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As Fundraising Lead- North & North Wales, you will lead Philanthropy and Corporate fundraising across your region, developing relationships with high‑net‑worth individuals, senior business leaders and corporate partners.

You will manage Centre Fundraising Managers, and support them on planning and prioritisation, work with Fundraising Boards as appropriate, and share best practice across Maggie’s. You will also help develop new fundraising opportunities.

This role requires a confident and collaborative leader who can coach teams, manage multiple stakeholders, work independently across a large region, representing Maggie’s with clarity and credibility.

There are four fundraising leads covering Scotland, North and North Wales, Midlands and South Wales and South. This role will work closely with the following centres: Newcastle, Middlesbrough, Yorkshire, Manchester, Oldham, The Wirral, North Wales, (Liverpool – not yet open).

Please note that first stage interviews will be held on Wednesday 5th August through Microsoft Teams. Second stage interviews will be held in person w/c 10th August. Date and location TBC.

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

First Give

First Give is a national charity that partners with secondary schools to inspire and equip young people with the knowledge, confidence, and skills to drive change. Through our structured programmes, students explore social issues, connect with charities, and take tangible steps to improve their community.

Empowering and equipping young people to meaningfully contribute to their community is a first step to addressing many of the challenges we face at this time of social disconnection and division. Our vision is of a more generous society where everyone is willing and able to give their time, money and skills to the causes they care about.

Trusts and Foundations Manager

We are seeking a dynamic, strategic and relationship-driven Trusts and Foundations Manager to lead on growing and stewarding First Give’s portfolio of high-value funders. This role will focus on securing income from Trusts and Foundations from first engagement to account management, delivery and reporting. 

First Give is a small charity, with a growing fundraising team and big ambitions. You will therefore be someone who thrives in a start-up environment, willing to try new things. We are looking for an exceptional writer, someone who can translate the impact of our work into proposals that inspire and motivate the reader to give.

You will play a pivotal role in shaping First Give’s income growth, working closely with our Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships and the Director to manage relationships with existing donors, and leading on the development of high value bids to expand our work. This role will also support key engagement activities, including hosting donors at student-led Final events and facilitating employee volunteering at schools.

This is an exciting opportunity for a confident communicator and grant fundraiser with experience managing and deepening relationships with high value trusts and foundations gifts – someone who thrives on storytelling and social impact. We currently have a strong pipeline of trusts and foundations and are looking for someone eager to write applications and secure funding.

Contract: Full-time, 35 hours per week; core hours - 10am till 4pm

Location: We have office space at the Pears Hub in West Hampstead, where some people come in one or two times a week, we're very flexible. 

Application process:

- Application form

- Task and interview (interviews will be conducted on MS Teams)

Please also fill out this equality & diversity monitoring form (this will not be linked to your application).

1. Application closes: 20th July 9am

2. Interviews: 23rd and 24th July

3. Start date: 1st September

The students we work with come from a diverse range of backgrounds, and so do we. We want to ensure that we are recruiting, retaining and promoting a diverse mix of colleagues. We want to foster a diverse and inclusive culture, to empower our teams to achieve our vision drawing on the broadest possible range of experiences. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates from minoritised groups currently underrepresented on our executive team, particularly black and minority ethnic and disabled candidates.

Please get in touch with Carmen O’Loughlin if you would like to request reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or have any queries about the role.

Are you interested in playing your part in making a difference to our world? Come and join our team as a Philanthropy Manager - we are hiring here at ClientEarth!

This role offers the chance to join a high‑performing, deeply collaborative Philanthropy Team within ClientEarth’s Development Department, working closely with major donors, trusts, and foundations across multiple countries.

Important dates to Note: Applications close on 20 July 2026 and if you are requested to submit additional information, the deadline to have this submitted is the morning of 22nd of July for your application to be fully considered. Please also remember to check our recruitment process section at the bottom of the advert to get acquainted with our recruitment process for this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Build a resilient donor pipeline and manage prospects and donors through each stage of the pipeline.
• Actively solicit and manage donor relationships across assigned portfolio to achieve global philanthropy income target with a focus on building new income and unrestricted income
• Work with the Global Head of Philanthropy and Lead to implement agreed fundraising strategies across geographies
• Collaborating with the team to implement the Philanthropy strategy as part of the overall Global Fundraising strategy, liaising with leadership, programme leads, communications and finance to ensure ClientEarth maximises potential income from corporate, restricted and unrestricted income streams

See the job description for a full list of duties for this role.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Fundraising management experience working in major donor fundraising.
• Demonstrable experience of securing five (or higher) figure gifts as well as multi-year commitments including unrestricted income.
• Good knowledge of donor and pipeline management, and financial processes 
• Previous line management experience 

See the job description for a full list of duties for this role.

Job Benefits

Flexible working:  We are proud to be a Flexa accredited Employer. Visit our Flexa Employer page for more information on our approach to flexible working. Our flexible working policy allows our people the choice to decide to work from home/another location in the country where their contract of employment is issued for 80% of their month, with the other 20% of their month being office-based. See our benefits page for more: Benefits | ClientEarth Careers as well as our flexible working FAQ.
 

ClientEarth values diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings. We aim to appoint the most suitable candidate at all times and welcome applications from people from all different backgrounds. See our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) at ClientEarth | ClientEarth journey page for more.

Please note that ClientEarth is only able to employ those who have the pre-existing legal right to work in the UK or Belgium.
 

ClientEarth is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or legal services to third parties.

Play a leading role in shaping the future of Saferworld’s philanthropic partnerships and help drive funding that supports peacebuilding around the world. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced relationship builder to grow a high potential income stream with real global impact.

Saferworld works to prevent violent conflict and build safer lives across Africa, Asia and the Middle East. As our Philanthropy Manager, you’ll join a committed, values‑driven team working in solidarity with people affected by conflict. You’ll lead on a portfolio of established philanthropic partners while also identifying and cultivating new opportunities that align with our mission and principles.

This is a role with genuine scope for creativity and innovation. You will shape cultivation strategies, co‑create funding opportunities with colleagues and partners, and represent Saferworld externally to deepen relationships and secure high‑value, multi‑year support. You will also help position the organisation to engage high net‑worth individuals, foundations and donor‑advised funds as we diversify our income.

Working closely with programme, policy, communications and finance teams, you will ensure our proposals, reports and donor care reflect the quality, impact and integrity of our work. A smaller part of your role will involve overseeing individual giving and gifts in wills, supported by the Funding Officer.

If you are motivated by building meaningful partnerships, influencing change, and contributing to a more peaceful world, this role offers the chance to make a tangible difference while shaping a growing area of work at Saferworld.

Head of Fundraising & Philanthropy

Permanent | Full-time (37.5 hours per week) - Flexible working arrangements considered.
Salary: £45,056–£49,417 (dependent on experience)
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Location: Bristol (Hybrid working)

Help Transform the Future of Rivers Across the Bristol Avon

This is a rare opportunity to build something that will have a lasting impact.

Over the past several years, Bristol Avon Rivers Trust (BART) has become one of the UK's fastest-growing Rivers Trusts, securing investment to restore rivers, reconnect habitats, reduce flooding and engage communities across the Bristol Avon catchment.

Now we're ready for the next stage of our journey.

We are looking for an ambitious and experienced fundraising leader to build and lead an entirely new area of our organisation - developing sustainable voluntary income that enables us to do more than project funding alone can achieve.

This is an opportunity to create something from the ground up. You will shape our fundraising strategy, diversify our income, build long-term relationships with supporters and partners, and unlock investment that will directly improve rivers, wildlife and communities across our region.

If you're motivated by building successful fundraising programmes with genuine environmental impact, we'd love to hear from you.

About Bristol Avon Rivers Trust

Founded in 2012, Bristol Avon Rivers Trust works across the Bristol Avon catchment to restore rivers for wildlife, people and the local economy.

Everything we do is guided by the best available science and a catchment based approach, working across entire catchments to improve biodiversity, climate resilience, water quality and flood resilience.

Since 2023, the Trust has experienced significant growth. We now employ around 20 staff, deliver approximately £1.3 million of projects annually, and work alongside local partnerships, farmers, landowners, communities, local authorities, businesses and government agencies.

Our ambition over the next five years is even greater.

To deliver our Strategy 2025–2030, we need to complement our strong track record in project funding with a sustainable programme of unrestricted and philanthropic income.

About the Role

Help shape the future Bristol Avon Rivers Trust (BART).

This is much more than a fundraising role.

You'll have the opportunity to design and lead BART's long-term fundraising strategy, creating entirely new income streams that will support restoration of rivers, education, community engagement, project development and organisational resilience.

Our immediate priority is to diversify our income beyond project grants by growing:

• Individual giving
• Philanthropic and charitable foundation support
• Corporate partnerships
• Major donors
• Legacy giving
• Unrestricted income opportunities

While these priorities have been identified strategically, we are looking for someone with the experience and creativity to refine the approach, test new ideas and build a sustainable fundraising programme for the future.

Success during your first 12 months will include:

• Developing and launching BART's fundraising strategy
• Building a compelling case for supporting the Trust’s work
• Establishing a strong pipeline of unrestricted income opportunities
• Growing relationships and excellent communications with supporters and funders
• Embedding fundraising across the organisation
• Creating clear KPIs and reporting frameworks with the CEO and Trustees

This is a highly strategic position reporting directly to the Chief Executive.

The successful candidate will work closely with an engaged Leadership Team and supportive Board of Trustees, who recognise fundraising as a strategic priority for the organisation's future growth.

Our CEO has extensive experience securing major grant funding and developing partnerships, and will work closely alongside you to help establish and grow this new function.

As with any investment in fundraising, success will be measured against mutually agreed objectives and long-term growth rather than immediate financial return. We recognise that developing sustainable fundraising takes time, and we are committed to supporting the successful candidate to build a lasting programme.

What You'll Be Doing

You will:

• Develop and implement BART's Fundraising and Philanthropy Strategy.
• Diversify unrestricted income from individuals, trusts and foundations, philanthropy, corporate partnerships, legacies and other voluntary income streams.
• Develop a compelling organisational Case for Support aligned to BART's Five-Year Strategy.
• Work with the CEO and Leadership Team to establish fundraising priorities and KPIs.
• Lead fundraising campaigns, communications, and supporter engagement initiatives.
• Manage and develop BART's supporter journey using our Beacon CRM system.
• Work closely with our Trust Administrator, who provides administrative support to the organisation, including support for CRM administration and fundraising processes.
• Coordinate fundraising activity across the Trust and ensure opportunities are maximised.
• Build strong relationships with major donors, funders and strategic partners.
• Ensure compliance with the Fundraising Regulator's Code of Fundraising Practice.
• Report regularly to the Leadership Team and Board of Trustees.

Why This Role is Different

This is an opportunity to build a fundraising programme with exceptional foundations already in place.

You will benefit from:

• A highly respected and growing environmental charity.
• Strong project delivery with proven environmental impact.
• An experienced CEO with a successful track record of securing significant funding and developing strategic partnerships.
• A supportive Board committed to growing fundraising.
• A database managed through Beacon CRM.
• A recognised and trusted regional brand with significant opportunities for growth.

You'll have genuine freedom to shape the future direction of fundraising at BART.

About You

We're looking for someone who is ambitious, entrepreneurial and excited by creating something new.

You'll ideally have:

• At least five years' experience in fundraising or philanthropy.
• Experience developing fundraising strategies and delivering income growth.
• Knowledge of trusts, foundations, philanthropy, individual giving or corporate fundraising.
• Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills.
• Strong planning and project management skills.
• Experience using CRM systems (Beacon experience welcomed but not essential).
• Excellent written communication, storytelling and bid-writing skills.
• The ability to translate complex environmental work into compelling fundraising propositions.
• A passion for rivers and their recovery and creating meaningful impact.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure.
• Holiday increases with length of service.
• 9% employer pension contribution.
• Life Assurance.
• Hybrid and flexible working.
• A supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Professional development opportunities.

Why Join BART?

Healthy rivers are fundamental to tackling climate change, biodiversity loss, flood resilience and community wellbeing.

Joining BART means becoming part of a passionate, ambitious organisation that delivers measurable environmental change every day.

Most importantly, this role gives you the opportunity to build something with lasting impact.

The fundraising programme you create will enable thousands more people to connect with and restore rivers across the Bristol Avon catchment for generations to come.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Bristol Avon Rivers Trust is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported.

We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and communities, particularly those underrepresented within the environmental sector.

How to Apply

Please send a CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role before 11:59pm on Friday 17th July 

Further Information

To learn more about our work, visit:

Bristol Avon Rivers Trust

Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity
Location: Sheffield
Reporting to: Director of Fundraising

Salary: £45,721.96 to £60,963.64 per annum

Hours and basis: Full Time 37.5 hours per week / Permanent position

Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity is looking for an ambitious and inspiring fundraising leader to join us as Head of Philanthropy, Trusts & Foundations. This is a unique opportunity to shape and drive high-value fundraising strategies that directly transform the lives of children and families.

About the role

In this pivotal leadership role, you will lead and grow our philanthropy and trusts income streams, developing and delivering a long-term strategy that drives sustainable income growth and meaningful impact.

You’ll work closely with senior leaders, clinicians and colleagues across the Charity and NHS Trust to bring compelling, high-impact projects to life, engaging new supporters and strengthening relationships with our existing donors.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a strategic plan for philanthropy, trusts and foundations fundraising
• Secure significant gifts and long-term partnerships from major donors and funders
• Personally manage a portfolio of high-value prospects and supporters
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of funding opportunities
• Oversee compelling cases for support, proposals and grant applications
• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing fundraising team
• Work collaboratively across the organisation to identify impactful funding opportunities

About you

We’re looking for a collaborative and driven fundraising professional with a proven track record in securing high-value gifts (ideally six-figure+).

You will bring:

• Strong experience in major donor and trust fundraising
• Exceptional relationship-building and influencing skills
• Strategic thinking and a results-driven approach
• Experience leading and motivating high-performing teams
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling funding propositions
• A proactive, creative mindset with strong organisational and analytical skills

For further details please read the full job description which outlines behaviours and qualities we are looking for along with skills and experience.

Why join us?

At Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity, you’ll be part of a passionate, ambitious team committed to making a real difference. You’ll have the opportunity to work on inspiring projects, build meaningful relationships, and shape the future of philanthropy which supports the Sheffield Children’s Hospital to enable healthier futures for children and young people.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today with your CV and a covering letter.

Initial closing date: Wednesday 1st July 2026 - 9am

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to all applicants. If you are shortlisted for interview, we will contact you directly. We thank you for your interest in joining Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity.

Agencies: We are not accepting unsolicited agency contact or applications for this role. Any CVs submitted by agencies without prior agreement will not be considered.

We are seeking an organised and detail-oriented Philanthropy Grants Officer to support the development and management of the College’s extensive Research, Grants and Fellowships portfolio. 

Reporting to the Head of Development, you will play a central role in administering and developing funding opportunities that support surgical, dental and educational research and professional development. Working closely with colleagues across the College, Committee members, funders, researchers and external partners, you will oversee the full lifecycle of RCSEd’s grants programme, from application and assessment processes through to award management, reporting and stewardship. 

This is a varied role offering the opportunity to work across research funding, governance, financial monitoring and stakeholder engagement, while helping to promote the impact of College-funded projects and opportunities. The role also contributes to the development of new funding initiatives and partnerships that enhance the support available to College Fellows and Members. 

The role is based in Edinburgh with flexibility for hybrid working. Occasional travel and out-of-hours working may be required. 

Experience/Qualifications/Key Skills 

You will be educated to degree level or possess equivalent professional experience and have experience supporting grants, funding or award programmes, including administration, financial monitoring and stakeholder engagement. 

You will have excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical and numerical skills are essential, together with the ability to work confidently with financial information and spreadsheets. 

You will be an effective communicator, capable of building positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and providing clear advice and guidance on funding opportunities and processes. 

Experience within higher education, charity, medical research or related environments would be advantageous. 

This role may particularly appeal to individuals with experience in grants, funding, awards, fellowships or programme administration who are looking to develop their career within a mission-driven organisation supporting research, education and professional development. 

This is an exciting time to join us. As we grow our international efforts and sharpen our strategic focus, we are creating a new Head of Research & Grants role to lead our combined research and grant-making function. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, you will be our senior operational and strategic leader for how we identify, fund and learn from the work that gives babies the best start in life.

The grants and research effort of the Foundation is focussed on the ‘So What?’. You will make sure every piece of ground breaking research and every charity grant adds to our global advocacy for babies, informing and educating policy makers across the world about the 1001 Critical Days and how they can help parents and carers give their babies the best start in life.

To apply, please click the redirect to recruiter button. 

About The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh is an independent membership organisation dedicated to the education, training and advancement of surgeons, dental surgeons, doctors, and various individuals throughout healthcare who are involved in the surgical care of patients. The College has a current membership approaching 33,000 and growing, with members spanning over 100 countries around the world.

From our founding in 1505, the College has been committed to the advancement of surgery and driving patient safety standards worldwide. In our 520-year history, there has never been a better time to join the College than now.

Working with us

At the College we aim to embrace views from across the organisation, sharing common goals and values for the betterment of healthcare through the advancement of surgical and dental professionals. We aim to develop teams that are reflective of the needs of our members and maximise the potential of every employee.

To reflect the varying needs across the organisation, we offer a range of policies and benefits for our workforce including a generous 42 days annual leave, flexible working practices, enhanced employer pensions contribution and various discounts throughout the College including the Ten Hill Place Hotel, 1505 Café and free entry to Surgeons’ Hall Museums.

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Philanthropy Officer to support the College’s fundraising and donor engagement activities.

Working closely with the Philanthropy Manager and Head of Development, you will help secure philanthropic support for a range of College priorities, including research, education, global surgery and heritage. This includes supporting fundraising activity for the College’s Global CARE initiative, which aims to address healthcare inequalities worldwide through improved access to safe surgery and patient care. You will contribute to the delivery of fundraising campaigns, legacy giving initiatives, undertake prospect research, develop funding proposals and build relationships with individual donors, corporate supporters, trusts and foundations.

This is a varied role that combines relationship management, fundraising, communications and research. It offers the opportunity to develop experience across a broad range of philanthropic activities while contributing to initiatives that support the College’s mission to advance surgical and dental care worldwide.

The role is based in Edinburgh with flexibility for hybrid working. Occasional travel and out-of-hours working may be required to support meetings, events and donor engagement activities.

Experience/Qualifications/Key Skills

You will be educated to degree level or possess equivalent professional experience and have experience in fundraising, philanthropy, donor engagement, partnership development or a related field.

You will be an organised and proactive individual with excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Experience of prospect research, preparing funding proposals and securing support from donors, sponsors, trusts or foundations would be advantageous.

You will be comfortable managing multiple priorities, working with databases or CRM systems and collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders to achieve shared objectives.

Trusts and Foundations Fundraising Manager

We are seeking an experienced Trusts and Foundations Fundraising Manager to secure vital funding and help drive the growth of an ambitious charity supporting people affected by serious health conditions.

Position: Trusts and Foundations Fundraising Manager
Salary: £32,000 - £38,000 per annum pro rata, depending on experience
Location: Leeds office, hybrid or remote working available
Hours: Part-time, 2-3 days per week (negotiable)
Contract: Permanent. Contract or freelance arrangements may also be considered.
Closing Date: 11th July

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced trusts fundraiser to join a well-established charity with a strong track record of grant funding success.

Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will lead on securing income from trusts and foundations, while also identifying opportunities from corporate and statutory funders where appropriate. You will manage existing funder relationships, develop new prospects and create compelling applications that support both project delivery and core organisational costs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing a trusts and foundations fundraising strategy
• Writing persuasive funding applications and impact reports
• Managing a portfolio of existing and prospective funders
• Building and maintaining strong funder relationships
• Researching and identifying new funding opportunities
• Working with colleagues to align funding opportunities with organisational priorities
• Monitoring fundraising performance and providing reporting and analysis
• Ensuring fundraising activities meet relevant regulations and best practice standards

About You

You will have proven experience securing funding from trusts and foundations and be confident managing a varied portfolio of funders.

You will also have:

• A successful track record in trusts and foundations fundraising
• Excellent proposal and report writing skills
• Strong research and prospecting abilities
• Experience building and managing funder relationships
• Excellent organisational and project management skills
• Experience using CRM systems to support fundraising activity
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities

Knowledge of the healthcare or charity sector would be advantageous.

About the Organisation

This charity supports people with brain tumours and their families. They help individuals navigate the healthcare system, offer emotional and practical support, and drive campaigns and awareness. From solo ocean rowers to children raising thousands, their community of fundraisers is extraordinary and we’re looking for someone just as exceptional to support them.

The employer aims to be an equal opportunities organisation and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Trust Fundraising Manager, Trusts Fundraiser, Grants Manager, Grants Fundraising Manager, Philanthropy Manager, Funding Manager, Fundraising Manager, Trusts and Grants Manager, Bid Writer, Development Manager. #INDNFP

Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People. Applications will be reviewed on receipt and the organisation reserves the right to close the vacancy early should a suitable candidate be appointed.

Fundraising Manager

Salary: £65,000–£70,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) or Part-time (30 hours per week considered, salary pro rata)
Location: Hybrid working between home and our offices at Great Portland Street and Kennington Lane, London
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Direct Report: Fundraising Assistant

About International Students House (ISH)

International Students House (ISH) is a unique charity in the heart of London's West End, bringing together students from across the world through affordable accommodation, social activities, welfare support and cultural exchange.

For over a century, ISH has been creating opportunities for young people from diverse backgrounds to live, learn and build lifelong international friendships. As we enter an exciting new phase of growth, we are investing in our fundraising capability to secure the long-term future of our charity and expand our impact.

We are now seeking an ambitious, strategic and relationship-focused Fundraising Manager to establish and lead our fundraising function.

The Opportunity

This is a newly created senior role offering the opportunity to shape the future of fundraising at ISH.

Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Board of Trustees and senior leadership team, you will develop and deliver a comprehensive fundraising strategy that grows philanthropic income and builds sustainable funding streams.

You'll lead on developing relationships with trusts and foundations, major donors, alumni, corporate partners and international supporters while creating compelling fundraising campaigns that inspire long-term engagement.

If you're an experienced fundraiser looking for the opportunity to build something meaningful and make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

As Fundraising Manager, you will:

• Develop and implement a 3–5 year fundraising strategy aligned with ISH's strategic objectives.

• Build a diverse fundraising portfolio across trusts and foundations, major donors, corporate partnerships, alumni, community fundraising and international philanthropy.

• Identify, cultivate and steward major donors and strategic partners.

• Lead the development of compelling funding applications and grant proposals.

• Secure significant income from trusts, foundations, government bodies and corporate sponsors.

• Develop donor stewardship and recognition programmes that encourage long-term support.

• Work collaboratively with Marketing, Alumni Relations, Events and CRM colleagues to deliver integrated fundraising campaigns.

• Establish fundraising KPIs, monitor performance and report regularly to the CEO, Senior Management Team and Board of Trustees.

• Manage and develop the Fundraising Assistant while fostering a collaborative fundraising culture across the organisation.

• Ensure all fundraising activity complies with charity law, the Code of Fundraising Practice and data protection legislation.

About You

You will be a motivated fundraising professional with a proven track record of securing significant philanthropic income and developing successful fundraising strategies.

You'll bring:

Essential

• Significant experience in fundraising, philanthropy or income generation.

• Demonstrable success securing funding from trusts and foundations, major donors and/or corporate partners.

• Experience developing and delivering fundraising strategies.

• Outstanding relationship management and networking skills.

• Excellent proposal and bid-writing abilities.

• Strong financial awareness and project management skills.

• Experience using CRM systems and analysing fundraising performance.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

• A collaborative, proactive and results-driven approach.

Desirable

• Experience within the charity, higher education or international education sectors.

• Alumni fundraising experience.

• Knowledge of UK trust and foundation fundraising.

• Experience securing international philanthropic funding, particularly in North America.

• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising or equivalent.

• Fundraising qualification or professional accreditation.

Why Join ISH?

This is an exciting opportunity to build a fundraising function with significant scope for innovation and growth while helping transform the lives of students from around the world.

In return we offer:

• Salary of £65,000–£70,000 (depending on experience)

• Full-time or part-time working options

• Hybrid working

• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days with service

• Defined benefit contributory pension scheme

• Vitality private health insurance (Senior Management Team)

• Healthcare cash plan

• £3 daily meal allowance for use in our catering facilities

• Sage employee benefits platform

• Interest-free annual travel loan (after probation)

Eligibility

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.

Join Us

If you are an experienced fundraiser who is excited by the opportunity to shape a new fundraising function, build meaningful donor relationships and help secure the future of an organisation that has supported generations of students from around the world, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and help shape the next chapter of International Students House.

Senior Philanthropy and Partnerships Executive

Location: Remote

Salary: £30,000 per annum

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Fill Time

Are you a confident relationship-builder with a passion for purpose-driven work? Do you know how to turn conversations into long-term support and meaningful partnerships?

We’re looking for a Senior Philanthropy & Partnerships Executive to join our passionate fundraising team in a remote, full-time role working 35 hours per week. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident relationship-builder to help grow income from high-net-worth individuals, corporate partners and trusts, supporting life-changing services across the UK.

At The Forward Trust, we help people break cycles of addiction, homelessness and offending to build positive futures. With around 40% of our workforce in active recovery and/or with lived experience of the criminal justice system, our team is proof that change is possible.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be joining an ambitious and supportive fundraising team responsible for generating £2.3 million annually to power our vital Recovery and Belonging services. Strong foundations are already in place, now we need someone exceptional to help take us further.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Identify and engage new high-net-worth donors and corporate partners
• Support delivery of major giving, company support and legacy strategies
• Build tailored stewardship journeys that inspire long-term support
• Manage a portfolio of existing supporters and promising prospects
• Create compelling proposals, impact reports and donor communications
• Support applications to corporate foundations and funding opportunities
• Help shape donor-facing materials that showcase our mission and impact
• Coordinate events, visits and cultivation opportunities
• Represent The Forward Trust externally with confidence and passion
• Maintain accurate CRM records and donor data
• Collaborate across the wider fundraising team to maximise results

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in fundraising, partnerships or relationship management
• Strong communication and influencing skills
• A proactive, target-driven mindset with excellent attention to detail
• Confidence managing multiple priorities and stakeholders
• Passion for social impact and changing lives

If you’re motivated by meaningful work and excited by the chance to grow transformational partnerships, we’d love to hear from you.

About Us

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

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

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

Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 

Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work

Dependent on role you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service Check, details of which will be shared with you at interview

To Apply

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

Strategic Partnerships Manager 

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Are you ready to take on a new challenge at a leading UK charity and help make a real difference for brain tumour patients and their families?

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One in three people in the UK knows someone affected by a brain tumour. Brain Tumour Research is determined to change this. We are the only national charity focused on finding a cure for all types of brain tumours.

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We are campaigning to increase the national investment in research to £35 million per year and funding sustainable Centres of Excellence across the UK.

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Since the Charity was launched in 2009, we have invested £37.5 million in research into brain tumours, supporting game-changing science that with benefit patients in years to come. We are the leading voice of the brain tumour community, influencing governments and larger charities to invest more in this devastating disease.

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Our last financial year was our most successful fundraising year to date, and we’re building on that momentum and looking ahead with ambition. We are now searching for passionate people to help us achieve the next steps on our journey to get closer to a cure.

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We are recruiting for a Strategic Partnerships Manager to join our team. This role will play a crucial part in the Income Generation and Development team ​and support the wider charity to achieve our strategic aims.

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• Are you passionate about making a difference for brain tumour patients and their families?· Would you like to work for an innovative and influential UK medical research charity?
• Do you live within a commutable distance from Milton Keynes?
• Do you have proven experience in fundraising, partnerships or philanthropy roles?

If you answered yes to these questions and you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.

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To learn more about this position, the required skills and experience, and the Charity, please read our Recruitment Pack.

We look forward to receiving your application.

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We are asking for a CV as the first step but applicants may be asked to provide a targeted covering letter as part of the selection process. Interviews will be conducted during the application window as appropriate, and will consist of a first interview via MS Teams, progressing, if successful to a face-to-face second interview, held at our head office in Milton Keynes.

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We reserve the right to close the application window early and advise candidates to apply in good time to avoid disappointment.

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Closing Date: 26th June 2026

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We are looking for people who share our passion for finding a cure for brain tumours and who have the skills and experience to make a difference. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages. We believe that diversity enriches our organisation and helps us achieve our mission. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can be themselves and contribute to our vision.