi-year transformational funding, working collaboratively with the Development Team to expand UHNW networks and corporate partners. Build plans to engage family offices, donor-advised funds, wealth advisors, and family foundations at the principal gift level.
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Efficiently use the CRM to track and report activity, support campaign data, and provide management information for senior leadership.
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Cultivate deep and meaningful principal gift relationships with prospects and donors.
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Develop strong working relationships with WHO and WHOF ’s staff and senior volunteers.
Relationship management:
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Design and execute effective cultivation/ solicitation strategies with potential donors that inspire major gifts to match fundraising priorities.
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Initiate and grow a personal network of senior influencers and connectors to strengthen and expand the principal gifts pipeline..
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Build mutually beneficial relationships with WHOF and WHO colleagues, particularly in relation to [around] fundraising projects, and align programmes of activity where appropriate.
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Create shared opportunities that support and advance the Foundation's fundraising priorities: replace: Identify and leverage shared opportunities that advance the Foundation’s fundraising priorities.
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Translate complex ideas into compelling messages tailored to supporters..
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Work with leadership and fundraisers from across the Foundation to identify potential funding priorities of interest to principal gift donors and prospects.
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Where assigned, lead on a geographical focus region’s overall engagement strategy, leveraging existing and planned foundation-wide activity to increase regional engagement, whilst collaborating with stakeholders, advocates and ambassadors to further identify new philanthropic funding opportunities
Collaboration:
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Work in partnership with the Finance team, Legal, Communications and wider WHOF teams to ensure gifts are processed in line with donor wishes and financial regulations
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Work with senior stakeholders to secure transformational gifts.
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Ensure the highest standards of donor care through effective stewardship, timely reporting, gift acknowledgment and continued engagement.
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Demonstrate tact, discretion and resourcefulness in all areas of performance.
Job requirements
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A minimum of 10+ years to attract senior-level US fundraisers. of experience in fundraising
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Significant experience of managing principal gift portfolios and closing 7- and 8-figure gifts
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Proficient in building relationships and negotiating with UHNW and HNWI donors
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Demonstrable experience of working to and achieving challenging financial targets
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Demonstrable experience of designing and executing successful fundraising strategies
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Excellent knowledge of best practice in philanthropic fundraising applied successfully in international development, higher education, health, or nonprofit sectors
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Strong experience in health partnership with health emergencies and corporate partners is also welcome
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Thorough knowledge of IT systems, database management and Salesforce.
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Experience working in an international organization and/or in international development within a complex stakeholder environment
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Knowledge of US philanthropic networks and organizations
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Self motivated, target driven and aptitude to work with flexibility and autonomy both individually and as part of a multi-stakeholder team
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Comfort with and/or experience of operating in a lean, start-up and remote environment
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Excellent attention to detail and applied successfully in international development, higher education, health, or nonprofit sectors
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Ability to juggle and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
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Experience of applied successfully in international development, higher education, health, or nonprofit sectors
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Fluency in English (excellent writing skills)
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Politically astute with a tactful and diplomatic communication style
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Proficient at developing relationships and influencing and negotiating at a senior management and board level, internally and externally
WHAT WE OFFER
Rewarding work in a dynamic non-profit environment
A collaborative workplace within a multicultural team
An agile and flexible environment
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Type of contract: Permanent contract
Location: Based on the East Coast, remote working
Working rate: 100%
Estimated start date: Asap
Application deadline: 20.10.2025
This is a rolling process; applications will be revised as they arrive. Final deadline for application is 20.10.2025
The WHO Foundation puts equity at the center of all its work and is committed to building, fostering, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Employment and advancement opportunities are based upon individual qualifications, regardless of gender, color, gender identity, ethnicity, disability, nationality, cultural & religious background, beliefs, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, and marital status. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
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Are you an imaginative and inspirational team player with a passion for engaging and effective fundraising and an interest in the arts? As Development Manager for Perth Theatre and Concert Hall you will take the lead role in developing and implementing our fundraising strategy and growing our charitable income across Trusts & Foundations, Individual Giving and Corporate Sponsorship.
A natural people person and confident communicator you will build relationships with key funding partners and donors to identify the most impactful fundraising opportunities and maximise returns.
You will collaborate with departments across the organisation to understand their fundraising needs crafting creative and compelling propositions that support our vision: ensuring everyone in our communities experiences the transformational power of the performing arts.
Working closely with the Leadership Team, with responsibility for two Development Officers, you will:
Fundraising Management and Development
- Review the fundraising strategy to achieve the agreed annual fundraising targets;
- Act as a lead ambassador for fundraising across the organisation;
- Engage key funding partners and donors to build long-term relationships;
- Identify/manage fundraising campaigns, creating impactful storytelling for supporter engagement;
- Lead high-value fundraising bids nurturing relationships to ensure the best outcomes.
Individual Giving
- Develop and manage the individual giving schemes and major donor fundraising in support of cultural programmes;
- Implement a legacy giving scheme, working across departments to create support material and identify communication channels;
- Collaborate with the Director and Board to build a major donor pipeline;
- Grow the donor base and average gift size through communications, events, and stewardship;
- Liaise with the Development Officer, Marketing and Box Office, Director and Programming team, and Learning & Engagement to effectively promote and manage individual giving and supporters;
- Maximise Gift Aid income and promote tax-effective giving.
Trusts & Foundations
- Develop and manage PTCH’s Trusts & Foundations pipeline for cultural programming and Learning & Engagement projects;
- Research/identify a wide range of income sources to increase the number of funders and grant size;
- Oversee the database, maintaining accurate records to plan and prioritise funding applications;
- Work with the Director, Programming,Head of Learning & Engagement and others to devise high-quality applications and cases for support;
- Oversee the preparation of timely, accurate funder reports in collaboration with relevant teams;
- Nurture relationships with Trusts & Foundations contacts.
Corporate Sponsorship
- Review the sponsorship offering and create a pitch pack for prospective partners;
- Proactively seek company partnerships and increase sponsor numbers and fees;
- Collaborate across departments to identify projects with sponsorship potential.
Person Specification
- Experience in the charity sector, ideally in an arts or cultural environment;
- Team player;
- Outstanding communicator and persuasive storyteller;
- Enthousiastic about new fundraising opportunities and sector trends.
Essential:
- Experience in developing and delivering a fundraising strategy for a similar-sized organisation;
- Proven track record of raising at least £250,000 annually through Trusts & Foundations and individual giving;
- Thorough understanding of the arts fundraising landscape;
- Excellent interpersonal, organisational and budget management skills, with the ability to motivate others and deliver against deadlines/targets;
- Experience in developing relationships with partners, major donors and individual supporters;
- Proficiency in accurate fundraising income forecasting ROI assessment.
Please see the attached Recruitment Pack for further information.
The full recruitment pack is also available on our website in the Work With Us section.
Our mission is to use the performing arts to inspire, explore, connect, and educate, as sustainably as possible.




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This is an exciting time for Parkinson’s UK, we want to reach as many people as possible so we can improve life for everyone affected by Parkinson’s. We are looking for people to join our network, make genuine connections, and be part of a larger team that works together to support the Parkinson’s community.
About the role
In this role, you’ll work within the Major Gifts and Special events department to design and implement an effective strategy to maximise income from high value audiences (£10k+) in Scotland.
Encompassing trusts and foundations, statutory funders and major donors, you will build strong working relationships with internal and external contacts to grow both our reach and income to deliver for the Parkinson’s community.
By creating, managing and developing strong relationships between Parkinson’s UK and prospective funders and donors, you’ll secure income for specific projects and programmes to deliver our organisational strategy within Scotland.
What you’ll do:
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Drive and implement a strategy to maximise income from an agreed portfolio of high value funders and prospects with a Scottish interest.
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Personally create, manage and develop relationships with new and existing trust and statutory donors and philanthropy donors leading to increased and sustained financial support.
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Further develop a major donor pipeline - identifying connections, qualifying individual prospects and securing philanthropic donations.
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Create, manage and develop relationships with statutory funding bodies to secure income for agreed priority projects in Scotland.
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Work with stakeholders to understand future priorities, identify funding opportunities and work collaboratively to build and present multi year funding proposals.
What you’ll bring:
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Experience of personally securing gifts from high value funders (5 and 6 figures)
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Experience of cultivating relationships and making successful asks in a variety of ways, such as in writing, by email and face-to face
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Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with a wide range of people and establish credibility with both donors and colleagues
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Experience of personally securing gifts from statutory and lottery funding sources or stewarding major grants/tenders
This is an exciting time for Parkinson’s UK and we would love you to join us!
Please apply by sending us your CV, together with a detailed supporting statement which will fully demonstrate how you meet all the criteria of the role, as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the job description.
Please note, in order for an application to be considered, the applicant must live in Scotland in order to meet the role requirements.
Interviews for this role will be held from 6 November. First round interviews will be held online via googlemeet. Second round interviews will take place in person in Scotland.
Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.
We exist to make every day better, for everybody living with Parkinson’s. Right now.

Prospectus are excited to be working with our client to help them recruit for a part-time Partnerships Manager to join their team. The society is the professional membership body and learned society for the study and application of economics. The society has been at the forefront of advancing economic knowledge globally since 1890 and has been foundational in building capability and excellence in the profession. With over 3,000 individual members worldwide and a dozen organizational members, they are one of the oldest economic associations in the world.
The role is offered on a flexible part-time permanent basis (0.6 FTE) with a salary between £41,500 to £44,500 per annum pro rata with a flexible hybrid working model between home and their London office.
The Partnerships Manager will play a central role in helping the the society achieve its strategic goals by developing, managing and sustaining partnerships to deliver external funding. They will manage existing relationships, identify opportunities, lead bid writing, develop compelling funding proposals, and build relationships with funders, partners, and philanthropic donors. They will work closely with colleagues to identify priority initiatives that require external funding to proceed and maintain a clear pipeline of funding needs across the organisation.
They are looking for someone with a demonstrable track record of securing new income and business in terms of five & six figure grants and gifts from a variety of funders, including trusts and foundations, research councils, corporates, or major donors. They are looking for a candidate with demonstrable experience in pipeline management and writing high-quality applications. The ideal candidate will understand impact and outcomes-based funding models (e.g. theory of change), and how to align funding opportunities with organisational priorities.
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact Firas El Dib at Prospectus.
If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.
In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
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42 London – Central London (hybrid)
At 42 London, we believe talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not. As part of the global 42 Network, we are a free, peer-to-peer coding school open 24/7, preparing diverse learners for real-world tech careers. We are looking for a transformative fundraiser who views capital not as an end in itself, but as a means to unlock life-changing opportunities.
The role
You will convert our ambitious mission into sustained, major support—building a high-value portfolio across principal gifts, corporate partnerships, and strategic grants. You’ll open doors at the highest levels, craft compelling cases for support, and secure multi-year commitments that scale our impact.
You will:
- Lead a focused strategy for principal gifts, family offices, and major donors; build a pipeline of prospects and cultivate long-term relationships.
- Secure corporate partnerships and sponsorships (including naming and multi-year programmes) with FTSE-level and global brands.
- Orchestrate high-impact cultivation events in London and leverage the wider 42 Network to engage new supporters.
- Produce best-in-class proposals, stewardship, and impact reporting.
- Ensure full compliance with UK fundraising regulation, charity law, Gift Aid, and GDPR.
- Deliver against stretching income and multi-year commitment goals with clear, consistent reporting to leadership.
What you’ll bring
We are seeking an individual who combines proven fundraising expertise with a deep personal passion for educational opportunities.
- A strong record of closing significant gifts/partnerships and growing them into sustained, multi-year support.
- Exceptional relationship-building skills with senior stakeholders (C-suite, trustees, HNW/UHNW circles, family offices, and foundations).
- Outstanding written and verbal communication; credible and compelling with sophisticated audiences.
- Commercial acumen: confident with pipelines, forecasting, and board-level reporting.
- A collaborative, mission-driven mindset and the resilience to thrive in a small, ambitious team.
Why 42 London
- Shape and lead our high-value fundraising agenda at a pivotal moment for growth.
- Join a pioneering education model within a global movement.
- Competitive salary, hybrid working (1 day remote), and strong commitment to professional development.
How to apply
Please send us your CV and a cover letter (max 2 pages) explaining:
- Why our mission matters to you; and
- How your fundraising has delivered significant, sustained impact.
42 London is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Our Mission
Resurgo’s mission is to inspire and equip organisations to bring about ambitious and sustainable social change. We use our expertise in coaching and impact management to equip and empower businesses, churches, and individuals.
About the Team
The Philanthropy team is a close-knit team of seven who work with High Net-Worth individuals, Trusts and Foundations, and Individual donors, raising over 60% of Resurgo’s income (currently around £2.2million). They each play a key role in building and stewarding partnerships to secure income that will sustain the Spear Programme. They work individually as well as collaboratively, to ambitiously reach their target and have fun whilst doing it!
Who You Are
Do you have a flair for crafting compelling narratives that inspire action and unlock vital funding? Join our successful and vibrant Philanthropy team and play your part in enabling sustainable and ambitious growth.
This is an exciting opportunity to take our Trust programme to the next level. You will lead on further developing this key income stream, building relationships with existing funders and identifying and pursuing new funding opportunities.
If you are a relational person with excellent communication skills, are driven and looking for a role where you can really make a difference in the lives of young people, you could be the right person for this role.
The important stuff
Salary: from £40,000
Contract: Full-Time or Part-Time considered, Permanent
Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm with occasional evening work for events such as our Spear Celebrations
Location: Hammersmith, London
Closing date: Tuesday 28th October (We interview on a rolling basis and might close the application early if we find the right candidate)
Interviews: First interviews will be held online on Wednesday 5th November. Final in-person interviews will be held on Wednesday 12th November
Application pack: Have a look at our application pack for more information about the role and Resurgo
Benefits
- 28 days annual leave (including Christmas Gift Days) plus bank holidays
- Excellent benefits including Health Insurance, access to Cycle to Work scheme, and enhanced parental leave, dependants leave, and sick leave policies with income protection
- Excellent personal development and training opportunities, including our iLM-accredited 5-day Coaching for Leadership programme (worth £3,000)
- Regular staff prayer meetings, conferences and retreats (one residential)
Person Specification
- A practising Christian who is passionate about personally representing the Christian values of Resurgo and committed to Resurgo’s mission to inspire and equip organisations to bring about ambitious and sustainable social change.
- Excellent relationship building and proposal writing skills. Experience in Trust fundraising or an equivalent field is desirable but not essential.
- Excellent people skills, able to relate well to colleagues of all seniority levels as well as external stakeholders.
- Well organised and efficient; calm under pressure; able to juggle competing deadlines and priorities, splitting time across multiple projects.
- Confident with numbers and interpreting project budgets. Some knowledge of Trust fundraising is desirable.
- A desire to grow and develop, able to receive and give feedback confidently as well as share their ideas with the team.
Key Responsibilities
Relationship Management
- Provide tailored, high-quality stewardship to a range of large and medium-sized Trusts & Foundations.
- Identify and pursue new funding opportunities and build relationships with new Trusts and Foundations to further grow this income stream.
- Prioritise research to constantly develop future pipeline.
- Work with Head of Philanthropy and other senior stakeholders in engaging potential funders and managing strategic Trusts partners.
Write applications and reports
- Develop compelling funding applications for Trusts and occasionally statutory funders, articulating Resurgo's vision and strategy to persuasively engage new donors with a focus on raising five and six-figure grants.
- Stay ahead of sector trends, media, and political context to market Resurgo's interventions in a compelling way.
- Develop general communications on the work of Resurgo to inspire and update our Trust audience.
- Produce reports and updates on the impact of our work for funders in a timely manner.
Data Management and Monitoring
- Update our internal database (Salesforce) with all donor interactions, donations and other details in a timely and efficient manner and with strong attention to detail, and analyse data to give insights' and drive future activity.
- Manage the Trusts & Foundations pipeline and report on income and other KPIs, and ensure Trusts & Foundations team meets monthly targets and deadlines.
Line Management
- Actively manage and develop the Trusts & Foundations Executive to help them grow personally and in their role.
Please feel free to let us know if you may require any reasonable adjustments to participate fully in our recruitment process.
With young people, with organisations, for society.




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The Royal Ballet and Opera continues to lead the way in opera, ballet, music and dance both live on stage and through multiple digital platforms, from live streaming to worldwide cinema screenings. Our Covent Garden theatre has been at the heart of London and British cultural life for three centuries. We are home to two world-class Companies: The Royal Ballet and The Royal Opera.
The Royal Opera House describes the place we work, not who we are. The whole is always more than the sum of its parts - we may be a House, but three quarters of our audiences experience what we do outside this building. While our Covent Garden theatre is the nerve centre, the impact and influence of the organisation can be felt in every corner of the country, and around the world.
We could not maintain this range of work or our digital presence without support from philanthropists, funders, members, business partners and sponsors. Legacies contribute circa £1.2m to the RBO per annum through the Royal Opera House Endowment Fund and approximately £500k directly to the Royal Opera House Covent Garden Foundation.
We are now seeking an interim Senior Legacies and Endowment Manager who will review, build and deliver the organisation`s strategy for Endowment Funding and legacy-giving, to expand both. This role will suit a candidate who has excellent programme planning and project management skills. You will be a subject matter expert, who can help develop not only the strategy but also the small team around you. With excellent relationship management and development skills, you will role model best practice and demonstrate credibility and influence as an ambassador for the Royal Ballet and Opera.
You will have:
- Extensive experience of planning and leading programmes for giving and legacy giving in performing arts/ museum/ wider charity sector, with up-to-date knowledge of tax and other technical issues
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, with ability to inspire and influence wide range of stakeholders
- The ability to develop a successful strategy and marketing plan for audience engagement
- The ability to devise and deliver a programme of benefits and events for supporters, working with multi-disciplinary teams for delivery
- The ability to devise bespoke programmes for stewardship of high value relationships as required
We value the diversity new hires can bring to our workforce. A working knowledge of our repertoire is not essential, but the ability to learn quickly is.
The Royal Ballet and Opera is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive. We particularly welcome applications from those who are from a global majority background and/or those who are disabled, as they are under-represented within our organisation. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential minimum criteria for our vacancies.
Closing date for applications: 8am, Monday 27th October 2025
Applicants must have work authorisation for the UK. No agencies.
Our Covent Garden theatre has been at the heart of London and British cultural life for three centuries. We are home to two world-class Companies.




Special Events Manager
Salary £34,420.90 per annum actual salary for 22.5 hours
Hours of work 22.5 hours a week (over a minimum of three days). Flexibility to work over a four – five days
Base Hybrid working for the foreseeable future, with attendance in the office two days a week (one day per week if working week is three days) including one day being a Thursday at our central office:
· Pears Building, Pond Street, London, NW3 2PP
Other office days may be worked from our other sites at:
· Barnet Hospital, Wellhouse Lane, Barnet, EN5 3DJ
· Chase Farm Hospital, 127 The Ridgeway, Enfield, EN2 8JL
Contract Fixed term maternity cover (12 months)
Commencement This role will commence from the first week of December 2025 until December 2026
The role
This maternity cover role is to deliver a programme of cultivation and stewardship events to engage new and existing major donors (individuals, trusts and corporates) and to contribute to the delivery of fundraising budgets by delivering events that enable a sector leading supporter experience.
The postholder line manages the special events coordinator and plays a key role in team culture, operational refinement, and cross-functional collaboration.
The Special Events Manager will report to the Head of Philanthropy and Capital Campaigns.
The team
Our dynamic fundraising department generated £4.5m through donations in 2023/24, and we are now preparing for an ambitious multi-million-pound campaign in support of a ground-breaking cancer centre on the site of the Royal Free Hospital.
We pride ourselves on being a supporter focused and agile function, working at the heart of the charity to deliver impact for patients and staff across our hospitals.
Responsible for attracting and retaining donors, and delivering an outstanding supporter experience, the fundraising department comprises two teams which work closely together to achieve our shared objectives:
· Our philanthropy & campaigns team builds relationships with individual philanthropists, trusts, foundations, corporate organisations and intermediaries, giving or facilitating donations of £10,000 or more to the charity each year. They lead major appeal activity for the charity, currently focused on our forthcoming cancer campaign, and special events to support these activities.
· Our public fundraising team harnesses the support and energy of individuals and groups, helping them to give back in the way that works for them. This includes committed giving, in memory support, gifts in wills, and fundraising events and challenges.
· Our database and supporter care colleagues underpin and support the entire department.
Organisation
The Royal Free Charity stands at the threshold of its most important period of development.
Our vision is for everyone served by the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust (RFL) to have access to world-leading healthcare, delivered by a thriving workforce, and driven by medical research that has a global impact. We support the 17,000 staff of the RFL and their two million patients across Barnet, Chase Farm, North Mid and Royal Free hospitals and more than 30 NHS services.
Through the services we provide, and the programmes and equipment we fund, we make a profound and immediate difference to patients’ experiences of care.
The recruitment process
To apply for this post, send your:
- CV (please include your last employer and dates of employment)
- Cover letter addressing how you meet the criteria set out in the job description and person specification
Please note, that applications submitted without a cover letter may not be considered for this role.
Closing date for application: Tuesday 21 October 2025, 12 noon
Interview date: Monday 3 November 2025
Please kindly note that we may close the job advert before the closing date if we receive a large volume of applications.
- You must be eligible to work in the UK
We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may require during the recruitment process.
As an equal opportunities’ employer, the Royal Free Charity is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join the Royal Free Charity and act in line with our values of dedication, innovation, partnership, energy and respect.
Benefits:
Core benefits
· 25 days of paid holiday, plus three-day office closure rest period between Christmas and New Year, and UK bank holidays. This increases to 30 days leave after five completed years of continuous employment (all leave is pro rata for part time employees).
· A contributory pension scheme, where we match your 4% contribution towards your pension. If you choose to increase your payments into your pension scheme, we’ll match your contribution up to 9%.
· A sick pay package that offers one month’s full pay and one month’s half pay in any 12-month period if you’ve been with us for less than two years. This rises to two months’ full pay and two months’ half pay in any 12-month period after two years of continuous employment.
· Occupational maternity pay and paternity pay packages that provide more generous support than statutory pay alone.
· A flexible working policy to support our employees’ work/life balance.
Support for your financial wellbeing
As a member of the Royal Free family, you’ll be entitled to benefit from:
· Expert financial advice from our financial partner, the London Credit Union
· Savings on purchases with the Blue Light Card
· Our Death in Service benefit
Support for your health and wellbeing
· Subsidised gym, pool and classes at our Rec Club in Hampstead
· Secure bicycle parking and shower facilities at our Hampstead site
· Fortnightly guided meditation
· Free massage therapy from our complementary therapy team
· Menopause peer support group
· Employee Assistance Programme offering 24-hour access to free confidential advice and support on work and personal issues.
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About Cardiomyopathy UK
Cardiomyopathy UK is the only UK charity dedicated to supporting people affected by cardiomyopathy – a disease of the heart muscle. We provide vital information, support services, and campaign for improved diagnosis and care. As we grow our reach and impact, we are expanding our fundraising and marketing capacity to secure sustainable income, diversify our supporter base, and build greater public awareness of cardiomyopathy.
The Role
We are seeking an ambitious and strategic Head of Fundraising and Marketing to lead the development and delivery of our fundraising and marketing strategy. Reporting to the CEO, the postholder will have overall responsibility for driving income growth, diversifying funding streams, and strengthening our brand and reach.
This role will manage a small team, responsible for individual giving, community and events fundraising, grant, legacy and trust income, and marketing. They will provide inspiring leadership, ensuring the team delivers sustainable income growth, meaningful supporter experiences, and increased awareness of Cardiomyopathy UK’s work.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Leadership and Alignment
- Develop and deliver a fundraising and marketing strategy aligned with Cardiomyopathy UK’s mission and growth targets.
- Ensure fundraising activities reflect our values and strengthen our reputation for independence and integrity.
- Provide clear leadership to a team of five, setting objectives, monitoring performance, and supporting professional development.
- Act as a senior leader, contributing to organisational strategy and Board reporting.
2. Income Mix and Diversification
- Lead a balanced and diverse portfolio of income streams across individual giving, community fundraising, trusts and foundations, legacies, major donors, campaigns and events.
- Set clear targets and KPIs across each stream, with robust financial planning, forecasting, and monitoring.
3. Trusts, Foundations and Grants
- Identify priority funders and manage a strong pipeline of applications.
- Lead on developing compelling cases for support, securing new funding, and stewarding long-term relationships.
4. Individual Giving and Supporter Journeys
- Grow regular giving, one-off donations, and legacy pledges through tailored and innovative supporter experiences.
- Develop and optimise donor journeys to improve engagement, retention, and lifetime value.
5. Community and Events Fundraising
- Expand grassroots fundraising and challenge events, including the London Marathon, Berlin Marathon, and flagship CMUK events.
- Innovate supporter-led events and activities to broaden reach and participation.
6. Major Donors and High-Value Giving
- Build and maintain relationships with philanthropists and high-net-worth individuals.
- Develop a programme to secure transformational gifts and long-term strategic support.
7. Marketing, Brand and Awareness
- Lead brand and marketing activity to raise the profile of cardiomyopathy and Cardiomyopathy UK.
- Drive impactful digital marketing campaigns across web, email, paid and organic social, and digital partnerships.
· Lead creative storytelling and content marketing to grow brand awareness and build a strong online community.
· Innovate supporter journeys using data-driven insights, automation, and personalised communications.
· Ensure brand consistency across all platforms and campaigns.
8. Monitoring, Evaluation and Sustainability
- Ensure all fundraising and marketing activity is ethical, sustainable, and compliant with regulatory standards.
- Lead on impact reporting and evaluation, demonstrating how income supports patients and families.
- Report regularly to the CEO and Board on progress, risks, and opportunities.
Person Specification
Essential:
- Significant experience in senior fundraising leadership, with proven success across multiple income streams.
- Strong knowledge of marketing, brand development, and digital engagement.
- Demonstrable ability to deliver income growth and diversify funding.
- Proven leadership experience managing multi-disciplinary teams.
- Track record of building strategic relationships with donors, funders, and partners.
- Strong financial and strategic planning skills, including KPIs and reporting.
- Excellent communication, influencing, and presentation skills.
- Commitment to the mission and values of Cardiomyopathy UK.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical and healthcare sector fundraising.
- Experience with partnerships, ambassadors, or brand collaborations.
- Previous experience within the charity and/or health sector.
Please forward a copy of your CV and covering letter (max 2 pages)
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