Communications And Events Officer Jobs
We are hiring! VIN has been awarded just under £550,000 over a 3-year period starting July 2024, to embed volunteering at a system and strategic level within the ICS (integrated care system) in Northamptonshire. This has been funded by the Volunteering for Health partnership consisting of CW+, NHS Charities Together and NHSE. We are calling this project Northamptonshire Health & Care Volunteering.
We are now looking for a Project Manager who will be central to the successful delivery of the project and its outcomes. Their main role is to be a central point of contact for all in the delivery of the project, and to take the lead in developing our strategic approach to volunteering within the Integrated Care System (ICS) across West and North Northamptonshire and diversifying our volunteer workforce.
Ideally our perfect candidate will have volunteer management experience, experience within the voluntary or health sectors including a basic knowledge of the Integrated Care System, and experience of successful project management, financial planning and management.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Redhill, Surrey - some home working available
Are you a kind, caring and supportive individual with good interpersonal and communication skills keen to provide the highest quality experience for people using mental health services? Would you like to use your lived experience as someone from an underserved community or who has strong links with underserved communities? Welcome to East Surrey Community Connections as a Peer Support Worker.
Our East Surrey Community Connections service seeks to support adults (16+) with their mental health and emotional wellbeing to connect or re-connect to their community through one-to-one support, wellbeing courses, peer support groups and activities.
As our name suggests, both “community” and “connection” are at the heart of everything that we do. We have a deep understanding of the importance of feeling like you belong to a community and that you have a purpose and a role within that community. Our teams work closely with the people that we support, to help them to connect, or reconnect with themselves and the things and the people that are important to them.
We believe that recovery is a journey. We celebrate and build upon people’s successes, as well as supporting people in learning from their setbacks, to overcome any obstacles along the road to their recovery.
Ultimately, we believe in working with the people we support to empower them to take their next steps on their recovery journey.
That’s why we need you.
The base for this role will be Wingfield Resource Centre, Redhill, RH1 1AU, with the potential of working from home and community venues.
This is a 12-month fixed term post subject to review at the end of this term. This is a part-time role requiring the post holder to work 15 hours per week.
We are committed to increasing our diversity and welcome applications from those with Lived Experience.
This is a rolling recruitment process. Candidates will be interviewed as and when they are shortlisted.
On 1st June 2024, Richmond Fellowship, part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence merged with Humankind to form a single organisation that provides the joined-up mental health, housing and drug and alcohol support we’ve all known has been needed for decades. In October 2024, Humankind was renamed Waythrough to reflect the new organisation.
Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value.
Fundraising Executive
We are seeking an experienced Fundraising Executive to work with a charity that supports individuals who have a life limiting condition, helping to generate vital income through trust, grant, corporate, and event fundraising.
Position: Fundraising Executive
Salary: £37,500 per annum (pro rata, depending on experience)
Location: Hybrid (Travel across North West Leicestershire required)
Hours: 30 hours per week (4 days)
Closing Date: 15th November 2024
About the Role:
As the Fundraising Executive, you will be responsible for generating both restricted and unrestricted income to meet the charity’s annual funding targets. Working closely with the wider team, including volunteers, you will develop an annual fundraising plan and lead efforts to secure funding from trusts, foundations, and corporate partners. Your role will also include developing and managing a Corporate Champions scheme, working with local businesses to secure regular financial support. Reporting on the progress of applications and managing relationships with funders are also key aspects of this role, as well as being responsible for one part-time fundraiser.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Lead on fundraising through trusts, grants, and corporate partnerships
- Develop and implement an annual fundraising plan
- Manage the Corporate Champions scheme to secure ongoing corporate support
- Submit tailored grant applications and ensure compliance with funder requirements
- Provide regular progress reports and maintain a database of funders
- Work closely with volunteers and attend key meetings to support fundraising activities
About You:
As Fundraising Executive you will be a proactive and experienced fundraiser with a proven track record of securing income through trusts, grants, and corporate partnerships. You will need to have strong organisational skills, excellent written communication, and the ability to build and maintain relationships with donors. Experience in corporate fundraising is essential, and you will need to be confident in developing new strategies to engage local companies. You will be comfortable working in a flexible, hybrid environment and occasionally outside standard working hours to attend key events.
Key Skills & Experience:
- Proven experience in trust and grant fundraising
- Strong knowledge of corporate partnerships and event fundraising
- Ability to manage relationships with funders and corporate partners
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
About the Organisation:
You will be working with a charity based in North West Leicestershire, dedicated to supporting the local community through various initiatives. Their mission is to bring hope and provide essential support to those in need. By joining the team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the charity has the resources to continue making a positive impact on people’s lives.
Other Roles You May Have Experience Of Could Include: Fundraising Manager, Corporate Partnerships Executive, Trusts and Foundations Officer, Development Manager, Grants and Trusts Manager, etc.
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Sevenoaks School Foundation is currently seeking to appoint a Head of Advancement Services (Full-time, all year round).
We are looking for someone with experience working across large, complex organisations and delivering projects through developing strong relationships with senior leadership and someone who has strong experience in managing a relational database. The successful candidate will have excellent knowledge of the compliance and regulatory requirements of a fundraising office and have excellent IT, systems and organisational skills to manage a complex operations function.
Please see Job Description for full details about the role.
Please Note
For applicants applying from other job boards, please ensure you get diverted to the website that contains our application form.
For applicants applying directly on the support staff vacancy page of the Sevenoaks School website, please click on ‘Read more’ alongside the role you are applying for and then click on ‘Apply Now’ (Blue button) on the next page that appears and follow the instructions.
To be considered, you will need to complete the full application form and also attach an updated CV.
The closing date for applications is 18/11/2024 at 9:00am and first stage interviews will take place on 27/11/2024. The School retains the right to interview suitable applicants and appoint before the deadline.
At Sevenoaks School our mission is to ensure that students secure their full potential. We prepare young people for life in a modern, global society and seek to provide every student with excellent role models. Having a diverse staff enhances our school community and we warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Sevenoaks School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and therefore, the offer of employment is subject to the satisfactory completion of a number of background checks including but not limited to an enhanced DBS check with Children’s Barred list check, the taking up and verification of references and the verification of career history and fitness to undertake the role, as well as an online check. Registered Charity No. 1101358.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Campaigns & Partnership Manager Location: St Albans & District Foodbank
Salary: £40,000 FTE (£32,000 Pro Rata)
Hours: 30 hours per week, with occasional Saturdays (10am-12pm)
Flexible Working | Reports to: CEO
About Us
St Albans & District Foodbank (SADFB) is a dedicated charity and part of the Trussell Trust Foodbank Network. We are committed to relieving poverty in the local area and supporting people through challenging times. With the help of 130+ active volunteers, we provide vital food and support to those in need. Now, we are seeking a passionate and dynamic Campaigns & Partnership Manager to help lead local efforts and build partnerships that will make a lasting impact.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about social justice, community engagement, and driving change. As our Campaigns & Partnership Manager, you will work closely with our CEO and volunteer teams to lead local campaigns that highlight the root causes of food poverty. You’ll also help raise awareness, build community partnerships, and support our work in reducing food insecurity.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead local campaigning efforts, building a movement to end the need for food banks in our community.
- Manage a team of volunteers to support campaigns and partnership-building activities.
- Engage with local businesses, schools, charities, and churches to foster long-term partnerships and increase food and financial donations.
- Use social media and other platforms to raise awareness of our work and promote volunteer opportunities.
- Conduct research and data analysis to support campaign strategies and inform the CEO’s decision-making.
- Represent SADFB at local forums, bringing the voices of those facing food poverty to the forefront.
- Identify opportunities for new community engagement and partnerships, and nurture these relationships.
About You
The ideal candidate will have experience in community campaigning, volunteer management, and partnership-building. You’ll be a confident communicator with the ability to bring people together, manage projects, and inspire others to join the cause. Experience in research and data analysis, as well as strong project management skills, will also be important.
Person Specification
- Experience in leading campaigns or community organising.
- Strong volunteer management and community outreach experience.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Passionate about tackling food poverty and supporting vulnerable communities.
- Ability to work with data, research findings, and use them to shape stories and strategies.
Why Join Us?
At SADFB, we offer flexible working and the chance to make a real difference in your local community. You’ll be part of a dedicated, compassionate team committed to creating long-term solutions for food poverty. If you’re looking for a meaningful role with impact, this could be the job for you.
Apply by submitting your CV and cover letter detailing how you meet the person specification.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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
A fantastic opportunity to lead the development and delivery of our Service Pledge programme, working with healthcare professionals and patients to improve experience of care in breast cancer services. You’ll manage a small team based across the UK as well as working closely with colleagues in services and policy to ensure people with breast cancer receive the best possible standards of care across the UK.
About you
As a strong project manager, you’ll be experienced in patient involvement and service improvement with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills. You’ll be confident managing a team working in a hybrid environment, supporting them to deliver long-term projects within agreed timelines and budget.
Job description and benefits
Please download the job description and our attractive benefits package.
Primary location of role and hybrid working
This role has a flexible location, with the successful candidate being primarily based in one of our 4 offices (Cardiff, Glasgow, London or Sheffield). 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 the Breast Cancer Now Recruitment Team.
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 Wednesday 6 November 2024
Interview date: Wednesday 13 and Thursday 14 Novemserber 2024 (interviews will take place virtually via MS Teams)
For nearly 25 years, Ashden has partnered with enterprises and organisations in the UK and Global South to scale solutions to the climate crisis. We help bring clean energy to farms, villages, and refugee camps, while also driving greener schools, warmer homes, and climate action in UK towns and cities. By shining a spotlight on innovators and connecting them with partners, funders and policymakers, we inspire change, support green jobs, and work toward healthier, fairer societies.
Ashden is a well-regarded and well-connected organisation with a strong track record of building meaningful relationships with high-net-worth individuals across philanthropy, finance and business. However we must aim higher to tackle the climate emergency. To accelerate our efforts, we're recruiting a new leader for Major Donor fundraising to help reinvigorate and scale our fundraising success in this area.
This pivotal role will lead our Changemakers campaign, securing mission-aligned donations of five figures and more from high net worth individuals. You will also collaborate with the Director of Business Development to secure six- and seven-figure gifts to drive transformational solutions to the climate crisis.
We’re seeking an experienced fundraiser with a track record of securing major gifts and building strong relationships with high-net-worth individuals. While climate or environmental exposure is not essential, alignment with Ashden's values and passion for driving systems change is crucial. You’ll be supported by a collaborative team, including senior leadership and the Chair of Trustees, and will have key strategic and operational input into the success of our fundraising, the growth of the team, and the broader impact of our charity.
To read more about the role and organisation, please download the full appointment brief below.
Closing Date: 31 October 2024
People Beyond Profit Conversations: 1-6 November 2024
Ashden Interviews: 13 November (online) and W/c 18 November (in person).
Worldwide Veterinary Service is searching for a dedicated and enthusiastic person to lead on spearheading the Young Vets Club membership programme, an animal welfare club aimed at children aged 6 -12.
This exciting role will involve leading on the promotion and expansion of the programme, including developing longer-term strategies to grow the membership and working with others within the team to create content for the next generation of animal lovers and veterinarians.
This role offers a great opportunity for the right candidate and will include an interesting and diverse workload. There is some flexibility for working at home, but the role will require a minimum of 2 days a week at one of the WVS offices, either near Tregony, Cornwall or Cranborne, Dorset.
Other organisations may call this role Membership Manager or Engagement Manager.
About Us
At Worldwide Veterinary Service (WVS) we champion animal welfare around the world. We send vets where they are needed most, provide expert veterinary training in hard-to-reach places, and ship urgent aid supplies worldwide, every day of the year.
We deploy teams of vets and vet nurses, send equipment and supplies to help struggling organisations on the front line of animal welfare, and train vets at our international training centres in India, Thailand, Malawi and the Galápagos Islands. We also work on strategic one health projects such as rabies elimination campaigns with Governments and NGOs all over the world.
Last year, WVS treated over 70,000 animals, trained over 3,000 vets, deployed teams of vets all over the world, and sent over 800 parcels of veterinary supplies to 206 charities in 66 countries.
Young Vets Club is an important part of the future plans of WVS and is designed to inspire future generations of animal lovers and veterinarians, through engaging educational content.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
- Grow the Young Vets Club membership programme in line with ambitious income targets.
- Create engaging and informative content for the target audience.
- Manage the Young Vets Club Officer, and work with internal and external partners to grow the programme.
- Collaborate with the wider team to develop a plan to promote the programme and recruit new members – engaging schools, libraries, youth groups and community events.
- Work with the Tech and Education Team to develop an online version of membership.
- Explore relationships to develop rewarding and engaging experiences for our members in real life with other youth networks, providers of summer camps and out of school activity clubs.
- Track project metrics and provide regular updates.
- Assist the wider team with other tasks as needed.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Background in marketing, membership programmes, project management, or a related field.
- Experience in programmes for young people and children.
- Excellent copy writing and communication skills.
- A passion for animal welfare.
- A strong team player.
- A full UK drivers’ licence and own vehicle.
- Excellent attention to detail and pride in delivering high-quality work.
- Proficient in Microsoft packages - Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- The ability and willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends occasionally when the charity requires.
- The right to work in the UK.
Desired Skills & Experience
- Experience in educational events, out of school clubs or summer camps.
- Experience in animal welfare education.
- Experience in the use of CRM systems such as Donorfy
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Title: Technical Security Manager
Reporting to: Director of IT and Security
Contract: Six-month fixed term contract
Hours: Full-time
Salary: £60 - £65k FTE depending on experience
Base: Hybrid, home and minimum two days per week in London office
Job purpose: To operate our information security management system and maintain Mental Health Innovations’ ISO 27001 certification
Closing Date: 8th November 2024, 5pm
Key Responsibilities
- Building and maintaining excellent relationships with team leads across the organisation to raise awareness of security and work through issues
- Deputising for the Director in security matters as required
- Operation of the ISMS and Data Protection processes
- Managing risk register, preparing for management review meetings
- Developing/maintaining controls and ensuring they are implemented across the organisation
- Refining our security KPIs and maintaining them
- Proposing actions from KPIs, events and incidents and coordinating resultant work
- Working with the Director to track threats and vulnerabilities, evaluate risk levels and progress treatment plans
- Ensuring secure endpoint and cloud posture
- Working with the team to plan consultancy days; e.g. work items requiring deep knowledge of a specific security domain or a technical specialist
- Monitoring our processes and suggesting improvements Proposing and progressing other continuous improvement work
- Feeding into training and awareness programmes and improving security culture
- Preparing for audits and carrying out remediation work
- Working with the Director to create, maintain and manage policies and ensure compliance
- Planning and participating in incident response exercises
- Managing major incidents and conducting post mortems/reviews
Person Specification
Essential
- Experience of risk management
- Working knowledge of security standards and frameworks, particularly ISO 27001
- Knowledge (and preferably experience) of GDPR and DPA 2018
- Experience of incident management
- Excellent knowledge of high level security concepts and best practice
- Excellent documentation skills, including policies and standards
- Knowledge of the following areas (deeper experience of one or more preferred):
- Endpoint security
- Network security
- Cloud security
- Application security
- Identity and access management
- Secure distributed working practices
- Excellent written and verbal communicator
- Ability and desire to learn new tools, skills and consider other perspectives
- Growth mindset. Comfortable performing a wide range of activities, including stretching to new skill/experience areas
- Ability to manage own time, confirm priorities and expectations
- Independent worker who knows when to ask questions
- Comfortable working with the wider team and organisation
- Comfortable dealing with ambiguous situations and objectives
Desirable
- Professional qualifications, such CompTIA+, CISSP, CCSP, ISO 27001 Auditor
Exposure to ITIL (ITIL Foundation or higher preferred) - Experience in one or more of the following:
- Cloud (AWS preferred)
- Salesforce
- SSO & federated identities
- Network security, SASE & VPNs
- Endpoint security
- Infrastructure security and best practices
- Working knowledge of encryption technologies
- Password management and access control
- Security training and awareness
- Secure distributed working practices
- Securing domains
- Detection and response, with excellent troubleshooting skills
- Working knowledge of one or more of these tools/products:
- Salesforce
- JIRA & Confluence
- Mac/iOS & ChromeOS
- Windows/Office365
- Google Workspace
- Creative thinker, but understands the importance of seeing a piece of work through to the end and on time
- Decisive, proactive, knows when to check the boundaries
We will be interviewing on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close the job advert early if we receive a high number of applicants.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Prison Facilitator - HMP Exeter
Location: HMP Exeter
Department: Prison delivery
Salary: £16,550 (£27,584 FTE)
Hours: 21 hours (3 days a week)
Job Type: Part time
Contract Type Fixed: Term Contract
Do you want to join an organisation committed to addressing low literacy levels amongst people in prison?
Shannon Trust are delighted to be working with His Majesty’s Prison & Probation Service (HMPPS) to provide peer-led learning programmes at HMP Exeter. Working closely with the prison and their staff, people in prison, Shannon Trust volunteers and mentors, this post will lead the delivery and development of our prison based reading and numeracy programme, maximising opportunities for people in prison to learn to read.
Ideally you will have some experience of prison settings underpinned by the ability to build relationships and personal qualities that include resilience, determination and a problem-solving approach.
This role is a fixed term role until March 2025 with the opportunity to be made permanent subject to contract renewal.
The role will be prison-based. Employee benefits include a company contribution to pension scheme of up to 5%, 30 days holiday plus bank holidays, life insurance, paid volunteering days, discounts via Reward Gateway and an Employee Assistance Programme. The biggest benefit though is our culture – our people really want to work for the organisation.
We welcome job applications from people with lived experience of the criminal justice system and do not routinely ask for details of any criminal convictions. These roles do require prison security clearance, so we will need to ask for details of any relevant criminal convictions before an offer of employment is finalised.
Interviews are planned for week commencing 4th November 2024.
Benefits: Standard Shannon Trust: Employee benefits include a company contribution to pension scheme of up to 5%, 30 days holiday plus bank holidays, life insurance, paid volunteering days, discounts via Reward Gateway and an Employee Assistance Programme
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Centre Administrator
£28,000 p/a + cost-of-living increase (pending), full-time 35 hours per week, plus excellent benefits and opportunities for progression
Did you know that there may be over 20,000 Sutton residents who care, unpaid, for a family member or friend who is sick or disabled due to a physical, mental health or substance misuse issue? Sutton Carers Centre works in partnership to help improve and maintain the quality of life for these Young and Adult Carers living, working, studying or caring in the London Borough of Sutton.
We are looking to recruit to a key and rewarding role in our charity. The members of our team are highly skilled, passionate and committed, so we are looking for an experienced administrator who can support them. The successful candidate will be skilled in office administrative functions, to ensure the delivery of an efficient, friendly and smooth-running Centre as well as office co-ordination and support services. The post-holder will have experience of developing, maintaining and improving systems in an office environment. The post-holder will also oversee reception functions, including the support of the administration and reception volunteers.
You also will have excellent IT, literacy and numeracy skills and be able to express yourself well in person and in writing. The successful candidate will be positive, empathic, creative and boundaried in their ability to work alongside Carers as well as our colleagues and partners, in helping Carers maintain their own health and wellbeing alongside their caring roles.
Sutton Carers Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS and other appropriate checks.
We value the diversity of our teams and are looking for talented people from all backgrounds to join us. We particularly encourage people who are black, from other minoritised ethnic or refugee groups, or from LGBTQ+ communities to apply. Men are currently under-represented in our team as well. We also seek applicants with personal caring experience as well as welcoming applications from people with lived experience of mental health issues.
Fundraising Lead
We’re looking for an experienced Fundraising Lead to join an important charity that exists to help Surrey’s unpaid carers, aged 5-95 to help people feel more in control of their lives and less alone.
Position: Fundraising Lead
Location: Burpham, Surrey
Hours: Part-time, 30 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £25,875 for 30 hours per week, full-time equivalent salary is £31,051
Closing date: 11th November 2024
About the role:
The Fundraising Lead will be responsible for building and maintaining corporate partnerships that increase income and diversify funding. The post holder’s primary focus will be community organisations, businesses and other bodies.
You will support the organisation to deliver services and support for unpaid carers. You will be engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, and drive fundraising efforts, community engagement, gifts-in-kind, volunteer engagement and awareness raising.
Key areas of responsibility include:
- Develop a partnership engagement strategy that raises the profile of the organisation.
- Identify, cultivate, and maintain relationships with community and corporate partners that support fundraising, gifts-in-kind and volunteer engagement.
- Act as the primary point of contact for community and corporate partners.
- Explore and promote opportunities for sponsorship, donations and corporate giving.
- Support fundraising events and activities undertaken by community and corporate partners, groups and individuals.
- Support the finance manager in developing and writing bids and grant applications for projects.
- Organise community outreach events, workshops, and information sessions to build relationships and encourage support.
- Represent the charity at networking events, conferences, and community forums to develop partnerships and promote the organisation.
About you:
This new position, reporting to the Marketing Manager, requires a dynamic self-starter with excellent communication and networking skills, capable of developing relationships.
Key skills required for this role:
- Experience working in community engagement, business development, or similar roles.
- Experience in identifying, supporting and growing relationships with corporate partners and/or community groups
- Experience organising events and engagement activities.
- Knowledge of developing stakeholder engagement plans/strategies (preferably in the not-for-profit or charitable sectors).
- Confident in delivering engaging presentations and activities to diverse groups of stakeholders.
- An innovative approach to engaging partners and stakeholders with a willingness to try new initiatives.
- An ability to work independently and manage own time, priorities and workload.
About the organisation:
The employer has a vision ‘that every unpaid carer in Surrey is heard, valued and supported.’ We are a committed, local charity determined to make a difference to young and adult carers across Surrey.
Our values are Focus, Inclusion, Respect and Excellence. By keeping to our values, we can provide an innovative, high quality and compassionate service to carers in every community in Surrey, making a real difference to their wellbeing.
We offer our staff a friendly, supportive, flexible workplace and are committed to welcoming applicants from a wide range of backgrounds as well as supporting staff who have their own caring responsibilities. To this end, we offer staff a week's paid carers leave. We also provide a generous holiday entitlement, starting at 28 days plus bank holidays, an employee assistance programme, a pension and opportunities for development and training.
You may also have experience in areas such as: Head of Corporate Fundraising, Corporate Partnerships, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Corporate Partnerships Officer, Corporate Partnerships Fundraising, Fundraising, Fundraising Manager, Fundraisers, Major Donor, Philanthropy, Income Generation Manager, Income Generation, Sales Executive, Sales
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King Edward’s School, Bath, is seeking applications for its newly created Commercial Manager role. The Commercial Manager will be responsible for the development and implementation of an ambitious strategy to generate income from a range of commercial offerings.
We have a vision that the School’s estates are being utilised at all points of the year in a way which is respectful and complementary to the School’s needs and where the income generated contributes directly and materially to the School’s overall purpose - that through an outstanding all-round education, King Edward’s pupils acquire the tools and the confidence to flourish and be happy today and to be ready for whatever the future may hold.
The funds raised from the School’s commercial offerings will also directly contribute to our Bursary commitment to support children whose families are not able to meet the school fees. As we approach our 475th Anniversary we have an ambition to expand our Bursary Fund so that any child offered a place at the Senior School can attend regardless of their family’s financial circumstances.
The successful candidate will have a proven track record of developing and implementing an ambitious commercial strategy, operating at a senior level within an organisation and with experience of engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, including senior staff, governors, parents and external charities and businesses.
We recognise that this experience may be from sectors other than the education sector and would be delighted to receive applications from individuals which demonstrate the transferable nature of their skills and experiences to the education sector in general, and to King Edward’s School specifically
This position is a permanent full-time role, working 37 hours per week Monday to Friday, all year round. We would consider part-time applicants wishing to work 0.8 FTE or above. This position would be further enhanced by the School’s generous staff benefits package which includes school fee remission.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Fundraising Consultant
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Fundraising Consultant to join an exciting charity that aims to be the natural choice for emotional, befriending and advocacy support to cancer patients.
Position: Fundraising Consultant
Location: Milton Keynes
Hours: Part-time, 10 hours per week
Salary: £15 per hour
Closing Date: 1st November 2024
Please note – the organisation will be interviewing candidates as they apply, so early applications are recommended.
About the Role
We are a dedicated cancer support charity, providing essential emotional and practical support to cancer patients and their families. We aim to improve lives, bring hope, and make a lasting difference. We are seeking a passionate and results-driven Fundraising Specialist to help us grow our impact by securing critical funding to support our programs and services.
Key responsibilities of the Fundraising Consultant include:
- Develop and execute comprehensive etc, to achieve ‘monthly, half-yearly and annual goals’.
- Collaborate with the CEO to create and deliver engaging social media content
- Cultivate relationships with donors, Trustees, sponsors, and corporate partners.
- Organize and manage fundraising campaigns, events, and donor stewardship initiatives.
- Collaborate with the CEO to create engaging content that drives donations.
- Manage fundraising progress with detailed reports.
About You
We are looking for an experienced fundraiser who has a positive ‘can do’ attitude, work on their own and in a team. They must be extremely organised and self-motivated and care deeply for the cause.
To succeed in the role of Fundraising Consultant your key skills will include:
- Ideally a proven track record in fundraising, with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
- Creative ability to implement/assist social media content to support fundraising activities
- Strong knowledge of fundraising techniques, donor relations, and event management.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; confident in building relationships with donors, businesses, and stakeholders.
- Creative thinking with the ability to develop new fundraising ideas and campaigns.
- Self-motivated and capable of managing multiple projects with strong attention to detail.
- Passionate about supporting cancer patients and making a meaningful impact.
About the Organisation
The employer is an independent charity that provides emotional and practical support to cancer patients. It was named after one of its patients Alan Dumbell. He felt that although he had a loving family supporting him, he still felt lonely and lost at times and to have someone to talk to who understood what it is like to have cancer or support someone through cancer would have meant the world to him at this time.
Their wonderful volunteers can support patients by sitting with them at appointments or on the ward, providing support to the patients and their families by referring them to relevant services and providing telephone support at home and they can also be there at the end of life. They aim to be your 'pal' and be that person who can eradicate stress from the patient and their family.
You may have experience in areas such as Head of Corporate Fundraising, Corporate Partnerships, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Corporate Partnerships Officer, Corporate Partnerships Fundraising, Fundraising, Fundraising Manager, Fundraisers, Major Donor, Philanthropy, Income Generation Manager, Income Generation, Sales Executive, Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, Business Development, Account Manager.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Fundraising Development Manager
We are seeking a Fundraising Manager to lead innovative income-generating strategies within a charity that is committed to making life better for people and communities facing challenges in Shropshire.
Position: Fundraising Development Manager
Salary: £37,336 per annum, pro-rata
Location: Shrewsbury (Hybrid working available)
Hours: Part-time, 32.25 hours per week
Closing Date: Wednesday 20th November 2024
About the Role:
As the Fundraising Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in securing diverse income streams to support the charity’s work. You’ll lead efforts to develop partnerships, secure grants, and innovate new fundraising initiatives. With a focus on both corporate and community engagement, you’ll help ensure the charity’s long-term sustainability. Working closely with the CEO and managing a small team, you’ll oversee strategic campaigns and bid submissions, while ensuring effective stewardship of relationships with key funders and partners.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop strategies to secure corporate partnerships, grants, and tenders
- Lead innovative income-generating initiatives, including social enterprise and community fundraising
- Oversee the creation of compelling funding bids and business cases
- Manage a diverse portfolio of income streams to support long-term financial stability
- Collaborate with the marketing team to align campaigns with fundraising goals
- Monitor income targets and report on performance to senior leadership
About You:
To be successful in this role you will need to be an experienced fundraiser with a proven track record in generating significant income through partnerships, grants, and other innovative fundraising strategies. You will bring strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage a small team and collaborate across departments. Comfortable in a fast-paced environment, with excellent analytical skills to assess opportunities and maximise ROI.
Key Skills & Experience:
- Extensive experience in corporate fundraising, grants, and trusts
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication for bid writing and relationship management
- Knowledge of UK fundraising regulations and best practices
- Experience in managing marketing and fundraising budgets
Due to the nature of this role you will need a full UK driving licence, access to a car and ability to travel across Shropshire for meetings and events.
About the Organisation:
This role is working with a Shropshire-based charity dedicated to supporting those with barriers to success, whether they are underserved individuals or underrepresented communities. Their work aims to promote inclusion and opportunity across the region. You will be part of a close-knit team committed to making a tangible impact, and this role is key to ensuring the charity continues to grow and expand their reach.
Other Roles You May Have Experience Of Could Include: Fundraising Manager, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Head of Development, Grants Manager, Business Development Manager, etc.