Partnerships jobs

At SATRO our mission is to raise young people's aspirations about their futures, and help equip them with the skills and confidence they need to pursue their goals.

About the role

Crucial to achieving our purpose, great outcomes and meaningful impact are our relationships with businesses.  This role is all about raising our profile and building new partnerships with businesses that deliver financial and practical support, be that covering the cost of a programme or school activity, or encouraging colleagues to volunteer.

About you

We are looking for someone with experience of telling stories in a way that engages and inspires, and a track record of winning new business partnerships to support our growth. 

You should be a confident and creative communicator, experienced at raising awareness and enhancing profile, great at building relationships and passionate about what we're trying to achieve.  We have a focus on STEM industries, so an interest or familiarity would be helpful, but is not essential. 

About us

You will be joining a passionate and dedicated team who are committed to harnessing our relationships with businesses to raise young people's aspirations about their future careers, and through those partnerships help them understand employer expectations and develop the skills they will need to be successful. 

We offer flexible working arrangements, a fun and supportive working environment and 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata) 

For more details please see the attached role description. 

Role: Head of Partnership & Events
Salary:  £55k 
Location: North London
Pattern: Hybrid 3 days/week 
Permanent: full-time with flexible hours

The role/ responsibilities:

In recent years, the charity has experienced significant growth—supporting more children, partnering with leading hospitals, and attracting a growing number of dedicated supporters. 

The Head of Partnerships and Events will oversee the charities growing portfolio of special fundraising events. You will cultivate strong relationships with supporters who organise events  while proactively identifying gaps in their event offering to ensure a diverse and engaging programme that appeals to a wide range of existing and potential donors.

• To create a supportive, cohesive and aspirational culture where the team are motivated to meet and exceed targets and recognise their contribution to the organisational objectives and strategy
• To ensure that all relationships with partners are maximised and stewarded to the highest standards
• To facilitate the Philanthropy & Corporate Committee, supporting its members in playing their part to raise funds for the charity and in building a network of supporters new to the charity
• To develop the overall Partnerships and Events team strategy and; delivering against agreed KPIs and ensuring that the strategy, plans and activity directly supports the delivery of Fundraising & Communication – and organisational – objectives
• To play a key role in the success of annual matching funding campaigns, most especially the recruitment of corporate partners as campaign Champions
• To create annual income and expenditure budgets for Partnerships income streams, effectively overseeing and controlling their delivery through monthly and quarterly monitoring
• To provide monthly and quarterly commentary for Director of Fundraising & Communications to inform regular Trustee Board reports

About you:

• Proven experience in corporate and partnership fundraising, with a strong track record of increasing income.
• Excellent relationship-building skills, demonstrated through securing significant gifts via face-to-face meetings, phone conversations, and email—always prioritising an outstanding supporter experience.
• Skilled in developing and executing strategic fundraising plans, translating them into actionable operational plans with clear KPIs and risk management.
• Experienced in budget management, including setting, monitoring, and delivering against budgets, reporting on KPIs, identifying variances, and reforecasting as needed.
• Strong leadership abilities, with experience in managing and motivating a fundraising team through effective line management, supervision, and staff development.
• Outstanding time management and organisational skills, with a proven ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines consistently.

How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button ASAP (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.

Interviews are taking place in the run up to Christmas so please apply ASAP

Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.

Under the supervision of the European Regional Director, the Director of External Partnerships will oversee IFAW’s strategic partnerships development geared towards advancing IFAW’s efforts to protect and save the lives of animals.

He/she will strengthen IFAW’s profile in the United Kingdom by:

o Representing IFAW in UK, in particular to corporations, institutional donors, private foundations, and other relevant stakeholders, with the aim of increasing IFAW’s visibility and generating revenue;

o Leading the development, implementation, and partnerships management, as well as external advocacy and influence;

o Carrying out outreach and community engagement to drive positive change.

Role and Responsibilities

1. Partnerships strategy elaboration

· Design and update a comprehensive partnership strategy with external stakeholders in the UK market. In order to support IFAW’s mission and strategies, this Partnership Strategy shall cover the following types of partnership:

o Polical and institutional (public sector, national and decentralized authorities);

o Financial (private sector and institutional donors);

o Technical, programmatic and academic (non-governmental community, universities, research institutes).

· Work closely with cross-functional teams to align Partnership Strategy in the UK and beyond

2. Strategy implementation and partnerships development

· Build, foster and maintain strong relationships with target stakeholders (external audiences, leaders, institutional partners, community organizations, funders, etc.) to

o Enhance effectiveness and reach

o Advance and drive collaborative solutions

· Influence UK key political decision-making processes

· Represent IFAW on priority issues in external meetings, conferences, public events, and media interviews and act as spokesperson.

· Play a key role in advancing IFAW commitment to impact investing. This involves:

o Identifying investment opportunities that generate financial returns and create social/environmental benefits.

o Working with the IFAW Leadership Team and others to develop and implement innovative investment strategies that align with strategy ensuring that our resources are used to drive transformative change.

3. IFAW UK Representation

· Serve as IFAW’s UK Representative corporations, institutional donors, private foundations, and other relevant stakeholders

· Serve as authorized signatory, when appropriate

Qualifications and Education Requirements

· Minimum of five years of experience in the development of strategic partnerships and institutional funding, NGO management, high-level advocacy or a related field in the UK and beyond.

· Strong leadership and team management skills.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

· Agility and strategic vision

· Demonstrated expertise in the nonprofit landscape.

· General understanding of environmental and climate issues. Knowledge of conservation and animal welfare is an asset but not essential.

· Ability to analyze data and use it to inform decision-making.

· Experience with local, regional, and national institutional funding sources.

· Working knowledge of legal and compliance obligations that apply to international NGO operating in the UK.

At IFAW, we aim to create and foster a workforce that reflects and contributes to the diverse, global community in which we work to improve the lives of both animals and people.  We are dedicated to fostering justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion so we actively encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds.

We are currently recruiting a Partnerships Manager, for an exciting role within the charitable foundation of a globally renowned sporting event and club.   

The charitable foundation provides grants and financial support and donates resources such as physical gifts and use of its facilities. It works with charity partners locally, nationally and internationally to champion opportunity for all. The foundation has a rich selection of programmes with a focus on the community based in South West London in particular, as well as a national sport for development programme and international charity partners. In 2024 grants and donations totalled more than £5 million.

The role:  
This is a central role within the Foundation team to manage, develop and maintain partnerships and programmes with national and international charities, corporate partners and colleagues across the business. This role offers high visibility across the organisation and is ideal for someone who thrives on acting as a brand ambassador, networking and building relationships.

You will work with a diverse range of stakeholders, to manage multiple partnerships, oversee the delivery of programme activities and events and track and monitor the overall success of these partnerships. You will also work closely with the team, business colleagues, charity and corporate partners to identify new opportunities to develop and promote the partnerships. This will include designing and delivering programmes and events that are mutually beneficial, as well as collaborating on materials, content and publications to promote the foundation’s partnership work.

Full time role, 35 hours per week.

Hybrid working, with usually three-days at the office in South West London.

The person:  
The ideal candidate will be highly skilled at building inspiring, energising and positive relationships, with a strong track record of developing and managing partnerships and programmes across a variety of stakeholders. You will be confident as a brand ambassador connecting with people and bringing a problem-solving and collaborative approach. This role needs a natural communicator who leads with positivity and clarity, building relationships with existing and new contacts at all levels, including service users, colleagues, board and senior management level. You will be accountable for creating and delivering against large scale partnership plans and developing new activities and events in collaboration with existing partners. They are looking for someone with demonstrable experience of developing and delivering partnerships with charity/voluntary sector organisations as well as businesses, particularly in the sport for development field.

Recruitment timeline and interviews:
Successful candidates will be invited for a first-stage interview on 27th and 28th January. Second-stage interviews are set to take place on Tuesday 3rd February.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Ariha Semontee at Prospectus.
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If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.              

In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.

About the role

This new Lead role sits within the Design Council Programmes Team led by the Chief Design Officer and has responsibility for leading the development and embedding of our funding strategy. Coordinating income generation of ~£2m per year including securing £250k of philanthropic (T&Fs, corporates, other sources) funding in the first year, the role also has the objective of growing overall revenue but in line with the refreshed Design Council business and funding model to ensure it remains strategically aligned and sustainable.​

Reporting to the Head of Programmes with a dotted line to the Chief Operating Officer, you will be responsible for oversight of the overall revenue pipeline, working across the organisation to have full line of sight of funding opportunities and partnerships and ensure a consistent approach to how we generate revenue. ​​

You will drive an effective stakeholder engagement plan, working closely with the Communications team to ensure campaigns and events help build and maintain a strong network of funder relationships and strengthening our profile as a charity. ​

The scope covers directly securing philanthropic/corporate partner funding as well as supporting wider commercial income generation and also ensuring they are all anchored in our Theory of Change and enable long term income growth.​

Our core programmes of work support delivery of our Theory of Change encompassing Skills, Capability, Innovation and Research. We are looking to create and grow funding partnerships through a variety of activities including events, learning and training and world leading research, and the Fundraising and Partnerships Lead will play a critical role in developing funding relationships, securing them, both directly and also supporting the wider team.

Key Responsibilties 

 1. New Funding Generation and Planning​

• Lead the identification of new revenue opportunities across the range of Design Council propositions with the objective of growing total revenue base, in line with the Design Council funding strategy and business model​

• Overall accountability for converting philanthropic (T&Fs, corporate sponsorship etc) opportunities into secured new partnership funding and supporting on conversion of funding partnerships for other commercial (paid project) work​

• Working closely with Chief Design Office, Head of Programmes and in particularly the Programme Leads to ensure each area of work (Skills, Capability, Innovation and Research) has an appropriate funding plan including a roadmap for future development​

• Support Programme Leads, Head of Communications and CDO in identifying opportunities to commercialise core propositions and other DC assets in line with our Design for Planet ethos and market-making approach​

• Overall owner of marketing and other funding collateral to support Programme Leads in growing revenue from their respective propositions as well as new promotion of Design Council for potential new funders and other partners, and working with the Communications team to develop and maintain it​​

2. Partner Cultivation and Stewardship​

• Personally build and maintain relationships with existing partners ensuring consistent engagement and communication ​

• Identify, research, and qualify potential philanthropic and corporate funding partner prospects​

• Develop and implement partner stewardship plans including communication approach and in person engagement, including long term relationships that can secure multi-year significant levels of funding as well as growing it over time​

• Seek out, regularly attend and drive external events and meetings to build personal relationships and extend partner network​​

3. Grant and Commercial Proposal Development & Bid Writing​

• Support Programme Leads in researching and identifying potential grant and commercial opportunities from foundations and other private or public organisations​

• Lead engagement with potential funders in terms of submission of new proposals for all partner-funded work and support Programme Leads to ensure consistency and coherence for our paid project work​

• Support and sometimes lead writing compelling grant proposals and commercial bids, ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission and goals. ​

• Lead or support others on tactics to ensure bids are successfully converted

4. Event Planning and Execution​

• Assist Senior Events Manager with organizing fundraising events and other events designed to support future revenue growth through funding partners​

• Regularly scan the external environment for relevant external events Design Council should be attending​

• Ensure appropriate marketing collateral is developed and maintained to support and promote Design Council events aimed at fundraising​

• Be a key DC representative at events, maximising the potential of income opportunities and raising the profile of the organisation and its objectives​​

5. Data Management and Reporting​

• Overall process owner for managing the pipeline of partnership opportunities across both revenue-generating prospects and non-revenue generating prospects​

• Overall custodian of the funding pipeline including holding Programme Managers to account to ensure accurate maintenance of CRM records ​

• Working closely with COO and Head of Finance & Operations to ensure accurate and timely reporting and effective internal meetings to track status of the funding pipeline​

• Support Programme Managers in researching funding trends and market changes​​

6. Line Manager for Partnerships Programme Manager​

• Provide quality line management guidance and support to the Partnerships Programme Manager, ensuring clear and motivating goals and regularly and meaningful feedback​

• Support the Partnerships Programme Manager in their learning and development, with regular reviews of their Individual Development Plan and career aspirations​

• Be a source of learning and guidance for the wider Programmes Team in terms of fundraising and partnership development

Who we're looking for 

We are looking for a driven, self-motivated and hands-on individual, with a track record of securing funding from a range of sources and growing revenue in a national not-for-profit or commercial organisation. ​

You will be ambitious for Design Council’s aspiration of reaching £8m revenue by 2031 and be able to demonstrate commercial acumen and experience of developing revenue generation strategies and converting opportunities into secured income. ​

You will also know that fundraising  is challenging and competitive, so you will be resilient and experienced in building the relationships that can secures six-figure+ multi-year income. Therefore you need to be brilliant at building external networks, joining the dots and seeing opportunities to connect people and ideas for the benefit of organisational strategy. ​

You must also be excellent at building and nurturing relationships, with a wide range of external stakeholders, and also effectively collaborate internally across the organisation.​

You are a natural salesperson, able to identify opportunities and have compelling conversations that lead to partnerships and revenue.​

This is a growing role with lots of moving parts, so we’re looking for a someone who is flexible and adaptable, who proactively identifies challenges and opportunities.​

You are passionate about our Design for Planet and Green Design Skills missions and demonstrate an ability to think strategically as well as commercially and work collaboratively.

Skills & Experience

• At least 5 years’ experience fundraising / revenue generation in a commercial or not-for-profit sector organisation
• Experience working with high-net-worth individuals or foundations
• Ability to create fundraising strategies and help execute them
• Grant / bid writing experience for both grants and commercial tenders
• Ideally have an existing network of potential funders / partners, and confident in use of events and marketing to drive interest and engagement
• Experience of funding agreements and commercial contracts
• Have line management experience and a passion for developing people
• Ideally have experience of government funding and other public bodies

You will also be

• A confident and excellent communicator
• A natural in external engagements and new environments and with new people
• Willing and able to attend regular external events (London and elsewhere in the UK)
• Empathetic, pragmatic and adaptable, with a solutions-mindset
• Proactive, hands on and willing to roll up your sleeves and get stuck in
• Cognisant of the importance of accurate data, effective processes and knowledge of working with CRMs
• Confident working at different levels within an organisation
• Willing and able to take a risk-based approach to making decisions
• Curious and open to new ideas and ways of working
• A team player and natural collaborator but also comfortable working on your own
• Resilient and comfortable with navigating through change
• Aware of some of the rewards and challenges of working in the not-for-profit sector
• Passionate about Design for Planet​ and the power of design

Hybrid working - London based: 1-2 days/week in Head Office and occasional travel external meetings

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 Are you an experienced, passionate, creative fundraiser with a proven track record in a corporate fundraising environment of securing new income from corporate partners and managing five and six-figure partnerships.

If so, join St Giles as our Partnerships Manager where, as part of the Voluntary Fundraising Team, you will help us to deliver an ambitious new voluntary strategy for 2026- 2029 and to oversee maintaining, growing and renewing our income from corporate partnerships.

About St Giles Trust
An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need.  Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others.

About this key role

Our successful candidate will contribute to and implement a three-year Corporate Fundraising Strategy with ambition to raise £1million annually, this will include managing a Corporate Partnership Assistant and implementing effective processes, data management and procedures across the team.  We will also count on you to deliver exceptional account management, meet agreed partnership objectives on programme impact, income, communications and engagement and to provide excellent stewardship to increase value of partnerships, with a 70% renewal rate of partnerships.

Expanding and improving the ways in which we work with corporates to include event sponsorship, payroll giving, volunteering and other relevant non-financial support is also a key aspect of this role, as are developing an engaging and effective volunteering and challenge events programme and developing excellent, high-quality applications, presentations, and pitches to drive high-value and sustainable multi-year income.

What we are looking for

• Database management experience
• Experience devising, planning and implementing fundraising strategies
• A good understanding of fundraising best practice and regulations, including Fundraising Regulator guidelines, GDPR and data protection
• The ability to think strategically and develop innovative ideas to help us stand out to our existing and new donors
• Advanced IT skills – Word, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint (essential) and Canva
• Strong interpersonal, organisational and communication skills, verbal and written

Please note:  as an organisation that works with children and adults at risk we are committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the safety of our clients and successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced Child Workforce with Child Barred list DBS.

In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), duvet days, season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more.

We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications, and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation.

St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.

We will be reviewing applications as they are received, and reserve the right to close this advert early if a suitable candidate is appointed. We therefore strongly encourage early applications to avoid any disappointment

To apply, please visit our website.

Closing date - Friday, 12th December 2025 at 9.00am

Interview date - Friday, 19th December 2025

At Naomi House & Jacksplace, every partnership helps us bring comfort, expert care and joy to seriously ill children and young adults aged 0-35 years old.  #we support around 600 families each year to access our extensive hospice services, from play therapy, to respite support, to end of life care - but we know more families and young adults need us.

We're on an amibitious journey to Reach More and Do More - and we're looking for a dynamic Senior Fundraiser (Corporate Partnerships) to help lead the way.

This is not just another fundraising role. It's a chance to join us at a time we are shaping the future of corporate giving at the hospices - inspiring businesses to make a real difference, while ensuring every existing partner feels valued, engaged and proud to stand beside us.

As a key member of our passionate fundraising team, you'll co-lead our corporate partnerships strategy - driving both the growth of new, high-value relationships and the nurturing of long-term, transformational partnerships.

You'll blend strategic thinking with hands -on relationship management, working across Hampshire & the IOW, Wilsthire, Dorset, Surrey, Berkshire and West Sussex. From developing innovative proposals to creating inspiring engagement plans, you'll bring creativity, professionalism, and purpose to everything you do.

Our Corporate Partners are varied; they range in size, sector, income and location, but they have one joint thing in common, raising money to help our hospices. You will work with varied stakeholders, from CEO's to Office Administrators, meeting partners face to face to inspire income generation activities and to increase the impact of the partnership.

Yor goal: to maximise corporate income through exceptional stewardship, compelling storytelling, and a shared belief in the power of partnership.

Why join us?

At Naomi House & Jacksplace, you'll find more than a job - you'll find a purpose.  You'll join a supportive, ambitious team that believes in the power of compassion and collaboration.  Every conversation you have, every partnership you nuture, and every pound you raise will help us reach more families and do more life-enhancing work.

Key Responsibilities:   

• To co-lead our corporate partnerships strategy — driving both the growth of new, high-value and transformational relationships and the nurturing of long term, and local partnership.
• To blend strategic thinking with hands-on relationship management, working across Hampshire & the IOW, Wiltshire, Dorset, Surrey, Berkshire and West Sussex. 
• Developing innovative proposals to creating inspiring engagement plans, bringing creativity, professionalism, and purpose to everything you do.
• Working with varied stakeholders, from CEOs to Office Administrators, meeting partners face to face to inspire income generation activities and to increase the impact of the partnership.
• To maximise corporate income through exceptional stewardship, compelling storytelling, and a shared belief in the power of partnership.
• Inspire and grow corporate partnerships — expertly manage and deepen existing relationships while identifying and securing exciting new opportunities.
• To deliver excellent stewardship — ensuring every partner feels recognised, connected, and motivated to increase their impact.
• Lead creative pitches and proposals — develop sponsorship packages and partnership concepts that align with our mission and deliver measurable results.
• Drive strategic new business — network, prospect, and engage with purpose to bring in high-value, long-term supporters.
• Champion collaboration — work with fundraising, events, marketing, and supporter services to ensure every partnership shines and every supporter journey is seamless.
• Monitor and celebrate success — build out reports on progress, measure outcomes, and share achievements that demonstrate the difference we’re making together.

Skills, Experience and Benefits:

• Proven success in corporate, major donor or partnerships fundraising (2+ years preferred) or proven transferable relationship management.
• Exceptional communication skills — confident presenting, pitching, and writing with impact.
• A creative, proactive mindset — always spotting new opportunities and turning ideas into action.
• Experience managing four to five-figure partnerships with skill and care.
• You will be enthusiastic about the power of data, utilising data capture on our CRM to move analytical and data driven decisions to make the most of each new opportunity
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• A desire to work as part of the wider fundraising team to reach ambitious targets.
• The ability to balance strategy and delivery — building for the long-term while achieving immediate and daily results.
• A full driving licence and willingness to travel across the region, working some weekend and evening hours to cover events and key partner’s meetings.
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising is desirable.

Salary circa £30,000 p.a. depending on experience.
 
Comprehensive benefits package which includes flexible working options, 28-days holiday, group pension scheme, life assurance, HSF Health cash plan, blue light discount and opportunities for professional development and growth and working in a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Successful applicants will be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly Criminal Records Bureau) and asked to provide satisfactory references covering the last 5 years.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
 
Naomi House & Jacksplace are an Equal Opportunities employer and committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and strive to support candidates with additional needs during the interview process. If you require any accommodations or adjustments, please let us know, and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible recruitment experience.
 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised date once sufficient suitable applications have been received.

Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 

We are looking for a proactive and people-focused fundraiser to join our ambitious team as Community Fundraising and Partnerships Officer. This is a pivotal role where you will:

• Grow community income and build meaningful partnerships with local companies, schools, individual supporters and groups.
• Shape and deliver inspiring fundraising initiatives that engage the community and raise vital funds.
• Be the key link between Dash and our supporters, ensuring every donor, volunteer, and partner feels valued and connected to our mission.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make the role your own. While some community fundraising has taken place, there is huge potential to grow our income and partnerships given our location near major companies and active community groups. You will work closely with our CEO and Trusts & Foundations Lead and play a central role in securing the resources needed to continue our life-changing work.

4-5 days per week (flexible), hybrid location (home-based with regular travel to Maidenhead, Slough, and
Windsor, so ideally based within 1 hour of the area)
Term: Permanent or we will consider contract

This role is perfect for someone who wants to use their fundraising expertise to make a real and lasting difference to families in crisis.

About the role

The Restart Project is a year into our five year strategy. We have a bold vision, clear finance and communications strategies and an outline fundraising strategy, developed with support from our trustees. Our vision and track-record has helped us to secure a number of multi-year grants, and now is the time to build on this work. 

We’re looking for a driven, organised and creative Fundraising and Partnerships Lead to help us diversify our income, expand our funding relationships, and build on our financial sustainability.  With a focus on generating income from corporate partnerships and Trust and Foundation fundraising, you will also support our efforts to generate income from a diverse range of areas. 

You will build out our pipeline of funding leads, including building and managing new and existing relationships.  Much of this will include securing funding from traditional sources and supporting efforts to boost unrestricted income. 

You will also have the opportunity to be innovative in pursuing funding for the organisation. This will involve working with the Co-Directors and other team members to develop and secure funding for exciting new projects. Responsible for expanding income within an underfunded sector, creativity and drive will be essential characteristics.

Job Description

Fundraising strategy 

• Build on our existing finance strategy and outline funding plan to create a robust fundraising strategy for the next 2-3 years.

• Work with the broader team to achieve the goals and targets set out in the finance strategy to support Restart’s overall operational strategy.

• Develop and manage a 12 month rolling fundraising pipeline, including regular horizon scanning. 

• Work with team members to ensure Restart’s impact is well communicated to potential donors.

• Work with our fundraising committee, a sub group of our trustee board, to help shape our future fundraising strategy.

Corporate partnerships

• Secure income from corporates by boosting Restart’s visibility and increasing the frequency of high value donations.

• Create corporate sponsorship packages to secure income for existing Restart activities or projects, as well as general organisational sponsorship, and pitch them to a pipeline of corporates. 

• Work with the Co-Directors and other staff to develop funded corporate or other partnerships around innovative projects that will support Restart’s strategy.

• Research, pitch and secure opportunities for Charity of the Year affiliations.

• Ensure that partnerships are managed well, with good reporting and value for partners to ensure retention. 

Trusts and Foundations 

• Be responsible for submitting bids, tracking and reporting on outcomes with the support of our Operations and Finance Lead.

• Help broaden our pool of funders, including building and maintaining relationships made through allies, and networking with funds that don’t accept unsolicited proposals.

New sources of income

• Support the team to develop income from other sources. This will include matched crowdfunding, paid events and consultancy. 

• Explore other ways of securing income and funding relationships.

Head of Fundraising and Partnerships
Salary: £46,000 - £50,000 per annum
Location: London

Our client is on a mission to tackle the high unemployment rate among adults with learning disabilities. Through their year-long traineeship programme, they equip participants with vital skills to become skilled baristas and expert café assistants, or to develop their capabilities as office managers and assistants. They are seeking an enthusiastic and engaged individual who has the passion and experience to drive their business forward.

As their very first Head of Fundraising and Partnerships, you will spearhead their strategy to generate the income necessary for maintaining their success and expanding their reach across London. They require an accomplished fundraiser with a proven background in implementing and delivering successful fundraising strategies, securing corporate sponsorships, and managing relationships with high-net-worth individuals, grant holders, and trustees. You will be working closely alongside their CEO, who has been actively leading the fundraising efforts until now.

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• A strategic thinker with experience in creating and delivering successful fundraising strategies
• Excellent relationship-building skills and a proven track record in securing funding from trusts and foundations
• Strong organisational and project management abilities to navigate and coordinate fundraising activities across teams
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, able to engage diverse stakeholders effectively
• A proactive, results-driven mindset capable of adapting to a fast-paced environment
• Proven experience in fundraising, partnership management, or business development
• A genuine passion for supporting individuals within the disability community

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a strategic fundraising outreach plan to build a sustainable pipeline of potential donors and partners
• Identify, cultivate, and secure significant funding from trusts, foundations, and major donors
• Design and deliver a comprehensive fundraising strategy that aligns with the organisation's programme ambitions
• Build on established relationships with HNWIs and corporate partners while expanding engagement opportunities
• Manage the marketing team to ensure successful execution of campaigns aligned with fundraising goals

Our client prides themselves on cultivating an inclusive culture where every individual feels valued and respected. They encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to help ensure that their team reflects the communities they serve.

To apply, please email your CV. Join them in making a meaningful impact in the lives of adults with learning disabilities!

This is an opportunity to step into a rewarding & influential role that supports our Head of GINA to lead, grow & nurture GINA effectively. Encompassed by general duties, your role will revolve around offering support with 3 core pillars:

1. Grants & Funding

2. Business Development & Trading Income

3. Partnerships & Communications

The role blends income generation with relational working & creative communications to elevate visibility, strengthen engagement & enhance sustainability.

This varied role is an opportunity for you to gain exposure to a diverse array of areas involved in the leadership & management of a non-profit organisation. This role will encompass continual opportunities for ideas, creativity & exploration.

Salary: £29,064 (NJC 13) pro rota (plus pension contribution if applicable)

Hours of work: 16 hours a week (working days & times to be determined)

Location: Birmingham City Centre with remote working

Deadline: rolling

Please note, opportunities are open to women only (Exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1)

For more information & to apply, head to our GINA website. 

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Grants & Funding

To identify & secure grants to support our core support provision.

· Researching, identifying & pursuing grants & funding opportunities.

· Leading in the preparation & submission of high-quality small grant, bids, proposals & funding applications.

· Offering support with the preparation & submitting of high-quality large grant, bids, proposals & funding applications.

· Supporting the development of grant reports, impact summaries, outcome reporting & funder communications.

Business Development & Trading Income

To increase our support offering & trading/unrestricted income to enhance sustainability & meet the needs of women subjected to sexual violence & abuse. 

· The development, implementation & management of new & existing services, products & resources.

· To identify strategies, opportunities & ideas for growth, greater social impact, income generation & income diversification.

· Exploration of new revenue models & earned-income opportunities.

· To lead on projects associated with trading income generation & diversification.

Partnerships & Communications

To enhance our partnership working & communications to nurture supportive relationships in our community.

· Establishing, developing, maintaining & cultivating strong partnership working with individuals & organisations that support our work (including educational institutions, corporates, non-profits & other organisations).

· Nurturing partnerships to raise awareness of our work & enhance associated income opportunities.

· Developing partnership models, value propositions & partnership packages tailored to prospective supporters that facilitate support delivery, community engagement & organisational growth.

· Supporting co-design initiatives where appropriate with partners & beneficiaries.

· Supporting with marketing & communications tailored across platforms to our supporters & partners.

· Supporting with strategic marketing, communications & social media activities.

General

· Contributing towards creative idea exploration surrounding the growth & expansion of GINA, services, products & resources.

· Monitoring trends in the non-profit sector funding landscape including philanthropic shifts, corporate social responsibility & community needs.

· Collaborating & supporting with the line management of relevant volunteer teams to support with the above activities.

· Ensuring lived experience remains centred within all activities & continuously exploring opportunities for involvement & infusion of lived experience.

· Representing GINA at events (occasional travel)

· Undertaking any other duties as required by GINA (including, but not limited to operational & administrative tasks).

The Head of Partnerships and Systemic Change will lead MCF’s efforts to build strategic partnerships, drive systemic change, and influence policy to enable Muslim led charities to thrive in a more equitable, inclusive, and impactful civil society. 

Job role: Head of Partnerships and Systemic Change

Employer: Muslim Charities Forum

Salary:  £42,000 – 45,000 per annum

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week (4 days office-based, 1 day hybrid/remote)

Position: Fixed Term Contract, 3 years.

Location: London SE1. Nearest stations Waterloo, Lambeth North

Closing date for applications:16th December 2025, 5.00pm or until a suitable candidate is identified.

About Muslim Charities Forum (MCF)

Muslim Charities Forum (MCF) is the UK’s leading network for Muslim-led charities, strengthening the capacity, voice and impact of nearly 300 organisations. Guided by our pillars of Support, Connect and Represent, we champion excellence, transparency and social justice through resources, capacity-building, research and advocacy. 

We work to tackle structural and funding barriers, influence government, policymakers and the wider sector, and build a more sustainable, equitable Muslim-led charitable landscape. Through strategic partnerships and collaborations, we drive systemic change and amplify the contributions of Muslim-led organisations across society. 

Role Purpose

The Head of Partnerships and Systemic Change will lead MCF’s efforts to build strategic partnerships, drive systemic change, and influence policy to enable Muslim-led charities to thrive in a more equitable, inclusive, and impactful civil society.

The postholder will work closely with key stakeholders, including policymakers, government departments, funders, infrastructure bodies, and sector leaders, to address structural inequalities, unlock resources, and elevate the recognition of Muslim-led charities in British society. This role will involve both coalition-building and strategic campaigning to create lasting change within the sector.

Working in collaboration with MCF’s policy, communications, advocacy, and research teams, the Head of Partnerships and Systemic Change will ensure a coordinated approach that drives long-term, sector-wide capacity improvement and sustainable impact.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Systemic Change

• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy focused on driving systemic change that enhances the impact and sustainability of Muslim-led charities.
• Identify and dismantle structural, institutional, and policy barriers that hinder the growth and success of Muslim-led organisations.
• Lead efforts to address disparities in funding, representation, and support for Muslim-led charities, advocating for more equitable resource allocation.
• Champion inclusive policies that promote equity in representation and resource distribution for Muslim-led organisations across the charity sector.

External Engagement & Partnerships

• Build and maintain impactful relationships with key stakeholders, including policymakers, funders, government officials, and sector leaders.
• Work with funders and mainstream sector partners to unlock resources and support for Muslim-led organisations, ensuring equitable access to funding and opportunities.
• Develop strategic alliances and coalitions with infrastructure and umbrella organisations across the charity sector to foster collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and systemic change.
• Collaborate with civil society partners to advance inclusive policy frameworks and advocate for equitable funding practices.
• Position MCF as a key voice in coalition-building efforts and as a strategic campaigner on issues affecting the Muslim charitable sector.

Policy, Advocacy & Communications

• Collaborate closely with MCF’s policy, communications, and advocacy teams to design and implement integrated strategies for policy influence.
• Contribute to the development of evidence-based policy briefings, consultation responses, and advocacy campaigns aimed at driving systemic reform and addressing sectoral inequalities.
• Lead strategic campaigns that amplify MCF’s core messages and policy priorities to diverse audiences, including decision-makers and key influencers.
• Represent MCF at parliamentary, sectoral, and public events to advocate for policy change and elevate the profile of Muslim-led charities.

Research & Insight

• Work with MCF’s research team to generate insights and data that inform systemic change and strengthen advocacy efforts.
• Translate research findings into actionable recommendations for funders, policymakers, and other influential stakeholders.
• Use research to identify emerging trends and challenges within the Muslim charitable sector, developing proactive solutions to address these issues.

Collaboration & Representation

• Represent MCF externally with professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to the organisation’s values of inclusion, collaboration, and faith sensitivity.
• Act as a thought leader and advocate for Muslim-led charities in both public and private sector forums, driving change through advocacy and coalition-building.

Management

· Lead designated members of the team, overseeing work and line management where appropriate.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Significant experience (minimum 5 years) in driving systemic change within the charity, public, or civil society sectors.
• In-depth understanding of the UK charity landscape, particularly the challenges faced by minority or faith-based organisations.
• Proven track record of building and nurturing strategic partnerships with policymakers, funders, and senior stakeholders.
• Expertise in policy development, advocacy, and influencing key stakeholders to achieve long-term change.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong strategic thinking capabilities with the ability to connect research, policy, and advocacy to drive meaningful outcomes.
• A commitment to MCF’s mission, values, and principles of equity, inclusion, and collaboration.

Desirable:

• Experience in coalition-building or cross-sector partnership development.
• Understanding of frameworks for systemic change (e.g., systems thinking, collective impact).
• Familiarity with the British Muslim charitable ecosystem and its role in social change.

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to lead impactful change within one of the UK’s most dynamic faith-based networks.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth, leadership, and innovation.

Application Information:

To apply, please send a CV (no more than 2 pages) and a covering letter (max 1,000 words) explaining how you meet the essential criteria and your motivation and suitability for the post. Please include two referees (one of whom should be a recent manager).
 
We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are particularly keen to hear from candidates with lived experience of marginalisation and an understanding of Islamic ethos. Reasonable adjustments are available on request throughout the recruitment process.

We reserve the right to withdraw this role once a suitable candidate is identified.

If you have not heard from us concerning your application within 6 weeks, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

Interviews: Initial online short interview (stage 1), face-to-face in-office interview (stage 2).

No agencies.

UK residents only.  Sponsorship is not possible for this post. References will be taken up prior to appointment including relevant ID checks.

£30,305 - £33,145 | Full-time 35 hours per week (part time at four days per week will be considered) | Based at our offices in Clapham, near Settle, with a mix of office and home working.

Are you an experienced and self-motivated fundraiser who wants to make a difference to people, landscape and wildlife in the Yorkshire Dales?

We’re looking for a Development/Fundraising Officer to join our Corporate Partnerships team, helping to develop and grow our income in this vital area.

This is an exciting time to join YDMT, with a new strategy in place and ambitious vision to increase the impact of our work.

About Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust 

We are a charity doing big things to help to support people, landscape and wildlife in the Yorkshire Dales and surrounding areas.

We deliver diverse and inspirational projects, helping to plant 1.6 million trees and securing the future of more than 850 hectares of wildflower hay meadows, creating habitats for our wildlife and combatting climate change. We are passionate about inspiring disadvantaged groups and future generations to care for this special area.

About the role

The focus of this role is to develop and grow income from corporate partnerships, helping us build on our award-winning approach to this area of fundraising.

This will involve working closely with our Development Manager to ensure excellent stewardship of existing partners, helping us to develop long term strategic partnerships tailored to a company’s CSR or ESG objectives. You will also help with the planning and delivery of an exciting volunteering programme geared around hands-on habitat creation and management work in the Yorkshire Dales, Nidderdale and Forest of Bowland.

To support our growth plans, you'll play an important role in our business development activity, helping to increase corporate income. This will involve prospect research, helping with the planning and delivery of corporate engagement events and cultivating opportunities for additional funding from existing partners.

We offer a working environment where everyone is valued and empowered to make a difference. As a member of a relatively small and supportive team, there will be plenty of opportunity for you to expand your skills, supporting our wider fundraising efforts and project delivery work.  

About you

We’re looking for a self-motivated, organised and creative fundraiser or sales person with proven experience in relationship management.

You will have excellent people skills and an ability to develop strong relationships with corporate partners as well as colleagues and supporters. You will also have good written skills, with experience of creating compelling and engaging communications that inspire and engage your target audience.

Delivering exceptional volunteering events is key to the success of our corporate partnerships, so experience in the planning and execution of engaging in person events will be of real value.

A key part of the role will be to support our business development activity, which will require strong research skills and an ability to identify prospects that share our passion for delivering positive social and environmental impact. Experience using a CRM system to cultivate new business will be a key asset in this role.

Underpinning all of this is your ability to work within our culture – which means sharing our values of being creative, caring, honest and enabling.

The deadline for applications is 11.59pm, Sunday 4th Janaury 2026.

Interviews will take place w/c 12th Janauary 2026.

About IFOW

The Institute for the Future of Work (IFOW) is an independent research and development institute exploring how new technologies are transforming work and society. We generate insight and evidence, shape policy, and engage with diverse partners to promote a fairer future through better work.

Role Overview

IFOW are looking for an individual who can build strong programmes of activity to deliver impact in the service of a charitable mission, through strategic partnerships with academia, industry and policy. 

The applicant must be experienced at proactively identifying, engaging and building relationships that deliver impact, whilst also ensuring sustainable operations through income generation.

The candidate will have to show strong leadership and consortium-building capabilities to scope and develop opportunities in collaboration with our research and development teams. The ideal candidate will also have strong programme management capabilities to ensure the appropriate processes and tools are in place to deliver value for our organisation and core partners.

The ideal candidate must be used to working in fast-paced and agile organisations. Additionally, they must have strong experience of proactive income generation and have the ability to work collaboratively across the organisation to realise new opportunities.

Our small team is made up of determined individuals who are resolutely mission-focused. We are looking for a colleague to have fun with and learn with. If you’re passionate about a fairer future of better work and want to engage in the practical work of making it happen, please get in touch.

Key Responsibilities 

• Take overall responsibility for the partnership strategy, ensuring high-quality partnerships whilst working within the Senior Leadership Team to deliver on IFOW’s strategic objectives. 
• Build strong relationships by engaging with key stakeholders who pose opportunities for research, learning, collaboration and funding.
• Oversee and maintain thriving stakeholder relationships, capturing lessons learned and implementing these in ways that promote collaboration and understanding between all parties. 
• Develop a strong pipeline of prospects, whilst ensuring that these are actively progressed by supporting the drafting of proposals, preparing accurate budgets and supporting project infrastructures.
• Identify funding opportunities and sources of funding for IFOW, including public sector sources, philanthropy and commercial opportunities.
• Ensure partnerships within the charity can be delivered to a high standard, by supporting operational workflows across the organisation that help across the whole programme lifecycle, identifying opportunities for improved ways of working 

Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes

• Experience in networking and relationship building with senior executives and academics, supported by a demonstrated understanding of stakeholder management.
• Experience of engaging with UKRI or other public research funders, with a good understanding of UK research funding landscape.
• Ability to think critically about models and forms of partnership with different types of organisations, and the implications of different models.
• A track record of engaging with corporates and members, with experience of raising income through these engagements.
• Very comfortable in creating and executing an end-to-end partnership strategy.
• Experience of utilising project management software and CRM systems to drive engagement and deliver results.
• Experience working in the technology, policy or social justice environment is a plus, though not a prerequisite.
• Adept at quickly understanding organisational challenges and opportunities, and mapping this to the landscape.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to be at ease with people from a wide range of backgrounds.
• The ability to work both collaboratively and independently, comfortable with making decisions at pace and sometimes in a changing and uncertain environment.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to stay on top of many large and small tasks simultaneously, as well as a commitment to quality and attention to detail.
• A strong commitment to the goals and ethos of IFOW.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to play a central role in shaping the future of work at a critical time.
• A supportive and dynamic team environment with scope for professional growth and progression as IFOW expands.
• Salary £ 52,500 FTE per annum
• Contract: 1 year with view to renew
• Location: Hybrid: working remotely, with weekly in-person days in our central London office, and commitment to in-person attendance at events as and when required.
• Hours: Full-time 37.5 hours per week. IFOW offers flexible ways of working, and up to two months fully remote working each year, one of which must be in August.
• Leave: 28 days + 3 days shutdown over the Christmas period