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Fundraising Manager
Organisation: The Outrunners Charity
Job Description
Job title: Fundraising Manager
Location: Hackney Bridge, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London (a canalside public destination less than five minutes from Hackney Wick station)
Salary: £36,700-£40,000 FTE depending on experience, pro rata to £22,000-£24,000
Hours: 0.6 FTE (3 days/21 hours per week). Office hours are 10am - 6pm with occasional evenings and weekends. Flexible working opportunities are available.
Who are The Outrunners?
The Outrunners are a running and movement charity based in Hackney, on a mission to empower young people through movement. Backed by an incredible crew of volunteers and partner brands like Nike and Moju, we help young people in East London to build confidence, wellbeing, health and leadership skills.
We deliver free, fun, sociable, youth‑led running and movement sessions for 8–18 year olds every week - during term time and holidays. But we’re about more than just running. We create space for young people to explore creativity and culture, go on exciting trips, access wraparound wellbeing support, and develop the skills and opportunities they need to shape the futures they want.
Over the past five years, we’ve supported thousands of young people and helped push greater diversity within the running world.
We like to do things differently - taking young people out of their everyday environments and into exciting new spaces, opening doors to opportunities they might not otherwise have access to. If that sounds like something you want to be part of… read on.
Our achievements
We’re a small charity but we pack a mighty punch. Our income has grown year-on-year since we became a charity 6 years ago - allowing us to expand our core team and move into office premises large enough to incorporate a Youth Hub. Last year we worked with over 1,150 young people through our school and communities programs, and this year we’re looking to expand our work even further!
To give you a sense of the kinds of work that we do, over the last year we have:
Hosted a free Girls’ Festival for 100+ ethnically diverse young girls, allowing them to try running sessions, creative classes and yoga experiences in a safe and empowering environment.
Hosted free training academies for ethnically diverse women and young people aged 16-21 to train for their very first half or full marathons! We offered physical, emotional and logistical support throughout their training journey and cheered on every single one of them as they ran either the Hackney Half or the London Marathon under the Outrunners name. Since programme launch, we have worked with over 250 people in our Academies.
Took diverse groups of young people to races and events, such as Hackney School run and Black to the Trails.
Offered personalised mentoring to several of our young people who were struggling with school or life.
Expanded the career horizons of young people by offering them a free work experience opportunity with our partner brands.
What do we want?
We are seeking an experienced fundraiser for a strategic and hands-on role who loves working in a small, ambitious charity and wants to help shape the next stage of growth at The Outrunners (current annual income circa £350k).
Reporting to the CEO, you will lead on income generation, with a primary focus on trusts and foundations, while growing a more diverse and sustainable income mix through corporate partnerships, community fundraising and individual giving.
You will translate the lived experiences, energy and impact of our young people and programmes into compelling funding propositions. You’ll support the CEO to build genuine, long‑term relationships with funders and partners who believe in movement, equity and opportunity for young people - and who want to be part of something fresh, joyful and youth‑led.
Does this sound like you?
A driven, experienced fundraiser who enjoys leading income growth in a small, ambitious charity and taking real ownership of results.
A strategic thinker who is also hands‑on – happy managing pipelines, writing bids and following up relationships day‑to‑day.
Someone who can translate impact, lived experience and data into clear, compelling cases for support.
A confident relationship‑builder who can engage, influence and inspire funders, partners and supporters.
Resilient and adaptable, comfortable balancing multiple income streams, deadlines and priorities.
Values‑led and trustworthy, with a strong sense of integrity, accountability and ethical fundraising practice.
Motivated by social impact and excited to fundraise for a youth‑led organisation rooted in movement, equity and opportunity.
Happy to occasionally work evenings or weekends for events, funder cultivation or partner activity.
Experience and skills we’re looking for
5+ years’ experience in fundraising, ideally within a small or growing charity.
Proven success securing income from trusts and foundations, including prospect research, high‑quality bid writing and effective funder stewardship.
Strong understanding of what drives successful grant applications, from alignment and evidence to storytelling and relationships.
Experience developing or contributing to diversified income streams, such as corporate partnerships, community fundraising or individual giving.
Ability to manage income pipelines and use systems/CRMs to track fundraising activity and performance.
Sound understanding of fundraising regulation and best practice.
Confident relationship‑builder with experience engaging funders, partners or senior stakeholders.
Strong storytelling and written communication skills, with the ability to combine impact data, lived experience and insight into compelling cases for support.
Excellent organisation and time‑management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines and priorities.
Collaborative and positive team player, comfortable working in a small, fast‑moving organisation.
Strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, with confidence working across diverse communities.
Desirable:
Experience fundraising for youth, wellbeing, sport or community‑based organisations.
Experience working with or supporting programmes for girls and young women.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Fundraising Strategy & Income Growth (with Chief Executive)
Develop and deliver a fundraising strategy aligned with The Outrunners’ strategic goals and values.
Grow and diversify income streams, with a focus on increasing unrestricted and sustainable income.
Create and manage an annual fundraising workplan to deliver agreed income targets.
Work closely with the Chief Executive on pipeline management, forecasting and income planning.
Regularly review progress, learn from outcomes and adapt approaches as needed.
2. Trusts & Foundations (Primary Income Lead)
Lead and manage a pipeline of trust and foundation applications, from prospect research to reporting.
Research, cultivate and secure grants aligned to The Outrunners’ youth‑led movement work.
Write high‑quality, compelling funding applications and reports.
Work closely with youth programme staff to gather outcomes, case studies and impact data.
Build strong, professional relationships with funders through excellent stewardship.
Develop approaches that encourage funder renewal, uplift and long‑term support.
3. Corporate Partnerships (Growth area)
Support the development of relationships with values‑aligned corporate partners and brands.
Identify opportunities for corporate grants, sponsorship, employee fundraising, volunteering and matched funding.
Shape clear and inspiring partnership pitches with cases for support that connect partner goals with youth wellbeing, movement and equity.
Work with colleagues to ensure corporate partnerships are meaningful, well‑supported and mutually beneficial.
4. Community & Individual Giving (Growth area)
Support the growth of The Outrunners’ individual giving base, including regular and mid‑level donors, working with CEO and Admin Lead.
Develop donor stewardship approaches that support repeat and long‑term giving.
Explore opportunities with local communities, supporter networks and high‑net‑worth individuals.
5. Impact, Systems & Compliance
Work with our Admin Lead to maintain accurate records across fundraising and income tracking systems (CRM).
Contribute fundraising content across our website, donor platforms and communications channels, working closely with Marketing & Comms.
Support the creation of impact reports and case studies that reflect young people’s lived experience ethically and sensitively.
Ensure compliance with fundraising regulation and best practice.
Stay informed about sector trends and test new tools or approaches appropriate for a small charity.
What’s in it for you?
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.
Supportive and inclusive working environment.
Professional development and training opportunities.
30 holiday days + all bank holidays (pro-rata)
Self-development days
Work-related travel reimbursement
Learning and development opportunities to fit your aspirations, including with some of our partner businesses
Working alongside aspirational brands
We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply for this role. The successful applicant will need to be subject to a background enhanced disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) before any appointment can be confirmed.
If you would like to apply for this role please share a copy of your CV and a covering letter explaining why you would like the role and how you meet the requirements listed in the job description. The covering letter should be no longer than two A4 pages.
If we feel you meet our requirements, we will contact you for an interview. Due to the high volume of applications, if you are not contacted within 14 days of submitting your application, on this occasion you have been unsuccessful. We will keep your details on file for any other suitable vacancies.
Please submit your CV and covering letter by Sunday 28th June 11.59pm.
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A well-established UK charity is seeking a Finance Business Partner to join its finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Reporting to the Senior Finance Business Partner, this role will act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders across Branding, Marketing & Fundraising business areas. You will provide insightful analysis, robust financial modelling and commercial challenge to support decision-making. A significant focus of the role will be developing and maintaining financial models to support income generation, fundraising initiatives, investment decisions and long-term planning.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded Finance Business Partner who enjoys working closely with stakeholders, translating financial information into actionable insight and influencing decision-making within a purpose-led organisation.
Key responsibilities are as follows:
You will:
What’s on offer:
QuarterFive are delighted to be supporting STEM Learning, a leading educational charity that believes every young person deserves access to high-quality education and career support, regardless of their background.
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, and as a member of the Senior Management Team, you will lead the organisation's fundraising strategy and team to secure significant, multi-year income from major donors, trusts and foundations and corporates. You’ll be responsible for expanding their funding base, deepening key relationships, and ensuring the organisation has the partnerships and resources to achieve its mission.
Fundraising has developed rapidly in recent years, with investment, board-level commitment and a growing team driving success. With strong foundations in place and a portfolio of high-value partnerships, there is an exciting opportunity to scale their strategic influence and deepen their impact.
We’re looking for a relationship-driven leader who will take an entrepreneurial approach to identifying opportunities for new funds and develop long-term, high-impact partnerships.
This is a hybrid but mostly home-based role, with monthly team meetings and occasional overnight stays at the N.England headquarters, and fortnightly attendance at the London office. All travel costs covered.
As Head of Fundraising, you will:
Essential skills and experience:
Desirable, but not essential:
Employee benefits include:
In the first instance, application by CV only and answering the two screening questions.
It is not necessary to provide a cover letter at this stage. If you have any questions or wish for us to be aware of anything relating to the working arrangements or contract, please add to the notes section.
Suitable applicants will be invited to a briefing call where we will discuss your relevant experience and we will share a detailed brief from STEM Learning's CEO. Full support with formal application will be provided.
Please note that it may not be possible for us to reply to all applicants.
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Job Title: Communications & Engagement Officer
Reports to: Senior Communications Manager
Location:Contracted to Breaking Barriers’ office in London, with some expectation of travel
Terms:22.5 hours per week over 3 or 4 days – open to flexible working arrangements
Contract:Permanent
Salary:£30,500 - £33,500 (inclusive of London weighting), pro-rata
Purpose of the Role
The Communications & Engagement Officer is a key role within Breaking Barriers’ Income and Engagement Directorate. It helps refugees find meaningful employment through communications and fundraising activities that maintain and grow relationships with partners, funders, supporters and relevant influential organisations and individuals.
The post holder reports to the Senior Communications Manager, and works closely with the Head of Public Engagement, Senior Digital Marketing Manager and Fundraising & Partnerships Officer. They also lead or participate in activities involving colleagues across Breaking Barriers’ teams and our refugee clients.
This role contributes to the implementation of our communications, engagement and fundraising strategies, and is closely involved in team planning – including input into operational plans and communications campaigns to steward and inspire key audiences.
The Communications & Engagement Officer is responsible for the planning and creation of day-to-day communications across our owned channels, with a particular focus on social media. They are also responsible for managing social media interactions and outreach, and for creating selected content for Breaking Barriers’ website.
The post holder helps the Senior Communications Manager to ensure that organisational content complies with brand guidelines. And they play a key role in data management – maintaining our multi-media asset bank and the storytelling data within our Salesforce CRM.
This role will suit a team player who is able to build strong relationships across Breaking Barriers to support content creation, ethical storytelling and impact. The post-holder should be comfortable in a fast-paced environment, solution-focused and creative, whilst having a good eye for detail. And, of course, they should have a passion for stewarding, inspiring and mobilising audiences through high-quality, engaging communications.
Key Responsibilities
1. Communications planning and delivery (60%)
· Work with the Senior Communications Manager to manage the communications calendar.
· Collaborate with colleagues across Breaking Barriers, especially the Income & Engagement and Services teams, to source content that reaches, engages, stewards our key audiences – including partners, funders and individual supporters.
· Plan, create and schedule written and multi-media (graphics, videos, photos) content on social media platforms.
· Plan and create or coordinate longer-form content, including case studies, articles and blogs.
· Contribute to the delivery of integrated communications campaigns that support income generation, brand awareness and positioning amongst key audiences.
· Support the continual improvement of our communications by monitoring and evaluating their own work and implementing recommendations.
· Support the development of communications, engagement and fundraising strategies and input into team planning.
2. Community and supporter engagement (30%)
· Manage and engage with our organic social media communities.
· Pro-actively engage with relevant organisations and individuals via social media, in line with agreed strategies.
· Help develop and manage our growing community of storytellers with lived experience of life as a refugee.
3. Other responsibilities (10%)
· Update storytelling data in the Salesforce CRM, and undertake other administrative tasks.
· Take responsibility for maintaining Breaking Barriers’ asset bank of photographs, videos and graphics.
· Advise and support colleagues on compliance with brand guidelines, and create brand resources.
· Represent the Public Engagement team at selected events, including photographing or filming key moments and activities.
· Support other teams with ad-hoc requests for communications support.
· Take a proactive approach to professional development.
· Take on other marketing and communications tasks as required.
Person Specification
Essential
· Demonstrable knowledge of and/or interest in refugee, employment or migration sectors
· Experience in a communications or fundraising role (this doesn't have to be in the UK)
· A demonstrable understanding of key communications and fundraising principles, whether through direct experience or study, and including:
o Understanding audiences
o User journeys
o Developing key messaging
o Audience stewardship
o Working with brand guidelines
· Experience of creating high quality campaigns or content to inspire or drive action
· Experience creating written and multi-media (photography/graphics/video) content for social media, websites and/or emails
· Strong copywriting, editing and proofing skills, and the ability to tailor content for different audiences and channels
· Excellent relationship-building skills, and confidence working with colleagues at all levels of seniority
· Ability to work on own initiative, take responsibility for work, and learn from challenges and successes
· A proactive and creative approach to problem solving and idea generation
· Comfortable within a fast-paced team and able to prioritise multiple projects
· Ability to pay close attention to detail, to maintain communications quality and accuracy
· Experience with administrative, team communication and workload management applications, preferably including the Microsoft Office 365 suite.
· Experience with one or more of the following:
o Design tools such as Canva
o Photography and film editing
o Website CMS software
o Email broadcast platforms
o Social media scheduling platforms
Desirable
· Lived Experience of Breaking Barriers’ cause
· Experience using Salesforce, or another CRM system
· Knowledge of GDPR and data protection principles as they apply to communications and fundraising
· Experience of monitoring and evaluating communications or fundraising activities
Other considerations:
· Breaking Barriers is committed to protecting an adult’s right to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect and for their views, wishes and beliefs to be fully taken into account when deciding action.
· We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief.
· Breaking Barriers particularly welcomes applicants with experience of seeking asylum and/or a refugee background.
As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, we are committed to offering an accessible recruitment process and guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role.
Breaking Barriers exists so that every refugee can access meaningful employment and build a new life.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Head of Communications (Job Share)
Location: Remote
Salary: £19,160 - £21,424 per annum
Vacancy Type: Permanent
2–3 days per week (flexible, subject to agreement)
Please note that the salary has been calculated on a pro-rata basis, reflecting the role's two-day-per-week working pattern.
Join us - transform lives, change minds
We are a leading social justice charity supporting people to recover from addiction and leave behind crime - helping them move on in life with family, friends, jobs, homes, and a sense of belonging. Working in over 80 prison and community settings across England and Wales, we support more than 40,000 people each year to achieve lasting, transformational change.
Alongside frontline local delivery, we are driving change nationally - challenging stigma, influencing policy, and creating a society that believes in second chances and long-term recovery.
The opportunity
We are looking for an exceptional communications leader to join us in a job share Head of Communications role, working alongside an experienced colleague to shape and deliver a high-impact, organisation-wide communications strategy.
This is a unique opportunity to lead high-profile national campaigns, strengthen our voice across the media and digital landscape, and ensure our people - over 900 staff across the country, many with lived experience - remain connected, engaged, and inspired by our mission.
What you’ll lead
You will play a central role in amplifying our impact and growing our influence, including:
Why this role matters
This role sits at the heart of how we influence change - shaping how we tell our story, how we reach people who need support, and how we mobilise public and political will.
You’ll help ensure our communications are not only compelling, but impactful - supporting service delivery, influencing systems, and ultimately helping more people rebuild their lives.
Who we’re looking for
We want a dynamic, values-driven communications professional who can operate both strategically and ‘hands-on’. You will:
What we offer
If you’re ready to use your communications expertise to drive real social change, we’d love to hear from you.
About Us
We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community.
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.