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Job title: Head of Marketing and Fundraising
Responsible to: Chief Executive Officer
Hours of work: 37.5 per week
Salary: £45,0000 (subject to skills and experience)
Location: Stowmarket, Suffolk
Contract term: Permanent (with a probationary review at 3 months)
Job purpose:
To provide experienced and effective strategic leadership, and operational delivery, of the fundraising and marketing initiatives of The Mix and its trading subsidiary, 127 Trading Ltd, to generate a diverse and sustainable stream of income to enable The Mix to deliver its charitable activities in the years ahead.
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic fundraising and marketing professional to develop and execute an ambitious commercial strategy to enable us to provide even greater support to young people in Suffolk.
Background
The Mix Stowmarket Ltd. is an established youth charity working with young people aged 9–25 across Mid Suffolk. With a committed team, a flagship youth centre, and a trading arm, 127 Trading Ltd, operating two cafés, we’re rooted in community impact and innovation.
We exist to inspire, empower, and support young people to build resilience, thrive, and unlock their full potential. Working from our centre in Stowmarket and a second base in Needham Market, we deliver a diverse range of programmes including youth mentoring, alternative education, school-based support, and open-access youth sessions. Our work is shaped by strong values, a solution-focused’ approach, and a deep belief in the potential of every young person.
Alongside our charitable work, we operate a social enterprise trading arm, 127 Trading Ltd, which runs two cafés that provide training and employment opportunities for young people, whilst generating vital income for our work. With a committed team of staff and volunteers and a passion for partnership, The Mix is a trusted and innovative force for positive youth development in Suffolk.
We have recently appointed our new Chief Executive Officer who takes up post in October 2025. We now seek a strategic and operationally savvy Head of Fundraising and Marketing to support the senior team as they lead The Mix into its next chapter, with prime responsibility to generate a diverse and sustainable stream of income to enable The Mix to deliver its charitable activities in the years ahead.
Overview of the role
As the organisation’s Head of Fundraising and Marketing, you will be an experienced, ambitious, enthusiastic, and dynamic professional, who is passionate about fundraising and maximising income generation.
Working closely with our new CEO and committed trustees and staff, you will develop and implement fundraising and marketing strategies that align to our vision and drive the expansion of our crucial support to young people in Suffolk.
You will have a thorough understanding of planning, organising, and delivering successful fundraising campaigns, initiatives, and events with a strong attention-to-detail. You will be comfortable working at a leadership and strategic level but also unafraid to roll up your sleeves and create bids, funding proposals, and marketing materials.
You will be a natural ambassador, working with the CEO to build partnerships at the local and regional level, and your ambassadorial skills will help raise our profile and leverage our networks and connections.
The Head of Fundraising and Marketing is responsible for the day-to-day marketing and management oversight of The Mix and 127 Trading Ltd and the management of its marketing staff and budgets.
Critical to your success will be a genuine passion and enthusiasm for transforming the lives of young people.
You may come from the youth, charity, health, education, or social enterprise sectors. We welcome candidates who can bring the vision, leadership, and heart to shape the future of fundraising and marketing at The Mix.
Main Responsibilities
1. Strategic leadership
· Develop and lead the multi-channel fundraising and marketing strategy to meet agreed income targets and support
long-term sustainability for both The Mix and 127 Trading Ltd.
· Work closely with the CEO and Trustees, to align fundraising efforts with the strategic goals of the charity and bring insight into income generation and stakeholder engagement.
· Actively contribute to the senior leadership team, shaping organisational policies and strategic direction, ensuring the integration of fundraising, marketing and operational activities.
2. Fundraising and income generation
· Drive the development of diverse income streams, including major donor fundraising, corporate partnerships, individual giving, legacies, lotteries, community fundraising and events.
· Proactively seek new opportunities to secure long-term, multi-year funding through well-targeted funding applications and corporate proposals.
· Build strong partner relationships with a focus on stewardship, retention, and growth.
· Monitor performance, analyse data, and drive continuous improvement.
· Chair the Fundraising sub-committee and contribute to the Data, Impact and Evidence Action Group
· Responsible for completion of all bids, grants and funding applications and ensuring that funders receive appropriate ongoing feedback.
3. Marketing and communications
· Develop marketing materials and campaigns that effectively communicate the charity’s mission, vision and achievements to various audiences for both The Mix and 127 Trading Ltd.
· Lead the management of digital platforms, ensuring consistent and inspiring content across all channels, including the website, social media, email and printed materials.
· Ensure that brand messaging is consistent, clear and aligned across The Mix and 127 Trading Ltd to enhance public recognition and reputation.
· Grow awareness of the charity at a local and regional level, monitoring success through market research.
· Develop compelling narratives and stories of the charity’s impact to engage partners and encourage continued support.
4. Team leadership and development
· Lead and develop the Fundraising & Marketing team, fostering a collaborative and positive culture.
· Mentor and support team members in achieving their professional development goals, ensuring they attain business objectives.
· Regularly monitor and review team performance to meet income generation and communication objectives.
5. Operational excellence
· Ensure compliance with data protection laws, fundraising regulations and ethical guidelines across all fundraising and marketing activities.
· Review and improve the use of the website and develop systems to track donor engagement, monitor income and ensure data integrity and transparency.
· Work closely with finance and operations teams to oversee the management and monitoring of fundraising targets.
·Work closely with the Youth Work team to provide insight to funding opportunities available and marketing and fundraising activities occurring.
Please also refer to the job description for further details.
The Mix Stowmarket Ltd. is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any job offers are subject to the completion of satisfactory pre-employment checks and role-specific DBS (criminal records) checks
We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all recruitment decisions are based on merit. We do not discriminate against individuals based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race (ethnicity) including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
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At Ambitious about Autism we're currently looking for a Senior Prospect Researcher to join our team.
You will be critical in strategically driving our growth, improving practices and increasing efficiency, through guiding and supporting colleagues across the fundraising department. You will work particularly closely with the Major Donor, Trusts and Foundations and Corporate Teams to help grow pipelines and bring to the forefront the most exciting opportunities.
You'll develop processes and tools relating to prospect research, such as pipeline management and prospect propensity evaluations. You'll also lead regular pipeline review meetings to support, guide and motivate fundraisers to drive movement through pipelines.
We are looking for someone who has:
- Proven experience of identifying and qualifying potential new major donors, trusts, senior volunteers and corporates, resulting in further income for the organisation
- Proven experience in communicating effectively and presenting data, information, trends and recommendations effectively with a wide range of audiences
- Experience of forming, maintaining and growing working relationships and ability to influence and persuade
- An understanding of trends and developments across the high value fundraising sector, as well as prospect research
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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About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart or develop your career in fundraising. You'll be at the heart of our donor care and fundraising operations, helping us build strong relationships, deliver excellent supporter experiences, and raise vital funds for life-changing medical research.
Why this role matters
We fund the brightest minds in science to tackle the biggest challenges in human health. But to do that, we need reliable voluntary income streams and a thriving network of supporters. Your role will be essential in helping us grow that support by keeping fundraising engine running smoothly and making every donor feel valued.
About You
You're eager to learn, and ready to grow your career in fundraising. You love working with people, have a sharp eye for detail, and thrive in a fast-paced, purpose driven environment.
You're someone who:
- Has experience of providing an excellent level of customer service
- Can maintain accurate records
- Is able to communicate clearly in writing and verbally with colleagues and other stakeholders
- Can work in an organised and methodical manner with excellent attention to detail
- Is able to demonstrate a high level of IT skills specifically Word and Excel
- Demonstrate good research and analytical skills
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
At the Medical Research Foundation, we believe that diversity drives creativity and innovation. We are dedicated to promoting equality of opportunity, fostering fairness and inclusion, and creating an environment where everyone feels that they belong. We welcome applications from minoritised groups including those from Black, Asian, and minority ethic backgrounds, disabled people and members of the LGBTQI+ community
This is a rolling recruitment process. We will shortlist suitable candidates as and when they apply. It is recommended that interested candidates apply as soon as possible.
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Fundraising Manager
Hours: 37 hours a week
Salary: £44,100 per annum
Location: Hybrid/Flexible - we have buildings in Brighton, Haywards Heath, Burgess Hill, Horsham and Bognor Regis, giving flexibility to choose your main base and/or home working.
Closing Date: Sunday 5th October, 11.59 pm
*We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Please note that we are unable to accept sponsorship applications, and you will need the Right to Work in the UK.
Are you and experienced fundraiser that can hold and deliver a strategy?
We’re looking for an experienced fundraiser who can work alone and confidently to shape and grow our fundraising income.
At Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove (AUKWSBH), we’re proud of the difference we make but we know we can’t stand still. With an ageing population and increasing demand for our services, we’re looking for a highly experienced Fundraiser Manager to help us grow our voluntary income and deepen our impact even further.
This is a pivotal role, leading the development and delivery of a sustainable fundraising strategy that supports our mission to help people love later life.
You will initially work alone as we shape and grow the team going forward. You’ll be confident and assertive in working across the different fundraising income streams and with your knowledge and experience, guide us on what we need to do next.
What You’ll Do
- Raise at least £500,000 in new money per annum, with a robust fundraising plan.
- Be an exceptional storyteller and writer, who can translate our impact into powerful cases for support across applications, campaigns and donor appeals.
- Shape the future of fundraising at AUKWSBH, advising on priorities and helping to grow the team.
What You’ll Bring
- Knowledge and expertise in all areas of raising voluntary income, knowing where to spend time and energy for an organisation of our size and location.
- Confidence and compliance of fundraising best practice, fundraising governance and law.
- The ability to work independently, with the scope and ambition to grow the fundraising function and resources over time, including the possibility of line managing staff in future.
What We’ll Offer
- An opportunity to create lasting impact across a well-loved and ambitious organisation.
- A vibrant, values-driven culture where your voice and work matters.
- A flexible, supportive team with big plans and a collaborative mindset.
- Hybrid working, with the option to choose your main base from one of our centres (Brighton, Haywards Heath, Horsham, Burgess Hill or Bognor Regis), with the option of home working.
Benefits
We value our team and offer a brilliant benefits package, including:
- Flexible working options
- Ongoing professional development
- 28 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part-time roles)
- Blue Light Card eligibility
- BUPA Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- 4% auto-enrolment pension with life assurance
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Electric Vehicle Scheme
How to Apply
To apply, please read the full Job Description and get to know us at Welcome to Age UK West Sussex, Brighton and Hove. Then submit your tailored CV and a covering letter (no more than 3 pages) explaining how you meet the person specification. We embrace innovation (yes, AI too!), but most importantly, we want to hear your voice.
Alternatively you can download our application form Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove (aukwsbh) current vacancies.
Please note applications without a cover letter will not be shortlisted.
As a Disability Confident employer, we offer a guaranteed interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. If this applies to you, please indicate this clearly in your application.
We are unable to accept sponsorship applications and you will need the Right to Work in the UK.
The successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS check.
Who We Are
At Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove, we’re on a mission to change the way we age. As a local, independent charity and proud network partner of the national Age UK, we’re the go-to for expert guidance and support in later life. Whether it’s tackling issues like poverty, ageism and loneliness or helping people stay healthy, independent, informed and connected—we ensure that no one has to navigate later life alone.
Through our advice services, wellbeing programmes and vibrant community centres, we empower older people with the support, companionship and activities they need to live life to the fullest. Our VIP values—Valued, Included, Passionate—drive everything we do, creating welcoming spaces where everyone feels heard and respected.
If you want to make a real difference, come and join us.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
We’re proud to be building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve. We believe in removing barriers so that everyone, regardless of background, age, or ability, has the opportunity to thrive.
As part of our commitment to the Disability Confident programme, we actively support applications from disabled candidates and ensure fair, inclusive recruitment practices. We offer a guaranteed interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. We also value the experience and contributions of older workers and are committed to age-friendly employment practices that support people at every stage of life.
We encourage individuals to let us know about any reasonable adjustments they may need, whether during the application process, interviews, or in the workplace, to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for all applicants.
If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, or need support with your application, please let us know.
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A fantastic opportunity to join a small but growing team of committed staff working to support children with brain tumours and their families.
Leading our T&F applications, you will have a deep-understanding of the trusts and foundations (as well as corporate foundations) landscape and you will have experience of working with Senior Management Teams to ensure successful applications for larger grants (£20k+). You will have proven success in securing multi-year funding and building healthy pipelines with the skills to write compelling and evidence-based applications and reports.
Remote role with travel to our Cambridge office at least quarterly.
Please note, we will interview as we receive applications and appoint to this role before the deadline should we find a suitable candidate. Therefore, please do submit your CV as early as possible.
We believe that every child with a brain tumour should have access to the mental health support that they need, as well as their loved ones.

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The Queen’s Reading Room is the charity founded by Her Majesty Queen Camilla in 2023. We believe that books make us happier, healthier and better connected, having a strong positive impact on our mental health, brain health and social connectedness. We’re on a mission to get more people reading more, for all the transformative benefits of books.
Our work is in three areas: neuroscientific study to understand the lifelong benefits of regular reading; the production of accessible content and events; and grassroots work to help shelters and refuges access books and shared reading groups, in partnership with organisations like St Mungo’s, The Elm Foundation and Reading for Wellbeing.
Our audience is predominantly digital, reaching 12 million people annually in 183 countries. We’re concerned that the UK is currently facing a reading crisis, with children’s reading rates the lowest on record and 1 in 2 adults not having read nor listened to a single book last year. We’re working hard to change that.
About the Role
The Queen’s Reading Room is funded entirely by grants, donations, sponsorship and income from events. We’re looking for a vibrant and well-connected individual to join the small but agile team, to lead this function within the charity and design and set up a fundraising committee. You will build on a strong base of income generation and work to sustain and expand it.
You will be responsible for building the fundraising strategy with the charity’s CEO and Board of Trustees; for identifying appropriate opportunities to generate funding in the UK and internationally; and for the targets agreed by the CEO and board. You will be comfortable with, and have experience in, the world of high profile and high net-worth individuals, legacy fundraising, fundraising and friendraising events. You will know how to build relationships with individual donor prospects along with charitable trusts, foundations and other institutional funders. You will attend networking events and meetings with potential donors.
Your role will include devising and creating fundraising events; securing sponsorship for events and festivals; contributing to the writing and submitting of funding applications to charitable trusts and foundations; and advising and providing suitable copy for fundraising marketing and digital materials. You will work with the team to create case studies and grant reports, sharing and telling great stories to supporters to ensure that they understand the difference that their donations make and with a view to securing repeat support.
You’ll create new relationships by preparing and delivering pitches, talks and presentations and prepare reports and give presentations on fundraising progress to the CEO and the Board of Trustees.
You will join as a key member of the organisation, alongside the CEO, Director of Operations, Director of MarComms, Head of Talent, Head of Production and Team Researcher.
About You
Our ideal candidate will have a proven track record of significant and sustained income generation. You’ll have a track record of managing and developing relationships with individual donors and be committed to building good internal and external relationships. You will have experience of performing due diligence and have a careful and considered approach to fundraising. Your knowledge of the fundraising market will be excellent. You will understand the complexity of the charity landscape and the sensitivities of the role. You will understand the need for confidentiality to be paramount.
Strong writing and presentation skills are essential.
There will be a lot going on at once, so we’ll be looking for someone who is flexible with changing priorities and who has excellent administrative, IT, organisational and planning skills. You’ll be able to prioritise your workload, manage administration and be able to work independently. You will be an excellent team player but be able to take responsibility for your own work stream.
You’ll have a passion for charity work and a strong commitment to the organisational ethos and goals of The Queen’s Reading Room.
Details
Part/ full time negotiable.
6 month probation, during which time, the candidate must have raised the equivalent of their salary.
Office-based in London Victoria, with remote team members.
You need to be eligible to work in the UK to be considered for this role.
The charity working to celebrate and promote the power and benefits of reading; founded by Her Majesty Queen Camilla.
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Do you have exceptional relationship building skills?
Are you seeking a fulfilling community focused role?
If so, we would love to hear from you as we are looking for a motivated and passionate Area Fundraising Manager to join our team! You’ll work alongside two other Area Fundraising Managers and the Head of Public Fundraising in delivering an ambitious fundraising target
As the Area Fundraising Manager, you will be the driving force behind the growth and success in fundraising in the area. This will be delivered through empowering and inspiring the local community including individuals, groups, businesses and schools, to fundraise for Demelza.
At Demelza we support children with serious or life-limiting conditions and their families, providing them with care and support, from first diagnosis and for as long as we are needed. To help support even more children and families, we’re looking for a passionate Area Fundraising Manager to join our team.
This is a full time role and requires weekend and evening working with the ability to travel independently.
We deliver extraordinary care to extraordinary children facing serious or life-limiting conditions, providing support for all the family.

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Fundraising Manager
We are seeking an ambitious Fundraising Manager to grow income and support thousands of rural young people across England and Wales.
- Salary: Circa £37,000 -£40,000pa
- Location: Warwickshire, Hybrid 2-3 days per week from home
- Hours: Full-time: 37.5 hours/week Core hours 10am-4pm (occasional evenings/weekends)
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing Date: 26th September 2025 Interviews: On a rolling basis
About the Role
We’re looking for a motivated and experienced Fundraising Manager to secure funding of one of the UK’s most vibrant rural youth charities. This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference, supporting young people through training, competitions, skills certificates and travel.
You will take the lead in developing and delivering fundraising strategies that grow income from trusts, foundations, corporate partners, and individual donors. The role requires someone who can spot opportunities, write compelling bids, and nurture long-term relationships with funders and supporters.
Key Responsibilities
- Researching and identifying new funding opportunities
- Writing persuasive funding applications, reports, and case studies
- Growing income from trusts and foundations
- Building corporate partnerships and sponsorships
- Developing innovative individual giving campaigns
- Creating fundraising toolkits for local clubs and federations
- Tracking income and reporting against targets
- Collaborating closely with marketing and communications teams
About You
You may have experience in a membership-based organisation, ideally in the sporting, horse racing, countryside, or youth sector, and now want to use your skills to benefit rural young people.
You’ll be:
- A confident communicator, able to build rapport with funders, volunteers, and young people
- An experienced bid writer with a track record of securing income from trusts, foundations, or corporate partners
- Empathetic, with a genuine passion for youth development
- Charismatic and personable, able to connect naturally with rural communities and young people
- Proactive, creative, and always seeking new ways to grow income and engage supporters
- Career focussed
About the Organisation
Our client is a national charity covering England and Wales, committed to empowering young people in rural areas. Through a wide range of programmes, from sports and training to community projects, they help thousands of young people develop skills, confidence, and leadership. Joining them means contributing to a vibrant and meaningful cause, working with passionate colleagues who care about rural youth.
Other roles you may have experience of could include:
Fundraising Officer, Development Manager, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Trusts and Grants Officer, Membership Development Manager, Head of Fundraising, Philanthropy
Birmingham Cathedral is a beautiful building with a wonderful community of worshippers, volunteers and staff. We are inspired by a strong sense of social justice, a passion for supporting those who are marginalised within the city and a commitment to celebrating all that is wonderful in our diverse city and diocese. We strive for our Cathedral to be fully representative of the richly diverse communities we serve, and have an unwavering desire to share God’s love, and the good news of Jesus Christ in a spirit of service.
Birmingham Cathedral demonstrates daily its attraction as a house of prayer to the people of the city and its international visitors. Alongside daily worship, enriched by the Anglican choral tradition, the Cathedral hosts diocesan, regional and national events and is responsive to immediate community needs for celebration and lament. With growing confidence and newly refurbished Burne-Jones windows, the Cathedral has a clear vision and strategy. The Cathedral’s strategic plan focusses on three priorities: Pray, Serve and Grow and gives Birmingham Cathedral a clear sense of purpose and direction.
The Fundraising Manager will be instrumental in supporting the wider team with our fundraising efforts. They will work closely with the Senior Management Team and the External Relations department along with the wider cathedral community. The Fundraising Manager will be responsible for trust and grangt funding applications as well as identifying new potential sources of income.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential
Experience in a Fundraising / Development role.
Demonstrable capacity to raise funds from trusts and foundations.
Exceptional communication skills, together with a confident and professional approach.
Must be self-motivated whilst understanding the importance of working as part of a team.
Sympathetic towards and supportive of the mission and values of the cathedral.
High level of administrative competence and comfortable handling and reporting on financial information.
The ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with a range of people including cathedral colleagues and external organisations.
Willingness to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends and public holidays as required.
Experience of working towards and delivering against an agreed financial target.
Empathy with the ethos of the Church of England.
Birmingham Cathedral is a Christian Church of the Anglican Communion and the seat of the Bishop of Birmingham. As the Church of England cathedral chur

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This is a new role at Befriending Networks, as we seek someone who is up for the challenge of fundraising to support the continuation of our work in supporting the network of befriending organisations and ensuring that meaningful social connection is available to all.
The role will work closely with the CEO to deliver a fundraising strategy, which will focus on trusts, grant-givers, and corporate collaborations across the UK.
You will be a skilled communicator, and you will be influential in how you present our work. You will be a self-starter and someone who takes pride in producing high-quality work. You will be courageous and curious as you work to position Befriending Networks as an investable charity.
The key focus of this role
1. Generate income from small grants from trusts and foundations for specific projects and activities over the short to medium term.
2. Assist the CEO in the preparation of strategic grant applications for work across the UK, with an initial focus on England, Scotland and Wales to deliver key priorities of our Strategic Plan over the longer term.
3. Development of potential corporate partnerships and collaborations.
A society where quality befriending support is available to everyone who needs it, and the importance of meaningful connection is recognised.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £32,000-£36,000
Contract: Full Time
Location: London hybrid – 2 days per week
Closing date: 18th August
Benefits: 30 days holiday per year, plus bank holidays, 5.5% employer pension contributions, flexible working
We have a great opportunity for a Trusts Officer working for a wonderful health charity. This role is an excellent opportunity for someone with Trusts fundraising experience to manage their own portfolio of funders, leading on all stages of the cultivation cycle from prospect identification to stewardship to retain existing supporters and generate new business.
Proactive and tenacious, you will enjoy building relationships with funders via phone and email, using this insight to craft compelling and high-quality funding proposals and update reports which match funder interests.
To be successful as the Trusts Officer, you will need:
- Experience in creating bespoke written proposals and impact reports, with a track record of building and managing a pipeline of funders
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail
- Robust IT skills with experience using a CRM database or equivalent to update and maintain accurate donor information.
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Emma and quote the reference 2680EI
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
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This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to help us increase our income from mid-level and major donors, trusts and foundations, and legacies.
This is an exciting time to join our charity, Cambridge is changing rapidly, and we are working hard to tackle issues such as the loss of nature, climate change and access to green space. We have inspiring new projects to expand habitats and green spaces on the Gog Magog Hills, to create a new wetland at our Coton Reserve, to plant trees and woodlands and to save one of Cambridge’s oldest buildings. Right now, the work of our charity is needed more than ever before, and we need the financial resources to be able to step up and make even more of a difference.
Committed to our causes, you will use your donor cultivation skills to strengthen existing relationships and use your research and networking skills to identify and cultivate new opportunities. Your excellent written and development skills will enable you to work with colleagues to turn their visions into compelling proposals for funders and our wider support base. Your knowledge of fundraising best practice will ensure that we deliver an excellent donor experience.
You will be an effective worker with an eye for detail who can use your experience to fulfil the administrative and reporting requirements of the funds you are helping to raise.
You will work alongside our Membership & Communications Manager and have some support from our Administrative Assistant. You will also be supported in your work by the CEO, trustees, volunteers, and external contractors.
You will be part of a friendly and committed management team where you can make a difference, and your work will have an impact.
Our office is in an 18th century building overlooking the beautiful Wandlebury estate. Wandlebury is located on top of the Gog Magog Hills just south of Cambridge.
To apply, please upload the following:
• Your full CV
• A covering letter telling us how you meet the person specification and job description for this role; also tell us why you would like the job
• Contact details for two referees (who will not be approached without your permission)
• First (online) interviews to be held on 06 and 07 October (please state if you are not available on those dates as we could be flexible)
Closing date for applications: 28 September 2025
If you would like an informal chat about this role, or have any questions, please contact James Littlewood, CEO, via the CPPF office.
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Fundraising Manager
We are seeking an experienced Fundraising Manager to develop and deliver income generation from charitable trusts, foundations, and corporate partners.
In this role, you’ll drive forward our trusts, foundations, and corporate partnerships work to build strong, mutually beneficial relationships to support our mission. You’ll identify and develop opportunities, create inspiring funding proposals, and provide excellent stewardship to ensure all funders and partners feel valued, engaged, and motivated to continue their support. You’ll also maintain a healthy and active pipeline of new prospects, supporting the long-term sustainability of our work.
This is a rewarding, hands-on role for someone who loves relationship-building, is confident working with funders and corporate partners, and is excited to be part of a charity making a real difference to trans youth across the UK.This role is:
- Remote (UK-based)
- Part time (20 hours per week)
- Salary p/a £23,500 (FTE £37,600)
Apply now and help shape the future of an organisation making a real difference to the lives of trans young people.
Closing date: Monday 22 September 2025
Supporting trans, non-binary and gender-diverse children, young people and their families since 1995

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Eden Brown is delighted to be partnering with an incredible Birmingham based Charity that provides trauma informed services including holistic support and advocacy to enable women to reach their potential.
About the Role
You will be responsible for developing the stewardship of existing trusts and foundations, increasing engagement and demonstrating impact to maintain strong, long-term partnerships. You will also grow existing relationships, identifying opportunities to secure increased, repeat, or multi-year funding. You will contribute to the development of the fundraising and communications strategy.
About you
You must have;
- A Proven track record of raising significant funds from trusts and foundations, including six- and seven-figure funders
- Experience developing high-quality, creative funding applications and reports, combining narrative and financial information.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical or financial information clearly and persuasively
- Knowledge of the women's sector and issues affecting women as well as familiarity with funders supporting women's sector work is desirable
Please note that this is a hybrid role with time spent in the office in Birmingham ( 3 days per week) Please note Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010 applies to this post and we are looking at applications on a rolling basis. To be involved in something really quite special please call 07442607841.
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Senior Events Officer
35 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9am–5pm (some evenings and weekends)
Permanent
Hybrid working – home-based and in Alton, Hampshire (two days a week)
£30,000–£34,000 (depending on experience)
About the Role
Are you passionate about creating unforgettable experiences? As our Senior Events Officer, you’ll take the lead in planning and delivering a portfolio of high-profile fundraising events that inspire, engage and make a real difference for kidney patients. From overseeing event logistics and marketing to managing budgets and nurturing supporter relationships, you’ll ensure every event runs smoothly and every supporter feels valued.
You’ll also mentor and guide either our Event Officer or Fundraising Assistant, helping to build a high-performing team that shares your passion for delivering outstanding events.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and love seeing your ideas come to life, this is the role for you.
Join an ambitious Fundraising team that has been growing non-legacy income 34% year-on-year since 2021
What You’ll Do
- Lead the planning, management, and delivery of a varied portfolio of fundraising and challenge events, for example: Cambridge Half Marathon | The Big Half | London Landmarks Half Marathon | Manchester Half Marathon | Virtual Challenges (Marathon May, October Dog Walk) | Great North Run | Cardiff Half Marathon | Do your own thing | plus other events as agreed
- Oversee event budgets, monitoring costs and ensuring financial targets are met.
- Line-manage, coach and support the Fundraising Assistant to ensure team success.
- Develop and implement marketing and recruitment strategies to maximise participation and income.
- Deliver exceptional supporter experiences, ensuring participants feel valued and inspired.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, agencies and partners.
- Ensure all events comply with health, safety, insurance and risk regulations.
- Evaluate event performance and produce insightful reports to drive continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with colleagues across fundraising and communications teams for integrated campaigns.
- Keep up-to-date with market trends, exploring new opportunities for the charity.
What You’ll Bring
- A minimum of two years’ experience in a fundraising or events role, with a proven ability to deliver successful events.
- Proven experience in organising challenge events, using creativity and strategy to maximise participation and revenue.
- Line management experience, coaching and inspiring colleagues to reach their potential.
- Excellent project management skills – you can juggle multiple events and deadlines with ease.
- A creative flair for spotting opportunities, developing ideas and executing them flawlessly.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills – you know how to build lasting relationships.
- A passionate, energetic, and self-motivated approach to delivering excellent supporter experiences.
- Experience managing budgets and suppliers to ensure smooth event delivery.
- An eye for detail and a knack for problem-solving, keeping events running seamlessly.
Desirable:
- Experience with Beacon or other fundraising databases.
- Knowledge of fundraising regulations and data protection.
- Understanding of long-term or chronic health conditions.
Why Join Us?
Kidney Care UK is at the forefront of supporting people affected by kidney disease. By joining our events team, you’ll play a key role in helping us engage with supporters, raise vital funds, and make a tangible impact on people’s lives. Plus, you’ll get to work in a supportive, friendly and flexible environment where your ideas and creativity are celebrated.
Employee Benefits:
Opportunities to take on an apprenticeship: Fundraiser (level 3) - apprenticeship training course
Employee assistance programme | Generous annual leave | Pension | Cycle2Work scheme | Flexible working | Retail discounts | Family leave | Health cash plan
We are the UK's leading kidney patient support charity





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