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Our day centre service is currently open three days per-week offering respite, food and somewhere safe to be for anyone facing street homelessness. It provides advocacy and casework services to those who are vulnerably housed or homeless, supporting them to address their individual crisis and the underlying causes. We also provide a small year round night shelter provision.
APAP works in close partnership with a number of key agencies locally including drug and alcohol teams, street outreach services, local authority housing teams and the wider VCS. We are a gateway service in the community through which our clients can access a range of support.
The Community Fundraising and Partnerships Coordinator will be responsible for developing and nurturing relationships within the local community to support APAP’s fundraising efforts, including schools, local businesses, faith and community groups. A key feature of this role will be developing increased year-round community engagement and fundraising, leading into the planning and delivery of at least one annual fundraising campaign. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to engage directly with stakeholders to build strong partnerships, whilst contributing strategically to the growth of the charity's fundraising efforts.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy Lead is responsible for overseeing income generation from corporate partners and growing high-value support from major donors to fund the vital work of Midlands Air Ambulance Charity.
This newly created role will develop and implement strategies and plans across two areas:
- Oversee a team focused on building and maintaining corporate partnerships with businesses across our six-county operating region, covering Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, West Midlands, and Worcestershire.
- Engage major donors and secure transformative gifts both on an individual basis as well as part of a bespoke programme.
The Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy Lead will be responsible for ensuring effective prospecting and exceptional supporter stewardship, maximising income generation in the short, medium and long term.
The role presents an exciting opportunity for an experienced high-value fundraiser to work in close collaboration with our CEO and senior leadership team, and Chair and wider board of Trustees, to develop these two key income streams.
The post holder will be creative, an outstanding communicator, and a natural networker, skilled in unlocking new opportunities and securing transformational five and six-figure gifts.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of all our stakeholders and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Post holders will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS).
To provide patients with outstanding pre-hospital care and lifesaving intervention through the operation of helicopter-led emergency medical services.




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ROLE PURPOSE
The Community and Events Fundraising Manager will be a vital member of the Mass Fundraising team, responsible for leading activity across Community and Events. They will be instrumental in driving the Community and Events team to achieve our income targets and grow Community & Events from £400,000 to £550,000 over the next five years and by 29/30.
This role will focus on identifying and nurturing impactful fundraising relationships, providing exceptional stewardship and delivering a calendar of community and events fundraising. The ideal candidate will be able to implement effective income growth strategies, particularly in working with local companies and in memory fundraisers. Working with the Mass Fundraising Officer, the postholder will be responsible for marketing our community and events programme to increase the number of people fundraising for St George’s Hospital Charity and ensure the community and events programme provides a positive ROI. They will have a confident knowledge of fundraising regulation and responsible data management to ensure community and events activity is delivered in line with best practice.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Planning & Delivery
- Develop and implement the community and events fundraising strategy in line with KPIs and budgets set out in the annual business plan and fundraising strategy.
- Lead on the day-to-day management of the community and events fundraising plan to increase net income and supporter numbers.
- Monitor community and events activities to ensure compliance with fundraising guidelines and promote best practice.
Fundraising Development
- Work with the Head of Mass Fundraising to develop the community and events portfolio, including the development of new products, with the aim to achieve significant and sustainable growth of unrestricted income.
- Identify and cultivate relationships in the local community to generate new income from audiences including schools, community groups, local corporates, and mid-high value individual fundraisers.
- Work closely with the communications team to effectively market community and challenge events fundraising to grow supporter numbers and income.
- Work closely with fundraising colleagues to ensure a collaborative approach to the delivery of excellent stewardship and new business development.
- Continually develop community and events supporter journeys to give our fundraisers a memorable and meaningful experience fundraising for St George’s Hospital Charity and encourage repeat fundraising.
- Attend events and activities to promote the work of the charity.
Financial Management
- Prepare, monitor and manage income and expenditure budgets and reforecasts.
- Prepare reports and evaluations of the community and events portfolio as required.
- Work with the Database Manager to effectively monitor key performance indicators for community and events activities, ensuring that targets are met and ROI maximised.
- Ensure that gift aid is maximised wherever possible.
People & Relationships
- Manage, motivate and develop the Mass Fundraising Officer.
- Manage office and events volunteers including maintaining a volunteer database.
- Build positive, collaborative relationships within the organisation, NHS Trust and wider community to support income generation.
Staff Management
Carry out all line management duties in line with organisational policy and procedure, including:
- Managing health and safety of staff
- Diversity and inclusion – encouraging an inclusive environment
- Recruiting and inducting good quality staff
- Motivating and supporting staff to achieve high performance, including conducting regular 121s and timely appraisals
- Proactively addressing performance, conduct or other employee relations issues.
Marketing & Communications
- Create engaging materials and content to inspire participation in fundraising activities, with a focus on crafting authentic, impactful supporter stories, and distribute this content effectively.
- Ensure Community and Events webpages are kept up to date and maximised to encourage sign ups.
Other Requirements
- This is not an exhaustive list of tasks. Duties may vary from time to time as determined by Charity needs.
- Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends as required for events
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This exciting new role within the Fundraising team will lead on generating funds by developing and promoting new income streams.
There is no typical week as a Business Development Manager and the role requires a proactive approach. The post holder will identify and deliver profitable business development activity for the following areas: (i) sales related to MAAC training provider - securing group/individual bookings for our training and education courses; (ii) the sale of room hire at our Airbase and Charity Headquarters and (iii) support with other ad hoc income generation projects. .
Working in collaboration with the Chief Operating Officer, Group Events Lead, and Head of Education and Training, the Business Development Manager will develop and execute a plan to promote and grow these revenue streams, building strong relationships with businesses, community groups, and educational institutions.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of all our stakeholders and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Post holders will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS).
To provide patients with outstanding pre-hospital care and lifesaving intervention through the operation of helicopter-led emergency medical services.




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Do you want to be part of a passionate team and help support a lifesaving cause? If so then read on for more details as to how you can work for our Charity!
As part of Midland Air Ambulance Charity’s (MAAC) corporate team, the Corporate Partnership Executive is responsible for taking a proactive approach to raising the profile of the charity and deepening relationships with businesses in the communities we serve.
You will provide support to the Senior Partnership Executive and the wider team helping to implement the corporate fundraising strategy via in person and online engagement methods, leading on activity within Staffordshire.
Your focus will be to ensure income growth from corporate sources and activity comprising of new business development, account management and affinity partnerships. As a longstanding charity, we have established networks in place, however alongside this the post holder will need to innovate and develop new ways of working in line with the ever-changing external environment (i.e., global/national trends, corporate best practise such as CSR and ESG) as well as in response to opportunities and challenges happening in the south of our region.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of all our stakeholders and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Post holders will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS).
To provide patients with outstanding pre-hospital care and lifesaving intervention through the operation of helicopter-led emergency medical services.




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The Joshua Tree is a growing charity with a vision to support any family affected by childhood cancer that needs us.
To help us achieve this, we are looking for a passionate and dynamic Business Relationship Manager to join our income generation team, focusing on North West England particularly Manchester and suburban areas. This role will build and nurture relationships with businesses and organisations in order to generate funding.
As our new Business Relationship Manager, you will cultivate existing business contacts while identifying and securing new introductions and opportunities. Your role will focus on building strong relationships with organisations to maximise fundraising potential and ensure long-term financial support. Representing the charity with enthusiasm, you will promote our work and foster lasting partnerships to achieve income targets.
Additionally, you will collaborate closely with our new Income Generation Advisory Board, comprising of business leaders and CEO’s who can support you with high-level introductions, leads, and strategic insights.
Ideally, we are looking for someone with proven experience in fundraising preferably in the charity or non-profit sector however, applications will be considered from candidates who work in a similar role outside of the charity sector.
What is important to us is your drive and natural ability to engage with people, build meaningful relationships and use your initiative and creativity to generate income from business and organisations.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are a local charity that enables people and organisations to get involved, helping to build strong and vibrant communities in Buckinghamshire.
We do this by helping people find volunteering opportunities, advising charities and other not-for-profit groups on all aspects of running an organisation, and directly supporting those most in need in the community.
Key Tasks
- Lead and deliver projects as part of a high-quality programme of support and development for the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise Sector and Communities in Buckinghamshire. (See appendix)
- Lead on specialist knowledge areas, including supporting the leadership team to develop strategies, policies and procedures, and advising/training VCSE organisations on the subject. (See appendix)
- Support the leadership team in the design, development and planning of the programme.
- Develop volunteering roles and recruit, induct and supervise a team of volunteers and associates to support the programme.
- Develop and deliver outreach and engagement activity to community groups and local charities.
- Induct and train new staff and volunteers about your areas of responsibility.
- Manage relationships with a wide range of stakeholders across the public, private and voluntary sectors to support the development of the programme and delivery of programme objectives.
- Represent and advocate for the charity and the voluntary and community sector, at partnership or public meetings and events.
- Develop and secure income sources, including grants and commissions and commercial income generation.
- Identify and develop partnership opportunities and manage relationships with funders and other key stakeholders.
- Support the leadership team to prepare budgets and plan and manage the allocation of resource to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of the work programme.
- Giving advice on fundraising and bid applications
Diversity & Inclusion
Community Impact Bucks is committed to challenging inequality and values the diversity of our communities in Buckinghamshire. We recognise that reflecting that diversity will only ever make our organisation better. We work to ensure an inclusive culture where colleagues feel welcomed and supported to succeed and thrive. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from under-represented communities.
Base of Work
Hybrid typically minimum 1 day per week at Community Impact Bucks’ Office near Aylesbury with the rest working from home. This role requires attendance at local community events across the county, occasionally in the evenings or at weekends, so you must be able to travel throughout Buckinghamshire.
Please refer to the Job Description for more information.
To apply, please send a CV with a cover letter explaining how your skills, experience and interests meet the Job Description and Person Specification by 9am on Tuesday 22 April 2025.
Interviews will take place in person at our office in Weston Turville.
We support people and groups to get involved in their local communities and make Buckinghamshire a better place to live.



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Care & Support Digital Technology Officer
Location: Tottenham Hale, N17 (North London) with ideally 5 days per week in the office
Salary: £34,000 per annum
Closing date for applications: Sunday 27th April
Interviews: Tuesday 6th May, held in person
Do you have a strong background in digital technology within a care and support environment, and are keen to enhance care delivery and streamline operations at an organisation passionate about helping people develop independence and meet their personal goals and aspirations?
Charity People is delighted to be working with a fantastic charity to recruit a Care & Support Digital Technology Officer who will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between digital innovation and care delivery.
With expertise in both the Care & Support sector and digital technology, the post holder will embed the implementation of the Sona Rostering Time Management system, support the development and rollout of a new Care Planning system, and provide first line support and assistance to the charity's staff and managers. The role requires a collaborative approach to ensure digital solutions streamline operations and enhance care delivery across the organisation.
About the charity
This is a forward-thinking and inclusive charity, working across ten London boroughs to support people with significant support needs to live with dignity and purpose.
The organisation's work is diverse, from supporting people to live independently in their own home and in supported accommodation settings, to providing short breaks and supported holidays.
As Care & Support Digital Technology Officer, your core responsibilities will include:
- Support teams across Care & Support (C&S) Service delivery to make the best use of technology in their work
- Collaborate with the Digital Technology team to design and deliver comprehensive guides for digital tools and systems, including Sona and the Care Planning system
- Assess the digital proficiency of staff and create tailored training plans to bridge skill gaps
- Act as the primary point of contact for C&S staff seeking support with digital tools, ensuring systems are used effectively to enhance care delivery, record-keeping, and operational efficiency
- Assist in testing and validation processes for technological systems to ensure they meet organisational requirements
- Provide first-line support for technical queries, escalating complex issues as needed
- Ensure the Care Planning system works smoothly and that care records are regularly reviewed
- Maintain the Care Planning system and support C&S Managers in auditing and reviewing care records
- Handle basic troubleshooting, resolves common systems' problems, and provides guidance to users on using systems
- Provide support during the migration to Microsoft 365
- Oversee the Digital Inbox, triaging queries for timely resolution or escalation
- Support the day-to-day administration of digital software platforms for C&S
- Participate in data cleansing and migration to maintain accurate and useful datasets
- Assist in refining system requirement specifications to align with C&S needs
- Configure and set up hardware devices for use with digital systems for the C&S services
- Attend regular meetings with Newlon IT to address support tickets related to C&S services
- Develop and update policies, procedures, and training guides to support the effective use of digital technology systems for C&S
- Document recurring issues and create self-help resources, FAQs, and troubleshooting guides
- Work closely with the Digital Technology and C&S teams to ensure systems meet operational and care delivery needs
- Liaise with SaaS providers to address complex queries and support system enhancements
- Build strong working relationships with C&S managers and staff to promote digital adoption and address challenges proactively
We'd love to see applications from individuals with the following skills and experience:
- Proven experience working in a Care & Support environment
- Strong background in digital technology, including implementing and supporting software systems
- Experience of using and integrating attendance management systems such as Sona Rostering Time Management
- Experience training staff and creating training materials for digital systems
- Experience in data cleansing, migration, and modelling activities
- Excellent understanding of care sector requirements, including rostering time-management shifts planning and compliance standards
- Strong IT skills, including proficiency in managing software platforms and troubleshooting technical issues
- Knowledge of system testing, validation, and ongoing maintenance
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users
- Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mind-set
- Collaborative and adaptable, with a commitment to supporting both technical and care teams
- Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate records
- Willingness to travel between sites and work flexible hours, including occasional evenings or weekends as required
- Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and commitment to promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults
How to apply
To formally apply we will need a CV and Supporting Statement. If you would like to apply for this role or to have an informal confidential chat, please apply via the link below with a copy of your CV in the first instance or email Alice Wood at Charity People to find out more.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please inform Alice if you require any assistance or adjustment to help ensure the application process works for you.
At Charity People, we match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.
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Civitas Recruitment are delighted to be working with an organisation who bring the investment community together to work towards a net zero and climate resilient future. The organisation collaborates with investors to create practical solutions that can make a real difference in tackling climate change. An exciting opportunity exists for a Senior Development Manager to join the team. As Senior Development Manager, you will aim to maximise funding from trusts and foundations, strategically build relationships and proactively seek further opportunities to continue expanding the charity’s portfolio of existing relationships and promising prospects to ensure continued, high-value philanthropic support. This is a full-time, 9 month fixed term contract (maternity cover), aiming to start in July. Hybrid in Central London.
Who are we looking for?
Ideal candidates will possess significant and demonstrative experience working with trusts and foundations. You will have a proven track record of producing compelling and successful grant proposals to secure high-value, multi-year grants (success with securing six/seven figure grants highly desirable.) You will have excellent relationship management skills and will be adept at engaging and inspiring donors and understand diverse donor motivations. Candidates will have demonstrable skill in adapting and delivering complex and technical written and verbal communications for a philanthropy audience. Knowledge of the institutional investor landscape and/or finance industry would be a bonus however it is not essential for the role.
If the above role description sounds of interest and you feel like you meet the criteria; please apply immediately or for further information, please contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment for a full JD and informal discussion. Early applications are encouraged as we will be reviewing on a rolling basis and roles may closer earlier than initially indicated.
Social Media & Website Officer
Charity
Temporary, 6 months
36 hours per week
Remote
£25.95 per hour, plus £3.13 holiday pay per hour
Interviews, online, 17th & 23rd April
Start: 1st May 2025
Working closely with the Communications Lead and the Director Partnerships & Communications, the Social Media & Website Officer will lead the development and execution of the charity's social media and website content in line with the charity's freshly implemented communications strategy, with the ability to propose new ideas and insights.
Responsibilities:
- Create, schedule, post and curate content tailored for the website and various social media accounts
- Develop interesting and relevant content, including writing posts and articles, producing short video clips and visual assets, and other forms of multimedia
- Plan and execute (social media) campaigns in support of the goals laid out in the communications strategy
- Actively engage with the charity's existing online communities, and build new ones, by taking part in discussions, and answering comments etc
- Maintain and update the website
- Update and manage system, processes and tools for the website and social media of the charity
- Develop and implement platform specific strategies in line with their communications strategy
- Update and maintain content calendars
- Define key performance indicators for the website and social media accounts
- Monitor, analyse, and interpret social media and web metrics to inform strategies
- Assess and report on the success of campaigns and develop ways to improve campaigns
- Conduct research to understand audience preferences, behaviors and needs
- Develop guidelines (including for social media crisis communication), provide support and deliver training to colleagues on social media and community management
- Actively research and follow the latest social media and digital trends, technologies, and tools to innovate and improve the charity's online engagement strategies
- Collaborate closely with other members of the communications team, internal and external stakeholders, and vendors and suppliers, to ensure consistent messaging and alignment of digital engagement efforts in support of organisational goals
You will bring:
- Proven experience in public relations, communication, media relations, journalism, social media, marketing and/or publishing and strong experience in managing social media channels, including experience in content creation, online marketing, and campaigning, working with KPI's, analysing and reporting metrics, in non-profit environment
- Experience designing, maintaining, and monitoring websites, working with content management systems and Search Engine Optimisation
- Recent knowledge of online communications, digital marketing, outreach, community building and fundraising, tracking, optimisation and other new development such as Google Analytics
- Up-to-date knowledge of trends in social media and insight into possible challenges and opportunities
- Proven experience in designing, planning, delivering and assessing social media campaigns in a professional context
- Experience of web content management system, such as Wordpress.
- Proven experience in managing social media platforms, in particular Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X
- Proven experience of the design and production of assets for website and social media channels, including graphics and short video clips. Proven skills in graphic design software (such as Adobe Creative Suite).
- Proficiency in engaging, animating, and stewarding online communities and understanding of the challenges involved
- Excellent writing, editing and proof-reading skills
- Demonstrable experience of transforming complex information into easy-to-grasp content adapted to different channels
- Sensitivity and appreciation for diverse viewpoints and different communication styles in a politically and culturally diverse environment
- Problem-solving, project management skills; ability to meet deadlines and motivate others to do the same
Please send your CV as soon as possible to learn more about this role.
Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.
The Hampstead Community Centre is an independent charitable organisation founded by volunteers in 1976 and overseen by a board of local trustees.
The Centre is a busy and vibrant part of the community, hosting a variety of activities including an after school playcentre, holiday playschemes for 5-12s, under 5’s activities, over 60’s activities, classes, support groups, counselling, an outdoor food market and events.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a valued community organisation and lead a dedicated team. If you are a proficient manager who is also hands-on, this could be the ideal role for you. You will bring strengths around working with a board, operational excellence, sound financial acumen, innovative ideas and effective partnership building skills.
KEY DETAILS:
ROLE: Centre Manager
LOCATION: London
SALARY: circa £50,000 per annum
CONTRACT: Full time, negotiable/flexible working
The Centre Manager has full responsibility for operation of the Centre and the outdoor community market, leading a small team and reporting to the Trustees’ Management Committee.
Amongst other criteria, the successful candidate will have:
v Experience in a senior management role in a community or charitable organisation
v Experience of working with local authorities and user groups
v Experience of fundraising and grant applications
v Practical experience in buildings and retail management
v A creative flair for marketing, digital media and event management
v Enthusiasm for working in a team environment and motivating employees
If you would like to receive a full job description for this role with details on how to apply, please contact Faye Marshall at Harris Hill via the apply button.
Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 21st April
Interview dates: To be confirmed
Harris Hill Charity Recruitment Specialists operates an equal opportunity policy and commits to treating all of our candidates and jobseekers fairly. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
We're looking for a Community Fundraising Officer to join our team at Oxford Health Charity (OHC) to play a key role in increasing support for our charity, which funds projects that enhance the experience of patients, carers and staff beyond the NHS budget. OHC provides funding for a number of projects beyond the Trust’s NHS budget. From inviting green spaces, to funding artists to work with patients, improving staff rest areas, and providing non-essential medical equipment to make patients more comfortable and much more!
Working closely with the Head of Charity, you'll maximise fundraising income through creative and sustainable strategies, ensuring excellent stewardship of fundraisers and supporters. You'll manage community fundraising events, explore new sponsorship opportunities, and build strong relationships with local groups and organisations across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Wiltshire.
You'll maintain accurate donor records using the Donorfy database and contribute to the smooth running of fundraising activities, ensuring compliance and cost-effectiveness. This role requires excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. A background in fundraising or customer care, along with strong IT skills, is essential.
If you are passionate about making a difference and growing support for a vital NHS charity, we would love to hear from you!
Providing funds which enhance the experience of patients, carers, families and staff receiving support across Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Hybrid – min 2 days per week in Cheam, Surrey after probation
Salary: £34,729 per annum
Hours: 35 hours per week
Department: Help, Advice and Services
Job Type: Full time
Contract Type: Permanent
The vision of The Charity for Civil Servants is a lifelong community: people offering effective support for each other when life takes a turn for the worse. The Charity for Civil Servants’ mission is to support all civil servants, past and present, throughout their lives, with whatever problems they may have. We listen without judgement and offer practical, financial and emotional support.
Our Help, Advice and Services Directorate aims to make a positive impact by offering appropriate financial and wellbeing support and advice. As a Grants and Support Officer, you will be managing casework as part of a team of supportive colleagues, handling phone calls and emails, making decisions on financial assistance, and advising on income maximisation and financial capability.
To be successful in this role, you will be an excellent communicator in writing, on the phone and digitally. You will be confident in handling difficult conversations with applicants and vulnerable people. You will also have knowledge of benefit entitlements and an understanding of basic budgeting and be able to balance casework with new enquiries, recording data accurately and consistently. With previous experience of casework, you will be able to identify people’s needs by analysing complex information and exploring underlying issues.
The Charity supports hybrid working. In this role, you will need to commit to working from our Head Office in Cheam, Surrey. During probation you will receive structured training and be based full time in our Head Office in Cheam, Surrey for the first 3 months. After 3 months you will have the option to work from home up to 2 days per week and if probation is successfully completed at 6 months, you will have the option to work up to 3 days per week from home.
In return, we can offer you excellent benefits including a health cash plan, Headspace, life assurance, excellent pension, generous annual leave with the options of buying and selling holidays, as well as interest free loans for season tickets and our cycle to work scheme.
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter that states why you would be suitable for this role. The closing date for applications is Sunday 13 April, at 23:59pm. Interviews will take place soon after closing.
The Charity for Civil Servants is committed to building and developing a workforce which reflects the diversity of the civil service community that we support. We seek to ensure all job applications are treated fairly, with respect and without bias and we encourage applications from suitably experienced candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, or any other factor.
Strictly no agencies.
REF-220478
Job Title: Community Fundraising Manager - VAC134
Working Hours: 37.50 per week (Flexible and part time working offered by agreement)
Salary: circa £42,230 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Deadline: Friday 18th April 2025
Location: Leeds/Hybrid
How to apply: Applicants are required to provide a covering letter alongside their CV. In the letter, please outline how you meet the essential criteria for the role, demonstrating how your skills and experience make you an ideal candidate, and share your motivation for joining Leeds Hospitals Charity.
Interviews to take place: CV's will be considered as they are received. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by telephone in the first instance. This listing may close early if we find a suitable candidate.
Do you want to work for a Charity that offers flexible working, training and development and a culture that is committed to the health and wellbeing of its employees? Do you consider yourself to be a dynamic leader with excellent relationship skills?
Can your skills, passion and expertise help drive and deliver an ambitious income target in excess of £1 million?
f you have a strong background in community engagement and a proven track record in management, this is your chance to make a real impact. Join us and help shape the future of our fundraising strategy!
Leeds Hospitals Charity
Leeds Hospitals Charity is proud to support Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. At Leeds Hospitals Charity, we work with NHS staff to improve the experience of patients and families. We are passionate about healthcare and about making our hospitals amazing.
People are central to everything we do at the Charity. Our home city of Leeds is multicultural, and we embrace its diversity. Difference is to be celebrated, it inspires innovation and makes us stronger. For us equality, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental principles. They underpin our goal to support the communities of the hospitals in Leeds.
The Role
Reporting to the Head of Relationship Fundraising the Community Fundraising Manager will lead and manage the community fundraising team to deliver growth in community, corporate and voluntary net income. They will develop a sustainable pipeline of support for the charity by furthering our reach into the local community and the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
The person will:
· Build meaningful and lasting relationships with individuals, community groups, community corporates, hospital staff, families, and patients, demonstrating the impact the charity has.
· Deliver ongoing budget and KPI management, including monitoring and reporting on performance, providing financial commentary, delivering income against target, and maintaining costs within budget.
· Assist the Head of Relationship Fundraising in developing the annual business plan and budget and contribute to wider departmental strategic planning.
· Drive team performance by providing inspiring and effective leadership and team management, using coaching techniques and regular meetings to ensure objectives are met and high standards are maintained.
· Seek opportunities to work innovatively, adopting lean processes, agile working and using supporter data within the team to deliver performance and supporter experience.
The successful candidate will have:
· Knowledge of the Charities Act, Fundraising Code of Practice, relevant sections of GDPR regulation and other relevant legislation and guidance.
· Good knowledge of using databases to support and drive business development.
· Proven experience of successful line management, with an engaging and inspiring leadership and managerial style.
· Budget management experience.
· Proven experience of working as a senior member of a community/relationship based fundraising team, contributing to budget building and delivering.
Full Job Description can be found on our website. If you would like to speak to us to discuss the role, or want to know more about the Charity and our teams, you can contact Paula Guanaria, Head of Relationship Fundraising.
Benefits:
· 27 days holiday a year plus bank holiday with the option to buy additional holiday
· Flexible and Hybrid Working
· Unlimited access to our online Learning & Development Portal
· Line Management Training Programme
· Pension scheme- 5% employer contribution
· Annual pay review
· Health & Wellbeing support including:
o access to an Employee Assistance Programmes and trained Mental Health First Aiders
· Life Insurance Protection
· Cyclescheme
· Car Lease Scheme
· NHS Blue Light Card and Discounts
For more information about the position and the charity, please visit our website.
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About the Foundation
The Leadsom Foundation is a new and ambitious charity, aiming to support parents and carers around
the world to give their baby the best start for life. Our purpose is to advocate for the unique importance of
the 1001 critical days, from pregnancy to age two, funding charities that are delivering services in Family
Hubs to help them give their babies the best start for life, and to fund pioneering research into what type
of support works best.
About the role
We are a small and passionate team making a tangible difference to the lives of families and are looking
to hire a Senior Communications Officer during the exciting ‘start-up,’ phase of the Foundation. We are
looking for a self-starter to bring expertise and creativity to the workspace. If you're an experienced media
operator and exceptional communicator, at least five years into your career and looking for your next big
challenge, we'd love to hear from you.
Hours: 40 hours a week (flexibility available)
Location: Central London (SW1) with flexibility to work from home.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.