Senior Brand Marketing Manager Jobs in Birmingham

Gordon Moody is the UK’s leading charity dedicated to supporting individuals severely affected by gambling harm. Established in South London in 1971, we now operate specialist residential treatment centres across the UK, providing safe and supportive environments for recovery. In addition to our residential programmes for men and women, we offer relapse prevention, aftercare, and the unique Retreat & Counselling programme, which combines short-stay residential treatment with ongoing at-home support. Our holistic approach ensures seamless care, including support for friends and family affected by gambling harm.

Role Overview:
The Business Development Manager will play a key role in identifying and securing new business opportunities to support the strategic expansion of Gordon Moody’s reach. This role is essential in ensuring the continued delivery of vital services to those affected by gambling harm. The ideal candidate will have experience in business development, strong relationship-building skills, and a deep understanding of evolving funding models, including government, corporate, and philanthropic sources.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify New Business Opportunities: Research and identify potential funding sources, including government grants, charitable funding, corporate partnerships, and other innovative revenue streams aligned with Gordon Moody’s mission.
• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement strategies that adapt to changes in funding models, ensuring Gordon Moody remains competitive and well-positioned for future growth.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, trusts, foundations, and corporate partners. Develop a deep understanding of their priorities, expectations, and funding processes.
• Tendering & Proposals: Lead the preparation and submission of high-quality funding proposals, tenders, and grant applications. Ensure all submissions align with Gordon Moody’s strategic objectives and effectively demonstrate our impact.
• Market Analysis & Intelligence: Stay informed on developments within the gambling sector, funding landscapes, and public health policies to identify trends, challenges, and growth opportunities.
• Collaboration Across Teams: Work closely with internal teams (e.g., Finance, HR, and Operations) to ensure a coordinated and effective approach to securing new business opportunities. Align fundraising efforts with the organisation’s broader goals.
• Performance Tracking & Reporting: Monitor and report on business development progress, including secured funding, pipeline development, and impact metrics. Use data to refine strategies and improve future business development efforts.
• Ambassadorial Role: Represent Gordon Moody at key events and conferences throughout the year, promoting our mission and fostering new opportunities.

Person Specification:

Essential:

• Experience: Proven track record in business development, ideally within the charity, healthcare, or public sector, with a strong understanding of funding models, grants, and partnership development.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think creatively and strategically about new revenue models and sustainable funding sources in a changing landscape.
• Stakeholder Management: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with a variety of stakeholders, from government agencies to corporate partners and foundations.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively.
• Project Management: Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyse trends and data, using insights to make informed decisions and recommendations.
• Passion for the Mission: A genuine passion for making a difference in the lives of those affected by gambling-related harm, with a commitment to the values and mission of Gordon Moody.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of the gambling sector and its challenges.
• Experience in working with public sector funding bodies or philanthropic organizations.
• Previous experience in a fundraising, partnership, or revenue-generation role in the charity sector.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a driven and strategic professional to contribute to the growth and sustainability of Gordon Moody, ensuring we continue to provide life-changing support for individuals and families affected by gambling harm.

Marketing Lead

We are looking for a Marketing Lead to join a mission-led organisation, supporting a friendly and dynamic team.

This is a remote working role offering part-time hours. 

Position: Marketing Lead

Location: Remote (If located near Brighton the option of hybrid working in the office is available)

Hours: Part-time, 21-28 hours per week (flexible working considered)

Salary: £38,000 - £48,000 pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Close Date: Midnight Sunday 23rd March 2025

First interviews: In person on Thursday 3rd April 2025, near London Victoria station. Travel costs reimbursed

Second interviews: Online, Friday 4th April 2025 PM (this is a short, informal chat with some of the team)

About the Role 

We are looking for an experienced marketing professional to collaborate with the Company Board to create and refine the marketing strategy, ensuring alignment with commercial growth goals, overall strategy, and social mission. 

Key responsibilities and main tasks include:

• Marketing Management: Oversee and manage B2B marketing activities, including budget management, in line with the marketing plan. 

• Content Coordination: Work with the Content & Stories Specialist to manage messaging and communications across various platforms (website, newsletters, emails, LinkedIn). 

• Product Support: Assist the Product Team in aligning marketing efforts with product launches and activities. 

• Sales Support: Aid the Services Team in the UK and Ireland to prioritise and execute targeted sales and marketing activities (events, networking, outreach). 

• Market Insight: Develop sector knowledge and audience insights to inform strategic and tactical decisions through market research and analysis.

• Agency Management: Manage relationships with external web and design agencies, and potentially other marketing agencies. 

• Platform Ownership: Oversee marketing software and platforms, ensuring compliance with data privacy and measuring activity effectiveness, with support from the Digital Team and Data Protection Officer. 

• Reporting: Regularly report on budget and key metrics to the Company Board and support organisational measurement of sales and marketing effectiveness.

About You

You will have experience in a B2B marketing role, including communications and events, and managing a budget. You will also have experience of:

• Marketing software, such as Salesforce Marketing Cloud and Mailchimp or other equivalent platforms. 

• Market research and analysis to develop actionable insights.

• Supporting stakeholders within an organisation with sales and marketing activity.

About the Organisation

Join an employee-owned values-based Social Enterprise with a vision of a society in which people are enabled to thrive. As an employee-owned organisation all employees are engaged in the development of the business through a Trust Board, helping homelessness, health, and social care providers improve services by creating engaging visual tools and promoting collaborative ways of working. 

What you can expect 

• A purposeful, caring and inclusive team operating within an employee-owned trust 

• An opportunity to grow and develop yourself through your work 

• To be empowered to lead and self-manage with the support of a highly committed team around you 

• Opportunities to be involved in projects outside the scope of your role

Benefits include:

• Laptop and mobile phone provided for work purposes 

• Open to flexible working arrangements 

• Cash health plan 

• Generous pension scheme 

• Employee assistance programme 

• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rated for part-time) & additional days at Christmas

• Paid volunteering time 

• Opportunities for personal development

The organisation is committed to creating a happy, healthy, purposeful work environment in which everyone is supported and empowered to do their best work. We strongly encourage candidates of diverse backgrounds and identities to apply. Each new employee is an opportunity to bring in a unique perspective and strengthen the team, so they are always eager to further diversify the organisation.

You may have experience in areas such as Marketing, Communications, Marketing and Communications, Marketing Lead, Communications Lead, Marketing and Communications Lead, Marketing Officer, Communications Officer, Marketing and Communications Officer, Senior Marketing Officer, Senior Communications Officer, Senior Marketing and Communications Officer.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Join us as our Director of Fundraising and Marketing

Location: Sheffield HQ or Remote (UK-wide)
Salary: £43,235.28 per annum (+ £3,000 London Weighting, where applicable)
Contract Type: Full-time, 1-year fixed-term 

Are you passionate about inspiring change in the fight against climate change?

At Hope for the Future (HFTF), our mission is to empower individuals and communities to engage in meaningful conversations with politicians and drive bold climate action. We believe that through collaboration across political divides, we can create a future where climate action is central to decision-making in government and beyond.

We’re seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to join us as Director of Marketing and Fundraising for a 12-month period. This is an exciting opportunity to lead our fundraising and marketing efforts, ensure financial sustainability, and amplify our voice to drive change during this crucial year for climate action.

What you’ll do

• Oversee the charity’s fundraising, marketing efforts, and strategic partnerships to ensure financial robustness and sustained growth.

• Work alongside the rest of the senior leadership team to ensure HFTF’s financial stability whilst amplifying our voice and expanding our reach. 

• Deliver against our fundraising strategy securing sustainable funding from trusts, foundations, corporate partners, paying service users, and individuals.

• Drive HFTF’s brand forward, developing and implementing creative marketing campaigns to boost our visibility and engagement with diverse communities.

• Increase awareness and support for HFTF through strategic communications and partnerships.

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking an experienced leader with:

• Proven experience in fundraising and marketing, with a track record of driving growth and delivering results quickly

• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, with experience in engaging diverse audiences—from policymakers to grassroots communities

• A commitment to safeguarding our culture, strategy, and mission 

• A strong understanding of fundraising, marketing strategies, and financial management

• Passion for tackling climate change and inspiring people to engage in advocacy

This role is perfect for a strategic thinker who thrives on making an impact, values collaboration, and can bring energy, focus, and resilience to a well-established organisation during a year of transition.

Why join us?
 

At HFTF, you’ll join a passionate team dedicated to real change. We offer:

• A competitive salary with London Weighting where applicable

• Generous benefits, including 30 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), a pension contribution, and wellbeing support

• Flexible working arrangements, including remote or hybrid options

This is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference, lead our fundraising and marketing team, and contribute to the continued success of a leading climate charity.

Apply Now
 

Ready to take the lead in shaping the future of climate advocacy? If you’re ready to inspire action and help us make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you. 

• Applications close on Wednesday March 26th at 9am. 

Hope for the Future is an equal opportunities employer, we value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

Big ideas. Lifelong connections. One objective

National Retail Performance Manager (16 month FTC)

£70,000 - £80,000 plus

Reports to: Head of Retail Operations

Directorate: Marketing, Fundraising & Engagement (Trading)

Contract: 16 month fixed term contract

Hours: Full time 35 hours per week

Location: Location Home-based with extensive national travel (across England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland)

Closing date: 28 March 2025 23:55

This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found, therefore we strongly recommend that you apply early to avoid disappointment. If there are any changes or adjustments that would make it easier for you to apply. Please contact or 020 3469 8400 as soon as possible.

Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.

Interview date: First interviews 8th April at our offices in Stratford

At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.

Ranked 12th Best Employer in the UK by the Financial Times, Cancer Research UK is looking for a standout leader to join our Retail Operations team as National Retail Performance Manager. Ready to make a difference?

This is a pivotal national role, working across a diverse and complex retail network of over 530 shops, 40+ superstores, and a field-based team of circa 2,100 employees and 13,000 volunteers.

As National Retail Performance Manager you will lead with ambition - driving performance, income growth and brand impact across multiple income streams. Working alongside the Head of Retail Operations, you'll help shape and implement our long-term retail vision, aligned to our wider fundraising goals.

You will ensure delivery of KPIs, support proposition development, and align strategy across regions. Additionally, you'll inspire our retail field teams to deliver outstanding results and service

You will have Senior-level retail leadership experience across national multi-site operations with a proven ability to lead through others and deliver results against multiple performance KPIs. You will also need experience across Multi-channel/omnichannel environments as well as a full clean drivers license as this is role will require extensive travel across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

In return for doing an amazing job you will be rewarded with a competitive salary, company car and multiple other benefits (click above) including access to discounts to many high street brands and leisure experiences, a flexible working culture, strong staff networks and an amazing learning and development hub where you can gain qualifications and enhance your skills and learn new ones.

What will I be doing?

• Support the Head of Retail Operations alongside the National Operations Manager to develop and drive delivery of the retail strategy to support the 3 to 10 year plan and growth projections.

• Support the Head of Retail Operations to deliver the national income, expenditure and contribution budgets; and play a lead role in maximising cost efficiencies.

• Act as an ambassador for Trading both with CRUK and externally, by building strong relationships and working collaboratively with key departments and stakeholders

• Deliver income and contribution in line with Trading's 3 to 10 year plan, developing and monitoring key indicators for success. Enable growth through the expansion of the Superstore retail footprint and existing core chain portfolio.

• Lead on the establishment and management of effective systems that evaluate the performance of the retail chain. Monitor income/expenditure/contribution monthly against budget, as well as other key metrics

• Coach and mentor the Divisional Business Managers in order to develop skills and to support them in delivering their objectives

What are you looking for?

• Significant demonstrable experience of commercial retailing

• Experience of conceptualisation, development and implementation of strategy, working with multiple key stakeholders in a busy and complex environment.

• Strong strategic planning, budget management and analytical skills with the ability to articulate and understand complicated data

• Evidence strong leadership skills, inspiring and empowering team members to believe in the vision and direction of a role, its department and the organisation as a whole.

• A track record of successful field line and performance management through motivating and driving the team to consistently grow financial performance.

• Strong experience of managing multiple projects, and resource.

Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do.

Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination

Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism

Human: Act to have a positive impact on people

Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively

We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer.

If you're interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we'd still love to hear from you.

What will I gain?

We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals.

You can explore our benefits by visiting our .

How do I apply?

We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively.

Owing to the nature of this position, any offer of employment for this role will be subject to a satisfactory basic DBS check.

For more information on this career opportunity please or contact us at .

For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: , , , and .

Location

Hybrid – primarily remote with occasional travel to TASC’s head office close to Warwick University.

Salary

Up to £30,000

Contract

Fixed term maternity cover

About TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity

TASC is a national UK charity dedicated to providing independent and confidential support to the UK's ambulance family when they're struggling with their mental, physical, or financial wellbeing.

We’re seeking a Communications and Marketing Manager to cover maternity leave for a period of up to 12 months, to help us continue raising awareness of our vital work and the challenges faced by the ambulance community.

About the role

As Communications and Marketing Manager, you’ll play a key role in delivering impactful marketing and communications across multiple channels, with a key focus on digital engagement. Working closely with teams across the charity, you’ll ensure our brand is represented consistently and compellingly to a range of audiences.

Key responsibilities

· Working with the CEO to lead on and develop the corporate communications and messaging for TASC.

· Ownership of TASC’s social media including strategy and planning, impactful post creation, day-to-day management, external agency liaison, and monitoring success through analytics. This includes but is not limited to Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

· Ownership of the TASC website including the daily management using a CMS and its ongoing development. You will also liaise with website developers as required and monitor the website’s trends, successes and engagements via Google Analytics and Google Tag.

· Ownership of TASC’s email marketing which includes developing the content for monthly newsletters, stakeholder engagement on the platform and creating ad-hoc messaging.

· Own, develop and lead on TASC’s communications campaigns such as mental health awareness week and the National Ambulance Memorial Service.

· Liaise with TASC colleagues to develop resources and supporting materials as needed.

· Leading on TASC’s imagery creation including working with designers, developing illustrations, and working with photographers and ambulance trusts to generate new photography.

· Monitoring TASC’s online presence including dealing with any press opportunities and risks/issues as they arise, working with the CEO to formulate messaging, supporting staff with press opportunities, and writing and publishing press releases.

· Manage, prepare, and deliver TASC’s stalls at large trade shows including the Emergency Services Show, Ambulance Leadership Forum, and Mental Health Symposium. This includes stand resourcing and creation and liaising with stakeholders to take advantage of speaking opportunities.

· Share ideas, opportunities, and content with the wider TASC team for maximum usage across other channels where appropriate.

· Regularly monitoring online analytics for the website, social media, and email marketing, creating board and senior management reports alongside identifying any opportunities or risks.

· Working with the TASC teams to gather and create case studies, ensuring the relevant consent is obtained.

· Brand ownership, leading on its development in conjunction with the CEO and ensuring that brand guidelines are adhered to across all of TASC’s communications and collateral.

· Support at events across the country as required.

· Manage the budget for the Communications Department and sign off on any associated costs.

· Liaise with printers and suppliers to provide new literature and merchandise when required.

· Responsible for managing, developing, and designing all literature and ensuring this is within brand and clinically accurate with input from the wider team.

About you

We’re looking for a proactive, creative, and highly organised marketing professional with:

· At least 3 years’ experience in marketing, including a strong focus on digital communications

· Experience managing websites using WordPress and creating engaging content across social media

· Familiarity with analytics tools such as Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager

· Strong design and copywriting skills, with experience using Adobe Creative Suite and Canva

· Excellent organisational and time-management abilities to juggle multiple projects

· A collaborative approach and excellent relationship-building skills

· A keen eye for brand management and experience ensuring brand consistency across communications

A degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field as well as experience of working within a small charity or business would also be beneficial.

Why join TASC?

At TASC, we offer a friendly, inclusive, and supportive working environment where your contributions make a real impact on the lives of ambulance staff. This is a fantastic opportunity to use your skills to help a vital charity grow its reach and influence.

NO AGENCIES

We are seeking to appoint someone with a business and communications skill-set and a strong track-record of managing people. The successful candidate must be a strategic thinker with excellent interpersonal skills and have values aligned with ours. You will help us to further diversify our income streams and to communicate our work effectively to a diverse range of educators and stakeholders including government, Parliamentarians and the public.

Sex Education Forum was founded in 1987 and became an independent charity in 2021. We convene over 70 Partner organisations to make sure that the relationships and sex education (RSE) young people get is right for them and the best it can be. We train educators and share research with teachers, school leaders and policy-makers. We will soon be launching a new three-year strategy and have secured multi-year funding to further embed youth inclusion in our work. Having doubled our staff team over the last two years we have identified the need for a new senior post, which will be a cross-cutting role working closely with the CEO, enabling us to realise the ambitions of our strategy, and systematically development all areas of our business.

This is an incredible opportunity for an experienced business development manager, to bring your skillset to a thriving, innovative and highly respected leading national charity. This will be a rewarding role, with huge potential to grow your leadership skills and empower others and to make a difference to the lives of children and young people.

We are particularly keen to hear from applicants that reflect the diversity of educators and young people that Sex Education Forum seeks to support.

Funding has been secured which provides scope for extension of the fixed term contract.

About the Role:  

This post plays a key role in developing and delivering the strategy for major donors and gifts in Wills.  Gifts in Wills has been identified as a high potential growth area for our income over the coming years. The post holder will be responsible for the growth and strategic direction of both RDA’s legacy and major gift programmes.  You will design and implement a brand-new legacy marketing and administration programme and identify, cultivate, engage and steward existing and new major donor prospects, generating income and achieving ambitious targets.

Specific Responsibilities: 

Strategic Planning and Development 

• In collaboration with the Head of Fundraising, develop and implement robust strategies to secure income from major donors and legacies;

• Responsiblity for developing and implementing annual activity plans to achieve targets; 

• Engagement with the wider sector and monitoring of trends to maximise opportunities.

Operational 

• Lead on the creation of impactful collateral to attract new donors (major gifts and legacy pledgers) and retain existing donors and legacy pledgers; 

• Work effectively with the Fundraising Team and RDA teams to identify new opportunities for income growth; 

• Lead on building, updating and generating donor portfolios (both major donors and legacies) and income pipelines, reporting against Key Performance Indicators (KPIs); 

• Ensure all prospects have a positive donor journey, creating unique and engaging development plans to support relationship management; 

• Identify potential major donors and research other prospects with a likely interest in our cause; 

• Lead and directly manage a portfolio of key donor relationships, while maintaining accurate records, and growing RDA’s supporter database. 

• Support the excellent stewardship of major donors, liaising with RDA teams as required, to ensure donor objectives are fully met. 

• Lead on developing a special events programme for high value supporters and for promoting legacy giving; 

• Lead on the management of major donor and legacy fundraising content on MyRDA (RDA network web platform). 

Financial 

• Responsibility for the development of annual income targets in relation to major donors and legacies, in agreement with the Head of Fundraising and Director of Finance and Resources. 

• Process all incoming donations in line with internal procedures and ensure prompt and appropriate acknowledgement of all income. 

• Assist in quarterly forecasting, weekly and monthly reporting across a range of financial and non- financial KPIs. 

Other 

• Implement the Equal Opportunities Policy into daily activities; 

• Ensure compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations (2018) across all relationships, including data collection; 

• Keep abreast of key fundraising trends/issues and the regulatory environment around fundraising. Ensuring standards are set, procedures are followed, and issues addressed or escalated as appropriate. 

• Ability to travel and work evenings and weekends on an occasional basis. 

• Undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required in this post. 

Person Specification: 

Knowledge and Experience (Essential)  

• Experience of strategy development and implementation in major donor or legacy fundraising; 

• Experience of managing and developing relationships with existing and potential major donors, influential individuals and senior volunteers to inspire them to support the charity;

• Demonstrable success in proactively identifying, cultivating and recruiting new donors and soliciting new major gifts/uplifting gifts; 

• Experience of prospect research, formulating project and bespoke budgets to create proposals for high value donors; 

• Experience of coordinating stewardship and engagement programmes which underpin a successful high value annual gift strategy; 

• Experience of supporting senior volunteers, staff and trustees to maximise donor relationships; 

• Proven experience of meeting targets and deadlines, and ability to work under pressure; 

• Exceptional organisational skills with experience of managing multiple tasks and prioritising effectively; 

• Proven ability to work collaboratively across teams to achieve organisational objectives; 

• Ability to plan and report on activities; 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills; 

• Strong analytical and creative skills; 

• Experience of using administrative systems and Central Relationship Management (CRM) systems. 

Knowledge and Experience (Desirable) 

• Experience of reviewing and adapting plans; 

• Experience of working with volunteers;  

• Experience and/or understanding of working in a federated charity structure; 

• Previous experience of building or running high profile and professional events; 

• Some knowledge of working with disabled people. 

Attributes and Behaviours 

• High level of motivation; 

• Credible, with exceptional relationship development skills; 

• Organised with great attention to detail; 

• Collaborative approach; 

• Desire to give RDA supporters an excellent experience; 

• Empathy with the aims and values of RDA. 

Title: Digital Fundraising Acquisition Lead 

Location: Hybrid / with office attendance 1 to 3 times per month (Haywards Heath, UK)

Contract: Permanent 

Salary: c £36,000 - £43,000 per annum

About the role 

The Digital Fundraising Acquisition Lead at Sightsavers is responsible for leading efforts to scale online supporter acquisition. This includes leading global paid social strategy, leveraging data insights to optimize performance and reach, and will also focus on the continuous improvement of digital journeys for our DRTV (digital response TV advertising) programme, ensuring data-informed optimisation. Working in close partnership with global teams, external agencies, and key stakeholders is essential to achieving ambitious growth targets for our supporter base. 

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic planning of digital acquisition strategies, aligned with overall goals.
• Develop and execute the global paid social media strategy to acquire new supporters and maximise ROI, working closely with colleagues and media agencies.
• Optimise digital supporter journeys for the DRTV programme, ensuring seamless integration and high conversion rates.
• Collaborate with the Insight and Optimisation team to improve digital touchpoints, championing a data-led approach.
• Oversee the execution of digital campaigns, including creative briefs, media plans, and budget optimisation.
• Support other digital campaigns and contribute to broader fundraising strategies.
• Collaborate with creative teams to develop compelling digital assets, particularly videos.
• Set and manage targets and budgets, reforecasting based on performance.
• Analyse and report on performance, leveraging data-driven insights for optimisation.
• Communicate key insights to stakeholders and present results at cross-agency meetings.
• Ensure campaigns are strategic, accurate, and aligned with supporter behaviour insights.
• Apply the latest trends and best practices to identify opportunities for innovation.
• Challenge current practices to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Sightsavers is an international organisation with fundraising offices in various countries. Part of this role will be collaborating with colleagues in Ireland, Norway and Italy.
• While not a requirement of the role, there is an opportunity to support on content gathering trips in our programme countries.
• This is a specialised and involved role, and the above is not an exhaustive list of duties. Please see the Job Description for full details. 

About you 

As the Digital Fundraising Acquisition Lead, you will be an experienced digital fundraiser with a proven track record in driving growth through acquisition campaigns. You will possess exceptional relationship skills, enabling you to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including creative, media, and fundraising. 

Highly motivated and results-oriented, you will have a passion for supporter-centric digital fundraising and the ability to optimise digital journeys to deliver outstanding results. Your expertise will ensure seamless campaign execution and drive significant growth in our supporter base. 

Required knowledge, skills and experience

• Proven experience at a senior level in digital fundraising or marketing, ideally with experience leading paid social strategy and / or experience of working on digital journeys for Direct Response TV campaigns.
• Excellent understanding of individual giving and how to grow digital income.
• Deep understanding of digital marketing channels and platforms, particularly paid media. 
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex data to inform decision-making. 
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. 
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to lead and inspire others. 
• A passion for data-driven marketing and a commitment to continuous improvement. 
• Experience working with media agencies and creative teams to develop and execute effective campaigns is desirable.
• Desire to challenge norms and look for ways to improve established approaches to drive stronger results. 
• A champion of a supporter-centric approach and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Highly numerate with the ability to analyse and synthesise complex performance data. 
• A positive approach and solutions focused, with a collaborative and proactive attitude. 
• A commitment to equal opportunities for all.
• We value diverse experience and backgrounds, and a degree is not required for this role, however you will need to demonstrate relevant experience.

Closing date: 16 March 2025 

Next Steps 

To apply for this exciting new opportunity, please complete an application via our recruitment portal. 

As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Sightsavers is a Disability Confident Leader and qualified people living with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply. 

Everyone deserves a decent place to live – join Habitat for Humanity Great Britain as our new Director of Retail, and support people to find a safe, affordable home.

We’re on the lookout for an experienced senior level retail professional, with the energy and drive to

lead the successful introduction and expansion of our ReStore network, a charitable home improvement retail concept well established in the USA, Canada and Ireland, but new to Great Britain. This is your chance to take charge of a retail operation with a real purpose—helping families build a better future through safe and affordable housing.

You’ll be joining us at a really exciting time as we’re on an ambitious transformation journey, providing you with the opportunity to directly influence and develop retail expansion and impact in local communities.

Leading a high performing team of staff and volunteers who work collaboratively to generate resource and support for our mission, you’ll be responsible for sales growth and sustainability through strategic innovation, operational excellence, building brand awareness, valuable partnerships and community engagement.

If this sounds like it could be a good match for you, please take a look at the Candidate Pack on our website (Please see vacancies).

Please note: this role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK.

Job Description

Department:                      Retail

Reports to:                        National Director

Budget responsibility: Yes

Line management: 2 direct reports (Store Manager x 2) and an overall team of 13 when fully staffed (currently 3 roles staffed)

Location:                           Flexible/hybrid - home-based and with regular travel to stores, internal and external meetings.

About Habitat for Humanity Great Britain

Habitat for Humanity Great Britain (Habitat GB) is part of the global Habitat for Humanity Federation fighting global poverty and homelessness. We believe that a decent home helps to permanently break the cycle of poverty and allows families to achieve strength, stability, and self-reliance.

ReStore is Habitat for Humanity International’s unique, trademarked retail concept which was first opened in 1991 by the Habitat for Humanity affiliate in Winnipeg, Canada.  Today there are over 1,000 ReStores successfully operating across Canada, United States, Australia, New Zealand, Poland and Northern Ireland.

Job Purpose

To support of Habitat GB’s vision of a decent home for everyone, the Director of Retail is accountable for the successful introduction of a new home improvement retail store to Great Britain called Habitat ReStore, which sells donated home furnishings, appliances, and renovation materials.  Habitat has already successfully introduced ReStore to other parts of its global network, including in the USA, Canada and Ireland, with all proceeds helping us ensure more people have access to decent homes. 

The Director of Retail provides senior and strategic leadership for Habitat GB’s retail strategy, and for the entire ReStore operation. Key responsibilities include the planning, implementation, and monitoring of the impact of ReStore in Great Britain, such as income generation, brand awareness, partnership development, community engagement and outreach. The Director of Retail is also responsible for leading a high performing team to manage the ReStore footprint in Great Britain, and working collaboratively across Habitat GB, the international Habitat network (HFHI), and with external partners.

As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Director of Retail works to ensure the impact, sustainability, diligence and productivity of the organisation, including engaging in organisational transformation, within the framework of a robust people and culture approach. 

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities

Strategic development & leadership:

   Provide senior and strategic leadership for end-to-end retail operations.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive commercial and profit-driven strategy aligned with Habitat GB’s mission and goals. 
• Continue to identify and maximise the opportunities, revenue and profit presented by the commercial operations of Retail as well as volunteering, community engagement and other programmes, working in collaboration with colleagues in the Programme Delivery and Fundraising & Partnerships teams.
• Working collaboratively across Habitat GB, review the commerciality of the wider charity and develop commercial projects capable of delivering efficiencies and increasing income which create increased support for the charity’s beneficiaries.
• Work with the Director of Finance, Operations & Compliance and other colleagues to ensure effective and efficient commercial delivery whilst taking accountability for establishing and maintaining appropriate delivery frameworks and governance.
• Lead and empower all ReStore colleagues to maximise income and profit from all Retail and sources (including online) whilst ensuring that costs are contained within budget.
• Lead the development of a plan for expansion of future ReStores.
• Work closely with the Director of Programme delivery and other colleagues to design, deliver and grow community-based outreach programmes connected to ReStore.
• Design and implement effective strategies and processes for programme implementation, including resource allocation, scheduling, and monitoring of progress.
• Ensure programmes are accessible, inclusive, and culturally sensitive to provide the best possible support to target communities.

Leadership of ReStore operations:

• Retain an oversight of new and ongoing commercial operations, including sales, marketing, donations, pricing and operational excellence.
• Monitor and analyse external market trends and competitor activities (not restricted to the UK) to identify and accelerate sustainable opportunities for growth. 
• Support all ReStore communication and marketing using the charity’s comms channels, ensuring optimum strategy & planning, prioritising key areas of operational focus (including store opening, stock donations & volunteering) & shared annual Communications and Brand priorities.
• Develop and lead on building strong productive relationships with external suppliers including builders, designers, till suppliers, utility companies, etc. to ensure ReStore delivers on new store openings expectations and all stakeholder engagements.
• Oversee leasing activities including prospecting, negotiating, and ensuring execution of lease agreements. Negotiate terms and conditions that are favourable for our budget and needs.
• Coordinate property maintenance and repairs including shop renovations and fit out.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards in all commercial activities.
• Ensure excellent risk management, including the identification and mitigation of commercial risks, implementing appropriate controls and safeguards.
• Measure and communicate the social and environmental impact of commercial activities. 

External representation and strategic partnerships development:

• Represent Habitat in Great Britain and, where required, internationally. Work closely with the National Director and others on brand awareness, influencing & engagement opportunities, increasing visibility with partners, communities and other collaborators.
• Work collaboratively with the Fundraising & Partnerships team to support or lead high quality partnerships and strategic relationships.
• Work closely with other teams to ensure the development of high-quality proposals, propositions and reports which leverage opportunities across institutional and non- institutional prospects related to ReStore and contribute to our credibility as a trusted and impactful organisation.
• Be proactive in responding to external challenges as well as opportunities to raise the profile and impact of HFHGB.
• Ensure the organisation, its mission, strategic aims, services and products are consistently presented positively to relevant stakeholders. Act as an advocate for the organisation. Promote and enhance the charity’s position externally and develop and maintain good relations and effective networks with relevant stakeholders.

Performance management, reporting and monitoring: 

• Set ambitious yet achievable revenue targets and other KPIs, monitoring progress effectively, taking proactive steps to meet and, where possible, exceed financial goals.
• Work with the Senior Leadership Team to oversee the active management of the National Strategy through the co-development of a new Performance Framework for the organisation, ensuring it is robust, strategically aligned, and balances prioritisation and focus with innovation and adaptability. Represent relevant areas of performance in governance forums, including Board level.
• Develop and manage the Retail department's budget, ensuring cost-effective operations.
• Coach staff on their commercial acumen, to nurture the teams in how to make the best financial decisions at their level of responsibility.
• Work closely with the Director of Finance, Operations & Compliance to track performance, and contribute to high quality reporting, income forecasting and budget management.
• Measure and communicate the social, financial and environmental impact of commercial/retail/outreach activities.
• Lead and support report to external partners, donors and other stakeholders.

Leadership and management:

• Build and lead a high-performing and ambitious team, inspired to implement and grow the ReStore brand in Great Britain, with a core focus on positive impact in ling with our national strategy.
• Manage, motivate and develop team members. Ensure regular 1-2-1s are held, set individual objectives, encourage a culture of giving and receiving feedback, where kindness and ambition support the progression of people and plans.
• Lead the development of a Volunteer Management programme for ReStore in line with sector-wide and Habitat for Humanity best practice. Including recruitment, onboarding, training, experience, engagement and communications.  Ensure ReStore staff are supported to deliver outstanding volunteer management and build in regular feedback mechanisms.
• Working closely with the Head of People and others, support the ongoing development of a strong safeguarding culture throughout the organisation.
• Lead the development and monitoring of a safeguarding plan for all ReStore operations and programmes, including policy, protocols and training for volunteers and ReStore staff.
• Role model our values in line with Habitat GB’s inclusive approach to people and culture.

Organisational Leadership: 

• Support the National Director in leading the organisation to deliver Habitat GB’s strategy and vision, acting as a collaborative and supportive member of a shared leadership team.
• As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, provide oversight of organisational priorities, productivity, performance, risk and due diligence.
• Be an active leader across the organisation, collaborating effectively with teams, and contributing fully to organisational wide initiatives and opportunities.
• Co-create ways of working to enable an adaptive, collaborative and high performing organisational team.
• Deputise for the National Director when required and represent Habitat GB in national and international meetings and forums.

Person profile:

• Significant retail leadership experience, ideally within a charitable, purpose-driven or social enterprise environment.
• A proven track record of leading teams to success, driving sustainable growth and profitability in a retail environment.
• Skilled in building strong relationships with diverse types of external partners, donors, volunteers, staff and stakeholders to achieve business and community-focussed impact objectives.
• Understands relevant legal and compliance requirements, with a track record of successful management across a similar operational platform.
• Experience managing safeguarding compliance in a similar operational environment.
• Experience of working in a similar organisation, collaborating across teams and operating in a highly effective way across a diverse, networked structure.
• Significant and successful experience in senior management roles, encompassing strategic management and team leadership.
• Experience leading and managing teams made up of staff and volunteers.
• Strong budget and financial management skills.
• Experience developing, managing or engaging in community-led programmes.

Skills and competencies:

• You have excellent interpersonal, influencing and networking skills and can communicate with impact across diverse audiences.
• You are a strategic and entrepreneurial thinker who is focussed on increasing impact in line with Habitat GB’s mission.
• · You are resilient, able to lead positively in a role which carries significant responsibility and requires you to prioritise effectively across multiple areas of work, problem solve and demonstrate strong organisational and planning skills.
• You are a values-led leader, who demonstrates integrity, respect for others and a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
• You are an experienced manager, able to lead and inspire others, motivating team members to perform at their best with a growth mindset.

The role and responsibilities will be carried out in a way which reflects:

• HFHGB’s commitment to safeguarding children in accordance with the Safeguarding Policy.
• A commitment to HFHGB’s vision, mission, values and approach.
• A commitment to effective management of risk, by operating within the Charity’s code of conduct, policies, procedures and controls and by carrying out the risk management and assurance responsibilities of the role as set out in relevant Policy and Procedures.

Start your Habitat journey here…

The deadline for applications is 30th March 2025 (at 11:59 pm).

Habitat for Humanity requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguard our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work.  Managers at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of our code of conduct. The employment of this position will be subject to a satisfactory reference check and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

At Habitat for Humanity GB, we aim to build, develop and retain a talented workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, skills and experiences. We welcome and actively encourage applications from anyone who feels they’d be a good fit for our organisation, regardless of race, religion, colour, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, neurodiversity or any other protected characteristics.

Unfortunately, because of high volume of applications we will not be able to contact unsuccessful applicants. If you haven’t heard from us within a month of the application deadline, please assume that your application has not been successful.

We’d prefer to hear directly from applicants – we won’t be working with third party recruiters on this role.

Location: Any UK Trust office (Hybrid working)

Interviews: 26/03 over MS Teams

For more information, or to apply, please click 'apply now' to be directed to our website.

Here at The King’s Trust, our Employee Engagement (Corporate Volunteering) team provides a variety of engagement opportunities to our corporate partners including volunteering and taking part in many of our fundraising campaigns.

Our team has provided thousands of volunteering opportunities in the last year to our partners and whilst doing so, they have supported many young people attending our programmes across the UK. This role is mainly focused on organising opportunities and ensuring that at all times our volunteers have a meaningful experience with us.

This is a great opportunity to join our ambitious team to gain or strengthen your experience in volunteer management, project management, relationship building and working towards targets.

We’re looking for someone who is engaging, driven, highly organised and great at building relationships with stakeholders from all levels. It is essential that you have volunteer experience and of course, are genuinely passionate about supporting Young People.

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 Employee Engagement Executives? 

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 Employee Engagement Executives! 

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) 

Equal Opportunities 

Here at The King's Trust, we're committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We want to be an organisation that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion and sex. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can be themselves and do the best work of their lives. 

We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation and sector, such as candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.  

We’re a Stonewall Top 100 Employer and we are an employer that is Disability Confident. Our staff, volunteers and young people are supported by KT CAN (our Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network) and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 

Safeguarding 

The King's Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within the Trust, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants. 

A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

Req ID: 3408 

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Training and Support Worker to lead and support The Mason Foundation’s future growth and development by providing and delivering training to a variety of audiences.

As the Training and Support Worker, you will play a pivotal part in the development of our programmes and training, through sharing partner insight, understanding the latest evidence and landscape of workplace inclusivity and keeping abreast of other providers in this space. You will be required to travel regularly to deliver face to face training within the community, education settings and workplaces.

You will have a track record of working within learning, development, community engagement or similar, ideally with experience of supporting communities with additional needs.

You will be a strong, passionate, and inspiring facilitator, driven to deliver impactful training. You will be a skilled communicator, confident in using a variety of methods to engage and empower others from a broad range of backgrounds and settings.

You will be a team player and understand the need to work seamlessly in collaboration with multiple agencies including local authority, corporate and third sector partners, to help ensure high quality delivery of our services, to our communities.

The Training and Support Worker will need to embrace a ‘make it happen’ working environment, with constant dedication and a passion for making a difference as part of a committed charity, supporting disadvantaged communities.

In return, you get to work for a great, growing charity with like-minded people with a competitive salary.

The Mason Foundation is a national charity that supports vulnerable communities and individuals to live happier, healthier, fulfilled lives. Through our programmes we reduce inequalities, supporting those who need help most (low income, disabled, BAME/NEET communities).

The Mason Foundation delivers people centred services, projects, and training, through its specialist wellbeing and employment programmes including:

- ‘The Mason Mile – supporting inclusive, community led starting point physical activity centred around ‘1 Mile’

- ‘Propel’ - supporting young people with learning disabilities, into meaningful and sustainable employment.

- Bespoke Community Impact Projects – supporting and empowering communities to co-develop and deliver impactful and meaningful change.

All offers of employment are conditional upon you signing the contract of employment and:

· Two satisfactory references

· Proof of attainment of qualifications

· Evidence of your right to work in the United Kingdom; and

· If applicable, satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

The Mason Foundation is an equal opportunities employer and proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We positively encourage applications from candidates regardless of sex, race or ethnicity, nationality, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, or belief, marital or civil partnership status, parental or carer status, education, socioeconomic background, pregnancy or maternity, or any other characteristic protected under equality legislation. 

We are especially keen to encourage and welcome applications from people currently under-represented within the organisation, these include but are not limited to those from the LGBT+ community, people with disabilities, and candidates who are Black or People of Colour. Those with disabilities meeting the minimum requirements for the post will be shortlisted and reasonable adjustments will be made to ensure they are not disadvantaged during the interview process.