Charity Fundraiser Jobs

Salary: £45,000-£50,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Location: Horizon Youth Zone, Grimsby (flexible working whilst ongoing construction)
Closing date: 10^th February
Benefits: 33 days annual leave and bank holidays, free gym access (after construction completion), access to OnSide’s Talent Academy, bespoke training and mentoring

We have an excellent opportunity for a Head of Fundraising and Communications working for Horizon Onside Youth Zone, a safe, inspiring place for young people aged 8-19. Based in Grimsby, an area where 23.5% of young people come from low-income families, the Youth Zone provide young people with a safe place to discover their passion and purpose. As part of this vital senior leadership role where you will report to the CEO, you will work to deliver £1.4m of income. You will drive the income strategy, lead a high-performing Fundraising and Communications team, and personally manage relationships with key major donors.

To be successful as the Head of Fundraising and Communications, you will need:

• Proven track record of income generation through personally securing at least five-figure major donor gifts from HNWIs and/or corporates, with impressive track record in meeting challenging financial targets.
• Experience of developing a new pipeline of HNWIs and/or corporate prospects and being pro-active in converting these to active donors.
• Experience of delivering successful fundraising strategies and aligned annual plans, with income and expenditure budgets, and associated fundraiser KPI’s.

If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Ashby on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected]
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector. 
We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here. 
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner. 

Youth and Community Leader

Oasis@Knights (Streatham/Brixton Hill, South London)

40 hours per week (1.0FTE)

Permanent

Salary: £38,441 per annum

Want to lead a Youth Centre offering a diverse range of activities for the local community?

Want to enable young people to thrive?

Want to be lead a dynamic, passionate and impactful team?

Knights Youth Centre (KYC) was established in 1936 as an independent Christian Charity. The centre provides a range of universal and targeted youth work programmes in partnership with a number of statutory and voluntary organisations and is located on the boundary of the Clapham Park Estate (the largest estate in the Borough of Lambeth) in an area of high social need. In 2025 KYC is joining the Oasis family of charities and will be known as Oasis@Knights. Oasis’ vision is for community, a place where everyone is included, making a contribution and reaching their God-given potential. There is also the exciting opportunity to collaborate with the Oasis St Martins Village in nearby Tulse Hill, our new village that works with local partners to provide a welcoming inclusive space to provide opportunities for young people and tackle issues such as school attendance and exclusions.

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Youth and Community Leader to manage and develop the work at Oasis@Knights. This is an opportunity to lead a team committed to making a tangible difference in the lives young people, their families and the broader community. The successful candidate will be responsible for strategic leadership and operational management, which includes overseeing a range of youth and community activities. A critical aspect of this role involves fundraising, business development, and monitoring the impact of all initiatives.

Key responsibilities include:

· Overseeing youth provision, including mentoring, youth clubs and targeted interventions.

· Ensuring effective financial management and income generation to sustain and expand services.

· Managing and growing a team of staff and volunteers, ensuring alignment with Oasis’ ethos and values.

· Building strong partnerships with local stakeholders to support the delivery of impactful youth projects.

· Developing and maintaining monitoring and evaluation frameworks to demonstrate the impact of activities.

· Working with the building narrative to ensure compliance with health and safety, safeguarding, and other statutory requirements.

The successful post holder must have:

· A degree-level qualification or equivalent in youth work, community development or a related field.

· Proven experience in leading youth projects and managing diverse teams.

· Strong fundraising and income generation skills, with the ability to create and implement successful strategies.

· Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships.

· Knowledge of safeguarding practices and experience working with young people in challenging environments.

· A track record of developing and implementing strategic plans in partnership with stakeholders.

· A commitment to the Oasis ethos and values, including inclusion, equality, and perseverance.

As part of the package, Oasis offers:

· A pension scheme, offering 7% employer contribution.

· A generous holiday allowance, starting at 25 days per year (plus 8 Bank Holidays).

· Policies which promote well-being and are family friendly.

To apply, please send your CV and a Supporting Statement (no more than two A4 pages) for further information please visit the Oasis Charity Jobs Website. 

Please expand on your CV to tell us about relevant skills, experience and qualification you have, that relate to the job description and person specification.

We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and underrepresented groups. If you require assistance or adjustments to overcome potential barriers during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Completed applications should be returned by 9am on Wednesday 19th February 2025.

Interviews will take place at the Youth Centre on Thursday 27th February 2025.

We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and underrepresented groups. If you require any assistance to overcome potential barriers during the recruitment process, please let us know. 

Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos.  We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks. 

The successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK.  Oasis cannot assist with sponsorship or visas.

Oasis supports Equal Opportunities.  Registered Charity No. 1163889

Sight Scotland is Scotland’s leading charity providing specialist care, education and research for people with vision impairment. The charity has been in existence for over 230 years, and offer a variety of services in the community as well as education, transcription into alternative formats and residential care for adults and children. Their vision is of an inclusive Scotland where people of all visual abilities have the opportunity to thrive. To achieve their mission they are looking for a Fundraising Manager focused on trusts and grants who will cultivate a pipeline of opportunities and ensure an excellent funder experience, to provide Sight Scotland with sustainable income.

The Fundraising Manager – Trusts is responsible for developing trust income, based initially on a robust pipeline the previous postholder established. There is huge scope to look beyond the pipeline and also work with the service delivery teams to identify new funding opportunities. The role supports the organisation’s purpose to make a significant impact on the lives of people living with visual impairment in Scotland by maximising fundraising income to deliver brilliant services and create a positive impact on our ability to deliver for the long term. 

This specialist manager role would suit someone who is already operating at a senior trust fundraiser level, or someone who can demonstrate experience of developing a trust and grants pipeline, creating compelling applications and directly delivering income success.

This is a hybrid role with two days a week working from the Edinburgh office. 

Please download the Candidate Info Pack provided for further information about the role, timelines and next steps.

To progress your application, please contact THINK Recruitment for an informal screening call. Please note, we cannot shortlist candidates who have not had a screening call so please allow enough time to have a call before the closing date.

Closing date for applications: Midnight Monday 10th February  

Interviews are expected to be held on Thursday 20th February 

Macular disease is the biggest cause of sight loss in the UK, with around 300 people diagnosed every day. The Macular Society is the only charity determined to beat the fear and isolation of macular disease with world class research, and the best advice and support.

To support people affected by macular disease now, the Macular Society provides a range of support, information and services. Our research programme is focused on finding new treatments and a cure to beat macular disease forever.

We are undergoing significant changes, with a transformational new strategy to multiply our income, ultimately funding research that will find a cure.

The Legacy and In Memory Officer, alongside their fellow Officer team member, is responsible for delivering excellent donor care and stewardship of Legacy and In Memory supporters, as well as inspiring others to consider supporting the Macular Society in a way that suits them.

Your team is ambitious, curious and actively seeking ways to continue growing income from legacies and in memory donations, using a range of channels. Our team members enjoy working collaboratively, within a positive culture of high support and challenge.

You will contribute towards this by supporting the development of Legacy and In Memory campaigns, materials and stewardship, whilst ensuring that all donations and correspondence are recorded accurately, enquiries are fulfilled and donors thanked promptly.

We have a great working culture at Macular Society, and offer flexible working options, 26 days annual leave, rising to 27 after one years’ service, the ability to buy or sell annual leave, supportive family policies, and 6% pension contribution.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.

We offer a flexible approach to working in this role, including the potential opportunity to work compressed hours over fewer days, or spreading out the hours out across the working week.

It is important that you can work from our Andover office for all, or some, of your hours, in order to process and fulfil postal correspondence and donations.

Since being founded in 1961, Suffolk Wildlife Trust has led the way in conservation across Suffolk, protecting some of the county's most important wildlife areas. As a grassroots organisation, we’re passionate about ‘Bringing nature back’ by inspiring and empowering local communities to care for and act on behalf of nature, while managing our 50 nature reserves and advocating for wildlife.

The Senior Grants Officer will play a pivotal role in securing funding to drive nature recovery in Suffolk. This role will focus on developing and delivering a strategic approach to growing both restricted and unrestricted funding, ensuring the Trust’s ambitious conservation goals are met.

The post holder will identify, cultivate, and manage relationships with charitable trusts and grant-making organisations, writing high-quality and compelling funding proposals and impact reports to secure long-term support. Proactive research, networking, and horizon scanning will be key to maintaining a pipeline of potential funders, ensuring the Trust stays ahead of new funding opportunities.

Collaboration will be essential, working closely with colleagues across the Trust to develop compelling cases for support, meet reporting requirements, and promote funders’ contributions. Strong administrative and financial acumen will be necessary to track applications, manage deadlines, and maintain accurate records using the Trust’s CRM system.

With a strategic mindset and results-driven approach, the Senior Grants Officer will play a crucial role in securing the resources needed to restore 30% of Suffolk’s landscape for nature by 2030.

This is a permanent, full-time position working 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday) based at our Head Office in Ashbocking. The starting salary will be between £28,000 and £32,675 per annum, depending on skills, knowledge and experience. 

To apply for this opportunity, please submit an application via our website by 9:00am on Wednesday 12 February 2025. The application process will include uploading a CV and cover letter.

The interviews are planned for w/c 24 February at Brooke House in Ashbocking near Ipswich. 

Suffolk Wildlife Trust values flexibility and welcomes applications from individuals seeking part-time hours. We also support flexible working arrangements, including opportunities for homeworking, with the expectation that team members will spend more time working together in person than apart. Further details regarding working patterns and flexibility will be discussed during the interview process.

Collaboration will be essential, working closely with colleagues across the Trust to develop compelling cases for support, meet reporting requirements, and promote funders’ contributions. Strong administrative and financial acumen will be necessary to track applications, manage deadlines, and maintain accurate records using the Trust’s CRM system.

With a strategic mindset and results-driven approach, the Senior Grants Officer will play a crucial role in securing the resources needed to restore 30% of Suffolk’s landscape for nature by 2030.

This is a permanent, full-time position working 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday) based at our Head Office in Ashbocking. The starting salary will be between £28,000 and £32,675 per annum, depending on skills, knowledge and experience. 

To apply for this opportunity, please submit an application via our website by 9:00am on Wednesday 12 February 2025. The application process will include uploading a CV and cover letter.

The interviews are planned for w/c 24 February at Brooke House in Ashbocking near Ipswich. 

Suffolk Wildlife Trust values flexibility and welcomes applications from individuals seeking part-time hours. We also support flexible working arrangements, including opportunities for homeworking, with the expectation that team members will spend more time working together in person than apart. Further details regarding working patterns and flexibility will be discussed during the interview process.

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  Role Description

Annual leave entitlement starts at 33 days per annum (including Bank Holidays), increasing annually to 38 days plus employees receive an extra day off for their birthday. We offer a 9% employer pension contribution with no employee contribution required, free 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme, free life insurance from day one of employment, free access to a private GP and discounts at high street retailers. Staff can also enjoy a 10% discount in our visitor centre cafes, including retail plus public engagement staff receive logo clothing.

Suffolk Wildlife Trust is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is welcome. As a conservation charity, we recognise the importance of diversity in both nature and our workforce of staff and volunteers. We strive to ensure that everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute to our vision of “A Wilder Suffolk where nature is thriving and abundant because everyone is doing more to help”.

Borders Forest Trust (BFT) is investing in their first dedicated, in house fundraising post to provide strategic oversight and expertise to all the charity’s fundraising activity. 

BFT was established in 1996 to restore the ecological health of the various habitats of the South of Scotland, an area with the lowest percentage of native woodlands in mainland Scotland. Since 1996, BFT has been planting new native woodland, restoring peatland and improving many other natural habitats, enriching the biological diversity of around 31 square km across the Southern Uplands and the wider region. 

They demonstrate landscape scale ecological restoration in action, and inspire landowners, statutory bodies, local communities and policy makers to embrace more sustainable models for land use and conservation practice.

Fundraising to date at BFT has seen much success, but it has been responsive and ad-hoc as opposed to planned according to strategic need. To achieve Borders Forest Trust’s vision, and to provide sustainable long-term income, they are investing in a dedicated Development Manager.

The Development Manager will join BFT at an exciting stage, the entire organisation is behind this position and understands the need for it. They are looking for a fundraiser who will thrive on the challenge of designing and implementing their own fundraising strategy and who can provide the expertise needed to build income across all areas. 

The Board of Trustees have highlighted corporate partnerships and philanthropy as areas of great potential, so experience across one or both areas will be valuable for the successful candidate to evidence. 

There is so much potential for this post holder to deliver fundraising success. 

Please download the Candidate Pack for information on how to apply. All interested candidates will have an informal screening call with THINK Recruitment before progressing to submit an application. Please ensure you apply with enough time to have a call before the closing date. 

MAIN PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE JOB

To develop and manage a calendar of both MDD owned and community led events in order to maximise income and raise awareness of the charity. To support MDD volunteers in delivering their fundraising activities by ensuring best practice at all times and working closely with the Volunteer Manager to provide guidance and training to ensure compliance. To develop an effective programme of support for individuals taking part in third party challenge events in aid of MDD.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone committed, passionate and full of ideas about how to grow community fundraising at MDD.

Reports to: Head of Fundraising

Overall Responsibilities

• To deliver a range of community activities and events, maximising engagement of supporters and achieving income targets. Develop appropriate processes, procedures and guidelines to ensure that community fundraisers receive a consistently high level of support.
• Plan, support and deliver events and activities organised directly by MDD and promote the charity at external events.
• Work with Head of Fundraising on developing income and expenditure plans, with responsibility for monitoring and reporting regularly on individual event budgets and income targets.

Community

• Engage with local communities, groups and societies, building new relationships and strengthening existing ones, to raise awareness of MDD with the objective of increasing income in line with targets
• Provide support, advice and encouragement to groups and individuals wishing to raise funds in aid of MDD
• Regularly review quality and success rates of MDD merchandise, helping to maximise sales through community events and ensuing that promotional material is distributed to volunteers and accounted for.

Events

• Lead and develop the calendar of events, taking responsibility for the delivery and provide onsite management on the day
• Manage any volunteers required to support the safe delivery of all events
• Work alongside the Marketing and Communications Team to develop and implement plans to promote all events

Challenge Events

• Develop and produce supporter materials and provide excellent one to one support for all event participants (individuals and teams participating in third party and / or hosted challenge activities). Working closely with the Corporate Fundraising Manager to engage with teams of corporate participants.

General Administration

•  Act as first point of contact for Fundraising Team, offering exceptional customer service to supporters.
• Update the Harlequin CRM database as required to ensure all information on our supporters and their activities on our behalf is as accurate and up to date as possible.
• Take responsibility for health and safety, events insurance, liability, safeguarding and data protection for all events, including managing risk and maintaining event data in line with legislation and data governance.

Other tasks or ad hoc duties agreed with your line manager required to ensure the successful running of the charity.

EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL

• Experience of fundraising, preferably within a community or events team
• Experience of planning, organising and delivering events
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
• An ability to work unsupervised and within a team to demonstrate a high level of innovation
• Confident and self-motivated individual with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people at different levels.
• Enthusiastic and able to inspire people who want to raise funds for the charity
• A good level of competency is required in MS Office packages such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

DESIRABLE

• Prior experience of using CRM systems
• An understanding of the legal obligations of Charity Law and regulation
• Experience of public speaking and presenting to a diverse range of audiences

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• A full current driving license
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
• You will be required to have a criminal record check carried out by the Disclosure & Barring (DBS) when you first join the charity and at regular intervals thereafter.
• Comfortable with dogs in the workplace/office

Supporter Care Administrator
Salary: Staff Level 2 £9,524 (FTE £23,810)
Contract type: Permanent
Working hours: 15 hours per week. Ideal working days would be Thursday and Friday, but some flexibility may be available for the right candidate
Location: Taunton. Opportunity for hybrid working with at least 1 day a week in the office 

Somerset Wildlife Trust is a local independent charity, and the only organisation uniquely focused on improving the natural environment of Somerset for the benefit of wildlife and people. We champion Somerset’s stunning, diverse, and important natural environment, making the case for nature to the public and politicians. We protect wildlife and lead the recovery of the environment by example, including on our nature reserves. 

The Supporter Care Administrator will support the Fundraising Team with membership and community fundraising to maximise engagement and income from the valued supporters of Somerset Wildlife Trust.

This is a crucial role which would suit a person wanting to work in a meaningful and friendly team, whilst requiring part time and hybrid hours.

The Supporter Care Administrator will meet the Fundraising Strategic Targets by:

Providing great supporter care and record keeping, and key support to the fundraising team, to maximise engagement and income from supporters of Somerset Wildlife Trust.

Responsibility 1: Supporter care

• Being the first point of contact for the majority of our supporters and offer first-class stewardship to ensure our members, donors and fundraisers feel well-supported.
• Maintaining the highest standards of supporter care, including when responding to enquiries, judging when to involve other fundraisers to maximise potential support and income.

Responsibility 2: CRM (Raiser’s Edge) & Systems

• Providing efficient data entry and administration, including for membership, fundraising appeals, community fundraising and events, processing all donations, including credit card payments, cheques and BACS accurately and acknowledging donations in a timely manner.
• Maintaining accurate and up to date records on the Trust’s supporter database (Raiser’s Edge), including by uploading new memberships, donations and event attendees and updating records.  Work with other team members to manage the recording of fundraising activity and income to help them become confident users.
• Producing electronic member retention letters and work with the Database Officer make other improvements to processes to maximise effective use of Raiser’s Edge.
• Assisting in the ongoing development and improvement of Raiser’s Edge and in the support of other teams using the system.
• Supporting Fundraising colleagues with other systems used in the day to work of the team.

Responsibility 3: Team administration

• Being able to manage multiple tasks and requirements whilst demonstrating excellent time management.
• Demonstrating good problem-solving skills and be able to work independently to deal with most enquiries and issues arising during the day.
• Providing administrative support for the Fundraising team.
• Identifying and propose improvements that can be made to internal processes to help make the team more efficient.
• Supporting with member events, including the AGM.

Additional benefits of working for the Somerset Wildlife Trust include:

• 7% employer pension contribution
• Life insurance
• An annual professional institution subscription
• Flexible and agile working
• Wellbeing support – EAP, wellbeing champions
• Diversity networks through RSWT/TWT
• Paid volunteer days
• Continuous Professional Development opportunities
• Minimum 33 days of holiday (25 annual leave + bank holidays)
• Active staff social events
• The opportunity to make a real and positive difference to nature, communities and the climate.

Closing date: Sunday 23 February 2025

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.

Somerset Wildlife Trust have an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Plan and are committed to continuing to improve the equality, diversity and inclusion of every aspect of our work; we know we need to engage with everyone to live our values and achieve our goals. We welcome applications from everyone and are happy to discuss any accommodations or arrangements that would make the recruitment process better for you, and the working environment should you be employed.

No agencies please.

Seeking a relationship fundraiser to manage a portfolio generating £3.5M, including PPL and CIFF, and co-lead strategy development for a thriving UK trusts programme.

QuarterFive are delighted to be partnering with ActionAid UK in their search for a Senior UK Trusts Manager. ActionAid UK works with women and girls living in poverty to end violence and fight inequality. As part of an international federation, it partners with communities in 43 countries to end violence and fight poverty so that all women, everywhere, can create the future they want.

As Senior UK Trusts Manager, you will manage a high-value portfolio generating £3.5M annually, including PPL and CIFF. You’ll lead stewardship, organise events and trips, engage senior stakeholders, and collaborate across teams to maximise impact. This role offers high autonomy and creativity in driving donor relationships.

In partnership with senior colleagues, you will also co-lead the strategic development of the UK Trusts programme, shaping and delivering its vision.

The role includes line management of a UK Trusts Specialist.

As Senior UK Trusts Manager, you will: 

• Manage a portfolio generating £3.5M, including PPL and CIFF
• Develop creative engagement strategies, organise stewardship events, and represent ActionAid at donor meetings and international trips
• Co-lead the UK Trusts programme strategy with the Head of Trusts & Global Markets and senior colleagues
• Line-manage and support the UK Trusts Specialist
• Collaborate across a wide array of internal teams —Philanthropy, Communications, Programme Quality, and more—to deliver shared goal

Ideal skills and experience:

• Proven success in managing six- or seven-figure multi-year relationships with major trusts and foundations based on a partnership model
• Experience working with large donors like CIFF, PPL is desirable 
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills with the ability to build rapport at all levels
• An entrepreneurial, creative approach with a track record of spotting and pursuing opportunities
• Ideally, you will have experience fundraising for an international development charity/INGO

Closes Monday February 10th - please apply with a copy of your latest CV ASAP. A detailed brief will be shared with suitable candidates, with guidance and support provided for formal application. Formal application will be by CV and answering 3 questions. 

We have a huge vision and have begun an exciting renewal at the Guild Church for Workers at St Katharine Cree (SKC) . We are looking for an Operations Manager/Director to join our team.

We are a ‘start up’ church: we try new things, listen and look for the Holy Spirit, and get stuck in. We need our operations to respond to that – and to catch up! We are looking for someone who could confidently set up good operational processes and can problem solve – and is excited about doing this with us in a new, fascinating, and strategic context for mission in the heart of the City of London. You will bring drive, wisdom, and capability to the team in ways which release the creativity of our community and God’s work amongst us.

You'll have a committed and close-knit team alongside you, including our brilliant Administrator, and we don't work on Sundays. If you're at all interested in this opportunity, please get in touch.

Events Manager
Lord’s Taverners
£38,000 - £42,000 (full-time, permanent)
Victoria, London – hybrid – 2 days pw in office

The Talent Set is delighted to be partnering with the Lord’s Taverners in their search for a newly created Events Manager role. The charity exists to positively impact the lives of young people facing the challenges of inequality. They work across the UK to provide inclusive and impactful cricket programmes, empowering young people with disabilities and from disadvantaged communities to develop the knowledge, skills, capabilities and confidence required to overcome the challenges of inequality, raise their aspirations and reach their potential.

It's a hugely exciting year for the Lord’s Taverners who are celebrating their 75th anniversary! Particularly for the events team, there is a lot of activity happening across 2025 to celebrate this milestone and to raise vital income and awareness for the charity.

The Events Manager role is a newly created position that will lead on the high value, regional events programme and manage relationships with the passionate event Committees and volunteers that deliver these crucial fundraising events for the charity.  

The Role:

· Manage a portfolio of volunteer event Committees, providing guidance to align with charity’s strategic goals and supporting them with delivery of a range of events including fundraising dinners, charity cricket matches, golf days, comedy nights and more

· Lead on planning, budgeting, delivery and evaluation of regional special events to ensure consistent high quality across the regional events programme

· Manage the 6-figure regional events budget, monitoring and evaluating during the financial year, and seeking opportunities to grow event income

· Manage event suppliers including venues, production, speakers, catering and others

· Secure gift in kind and pro bono supports for events, and support event Committees, volunteers and team members to do the same

· Provide exceptional post event communications to donors and supporters, including thanking and prize fulfilment

· Oversee event marketing and administration including ticket administration, marketing collateral, on the day event materials, and data management

· Manage, support and inspire a team of two direct reports, Event Executives

About You:

· An experienced events fundraiser who can demonstrate end to end management of a variety of special events, ideally including volunteer-led events

· Track record of working with and developing effective relationships with event Committees and senior volunteers

· Excellent communication skills, and ability to engage with senior internal and external stakeholders confidently

· Experience of financial planning and can demonstrate achieving financial targets

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Experience managing or mentoring junior team members

Closing Date: Sunday 9th February for CV and cover letter
Interviews: 1st stage WC 17th February, 2nd stage WC 24th February

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.

Individual Giving Manager

Do you want to make life better for LGBT+ victims and survivors of abuse?

Galop, the UK’s LGBT+ anti-abuse charity, is seeking an Individual Giving Manager to join our Fundraising & Comms team. 

Founded in 1982, Galop works directly with thousands of LGBT+ people who have experienced abuse and violence every year. We specialise in supporting victims and survivors of domestic abuse, sexual violence, hate crime, and other forms of abuse including honour-based abuse, forced marriage, and so-called conversion therapies. We are a service run by LGBT+ people, for LGBT+ people, and the needs of our community are at the centre of what we do.

We run a National Abuse & Violence Helpline, which brings together our four national support helplines for LGBT+ victims and survivors of: domestic abuse; hate crime; rape and sexual abuse; and so-called “conversion therapy”. 

We provide longer-term support to thousands of LGBT+ victims and survivors of abuse through our advocacy and therapeutic services. We are person-centred, empowerment-based, and trauma-informed – meaning our focus is always on helping our clients decide what is best for them, and then supporting them through their journey.

We use what we learn through working on the frontlines with clients to work on national and local policy change, to improve outcomes for LGBT+ victims and survivors of abuse and violence. We push for legislative change, improved statutory guidance for victims, and better understanding of the needs of LGBT+ people around the country. 

About the Individual Giving Manager role

We began investing in Individual Giving in October 2023, with some key foundation building and early fundraising activity having taken place since then. This role aims to develop and secure a diverse range of funding streams in order to deliver our ambitious fundraising growth plans over the next 3 years. 

In this role, you’ll work with our Head of Fundraising and Comms to grow our income from individuals, to ensure the long-term stability of the charity, helping us to deliver support to as many LGBT+ victims and survivors of abuse as possible. This is an exciting opportunity to grow a programme with a compelling cause, and is ideal for a fundraiser looking to run a career-defining programme. 

This is a pivotal moment in Galop’s journey. We have grown quickly over the last six years and you’ll help to shape the future of our work and reach more of our community. You’ll also be helping to amplify the voices of LGBT+ survivors of abuse. 

Location: Galop’s offices are located in London. Hybrid working is available and we are open to majority remote working.
Hours: Full Time (35 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £40,720.38 - £43,872.48 (including Inner London Weighting of £4,129.42) 

Closing Date

Applications should be submitted by 10am on 11th February 2025. 
Interview will be held on Friday 21st February 2025. 

REF-219251

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Fundraising and Communications Executive is a new role and will play a pivotal part in advancing our communications and fundraising strategies. As OTR continues to grow, this position will be instrumental in expanding our online presence and ensuring we connect with a broad audience, including young people, families, professionals, and supporters of our mission. It’s an ideal opportunity for someone who is both creative and analytical, skilled in producing compelling content and using data to amplify digital impact. This role would suit someone who can take initiative, think proactively, and confidently manage projects independently – qualities that are especially important in our small, dedicated team.

You’ll work on a wide range of projects, creating engaging content that aligns with OTR’s brand and values across our website, social media, and email campaigns. This includes developing multimedia content (including graphics, videos and blogs) to promote our work and highlight our impact in the local community.

From a fundraising perspective, you will help drive our fundraising activities and ensure efficient administration using the newly acquired ‘Donorfy’ database. This includes leading on the stewardship of donors and community fundraisers, managing our fundraising CRM database, and working on small and medium-sized trust and grant applications. You’ll also support digital campaigns and new initiatives, to encourage sustained support for our work. You’ll directly help to secure the financial support needed to expand OTR’s services and reach more beneficiaries. In addition, you’ll analyse the performance of our digital channels – interpreting website analytics, social media metrics, and email campaign results – to provide recommendations that enhance our communications strategies and ensure ongoing impact.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and passionate team. If you’re a skilled communicator driven by purpose, enjoy creating compelling digital content, building strong relationships with donors, and using data to inform creative strategies, this could be the role for you.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Fundraising and Communications Executive

Location: Hybrid or office-based – OTR has two offices, both based in Leigh Park. PO9 3SU and PO9 5BG.

Reports to: Head of Fundraising

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Part time (22.5 hours a week)

Salary: £13.50-£14.00 per hour

JOB PURPOSE

The Fundraising and Communications Executive will play a key role in implementing OTR’s fundraising and communications strategies. The role involves planning, creating, curating and managing high-quality digital content across our website, social media platforms and email marketing campaigns. Furthermore, you will support key areas of our fundraising strategy, including trust and grant applications, horizon scanning and ensuring excellent fundraising administration across all areas of activity.

This position is instrumental in supporting the Head of Fundraising in developing and strengthening OTR’s income streams and increasing awareness of OTR’s services through effective communications. 

Specific role duties

Supporting the fundraising strategy

• Lead on OTR’s donor and community fundraiser stewardship through excellent communication and effective relationship management.

• Lead on the implementation of fundraising communications across channels.

• Responsible for small to medium size trust and grant applications, including horizon scanning

• Support the stewardship of small and medium-sized trusts and foundations including scoping, applications, reporting and funder management.

• Create engaging content and campaigns to drive income generation.

• Help build the small pool of regular donors.

Website and CRM maintenance

• Work with OTR’s Head of Fundraising, the Administration Manager and web developer to maintain, update and enhance the OTR website.

• Monitor website performance, user engagement and SEO trends, suggesting and

implementing improvements to enhance user experience and visibility.

• Lead on ensuring our CRM (Donorfy) is utilised effectively to record, monitor and report on fundraising activity and income.

Social media

• Working with the Head of Fundraising, CEO and Volunteer Coordinator and Business Support Officer, contribute to OTR’s social media presence by creating and scheduling engaging, accessible, and informative content that resonates with our audience and supports OTR’s mission.

• Monitor social media platforms to ensure timely and appropriate responses to comments and messages.

• Identify new opportunities to grow OTR’s social media reach, building awareness of our services, fundraising and outreach work.

• Regularly report on social media performance, using insights to inform future content and strategy.

• Utilise paid ads to support fundraising and training.

Email marketing

• Support the planning, creation, and delivery of OTR’s, soon to be launched, email marketing campaigns, including newsletters, fundraising initiatives and service information and signposting.

• Ensure all email communications are engaging, well-structured, and in line with OTR’s brand and tone of voice.

• Assist in the promotion of key OTR events, such as the Big Charity Bash and annual Great South Run and other special events.

• Manage and grow OTR’s email marketing lists, ensuring they are up to date and GDPR compliant.

• Track and analyse the performance of email campaigns, providing reports and insights to the Head of Fundraising.

Content creation

• Create engaging, accessible, and informative content for OTR’s digital channels, including the website, social media and email marketing.

• Develop multimedia content (for example, videos and graphics) to enhance OTR’s

communication methods and increase engagement.

• Contribute to blogs, news articles and case studies that highlight OTR’s work, impact and achievements in the sector.

Brand and tone of voice

• Ensure that all digital content aligns with OTR’s brand, tone of voice and style,

maintaining a cohesive and recognisable identity across all platforms.

• Promote OTR as the leading place to turn to for support, ensuring that our content

reflects our professionalism, reputation and expertise.

Analytics and reporting

• Use analytics tools to track the performance of OTR’s digital communications, including website traffic, email engagement and social media reach.

• Provide regular reports on digital performance to the Head of Fundraising, including insights and recommendations for improvement.

• Provide regular reports from the CRM and other online fundraising platforms to the

Head of Fundraising.

Promote

• Promote OTR as an exceptional and specialist charity.

Equality and diversity

• Promote good equality practice and play a key role in ensuring equality of opportunity in the workplace.

• Observe all relevant law relating to equality of opportunities.

• Encourage a working atmosphere where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Any other duties

• The post-holder will work collaboratively with all OTR trustees, staff and volunteers to provide a seamless service.

• Any other duties commensurate with the post.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Knowledge, training and qualifications

Essential

• Understanding of charitable organisations.

• Understanding of principles of communications, marketing and fundraising.

Desirable

• Understanding of issues facing families in Havant and South East Hampshire.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a communications or marketing role.

• Experience in planning, creating, and managing digital content across websites, social media, and email marketing.

• Experience in developing and managing content using online platforms including JustGiving, Mailchimp and Canva.

• Experience of managing a diverse workload in a busy environment.

Desirable

• Experience in utilising a CRM database to improve administrative systems.

• Experience in creating multimedia content, such as graphics and videos, to enhance digital communications.

• Experience in supporting fundraising initiatives, including donor stewardship and relationship management.

• Proficiency in using analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics and social media insights) to monitor and report on digital communication performance.

• Experience in upholding and applying brand guidelines in various forms of content.

• Experience in communicating expert information/advice to wider audiences.

Skills

Essential

• Strong writing and editing skills with a focus on creating engaging, accessible, and audience specific content.

• Exceptional customer service skills with proven ability to respond appropriately and effectively to enquiries on the phone, on social media, and by email.

• Strong time and project management skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships and to be impactful with people of varying levels and experience.

• A flexible, pro-active approach to work including the ability to work to deadlines, plan, prioritise and manage own workload.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work autonomously and demonstrate initiative.

• A team player committed to working collaboratively to achieve results.

• Ability to use Microsoft Office Packages including SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and the internet.

• Ability to learn and better utilise IT systems.

• Ability to deal with sensitive information with discretion and to always maintain confidentiality.

Other requirements

• A commitment to treating your colleagues fairly, consistently and with respect (Essential)

• An interest in and understanding of OTR’s mission and strategy (Essential)

• Resilient, creative, determined and hard working (Essential)

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

We will provide a laptop, and other necessary IT equipment to facilitate hybrid and home working.

As an employee, you will receive the following benefit package:

• Generous annual leave entitlement including bank holidays

• Flexible start and finish times between core hours of 8am and 6pm

• Flexible hours to take time off for medical appointments and caring responsibilities

• Hybrid working

• 3% employer pension contribution if eligible

• Paid sick leave

To apply

Please submit a full CV (accounting for all gaps in employment - for Safer Recruitment).and a covering letter detailing all of the below:

• why you believe you are right for this role.
• why you wish to work at OTR.
• detailing your experience in all ‘essential’ criteria of the person specification

Registered charity number 1064275

Limited company 3333729

Funded by the National Lottery Community Fund