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Lead on the development of fundraising support to our 42 cathedrals. A test-and-learn role, with a discovery phase, pilot delivery and the strategic development of programmes, resources and training that are proven to grow fundraised income.
Description
This role is to develop the fundraising support we offer our 42 cathedrals. Church of England cathedrals play a uniquely significant role in national, civic and spiritual life, serving first and foremost as centres of Christian worship and the seat of the bishop, but also as some of the country's most important cultural and community institutions. They act as focal points for diocesan life and as places where people gather for major moments of public celebration and grief, while also contributing extensively to education, music, heritage, tourism and local economies. Their scale, history and openness mean they attract millions of visitors, many of whom are not regular churchgoers, offering space for reflection, creativity and engagement with the Christian story.
However, this breadth of purpose brings significant challenges: cathedrals must balance worship with growing expectations as civic and cultural venues, operate in an increasingly secular and diverse society, and maintain complex historic buildings with limited and often uncertain funding. With many facing structural financial deficits and high costs for maintenance and staffing, alongside reliance on fundraising, grants and visitor income, their long-term sustainability depends on improving and expanding their fundraising activity and successfully developing new income streams while safeguarding their core mission and heritage.
This role is deliberately designed as a test-and-learn function. Its future scope and resourcing will be shaped by the evidence generated through its work. There is a clear expectation that, subject to demonstrated impact, this role will contribute to the development of a sustainable and appropriately resourced model of fundraising support for cathedrals across the Church of England.
This role is a three year fixed term contract.
Closing Date - 19th July 2026
Interviews will take place in Church House, London, on Wednesday, 29 July 2026.
Responsibilities
The Head of Cathedral Fundraising Development is a newly established role within the Giving Directorate and working alongside the B&C team, responsible for strengthening and developing fundraising capacity across the 42 mainland cathedrals of the Church of England. This role is funded for an initial 3-year period, and there is an expectation this work will grow and develop during this period should the audit and piloting of support in the first twelve months identify the need for ongoing support.
Reporting to the Director of Giving (who will line manage you, agree your work plans and development, and who you will be responsible to for the successful delivery of the agreed work plans) and also accountable to the Director of Bishoprics & Cathedrals (to ensure the work meets the needs of the Bishoprics & Cathedrals department, and aligns with their various work streams), this role will lead a programme of discovery, pilot delivery, and strategic development to determine the most effective models of fundraising support for cathedrals. The postholder will work closely with cathedral leaders, development teams, and national colleagues to build confidence, test approaches, and develop scalable solutions grounded in demonstrable impact. This testing of approaches will involve engaging with, and supporting, cathedrals in their fundraising approaches to high net worth individuals, grant making trusts and others, so that tangible evidence of impact can be seen.
Strategic Development
- Lead a structured audit of fundraising capacity, resources, and opportunities across the cathedral network
- Analyse findings to identify strategic priorities, gaps, and opportunities for development
- Develop a compelling vision and roadmap for national cathedral fundraising support
Pilot Design and Delivery
- Assimilate existing data from cathedrals, the NCIs and others to help shape fundraising pilots so they align business needs with the wider mission of cathedrals
- Design and implement a range of pilot initiatives to test different models of fundraising support (e.g. advisory, shared services, training, or targeted interventions) and to work with a small number of cathedrals to seize immediate opportunities
- Evaluate the effectiveness and impact of pilots, using both qualitative and quantitative measures
- Iterate and refine approaches based on evidence and learning
Stakeholder Engagement
- Build strong, trusted relationships with cathedral Deans, Development Directors, Chapters, and senior lay leaders
- Work collaboratively to understand local context and tailor support accordingly
- Act as a credible and influential ambassador for fundraising development across the cathedral network
- Ensure regular visits to cathedrals to develop relationships and build credibility
- Liaise with other Cathedral stakeholders (such as the AEC) to ensure strong alignment of outcomes
- Ensure effective co-ordination with national marketing initiatives of the AEC and others to ensure maximisation of impact
Cross-Directorate Collaboration
- Work closely with colleagues across the Giving Directorate to maximise opportunities for cathedrals to benefit from national initiatives, tools, and resources
- Ensure alignment between cathedral fundraising development and wider giving strategy
Partnership with Bishoprics & Cathedrals
- Work in close partnership with the Bishoprics & Cathedrals Department
- Provide regular progress updates to the Director of Bishoprics & Cathedrals
- Contribute to the development of future funding proposals and bids
Impact, Business Case, and Growth
- Develop a robust evidence base to demonstrate impact and value, including evidence of money raised for cathedrals because of this role, as well as evidencing greater awareness of funding opportunities within the cathedral network and documenting new opportunities for funding that this role has established
- Produce clear recommendations for future investment and resourcing
- Shape proposals for scaling successful approaches across the cathedral network
About You
Essential Experience
- Significant experience in senior fundraising roles (philanthropy, trusts, or institutional fundraising)
- Track record of developing or scaling fundraising capability within organisations
- Experience working with senior stakeholders and influencing without direct authority
- Experience operating in complex, multi-stakeholder environments
- Experience designing and evaluating programmes or pilots
Desirable Experience
- Experience working with cathedrals, heritage organisations, or within the Church of England
- Experience of national or network-wide programme development
- Experience contributing to funding bids or strategic investment cases
Skills and Abilities
- Strategic thinking: Ability to translate insight into practical, scalable solutions
- Influencing and relationship-building: Able to quickly build credibility and trust with senior leaders
- Analytical capability: Strong ability to assess capacity, diagnose issues, and evaluate impact
- Programme design: Experience creating and managing pilots or innovation programmes
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication, including reporting to senior stakeholders
- Collaboration: Ability to work across teams, departments, and organisational boundaries
- Adaptability: Comfortable working in a new, evolving role with high levels of ambiguity
Personal Attributes
- Credible, confident, and able to operate at senior levels
- Curious and insight-driven, with a strong learning mindset
- Resilient and self-starting, able to shape work in an emerging area
- Work effectively remotely as part of a wider dispersed team
- Committed to the mission and values of the Church of England
Qualifications
- Degree level qualification or equivalent
- Relevant professional qualification (e.g. Chartered Institute of Fundraising) or equivalent experience
The Church of England’s vocation is and always has been to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ afresh in each generation to the people of England.



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Help us make sure no one living with nystagmus ever feels alone. We're looking for a Chief Executive who can turn a trusted, growing charity into a fundraising and communications powerhouse.
The Nystagmus Network is a small charity with an excellent reputation. For forty years, we've been the voice people turn to when they need it most. Whether that's a parent whose child has just been diagnosed, an adult navigating a new condition, or a clinician looking for a research partner with expertise in patient involvement. We've built that trust one relationship at a time, and now we're ready to grow it into something bigger.
We need a Chief Executive who sees fundraising at the heart of the charity, and as storytelling with a purpose. If you thrive on walking into a room with a funder and leaving with a partnership, you're the person for us. Securing significant income through trust and statutory bids sits at the heart of this role, and so does the expertise in demonstrating impact. Sharp, compelling reporting that shows funders and supporters exactly what their money makes possible.
We're looking for someone who can shape a communications and brand presence that matches the strength of our reputation, someone with experience in setting direction for external-facing content, comfortable working with fractional expertise to keep our voice consistent and professional, and just as comfortable being the face of that voice themselves. You'll be equally at home talking research priorities with an ophthalmologist as you are meeting a family with an unexpected diagnosis.
This is a hands-on role in a lean, ambitious organisation. You'll hold real responsibility for strategy, governance and our external profile, working closely with a supportive Board of Trustees, but you'll also be close enough to the work to take ownership of the insight and data that prove it's working. We want to hear from you if the idea of taking real ownership of all aspects of running a charity appeals to you, if you are a self starter with the skills to manage a wide range of projects and ideas.
You do not need to have been a Chief Executive before. What you do need is real sector experience, credibility with funders and trustees, and the drive to turn ambition into a deliverable plan. We particularly welcome applications from people with personal experience of nystagmus or other eye conditions.
If you can bring both the strategic weight and the storytelling instinct this next chapter needs, we would love to hear from you.
Part-time · 3 days per week · 12-month fixed-term contract · £44,000-48,000 per annum, depending on experience (pro rata) · Remote, with periodic in-person meetings
Please keep cover letters to one page maximum and be sure to answer the following questions:
1. What is it about your previous experience that makes you a good fit for this role?
2. Please describe what you consider to be the biggest opportunities for the Nystagmus network
3. What made you apply for this role?
Our mission is to champion the cause of the nystagmus community we support.
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About the role
As local campaigning lead in our award-winning public affairs and campaigns team, you will play a pivotal role in driving Sands’ mission to save babies’ lives and ensure bereaved families receive the care and support they need.
You will need experience of delivering and evaluating impactful campaigns, and of working in close partnership with those with lived experience to create meaningful, lasting change at a local or national level.
This is a dynamic, outward-facing role that combines strategic campaigning with hands-on community organising. You will have the skills to support and develop a network of local campaigners, empowering volunteers and supporters to take action in their communities, influence decision-makers, and improve services over the long term. You will also feel comfortable representing Sands at a local level, developing strong relationships to amplify the organisation’s voice and impact.
Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will ensure campaigns are evidence-based, inclusive, and shaped by the lived experiences of diverse bereaved families. You will create compelling content and digital actions, support media engagement, and use data and insight to evaluate impact and continuously strengthen our approach.
This role offers an opportunity to combine leadership, influencing and community engagement skills in a purpose-driven environment, making a tangible difference to families and communities across the UK.
Main Purpose of Job
To lead Sands’ local campaigning function.
Co-lead impactful campaigns at a local and devolved nation level with bereaved parents and families, supporting Sands core aims to save babies lives and ensure anyone affected by the death of a baby receives the care and support they need by:
1. Leading the implementation and evaluation of Sands local campaigns to further our core aims.
2. Developing the capacity of Sands local volunteers, supporters and campaigners to take action to improve their local services in the long-term.
3. Ensuring that Sands campaigns are evidence based and reflect the views and experiences of a diverse range of bereaved parents and families.
Principle Tasks and Responsibilities
Leading implementation, and evaluation of Sands local campaigns to further Sands core aims.
- Lead local campaigns at Sands in line with our local campaigning strategy, collaborating and planning with key internal stakeholders, and staying up to date with best practise in local campaigning and community organising techniques externally.
- Evaluate the success of the local campaigns with internal and external stakeholders, implementing recommendations for future improvement.
- Work with colleagues to grow Sands’ local campaigning presence across the UK, including supporting funding applications to build staff capacity.
- Manage the budget for local campaigning.
- Represent Sands at a local level, attending meetings, and building relationships, with local politicians, NHS and council officials, journalists, third sector organisations, and other local stakeholders.
- Produce engaging campaigns content for use digitally across different platforms and in hard copy, working with the engagement team to ensure asks are effectively communicated to key audiences.
- Create compelling e-actions to support our campaigns using the Sands digital campaigning platform.
- Work with colleagues to support the production of press releases and responses to media inquiries.
- Organise campaigns meetings and events (virtual or in person).
- Recruit and line manage local campaigns staff, supporting and collaborating with them to roll out impactful local campaigns in more areas (subject to future funding).
Developing the capacity of Sands volunteers, supporters, and campaigners to take action to improve their local services in the long-term.
- Manage local campaign groups of bereaved parents and families, empowering and motivating them to implement campaigns to solve issues that affect them and create long-term change in their communities.
- Using community organising techniques to build the capacity of local campaigners and groups to campaign independently in the long-term – connecting local people, facilitating workshops and discussions, developing local campaign leaders, and recruiting new members into campaigns.
- Work collaboratively with teams working with Sands supporters and volunteers to maximise the impact of our campaigns, including supporting the creation of effective campaign supporter journeys.
- Create written and visual resources to support campaigning.
- Develop training sessions to build campaigning skills, to be delivered online or in person, or recorded.
- Provide advice and support to Sands campaigners via email, telephone and video call.
- Ensure key data and information about Sands campaigns and our campaigners are up to date and stored in the relevant place, including the Sands database.
Ensure that Sands campaigns are evidence based and reflect the views and experiences of a diverse range of bereaved parents and families.
· Undertake evidence gathering projects to support Sands campaigns work, including collating and analysing data and presenting findings in an accessible and engaging way.
· Ensure that the views of bereaved parents and families inform Sands campaigns and provide opportunities for Sands volunteers to get involved in our campaigning activity.
· Provide direct support to bereaved parents to help them become confident campaigners, so they are well informed, equipped to speak out and know how to go about it.
General tasks
· Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role as required by the Head of Public Affairs and Campaigns and the Director of Research, Education and Policy.
· Model the culture and values of Sands at all times.
· Work flexibly with other members of staff and team, with some evening/weekend working.
· Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professional conduct.
· Abide by all Sands Policies and Procedures and undertake all mandatory training as required.
· Participate actively in annual appraisals and personal development reviews.
· Actively promote and embody the vision, mission, and values of Sands including a commitment to Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EEDI).
· Occasional evening and weekend working.
This job description is not contractual and may be amended from time to time to reflect the changing needs of the organisation.
We are here to support everyone touched by pregnancy loss or the death of a baby. Always.


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This is a Senior Operational Management role within Family Action.
The post holder will provide both strategic and operational support to Family Action’s adult mental health services in Bolton and Wigan:
• Bolton Listening Lounge and Wigan Crisis Space: operating from 3pm to 10pm, 7 days a week. These services form part of the Greater Manchester VCSE Crisis Pathway, a non-clinical alternative to A&E offering support to people experiencing mental and emotional distress and suicidal ideation
• Sub-contracted to TOGS Mind, Family Action is a VCSE delivery partner for the 111 press 2 / Mental Health Urgent Triage team located within the Northwest Ambulance Service call centres.
Listening Lounge Services in Bolton and Wigan operate between the hours of 3pm and 10pm 7 days a week. There is an expectation that the post holder will work to a flexible rota to meet the needs of the service and to provide onsite management support. Typically, this will include at least 2 weekend days per month from 2pm to 10pm on site – one in Bolton and one in Wigan, and two evenings per month during the week from 2pm to 10pm. These to be arranged in collaboration with the Service Managers from Bolton Listening Lounge and Wigan Crisis Space.
The Operational Manager will also be a member of the North Operational Management team that reports to the Deputy Director of Services & Innovation.
The postholder will share Family Action’s vision and ethos – which is a vision that society understands the importance and power of family as a foundation for individual futures and connected, resilient communities.
Family Action is an award-winning national charity working from the heart of local communities across England and Wales.



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Deputy CEO and Creative Director Role
We are looking for a Deputy CEO/Creative Director to working alongside the CEO/Creative Director to contribute to the artistic vision, creative, entrepreneurial and strategic leadership of the charity.
For over 40 years, the organisation has co-created inclusive, artistic opportunities with diverse communities.
This work enhances wellbeing and celebrates culture and heritage.
We call this Art for a Reason.
Position: Deputy CEO / Creative Director Role
Location: Manchester/Hybrid (3-4 days in the office, with one day being a Wednesday)
Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week
Salary: £43,869 plus a 7.5% employer pension contribution
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Wednesday 8 July at 5pm
Interview Date: Thursday 16 & Friday 17 July
The Role
In this pivotal role, the Deputy CEO/Creative Director is responsible for working alongside the CEO/Creative Director to contribute to the artistic vision, creative, entrepreneurial and strategic leadership of the charity. Line managed by the CEO/Creative Director, you will lead on daily operations including governance, fundraising, marketing, embedding EDI across all aspects of the company’s operations and contribute to artistic programming to achieve our project objectives and strategic targets.
You will deputise as ambassador for the organisation and foster strong stakeholder relationships and will build relationships with the current major funders including the Arts Council England (the charity is not an NPO), Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) and the Garfield Weston Foundation. On occasion, you may be required to deputise for the CEO/Creative Director.
About You
We are looking for a leader with a proven track record in creative/cultural leadership, who can contribute to the implementation of an artistic programme, oversee complex budgets, and foster productive relationships with a Board of Trustees. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion are embedded in the work with communities experiencing inequality, exclusion or barriers to participation.
About the Organisation
Join a dynamic participatory arts charity based in Rochdale, dedicated to using creative practice as a catalyst for social change. For over 40 years the organisation has co-created inclusive, artistic opportunities with diverse communities that enhance wellbeing and celebrate culture and heritage. We call this Art for a Reason. Through a range of initiatives from Art for Wellbeing to community-led festivals, the team provide opportunities for people to explore their heritage, find their voice, and experience the transformative power of the arts. The vision is for a world where everyone has access and opportunities to create, participate and belong.
We particularly encourage applications from individuals who live in Rochdale and/or identify as being of the global majority, disabled, neurodiverse and/or LGBTQ+/and or non-binary communities. The successful candidate will be offered the post subject to an enhanced DBS check and references.
You may also have experience in areas such as Programme Coordinator/manager, Learning and Engagement, Director, Creative Director, Operations Director, CEO, Director of Creative, Joint CEO, Deputy CEO, Assistant CEO, Chief Exec, Assistant Chief Exec, Deputy Chief Exec. #INDNFP
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MioCare is an organisation that cares deeply about the people it supports and the quality of the services it delivers across Oldham. We’re a place where people stay, grow, and do meaningful work. We’re deliberate about creating a genuinely supportive culture, and our employee engagement survey feedback shows that this is something people truly experience.
Our ambition is to be outstanding: to provide the very best care and support for residents in Oldham and beyond. Achieving this means delivering consistently high-quality services that continue to improve over time.
As we enter our next phase of growth, we are looking for a Head of Commercial to help us turn this ambition into reality. Working closely with the Managing Director and Senior Leadership Team, this role will focus on building partnerships, securing new opportunities, and helping us support more people to live fulfilling, independent lives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the delivery of MioCare’s rolling 3 year growth plan, ensuring growth ambitions are realistic, achievable and aligned with MioCare’s social purpose.
- Lead identification and prioritisation of tenders; Track the market for relevant tenders, frameworks and partnership opportunities, assessing strategic fit, commercial viability and operational deliverability.
- Support development of new service propositions; Help design new services and delivery models that respond to local need, align with commissioning priorities and reflect best practice in care and support.
- Contribute to SLT on growth and commercial matters; Provide strategic insight and challenge at senior leadership level, influencing organisational direction and supporting wider delivery beyond commercial work.
Please visit our website to download the vacancy Application Pack for full details of the role, including a Role Profile, Person Specification, Terms and Conditions and details of MioCare’s additional Staff Rewards package.
Supporting people to get the most out of life



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Lead the operations, governance and compliance that enable Solving Kids' Cancer UK to deliver its mission and impact for children and families affected by neuroblastoma. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will play a critical role in ensuring the charity operates effectively, compliantly and sustainably.
This broad and varied leadership role spans governance, risk, HR, IT, data protection and organisational operations, supporting delivery of the charity's strategy through robust systems, policies and processes. Acting as Company Secretary, you will work closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees, providing advice on governance, regulatory requirements and best practice. As a member of the Leadership Team, you will oversee key operational functions, lead cross-organisational projects and deputise for the CEO where required.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for a strategic, highly organised and values-driven leader with strong experience in charity operations, governance and compliance. You will have a track record of ensuring organisations are well run, compliant and effectively managed, with the ability to oversee multiple operational areas and support strong governance and decision-making at Board level.
You will be comfortable working across a broad remit, including governance, risk, HR, IT and data protection, and confident providing clear, practical advice to senior leaders and trustees.
Person specification
Key requirements include:
- Significant senior-level experience in operations, governance or compliance within a charity or similar environment.
- Strong understanding of charity governance and regulation, with experience supporting boards and senior leadership.
- Experience overseeing organisational functions such as HR, IT, data protection or risk.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and lead cross-organisational work effectively.
- Strong judgement, integrity and the ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion.
See our Recruitment Pack for the full role description and specification and for information about Solving Kids' Cancer UK.
This is an opportunity to make a significant contribution at the heart of a small, ambitious charity where strong operations are a vital enabler of impact for children and families.
Location: Home-based, within easy reach of London, with regular travel to the London office and occasional UK-wide travel.
First-stage interview: Thursday 6 August
Second-stage interview: Thursday 13 August
Our vision is a future where no child dies of the childhood cancer neuroblastoma or suffers due to the treatment they receive.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Warm Welcome Fundraising Assistant
Location: Fully remote with flexible working arrangements
Salary: £26,000 per year FTE, dependent on experience
Contract: Part time (0.6FTE). We offer fully flexible working.
Closing date for applications: 9th July 2026, 11:59pm.
*Please note, both a CV and a cover letter must be submitted for applications to be considered.
Due to high numbers of applications, prior to interview we plan to carry out initial screening calls with prospective candidates before selection for interview. We will be asking about your reasons for applying and how you think your skills and experiences align to the role.
Interviews: w/c 27th July 2026
Start Date – ASAP – this is a new post.
About the Warm Welcome Campaign
Founded in 2022, the Warm Welcome Campaign wants everyone in the UK to find a place of belonging and reconnection at a Warm Welcome Space near their home. We have a bold purpose to enable a more deeply connected society where we all have free access to welcoming community spaces.
We resource, connect and champion a network of over 6,300 Warm Welcome Spaces and bring together a growing coalition of local, regional, and national partners representing the worlds of charity, faith, business, government, and philanthropy. By working together, we can unlock the power of community spaces made by and for everyone, creating a thriving network of hope and reconnection fueled by human warmth.
We’re working hard to reach everyone with the message that a Warm Welcome is waiting for them just around the corner, all through the year.
Throughout all our work and within our team we live out our values of being inclusive, collaborative and courageous and our personality that is friendly, adventurous and uplifting.
We value diversity, and we recognise the enormous benefits and the social imperative of bringing together diverse groups of people. We therefore warmly welcome applications from a broad range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
It’s an important moment for us – we launched a new five year strategy which shows a clear picture of the path we have set ourselves ahead to continue to deliver and deepen our impact. We launched our 100% Pledge Campaign and in January delivered our second Warm Welcome Week in collaboration with a wide variety of partners.
On a path of growth, we are looking to build on the exciting opportunities already developed as well as continuing to explore potential. The team is growing to meet fundraising demand and maximise the wealth of opportunity available and we are looking for another team member to join us as we look to our future together.
The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for an organised and proactive individual to join a small, friendly, and dynamic team in a varied role. If you are looking to build your fundraising experience, develop new skills across multiple fundraising areas, and have your work make a tangible impact on people’s lives, this could be the perfect role for you.
Within a small team of executive and assistant roles, you will work closely with the two Fundraising Managers (one focused on Trusts and Foundations and the other Corporate Partnerships) and the Development Director to support corporate, trust, foundation, and individual fundraising efforts. The role offers the opportunity to contribute across a broad range of fundraising activities and, depending on your interests and experience, take ownership of key tasks and projects.
Joining during a time of growth and strategic development, you will have the chance to be part of the implementation of a new Fundraising Strategy. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience in donor stewardship, event coordination, individual giving campaigns, and data management, all while contributing to the success of the Warm Welcome Campaign.
In the role you will:
Assist the team across the fundraising function supporting corporate, trust, foundation, community and individual fundraising activities.
Develop and maintain positive relationships internally with colleagues and externally with stakeholders, donors, and funders.
Demonstrate strong organisational skills and reliability, maintaining systems for data management and accurate records of fundraising activities and donor interactions.
Liaise professionally with Warm Welcome Spaces, funders and supporters, acting as a warm and approachable communicator.
Confidently use and manage our CRM system (Beacon) to track donor data and fundraising activities.
Support basic marketing efforts, including creating quality written content such as emails and social media updates, as needed.
Securely store and organise documents on our G-Drive, ensuring accessibility for the team and compliance with GDPR and good fundraising practice.
Support the logistical planning for fundraising and wider team events.
Ensure deadlines are met, prioritising a varied workload and maintaining attention to detail in all tasks.
Take initiative to explore new areas of fundraising and contribute to innovation.
Own and manage delegated tasks or parts of projects, ensuring successful and timely delivery of work.
Essential Skills and Experience
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Strong organisational and administrative skills with a track record of managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
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Experience in using CRM systems (e.g. Beacon) and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
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Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise professionally with diverse stakeholders.
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A reliable team player who can prioritise work effectively and manage tasks under pressure.
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Good numeracy skills and the ability to work on simple budgets.
Desirable Skills and Experience
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Experience in fundraising or donor management within a charity or nonprofit organisation.
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Knowledge of data protection and GDPR compliance for handling donor information.
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Basic marketing skills, including experience with digital content creation and donor engagement.
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A proactive learner with a passion for exploring new areas of fundraising and personal growth.
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An interest in supporting community-focused initiatives like the Warm Welcome Campaign.
Competencies and behaviours in our team
The core competence of everyone in our team is the ability to build trusted relationships among people with diverse perspectives and backgrounds. We are looking for people who are:
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Committed to the power of relationships to facilitate social change
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Collaborative, inclusive, ambitious, aligning with our core values
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Self-starters with high levels of commitment, energy and motivation
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Curious and show initiative, with problem-solving skills and an ability to learn quickly and adapt to a rapidly changing context
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Calm under pressure, and can adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment
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Willing to pitch in to help other team members if needed
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Organised with effective time management skills.
Working arrangements
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Current members of the team are based across the UK, with some in London, Reading, Bristol, Manchester and Northern Ireland. Applicants must be able to travel to Bristol once a month for a Tuesday full team meeting. Given the nature of this role, we would also expect the applicant to carry out a reasonable amount of travel to both projects and partners across the UK.
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This role is remote, part time, with flexible working arrangements
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All employees, volunteers, partners, suppliers and consultants working with Good Faith are expected to adhere to our Code of Conduct and safeguarding policies. Good Faith’s commitment to safeguarding means we seek to ensure that no harm comes to people as a result of contact with the organisation’s programmes, operations or people.
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You will need to have the right to work in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Rainforest Trust UK
Rainforest Trust UK (RTUK) (Charity No. 1169111) is a high-impact conservation charity dedicated to protecting the world’s most threatened tropical forests.
This is a pivotal moment for global conservation and for our organisation. As one of the most effective rainforest conservation charities globally, Rainforest Trust has helped protect over 60 million acres of tropical rainforest across more than 67 countries, delivering permanent protection for some of the world’s most threatened ecosystems.
Rainforest Trust UK is one of the charity’s fastest-growing affiliates, now generating £2m+ annually and supporting a global organisation with $55m+ in revenue with significant ambition for further growth and impact.
The role
We are seeking a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the next phase of our strategic plan driving growth in income, strengthening the organisational capability, and positioning the UK as a leading philanthropic engine within the global organisation.
The CEO will provide overall leadership of Rainforest Trust UK, with a primary focus on fundraising, external engagement, and partnering.
This is a hands-on leadership role, requiring both strategic clarity and operational execution. The CEO will lead a small team, work closely with the Board of Trustees, while partnering with the global CEO and senior leadership based in the USA.
Key responsibilities
Strategy and organisational leadership
- Lead the delivery of the 2026–2030 strategy, aligning UK priorities with global objectives
- Translate strategy into clear plans, targets, and performance metrics
- Drive organisational focus on outcomes, impact, and growth
Fundraising and external leadership
- Act as a senior ambassador for the organisation in the UK and internationally
- Build Rainforest Trust UK’s visibility and influence within philanthropic networks
- Personally cultivate and manage a portfolio of high-value donor relationships
Financial Stewardship
- Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and performance including annual audit
- Ensure strong financial controls and effective use of resources
- Support the growth of sustainable income to maximise conservation impact
Governance and Board engagement
- Ensure compliance with UK charity regulation and best practice
- Provide clear, rigorous reporting on performance, risk, and finances
- Work in close partnership with the Board to support effective governance and decision-making
Global partnerships and collaboration
- Build strong, effective relationships with global Rainforest Trust leadership
- Align UK fundraising with global conservation priorities
- Act as a key interface between UK donors and global programmes
Leadership and culture
- Lead and develop a small, high-performing team
- Create a culture of accountability, clarity, and delivery
- Ensure effective organisational structure and use of resources
Purpose & Alignment
- Deep commitment to environmental conservation and climate impact
- Motivated by the opportunity to deliver measurable, lasting global outcomes
- Alignment with Rainforest Trust’s values of effectiveness, integrity, and partnership
Why Join Rainforest Trust UK
This is a rare opportunity to lead an organisation where:
- Impact is clear, measurable, and permanent
- There is significant opportunity to scale income and influence
- You can play a direct role in protecting some of the world’s most critical ecosystems
At a time when the protection of tropical forests is more urgent than ever, this role offers the chance to combine purpose with performance delivering meaningful impact at global scale.
Candidate profile
We are seeking a credible, externally focused leader with:
- A strong track record in fundraising, particularly major donors and high-value relationships
- The ability to operate with credibility, influence, and judgement at senior levels
- Experience leading organisations or teams through growth and change
- Experience working with Boards and an understanding of UK charity governance
Above all, candidates will bring a clear alignment to the mission and is motivated by the opportunity to deliver measurable, lasting conservation impact at global scale.
Rainforest Trust UK is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating a fair and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know.
Please submit a CV and a brief covering statement outlining your interest through Charity Job by 19th July.
Rainforest Trust saves endangered wildlife and protects our planet by creating rainforest reserves for the benefit of species, people and the planet.



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Job Purpose
To lead and oversee the delivery of TLC: Talk, Listen, Change’s charitable income generation and fundraising function, driving sustainable income growth through a diverse portfolio of opportunities including commissioning, grant applications, charitable trusts and foundations and fundraising activity. The Head of Development will carry out a mixed role, primarily consisting of informing the strategy, supervising the team and supporting them to secure income - while also directly creating some high-value / high-stakes submissions themselves. The role will play a key part in shaping and delivering the organisation’s growth ambitions, ensuring a strong and balanced pipeline across statutory, commissioned and voluntary income streams. As part of TLC’s Senior Leadership Team, the postholder will act as a senior advisor on charitable income generation opportunities and contribute to the wider strategic direction of the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership and Contribution
- Be a member of the Senior Leadership Team of TLC: Talk, Listen, Change, contributing to organisational strategy, growth and long-term sustainability.
- Work alongside the Group Director of Partnerships and Development and other senior leaders to shape and deliver TLC’s development and charitable income generation strategy.
- Act as a senior advisor on development, funding and growth of charitable income sources for the organisation.
- Take a lead role in fostering a culture of ambition, collaboration and continuous improvement.
Development and Income Generation
- Lead the team to deliver focused and successful development activity across TLC, ensuring a strong and sustainable pipeline of opportunities across: Tenders / commissioning (including pre-market engagement such as soft market testing, actual submissions including PQQs, ITTs, framework applications and presentations / interviews) Charitable trusts and foundations, Grants, Fundraising, Corporate relationships
- Work closely with our: Group Head of Marketing and Communications to create and run exciting, engaging campaigns and projects which grow awareness of and support for TLC, ultimately leading to increased income, Director of Finance To ensure budgets are accurate and bids appropriately costed, Director and Heads of Services To ensure we can deliver safely, securely and effectively, Director of Partnerships and Development To ensure strategic alignment and relationships.
- Ensure a detailed understanding of all tender specifications including a thorough assessment of the implications and requirements of TLC within each opportunity.
- Ensure all submissions are high quality, aligned to TLC values and priorities.
- Work closely with service leads and partnerships colleagues to identify, scope and develop new opportunities.
Leadership and Management
- Provide strong leadership to the Development team, including line management of Development Managers.
- Support a high-performing, collaborative team culture aligned to TLC behaviours and values.
- Ensure effective performance management, supervision, and development of staff (including one-to-ones, appraisals and team meetings).
Performance, Planning and Delivery
- Lead the development and delivery of a clear development plan aligned to organisational strategy.
- Monitor and report on development and fundraising performance, ensuring a data informed approach to decision-making.
- Provide delegated budget management for development and fundraising activity.
- Ensure smooth transition from development activity to service mobilisation, working closely with operational teams.
External Relationships and Profile
- Build and maintain strong relationships with commissioners, funders and partners with regard to charitable income generation opportunities.
- Represent TLC at external forums, networks and events, contributing to sector influence and profile. Governance and Ways of Working
- Ensure all development and fundraising activity aligns with TLC policies, values and ethical frameworks.
- Contribute to organisational planning cycles, board reporting and strategic development processes.
- Commit to continuous professional development and maintain awareness of sector trends and opportunities.
Job Purpose
The Communications Lead will:
- Build brand awareness and help to ensure the TLC: Talk, Listen, Change Group brands are accurately and consistently represented at all times. In particular, ensure consistency in messaging and tone of voice for each brand and when communicating about the Group as a whole.
- Communicate effectively with our stakeholders (customers for our commercial subsidiaries plus funders, commissioners, supporters, partners and the public for the charity) to strengthen our relationships with them, creating high quality and engaging copy, marketing collateral and communications.
- Lead all internal communications across TLC, crafting clear, useful, positive and supportive information for our staff, volunteers and Board.
- Extend the TLC Group’s reach across the UK by delivering marketing campaigns that adhere to our brand guidelines and principles, strengthening our reputation over time with every piece of activity we deliver.
- Working with the rest of the Marketing (and wider Development and Partnerships) Department, take personal ownership and accountability for the execution of marketing activities according to agreed processes, on time, on budget and to high quality standards/
The Communications Lead will work particularly closely with our Creative Design Lead, who leads all aspects of design across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Copywriting and Content Creation
- Lead the creation of compelling written copy and marketing assets for a range of audiences and platforms to support the needs of colleagues across the TLC Group – including but not limited to: Engaging, persuasive and impactful sales pitches and proposals, Annual report, Case studies, Key messages, Quotes, Digital and printed collateral, Social and web content and assets, Press releases, Speeches, News articles.and other marketing materials
- Develop creative ways for this to build brand awareness, market services and facilities, communicate programmes, activities and impact.
Media and PR
- Lead on developing relations with media, generating and placing stories, and generating PR.
- Create media content including stories for press and publications
- Contribute to the identification and management of reputational and other communications and marketing-related risks. Social channels
- Create engaging and relevant written content for social media that helps grow our following and boost our reputation.
- Collaborate with our staff teams to ensure all our engagements are on brand and on message.
Website
- Take responsibility for the development and management of all written aspects of the website, including generating content, maximising its potential and monitoring its impact. Fundraising and Influencing Work with the Development Team to:
- Produce regular supporter newsletters, mailings, reports and other content to engage with relevant stakeholders
- Lead the development of messaging, copy and content to support fundraising propositions, campaigns and events
- Help create and test high-level campaign / proposition messaging and lead the development of supporter copy for a range of applications and channels
- Create impactful and persuasive pieces to support with influencing.
Internal Communications
- Work alongside the Creative Design Lead and Director of Business Services to further develop our internal communications streams.
- Craft organisation-wide announcements and produce organisation-wide communications in the form of (including but not limited to): - Newsletter, Lunch and learn sessions, with an aim of 6 taking place each year, Podcast (aim of once a month), You Said, We Did communications, CEO video messages, Updates on staff group / network activities, Internal events, including town halls and ‘coffee and cake’
- Support with the organisation of our annual TLC Group staff conference.
General
- Ensure marketing collateral is compliant, factually correct and internal charity practices are followed (e.g. GDPR, photo consent, claim substantiation, budgeting).
- Work with the Group Head of Marketing, Marketing Manager and Creative Design Lead to prepare, monitor and report on the annual Marketing and Communications budget.
- Develop creative communications ideas and keep abreast of latest trends and innovations to help inform our plans.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
THINK is expanding our Data function and looking for find a Data Consultant who can help achieve that growth.
THINK Data is the specialist data function of THINK, working exclusively in the charity and not-for-profit sector. We combine deep sector knowledge with hands-on technical expertise across three core areas: data health, analytics and insight, and CRM system challenges.
Led by the Director of THINK Data, the team covers key elements of data strategy with charity clients to help them get more from their data and make better decisions. Discovering the challenges around the infrastructure of systems, processes and insight capability charities need to make data work harder for their mission. The Director leads on new business generation, team development, innovation in data products and thought leadership across the sector. Part of that innovation is exploring the best ways to use AI in how we work and how we advise clients, taking a considered and human approach.
The Data Consultant role centres on data discovery and consultancy - working with charity clients to understand their data challenges and shape practical roadmaps for change. Alongside this you will contribute to client delivery, own key internal systems, and help develop new products and services.
This is an opportunity to grow. We are looking for a driven, ambitious individual with a background in charity fundraising and experience in data analysis and management, who is ready to take a step up into consultancy. The role offers a clear path to develop from Data Consultant to Senior Data Consultant, with the potential over time to progress towards Data Director. The right person will help shape the future of THINK Data and grow as the function grows.
To apply please follow the guidance in the Candidate Pack. Informal calls with Steve White, Director of THINK Data or Matt Smith, Managing Director of THINK are available upon request.
Many of us have discovered the joy, the necessity, of getting out into green spaces - on our own or with our families. We've found that being better connected to nature means we can be more. More healthy, more creative, more at ease. National Parks are inspirational, safe places to continue that journey…to explore more. Prospectus is delighted to be supporting National Parks Partnership (NPP) in searching for a part-time Communications Officer (22.5 hours per week).
NPP works on behalf of the UK’s 15 National Parks, building ambitious national partnerships with organisations such as BMW UK, Vodafone, Santander UK and The Estée Lauder Companies UK & Ireland. They also have an award-winning Revere initiative in partnership with Palladium, helping to attract private investment into nature recovery. A small but entrepreneurial team, NPP exists to grow the impact, influence and resources of the National Parks family.
As Communications Officer, you’ll help tell the stories of the UK’s National Parks in engaging, creative and accessible ways. This is a varied role combining digital content creation with the smooth running of NPUK’s digital platforms. Working closely with the Director of Communications & Brand, you’ll help bring a new national brand to life, shifting perceptions of National Parks from “beautiful and passive” to “dynamic, active and people-powered”. You’ll create content for social media, websites and newsletters, support national campaigns, and work closely with communications teams across the Parks to ensure consistent, high-quality storytelling.
The ideal candidate will be experienced at creating engaging digital content, including written, visual and video content to build ad build and nurture online communities. Supporting national campaigns and a shared communications activity, your confidence to communicate effectively in a matrix style environment will be very important. You will and have previous experience of supporting brand, and will be keeping brand resources, templates and guidance up to date. A full UK driving license is required as some travel to the national park sites will be required.
To apply please submit your CV only in the first instance. You may also be asked to complete a supporting statement if you do progress further in the recruitment process.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice Prospectus are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Prospectus invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
This role offers a unique opportunity to make this role your own and take the charity to the next level, with the full support of a dedicated, experienced team.
The successful candidate will ensure that the charity remains resilient and able to deliver on its commitment to grow and evolve to meet the needs of the people we serve.
The role is a mix of operational activity, day to day management and strategic thinking; with the continuous building and nurturing of external relationships with our NHS, public sector and not-for-profit stakeholders.
Working alongside a committed trustee board, skilled staff and volunteers, you will bring drive, experience and passion to the team. You’ll get terrific support from the outgoing postholder as needed, with the space to act and bring your own ideas to the forefront.
If you wish to apply, please provide an up-to-date CV, together with a document (max 2 x A4 pages) detailing how you meet the criteria shown on the person specification. You can use experiences gained from work, volunteering and life experiences.
To improve heart health outcomes across Greater Manchester.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Use your experience as a Safeguarding Lead to set clear direction, challenge thinking and ensure safeguarding is consistently strong, effective and trusted.
You will drive meaningful change ensure safeguarding is embedded across every part of the organisation. If you are ready to bring your expertise into a role where your decisions have real impact, this is your chance to lead with purpose and authority.
As our Safeguarding Lead, you will play a central role in strengthening safeguarding practice across the Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association, helping ensure the right support is in place at the right time.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and delivery of the MND Association’s safeguarding strategy
- Provide expert safeguarding advice and support for staff and volunteers
- Oversee responses to serious safeguarding incidents, including reporting and learning
- Lead the Association’s Safeguarding Board and annual action planning
- Work in partnership with senior leaders to ensure safeguarding awareness at all levels of the organisation
- Maintain and review risk management and reporting, safeguarding policies, ensuring compliance and best practice
- Develop quality assurance frameworks, audits and case reviews
- Strengthen safeguarding culture through training, engagement and clear standards
About You
- Significant experience in a senior safeguarding role and working within multi-agency safeguarding environments
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation and multi-agency working
- Experience managing complex safeguarding incidents and reviews
- Ability to provide safeguarding KPIs, reporting, data and risk analysis
- Confident communicator who can challenge constructively
- Proven ability to provide positive safeguarding outcomes for
- Skilled in analysing data to drive improvement and risk mitigation
Desirable
- Experience in a charity or voluntary sector setting
- Social Work or other relevant qualification
Further information about working for the MND Association and full job description is available in the attached Candidate Pack.
- Screening calls taking place Wednesday 15th July
- Interviews Wednesday 29th July inperson at our Northampton Office
This is a Home-based role with requirement to attend a main office (Northampton or London) or other designated location for team meetings, training, client visits, or other business purposes. This applies regardless of contractual location and is in line with the needs of the Association.
We can consider part time applications of 30 hours + for this role.
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.
As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements.
What We Offer
- 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays
- Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies
- 24/7 GP access via phone and video
- Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines
- Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave)
- Access to Benefit Hub for discounts on everyday shopping
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Opportunities for training and personal development
About Us
Motor Neurone Disease moves fast. It takes away time, it takes away independence and it has no cure. Every day we support people affected by MND. We fund ground-breaking research. We campaign for better care. We’re here for everyone who needs us. Because with MND, every day matters.
We support people affected by Motor Neurone Disease, campaign for better care and fund ground-breaking research. Because with MND, every day matters.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.