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If this sounds like you, then our four-month (7th September to 18th December 2026), salaried Grant Fundraising Traineeship might be the perfect opportunity for you.
Chell Perkins is looking for four individuals with excellent writing skills who want to learn how to fundraise from grantmakers.
Our industry-leading paid traineeship (monthly equivalent of a £24,792 annual salary) will see you writing grant applications for multiple charities and gaining a recognised certificate with education credits towards CFRE to kickstart your fundraising career. There are up to four vacancies at Chell Perkins, and at the end of the course trainees will be eligible to apply for a permanent position.
“This programme has been an amazing opportunity to work with so many different clients, and constantly learn new skills on the job. I have learned so much.” Junior Fundraiser, 2022
This immersive programme is home-based with quality training and plenty of support from other experienced fundraisers.
“The hands-on training opportunities that come with a role at Chell Perkins are invaluable for anyone who is looking to get into fundraising. I don't think you could find a more immersive and rewarding experience in the charity sector anywhere else!” Junior Fundraiser, 2022
Why Chell Perkins?
At the end of our Grant Fundraising Traineeship, you will be a confident and capable fundraiser. But there’s much more to the scheme than that. The Chell Perkins team are a great bunch of people to work with. We really care about our partner charities and YOUR future. Our supportive and empowering work culture will enable you to realise your own potential.
“This programme is truly unique and rewarding. I recommend it to anyone thinking of beginning a fundraising career.” Junior Fundraiser, 2020
Client mix
Candidates should be aware that at present, 70% of our partner charities come from a Christian background (churches or Christian charities). While it is not a requirement to be Christian, candidates must be happy to write for a faith-based audience.
Applications
This role is home-based; however, you may occasionally be required to work from client sites across the UK.
For more details about this opportunity, contact us and request a copy of the Job Description & Person Specification document.
Interviews will be held in the week commencing 4th May 2026 for positions starting on 7th September 2026.
If our Grant Fundraising Traineeship sounds like it could be a perfect fit for you, why not apply? We look forward to hearing from you!
To apply for this role, please complete our job application and email it to us with a recent CV and a covering letter. In your covering letter, please tell us:
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Why do you want to become a fundraiser and why do you believe you will be a good one?
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Describe any relevant experience you will bring to the role (such as writing or debating).
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Why do you think people give money to charity, and what role do you think fundraisers play in motivating people to give?
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Why do you want to work for Chell Perkins in particular?
Click 'how to apply' below for the email address to send your application to, and for more information on the role and person specification.
A note about generative AI use
As an agency we are not against the use of AI to research or help improve the quality of your application. However, we strongly advise against using AI to generate copy for you. Last year, over 40 applications contained sections with identical wording, due to the use of generative AI. As a result, we could not get to know the applicants from their writing, and subsequently had to reject all of these applications.
We’re Chell Perkins, the flexible charity fundraising partners. We’re here to give charities the boost they need to make their vision a reality.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Make a difference every day with PDSA
About Us
Join us to help keep even more people and pets together when times are tough. For over a century, PDSA have provided vital veterinary care for the pets of people in financial hardship.
We’re now on a journey to expand our reach to support even more people and their beloved pets. To achieve this ambitious goal, we need passionate and driven individuals who are ready to embrace change and help shape a future-focused PDSA. Together, we'll build a stronger organisation to ensure our services help those who need us most for the next hundred years.
If you're ready to make a real difference and be part of a team that's creating positive change, we want you to join us. Let's build a brighter future for pets and their owners, together.
About you
We’re looking for a Communications Officer to help promote and protect our charity’s reputation, raise awareness of our pet health agenda and highlight the vital work we do to keep people and pets together during difficult times. You’ll craft clear, engaging messages across print, broadcast, digital, and social media, building strong relationships with journalists and partners to secure positive coverage and strengthen our brand.
In this role, you’ll lead proactive communications activity, support reactive and crisis responses, and coordinate media opportunities such as events, photo shoots, and site visits. You’ll proactively seek out and capitalise on topical media and cultural moments including newsjacking opportunities to secure impactful coverage. You’ll also support the Communications and PR Manager, and wider internal stakeholders, to research, build, and manage celebrity relationships, leveraging PR opportunities where appropriate. Alongside this, you’ll monitor media trends, identify opportunities, and ensure consistent, high‑quality communication across all channels while safeguarding PDSA’s reputation.
We’re looking for someone with proven experience delivering successful media campaigns, excellent communication skills, and confidence representing an organisation externally. You’ll work well under pressure, respond quickly to urgent communication needs and be comfortable working independently. A relevant degree or CIPR qualification, along with knowledge of the charity sector, would be an advantage but not essential.
This role is home‑based, with occasional travel required for team meetings, events and visits to PDSA sites.
Rewards, support and benefits
We’re really passionate about being a great place to work, somewhere people feel proud of what they do, connected to a meaningful purpose, and able to make a genuine difference every day. Our teams are collaborative and supportive, and we encourage everyone to bring their ideas, individuality and passion for pets to work with them.
As well as a rewarding role and a positive, people-focused culture, we also offer a wide range of benefits, including:
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Flexible working options to support your work–life balance and individual circumstances.
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25 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays, with option to buy or sell an extra five days.
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Three paid special days off: Volunteering Day, Celebration Day and Wellbeing Day annually.
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Generous pension options, with PDSA contributions starting at 5% and rising to 10%.
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Life assurance providing four times your annual salary for added peace of mind.
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AXA Health Employee Assistance Programme, with 24/7 wellbeing support
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Retail, holiday and lifestyle discounts available through our staff Fetch benefits platform.
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Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave to support you and your family.
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15% discount on PDSA Pet Insurance plus access to staff veterinary services.
To apply for this role, click Apply Now at the top of the page, create a candidate account and complete our simple application form.
PDSA is committed to embedding a culture of diversity and inclusion within our teams that reflect the communities we serve. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies and opportunities for flexible working arrangements to support team members from different backgrounds.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding accessibility, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss via email or telephone reasonable adjustments that you may require throughout the recruitment process.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, adults at risk and all our colleagues and expect everyone who works for us to also share this commitment and to treat people with courtesy and respect.
To support this commitment, our recruitment & selection processes are robust and rigorous. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate background checks.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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There when it matters
About the role:
The prospect research and pipeline management role will support high value fundraising across the Corporate, Trust and Community or Regional fundraising teams through prospect research, network mapping, lead qualification, and due diligence checks. This role will also manage the pipeline management process on our CRM ensuring the teams have access to dashboards tracking their donors across the stages of solicitation and be able to provide insight reports into how well we are moving prospects through the pipelines. This role will also be required to develop processes and ensure we are working within data protection and fundraising regulations and that our due diligence is tracked and auditable.
About you:
• Educated to degree level or with equivalent relevant work experience
• Familiarity with prospect research tools and the ability to identify and recommend the best tools to support our work using the budget as cost effectively as possible.
• Thorough working knowledge of GDPR as it relates to major donor fundraising and the Fundraising codes to practise.
• Experience of undertaking due diligence checks on prospective donors and of setting up and implementing policies and processes to ensure and demonstrate adherence to regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build supportive and collaborative relationships with colleagues both across fundraising and the organisation including the ability to chair meetings and present data and insight.
• Experience of working on a variety of requests and ability to manage and prioritise workload whilst being responsive
Essential Criteria
• Previous experience of driving forward process improvements, implementing new processes or systems, and working with colleagues to embed such change.
• Skilled at using a relationship management database (or CRM) to track prospects through the solicitation process, produce dashboards and reports and glean insight from data.
• Experience of delivering prospect research activities to identify and qualify leads for fundraising teams across corporate, trust and major donor income streams.
• Working knowledge of high value income streams and what will support fundraisers in achieving income growth.
• Experience of providing relevant high quality and accurate research profiles with developed research skills and attention to detail
• Proven experience in identifying new high-value funding prospects from the database and other sources including major donors, corporate partners, and trusts.
• Proven ability to be proactive in network mapping securing new prospects or additional opportunities from existing networks e.g. see that a major donor is also a trustee of a grant giving trust or the CEO of a potential corporate partner.
Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of their life or living with grief can access the support they need. There is no one size fits all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone.
Benefits
• Company pension scheme
• 27 days holiday - rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Enhanced sick pay
• Employee Networks - LGBTQ+, Ethnic Diversity and Equality, People with Disabilities, and Women and Non Binary Individuals
• Staff discount of 10% on new goods online
• Structured induction programme and learning and development opportunities.
For more of our employee benefits please visit our website.
We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds to help us to provide the best possible experience for the people who use our services and continue to make Sue Ryder a great place to work, and attract and recruit the best, most diverse workforce possible.
We are particularly interested in increasing applications from the global majority, LGBTQIA+ and people with disabilities as they are currently underrepresented in our organisation.
If you want more than just a job, we want you.
Join the team and be there when it matters.
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About Chapter One
Chapter One is a growing charity dedicated to ensuring every child has access to one-to-one reading support at the time they need it most.
We support children at every stage of their primary reading journey through three programmes - Early Literacy Intervention, Online Reading Volunteers, and Book Clubs - helping them build both the will and the skill to read. Our innovative Online Reading Volunteers Programme aims to support 3,500 children facing disadvantage during the 2025-26 academic year, pairing five to eight-year-old children with reading support volunteers from over 180 local and national businesses. Our unique approach requires volunteers to commit just 30 minutes a week for an entire academic year, using our bespoke digital platform. The results are transformative, significantly boosting children's reading confidence and ability.
For more information about our programmes please visit our website. Please also take some time to visit our social media channels and watch our videos.
About the role
With ambitious targets to support thousands more children by 2029, Chapter One is seeking a passionate, energetic Fundraising Officer to be an integral part of our Fundraising team. Reporting to our Fundraising Manager, you’ll generate income from a range of existing and new trusts and foundations, along with individual fundraising activities, to contribute towards the 2025-26 fundraising target. The fundraising budget in 2026-27 will be £356,000, when you’ll have an individual target.
This role is ideal for an early career professional who can write creative, compelling proposals and build impactful relationships to make your mark in a fast-growing charity which is flexible and agile. You’ll be a proactive, determined self-starter and have high standards for yourself and others. You’ll develop and manage a funding pipeline by investing in thorough research and relationship cultivation, and you will thrive in working with funders, partners and supporters on a day-to-day basis.
Key responsibilities
Deliver the fundraising plan
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Work collaboratively with the Fundraising Manager to grow Chapter One’s fundraising portfolio and meet agreed income targets from trusts and foundations.
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Maintain a portfolio of existing trusts and foundations, ensuring an excellent cultivation and stewardship journey in order to build relationships and maximise income.
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Proactively identify and research new prospective trust funders, finding creative ways to engage with them to secure support.
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Create compelling and tailored fundraising applications and reports, ensuring there is a strong emotional case for support and accuracy, to inspire prospects and supporters across trusts and foundations.
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Contribute to the highest levels of donor care for supporters, including creative stewardship, adhering to all grant conditions and responding in a timely manner to all enquiries from supporters and prospects.
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Research, interpret and present data about literacy and impact that makes a compelling case for Chapter One’s programmes.
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Contribute to internal planning and budget setting for restricted and unrestricted activities, setting out clear plans and a pipeline for income generation from trusts and foundations.
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Work with the Fundraising Manager, Corporate Partnerships team and Communications team to support the development of strategies and campaigns to grow individual giving from existing volunteers and supporters.
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Undertake administrative duties to support the delivery of individual fundraising initiatives including matched-giving campaigns and Payroll Giving.
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Work closely with the Fundraising Manager, Corporate Partnerships team and Communications team to ensure a cohesive approach and maximise all fundraising opportunities.
General
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Oversee and maintain specific fundraising administrative processes, including recording of activity on the Salesforce CRM and internal databases.
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Maintain up-to-date knowledge of fundraising regulations, networks, and developments across the sector.
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Adherence to Chapter One’s Donation Acceptance Policy.
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Contribute to forecasting and regular reporting, producing verbal and written reports for senior management as required.
We are looking for some of the following attributes, though you might be more experienced in some areas than others:
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A commitment to Chapter One’s mission and values.
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Experience of fundraising, ideally from trusts and foundations.
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A demonstrable track record of successfully generating income and achieving targets.
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An ability to create compelling and successful fundraising applications and proposals.
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Excellent written communication skills, with an understanding of how to tailor communications for different audiences/contexts.
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Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and manage relationships with a range of stakeholders, both internally and externally.
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Evidence of effective prospect research, growing and managing a pipeline, planning for your portfolio and increasing income.
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Good financial acumen and proven ability to present complex financial information accurately.
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Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
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Ability to effectively work under pressure and manage conflicting priorities.
You’ll be more successful in the role if you have:
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Experience of individual giving or employee fundraising.
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Experience of working in a charity that has a strong corporate volunteering offer.
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Experience using the Salesforce CRM.
How to Apply
Please send your CV (maximum 2 A4 sides) and a covering letter via Charity Jobs. Your covering letter (maximum 1 side of A4) should:
1) Detail your relevant experience, including clear examples.
2) Tell us the story of a successful fundraising relationship that you have been involved in, how much you raised and what you did to make it succeed.
3) Tell us about how our organisational mission is in line with your values.
Applications that fail to meet these criteria will automatically be discounted. We understand that you may use AI to help craft your application, but do remember that we will be looking for individuals who write a letter that stands out. We want you to have every opportunity to shine and to show us your talents - please let us know if there is anything we can do to make sure the assessment process works for you.
As a charity that values and celebrates people's diversity and champions opportunities for all young people, we are keen to receive applications from people who have experienced disadvantage and from those who are of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities who are currently underrepresented in the organisation. We believe that a diverse organisation is one that is more innovative, more creative and gets better results.
Chapter One is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service disclosure. Copies of our Safeguarding Policy and Safer Recruitment Policy are available on request.
At Chapter One, we want to create a world where all children have the literacy skills needed to thrive.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Purpose of the Role
The Clinical & Research Lead role provides senior clinical leadership across Together for Short Lives’ most complex and high-profile programmes. The role leads the design and delivery of national clinical initiatives, strengthens clinical governance and safeguarding oversight, and builds the organisation’s research and evidence capability.
Working closely with the Head of Services & Impact, the postholder ensures programmes are credible, evidence-informed and deliver measurable impact for children, families and the wider sector. The role will lead work that strengthens professional practice, improves outcomes for families, and supports national sector development. The role involves significant external representation, national stakeholder engagement, programme planning, research and data oversight, and leadership of internal and external events.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
· Represent Together for Short Lives in national clinical, policy and professional forums, contributing to the organisation’s credibility and influence across the children’s palliative care sector.
· Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of internally hosted stakeholder meetings, including the Leaders of Care Forum and other professional engagement events.
· Provide professional and reflective input into complex organisational decisions relating to clinical practice, programme design and ethical engagement.
· Build strong relationships with practitioners across health, social care, education and voluntary-sector partners to support implementation of clinical programmes and foster collaboration.
· Engage with Integrated Care Boards, Strategic Clinical Networks, and children’s palliative care providers to ensure our work aligns with national priorities and regional needs.
Programme Leadership & Project Oversight
· Provide senior leadership for the planning, development and delivery of clinical and service-improvement projects, ensuring alignment with organisational strategy.
· Oversee the development of project briefs, initiation documents, outcome measures, risk registers, evaluation plans and implementation timelines.
· Hold responsibility for monitoring progress, quality assurance, and risk management, escalating concerns to the Head of Services & Impact as required.
· Coordinate cross-functional project teams and ensure effective collaboration with external organisations, hospices, NHS partners and charitable funders.
· Ensure projects are delivered within agreed scope, timelines and budgets.
· Support the development of robust programme models, theories of change and outcomes frameworks that strengthen the organisation’s ability to secure external funding.
· Contribute to the development of cases for support and programme proposals in collaboration with fundraising colleagues.
Research, Evidence & Insight
- Lead the organisation’s research prioritisation programme and support development of a national children’s palliative care research agenda.
- Build and maintain relationships with academic partners, research institutions and clinical leaders to strengthen the evidence base for children’s palliative care.
- Support development of evaluation frameworks that demonstrate impact, learning and outcomes across programmes.
- Contribute to the organisation’s longer-term ambition to develop a ‘Centre of Impact’, positioning Together for Short Lives as a national authority on evidence and insight in children’s palliative care.
- Ensure research and evaluation activity is ethically robust, appropriately governed and aligned with sector priorities.
Data, Impact & Reporting
· Provide oversight and leadership for data collection, monitoring and reporting processes across the Services & Impact portfolio.
· Line manage the Data & Impact Officer, ensuring robust reporting systems, high-quality data, and meaningful evaluation of programmes.
· Ensure outputs are translated into insights that demonstrate effectiveness, equity, reach and learning - supporting fundraising, influencing and strategic decision-making.
· Support development of improved feedback mechanisms from families and professionals to evidence the impact of support offers and clinical programmes.
Professional Support, Education & Sector Development
· Contribute to the development and dissemination of clinical resources, guidance, toolkits and training for professionals working with children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions.
· Support national programmes of work, including definitions of children’s palliative care, categories of need, standards, workforce development and professional education.
· Facilitate knowledge exchange and best-practice sharing across the sector through networks, events, workshops and targeted professional engagement.
· Deliver presentations, training sessions and clinical briefings to a wide range of audiences.
Family and Service Engagement
· Work with colleagues across the Services & Impact team and external partners to ensure projects reflect the lived experiences and priorities of children and families.
· Support co-production activities and ensure family voice is meaningfully incorporated into project design and evaluation.
· Promote and signpost to the Family Support Hub and relevant offers, ensuring clear and consistent messaging about available support.
Governance, Quality & Reporting
· Provide additional clinical oversight and challenge across the organisation’s work relating to safeguarding, ethical engagement and complex family situations.
· Contribute to strengthening organisational clinical governance processes and risk management.
· Provide expert advice to colleagues on safeguarding, ethical engagement with families, and complex clinical issues arising from programme work. Contribute to internal reporting cycles, board updates, quarterly programme reviews and funder reports.
· Maintain accurate project documentation, data dashboards and risk logs.
· Provide expert advice to colleagues and stakeholders on clinical considerations and best practice in children’s palliative care.
General Responsibilities
· Provide effective line management, supervision and support to allocated staff.
· Attend team meetings, leadership meetings and organisational events as required.
· Commit to continuous professional development and reflective practice.
· Undertake other duties relevant to the role as required by the Head of Services & Impact.
Please apply using the Application form attached to this advert
We exist to ensure every seriously ill child and their family gets the high-quality children’s palliative and end of life care



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Use your digital marketing skills to support those in poverty in Eastern Europe
Are you a digital marketer who wants to use your skills for good? Do you enjoy combining creativity with data - and working collaboratively across teams and cultures?
We are seeking a Digital Marketing Officer to join our International Digital Team and support digital marketing across 12 fundraising countries. This is an exciting opportunity to work at an international level, helping to strengthen digital activity, improve performance, and share best practice.
About us
Mission Without Borders is an international Christian organisation working in some of the poorest communities in Europe. We journey alongside people facing poverty and marginalisation, providing practical, emotional and spiritual support that enables long‑term, sustainable change. We serve people regardless of religion or ethnic background.
Our international team supports this work around the world, bringing expertise in digital, fundraising, communications, finance, IT and Salesforce, and working closely with colleagues in our 12 fundriasing countries and 6 project countries.
What you’ll be doing
You’ll support international and country teams to deliver effective, data‑led digital marketing. Working closely with fundraising, communications and digital colleagues, you’ll help shape and support campaigns, improve digital performance through insight and analytics, and share best practice across multiple countries - always with an international mindset and sensitivity to local needs.
About you
You’ll be an experienced digital marketer with a collaborative approach and a passion for using digital to make a difference. You’ll have a strong understanding of the Christian faith and Christian audiences. You’ll be comfortable working across cultures, managing multiple priorities, and using insight to continually improve performance.
Essential
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Proven experience in digital marketing, including online campaigns
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Strong skills in digital advertising, analytics and SEO
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Confidence using tools such as Google Analytics and major ad and social platforms
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Experience working with stakeholders and managing multiple priorities
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Excellent communication, analytical and organisational skills
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A strong understanding of the Christian faith and Christian audiences
Desirable
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Experience working in an international or multi‑country context
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Experience in the charity or not‑for‑profit sector
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Familiarity with Salesforce or digital integrations
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Knowledge of digital compliance and cookie legislation
Why join us?
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A genuinely international role with real purpose and impact
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The opportunity to support digital marketing activity around the world
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A collaborative, skilled, and fun digital team
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Space to learn, innovate and share best practice
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Up to 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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Pension scheme
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Flexible and remote working, but with occasional travel to our London office and internationally
If you’re passionate about digital marketing and want your work to contribute to meaningful, long‑term change, we would love to hear from you.
This is a permanent, full-time role, but we would also consider applicants on a part-time job share basis.
Please ensure your cover letter explains why you want to work for MWBI and why you are the right candidate for the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Location: Flexible: remote, hybrid or office-based (Horsforth, Leeds)
At the Bone Cancer Research Trust, we exist because families refused to accept a world where primary bone cancer had no hope, no answers and almost no research. Today, we’re the UK’s leading bone cancer charity and every supporter you engage helps push vital research forward and provides comfort to families who need us.
About the role
As Relationship Manager, you’ll build genuine, lasting connections with our Special Funds - our named funds created in honour or memory of someone affected by primary bone cancer, community supporters and local businesses. Your relationship-led approach will help create the family feel connections we’re known for, inspiring long-term support and raising vital income for people affected by primary bone cancer
You will:
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Grow and manage Special Funds, our named funds created in honour or memory of someone affected by primary bone cancer.
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Build strong, meaningful relationships with all our supporters, ensuring every person feels valued and connected.
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Secure and steward regional corporate partnerships
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Meet a regional income target of approx. £300,000
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Represent BCRT in your region, strengthening awareness and community connections at meetings and events.
About you:
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A natural relationship builder with 3+ years’ fundraising experience and a genuine passion for supporter care.
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Compassionate and professional, especially when working with families personally affected by primary bone cancer.
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Organised, proactive and confident working independently, able to balance a varied workload.
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A clear and engaging communicator, bringing warmth and positivity to every interaction.
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Able to travel across the region (car required).
Why you’ll love working with us
You’ll join a small team that works collaboratively and keeps our community at the centre of everything we do. We’re supportive, friendly and you’ll have the flexibility to manage your work while seeing the direct impact of the relationships you build.
What we offer
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Flexible approach to working hours
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30 days annual leave per calendar year (Pro-rata for part time staff) plus bank holidays
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Private Health Insurance (following successful probation)
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6% employer pension contributions
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Life Assurance of 4x annual salary
Our mission is to save lives and improve outcomes for people affected by primary bone cancer through research, information, awareness and support.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Policy and Public Affairs Officer at the British Liver Trust
Communications Team
Building momentum, Changing lives
The British Liver Trust is the UK’s leading charity supporting children and adults affected by liver disease and liver cancer. We advocate for improved prevention, early detection, and equitable access to care for all people affected by liver conditions across the UK. Liver disease is a public health emergency – it is the third leading cause of premature death in the UK, with deaths increasing by 400% over the past two generations.
We believe that liver disease and liver cancer are at a tipping point. By taking bold action ourselves and with others, we will start to shift that balance and seize this moment. We are looking for an experienced policy officer to support us on this journey and to directly contribute to change.
This is an exciting time for the Trust as liver disease is increasingly being recognised as a priority by the NHS and we have recently launched our new organisation strategy.
We are seeking a policy and public affairs professional to support existing work and support our advocacy with key stakeholders across the UK and to help improve outcomes and care for all liver disease patients.
The role
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Run the Secretariat for the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Liver Disease and Liver Cancer
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Support our policy development, including supporting our consultation responses
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Help secure parliamentary debates and speakers, and provide tailored and impactful briefings
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Coordinate political outreach to grow our pool of supportive MPs
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Monitor and horizon scanning
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Represent the Trust at external meetings to amplify our profile and policy messaging
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Work closely with colleagues in the communications, outreach, roadshow and fundraising teams to ensure policy is embedded across the Trust’s work.
The postholder will have the opportunity to influence change and improve outcomes and services for liver disease and liver cancer patients.
Policy and Public Affairs Officer
Salary £32,000 – £35,500 per annum
Full time 35 hours per week
Home-based with regular access to London and occasional visits to Winchester (HQ).
We offer a range of benefits for our employees, including:
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Life assurance 4x your salary starting from date of employment
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5% employer pension contribution, rising to 7.5% at 15 months and 10% at 27 months service (optional on contribution increase)
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Holiday buy-back scheme (up to 3 days per annum)
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25 days paid annual leave (FTE)
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BUPA health cash-back scheme; money back on everyday healthcare costs, 24/7 health advice line, employee assist programme, mental health support & wellbeing resources
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Cycle-to-work scheme
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Contractual sick pay offering up to five weeks’ full pay, dependant on length of service to support employee wellbeing
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3 days additional gifted leave between Christmas and New Year
If you would like to apply for the role, please send:
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a covering letter explaining how your experience, skills and knowledge make you suitable for the role, with particular relevance to the Job Description
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an up-to-date CV, including two referees
Closing date: 5pm on Friday the 10th of April
Interviews: to be held on Tuesday the 21st of April
Transforming liver health through increased awareness, prevention, improved care and support



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Purpose
Reporting directly to the CEO, you will lead and shape all aspects of the Foundation’s communications and brand strategy.
This is a pivotal leadership role within the organisation. You will act as strategic adviser on reputation, messaging and positioning, ensuring that the Foundation’s voice reflects both the urgency of the fight against MND and the powerful legacy of Doddie Weir.
You will steward one of Scotland’s most recognised charitable brands, protecting and evolving our public profile as we continue to invest in research, influence policy and support those living with MND.
About My Name’5 Doddie Foundation
Founded in 2017 following Doddie Weir’s diagnosis with motor neurone disease, the Foundation exists to fund research, raise awareness and support those affected by MND.
Since inception, we have committed over £19.5 million to research and a further £2 million in grants to individuals living with MND. We have helped catalyse national campaigns, foster research collaborationand build a movement united by one shared ambition: a World Free of MND.
We are at an exciting stage in our journey - growing in influence, impact and profile - and communications sits at the heart of that growth.
Key Responsibilities
You will lead the Communications function, working collaboratively across Fundraising, Research and Finance, and will be responsible for:
Strategic Leadership
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Develop and deliver a clear, integrated communications and brand strategy aligned to organisational goals.
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Act as trusted adviser to the CEO on messaging, reputation and stakeholder positioning.
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Ensure communications activity supports fundraising growth, research impact and policy engagement.
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Provide regular insight and impact reporting to the CEO and Board.
Brand & Reputation Management
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Protect and evolve the Foundation’s brand, ensuring clarity, consistency and emotional resonance.
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Develop internal brand guidance and champion high standards of communication across the organisation.
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Oversee crisis communications planning and reputation risk mitigation.
Media & External Engagement
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Lead strategic media engagement, working closely with external PR support.
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Build and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts and stakeholders.
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Translate complex research and policy information into accessible, compelling narratives.
Digital & Campaign Delivery
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Oversee digital communications strategy including website, social media and supporter communications.
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Ensure campaigns are creatively strong, audience-led and impact-driven.
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Analyse performance data (including Google Analytics and other KPIs) to inform continuous improvement.
Team & Supplier Leadership
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Lead and develop the Communications team, maximising contribution and performance.
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Manage agency and contractor relationships where required.
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Foster a collaborative and high-performing culture across functions.
Skills and Experience
Essential
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Significant experience developing and delivering strategic communications plans.
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Strong media relations and reputation management expertise.
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Experience leading teams and managing external agencies.
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Strong organisational and project management capability.
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Confidence operating at senior leadership level and advising executive stakeholders.
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Ability to analyse performance metrics and demonstrate impact.
Desirable
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Experience in the charity, campaigning or advocacy sector.
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Understanding of research communications.
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Experience of working in a high-profile or emotionally resonant brand environment.
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Digital content creation experience (video, graphic or website development).
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Experience of campaign or product management.
Personal Attributes
We are looking for someone who brings:
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Strategic judgement and credibility.
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Emotional intelligence and integrity.
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A strong appreciation for mission-led work.
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The confidence to operate independently while building strong collaborative relationships.
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A genuine commitment to the Foundation’s purpose and values.
Why Join Us?
This is more than a communications role.
It is an opportunity to help shape the voice of a movement, to steward a powerful legacy, and to contribute meaningfully to the fight against MND.
You will work directly with senior leadership, influence national conversations, and help ensure that Doddie’s vision continues to drive progress towards a World Free of MND.
We are My Name'5 Doddie Foundation and we're absolutely committed to our goal: A World Free of MND



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Are you an experienced fundraiser, skilled in crafting persuasive appeals and telling moving stories of impact and change? We have a fabulous opportunity for you to use your creative and organisational skills to make a difference to families in South London and East Surrey.
Our programmes include individual family support, domestic abuse recovery and a range of parenting and group work programmes to enable families to thrive.
The core of your role will be in generating funds from trusts, foundations and grant making trusts.
- Identify and research prospective funders aligned with Welcare’s priorities.
- Develop tailored, high-quality grant applications, expressions of interest, and monitoring reports.
- Manage a rolling pipeline of small, medium, and large grant opportunities.
- Lead on multi-year and restricted funding applications where appropriate.
- Ensure accurate tracking of deadlines and submissions using eTapestry (Blackbaud’s CRM/Supporter Management System)
- Work closely with CEO, Head of Practice and Business Manager to gather data, case studies, and outcomes.
- Translate impact data into compelling narratives aligned with funder priorities.
- Support development of monitoring and evaluation frameworks to strengthen future bids.
Salary: £41,771 FTE (pro-rata £25,062)
Fully remote working
Generous Annual Leave allowance
Longlisted candidates will be required to complete a full application form prior to interview.
Application closing date: 6 April 2026
Interview date: rolling interview
Please submit your CV and our short application form. Longlisted candidates will be required to complete a detailed application form prior to interview.
Our mission is to work alongside parents and carers to give children secure and confident childhoods and to enable them to thrive in the future.



About Adolescent Health Study
The Adolescent Health Study (AHS) (Registered Charity Number 1213337) is an ambitious new UKRI-funded initiative to establish a prospective, longitudinal population study that will generate a globally leading open science data platform and research resource. AHS aims to recruit at least 100,000 young people aged eight to 18 years from across the UK and to follow their mental and physical health and wellbeing over at least 10 years. It plans to collect data through questions and measures; to obtain bio-samples for a wide range of genomic and other high-throughput assays; and to capture linked data relevant to health and wellbeing from participants’ health, education and other administrative records.
There will be a strong emphasis on engaging with and involving young people, schools, parents and other relevant stakeholders in the design and delivery of the study, as well as on including young people that represent as wide as possible a range of backgrounds, experiences and characteristics. AHS will focus on enabling a wide range of research, including studies of the critical biological and social developments that occur during the transition from childhood to adulthood and the determinants of both mental and physical health and wellbeing in adolescents and young adults.
Purpose of the post
The Engagement and Involvement Officer will play a central role in supporting meaningful engagement and involvement of young people, families, schools and other interest-holders in the process of designing, delivering and ensuring the best outputs from the Adolescent Health Study.
Primarily, the postholder will be responsible for the stewardship and coordination of the AHS Young People’s Advisory Group (YPAG). The post-holder will provide ongoing support to YPAG members to ensure their active participation in opportunities to inform and shape the work of AHS. This will include working closely with the adults in the YPAG members’ lives, including parents/carers, teachers and other relevant adults or professionals. The postholder will also be required to build positive working relationships with other organisations and institutions that work directly with young people. They will support the Engagement and Involvement Lead to develop mechanisms to reach wider and more diverse groups of young people to take part in engagement and involvement activities at AHS.
This is a role that requires confidence, autonomy, enthusiasm and skill. The post-holder will be a strong advocate for children’s rights, have a sound working knowledge and understanding of safeguarding practices, and demonstrate experience of co-ordinating youth advisory groups, youth councils or similar.
Main responsibilities
Coordination & facilitation
- Plan, organise, and deliver regular meetings, workshops, and consultation sessions with young people.
- Develop accessible, inclusive and engaging materials to support young people’s participation in activities and discussions.
- Ensure robust mechanisms are in place to facilitate a feedback loop, communicating to young people the impact of their input.
- Ensure safeguarding, wellbeing, and inclusion are embedded in all activities.
- Lead on and maintain communication with young people, parents/carers (where appropriate), and partner organisations.
Support for young people
- Provide guidance, pastoral support, and clear information to help young people take part confidently and safely.
- Facilitate training and development opportunities to build young people’s skills, knowledge, and confidence.
- Foster an environment where young people feel respected, valued, and listened to.
- Manage mechanisms for reward and recognition of young people’s input and contributions.
Strengthen and enable staff team
- Strengthen knowledge and understanding of youth engagement and involvement across the organisation.
- Enable the wider staff team to plan and conduct activities with the YPAG and wider groups of young people, supporting the design of involvement tasks that are age-appropriate, inclusive, and aligned with best practice.
- Provide feedback to colleagues on how to maximise the impact of youth involvement.
Administration & governance
- Manage recruitment and onboarding processes for YPAG members.
- Oversee consent processes, data handling, and safeguarding requirements.
- Coordinate payments, incentives, travel, and expenses for young people.
- Maintain accurate records, produce meeting notes, and ensure timely communication.
- Support the Engagement and Involvement Lead to track, document and report on outcomes and the influence of young people’s involvement on projects and workstreams.
Continuous learning and development
- Contribute to the development of the organisation’s engagement and involvement strategy.
- Contribute to the evaluation of engagement and involvement activities and gather feedback from young people, parents/carers and other relevant parties we work closely with.
- Maintain an interest and working knowledge of best practice in youth involvement, participation, and co‑production.
- Identify opportunities to share learning and reflections with the AHS team and wider colleagues to continuously improve practice and processes.
Interest-holder and partner engagement
- Build and maintain partnerships with schools, youth organisations, and community groups to recruit and support young people to engage in engagement and involvement activities.
- Provide verbal and written presentations of engagement and involvement work with young people to internal and external audiences.
- Represent AHS in meetings, workshops and events where appropriate.
Knowledge, skills and experience
Essential criteria
- Experience developing and delivering engagement and involvement activities with young people and other relevant interest-holders (such as parents, families, teachers and schools).
- A proven track record or professional background in working with young people – such as in youth work, counselling, mentoring, education, or a related setting.
- Strong facilitation and communication skills, especially with young audiences.
- Understanding and experience of good practice in youth engagement and involvement, including the principles and implementation of safeguarding, data protection, and inclusive practice.
- Experience of co-ordinating a youth advisory group, council, board or similar structure
- Ability to work autonomously, prioritising tasks and manage own workload.
- Ability to design and deliver workshops, focus groups or meetings that encourage open dialogue and collaboration.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills - able to communicate effectively and confidently with a range of stakeholders and to summarise and report key information clearly and accurately, both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrated commitment to children’s rights, youth participation and the meaningful inclusion of young people’s views and perspectives.
- Confidence using online meeting tools (e.g. MS Teams, Zoom), and collaborative platforms (e.g. SharePoint, Microsoft 365).
Desirable criteria
- Relevant qualification in youth participation, youth work, community engagement or similar.
- Understanding of public involvement in research or willingness to develop expertise.
- Understanding of key concepts and challenges in young people’s health and wellbeing and the transition to adulthood.
- Understanding and knowledge of key potential partners across the UK for delivering youth engagement in the sector.
- Experience using digital engagement and facilitation tools for online sessions (e.g. Miro, Mural, Mentimeter, Canva, PowerPoint).
Dimensions
- This has been designed as a full-time role, although part-time work could be considered for the right candidate.
- Flexible working may be required across several geographical locations in the UK. Travel may be necessary to various AHS locations and partner organisations.
- Willingness to work hours flexibly including some evenings/weekends.
Additional Information
- Enhanced DBS/PVG or equivalent safeguarding check will be required.
Application Process
This post is subject to receipt of satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available). Please apply with a CV and a covering letter (of no more than two pages) explaining what you can bring to this role, and including your current salary.
The closing date for this position is midnight on End of Day Sunday 29 March.
Interviews are currently expected to be held during the weeks commencing 27 April and 05 May.
Equal Opportunities Policy Statement
AHS is an equal opportunities employer, and as such aims to treat all employees, consultants and applicants fairly. AHS is an equal opportunities employer, and as such aims to treat all employees, consultants and applicants fairly. It is our policy to provide employment equality to all, irrespective of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Beyond these protected characteristics, we acknowledge the importance of socio-economic background, childcare and caring responsibilities, educational background, neurodiversity, and any other factors that shape an individual’s identity and opportunities. We strive to create an environment where all colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to contribute fully.
Values
It is an exciting time for the Adolescent Health Study (AHS) as we establish our senior leadership team and begin to plan the pilot studies. As the senior executive team evolves, the AHS values will be grounded in inclusivity, integrity, accountability, and collaboration.
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Are you passionate about children’s safety and have the skills and experience to excel in this role and help reclaim the internet for young people? We would love to hear from you!
Breck Foundation
Breck Foundation is at the forefront of efforts to safeguard children and young people online. Our organisation was founded in 2014 in response to the tragic loss of Breck Bednar, a 14-year-old boy who was groomed and murdered by someone he met online. Our work aims to prevent this from ever happening again. Our work saves lives. We reach thousands of children and young people in schools and other community settings with Breck's story every year. Our talks and educational materials fill a gap in the current UK curriculum that otherwise leaves children vulnerable to online grooming and exploitation.
With 98% of young people now active internet users, current and future generations grow up having to navigate new and evolving digital dangers. We are committed to making the internet a place where children can live, play and thrive in safety. We are helping young people reclaim the internet.
The Role
We are looking for an experienced Trusts and Grants Fundraiser to support the work of the Breck Foundation on a freelance basis.
This role is offered for approximately two days per week, providing flexibility alongside the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the development of our fundraising function.
If you are highly organised, detail-oriented, and confident managing competing deadlines - and motivated by making a real difference in keeping young people safe online - this could be an excellent opportunity.
Working closely with the CEO, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering our trusts and grants activity. The focus of the role will be on researching opportunities, developing a strong funding pipeline, and writing high-quality, compelling applications that clearly communicate our impact and vision.
This is a collaborative role, with the CEO leading on overall fundraising strategy and funder relationships. You will support the delivery of that strategy through bid writing, pipeline development, and contributing insight into funding opportunities and direction.
There is genuine potential for this role to grow over time, as part of our longer-term ambition to expand and strengthen a wider income generation function.
About you:
We are looking for someone who:
- Is motivated by purpose-driven work and wants to make a meaningful difference to the lives of young people and families
- Is proactive, self-motivated, and confident working independently in a freelance capacity
- Enjoys problem-solving and managing a varied workload
- Has strong attention to detail and excellent persuasive writing skills
- Has experience securing income from trusts and foundations
- Shares our commitment to safeguarding and online safety education
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!
This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a charity with growing national reach and impact. Your work will directly support the delivery of life-saving education, innovative projects, and partnerships with schools, industry, and safeguarding professionals.
If you have a strong track record of securing income from trusts and foundations, along with the initiative, enthusiasm, and passion to support our mission, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Work closely with the CEO to plan and prioritise trusts and grants activity, ensuring a focused and strategic pipeline of funding opportunities
- Research and identify suitable trust and grant funders aligned with the Foundation’s work and funding needs
- Write high-quality, compelling funding applications and proposals that clearly communicate impact, need, and outcomes
- Develop tailored content for applications, including adapting core messaging, case for support material, and project information
- Support the development and refinement of a clear and compelling Case for Support, working with colleagues to gather relevant data and stories
- Maintain and manage a pipeline of prospects, tracking application deadlines and progress
- Provide regular, concise updates to the CEO on pipeline activity, submitted bids, and upcoming opportunities
- Collaborate with the wider team to gather information required for strong applications (e.g. budgets, project plans, impact data)
- Ensure accurate record-keeping of applications and funder interactions on the CRM system, in line with GDPR requirements
Experiences:
- Proven experience in trusts and grants fundraising, or a similar income generation role
- Experience of working towards income targets and managing relationships with a range of stakeholders
- Demonstrable success in researching, writing, and securing funding through high-quality applications and proposals
- Experience of developing project budgets and presenting financial information to funders
- Experience of using a CRM system to manage pipelines, analyse data, and report on activity
- Experience of presenting to or engaging different audiences (desirable)
- A track record of securing high-value grants from trusts and foundations (desirable)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong understanding of effective supporter care, stewardship, and relationship management
- A genuine interest in online safety and safeguarding, with a commitment to the mission of the Breck Foundation
- Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to produce compelling, persuasive funding applications tailored to different audiences
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with funders, partners, and colleagues with professionalism and sensitivity
- High attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accurate records and deliver work to a high standard
- Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a freelance capacity
- Confident in interpreting budgets, tracking income, and presenting financial information clearly
- Good IT skills, including experience with Microsoft Office and CRM systems
- Ability to work independently, using initiative to identify opportunities and solve problems
- A collaborative approach, with the ability to work effectively alongside a small, dedicated team
- Self-motivated, proactive, and driven to achieve results
Please download the Job Pack and in your cover letter, you should clearly show how you meet the required points under ‘Abilities/Experience’ and ‘Knowledge, Skills and Abilities’ as the short-listing decision will be based on assessment against these criteria. Where possible give examples.
We will be holding initial interviews before the cut off date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Purpose of the post
The Financial Planning & Analysis Manager will support the Associate Director of Finance to provide insightful analysis of financial trends and oversee the recoverability of funds.
They will coordinate the month-end process and work with Finance Business Partners to coordinate the quarterly forecast and the 2026/27 budget.
They will also act as Finance Business Partner to a number of teams, working closely with Budget Holders and external partners to provide effective management of resources and risk, and monitoring of quarterly partner reporting.
Main responsibilities
Financial Planning & Analysis element of role (60%):
- Coordination of month-end process: overseeing the month-end checklist and coordination of FBPs; production of monthly management accounts using JET reports
- Coordination of quarterly forecasting and annual budgeting across cost centres and funds: preparation of forecasting templates; coordination of FBPs; upload and review of forecast onto finance system
- Coordination of long-term (high level) forecasting across all cost centres and funds to end of current Core Funding cycle
- Oversee the cost recovery process of new and existing funds (overhead recovery and monitoring of funding gaps)
Finance Business Partnering element of role (40%):
- Work with Budget Holders to manage financial performance, forecasts, and budgeting including understanding financial opportunities and risk for the area of business partnership.
- Provide donor reporting and analysis as required to funders of specific programmes.
- Consolidation of quarterly partner reporting
Experience
- CCAB qualified with a minimum of 5 years practical experience in financial analysis or business partnering roles
Desirable
- Experience of fund management
- Experience of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
- Experience of JET reports
- Experience in the academic or scientific research sector
- Experience working with UKRI and/or Research Councils
- Experience of funding under Full Economic Costing (FEC) model
- Experience of managing stakeholder relationships within an academic or not-for-profit environment
Skills
- Excellent quantitative skills, use of Excel and finance systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively and confidently with people at all levels.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to handle sensitive issues positively
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment and to working in an agile, flexible and pragmatic way
- Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new environments
- Ability to lead and work as part of a team
- Ability to work autonomously and make decisions without supervision
- Ability to process complex information and present targeted messages to different audiences.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We’re looking for a part-time Trusts Fundraising Officer to contribute their skills, experience, and personality to add value to our Trusts team within the Fundraising department at Blesma, The Limbless Veterans.
This home-based role is now available due to the current post holder moving on to new pastures. The Trust team has had incredible success in recent years, which we are eager to sustain and grow. The successful candidate will provide support to the Trusts Fundraising Manager and work alongside a fellow part-time Trusts Fundraising Officer within this ambitious team.
The role is a varied one, focusing on all aspects of the funding cycle – from identifying opportunities and building relationships, to writing compelling applications and providing high level stewardship. The team works collaboratively across the Association to ensure Blesma’s programmes and services can continue to help limbless veterans and their families.
Blesma is unique as a membership Association as well as a charity. Our Members are the heart of all our work – therefore, the impact of our fundraising is clearly visible in the experiences of our inspirational limbless veterans.
If you’re interested, please read the attached Job Description and apply with your C.V. and a Covering Letter detailing why you’d be an ideal candidate for the role and how your experience and skills match those detailed in the Person Specification.
If you are uncertain about your suitability, apply anyway and let us decide!
We may close the application down early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Please read the attached Job Description and apply with your C.V. and a Covering Letter detailing why you’d be an ideal candidate for the role and how your experience and skills match those detailed in the Person Specification.
Blesma is here to assist its Members lead independent and fulfilling lives.



The Organisation
LawCare is the mental health charity for the legal sector, providing free, confidential emotional support and information to people working in law across the UK, the Channel Islands, and the Isle of Man. While our primary focus is on direct support services, we also play a leading role in advocating for improved mental health practices within legal workplaces and driving cultural transformation through education, training, and research.
Established in 1997, we have spent almost 30 years supporting legal professionals by offering a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space to talk, whether individuals are experiencing day-to-day pressures or more complex, enduring challenges. Our team of Champions, over 100 volunteers, and staff bring lived experience of the legal sector, enabling us to provide informed, empathetic support grounded in a deep understanding of the profession’s unique demands.
We serve all branches of the legal community, including barristers, solicitors, in-house teams, chartered legal executives, and business and support staff. From early-career professionals facing bullying or imposter syndrome to senior leaders managing risk, regulatory pressures, or professional isolation, we are a trusted and independent source of support.
In addition to our direct support services - including helpline, live online chat, and email support - we provide peer support and maintain a substantial, regularly updated online library of resources, including articles, personal stories, research, and multimedia content designed to promote mental health awareness and resilience across the sector. We also deliver training on mental wellbeing, management and supervision, vicarious trauma, and the new SRA workplace behaviour standards, and offer online sessions for legal workplaces and organisations to explain the support we provide.
By combining frontline service delivery with sector-wide advocacy, LawCare is uniquely positioned at the intersection of individual wellbeing and organisational cultural change. We are supported by a strong, capable team and a committed Board of Trustees, enabling us to continue making a meaningful impact across the legal profession.
The Role
LawCare is seeking an inspiring and values-led Chief Executive to lead the charity into its next phase of development at a pivotal moment for the legal profession. As the public face and strategic leader of the organisation, the Chief Executive will champion LawCare’s mission - ensuring the continued delivery of high-quality, confidential support services while strengthening its voice and influence across a rapidly evolving and increasingly commercial mental health landscape.
This is an exciting opportunity to build on strong foundations, guiding a respected and independent charity through a period of significant sector change. Working closely with staff, volunteers, funders and partners, the Chief Executive will drive sustainable growth, deepen impact, and help shape a more compassionate and mentally healthy legal culture for the future.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Impact
- Lead delivery of LawCare’s forthcoming strategy (2026 onwards), translating vision into measurable impact.
- Ensure LawCare sharpens its positioning and messaging in a crowded mental health marketplace.
- Balance direct support services, research, education and influencing work to maximise impact.
- Identify what the charity should prioritise and where it should collaborate rather than deliver directly.
External Relations & Sector Influence
- Act as the primary ambassador and spokesperson for LawCare across the legal sector in the UK, the Channel Islands, and the Isle of Man.
- Build and maintain senior relationships with:
- Professional bodies
- Regulators
- Law firms and chambers
- Legal educators
- Funders and charitable trusts
- Speak regularly at conferences, sector events, roundtables and award ceremonies. These are primarily London based, however, there will be occasions where representation is required across England, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man.
- Build alliances to influence policy, regulation and workplace practice around mental health and wellbeing.
- Position LawCare as the authoritative, evidence-informed voice on mental health in law.
Service Oversight & Quality
- Ensure the continued delivery of high-quality, confidential helpline and peer support services.
- Maintain robust safeguarding, confidentiality and data governance practices.
- Oversee volunteer recruitment, training and engagement.
- Ensure services evolve in response to emerging issues (e.g., stress, anxiety, workplace conflict, regulatory pressure, AI-related disruption).
Financial Sustainability & Governance
- Lead financial planning and sustainability, working closely with the Treasurer and Board.
- Manage relationships with core professional body funders and diversify income streams.
- Develop compelling funding cases and annual pitches to key stakeholders.
- Strengthen reserves and long-term financial resilience.
- Ensure strong governance, compliance and risk management.
- Support and work closely with the incoming Chair and a refreshed Board.
Research, Education & Prevention
- Build on the impact of the Life in the Law research programme.
- Promote preventative approaches for firms and educators.
- Strengthen LawCare’s role in vocational education and regulatory conversations.
- Ensure research informs policy influence and funding opportunities.
Organisational Leadership
- Lead, support and develop a small, experienced and fully remote team.
- Foster a culture of trust, collaboration, wellbeing and accountability.
- Provide clarity and reassurance during a period of leadership transition and financial strengthening.
- Ensure operational efficiency and effective use of technology in a remote environment.
The Person
LawCare is seeking a credible, strategic and values-driven leader with a deep understanding of the legal profession and the pressures shaping it today. You will bring senior leadership experience, strong commercial and financial acumen, and the ability to balance operational excellence with sector-wide influence.
An authentic and compelling ambassador for mental health and wellbeing, you will be an exceptional communicator who builds trust with ease. Emotionally intelligent, resilient and grounded, you will combine empathy with clarity and conviction, guiding the organisation confidently while remaining steadfast in your commitment to improving mental health across the legal community.
Essential
Professional Background
- Prior professional experience in the legal sector is required. Experience working in a qualified or regulated professional role is desirable.
- Deep, intrinsic understanding of the culture, pressures and structural dynamics of the profession.
- Senior leadership experience with responsibility for strategy, people and budgets.
Leadership & Influence
- Credible, visible and compelling leader with presence.
- Exceptional communicator - confident public speaker and strong writer.
- Knowledge of mental health systems, workplace wellbeing or addiction support.
- Able to influence senior stakeholders and bring sceptical audiences “on the journey.”
- A credible ambassador for mental health and wellbeing - knowledge of mental health systems, workplace wellbeing or addiction support.
- Comfortable operating at Board level.
Organisational Capacity
- Experience managing and motivating high-performing teams (ideally remote).
- Financial acumen, including budget oversight and income generation.
- Fundraising experience, particularly with trusts, foundations or membership bodies.
- Ability to balance operational delivery with strategic influence.
- Skilled at prioritisation in resource-constrained environments.
Personal Qualities
- Authentic commitment to mental health and wellbeing.
- Emotionally intelligent, empathetic and values-driven.
- Resilient and calm under pressure.
- Able to navigate sensitive conversations with discretion and diplomacy.
Desirable
- Experience within the charity or not-for-profit sector.
- Experience working with regulators or professional bodies.
- Understanding of research commissioning or evidence-led advocacy.
Further information
For further information about LawCare, the scope of the role and the person specification, please download the Candidate Briefing Pack.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please provide the following with your application:
- An up to date CV, with the details of two referees (we will not contact them without your prior permission).
- A supporting statement outlining how you meet the criteria set out in the Person Specification, along with your motivation for applying for the role.
Closing date for applications: Monday 30th March 2026
Preliminary interviews with Russam: Wednesday 8th & Thursday 9th April 2026
Interviews with LawCare: Week commencing 20th April 2026
We look forward to receiving your application.
