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Use your digital skills to make a real-world difference

Zetetick Housing is a medium charity that provides homes for people with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs. We’re growing — and we want our digital voice to grow with us.

We’re looking for someone creative, imaginative and curious who can run targeted campaigns, improve visibility and generate leads. Someone who can turn insight into action, and who believes digital work should reflect real values.

This role supports and bridges fundraising, partnerships and housing. You’ll help shape how we speak to funders, care providers and the public, using tools like SEO, social media and email campaigns to strengthen trust and raise awareness.

What you’ll bring

• Experience with digital marketing, lead generation and content

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Confidence using tools like Google Ads, Mailchimp and CRMs like Wordpress

• A practical, proactive mindset and a clear sense of purpose

What we offer

• A flexible, supportive team

• Space to shape your role and grow your skills

• Work that directly supports people who need it most

To apply, send your CV and a short statement. We’re reviewing applications as they come in.

Zetetick Housing welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and will support any access needs you may have.

About the MCC Foundation

The MCC Foundation (MCCF) is the charitable arm of Marylebone Cricket Club, (MCC), the most famous cricket club in the world and owner of Lord's Cricket Ground, the "Home of Cricket". We work in the UK and around the world to provide life-changing opportunities through cricket and to ensure that it can be a game for all. 

Role Overview

The Interim Director of Development (Maternity Cover) will provide strategic leadership and day-to-day management of all fundraising and development activities at the MCC Foundation during a period of parental leave. This role ensures continuity of fundraising operations, oversees a small team, and supports the Foundation's ongoing donor engagement and income generation priorities.

The successful candidate will step into a well-functioning development team and bring the ability to maintain momentum, lead a capable team, and sustain strong relationships with donors, partners, and internal stakeholders.

Ideal start date of mid to end of August. 

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and continuity for the Foundation’s fundraising team, supporting colleagues to maintain momentum and ensuring ongoing delivery of the development strategy.
• Oversee and guide the team’s work on major donor and high-value supporter relationships, ensuring effective cultivation and stewardship continue. Support the Director, Trustees, and Philanthropy Manager in their engagement with key donors.
• Provide strategic oversight of the donor stewardship programme, ensuring the team continues to prioritise thoughtful, relationship-led approaches at all levels of giving.
• Guide and support the team in managing a robust pipeline of prospects, ensuring clear solicitation plans and donor journeys are in place to meet agreed financial targets.
• Lead and oversee the Foundation’s Trusts and Foundations fundraising activity, providing guidance on prospecting, proposal development, and reporting, while supporting the team to deliver high-quality applications and steward existing relationships.
• Oversee and support the team’s planning and delivery of fundraising events, including donor cultivation and stewardship events, ensuring they are delivered to a high standard.
• Support and mentor the small development team, ensuring team members are empowered to maintain momentum and deliver key fundraising activities.
• Ensure the effective use of the CRM system (Salesforce), maintaining accurate records and ensuring seamless donor administration and stewardship processes.
• Ensure all fundraising activities comply with relevant standards, including the Code of Fundraising Practice, GDPR, and MCCF’s safeguarding and reputational management policies.
• Act as a committed advocate of the MCC Foundation’s mission and programmes, maintaining an up-to-date understanding of the Foundation’s work and impact.

Personal Specification

• Proven experience in senior fundraising roles, with a strong track record in major donor and trust fundraising.
• A deep understanding of different forms of fundraising and the opportunities that exist for organisations like MCC Foundation.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with experience mentoring and motivating small teams.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship management abilities, with a donor-centric approach.
• Experience overseeing donor stewardship programmes and managing high-value fundraising pipelines.
• Competence in fundraising event oversight and delivery.
• Strong knowledge of CRM systems (preferably Salesforce) and data-driven fundraising.
• Excellent understanding of fundraising compliance, including GDPR and the Code of Fundraising Practice.

Safeguarding statement

The MCC Foundation is committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults and providing safe and inclusive environments. The MCC Foundation follows detailed safer recruitment processes and as such, any roles involving regulated activity or any interaction with children and adults, are subjected to a DBS check (an enhanced check is required for those in regulated activity), as well as the collection of references. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our organisation.

Job Title: Cancer Centre Fundraiser

Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Flexible working offered by agreement)

Salary: £27,000 - £33,000 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: Friday 1st August 2025

Telephone Screening: CV's will be considered as they are received.  Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by telephone in the first instance. 

Interviews to take place: w/c 4th August 2025

Location: Leeds Hospitals Charity offices and local area, with occasional work from home.

Are you passionate about making a real impact in the lives of people affected by cancer? Do you thrive on building meaningful relationships and working with inspiring supporters? If so, Leeds Hospitals Charity wants to hear from you!

We’re a charity that puts people first – offering commitment to flexible working, a culture that cares, and real opportunities to grow and develop.

If you’ve got fundraising experience, excellent relationship management skills and want to be part of a dynamic, supportive team - this is your moment.

We’ve got the role. You’ve got the talent. Let’s make a difference together.

Leeds Hospitals Charity

Leeds Hospitals Charity is proud to support Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. At Leeds Hospitals Charity, we work with NHS staff to improve the experience of patients and families. We are passionate about healthcare and about making our hospitals amazing.

People are central to everything we do at the Charity.  Our home city of Leeds is multicultural, and we embrace its diversity. Difference is to be celebrated; it inspires innovation and makes us stronger. For us equality, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental principles. They underpin our goal to support the communities of the hospitals in Leeds.

Leeds Cancer Centre diagnoses and treats cancer for the people of Leeds and the Yorkshire region. The centre is one of the largest in the UK and provides some of the most up-to-date treatment, care, and support for people with cancer. The Cancer Centre Fundraiser is a pivotal role for patients, families and hospital staff who are interested in supporting the charity and the Cancer Centre.

The Role

· Responsible for engaging with and developing positive relationships with hospital colleagues, patients and families.

· Develop innovative fundraising campaigns specifically aimed at raising awareness and funds for the Cancer Centre.

· Working with and supporting both new and existing supporters.

· Work collaboratively with colleagues to implement hospital engagement and communication plans.

· Attend a range of fundraising events/activities,  some of which will be outside normal working hours.

· Ensure all activity within the team complies with the charity’s values, the Fundraising Code of Practice and other relevant regulation and guidance.

· Maintain accurate records of supporter interaction on our CRM system to aid delivery of an exceptional supporter experience and to harness the value of data.

The successful candidate will:

• Demonstrates a strong track record in fundraising, with a clear drive to deliver impactful results.
• Possesses a solid understanding of fundraising principles, methods and best practices.
• Be confident working independently and as part of a team.
• Possess exceptional communication skills with the ability to quickly build and maintain rapport with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Have the ability to provide exceptional stewardship to supporters.
• Hold a valid driving license and access to a personal vehicle, which are essential for this role for daily use.
• Have a minimum of one year’s fundraising experience and/or:

- Exceptional communication skills both verbal and written.

- Organisational skills and experience in managing competing priorities and demands.

- Experience in public facing roles or building rapport with members of the public and developing relationships.·

• Benefit from a hybrid working arrangement, with an expectation of approximately three days per week travelling in the Leeds area due to the nature of the role.

Full Job Description can be found on our website. If you would like to speak to us to discuss the role, or want to know more about the Charity and our teams, you can find our contact details on our website. 

Benefits:

· 27 days holiday a year plus bank holidays with the option to buy additional holiday.

· Flexible and Hybrid Working

· Volunteering Days

· Unlimited access to our online Learning & Development Portal

· Line Management Training Programme

· Pension scheme- 5% employer contribution

· Annual pay review

· Health & Wellbeing support including:

o access to an Employee Assistance Programmes and trained Mental Health First Aiders

· Life Insurance Protection

· Cycle scheme

· Car Lease Scheme

· NHS Blue Light Card and Discounts

For more information about the position and the charity, please visit our website.

As a Disability Confident Employer we commit to offering all applicants who consider themselves to have a disability an interview if they demonstrate they possess the essential skills and experience required for the role. Please advise on your covering letter if you consider yourself to have a disability.

Thank you for taking the time to apply for our position. We appreciate your interest in Leeds Hospitals Charity. If your application is selected to continue in the interview process, a member of our Team will be in contact with you before the scheduled interview date.

Charity Fundraiser

The Vine Centre is looking to appoint a fundraiser.

The Vine Centre is a community based Charity offering inclusive support to those living in Rushmoor and its surrounding areas. We specialise in offering mental health, anger management and addiction support. Our offer also includes employment & training services, budgeting, energy support, IT skills and benefit support. We run social groups, yoga, therapeutic art and cookery classes. We run a community pantry which offers food to those most affected by the cost of living crisis.

The Vine Centre is a one stop shop for support working with the most vulnerable in our area our premises are in Aldershot but our reach is across Surrey & Hampshire. 

Previous experience necessary - good IT skills are required, particularly with MS Office, Word and Excel.

The role is offered at 18 hours at  £16,848 - (full-time equivalent 37.5 hours - £35,100). This includes 25 days (Pro-Rata) annual leave (plus bank holidays).

The Vine Centre offers flexible working along with pension contributions.  Opportunities for Training and Development as well as perks and benefits from Bright Exchange.

Closing date is Monday 28th July  2025 @ 5pm.  Interviews will be held the week commencing Monday 4th August 2025.

Special Events Coordinator (Fundraising)

Salary £31,000 - £33,000 per annum - subject to skills and experience 

Hours of work 37.5 hours a week over five days (due to the nature of this role,

                                    some anti-social hours working will be required)

Base Hybrid working for the foreseeable future, with attendance in the office two days a week, including                                          one day being a Thursday at our central office:

                                     · Pears Building, Pond Street, London, NW3 2PP

                                     Other office days may be worked from our other sites at:

                                    · Barnet Hospital, Wellhouse Lane, Barnet, EN5 3DJ

                                    · Chase Farm Hospital, 127 The Ridgeway, Enfield, EN2 8JL

The role

The special events coordinator will report to the special events manager.

We have a great opportunity for an experienced and proactive special events coordinator to join our dynamic philanthropy & campaign team at the Royal Free Charity. This is a role for someone with proven experience of delivering high-quality events end to end - someone who thrives on the detail, keeps things running like clockwork and brings creativity and poise under pressure.

You will be instrumental in delivering bespoke, high-value experiences such as private dinners, small group tours, donor visits and our flagship annual event, The Marsden Lecture. These are carefully curated opportunities to inspire generosity and deepen relationships with key supporters. You will work closely with internal teams and senior stakeholders, so diplomacy, adaptability and strong interpersonal skills are essential. If you're looking to deliver purposeful work in a fast-paced, mission-led environment, we would love to hear from you.

Principal responsibilities

Event planning and coordination

· Develop event concepts and themes, create detailed event plans and coordinate all logistical aspects of events of events falling within the remit of this role.

· Work closely with the philanthropy and campaign team to design and implement special events that maximise fundraising potential.

Stewardship events

· Plan and manage events to acknowledge and appreciate donors, facilitating their continued support and engagement with the charity.

Engagement activities

· Organise and execute events that foster engagement and increase awareness of the charity's mission and goals.  

Supporting the new cancer campaign

· Prepare for campaign events in support of a £50m campaign for a ground-breaking cancer centre on the Royal Free Hospital site.

Vendor management

· Whether on-site at one of our hospitals or at an external venue, take responsibility for sourcing, negotiating and managing relationships with vendors, including caterers, suppliers and on-site partners.

Budget management

· Create and manage event budgets, ensuring cost-effective solutions while maintaining high-quality standards.  

Communications and promotion

· Collaborate with the communications team to develop promotional materials and strategies to maximise event attendance and engagement.  

RSVP management

· Managing the RSVP mailbox, ensuring timely and accurate responses to event invitations and queries.

Database management

· Maintain and update event-related databases, ensuring accurate records of participants, donors and sponsors.  

Relationship management

· Act as the main point of contact for colleagues, donors and contractors, ensuring their needs and expectations are met throughout the event planning and delivery process.

Portfolio manager support

· Assist portfolio managers in engaging with prospects and donors effectively, providing event-related insights and facilitating meaningful connections.  

On-site coordination

· Oversee event setup, execution, and breakdown, ensuring all elements are in place and events run smoothly.  

Post-event evaluation

· Conduct post-event evaluations to gather feedback and identify areas for improvement.  

Oversight and responsibility

· Manage risk assessment, risk management and first aid training to ensure the safety and well-being of all event participants. 

This job description is not exhaustive; the role will include other tasks and responsibilities commensurate with the post and subject to change to meet legislative requirements. 

This position would suit a candidate who:

- is highly organised, creative and possesses effective communication skills

- has proven experience in event planning and coordination, ideally including fundraising events

- develops excellent client relations with a wide variety of stakeholders

- has the ability to oversee events from setup to breakdown

- can manage RSVPs and maintain event-related activity on a CRM.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualifications

· No specific qualifications are required, but a good level of numeracy and literacy is essential.

Experience

Essential 

· Significant events delivery experience, ideally within the not-for-profit sector.

· Proven track record in developing and managing events on time and ensuring they are in line with budget (managed             by the special events manager), achieving key performance indicators and receiving positive feedback from                 guests.

· Evidence of outstanding planning skills to deliver complex projects.

Desirable 

· Experience of leading on the creation and implementation of innovative events that are tailored towards a specific        audience’s interests.

Skills and knowledge

Essential 

· A keen interest in the fundraising sector, with a desire to learn and grow in the role.

· An excellent eye for detail.

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including diplomacy and the ability to negotiate.

· Committed to achieving objectives and delivering a high-quality service to agreed timescales.

· Excellent IT skills in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and experience of using a CRM.

Desirable 

· Understanding of the events sector and appropriate techniques and approaches for a major donor audience.

· Ability to develop and monitor budgets.

· Understanding of major donor fundraising and the role events can play in successful cultivation of relationships     (ideally learned through direct experience).

· Ability to contribute to a collaborative and agile team, enabling others to learn and deliver and celebrating  successes.

· Ability to:   

 - support colleagues and stakeholders positively

 - build supportive and trusting relationships .

  - Knowledge of fundraising regulations and best practice including Gift Aid and GDPR. 

The team

Our dynamic fundraising department generated £4.5m through donations in 2023/24, and we are now preparing for an ambitious multi-million-pound campaign in support of a ground-breaking cancer centre on the site of the Royal Free Hospital.

We pride ourselves on being a supporter focused and agile function, working at the heart of the charity to deliver impact for patients and staff across our hospitals.

Responsible for attracting and retaining donors, and delivering an outstanding supporter experience, the fundraising department comprises two teams which work closely together to achieve our shared objectives:

·Our philanthropy & campaigns team builds relationships with individual philanthropists, trusts, foundations, corporate organisations and intermediaries, giving or facilitating donations of £10,000 or more to the charity each year. They lead major appeal activity for the charity, currently focused on our forthcoming cancer campaign, the charity’s first patron programme, and special events to support these activities.

·Our public fundraising team harnesses the support and energy of individuals and groups, helping them to give back in the way that works for them. This includes committed giving, in memory support, gifts in wills, and fundraising events and challenges.

·Our database and supporter care colleagues underpin and support the entire department.

Organisation

The Royal Free Charity stands at the threshold of its most important period of development.

Our vision is for everyone served by the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust (RFL) to have access to world-leading healthcare, delivered by a thriving workforce, and driven by medical research that has a global impact. We support the 17,000 staff of the RFL and their two million patients across Barnet, Chase Farm, North Mid and Royal Free hospitals and more than 30 NHS services.

Through the services we provide, and the programmes and equipment we fund, we make a profound and immediate difference to patients’ experiences of care.

The recruitment process

To apply for this post, send your:

• CV (please include your last employer and dates of employment)
• Cover letter: 1-2 page letter detailing your interest in the role and how you meet the person specification

Please note, that applications submitted without a cover letter may not be considered for this role.

Closing date for application: 27 July 2025, midnight.

Interview date: 5 August 2025

Please kindly note that we may close the job advert before the closing date if we receive a large volume of applications.

• You must be eligible to work in the UK

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may require during the recruitment process. 

As an equal opportunities’ employer, the Royal Free Charity is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

Benefits:

Core benefits

· 25 days of paid holiday, plus three-day office closure rest period between Christmas and New Year, and UK bank holidays. This increases to 30 days leave after five completed years of continuous employment (all leave is pro rata for part time employees).

· A contributory pension scheme, where we match your 4% contribution towards your pension. If you choose to increase your payments into your pension scheme, we’ll match your contribution up to 9%.

· A sick pay package that offers one month’s full pay and one month’s half pay in any 12-month period if you’ve been with us for less than two years. This rises to two months’ full pay and two months’ half pay in any 12-month period after two years of continuous employment.

· Occupational maternity pay and paternity pay packages that provide more generous support than statutory pay alone.

· A flexible working policy to support our employees’ work/life balance.

Support for your financial wellbeing

As a member of the Royal Free family, you’ll be entitled to benefit from:

· Expert financial advice from our financial partner, the London Credit Union

· Savings on purchases with the Blue Light Card

· Our Death in Service benefit

Support for your health and wellbeing

· Subsidised gym, pool and classes at our Rec Club in Hampstead

· Secure bicycle parking and shower facilities at our Hampstead site

· Fortnightly guided meditation

· Free massage therapy from our complementary therapy team

· Menopause peer support group

· Employee Assistance Programme offering 24-hour access to free confidential advice and support on work and personal issues.

We’re an award-winning charity running local learning centres in the heart of the communities where the young people we support live. Our centres provide a high impact education programme which includes practical learning support, pastoral care, and motivational and confidence-building activities for young people aged 7-18. Our aim is to enable students from the least advantaged neighbourhoods to realise their ambitions and achieve their wonderful potential.

As the UK’s leading university access organisation, our staff team is helping 56,000 young people each year at its 45 learning centres and extension projects across England and Scotland, and we plan to scale-up our provision to 50 centres over the coming years.

We are looking for an experienced Philanthropy Manager (maternity cover) to join our high-performing and talented fundraising team, all of whom have a genuine passion and enthusiasm for our mission to support young people achieve their ambitions.

We have a fantastic and diverse range of philanthropic supporters - from key individual donors through to major philanthropic trusts. As a manager in the Philanthropy team, you will have the opportunity to play a key role in managing and stewarding our current partnerships, and securing new supporters in order to meet and exceed our ambitious fundraising targets. 

The role at a glance

Contract: Fixed-term maternity cover contract (until August 2026). This role can be either full-time or part-time (0.8 FTE) - responsibilities will be adjusted proportionally for part-time candidates.

Start date: As soon as possible, as agreed with candidate

Working hours
09.00 - 17.30

We are a delivery organisation providing frontline educational services for young people. We are an organisation with team members at different stages of their career, including many in their first roles: We are committed to nurturing talent and
providing a developmental culture for all. Our team works in-person 4 days per week with the option of 1 day working from home.

Please note the salary band for this role is £37,700.00 to £40, 599.00 depending on experience and will be for full time hours. 

Available as a hybrid role (including working in Bradford office) or remote.

CAP celebrates the value of diversity and our aim is for our workforce to be as inclusive as possible as well as representing the communities we serve. With this in mind, we welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from candidates from black and ethnic minority backgrounds. We are committed to continue building an environment that embraces diversity and includes all.

Context

We are building a church-based movement against poverty, delivering the right messages at the right times to inspire action and support. Our goal is to strengthen the CAP supporter and church movement to "Face it, Fight it, End it - Together."

We inspire our supporters to give, act, and pray, demonstrating hope to those burdened by debt and poverty. We highlight how God uses CAP to mobilise people and churches, transforming lives, churches, communities and society itself.

We are driven to raise the necessary funds and partnerships needed to achieve CAP's vision of transformed lives, thriving churches, and an end to UK poverty. We collaborate with other fundraising and communications teams to provide a fantastic and rewarding supporter experience.

Purpose

The Philanthropy Leads, reporting to the Head of Philanthropy, are responsible for inspiring new prospective, cultivating and stewarding high-value donors into greater involvement with Christians Against Poverty. They aim to draw supporters closer to the work we do, deepening their relationship and support of CAP. Income from CAP¿s major donors is vital for the future expansion of CAP in the UK.

Each Philanthropy Lead may be allocated one or more area of Philanthropy engagement in order to specialise in, but will be expected to support in any area as required. Such areas include:

Principle gifts

Philanthropy prospecting and development

Trusts and Foundations

Along with seeking direct support for the organisation Christians Against Poverty, there is also an expectation for the postholders to support the raising of funds for the wider movement, particularly for local Church frontline partners.

They themselves will be an experienced and confident relationship builder, communicator and fundraiser, cultivating relationships with high-value donors and partners to achieve ambitious targets.

Passion

Our supporters are more than donors, they are a crucial part of the work we do. We are passionate about ensuring our supporters feel connected, engaged, inspired and committed to tackling poverty in the UK through CAP. We want to give our supporters the best experience of Christians Against Poverty.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Implementation & Fundraising 
• Implementation of a strategic plan to significantly increase major donor income, with a target of 17.5% of overall revenue within 3 years.
• Implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy for major donor income, aligned with CAP's overall strategic priorities.
• Execution of market research and competitor analysis to identify new funding opportunities and best practice in Philanthropic fundraising.
• Build strong relationships with key internal stakeholders, in order to identify points of engagement and draft appropriate funding bids.
• Represent CAP at high-level events and conferences to build relationships with potential donors and partners.

Major Donor Development

• Manage a designated caseload of high-net-worth individuals or trusts, cultivating deep and meaningful relationships.
• Conduct face-to-face meetings, personalised communications, and bespoke stewardship plans to cultivate and steward major donors.
• Develop compelling restricted funding projects to attract major donor investment.
• Implement a donor recognition program to acknowledge and celebrate major donor support.

Philanthropy Team Membership

• A member of the Philanthropy Team of our Mission and Movement Directorate.
• Providing peer support and development with other members of the Philanthropy Team, fostering a high-performing and collaborative environment.
• Work with the Head of Philanthropy to set ambitious targets and KPIs for the postholder, ensuring they are aligned with overall fundraising goals.
• Ensure the timely submission of funding applications and effective stewardship of grant and donor relationships.
• Implement robust systems and processes for donor relationship management, data analysis, and performance tracking.

Impact & Reporting 

• Ensure that the CRM is updated with engagements, proposal submissions and engagement plans in a timely fashion.
• Develop compelling narratives and impact reports that effectively communicate the impact of major donor support.
• Track and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of fundraising efforts and identify areas for improvement.
• Provide regular updates on fundraising progress to the Head of Philanthropy.

Innovation & Best Practices 

• Stay abreast of current trends and best practices in major donor fundraising.
• Implement innovative fundraising strategies, such as engaging new philanthropists, digital engagement, corporate engagement and high-impact events.
• Evaluate philanthropy activities with the rest of the team and the Fundraising Insight & Innovation team to develop a deeper understanding of supporters and identify new prospects, making data-informed decisions.
• Champion a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the Philanthropy Team.
• Create opportunities for supporters to engage at a senior level and deepen their relationship with CAP, working with the CEO and other senior staff.

Communications & Campaign Management: 

• Plan philanthropy initiatives that in order to produce excellent bids, proposals, events, and reports, delivered on time and within budget.
• Coordinate with the Brand and Digital Engagement teams to align messaging and campaigns.
• Ensure philanthropy plans align with brand guidelines and fundraising regulations.

Measurable Outputs:

• Implementation of an annual philanthropy plan that contributes to the wider long-term fundraising strategy.
• Deliver assigned agreed annual income targets for philanthropy which may include:
• Major Donor income
• Trusts & foundations income
• Corporate income
• Deliver key philanthropy targets including:
• Number of major donor prospects engaged and converted to a managed relationship
• % of major donor caseload met
• Number of trusts applied to
• Average gift size from major donors

Skills required

• A proven fundraiser who can inspire, influence and deliver results
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills, particularly in securing philanthropic support and building partnerships
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build strong and collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent and passionate written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organised and able to manage competing priorities
• Strong financial literacy, including experience managing budgets, tracking performance and forecasting income
• Able to analyse complex situations, identify challenges, and make sound, data-driven decisions
• A high level of emotional intelligence 

 

Essential:

• Proven track record of success in securing significant major gifts (5-6 figures) from high-net-worth individuals.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in high-value fundraising.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with high-net-worth individuals.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong strategic planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Strong understanding of fundraising best practices and regulatory requirements.

Desirable:

• Experience of managing budgets for projects and campaigns.
• Knowledge of fundraising databases and CRM systems and Salesforce in particular.

Educational requirements

Essential: 

• HND level or equivalent experience of critical thinking

 Desirable:

• A relevant qualification in fundraising/marketing or equivalent in a relevant discipline (communications, sales).

We’re looking for an ambitious and energetic Senior Corporate Partnerships Officer to join our small but mighty Partnerships and Philanthropy fundraising team. The team is made up of seven fundraisers focusing on securing high-value gifts with big impact, both from companies and from trusts and foundations.

Our perfect candidate will have experience in new business/sales and account management, either within the charity or corporate sectors. We’re looking for someone with the confidence in securing, growing and managing a diverse fundraising portfolio.

You’ll be a proactive self-starter with creative flair who has strong attention to detail and excellent new business, account management, relationship building, pitching and writing skills. Success in the role will be measured through income targets, partnership satisfaction and engagement levels, renewal rates and contribution to long-term strategic goals.

In this job, you’ll work closely with the Senior Strategic Partnerships Manager and wider corporate partnerships team to drive forward new business by seeking and securing innovative new partnerships with high-value companies. You’ll also deliver excellent account management by providing our partners with an inspiring supporter experience. Your portfolio may include large Charity-of-the-Year collaborations, nationwide campaign-based partnerships, multi-year partnerships with pharmaceutical companies, and sponsorship and Cause Related Marketing (CRM) opportunities.

You'll be joining us at the start of our ambitious and exciting journey, to win more of and grow our strategic, high-value partnerships. You’ll be instrumental in helping our team to reach our ambitious fundraising targets and ultimately improving the lives of everyone affected by bowel cancer.

Battersea is entering an exciting phase of innovation and transformation during this first year of our new five-year strategy. With increased investment in income generation, we are strengthening our team to drive the growth necessary to achieve our organisational goals.bThis role sits within the Philanthropy, Partnerships & Commercial (PPC) team, made up of Philanthropy & Trusts, Corporate Partnerships & Commercial, Special Events & Stewardship, and Fundraising Operations.

The focus of the Philanthropy & Trusts team is to build a solid base of support through excellent stewardship of existing trusts and major donors alongside cultivation of new prospects, reached through prospect research and the networks of senior volunteers.
The key purpose of this Philanthropy Manager is to meet both financial and strategic KPIs, by managing a portfolio of key individual relationships and cultivating new prospects to support the long-term health of the Philanthropy pipeline. This role, together with Battersea’s other Philanthropy Manager, will also work closely with senior leadership, senior volunteers and other individuals to open up networks and introduce new major donors to Battersea.

What we can offer you:

In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

• 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year.
• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes.
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
• Generous pension contributions - up to 10% employer contribution.
• Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
• Annual interest-free season ticket loans.

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working model:

We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:

We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.

We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.

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At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Closing date: 3rd August 2025
Interview date(s): w/c 11th August 2025 (1st round), w/c 18th August 2025 (2nd round)

All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

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As we celebrate 40 years of making a difference, The Cinnamon Trust continues to grow, and we want you to be part of our journey! Our headquarters in Hayle, Cornwall, is looking for a compassionate, dedicated individual to join the team as an Assistant Legacy Officer.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To support the flow of legacy income ensuring the smooth, efficient and sensitive handling of gifts received through bequests, wills and estates. The role requires a close attention to detail, accurate record keeping, and good numeracy. Appropriate and sensitive written and oral communication with families, legacy supporters and solicitors is very important.

The role requires compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. In essence, an Assistant Legacy Officer is a vital part of a charity's fundraising efforts, ensuring that legacy gifts are processed efficiently and effectively, maximising their value and impact. Most of all, it is about honouring the wishes of those who support us by way of gifts in their Will.

Although the role of Assistant Legacy Officer sits within the Finance Team, it will also include some elements of legacy fundraising and marketing in collaboration with the Marketing and Fundraising team. This includes promotion of our free Will service and supporting promotion of legacy giving through campaigns and events.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: RESPONSIBILITIES

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Legacy Administration:  Managing a caseload of legacies (pecuniary, specific, etc.), ensuring the organisation receives its full entitlement, and keeping records up-to-date.
• Communication: Interacting with solicitors, executors, and other beneficiaries, responding to inquiries, and providing updates on legacy progress.
• Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate and detailed records on the organisation's Digbi system, ensuring compliance with regulations and facilitating reporting.
• Compliance: Keeping abreast of probate matters and ensuring the charity's legal rights are balanced with reputational considerations.
• Collaboration: Working closely with the Senior Legacy officer and with other teams, when necessary, such as Pet Profile, Finance or Marketing teams in relation to legacy giving, legacy fundraising or gifts in wills.
• Reputation Management: Ensuring all communications and actions related to legacies maintain the The Cinnamon Trust’s positive reputation.
• Other tasks Other tasks from time to time as required.
• SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Meticulous attention to detail. Ability to manage a demanding workload and prioritize tasks. Numerate: able to understand the presentation of accounts and income data Experience in the charity sector is helpful Knowledge of relevant regulations and legal procedures is beneficial. Some knowledge of wills and probate with willingness to engage in training in legacy administration.

Together with such additional general duties as the Employer shall reasonably require having regard to the needs of the Employer’s business as a Charitable Trust

Railway Children is seeking a motivated and strategic Corporate and Philanthropy Officer to help drive long-term financial sustainability and growth. You’ll support the development of a new philanthropy income stream and grow corporate partnerships, playing a key role in securing support from high-net-worth individuals, foundations, and businesses.

Key responsibilities include:

• Researching and cultivating new fundraising opportunities
• Supporting relationship development with corporate and philanthropic donors
• Creating compelling fundraising materials and impact reports
• Coordinating engagement events and supporter activities
• Maintaining accurate data and providing strategic insights

We’re looking for someone with:

• Experience in fundraising, business development, or prospect research
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Excellent organisational and project management abilities
• A collaborative, proactive, and values-driven approach

Join a passionate team working to create lasting change for children at risk of life on the streets.

To view the full job pack and to apply for this role, please visit our webpage where you will find our application form. Please note that Railway Children will only accept applications made using this form and will not accept CVs, academic certificates or covering letters.

Cystic Fibrosis Trust is the only UK-wide charity dedicated to uniting for a life unlimited for everyone affected by cystic fibrosis. We're working towards a brighter future for everyone with cystic fibrosis (CF) by funding cutting-edge research, driving up standards of care and supporting people with the condition and their loved ones every step of the way.
 
This is an exciting time to join a growing Individual Giving team at the Trust, as part of our new five-year fundraising strategy. The Senior Individual Giving Officer plays a key role in developing and delivering the Individual Giving programme in order to support the CF community through raising income to fund our wide-ranging work. 
 
You will be responsible for raising unrestricted income from individuals, employing a range of direct marketing techniques and fundraising products to recruit, engage and retain supporters. This is a hands-on role with plenty of potential to design and input your own approaches, activities and stewardship to achieve income growth; and create insight-led targeting and effective and engaging cases for support to bring to life the varied work of the Trust and inspire supporter loyalty and long-term support. 
 
To be the right candidate, you will:

• Be able to manage multiple fundraising campaigns 
• Put the supporter at the heart of our communications
• Enjoy using ideas and data to help raise more money in effective and creative ways
• Have experience of planning and monitoring budgets and schedules

 
We offer a range of benefits including flexible working, 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays (this will be pro-rata for part time staff), opportunities for learning and development, pension, healthcare cash plan and more.
 
Closing date for completed applications is 12:00pm on Monday 4 August 2025
 
Interviews expected week commencing 11 August 2025
 
We reserve the right to bring forward or extend the closing date if necessary. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, please submit your application as early as possible.
 
Please note you will need to have the right to work in the UK before starting work with us and we will check this. We do not hold a Home Office Sponsorship Licence and therefore cannot offer visa sponsorship for our roles.
 
No agencies please
 
For more information about the role and how to apply:

For more details about the job and requirements, please visit our website or use the application button provided.
 
Cystic Fibrosis Trust aims to be an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs, can be themselves and achieve their full potential. We want to attract, develop, and retain staff with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives; particularly people who have cystic fibrosis; people who identify as being from an ethnic minority group, as LGBTQ and people with disabilities. 
 
It is our policy not to discriminate against any person because of their age, gender reassignment, being married or in a civil partnership, being pregnant or on maternity leave, disability (physical and mental), race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief (including lack of belief), sex, sexual orientation or union membership.
 
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At RUHX, we’re more than the Official NHS charity of the Royal United Hospitals Bath. We go further to give every patient the extra extraordinary care they deserve, while supporting our staff to do what they do best and furthering innovation within our hospitals. We’re out there in our community, collaborating with the people and organisations who drive real change. And we’re making sure that every penny we raise goes towards improving health, happiness and wellbeing for everyone in our community.

We’re looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Events and Community Fundraising Co-ordinator to help us build strong relationships across our local community and support the delivery of inspiring events. If you’re passionate about making a difference and love bringing people together for a good cause, this could be the perfect role for you. This is your chance to be part of a charity that believes in being positively disruptive, creative and collaborative, all to make a transformative difference for our patients, staff and community.

We’re big enough to make an impact and small enough to care. This means that we believe in creating an inclusive, supportive, and nurturing environment for all our staff, as we know that a diverse, happy, and healthy team is vital to our success.

Main duties and responsibilities

No two days in our team are the same. We split our time evenly between working flexibly at home and onsite in the office in Bath, as well as being out and about in our community.  You will have a varied role which involves managing a wide range of duties and tasks including. 

• Proactively building relationships with community groups, schools, local businesses, and individuals across our catchment area. 
• Supporting the delivery of fundraising events, from planning through to post-event evaluation.
• Providing excellent supporter care to our community fundraisers and event participants.
• Supporting our community volunteer programme.
• Assisting with marketing, social media, and communications for campaigns and events
• Helping with fundraising campaign and event logistics, materials and administration to keep everything running smoothly

We’re looking for a kind and compassionate person who is passionate about the NHS and making a difference to healthcare for our community. A great communicator and team player. Proactive, organised and creative in problem solving. Previous experience in fundraising, events, customer service, or admin is welcome, but just as important is a can-do attitude and a desire to learn, because this is a great role to start a career in fundraising.

The Estate Officer will ensure the delivery of the regional maintenance programme, comprising routine, periodic, planned and urgent works, and the delivery of time limited maintenance consultancy and estate management projects. Working alongside the Conservation Projects Manager, the post holder will ensure regional estate compliance with CCT policies.

The post holder will be the main contact for all maintenance related matters and will maintain the property management records for the estate, develop volunteer projects and training on maintenance reporting and conservation cleaning and will assist with fundraising.

If you would like to apply for this role, please visit our recruitment portal to begin your application. You will be asked to submit a CV and a short supporting statement (max 2 sides A4) outlining why you’d like to apply and how you fulfil the person specification for this post, so you’ll need to refer to the job description.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 8am on Monday 11th August 2025.

The interviews will take place in Birmingham on Tuesday 19th August 2025. Please note that the interview date and location have been specifically chosen according to the availability of the panel.

We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. Candidates who declare that they have a disability and who meet the essential criteria for the job will be offered an interview.

If you have any queries about this role, or if you have a disability and wish to request a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.

We are an inclusive employer and offer equal opportunities to all regardless of an individual’s age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We are not a licensed sponsor at this time. Any offer of employment will be made subject to valid right to work in the UK being provided.