Charity Events Manager Jobs

As the UK’s leading dementia research charity, we’re determined to stop this from becoming a reality. We’re working to revolutionise the way we treat, diagnose and prevent dementia. But we will not stop there. With your support, we will keep going until every person is free from the heartbreak of dementia. We exist for a cure.

The Senior Website Development Manager will play a crucial role in the delivery of a new website as part of the Alzheimer’s Research UK’s digital transformation programme. This role will focus on ensuring the new website meets our strategic objectives, user needs, and future-proofing requirements. This role will work closely with internal stakeholders, technical agencies, and the digital transformation workstream to guarantee a user-centred, data-driven approach to website Development.

This is an 18-month fixed term contact to support the team to deliver on a new organisational project.

Main duties and responsibilities of the role:

Phase 1: Project Initiation and Procurement

· Collaborate with internal stakeholders across the charity to gather requirements for the new website, focusing on core audience, income, action, and influence objectives. 

· Analyse existing website data and insights, in collaboration with the web, digital campaigns, and data functions, to inform decisions about the new website's design, functionality, and content. 

· Work closely with the communications, brand and insight teams & digital transformation workstream to ensure the website is built with core audience cohorts at its heart.

· Lead the procurement process for an external web development supplier, in line with procurement guidelines, ensuring alignment with our needs and budget. 

· Assess our current web tech stack and work with our chosen web Development partner, the Digital Content Manager and the Head of Digital as well as Data & IT functions to optimise or replace our existing set up.

Phase 2: Website Development and Oversight

· Oversee the website development process, ensuring adherence to project timelines, agreed scope. budget, and quality standards. 

· Collaborate effectively with the chosen web development agency, existing external partners and internal teams to ensure seamless integration of Salesforce, readiness for Salesforce Marketing Cloud (or equivalent), and other digital marketing & analytics platforms (e.g. Meta, DotDigital, GTM, GA4). 

· Champion accessibility, brand guidelines, and SEO best practices throughout the website development process. 

· Ensure the website is built with future-thinking skills, incorporating new technologies and automations for enhanced user experience and growth. 

Phase 3: Support and Collaboration

· Support the wider digital transformation workstream where possible, contributing expertise and insights on website development. 

· Work closely with the Digital Transformation Programme Manager to ensure alignment between the website development and overall programme objectives. 

Other Duties:

· Internal Communication: Work with the Digital Transformation Programme Manager, internal communications, the web function and Head of Digital to ensure that there is a regular flow of information and updates to key stakeholders and internal beneficiaries of the web Development project.

· Content & Data Migration and Optimisation: Oversee the migration of existing website content to the new platform, ensuring it is optimised for our CMS, CRM, SEO, accessibility, and user experience. 

· Stakeholder Training and Support: Work with the chosen website development agency to develop and support the delivery of training materials for internal stakeholders on the new website's features and functionality.

· Website Analytics and Reporting: Support the web function in developing key performance indicators (KPIs) and reporting for the new website to track its performance.

· A/B Testing and Optimisation: Ensure the new site is fully A/B testing enabled on website elements, using the latest AI capabilities and tools where feasible (e.g., calls to action, page layouts) to optimise forms, conversion rates and user engagement. 

· User Feedback and Research: Ensure the new website can acquire user feedback through surveys, feedback forms, and user testing.

· Documentation and Knowledge Management: Work with the web development agency and internal stakeholders to develop comprehensive documentation for the new website, including user guides, technical specifications, and content style guides. Ensure this documentation is easily accessible to relevant stakeholders. 

· Collaboration with the Senior Digital Channel Manager, Social Media Manager and Digital Content Manager: Work closely with these roles to ensure alignment between the website and social media content, as well as the overall digital marketing and social media strategies. 

· Trend Monitoring and Innovation: Stay abreast of the latest website design and development trends, as well as emerging technologies. Explore opportunities to incorporate innovative features and functionalities into the website to enhance user experience and drive engagement. 

What we are looking for:

· Proven experience in managing website development projects, ideally within the charity or non-profit sector.

· Strong understanding of user-centred design principles and experience in gathering user requirements.

· Knowledge of website development technologies, content management systems, and SEO best practices.

· Experience working with external agencies and managing procurement processes.

· Familiarity with Salesforce or equivalent, and digital marketing platforms.

· Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and collaboration skills.

· Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage timelines and budgets effectively.

· Strategic thinker with the ability to translate organisational goals into website features and functionality.

· Proactive, results-oriented, and passionate about using digital platforms to drive positive impact.

· A genuine interest in Alzheimer's research and a commitment to ARUK's mission.

Additional Information:

Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office.

Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals.  This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.

Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD. 

Salary: Circa £54,000 per annum, plus benefits.

Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information.

The closing date for applications is the 16th March 2025, with interviews likely to be held week commencing the 24th March 2025. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.  We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.  Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.

As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. While we strive to anonymise your CV where possible, there are certain sections, such as the application question, that cannot be fully anonymised. We kindly ask that you remove any personal information, including your name, when answering the application question. The hiring panel will not have access to your personal details, such as your name and address, until you are invited for an interview. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, please contact us via our website. 

How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application.

About Alzheimer’s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure.  Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope. 

There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer’s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure. 

In 2024, we were incredibly proud to be awarded a 3-star accreditation by Best Companies which recognises ‘World Class’ levels of workplace engagement. This is the second consecutive time; we have been awarded a Best Companies 3-star accreditation.

We were also listed in the prestigious Best Companies lists:

· 18th in the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For in the UK.

· 10th in the 50 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England.

· 2nd in the 30 Best Companies to Work For in the Charity Sector.

In addition, we were also shortlisted for a special award recognising the work undertaken on reducing our environmental impact.

In 2021, we were awarded the HR Management award by The Charity Times for our Wellbeing initiatives throughout the pandemic.

In 2020, we demonstrated our commitment to changing the way we think and act about mental health in the workplace and signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge. 

ARUK really does look after its people, where you will be able to add value and make a difference. 

To view further details about working for us and the benefits we offer, please visit Alzheimer’s Research UK

The British Dyslexia Association (BDA) is a charity that represents the voice of people living with dyslexia. We aim to influence government and other institutions to promote a dyslexia friendly society that enables dyslexic people of all ages to reach their full potential. 

This role plays a crucial part in supporting and educating the dyslexic community by planning and delivering engaging, high-quality events and supporting fundraising.  The Events and Fundraising Officer will provide administration support to the fundraising team one day a week, and the remaining four days will be spent on BDA Events. These events provide vital information, resources, and networking opportunities for individuals, professionals, and organisations working with dyslexia.

A typical annual calendar of events might look like:

• 2 x virtual webinars per month

• 2-3 virtual conferences

• 1-2 in-person conferences

• 1-2 networking/reception/policy events

• 1 fundraising event

• Other ad-hoc events 

Location

This is a hybrid role, working one day a week from our office in Bracknell, and the remainder of the work from home. Travel to event locations and site visits (approximately 6-8 times per year) will be required, as well as some evening and weekend work for live events.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Event Planning, Management and Administration

• Plan and oversee events from conception to completion, working closely with the Head of Fundraising.

• Work in close liaison with external event organisers in the development and delivery of events.

• Undertake operational aspects of events, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.

• Data administration – ensure accurate event sign-up data, data recording on the CRM and ongoing administration of data.

• Delegate support – manage delegate communications and oversee post-event feedback collection.

• Virtual Event Management – serve as the technical lead for virtual events and rehearsals, utilising Zoom and other technical platforms.

• Ensure sponsors and exhibitors receive their full package and liaise with the Finance Department regarding contracts and fees.

• Manage events-related web pages on the BDA website.

Fundraising and Administration

• Provide administrative support one day a week across the Fundraising and Events team.

• Visits to the office as and when required to support with fundraising fulfilment and stock checks (likely to be two days per month)

• Maximise fundraising potential, particularly for free events, through strategic donation and sponsorship initiatives.

• Work closely with the Head of Fundraising to integrate fundraising efforts into event planning.

• Work with the Partnerships Manager to identify and approach potential sponsors and donors to support events.

• Monitor and report on the financial performance of fundraising initiatives linked to events.

Marketing and Promotion

• Collaborate with the Communications team to develop targeted event promotion strategies.

• Monitor marketing activity, analyse trends, and suggest improvements.

Stakeholder and Supplier Management

• Actively secure and follow up leads to secure bookings, including liaising with external agencies.

• Manage relationships with suppliers, external supporters, exhibitors, and sponsors.

• Ensure GDPR compliance when working with distribution lists.

Budgeting and Reporting

• Assist the Head of Fundraising in reaching organisational targets and managing budgets.

• Collate and analyse post-event data for feedback reports.

• Continually analyse our events offerings to ensure that our events are meeting the needs of our beneficiaries and/or generating fundraising income.

Person Specification

Essential

• Proven event management experience.

• Well organised with an ability to work under pressure and with competing priorities, using own initiative.

• Excellent understanding of Customer Relationship Management and Content Management Systems.

• High level of IT competency inc. Microsoft Office and Zoom. 

• Ability to proactively engage and influence a range of stakeholders at all  levels, trustees, volunteers, speakers, and external organisations.

• Demonstrable ability to prioritise and organise resources to deliver on time, budget and agreed high quality standards.

• Self-disciplined and confident with a friendly and diplomatic manner.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Excellent inter-personal skills and ability to work well within a small team, as well as within the wider organisation.

• Ability to work to targets and deadlines.

• Ability to work independently, be a self-starter / motivated.

Desirable

• Knowledge of dyslexia and/or neurodiversity.

• Experience working within the charitable sector.

• Knowledge of Access CRM and MailChimp.

Equal Opportunities

At the BDA, we celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone—whether a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or beneficiary—feels valued and empowered. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and strive to ensure our team reflects the communities we serve.

Job Purpose and Role:
Reporting to the Head of Communications and Giving (HC&G), you will play a key role in expanding our high value unrestricted fundraising potential by developing, managing and delivering exciting fundraising strategies. As a self-motivated individual with experience of building lasting relationships and meeting ambitious but realistic targets, you will take the lead on recruiting and retaining a portfolio of Trusts and Foundations, Major Donors, high value Regular Givers and Corporate Donors, enabling us to work alongside many more resilient Afghan families to build brighter futures.
 

Key Responsibilities:
Strategy, planning and reporting

• Produce annual fundraising plans and budgets for major donors, trust, corporate and regular givers to engage supporters and develop relationships;
• Work with the Head of Communications & Giving to develop and deliver long-term high value fundraising strategies;
• Manage budgets for fundraising activities and events;
• Report against monthly, quarterly and annual targets, identifying variances and strategies to address where needed;
• Lead on the set up of systems and processes to support effective and efficient fundraising and relationship management;
• Keep up to date with fundraising best practice, policy and relevant legislation and ensure these are reflected in Afghanaid’s approaches;
• Produce pipelines, reports and analysis of major donor, trust, corporate and regular giver fundraising;
• Line manage the Fundraising and Events Coordinator and other short term interns and volunteers.

Trust, Major Donor, Corporate Fundraising

• Identify and secure new trust and corporate funding relationships through database analysis, desk research, networking, formal presentations, and producing concept notes or proposals;
• Retain and maximise relationships with existing trust and corporate portfolio through designing and delivering bespoke annual engagement strategies, including exclusive and personalised reports, briefings, calls and proposals;
• Secure match funding from key trust, corporate and major donors to maximise the success of events and appeals;
• Promote cross-department collaboration on trust and corporate fundraising to maximise both unrestricted and restricted fundraising, leading meetings, identifying synergies, and integrating pipelines and prospecting mechanisms;
• Identify and secure new major donors and high value regular givers, conceptualising and running acquisition and conversion campaigns alongside the HC&G;
• Manage and maximise relationships with existing major donors and regular givers through designing and delivering annual engagement strategies, including reports, calls and proposals;
• Collaborate with colleagues to produce content for engaging monthly email newsletters for high value portfolio;
• Design and manage an annual campaign to upgrade existing regular givers;
• Mobilise Board of Trustees and Directors to support with stewardship of high value donor relationships;
• Organise the annual high value donor dinner, compiling the invitee list, managing RSVPs and organising other logistics;
• Manage the coordination of and attend other events, representing Afghanaid, networking and pursuing opportunities to develop relationships;
• Manage external platforms related to high value giving including Benevity, Global Giving and Myriad US, updating where appropriate in alignment with campaigns and appeals and actively identifying ways to maximise their use and join new platforms where appropriate;
• Work with colleagues to identify and pursue opportunities for gifts-in-kind or alternative high-value partnerships;
• Liaise cross-departmentally to ensure funding contract requirements are adhered to.

Data and administration

• Ensure all phone calls, meetings, emails and other engagement with trusts, corporates, major donors and high value regular givers are logged on Salesforce, ensuring records are clean;
• Work with the Database and Insights Analyst to conceptualise and implement key CRM processes that promote efficiency, accuracy and maximise the use of automations;
• Manage monthly reconciliation of fundraising income, working with the Database and Insights Analyst and other C&G colleagues to ensure all donations from these donation streams are recorded and reconciled accurately and optimally on the database;
• Ensure Gift Aid declarations are sought from all eligible donors and appropriately filed;
• Monitor the supporter care email address and the office phone to deal with enquiries and ensure all donors are receiving the best possible experience;
• Manage the deposit and thanking mechanisms of any offline donations;
• Undertake any other duties as and when required by the line manager and/or overview manager.

About Afghanaid

Afghanaid is a community-led humanitarian and development organisation operating in Afghanistan. For more than forty years we have worked with millions of families in some of the poorest and most remote communities in Afghanistan. We build basic services, improve livelihoods, strengthen the rights of women and children, help communities protect against natural disasters and adapt to climate change, and respond to humanitarian emergencies.

Our community-led approach ensures Afghans shape their own development, making them active participants in determining the future of their country. With our years of experience, our 97% Afghan team, and our deep understanding of local, cultural and ethnic issues, we have earned great trust and respect among the communities we work alongside. This has allowed us to gain access to some of the most underserved areas of the country.

Download our attachment to read the full job description and person specification.

Vacancy Reference Number:

EVC/FR/UK-R1

Position Title:

Events & Volunteer Coordinator

Department:

UK Events and Volunteers

Location:

Muslim Hands, 148 – 164 Gregory Boulevard, Gregory House, Nottingham, NG7 5JE

Hours of Work:

Full-time, 35 hours per week

Salary Range:

£22,000-£24,999 per annum (commensurate with experience)

Terms of Employment:

12-Months’ Fixed-Term Contract (with a 6-Month Probationary Period)

Application Process & Closing Date:

Send an up-to-date CV and supporting Covering Letter by Email by no later than 21st March 2025

Approx. Interview & Role Commencement Date(s):

· Interviews: As and when strong candidates identified

· Start: ASAP thereafter

Note: Strong Applicants may be contacted sooner, ahead of the closing date, to hold either a ‘In-Person’ or Online Interview (via MS Teams, Zoom or Skype) with Muslim Hands; therefore, please familiarise yourself with MS Teams, Zoom or Skype prior to submitting your Application.

Other Information:

Muslim Hands is an international aid agency and NGO dedicated to providing humanitarian assistance, sustainable development, and education to communities in need worldwide. With a presence in over 40 countries, we strive to alleviate poverty, empower marginalised individuals, and respond to emergency situations with compassion and expertise.

Role Overview:

The post-holder will be working closely with other members of the Fundraising Department to gain exposure for the charity and the fundraising campaigns run throughout the year.

The Events and Volunteer team is essential to the growth of Muslim Hands both in raising awareness via our events which host thousands of people throughout the year, increasing awareness of our work and generating donations. The post-holder’s role will be central in expanding this and helping further the reach of Muslim Hands.

Main Responsibilities:

· To be the first point of contact for enquires in volunteering and events for post-holder’s local area.

· To support, manage and supervise the recruitment of volunteers.

· To equip head volunteers with the knowledge, motivation and understanding to carry out their role within the community on behalf of Muslim Hands.

· To work closely with key volunteers and groups to maximise Muslim Hands’ presence and work in the local community.

· To support our flagship events including Gaza Winter Walk, Ramadan activities and a range of outdoor and international events.

· To organise and be responsible for local events in post-holder’s area in order to maximise Muslim Hands presence and raise funds for various projects.

· To arrange and attend masjid collections and make announcements to the congregation in the masjid.

· To build relationships with key groups and businesses in post-holder’s local area such as schools, scout groups and supermarkets.

· Ensure that all practices of the work carried out is clearly planned, monitored and evaluated in.

· Ensure all activity is conducted within up-to-date policies including health and safety and data management.

· To work closely with the Events and Volunteer Assistant Manager and the broader Fundraising team.

· To engage schools and universities to fundraise for MH.

· To undertake (/progress towards undertaking) all tasks and duties in an effective, efficient, transparent, and wholly accountable manner.

· To undertake any reasonable responsibilities as required by line manager.

· To promote and adhere to all Muslim Hands’ Policies and Codes of Practices.

· To demonstrate Muslim Hands’ values and ethics in own working practices, approach and conduct

· To support with other Fundraising activities from time-to-time, committing to partake in approximately Live-TV-Appeals during our peak periods.

· To undertake any reasonable responsibilities as required by Line Manager

· To promote and adhere to all Muslim Hands Policies, Procedures and Professional Practices

· To be available to work weekends and some evenings for events, this will be available to claim back as TOIL.

This Job Description is illustrative and non-exhaustive in scope. The post-holder may be required to undertake any reasonable tasks as and when required by Line Manager from time to time to reflect the changing needs of the Organisation.

Essential: Ideal Candidate will:

· Right to work in the UK

· DBS Certificate at suitable level / undertaking to cooperate to obtain a DBS Certificate at suitable level

· Self-motivated

· Approachable with great leadership skills and initiative

· Excellent communication skills with passion for public speaking when needed to rally volunteers

· Engage with communities from different background and age ranges

· Knowledge of database management

· Be honest and accountable

· Willing to travel to meet with volunteers and work flexible hours

· Be proficient in IT, with strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

· Be adequately experienced in supporting advertising and executing successful events.

· Possess suitable record keeping and administrative skills

· Possess a flexible approach to tasks and responsibilities.

· Possess a high level of self-motivation and professionalism

· Holds a valid UK driver’s license

Desirable:

· Access to a car with business insurance

· Direct role experience

· Familiarity of UK Events and Volunteers department’s activities

· An awareness of Health and Safety values.

· Multilingual Skills

· Degree level educated

Deadline for applications is 21st March 2025 however we reserve the right to end the application procedure early should the right candidate be found.

NB: Unfortunately, we will only be able to contact successful candidates so if you have not heard from us by the closure date unfortunately your application will have been unsuccessful. 

Are you a passionate and experienced fundraiser looking for your next challenge? Do you thrive on building relationships, telling compelling stories, and driving meaningful impact?

Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a national charity to recruit for the Fundraising Manager to join a small and ambitious mission driven team.

As a Fundraising Manager you will:

• Build relationships with individuals, businesses, and community groups to drive fundraising efforts.
• Lead and grow our Community and Events programme, including managing our flagship biannual Ball.
• Support, develop, and collaborate with our Community Fundraising Committee to create a diverse fundraising programme.
• Oversee financial forecasting and achieve fundraising targets in line with the organisational budget.
• Manage and mentor one fundraiser and a pool of dedicated volunteers.
• Develop and implement a fundraising strategy that aligns with the charity’s overall vision.

To be successful, you must have experience:

Proven experience in charity fundraising with companies and community organisations.

A strong track record of meeting and exceeding fundraising targets.

Experience managing volunteers and running successful events.

Ability to develop strategic partnerships and increase brand awareness.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences.

Salary: £32,000- £35,000 per annum

Contract type:Full-time, permanent

Location- East Sussex, hybrid working

 Closing date: 12th March at 9am , please be aware that hiring manager will interview on a rolling basis, (early applications encouraged)

Interview: TBC

Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to

If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!

Unfortunately, due to resource capacity, we will only contact candidates that are shortlisted for interview. Therefore if you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date please note your application has been unsuccessful.

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.

Senior Philanthropy Manager
Contract length: 6 – month FTC
Salary: c. £44,000 depending on experience
Location: King's Cross, London (Hybrid)

Who are we?

Art Fund is the UK’s national fundraising charity for art. We give grants to help museums, galleries, historic houses and public arts organisations to acquire objects for their collections, to share them with as many people as possible, and to support research and training for museum professionals. We are supported by our growing membership of 135,000 through the National Art Pass, as well as the generosity of many individuals, trusts and foundations.

The role

As Senior Philanthropy Manager, you’ll play a key role in the Development team by securing income towards a range of programmes, projects and appeals for museums and galleries across the UK. You will manage our Art Partners (patrons) programme, leading and developing all aspects including recruitment, stewardship and events, and delivering the strategy for growth. You’ll also cultivate a portfolio of individual donors to secure gifts towards specific areas of Art Fund’s charitable programme, contributing towards an annual team target of c.£3.5m. Working closely with the Head of Individual Giving and with line management responsibility for the Development Coordinator, you’ll develop compelling fundraising campaigns to secure individual gifts for Art Fund and our museum partners.

This is a unique opportunity to join Art Fund at a key moment in our 5–year strategy. We are working to provide funding to grow and share public collections in new ways, increase public engagement with museums and to amplify the sector through a broad range of programmes. Art Fund’s Senior Philanthropy Manager will be a highly motivated, organised and creative fundraiser, with excellent communication skills. They will have a passion for museums and galleries, a strong understanding of regular giving programmes, and a proven track–record of fundraising from individual donors.

Key Employee Benefits

• Generous Annual leave – 25 days annual leave and bank holidays, with additional non –contractual office closure dates at Christmas.
• Free National Art Pass (NAP) – for yourself and another person of your choice.
• Free Entry to Exhibitions
• Life Assurance – cover for up to three times your basic salary.
• Flexible health cash plan, which helps offset the cost of healthcare, including diagnostic scans, dental check – ups & eye tests.
• Season Ticket Loan
• Pensions – Eligible employees are enrolled into the scheme with the exception of those who have contracts of three months or less. Art Fund contributes 8% of the basic annual salary during the first six months of employment or until probation is successfully completed, whichever is the later. At that point the contribution is increased to 10%.

This post is London –based. We have a hybrid working model of minimum 2 days per week at our King’s Cross office (2 Granary Square, London N1C 4BH). 

Closing deadline: 23.59 on 21 March 2025
Please note, we will be interviewing on a rolling basis, so please apply asap to avoid disappointment as the role may close early.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

We are committed to building our team and trustees from the broad range of backgrounds and experiences across the UK, valuing difference and diversity, and building a workplace based on shared values of equality and mutual respect.

We have ambitious plans for the future and will be holding ourselves to account and putting our principles into action, as we all work together to help bring about positive change and a fairer future for everyone. We therefore want to encourage applications from all races, ages, religions and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with any kind of disabilities and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our organisation.

Non-UK nationals will require current and valid permission to work in the UK.

No agencies please.

The Operations Manager will work closely with the Managing Director to ensure the charity operates effectively. The Operations Manager will lead on the development of policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance, and robust management processes.

The Operations Manager will add to the staff team by bringing a skillset that is grounded in administration processes, excellent IT competence, and a numerate, systemising and detail-orientated mindset.

Could you help businesses reach their social value goals, by supporting the UK's most popular zoo and leading conservation charity?

We're looking for a strategic Corporate Partnerships Manager with a visionary approach, creative flair and the ability to turn bold ideas into tangible offers.

About the organisation

Much more than an amazing, award-winning zoo and visitor attraction, home to 20,000 incredible animals inside 128 acres of stunning gardens. This is a wildlife charity committed to the recovery of endangered species, globally. And, as the world faces an extinction crisis, they're making a significant contribution to conservation at a time when it's needed most. Your fundraising can help prevent extinction.

About the role

If you're passionate about impactful partnerships and innovative sponsorship propositions that drive real change, then this role is the perfect opportunity to make a difference.

You'll manage partnerships end-to-end from initiation and development of compelling proposals, through to contract negotiation and renewals. Leading and growing a portfolio of key corporate partners, you take pride in exceptional stewardship that results in powerful engagement and retention.

About you

Ideally, you'll have a background in relationship management, corporate fundraising or business development with a proven track record managing high-value partnerships.

We're looking for someone who can:

• Build and nurture relationships with businesses that align with mission and values.
• Develop innovative sponsorship and fundraising propositions that excite partners and create long-term value.
• Deliver exceptional stewardship, engagement and retention.
• Confidently manage pipeline and high-value partnerships across their life cycle.
• Collaborate across teams to identify funding opportunities.
• Surprise and delight partners through special events, volunteer opportunities and bespoke stewardship.

What makes this a great place to work?

Well, where do we start? Here goes…

As the UK's biggest and best zoo, there are ambitious goals, exciting plans, and always lots going on. It's an inclusive and diverse organisation, made up of nearly 500 permanent and 500 seasonal team members, and they know how important it is to invest in colleagues to help boost their career development.

The working environment could not be more different from a typical office - where else can you see critically endangered orangutans from your office window, or stroll among rare giraffes and tigers on your lunch break?

The Package

• Salary £35k
• Location - Chester/hybrid
• Flexible working from home up to 2 days a week
• 33 days annual leave, plus the option to buy or sell up to 5 days
• Pension scheme with generous employer contribution up to 9%
• Permanent contract
• 40 hours FTE, or reduced hours considered
• Staff pass so you can visit the zoo during your time off, plus multiple complimentary tickets for your friends and family
• Cycle to work scheme
• Healthcare plan and employee assistance programme
• Discounted gym membership
• Discounts on cinema tickets, restaurants, high street shops and more via Perks

To apply

Please send a copy of your CV or profile to Amelia Lee at Charity People.

Deadline: Only because this role has been previously advertised, we're hoping to meet candidates on a rolling basis. If you feel this disadvantages you in any way (for example, you don't have your CV ready to go yet), please just get in touch with Amelia and she'll make sure you don't miss out.

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

Events Officer

We’re seeking a pro-active and friendly individual to join an exciting Learning and Events team.

We’re looking for someone with excellent people skills to join the team in delivering a busy events programme. Events are a way of bringing the voluntary sector together to provide important information, facilitate co-production and celebrate the incredible work carried out by staff and volunteers in all corners of Wales. This opportunity is perfect for anyone looking to increase their knowledge and experience of producing engaging events to a wide range of audiences.

Welsh Language Category: Desirable

Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week, flexibly

Salary: £32,372* increasing to £34,308* per annum following successful completion of a six- month probationary period. The post will attract a contribution of 9% of annual salary to the approved pension scheme.

* Salary reviews are taking place for April 2025

Location: Flexible: There are office hubs in Rhyl, Aberystwyth and Cardiff that staff can utilise.

About the role

As Events Officer, you would be responsible for delivering an annual events programme, including the flagship conference gofod3 and The Welsh Charity Awards. The exciting events programme attracts hundreds of participants every year and really helps the sector to make a bigger difference.

This role will provide countless opportunities to develop leadership and communications skills whilst working within a supportive and knowledgeable team. You will get involved in all aspects of event planning from sourcing venues and liaising with speakers to producing marketing materials.

Why work here:

Benefits include 25 days paid holiday plus 8 bank holidays and 5 additional discretionary days, Personal Pension Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced Sick Pay Scheme, agile working and healthcare cash plan.  

You will be working for an organisation that embraces diversity, with excellent work life balance policies, where flexible working is promoted, and the culture is to nurture staff through effective leadership and excellent team working. They are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.

The organisation invests in its employees and their development. As well as being a Living Wage Employer, committed to paying staff the real living wage, they have been awarded Investors in People accreditation.

Closing date: 11 March 2025 – 10am

Interview date: 20 March 2025

Applications submitted in the medium of Welsh are welcomed and will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

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PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Prospectus are excited to be working with our client to help them recruit for a Fundraising Manager to join their fundraising team in Bristol. The organisation was set up in December 2003 to ensure that bereaved children and their families receive the best possible support following the death of a loved one. They are a leading UK bereavement charity, providing free, professional services and support to more than 3,000 bereaved children, young people and their families a year. They predominantly work in London, but also in Bristol and Essex, and provide a national reach through their helpline ‘grieftalk’ and through the distribution of Grief Relief Kits.

The role is offered on a permanent full-time basis with a salary of £35,000 to £37,000 per annum with a flexible hybrid working model between home and their Bristol Hub.  

The post holder will manage and deliver support to volunteer fundraisers, community groups, individuals, and corporates in the South-West. They will focus on maximizing opportunities and ensuring outstanding supporter care while raising awareness of the charity's work. The post holder will support the delivery of a series of exciting fundraising events, including the biennial Gala Dinner, Golf Day, and Comedy Night. By working closely with supporters, corporates, and event participants, they will strive to exceed expectations, inspire continued giving, and encourage recommendations to others.

They are looking for someone with demonstrable experience in fundraising with a track record of managing corporate and community partnerships. They are looking for a candidate with demonstrable experience in identifying new business opportunities and delivering events. The ideal candidate will have a personal interest to develop knowledge and understanding of childhood bereavement and the organisation's services, as well as their costs and funding needs, to be able to talk confidently with a wide range of stakeholders. 

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact Firas El Dib at Prospectus.

If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you. 

In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.

Location: Surrey, West Sussex, Hampshire (Home-based with travel as required)
Salary: Up to £32,000 FTE (21 hours per week)
Contract Type: One-year fixed-term contract

Are you a skilled fundraiser who is ready to make a difference?

GRACE is a charity dedicated to supporting women diagnosed with gynaecological cancers. Our team is seeking a dynamic Trust and Corporate Fundraising Manager to help grow our vital income streams so we can increase our research and support programmes. This is an exciting opportunity to join a small, passionate team during a time of transformation, and to play a pivotal role in helping even more women with gynaecological cancers across our network to not just live, but to live well.  

The Role
As Trust and Corporate Fundraising Manager, you will:

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a fundraising strategy to secure income from trusts, foundations, and corporate partners.
• Create tailored funding applications and build long-term partnerships.
• Monitor income targets and report on impact.
• Collaborate with the team to create innovative campaigns.

About You

• You’ll have proven experience in trust and corporate fundraising with a successful track record.
• Possess excellent communication, relationship-building, and strategic thinking skills.
• Most importantly, you’ll be passionate about making a difference and supporting women with gynaecological cancers.

What We Offer

• A supportive and flexible, where practical, work environment.
• An opportunity to be part of a team leading on the sustainability and transformation of the charity.
• A chance to transform lives and drive meaningful change.

Ready to Join Us?
If you’re passionate about fundraising and want to use your skills to support women facing gynaecological cancers, we’d love to hear from you.

Let’s beat gynaecological cancers, together.

Harris Hill are delighted to be working  with a national charity to recruit for an enthusiastic and dynamic Fundraising Manager .

In this crucial role, you will work closely with the Business Development Director and Manager to design, develop, and lead a diverse and ambitious fundraising strategy that supports the organisation’s income generation objectives. Your work will play a key role in driving the growth of funding streams, building lasting relationships with donors, and ensuring the long-term success of the charity mission.

As a Fundraising Manager you will lead the delivery of fundraising campaigns, support fundraising events, and assist with corporate partnerships, digital fundraising campaigns, and other key activities that help diversify the charity income. The role also provides the opportunity to shape and influence the charity’s fundraising culture across the organisation.

Equality Statement:

This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

Main Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Business Development team to develop and implement a robust fundraising strategy.
• Build and nurture relationships with corporate partners, individual donors, major donors, and other potential supporters.
• Drive income generation through various fundraising activities such as community events, corporate funding, individual giving and sponsorship.
• Create and maintain stewardship programmes to recognise and engage corporate and individual supporters.
• Lead the planning and delivery of fundraising events, ensuring effective coordination and engagement.
• Manage and track fundraising budgets, ensuring the best use of available resources to maximise income.
• Collaborate on digital marketing strategies to increase leads, donations, and engagement across social media, websites, newsletters, and more.
• Ensure compliance with all fundraising regulations and ethical standards.
• Regularly report on fundraising performance and provide updates to the Executive Leadership Team and Board of Trustees.

To be successful, you must have experience:

• Proven experience in charity fundraising, with a solid track record of securing funding through donations and partnerships.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire a wide range of audiences.
• Experience of developing, managing and delivering successful fundraising strategies and campaigns
• An understanding of the charity sector and the various income streams available.
• A creative approach to fundraising and a commitment to driving impactful change.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.
• A track record of developing and implementing successful fundraising plans for trusts, individual giving, and/or corporate support.
• The ability to build and maintain long-lasting relationships with key stakeholders.
• Driving license and access to a car.

Salary: £35,482 - £38,224 per annum

Contract type:  Full-time, permanent

Location- Havant, Hampshire

 Closing date: On rolling basis

Interview: TBC

Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to [email protected]

Unfortunately, due to resource capacity, we will only contact candidates that are shortlisted for interview. Therefore if you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date please note your application has been unsuccessful.

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.

Engagement Events Lead
Location: Norwich / Hybrid Working*
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hrs p/week (flexible working patterns will be considered) 
Contract: Permanent
Annual Salary: £24,648 - £30,367 per annum 

*This role will be worked 3 days a week from our Norwich office and 2 days a week from home.  The exact days worked in the office will be agreed with the successful candidate, but you must live within a 40-mile radius of our Norwich office or be willing to relocate.

East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA) is a regional Charity that provides life-saving care across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, Suffolk and beyond. With two state of the art helicopters and a fleet of rapid response vehicles taking our crew of critical care paramedics and doctors to the scene of the incident, to provide advanced pre-hospital emergency medical care (PHEM).

You will be joining a truly inspirational organisation. EAAA not only operates with total patient focus but provides a supportive working environment where everyone can develop and make a difference – Together we save lives.

About the role: 

We have an exciting opportunity for an Engagement Events Lead to join our life-saving Charity. 

In this pivotal role, you will shape the charity’s public image and increase awareness and support through a range of engaging events. You will coordinate and organise all engagement and awareness events, crafting memorable experiences that resonate with supporters. 

Your expertise will be invaluable in supporting the Campaigns and Engagement Manager to implement and deliver creative engagement strategies to optimise performance, identify trends, and ensure that EAAA’s values, ambitions, and goals are achieved.

About you:

Through your exceptional planning skills, and with the Charity’s reputation at the forefront of your decisions, you will ensure all event attendees always have an outstanding experience supporting EAAA.

You will have experience coordinating and organising engagement events, with the ability to prioritise, work within agreed timescales, and calmly overcome challenges.

Highly organised and possessing excellent communication skills, you will be able to negotiate with suppliers, brief volunteers, and work in collaboration with colleagues.

You will be able to drive and, due to the nature of the events, you will have a flexible approach to work, supporting out-of-hours events, including weekends. Time off in lieu is offered for additional hours worked.

You will live within our region, have a great knowledge of the area, and believe passionately in the work of East Anglian Air Ambulance. 

Closing Date: Thursday, 13th March
Interview date: Thursday, 20th March

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

No agencies please.

This new role aims to ensure Leicester Print Workshop's sustainability, fulfil our Arts Council England National Portfolio obligations, and boost income.

Leicester Print Workshop is a centre of excellence for fine art printmaking, providing high quality printmaking facilities and development opportunities for artists in the East Midlands and beyond.As a registered charity, our outreach work enables wider participation in printmaking, engaging community members of all ages

As Development Manager, you will drive business development by building relationships with arts organisations to promote courses, increase membership, and boost studio usage.You will fundraise to support our charitable aims and maintain workshop facilities. You will identify and promote grant opportunities for individual artist printmakers and apply for grants to improve LPW facilities and equipment.

As a collaborative leader, you will work with the Board and guide our team to implement the business plan, address members' needs, assist course participants, and contribute to the cultural life of Leicester and East Midlands.

A graduate or with significant equivalent experience, you will have: 

• A track record of management of people and budgets, with skills for leading a team and delivering objectives to target.
• Successful business development and/or philanthropic fundraising experience 
• Experience of preparing grant applications
• Good presentation skills and experience of public speaking
• Commitment to the vision, mission and values of Leicester Print Workshop 

Experience with an arts organisation, ideally an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation, and knowledge of the printmaking or art training market are advantageous.