Policy jobs in United kingdom

Would you like to join an effective and encouraging team that helps people who are homeless find housing? You will be making a tangible difference every day. 

HOPE worldwide provides a compassionate, person-centred housing service ‘Two Step’ that helps people find and sustain accommodation in the private rented sector and in supported housing. 

The team spirit, opportunities for staff development, and the way that staff live out Christian values were instrumental in HOPE worldwide being awarded Investors in People Gold Accreditation.

The nature of the work will require someone who is resilient, quick to learn and is a good team player. Full training and regular support will be provided. 

Relevant experience is desirable but not essential.

Salary: £29,000 – £32,000 per annum

Working hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week - hybrid role: can work up to 2 days from home by arrangement)

Annual leave and benefits: 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, 5% pension contribution, Employee Assistance Programme.

Requirements - this job is for you if you:

• Have good written and oral communication skills in English and can liaise with external agencies in a professional manner 
• Can communicate compassionately and build trust to help people navigate challenging circumstances
• Have good IT literacy and organisational skills
• Can take initiative as a member of a team
• Can work under emotional pressure and respond to stressful situations professionally and with integrity

What will you do in the role?

• Assess client needs and suitability for accommodation in the private rented sector and/or supported housing via in-person meetings 
• Provide advice, guidance and support over the phone, in person, and via email to clients and stakeholders
• Arrange viewings of suitable properties with clients and liaise with agents and landlords
• Make referrals to hostels and supported housing
• Assist clients to access grants and with benefit claims
• Support clients with issues such as rent payments, liaising with landlords and dealing with neighbours
• Update client records and referrers using our CRM system, In-Form.
• Work with the team to keep improving the service

Desirable Experience and skills:

At HOPE worldwide, we value both lived and learnt experience. The following skills and experience would be helpful but if you don't have them, rest assured that we value attitude and willingness to learn, not just experience and skills:

• Working within a team of professional staff
• Successfully building relationships with a variety of stakeholders
• Experience of working with a charity/third sector organisation
• Working or serving within an organisation with a Christian ethos
• Supporting people to resolve issues with benefit claims
• Personal experience of overcoming homelessness or disadvantage
• Supporting people to access or sustain accommodation 

Equal Opportunities:

HOPE worldwide is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to ensuring that our workplace is free from discrimination within the framework of the Equality Act 2010.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Candidates will require Right to Work in the UK.

Please note that our office is in Angel, Islington and is up two flights of stairs with no lift. The requirements of job applicants and existing members of staff who have a disability will be reviewed to ensure that, wherever possible, reasonable adjustments are made to enable them to enter into or remain in employment with us. 

DBS checks:

Due to the nature of the role, a criminal record check is required before a final job offer is made.

How to apply:

Please submit a CV and cover letter outlining your motivation, skills and experience.

We know that there will be strong candidates who will not fit all the criteria, or who have important skills we have not mentioned. If that is you, please do not hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to in-person interviews at HOPE worldwide’s office in Islington.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Are you highly effective at building relationships, with experience in talent relationship management, celebrity engagement, or ambassador strategy? Do you want to develop a credible, high-performing network of public figures who authentically champion our mission and enhance the national profile and public support for the Alzheimer’s Society?

About the role
We are recruiting for a Head of Talent, Ambassadors and Influencer Relationships to join on a full-time basis, working 35 hours per week on a permanent contract. This is a home-based role, however there is a requirement to travel to London on a regular basis to attend in-person networking events and meetings with donors, key stakeholders and team members.

As Head of Talent, Ambassadors and Influencer Relationships, you will be responsible for harnessing the power of public figures and sport to drive long-term engagement, profile, and impact. You will achieve this by identifying, securing, and managing relationships with celebrity supporters, ambassadors, and influencers, whilst also building and maintaining positive relationships with agents, managers, and representatives.

In this new senior leadership role, you will lead and manage a specialist team, whilst also working collaboratively with key internal teams and stakeholders to create high-impact moments and campaigns that increase engagement, relevance, and organisational fame.

You will lead a joined-up strategy across celebrity talent, ambassadors, sport organisations, and broadcasters with the aim of developing a credible, high-performing network of public figures who authentically champion our mission and enhance the national profile and public support for the Society. Through bold, high-profile activations and trusted partnerships, you will connect new and diverse audiences to the organisation’s mission, values, and campaigns.

First round interviews for this role have been provisionally scheduled to take place via MS Teams on Friday 1st May. Second round will be held in person.

About you
Joining us, you’ll have significant experience in talent relationship management, celebrity engagement, or ambassador strategy, ideally within culture, sport, media, or mission-driven organisations. You’ll have experience of using your entrepreneurial mindset and commercial awareness to build and shape new areas of work and you’ll have a track record of successfully using your initiative and your ability to think strategically to identify new opportunities.

Crucially, you’ll have a proven ability to manage high-profile relationships and complex external partnerships. You’ll be a highly effective networker and relationship-builder, with the emotional intelligence, negotiation and communication skills required to establish long-lasting partnerships. You’ll also have experience of successfully leading a team and building a proactive and positive, solutions-focussed team culture.

What you’ll focus on:

- Developing and delivering an integrated strategy for talent, ambassadors, influencers and sport partnerships that supports organisational priorities, campaigns, and growth.
- Defining how the organisation works with influential figures — from entertainers to athletes — to maximise reach, credibility, and public engagement.
- Leading and manage a small specialist team, while working closely with campaigns, media, fundraising, digital, and policy and influencing colleagues.
- Identifying, securing, and managing relationships with celebrity supporters, ambassadors, and influencers, aligned to clear objectives and outcomes.
- Designing and growing a structured, diverse ambassador programme that amplifies lived experience and authentic storytelling to deliver profile and credibility for the Society.
- Developing strategic partnerships with sport’s governing bodies, clubs, leagues, broadcasters, and sport talent to deliver national reach and impact.
- Acting as a connector between sport and mission, identifying shared values and long-term collaboration opportunities.

About Alzheimer's Society - who are we and what’s our mission?
Dementia is the UK’s biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime.

At Alzheimer’s Society, we’re the UK’s leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding ground-breaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be.  

Together with our supporters, we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for. 

Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as part of a minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society.     

Our hiring process
We want you to bring your whole self to the process. Applications are anonymised until interview stage, and we’re happy to support any adjustments. Share your feedback via our candidate survey when applying to help us improve. We may close early if we receive high interest (with 48 hours’ notice). Some roles may require a DBS check as part of our safer recruitment commitment. Thinking about using AI during the recruitment process? We know this can be helpful in many ways but remember to include your personal and authentic self too. Your voice and experience are what really set you apart. 

Giving back to you
At Alzheimer’s Society, we value our people and take a total reward approach to pay and benefits. You’ll enjoy a generous double-matched pension scheme, 27 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays and wellbeing days), and access to a free Health Shield Cash Plan, 24/7 EAP, Thrive mental wellbeing support, and virtual GP services. Our Society Plus platform offers exclusive discounts, wellbeing resources, and recognition schemes, while our flexible working, family-friendly policies, and life assurance provide peace of mind and work/life balance. We also offer a free Will-writing service and long service awards to recognise your ongoing commitment.

We are seeking a Outreach Manager who is excited by the opportunity to join a passionate team committed to listening well, collaborating widely, and building innovative, community-centred responses that make a lasting difference. This role will help shape and strengthen the systems, processes, and partnerships that enable our outreach services to scale while remaining deeply rooted in the needs of the communities we serve.

About The Branch Trust

The Branch Trust is a charity established in 2020, growing out of the outreach work of St Mary’s Church, Chipping Norton. We serve communities across Chipping Norton and surrounding villages, with a particular focus on the most deprived areas of West Oxfordshire, where barriers to accessing support can prevent individuals and families from thriving.

At the heart of our work is a deep commitment to listening carefully to the real challenges faced at grassroots level and responding in a dynamic, innovative way. Our approach brings together voluntary organisations, statutory services, and local community networks to create joined-up, practical support that treats people as whole individuals. This collaborative, holistic model—rooted in the life of the community—is something we believe can serve as a blueprint for others seeking to address complex social needs in meaningful and sustainable ways.

Driven by our Christian faith, we work alongside partners to support, encourage, and empower people of all ages, backgrounds, beliefs, and circumstances. With strong local backing, we have raised over £4 million to develop a central community hub in Chipping Norton, providing a base from which this integrated support and outreach can grow and flourish.

Role Overview

The Outreach Manager will work closely with the CEO to lead and coordinate the charity’s frontline outreach work, particularly focusing on mental health support and domestic abuse response.

A key aspect of the role will also involve working closely with the Nurture Lead, who oversees the Nurture Team, to ensure strong collaboration, shared learning, and joined-up support for individuals and families engaging with The Branch Trust.

A large part of this role will be concentrating on building the collaborative work of The Branch, both building relationships with other services and networks and advocating for the work of The Branch.This role ensures consistency, quality, and impact across outreach activities while developing the organisation’s capacity to grow.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Organisational Development

•Build a trusted and effective working relationship with the CEO to collaboratively work on the outward focus of the charity and interaction with other voluntary and statutory organisations

•Work closely with the Nurture Lead to align outreach and nurture services.

•Translate strategy into practical plans and help the charity grow sustainably.

•Foster a positive, healthy, and safe organisational culture that safeguards both staff and clients.

Outreach Delivery and Coordination

•Lead and coordinate frontline outreach work, particularly mental health and domestic abuse support.

•Oversee Connect Cafe Help Desk Volunteers and shape services in partnership with support agencies.

•Ensure consistent standards, quality, and effectiveness across outreach activities.

•Develop and implement outreach strategies to support individuals and families experiencing hardship.

•Monitor and evaluate outreach initiatives to ensure they meet the charity’s goals.

Partnerships and Advocacy

•Build strong relationships with statutory and voluntary sector partners.

•Act as an advocate for the charity at events and in networks.

•Strengthen referral pathways with local authorities, schools, health professionals, and community organisations.

Team Management and Support

•Provide supervision, support, and training to outreach staff, volunteers, and interns.

•Motivate and support the team to deliver high-quality services.

•Ensure accountability, wellbeing, and ongoing development within the outreach team.

•Train as a Designated Safeguarding Lead

•Attend weekly staff meetings and contribute to team life, including leading a time of worship once per quarter.

Operations, Monitoring and Compliance

•Work with the CEO and Nurture Lead to review and develop systems for measuring and reporting impact.

•Ensure safeguarding and data protection (GDPR) standards are maintained.

•Support responsible management of budgets and resources.

Communications and Representation (optional, for discussion)

•Implement communication strategies via social media, newsletters, and website.

•Represent the charity at local, district, and county-wide meetings.

•Report progress and updates to the Board of Trustees as required.

Person Specification

Essential Experience

•Experience managing or supervising teams.

•Experience or strong interest in the charity/community sector.

•Demonstrable internal and external communication skills.

•Commitment to delivering organisational objectives effectively.

Desirable Experience

•Knowledge of statutory and voluntary sectors in Oxfordshire.

•Understanding of safeguarding, health & safety, and regulatory matters.

•Experience working collaboratively with external agencies.

Key Skills

•Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

•Sound decision-making and problem-solving abilities.

•Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects.

•Experience measuring and reporting financial and impact data.

•Strong organisational and time management skills.

•Ability to inspire and motivate others.

•Confidence working with people from diverse backgrounds.

 

Qualifications

•Essential: Degree or equivalent relevant education.

•Desirable: Vocational qualifications; clean full driving licence.

Personal Attributes

•Motivated by strong Christian faith.

•Compassionate towards vulnerable individuals and families.

•Positive, organised, and proactive.

•Creative, flexible, and adaptable.

•Collaborative and enthusiastic, committed to professional development.

Additional Information

•Reports directly to the CEO under the governance of the Board of Trustees.

•Some work may take place in local schools, including St Mary’s Primary School and Chipping Norton Secondary School, following relevant policies.

•Subject to Enhanced DBS check.

•Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR): practising Christian. Post holder will participate in and occasionally lead short acts of worship within team meetings.

•Training and development opportunities provided.

We are recruiting for a compassionate Instructor to support the delivery of our specialist assistance dog programmes. This role is key to ensuring our clients and their dogs receive high-quality, tailored training, enabling strong partnerships that transform lives.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate and growing organisation committed to supporting people with a range of disabilities. You will deliver one-to-one training for clients and their dogs, covering task work, obedience, and practical skills, as well as providing structured guidance to help build confident and successful partnerships. The role involves a mix of home visits, community-based training, and nationwide travel, including occasional overnight stays.

Working both independently and as part of a wider team, you will support clients throughout their journey, from initial training through to post-graduation follow-ups, ensuring ongoing progress and wellbeing. You will also respond to behavioural enquiries, deliver training classes and presentations, and contribute to the smooth running of the training department through administration and reporting.

To succeed, you will have strong experience in dog training and behaviour, alongside the ability to build supportive, professional relationships with people from a wide range of backgrounds. You will be confident working alone in varied environments, adaptable in your approach, and comfortable delivering training to individuals and groups. A commitment to excellent communication, organisation, and compassionate support is essential.

Wolfram Syndrome UK (WSUK)

WSUK is a small national charity based in West Sussex that supports children, young people and adults affected by Wolfram Syndrome (WS) and their parents/wider families. WS is an ultra-rare genetic disorder which causes a complex range of symptoms, including diabetes mellitus, vision problems, renal problems, deafness, and neurological problems. WSUK provides current, accurate and family-friendly information, raises awareness of WS among health professionals and the public, and helps to fund WS research. For further information visit the Wolfram Syndrome UK website 

WSUK Adult Support Co-ordinator Role

WSUK is seeking a part-time adult support co-ordinator (2.5 days per week, working over 4-5 days, 0.5 FTE, £14.1k-£15.6k per annum), based in the Midlands area. This home-based role will provide support to WS affected adults and their families to help improve the quality of their lives. Through liaising with professionals (including the WS expert clinical team at Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH), Birmingham), external or advocacy organisations, this role will help facilitate access to the services to which WS affected adults and their families are entitled. The adult support co-ordinator will help adults and their families to increase their confidence and independence in living with their condition. This role will also act as an important point of contact for WS affected adults, providing advice and support in confidence.

Skills and experience

Applicants should have several years’ experience in a similar position, working with people affected by sensory loss, long-term medical / genetic condition, or disability. Applicants should also have a strong desire to help improve the lives of adults living with a long-term condition or disability and be confident in talking with people with a range of abilities and diverse cultural backgrounds.

Applicants should have experience in working effectively as part of a remote team, be confident in working independently and in managing conflicting priorities.

Some limited UK travel will be required (particularly to meet WS affected adults during their WS clinic visit at QEH, Birmingham (6 clinics per year) and the annual WS conference. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

Interim Chief Executive
6‑month contract – Part‑time (21 hours/week)

We are seeking an experienced and confident Interim Chief Executive to lead an organisation through a key period of transition. This role requires a strong, strategic leader with a background in membership organisations, experience managing teams through change, and the ability to represent the organisation effectively across the sector.

Hours: 21 hours per week (potential to start on 28 hours), flexible (some evenings/weekends)
Salary: £80,000 FTE (pro‑rated) + NEST pension
Location: London N1 (hybrid with weekly office presence)
Start date: Late April (Negotiable)
Contract length: 6 months (Maximum)

The role is to rovide interim leadership and clear strategic direction for the development and management of the organisation, establishing a secure foundation that enables it to serve as a beacon of dynamism and innovation within its field. It involves leading and maintaining a high‑performing executive team that delivers services and support to its members, while fostering a collaborative working environment with the non‑executive directors on the governing body.

What we’re looking for:

• Senior leadership experience in a membership organisation
• Experience as a CEO or equivalent
• Ability to lead through complexity and change
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• Understanding of finance and budgets
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
• Desirable: Knowledge of policy issues affecting allied professions or the wider healthcare landscape

How to Apply

Please submit your CV only via the Prospectus website.

Closing date

10th April – applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early application is encouraged.

Salary: £32,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Location: East Anglia – Home based with travel (within Cambridgeshire, Norfolk or Suffolk)
Closing date: 10^th April
Benefits: 25 days annual leave, Health care, life insurance

We have a great opportunity for a Community Fundraiser (East Anglia) working for the ambitious and innovative team at Brain Tumour Research -  dedicated to finding a cure for all brain tumours. This is an exciting role where you’ll help drive forward regional income, grow an engaged community fundraising base and inspire supporters across East Anglia. You’ll be joining a charity with unbounded ambition, a collaborative, passionate team and a mission that changes lives every day.

As part of this exciting role, you will lead community fundraising across Cambridgeshire, Norfolk and Suffolk — raising awareness, building relationships, and growing income as part of a regional target of £1.5 million. You’ll steward locally based supporters, Fundraising Groups and Charity of the Year partners, while also driving supporter recruitment for flagship campaigns such as Wear a Hat Day and Walk of Hope. You will manage multiple projects, seek new fundraising opportunities across your area, and work cross-functionally with PR, Marketing and the Research, Policy and Innovation teams. This role suits someone motivated, organised, empathetic and excited to make a tangible difference to those affected by brain tumours.

To be successful as the Community Fundraiser you will need:

• Demonstrable experience in community fundraising, donor management and stewardship
• Experience working to and achieving financial targets in a similar role
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A flexible, proactive attitude and willingness to travel in the region as required

If you would like to discuss this role with us please contact us and quote the reference 2928HB.

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.

We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.

If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.

 

We’re seeking a passionate Video and Photo Content Producer to help us tell powerful stories that inspire and engage. In this dynamic role, you’ll capture, edit, and produce high-quality video and photography that showcases our mission and connects with audiences across digital platforms and within churches. Working within our Fundraising and Communications department and liaising closely with our Department for World Mission, you’ll craft compelling narratives that show the impact of our work around the world to UK supporters. You'll ensure we represent the dignity of the people we work with and tell their stories with accuracy and care.     

If you’re creative, proactive, and organised this is your chance to make a real difference. You'll bring technical expertise in videography and photography and an ability to build relationships across teams and cultures. If creating content that matters excites you, we’d love to hear from you. 

The role will be hybrid, based in Didcot, with overseas travel expected.

Interviews will take place on 23 or 24 April 2026. Candidates are only required to attend one in‑person interview, based on their scheduled time slot. 

The Trusts and Foundations (T&F) Officer is an integral part of the Philanthropy team, managing relationships with high value supporters. They are responsible for a portfolio of approximately 40-50 Trusts and Foundations donors, primarily giving between £25k-£100k, but also with the potential to include those giving below and above that level, to support with team capacity and best stewardship. The Trusts and Foundations (T&F) Officer will build strong and strategic relationships with donors, ensuring continued support of MSF.

They are also responsible for seeking and securing new funding from prospective trusts and foundations at the £25k-£100k level. Their overall focus is on delivering stable, new and increased income for MSF's work, and feeding into the  Philanthropy team strategy around the retention and acquisition of new trust donors. 

Centre 404 is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to join our Central People and Culture team and support the Director of People in delivering Centre 404’s People Strategy and sector workforce priorities. The role focuses on embedding workforce planning, building management capability, and strengthening cultural development, ensuring the organisation is well placed to meet the challenges of the Adult Social Care Workforce Strategy and the new national pay deal.

 About Us

Centre 404 is a vibrant north London based charity committed to empowering people with learning disabilities and their families. We champion inclusion, choice, and wellbeing, and we’re proud to be driving sector-leading change in social care.

Key Priorities and Actions

· Deliver a management development programme with measurable impact

· Provide workforce analytics to inform strategic decisions and reduce agency spend

· Coach managers to resolve employee relations issues proactively

· Drive improvements in staff engagement, inclusion, and fair treatment

· Lead on Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives and quality benchmarking

· Embed co-production principles across HR processes

· Chair either or both of our EDI Working Group and Staff Forum, helping us rebuild and instil good engagement structures with staff

·  Run focus groups so we can properly understand themes and translate them into practical actions

· Work closely with recruitment and training colleagues to identify what support managers will need as we carry out rapid recruitment of support workers

· Deliver manager training, particularly on performance management, people management basics and new legal requirements linked to the Employment Rights Act

· Support with reviewing/refreshing relevant policies linked to those legislative changes

· Provide day-to-day employee relations support while also upskilling managers so they become more confident in handling issues themselves over time

What We’re Looking For

• CIPD Level 7 (or working towards) or equivalent
• Proven experience in workforce planning, leadership development, and cultural change
• Strong coaching, influencing, and analytical skills
• Commitment to inclusion, safeguarding, and the rights of people with learning disabilities
• Knowledge of CQC/Ofsted frameworks and sector reforms is a plus

 

Why Join Us?

At Centre 404, you’ll be part of a values-driven organisation that prioritises people. We offer a collaborative environment, meaningful work, and the opportunity to make a real difference.

We offer flexibility in terms to suit personal circumstances.  The role could be permanent or fixed term contract and could be split over four or five days per week.  The person is key and we are keen to make this hire fit both the requirements of the job and of the individual; that is when it works!

Centre 404 is dedicated to staff development and supervision and we will provide a detailed induction and on-going training and support. All offers of employment are subject to a DBS check, proof of eligibility to work in the UK and satisfactory references covering a five-year period.

Centre 404 is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Charity ref number 299889 

Supporter Care Officer

Salary: £28,360 

Hybrid – two days per week in our Letchworth Office

Full time (35 hours a week)

Permanent

Flexible working considered

Are you a people person with a can-do attitude? Do you have some experience of fundraising, or are you looking to start your fundraising career? We have the perfect role for you!
 

Join our friendly team
We are looking for someone with strong communication and relationship building skills, who will enjoy enthusing others to support our cause. Ideally you will have experience in a similar role either within the charity sector or health environment, but for the right person, relevant transferable skills and an enthusiastic approach are just as important. We encourage you to apply, even if you feel you may not meet all the criteria listed.
 

Our charity
MS Trust is a UK charity which brings together expertise from every angle to help everyone feel more in control of their MS, today and every day. Through trusted information and compassionate support, the training of new MS healthcare professionals, and research rooted in real experience – we're here for every MS. Every day.

The role

The Supporter Care Officer plays a vital role in ensuring our supporters and volunteers feel valued, inspired and motivated to continue their involvement with MS Trust, by delivering exceptional supporter care and stewardship. As a key member of the Events and Community Fundraising Team, you will provide essential support for third-party events and individuals fundraising within their communities, ensuring every supporter receives the guidance and encouragement they need to succeed.
 

What we can offer

· 25 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays, which increases with length of service to 30 days.

· Company pension with enhanced employer contribution. Salary Sacrifice scheme available.

· Death in Service benefit.

· Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.

· Sick pay.

· Hybrid working.

· Employee assistance Programme

· Fantastic office location with free parking, local to town centre and train station. Good transport links to London and Cambridge.

· Learning and development policy to develop all staff.

· Cycle to work scheme, Volunteering day and Season ticket loans.

 

To find out more and apply

Please visit our website to download a job pack and application form (CVs will not be considered).

As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), we appreciate your time completing the form, as this allows us to keep our recruitment process fair and neutral.

Closing date: 6 April 2026 (5pm)

First Interviews: 14 & 15 April 2026

 

Second Interviews: 21 April 2026

 

Salary: £32,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Location: South East England – Home based with travel (within Kent, Surrey or Sussex)
Closing date: 10^th April
Benefits: 25 days annual leave, Health care, life insurance

We have a great opportunity for a Community Fundraiser (South East), to join the team at Brain Tumour Reseach - a charity dedicated to finding a cure for all brain tumours. This is an exciting role where you’ll help drive forward regional income, grow an engaged community fundraising base and inspire supporters across the South East. You’ll be joining a charity with unbounded ambition, a collaborative, passionate team and a mission that changes lives every day.

As part of this exciting role, you will lead community fundraising across the South East (Kent, Surrey and Sussex) — raising awareness, building relationships, and growing income as part of a regional target of £1.5 million. You’ll steward locally based supporters, with a particular focus on challenge events, Fundraising Groups and Charity of the Year partners, while also driving supporter recruitment for flagship campaigns such as Wear a Hat Day and Walk of Hope. You will manage multiple projects, seek new fundraising opportunities across your area, and work cross-functionally with PR, Marketing and the Research, Policy and Innovation teams. This role suits someone motivated, organised, empathetic and excited to make a real difference to those affected by brain tumours.

To be successful as the Community Fundraiser (South East) you will need:

• Demonstrable experience in community fundraising, donor management or stewardship
• Experience working to and achieving financial targets in a similar role
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A flexible, proactive attitude and willingness to travel in the region as required

If you would like to discuss this role with us please contact us and quote the reference 2927HB.

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.

We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.

If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.

 

The Talent Set are delighted to partner with a fantastic charity to recruit for an Interim Fundraising Officer (IG and Campaigns) role. This contract opportunity offers a chance to contribute to impactful fundraising initiatives, supporting the organisation’s strategic aims through innovative campaigns and income generation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, and execute income generation campaigns, including individual giving (IG) initiatives and other fundraising activities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, stakeholders, and partner organisations to cultivate ongoing support.
• Monitor campaign progress and analyse data to optimise performance and maximise donor engagement.
• Ensure compliance with best practices, donor confidentiality, and organisational policies.
• Contribute to the creation of compelling fundraising materials and communications.
• Provide regular updates and reports on campaign outcomes, income targets, and donor engagement metrics.

 

Person Specification

• Proven experience in fundraising or campaign management within a charity or non-profit environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to craft engaging storytelling and compelling appeals.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting.
• Proficiency in data analysis and using CRM or fundraising software to track progress.
• A proactive approach with strong attention to detail and an understanding of ethical fundraising standards.

 

What’s on Offer
Salary: £35,000 pro rata

6-month contract

Hybrid working- 2 days a week in office, central London

 

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

 

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

About the role
We are excited to recruit a Community Organiser for our Newport Parent Power project. This role offers a meaningful, paid professional development opportunity. The Brilliant Club will work in partnership with Jesus College, University of Oxford, King’s College London and the University of South Wales to engage with parents in Newport. Newport Parent Power is an established project which utilises the community organising-based model first created by King’s College London and Citizens UK with South London Parent Power.

Parent Power supports parents and carers to develop skills in community organising and advice and guidance on accessing higher education, empowering them to make change to support their children’s future and ensure that they have a fair chance in education and their future careers.

Working with us, the Community Organiser will:

• Support local pupils from underrepresented backgrounds by empowering their parent/carers to become higher education experts;
• Receive community organising training from Citizens UK and develop transferable skills;
• Build campaigns to combat local educational barriers with parent/carer communities;
• Join a nationwide community of community organisers making a significant impact on university access.

About you
The role will best suit someone who:
Essential

• Has knowledge of challenges faced in Newport’s communities.
• Has a demonstrable passion for furthering The Brilliant Club’s mission.
• Can adhere to information security policies included in the charity’s ISO 27001 manual (information security training provided).
   

Desirable

• Has prior experience of community focused work.
• Understands the current climate in the UK school system and some of the challenges young people and parent/carers might be facing.
• Understands the barriers young people face to university access and some of the ways these might be overcome.