Trust manager jobs in cheshire west and chester, cheshire

Trust and Foundations Manager  £38,250 Full time remote

Are you passionate about securing funding that transforms girls' lives? We're looking for a strategic and organised Trusts and Foundations Manager to maintain and expand our trusts and foundations portfolio at GFS. You'll lead the full fundraising lifecycle from prospect research and compelling application writing to grant management, reporting and stewardship, while embedding our fundraising strategy and building values-aligned partnerships. 

About Girls Friendly Society 

Established in 1875, GFS is one of the oldest UK registered charities working to support girls and young women. We believe in challenging gender inequality by empowering girls and young women. We achieve this by providing groups and opportunities for girls and young women to build friendships, gain confidence, and learn that they are unstoppable. We deliver a programme of activities designed to develop socio-emotional skills such as confidence, self-esteem, emotional wellbeing, and resilience, and recruit and train women volunteers to run those activities in a space designed for girls and young women. We prioritise working in areas of disadvantage. 

Why Join Us? 

At GFS, we believe in creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where our team can thrive. As part of our organisation, you'll enjoy: 

•  Remote working with annual in-person opportunities to connect with colleagues
• 25 days annual leave (pro rata), plus bank holidays 
• Long service leave after two years 
• GFS Pension Scheme with 7.5% employer contribution 
• We embrace flexible working and support our employees to work in ways that suit their individual circumstances and responsibilities.   
• 24-hour access to Employee Assistance Programme 
•  Annual EDI Learning Days 
• Study time and personal training budget to support your professional development 

 Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion 

GFS is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from marginalised communities including Black, Asian and minoritised ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ individuals, disabled people, and those from underrepresented groups. 

As part of our commitment to equitable recruitment, we guarantee interviews for candidates from marginalised communities who meet the essential criteria for the role. We are also committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace. If you require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure an accessible and inclusive process. 

Key Dates 

• Closing date:  Noon, Tuesday 4th November 2025 

• First Stage Interviews: Tuesday 18th and Wednesday 19th November 2025 

• Second Stage Interviews: Wednesday 26th November 2025 

The Initiatives and Partnerships Manager plays a key role in the Trust’s Initiatives and Partnerships Team. The post holder will support the development and implementation of the Trust’s projects, manage team members and on occasion support external and partnership projects. Our work is varied, ranging from early-stage feasibility planning, partnership development, fundraising, business planning and design development, as well as supporting our conservation team who lead construction phase oversight. 

This role builds on the successes of the Trust’s longstanding Regeneration programme, which has undertaken pioneering Regeneration projects addressing some of our most pressing conservation needs, as well as developing new operating models for some of the churches in our care. The job will support our regional teams in developing and implementing projects to deliver a range of conservation, social and regeneration benefits; with the balance of each responding to local need, demand and opportunity.

In addition, it encompasses the work undertaken to develop new commercial income opportunities. Examples are our groundbreaking Champing™ initiative, as well as others such as filming, and other commercial partnerships.

We have recently published our TRUST values, which outline the behaviours and expectations that act as our foundations at CCT. We have attached the pack, outlining each value, which we will also be using as part of our shortlisting and interview process to find the right candidates that align with our values.

Would you like to work in a forward-looking, agile, innovative, faith-based charity? One where you can bring your current skills and experience and develop your career through our global training partner.

From its humble beginnings, ICC has become a trusted advocate and innovative leader in providing compassionate care for children with disabilities. For over 30 years, thousands of vulnerable children’s lives have been transformed by the essential services we provide.

Within China’s ever-changing social landscape, ICC’s nurturing care is modelling a new standard of support and empowerment for children with disabilities. Our dedicated team of therapists, special educators, social workers, vocational trainers and medical staff work tirelessly to help children live with hope, dignity and opportunity.

Main purpose of the role 
As our Fundraising Manager, you will be responsible for the development and delivery of our fundraising strategy, working closely with the Executive Director, the Finance Team, the Insight Fundraising Officer and the Trust and Foundations consultants. The Fundraising Manager will develop existing income streams and strengthen stakeholder and supporter engagement. As Fundraising Manager, you’ll work closely with other global team members to review and implement our fundraising strategy in line with our strategic goals. 

Main Responsibilities: 

1. Play a leading role in the development and delivery of ICC’s fundraising strategy and the success of direct marketing, telemarketing and online campaigns to generate cash, regular giving and Gift Aid. 
2. Plan, research and implement all aspects of direct marketing aimed at acquiring and retaining new and existing supporters. 
3. Establish a robust donor stewardship strategy, building strong relationships with existing  and potential donors and increasing donor retention and engagement 
4. Lead on the cultivation and stewardship of partnerships with churches. 
5. To manage the direction and relationship with our Trust and Foundation consultants by collaborating in the research, writing and submitting targeted Trust applications and report on grants awarded. 
6. Work with the team to support the legacy giving strategy, to maximise long-term income. 
7. To have oversight of the in-house CRM database (Microsoft D365). Work with the team to develop competency in the effective use of our CRM database as part of our donor stewardship and reporting structure. 
8. To assist and promote ICCs presence at fundraising and other events.
9. Manage the ongoing development and implementation of a regular giving strategy and donor care to reduce attrition rates. 
10. Regularly monitor and evaluate direct marketing campaigns, Trust fundraising, recurring giving and legacy fundraising, provide results and feed the learning back into the organisation. 
11. To keep abreast of key issues and best practices within the direct marketing/fundraising sector. 
12. Ensure fundraising practices comply with GDPR, the Data Protection Act and the Code of Fundraising Practice. 
13. Undertake additional duties as requested. 
14. Line manage the Insight Fundraising Officer and lead our Trusts and Foundations partner.

Fundraising Campaigns and Events 

1. Plan, coordinate, and manage our annual fundraising event. 
2. Support the Executive Director on other events. 
3. Project manage our newsletter and appeal campaigns. 

Safeguarding Statement

International China Concern is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults in all our programmes and operations. We expect all staff, volunteers, and partners to uphold this commitment and adhere to our safeguarding policies and procedures.

All staff play a critical role in ensuring that safeguarding is embedded within the organisation. This includes promoting a culture of safety, ensuring child protection risks are identified and mitigated, and supporting staff and partners to uphold safeguarding standards.

Pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with safer recruitment practices, including criminal record checks, reference verification, and assessment of suitability to work with children. The successful candidate will be required to complete safeguarding training and demonstrate a strong understanding of child protection principles, particularly in international and cross-cultural contexts.

We operate a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and exploitation. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility, and we are committed to continuous learning and improvement to ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child we serve.

We together are: 

Filled with FAITH, Moved with a heart of COMPASSION, Connected by a Spirit of  COLLABORATION, Leading through INNOVATION, Serving with PROFESSIONALISM

Our preference is for a full-time candidate working remotely. However, we are willing to consider applications from exceptional candidates who would only be interested in working part-time or as part of a job share.

For the full person spec and job description, please refer to the attachment below.

This is your opportunity to make a difference to everyone affected by womb cancer - now and in the future. Your work with Peaches could save lives.

Peaches Womb Cancer Trust is looking for an experienced Marketing and Communications Manager who is passionate about developing accessible and relevant assets that reach all current and future stakeholders of our charity. This is a hands-on, creative role that would suit someone passionate about social media, marketing, and making a difference in the lives of others.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with prior experience in marketing and communications to enhance their skills in the charity sector and help raise awareness of womb cancer, and Peaches, with all audiences within a brilliant organisation!

You will undertake a wide range of marketing and communications activities and have an opportunity to inform our direction of travel. The role is part time, working remotely with a requirement to attend regular team meetings in the Greater Manchester area. 

It is crucial that anyone at risk of, living with and living beyond womb cancer has a clear understanding of Peaches’ mission, vision and support. In this role, you will develop our marketing and communications strategy; planning and implementing tailored activity. You will be responsible for growing the online presence of Peaches Womb Cancer Trust and deepening engagement with stakeholders, ensuring our message reaches the right audiences in the most effective ways. You will also have prime responsibility for managing our social media channels, creating digital content and campaigns that raise awareness, promote fundraising and share the stories of those we support.

You will work closely with our Clinical Nurse Specialist and Operations Executive and will be responsible for ensuring that we have the assets and materials we need to achieve maximum sustainable impact for the charity. You will work within our branding guidelines and budget to build upon our previous assets and materials, increasing engagement across all platforms including the media. You will also work with national and international partners on joint campaigns, press releases and events. This is a varied and exciting role. There’s never a dull moment at Peaches!

We’re Hiring: Corporate and Philanthropy Fundraising Manager
UK (Remote) | Full-time | £40,000
Apply by: Monday 27th April 2025

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

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

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

In this pivotal role, you’ll:

✨Develop and grow relationship building and stewardship strategies and programmes for existing business and major donor supporters.

✨ Manage existing corporate relationships and major donors with a view to deepen engagement and develop levels of support.

✨  Grow and sustainably increase income from existing corporate partners and major donors.

✨Use the charity’s CRM to manage relationships and record key information.

✨  Develop a strategy and programme for identifying and securing the support of new businesses and potential major donors.

✨  Implement the strategy by proactively identifying, approaching and securing new corporate relationships in line with the Charity’s corporate and philanthropy strategy.

✨Create and deliver compelling proposals and pitches to prospective new corporate and major donor supporters.

✨Manage the pipeline through the charity’s CRM and record/update key information as required.

✨  Work to continue the development of a strong, person-centred, empathetic, supportive and inclusive culture at Cerebra.

✨  Build on excellent relationships between different teams and directorates for each other’s and Cerebra’s overall strategic goals and objectives.

✨  Collaborate across departments to align partner activity with service delivery and communications.

✨  Contribute to strategic, organisational and cultural development.

✨  Champion innovation, growth mindset and learning from failure.

✨  Working with the team and Director to set income and expenditure budgets for Corporate, Philanthropy, Legacy and Trust & Foundations.

✨  Monitoring and reporting on income and expenditure and KPIs throughout the year.

✨ Providing quarterly income and expenditure re-forecasts.

✨ Ensuring all relevant information is recorded in line with charity, fundraising and data legislation and best practice.

✨Provide effective, remote line management, support and performance management to direct reports to help them maximise their potential and effectiveness.

✨Provide practical and person coaching support to the Legacy and Trusts & Foundations fundraisers.

✨ Ensure there is a continual culture and focus on learning and development and wellbeing.

You bring:

✅   Proven experience in corporate account management of corporate partners.

✅   Strong track record of delivering income growth and a demonstrable commercial mindset.

✅   Excellent stakeholder management skills.

✅   Excellent communication and presentation skills.

✅   Passion for the charity sector and a commitment to Cerebra’s mission, culture and values.

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

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

Interviews:

• Online (Teams): Week commencing 3rd November 2025
• 2nd Stage: Week commencing 10th November 2025

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

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

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

We are looking for an experienced National Operations Manager, to manage the StreetDoctors operational delivery, quality standards and to support the organisation's strategic development to become a high performing organisation.

We are an award-winning national charity which trains over 17,000 young people affected by street violence each year in emergency first-aid through a team of 250 healthcare volunteers and youth workers. We empower young people with the skills to become part of the solution to violence by developing the skills and confidence to save lives and increasing their understanding of the medical and psychological consequences of violence.

As the StreetDoctors lead for operational delivery, the role will manage and develop the organisation's delivery capacity and implement new innovative national projects. The role will ensure the organisation's performance is managed, achieves the targets and is fit for the future. The key areas of focus include:

• Delivery & Quality Standards: To ensure the quantity and quality of training sessions and projects are nationally consistent, meet the required targets and new opportunities are maximised.

• Relationship Management: To create, develop and maintain partnerships with a range of organisations including, funders, commissioners, community organisations, criminal justice organisations, education providers and youth organisations. 

• Volunteer & Staff Management: To support the development and management of an engaged high performing staff & volunteer delivery team and ensure the volunteering journey is effective and provides the best volunteering experience possible.

At StreetDoctors we believe diversity supports innovation and creativity. We are committed to equality of opportunity, being inclusive, and being representative of the people we are here to support. We would therefore encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds.

Are you a passionate and driven fundraiser looking to make a real impact? We’re seeking an inspiring Fundraising Manager to lead on developing and delivering an ambitious fundraising strategy that will fuel transformational projects and change lives.

In this exciting role, you’ll shape and deliver a diverse fundraising programme, spanning individual giving, legacies and alumni engagement, major donors, community fundraising, corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations, and digital campaigns.

You’ll be at the heart of our mission, combining strategic vision, creative energy, and relationship-building skills to secure sustainable income for our charity and to help us reach our incredible £13 million capital appeal goal for Project Learn Hive.

Leading and mentoring our Grants & Fundraising Officer, you’ll ensure effective and inspiring fundraising activity across all areas of our organisation, including Petty Pool, Autism Practical Support, and The Ground Up Project. Working collaboratively with our marketing, communications, operations, and governance teams, you’ll nurture meaningful connections with supporters, donors, alumni, executors, and solicitors who share our vision.

This is your opportunity to play a pivotal role in growing our impact, ensuring we maximise fundraising potential while upholding the highest ethical and professional standards.

If you’re ready to bring passion, innovation, and purpose to your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you.

The postholder will also manage a Grants & Fundraising Officer, ensuring effective fundraising through trusts, foundations, and grants across the organisation, (Petty Pool, Autism Practical Support and The Ground Up Project).  They will work closely with colleagues across marketing, communications, operations, and governance to build strong relationships with supporters, donors, alumni, executors, and solicitors.

The role will ensure Petty Pool maximises fundraising income while honouring donor intentions and maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

About the role

Kids Cancer Charity have been supporting children affected by cancer from all over the UK since 1989.  Life changes when a child is diagnosed with cancer, every aspect of their life and that of their family is thrown into turmoil.  We offer support through our care breaks and Play Therapy during treatment and beyond.

We are looking for a passionate, talented Trusts and Foundations Manager to join our ambitious, successful Fundraising team that has been growing year-on-year since 1989 as we approach our new fundraising strategy.

Role summary and purpose

This role is responsible for managing and developing the charity’s portfolio of Trusts and Foundations, securing significant gifts and growing the long-term potential of this portfolio.  There are no direct reports, however the successful candidate will be expected to work closely with the General Manager, to build and develop cases for support to help fund our much-needed work.

The successful candidate will utilise their expert writing skills to shape those cases for support into compelling, high-quality proposals and reports.

Building relationships with a wide range of audiences including funders is key. Inspiring them to support families affected by cancer across the UK.

A dynamic, self-motivated, ambitious and pro-active fundraiser is required for this role, demonstrating enthusiasm for the projects and services we are seeking funds to support.

About you

The ideal candidate for this role will have experience and a proven track record of successful income generation and delivering against targets.

You will have demonstratable experience in researching potential Trust funders, submitting compelling proposals, securing funding and project managing successful bids through to completion of the grant award.

You will also have a background in report writing and demonstrating grant impact whilst being able to build relationships with funders, individual/major donors and senior stakeholders.

Experience of providing excellent supporter care, building mutually beneficial long-term relationships with funders is a must for this role.

Key responsibilities

Research and process management

· Work closely with our General Manager and fundraising team to fully understand our work, and the costs of delivering our work.

· Build strong cases for support, ensuring that you have all the information needed to create compelling proposals and reports for high and mid-value funders.

· Research and identify prospective trusts and foundations and other grant giving bodies.

· Grow and maintain a strong trust funding pipeline, creating new trust prospects for our priority funding areas.

· Develop our long-term trusts and foundations strategy and agree ongoing budgets and targets for this income stream.

· Maintain accurate records including tracking and analysing opportunities, results, and outcomes.

Fundraising 

· Identify and manage a pipeline of high-value prospects and opportunities which have the potential to deliver five- and six-figure grants.

.         Oversee the Trusts Team in delivering to develop and deliver persuasive and timely funding applications.

· Develop relationships with staff members and other key stakeholders across the charity maximising every opportunity for cultivation and development.

· Plan and organise opportunities for funders to view Kids Cancers Charity’s work first-hand, ensuring all safeguarding procedures are followed and met.

Reporting

· Compile comprehensive and compelling progress reports to feed back to grant makers in a timely fashion and incentivise continued support.

· Alongside the General Manager prepare accurate budgets detailing spending of specific grants.

· Draw down on any multi-year grants as outlined in our annual budget.

· Provide briefing notes and income pipeline on donor activities and potential funding opportunities.

The Trusts Fundraising Manager will be responsible for leading, developing and growing the fledgling trusts fundraising programme, securing income from new and existing supporters, and working across the organisation to develop compelling applications and to demonstrate the impact of our work.

Job purpose  

To lead on fundraising from trusts and foundations to deliver and grow long-term, sustainable income

Key responsibilities  

• Lead on the development and delivery of the trusts fundraising strategy to generate agreed annual targets in line with DCC’s plans. 
• Be the charity’s expert in trust fundraising, advising other departments on work relating to this area. 
• Focus on new business, implementing systems, tools and procedures to proactively identify new funders. 
• Develop and enhance relationships with existing supporters, delivering first-class stewardship and securing repeat support as appropriate. 
• Lead on the development of creative, inspiring and professional proposals and reports to funders. 
• Set, monitor and report on income and expenditure budgets, key performance indicators and the annual work plan. 
• Work with colleagues across the organisation to support ongoing delivery and development of the trusts fundraising programme. 
• Act as an ambassador for DCC representing the charity externally.
• Ensure all supporter records are kept up-do-date on the database and adhere to all relevant legislative and regulatory obligations relating to fundraising. 
• Carry out other duties commensurate with this post as requested.

The Jon Egging Trust is seeking an experienced Trusts and Grants Manager to develop and manage the full life cycle of new and existing and trusts and grants partnerships for JET, ensuring that this vital funding stream continues to grow and flourish in line with our current fundraising KPIs and Business Strategy which runs until 2030. You will be joining a fantastically motivated and committed team of homeworkers who are all passionate about improving the lives of young people through our specialist youth programmes.

The successful candidate will bring strong expertise and knowledge of prospecting for, applying for and cultivating an ambitious trusts and grants pipeline in order to maximise the potential of this vital income stream for JET. 

With a proven track record of securing significant grants, you will be able to demonstrate expertise in writing and delivering compelling funding bids, in prospecting for new funding partners, and you will thrive in the networking and stewardship side of the role.

Across the JET team we cultivate a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better outcomes for our young people. We welcome applicants whatever your background and whatever your stage in life, so if you are returning to the workforce after a period away, or even seeking a change of pace, please get in touch. 

About the Jon Egging Trust (JET) 

At JET, we support vulnerable young people to get back on track and realise their potential; more than 45,000 young people right across the UK to date, and there’s so much more we can do. We’re an organisation that really values its people and we’re immensely proud that our team culture is based on caring and raising each other up.  

Our benefits package includes: 

• Flexible working  
• Enhanced annual leave 
• Homeworking allowance
• Occupational pension scheme 
• Occupational sickness scheme 
• Special paid leave provision 
• Enhanced family leave

Download the Candidate Information Pack 

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Child and adult at risk protection policy statement

The Jon Egging Trust is committed to providing a safe and positive environment for everyone involved in its services and activities. The Trust takes its extended moral and legal duty of care very seriously in relation to children, young people, staff and volunteers. We seek to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children and to protect them from harm or abuse when they engage in any of our activities. JET expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees or volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment.

To apply

Please complete our online application form. 

The closing date is Wednesday 29th October 2025 at [23:59]. 

The interview process will take place in two stages:

• First round: Online interviews via Microsoft Teams on Wednesday 5th and Thursday 6th November 2025.
• Second round: In-person interviews in or around Lincoln on Wednesday 12th November 2025. Candidates invited to the second round will also be given a task, with full details shared when they are shortlisted.

Questions?

Contact us through our website.

Please note:

Due to our anonymised recruitment process, if your application is not shortlisted, we are unable to provide personalised feedback.

To become an employee at JET, you must be able to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK and a satisfactory DBS check – enhanced with children's barred is required for this role. As part of our recruitment process, we want to make clear that we are not able to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

As part of our safer recruitment process, all candidates invited to a final interview will also be required to complete a confidential self-disclosure form, which allows any relevant information to be discussed in line with our safeguarding policy.

Education Community Manager

Closing date for Applications: 6th November

Location: Fully remote working with quarterly travel to London for team meetings.

Start date: ASAP 

Salary: Pro-rata £24-£25.6K, depending on experience (£30K-£32K FTE)

Job type: Permanent, part-time (80% of FTE/ 4 days per week)

About us

Apps for Good equips students with the skills and motivation to shape their future through technology while empowering teachers to deliver high-quality educational content with confidence. Over the past 15 years, we’ve reached just under 350,000  young people, with over half of our partner schools supporting students experiencing disadvantage.

Thanks to the generous support of partners including BNY, Google, Ovo Foundation and Hg Foundation—some of whom also volunteer their expertise—our courses are 100% free for schools.

With ambitious plans to develop our offer and expand our reach, we aim to positively impact even more young people across the UK.

Our team

We are a small, remote-based team with an agile, progressive mindset. Energetic and highly ambitious, we’re united by a shared passion for our mission and values. If you believe in the power of technology and education to transform lives, we want to hear from you!

Everyone is welcome at Apps for Good where our team is supported and encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work. Bonded by shared values, our diverse perspectives fuel our innovation and empower us all to make a difference to students and teachers. To enable young people from all backgrounds to create a brighter future through technology, we strive to build a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the school communities we seek to serve.

At Apps for Good, we live our values during our interactions with each other and those we work with. These values are:

• Collaborate: We collaborate for deeper impact

• Inclusive: We believe everyone should be included

• Empowering: We empower those around us to make a difference

• Supportive: We encourage each other and celebrate our successes

• Innovative: We think outside the box and are agile in our approach

The role

Are you passionate about education? Do you want to make a positive difference to young peoples’ lives?

We’re looking for someone who cares deeply about education, social impact and wants to join Apps for Good’s mission in helping provide more young people with the tech and

innovation skills that will prepare them for the future of work.

In this new role, you will build strong relationships with teachers and Senior Leadership teams, in order to support them to embed our courses in their schools and across their Multi-Academy Trusts. You will work closely with the Senior Education Manager and existing Education Community Manager to build and implement recruitment and retention strategies, as well as being the first point of contact for educators.

If you have worked in education, or have experience supporting and building long-term relationships with schools and school leaders then we want to hear from you.

Our opportunity is part-time, which will suit someone looking to channel their energy and experience into purposeful work, alongside other commitments or interests.

Key responsibilities include: 

• Be the first point of contact for educators, providing a timely response to incoming enquiries.

• Manage and build quality relationships with our community of educators, with a focus on retention and engagement.

• Support our educators with course delivery, access to materials and resources, ensuring they are making the most of the course materials and feel confident to deliver our programmes.

• Help develop our ongoing strategy for building a community of educators across the UK.

• Represent Apps for Good to recruit educators via channel partners and events

• Support the wider Education team to gather, analyse, manage and report data

• Assist in the collection of data from educators to inform impact analysis and course development.

• Work with the wider team to deliver Industry Engagement opportunities to students participating in one of our courses

• Collaborate with the marketing team on key events including our annual Showcase and Career Series.

• Collaborate with the Senior Fundraising and Partnerships Manager to develop and deliver opportunities to connect funding partners with schools across the UK

Great candidates will have the following:

• Enthusiasm for Apps for Good’s mission

• At least two years’ experience in one or more of the following areas:

  • Working in a charity or organisation, building relationships with schools and education providers

  • Education community/Programme management within the education/charity sector

  • Teaching, leadership or operations within a school

• Confidence networking and engaging with stakeholders and education partners at all levels 

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, with the ability to work across the team

• Willingness to undertake school visits across the UK. 

• Effective time management

What’s in it for you?

• A permanent part-time role at 30 hours per week (4 days per week). We’re open to considering a variety of working patterns to fit around your other commitments. 

• Remote working with travel to London to meet as a team once every quarter.

• Laptop / office equipment will be provided and we offer the option to make use of a co-working space local to your home, one day per week.

• We offer flexible working to retain a good work/life balance.

• Opportunity for health care insurance.

• 24 days holiday (20 days pro-rata) and extra days off over Christmas, plus you get your birthday off work.

• Contribution pension scheme.

• A commitment to your training, development and career aspirations. 

• Joining a small collaborative team means you’ll contribute to a variety of projects. Everyone across the team has their voice heard. 

How to apply

Everyone is welcome at Apps for Good where our team is supported and encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work. Bonded by shared values, our diverse perspectives fuel our innovation and empower us all to make a difference to students and teachers. To enable young people from all backgrounds to create a brighter future through technology, we strive to build an inclusive team which reflects the school communities we seek to serve. We welcome your application, regardless of your race, gender, disability, religion/belief, socio economic background, sexual orientation or age and look forward to hearing what your skills and experience could bring to the team.

Help shape the financial future of a fast-growing charity supporting Gaza’s children. If you’re a qualified, detail-oriented finance professional who thrives in purpose-driven settings, we’d love to hear from you!

About Children Not Numbers

The conflict in Gaza has left thousands of children in urgent need of medical care, trauma support, and long-term assistance. Children Not Numbers is a grassroots UK-based charity committed to the health, safety, education, and wellbeing of Gaza’s children.

Children Not Numbers was established in early 2024 to address the urgent need to support Palestinian children caught up amid an unprecedented conflict. Within 18 months, we have grown rapidly into a global network of c.200 staff and volunteers, most of whom are volunteer paediatric medics representing more than 30 subspecialties.

Our work includes:

• Emergency medical aid for sick and injured children in Gaza, delivered through collaboration between local staff and an international network of volunteer medics

• Short-term medical evacuation for urgent and complex cases – more than 230 children have been safely evacuated to date

• Rehabilitation and trauma support for children with life-changing injuries and extreme psychological trauma

• Maternal Support Programme – over 500 women supported across 1,100+ appointments

• Education and Empowerment Programme, currently supporting 300 children in Gaza with academic and psychological care

• International advocacy, including engagement with the UN, European Commission, UK government and other international bodies

About the role

 As Finance Manger you will have opportunity and agency to make a huge contribution:

○ Ensuring smooth financial operations;
○ Agency to set up and develop the function;
○ Supporting our team on the ground, and patient facing team to ensure they are empowered to make a difference.

As well as this opportunity to make a difference, you will supported in your role by an international team that cares and supports one another, where diversity is a given and creating a sense of belonging is core to who we are and what we do.

We are seeking a values-based, experienced and qualified Finance professional to support and oversee all our financial operations, including but not limited to recordkeeping, payment processing, reporting, and systems oversight, ensuring transparency and compliance.

Reporting to the charity co-founders and directors, you’ll work closely with the Senior Leadership Team, Fundraising and People teams, and Trustees.

About you

We are seeking a qualified accountant (e.g. ACCA, CIMA, ACA) - or equivalent - with proven experience of budget development and financial reporting (trusts, foundations, or institutional funders). You will have a track record of managing supplier relationships, payment platforms, and international transactions, and a demonstrated ability to prepare financial statements and reports for fundraising teams, boards, or trustees. 

Please see the job description document attached for a full list of role responsibilities and person specification. 

Job overview

The role will focus  on growing the value of funding from large trusts and foundations globally, as well as from corporate foundations and institutional funders via consortium partnerships with larger conservation actors.

The role will oversee grant and contract management with existing organisational and institutional partnerships, as well as grow this portfolio through developing a robust pipeline of new opportunities, finding creative ways to secure visibility and first meetings, developing relationships, compelling funding applications and ensuring strong contract management oversight.

The role will lead a team of two, work collaboratively with fundraising colleagues based in the US and UK to secure visibility with and develop strong long-term partnerships with new Trusts and Foundations; and work closely with colleagues in Kenya to ensure strong project delivery and grant management. Responsibilities include:

• Lead the implementation of the Trusts & Foundations (T&Fs) programme with a particular focus on growing the portfolio of large T&Fs in the USA, UK and European markets;
• Work with fundraising colleagues across priority markets and with communications colleagues, using innovative and proactive approaches to business development and relationship building to unlock visibility opportunities and develop relationships with new prospects; in order to develop and maintain a strong pipeline of high-value funding opportunities.  
• Continue to oversee the current ‘programme funding’ portfolio which includes existing institutional funding partnerships and corporate foundation relationships in Kenya, ensuring that ongoing and new opportunities where they exist are capitalised on.
• Collaborate closely with and provide technical expertise to Ol Pejeta’s Project Implementation function in Kenya to develop and embed ‘programme funding’ systems, policies, processes, to ensure that the organisation works to the highest standards in grant management;
• Oversee collaboration and co-working with Ol Pejeta’s Programme teams and other colleagues to ensure high quality  project design content is translated into  technical proposals and budgets for donors;
• Work closely with Kenya’s implementation function to support strong project delivery and contract management. 
• As a Head of, actively contribute to team and department objectives through decision making and action on planning, budgeting, monitoring and reporting.

Key Activities

• Support the Chief Fundraising Officer with overall strategy development, implementation and adaptation;
• Work closely with the Chief Fundraising Officer to ensure operational and budget planning, management and reporting of resources;
• Oversee the T&F team’s operational planning processes, annual reporting and core performance monitoring;
• Strategic coordination of multiple stakeholders in proposal development processes (programme experts, internal stakeholders, partners and donors);
• Build strong relationships across all departments of the organisation and with existing and new partners;
• Support the recruitment process/selection/appointment of fundraising staff across the department.

Strategic leadership delivery and management of Trusts and Foundations priority in the global fundraising strategy.

• Develop and implement tactics for T&Fs that support Ol Pejeta to meet its overall strategic objectives;  
• Ensure that the relevant parts of the Fundraising strategy, planning and practice is adaptive to both internal and external changes and that the team adopts innovative approaches to its work;
• Effectively integrate T&F team objectives and outcomes into wider Ol Pejeta income targets and programme priorities.

Business development and management

• Proactively cultivate relationships with key prospects, donors and partners (with particular focus on US, UK and European markets);
• Network both internally and externally to ensure relevant stakeholder participation and intelligence gathering in various fora;
• Lead and coordinate proposal development, including budgeting, with programme teams and finance;
• Collaborate with Ol Pejeta’s communications and marketing department to ensure communication activities appeal to donor interests, promote our partnerships and help to position Ol Pejeta as a partner of choice;
• Research and share trends and intelligence on T&Fs, and develop relationships that strategically position the organisation to mobilise resources from new and existing donors.

Support effective grant & risk management and compliance

• Support the development and implementation of improved business policies to facilitate improved management of and accountability for T&F funding and other larger institutional partnerships;
• Provide quality assurance and technical backstopping on reporting and general compliance, in line with organisational and donor requirements;
• Guide the negotiation of strategic grants/contracts to ensure the organisation signs up to appropriate contractual requirements;
• Advise on the interpretation and application of donor rules, regulations, processes and procedures;
• Provide guidance and capacity building on grant cycle management to colleagues across the organisation.

People Management, Financial Management and Departmental contributions

• Provide inductions to staff across the organisation on T&Fs and institutional funding opportunity;
• Build, motivate and effectively collaborate with teams remotely;
• Conduct probationary reviews and annual performance management reviews for direct line management staff;
• Support the Chief Fundraising Officer to have oversight of the team budget lines;
• Work collaboratively with colleagues in the global fundraising team based in different geographical locations
• Contribute to overall departmental processes and initiatives;
• Act within the parameters set by the organisation on financial policies and procedures.

Capacity Building and Knowledge Management

• Ensure effective cross-functional collaboration to strengthen fundraising and grant management skills across the organisation;
• Oversee the development and maintenance of information systems and tools for sharing donor policies and guidelines, funding opportunities and best practice across the organisation;
• Keep pace with international developments and engage with other INGOs to keep abreast of opportunities and global trends in T&F fundraising.

Education, Language & Qualifications

• Bachelors or equivalent in a relevant field preferably Fundraising / International Development;
• Excellent verbal and written communication with fluency in English;
• Language skills in Swahili and German advantageous.

Essential Knowledge, skills and Experience

• Relevant experience working in an international NGO or philanthropy environment with diverse workforce;
• Experience in Trusts & Foundation fundraising across international markets;
• Demonstrated experience cultivating and managing relationships with trusts and foundation donors (or others) to secure six figure grants;
• Substantial experience cultivating and managing donor and stakeholder relationships;
• Exceptional interpersonal, influencing and negotiation skills with demonstrable proactivity in business development;
• Strong technical proposal writing and budget skills;
• Strong ability to manage staff and influence team members remotely;
• Ability to manage and facilitate complex projects and processes;
• Experience working on the African continent with a deep knowledge of conservation and community development;
• Willingness to travel internationally as required;
• Willingness to be on call for donor enquiries out of hours.

Desirable Knowledge, skills and Experience

• Tendering and project management experience;
• Knowledge of conservation finance including the biodiversity credit market;
• Personal network of contacts and relationships in T&Fs;
• Experience in developing complex institutional funding bids;
• Understanding of developments in alternative finance for conservation;

We’re looking for a Finance Manager who combines technical excellence with a sense of purpose. At Oak, our work in finance helps power our mission, ensuring that public funds are used wisely, transparently, and to the greatest impact for teachers and pupils across the UK.

Oak is a fully remote, mission-driven organisation offering high levels of flexibility, autonomy, and purpose. We’re a national not-for-profit working in partnership with teachers to create the highest-quality, sequenced curriculum and lesson resources for pupils across all subjects and age groups.

Our culture has been independently recognised through:

• Flexa verified (93% overall score, including 95% for working hours and 97% for role modelling)

• Escape the City's Top 1% Employers – based on anonymous colleague reviews of culture, development, and impact

• Investors in People Gold - through external accreditation and colleague feedback

�� About the Role

This isn’t a traditional finance role. At Oak, finance isn’t just about managing numbers, it’s about enabling impact. You’ll work at the heart of a mission-driven, fully remote organisation that takes pride in the clarity, fairness, and transparency of its financial management.

You’ll oversee the day-to-day finance operations, ensuring Oak’s financial systems and reporting are accurate, efficient, and aligned with our obligations as an Arm’s Length Body of the Department for Education. You’ll lead the production of insightful management accounts, support audits and statutory reporting, and champion best practice in financial stewardship.

As a trusted deputy to the Head of Finance, you’ll help shape the continuous improvement of our processes, support budget holders across the organisation, and ensure colleagues have the financial insight they need to make sound, impact-focused decisions.

This is a hands-on role with wide influence across the organisation. Ideal for someone who enjoys the detail but also sees the bigger picture. You’ll bring a collaborative mindset, a commitment to high standards, and a belief that excellent financial management enables great work to happen.

�� What You’ll Be Doing

• Manage the day-to-day finance processes, fostering a culture of development and high standards. Ensure regularity, propriety, and effective stewardship, in line with the Nolan Principles of Public Life and the standards outlined in Managing Public Money.

• Lead the continuous improvement of Oak’s finance operations and systems

• Lead the production of monthly management accounts and board reporting packs, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and insight.

• Oversee monthly reconciliations, journal reviews, and payroll checks to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Ensure timely and accurate financial information is available to support decision-making, audits, and annual reporting.

• Deputise for the Head of Finance and take on other general responsibilities as required.

• As a member of the Oak Team, contribute to the wider success of the organisation and support and role model our culture of inclusion, freedom, responsibility, and continuous improvement.

�� What We’re Looking For

• Accounting qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or demonstrable equivalent experience in financial management and reporting.

• Experience managing finance processes, with a track record of ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.

• Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats, and work independently to identify and act on opportunities or solve problems.

• Advanced skills in Excel or Google Sheets, including experience building financial models to support effective decision-making.

• You will be comfortable working at pace, with a range of digital systems (including proprietary ones as required) and you will continuously look at ways that the team can keep getting better. You will be excellent at working as part of a remote team, building relationships and managing your time effectively.

�� Our Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, plus one extra day for each year of service (up to 28)

• Additional Oak closure days over Christmas/New Year

• 11% employer pension contribution (with no minimum employee contribution)

• Fully remote working — we’ll support your home set-up and offer coworking options if preferred

• Twice-yearly in-person offsites to collaborate, connect, and have fun

• A culture that genuinely supports flexibility, autonomy, and trust

�� Inclusion and Belonging

We believe diverse teams build better products. We warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds, particularly those who are underrepresented in the tech and education sectors.

We use the Applied recruitment platform to help reduce bias in our hiring process. 

�� Key Info

• Location: Remote, but you must be based in the UK with the legal right to work here

• Sponsorship: Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time

• Closing date: We’ll be reviewing applications as they come in and may close the role early

If this sounds like the kind of role and team where you could do your life’s best work, we’d love to hear from you.

Next steps

You’ll answer some questions related to the requirements of the role and the culture at Oak. After the advert closes, your answers will go through our sift process: all answers will be anonymised, randomised, and then reviewed by a panel of reviewers (real humans).

If you are shortlisted, we’ll invite you to a remote interview on Zoom.

We love giving feedback, so at the end of the application process we'll share how well you performed.

We are aiming to start interviews early November.

We are experiencing really good responses to our job adverts. This may lead us to close the role early, so if you are considering applying then please get your application in early to avoid missing out.

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We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.