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We are looking for a proactive and driven Investment Associate with strong attention to detail, intellectual curiosity, and excellent communication skills to join our dynamic Finance & Investments team managing over £200m in assets and in partnership with our Donor Advised Fund and Philanthropy Fund Teams. 

Our clients increasingly aspire for donor advised funds to be used for impact, utilising both grant-making and investment as tools within their philanthropic toolkit. Your expertise is needed to help support our client facing teams serve these client needs.

As our charitable funds increase, you will monitor, actively manage and report on the ongoing allocation of Stewardship’s assets and review returns, risk and monitor the performance of our investments. We want to be responsible stewards of our resources and have ambitions to achieve our mission through how we invest and engage responsibly.

As a result of our Christian ethos, this post is covered by an Occupational Requirement (OR) under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010. The successful applicant will be expected to be a practising Christian and to clearly demonstrate a personal commitment to the mission, principles, values and practices contained in our Ethos Statement, by:

· Active membership of local church congregation.

An understanding of the faith aspects of the work of Christian charities, including the preparedness to pray with colleagues, where appropriate.

Closing date: 9 a.m. Tuesday 21st January

Who we are

Gatsby Charitable Foundation is one of the 16 Sainsbury Family Charitable Trusts (SFCT) established by individual members of the Sainsbury family.

Gatsby established a small team focused on education policy in England almost 40 years ago. While priorities have changed and evolved, our approach has been consistent: we aim to be more than a funder. We act as an enabler for projects, working with partners in designing, developing, and, in some cases, delivering activities. We take a long-term view as we do not think much can be achieved by short, one-off projects.

About the role

We are now looking for someone to join our education team as a Project Officer.

You will have a broad remit to support the implementation of programmes across the team, in particular, programmes to support teachers and providers with technical education reforms. Key success measures for this work will include widespread, sustained engagement in programmes that are well-organised and coordinated.

Using a high degree of personal expertise and judgement to support the Technical Education Networks programme, including responsibility to:

• Support the Head of Further Education Curriculum with the delivery of the programme objectives for curriculum support for post-16 technical education.
• Arrange logistics for meetings, conferences and work streams of the programme.
• Manage and upload content to the Technical Education Networks’ website
• Coordinate the development and publication processes for all outputs of the programme, including the teaching materials.
• Provide administrative and budget support for grants and contracts allocated to stakeholders, supporting financial overview of allocations.
• Liaise with Gatsby’s communications team and external stakeholders to ensure successful communication, dissemination and uptake of the programme outputs.
• Maintain effective communication with key stakeholders to ensure long-term impact and engagement with the programme.
• Ensure information regarding the programme on the Gatsby and partner websites is coherent and up to date.
• Any other duties to support the Education Team in delivering programme objectives when required.

Who are we looking for?

First and foremost, we are looking for someone with a strong interest in our areas of work, especially supporting improvement for technical education.

The specific experience criteria that we are looking for in the successful candidate include:

• Managed projects to achieve successful outcomes, including budget responsibility.
• Managed external contracts or grants to deliver agreed objectives on time and within budget.
• Organised successful complex meetings and events.
• Have been personally responsible for implementing new processes or ideas.
• Have worked independently and within a team, contributing to the success of others as well as self.
• Written well-received documents (such as minutes, briefings, reports, articles).
• A strong interest in education is essential. Current knowledge of the technical education system and further education is desirable.

Please note that you must also have the existing right to work in the UK in order to be considered for this role.

Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the candidate profile and register your interest to apply.

Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Tuesday 21st January. 

Closing date: 9 a.m. Tuesday 21st January

Who we are

Gatsby Charitable Foundation is one of the 16 Sainsbury Family Charitable Trusts (SFCT) established by individual members of the Sainsbury family.

Gatsby established a small team focused on education policy in England almost 40 years ago. While priorities have changed and evolved, our approach has been consistent: we aim to be more than a funder. We act as an enabler for projects, working with partners in designing, developing, and, in some cases, delivering activities. We take a long-term view as we do not think much can be achieved by short, one-off projects.

About the role

We are now looking for someone to join our education team as a Research Officer.

You will manage complex projects in support of Gatsby’s objectives in education, including undertaking quantitative and qualitative research and scoping and commissioning research from academics, consultancies and think tanks to inform Gatsby programmes. You will be expected to represent Gatsby at external meetings, organise meetings and events, and develop strong working relationships with key partners.

A primary purpose of the work is improving our understanding of the FE teaching workforce and teacher education in FE.

This role requires excellent research and organisation skills and the ability to collaborate to deliver high-quality outputs that support technical education. You will have (or be comfortable undertaking) training as an accredited researcher to be able to access appropriate public datasets. You will be confident communicating with a range of stakeholders at different levels.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your research and influencing skills to influence education policy in England.

The key responsibilities for this role include:

• Undertaking quantitative and qualitative research, and scope and commission research from academics, consultancies and think tanks to inform Gatsby’s programmes to support technical education, in particular, further education (FE) workforce and introduction of T-levels.
• Working with the Director of Programmes to commission research on the supply of specialist teachers in FE and T-levels.
• Collecting and analysing public data on technical education (FE workforce, T-levels) and communicating the data through the website and other routes as appropriate.
• Providing day to day support for the Director on the oversight and communication of research programmes in FE workforce and T-levels implementation.
• Identify potential organisations and individuals who could support Gatsby’s research agenda.

Who are we looking for?

First and foremost, we are looking for someone with a strong interest in our areas of work, especially supporting improvement for technical education.

The specific experience criteria that we are looking for in the successful candidate include:

• Use of data and evidence in the development of projects or policy.
• Managed projects to achieve successful outcomes, including some budget responsibility.
• Managed external contracts or grants to deliver agreed objectives on time and within budget.
• Experience of using a wide range of qualitative and quantitative research methods in a professional or academic context.
• Have worked independently and within a team, contributing to the success of others as well as self.
• Written well-received documents (such as minutes, briefings, reports, articles).

As mentioned above, our work involves both qualitative and quantitative research, and it is important that the successful candidate feels confident reading, interpreting, discussing, and commissioning both.

Please note that you must also have the existing right to work in the UK in order to be considered for this role.

Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the candidate profile and register your interest to apply.

Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Tuesday 21st January. 

We are delighted to be partnering with The St Martin-in-the-Fields Trust who are looking for a Trusts and Foundations Manager to increase levels of engagement, interest and financial support from trusts and charitable foundations for the St Martin-in-the-Fields Trust.

St Martins is an iconic 300 year old church in Trafalgar Square in London, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors each year, and The St Martin-in-the-Fields Trust exists solely to raise money to support the costs of maintaining and conserving the historic buildings,  for developing new faith based initiatives and projects to support homeless people in London and for the advancement of their world class music programmes across the globe.

In this pivotal role, the new Trusts and Foundations Manager will focus on securing gifts through applications to trusts, foundations, livery companies and statutory funders. 

Primarily responsible for the management of an existing pipeline of a diverse pool of trusts and foundations, both existing and prospective, you will maximise philanthropic support for St Martin-in-the-Fields and its Trust. You will have:

• A proven track record in developing and writing high quality communications, (fundraising applications, proposals and impact reports).
• Specialised knowledge of trusts and grants fundraising and management.
• Effective relationship management, cultivation and stewardship of trust and foundation funders with the ability to continue to build a prospect pipeline based upon sound research techniques.
• An approach to thorough and meticulous attention to detail.

The role will require an individual with excellent organisational skills and creativity who is used to working at an efficient and effective pace and the ability to build strong working relationships with a broad range of people internally and externally. 

This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual.  If you feel you have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, we very much look forward to hearing from you. 

For more information, please contact Louise Portnall, Recruitment Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.

Location: Hybrid - a blend of working between home and office (40/60)

Closing date: 20 January 2025

Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment

The Ogden Trust is a charitable foundation, started by Sir Peter Ogden in 1999, which supports the teaching and learning of physics. The Trust supports a range of initiatives, programmes and projects supporting schools, teachers of physics and informal science education.

Job scope

This Programme Manager will have specific responsibility for ensuring planning, delivery and ongoing development of the programmes under the ‘Opportunities for all’ strand of the Trust’s current strategy, including but not limited to:

• Support for university outreach and engagement activities, and
• Coastal energy internships

The primary audiences for programmes in this strand will be universities, and physics-related employers. The post holder will report directly to the Chief Executive and will line manage the Programme Officer in the same team.

Applicants should have a strong experience of the informal science education or public engagement sector and previous experience working with UK universities.

ROLE PURPOSE

The Trusts, Foundation and Corporate Partnerships Manager will play a critical role in maximising income for St George’s Hospital Charity through the development and management of relationships with trusts, foundations, and corporate partners. This position requires a can-do, proactive attitude in securing unrestricted and restricted philanthropic support for key projects, particularly our Time For a Change fundraising appeal that aims to raise £5m to transform our children’s wards at St George’s Hospital.

You will be responsible for growing restricted and unrestricted income through the development of strategic, long-term partnerships with Trusts and Foundations and Corporate Partners that provide a sustainable source of income. Working closely with Head of High Value and Director of Fundraising and Communications the postholder will be instrumental in developing a strong and realistic pipeline prospects and securing regular five-six figure gifts. You will maintain £1.2m income/year with ambitions to grow this income to £1.7m/year from Trusts and Foundations and Corporate Partnerships over the next 5 years and by 29/30. The ideal candidate will be proactive and solutions focussed. They will have a proven track record of philanthropy including relationship management, proposal writing, budget development and collaboration with internal teams to communicate impactful fundraising appeal

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Fundraising Responsibilities

• Develop a strong and realistic pipeline of Trusts and Foundations and Corporate Partnerships that align with our strategic objectives and fundraising appeals.

• Be proactive and ambitious supporting the growth of our income across Trusts, Foundations and Corporate Partnerships from £1.2m/year to £1.7m/year over 5 years.

• Develop and manage a robust income portfolio, researching prospects, making approaches, building relationships and submitting compelling proposals and application to Trusts and Foundations and Corporates.

• Build project budgets from scratch.

• Create tailored stewardship opportunities for funders which effectively communicate the difference their support has made. To include face-to-face meetings, hospital visits, written reports/digests and attendance at relevant events to strengthen relationships and enhance donor engagement

• Provide regular progress reports to the Head of High Value and Director of Fundraising and Communications, highlighting milestones, KPIs, and potential risks to income generation.

Corporate Partnerships Management

• Contribute to and implement the strategy for securing new corporate partnerships while maintaining and enhancing relationships with existing partners to ensure ongoing support.

• Develop creative and impactful partnership pitches and proposals to attract new corporate sponsors.

• Oversee account management plans for existing corporate partners, programming stewardship events, ensuring that reporting is undertaken, engagement is sustained and opportunities for growth are identified and acted upon.

• Work closely with senior volunteers and stakeholders to develop new business leads and maximise partnership potential.

• Collaborate with the Community & Events Manager to leverage corporate opportunities, turning local engagements into larger partnerships.

Trusts and Foundations Management

• Build and maintain income from Trusts and Foundations using prospecting tools and desk-based research.

• Be proactive in approaches to Trusts and Foundations via phone and/or emails

• Develop creative and compelling approaches and applications that are tailored to charitable objectives of funders.

• Build project budgets and fundraising pipelines in line with funders requirements.

• Maintain and manage a calendar of activity for Trusts and Foundations to ensure we deliver an excellent level of stewardship including six-monthly updates and bespoke visits.

Research and Pipeline Management

• Conduct thorough research to identify and qualify potential funders across trusts, foundations, and corporate sectors, maintaining a dynamic philanthropy pipeline.

• Monitor and manage progress through the pipeline, ensuring that prospects are appropriately cultivated and that targets for each stage of the portfolio are met.

• Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and data protection laws throughout the prospect research and relationship management processes.

General Duties

• Maintain accurate records of stakeholder communications in our Raiser’s Edge database and activities in line with data protection obligations and best practices.

• Work with Finance to reconcile income.

• Participate actively in team meetings and contribute to the overall objectives of the fundraising department.

• Working with the Head of High Value ensure our offer to partners is accurately reflected on our SGHC – Role Profile Page 3 of 3 website. This may include updating webpages.

• Supporting fundraising events.

• As and when required, provide front desk coverage, welcoming visitors and donors at the Welcome Office and serving as a friendly and helpful representative of the organisation.

• Engage in continuous professional development and participate in regular performance reviews. This is not an exhaustive list of tasks.

Duties may vary depending on Charity’s needs. Interviews will take place on Monday 13 January and be help in person

Harris Hill are delighted to be partnering with a fantastic charity that provides emotional, financial and practical support to their community. They are searching for a Fundraiser (Trusts and Foundations) to join their team.

As Fundraiser (Trusts and Foundations), you will research and identify charitable trusts which may provide future financial support to the charity whilst maximising the potential for giving from trusts with which the Charity already has a relationship. You will prepare, submit and monitor applications to charitable trusts including the maintenance of records of applications, grant receipts and successful/failed submissions. You will also ensure Trusts are thanked for donations in timely fashion.

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Experience of successful trust fundraising.
• Understanding of fundraising disciplines.
• Excellent communication skills, whether face to face, by telephone, virtual calls or in writing.
• Ability to convey complex information accurately, succinctly and engagingly.

If this role sounds of interest to you and you want to have a chat and review the full job description, please do contact Dominic at Harris Hill on [email protected] or call him on 020 7820 7332.

Salary: £34,000
Permanent, Full-time (35 hours per week)
Location: Oxford, with hybrid working.

Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so please send your CV to Dominic ASAP.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Grants and Bids Manager

£30,000 – £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

35 hours per week

York Minster Fund (YMF) is the lead fundraising partner for York Minster. We are an independent organisation, with a separate board of Trustees, who work closely with colleagues across the Cathedral to secure income for a number of much needed projects and programmes of work.

As we continue our ongoing work to care for the fabric and repair and training needs of York Minster as well as increasing our strategic grants and bids, we are seeking an experienced fundraiser to support our work. This new member of our team will create compelling, well researched approaches and updates across Trust and Foundation, statutory and major donor audiences.

Working with colleagues across the Cathedral and its precinct, you will thrive on engaging with and understanding complex projects and initiatives, translating these into compelling text and collateral with a bespoke approach to each donor. You will ensure that all bid conditions are met, and each relationship is managed with excellent stewardship.

A strong relationship focussed approach is at the heart of our success and methodology and this will be integral to your way of working. You will be positive, flexible, keen to learn, resilient, a confident communicator across different groups of people and excited about furthering your career in the magnificent setting of York Minster.

The closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 13 January 2025. Interviews are scheduled Wednesday 29 January 2025.

We request no contact from agencies or media sales.

One-year fixed term contract, with the potential to extend or convert to permanent

Part-time initially (3/4 days per week) with the potential to increase to full-time in 2026

Hybrid working with the requirement to work at Embrace’s office, in High Wycombe, at least 2 times a month for team building purposes

Are you inspired to bring hope to some of the most excluded and marginalised people living in the Middle East?

Do you have the skills and passion to marry donor purpose with Embrace’s work through its Christian partners in the region and grow income to support this life transforming work?

Are you looking for a fresh new challenge in a role where your passion and experience would contribute to making a real difference to the lives of people and communities living in the Middle East?

If so, then we would like to hear from you.

Who we are…

In 2024, Embrace the Middle East celebrated 170 years of close partnership and relationship with local Christians who, through their churches and local civil society organisations, are serving some of the most marginalised and excluded communities in the Middle East, of all faiths and none.

Ours is a vision of faith, hope and love in action: where there is a need for refuge, a home however temporary, for education, for safeguarding, for economic empowerment, for justice and human rights – we, with our partners, want to respond. We do this by building strong and lasting partnerships, nurtured by mutual respect and a shared commitment to excellence. To support this important work, we are looking for a Programme Funding Manager to secure significant and sustainable funding through matching donor’s purpose and values with Embrace’s programme and partnership strategy.

Recognising the philanthropy landscape is changing, we want to invest in building on the solid foundations that have been laid by the current major giving team with this new Programme Funding Manager (initially for 1 year). The focus of this new role will be to shift our trust and foundation fundraising approach towards developing thematic proposals, specifically funding Embrace’s Christian Partners to provide support for services including but not limited to; refugees, displaced communities fleeing violence, enable women's empowerment, psychosocial support for young people, education services, community development and emergency humanitarian relief. Never has there been a more poignant time to help and support people in this troubled region.

About the role:

The Programme Funding Manager will work closely with Embrace’s Director of Fundraising and Major Gift colleagues to secure £500,000 per annum from Major Donors, Trusts, Foundations and Corporates.

Working collaboratively with Embrace’s Programme and Partnerships colleagues, you will create, develop and agree funding proposals to support our partners with programming developments, around thematic proposals that fund work in multiple countries. This work will encompass, producing compelling, persuasive and professional applications to secure and renew funding. This will result in achieving substantial donations and long-term partnership with donors through excellent stewardship, characterised by clearly articulating to trusts, funder’s philanthropic interests, providing captivating reports to encourage the renewal and cultivation of potential and existing donations. You will develop and maintain an exemplary understanding of the context and challenges of Embrace’s Christian partners, deliver high quality applications to either achieve or exceed targets and ensure donors are professionally thanked and their support acknowledged as appropriate.

About you:

This role requires a proven understanding of successful programme design and ability to innovate our approach to fundraising from charitable trusts, foundations and corporate donors, coupled with pre-emptively writing pitch proposals that marry donor purpose, and an ability to present detailed reports illustrating the impact of Embrace’s work through its Christian partners in the region. Suitable candidates will be motivated and inspired to support Embrace’s Christian partners to transform lives and restore the dignity of the most excluded and marginalised, helping change the lives of marginalised people living with poverty, injustice, disability, trauma and displacement caused by conflict, and other challenges. You will have a sympathy for Embrace’s mission with the Christian faith and be comfortable working in a faith-inspired environment.

Suitable skills and experience include:

• A track record in developing new funding sources, writing applications and reporting on projects raising 5/6-figure sums for multi-year projects 
• Ability to identify potential new funding opportunities and have experience of writing detailed reports and delivering pitches on the phone and/or in person  
• A highly collaborative approach, a problem solver and lateral thinker  
• Willingness to travel to visit Embrace’s programmes in the Middle East (once or twice every 2 years)
• Translating strategy into cases for funding support  
• A propositional / front-footed approach, proactively prioritising workload to deliver multiple projects at the same high standard  
• Strong written communication and interpersonal skills with proven track record in face-to-face pitching to prospects and the ability to present orally and in writing   
• Ability to influence, negotiate and persuade others to gain acceptance or agreement of ideas and approaches  
• Competent level of computer literacy, including use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and CRM system 
• Self-motivated, be able to work from home and be able to travel to London and other areas as required  
• Show a sense of responsibility and commitment to organisational excellence with integrity, honesty and professionalism 

Staff benefits at Embrace the Middle East….

• To support every member of staff to work as effectively as possible, Embrace offers remote and flexible working arrangements. This includes flexitime and home-working arrangements
• Flexitime - start work between 7:30am – 10:00am and finish between 3:00pm – 6:00pm. Our core collaborative working hours are between 10:00am to 3:00pm
• Working from home allowance of £312 per annum
• Pension - option to join from day 1. Maximum employer contribution of 10%
• Holiday - 32 days, including 8 bank holidays and a day off work for your birthday – rising to 33 days after 5 years' service and 34 days after 10 years' service, plus 3 days leave between Christmas and the New Year
• Life Assurance - 3x salary
• Access to retail discount portal
• Employee Assistant Programme (confidential counselling, legal and financial advice) - available 24 /7, 365 days a year
• Training and development programme for all employees
• Commitment to staff health & wellbeing

How to apply:

To apply online, please visit our website and go to ‘Job Opportunities’.

Closing date: 9 January 2025.

We aim to contact all shortlisted candidates either before or shortly after the closing date.

Embrace the Middle East provides equal opportunity for all job applicants and employees and is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination. We are dedicated to an inclusive culture, and we strive to create a workplace where teams of people with diverse backgrounds, characteristic, perspectives, ideas and experiences work together.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position you need to have the right to work in the UK, either through nationality or relevant work visa.

The successful candidate will be required to complete a medical questionnaire and undertake a disclosure check as part of the Charity’s safer recruitment policy.

Thank you for your interest in Embrace the Middle East.

Are you the Strategy and Executive Facilitator to work with Sam?

• Do you thrive in a collaborative, open, creative and highly adaptive environment where all forms of intelligence and perspective are valued?
• Do you have an aptitude and ability to effectively support and collaborate with neurodivergent leadership and with someone whose preferred style of working is strongly verbal?
• Can you be a conduit for creative ideas and visions and enable communications, strategy and organisation, and can you see what steps and actions need to be taken to support translating them into reality?

Our priorities and approach

The Roddick Foundation was established by Gordon and Anita Roddick, founders of The Body Shop. We are entrepreneurial and activist, driving innovative programmes and focusing on people and organisations that take unconventional approaches to advancing justice and empowering communities. We do this through two areas of work; grant making and initiating and incubating system-change projects. Historically some of these include initiating and incubating the Big Issue and 38 Degrees.

Current projects include indigenous rights in Canada and Brazil, a farming cluster project in Wales and creating new ways of trading with indigenous food growers.

The projects are led by Sam Roddick who is a creative entrepreneur and who brings her creative and intuitive abilities to being an activist and leading visionary projects. This role will work closely with Sam who is neurodivergent and the postholder will support her to transform her ideas and creativity into tangible work projects.

About the role and you

This is a truly unique position. It is going to bring a new capacity to the great projects we run. You’ll be integrated into our talented and warm community of colleagues. What we need from the postholder are the creative skills to fully communicate Sam’s ideas and the work to a wide range of people and partners, and the organisational skills to support pacing and planning of projects, creating systems and processes to advance and document progress and learning. They will act as a kind of bridge, relaying Sam’s vision and ideas once they have been conceptualised to various project managers, partners, and other audiences. It’s important to say also that there are elements of some traditional PA support that are required.

If this is how your creativity operates – enabling bridges to be built and creating effective communications – then you might be the person Sam, and the projects, need.

The successful candidate may come from any of a wide array of relevant backgrounds, such as: creative writing, communications, public affairs, campaigning, advocacy, policy influencing, media work, etc. Their career to date could be any number of settings: from film or theatre to think-tanks, to NGOs or international development, to private companies, to research or academia etc. The bottom line is that we are open to where you have honed your communications and organisational skills, and we are excited to hear from you.

How to apply

Please download the candidate information pack (attached). The pack contains lots of information about the role and how to apply (by uploading your CV and a short video, together with a completed equal opportunities monitoring form). The closing date is 20 January 2025.

If you require any further information or you would like to discuss anything in more detail, please contact Allyson Davies via the details in the pack.

About Rockinghorse Children’s Charity

Rockinghorse Children’s Charity supports sick and disabled children across Sussex. We support babies, children and young people, along with their families, at The Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital and The Trevor Mann Baby Unit in Brighton and all of the specialist children’s wards and baby units throughout Sussex. 

We deliver and fund projects that enable doctors and nurses to do more. All of projects are led by the needs of children and young people and their families – the lifesaving medical equipment, the support for parents and families, the toys for children spending time in hospitals across Sussex, the environments and spaces that help children feel more at home when they are in hospital and additional staff to make sure children get the best possible care when they are unwell. 

Originally set up in 1967 by Dr Trevor Mann, we have been supporting children for more than 55 years, and in that time, we have supported nearly a million children and their families. As the official fundraising arm of the Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital, including the Trevor Mann Baby Unit, we work with the NHS, charity partners and the Sussex community to ensure children can be children no matter now sick they are. 

We do not receive any government, statutory or local authority funding and so we rely on the generous support of individuals, community groups, companies and trusts: people like you, who care about children and want Sussex to be a safe place for children to grow up. 

About the role

In 2022 we launched our three-year strategic plan, which prioritised our activities to enable us to support more babies, children and teenagers. As we enter the final year of this strategy the charity continues to expand and develop its projects and services children all over Sussex.

This role will support the Head of Philanthropy in securing income in line with targets and developing relationships with Trust and Major Donor supporters, to ensure we can continue to deliver life-saving projects for children and young people across Sussex.

You’ll bring excellent organisational skills, outstanding written and verbal communication skills, evidence of brilliant relationship management skills and a passion and enthusiasm for fundraising. You’ll be part of a successful fundraising team that values wellbeing and champions teamwork, where our vision for children and young people is shared, and success is celebrated.

Duties of the role 

Supporting the charity to secure income from Trusts, Foundations and Major Donors:

Research

· Undertake regular research on Trust and Major Donors prospects and donors to identify trusts and individuals with propensity to give donations of £2,000 and above and with a fit to our aims and objectives and to deepen our understanding of interests and objectives.

· Work with the rest of the team and with Rockinghorse Trustees to ensure there is a system for new Trusts and potential Major Donors to be flagged to us.

· Keeping Trust and Major Donor pipeline information updated regularly on e-tapestry (fundraising database).

Engage

· Develop bespoke action plans for an agreed number of Trust and Major Donor prospects and supporters to help us engage, cultivate and solicit donations.

· Work with the Head of Development and Philanthropy to design and deliver bespoke cultivation events and experiences.

· Assist the Head of Development and Philanthropy with developing introductions into Trustee networks, based on network mapping exercises already conducted.

Cultivation

· Work with the Head of Development and Philanthropy to manage our relationship with an agreed number of Major Donor prospects to help us grow our supporter base.

· In collaboration with the Head of Development and Philanthropy, develop a stewardship programme for an agreed number of warm trust supporters, ensuing regular and inspiring feedback and updates on our work, which connect supporters to the difference they make.

· Plan and attend bespoke project visits with prospects and donors.

· Create bespoke feedback reports and updates.

· Plan and manage an annual supporter thank you event for Rockinghorse supporters across all teams.

Ask

· Work with the Head of Development and Philanthropy to make an agreed number of Trust applications to warm and cold trust prospects throughout the year.

· Work with Head of Development and Philanthropy and the Chief Executive Officer to make financial asks of our prospective Major Donor supporters based on the right project, at the right time.

· Create and develop compelling cases for support based on our projects.

Supporting the charity to deliver brilliant, funded projects that support children and their families:

Rockinghorse delivers and funds around 70 projects per year – supporting sick and disabled babies, children, young people and their families in hospitals in Sussex.

· Work with Head of Development and Philanthropy to ensure we have enough projects that fit the Trusts and Major Donor prospects in our pipeline.

· Work with Head of Development and Philanthropy to design and develop innovative new projects to support asks to our Major Donor supporters.

· Work with Projects Manager and project leads to ensure everyone is aware of the level of feedback and evaluation required for projects funded by Trust and Major Donor supporters and to ensure that we receive regular updates from project leads.

· Work with the Head of Marketing and Communications and project leads to build up a bank of case studies, quotes and stories we can use to feed back to donors.

 Support the operations of the charity more widely:

· Model excellent conduct and behaviours in line with the charity’s values and ethos.

· Carry out other such duties as may be required for the purposes of the charity; this will include working during evenings and weekends as required and the postholder would be expected to work flexibly to do so.

· There are travel requirements for this post (covering the whole of Sussex) to attend, put on events and meet with our supporters.

Person specification 

Essential experience, skills and knowledge for the role: 

1. Experience and understanding of the principles of Trust and Major Donor fundraising (prospecting, research, making applications, making asks and stewardship).

2. Able to work collaboratively and build productive relationships with colleagues, stakeholders and third-party agencies.

3. Able to prioritise own workload effectively and confidence to work autonomously.

4. Excellent time management skills with strong prioritisation and organisation skills.

5. Brilliant communication and interpersonal abilities – able to engage with stakeholders quickly and effectively.

6. Ability to handle confidential donor information.

7. Experience of using customer relationship management platforms (Rockinghorse uses e-Tapestry).

8. Commitment to Rockinghorse Children’s Charity’s mission, vision and values.

Desirable experience, skills and knowledge: 

1. Experience managing communications and/or marketing to support fundraising engagement and support.

2. Previous work experience with a non-profit, or charitable organisation.

3. Experience of using MailChimp or other CRM & email platforms.

4. Experience of making applications to charitable trusts and managing relationships.

5. Experience of major donor giving, prospecting and stewardship.

Work skills you’ll need on the job: 

1. Brilliant organisational skills.

2. Excellent people skills, adaptable and flexible in manner and approach.

3. Excellent written and verbal communication.

4. Ability to work on own initiative and as an active team member.

5. Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits of working for Rockinghorse Children’s Charity: 

· 25 days annual leave (prorated for part-time) plus bank holidays. 

· An additional day of annual leave on your birthday. 

· Christmas closure days (prorated for part-time) – up to three additional days of annual leave.

· Cycle to work scheme. 

· Competitive pension scheme. 

· Employee and dependants’ health cash plan including access to an online GP and counselling. 

· Family leave including maternity, adoption, shared parental and paternity leave. 

· Ongoing opportunities for learning and professional development for staff. 

· Quarterly reward and recognition days for all staff. 

· Opportunity for flexible, hybrid and part-time working. 

· Subsidised car parking in Brighton. 

· Access to Enterprise Car Club. 

Rockinghorse is committed to building an inclusive workplace, with equity for all, whilst embracing and championing inclusion and diversity. We welcome applications from all. 

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Application Process 

To apply, please send your CV and covering letter outlining how you fulfil the eight essential elements of the person specification.

Your covering letter must address your experience, skills and knowledge against the eight essential elements of the person spec. Applications without a covering letter will not be considered. If you also have any of the five desirable criteria, please outline these too. 

If you need any support with the process or application, please get in touch. We can also talk to through the role and answer any questions you may have informally.

All applicants will be shortlisted (to go to interview) based on their ability to demonstrate they have, or can gain, most of the essential criteria for the role – as demonstrated in the covering letter.

Estimated Timeframes: 

· Application Deadline midnight 12th January 2025.

· Shortlisting w/c 13th January 2025. 

· Interviews will be Wednesday 22nd January 2025 in central Brighton.

Interviews will be with the CEO, the Head of Development & Philanthropy and Head of Fundraising and Partnerships and will consist of a series of set questions (the same for each candidate) about your skills, experience and knowledge relating to the post (Essential, Work and Desirable skills).

The interview will also be an opportunity to ask any questions you may have about the role, the charity and the process of recruitment.

The role will be available from 1st February 2025 onwards (depending on post holder’s availability).

To ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and promote diversity, Rockinghorse Children’s Charity is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will be happy to accommodate your needs.

Kent Community Foundation is looking for its next Chief Executive who will continue to drive the organisation forward. As a professional grant-maker, Kent Community Foundation has been finding, funding and supporting small charities and community groups across Kent and Medway for more than 23 years.

You will be ready to inspire our team of 18 people, our Board of Trustees and a network of philanthropic individuals, families and businesses in Kent and Medway. You’ll be a strong advocate for the voluntary sector, passionate about delivering better social outcomes in local communities and seek to build on the Foundation’s reputation as a leading funder. 

In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with the Board of Trustees to deliver Kent Community Foundation’s long-term strategy, budget, and business plan. The role involves building strong relationships with donors, funders, and stakeholders to expand our impact and income. You will ensure the organisation operates efficiently and achieves its ambitious goals. Additionally, you will monitor key indicators including financial health, while representing Kent Community Foundation at external events and in the media to enhance its reputation. 

The ideal candidate will have proven leadership and relationship-building skills, with experience in major donor fundraising, business development, or driving sales growth. Financial acumen, innovative thinking, and a passion for empowering communities are essential, alongside a commitment to Kent Community Foundation’s core values. 

Are you passionate about children’s literacy? Do you want to use your fundraising skills and experience to enable opportunity for children living with little or no access to books and reading? Can you help us to create a home environment where reading for pleasure is part of the fabric of family life? If so, read on - we may have just the job for you here at Doorstep Library!

We are looking for a passionate and astute fundraiser, able to make and develop relationships with stakeholders and manage funding portfolios. You will have a flair for communicating, in writing and in person, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to spot and develop an opportunity. This is an exciting and varied role, where you wil see our projects first hand and the difference that we make.

Introduction

In 2024, WNST rebranded as the Wembley Stadium Foundation, marking a new chapter in our journey. This evolution reflects our ambition to broaden our reach and deepen our impact in Brent and across the country.Through a unique partnership with The FA and Wembley Stadium, the Foundation receives annual funding to support various initiatives spanning sport, physical activity, the arts, and cultural programmes. Rooted in Wembley Stadium's iconic legacy, these efforts empower charities and community organisations to deliver impactful programmes that drive meaningful change. As we expand our focus and ambition, the Head of Strategic Partnerships and Programmes will play a pivotal role in supporting our new CEO in shaping how we harness these resources. This includes fostering collaboration, driving innovation, and amplifying the power of movement, creativity, and connection to make an even greater difference to the communities we serve.

Message from our CEO

We are embarking on an exciting journey to unlock the full potential of the Foundation! With a refreshed identity that reflects our ambition, we are focused on amplifying the power of Wembley’s legacy and using it as a platform for positive change.By investing in initiatives across Brent and nationally—spanning sport, movement, the arts, and cultural activities—we aim to transform lives, strengthen communities, and promote well-being.Collaboration lies at the heart of our work, and by building strong partnerships, we can expand our reach and deliver meaningful, lasting impact.We welcome applications from anyone who shares our vision and energy and wants to be part of a dynamic team

• Paul Findlay MBE

Skills & Experience

The Head of Strategic Programmes and Partnerships will bring expertise in grant-making, stakeholder engagement, and impact evaluation, balancing operational needs with strategic priorities. As we enter an exciting phase of delivery and growth, the Foundation requires a strategic leader to work closely alongside the CEO, designing and delivering our new grants programmes while evaluating and communicating their impact. This role will also manage several high-profile, high-value relationships that are crucial to the success of the Foundation. Strong interpersonal skills, a collaborative approach, and a commitment to WSF’s mission of empowering communities through sport, movement, and culture are essential for success in this role.

Essential:

Grant & Programme Management: Experience in managing grant-making processes and overseeing the co-production of programmes with partners to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.

Stakeholder Engagement: Proven ability to build and sustain relationships with key stakeholders, including local authorities, national organisations, and grant recipients, fostering collaboration and shared impact.

Impact & Evaluation: Experience in designing and implementing robust impact measurement frameworks to evaluate funded programmes and producing comprehensive reports to demonstrate outcomes and accountability. 

Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to represent theFoundation in high-profile settings and build confidence with stakeholders.

Desirable:

-Operational Management: Strong operational oversight skills, ensuring the efficient and effective administration of grants and day-to-day organisational processes.

-Charity Sector: In-depth understanding of the charitable sector, with experience fostering partnerships that drive inclusivity and support a range of initiatives across sport, movement, and culture.

-Strategy: Ability to align grant-making practices and stakeholder engagement with long-term strategic goals, ensuring delivery of theFoundation’s mission and priorities.

-Leadership: Experience in a senior management role, with the ability to lead and influence teams and deputise for the CEO when required.

Personal Competencies

-All candidates are expected to have a strong understanding of the charitable sector and a genuine commitment to the transformative power of grant making and partnerships in empowering communities, fostering inclusivity, and creating lasting impact. 

• Ability to think strategically and align decisions with organisational goals.

• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to evaluate data, evidence, and feedback effectively.

• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to engage clearly and sensitively with a variety of audiences.

• Confidence to express opinions in a reasoned and constructive manner, while actively listening to the views of others.

• Ability to provide constructive challenge and positive reinforcement when appropriate.

• Willingness to collaborate as part of a team, contributing to collective strategic decisions and accepting shared responsibility.

• Capacity to manage challenging situations with professionalism and resilience.

• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality on sensitive or confidential matters.

• Personal credibility and the ability to represent the Foundation with authority and authenticity in diverse settings.

Salary, Location & Benefits

Role Title: Head of Strategic Partnerships & Programmes 

Salary: £48,000 - per annum (plus benefits) 

Location: Hybrid working arrangement, with a requirement to be at Wembley 

Stadium a minimum of 2 days per week. 

Travel: Occasional travel within London and across the UK as required. 

Benefits: 

• Flexible hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance.

• Opportunity to work within an iconic and inspiring location at Wembley Stadium.

• Generous annual leave entitlement, including public holidays.

• Electric Car Scheme (salary sacrifice)

• Access to professional development and training opportunities.

• A supportive and inclusive working environment committed to your well-being.

Closing date for applications: 5pm Monday January 20th 2025 - Late applications will not be accepted

APPLICATION PROCESS - The CEO will manage the process of short-listing and interviewing

Interviews for short-listed candidates will be held in person at WembleyStadium w/c 10th Feb 2025

We are committed to removing barriers that may arise during any stage of the recruitment process. If you have a disability and require the advert in an alternative format or would like to discuss any adjustments to the interview process to better support your needs, please let us know.

Further Information

Website Redesign - We are excited to announce that the Wembley StadiumFoundation’s website is currently being redesigned to align with our refreshed identity and broadened mission. The new website, launching by the end of January, will provide enhanced functionality, detailed programme information, and improved accessibility for all users.

Our Trustees - The Foundation is governed by a dedicated Board of Trustees who bring expertise from sectors such as sport, business, charity, and community development.Their leadership ensures that we remain focused on delivering impactful programmes and fulfilling our mission. You can find a list of our trustees on the charity commission website.

Our Mission and Values - The Wembley Stadium Foundation is committed to empowering communities through sport, movement, and culture, fostering inclusivity, and creating meaningful change. We aim to reflect these values not only in our work but also in our recruitment and workplace environment.

Contact Us - If you have any questions about this role, require further information, or would like to have an informal and confidential chat, please contact Paul Findlay, CEO.