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Are you a strategic relationship builder with a passion for meaningful impact?
An integral member of the senior leadership team, you will drive the growth of complex donor portfolios, nurture long-term corporate and philanthropy partnerships, as well as leading our trusts, legacies, and individual giving programmes. Your expertise in major gift fundraising, senior stakeholder engagement, and bespoke stewardship will be key to building sustainable relationships that deliver lasting results.
This is an exciting opportunity to deepen supporter engagement, shape the future of giving at Willen Hospice and deliver the sustainable income that allows us to grow and expand our support to all that need it.
What you’ll do:
✅ Lead and embed a culture of transformational fundraising across the organisation.
✅ Develop and deliver ambitious strategies for corporate fundraising, major donor engagement, legacy & in-memory giving and regular giving.
✅ Lead, inspire and grow a skilled fundraising team.
✅ Oversee an income portfolio of c.£5 million, ensuring sustainable growth.
What you’ll need:
You will be an experienced, strategic leader who thrives on building connections and influencing at the highest level. A natural ambassador, you will combine innovative thinking with a track record of delivering income growth. You’ll be confident engaging with senior stakeholders, passionate about impact, and committed to developing people and partnerships that last.
Who we are:
Set in the tranquil grounds of Willen Lake, Willen Hospice is the leading provider of specialist palliative care in the Milton Keynes area. We offer round-the-clock, expert care to local patients with a life-limiting illness, both in their own homes and in our In-Patient Unit. Our passionate staff and volunteers make sure our care is personalised to each patient’s needs and supports their loved ones too. We have a thriving Therapeutic & Wellbeing service providing counselling, physiotherapy, activity groups and more, and a specialist Lymphoedema service. As a registered charity, we raise vital funds through our dedicated income generation team and our growing portfolio of high street and online shops, to ensure our care stays free of charge.
Why join us?
- A role with purpose – make an impact by supporting exceptional palliative care.
- Supportive and caring environment – work with passionate, like minded-colleagues.
- Great benefits package – including 35 days' holiday, contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity/sick pay, and ongoing professional development.
- Perks and extras – free parking, subsidised catering, Blue Light Card discounts (with membership), and access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
Bring your strategic vision, your passion for people, and your drive to deliver results. Together, we’ll grow a future where everyone in our community can access outstanding end-of-life care.
Hybrid working considered following a period of Induction.
For an informal conversation, please contact Margaret Dovies, Executive PA
Closing date: 1st October
Interview date: 6th October
We provide free, compassionate care to adults in Milton Keynes and surrounding areas living with a life-limiting illness.



Proudly supporting and developing Youth Work across the North West and beyond.
We partner with young people and organisations to ensure their voices are heard. We nurture youth work practice, create networks, broker partnerships, and open opportunities for collaboration.udly supporting and developing Youth Work across the North West and beyond.
Our youth voice work enables young people to make a difference individually, locally, regionally and nationally. We are passionate about including young people in decision making and ensuring they have influence over matters that affect their lives.
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Youth Voice & Engagement Manager to lead our work with young people across the North West.
This role will develop and deliver our Youth Voice offer, manage the Youth Voice delivery team, and take the lead in driving the youth voice and engagement element of Synergy, a new National Lottery Community Funded programme.
Working closely with partners and services, the successful candidate will grow youth voice activity, strengthen networks, and create meaningful opportunities for young people to influence positive change locally, regionally and nationally.
Benefits:
- Training and development
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing initiatives
- Free parking at the office
- 25 days Annual Leave plus an additional day off on your birthday (pro rata)
To improve the lives of young people in the North West of England by providing opportunities for them to engage and become active citizens.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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For 140 years, the Forces Employment Charity has proudly supported Service leavers, veterans, and their families in building successful civilian careers. We provide veterans with life-long, life-changing support, jobs, and training opportunities, regardless of circumstances, rank, length of service, or reason for leaving.
By working for FEC, you will become part of a vibrant team living the charity’s values: Expert, Supportive, Passionate, Open and Honest, Resilient, and Collaborative.
Brief role description
To establish and develop employer relationships to source and promote suitable, quality vacancies and vocational opportunities for all Service Leavers (Sl), (including CTP Assist and Early Service Leavers), Veterans, Reservists and Spouses on other Forces Employment Charity (FEC) programmes.
The RAM will take an Apprenticeship-to-Executive approach to employer engagement by initiating, developing, and managing relationships with employers and employer organisations across a wide range of sectors within their specified region (South of England).
Interested? Want to know more about the Charity? Check out our website
Eager to know more about the role? Have a look at the Job Description attached.
What’s in it for you? Check out our Benefits.
Have we convinced you to apply? If so, submit your CV and Covering Letter by Friday, 10 October 2025.
Got questions about the role? Get in touch with the People Team
Please note: Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert; therefore, we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.
If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made The People Team aware before applying.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff by fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone, including those with disabilities, can thrive, develop, and achieve their full potential. We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and ensure reasonable adjustments are made to support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that residency and security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process.
We provide life-changing support, jobs and training opportunities to Service leavers, veterans, reservists and their spouses, partners and Children



Join National AIDS Trust, the UK’s leading HIV rights charity, and help us stop HIV from standing in the way of health, dignity and equality - and end new transmissions for good.
We’re looking for a creative, driven communications professional to lead exciting campaigns and create powerful digital content that grows our audience and drives engagement with HIV rights.
In this role, you’ll:
· Develop and deliver communications strategies and campaigns.
· Create compelling content across digital and traditional channels.
· Collaborate with internal teams on national initiatives.
· Analyse and report on performance to maximise impact.
You’ll need:
· Proven experience delivering communications campaigns.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· A proactive, creative mindset and strong media relations skills.
This is a brilliant opportunity to make a real impact on human rights and public health in a fast-paced, supportive, and mission-driven environment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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.
PACT Animal Sanctuary rescues, rehabilitates and rehomes domestic animals and has a dedicated wildlife hospital for local wildlife.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join Our Mission to Transform Cancer Care
Senior Grants Executive
Chelsea or Sutton (Hybrid working) | Fixed Term (12–14 months) | £35,000–£38,000 per annum
Are you an experienced administrator with a passion for purpose-driven work? Do you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your skills can make a real difference? Join The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity as our new Senior Grants Executive and help us fund life-saving research, treatment, and care.
About Us
The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity exists to improve the lives of people affected by cancer. From funding cutting-edge equipment and pioneering research to creating world-class patient environments, we are committed to transforming cancer care in the UK and beyond.
We’ve raised over £90 million in the past three years and are now embarking on our most ambitious strategy yet—raising £215 million over five years.
The Role
As Senior Grants Executive, you’ll play a vital role in the post-award administration of our grants programme, ensuring that funding is effectively managed and impactful. You’ll work closely with The Royal Marsden hospital staff, fundraisers, and communications teams to support a wide range of projects—from psychological support services to early-phase drug development.
You’ll also:
· Administer grant-funded projects such as Pre-doctoral Fellowships and Quality Improvement initiatives.
· Support the implementation of a new Grants Management System.
· Provide timely, accurate information to fundraising and marketing teams.
· Help ensure donor funds are used effectively and transparently.
Who We’re Looking For
You’ll be a confident communicator and skilled organiser with:
· Significant experience in administration, ideally in the charity, NHS, or academic sectors.
· Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
· High proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially SharePoint, Word, and Excel.
· A keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
A scientific background and experience with grants or finance systems are desirable but not essential.
What We Offer
· 27 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising with service)
· Generous pension scheme with up to 6% employer contribution
· Enhanced maternity/adoption pay and flexible working options
· Life insurance, employee assistance programme, and more
· Bright, modern offices in Chelsea and Sutton with subsidised canteens
Inclusion Matters
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and walks of life.
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you.
Are you a strategic leader with a passion for fundraising, communications, and community impact? Vauxhall City Farm is looking for a visionary Head of Fundraising and Engagement to shape and drive the income and engagement strategies that will support our ambitious growth as we reach our 50th anniversary in 2026. As part of the Senior Management Team, you will play a pivotal role in developing our next five-year strategy, while leading fundraising, marketing, and events that bring our mission to life. This is a unique opportunity to lead in a purpose-driven organisation, championing innovation and impact in one of London’s leading city farms.
We're looking for someone with:
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Proven senior leadership and stakeholder engagement experience
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A strong track record in growing income across fundraising streams
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Deep knowledge of charity fundraising, communications and marketing
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Experience managing teams, budgets, and complex projects
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Excellent strategic thinking and operational delivery skills
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Confidence working with Boards, funders and partners
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A collaborative, values-driven leadership style
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Strong understanding of governance, safeguarding and compliance
Our mission is to use the setting of our urban farm to provide a wide range of educational, recreational and therapeutic support programmes.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Coalition for Racial Equality and Rights (CRER) is seeking our next Executive Director. This is an opportunity to lead Scotland’s foremost strategic anti-racist organisation, taking forward its mission and objectives at a pivotal moment.
About Us
The Coalition for Racial Equality and Rights (CRER) is Scotland’s leading strategic anti-racist organisation. Based in Glasgow, we work to eliminate racial discrimination and harassment and to promote racial justice across Scotland through research, policy development, lobbying, campaigning and network-building.
Our mission is to protect, enhance and promote the rights of Black and minority ethnic (BME) communities across all areas of life in Scotland, strengthening their social, economic and political capital, particularly for those most at risk of disadvantage.
The Role
As Executive Director, you will be the senior officer responsible for the strategic leadership, policy development, office and staff management, financial control, stakeholder relationships and Company Secretary duties. You will ensure delivery of annual work plans, contractual compliance and organisational sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategy, Research and Policy Development: Provide strategic direction, delivering CRER’s vision, aims and objectives; lead development and execution of strategy with staff and Board, setting policy, research and advocacy priorities.
- Governance and Operational Management: Act as Company Secretary; oversee OSCR compliance; support the Board’s duties through guidance and information; prepare annual budgets; ensure sound financial management; oversee management accounts and annual reports; maintain infrastructure and regulatory compliance; implement risk management; develop funding applications and tender responses.
- Staff Leadership and Development: Lead and line-manage a motivated team; maintain and apply the CRER Policies and Procedures Handbook consistently.
- Stakeholder Relations and Public Relations: Manage external relationships with BME organisations, third sector, government, funders, academia, and parliamentarians; represent CRER in strategic discussions, public events, media, and on social media platforms.
- Other Duties: Any additional tasks required for effective organisational functioning.
Key Details
- Job Title: Executive Director
- Salary: £67,000 per annum
- Contract: Permanent, full-time (35 hours per week)
- Location: Hybrid home/office (minimum three days per week in our Glasgow City Centre office, with occasional travel across Scotland). Support with required relocation costs available.
Person specification:
- Degree level qualification or equivalent
- Expertise in strategic, anti-racist approaches to race equality
- Strong oral and written communication with diverse audiences
- Ability to interpret complex social policy and devise effective interventions for Black minority ethnic communities in Scotland
- Current awareness of developments in the race equality arena
- Lived experience of racialisation, applied to policy and practice
- Senior leadership with strategic planning and business implementation
- Proven track record in securing varied funding and managing charity finances and governance
- Skilled in report writing, research, presentations and policy influence
- Commitment to CRER’s mission, aims and values
- Relationship-building and interpersonal skills at all levels
- Strategic, analytical thinker who works well under pressure and exercises sound judgement
- Flexible team player with initiative
- Highly motivated self-starter driven to advance racial equality in Scotland
While prior experience in the above areas gained in a Scottish context would be desirable, CRER is keen to appoint the best person for the role wherever they may currently be, so long as they have the right to work in the UK.
The information pack can be found attached to this advert which includes details on how to apply. For an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please contact Jenny at Harris Hill via the apply button with suitable times to speak.
Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 22nd September 2025.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community, and will endeavour to promote equality for all candidates, in line with the protected characteristics and requirements of the Equality Act 2010.
Location: This role is home based. It will also require occasional travel for meetings and events
Hours: 4 days per week (28 hours)
Flexible working: Flexible working applications are welcome.
Reports to: Deputy CEO
Salary: Level 5. £28,500 per annum. £22,800 pro rata
Pension: Stakeholder pension scheme available
We are receiving a very high amount of applications for this role and may need to close this vacancy early, so please apply as soon as possible.
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Are you passionate about shaping learning experiences that inspire creativity and drive professional growth? Artswork is seeking a dedicated Learning Content Creator to join our dynamic Professional Development team. In this home-based role, you’ll design and produce high-quality digital and media resources – guides, eLearning modules, toolkits, and more – that support diverse learners across the UK’s youth and creative sectors and beyond. You’ll collaborate closely with the team, translating complex topics into accessible, engaging materials that champion inclusion, creativity, and best practice.
If you’re a detail-orientated, creative thinker with strong visual communication skills, recent experience with digital content tools, and a genuine commitment making learning accessible for all, we want to hear from you. Join us and help empower individuals and organisations to unlock their potential through innovative, impactful learning. Flexible working arrangements and a supportive, inclusive environment await you at Artswork.
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Main Responsibilites:
Content Development & Design
- Create high-quality digital and media learning materials, including guides, toolkits, presentations, eLearning modules and video resources tailored for creative professionals
- Translate complex topics into accessible, innovative and impactful learning content that supports a variety of professional development pathways and diverse audiences
- Use authoring tools (such as Articulate, Vyond, Canva, Thinkific etc.) to create interactive and visually engaging learning experiences, incorporating video, audio, and creative media
- Champion inclusion by ensuring all content reflects Artswork’s commitment to and standards of access, diversity, equality, inclusion and cultural relevance
- Upload, organise, and update course content on our Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring resources are accessible, easy to navigate and up to date
- Utilise insights from post-training assessments, platform engagement metrics, and qualitative feedback to refine and enhance learning materials and evolve our offer
Collaboration & Team working
- Work in collaboration with the Learning Development Manager, Professional Development team, subject matter experts, and clients to shape meaningful learning experiences
- Generate ideas that contribute to Artswork’s commitment to continuous quality improvement in its training and help us grow our learning offer
- Support project timelines, manage documentation, and contribute to the successful launch of new professional development programmes
- Contribute to the APD growth strategy through ideas and practical solutions
Sales and Marketing
- Ensure all content supports Artswork’s brand tone, visual identity and core messaging whilst supporting a high quality and effective learning journey for participants
- Work with the Sales & Marketing Lead and the Communications team to align training materials with product launches, campaign milestones, and promotional strategies
- Work with the Sales & Marketing Lead to repurpose existing content for marketing purposes
Administration and Legal Compliance
- Maintain positive, diplomatic professional relationships with colleagues and our participants, partners and stakeholders
- Adhere to Artswork’s values and its policies and procedures, i.e. Access, Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, Health and Safety, Data Protection, Safeguarding and Environmental policies
- Be a committed champion for Artswork’s Anti-Discrimination Charter
- Maintain and develop personal skills and knowledge through appropriate training
- Perform own administrative duties
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We provide a range of benefits for employees including:
- Flexible working options
- Generous 29 days holiday pro rata plus bank holidays including guaranteed time off between Christmas and New Year
- Access to the Sage Employee Benefits programme
- Stakeholder pension
- Additional wellbeing time, which allows you to take 25% of your hours back when you really need it
- Enhanced Parental Leave and Carer’s Leave Policies to help maintain a positive work life balance that recognises caring commitments
- 3 paid volunteering days a year, including 1 dedicated to environmental activities
We champion continuous professional development and offer all employees access to training opportunities, as well as investing in your learning and nurturing your aspirations with a £500 annual budget to be spent on training of your choice.
We empower young people to lead change through creativity – for themselves, their communities and the world.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Unfold
We are a bold, growing local charity powered by volunteers and dedicated staff who support young people and families to set and achieve goals that matter most to them. Through mentoring, peer groups, and specialist programmes for people seeking asylum and refugees, we are creating opportunities for growth, belonging, and brighter futures. Last year, we supported over 350 people, and we’re growing.
The Role
We are seeking a Funding and Impact Manager to help us achieve our ambitious growth plans. This is a pivotal role where you’ll blend strategic fundraising with impact storytelling, ensuring our programmes remain high-quality, sustainable, and far-reaching.
You’ll be working closely with our CEO, Deputy CEO, and Programme Managers to:
- Secure sustainable income streams through grants, trusts, corporate partnerships, and individual giving.
- Strengthen our impact measurement, analysing programme data to tell powerful stories of change.
- Support our fundraising strategy, from opportunity spotting to proposal writing and reporting.
- Build and maintain relationships with funders, partners, and supporters.
- Use and improve our CRM (Beacon) to manage funding pipelines and track programme outcomes.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is proactive, innovative, and passionate about making a measurable difference.
About You
To be successful in this role, you'll be:
- Experienced in third-sector fundraising and income generation.
- Skilled in monitoring and evaluation with the ability to turn data into insights and impact stories.
- A strong communicator with the ability to write compelling bids and reports.
- Collaborative, yet confident working independently.
- Aligned with our values of trust, compassion, and empowerment.
Experience with CRM systems and/or data visualisation (e.g. Power BI) would be an advantage.
Why Join Us?
- Holidays: 25 working days (along with additional Christmas closedown days)
- Pension: We offer a generous pension provision. New staff are automatically enrolled for a pension after three months, and after six months, we will match your contribution up to a maximum of 8%.
- Team working: We are a small but brilliant team: we're supportive, diverse, and we help each other out. There are always opportunities to get involved in different aspects of the organisation, or lead on new initiatives.
- Training opportunities: We want to ensure that our team is continuously learning and building expertise in their field. For this reason, we offer each team member two days per year dedicated to professional development and training opportunities.
- Wellbeing - How we feel matters: Staff have access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, and our staff Wellbeing Champions are leading on the design and delivery of our wellbeing strategy, including the review of our quarterly wellbeing survey. Staff have regular supervision sessions to encourage reflection and discussion on our work and wellbeing. Additionally, we’re excited to introduce three days a year dedicated to team-building activities. These days are an opportunity to build skills, foster connections, and recharge as a team!
- Flexible working: We're happy to consider flexible working arrangements in line with the requirements of the role.
- Working Environment: We work in a beautiful, accessible, eco-friendly co-working space with a number of other charities, with plants, a leafy roof terrace and free hot and cold drinks. With comfortable spaces to read quietly or talk in a group, our workspace is somewhere you'll want to be.
Unfold supports families and young people in London, helping them get where they want to be through mentoring powered by volunteers and support groups

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Stonyhurst – Director of Fundraising
Location: Remote working with travel as needed and appropriate time at Stonyhurst, Clitheroe, Lancashire to deliver the requirements of the role.
Salary: £100,000 per annum.
Contract: Permanent, full-time.
Stonyhurst College, the UK’s leading Catholic co-educational boarding and day school for pupils aged 3-18, is seeking a high value fundraising expert to design and deliver a high-performing philanthropic programme to ensure long-term sustainability.
Stonyhurst is the oldest continuously existing Jesuit school in the world – founded in 1593 in France, the College moved to its present site in Lancashire’s Ribble Valley near the market town of Clitheroe in 1794. As well as encouraging pupils to achieve their academic potential, the school works to develop well-rounded, competent future adults who can help change the world for others.
Working across the site and the wider community, the Director of Fundraising will lead on the development and delivery of a multi-year fundraising strategy aligned with the College’s long-term vision and priorities, to help secure transformational giving for Stonyhurst. The role will be responsible for increasing income growth across capital, bursary, endowment and unrestricted giving, with a strong focus on major gifts and sustainable donor relationships, as well as personally managing a portfolio of high-value donors and prospects, and cultivating and stewarding six, seven and eight-figure gifts.
The role will involve some travel nationally and internationally to engage supporters and prospects, and the post-holder will be expected to act as ambassador for Stonyhurst, championing their mission and values.
This is a particularly exciting time to be joining Stonyhurst, with a new strategic plan committed to the highest quality of Jesuit formation and the continuous development of the school’s historic estate over the coming years.
The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, with a track record in building relationships with alumni, partners, stakeholders and donors, and in shaping and implementing effective fundraising strategies to drive income growth. With a strong background in high-value fundraising, they will have personally led the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of high-value donors. Excellent research and analytical skills will be a must, combined with honed interpersonal skills and the proven ability to establish and maintain good relationships with a diverse range of people. Finally, candidates will have an affinity with private education and with the mission and purpose of Stonyhurst.
This role offers a rare opportunity to work in a beautiful setting, based in 1,000 acres of stunning countryside and to join a rich educational tradition that is five centuries old, spanning the globe.
Please download our Candidate Pack for further information [PDF], which includes details on how to apply.
Closing date: Monday 13th October, 9.00 am.
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The Childhood Trust is London's child poverty charity. We are dedicated to creating opportunities and brighter futures for the 700,000 children growing up in poverty in London. While we work to alleviate today’s impact of poverty, we support children and families to build pathways to become happier, healthier, safer and more resilient, breaking the cycles of inequity. Listening to and engaging with young people who have experience of living in poverty, is critical to ensuring our efforts truly reflect their needs and aspirations.
As Director of Fundraising, you will be a key member of our senior leadership team delivering on the strategic objectives of the charity with responsibility for raising £4m this financial year in voluntary income for the Childhood Trust across trusts & foundations, corporates, major donors and community. Delivering growth year on year to support the ambitious plans of the organisation. Directly managing three ‘Heads Of’ fundraising roles, you will create a new fundraising strategy, steer the fundraising team’s activities, secure funding, and cultivate relationships that fuel our mission.
Benefits to working at the Childhood Trust include:
- Competitive holiday package including a day off for your birthday and the days between Christmas and New Year Off
- Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave
- Flexible working environment
- Hybrid working, with the expectation of ideally two days in our office in Victoria a week
- Part time hours are considered
To read more about the responsibilities in the role, please read the attached Job description.
We are aiming to hold interviews the week beginning the 6th October.
Please submit your CV and Cover letter.
The Philharmonia is looking to appoint an experienced and inspiring Head of Education & Community Engagement to lead on the day to day running of learning projects, with a firm focus on developing and growing this work. With a proven track record of creative leadership, innovation and producing high quality music education and community projects, successful applicants will be led by a passionate belief in the power of orchestral music to transform lives, whether as audiences or participants.
Centred around our ambition to deepen our engagement in our residencies in and out of London, this role will be responsible for the creative and strategic development and execution of both our long-established programmes (like Hear and Now, and Orchestra Unwrapped), as well as co-creating and developing new, innovative projects addressing real needs in schools and community settings. The role will have a strong direct connection with our Community Boards, the advisory bodies in our residency areas, and the Music Hubs, as partners and co-creators. Candidates should have a progressive and well-informed approach to place-based and grassroots music-making and project creation, and a strong understanding of the latest developments in the music education landscape.
Combining a keen grasp of participant needs, with sound understanding of commissioner and funder requirements, as well as a can-do, entrepreneurial attitude, this is a great opportunity for a senior manager to progress to the next level of leadership within the sector and shape the education and community engagement programmes of a leading orchestra.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Planning:
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Undertake research and mapping as required to ensure that projects and programmes respond to local and regional needs and is distinctive and complementary in the context of other providers.
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Keep abreast of educational policy and practice at national and regional governmental level, ensuring that project development is aligned with current thinking and strategy.
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Develop new bespoke and innovative education and community projects in strategic partnership with local and national bodies, allied to the core work of the Orchestra.
Leadership and Management:
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Provide creative leadership and direction for the Learning and Engagement Department, reflecting and clearly articulating the Philharmonia’s vision, mission and values
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Develop and motivate the members of the Learning and Engagement Team, and as required, manage the Learning & Engagement team’s support staff, such as freelance Project Managers, animateurs and musicians
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Sustain and strengthen existing partnerships for funding and delivery with key stakeholders including other NPOs, Local Authorities, Music Education Hubs, community groups, arts organisations and venues, private and public development agencies and schools, colleges and universities.
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Represent the Orchestra on the Strategic Boards of appropriate bodies in London and residencies (for example, music hubs)
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Ensure that key national and regional stakeholders have a detailed understanding of the Orchestra’s Learning and Engagement work, as well as ensuring effective and constructive communication with artists and musicians engaged in the Philharmonia Orchestra’s Learning and Engagement Programme
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Represent the Philharmonia Orchestra at external meetings and conferences, as required, acting as an advocate and ambassador for the Orchestra.
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Lead and manage the Safeguarding for the Orchestra, ensure that the Philharmonia Orchestra’s safeguarding policy and procedure is up to date and effectively implemented, including taking responsibility as the Philharmonia’s Designated Safeguarding Officer; ensure that all relevant staff and freelance practitioners have current DBS checks.
Programme Management and Delivery:
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Oversee evaluations of all projects to share outcomes with stakeholders and partners and to learn lessons for developing and delivering future projects.
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Agree and manage budgets for the Learning and Engagement Department
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Commission and oversee production of project-specific marketing materials.
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Help to develop and support the Orchestra’s Audience Development Strategy, in close partnership with the Marketing Director.
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Oversee all aspects of project management, planning and production of the various projects and workshops which make up the Philharmonia’s Learning Programme
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Deputise for the Director of L&E as required
Skills and Qualifications
Essential:
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Minimum five years’ experience in a relevant role
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Knowledge of the education and community learning landscape
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Experience with managing and monitoring budgets
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Experience with producing and devising large scale, education, community or participation projects
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Excellent communication skills, with a personable and approachable style
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Experience of reporting tools and data visualisation, ideally for funders
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Passion and interest for music and the arts, with an excellent understanding of orchestras and classical music repertoire
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Ability to read music and orchestral scores
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Ability to lead, mentor and train a team
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Willingness to have a hands-on attitude
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Willingness to work unsocial hours, including evenings and weekends – must want to attend concerts and learning projects
Desirable:
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An education or community learning qualification or degree
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Experience of creating external reports and evaluations
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Communications and Impact Lead
Full time (part time will be considered)
Hybrid (with a minimum of 2 days in our office on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus)
Permanent contract
£43,000- £46,000 per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Do you want to make a difference to healthcare globally? Do you have skills and experience in Communications, Marketing and Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning? Come and join a brilliant team working from the Cambridge Biomedical Campus and with partners across the world.
For nearly twenty years, Cambridge Global Health Partnerships (CGHP) has been strengthening health systems across the world through education, reciprocal learning, and relationship building. CGHP uses a health partnership model - working with hospitals, governments and health organisations in Cambridgeshire and East of England region and in low- and middle- income countries (LMIC) to provide specialist expertise, support shared learning and encourage sustainable change. This is a two-way process involving NHS staff, trainees and students working with LMIC partners using a hybrid working model combining online working and exchange visits. CGHP is a charitable programme based on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus and is a linked charity to Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust.
We are recruiting for a Communications and Impact Lead who will lead these functions within CGHP and will be a member of the CGHP Senior Leadership Team. You will work at a tactical and strategic level with responsibility for increasing understanding of our impact and raising our profile to enable CGHP to achieve our strategic ambition. The role will ensure effective impact measurement, communication, promotion, marketing and engagement to support our goals. The role requires excellence measuring impact and communicating with people and groups on all issues and at all levels and. Creativity in communication to effectively tell our story will be key, as will confidence and understanding of monitoring, evaluation and learning.
We are looking for someone imaginative, creative, and dynamic with excellent organisational skills who can ensure that our impact is measured and recognised, and our story is heard. The position is the ideal role for someone who has a combination of skills and experience of communications, impact analysis and project management.
To see a full job description and person specification please visit our website
The closing date for applications is 28th September 2025, however we reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received or a successful candidate is found.
Application Process: Please send your CV and a covering letter explaining why you are a good fit for the role by email
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Do you want to bring about a culture shift in the way services are delivered to young women and girls?
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Can you lead the expansion of Abianda’s training programmes, ensuring they contribute to systems change for young women affected by criminal exploitation and violence?
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Are you a visionary and collaborative leader who can drive growth and income for a unique and thriving charity?
Abianda is a London-based charity that works with young women and girls affected by criminal exploitation and violence, and the professionals who support them. We exist to ensure young women are no longer hidden in our communities and can live free from harm and abuse. We aim to bring about a culture shift in how services are delivered to young women and girls, so that they can access support that works for them when they need it.
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Partnerships and Development to lead and drive our growth, ensuring the long-term sustainability and expansion of our work.
The role will involve combining strategic leadership and operational delivery, with a particular focus on expanding Abianda’s training programmes across the UK, increasing unrestricted income, strengthening partnerships and overseeing impact measurement.
As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), you will work collaboratively with SLT colleagues to drive Abianda’s strategic objectives, ensuring that all our programmes are delivered effectively across our remit. This role requires dynamic strategic and operational leadership, as well as a commitment to driving the development of best practices within the sector.
This is an exciting time to join the Abianda team. With an ambitious strategy in place, and after securing social investment to support the growth of our training programmes, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the organisation's future. You will ensure that our training, consultancy, and income-generating activities are aligned with our mission to support young women affected by criminal exploitation and violence. You will develop and implement strategies to scale our programmes to a national audience, drive income generation through training and fundraising, and enhance our external partnerships to increase Abianda’s reach and influence.
Job details:
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Salary: £45,000 per annum, plus pension (reviewed annually)
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Full-time, 35 hours (however we are currently on a 31.5 hour-week trial that will likely be extended)
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Two-year fixed-term contract
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25 days holiday per annum pro rata, plus bank holidays
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Flexible working - hybrid working including from our office in London N5, from home and travel around London and the UK for training delivery
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Reporting to Abianda’s Founder & CEO
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Abianda provides a generous benefits and training and development budget for all employees
Our mission is to support young women harmed by criminal exploitation and violence to develop independence and agency.
