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We’re Hiring: Mass Participation Events Manager
UK (Remote) | Full-time | £35,000

Closing date: 9am Monday 1 December 2025

Cerebra is the national charity dedicated to improving the lives of children with neurological conditions and their families. We provide vital research, support, and practical solutions that empower families facing complex challenges.

With an annual income of £3 million, we have ambitious plans to double our income by 2027, ensuring we can extend our impact, reach more families, and drive real change. To achieve this, we are investing in fundraising innovation, income generating ventures, and strategic partnerships, alongside enhancing our brand to increase our national recognition.

Our work is underpinned by our values ensuring that everything we do aligns with our mission to create a better world for children with neurological conditions.

Job Title:

Mass Participation Events Manager

Department/Responsibility for:

Mass participation events and schools fundraising programmes

Gross income budget of £295k for 2026

Recruitment and line management of further members of the team 

Reports To:

Corporate & Philanthropy Manager

Purpose of the Role:

This is an exciting opportunity to join an evolving and growing fundraising team with a new, ambitious strategy for income generation that the whole charity, senior management and Trustees are right behind.

The role itself is new as Cerebra looks to invest in and significantly grow and develop a new mass participation events programme (which includes schools fundraising products). You’ll work closely with the Director of Fundraising, Marketing and Communications who has a strong background in events and community fundraising.

You will lead the development of virtual/digital fundraising events, challenge/3rd party events, in-person owned events, DIY events and our relationships with schools. In time, you will build and foster relationships with other community organisations. You will be responsible for growing the team as the programme expands.  Innovation and product development are key areas of work.

You will play key role in the Fundraising Marketing & Communications directorate and developing our fundraising, audience and supporter engagement strategy.

This is a challenging but well-supported role, where you can make a large, career-defining impact on Cerebra and the children and families that we serve.

Overall budgetary responsibility is approximately £295k of income for 2026, with considerable scope and ambition for improvement.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

1. New events programme

• Develop a multi-year events programme incorporating virtual/digital events, challenge/3rd party events, in-person own events and DIY.
• Project manage the delivery of the events in the programme to raise £295k in 2026.
• Develop multi-channel marketing plans for recruitment, focusing on key audiences.
• Develop multi-channel supporter journeys and top-class supporter experience to deepen engagement and increase income.
• Monitor, evaluate and report on income, expenditure, and supporter acquisition across the events programme and make decisions about where to invest time and resources, accordingly.
• Develop necessary assets, such as fundraising packs. Digital platforms, digital rewards and supporter groups.
• Work with the Corporate & Philanthropy Manager to offer events fundraising to corporate partners.

2. Innovation and product development

• Use data and insights to understand audiences and to innovate and develop new events from prototype and MVP onwards.
• Proactively research and identify opportunities to grow the portfolio, monitoring the market and sector trends and how they could be implemented at Cerebra.
• Constantly seek to iterate and improve events in all areas including marketing, supporter experience, delivery and fundraising.
• Create business cases and plans for each new event.
• Own and grow Cerebra’s own mass participation flagship event “Relay Your Way”.

3. Schools and community groups

• Develop a plan and products to engage schools with Cerebra fundraising.
• Work with the Marketing & Communications team to develop materials to support schools fundraising.
• Work with the Marketing & Communications and Contact Centre teams to recruit schools to take part in fundraising for Cerebra.
• Monitor and evaluate to scale successful schools fundraising products.
• Take learnings from schools fundraising to apply to other groups and organisations.

4. Culture & relationships

• Work to continue the development of a strong, person-centred, empathetic, supportive and inclusive culture at Cerebra.
• Build on excellent relationships between different teams and directorates for each teams’s and Cerebra’s overall strategic goals and objectives.
• Collaborate across departments to align partner activity with service delivery and communications.
• Contribute to strategic, organisational and cultural development.
• Champion innovation, growth mindset and learning from failure.
• Manage relationships with external stakeholders, partners and suppliers to ensure the best outcomes for Cerebra.

5. Budgeting, monitoring and forecasting

• Working with the team and Director of Fundraising, Marketing and Communications to set income and expenditure budgets for Events and Community.
• Monitoring and reporting on income and expenditure and KPIs throughout the year.
• Providing quarterly income and expenditure re-forecasts.
• Ensuring all relevant information is recorded in line with charity, fundraising and data legislation and best practice.

6. Line Management

• Carry out recruitment within the team in line with Cerebra’s practices and values.
• Provide effective, remote line management, support and performance management to direct reports to help them maximise their potential and effectiveness.
• Provide practical and person-centred coaching support to direct reports.
• Ensure there is a continual focus on learning and development and wellbeing.

We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including 29 days holiday (plus bank holidays), pension match up to 6%, £300 home-working allowance, company sick pay, organisational membership of Fundraising Everywhere learning and development platform and the opportunity to work for a cause that truly matters.

To apply, send your CV and a short cover letter (max 800 words) outlining why you’re a great fit.

Interviews:

• Online (Teams): Week commencing 8th December 2025

Join us in creating a better world for children with neurological conditions. Let’s do something extraordinary—together.

We are an equal opportunities employer. If there is anything you need to support you to take part in an interview please let us know. 

In line with our commitment to safeguarding, a full DBS check will be required of the successful candidate.

Are you a passionate, experienced fundraiser looking for a new challenge? Do you have strong partnerships and trusts experience, but also a good understanding of developing individual giving journeys? Are you excited by the opportunity to manage a new fundraising programme in a small, growing organisation? Then this might be just the role for you.

We are looking for an ambitious and proactive Senior Fundraising Manager to build on our past fundraising activity, diversifying income streams and nurturing new and existing partnerships with industry. In this role, you will also develop our member donations income stream and maximise our fundraising potential with the wider public, including patients and families with experience of intensive care. Working closely with the Head of Communications and Membership Engagement, you will contribute to shaping the fundraising strategy to support our new and enhanced organisational strategy and brand strategy.

Working closely with other members of the senior management team, including the Head of Sponsorship and Events, you will help develop relationships with industry for the long term and in relation to our yearly State of the Art Congress, aimed at the intensive care community.

You’ll have a strong track record in building and managing partnerships, securing grants from charitable trusts and foundations, and delivering successful fundraising campaigns. You will be a strategic thinker, confident communicator, and relationship-builder who is motivated by making a difference. Able to juggle both management and hands-on, operational activities, you’ll be keen to get stuck in and make a difference.

You will sit in a small, dynamic and supportive team also responsible for communications and membership engagement, and you’ll work with closely with them to integrate fundraising messages within our broader communications. You will also have a dotted line to other key teams within the organisation, in a matrix-style working set-up.

As an organisation, we have just reviewed our organisational strategy under the leadership of our new CEO, which means a lot of exciting developments are afoot needing additional funding. As part of this growth, we will be growing our offer for patients and families, which will have strong links to the fundraising strategy you will help manage.

Senior Philanthropy Manager 

Welcome to Population Matters

We are an environmental charity, and we believe all populations matter. We are all interconnected and all species rely on each other, yet no one is talking about the impact the growing human population is having on the planet. 

Our vision is of a world in which our human population lives fairly and sustainably with nature and each other. Our mission is to address the negative consequences of ever more people using ever more of the planet’s resources and to inspire and engage with others to find, share and promote ways to make our vision a reality as quickly as possible.

We conduct evidence-based research, build networks of powerful advocates, work with global partners, and support female leadership and male allyship to ensure that our population can co-exist in harmony with nature and prosper on a healthy planet.

Are you passionate about our cause?

We have just entered a new five-year strategy period and are looking for a Senior Philanthropy Manager with the experience, gravitas and growth-mindset to deliver our objectives. This is a new role, giving you the opportunity to shape the philanthropy programme and develop donor-centric experiences, proposals and feedback.

How to apply

Please apply by sending a CV (no more than three A4 pages) and covering letter (no more than two A4 pages), addressing the Job Description and, in particular, the Person Specification.

The deadline for applications is midday on Wednesday 26th November. We will inform successful first round candidates by 5pm on Friday 28th November and we will hold first interviews on Thursday 4th December via Teams. We will hold second interviews in person, in London, on Monday 15th December.

Please refer to the attached EDI statement for further information.

Note: We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may withdraw this job advert before the published expiry date.

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The Salvation Army ism recruiting a Philanthropy Fundraiser for Scotland and Northern Ireland. This role will play an important part in generating income to support the crucial work that the charity does in Scotland.

The Salvation Army is a truly inspirational organisation that provides a range of services supporting the homeless, families and vulnerable older people and has been doing this for over 100 years.

The position of Philanthropy Fundraiser, Scotland and Northern Ireland will play a key role in developing support from charitable trusts & foundations and major donors in Scotland and Northern Ireland. You will take ownership of managing and developing fundraising relationships establishing new prospects and engaging with existing supporters.

Key responsibilities: 

• Manage & develop a portfolio of existing and prospective medium sized charitable trusts & foundations across Scotland and Northern Ireland 

• Manage & develop a portfolio of existing and prospective major donor gifts across Scotland and Northern Ireland 

• Research and identify prospective funders who align with The Salvation Army’s aims and objectives and key strategic funding priorities 

• Support the team with planning, organising and associated administration of any donor related events, including the annual Christmas carol concert reception 

Experience and skills: 

• Preferably the successful candidate will have previous experience of fundraising, with a proven record in generating income from trusts & foundations and/or major donors 

• You will have strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey information to donors and colleagues in a clear, effective and professional manner 

• The successful candidate will have the ability to plan, organise and prioritise a varied workload to effectively meet your objectives to the expected quality standards and time scales  

The role is based in Scotland with hybrid working. Ideally the candidate will be based in the Central Belt of Scotland with the ability to access offices in Glasgow or Edinburgh with two days per week being office based. (preferably one of these days based in the Glasgow office) 

Salary: £31,224 plus pension, 25 days annual leave, life assurance, cycle to work scheme, travel loan and childcare vouchers.

Closing date: Midnight Sunday 7th November 2025 - please ensure you have got in touch with THINK Recruitment for an informal call by Friday 5th as we cannot shortlist any candidates who we haven't spoken with. 

Inspire, influence, and invest in a generation of leaders - through high-impact philanthropy

Teach First believes that where you're born should never determine your destiny. They train and support brilliant teachers to work in the schools that need them most and they're looking for a talented Philanthropy Manager to build game-changing partnerships that make educational equality a reality.

This is your chance to lead on high-value philanthropy, collaborating with influential donors and networks who share your passion for lasting social impact. You'll play a vital role in unlocking the transformational funding that fuels Teach First's mission, helping every child fulfil their potential, no matter their background.

Salary: £48,335.96 + £3,000 for London weighting
Location: Hybrid or remote, based from your nearest Teach First office (Birmingham, Bournemoth Bristol, Chatham, Leeds, London, Manchester, Newcastle, Norwich or Nottingham)
Contract: Permanent, full time (37.5 hours, with flexible and condensed options available)
Benefits: 27 days holiday (+ bank holidays), 6% pension, agile working, wellbeing support and a culture that values what you achieve

What you'll be doing:

• Spotting the opportunities -Research, identify and cultivate new High-Net-Worth Individuals and philanthropic funders, taking them from first contact to long-term partnership.
• Telling the story - Develop compelling, evidence-led cases for support that inspire donors to invest in Teach First's mission.
• Sealing the deal - Secure strategic, multi-year gifts (six figures+) and build a pipeline worth around £350K.
• Making it personal -Deliver bespoke stewardship plans, ensuring every donor feels valued and sees the impact of their support.
• Driving results - Track and report on progress through Salesforce, providing clear insight into income, impact, and engagement.

Who we're looking for:

• Proven experience in high-value or philanthropic fundraising, with a strong track record of securing significant 5-6 figures gifts and multi-year partnerships.
• Confident, strategic relationship-builder with the emotional intelligence to engage senior stakeholders, trustees, and major donors.
• Excellent communicator and storyteller - able to craft persuasive proposals and deliver inspiring presentations.
• Organised and data-driven, comfortable managing multiple relationships and deadlines through Salesforce or similar CRM systems.
• Passionate about equality, education and creating opportunity for every child.

Bonus points if you've worked in education, youth, or children's charities, or have experience navigating the legal and ethical aspects of philanthropy.

Why this role matters?

Every partnership you secure will help train more teachers, support more school leaders, and open doors for thousands of young people. This is high-impact fundraising at its best, strategic, purposeful, and deeply rewarding.

Why you'll love working here?

Teach First has an ambitious, supportive culture where collaboration and flexibility go hand in hand. Their agile approach means you can work where and when you're at your best. Over 100 team members already have flexible working agreements, and you can too.

They're deeply committed to diversity and inclusion, and particularly welcome applications from candidates who are disabled; Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic; LGBTQ+; or from backgrounds that reflect the communities Teach First serves.

Interested? We'd love to hear from you.

To apply: Please send your CV or profile to Ellen Drummond as the first step. If your skills and experience are a match, we'll be in touch with how to apply.

Deadline: 28th November at 9am
First stage interview: TBC
Second stage interview: w/c 15th of December

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.

Interviews: 02/12

At The King’s Trust, we believe every young woman and girl deserves the confidence, skills and opportunities to build a brighter future, no matter the barriers they face. Through our inspiring Women Supporting Women community and the Change A Girl’s Life campaign, we raise vital funds to help young women overcome challenges, find employment, and unlock their potential.

As our Fundraising Project Manager in our Philanthropy team, you’ll sit at the heart of this life-changing work, bringing people together, coordinating projects, and driving engagement across our fundraising community. You’ll be the connector who ensures our philanthropic supporters, committees, and campaigns are aligned and thriving, managing communications, events and key milestones to keep momentum strong. This is a role that blends project management, creativity, and purpose, giving you the chance to see the direct impact of your work on young women’s lives across the UK.

If you’re an exceptional organiser with a passion for gender equality, philanthropy, and meaningful storytelling, this is your opportunity to make a tangible difference. You’ll be joining a team that’s collaborative, ambitious and deeply committed to empowering young women and girls to rewrite their futures, and you’ll play a vital part in making that happen.

What happens next?  

Please submit a CV, and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date. 

Why do we need Fundraising Project Managers? 

Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives and we couldn’t do this without the important work of Fundraising Project Managers! 

Perks for working at The Trust! 

• Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year 
• Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
• You can volunteer for and/or attend events – The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events etc. 
• In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role 
• Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas. 
• Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 
• Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave. 
• Interest-free season ticket loans 
• The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme 
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary) 

We are delighted to introduce an exciting new role at our hospice — Philanthropy Fundraiser — a pivotal position designed to help shape the future of our fundraising strategy and deepen our impact in the community.

As our Philanthropy Fundraiser, you will play a key role in cultivating and stewarding relationships with Major Donors, Trusts, and Grant-making bodies. Your work will directly contribute to securing high-value gifts and long-term partnerships that enable us to continue delivering exceptional care and support to those who need us most in our Warrington community.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading on the development of compelling, high-quality funding applications for services, income generation, and capital appeals.
• Building and nurturing meaningful relationships with donors, trusts, and grant-makers.
• Collaborating closely with the Senior Management Team and department leads to gain deep insight into our services and ensure donors receive an outstanding experience.
• Championing our mission and values to inspire philanthropic support and long-term engagement.

What We’re Looking For:

• A passionate and strategic fundraiser with experience in securing major gifts or trust and grant funding.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive, collaborative approach and a genuine commitment to making a difference.

This is a unique opportunity to shape a new role and make a lasting impact. If you’re ready to bring your expertise and energy to a cause that truly matters, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary.

Salary: £38,000 - £42,000
Contract: Permanent, 28–35 hours per week (core hours 10–4)
Location: London office – 2 days per week inc. Wednesday
Closing date: Rolling
Benefits: 25 days holiday, Wellbeing - Employee Assistance Programme,6  ‘flex’ hours to use each month.

We’re excited to be working with Tommy’s, the UK’s leading pregnancy research charity, to recruit a Philanthropy Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a mission-driven organisation at a pivotal time, as they continue to grow their Philanthropy & Partnerships directorate.

You’ll be stepping into a well-established portfolio of engaged major donors and will work closely with the new Director of Philanthropy & Partnerships to grow income and deepen relationships. This role offers the chance to make a real impact in a high-performing, collaborative team that’s already making waves in the sector.

To be successful as the Philanthropy Manager, you will need:

• Proven experience securing £50K gifts from major donors and managing complex relationships.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to engage high-profile individuals.
• A proactive, strategic mindset with the ability to identify and cultivate new donor prospects.

If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Emma on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected].

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.

If you would like to discuss this role with us please quote the reference 2711EI.
 

This role is for you if you are self-motivated and driven to ensure that targets are hit and projects are delivered to the highest possible standards.

Closing date is 9am on Wednesday 3rd December 2025.

If you would like an informal discussion about this opportunity or have any specific questions, you can arrange a call with Sarah Rutherford, please see the jobs section on our website for details.

Please see our recruitment pack on our website for more information and on how to apply. 

Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, either at application or interview, please contact us.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced, dynamic relationship fundraiser to lead a step-change in major donor giving at the Trust. 

This role is for you if you are self-motivated and driven to ensure that targets are hit and projects are delivered to the highest possible standards. 

You will have demonstrable experience of securing and managing 5-figure+ gifts from donors and be a sophisticated communicator with a collaborative approach and the confidence to build relationships with and inspire colleagues, Trustees and donors.

About the Trust

Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust is a local conservation charity working to protect wildlife and help people connect with nature. With a team of volunteers we care for wild places so that nature has a place to thrive. We help people experience the wildlife on their doorsteps and to take steps to protect it.

We believe that wildlife should have space to thrive alongside our everyday lives and that everyone benefits from having access to nature.

Our head office is based in the attractive setting of Verulamium Park on the outskirts of St Albans. Our staff team are enthusiastic, friendly and committed to wildlife conservation and exemplifies our values of professionalism, valuing contributions by others and continuing to improve.

How do we support you?

The Trust strives to be a positive employer supporting our staff through flexible and hybrid working, and training and development. We recognise the importance of our staff team and looking after their health and wellbeing. Our values and expected behaviours reflect the culture which the Trust seeks to maintain to ensure productive, efficient, effective and pleasant workplaces and roles.

In support of this, we offer an excellent benefits package, ranging from office perks, generous leave entitlements and financial benefits. You can find out more on our website. 

As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health of all our staff.

We are seeking an outstanding Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager (Maternity Cover) to secure and manage income from Corporate Trust and Foundations, Major Donors and Corporates. We are looking for an experienced and ambitious Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager to join our award-winning fundraising team as a maternity cover.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

At Hand in Hand, we help women beat the odds and succeed as entrepreneurs. The money they earn and the confidence they gain changes everything. Whole families and communities rise with them.

Since 2003, from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe, we’ve helped more than 5 million women launch small businesses that can stand the test of time. Some are smallholder farmers learning to stand up to climate change. Some are refugees starting a new life after running from conflict. Others are young women and girls with few opportunities, starting to dream – and plan – for the future.

Our members’ achievements (so far) include:

· 6.6 million new and improved enterprises

· 11.6 million new and improved jobs created.

· 6.3 million members mobilised.

· 29.1 million indirect beneficiaries (families) impacted.

· 300% Return on Investment

Hand in Hand International is based in Baker Street, central London, with a flexible working policy that includes work-from-home Mondays and Fridays. Our team works with partners throughout the global Hand in Hand network, specialising in fundraising, strategic and programmes advice, and donor relations.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Philanthropy Manager to join a leading national charity. This is a full-time, permanent role within the Philanthropy & Partnerships team, focused on cultivating and stewarding relationships with high-net-worth individuals and major donors to maximise income in support of the organisation’s vital work.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Develop and deliver compelling research proposals, engagement opportunities, and stewardship plans for donors
• Manage and grow a portfolio of high-value supporters, ensuring strong and lasting relationships
• Identify new prospects and secure significant gifts through proactive cultivation and engagement
• Plan and deliver bespoke donor events, visits, and meetings to strengthen supporter connections
• Produce high-quality proposals, briefings, and stewardship materials that inspire confidence and investment
• Collaborate with colleagues across teams to identify funding opportunities and package them for donor support
• Monitor performance against income targets, preparing reports and forecasts for senior management
• Stay informed on trends and best practices in philanthropy fundraising
• Undertake any other duties as reasonably required to support the fundraising function

Ideal candidate profile:

• Proven experience in major donor or high-value fundraising, with a strong track record of securing significant gifts
• Excellent relationship management skills, with the ability to engage confidently with donors, trustees, and senior stakeholders
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, able to craft persuasive proposals and impact reports
• Confident networker with the ability to identify and cultivate new prospects
• Highly organised, able to manage multiple relationships and projects simultaneously
• Results-driven, motivated, and methodical in managing a busy workload
• A collaborative team player who shares a passion for driving social impact

Location: Central London

Salary: £40,000

Working hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week

Working pattern: Hybrid, 3 days per week on-site

Contract: Permanent

This vacancy is being actively shortlisted, so early applications are encouraged. We are an equal opport

Role Overview
The Talent Set are delighted to partner with this fantastic charity on a Philanthropy Manager role. This position offers an opportunity to work on developing major donor income based on fully fledged pipeline and developed case for supports. The role is supported by a wider high value team including prospect research.

Key Responsibilities

• Steward existing donors and develop new donor relationships, working through the pipeline from cultivation to successful asks
• Identify new opportunities within the major donor portfolios
• Plan and coordinate fundraising campaigns, events, and engagement activities.
• Collaborate with teams across high value and wider fundraising teams to ensure donor stewardship and recognition.

Person Specification

• Proven experience working with major donors, this could be at officer/executive level and a step into a manager role or someone already in a manager role
• Full understanding and experience to work through the full donor relationship process with known donors and new prospects
• Having experience of successful 5 figure gifts is desirable, but candidates will be considered with 4 figures, looking for a bigger challenge
• Experience of working with giving circles is of interest but not essential
• Ability to work with agility in a collaborative and unique charity environment
• A proactive and adaptable approach with ambition to grow income from major donors, able to see opportunities for growth.

What’s on Offer
Salary: Circa £44,000

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.

St Gemma’s Hospice is a truly special place.

 “St Gemma’s has been a lifeline for us as a family. The children’s bereavement team were exceptional […] To have this really tailored support has been fantastic and I’m so grateful to the whole team. (Clare, mum of Spencer and Lewis)

St Gemma’s is one of the UK’s leading hospices and has been providing the best possible care and support for the people of Leeds for over 40 years!

There has never been a more exciting time to join them, as the charity builds on the success of the past, with some ambitious growth plans for the future. We are looking for a Philanthropy Manager to join their successful and ambitious fundraising team.

Are you pro-active, adaptable and solution oriented with a true passion for delivering excellent supporter experience? If so, this could be the role for you.

The Role

As Philanthropy Manager you’ll be working alongside passionate and talented fundraising colleagues to achieve the charity’s ambitious plans for income growth. Your duties will include:

• Devising and delivering a strategy to cultivate new major donors, securing and increasing donations whilst delivering excellent stewardship
• Producing high quality proposals to attract support for a range of hospice services 
• Reviewing and managing the hospice patron scheme
• Representing the hospice in a caring, aspiring and professional manner in a variety of settings to maximise opportunities

The Person

We are looking for someone who is passionate about building relationships, and delivering a high level of supporter stewardship. To be considered for this role you should possess a clear understanding of philanthropy trends, best practices and management of successful relationships with major donors. 

You should be skilled at networking, with the ability to influence, negotiate and steward. This role will be varied and interesting so you should have the ability manage and prioritise workloads and retain an exceptional eye for detail. Additionally, the ability to perform research effectively and write creative, inspiring content will also be advantageous.

Just as importantly, you should have great communications skills, the ability to work collaboratively and the flexibility to adapt to make the most of opportunities. We are looking for a positive, proactive solution oriented networker who wants to make a real impact!

Why SGH

St Gemma’s is not just a place to work, but it’s a family. It fosters a positive, empowering and supportive team culture and puts huge emphasis on staff wellbeing. It is a truly special place, and this is an opportunity not to be missed!

They hold a set of values and behaviours for staff and patients, which include:

•  Caring – treating each person with kindness, empathy, compassion and respect.
• Aspiring – continually learning and developing; striving for excellence in everything we do
• Professional – Delivering high standards through team work, a skilled workforce and good governance.

If this sounds like the type of environment that would suit you for the next phase of your career, then get in touch! The role is permanent and full-time, and offers the opportunity to work flexibly from the hospice and from home.

If you think you could be the right person to fulfil the exciting responsibilities of this role, then get in touch today! Contact Charlie or Leanne from Charity Horizons for more information.

Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format, such as audio or video upload, please contact either Charlie or Leanne who will be happy to advise on this.

Please also be aware that we use anonymous recruitment methods when submitting shortlists for all our roles and we only work with organisations that are happy to engage with us in this way.

Charity Horizons is an equal opportunities employer and as such actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable candidates irrespective of age, disability, hidden disability, race or national origin, religion or belief, gender, gender expression, political view, sexual orientation, medical condition and pregnancy.

Join Us as Development Manager (Philanthropy & Fundraising) – Make a Real Difference!

Are you a visionary fundraiser ready to shape the future of a local charity? The Carers’ Centre is looking for a Development Manager to lead our philanthropy and fundraising efforts, helping unpaid carers across Bath & North-East Somerset thrive.

In this exciting role, you’ll:

• Identify and grow new income streams while strengthening existing supporter relationships.
• Lead a dynamic fundraising team, driving donor retention and engagement.
• Craft compelling campaigns that inspire and make a real impact.

About you:

You are a collaborative leader, and a skilled communicator. With proven experience in philanthropy and income generation, you know how to turn opportunities into results. You thrive on building meaningful relationships and creating strategies that ensure long-term financial sustainability.

Why join us:

At The Carers’ Centre, flexibility and work-life balance matter—we know life doesn’t stop when you’re making a difference. We’re a passionate, team-oriented organisation where collaboration comes first and there’s truly no “I” in our team. Together, we provide vital support to unpaid carers, helping them maintain wellbeing, stay connected, and feel valued in their communities.

If you’re ready to lead fundraising that truly transforms lives, in a supportive and flexible environment, we want to hear from you!

Key duties and responsibilities

Main responsibilities

In line with our income generation strategy:

· Lead on the strategic planning and implementation of income generation activities to help build sustainability of The Carers’ Centre and its services for 19,600 unpaid carers across Bath and North East Somerset.

· Develop and implement a stewardship programme for donors and funders building support and securing new income for The Carers’ Centre.

· Work collaboratively with colleagues to help deliver The Carers’ Centre vision for carers.

Income generation

· Design and deliver a diverse income generation plan to support philanthropy and fundraising in line with The Carers’ Centre Strategic Plan.

· Co-produce annual philanthropy and fundraising targets and take the lead responsibility to instigate and co-ordinate the activity that will achieve them.

· Build long-lasting relationships with key local philanthropists, donors, and funders.

· Work proactively with colleagues to research, identify and scope a portfolio of compelling projects and proposals that will appeal to donors and funders.

· Work closely with communication colleagues to develop appropriate communications campaigns and activities for different supporter groups.

· Contribute towards the charity’s communications and marketing strategy ensuring fundraising is embedded.

· Develop, maintain, and implement relevant policies and procedures in line with our growth plans.

Line management

· Provide effective line management and support to direct reports to help them maximise their potential and effectiveness.

· Ensure line reports consider their own health and wellbeing.

General

· Uphold and embed our values and behavioural competencies.

Ensure you and your reports:

· Uphold and embed our values and behavioural competencies in your work

· Deliver against the agreed workplan.

· Adhere to the Carers’ Charter.

· Work within The Carers’ Centre’s policy framework.

· Ensure that you adopt good practice within the Carers Trust network.

· Take responsibility for ensuring communications are in line with GDPR and The Fundraising Regulator guidelines.

· Encourage carers to provide feedback on The Carers’ Centre services and to become actively involved in shaping future delivery.

· Work with the Carbon Champion, the Senior Leadership Team and small working group of colleagues to look for ways to reduce carbon footprint across the organisation, make cost savings on energy usage and achieve targets throughout the Carbon Footprint project

· Support the Carbon Champion by implementing environmentally friendly practices to help reduce our carbon footprint.