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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;
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About you
Are you passionate about educational opportunities for young people, especially those living in Inner London?
Do you have the communications skills and experience to manage our communications and help us grow our reach?
Would you thrive working as part of a small, creative and dynamic team that is committed to being inclusive, innovative, optimistic and approachable?
If so, then you might be the right person to come and join The Portal Trust as we start the implementation of a new five-year strategy which will ensure that our work meets the ever-changing needs of young people in inner London.
About the Portal Trust
Our mission is to support educational opportunities for young people. We make grants to charities, schools and other organisations to enable them to help young people to fulfil their potential. Over the last six years we have given away around £34 million, creating a lasting impact on the lives of thousands of young people. Our new strategy will enable us to do even more.
You can find out more by looking at our Impact Report (on the Trust's website, under About us -> Publications) which will give you an idea of the kinds of activities and work we support.
About the role
As we embark on this exciting new phase, this role offers the opportunity to refine and implement our Communications Plan, which aims to enhance our visibility, influence and engagement with key audiences.
The Communication Officer will create lively, meaningful content for a range of communications tools and will work on our growing reach. They will build strong relationships with a range of people and organisations, including our grantee organisations.
They will also champion our key messaging, brand and style guidelines, ensuring we always speak consistently and purposefully.
If this sounds like a role you’d thrive in, and work you can feel passionate about, then please find out more by looking at the Candidate Information Pack (click on Apply then download from the link).
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The post-holder will play a key role within the Initiatives and Partnerships team, working with regional teams to develop and implement proposals to expand use of historic churches in our existing estate and, on occasion, working with other heritage and community groups to deliver their own projects via consultancy or partnership work.
They will manage a programme of work that will include a number of site-specific projects and national initiatives across multiple sites, as well as from time to time working with third parties on partnership or consultancy projects.
The Commercial Initiatives Officer is responsible for the development and delivery of CCT’s commercial initiatives, including Champing and Filming, that involve multiple sites, as well as any future such schemes. The role will line manage the Customer Service and Admin Assistant, Champing who is responsible for the day-to-day delivery of Champing. The post-holder will also work closely with colleagues in conservation and regional teams to make sure that impacts on both areas are fully considered, whilst in tandem seeking to maximise opportunities to expand and increase commercial activity, income and ultimately profitability.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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:
- 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.
- Plan, research and implement all aspects of direct marketing aimed at acquiring and retaining new and existing supporters.
- Establish a robust donor stewardship strategy, building strong relationships with existing and potential donors and increasing donor retention and engagement
- Lead on the cultivation and stewardship of partnerships with churches.
- 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.
- Work with the team to support the legacy giving strategy, to maximise long-term income.
- 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.
- To assist and promote ICCs presence at fundraising and other events.
- Manage the ongoing development and implementation of a regular giving strategy and donor care to reduce attrition rates.
- Regularly monitor and evaluate direct marketing campaigns, Trust fundraising, recurring giving and legacy fundraising, provide results and feed the learning back into the organisation.
- To keep abreast of key issues and best practices within the direct marketing/fundraising sector.
- Ensure fundraising practices comply with GDPR, the Data Protection Act and the Code of Fundraising Practice.
- Undertake additional duties as requested.
- Line manage the Insight Fundraising Officer and lead our Trusts and Foundations partner.
Fundraising Campaigns and Events
- Plan, coordinate, and manage our annual fundraising event.
- Support the Executive Director on other events.
- 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.
Registered Charity
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Our Mission is to ensure every child with a disability in China is embraced by love, fueled by hope, and empowered with life-changing opportunities.
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QuarterFive are delighted to partner with The Outward Bound Trust to find an experienced and strategic Director of Fundraising to lead a capable, established team and play a key role in driving the next phase of growth and impact.
The Outward Bound Trust's mission is to inspire young people to believe in themselves and achieve more than they ever thought possible. For over 80 years, its outdoor learning and adventure programmes have helped hundreds of thousands of young people develop confidence, resilience, and the skills they need to thrive in life and work.
Each year, around 25,000 young people take part in Outward Bound programmes across the UK, delivered through partnerships with schools, youth groups, and employers. Around 80% of school participants receive charitable bursary funding, ensuring that financial barriers never prevent young people from accessing these life-changing experiences. Bursaries are central to OBT’s purpose, underpinning its commitment to equity of access, diversity, and the belief that every young person, regardless of background, should have the chance to experience adventure, challenge, and growth.
The Outward Bound Trust is now delivering its 2030 Strategy, which sets out an ambitious plan to grow reach, strengthen partnerships, and invest in its six heritage outdoor centres.
Reporting to the CEO, you’ll directly manage four experienced team heads and oversee a high-performing team of 18 who generate bursary, unrestricted, and capital income. The role sits on the Senior Management Team, working closely with colleagues across the charity to connect fundraising with programme delivery, marketing, and business development, ensuring shared priorities and greater collective impact. You’ll also play a key role in the Fundraising and Marcomms Steering Group, ensuring effective working between fundraising and external engagement.
This is a broad, strategic role combining leadership, direction, and hands-on relationship management at one of the UK’s most respected youth charities. You’ll work alongside a supportive CEO and senior leadership team, lead an experienced and capable department, and shape a fundraising strategy that will help thousands of young people access the power of outdoor learning and adventure.
As Director of Fundraising, you will:
- Lead and support a multi-disciplinary fundraising function spanning major donors, corporate partnerships, legacies, trusts and foundations, and events
- Deliver growth across bursary, unrestricted, and capital income, ensuring fundraising priorities align with organisational strategy and long-term sustainability
- Develop and implement capital fundraising plans, supporting the upgrade of existing outdoor centres and laying the groundwork for a potential new site acquisition
- Review and refine OBT’s approach to new business and innovation, identifying where to invest, consolidate, or reshape activity to maximise return
- Build and steward high-value relationships, personally managing key donors, corporate partners, and foundations capable of transformational giving
- Ensure fundraising, business development, and marketing operate in partnership to maximise opportunities for income growth and profile building
- Contribute to organisational leadership as a member of the Senior Management Team, supporting financial planning, strategic decision-making, and cross-directorate collaboration
- Represent OBT externally with senior supporters, funders, and government stakeholders, acting as a visible ambassador for outdoor learning and youth development
Ideal skills and experience:
- Substantial senior-level fundraising experience with demonstrable success in leading multistream teams
- Proven ability to secure and steward six- and seven-figure partnerships and relationships with high-net-worth individuals, corporates, and foundations
- Strategic and analytical mindset, confident in planning, budgeting, forecasting, and evaluating performance
- Experience of capital fundraising or large-scale campaigns advantageous
- Credible, empowering leadership style – able to guide senior managers, foster collaboration, and provide clarity of direction
- Strong influencing and relationship-building skills, able to engage confidently with trustees, senior stakeholders, and external partners
- Motivated by The Outward Bound Trust’s mission to break down barriers to opportunity and enable all young people to thrive through outdoor learning
Employee benefits include:
- 10% employer pension contribution
- 24 days plus bank holidays (increasing by one day per year to 30 days).
- Life Assurance (3 x salary)
- Long-term Disability Insurance (2/3 salary less state incapacity benefit after 6 months’), absence for up to 5 years, covered from start date
- Employee Assistance Programme: with easy access to medical and mental health support, including instant GP appointments, physio and counselling services
- Personal Accident Insurance while at work or commuting
- Health Cash Plan with Medicash (after completion of probation; taxable benefit)
- 8 weeks’ sick pay at full salary in any 12 months
- Personal Adventures! Outward Bound has a positive attitude to extended/unpaid leave (forward planning is required)
Application deadline: Tuesday 28th October
First round interviews: Wednesday 12th and Thursday 13th November, at OBT's Ullswater Centre in the Lake District
Second round interviews: Thursday 20th and Friday 21st November in London
QuarterFive and our clients know fundraising could better reflect the diverse backgrounds and experiences of the people the charity sector supports. We encourage individuals with relevant skills and experience to apply for roles regardless of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief.
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To inspire young people to realise their potential through learning and adventure in the outdoors.
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Help fund the future of greyhound welfare
Are you an experienced and passionate fundraiser with a specialism in individual giving and a commitment to animal welfare? Join Greyhound Trust as our Individual Giving Manager. Help us find homes for more greyhounds and fund the future welfare of retired racing greyounds across the UK. This is a new role in a growing team and an opportunity to be part of a step-change in our income generation and engagement.
About Us
At Greyhound Trust, we believe every retired racing greyhound deserves a loving home and a life filled with kindness and compassion. Our national network of homing centres and Branches—powered by dedicated staff and volunteers—supports over a thousand greyhounds each year in their journey from track to home.
Approaching 50 years of helping greyhounds in their transition from racing, matching them to homes where they will thrive in their retirement, the Greyhound Trust is embracing the rapid changes both in the greyhound racing industry and in wider society. The Trust has an annual income of c.£4.5m which enables us to find loving homes for around half of the 8,000 greyhounds that retire from racing every year.
The Role
Planning and delivery of the Greyhound Trust’s fundraising from individuals to support delivery of our organisational strategy.
This is a new role within our new and growing income generation and engagement team. Reporting to the Head of Income Generation and Engagement, the Greyhound Trust looks to you to review and develop current Individual Giving income streams, identify and implement new opportunities and deliver a sustainable growth plan suited to the Greyhound Trust brand, stakeholders, resources and strategic aspirations. We need to build a strong financial foundation that will allow us to care for and home even more greyhounds both today and in the future, engaging new supporters and motivating existing ones to continue their support.
What you will do
- Under the direction of the Head of Income Generation and Engagement, create, deliver and evaluate a long-term Individual Giving strategy.
- Build a diverse and sustainable individual giving portfolio suited to the Greyhound Trust brand, stakeholders, resources and growth aspirations.
- Plan and deliver engaging multi-channel fundraising campaigns, appeals and/or product promotions
- Use data and insight to drive performance, monitor results, and build cases for support.
- Develop and deliver supporter journeys to encourage loyalty and growth across all income stream.
- Integrate individual giving with wider brand, marketing, communications and retail initiatives.
- Provide support to branches in ad hoc individual giving activities.
- Work collaboratively with the PR / Engagement Manager to maximise impact of integrated campaigns both nationally and with branches.
About You
- Experienced in devising and implementing individual giving programme across donor acquisition, journeys and srewardship
- Target-focused with a track-record of delivery
- Innovative in product development
- Professional and proactive, with a strong work ethic and “can do” attitude.
- Curious, analytical, data and insight-driven and innovative.
- Excellent communicator, negotiator and team-player.
- Capable of handling stressful situations while maintaining a positive demeanour.
- Excellent discretion with high professional standards
- Enthusiastic and empathetic towards the Greyhound Trust’s vision, mission and values.
Why Join Us?
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Be part of a respected national charity with a mission-led culture
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Work alongside a passionate team, who are dedicated to Greyhound Trust and Greyhound Welfare
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Be instrumental in the next phase of our growth and engagement of new supporters
How to Apply
If you're ready to drive a steo-change in our individual giving, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply by submitting your CV AND a covering letter, outlining your suitability for the role and why you would be a great fit for Charity and its existing committed team.
Registered Charity
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Greyhound Trust was founded in 1975. Since then we are proud to have found over 100,000 loving homes for greyhounds.
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Main duties
- Manage a portfolio of trusts and foundations identified by the Trusts and Foundations Manager.
- Create and deliver inspiring applications to prospective supporters.
- Ensure new trusts and foundations have the appropriate thanking and communications plan in place in line with their level of support and future potential.
- Providing outstanding stewardship, and ensuring relationships deliver against agreed objectives to enhance the long-term relationship.
- Conduct prospect research on Trusts and Foundations to identify a priority list for funding approaches.
- Complete necessary due diligence checks on new prospects.
- Support the Trusts and Foundations Manager to build relationships with and apply to new funders.
- Design and develop a new, Trusts and Foundations mailing programme for low-level and lapsed funders.
- Work collaboratively with Passage colleagues to gain a sound knowledge of service provision.
- Keep abreast of sector developments, research, and trends.
General responsibilities
- In conjunction with the Trusts and Foundations Manager to continuously develop the role to ensure that all tasks are being undertaken in an effective and appropriate manner which meets the strategic aims and objectives of The Passage.
- To participate in internal/external meetings as required, attend training events, conferences and other functions as necessary.
- To participate in regular supervision and annual appraisal, and help in identifying your own job-related development and training needs.
- To ensure that all The Passage policies and procedures are being adhered to, particularly those relating to Code of Practice and Confidentiality.
- To contribute to the effective implementation of The Passage’s Diversity and Equality Policy as it affects both The Passage and its work with vulnerable adults.
- To at all times undertake your role in a professional manner maintaining a high quality standard of work, and to always work in accordance with the aims, values and ethos of The Passage.
Desired experience
- Proven stewardship skills with the ability to collate and interpret information to inspire, retain and uplift philanthropic support.
- Experience of supporting or delivering events.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to effectively project manage relationships.
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Experience of writing detailed and inspiring reports and updates for funders.
- Excellent networker with strong interpersonal skills.
Desired knowledge
- Up to date knowledge of philanthropic trends, including opportunities and challenges in the current climate.
- Knowledge of events and project management.
- Knowledge of how to use CRM systems to effectively manage donor relationships.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage and take responsibility for own workload, handle multiple priorities and to work independently.
- Knowledge of fundraising events (Desirable).
- Educated to degree level or equivalent. (Desirable).
Above all we are looking for inspiring and committed individuals who have a genuine desire to support people, and to help them to rebuild their lives.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Contract: Permanent, full time
Hours: 35 per week
Location: London/hybrid
Starting salary: £49,147 - £57,010 per annum includes London weighting
Closing date: 22nd October 2025
Expected date of interviews: 5th/6th November 2025
Job ref: VA761
Freedom from Torture is the 2023 Charity Awards Winner of the Overall Award for Excellence and the top prize for Campaigns and Advocacy.
Would you like to join our award-winning organisation?
About the role
This is a key role within the Philanthropy & Partnerships Team. You will lead the development and delivery of the Trust & Grants Strategy meeting and /or exceeding income targets, support the ongoing development and delivery of strategic objectives and KPIs, ensure strong stewardship of our existing donor relations and prospect new opportunities for funding. You will personally secure income from Trust and Statutory audiences in support of Freedom from Torture’s work across our clinical work, policy and campaigning priorities.
You will manage a committed team of three Trust & Grants Officers and work closely with the Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships to implement the fundraising strategy. The Trusts and Grants Team sits within the Philanthropy & Partnership Team in Freedom from Torture’s friendly, creative and ambitious Fundraising & Communications Directorate.
You will represent the organisation externally with funders and work internally with colleagues to identify opportunities for funding, in the preparation of proposals and thereafter, reports.
About you
To be successful in this role you must have demonstrable experience of developing and implementing a plan to grow Trust & Grant income, successfully meeting or exceeding fundraising targets from a variety of funders and experience managing relationships with statutory funders and trust and foundations. You will have experience of managing fundraisers and supporting them to manage their priorities and portfolios. You will have experience of measuring and monitoring income and expenditure, and team performance.
It’s essential that you have excellent communication skills and can build relationships across the organisation to develop strong fundraising ideas and support engagement with senior staff in building relationships with trusts. You will have experience of managing donor funded grants including review of financial information, preparation of donor reports and donor compliance. You must have experience and knowledge of statutory and grant fundraising research tools and grant writing in the UK charity sector.
In return, we offer a competitive package, with a generous 30-day annual leave entitlement, and 6% employer pension contribution (minimum 1% employee contribution).
Freedom from Torture is committed to showing the salary for all advertised roles and not negotiating salaries for roles, in light of evidence that this contributes to structural inequality.
Our policy is that all appointments will be at the start of the salary range but successful candidates will have the opportunity to move up the scale over time. The progression up the salary range is reviewed on an annual basis and subject to affordability. For this role, the salary range is £49,147 - £57,010 per annum includes London weighting.
Please note a CV and a cover letter addressing the job description and person specification of the role are mandatory to be considered for the position.
Freedom from Torture is dedicated to healing and protecting people who have survived torture. We provide therapies to improve physical and mental health, we medically document torture, and we provide legal and welfare help. We expose torture globally, we fight to hold torturing states to account and we campaign for fairer treatment of torture survivors in the UK.
We campaign for national and global change, using evidence from our services and survivor voices to protect and promote survivors' rights and hold torturing states to account. We are proud to play a significant role in the global anti-torture movement. Survivors, active and empowered, are at the centre of all of our work.
Freedom from Torture is committed to its responsibilities under safeguarding, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory standard DBS disclosure, as well as a need for full employment history and up to date employment references.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.)
Freedom from Torture is an equal opportunity employer. People with lived experience of torture or asylum, from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ individuals and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
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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.
Apply with covering letter and updated CV please.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Sutton Trust Online (STO) has grown into a key strand of the Trust’s programme strategy, serving thousands of students each year through content, events, and interactive learning. The Digital Programmes Officer is a vital operational role that ensures the platform’s day-to-day activities run smoothly. The post holder will provide logistical, technical, and communications support across the STO programme, becoming a first point of contact for student queries and responsible for maintaining clean and accurate engagement data.
This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of education and technology. It is well suited to someone with strong organisational skills, confidence working with digital tools, and an interest in systems, communications, and platform delivery. The post also plays a central role in supporting the Trust’s evaluation work by contributing to data processes and insight generation.
Sutton Trust Online (STO) has grown into a core part of the Trust’s digital access strategy, supporting thousands of students annually through digital events and engaging content. This role is a key part of the team ensuring the platform runs smoothly and meets student needs. The Digital Programmes Officer will lead on platform logistics, technical support, and student communications, becoming a first point of contact for students and a steward of accurate data and high-quality content.
It is ideal for someone looking to build experience at the intersection of education, technology and programme delivery, with opportunities to develop skills in CRM systems, online learning environments, and digital communications.
Main duties
Systems and Data
- Ensure data is clean, up-to-date and compliant with internal data architecture and GDPR standards
- Use Salesforce and associated dashboards to manage student data, track engagement and support targeting
- Support evaluation and contribute to analysis of student feedback and engagement data
- Test new features and functionalities
- Support with the utilisation of student feedback to inform platform improvements
- Maintain the STO platform's functionality, coordinating with external tech partners on technical issues
Content and Communications
- Liaise with the Digital Programmes Content and Events Manager to implement content updates, new features and improvements to the student experience
- Monitor and edit content for tone, accessibility, accuracy and relevance
- Be the first point of contact for student queries via the STO helpdesk inbox, providing timely and supportive responses
- Maintain and update the STO knowledge centre and help articles
- Schedule and support delivery of newsletters, email reminders, and event campaigns
Delivery Support
- Support with delivery of STO live events, including logistical and technical support
- Collaborate with partners on webinar delivery and student follow-up
- Support onboarding of students and ensure smooth user journeys across the platform
- Other duties as necessary from time to time
Person Specification
We welcome applications from individuals who have experience in:
- Using digital platforms and systems (e.g. CRMs, CMS, comms tools)
- Detail-oriented, comfortable working with a variety of data-sets and writing clear, engaging content
- Proactive team player with strong communication skills
- Working within or an understanding of the not for profit sector;
- Excellent verbal and written communication and strong analytical skills
- High degree of initiative and the ability to take responsibility for a wide range of projects involve events, data, systems and content.
- Personable, flexible and discreet; able to fit in to a small team
- Experience in digital, education or youth-facing roles is desirable
We are also looking for an individual who:
- Is sympathetic to the aims of the Trust and its mission to address educational disadvantage;
- Has knowledge and experience of the higher education and/or education sectors;
- Has excellent attention to detail;
- Has first-class interpersonal skills - a natural ambassador able to represent the Sutton Trust in a range of settings;
- Is eligible to work in the UK (see here for information about right to work)
Terms of Appointment
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- Contract: Full-time, Permanent
- Salary: £32,000-£35,000
- Working location: Minimum of 2 office days per week
- Office location: The Sutton Trust, 9th Floor, Millbank Tower, 21-24 Millbank, London, SW1P 4QP. Our home working policy gives staff the option to work from home for up to 60% of the time, with approval from their line manager.
- Hours: The standard working hours are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday and may also be required to attend events / meetings outside of their normal working hours during weekday evenings and occasionally at weekends
- DBS check may be required
Interviews
Applications should reach us by 5pm, Wednesday 15th October, with first round interviews held over Zoom on 28th October, and second round interviews held at our London offices on 6th November.
Safeguarding statement
The Sutton Trust believes that a child, young person or vulnerable adult should never experience abuse of any kind. We all have a responsibility to promote the welfare of all children and young people and to keep them safe. Therefore all posts undergo a safer recruitment process, including but not limited to, disclosure of criminal records where necessary and eligibility to work in the UK. We have procedures in place to promote safeguarding and a safe culture at the Trust.
Contextual recruitment
The Trust is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity and that all applicants receive equal consideration for employment. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including those underrepresented at present at the Trust, to apply for this role. As such we particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ and from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds. We are committed to being an inclusive and welcoming place to work and know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the young people we support.
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled candidates throughout our recruitment process and during employment.
We also operate contextual recruitment at the Sutton Trust. Our application process gives you the option to include information about your background, such as whether you were eligible for free school meals, whether your parents went to university, or whether you attended a state school. For more examples and information on contextual recruitment, please see our website.
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The Talent Set is proud to be partnering with Independent Age in their search for a Trust and Foundations Manager. This role will lead on implementing and developing their strategy to grow income from these sources, reporting to and working closely with the Head of High Value Relationships to maximise opportunities for new and existing Trusts and Foundations support.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an established Trusts and Foundations fundraiser to personally lead on developing opportunities worth £50k to £1m+. You'll play a crucial role in securing six and seven-figure multi-year funding to support older people living in financial hardship.
Trusts and Foundations fundraising is a relatively established income stream for the charity, with some strong existing relationships. However, there is significant headroom for this to grow, with the Trusts and Foundations Manager driving pipeline development to identify new prospects, secure uplift and take the lead on renewal activity.
We’re looking to speak with ambitious fundraisers who can see the real growth trajectory and possibilities for Trusts and Foundations fundraising at Independent Age, working creatively with colleagues across the organisation to identify new funding opportunities and think about innovative funding models (including co-funding opportunities) which can expand the reach and impact of their work
Key Responsibilities:
- Leading the development of six to seven figure multiyear funding from trusts and foundations with a relationship led approach
- Managing and developing the Senior Trusts Officer to support the development of their portfolio of funders <£50k
- Ensuring excellent levels of donor stewardship to retain and grow funder relationships, providing first class cultivation plans and account management
- Ownership of the Trusts and Foundations programme, establishing robust strategies that enable growth and deep donor engagement
Experience needed:
- Proven experience in trusts and foundations fundraising, with a track record of managing and securing six-figure gifts
- Demonstrable success in growing and managing large funding portfolios and securing multi-year commitments
- Strong relationship-building and stewardship skills to retain and uplift existing funders
- Strategic thinker with an ability to identify and develop new funding opportunities
- Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging funders and internal teams effectively
- Ambitious and proactive, with a focus on delivering measurable growth with a collaborative approach
What’s on offer:
£46,227 if based in London with a minimum of 4 days per month in the office
£41,607 if home based with regular travel to London for monthly and quarterly meetings
Alongside a highly flexible working culture, Independent Age offers a generous benefits package including: employer pension contributions of up to 10%, 28 days annual leave + bank holidays, flexible working patterns and enhanced leave provisions and benefits.
Closing date 14th October
First stage interviews will be conducted virtually on Thursday 23rd October
Final stage interviews in person w/c 27th October
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email).
Independent Age is committed to safeguarding and follows Safer Recruitment practices to ensure they are safeguarding those we work with. We therefore ask that you supply your full work history with explanations for any gaps in the application documents you submit and, if offered the post, we will require two employment references including your current or most recent employer. The role also requires a basic DBS certificate.
We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.
Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to inclusive and equitable recruitment practices. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. If you require any specific arrangements or adjustments to enable you to engage with the application process, please let us know.
Registered Charity
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Independent Age is the national charity focused on improving the lives of people facing financial hardship in later life.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About Bright Futures UK
Bright Futures UK, an award winning charity, supports children and young people aged 5 to 24 whose education has been disrupted due to serious long-term physical or mental health conditions. We offer online one-to-one tutoring, befriending, and mentoring programmes, as well as group programmes including hospital workshops, industry events, and advocacy initiatives. Working in close partnership with hospitals, families, and other services, we ensure that children and young people experiencing health-related challenges are not left behind.
Role Overview
The Trusts and Foundations Manager will play a central role in driving sustainable income for Bright Futures UK by securing funding from charitable trusts, foundations, and statutory bodies. This role will focus on developing high-quality funding applications, managing relationships with key funders, and ensuring timely reporting and stewardship.
Working closely with colleagues across Programmes and Finance, you will translate Bright Futures UK’s impact into compelling cases for support, while identifying new funding opportunities to grow and diversify income.
Key Responsibilities
Income Generation
- Research and identify trusts, foundations, and statutory funding opportunities aligned with Bright Futures UK’s mission.
- Develop and deliver a pipeline of high-quality funding applications to meet agreed income targets.
- Write compelling, tailored funding proposals and grant applications, drawing on organisational impact data and stories.
- Prepare accurate budgets in collaboration with the Finance Team to accompany applications.
Fundraising Strategy & Pipeline Management
- Maintain an active funding pipeline, ensuring applications and reports are submitted on time.
- Track progress against targets and provide regular updates to the Chief Executive and senior leadership.
- Contribute to the development of the charity’s wider fundraising strategy, ensuring trusts and foundations income complements individual giving, corporate partnerships, and community events.
Funder Stewardship & Reporting
- Build and maintain excellent relationships with funders, ensuring effective stewardship at all stages.
- Produce high-quality, timely grant reports that demonstrate impact and accountability.
- Arrange funder visits, meetings, and briefings as required.
Monitoring, Evaluation & Administration
- Work with the Programmes Team to gather impact data, case studies, and evidence to strengthen proposals and reports.
- Ensure accurate and up-to-date records of applications, grants, and funder communications in the CRM system.
- Monitor sector trends and share insights on funding opportunities and best practice.
Person Specification
Essential
- Proven track record of securing significant multi-year grants from trusts, foundations, or statutory funders.
- Strong bid-writing skills with the ability to produce clear, persuasive, and tailored proposals.
- Excellent relationship management skills, with experience engaging funders or external stakeholders.
- Strong numeracy and experience in preparing budgets for funders.
- Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
- Commitment to Bright Futures UK’s mission and values.
Desirable
- Knowledge of the education, health, or youth sectors.
- Experience working in a small or growing charity.
- Familiarity with CRM systems and fundraising databases.
- Awareness of trends and challenges in the trusts and foundations funding landscape.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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If you want to work at the heart of a charity in a small friendly team, leading an innovative programme to promote wellbeing and social inclusion, this is the job for you!
The Stuart Low Trust (SLT) is a well-respected and award-winning charity based in Islington supporting people who isolated and experiencing mental health issues. SLT was founded to be radically different from other local charities – uniquely accessible, inclusive and community-embedded.
What the job offers
You will be developing exciting new projects to serve Islington and surrounding boroughs in a culturally rich environment and vibrant voluntary sector. Working closely with the Chief Executive, you will be introducing exciting plans to develop our service. You will have freedom to develop activities, build partnerships and outreach to attract new and a wider diversity of participants reflecting local community needs.
Who we are seeking
We are seeking a capable manager with track record coordinating delivery of a community-based activities programme within a charity or social care service. You will thrive on a challenge and enjoy creative thinking, relationship-building with partner organisations and managing staff. You will have experience of marketing a service to attract new participants. You will have an understanding of the support needs of people who are isolated. You will be able to learn from participant feedback to develop services.
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and two satisfactory references.
We are embrace diversity, equality of opportunity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that represents are variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the more we can achieve.
Key Benefits and opportunities:
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
- Occupational pension scheme
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements with a small and friendly team.
- Access to training and development opportunities
- Supportive management culture, line-managed by the Chief Executive, who has 30 years' experience in the charity sector
- Opportunity to lead programmes/develop skills
Application instructions
Please note, while we appreciate the value of AI tools, we strongly prefer that applicants prepare their supporting statements with minimal use of AI. This helps us to better understand your authentic voice, skills and motivation for this role. Thank you.
Deadline for applications: Sunday, 2 November 2025 at 12midnight
Interviews: Monday, 10 November 2025
Estimated Start: December 2025-January 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Senior Trust and Statutory Fundraising Officer
Hybrid – Islington, London (2 days in-office)
£35,000 - £40,000
Are you a talented fundraiser with a passion for the environment and a flair for crafting compelling funding proposals? Are you driven by a passion to protect our planet? Bamboo Fundraising is delighted to be partnering with the Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA) to find their new Senior Trust and Statutory Fundraising Officer.
EIA investigates and campaigns against environmental crimes, including illegal wildlife trade, deforestation, climate-damaging refrigerants, and ocean pollution. Using undercover investigations and evidence-based advocacy, they work to expose wrongdoing and push for stronger environmental laws and enforcement globally.
In this pivotal role, you will partner with the Trust and Statutory Funding Manager and campaign teams to craft and implement a ground-breaking institutional fundraising strategy. You will have solid experience as a Trusts and Statutory fundraiser.
Your talent for identifying new funding opportunities and managing applications to statutory funders will be key as they secure essential support from UK, European, and US grant-making entities.
Your responsibilities will include: Exploring innovative funding prospects and presenting compelling opportunities. - Crafting application timelines and collaborating with internal teams to develop persuasive proposals that stand out. - Maintaining an organized grants database and reporting calendar to ensure seamless communication with our funders.
Your stellar written and verbal communication skills, along with your ability to build strong relationships, will empower you to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
We’re looking for a proactive, detail-oriented individual who excels at managing multiple projects while consistently delivering high-quality reports. Ideally, you will bring a proven history in fundraising—particularly with statutory funders and a knack for distilling complex information into impactful narratives.
Join us in making a meaningful difference. Your contributions will play a critical role in our fight for the environment, helping us champion vital issues and ensure a sustainable future for generations to come.
Application process: Send your CV to Katharine to book in an initial conversation. You will need a cover letter to make a full application.
As this role has already been advertised, we are reviewing CVs on a rolling basis. Please get in touch as soon as you can if you are interested.
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