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Our purpose is simple: to save lives at sea. 24 hours a day, every day, RNLI lifesavers are ready to launch to the rescue. We’re looking for a new Philanthropy Manager, homebased in the South East of England, to join our expanding Philanthropy Team. The Philanthropy Team supports the RNLI by working with individuals who are passionate about our work and want to make a difference through high-value gifts.
This is an exciting time to join the team as we are about to embark on a £150m capital appeal which the Philanthropy Team will be a key part of delivering. This is a new role, our second in the South East, and you will work closely with our experienced Philanthropy Manager who has been managing the whole area. You will have a dedicated geography of focus around but not exclusive to Essex, Kent, East Sussex, West Sussex, Surrey and part of London.
Some of the benefits
- Flexible working
- 26 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Competitive pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Health and dental cash plan option
- Training & Development in Major Giving
Your role
As a Philanthropy Manager, you will be tasked with focus on the following areas:
- Growing and managing a portfolio of up to 70-90 major donors, to solicit and close five, six and seven figure gifts
- Building compelling cases for support that inspire and align with donors’ interests and identified needs
- Developing and hosting a small number of engagement, prospecting, and recognition events
- Providing excellent customer service and stewardship
About you
We’re looking for someone who loves meeting people and has a natural aptitude for selling and prospecting. You’ll thrive on developing relationships, inspiring others in the work of the RNLI. Your great communication skills will allow you to flex your style to a wider range of audiences, whether colleagues, senior stakeholders, donors or prospects. You’ll be self-motivated working as part of a remote team and be comfortable working outside regular office hours and travelling occasionally within the rest of the UK and Ireland as the job demands.
To be considered as a Philanthropy Manager, you will need:
- Ideally you will be able to have easy access to your key geographical areas highlighted above
- Relevant or transferable experience of account managing and developing and maintaining excellent relationships with individuals. You excel at Customer Service.
- Experience of working with stakeholders at all levels both internal and external, securing and managing meetings with senior stakeholders, flexing style to the audience.
- Excellent numerical skills and ability to prepare financial information, and ability to discuss and present complex information, and the ability to communicate with passion and authority
- This post requires a valid driving licence
So, as a Philanthropy Manager if you have the drive and enthusiasm to be part of our One Crew to achieve our Philanthropy goals and want to see how you can support our organisation’s aim to reduce drowning, this could be the role for you. To apply, please visit our jobs page.
Closing date: 9 August 2026.
Interview date: 18 August 2026.
The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).
Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.
In the last four years we have tripled our turnover, moved from delivery at one site to having thirteen outreaches and have doubled the number of clients we are seeing. We are now looking for an enthusiastic, full time Welfare Benefits Worker to build up a much needed Welfare Rights Unit. We have a small unit of volunteers who support clients with appeals, and our next stage is to build a volunteer based form filling service. Whilst holding a small caseload of your own, it is the development of this service that would be your principal task.
To be successful you will need to be a qualified Citizens Advice Adviser, preferably with experience of delivering Benefits casework, and to be able to develop and lead volunteers. If the longer term Welfare Rights Unit project interests you but this post would not be an option for you as it stands, we would also welcome a conversation.
Our service operates to very high standards, but we also work hard to make it an enjoyable and supportive work environment.
If this sounds like a team you would fit into please e-mail your updated CV and a covering letter to Chris Roberts, Chief Executive using the e-mail title “Benefits vacancy”.
Applications close at Midnight on Sunday 2nd August. Provisionally interviews are planned for Thursday 13th August.
Due to the potential number of applicants we are sorry but we will not be able to enter into correspondence or discussion with unsuccessful candidates.
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Teenage Cancer Trust is the only UK charity dedicated to providing specialised nursing care and support for young people aged 13–24 with cancer. Every day, seven young people in the UK hear the words “you have cancer”, and Teenage Cancer Trust ensures they do not face it alone.
The charity funds specialist nurses and youth support teams in hospitals across the UK and provides vital emotional, practical and psychological support for young people and their families during and after treatment.
Regional fundraising is a core income stream for Teenage Cancer Trust, generating income through a combination of community and corporate fundraising. Supporters are often personally connected to the cause, including young people, families and communities directly impacted by cancer, making this a highly rewarding fundraising environment.
Teenage Cancer Trust is now seeking a Senior Relationship Manager (West Scotland) to grow and develop income across the West of Scotland. With an individual income target of c.£130k and a combined Scotland regional target of c.£260k across East and West Scotland, this role will play a key part in strengthening existing relationships while identifying and developing new fundraising opportunities across a region with significant growth potential.
Reporting to the Regional Fundraising Area Manager, you will be responsible for building long-term supporter relationships and developing strategic area plans to maximise fundraising opportunities. You will also work closely with frontline nursing teams, volunteers and colleagues across the organisation, ensuring supporters experience the impact of their fundraising while helping identify new opportunities across both community and corporate audiences.
As Senior Relationship Manager, you will:
- Manage and grow a portfolio of community and corporate supporters across West Scotland
- Deliver an individual income target of c.£130k across community and corporate fundraising
- Develop strategic area plans to drive sustainable income growth
- Build, steward and retain high-value supporter relationships
- Coach and mentor Relationship Managers, supporting their development
- Identify and develop new fundraising opportunities across community and corporate audiences
- Work closely with frontline teams to share powerful supporter stories and demonstrate impact
- Monitor income performance, manage pipelines and proactively mitigate risk
- Build strong relationships with volunteers, corporate partners and local communities
- Represent Teenage Cancer Trust across the region, building networks and raising awareness
Essential skills and experience:
- Experience of community, corporate or regional fundraising
- Proven ability to build and grow long-term supporter relationships
- Track record of delivering income against fundraising targets
- Excellent relationship-building, networking and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to coach, mentor or support the development of colleagues
- Confident developing fundraising plans and identifying new income opportunities
- Good financial planning, pipeline management and reporting skills
- Excellent communication, influencing and storytelling skills
You’ll need access to a vehicle as there is a requirement to be able to travel across the region to attend meetings, events and training.
Desirable, but not essential:
- Knowledge of managing high-value or complex supporter relationships
- Exposure to both community and corporate fundraising
- Experience working with volunteers and close-to-cause supporters
- Knowledge of the West Scotland fundraising landscape, ideally Glasgow
Employee benefits include:
- Leave: 25 days of annual leave, which increases with service, in addition to bank holidays and a 3 or 4 day closure over the Christmas period. We also have finish early Fridays in August and quarterly rest days to step away from day to day work and refocus.
- Flexible bank holidays: the option to swap five UK public holidays (except 25th, 26th December, and 1st January or any substitute bank holidays for these dates) for other dates off.
- Paid Carer and Compassionate Leave: paid time off to care for family members or dependants.
- Paid Parental Leave: enhanced pay for parental leave such as maternity leave, paternity leave or adoption leave.
- Paid Volunteering Leave: support your community by taking paid leave for volunteering activities.
- Health Cashback Plan: access a health cashback plan to cover medical expenses.
- Life assurance and Income Protection: financial support if you’re unable to work due to illness or injury.
- Discount scheme: access exclusive savings at various high street retailers and gyms.
- Flexible Working: we care about your wellbeing and encourage flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance.
We’re here to give every young person facing cancer the best care and support.



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About Brum Unitarians
Brum Unitarians, in central Birmingham, is a growing and genuinely inclusive community in the Unitarian tradition of rational inquiry, freedom of belief and ethical action.
Our vision is to develop into a thriving community hub hosting a wide range of activities, including talks, music/dance events, death cafés, social justice events, a community choir and collaborative projects with local organisations. We are seeking someone who shares this vision and has the project management skills to help make it a reality.
The role combines project management, operations, administration, compliance and income generation, helping to strengthen our sustainability and enabling community growth.
Job Purpose
To support and grow Brum Unitarians through operational management, project delivery, administration, compliance and revenue generation. You will agree quarterly priorities with trustees, with early focus on increasing revenue, improving operational systems and supporting greater use of our building. Once these foundations are laid there will be a growing emphasis on managing community projects and initiatives.
You will oversee the day-to-day operation of our building (large hall, small hall, office, foyer and outdoor space), ensuring an excellent experience for hirers, compliance with relevant requirements and effective use of the premises. The role is partly site-based, with flexibility for some remote working. Some local travel required.
You will work alongside our Children's Lead and Social Media & Communications Lead, liaise with the district buildings consultant, and report to the managing trustees.
Job KPIs
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Meet or exceed revenue targets.
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Establish and grow a successful programme of community events.
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Develop effective systems that reduce trustee involvement in operational matters.
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Recruit and maintain an active volunteer team.
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Achieve positive feedback from hirers, volunteers and partners.
Key Responsibilities
Community Partnerships & Projects
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Lead the planning and delivery of community projects and partnerships.
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Build relationships with community, voluntary, faith and public sector organisations.
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Develop collaborative events and initiatives.
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Identify grant funding opportunities and support funding applications.
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Promote inclusive community use of the building.
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Represent Brum Unitarians at appropriate local meetings and forums.
Marketing & Income Generation
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Promote the building for hire through the website, social media, advertising and online booking systems.
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Build relationships with organisations and businesses to increase venue use.
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Identify opportunities to diversify income through hires, donations and grants.
Volunteer Coordination
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Recruit, induct and support volunteers.
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Develop clear volunteer roles for community activities and venue operations.
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Maintain volunteer records, training and safeguarding requirements.
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Foster a positive and inclusive volunteer culture.
Building Operations
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Ensure the building is safe, welcoming and well maintained.
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Oversee compliance with health and safety, safeguarding and other regulatory requirements.
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Maintain equipment inventories and coordinate repairs with district buildings consultant.
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Arrange room layouts and oversee opening and closing of the building where required.
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Liaise with cleaning contractors.
Customer Service & Lettings
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Act as main contact for bookings and enquiries.
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Manage bookings, scheduling and administration using booking and invoicing systems.
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Support hirers before, during and after bookings.
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Maintain high customer service standards and resolve issues promptly.
Administration & Reporting
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Maintain records of bookings, income, building use and project data.
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Prepare reports for trustees and funders where required.
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Support policies, procedures and compliance.
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Monitor performance and recommend improvements.
General
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Undertake other duties consistent with the role.
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Work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends.
Person Specification
You will bring strong project management and organisational skills, enabling us to deliver creative, values-led community projects while ensuring our operations remain efficient, compliant and financially sustainable.
You may not have experience in every aspect of the role, but you will have strong transferable skills, enthusiasm for a growing organisation and the confidence to learn new areas as needed.
Essential Criteria
Experience
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Delivering events, coordinating community facilities or providing customer-facing services.
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Working towards financial, attendance or organisational targets.
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Delivering excellent customer service.
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Working with staff and/or volunteers.
Skills & Knowledge
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Strong organisational and time management skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
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Sound judgement in assessing and managing projects.
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Excellent interpersonal, written and telephone communication skills.
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Good IT skills, including email, spreadsheets and booking systems.
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Understanding of health and safety responsibilities.
Personal Attributes
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Proactive and self-motivated.
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Collaborative and community-minded.
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Friendly and approachable.
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Practical problem-solver.
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Flexible, including occasional evening and weekend working.
Desirable Criteria
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Marketing or venue promotion experience.
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Entrepreneurial experience or experience developing new projects.
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Knowledge of Birmingham's voluntary and community sector.
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Facilities or premises management experience.
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Safeguarding and regulatory compliance knowledge.
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Experience in a small charity or community organisation.
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Fundraising or grant application experience.
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Grant reporting experience.
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Experience using booking or scheduling systems.
Regional Volunteer Team Lead- Scotland and North-East England
CSSC
Remote
£33,000.00
Full-time
Perm anent
Membership Organisations
Job description
Pay: £33,000.00 per year
Job description:
Position: Volunteer Team Leader
Location: Remote in Scotland and North-East England
Full-time Salary: £33,000 + car
Job Title- Volunteer Team Leader
Department- Volunteer Delivery
Reports to- Head of Change
Grade- Team Leader
Job Purpose
To provide regional team leadership to designated Regional and Area Associations and their volunteers that inspires the delivery of excellent member benefits, sports and leisure events at a local level.
Key accountabilities
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To support volunteers to deliver a regional and local programme that:
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Aligns to the CSSC strategy, mission, vision and values
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Adheres to operating processes, framework and legislation
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Enhances volunteer skills and experiences, celebrates volunteering, and attracts new volunteers to CSSC
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To work collaboratively with the Regional Chair and volunteers to monitor progress in line with their annual plan, attend local meetings and evaluate the delivery of activities and events.
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To foster effective networking and collaboration across the team championing best practices, seeking out new ideas, new ways of doing things, and celebrating success.
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To attract, recruit and induct new volunteers in such a way that they feel confident and can provide an excellent service for our members.
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To help volunteers to meet personal development goals and aspirations, ensuring that key volunteering roles have potential successors, retaining and developing the services and commitment of volunteers with CSSC.
Dimensions
No. of direct reports: 0
Total staff overseen: 0
Internal contacts: Volunteer Support Team , Events Team, Sports and Physical Activity team, Marketing andCommunications Team
External contacts: Regional and Area Officers, Communications Officers, Event volunteers
Person Specification:
Personal effectiveness - Essential
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Ability to manage and organise time and workload effectively.
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Resilient and flexible with the ability to work under pressure
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Ability to build and manage strong working relationships.
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Able to work independently and as part of a team.
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Personal drive and enthusiasm with a positive attitude and a desire to succeed
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Committed to continuous improvement
Skills, experience & qualifications:
Essential
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Minimum of 3 years relevant volunteer management experience either in the work place or attained through a relevant qualification.
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Intermediate to advanced level of MS word and Excel
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Ability to communicate both through written and verbal
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Full UK driving licence as travel will be required for this role
Desirable
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A relevant degree or professional qualification in volunteer management
is not essential but may be advantageous.
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A working knowledge of CRM and digital Event Management Systems
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Experience with building and working with high performing teams
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
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Additional leave
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Company car
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Company pension
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Cycle to work scheme
Experience:
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Volunteer Management: 3 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
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Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: Remote
We are a not-for-profit, membership, organisation for over 124,000 colleagues from the civil service and public sector.
Actively Interviewing
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!
Lead a Team. Shape Lives. Help Build the Future.
At Where Next, we believe that adults with learning disabilities deserve more than simply being cared for. They deserve opportunities, friendships, purpose and the chance to achieve their potential. For over 40 years, Where Next has supported adults with learning disabilities to develop skills, gain confidence, contribute to their communities and lead fulfilling lives. Many of the people we support have been part of the Where Next family for many years, and the trusted relationships they build with our staff are fundamental to their wellbeing, development and happiness. As we enter an exciting new chapter in our history, we are looking for an exceptional Site Manager – Learning Disabilities to help lead one of our services.
Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of people affected by kidney disease?
We’re looking for an experienced manager who wants to be part of work that genuinely transforms lives.
About Kidney Care UK
There are 7.2 million people with some form of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in the UK, equivalent to 1 in 10 people. There are one million people in the UK who have CKD but are not aware of it.
Since 1975, Kidney Care UK has been at the forefront of supporting people with kidney disease. From our early days when we campaigned to introduce donor cards in the UK, we have worked hard to support and represent the interests of everyone affected by kidney disease.
About the Patient Support Service
The Patient Support Service provides practical, emotional and financial support for anyone affected by chronic kidney disease. Whatever the need presented, we empower people living with CKD and their families and carers to understand their options and make informed choices to positively navigate their experience of CKD. We’ll walk alongside them for as long as they need us to.
About the role
We are looking for a passionate and inspirational individual to lead our Patient Support service across Scotland & Northern Ireland. You and your team will reach kidney patients at their point of need and ensure they are supported or signposted to the services that will improve their wellbeing and maximise outcomes in line with the objectives of the service as directed by the Programme Manager/Head of Service.
Alongside our other Regional Managers, you will be the national face of Kidney Care UK patient support services, raising awareness of the service and the Charity and building strong relationships with the kidney patients, renal units, Kidney Patient Associations (KPAs), health professionals and other kidney stakeholder groups in your regions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead a team of five Patient Support Officer’s to deliver an accessible, valued and effective service across your designated region. Responsibility for the training, development and wellbeing of the regional team.
- Lead the delivery of Kidney Care UK service and funder required outcomes into service delivery aligned with the Kidney Care Patient Support service strategy.
- Through in-person attendance at stakeholder events and meetings, build strong relationships with key decision makers and influencers in health and care commissioning and delivery in your region.
- Develop and maintain effective monitoring and measurement to demonstrate the outputs and effectiveness of the service and its impact on patient experience and outcomes.
- Using data and insight, report internally and externally with updates on regional issues, needs and challenges to inform service development.
- Manage the budget designated for your region, keeping accurate records of expenditure and reporting.
- Act as an organisational Designated Safeguarding Person in accordance with policy and procedures.
About you
We’d love to hear from you if you have:
- Understanding of the workings of NHS patient care pathways.
- Experience of delivering patient support services in a kidney or related health condition environment.
- Understanding of kidney disease and the needs of people with kidney disease, their families and their carers.
- The ability to influence, inspire and effectively manage a team.
- Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to listen, with experience in building credibility with senior external stakeholders and managing relationships with diplomacy.
Experience of working within an NHS charity or large health related fundraising environment is highly desirable,as is understanding of relevant UK benefits legislation and entitlements.
Please note: You must live within one of the regions (Scotland or Northern Ireland) and have the ability to travel within those regions independently and on a regular basis. There may also be some travel across the UK.
What we offer
Working at Kidney Care UK is incredibly rewarding and you will see the life-changing impact that the charity has on kidney patients and their families:
- Flexi-time – we are flexible about start and finish times, and flexible about your location.
- Annual and Christmas leave – we offer 25 days annual leave for full time employees plus bank holidays. We also close for three days between Christmas and New Year, and you don’t need to take this from your annual leave allowance.
- Pension – you’ll be eligible for and auto-enrolled into a pension scheme where your employer will contribute 8% of your salary.
- Health cashback plan – ability to claim back a wide variety of routine medical treatments.
- Employee Assistance Programme – access to a wide variety of support including counselling, health resources and advice.
- Cycle2Work scheme
- Learning and development – you’ll be able to access the full benefits of our membership of Fundraising Everywhere, Charity Comms and NVCO.
Apply today
If you feel the role is for you we’d love to hear from you.
Press Apply, where you will be asked to upload a recent CV which includes a cover letter. In your cover letter please demonstrate in no more than 2 sides of A4 how you meet the person specification within the job description.
CVs submitted without a cover letter will automatically be rejected.
Closing Date: 3rd August (9am)
Provisional Interview Dates:
Ist stage interviews: 7th or 10th August
2nd stage interviews 18th August
Please note we will be reviewing applications as they come in and may choose to close the advert early.
We look forward to hearing from you.
We are the UK's leading kidney patient support charity



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About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to develop and strengthen SSAFA’s Community Volunteering Service, supporting serving personnel and their families.
You will oversee the full lifecycle of community volunteers, from recruitment and development through to supervision, ensuring a high-quality and impactful service.
You will work closely with the Serving Community Service Manager and wider SSAFA teams to deliver a sustainable service. This includes building effective referral pathways, strengthening partnerships across the Armed Forces community, and promoting SSAFA’s support through engagement activities and events.
A crucial element of the role is identifying and securing funding opportunities. Working in partnership with the Grants and Statutory Income team, you will contribute to funding applications and support the long-term sustainability of community volunteering initiative
About the team
You’ll be part of a small, friendly and supportive team, working together to deliver SSAFA’s vital support to the serving community through our Serving Community Support Team.
In this collaborative role, you’ll work closely with colleagues across SSAFA, as well as external partners and stakeholders, to raise awareness of the unique needs and challenges faced by the serving community—and how our services can make a real difference.
About you
You will have experience managing volunteers, ideally across dispersed locations, and a strong understanding of community service delivery.
You will be highly organised, with excellent attention to detail, and confident in analysing data and producing clear reports. Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
You will also have a good understanding of safeguarding responsibilities, data protection requirements, and the importance of maintaining compliance across training and vetting processes.
A clear understanding of the Armed Forces community and the unique challenges faced by serving personnel and their families is essential.
About SSAFA
SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, is a trusted source of support for the Armed Forces community in their time of need. In 2024, our dedicated teams of volunteers and employees supported more than 54,000 people through a wide range of services. This includes veterans, serving personnel (regulars and reserves), and their families, wherever and whenever they need us.
SSAFA understands that behind every uniform is a person. We are here for that person and their family, offering practical, emotional, and financial support tailored to their unique circumstances.
Diversity and Inclusion at SSAFA
SSAFA exists to support a diverse range of beneficiaries within the armed forces community, and we believe diversity within our teams is key to ensuring we can deliver our services effectively. We thrive on differences and believe it is critical to our success as a worldwide charity. SSAFA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.
SSAFA is committed to using the Disclosure & Barring Service to ensure we, as an employer, safeguard those we serve.
Our vision A society in which the Armed Forces, veterans and their families can thrive.
Digital Service Manager
We are seeking an experienced Digital Service Manager to lead the delivery, governance and improvement of high-volume digital services that support democratic participation.
Position: Digital Service Manager
Salary: £45,000 to £55,000 per annum (FTE)
Location: Remote, UK based
Hours: Full-time
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Friday 7 August 2026
About the Role
mySociety is looking for a Digital Service Manager to oversee the day-to-day running and development of its online services, including WhatDoTheyKnow, FixMyStreet, TheyWorkForYou and WriteToThem.
This is a varied role combining operational service management, user support, governance, risk management and continuous improvement. You will ensure services run effectively, support users, manage complex issues and work collaboratively with teams and stakeholders to improve digital services that create meaningful social impact.
Key responsibilities include:
· Managing complex and high-volume digital services, ensuring excellent user support
· Overseeing escalations, priority cases and rights-based requests including GDPR related matters
· Maintaining policies, processes and governance standards across services
· Managing service risk, reporting and compliance with relevant legislation
· Identifying opportunities to improve user experience and service delivery
· Supporting and developing a User Support Officer and working alongside volunteers
You will join a fully remote, digital-first team, with opportunities to meet colleagues face to face at quarterly team meetings.
About You
You will have experience managing complex digital services and the ability to make effective decisions in fast-moving environments.
You will bring:
· Experience managing user-focused digital services
· Strong understanding of GDPR and information rights requests
· Knowledge or experience of Freedom of Information, media law or online community moderation
· Excellent organisational, problem-solving and communication skills
· Experience improving processes and delivering high-quality services
· The ability to work effectively within a remote and geographically distributed team
You will be proactive, collaborative and passionate about using technology to improve access, participation and positive change.
About the Organisation
mySociety is a small, purposeful charity creating and running digital services that break down barriers to democratic participation. Through its platforms, the organisation helps people access information, engage with decision makers and take action on issues that matter.
The organisation is committed to creating an inclusive team and welcomes applications from people with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
Other roles you may have experience of could include Digital Product Manager, Service Delivery Manager, Digital Operations Manager, User Support Manager, Digital Services Lead, Product Operations Manager, Digital Programme Manager.
Team: Philanthropy & Partnerships
Location: Remotely in the UK with some travel for meetings and events
Work pattern: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: Up to £49,149.84 per annum
Contract: Permanent
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them. We have a fantastic opportunity to join our Philanthropy team where you will develop and grow a mixed portfolio of major donors and trusts. Will you join us and make a better life for cats?
Responsibilities of our Philanthropy Manager:
- The Philanthropy Manager role sits within the Philanthropy team (part of a wider Philanthropy & Partnerships function) that seeks to identify, engage, secure support from major donors and trusts.
- The team manages a significant portfolio and has ambitious growth targets, and this role will play a key part in growing the number and overall value of supporters.
About the Philanthropy & Partnerships team:
- Philanthropy and Partnerships are a dedicated and motivated team who all believe strongly in our mission and values. We have ambitious growth plans with a large focus on growing and diversifying our pipeline
- We have a team of 21
What we’re looking for in our Philanthropy Manager:
- Identifying and cultivating relationships with high value prospects, either individual or Charitable Trusts and Foundations, and securing significant gifts
- High value donor stewardship and relationship development
- Developing and communicating high value funding propositions and products
- Line management experience
- Writing compelling cases for support and applications
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and passionately
What we can offer you:
- A generous pension salary exchange scheme
- range of health benefits including health insure on completion of probation
- 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 with length of service
- Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
- and much more, which you can learn about
Interested? Here’s how to apply:
Application closing date: 19th July 2026
Virtual interview date: 28th & 29th July 2026
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
1. Anonymised application form
2. Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams
3. Final stage informal discussion
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
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Volunteers are at the heart of our work. Each year, they support over 70,000 young people to build confidence, develop skills and explore their futures through insight talks, workshops and events.
We’re looking for a Volunteer Coordinator to grow and support our network across Wales. This is a new role, created as we invest in strengthening how we recruit, prepare and engage our volunteers, with the opportunity to shape how this work develops.
In this role, you’ll build relationships with employers, public sector organisations and community groups to recruit volunteers from a wide range of industries. You’ll manage onboarding, support volunteers to feel confident and well-prepared to work with young people, and work closely with our Volunteer Manager and Programme Team to match volunteers to opportunities across Wales.
You’ll play a key part in ensuring volunteers have a positive, high-quality experience – providing ongoing support, responding to feedback, and helping us continuously improve how we engage and retain our network. Alongside this, you’ll track activity, maintain accurate records, and contribute to understanding our reach and impact.
We’re looking for someone who is highly organised, proactive and great with people, confident building relationships, managing multiple priorities and communicating clearly. You’ll bring experience of working with volunteers, or in a coordination or partnership-focused role, and have a genuine motivation to support young people to achieve their potential. And, we'd love someone who is confident communicating in the medium of Welsh.
This role would suit someone who enjoys working collaboratively, is comfortable working across a wide geography, and is motivated by creating opportunities and delivering impact.
If you’re motivated by purpose, confident bringing people together, and want to play a key role in expanding our impact across Wales, we’d love to hear from you.
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We carry out social media checks on shortlisted candidates as part of our recruitment process, using only publicly available information and in line with our data protection responsibilities.
While we don’t specify this in our person specification, we are particularly interested to hear from applicants who have experienced some of the challenges that young people across Wales face today.
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About StreetVet
StreetVet is a fast-growing national charity, committed to providing free, accessible veterinary care to the pets of those experiencing homelessness and to keeping pets and owners together to maintain their unbreakable bond. StreetVet relies on its team of over 500 vet and nurse volunteers in 23 locations around the UK to provide free veterinary treatment, funded by grants, corporate and private donors and partners. Since inception in 2016 the charity has treated nearly 3,500 pets and has won numerous awards including the Vet Trust Award for the Most Trusted Veterinary Charity, Purina Better with Pets Prize and Homeless Link Excellence Award for Excellent Support.
About the role
Duration: Permanent
Reporting to: Head of Marketing & Fundraising
Key Contacts: Colleagues, volunteers, external stakeholders, corporate partners, donors, prospects and other supporters
Location: Fully remote, with regular UK travel including evenings and weekends
Hours: 37.5 work week (flexible working available)
Holiday: 25 days per year plus national holidays
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 depending on experience
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Fundraising Manager to join our team. The role will report to the Head of Marketing and Fundraising and will be responsible for developing and implementing the fundraising strategy, driving forward all aspects of fundraising, including building corporate charity of the year partnerships, individual giving, major donors,
trusts and foundations, legacies and community fundraising.
The successful candidate will be a core member of the Central Team, working closely with the Marketing Team to develop and deliver income for the charity.
This role will have budgetary responsibility to achieving a revenue target in financial year 26/27 of £1.5 million, whilst building a sustainable income stream for the long-term with Yr on Yr growth. Key priorities include increasing the Individual Giving and Regular Giving donor database, donor and fundraiser stewardship, organising fundraising events, and securing grants and sponsorships.
For more information about the role, please see attached job description.
Closing Date: Close of business Thursday 16th July 2026 (applications may close earlier depending on response).
StreetVet is a national charity, committed to providing free vet care to the pets of people experiencing homelessness & to keep pets & owners together



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Help us lead a safe, seamless front door into support for people affected by gambling harm.
At Betknowmore UK, we work to prevent and reduce gambling-related harm through support, education, training and community engagement. As our Triage Team Manager, you'll lead the function that determines how quickly and safely people in crisis get the help they need.
We're looking for an experienced people manager to lead our triage team, overseeing referrals from first contact through to onboarding, ensuring every assessment is thorough, every risk is managed, and every service user is guided into the right support without delay.
Working closely with the Referral Leads and colleagues across the organisation, you'll drive continuous improvement of our triage processes, keep our data and CRM systems robust, and build strong relationships with partners so people never fall through the gaps.
What you'll be doing
- Leading the day-to-day operation of the triage function, ensuring referrals are processed safely, efficiently and to a high standard
- Managing and supporting a team of Referral Leads, providing supervision, guidance and performance oversight
- Overseeing service user onboarding, including assessment, safety management and safeguarding practice
- Monitoring waiting lists and service capacity, taking action to manage demand
- Overseeing our CRM system (Airtable), ensuring data accuracy, accessibility and integrity
- Producing monthly and quarterly reports, using data to identify trends, risks and opportunities
- Building operational relationships with delivery partners, and representing Betknowmore UK at MDTs, meetings and sector events
- Fostering a collaborative, psychologically safe team environment
What we're looking for
We're interested in hearing from candidates who have:
- Experience working in addiction, mental health or similar support services
- Experience comprehensively assessing risk and needs
- Experience managing or supervising staff and volunteers
- Experience working collaboratively with partners and stakeholders across different sectors and disciplines
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy referral pipeline
- A solid understanding of confidentiality and data protection
Experience with gambling and gambling harm would be advantageous, as would a Level 3 Safeguarding qualification, experience improving service delivery processes, familiarity with CRM/data systems such as Airtable, and experience producing reports to inform decisions.
Why join us?
You'll be joining a growing charity making a real difference to people's lives, leading a team at the heart of how we keep people safe and get them the right support, quickly.
We support and provide information to those harmed by gambling, whilst raising awareness of gambling’s potential harms through education and training
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At UHCW Charity, we believe everyone deserves the best possible care when they need it most. As the official charity for University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust - including University Hospital Coventry and the Hospital of St Cross in Rugby - we go beyond what the NHS alone can provide. With the support of our community and partners, we fund everything from state-of-the-art equipment and enhanced hospital environments to pioneering research and staff wellbeing initiatives.
We're now looking for an experienced and ambitious Fundraising Manager to help drive our fundraising to the next level. Leading our corporate, community and events fundraising, you'll build meaningful relationships with supporters, inspire new partnerships, oversee high-quality fundraising events and campaigns, and ensure every supporter has an exceptional experience. You'll also line manage our Fundraising Assistant and play a key role in shaping the future growth of the Charity.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a small, passionate team where your ideas, leadership and expertise will have a direct impact on patients, families and NHS staff across Coventry and Warwickshire. Together with our supporters, we're proud to help create the best possible experience for every patient and their loved ones, every day.
UHCW Charity enhances NHS care by funding equipment, research and better spaces, improving experiences for patients and families.
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At Life Charity, our volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. They give their time, skills and compassion to support women, families and communities across the UK. We’re looking for a passionate and organised Volunteer Experience and Engagement Officer to help us recruit, engage, support and celebrate our volunteers, ensuring they have a positive and rewarding experience from their first enquiry through to long-term involvement.
Accountable to: HR Advisor, Retail and Volunteer Operations Manager
Location: Home Based with travel to sites around the UK and to the Leamington Spa Office
Contract Information: 21 hours per week across a minimum of 3 days/Permanent
Salary: £15,288 actual (£25,480 FTE)
Benefits:
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rota for part time contracts)
- Pension Scheme
- Flexible working arrangements
- Birthday leave after 1 years’ service.
- Paid mileage for travel to locations other than base location.
Internal Relationships: Directors and Heads of departments/HR Team/All staff within Services and Income Generation Teams
External Relationships: Volunteer Centres/Local Communities/Local Councils/Associations that support volunteer management/Training providers
The Volunteer Experience & Engagement Officer plays a key role in ensuring that volunteers have a positive, meaningful, and impactful experience with the charity. This role is responsible for recruiting, supporting, engaging, and retaining volunteers, while fostering a strong sense of community and alignment with the organisation’s mission.
Key Responsibilities
Volunteer Recruitment and Onboarding
- Develop and deliver effective volunteer recruitment strategies
- Manage volunteer applications, interviews, and selection processes
- Coordinate onboarding, inductions, and training sessions
- Ensure all volunteers are safely and appropriately onboarded (including checks where required)
Volunteer Experience and Engagement
- Act as the main point of contact for volunteers, providing ongoing support
- Design and implement initiatives to enhance volunteer satisfaction and engagement
- Organise events, recognition programmes, and feedback sessions
- Build a strong, inclusive, and motivated volunteer community
Retention and Development
- Monitor volunteer engagement and identify opportunities to improve retention
- Provide opportunities for skills development and progression
- Address concerns and resolve issues in a timely and supportive manner
Communication and Coordination
- Maintain regular communication with volunteers through newsletters, updates, and meetings
- Work closely with internal teams to match volunteers to suitable roles
- Ensure clear role descriptions and expectations for all volunteer positions
Monitoring and Reporting
- Track volunteer data, hours, and impact
- Collect feedback and evaluate volunteer programmes
- Produce reports on volunteer engagement and outcomes
Safeguarding and Compliance
- Ensure all volunteering activities comply with organisational policies and safeguarding standards
- Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all volunteers
Key Outcomes
Growth in Volunteer Base
- Increase in the number of active volunteers
- Strong pipeline of new applicants from diverse backgrounds
- Reduced time to recruit and onboard new volunteers
High-Quality Volunteer Experience
- Positive volunteer satisfaction scores (e.g. via surveys/feedback)
- Volunteers report feeling valued, supported, and connected to the mission
- Consistent delivery of a structured and welcoming onboarding experience
Volunteer Retention & Commitment
- Improved volunteer retention rates over time
- Increased average length of volunteer engagement
- Higher levels of repeat participation and commitment
Engagement and Community Building
- Regular and well-attended volunteer events, communications, and initiatives
- Strong sense of community and belonging among volunteers
- Increased participation in engagement activities (meetings, training, events)
Effective Volunteer Deployment
- Volunteers are well-matched to roles aligned with their skills and interests
- Positive feedback from internal teams on volunteer contributions
- Reduced gaps in volunteer coverage across departments
Measurable Impact of Volunteering
- Clear tracking of volunteer hours and contributions
- Demonstrable impact of volunteers on service delivery and beneficiaries
- Ability to evidence volunteer value for reporting and funding purposes
Strong Communication and Relationships
- Consistent, clear, and engaging communication with volunteers
- Positive relationships between volunteers and staff teams
- Timely response to volunteer queries and concerns
Compliance and Safeguarding
- All volunteers appropriately trained and compliant with policies
- Safeguarding standards consistently upheld
- Minimal incidents due to clear processes and proactive management
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