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Head of Regional Fundraising & Events
Salary: £50,000–£53,000
Location: Kent (Hybrid – 2–3 days in the office)
Contract: Permanent

Are you a strategic fundraising leader who thrives on building inspiring campaigns, growing income, and creating unforgettable supporter experiences?

We’re partnering with an ambitious and growing health charity to find an exceptional Head of Regional Fundraising & Events, a pivotal leadership role with the opportunity to shape and scale a thriving fundraising portfolio during an exciting period.
This is more than just a fundraising role. It’s an opportunity to lead innovation, inspire a talented team, and deliver impactful community and event fundraising campaigns that genuinely change lives.

The Opportunity
As Head of Regional Fundraising & Events, you’ll lead the strategy, development, and delivery of a diverse portfolio of challenge events, community fundraising initiatives, and mass participation campaigns.
You’ll play a key role in driving sustainable income growth, identifying exciting new opportunities, and creating exceptional supporter journeys that deepen engagement and loyalty.
Working as part of the wider fundraising leadership team, you’ll help shape future strategy while building a high-performing, collaborative culture across the organisation.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and deliver an ambitious community and events fundraising strategy
• Drive significant income growth across events and community fundraising portfolios
• Inspire, coach, and develop a high-performing fundraising team
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis to maximise ROI
• Create innovative supporter journeys and stewardship experiences
• Identify and launch new fundraising products using audience insight and market trends
• Monitor campaign performance and optimise activity through data-led decision making
• Collaborate across teams to deliver integrated, supporter-focused campaigns
• Contribute to wider organisational strategy as a key member of the fundraising leadership team

About You
We’re looking for a commercially minded and strategic fundraising professional who combines creativity with strong leadership skills.
You’ll bring:

• Significant experience leading successful community and/or events fundraising programmes
• A proven track record of delivering income growth and managing substantial budgets
• Strong people leadership experience with the ability to motivate and develop teams
• Strategic thinking and the ability to turn insight into impactful action
• Experience developing innovative fundraising products and campaigns
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
• Confidence working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• A genuine passion for supporter experience and fundraising excellence

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.

Job Title: Community Fundraising Manager

Location: Hybrid, minimum 1 day per week in London Bridge office

Contract: Fixed Term for 6 Months - Full-time

Working Pattern: Four–day working week (32hours)

Reporting to: Head of Fundraising (Community & Events)

Salary: £34,000 – £37,000 per annum

About Spinal Research

Every two hours, someone in the UK becomes paralysed. Globally, more than 15 million people live with paralysis. At Spinal Research, our vision is a world where paralysis can be cured. We fund groundbreaking research to deliver life-changing treatments for people with spinal cord injuries. By backing the brightest minds and fostering innovation, we are driving progress towards what could be the medical breakthrough of the 21st century: curing paralysis. We will not stop until that future is achieved.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a newly shaped role following a restructure that has created space to further strengthen and grow our community fundraising programme. You will be working closely with the Head of Fundraising (C&E) to create and deliver a new community fundraising strategy, and will agree the key priorities for the role to ensure a clear and realistic focus for the contract period.

This is a 6-month contract role, created to provide immediate expertise and momentum during a period of change. There is scope to make the role permanent, subject to success and organisational needs.

As Community Fundraising Manager, you will play a central role in shaping a fundraising programme with lasting impact. You will take ownership of growing income, expanding supporter engagement, and building long-term relationships across the community.

We are looking for an engaging, proactive and enthusiastic individual who can bring structure, creativity and energy to help shape the future of community fundraising and inspire supporters and volunteers to get involved and maximise their impact.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Growth:

• Work with the Head of Fundraising (C&E) to develop and deliver a refreshed community fundraising strategy.
• Shape and implement plans to grow income, engagement and supporter involvement.
• Set clear income targets, KPIs and growth priorities.
• Develop a diverse and sustainable pipeline of community fundraising opportunities and supporters.

Supporter Engagement & Stewardship:

• Build strong supporter and volunteer relationships, delivering high-quality stewardship and supporter care to enhance journeys, maximise retention and grow long-term engagement.

 Fundraising Delivery:

• Lead delivery of a range of community fundraising activities, including individual fundraising activities and challenges, in celebration and in memory fundraising.
• Identifying and developing new community fundraising opportunities.
• Create engaging campaigns and opportunities that attract new audiences and grow engagement with existing supporters.

Recruitment & Communications:

• Recruit, support and develop volunteers and fundraisers across a range of activities.
• Encourage progression of volunteers into active fundraisers and community leaders.
• Provide ongoing guidance, tools and support to enable successful fundraising delivery.
• Support the promotion of fundraising activity through social media, digital channels and campaign communications.
• Contribute to marketing activity aimed at attracting new supporters and engaging existing audiences.

Systems, Insights & Reporting:

• Use CRM systems effectively to manage supporter data and activity.
• Monitor income, engagement and performance against agreed KPIs.
• Analyse results to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Use insight to inform future planning and campaign development.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with internal teams to align community fundraising with wider organisational goals.

About you

Experience:

• Proven experience in community fundraising at manager level.
• Strong track record of growing income and supporter engagement.
• Experience delivering a range of community fundraising activities and campaigns.
• Experience working with volunteers and supporter communities.
• Confident use of CRM systems and supporter databases.
• Experience in marketing, audience growth or supporter recruitment.
• Worked for a medical or research charity (Desirable).

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
• Creative and proactive approach to developing fundraising opportunities.
• Comfortable working in a role that is shaping and evolving.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Supporter-focused with a passion for community engagement.
• Enthusiastic, collaborative and motivated by purpose-driven work.

Why Join us?

• Play a key role in shaping and strengthening community fundraising.
• 6-month contract with scope to make permanent.
• 4-day working week while working full-time hours.
• 8% pension contribution.
• Flexible, hybrid working environment.

Working Arrangements

• Hybrid role split between home and our London Bridge office.
• Spinal Research is a four-day week employer (Fridays Off).
• Part of a supportive, values-driven team (commitment, integrity, collaboration, innovation).
• Occasional evening or weekend working may be required to meet organisational needs, with time off in lieu provided.

Ready to help us deliver life-changing impact?
Apply now to join Spinal Research and play a key role in our mission to cure paralysis.

Head of Fundraising

National Role

Salary: £75,000 - £80,000

Are you a strategic fundraising leader passionate about transforming young people’s lives through STEM education? Are you driven by building meaningful partnerships and securing sustainable, multi-year income? If so, this is your opportunity to play a pivotal leadership role in a highly purpose-driven organisation with a mission focusing on improving teaching, enriching learning, and growing the STEM talent pool, to open up a world of opportunities.

About Us

At STEM Learning, we believe every young person deserves access to high-quality STEM education and career support, regardless of their background. We aim to empower students with the skills and knowledge to thrive. 

The Role

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, and as a member of the Senior Management Team, you will lead our fundraising strategy and team to secure significant, multi-year income from major donors, trusts and foundations and corporates. You’ll be responsible for expanding our funding base including with high-net worth individuals, deepening key relationships, and ensuring STEM Learning has the partnerships and resources to achieve its mission.

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for an entrepreneurial, relationship-driven leader who will take ownership for identifying opportunities for new funds and contribute to the overall fundraising strategy of STEM Learning. You’ll have:

• A strong track record of securing significant income from high-net-worth individuals and trusts and foundations.
• The confidence and gravitas to engage senior stakeholders, trustees, and C-suite decision-makers and must be comfortable ‘making the ask’.
• Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with a collaborative, values-driven approach.
• Experience leading and empowering teams to achieve shared goals and maintain momentum.
• Creativity, resilience, adaptability and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A passion for and understanding of the power of STEM education and enrichment is desirable.
• Experience of establishing or maintaining a Fellowship programme is desirable, but not essential.

By joining us, you’ll:

· Contribute to exciting, high-profile STEM initiatives that have a lasting impact on students and employers alike.

· Work alongside passionate colleagues dedicated to shaping the future of STEM careers.

· Be supported by a collaborative and dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and creativity.

· Gain the opportunity to grow professionally.

· If you’re passionate about STEM education and ready to progress your career in project management, we’d love to hear from you.

Our Benefits

• 30 days holidays plus bank holidays (plus your birthday)
• Access to an attractive pension scheme
• Our full-time hours are 37 hours per week
• Up to 3 paid volunteering leave days per year
• A comprehensive employee assistance programme
• Access to a voluntary staff benefits scheme including cycle to work loan scheme; health cash back plans; free eye tests; discounted vouchers and much more.

Next Steps

Click to apply and you will be directed to our website.

The closing date for applications is 26 June 2026, at 14:00.

First stage Interviews (via Teams) – 2/3 July 2026

Second stage interviews – week commencing 13 July 2026

Please provide us with:

• Your up-to-date CV including the contact details of two referees (please note, references will not be approached without your permission and will not be taken up until the offer stage)
• A covering letter (no more than the equivalent of 2 sides of A4) explaining your interest in the role and why you think you would be the ideal candidate.

STEM Learning strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, and are committed to employing teams with diverse abilities, skills, and experiences.

We foster a culture where every employee’s voice is respected and valued.

Community Fundraising Assistant - North 

Are you ready to take on a new challenge with a leading charity making a real difference in brain tumour research?

Brain Tumour Research is an exciting, innovative, and ambitious charity. We are passionate about finding a cure for brain tumours through the establishment of dedicated Brain Tumour Research Centres of Excellence around the UK.​

After a successful 2025, we’re building on our momentum and looking ahead with ambition. As our work continues to expand, so does our impact. We are now looking for passionate people to join us on the next stage of our journey!

It is a fantastic time to be joining us and we are keen to share this with likeminded and talented individuals. We currently have an opening for a Community Fundraising Assistant - North, to join our Community and Digital Fundraising team.

• Do you want to make a difference in one of the most innovative and exciting medical research fundraising charities in the UK?
• Are you able to provide friendly and professional support to fundraisers and supporters?   
• Do you have experience in supporting events or community activities?
• Do you live in either Scotland, North East England, North West England or the East Midlands? 

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Have you answered Yes to these questions?

Does this sound like the opportunity to really take the next step in your career?

Excited to learn more about this position? Then please take a read through our recruitment pack which is included within this advert.​​​

If you have the skills and ambition that we are looking for we are excited to receive your application.  We are really looking forward to welcoming a new member to our team!​

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 offices 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.​

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.

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Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a fantastic charity to recruit for the Community Manager- Kent in order to help to grow support, strengthen community relationships, and deliver ambitious income and engagement targets across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with supporters, volunteers, and community stakeholders.
• Inspire, recruit, and support volunteers, ensuring they have the tools and guidance needed to succeed.
• Deliver regional income, engagement, and performance targets.
• Collaborate with colleagues across fundraising, partnerships, marketing, events, visitor experiences, and retail operations.
• Identify opportunities to grow supporter engagement and improve volunteer experiences.
• Support community events, campaigns, and local initiatives.
• Manage resources effectively, ensuring activities are delivered within agreed budgets and timescales.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and collaboration.
• Act as an ambassador for the organisation within the community.

As a Community Manager, you will work closely with supporters, volunteers, donors, and local communities to create positive experiences that encourage long-term involvement and advocacy. You will lead volunteer engagement, support fundraising initiatives, and help ensure regional goals are achieved through collaboration, innovation, and excellent relationship management.

About You

You are an experienced community engagement, fundraising, or volunteer management professional with a proven ability to motivate people and deliver results.

You'll bring:

• Significant experience engaging supporters, volunteers, customers, or community groups.
• A strong track record of achieving targets and delivering successful outcomes.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship building skills.
• Experience leading and influencing volunteers or teams in a collaborative environment.
• Strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
• A creative and innovative approach to engagement and community development.
• High emotional intelligence and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of organisational priorities and challenges.

This post requires a valid driving licence.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £35,853- £42,181 per annum
• Contract type: 12 months FTC, full time, 37 hrs a week
• Location: remote, you have to be based in Kent
• Deadline: 14th June at 8am

Please note this area covers Sheerness, Whitstable, Margate, Ramsgate, Walmer, Dover, Littlestone, Dungeness and requires a significant level of travel within the designated region but will also require occasional travel to other assets including Poole.

Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to

If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

As the Challenge Events Fundraiser, you will manage the charity’s sporting, runs and challenges event places, working with the fundraisers to maximise income.

You will help shape and deliver our Challenge Events Fundraising strategy. You will develop new ways to engage supporters, review and improve our fundraising events, and make sure our activities are inclusive and impactful.

Main Responsibilities

• Be the main Child Bereavement UK sporting/race/challenge event contact, co-ordinating and managing all event activities with race organisers and participants.
• Manage and deliver fundraising Challenge events and from start to finish
• Work with the Challenge and Mass Programmes Manager to secure and liaise with volunteers for event attendance. Provide suitable volunteer requests and briefings and manage volunteers on event days.
• Assist in the development and implementation of Child Bereavement UK’s Challenge Events Fundraising strategy, embedding an audience-led approach to innovation
• Support the review of performance, opportunities, and help take action to leverage opportunities that maximise income, engagement, and brand exposure, and minimise risk.
• Contribute to driving innovation and identifying opportunities to grow income.
• Support the Special Events team and Regional Fundraising team on Child Bereavement UK events, promoting the events to Challenge Event participants and attending events as and when required.
• Put our supporters first by developing inclusive supporter journeys and materials.
• Present the work of Child Bereavement UK at individual fundraiser and community events, schools, conferences and other venues where a speaker is required. This includes giving informational presentations to audiences and accepting cheques and donations from fundraisers.
• Accurately input supporter information onto our database in accordance with the Data Protection Act, ensuring that all communications are up-to-date at all times.
• Work with Finance and Supporter Experience teams to ensure timely and accurate recording of donations and delivery of thank you letters.
• Regularly report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and support business planning.
• Prepare appropriate documents/policies in relation to fundraising at Child Bereavement UK as required.

Person Specification

Essential

• Proven successful experience of event organisation and supporter care
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate with a wide range of people at all levels
• Experience of overseeing fundraising activity, including the development, support and management of volunteers
• Proven relationship-building skills and a track record of establishing and stewarding partnerships
• Excellent time management and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise work, handle conflicting demands and meet tight deadlines
• A creative thinker and quick to respond to opportunities
• Ability to be passionate and inspiring when communicating about the work of Child Bereavement UK
• Experience of using databases and excellent general IT skills.
• Strong attention to detail and project management skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and as part of a team environment.
• Willingness to work out of normal office hours, with time off in lieu (TOIL).

Desirable

• Understanding of child bereavement.
• Thorough understanding of relevant legislation/charity law affecting fundraising practice, including Health and Safety.

Benefits

• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata if applicable) with increase for long service.
• TOIL for our hours work.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Company sick pay.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Life assurance.
• Training loans.
• Enhanced family friendly policies.

Recruitment Timetable

Application deadline: 16th June 2026 at midnight

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications for the role before the closing date.

Please refer to our recruitment pack for further details on the interview process.

Supporter Experience Manager

Permanent, Full Time. Hybrid working (You will be required to attend the office for a minimum of 2 days per week with the option to work remotely for the remaining 3 days.)

Location: This role can be based in Cardiff, Edinburgh, London, or Warrington

Salary: £48,576 for Cardiff, Edinburgh, or Warrington. £53,549 for London (inclusive of London allowance)

If we receive a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to close the advert before the scheduled closing date. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to apply at their earliest convenience. 

About us

Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don’t have to be Christian to work here – we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we’re open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues.

About the role

At Christian Aid, we believe lasting change happens when people work together for justice. Our supporters are at the heart of that change and we’re now looking for a Supporter Experience Manager to shape how thousands of people connect with our mission.

This is a unique opportunity to design and deliver Christian Aid’s first unified supporter journey framework, creating seamless, inspiring experiences that drive engagement, giving, and long-term loyalty.

Reporting to the Head of Public Fundraising, but working across the wider department and beyond, this role will:

• Lead our first Supporter Experience Strategy, uniting teams across the organisation.
• Map, refine, and innovate supporter journeys, identifying opportunities for deeper connection.
• Harness data and supporter insights to drive evidence-based decisions.
• Foster innovation, testing new technologies and approaches to enhance engagement.
• Train and equip teams to deliver consistently excellent supporter experiences.

About you

In addition to a passion for Supporter Experience, some of the essential skills and experience we’re looking for are:

• Significant experience in a supporter experience role or delivering journey strategy.
• A track record creating and delivering multichannel communications.
• Strong data and analytical skills to refine approaches and measure success.
• Excellent collaboration, influencing, and project management abilities.

Experience with CRM systems, matrix management, KPI measurement or leading change initiatives is desirable, but most importantly, you’ll have a supporter-first mindset and the drive to inspire meaningful connections. You’ll also be committed to Christian Aid’s vision to see a world where everyone can live a full life free from poverty and injustice.

Further information

At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.

We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams.

We have a strong Christian ethos, and we encourage applications from all faiths. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with Christian Aid’s faith identity. 

All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.  In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this. 

This is an exciting new opportunity to shape the future of technology and digital capability across five South West charities. We are seeking an exceptional Regional Chief Technology Officer who is motivated by both challenge and purpose; someone who can harness technology to make a tangible difference to how our faith-based charities support church communities.

Working across Bath & Wells, Bristol, Exeter, Salisbury and Truro, this role offers a rare platform to influence at scale. The successful candidate will lead a region-wide programme of digital transformation and process optimisation, helping modernise systems, strengthen cyber resilience and unlock efficiencies that release resources for mission and ministry.

This is not technology for its own sake. We are looking for someone who combines strategic insight with practical delivery; a leader who can translate complex technical possibilities into real-world improvements for staff, clergy and volunteers. You will play a key role in shaping the responsible adoption of emerging technologies, including AI, while ensuring strong governance, security and compliance.

Please note that, whilst the role will be primarily home-based, the post-holder will be required to travel regularly across the Southwest region, with an onsite presence in each organisation at least once per month.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership:

• Develop, articulate, and implement a shared digital transformation and technology strategy that is directly aligned with the overarching mission and strategic goals of the five dioceses.
• Act as the principal technology advisor to the Diocesan Secretaries and their senior leadership teams.

Process Mapping & Optimisation:

• Lead a comprehensive, collaborative review of key administrative and operational processes within the Diocesan Boards of Finance (DBFs) and in parishes where appropriate.
• Use process mapping techniques to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement, and then design and implement optimised workflows.

AI & Responsible Innovation:

• Actively research, evaluate, pilot, and implement appropriate AI and automation tools to enhance efficiency, support fundraising, and improve service delivery.
• Ensure all innovation is undertaken responsibly, ethically, and with a clear focus on tangible benefits.

Stakeholder Management & Engagement:

• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders across all five dioceses, including clergy, staff, and volunteers.
• Foster a culture of digital literacy and champion the benefits of change in a clear, accessible, and empathetic manner.

Project & Change Management:

• Oversee the full lifecycle of technology and process improvement projects, from initial conception and business case development through to delivery, user training, and final handover.
• Employ robust project management methodologies to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Qualifications, Training & Experience:

• Proven and extensive senior technology leadership experience (e.g., CTO, Head of IT, Director of Digital Transformation) with clear evidence of strategic impact.
• Relevant degree (or equivalent) in a technology-related discipline, with appropriate professional certifications in technology, architecture, project or change management, and membership of a relevant professional body.
• Strong track record in business process mapping, analysis and re-engineering delivering measurable efficiency gains.
• Practical experience evaluating, procuring and implementing modern technology solutions, including cloud platforms (e.g., Microsoft 365), CRM systems and data analytics tools.
• Experience in the charity, non-profit or similarly complex, values-driven sector is highly desirable. Demonstrable experience of, or well-informed and practical interest in, the responsible and ethical application of AI and automation in an organisational context.
• Significant experience in technology strategy, budget management, vendor negotiation and delivery of complex, multi-stakeholder programmes.

Competencies & Behavioural requirements:

• Exceptional communicator and translator: Able to convey complex technical concepts in clear, accessible language and influence a wide range of non-technical stakeholders with confidence.
• Strategic yet pragmatic thinker: Sees the big picture and aligns technology with organisational priorities, while remaining hands-on and focused on practical, value adding solutions.
• Collaborative and emotionally intelligent leader: Builds trust and consensus across diverse stakeholders and cultures, leading change with empathy, credibility and sensitivity.
• Resilient and delivery-focused: Proactive and self-motivated, with the drive and discipline to deliver complex, multi-year programmes and achieve measurable outcomes.
• Culturally astute and values-aware: Demonstrates understanding of, and respect for, the Church of England’s context, governance and ethos, navigating the environment with diplomacy and good judgement.

Our benefits include:

• Generous company pension
• A comprehensive health & wellbeing programme, inlcuding an Employee Assistance Programme 
• Paid volunteering & study leave allowace
• Company events
• Home working

Senior Individual Giving Acquisitions Officer (Maternity Cover)

Up to 12-month Fixed Term Contract. Full Time.

Hybrid working (Minimum of 2 days per week in the office)

Location: This role can be based at any of our UK offices - Cardiff, Edinburgh, London, Warrington

Salary: £41,783 per year for Cardiff, Edinburgh, Warrington. £46,666 per year for London (including London allowance)

About us

Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don’t have to be Christian to work here – we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we’re open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues. 

About the role

Reporting in to the Individual Giving Lead, the Senior Individual Giving Acquisition Officer will drive the strategy and execution of Christian Aid’s individual giving acquisition efforts, ensuring high impact campaigns like Christian Aid Week, Christmas and Emergency Appeals effectively attract new supporters. Through compelling messaging and innovative approaches, foster long-term, sustainable relationships,
optimising channels, products, and engagement strategies to maximise supporter growth.

The post-holder will lead on Regular Giving acquisition recruitment across multiple channels to grow lifetime giving and increasing the Christian Aid supporter base. They will be leading a team of two Individual Giving Acquisition Officers and collaborating with senior leadership, manage budgets, forecast the performance of campaigns and ensure cost-effective delivery, all while championing the ‘Believe in the Possible’ proposition to inspire and engage the next generation of supporters.

Some of the main responsibilities of the Senior Individual Giving Acquisition Officer includes:

• Lead the development and execution of the Individual Giving acquisition strategy, leveraging on key appeals like Christian Aid Week and Christmas to recruit and engage new supporters.
• Empower people and amplify change, optimise acquisition channels, refine messaging, and test new products to attract and retain both one-off and regular givers, ensuring long-term growth and engagement.
• Prioritise and lead the Regular giving recruitment strategy across multiple channels, supporting our ambition to build back and grow recruitment and supporters lifetime value.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring seamless and effective campaign delivery, maximising impact across multiple platforms.
• Analyse supporter data, providing actionable insights that enhance campaign effectiveness and engagement, continually refining approaches for greater success.
• Manage and mentor Individual Giving Acquisition Officers, fostering professional growth and driving performance within the team.
• Contribute to the broader Individual Giving strategy, cultivating an ambitious team culture that embraces innovation and excellence.
• Oversee reporting, budgeting, and forecasting to maintain financial sustainability and ensure the efficient allocation of resources.

About you

Who we are looking for

Essential:

• Significant experience in leading supporter acquisition programmes and activities across a range of channels.
• Significant experience in digital fundraising techniques for acquisition.
• Significant experience managing external suppliers and multiple stakeholders.
• Highly developed skills in budgeting, forecasting, and data-driven decision-making.
• Developed knowledge of legal requirements for fundraising, direct marketing, and data protection.
• Highly developed analytical, strategic, and communication skills for optimising acquisition.
• Demonstrable experience in managing and mentoring a team.

Desirable

• Marketing qualification (e.g. IDM, CIOF).
• Experience in DRTV and face-to-face fundraising.
• Experience in writing fundraising copy and digital marketing.
• Experience in emergency appeals or international development.

Further information

At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.

We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams. ian ethos and we encourage applications from all faiths. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with Christian Aid’s faith identity. 

All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.  In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this. 

Young Creatives Programme Manager
Salary: £33,000, per annum, pro rata (£26,400 per annum actual for 4 days per week)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part-time, 4 days per week (0.8 FTE) with regular Wednesdays, Thursdays, and one Saturday per month.
Location: Pembroke Street, Oxford OX1 1BP

About Us

Modern Art Oxford is one of the UK’s leading contemporary art spaces with an international reputation for innovation and ambition. The gallery presents a programme of changing exhibitions of modern and contemporary art each year, coupled with an extensive programme of education, events and performance projects involving several thousand people of all ages and backgrounds.

About You and The Role

The Young Creatives Programme Manager is responsible for the research and project management of Modern Art Oxford’s Young Creatives projects which includes the delivery of the Young Creatives Collective, Socials, and school visits. Modern Art Oxford’s Young Creatives programme includes a diverse offer of studio sessions and professional development opportunities throughout the year for young people aged 16-21, including support and mentoring for sixth form students and undergraduates which form part of our university partnerships.

The Young Creatives Programme Manager takes a lead role in collaboratively developing programme ideas with young people to ensure that all Young Creatives projects are inclusive and reflect the ideas and interests of the group. This includes the development of public events with young people each year.

The role combines research, delivery, and project management with a core focus on co-curating with young people to develop Modern Art Oxford’s new three-year strategy, Changing Geographies (2027-2030) which aims to develop new regional partnerships and commission opportunities with 45 young people each year. Working as part of the Communities, Practice & Participation team, the Young Creatives Programme Manager is responsible for the day-to-day administration and co-ordination of visiting schools and colleges while working alongside the Curator of Communities, Practice & Participation to build and sustain new relationships with young people, charities, and grassroots organisations, across Oxfordshire.

The Young Creatives programme regularly engages more than 800 young people each year through our regular sessions for visiting schools, colleges, and socials, with a focussed collective of 15 young people who meet monthly.

Key Responsibilities

• Programme and Workshop Delivery
• Project Management and Co-ordination

The successful candidate will have a strong interest in contemporary art and visual culture, a minimum of three years’ experience working with young people (16-21) in a contemporary arts organisation, and a strong understanding of pedagogy and inclusive practices with young people

They will have experience of delivering projects and workshops in art galleries and museums, working with artists, facilitators, or creative practitioners, managing multiple projects, partnerships, and delivery as well as experience of working with diverse materials and media.

They will have excellent communication and relationship building skills, experience of working collaboratively with teachers and schools, the ability to prioritise workloads effectively and good IT, administrative and organisational skills.

Benefits

An auto-enrolment pension scheme is in place with Legal & General. Under pension auto enrolment legislation, the employee will pay 5% (before tax relief) and the employer will pay 3% of qualifying earnings to the Legal and General plan. A salary sacrifice scheme is available after 3 months employment.

Employees are entitled to a staff discount in the Modern Art Oxford Shop and Café.
There is an Employee Assistance Programme through Gemelli, and a series of discounts and salary sacrifice schemes through BHN Extras.

Applications must be received by 9.00am Monday 29 June 2026
Initial interviews planned for 14, 15, and 16 July 2026
Ideal start date in the w/c 24 August 2026

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

Modern Art Oxford is committed to creating equality of opportunity for all and we value diversity in our team. As part of our Anti-racism Action Plan, we welcome applications from people from the Global Majority who are under-represented in the workforce in our sector.

No agencies please.

We are seeking an Assistant Director – Digital and Innovation to play a central role in shaping how Villiers Park delivers and develops its programmes at a pivotal point in the implementation of our 2025-30 strategy. This role represents an exciting opportunity to lead on the development of our digital education offer and innovation work, ensuring it enhances both the reach and depth of our programmes for young people across the UK.

Villiers Park is a national social mobility charity with a strong track record of delivering impactful programmes that support young people from under-represented backgrounds to fulfil their potential. As we continue to grow, digital provision and innovation are increasingly important in enabling us to reach more students, and to do so in engaging and inclusive ways.

Digital learning and programme innovation will be critical to the next phase in our strategy, building on the foundations we have already established, including the development of our learning platform and programme model. Alongside this, Leadership Challenge continues to expand as a key national outreach and social action programme, and this role will be instrumental in ensuring its quality and impact.

Our work is possible because of a brilliant team of staff, trustees and volunteers and committed funders and partners who believe in what we do and want to make the greatest possible difference. The Assistant Director – Digital and Innovation will work closely with colleagues across programmes, partnerships, communications and fundraising, as well as external partners, to ensure our digital and programme offer is coherent, forward-thinking and aligned with our mission.

This is a unique opportunity to combine strategic leadership with practical delivery, helping to translate ambition into impact for the young people we serve.

Sarah Chick

Head of Programmes 

Job purpose

The Assistant Director - Digital and Innovation leads the development, implementation and ongoing improvement of Villiers Park’s digital education provision. This includes the design and delivery of online learning experiences, the development of digital and physical resources for use across programmes, and ensuring that digital delivery is accessible, safeguarded and aligned with the organisation’s mission.

The role also provides strategic and operational leadership for Leadership Challenge, Villiers Park’s national student outreach and social action programme. This includes programme design, partner engagement, monitoring and evaluation, and ensuring the programme is effectively resourced and financially sustainable.

Working closely with the Head of Programmes, Senior Leadership Team (SLT), Communications and Fundraising teams, and external partners, the postholder supports the development of digital innovation, programme resourcing and Leadership Challenge activity to enhance reach, impact and quality. 

Key responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership for the development, implementation and continuous improvement of Villiers Park’s digital education provision, ensuring alignment with our Theory of Change, priorities and values
• Lead the design and evolution of high-quality digital learning experiences, content and pathways for students, schools, parents/carers and volunteers
• Oversee the adoption and integration of digital platforms and tools, ensuring accessibility, safeguarding, GDPR compliance and scalability
• Drive innovation in digital delivery by monitoring sector trends and embedding relevant approaches to enhance reach and impact
• Ensure digital provision complements and strengthens face-to-face delivery across programmes, working closely with the Head of Programmes and Assistant Directors
• Provide strategic oversight of the use of AI within programmes, ensuring its application enhances learning experiences while maintaining safeguarding and ethical standards
• Provide strategic oversight of the development and ongoing review of physical resources, ensuring consistency, quality and alignment across programmes
• Ensure all resources are inclusive, engaging, curriculum-aligned and reflect organisational standards and brand expectations
• Maintain a coherent approach to resource development, ensuring materials support programme delivery and learning outcomes effectively
• Lead the strategic and operational development of the Leadership Challenge programme, ensuring it is high-quality, sustainable and aligned with organisational priorities
• In collaboration with the Senior Leadership Team, develop and strengthen partnerships with charities, corporates and universities to support programme growth and delivery
• Oversee the development of an appropriate recognition or award framework for participants
• Establish and oversee robust quality assurance and evaluation processes for digital and physical content and delivery
• As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, contribute to strategic planning, budgeting and risk management, and provide quarterly updates to the Board of Trustees.
• Work collaboratively with Fundraising and Communications teams to support income generation, bid development and programme promotion

This list is not exhaustive, and the post-holder will be required to undertake other tasks relevant to the role and within their capability.

Skills and experience:

• Significant leadership experience in education, youth or social mobility sectors
• Knowledge of school and college curricula and the needs of learners aged 13–19
• Proven experience in designing and/or delivering digital learning
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, digital accessibility standards and inclusive design
• Experience developing high‑quality educational resources (digital and physical)
• Ability to lead programmes, manage projects and deliver to deadlines
• Ability to build relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders to further organisational aims and fundraising objectives

Personal attributes:

• A genuine commitment to and care for social mobility and young people’s futures
• Organised and proactive, effectively, prioritising workload and delivering outcomes independently
• Strategic and forward-thinking, with an ability to see the bigger picture
• Collaborative and able to work effectively with colleagues, partners and stakeholders across different functions
• Willingness to learn and develop your own practice and experience

Additional Information:

• The postholder will be required to travel regularly to schools, events and partner organisations
• An enhanced DBS check will be required
• The postholder will hold responsibility to be one of the Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads
• The postholder will require a full UK driving licence
• Evening work and overnight stays may be required
• Hybrid – location local to our Cambridge office or near to one of our Regional Hubs

Employee Benefits

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rated) and additional leave over Christmas.
• A dedicated wellbeing day for you to take at any time and three days (pro-rated) paid leave for volunteering or study each year.
• Training and professional development, including termly staff development days.
• Support from our wellbeing working group and access to an employee assistance programme.
• Opportunity to join working groups with other colleagues from across the organisation as well as wider networks such as the Fair Education Alliance.
• Flexibility in working hours.
• Additional sick pay and compassionate leave policies. 

Safeguarding

Villiers Park Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding and to providing a safe and supportive environment, which secures the well-being and best outcomes for the young people with whom we work.

Safeguarding is embedded in all aspects of Villiers Park's work and integral to the commitment we make to our schools, partners and the young people and communities we serve and work with. All employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment by adhering to our organisational safeguarding procedures, attending regular in-house training and keeping up to date with developments in policies and legislation.

All employees and volunteers will also agree to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check and successfully complete our mandatory online training courses including NSPCC Safeguarding in Schools and PREVENT training.

About the role

This role leads our income generation and communications function, playing a central part in securing the charity’s long-term sustainability and growth.

You will be responsible for developing and delivering our fundraising and communications strategies, ensuring we generate the income needed to sustain and expand our work. A key focus will be building a diverse and resilient funding model, balancing multiple income streams while strengthening engagement with our supporters and stakeholders.

This is both a strategic and hands-on role. It is also a broad brief, and you won’t be expected to be an expert in everything. Instead, we are looking for someone with the knowledge, confidence and strategic approach to play to their strengths and those of their team, while drawing on additional expertise and capacity where needed.

The role includes leadership of our communications and media activity, ensuring our messaging is clear, compelling and aligned with our brand across all audiences, including supporters, partners and the wider public.

You will lead and support a team of staff and volunteers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment, with the capacity to grow and evolve in line with our ambitions.

As a senior leader, you will contribute to the wider strategic direction of the organisation, helping to identify new opportunities for innovation and impact.

This role would suit an experienced income generation or fundraising leader who is looking to broaden their impact across communications, or someone seeking an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future direction of a values-driven organisation.

Closing date: midnight Sunday 14th June 2026.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a first interview with OpenSight week beginning 22nd June and, if successful, a potential second interview week beginning 29th June.

Prospect Research Officer
Location: Headquarters in Lincoln – HEMS Way, Lincoln, LN4 2GW. Hybrid working may be available upon completion of probation
Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 per week
Salary: £26,500 to £34,000 (FTE) dependent upon skills and experience
Contract: Permanent
Reporting to: Corporate and Philanthropy Partnerships Manager

About Us

The Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance (LNAA) provides lifesaving critical care to the communities of Lincolnshire & Nottinghamshire, funded by public donations. If somebody is involved in a serious incident or suddenly taken ill, speed and time are of the essence. Giving a patient the best chance of survival, our Air Ambulance crew effectively take the A&E department to the scene of the emergency.

Rated outstanding by the Care Quality Commission across all five areas that were inspected – Safe, Caring, Effective, Responsive and Well led, we are a friendly, inclusive, and dynamic team focused on ensuring we deliver the best possible service. The tie that binds us here at LNAA is our set of values – Teamwork. Respect. Innovation. Compassion (TRIC). We display these attributes in the way we interact with the people we meet, from former patients and volunteers to our supporters and colleagues.

About the Role

Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance are looking for a proactive and analytical Prospect Research Officer to join our team and play a vital role in supporting income growth.

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of fundraising strategy, identifying and researching prospective supporters across corporate organisations, high-net-worth individuals, and trusts & foundations.

Your insight will directly influence fundraising success—helping teams prioritise opportunities, strengthen relationships, and secure vital funding to support lifesaving services.

Our Benefits

• Annual Leave of 25 days, which increases by 1 additional day per completed year of service up to a maximum of 30 days. in addition to bank holidays (pro rata for part time staff)
• Additional days leave for your birthday.
• Pension scheme includes 6% employer contributions, with 4% employee contribution.
• Access to a Health & Wellbeing Care Plan*
• Occupational Sick Pay Scheme*
• Life insurance at 3 times your annual salary*

*On completion of probationary period.

Closing date: Friday 12th June 2026
Interview date: Week commencing 22nd June 2026
N.B. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

A full driving licence and access to a vehicle (or equivalent) is required for this role.

Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance is an equal opportunities employer and aims to ensure all applicants are treated fairly and equitably regardless of gender, race, colour, ethnicity, age, disabilities, social economic background, religious or political beliefs, marital status, maternity or paternity, or sexual orientation.

Please note that we are currently unable to sponsor applicants for work visas in the UK. Therefore, you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position. Applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship will not be considered.

No agencies please.

Rural Housing Enabler

Hours: up to 34 hours per week available for the role.

Working days and hours to be agreed with the successful candidate

Location: Office base Brightspace, Ipswich or Kirkley Centre, Lowestoft with blended/hybrid working

Term: Fixed Term to 31 March 2027 (potential to extend subject to funding)

Salary: £31,295 Fulltime (pro rata £28,374.13)

Start date: As soon as possible

About us

Community Action Suffolk (CAS) is the county’s infrastructure organisation for the Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) sector. We exist to ensure our sector, and its volunteers are supported, safe and sustainable and that our communities are active and resilient.

Our values of collaborative, enabling, person centred, responsive and trusted are the golden thread which runs through who we are and how we operate, and we aim to make them real every day.

About the role

We are seeking a Rural Housing Enabler to join our friendly team and help tackle the rural housing challenges in Suffolk.

In this role, you will:

• Play a crucial part in increasing the supply of affordable housing in Suffolk
• Engage with communities and provide a range of support including:
  • Raising awareness of the need for affordable housing
  • Facilitating initial discussions to assess need
  • Gather evidence of need around rural housing
  • Liaise and engage with stakeholders
  • Assist parishes throughout the journey of developing their own local housing schemes

In this role, clear communication is essential. You’ll be presenting to a range of audiences, and working in partnership with communities / community leaders, parish councils, district and county authorities, landowners, developers, housing organisations, and other partners to bring forward affordable rural housing projects in Suffolk. Good IT skills, and the ability to build strong relationships are crucial.

Although this role is predominately desk space there will be some travel around the county and within rural areas of Suffolk. Access to a car is advantageous.

The ideal candidate will have the following experience/skills:

• Excellent working knowledge of the issues affecting housing in Suffolk, and other issues affecting rural communities
• Experience/ understanding of working in supporting rural communities thorough consultation for affordable and/or community led housing
• A good understanding of the principles of quality community consultation
• Working with local authorities, parish councils, housing associations and similar organisations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

If you are interested in a role which is community led and focused on rural issues within Suffolk we would like to hear from you. 

For more information please visit our website for more information on who to contact. 

We are a friendly organisation, committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive culture in all that we do, and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We aim to create a workplace which is welcoming, fair, and inclusive, where people can be themselves and contribute to our vision and values.

We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments individuals may require in the recruitment process, or on commencement of post. 

What we offer

You will work within a reputable charity which offers its employees benefits which include:

• Blended working where role allows
• Flexible working options to support work/life balance
• 33 days (FTE) increasing to a maximum 36 (FTE) annual holiday which includes an allowance for bank holidays
• Up to 4% matched pension contribution
• 2 days pro rata volunteering days to support volunteering in Suffolk
• Staff Discounts Scheme for a range of retailers including; shopping, holidays, insurance, eating out and health and leisure activities
• Company Sick Pay Scheme
• Continued Professional Development for job related development
• Family Friendly policies and practices
• Tailored induction

For more information and an application pack please visit our website.

Applications for this role will be reviewed and considered on an ongoing basis until the role is filled. Interviews will be arranged according to availability.

We therefore encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment, as we reserve the right to close this job listing once a successful candidate is appointed.