Charity Fundraiser Jobs

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 seeking someone who can help our regional managers recruit, train, develop, and support local Macular Society services and volunteers. The candidate needs to have an open and collaborative approach and the ability to multitask and prioritise multiple projects and work streams.

If you feel you have the above attributes, then we would love to hear from you.

In return, we provide a great working culture and offer flexible working options, 26 days annual leave, the ability to buy or sell annual leave, supportive family policies, and a 6% pension contribution.

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

This role is predominantly home-based; however, travel may be required across the North of England and occasionally to Andover in Hampshire.

About us

We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. We’re the place to turn to for anything and everything to do with breast cancer. However you’re experiencing breast cancer, we’re here. 

The brightest minds in breast cancer research are here. Making life-saving research happen in labs across the UK and Ireland. Support services, trustworthy breast cancer information and specialist nurses are here. Ready to support you whenever you need it. Dedicated campaigners are here. Fighting for the best possible treatment, services and care for anyone affected by breast cancer.

About the role

We’ve an exciting opportunity to join our ambitious supporter care team. The team plays an important role supporting our donors, fundraisers and colleagues. You’ll be part of a welcoming team, speaking to our supporters daily alongside detailed work recording conversations and donations on our database. You’ll also help drive forward improvement of our supporter experience, so the role suits someone with a proactive approach.

About you

We’re looking for someone enthusiastic and passionate about delivering an excellent supporter experience. You’ll enjoy building relationships and find it easy to make conversations with others. Ideally with a keen eye for detail, you’ll be part of a close team committed to creating the best outcomes for our supporters and colleagues. If you’re a self-starter, keen to grow your experience within a customer service role and develop your knowledge of the charity sector, we’d love to hear from you.

Job description and benefits

Please download the job description and our attractive benefits package.

Primary location of role and hybrid working

This role is primarily based in our London office. Our hybrid working model allows you to work up to 3 days per week at home.

When applying

We hope you choose to apply for this role. To support your application, you’ll be asked to submit your anonymised CV and a supporting statement. Please refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as you can with examples, to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria. If you’ve any immediate questions please contact Breast Cancer Now recruitment. 

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

We’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who we support.

Closing date 9am on Thursday 13 February 2025

Interview date Wednesday 19 and Thursday 20 February 2025

Contract type: Fixed Term Contract
Hours: 37.5 hrs per week
Salary: £23,400 - £24,606 per annum
Location: Stokenchurch

About Our Client 

Our client is one of the UK’s leading air ambulance charities. They’re here for people in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Oxfordshire when they need them most. Bringing hospital-level care by land and air. 

They exist to give everybody in their community the best chance of surviving and recovering from an emergency. Their mission is to do everything in their power to protect, save and revive lives, with the best critical care at the scene and beyond. 

They love what they do. Their charity is a place where people care for each other, provide support and encourage everyone to be their best and they pride themselves on being one of the UK’s leading air ambulance charities. As an innovative charity, they are continually developing their organisation and pushing the boundaries of patient care to deliver a unique emergency service, where and when it is most needed. They are driven to do the right thing for their patients, their families, and their supporters.

The role

They are seeking a Community Fundraising Assistant who will be the first point of contact for their community fundraisers, who are looking to raise vital funds for them, and provide administrative support for the team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone enthusiastic about delivering excellent customer service to become a strong ambassador for their emotive and highly regarded cause.

They are looking for an organised, hard-working individual to join their fun, supportive Community and Events Fundraising team. As part of the role, you will be assisting with the day-to-day activities of the team, attending & supporting events hosted by our client & their fantastic supporters and assisting in stewarding their fundraisers during their fundraising activities. You will also ensure that supporters receive a timely, positive thank you once they have completed their fundraising. 

With their fundraising activities ranging from national challenges, such as the London Marathon, to local events, like their motorcycle ride out ‘Ride Out for Rescue’, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to be out and about discovering what makes their wonderful supporters so passionate about our client. Indeed, as a local charity, they are very fortunate to be able to meet supporters from right across the community, which truly is a highlight of the job.

By becoming part of the Fundraising team, you will be making a vital difference to seriously ill and injured people across the region. 

This is an excellent opportunity to join a passionate and enthusiastic fundraising team. So, if you think this sounds like a great role for you and you can’t wait to get involved, apply to join their friendly team now! 
Some evening and weekend working may be required.

 In return they offer a competitive salary and great staff benefits such as:

- 25 Days holiday 
- Holiday Trading
- Free annual Flu Vaccination
- Option to purchase a Blue Light Card
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Company Pension Scheme 

Successful appointment to this post maybe subject to a DBS check

Vacancy Closing Date: Monday 3rd March 2025
Interviews will be held: On a rolling basis

This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly.

You may also have experience in the following: Fundraising Administrator, Charity Fundraising Assistant, Fundraising Coordinator, Events Assistant, Community Engagement Officer, Volunteer Coordinator, Supporter Engagement Officer, Fundraising Support Officer, Charity Events Assistant, Donor Relations Assistant, Public Engagement Coordinator, Philanthropy Assistant, Charity Administrator, Development Assistant, Supporter Care Assistant, Grants Assistant, Sponsorship Coordinator, Non-Profit Assistant, Membership Coordinator, etc.

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Job Description

Job Title: Corporate Partnerships Executive Directorate: Income Generation

Team/Department (if specific): National Partnerships Management, within High Value Partnerships Department

Salary: £22,932 - £26,319 plus £3,366 inner London weighting if applicable Vacancy Type: Permanent

Location: London (Combination of home based with at least one day a week in the London office. Please note during busy partnerships period it may be necessary to be in the London office more regularly and travel to partner locations is expected).

Context and Background

The NSPCC believes in fighting for every childhood, in order to carry out its charitable work, the NSPCC relies on the fundraising support of people across the UK for 85% of its annual income. Within Fundraising, our aim is to provide maximum resources for the NSPCC and children by working together to create the best possible donor experience by building long-term relationships to create a supporter experience which is different, better and more rewarding than that of supporting any other charity.

The Corporate Partnerships Department is comprised of three teams – a national Partnership Management team and a national New Business team, both based in London, and a regional Partnerships team, based across the UK. We believe that partnerships with companies are one of the best ways to raise money, reach millions of people, and engage in the UK public with our work. As much as a one-off donation is always welcome, we want to develop long-term, mutually beneficial relationships that put companies at the heart of what we do and simultaneously meet commercial needs.

We are looking to recruit a Partnership Executive to join the national Partnership Management team. 

The successful candidate will ideally have an understanding of corporate fundraising and the charity sector and will be excited about the opportunity to support our work. They will be great at building relationships with colleagues and external partners, as well as working independently to manage projects, support events, tell stories, create inspiring communications, and ensure our partners love supporting the NSPCC. They’ll bring creativity and a can-do attitude to the team and be an important ambassador of the NSPCC.

Job Purpose

• To provide a high level of support on the NSPCC’s flagship partnership and the projects that accompany it
• To produce high quality fundraising assets and creative stewardship pieces for stakeholders.
• To lead on projects that support the team

​Key relationships - Internal

• Reports to a Senior Partnerships Manager
•  Works closely with an Account Manager
• Support on the Head of team on projects
• Works closely with the Strategic Projects and Communications team
•  Liaises with staff in the other NSPCC functions

Key relationships – External

• Key stakeholders across relevant partnerships
• NSPCC suppliers to order/receive goods necessary for carrying out team fundraising activities

Main duties and responsibilities 

•  To act as assistant to a team delivering the NSPCC’s flagship partnership. Carrying out tasks as assigned by the line manager or Head of team to agreed standards and deadlines and meeting corporate standards of customer service.
• To draft and produce written communications such as newsletters, emails, fundraising assets and other documents as required, using word processing, databases and spreadsheets to required standards.
• To build relationships with fundraisers across corporate partnerships and support at fundraising events where required.
• To undertake specific projects as necessary or as required to support the team.
• To organise internal and external meetings on behalf of the team as required, including co-ordinating dates, booking meeting rooms/venues/facilities, organising refreshments and taking minutes at meetings as required.
• To proactively take steps to improve knowledge and understanding of our partners through supporting the development of relationships with them and conducting research as requested.
• To maintain an efficient record keeping system for the team, including current and archived files, using appropriate databases and systems.
•  To provide financial administrative assistance to budget holders, including processing invoices, placing orders, undertaking financial analysis, cash handling and banking in line with NPSCC policies and procedures.
• Improving processes within the department.

Responsibilities for all Staff within the Income Generation Directorate

• To attend and occasionally lead team meetings and actively participate in department meetings, contributing to strategy, discussions and decisions which will be beneficial to the NSPCC’s development of fundraising activities.
• To behave at all times in a manner consistent with the NSPCC’s Values.
•  To ensure data used in relevant systems is current, accurate and reliable.
•  To maintain an awareness of own and others’ Health and Safety and comply with the NSPCC’s Health and Safety policy and procedures.
•  A commitment to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people.

Person specification

1. Experience of confidently liaising with multiple teams and with external supporters to assist departmental activities
2. Well-developed verbal communication skills to provide the highest standards of customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
3. Ability to produce clear and impactful written materials with meticulous attention to detail
4. Proven track record of working proactively and flexibly within a dynamic and pressurised environment
5. Proven track record organising own workload efficiently with often competing deadlines
6. High standard of numeracy skills in accurately entering and recording financial data and other general calculations and working withing defined procedures and regulations
7. Ability to effectively manage complex projects with competing outcomes
8. Ability to deal with confidential information sensitively and appropriately
9. Ability to deal with confidential information sensitively and appropriately
10.  Experience using Windows-based software packages including word processing, spread sheets, email and the internet to deliver tasks and projects. Experience of using Raisers Edge desirable

Position: Quality Manger
Hours: Full-time (35 hours a week)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Office-based in London with flexibility to work remotely
Salary: Starting from £32,301 per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band and Job Family: Band 2*, Charity
*you’ll start at our entry point salary of £32,301* per annum, increasing to £34,320* after 6 months service and satisfactory performance and to £36,338* after a further 6 months.

About us

We make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.

Our strategy is based on what people affected by MS have told us is important to them. It gives us a clear and determined focus.

Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.

Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive working environment where you'll be able to make a difference.

About this job

We're looking for an experienced policy and compliance expert, with exceptional organisational skills, the ability to understand complex regulations and processes, and communicate simply and effectively.

At a time of transformative and exciting change within the organisation, you'll be responsible for developing Engagement and Income Generation (EIG) policies, compliance and Continuous Improvement (CI).

You’ll work with the MS Society Governance function and support relevant EIG Policy Owners to ensure all EIG policies are reviewed, clear, concise and documented, and all policy and regulatory areas are compliant with adequate assurance.  You’ll develop and oversee annual plans for EIG policy and compliance development, reviews, reporting, audits and training.

As EIG CI Lead, you’ll work with MS Society CI function, to champion, develop, and implement CI activities within EIG, and in line with MS Society CI organisational framework, including principles, standards, methodology, and documentation.

You will also provide support for various other ad-hoc EIG activities and initiatives that support quality improvement within EIG.

Closing date for applications: 9:00 on Monday 17th February 2025

Interested?

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Equal Opportunities 
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and or from ethnic minority backgrounds.

We’d be grateful if you downloaded and completed the equality and diversity monitoring form and submit it with your application. 

Disability Confident Employer 
We’re a Disability Confident Employer and we’re committed to promoting equality and diversity.

You can ask for reasonable adjustments as part of both our recruitment and new starter on-boarding processes.

If you need any help or adjustments to apply for this role, please contact us. You can also ask for the application materials to be sent to you in a different format. Such as for them to be sent to you by email or in a larger word format.

More about our employee benefits:
We have a wide range of employee benefits including (but not limited to): 

Encouraging work life balance

• 38 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rata for part-time
• More annual leave entitlement, based on length of employment
• Smart working options (with the opportunity to work remotely and find a smart working pattern that suits both you and us) 
• Flexible working options 

Caring for you and your family 

• Generous sick pay entitlement
• More sick pay entitlement, based on length of employment 
• Opportunity to buy and sell annual leave in each calendar year 
• Free access to a GP virtually 24 hours a day/7 days a week allowing you unlimited advice, reassurance and where appropriate diagnosis 
• Enhanced leave for new parents 
• Free access to a confidential 24 hours a day/7 days a week helpline service for both you and your family with a specialist range of support and information
• Special leave options (such as up to 5 days paid leave for domestic or personal emergencies a year)
• 10 days paid disability leave a year, pro-rata for part-time 
• 10 days paid carers’ leave a year, pro-rata for part-time 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Death in service scheme
• New family-friendly benefits, including paid leave:
  • In the event of miscarriage or still birth 
  • To support fertility treatments
  • For antenatal appointments for both parents

Thinking about your finances 

• Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Discounted season ticket loan and interest-free emergency loans
• Give as you earn to support other charities of your choice before tax
• New employee portal including lifestyle savings vouchers and personal wellbeing

Enriching your life at work

• Personalised development plans with a wide range of training courses and opportunities to source additional training options with your line manager
• Yearly internal apprenticeship opportunities
• New, modern offices that embrace working together both in-person and remotely 
• Various opportunities to influence how we internally operate (including surveys, and focus and committee groups) 
• Active and supportive internal employee networking groups for collaboration and peer support 
• 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering for MS Society activities during normal working hours (such as fundraising events, or campaigning in the local community) 
• 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering with other charities during normal

Safeguarding 
We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services and we come into contact with.

This is regardless of Gender, Race, Disability, Sexual orientation, Religion or belief, Pregnancy, Gender reassignment.

We recognise our particular responsibility to make sure vulnerable adults and children are protected.

We have measures in place to protect everyone we come into contact with from abuse and maltreatment of all kinds.

Your right to work in the UK 
You must have the right to work in the UK to work in paid employment with us. You’ll need to share documents showing you’re eligible to work in the UK if we offer you employment.

You can find the UK visas and permits granting you the right to work in the UK on the UK Government website. We currently don’t have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and aren’t able to support you with your visa applications.

No agencies please.

Development Officer (Legacies)

Leading heritage conservation charity are looking for a Development Officer (Legacies) to join the fundraising team in this hybrid working role. Exciting opportunity to help grow an established legacy programme.

Position: Development Officer (Legacies)

Location: Shottesbrooke, near Maidenhead/Hybrid working (3 days per week in the office) 

Salary: Circa £30,000 per annum

Hours: Full Time (35 hours per week) flexible working hours considered

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: Thursday 13th February

The Role

This is a new role created to support and build upon a successful legacies programme, and to develop the potential of in-memory giving. You will be supporting the Development Manager (Legacies) to deliver the legacy marketing programmes, supporter stewardship, and legacy administration. 

The varied scope includes delivering projects and communications to promote gifts in wills and in-memory giving, managing the stewardship of your own portfolio of legacy supporters, and assisting with legacy administration when gifts are received. Whilst reporting to the Development Manager you will also work closely with eight other colleagues in the Development team, and others throughout the organisation. Occasional travel will be also required for site visits, meetings and events to engage supporters face to face with our work throughout the UK.

You will work with and support the Development Manager (Legacies) to: 

• Deliver an effective strategy for gifts in wills and in memory. 

• Meet an agreed annual pledger recruitment target and other mutually agreed KPIs. 

• Acknowledge and celebrate gifts in wills to raise awareness throughout the organisation, with its followers, supporters, visitors, staff and volunteers. 

• Gather content from colleagues to produce high quality and inspirational updates for legacy supporters and their families. 

• Respond to potential enquiries about all types of legacy gifts and gather details about each. 

• Plan and run legacy seminars given by a volunteer solicitor, and an annual in-person event for identified legacy supporters. 

• Support and champion the promotion of legacy giving through the organisation. 

About You

We are seeking a Development Officer (Legacies) to support the development and delivery of the legacies programme for the charity. 

You will have:

• Excellent customer/donor care experience with a proven track record of exceptional listening skills.

• Examples of writing marketing or fundraising reports and proposals, updates etc.

• Ability to communicate with different audiences, both verbally and via written communications.

• Methodical and organised approach to tasks with meticulous attention to detail. Ability to plan and prioritise.

• Experience of working to agreed targets, managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.

• Self-motivated with the ability to progress several tasks simultaneously and maintain time scales, including when working under pressure.

• Experience of fundraising CRM databases.

• Previous Marketing or Direct Marketing experience. (desirable)

• Evidence of CPD in fundraising, and/or Chartered Institute of Fundraising courses & qualifications. (desirable)

• Previous fundraising experience or experience of gifts in wills or gifts in memory.  (desirable)

About The Organisation

This charity is one of Britain’s leading heritage conservation charities. With the help of our supporters, we save historic buildings in danger of being lost forever, restore such 'Landmarks' using skilled craftspeople and their apprentices, and make them available for all to enjoy for holidays. This income supports their ongoing care, whilst free open days and engagement with communities ensure that even more people can learn about and experience these extraordinary places. We have an ambitious pipeline of future heritage rescue projects throughout the UK which will depend on supporters giving donations in their lifetime, and the income we receive from legacies, which is playing an increasing role.

What They Offer

• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid and flexible working options available

• Generous Benefits: Following probation, enhanced sick and holiday pay and pension and life assurance and opportunities to take part in our property review scheme

• Other Benefits: Employee Assistance Program, training and development, relaxed dress code

You may also have experience in areas such as Legacy, Community, Development, Legacy Fundraiser, Community Fundraiser, Legacy Fundraising Officer, Community Fundraising Officer, Events, Events Fundraising, Events Fundraiser, Marketing Officer, Marketing Executive, Marketing Assistant, Direct Marketing Officer, Direct Marketing Executive.

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

The Talent Set is thrilled to be working with a national charity to recruit an Interim Fundraising Engagement Officer. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated team of fundraisers passionate about creating meaningful change. The role offers a great deal of variety and centres on fostering strong relationships. We’re seeking a proactive, detail-focused team player who is driven to achieve outstanding results. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Maximise income and awareness for the charity by building and managing relationships with fundraising supporters through phone calls, individual and mass emails, and social media. 

• Engage proactively and creatively with key supporter segments, such as corporate partners, sports teams, challenge participants, regional groups, virtual fundraisers, and volunteers, to provide guidance, motivation, and support to achieve income growth targets. 

• Ensure supporters receive timely and meaningful thanks for their donations and ongoing support, fostering strong, long-term relationships. 

• Support sports and challenge fundraising processes, including managing participant registrations and resolving common issues to enhance consistency and effectiveness within the team. 

• Build strong, effective working relationships with internal stakeholders across Regional, Mass Participation, and other teams to support wider organisational goals. 

Person Specification: 

• A resilient and adaptable team player with strong interpersonal skills, committed to building effective relationships with stakeholders and contributing to a positive team culture. 

• Proven fundraising experience, with a track record of achieving targets and delivering exceptional supporter stewardship, supporter care, and event coordination. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage, inspire, and creatively motivate diverse supporter segments. 

• Highly self-motivated, with exceptional prioritisation and time management abilities, capable of managing competing deadlines and working effectively under pressure. 

• Meticulous attention to detail, with experience using database systems to support decision-making and enhance supporter engagement. 

What's on offer:

• A day rate of £110.67 daily rate + £16.60 daily holiday (127.27 total PAYE)
• An initial 3 month contract
• Hybrid working, Central Bristol or remote options avalible 

To Apply:
Please send across a copy of your CV highlighting your relevant skills and experience for the role. One of our team will get in touch to provide further details and discuss the role in depth. 

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises 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 adjustments to always ensure a fair process.

About the role and the RVC Animal Care Trust:

This role supports fundraising activity at the Royal Veterinary College largely through its registered charity the RVC Animal Care Trust (ACT) within the Directorate of External Relations. The ACT aims to improve animal health and care through clinical practice at our animal hospitals, education of veterinary and science students, and pioneering research. The post-holder will devise and deliver cohesive on and offline marketing and communications plans to support fundraising activities and taking responsibility for the charity’s brand identity and online presence.

About you:

You are a marketing and communications professional with experience across multiple channels and tools, including web, email, social media, print, PR, and face-to-face communications. You’ll bring innovative ideas to support the Fundraising Manager in the delivery of our fundraising strategy, helping to integrate online and offline activities to demonstrate our impact and engage diverse audiences.

You're confident in managing multi-channel campaigns and have experience designing digital and print promotional materials, managing social media and web content, and using SEO/PPC to boost engagement. You'll have experience using CRM systems and analytics tools to help develop marketing plans that achieve clear objectives and measurable outcomes, aligned with our fundraising strategy.

A strong communicator, you can create compelling copy for various platforms and audiences. You have experience sourcing impactful content to support fundraising campaigns including photography and video editing. With support, you can develop, test, and evaluate campaigns to demonstrate the success of your ideas and apply learnings. Your flexibility, organisational and prioritisation skills enable you to enjoy working in a small but fast-paced team.

With a focus on delivering ROI, you build and maintain collaborative relationships with internal teams and external partners, including our loyal fundraisers, to drive engagement and support for our cause.

We offer a generous reward package and benefits including:

• Competitive and attractive pension package
• Generous 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and concessionary days) pro-rata
• On site café and restaurant
• Free membership to the Fitness and Wellbeing Centre located on site.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• A range of family friendly policies, including adoption, maternity and paternity pay and leave.

Do you have experience mapping complex supporter journeys, and working with insight and data to identify gaps and opportunities?

Have you managed complex projects that are all about improving the supporter experience? 

Can you motivate and support a team to deliver their best work for people living with Parkinson’s?

If yes, then please consider joining us as our Supporter Journeys Manager! You’ll be part of a team of 20 supporter experience professionals and you will lead the excellent Parkinson’s UK Supporter Journeys team to continue our ambitious drive to transform supporter engagement. 

About the role

We’re working to build and grow a powerful movement of people to transform the experience of people living with Parkinson’s. A big part of how we will do that is by engaging and mobilising our existing supporters through a wide variety of channels to take additional actions in support of Parkinson’s UK 

You’ll be instrumental in devising and delivering the strategic plans to achieve our ambitions for supporter engagement, as well as leading the teams responsible for delivering email and supporter journeys across the organisation.

What you'll do

• Lead the approach to mapping and visualising Supporter Journeys at Parkinson’s UK - looking for opportunities and pain points 
• Work closely with the Supporter Engagement Lead to deliver the Supporter Engagement Transformation programme which is our key programme for growing retention
• Work closely with the Supporter Engagement Manager (email), who leads the central email journey and decentralised email management
• Lead the audience planning process for supporters at Parkinson’s UK
• Lead the development of the audience planning process so that it achieves its ultimate aim of improving experience at Parkinson’s UK

What you’ll bring

• Significant experience of supporter engagement in the commercial  or not-for-profit sectors 
• Demonstrable experience of designing and delivering complex cross channel supporter journeys or communications plans 
• Experience of using insight and analysis to inform supporter comms mapping, planning and delivery
• An understanding of audience-first principles and planning 

This is an exciting time for Parkinson’s UK and we would love you to join us!

Please apply by sending us your CV, together with a detailed supporting statement which will fully demonstrate how you meet all the criteria of the role, as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the job description.

We are committed to working with the principles of fairness and equality. All of our applications are anonymous until the interview stage, and we welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We actively encourage people with Parkinson's to apply.

Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.

Salary: £40,000-£45,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Location: London/Hybrid – 3 days/week in Cosmic HQ near St Mary’s Hospital, Paddington
Closing date: Rolling
Benefits: 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, opportunity to work for much-loved charity with passionate culture

We have an excellent opportunity for a Senior Fundraising Manager working for Cosmic, a charity for children in intensive care. As part of this vital role, you will work directly with the CEO, leading the strategic direction for Cosmic’s community and challenge event fundraising. You will deliver and expand the fundraising portfolio, improving existing activities, identifying new opportunities, and creating engaging supporter journeys to maximise fundraising efforts.

This is a brilliant opportunity where you will step up by line-managing the Senior Fundraising Executive, and where you will be able to play a critical role in delivering a three-year growth strategy, ensuring that Cosmic continues to provide life-changing support for children, and their families.

To be successful as the Senior Fundraising Manager, you will need:

• Proven experience in the charity or non-profit sector, with experience in managing a community and challenge event fundraising portfolio.
• Proven experience as a strategic fundraiser, with a track record of delivering financial and non-financial outcomes.
• Extensive experience in income generation, including delivering to and exceeding financial targets.

If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Heather 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. 

Salary: £47,300-£52,600
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Location: Home-based
Closing date: 9th Feb 2025
Benefits: Cash healthcare plan, gym membership discount, employer pension contribution of at least 5%, early finish Friday, annual season ticket loan

We have an excellent opportunity for a Senior Community Fundraising Manager to join the excellent team at Diabetes UK. Reporting into the Head of Community and Events, you will lead a nationally dispersed team of local fundraisers, supporting them to acquire and maintain relationships that grow Community Fundraising income. You will also be responsible for developing the acquisition strategy, identifying initiatives that help the team grow the existing supporter base across key income streams.

This is a brilliant opportunity where you will be able to step up, developing ambitious budgets and performance metrics, and ensuring your team delivers against KPIs.

To be successful as the Senior Community Fundraising Manager, you will need:

• Proven experience in driving income growth within a fundraising setting, and using audience data and insight to drive decisions
• Demonstrable experience in leading projects involving a large team, demonstrating an ability to deliver effectively through others
• Line management skills, displaying confidence as a leader and in your ability to manage performance and develop individuals within a team

If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Jake 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. 

 

We are looking for a warm and self-motivated Engagement Officer to lead community and volunteer engagement, and manage our social media platforms at SOFT UK. In this position, you will engage with the existing SOFT UK community, strengthening and deepening this relationship. You will also build new relationships, thus building our community. You will also engage with volunteers, ensuring their volunteer journey is seamless and successful.

The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator and be highly adaptable, happy to facilitate a video call with SOFT UK families in the morning, and then engage with volunteers in the afternoon! They will be self-motivated and confident to work from home.

SOFT UK       

The Support Organisation for Trisomy 13 and 18 UK (“SOFT UK”) is a not for profit charitable organisation structured as a charitable trust for the purposes of providing organisational support to those with first-hand experience of Trisomy 13/18 and other related disorders. The Board of Trustees (“the Board”) comprises the legal directors of the Trust. 

Main Responsibilities of the post

The Engagement Officer is responsible to the Charity Director for the management of engagement on behalf of SOFT UK, ensuring we are seen as professional, yet warm and welcoming to our service users.

In this role you will manage and maintain our social media strategy with support from our Communications Officer, seeking out new ways to communicate with our community.

These activities include, but are not confined to:

• Strengthening our relationship with current SOFT UK supporters, including families, fundraisers, and charity partners.
• Preparing, organising and facilitating regular video calls with SOFT UK families.
• Building new relationships, thus broadening our reach and impact.
• Engaging with SOFT UK volunteers through various media to ensure their volunteering experience is enjoyable and mutually beneficial.
• Working with the Charity Director and the Communications Officer to collaborate on content and engagement for Trisomy Awareness Month
• Working collaboratively to help organise SOFT UK Family Days.
• Work collaboratively to produce content for our SOFT UK social media channels and Youtube.
• Prepare detailed engagement activity reports.
• Develop our podcast/vlogcast strategy.
• Identify and attend relevant networking events and conferences, virtually and in person.

Furthering SOFT UK aims and objectives

• Be aware of the underlying principle of the charity’s work in ensuring that the needs and interests of SOFT UK’s families are fully recognised in all aspects of its work.
• Be aware of and comply with the organisation’s rules relating to Employment, Health & Safety and information security regulations.

On occasions the Charity Director may request the post holder to undertake other responsibilities consistent with those set out above. 

Person Spec

· Relevant experience in a similar role.

· Proven experience leading people or marketing is advantageous.

· Previous experience working in a 3rd sector organisation is advantageous.

· Strong knowledge of engagement practices and techniques.

· Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

· Must be self-motivated, able to multitask and work well under pressure.

· Experience of using Zoom (or similar) would be beneficial.

Reporting to the Head of Fundraising/CEO, the post holder will manage and oversee a growing programme of fundraising whilst working to build a pipeline of corporate partners to deliver ambitious income targets. At Dreams Come True (DCT), we are looking for an exceptional candidate who can hit the ground running and spearhead growth across the corporate programme. You’ll need strong evidence of managing partners and programmes from diverse income streams and raising significant income (5-6 figures).

We are searching for a manager who is a self-starter and happy working independently to steward our wonderful partners whilst driving income. You’ll have a solid ability to adapt your communication style with stakeholders and knowledge of what corporate programme works best for a variety of industries.

Key Responsibilities

General

• A proven track record of raising income against targets and KPIs and securing partnerships that are 5-6 figures.
• Experience in building bespoke high-value partnerships with a range of engagement and strategic KPIs.
• Responsible for delivering high-value partnerships and implementing excellent stewardship to current corporate partners, maximising value and opportunities to drive income.
• Account manage a varied portfolio of current corporate partnerships.
• Build and develop a pipeline of new opportunities including commercial, sponsorship, pro-bono, employee fundraising, and Charity of the Year.
• Adept at developing strong corporate fundraising plans to underpin the DCT organisational strategy
• The ability to write and present compelling and expertly written cases for support for a range of audiences, including creative propositions and proposals.
• Develop strong propositions and pitches to secure new partners.
• Mine new business opportunities, striving to achieve and exceed KPI goals.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships at all levels, to secure long-term commitment
• Work collaboratively with the senior team to share corporate best practices and insights

Join Us in Making a Difference at Marie Curie
Marie Curie is the UK's leading end-of-life charity, dedicated to ensuring that everyone facing the end of life has access to the care, support, and dignity they deserve. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK and the only organisation to operate across all four nations. Through our network of community nursing, hospice care, and comprehensive information and support, we are here for people and families when they need us most.

Our Mission: A Better End of Life for Everyone
In the next five years, we're committed to closing the gap for those missing out on the end-of-life care and support they need. We'll achieve this through:
- Expanding and transforming direct care and support
- Delivering practical, accessible information and guidance
- Leading the way in shaping end-of-life experiences

Your Role in Our Vision
As the Case for Support Executive, you will play a crucial role in advancing our mission by developing compelling fundraising propositions. Collaborating with the Case for Support team, you will create impactful bids and proposals to engage diverse audiences and secure support for Marie Curie.

In this role, you will:

• Research, develop, and craft small to mid-sized fundraising propositions that inspire current partners, prospective supporters, and fundraising teams to back our cause.
• Support the Case for Support leads in delivering larger-scale propositions.
• Provide fundraisers and teams with up-to-date information, including restricted details, Caring Services statistics, and resources, ensuring high-quality fundraising materials.
• Ensure the regular flow of updates, compelling stories, and detailed reports to strengthen fundraising efforts.

As a skilled communicator, you will engage with colleagues across the organisation to stay informed about service developments and fundraising opportunities. Your ability to package these insights will empower fundraisers with relevant, effective materials.

This role is essential to driving our mission forward and making a meaningful impact.

What you will need

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in IT tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and charity databases
• Experience with virtual meeting platforms
• Strong organisational and administrative abilities
• Skilled in prioritising tasks effectively
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively within a remote team
• Adept at handling sensitive conversations with supporters
• Strong influencing and motivational abilities
• Confident public speaking and presentation skills

Please see full job description here

How to Apply

Submit your CV and cover letter online, highlighting your most relevant skills and experiences for this role. Please also include your preferred location.

Application deadline: Sunday 9th February 2025
Salary: £26,370.00 - £29,297
Contract: Full Time / Permanent
Location: UK OR Ireland Homebased

Why Join Marie Curie?
- Flexible working arrangements
- 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- Pension contributions up to 7.5%
- Loan schemes for bikes, computers, and season tickets
- Continuous professional development opportunities
- Enhanced wellbeing and employee assistance programmes
- Membership discounts through the Blue Light Card
- AND SO MUCH MORE!

Join us in shaping a society where everyone receives the care they deserve at the end of life. Let's make a lasting impact together.

Marie Curie is committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a safe and supportive workplace for everyone. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences. If you need reasonable adjustments during the application process, please email us at [email protected].