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The Operations team forms the bedrock of the charity and this new role offers considerable room for growth and development.
Working with the wider Operations & Impact team, you will lead on managing the tech [SS1] and office environments, taking ownership of the relationships with key external suppliers, ensuring that the team has the support and equipment they need to do their best work.
You will also work closely with the Operations team to co-ordinate the trustee meeting cycle, scheduling meetings, and acting as the key contact point for trustees.
You will work closely with the CEO by providing some support with arranging and scheduling meetings, and as such will be comfortable communicating at all levels.
You will be central to the entire National Numeracy team, maintaining the internal meeting structure and framework that supports a hybrid working environment.
You will be joining the only independent charity in the UK dedicated to improving the nation’s numeracy at a time when the profile of our charity and the numeracy issue is rising. We are looking for someone who is highly motivated with bags of energy and initiative.
We do not accept applications without a cover letter so please provide one to avoid being automatically screened out of the process.
Empowering people to thrive by using numeracy to open up opportunities and access brighter futures.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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 groundbreaking 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.
About the opportunity
It’s an exciting time to join Regional Engagement. We’re a growing team with big ambitions over the next five years. Success in your role will enable the Alzheimer’s Society to campaign for change, fund research to find a cure, and support people living with dementia today.
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Regional Fundraiser to join our rewarding and growing team. This is an exciting role, which would suit someone looking to build and develop their relationship fundraising or broaden their sector experience in a major national charity.
From multi-year partnerships and supporters, right through to managing volunteers and raising awareness in our communities, the team you join is talented, fast-paced and on a mission to create a world where dementia no longer devastates lives.
The successful candidate will be able to deliver first-class relationship and account management, maximising retention as well as driving opportunities to secure new income within Birmingham, Solihull, Coventry and Warwickshire (from prospecting through to pitch development and delivery).
Our team have a wealth of experience and skills to support you, and being a team player is essential. Recruiting, managing, and appreciating the value of our supporters and volunteers is essential. You need to inspire and motivate them to develop lifelong support.
This is a homeworking role, and you will be required to regularly travel across Birmingham, Solihull, Coventry and Warwickshire to meet supporters and occasionally attend internal meetings at locations across the country, including our flagship offices (London, Birmingham, Warrington and Belfast). You must reside in the UK and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK.
About you
- Experience in relationship and community fundraising or ability to demonstrate transferrable skills.
- Good understanding of budgeting and financial management
- Experience in identifying and acquiring new business opportunities.
- Experience in delivering excellent supporter stewardship and/or customer care.
- Able to analyse data and information to make decisions.
- Proven track record in achieving financial and non-financial targets.
- Ability to work remotely and independently and travel across an extensive patch.
Person Specification:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with diverse stakeholders.
- Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant IT tools.
- Ability to work collaboratively and prioritise workloads effectively.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional organisational abilities with great attention to detail.
- A passionate advocate for the Alzheimer’s Society, with a strong commitment to making a difference.
- A self-starter with a high level of motivation and resilience.
Regional Fundraiser – Birmingham, Solihull, Coventry and Warwickshire.
Closing Date: 8th July
Interviews: WC 21st July
Location: This is a home-based role, covering the following regions: Birmingham, Solihull, Coventry and Warwickshire.
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 Bupa 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're looking for a Head of Fundraising with a focus on Trusts and Foundations to help take our income generation to the next level. The person in this role will lead and grow our income from major trusts and foundations, overseeing our existing portfolio while actively developing new, strategic opportunities.
This is a key leadership role in a small but ambitious fundraising team, with a focus on securing large-scale, multi-year grants. You'll write compelling bids and proposals, steward relationships with funders and senior stakeholders, and work closely with colleagues across the organisation to shape exciting, fundable projects.
You’ll line manage our Trusts and Reporting Officer and help create a clear, sustainable pathway for future growth – with a particular emphasis on building our capacity to operate at a medium-sized charity level.
You’ll report to the Director of Fundraising and play a vital part in a team that fuels the mission and vision of XLP.
Charity People are thrilled to be partnering with the a well renowned institute for the prevention of blindness in their search for a Head of Fundraising and Partnerships - a pivotal role that will lead the development and delivery of a crucial fundraising programme, with a strong focus on Trusts and Foundations and collaborative funding opportunities.
"Over 1 billion people, live with vision loss that could have been avoided or treated.
Public health challenges at this scale, require collective action by governments, private sector, civil society and the public.
We hold the collective power and influence to work with leaders, funders and governments around the world to ensure eye health gets the political, health and development priority it needs. Eye health is not an optional extra. It is vital to ensuring people reach their full potential at school, at work and beyond.
We have significantly increased our income, reach and impact over the last 5 years - and we have big plans to continue to accelerate action to end avoidable sight loss by 2030. As our new Head of Fundraising and Partnerships your experience, expertise and relationship building approach will be key to us achieving our income goals."
Nick Parker Director of Development and Operations at the charity
This is a unique opportunity to join a mission-driven organisation that brings together a powerful network of over 250 member organisations working to end avoidable sight loss worldwide. As the Head of Fundraising and Partnerships, you'll play a key role in supporting the institution's global advocacy, campaigns, and knowledge workstreams by building strategic partnerships to secure new philanthropic income streams.
The Role
- Permanent, full-time
- Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 per annum
- Location: UK (with London HQ)
- Flexible working
- Generous holiday entitlement and benefits package (30 days annual leave)
- Opportunity to travel overseas for key international events
- Interviews scheduled for 24th and 25th July
This is an exciting opportunity to shape and lead a global philanthropic campaign. You'll work closely with the institution's member organisations to identify and deliver joint funding opportunities, while cultivating high-value relationships with institutional funders and high net worth individuals. Your work will directly support the institution's strategic priorities and help drive meaningful change in global eye health.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the strategy and delivery of new philanthropic income streams to support our core work.
- Develop and launch a new global fundraising campaign, to reach new donors and supporters.
- Undertake the research needed to identify potential donors, networks and synergies to our work and that of our members.
- Develop strong and impactful cases of support and funding applications.
- Build effective partnerships with the institution's member organisations to unlock joint funding opportunities.
- Cultivate and steward high-value relationships with institutional funders and high net worth individuals.
Top 3 priorities for the first 6 months
- Develop and launch a new global fundraising campaign.
- Build effective partnerships with member organisations to unlock new joint funding opportunities to support our regional and global activities.
- Review and update our cases for support, prospect identification and cultivation approaches.
About You
We're looking for a visionary and experienced fundraiser who can:
- Demonstrate a strong track record of securing major gifts from Trusts, Foundations or other sources.
- Build and maintain trusted strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Communicate with clarity and impact, both in writing and in person.
- Navigate complex organisational relationships and manage multiple priorities with professionalism.
What's on Offer
- The opportunity to lead a new global philanthropic campaign.
- A flexible, inclusive, and collaborative global working culture.
- Access to networks and resources that support your personal and professional wellbeing.
If this role inspires you to make your next career move, please get in touch with Kevin at Charity People to find out more about how to apply.
Closing date: Monday 21st July
Interview Date: 24th/25th July
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please inform Kevin if you require any assistance or adjustment to help ensure the application process works for you.
Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
At TLG, we’re passionate about building an exceptional staff team that’s committed to making a real difference in the lives of struggling children across the UK. We’re always on the lookout for great people to journey with us towards our vision, and we’re excited to offer a unique opportunity for a motivated and passionate graduate to join us as a Grants Coordinator.
Our Graduate Programme is designed to accelerate leadership and career development through a unique involvement in key areas of TLG’s work. It’s a chance to build on your individual passions, skills, and interests while contributing to meaningful change for children and young people. As a Grants Coordinator, you’ll gain hands-on experience in the non-profit sector, develop essential skills in grant management, and play a key role in supporting our impactful programmes.
Based primarily within our Fundraising & Supporter Engagement team, the Grants Coordinator will work to grow and maximise voluntary income from grant-making trusts. This role offers the chance to work closely with colleagues across TLG and with external partners, giving you a broad and varied experience and developing your understanding of the sector. From liaising with funders and writing compelling applications to leading new projects and contributing to strategic development, you’ll be at the heart of our mission to bring hope and a future to struggling children.
TLG is a Christian charity and, as a team, we want to bring our faith to the work we do; as such, we are recruiting an individual with a strong and vibrant Christian faith. We would welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds to enable us to better reflect the needs of the communities we serve.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Closing Date: Tuesday 8th July
Initial Interviews: Monday 14th July – Online
Final Interviews: Tuesday 22nd July – at our National Support Office in West Yorkshire
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.