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The Development and Alumni Office (DARO) exists to support the University of Birmingham's academic and student community by engaging, inspiring, and celebrating alumni, individuals, and charitable funders who give their money, time, and networks to support the University’s strategic priorities. The Office, which is comprised of five teams, is focused on fundraising and volunteering from alumni, organisations and individuals who are passionate about changing lives, through funding various research projects, supporting student bursaries, mentoring students, and providing internships, as well as providing a versatile programme of engagement opportunities for our global alumni community.

This is an exciting opportunity to join DARO as Donor Experience Manager, helping to shape and deliver outstanding donor journeys for multiple audiences. In this role, you’ll play a key part in deepening relationships with our donors and volunteers, ensuring that their experience of supporting beneficiaries is meaningful, personal and impactful.

You will lead on the planning and delivery of our donor experience programme, from tailored communications and impact reports to stewardship and cultivation events, campus visits and administration of our Recognition Circles. With a strong understanding of donor motivations, you’ll create experiences that reflect the transformative impact of philanthropy and build long-term engagement.

You will manage a team of two Donor Experience Officers, setting individual and team objectives while providing day-to-day support, clear direction, and opportunities for professional development. As a team leader, you’ll create a collaborative and high-performing culture, ensuring that workload is prioritised and balanced, deadlines are met, and work is consistently delivered to a high standard. This role sits in the Fundraising team within the Development and Alumni Relations Office.

Working closely with colleagues across Fundraising, Charitable and Corporate Partnerships (Trusts and Foundations), Communications, Events, Data and Supporter Insight and Campaign Management, as well as academics and Professional Services colleagues across the University, you’ll ensure a joined-up approach that puts donors at the heart of our work. You’ll also support the engagement and recognition of volunteers, including bespoke activity for our Alumni Leadership Mentoring Programme members.

We’re looking for a creative and collaborative individual with experience in donor or stakeholder engagement, event delivery, and writing for impact. You’ll bring a strategic mindset, excellent relationship management skills, and a genuine passion for enhancing the donor experience at a leading university.

We believe there is no such thing as a typical member of staff and that diversity is a source of strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation, and debate. We warmly welcome people from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is at the heart of who and what we are, and how we work.

Supporting our people to achieve a healthy work/life balance is important both to our employees and to the success of the University and, depending on the role, we offer a variety of flexible working arrangements. We therefore welcome discussions on all forms of flexible working. In addition, you will receive a generous package of benefits including 40 days paid holiday a year, one paid day a year for volunteering, occupational sick pay, and a pension scheme.

Lead a Community-Focused Charity as General Manager - Winchester

Location: Winchester
Salary: £35,000-£40,000 (depending on experience)
Hours: Full-time (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm)
Contract: Permanent
Reporting to: Chair of the Board of Trustees

We are proud to be working in partnership with a long-established, impactful charity based in one of Winchester's most underserved communities. This organisation has been a vital lifeline for children, families, and vulnerable individuals since the early 1990s, offering a wide range of services that promote wellbeing, inclusion, and personal development.

From a well-regarded nursery and welcoming café to a soft play area and essential food support services, this charity is a vibrant hub of hope and transformation.

About the Role

As General Manager, you'll lead the day-to-day operations of the centre, driving strategic growth and ensuring services continue to meet the evolving needs of the local community. You'll work closely with a passionate team of staff, volunteers, and Trustees to deliver the charity's mission with energy, creativity, and compassion.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the Business and Strategic Plans
• Secure sustainable funding and manage budgets
• Inspire and support dedicated staff and volunteer teams
• Develop inclusive programmes based on local needs
• Build strategic partnerships and represent the charity externally
• Oversee governance, compliance, and communications

About You

We're looking for a visionary leader who's community-focused, values-driven, and ready to roll up their sleeves. You'll bring:

• Proven leadership experience within the charity sector
• Strong financial and strategic planning skills
• A track record in income generation and grant success
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• A deep understanding of charity operations and governance

Why Apply?

• Be part of a mission-driven team making real impact
• Enjoy employee discounts and free on-site parking
• Benefit from a government-approved pension scheme
• Work in a supportive, inclusive environment
• Lead a charity that's open, non-judgemental, and truly community-first

This is a hands-on, in-person role based in Winchester, with occasional evening and weekend commitments (time off in lieu provided).

An enhanced DBS check will be required.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

Overall purpose of the role

To lead the development of a regular giving and legacy programme at the AHF, and to support the Director of Programmes/Deputy CEO in development and management of a major gifts programme during the AHF’s 50th Anniversary campaign, with possibility for continued role thereafter. The post holder will be responsible for developing systems to monitor and increase the number of regular and legacy donors to the AHF, including stewardship opportunities, and will assist in prospect research, qualifying, cultivating, and stewarding major donors.

2 Specific Duties and Responsibilities

1. Work closely with the Director of Programmes/Deputy CEO on development and delivery of the anniversary programme of activities, with particular focus on research to identify potential invitees to and engaging attendees at and after campaign launch and closure events, exhibition launches in Belfast, Glasgow, Cardiff, and London, and an industry-facing conference in London.
    
2. Develop and manage a legacy programme for the AHF including stewardship activities; develop and manage a personal portfolio of legacy donors, including making asks of existing regular supporters to consider legacies and development and drafting of legacy proposals and contracts.
    
3. Develop and manage a programme of higher-level regular giving (over £500 per annum), including stewardship activities and making asks of regular supporters to increase their giving.
    
4. Support the Director of Programmes/Deputy CEO, and CEO, with identification and management of a growing portfolio of major gift prospects, including supporting major gifts asks and helping Director of Programmes/Deputy CEO and CEO with ongoing cultivation and stewardship of major donors.
    
5. Lead on managing the AHF’s donor database, Beacon, ensuring the data is up to date with giving from Charities Aid Foundation and other external gifts, that fundraising activity is appropriately recorded on the database, and that our records are fully compliant with data protection legislation.
    
6. Work closely with the Communications Office and consultants supporting the AHF’s 50th Anniversary campaign, with an eye on developing and maximising opportunities to introduce the AHF to new potential supporters and to bolster our key messaging with those already known to us. As part of this work, sit as Secretary of the AHF Communications and Anniversary subcommittee of our Board.
    
7. Develop and maintain a reporting structure to keep AHF SMT and Board up to date with fundraising activity and opportunities.
    
8. Responsible for maintaining the AHF’s log relating to Donor Due Diligence and assisting the Director of Programmes & Deputy CEO with maintaining appropriate policies related to fundraising, including those associated with donor due diligence.
    
9. Contribute to the development and delivery of new ways of working at the AHF that will see our organisation build and maintain greater philanthropic fundraising success, including bringing examples of best practice from other charities. Assist with other tasks and activities as required, particularly those activities and processes that support the wider engagement of potential supporters with the AHF’s work.

3 Person specification

Essential

• At least five years of experience in fundraising at a charity or educational institution, including at least three years of front-line engagement with supporters;
• Knowledgeable about the processes and legislation surrounding UK fundraising, including data protection and
• A pro-active leader, with demonstrably excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills;
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to multi-task, and both verbal and written communication skills;
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated and target-orientated; able to work effectively on own initiative, set appropriate priorities, delegate where appropriate and meet deadlines;
• A confident and engaging presenter and speaker;
• Demonstrable ability in problem solving in response to challenges posed;
• Excellent stakeholder management skills and a track record of collaborative work with external partners;
• Demonstrable interest in and commitment to the AHF’s mission – to help deliver a sustainable future for historic buildings throughout the UK through community enterprise;
• Strong numeric and financial skills; and
• A commitment to achieving beneficial social outcomes through heritage.

Desirable

• Experience working in a heritage-related charity.
• Experience building or managing legacy programmes.

Partnerships Manager

Location: Fully Remote

Salary: £27,992 per annum

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time

Closing Date: 24th September 2025

We have an exciting opportunity for a Partnerships Manager to join our team and grow income from high-net-worth individuals and corporate supporters. You will identify, engage, and steward prospects to secure funding, while developing and implementing long-term relationship and stewardship plans.

You’ll be joining a passionate, fun, and target-driven team in a motivating environment, with the chance to make a real impact on the services we provide.

Key responsibilities include:

• Researching and identifying potential major donors, determining appropriate stewardship pathways, and involving Trustees or staff as needed.
• Implementing stewardship plans for major donors to secure five-figure gifts and above.
• Developing and supporting external fundraising committees to raise funds for local Forward Trust services.
• Researching and approaching potential corporate supporters, cultivating relationships, and securing funding.
• Collaborating across the organisation to develop engagement packages, partnership proposals, and progress reports.
• Managing the Fundraising Officer, providing support, motivation, and guidance.
• Representing Forward Trust at meetings, networking events, and conferences.
• Supporting the Head of Fundraising to develop strategies to maximise income from high-net-worth individuals and corporates.
• Ensuring data in the CRM is accurate, compliant with GDPR, and used effectively to inform fundraising activities.
• Managing and reporting on income and expenditure budgets, liaising with Finance, and contributing to reports for Senior Management and Trustees.
• Collaborating with other fundraising team members and participating in team meetings, supervision, and training.

What We’re Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven track record of major donor fundraising, securing five-figure sums and managing effective stewardship pathways.
• Proven experience in identifying, managing, and growing corporate supporter accounts of at least five figures.
• Experience managing at least one member of staff.
• Skilled at managing high-level relationships internally (Trustees) and externally (high-net-worth individuals).
• Experience managing budgets related to your area of work.
• Proficient in using a CRM or other database to manage contacts.
• Understanding of GDPR principles and their impact on fundraising.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex issues clearly and compellingly.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to understand departmental income and expenditure projections.
• Willingness to attend fundraising events, which may be out-of-hours or away from home.

About Us

We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often-interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community.

We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits:

• Flexible working
• Training and development opportunities
• Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional)
• Season Ticket Loan Scheme 
• Cycle to work scheme
• Crisis Loan Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees)
• Access to Blue Light Card
• 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays 
• Contributory Pension Scheme – Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years’ service and up to 9% thereafter 
• Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) 
• Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria)

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

At People for Animal Care Trust (PACT), we rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome animals in need — but none of this is possible without the generosity of our supporters. Every pound raised funds safety, shelter, medical care, and second chances for animals who deserve a brighter future.

We’re looking for a talented and driven Fundraising Manager to lead our income generation and marketing activity, ensuring that every campaign, every partnership, and every piece of content inspires action and delivers results.

This is a mission-critical leadership role that blends strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. One moment you’ll be pitching a corporate partnership, the next you’ll be guiding your team on a multi-channel appeal or reviewing a national PR opportunity. You’ll walk into every meeting with purpose, creativity, and a clear connection to the difference you’re making for animals every day.

You’ll Thrive If You:

Ø  Have a proven track record in exceeding fundraising targets across multiple income streams.

Ø  Can lead with creativity, strategy, and empathy — bringing out the best in people.

Ø  Understand how to connect audiences emotionally to a cause.

Ø  Can manage budgets, campaigns, and compliance with confidence.

Ø  Are motivated by the knowledge that your work has a direct, life-changing impact.

Your Mission:

Ø  Lead a motivated team to deliver PACT’s fundraising strategy.

Ø  Build lasting relationships with donors, partners, and stakeholders.

Ø  Create and deliver high-impact fundraising campaigns integrated with marketing activity.

Ø  Grow our brand reach and supporter engagement through compelling communications.

Ø  Ensure every supporter interaction reflects our gratitude, values, and mission.

Be the reason a rescue story can be told.
Be the reason an animal finds safety and a second chance.

What We Offer:

Ø  A meaningful role in animal rescue and sanctuary work.

Ø  Supportive and inclusive team culture.

Ø  Ongoing professional development and CPD opportunities.

Ø  20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time).

Ø  Pension scheme and wellbeing support.

Fundraising Manager

We are looking for a motivated and dynamic Fundraising Manager to join the team at Right to Succeed, helping us build on the great work we’re already doing and achieve even more.

This is an exciting time to join the charity as we continue our journey to support children and young people in areas of high deprivation to succeed in life.

Position: Fundraising Manager
Location: Contractually based from one of our offices with flexibility to work from home, subject to business requirements and line manager approval.
Salary: £46,031 - £49,782 per annum
Hours: Full Time (37.5 hours per week, Monday–Friday)
Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 9:00am, Monday 22nd September 2025
Interview Dates:

• First stage: Monday 29th September 2025
• Second stage: Friday 3rd October 2025

The Role

You will be responsible for managing a mixed portfolio of supporters with a focus on securing high-value opportunities (in excess of £75k) and sustaining long-term donor relationships. Working across trusts, corporates, and individuals, you will develop fundraising strategies, lead donor acquisition, craft compelling proposals, and deliver tailored stewardship.

This role will see you:

• Manage and grow a portfolio of high-value supporters to achieve income targets.
• Research, prepare, and submit high-quality grant applications, bids, and proposals.
• Cultivate strong, lasting relationships with funders, including trusts, foundations, corporate partners, and high-net-worth individuals.
• Contribute to pipeline development, planning, and forecasting to ensure long-term income growth.
• Collaborate with colleagues and external stakeholders to develop new projects and fundraising opportunities.
• Monitor, report, and evaluate fundraising activities, ensuring excellent supporter experiences.

If you are passionate about collaboration, community-led change, and believe in the power of strong, connected communities to give every child the right to succeed, we would love to hear from you.

About You

We are seeking a proactive and results-driven fundraiser with:

• Experience in a charity fundraising role, with a proven track record of securing significant six-figure gifts.
• Strong knowledge of trust and foundation fundraising, corporate giving, and high-value donor stewardship.
• Excellent relationship-building skills with the ability to engage funders and stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in pipeline development, donor cultivation, and proposal writing.
• Strong project management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work across multiple projects.
• A commitment to the mission of the charity and to improving outcomes for children and young people.

Benefits Include:

• 5% employer pension contribution
• 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Medicash health plan
• Group life assurance
• Flexible working
• Commitment to wellbeing and professional development

Please upload your CV and a covering letter outlining your interest in the role and how you meet the criteria of the role. The covering letter should be no more than 2 sides of A4.

About the Organisation

Right to Succeed works with communities in areas of high deprivation to remove barriers to education and create better outcomes for children and young people. Since launching in 2015, we’ve been working with schools, colleges, and local authorities across Blackpool, Rochdale, Birkenhead, and the Liverpool City Region to build inclusive education systems and improve literacy.

We are an equal opportunities employer and particularly welcome applications from those with lived experience of the challenges our programmes seek to address. As a Disability Confident employer, we will provide any support needed in the recruitment process.

Other roles you may have experience in could include: Fundraising Manager, Trusts & Foundations Manager, Corporate Fundraising Manager, Philanthropy Manager, Partnerships Manager, High Value Giving Manager, etc.

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

Key information

Location: Manchester, Bristol, Newcastle, Nottingham, or London

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (full time)

Start date: ASAP (we are happy to work with notice periods)

Duration: Permanent

Salary: £36,340 - £41,065 per annum if based in London. £33,690 - £38,410 per annum if based in Bristol, Manchester, Newcastle or Nottingham, plus a £312 yearly tax-free work from home allowance.

Application deadline: Wednesday 17th September at noon.

About upReach 

Do you think that your socio-economic background should determine your career prospects?

upReach’s vision is of a society in which everybody has an equal opportunity to realise their full career potential. Our work is important because right now a student from disadvantaged background who gains a first-class degree from a top university is less likely to secure an elite job than a more privileged student with a 2.2. 

We are an award-winning charity employer working to address this issue in partnership with employers and universities. We help undergraduates from lower socioeconomic backgrounds achieve their career potential by providing an intensive programme of support that addresses socio-economic barriers to graduate employment. 

To find out more about how we support our students, visit our website and read our Annual Report, and Impact Report. 

Role overview 

We are looking to fill a Programme Manager role.

This would be working on our Rise programme, managing multiple relationships with university partners and leading and supporting a delivery team of Programme Coordinators (PCs) and Programme Leaders (PLs) to attract, onboard and provide high-quality support to Associates (the undergraduates we support).

Experience 

To be successful, it is anticipated that you would have prior experience in the delivery of programmes and projects and in managing/leading a team.

Essential experience:

• Experience in programme delivery from end to end, from design to reporting and evaluation.

• Knowledge of UK university and widening participation landscape.

• Experience working directly with key stakeholders to manage and grow a relationship and/or partnership.

• Line management or team leadership experience.

• Experience designing and delivering training or learning & development content.

• Experience working in a fast-paced environment and working independently to find solutions to problems.

• Ability to engage and flex communication style confidently with a variety of stakeholders, such as beneficiaries, upReach partners and all levels of employees across the organisation.

• Strong collaboration skills when working in both small and large teams of varied team members.

• Self-motivation and an ability to work in a small team as well as independently, with a creative and a proactive attitude.

• Excellent influencing, facilitation and communication skills (both oral and written) and comfortable preparing and presenting reports and proposals to senior management and external stakeholders.

• University degree in any discipline, or equivalent experience.

Desirable experience:

• Knowledge of graduate recruitment market.

• Familiarity with G Suite and Zoom video conferencing software.

• Project management or programme management qualification.

Responsibilities

This role will have a wide impact across your programmes and the charity as a whole, as well as maintaining high-quality personalised support for your own Associates. 

1) PROGRAMME DESIGN AND DELIVERY

• Make decisions concerning the design and delivery of your programmes, creating a 12-month plan in advance of the start of each recruitment cycle. 

• Plan student recruitment activities and onboarding in collaboration with university partners. This will include working with the Pipeline and Marketing teams to efficiently meet onboarding targets.

• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of your programmes with overarching responsibility for meeting internal engagement and application success OKRs, which you will utilise throughout the year to set priority areas for your team.

• Contribute to weekly Programme Manager meetings, sharing your insight and experience to generate ideas and practical solutions that support the overall improvement of upReach’s programme design and delivery. 

• Lead on parts of the weekly Delivery Meeting with the wider team, to ensure weekly focus areas and key team messages are communicated clearly to all PCs and PLs.

2) TEAM MANAGEMENT

• Manage a team of Programme Coordinators/Leaders/Junior Managers in a variety of locations, both virtually and in person - providing ongoing personal and professional development support through weekly 1-to-1 calls or meetings, written feedback on documents, or day-to-day guidance via Slack. 

• Assist Programme Coordinators / Programme Leaders/Junior Managers to provide high quality personalised support to their Associates, which includes helping them to document all interactions with Associates and application progress.

• Use relevant impact dashboards and data to set priorities for your team and support with competing workload demands and time management, to ensure that OKRs and stakeholder KPIs are achieved across all areas.

• Manage the performance and development of your team - including setting professional development goals and utilising a range of resources and tools where necessary to help your team perform successfully in their roles. You will have regular, open and supportive discussions with your team members, giving feedback in your weekly 1-to-1s and your mid- and end-of-year appraisals.

• Engage your direct reports through completing a Leadership and Management apprenticeship, if this is something your direct reports choose to do after 18 months on the FCLP.

• Be part of the upReach Leadership Team and contribute to forming the strategy and direction of the charity. This also includes passing on team feedback to your manager and the leadership team and proposing practical solutions. 

3) PARTNERSHIPS & EVENTS

• Maintain strong relationships with university partners, including managing quarterly/annual reporting requirements on programme aims and collaborating on shared objectives.

• Help your team to manage day-to-day partnership responsibilities, and coach them in relationship management. This will also involve supporting PCs/PLs where necessary to set boundaries with partners.

• Coordinate events with university partners, working with the Programmes team to effectively deliver skills-based sessions for Associates.

• Assist Programme Coordinators/Leaders/Junior Managers in smoothly running events and onboarding processes, both in your team and within the wider team where necessary. 

• Work with the partnerships team to make strategic decisions regarding how to grow upReach's existing and new partnerships.

4) OVERSEE A DELIVERY RESPONSIBILITY AREA, ROTATION OR PROJECT

• Manage a Delivery Responsibility area, rotation or project. This will involve meeting with the relevant team regularly (often weekly or bi-weekly depending on the time of year/focus area), and guiding those working on this area with you.

• Work with your team to achieve the objectives outlined for your area, setting clear actions and deadlines. Coach and provide guidance where needed.

• Provide regular feedback to the Programme Management team and where necessary present key findings and updates to the wider team. This may also involve supporting your team to present during the Delivery Meeting and/or Team Meeting.

5) ASSOCIATE ENGAGEMENT

• Support a group of your own Associates, engaging them with the upReach programme in line with OKRs.

• Act as a role model for PCs, PLs & JPMs, ensuring Associate facing tasks are completed to a high quality.

• Proactively use impact to monitor Associate engagement across your programme(s), identifying any areas of concern throughout the year and setting focus areas/action steps for your team to address these.

Team Culture & Benefits: 

We offer: 

• Flexible and hybrid working.

• Statutory Holiday Entitlement of 25 days and bank holidays. This increases to 2 additional days after 2.5 years and then to 3 additional days after 5 years of working with us. 

• Birthday leave and Voluntary leave

• Enhanced Parental Leave beyond statutory requirements for all team members. 

• 3% Pension Contribution, which increased to 5% after 5 years of working with us. 

• Cycle-to-work scheme.

• Monthly socials and annual wellbeing days

• Dedication to Staff Wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aid Training. 

• Personal Development Budget, activated after 6 months in the role.

• The opportunity to participate in our fantastic staff networks: 

  • Disability and Inclusion Network

  • Diverse Roots Network 

  • Green Network 

  • LGBTQ+ Network

  • Mindfulness Network

  • Parents and Carers Network 

Ready to apply?

We are committed to making our recruitment process inclusive. All applications will be blind screened, and our job packs are available in Braille, large text or another format upon request. We can provide reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment application process and on the job, and we'll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. 

Applications close on Wednesday, 17th September at 12:00 pm.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

At upReach, we are committed to being an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, social background or any other protected class. We celebrate and value the diverse perspectives that people from all backgrounds bring to our team. We are passionate about creating a workplace that is inclusive and reflects the diversity of communities across the UK. Diversity in the workplace creates dynamic and effective organisations and we are actively working to build a more inclusive workforce by continuously improving our recruitment, retention, and development practices. We  encourage applications from individuals from underrepresented groups, including Black, Asian and other ethnic minority backgrounds, those with disabilities , those who are care-experienced, those from low socio-economic backgrounds, and those who are LGBTQIA+.

Centre Manager
 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Centre Manager to play a vital part in leading one of our residential centres, ensuring we deliver unforgettable experiences for children and young people aged 8–13. This role will oversee operations at our Ashbourne site in Derbyshire, contributing to the safe, smooth, and inspiring running of our centres.

Position: Centre Manager
Location: Ashbourne, Derbyshire
Salary: £35,000 depending on experience
Duration: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, permanent
Benefits: 28 Days annual leave plus Public and Bank Holidays, Pension Scheme, Flexible working hours

Closing Date: Friday 19th September at 11.59pm

About the role:

As Centre Manager you will take overall responsibility for the site, its buildings, grounds, vehicles, and on-site team, ensuring our centres are safe, compliant, and welcoming. You will lead staff and volunteers, inspire strong teamwork, and play a key role in delivering exceptional residential breaks for children and young people.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing the daily operations of the centre, ensuring compliance with Health & Safety, safeguarding, and risk management.
• Leading and managing the on-site team (Housekeeping, Maintenance, Catering, Team Leaders, and Volunteers).
• Managing budgets, resources, facilities, and contracts to ensure efficiency and sustainability.
• Developing and delivering land and centre management plans to ensure our facilities are safe, welcoming, and environmentally sustainable.
• Ensuring children enjoy nutritious meals, exciting activities, and a safe environment during their stays.
• Raising the charity’s profile within the local community, encouraging third-party use of our facilities and supporting local partnerships.
• Producing quarterly centre-based reports for senior leadership on H&S, incidents, and development projects.

About you:

We are looking for an experienced Centre Manager with strong leadership and operational skills, as well as a genuine passion for making a difference in the lives of children and young people.

You will have the following essential skills and experience:

• Excellent understanding of Health & Safety, safeguarding, and child-centred activity planning.
• Proven experience in facilities, land, or fleet management.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills, with the ability to manage and motivate a multi-disciplinary team.
• Financial awareness with experience managing budgets and resources.
• Confident communicator, problem solver, and decision-maker.
• A commitment to sustainability and green practices.

It would be desirable if you also have:

• A recognised Facilities Management or H&S qualification.
• Experience of working in child-focused environments.
• Food Safety Level 3 qualification.
• Previous budget management experience and commercial acumen.

About the charity:

The charity gives children and young people across the UK who face serious challenges in their lives the chance for a break that lasts a lifetime. For over 30 years, more than 20,000 children have enjoyed a week of adventure, creativity, and new friendships at our centres in Derbyshire and Cornwall. When they go home, they take with them confidence, resilience, and memories that last forever.

Everyone who works for the charity has a responsibility to promote the safeguarding and welfare of children. All successful applicants will require a DBS Disclosure.

You may also have experience in roles such as Facilities Manager, Operations Manager, Centre Director, Youth Centre Manager, Site Manager, Community Engagement Manager, or Children’s Services Manager, etc.

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

Bristol has a range of diverse services spanning mental health, participation, identity-based support, and therapeutic interventions, some currently more developed than others. The Team Manager (Bristol) plays a vital role in identifying local need and then coordinating and integrating services across a complex and fast-paced urban environment, ensuring young people have seamless access to the right support.

This role is key in driving collaboration between teams within OTR, embedding consistency in service delivery, and fostering partnerships with local organisations, schools, and statutory services. By providing strong leadership, operational oversight, and strategic direction, the Team Manager (Bristol) ensures that OTR’s presence in the city remains dynamic, accessible, and responsive to young people’s evolving needs.

The Bristol manager is a newly created role which sits within a supportive management team. The role reports to the Head of Youth Services and will be supported by an enthusiastic and passionate Senior Leadership Team. We want our team members to grow and there will be opportunity to develop the services and people you will lead.

To find out more about the role please download the Job Pack below or from our careers page

If you would like an informal chat about the role, please contact the email listed in our Job Pack

To apply for this role click 'Redirect to recruiter' and then the 'Apply now' on our careers page

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

Safeguarding: 

OTR is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff, trustees, and volunteers to share this commitment.

As part of our Safer Recruitment practices, all roles involving contact with young people will be subject to robust pre-employment checks, including references, a full employment history, and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Where applicable, overseas criminal record checks will also be required.

We are dedicated to creating a culture of vigilance, transparency, and accountability. Our safeguarding procedures are guided by the principle that the welfare of the child is paramount, and all staff are required to adhere to OTR’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy. 

OTR & Benefits:

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

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

Each day is as engaging and fulfilling as the last, and with a network of supportive, community minded people, we hope you’ll feel welcome here. As a thank you, we like to compensate our employees for the important work they do with a range of benefits including a flexible leave policy (38 days), healthcare cost assistance with HealthShield, flexible and hybrid working arrangements, enhanced sick pay, parental leave, continual training and development, free yoga and reiki, and more (subject to contractual terms and conditions).

A Willingness to Work with Difference

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

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

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

Birmingham Cathedral is a beautiful building with a wonderful community of worshippers, volunteers and staff. We are inspired by a strong sense of social justice, a passion for supporting those who are marginalised within the city and a commitment to celebrating all that is wonderful in our diverse city and diocese. We strive for our Cathedral to be fully representative of the richly diverse communities we serve, and have an unwavering desire to share God’s love, and the good news of Jesus Christ in a spirit of service.

Birmingham Cathedral demonstrates daily its attraction as a house of prayer to the people of the city and its international visitors. Alongside daily worship, enriched by the Anglican choral tradition, the Cathedral hosts diocesan, regional and national events and is responsive to immediate community needs for celebration and lament. With growing confidence and newly refurbished Burne-Jones windows, the Cathedral has a clear vision and strategy. The Cathedral’s strategic plan focusses on three priorities: Pray, Serve and Grow and gives Birmingham Cathedral a clear sense of purpose and direction.

The Fundraising Manager will be instrumental in supporting the wider team with our fundraising efforts. They will work closely with the Senior Management Team and the External Relations department along with the wider cathedral community. The Fundraising Manager will be responsible for trust and grangt funding applications as well as identifying new potential sources of income. 

PERSON SPECIFICATION 

Essential
Experience in a Fundraising / Development role.
Demonstrable capacity to raise funds from trusts and foundations.
Exceptional communication skills, together with a confident and professional approach.
Must be self-motivated whilst understanding the importance of working as part of a team.
Sympathetic towards and supportive of the mission and values of the cathedral.
High level of administrative competence and comfortable handling and reporting on financial information.
The ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with a range of people including cathedral colleagues and external organisations.
Willingness to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends and public holidays as required.
Experience of working towards and delivering against an agreed financial target.
Empathy with the ethos of the Church of England. 
 

To oversee the Sports and Community events team, developing and diversifying each department, maintaining a high standard of relationship fundraising, managing and setting team’s yearly budgets with the Head of Public Fundraising.

Sports and Community Fundraising
1. Oversee the team to deliver the Sports and Community fundraising strategy.
2. Oversee the delivery of the Sports events portfolio.
3. Maintain, develop and diversify to maximise ROI.
4. Oversee the relationship management of high value fundraisers.
5. Research into audience insights and analysis and implement change where required.
6. Collaborate with other fundraising revenue streams to enhance supporter
experience.
7. Maintain a high standard of relationship fundraising across the departments.
8. Manage relationships effectively with key stakeholders.
9. Monitor KPIs and objectives and ensure these are reported on regularly, identifying
problems and agreeing remedial steps.
10. Prepare and deliver presentations when necessary to a variety of audiences.
11. Work collaboratively across departments.
12. Develop new or update guidelines or procedures where needed.
13. Keep up to date records of sports events on our database (Salesforce).
14. Interrogate the database looing for efficiencies or patterns that could improve the
supporters experience and/or support fundraising.
15. Monitor current fundraising environment and trends to identify new fundraising.
opportunities.
16. Support the Sports Manager in delivering our London Marathon fundraising activity. 

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to help us increase our income from mid-level and major donors, trusts and foundations, and legacies.

This is an exciting time to join our charity, Cambridge is changing rapidly, and we are working hard to tackle issues such as the loss of nature, climate change and access to green space. We have inspiring new projects to expand habitats and green spaces on the Gog Magog Hills, to create a new wetland at our Coton Reserve, to plant trees and woodlands and to save one of Cambridge’s oldest buildings. Right now, the work of our charity is needed more than ever before, and we need the financial resources to be able to step up and make even more of a difference.

Committed to our causes, you will use your donor cultivation skills to strengthen existing relationships and use your research and networking skills to identify and cultivate new opportunities. Your excellent written and development skills will enable you to work with colleagues to turn their visions into compelling proposals for funders and our wider support base. Your knowledge of fundraising best practice will ensure that we deliver an excellent donor experience.
You will be an effective worker with an eye for detail who can use your experience to fulfil the administrative and reporting requirements of the funds you are helping to raise.
You will work alongside our Membership & Communications Manager and have some support from our Administrative Assistant. You will also be supported in your work by the CEO, trustees, volunteers, and external contractors.
You will be part of a friendly and committed management team where you can make a difference, and your work will have an impact.
Our office is in an 18th century building overlooking the beautiful Wandlebury estate. Wandlebury is located on top of the Gog Magog Hills just south of Cambridge.

Finance Manager
Location: Hybrid, minimum 1 day/week in the office (South London)
Pay: £24.72 per hour plus £2.98 per hour holiday pay (equivalent to a full-time annual salary of £45,000)
Hours: 3 to 5 days/week (core hours of 10:00-16:00)
Duration: 3 months

Charity People are delighted to be working with a Trust based in Crystal Palace, responsible for the management of one of London's most historic and vibrant green spaces. The park is home to woodlands, lakes, playgrounds, heritage assets, and cultural landmarks, welcoming thousands of visitors every year. They are seeking an Finance Manager to provide stability and oversight during a period of transition.

This is a hands-on role with a broad remit, ideal for an experienced finance professional who is confident working in a small team and happy to balance financial management with some office administration and oversight responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Finance (approx. 70%)

• Manage the effective running of the Finance function, including weekly supplier payments and the month-end close process.
• Oversee accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, VAT tracking, inter-company transactions, and journals.
• Lead the budgeting process and produce accurate management accounts for the Senior Leadership Team and Board.
• Provide financial information for fundraising, bids, and reporting against restricted and unrestricted income.
• Support income generation activities with financial projections and advice.
• Ensure value for money and compliance with policies and financial regulations.

HR, IT & Administration (approx. 30%)

• Line manage the Finance & Administrative Officer.
• Coordinate HR tasks such as payroll, recruitment, and maintaining staff records.
• Oversee office administration, IT systems, contracts, and service providers.
• Maintain effective digital file management and accurate records.

About You

• Recognised accounting qualification (AAT or above).
• Experience working in the charity sector with knowledge of charity SORP, company accounts, and restricted/unrestricted income.
• Proficient in financial systems (Xero desirable) and Excel.
• Experience managing small group accounts and line management responsibility.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Able to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues.
• Flexible, proactive, and comfortable working across finance and operations.

How to Apply
Please apply as soon as possible, as applications are being reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Closing date: Wednesday 17th September at 17:00

There will be a one round interview via Teams on Friday 19th September.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

Who are we?

NUS is a confederation of over 440 students’ unions representing just under 4m students and apprentices across Scotland, England, Northern Ireland and Wales.

NUS Charity is an exciting organisation developing and championing strong students’ unions. We connect our members and curate services to deliver advice, guidance and crisis support to students’ unions.
We do professional differently. We are a progressive charity representing students’ unions across the UK. The sector is inclusive, fun, dynamic and representative and we put students and students’ unions at the heart of everything we do. We are challenging but are committed to creating a supportive and flexible environment which pushes your personal development in your everyday activity.

What we do

Students’ unions can be transformational hubs for students, staff, and wider society. NUS Charity support our member’s development to enhance their capacity and harness opportunities to maximise their positive impact. We do this in many ways, from managing a purchasing consortium to drive great value for our members, to our development activity, supporting the best potential in students’ unions - we strive to make a difference to our members.

The student movement is fast-paced and sometimes challenging, but we’re also a big family who support each other.

We see anti-oppression as central to our mission. Education isn’t working unless it’s working for everyone in our society. We’re trans inclusive without exception. And we welcome individuals who are up for taking active responsibility for their own ongoing learning on liberation, equity, diversity and inclusion.

What’s the job?

The Trading Manager role is a full-time, permanent post within the Trading Support Department. In this exciting and varied role, you will play a pivotal part in delivering key elements of the Trading Support Strategy, aligning with its five strategic pillars. Your primary goal will be to lead the buying team, overseeing all aspects of the tender cycle, including contract and pricing negotiations with suppliers, and collaborating with the wider trading support management team to source products to meet proposition requirements. This includes ensuring those products are ethically sourced and deliver ‘best in market’ cost price. All work is conducted with the member Students’ Unions’ needs at the heart of it, across Licensed Trade, Catering and Retail categories.

Who you are

The ideal candidate for this role will have experience of negotiating high-value contracts across a portfolio of categories and buying rules, coupled with developed knowledge of ethical purchasing. You’ll thrive when leading and managing a team and have the ability to effectively motivate staff to generate a positive team environment. An enhanced eye for detail is essential, as well as strong interpersonal skills to boost engagement with a diverse range of stakeholders. You’ll be confident negotiating and managing budgets and will have developed knowledge of tender processes and software. You will be contributing to a team that is passionate about empowering students, supporting unions, and driving positive change across the UK’s education sector.

Why apply?

As well as a great place to work, we offer a range of benefits including:

• Generous holiday entitlement (starting at 27 days per year rising with service to 30 days, pro rata for part time)
• Enhanced sick, maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption pay
• Health Cash Plan
• Pension scheme with employer matched contributions up to 6%
• Employee Assistance Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Childcare Allowance
• Paid volunteering days – three days per year for full time staff

Committed to Inclusion

We’re committed to equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender, or disability. You can be yourself here whoever you are, be proud of the work you do and build a career in a place that knows different is good.

We recognise that candidates from racialised backgrounds are under-represented in our organisation, and that there are often additional barriers present for people from these groups when applying for roles in the charity sector and beyond. We are committed to taking positive action to expand the diversity of our staff team, and if you meet the minimum criteria for a role (at least 80% of the criteria in the person specification) and are from a racialised background, you'll be guaranteed a first stage interview. It is important to note that this scheme guarantees an interview for candidates who meet the minimum criteria and tell us that they'd like to be considered under the scheme. The selection decision at interview will be based on the most suitable candidate, regardless of any protected characteristic.

We offer a flexible, person-centred working environment and are open to exploring various flexible working patterns, including hybrid working.

Please apply via our online application form, we are unable to accept CVs. If you are unable to complete or application due to accessibility needs, please contact us.

Closing date for applications is Tuesday 30th September 2025 (23:59).

If you’re successfully shortlisted we’ll see you at an interview during w/c 13th October 2025.

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