Trusts fundraising manager jobs
At Ambitious about Autism, we are currently looking for a Trust Fundraiser to join our team.
This role will be a key part of our Philanthropy team, working on securing funding from charitable trusts and foundations with the capacity to give up to £30,000. The Philanthropy team is highly regarded, consistently bringing in over half of our organisation's total voluntary income.
You'll research, identify and drive forward new income opportunities, maintain relationships with existing donors and ensure our supporters have an excellent experience through giving to us. You'll deliver high quality, written applications and reports to trusts and foundations, in line with funder deadlines and keep in touch with donors and prospects via phone, virtually and in face-to-face meetings and visits.
We are looking for someone who has:
- The ability to manage a task or project from conception to completion and meeting set deadlines
- The ability to engage, inspire, manage and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
- Excellent interpersonal written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to think creatively and innovatively to generate income in line with the organisational strategy
- Excellent organisational, prioritisation and time management skills in order to work to tight deadlines in a busy environment
In return, we offer great benefits including a generous holiday allowance and commitment to continued professional development (CPD), flexible, hybrid working and more!
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who would like to work for a forward-thinking, open and honest organisation and make a real impact to the young people we work with. Please find our full recruitment pack on the link below.
If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a confidential chat, please contact James Axford, Recruitment Officer.
Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.
Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.
Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.
We stand with autistic children and young people, champion their rights and create opportunities.
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Company - British Safety Council
The British Safety Council is a trusted voice in health, safety, and wellbeing. For over 65 years, we have been working to protect lives and improve workplace wellbeing in the UK and worldwide. As a not-for-profit membership organisation, we campaign, educate, and influence change, supporting organisations of all sizes to achieve the highest health, safety, wellbeing and environmental management standards. Our vision drives everything we do, so that no one should be injured or made ill through their work.
About the Role - Fundraising Manager
We are seeking a motivated and experienced fundraising manager to lead the diversification and growth of our income sources. This is an exciting opportunity to develop and implement fundraising strategies across individual giving, corporate partnerships, events, trusts, and foundations. This role will be key to building meaningful relationships and ensuring sustainable income to support our mission.
We are looking for someone who brings energy, creativity, and a proven track record of fundraising success. The ideal candidate will have:
· Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience within a recognised charity.
· Sound understanding of the charity sector in the UK and its range of cultural dynamics.
· Proven experience in developing and delivering fundraising strategies across multiple income streams.
· Strong relationship-building skills, with a track record of engaging and stewarding donors, supporters, or partners.
· Excellent verbal and written skills with experience preparing compelling funding proposals and impact reports.
· Experience in planning and delivering successful fundraising events or campaigns.
· Understanding of data and fundraising systems (e.g., CRM) to manage donor records and insights.
· Strong project management skills, able to juggle competing priorities and deadlines.
· A collaborative and proactive approach, comfortable working across teams and with senior stakeholders.
· Collaboration with international clients and stakeholders would be a valuable experience.
For full details of the role and responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description available via the application link.
Benefits
- 25 days’ annual leave, with holiday buying and selling option
- Health cash-plan benefits upon joining
- Private medical and dental cover on completion of the probationary period
- Flexible working
- Attractive family-friendly policies
- Training and Development opportunities
- Life Assurance cover
What do you need to do next? If you are interested in this role, please click 'Apply' to read a more detailed job description and explanation of the benefits package. You will then be able to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV along with a covering letter explaining why you think you are the right candidate for this role.
Guarantee Interview Scheme - We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you would like to be considered under this scheme, please highlight this clearly in your cover letter.
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About Sheldrick Wildlife Trust UK
The Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (SWT) is a pioneering conservation organisation, working across Kenya to protect endangered wildlife and preserve habitats for future generations. Through projects including our world-renowned Orphans’ Project, veterinary interventions, anti-poaching operations, and community outreach, we are dedicated to securing a future for wild species. Sheldrick Wildlife Trust UK plays a vital role in supporting conservation projects, raising funds, cultivating donor relationships, and engaging supporters to sustain and build upon life-saving work in Kenya.
The Role
We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Fundraising Support Officer to join our UK team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about wildlife conservation, eager to learn, and looking to develop a career in fundraising and supporter care.
The Fundraising Support Officer will be central to ensuring our supporters receive the highest standard of care. Working across individual giving, corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations, and retail, the postholder will gain valuable experience in many areas of charity fundraising and supporter engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Support to the Retail Manager, including acting as first point of contact for order enquiries, exchanges, and returns, and assisting with fulfilling orders from the charity’s online shop.
- Supporter care, to include answering email, post, and telephone correspondence, providing receipts and donor follow-up.
- Accurate recording of donations and correspondence on the charity’s CRM system.
- Support the regular giving and orphan adoption programmes.
- Assist in identifying opportunities with corporate partners and charitable trusts.
- Support the Communications team by drafting and proofreading thank-you letters, donor updates, and impact reports.
- Assist in developing and attending charity events.
- Assist with general fundraising administration and other duties as required by the team.
Person Specification
Essential:
- Demonstrable experience in building relationships with customers or stewarding supporters and donors.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a polite and professional manner.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfortable learning new systems.
- Familiarity with CRM systems and/or handling supporter or customer data.
- Experience in customer service and administration.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a small team.
- Enthusiastic, proactive, and willing to take on a variety of tasks.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environment.
- A genuine interest in wildlife conservation and the mission of Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.
Desirable:
- Minimum two years’ experience in donor care or fundraising in the charity sector.
- Experience drafting written communications for a public audience.
- Understanding of the UK charitable sector and fundraising principles.
- Understanding of data protection, including GDPR.
What We Offer
- A supportive and friendly team environment.
- Opportunities for professional development in fundraising and supporter care.
- The chance to play a key role in protecting wildlife and habitats through one of the world’s most respected conservation charities.
If you believe you are well suited to the role, please send us your CV and one-page cover letter by clicking the 'Apply' button on this page. Use your cover letter to tell us about your previous experience and why you want to work for SWT UK. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Early application is encouraged as we will be reviewing applications throughout the advertised period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We are not able to support visa or work permit applications for this role. (No agencies, please).
To protect and preserve wildlife and habitats in Kenya


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As part of a small charity team, the Fundraising Lead will play a key role in generating income to support our mission. This role covers all aspects of fundraising, with a particular focus on securing grants, engaging local businesses the community and delivering successful fundraising events. The postholder will work collaboratively to develop and implement fundraising strategies that build strong relationships and ensure sustainable income streams.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Grant Fundraising Research and identify suitable grant opportunities from trusts, foundations and statutory bodies. Prepare compelling funding applications and supporting documentation. Maintain accurate records of applications, deadlines and outcomes. Build and nurture relationships with funders, ensuring timely reporting and compliance.
Community Fundraising Develop and support community fundraising initiatives, including local partnerships, volunteer-led activities and campaigns. Engage with supporters, schools and local businesses to encourage participation and donations. Provide resources and guidance for community fundraisers to maximize success.
Events Plan, organise and deliver all types of fundraising events (both in-person and virtual), ensuring they are engaging and profitable. Manage event logistics, budgets and volunteer coordination. Promote events through appropriate channels, including social media and marketing platforms (training and support will be given) to maximise attendance and income.
General Fundraising Duties Contribute to the overall fundraising strategy and income targets. Monitor and report on fundraising performance, providing insights and recommendations. Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and best practice. Represent the charity at external events and networking opportunities.
Person Specification
Essential: Experience in fundraising, with a track record in grants, community, or events. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. Excellent relationship-building skills. Creative and proactive approach to problem-solving.
Desirable:
Knowledge of fundraising regulations and best practice.
Experience using CRM or fundraising databases.
Understanding of the charity sector and its challenges.
To support all children and young people with special needs and their families to have fun, be happy and feel included.
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Job Title: Senior Trusts and Foundations Manager
Salary: £40,000 - £44,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time – 37.5 hours per week
Location: Hybrid, with at least two days a week working from Power2’s office in Manchester or London
Annual Leave: 25 days paid holiday each year
Power2 is a fast growing and energetic children and young people's charity that has supported 27,000 young people since 2001. We are based in the North West of England and London and deliver early-intervention asset-based programmes to children and young people who have mental wellbeing challenges and are disengaged from school and more widely. We are well-known for our accredited Teens and Toddlers programme and are supporting young people via Power2 Rediscover, an intensive 1:1 crisis response programme. Our Power2 Thrive programme focuses on improving mental wellbeing.
With our support, children and young people who are experiencing vulnerabilities and disadvantages improve their wellbeing, re-engage with school and learning, build networks and access opportunities.
We’re committed to equality and operate within a culture and structure that recognises diversity and strives to be fair. We live by our values of Brave, Expert and Passionate and we aim to have an entrepreneurial and flexible approach to work.
We are seeking an experienced Trusts and Foundations fundraiser to join our team at Power2, a fast growing and energetic youth charity.
You will lead on fundraising from Trusts and Foundations and be responsible for relationships, applications and reporting to major Trust and Foundation funders. You’ll lead internal processes for prospect research and have oversight of a growing portfolio of potential and existing donors. You will ensure a consistent pipeline of applications to meet your performance indicators and collate information from across the organisation to produce funder reports.
You will have significant and demonstrable experience of fundraising from major Trusts and Foundations. You will have excellent project management skills, be skilled at writing compelling funding bids, be highly numerate and a great team player and collaborator. Previous experience or interest in the youth or education charity sector would be an advantage.
We operate hybrid working, and this role can be based at either our North-West (Ashton-under-Lyne) or London office, with at least two days working in the office per week. We offer flexibility as to when the role’s hours are worked, and exact working patterns can be discussed at interview.
Your expression of interest should be no longer than two pages of A4 and must cover:
· Where you are based
· How your skills and experience match the person specification
· What makes you the right person for the role.
Your CV and personal statement are submitted on the second page of the application process. Applications without a personal statement will not be considered.
We are interviewing on a rolling basis and may appoint before the advertised closing date. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
The successful applicants will be required to undergo and secure an enhanced DBS check (child workforce) and provide details of two referees.
We believe every child and young person deserves the opportunity to thrive, even when things get tougher.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Stop Domestic Abuse is a trauma informed organisation; the work we do to support those effected by domestic abuse may be triggering for those with past trauma. Please only apply if you are living free from abuse. If you’d like to talk to us about this, please get in touch.
Location: Havant
Salary: £35,482 - £38,224
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Full Time/Permanent
Reference Number: STOPDA811
Main Purpose and Scope of the Job:
This is an exciting role in an ambitious and growing charity that supports all people affected by domestic abuse.
Working closely with the Business Development Director and Business Development Manager the Fundraising Manager will play a pivotal role in the creation, development and implementation of a robust and diverse fundraising strategy that contributes to the overarching income generation strategy, that meet both current and future operational needs
Participate in the development of Stop Domestic Abuse’s fundraising strategy and lead on the implementation and delivery of fundraising ensuring all fundraising objectives and KPI’s are met.
Identify and cultivate relationships with new, corporate partners, individual donors, major donors, foundations, and other potential supporters, increasing their awareness of SDA.
Create, launch and manage supporter stewardship and recognition programmes to ensure corporate donors and partners feel valued and engaged with the organisation, you will be key in maintaining long-term relationships.
Develop and maintain a portfolio of potential corporate and high net worth supporters through regular research and networking and attend events and meetings with potential donors.
Expand current fundraising activity to create new opportunities by promoting Stop Domestic Abuse.
What We Offer:
Time off and Flexibility:
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (Increasing with service)
- Birthday day off
- Child’s first day of school off
- Option to purchase up to 10 additional days’ leave per year
- Flexible and hybrid working
- Protected time of up to one hour each month
Family-Friendly Benefits:
- Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental and Adoption leave
- IVF Leave
Health and Wellbeing:
- Westfield Health Healthcare Cashback Plan (after probation)
- Westfield Health Personal Health Insurance (after 2 years’ service)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Eye care vouchers
- Cycle to Work Scheme
About Stop Domestic Abuse:
Stop Domestic Abuse is a proud women-led organisation supporting victims and survivors of domestic violence and abuse across Portsmouth and Hampshire. Our vision is a world without domestic abuse, and we work to ensure that it’s ‘everyone’s business.’
We provide refuge and community-based support, delivering in a trauma-informed way for adults, children and young people, tailored to individual needs. Our 19 refuges offer safe, welcoming homes, and across our services we provide one-to-one support and group activities to help improve their safety and to meet others with similar experiences. We support children process their experiences and help regain a sense of safety.
Our UP2U programmes support those seeking to change abusive behaviours, and we also offer specialist support for victims of stalking. We also deliver training to professionals, including the hair and beauty industry, to recognise domestic abuse and connect people to specialist support services.
Our Values:
Equality, Openness, Honesty, Respect for individual dignity and diversity, Empowering women and children, and Care and Compassion – are at the heart of everything we do. By committing to these values, we aim to significantly improve the lives of those we support and work towards our vision of a world without domestic abuse.
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Are you an experienced trusts fundraiser who can write compelling applications for a charity with big ambitions?
The Neuro Therapy Centre is a member led charity which provides practical support and therapies to help manage the symptoms of a wide range of long-term degenerative neurological conditions including MS, Parkinson’s, FND and ME. The Centre supports 700 people across North Wales, Cheshire and the Wirral.
The Centre has expanded its facilities over the last two years to be able to support more people who can benefit from its services and we have lots of exciting plans to grow our services and use our facilities. Come and join us to help us make a life-changing difference to people’s lives in the region.
You’ll be a confident writer with the ability to collate and portray the impact of our services and projects whilst still being able to meet the varied criteria of funding applications. You’ll have a keen eye for detail, and be on the pulse looking for opportunities to apply for funding, whilst building and maintaining funding relationships for the Centre.
Our friendly team is based in Saltney, near Chester where our services and support also operates from – so you’ll get to see first-hand how your role makes a difference to people’s lives first-hand. Many of our fundraising and marketing team work in a hybrid model and we are open to applications from people who wish to work in this way or fully remotely with occasional visits to the Centre on an in-frequent basis to learn about the charity and for funder visits.
Key areas of responsibility include:
- Research and identify potential funding sources for applications including charitable foundations, lottery bids, and statutory organisations.
- Liaise with the Centre management team to highlight funding opportunities and collect facts and information to form Cases for Support.
- Write fundraising bids to support projects and service delivery.
- Maintain communication with our network of funders
- Manage and maintain a funding pipeline of prospective funders, applications submitted, and feedback/monitoring requests.
What We Offer
- Supportive, friendly working environment
- Opportunities for training and professional development
- A meaningful role that positively impacts people’s lives
- Free on-site parking
- Flexible working
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Our charity has grown rapidly over the last five years, with each year bringing new faces and new opportunities. This year, we’re excited to be welcoming a Fundraising Manager to join our team.
In this role, you’ll work closely with our CEO and operations team to deliver our annual fundraising targets, focusing on individual giving, trusts and foundations, and fundraising events/external opportunities. Partnerships are currently managed by the CEO and our Board of Trustees.
We have a fun, joyful working culture and work flexibly and mostly remotely, though you may occasionally need to attend meetings in London or travel for events. Our registered office is in Margate, so if you’re local or fancy a change of scene, you’re welcome to come and work by the sea.
As this is a new role for Not A Phase, we’re looking for someone confident, proactive and full of ideas. You’ll have the freedom to shape and implement your own systems and processes, with full support from the team.
It’s vital that you have an understanding of the issues currently faced by the trans+ community in the UK. We recently launched our new five-year strategy, Joy as an Act of Resistance, which will guide our mission in these challenging times. Your role will be key in helping us achieve it, if you'd like to check it out, you can read it in full over on our website.
We encourage applications from those with lived experience or a deep understanding of the topics we work within.
About You
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Experienced fundraiser, ideally with a background in individual giving.
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Skilled bid writer with a proven track record.
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Lived experience of, or strong understanding of, the challenges facing the trans+ community in the UK.
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Experience developing and managing fundraising events from start to finish.
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Passionate about giving supporters the best possible experience and skilled at building relationships to exceed targets.
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Confident communicator who can engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
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Creative, proactive problem-solver who thrives in a flexible environment.
Please be aware that we use AI detection software will not be moving ahead with applcations or CV's that are written by AI.
Uplifting the lives of trans+ adults across the UK.



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Trusts & Grants Lead
Salary: £30890 to £34540 per annum (depending on experience)
Location: Midlands Wide (Birmingham B24, Leicester LE18, Nottingham NG7)
Benefits: 25 days holiday, pro-rata, 5.5% Employer Pension Contribution including Life Cover, Occupational Sick Pay Benefits & Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity Leave and Pay, plus more
Reporting to: Trusts, Grants & Foundations Fundraising Manager
FareShare Midlands is the region’s largest food redistribution charity, tackling inequality, transforming lives and ensuring no good food goes to waste. We rescue surplus food and redistribute it to 650 local charities and community organisations, feeding 60,000 people every week. We also invest in communities, providing education, training and volunteering opportunities, helping over 700 individuals to date to build a better future. Together, we’re fighting hunger, reducing food waste and creating opportunities across the Midlands. Learn more here or read our latest Annual Report Snapshot by going to our website.
The Role
The Trusts & Grants Lead is responsible for delivering income from trusts, foundations and statutory funders through proactive prospect research, high quality applications, relationship management and timely reporting, contributing directly to FareShare Midlands’ income targets and growth plans.
Trusts & Grants Delivery
- Manage a portfolio of trust, foundation and grant funders
- Writing applications and reports
- Budget management for restricted funds
- Working with FSM and FSUK colleagues on bids
- Build strong relationships with programme officers, grant managers, funding panels.
- Managing restricted funding compliance
- Coordinating evaluation and evidence collection for funder reports
- Monitoring funder requirements and deadlines
Pipeline Development & Prospect Research
- Identify a pipeline of new opportunities in trusts, grants, foundations and corporate to secure new income for FareShare Midlands
- Maintain a rolling 12 to 18 month pipeline
- Regular prospect research using databases (e.g. funds online, the charity commission website, idox etc)
- Prioritising opportunities by value, likelihood and strategic fit
- Assisting on project development working with colleagues to build in the needs and preferences of funders to ensure projects can attract support
Funder Stewardship & Reporting
- Professional stewardship of trusts and foundations funders
- Managing funder communications in line with grant agreements
- Working with the stewardship officer and comms team to identify and develop impact stories and relevant data.
Communication
- Writing funder-facing materials
- Ensuring clarity, evidence and compliance in all submissions
- Coordinating case studies and impact data for bids
Compliance, Monitoring & Administration
Application tracker ownership
- Reporting calendar management
- Income forecasting for trusts & grants
- Document management for funder requirements
You will be successful in this role by:
- Consistently securing income from trusts, foundations and statutory funders in line with agreed targets
- Maintaining a strong, well-researched pipeline of trust and grant opportunities
- Submitting high-quality funding applications and reports to deadline
- Achieving a healthy success rate across applications through strong prospecting and proposal quality
- Ensuring full compliance with restricted funding requirements
- Building positive, professional relationships with funding partners
- Providing accurate income forecasting and pipeline reporting
- Bringing creativity and passion in communicating FSM’s central mission to inspire funders to support us.
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of restricted funding
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Strong analytical and written skills
- Confidence working with budgets and impact data
- Experience of supporting or developing fundraising partnerships and maximising fundraising opportunities
- Experience of securing gifts from trusts, grants and foundations
- Experience in writing compelling funding applications and impact reporting
- Experience in prospecting for new business and stewarding donors face to face
- Willingness to work flexibly including events and occasional weekends.
- To subscribe to the ethos, vision and mission of FareShare Midlands
- Full clean driving license and have access to a vehicle so that travel between depots or to stakeholder meetings is possible (all travel costs reimbursed)
Skills, knowledge and abilities
- Knowledge of trust, grant and foundation fundraising, particularly around restricted funding
- Excellent communication skills, good persuading skills and good writing skills
- Excellent numeracy skills and use of Excel
- Good relationship building skills, both inside and outside an organisation
- Ability to work to meet objectives and deadlines
- Ability and experience of working well in a team
Values and behaviours
- A commitment to Equal Opportunities
- An appreciation of FareShare Midlands’ mission and vision
- Flexibility of approach and ability to work in a team
- Proven ability to develop and maintain good working relations, with both internal and external audiences
How to Apply:
If you would like to apply for this role, please create a supporting statement to demonstrate your suitability and to explain your interest in both the job and FareShare Midlands. Please send your supporting statement with a copy of your CV.
We continue to strive to ensure that the profile of our staff and volunteers reflects the diverse communities we serve across the Midlands. As such we encourage and welcome applications from all our communities. We particularly welcome applications from people from ethnically diverse backgrounds as they are currently under-represented within FareShare Midlands.
Closing date for applications is Friday 23rd January 2025.
We redistribute good quality surplus food which would otherwise go to waste and also support people to find work through our employability programme.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We’re looking for someone with energy and imagination who can demonstrate our impact and build strong relationships with funders – making the case for ambitious investigative journalism that holds power to account.
You’ll work closely with our Development Director and project leads, playing a central role in securing the resources that power our investigations. If you love variety, know how to tell a compelling story, and want to use your skills to back fearless impact-led journalism, we’d love to hear from you.
About the role
We are the UK’s largest independent non-profit investigative newsroom. Our reporting is published by media partners around the world and holds power to account across five areas: environment, health, big tech, dirty money and local power.
This role will manage 2–3 of our editorial teams, providing strategic fundraising support to help them deliver journalism that drives real-world change. While the exact portfolio will be confirmed with the successful candidate, the role will initially support 2-3 of our core teams and may also contribute to work on emerging issues such as mis- and disinformation and its impact on UK communities.
Our teams include:
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Bureau Local: Works with communities across the UK to uncover hidden stories and drive accountability. Recent work includes exposing the exploitation of migrant workers, running a community-led investigation shaped by the Trans+ community, and bringing vital transparency to the family courts through reporting and mentoring.
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Enablers: Investigates the lawyers, accountants and financial structures that enable corruption and allow illicit finance to flow through the UK. Their reporting has prompted major regulatory investigations and scrutiny.
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Big Tech: Scrutinises the power and influence of major technology companies, examining issues such as moderator working conditions, surveillance, algorithmic harms, digital rights and the impact of AI on society. Their reporting has informed safety measures, supported litigation, and strengthened public understanding of how tech shapes our lives.
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Environment: Investigates the environmental and human impacts of resource extraction, climate finance and the actions of powerful corporations. Their reporting has contributed to changes in corporate practices and prompted customers to take action - including leaving their banks.
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Global Health: Examines the systems that shape access to healthcare, the safety and quality of medicines, and the influence of corporate and political interests on global health outcomes. The team has briefed the WHO and medical practitioners, ensuring their findings inform policy and frontline practice.
Our fundraising
The Bureau is almost entirely funded through grants and donations – without our supporters, we couldn’t do what we do. Over recent years, we’ve grown to a team of 35 people with an annual income of £2.8m, backed by a committed network of trusts, foundations, and individuals.
This is an exciting time to join our fundraising team as we build on those strong relationships and explore new ways to diversify our income.
Responsibilities
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Work with project leads to develop their ideas into a strong case for support, translating complex issues into powerful, accessible narratives for funders.
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Manage relationships with existing funders, ensuring timely reporting, effective stewardship and continued support.
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Research and develop a pipeline of new prospects.
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Write compelling proposals and applications to secure new grants.
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Collaborate with our other Fundraising Manager, who leads on the remaining themes, and provide support in those areas when needed.
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Support the Bureau in identifying ways to diversify our income, such as helping to grow our major donor programme.
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Work closely with colleagues across the Bureau - from reporters and impact producers to operations and finance – and play an active part in maintaining a collaborative, supportive workplace culture.
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Pitch in on a range of fundraising tasks, big and small, to keep the Bureau in the best position to deliver its journalism.
Skills and experience
You don’t need to tick every box in this ad – we are committed to hiring people with potential. If you feel like you lack some specific experience but have the necessary drive and passion, please don’t be deterred from applying.
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Fundraising track record: 5+ years’ experience raising significant money for charities or non-profits, especially from foundations (HNW experience a bonus).
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Grants expertise: confidence managing the full cycle from initial due diligence and agreements through to reporting back about our work.
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Great communicator: able to translate complex issues into strong and compelling proposals; fluent in English.
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Researcher and analyst: skilled at identifying new funding opportunities.
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Organised: able to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines with strong attention to detail.
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Collaborative: comfortable working with colleagues at all levels in a newsroom environment.
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Creative and resourceful: able to think beyond simple metrics to make a powerful case for impact.
Experience securing funds for journalism, social justice, civil society, or human rights is desirable but not essential. People with experience raising funds for campaigning or rights-based work may be especially well-suited.
Benefits – what we offer
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25 days annual leave + Christmas closure days
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Option to work a nine-day fortnight - (by reduction in annual leave)
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Flexible and hybrid working
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Enhanced sick pay
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Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (after 12 months’ service)
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Employee Assistance Programme
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Learning and development opportunities
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Cycle to Work scheme
How to apply
Please send a CV and cover letter to our email located on our website by 19th January 2026. Interviews are scheduled for the week commencing 26 January.
If you need support with your application, such as reasonable adjustments, or have questions before applying, contact the email address located on our Fundraising Manager page. You must have the right to live and work in the UK.
Please also complete our anonymous equality monitoring form here, which helps us track who we are reaching.
Our values
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Just: We pursue what is right with integrity and fairness.
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Honest: We reveal the truth, even when uncomfortable.
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Courageous: We break new ground with ambition and tenacity.
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Inclusive: We embrace diversity, equity, and different perspectives.
Collaborative: We believe people are stronger when they work together.
Hubbub are an award-winning environmental charity that have spent over a decade making environmental action make sense, for people, communities, and businesses.
Through its campaigns and projects, delivered with partners from every sector, Hubbub makes it easier for people to make positive environmental choices. It also provides evidence and insight to businesses and government on what works, helping to shape more effective policy and business action.
Hubbub’s projects are community-focused and deliver social benefits alongside environmental impact. By listening to and including people from all walks of life, Hubbub develops solutions that work for both people and planet. This includes reducing food waste while creating social spaces through the Community Fridge Network, regifting smartphones to extend the life of tech and reduce digital isolation, and helping communities reclaim unloved spaces for growing, play, and access to nature.
Following significant growth in Trusts & Foundations income over the past 18 months, Hubbub is well placed to build on this momentum and strengthen its fundraising.
Trusts & Foundations fundraising is a core part of the role. Reporting to the Head of Trusts and Foundations, the postholder will be responsible for prospect research, relationship development and bid writing, securing restricted, project-based funding aligned to funder priorities. This includes contributing to cases for support and working with programme colleagues to shape fundable project ideas.
Alongside this, the role supports business partnerships work. This includes contributing to proposal decks and written materials and helping shape project ideas as businesses explore working with Hubbub. Partnerships are typically service- or project-based. Trusts & Foundations expertise is the priority, and Hubbub can support the postholder to develop experience in business partnerships over time.
As Development Manager, you will:
- Contribute to delivery against Hubbub’s annual team fundraising target, securing mainly restricted Trusts & Foundations income for specific projects, roles and the scaling of proven work.
- Grow the Trusts & Foundations pipeline, focusing primarily on new business and building relationships with both solicited and unsolicited prospects.
- Lead on prospect research to identify Trusts & Foundations that align with Hubbub’s priorities, programmes and way of working.
- Develop and write clear, well-targeted cases for support, working closely with Project Leads and Directors to shape fundable propositions.
- Write high-quality Trusts & Foundations bids and supporting materials, taking opportunities through to submission and reporting.
- Attend funder meetings and events as required, primarily in and around London.
- Support colleagues working on business partnerships, including contributing to proposal decks and written materials for service- and project-based partnerships that typically run for three to twenty-four months.
- Stay informed about environmental and philanthropic trends, using this insight to connect funder interests with Hubbub’s work and strategic objectives.
Person specification
Essential
- A strong track record in Trusts & Foundations fundraising, with experience personally securing high five-figure and low six-figure grants (including new business, renewals and uplifts). Examples should be clearly evidenced on your CV.
- Full-cycle experience across Trusts & Foundations fundraising, from research and cultivation through to solicitation, reporting and ongoing relationship management.
- Confidence building new funder relationships from scratch, alongside stewarding existing ones, both in person and remotely.
- Demonstrable experience researching, prioritising and converting Trusts & Foundations prospects into secured funding.
- Proven ability to develop compelling, funder-specific cases for support that respond clearly to funding criteria.
- A collaborative working style, with experience working across teams and seniority levels to deliver high-quality bids to deadline.
Desirable
- Some experience of business partnership fundraising, or a clear interest in developing skills in this area alongside core Trusts & Foundations work.
Employee benefits
Employee benefits include:
- 25 days annual leave per year excluding bank holidays PLUS 2 weeks of office closure during Christmas
- 4-week paid sabbatical with 5-years service
- 5% employer pension contribution, with an ethical pension provider
- Flexible working – the Hubbub team are asked to come to their wonderful Somerset House office one-day per week and have core hours of 10am-4pm, with flexibility to suit people’s needs. Flexible working also includes any reasonable adjustments required to enable each person at Hubbub to work to the best of their abilities
- Wellbeing – the Hubbub team’s wellbeing is crucial and they take a holistic approach, aiming to provide clarity of expectations, achievable workloads and a psychologically safe working environment where anyone can thrive. Their residency at Somerset House allows access to free counselling sessions for all of Hubbub staff.
Hubbub is partnering with QuarterFive on this appointment.
Please apply as soon as possible with a copy of your CV, ensuring it clearly aligns with the person specification (see notes in italics). A cover letter is not required at this stage. Full support with the formal application process will be provided to suitable applicants by Joe Blythe at QuarterFive.
If helpful, you may use the cover letter section of your CharityJob application to add further detail that directly relates to the person specification. Otherwise, a CV-only application is perfectly acceptable at this stage.
Closing date: Thursday 22 January
First interviews: Tuesday 3 & Wednesday 4 February
Second interviews: Wednesday 11 February
Trust Fundraising Support Officer
Hours: Part-time (14 – 17.5 hours per week)
Location: Hybrid working
Salary: £26,000 – £29,000 (Pro Rata)
Contract: Permanent
DBS: A basic check will be required
About Us
At Epilepsy Action we are inclusive, ambitious, supportive, and committed to creating a world without limits for people with epilepsy.
As we achieve the goals in our 2024 – 2030 strategy, we are excited to welcome you to our passionate, supportive and committed team.
We understand the importance of a work life balance, and that's why we have a number of ways to support our people to achieve this. By operating a flexible and supportive approach, we empower people to work in a way that suits them that also meets the need of the charity.
If you are interested in building a career you can be proud of in an inclusive and ambitious organisation, we might have the role for you!
About the Role
We are currently seeking a Trust Fundraising Support Officer to join our growing fundraising team. 2025 was our best year yet for income and this role is pivotal in helping us to take the next step in further growing our income.
This new role will play a key part in delivering funding from Trusts, Foundations and other Funders across the UK, supporting the Senior Trust Fundraising Officer to maximise our income. You will be responsible for making small-scale grant applications, and for growing our grants portfolio through identifying new funding opportunities.
There will be a range of projects to work on, providing vital support to ensure that we are increasing the number of warm Funders who regularly support the charity.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Build up a strong pipeline of prospective Funders by researching Trusts that align with Epilepsy Action’s vision and strategy.
- Secure income from small-scale charitable Trusts, Foundations, and other Grant Makers to meet individual and team targets.
- Ensure timely thanking, updates and reporting for all Grants and Donations from our rolling programme of applications.
- Use data in the CRM to analyse trends and identify opportunities.
At Epilepsy Action, we recognise the power of collaboration and teamwork, so our team members with hybrid contracts can expect to work a minimum of 40% at our office in Leeds. On average this is 2 days a week, normally on Mondays and Thursdays, for full-time employees. The expectation to collaborate face-to-face is driven in part by your role and the activities you need to do which may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to help us create a world without limits for people with epilepsy.
About You?
We are looking for a dedicated fundraiser who has:
- Experience in using specialist fundraising research tools.
- Proven communication, writing and editing skills.
- Proven experience of securing Donations, Grant income or new business.
- Familiarity with CRM systems and digital tools.
- Organisational skills is detail-oriented, and able to work to tight deadlines.
Interested?
If you are interested, click apply and you will be redirected our careers site to complete your application.
Closing Date: 9am on Monday, 9th of February 2026
Informal Chat: Week commencing 16th of February 2026
Interviews: Monday, 23rd of February 2026
Recruitment Process: We believe that having an informal chat before the formal interview process allows us and you to have an open and honest conversation about the role, our organisation culture and what attracted you to apply. This is why as part of this process we will be inviting people to a 30-minute online chat with a member of our team before inviting shortlisted candidates to a formal interview.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications therefore early applications are advised.
About Forest Peoples Programme
Forest Peoples Programme (FPP) is an international NGO that has been working with Indigenous Peoples and forest peoples for 35 years since it was established in 1990. As of 2026, we work in 18 countries across South and Central America, Africa, and Southeast Asia, with over 50 partners based in the tropical forest belt. We work directly and in solidarity with communities and peoples, supporting them to secure their rights to their traditional lands, territories, and resources, protect their forests and ways of life, and choose their own futures.
Working at local, national and global levels FPP supports indigenous peoples and forest peoples to effect change from the bottom up – grounded in struggles to advance the enjoyment of their rights and seek remedy for violations. At the same time, we work to ensure the voices and priorities of indigenous peoples and forest peoples shape national and international law and policy – e.g. relating to business and human rights, climate, and biodiversity – so that resulting regulatory and market reform better serves and respects their rights.
Role summary
Forest Peoples Programme (FPP) is recruiting a Fundraising Manager to enhance fundraising capacity and ensure long-term financial sustainability of the organisation. This new role has been designed to work closely with the Head of Programme Engagement, as well as programme and operational colleagues to increase income from philanthropic, bilateral and multilateral donors.
Location: Regular attendance at the Moreton-in-Marsh office preferred (e.g. once weekly), but remote or other hybrid arrangements may be possible for the right candidate
Hours: Negotiable for the right candidate. Part-time or full-time hours considered (no less than 3 days per week)
Responsibilities
- Proactively horizon scan for philanthropic, bilateral and multilateral funding opportunities that align with FPP’s mission and Strategic Framework Plan 2025-30.
- Take the lead in researching and assessing new multilateral funding opportunities and, if suitable, develop and implement strategies of engagement.
- Lead on researching, tracking and assessing bilateral funding opportunities and engagement.
- Develop and maintain an understanding of FPP’s country level and thematic work and related partner needs and aspirations.
- Working with colleagues in programme teams, lead the drafting of compelling, high-quality concept notes and multi-year funding proposals, including log-frames and budgets, aligned with funder priorities and organisational strategy goals.
- Lead on the project management of complex funding submissions – coordinating inputs from across programme, finance and administrative teams and ensuring comprehensive and timely submissions.
- Take an active role within the PCMT Fundraising subgroup in strategising, planning and delivering effective methods of engaging and strengthening relationships with prospective and current donors.
- Collaborate with Communications team colleagues to produce fundraising materials, and with the Monitoring Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) team to support the ongoing organisational MEAL process and the development of associated communications demonstrating impact and scale.
Person specification
Essential qualities
- Dedicated fundraising professional with a proven track record of successfully securing significant funding from government, multilateral donors and/or trusts and foundations. Exceptional writing skills with excellent ability to translate complex contexts and programme needs into compelling proposals.
- Alignment with the vision, mission and core principles of FPP’s work.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to build authentic, influential relationships both externally with funders, and internally with colleagues.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and to multiple deadlines.
Desirable qualities
- Existing contacts within relevant government agencies, multilateral donors and/or philanthropic organisations.
- French, Spanish or Bahasa language skills.
- Experience of fundraising for work in the same, or related, field to that of FPP.
- Experience of working with Indigenous Peoples and global south organisations and/or networks.
- Ability to come to the office in Moreton-in-Marsh both regularly and on an ad hoc basis as required.
- Ability to travel internationally (approximately 2 weeks per year, and unlikely to exceed a total of 5 days per trip).
Benefits
We offer a flexible, inclusive, and supportive work environment. Our benefits include 25 days’ annual leave (FTE), plus the days off between Christmas and New Year, and public holidays. We also offer enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with flexible working arrangements to help staff maintain a healthy work-life balance. We are an equal opportunities employer and value collaboration, diversity, and the unique contributions of each individual, and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
For further information and to apply, please visit our website.
Deadline for applications: 5.00pm on Sunday 8th February 2026 (UK time).
Estimated interview dates: w/c 23rd February 2026.
Only those candidates that are short-listed for interview will be contacted.
FPP is unable to sponsor visa applications for this role.
We encourage candidates to apply who do not strictly meet all the criteria listed above and yet are confident in their transferable skills. We value individuals who demonstrate commitment to FPP’s vision, mission and core principles, motivation to learn, and the potential to thrive in the role. When reviewing the specified essential and desirable qualities, remember that relevant experience can be demonstrated through academic studies, work experience (paid or voluntary), lived experience, skills, and achievements from any area of your life that relates to this role.
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A rare and exciting opportunity to support the fundraising and strategic development of a wide range of Charities in the UK, as part of a friendly and supportive consulting team.
Charity Fundraising Ltd provides a comprehensive range of fundraising, strategic consultancy and evaluation services to Charities and other not-for-profit organisations. Established in 2000, our services range from grant and contract bid writing and review, to developing fundraising strategies, developing M&E frameworks and undertaking project and programme evaluations. We also offer a range of strategic support, mentoring and training. We work with lots of amazing charities, both local and national, small and large, across the UK, covering themes such as: Homelessness; addiction; youth; community; disability; mental health; minoritised groups; medical conditions; heritage; environment and more.
We are seeking an exceptional fundraiser who can offer a strong track record of driving organisational growth in the voluntary sector. Multi-year experience in two or more of the following core service areas is essential:
- Achieving major grant funding from trusts, foundations, lottery distributors, public sector agencies or similar.
- Planning and developing successful contract tender submissions.
- Planning and developing successful fundraising strategies and action plans.
- Major Donor, Legacy or Corporate fundraising strategy and delivery
The role is varied and interesting - managing a portfolio of clients and supporting them directly or strategically with their fundraising, impact evaluation and organisational development. Our consultants are all employees and we work closely together as a supportive team, sharing and developing skills and knowledge. We anticipate the appointee may not hold experience across all core areas of our services. We will enable the appointee to focus on projects that play to their strengths and experience and provide further support and training as necessary.
Based from home (must be UK resident), with ad hoc client and team meetings/socials (all travel paid), mostly within England. All IT equipment provided. Full-time or part-time (minimum 0.8 FTE - 28 hrs).
Benefits include: 24 days paid annual leave (pro rata), 5% employers pension contribution, potential cash / annual leave bonus, CPD budget and paid CPD time + lots of opportunity to learn from our experienced consultant team.
Please note that applications will only be considered where the screening questions are fully completed.
Here's what some of our team say about working for Charity Fundraising Ltd:
"I don’t think I have ever worked with such a nice bunch of people, everyone has been very welcoming, supportive and just all round lovely"
"I really enjoy working for CF because I get to work independently with a diverse range of interesting clients, and am also part of a great, supportive team - best of all worlds!"
“Supportive and fun team; and great to learn new ideas from others fundraising skills, knowledge and expertise”
"I love being part of such a passionate, professional team and who prides itself on building close working relationships with each other and with our clients."
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
ABOUT US
Women at the Well is a support service for women based in the King’s Cross area of central London. We provide practical support and advocacy to women facing a wide range of disadvantages, and we have a specialism in working with women whose lives have been affected by prostitution and/or sexual exploitation. We are trauma informed, holistic and woman-centred. We deliver our mission through three interconnected services:
1. A women only drop-in service
2. An advocacy service
3. An outreach service
We take referrals from many external partners and while we have a hub-centre in Kings Cross we are a pan-London service. Read more about our work in our impact report.
Women at the Well has supported thousands of women over more than twenty years work in London. We see the complex ways in which women’s inequality, racism, disability and poor health, educational disadvantage, trauma in childhood, migration and the hostile immigration environment can all lead to significant social and economic disadvantages and harm. In our work we meet women who have experienced repeated and extensive abuse, and who are often homeless, living with addictions and/or mental health issues, and in poverty. We see how these women are at high risk of a range of sexually exploitative behaviours including prostitution. As well as providing tailored support, we aim to speak up for the rights of women to live lives free from abuse.
JOB PURPOSE:
The Head of Fundraising & Partnerships will lead the development and delivery of Women at The Well’s fundraising strategy, ensuring we build the sustainable and diverse income base needed to continue supporting women facing extraordinary disadvantage, exploitation and harm. As a senior, hands-on fundraiser, the postholder will take responsibility for income generation across trusts and foundations, individual philanthropy, corporate partnerships and community fundraising, while building the systems, relationships and communications that underpin long-term growth.
Working closely with the CEO—an experienced trusts fundraiser—the postholder will identify opportunities, cultivate relationships, steward supporters, craft compelling cases for support, and drive forward multi-stream fundraising with clarity and purpose. They will coordinate the CEO’s involvement in major fundraising opportunities and act as a strategic partner, ensuring the organisation’s leadership has what they need to secure transformational funding.
This role sits at the heart of a small, values-driven team committed to trauma-informed, women-centred work. The postholder must bring emotional resilience, sound judgement and a deep respect for the dignity and lived experiences of the women who use our service. Regular presence in our King’s Cross centre is important for relationship-building and grounding fundraising work in the mission, though we offer flexibility in working patterns for the right candidate.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.

