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Role Description

The Funding and Insights Officer supports the Head of Funding and Partnerships (HFP) in delivering HACT’s fundraising and income generation objectives in line with the organisation’s business strategy. This role focuses on identifying new business and funding opportunities, conducting market, sector and competitor research, and generating actionable insights to support HACT’s marketing, customer engagement, and income generation strategies.

The postholder will play a key role in shaping HACT’s understanding of the external environment, including trends in housing, social impact, and innovation. Reporting to the HFP, they will contribute to fundraising applications to trusts, foundations, and corporates, support the services team in developing compelling and proposals for HACT’s research and consultancy work, and carry out desk-based market research to inform the activities of the marketing and customer teams.

The role requires excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while prioritising effectively to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Conduct market, sector and competitor research to identify trends, opportunities, and risks relevant to HACT’s programmes and services
• Produce intelligence reports and briefings to inform marketing campaigns, customer outreach, and strategic planning
• Identify and assess potential funders, partners, and clients aligned with HACT’s mission and services
• Support the HFP in preparing proposals, funding applications, and sponsorship pitches
• Support the HFP to produce compelling performance and evaluation reports for funders and other donors
• Maintain and update a bank of proposal templates and sector insights
• Support the services team in the development of professionally written proposals
• Collaborate with marketing and customer teams to target organisations and contacts for campaigns
• Use CRM systems to track business development activities, monitor proposal and funding application progress, and report key metrics
• Maintain accurate records of engagement, income, and pipeline development

Required skills

Essential skills and experience

• Experience securing new funding opportunities or partnerships (commercial or charitable)
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to produce persuasive content
• Proficient in using research tools and databases (e.g. Charity Commission, Companies House)
• Ability to synthesise complex information into actionable insights
• Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills across teams
• Excellent time management and prioritisation

Desirable skills and experience

• Experience of measuring and reporting on project impacts
• Familiarity with CRM systems and data tracking
• Understanding of marketing and customer engagement strategies
• Knowledge of the UK social housing sector either professionally or through lived experience

Job accountabilities

• Support the HFP in delivering strategic growth and income targets
• Maintain a pipeline of opportunities and sector intelligence
• Collaborate across teams to ensure alignment of business development activities
• Produce high-quality proposals and insights that support HACT’s professional services, customer and marketing teams
• Actively model HACT’s values and behaviours by consistently demonstrating collaborative, supportive and respectful working with internal and external stakeholders and contribute to an inclusive and respectful culture

Employees are also expected to be flexible in undertaking the duties and responsibilities attached to their post and may be asked to perform other duties that are consistent with the grade, responsibilities, and typical scope of the role. Any additional tasks should remain appropriate to the nature of the post and not extend into unrelated functions or specialisms.

All employees are expected to work in accordance with the organisation’s values and behavioural standards, which include being supportive, transparent, respectful, kind, honest, and collaborative. This means fostering a culture of empathy, openness, integrity, and teamwork in all interactions, and contributing positively to the organisation’s mission and strategic objectives.

This position is currently based remotely with the occasional day in the London office and travel to UK based events as required.

About HACT

Innovation. Collaboration. Insights.

It’s what we’ve always done.

As the charity of the social housing sector, these are the core values that have driven the transformation and development of housing providers for over 60 years.

We believe the provision of housing is about more than just bricks and mortar – it’s about enhancing peoples’ lives.

By partnering with organisations across the housing sector, we drive value for residents and communities through insight-led products and services which encourage innovation and foster collaboration.

To apply for this role, please share your CV with a one-page cover letter setting out why this role appeals to you and how your skillls and experience meet the key skills points in the job description.

Interviews expected to take place the week commencing the 8th December.

Windmill Hill City Farm is an established community hub in central Bristol supporting local people to live active, healthy and fulfilling lives. The farm has over 200,000 visits each year, a life-changing health and social care volunteering programme, a well-respected outdoor learning programme as well as an award-winning café and bustling day-care nursery.

A new opportunity has become available for an experienced Individual Giving Officer to join the Fundraising team in our Central Services department. The role is responsible for shaping and leading the individual giving fundraising programme, raising vital income to continue the charity’s education, health and social care work, develop the site and keep the farm gates open for the community.

You’ll be responsible for using your fundraising experience to develop the individual giving strategy, delivering inspiring, data-driven campaigns and working towards financial targets. As a highly motivated person, you’ll thrive having the independence to design your own programme of work, experimenting with innovative fundraising techniques and increasing the charity’s income from individual giving to really make a difference to the lives of local people.

ReachOut is a national youth development charity and a strategic partner for schools. Through collective mentoring and engaging activities, we build socio-emotional skills that transform outcomes for young people constrained by circumstance.

Our Youth Development Leads are the heart of our programme delivery and facilitate high quality & impactful sessions for our young people. Reporting to the Programmes & Impact Manager, you’ll work with autonomy to manage your school partners, develop your team of volunteer mentors and collaborate across our ambitious delivery team with a focus on evidence based continuous improvement.

We are recruiting for two Youth Development Lead positions across Manchester and London

Contract: Permanent with a probationary period of 6 months

Salary: £25,000 – £27,500 pro rata

Location, Hours and Annual Leave: 

London

• We’re recruiting for one full time position in London
• Hybrid working with in-school project delivery around region on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
• 37.5 hours a week with a mixed working pattern. School term time approximately 3 days 9:00-17:30 and 2 days 11:00-19:30, and School holidays 9:00-17:30
• 29 days per year annual leave – maximum of 5 days to be taken in school term time

Manchester

• We’re recruiting for one part time (0.8 FTE) position in Manchester
• Hybrid working with in-school project delivery around region on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
• 30 hours a week Tuesday – Friday with a mixed working pattern. School term time approximately 2 days 9:00-17:30 and 2 days 11:00-19:30, and School holidays 9:00-17:30
• 23 days per year annual leave – maximum of 4 days to be taken in school term time

Application deadline:

• Manchester Applicants: 9am Monday 1st December 
• London Applicants: 9am Friday 5th December

For the full job description, person specification and background information, please download our information pack.

This is an exciting brand-new position within our growing Public Fundraising team supporting on our Individual Giving, Community Fundraising and Sports & Challenges programme. NB. We do not expect you to have experience in all three areas (Individual Giving, Community Fundraising and Sports & Challenges).

This role will contribute to the delivery of our Public Fundraising activity, helping to maximise income and create a great supporter experience for both new and existing supporters.

You’ll project manage fundraising activities and supporter journeys from start to finish, delivering them on time and in line with annual plans and budget. You will analyse and evaluate activity so that we can inform future plans and support the annual planning of the team’s activity.

You’ll have strong relationship-building skills and the ability to communicate effectively with our supporters across a range of channels, including mail, e-mail, telephone and face-to-face. You will also be able to work collaboratively with the Communications, Corporate, and Digital Engagement teams on a variety of projects.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to progress in their fundraising career or wanting to bring their experience and transferable skills into the charity sector.

Please apply directly via CharityJob including an up-to-date CV and a personalised cover letter (of no more than two A4 pages) detailing your suitability for the role as per the job description and person specification.

Outline of the role

Supporting the planning and delivery of IAPB’s events as a key member of the IAPB Campaigns, Communications and Events team. Assisting with planning, logistics and administration of events at IAPB that enhance knowledge of eye health and convening of our members and stakeholders. Working with the Global Events Manager (UK-based) to plan and deliver high-quality events across the organisation, including the annual large-scale global event. 

IAPB is happy to consider applications from those interested in working full time (37.5 hours per week) or those wishing to work 4 days a week. 

Scope and accountability

The post holders role will support the implementation of our expanding events portfolio:

• Supporting the planning, delivery and evaluation of our online and in-person events in the UK and globally. This includes supporting with scheduling, liaising with members, key-stakeholders and suppliers, and managing the event administration to ensure the smooth running of the events.
• Manage the global events calendar to ensure IAPB events are advertised effectively and to the right audiences. Work with the communications team to ensure events are marketed effectively across our membership via the appropriate communication and social media platforms.
• Ensure the event attendee experience and event accessibility is continually improving and adapting with sector trends.
• Manage the events email inbox, ensuring timely responses and redirecting queries to relevant team members.
• Assist with event programme planning and administration for the annual global event.
• Speaker liaison management, working with the team to manage speakers for events, ensuring they are briefed, have supplied relevant information and working to build a database of speakers.
• Responsible for managing the data collection across events to understand the event's reach and continuously improve event processes and planning.
• Keep up with new trends and developments in events to better leverage them to help meet IAPBs goals and objectives.

The International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) is the overarching alliance for the global eye health sector dedicated to eliminating the global vision crisis. A global network spread across 100+ countries, of the most brilliant and committed non-profits, philanthropists, public and private organisations.

We are seeking someone to be a part of our journey and help us achieve our goals. We are a small charity with a supportive can-do attitude. We are informal but professional and work flexibly. This role offers a real opportunity for someone to contribute our development and progress towards our goals.

For further details of the role, the person specification, more about IAPB and the benefits we offer, please see the attached job description which will be visible when you press Apply. 

Do you have excellent interpersonal skill, are well organised and able to manage a busy workload?

We are looking for a team player with iniative to join our Fundraising team.

Duties include:

Delivering a portfolio of creative and inspiring initiatives that place the supporter at the heart of every interaction.

Maximise retention and long-term value of the supporter base through effective stewardship and data-driven engagement.

Support delivery of Individual Giving KPIs and income targets in line with strategic objectives.

Monitor and report on income and expenditure across campaigns, ensuring alignment with agreed budgets.

Develop and implement innovative methods for acquiring new supporters and reactivating lapsed donors.

Lead on integrated campaign planning, including direct mail, and communication.

Design and deliver outstanding stewardship plans, including personalised communications and impact updates.

Develop effective welcome and thanking programs to enhance supporter experience

Represent Individual Giving at events and external initiatives such as Hospice Care Week and Dying Matters Week.

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ALDER HEY CHILDRENS CHARITY

Job Title: Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser

Reporting To: Corporate Partnerships Manager

Salary: £30,218 - £37,540

Hours: 37.5 hours* (Flexible Working)

Duration: Permanent

Location: Alder Hey, Liverpool (Hybrid)

About us

Alder Hey Children’s Charity raises vital funds to help make Alder Hey Children’s Hospital a truly world-class, patient-friendly hospital for the 450,000 patients and families we care for every year.

The charity helps to fund a range of activities and projects that are designed to enhance and improve the lives of our amazing young patients. This includes the funding of specialist medical equipment to ensure our brilliant surgeons and clinical staff have the most up to date and cutting edge technology available and funding hi-tech distraction equipment designed and proven to reduce pain and anxiety in our patients. We also fund a range of programmes and special projects such as our ward musicians, our on-site magician and the play specialists we have on every ward.

About the role:

This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy Corporate Partnerships Team. Reporting into the Corporate Partnerships Manger, the post holder will work with the Corporate Partnerships Team to deliver the corporate fundraising strategy.

The post holder will be responsible for managing a portfolio of corporate partnerships, stewarding supporters, organising and managing corporate events as well as supporting with content for corporate partner communications.

Key Responsibilities will include:

To assist the Corporate Partnerships Team in delivering against their financial and non-financial targets as specified within the corporate fundraising strategy.

Income generation.

• Management of your own portfolio of corporate accounts which includes providing outstanding donor stewardship to maximise supporter experience, engagement and funds raised. 
• To work together as a team to grow corporate fundraising income through current partnerships and new business approaches, as agreed with the Head of Corporate Partnerships. 
• Utilise the CRM database to maintain accurate records for data segmentation and for income and other KPI reporting purposes. 
• Create funding reports for external partners when required. 
• Support and attend third-party corporate events as well as wider charity events. 
• Keep up to date with fundraising trends.

Communication and stewardship

• Work with the Corporate Fundraising Manager and Marketing Team to develop a communication plan for corporate accounts. 
• Interact with corporate partners on social media, as well as creating content for platforms such as LinkedIn.
• Create stewardship/development plans for corporate partners. 
• Create and deliver presentations to raise awareness of the work of the Charity.
• Deliver tours of the hospital to supporters autonomously. 

Other Duties

• Be an outstanding advocate for Alder Hey Children’s Charity in line with the core values of the organisation. 
• To act as a spokesperson for the charity when required, including representing at external events as appropriate 
• Be an active and supportive member of the Alder Hey Children’s Charity team, contributing to the team’s development and working collaboratively with colleagues and volunteers. Attend and support events run by the fundraising teams where required. 
• Gain and maintain in-depth knowledge and understanding of the charity’s work, priorities and future plans and act as a spokesperson for the Charity when required, including representing at external events as appropriate. 
• Any other reasonable duties as required by your line manager.

Our Values

Here at Alder Hey Children’s Charity, our values guide the way in which we work. By being courageous, working together, being passionate about our work, and making sure that we are creative in what we do, helps us to deliver the support necessary so that our Hospital can continue to deliver the very best care for our young patients and their families. Our values are:

Courage: we try new things and take risks to innovate and drive forward new ideas. We have the courage to speak up and take a stance. We are accountable, responsive and responsible. We are unstoppable.

Together: we work together as one team, sharing our knowledge and learning. We work in partnership with patients, families, supporters and colleagues. We are respectful, celebrate diversity and empower each other to achieve our aims.

Passion: we are passionate about what we do and why we do it. We work together to share and grow. We inspire others.

Magical: we are fun, creative and child led. We create special moments, provide little extras and go further for our brave young patients.

*In April 2025, the charity adopted a four-day working week policy, meaning staff previously working 37.5 hours a week are now working 30 hours a week to enable a four-day working week. We are confident that by embracing a more flexible and balanced approach to work, we can continue to create a thriving and fulfilling work environment while driving growth and success for our charity.

How to apply

You can apply by clicking the link below. Applications must include your CV and a covering letter which answers the following questions:

• How do you meet the person specification? If you don’t exactly meet all of the role requirements but have transferable skills, please do consider applying and provide details as part of your answer.
• Why do you want to work for Alder Hey?

Closing date: 9:30am, Monday 1st December 2025

Interview date (to be held at Alder Hey): Tuesday 9th December 2025

Note: This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this role. It is not exhaustive and may be subject to change or modification as required by the needs of Alder Hey Children's Charity.

Alder Hey Children’s Charity will make every endeavour to make any reasonable adjustments for applicants who require assistance in carrying out their duties due to a disability. Alder Hey Children’s Charity is committed to equal opportunities and positively welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Alder Hey Children’s Charity is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.

The post holder may be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure check.

Join an amazing charity that makes a difference for the 110,000 adults and children in the UK with a muscle-wasting condition. This is a role where you can really make a difference.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups including people from ethnic minority backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with lived experience of conditions we represent. We believe that diversity strengthens our work and helps us better support our beneficiaries.

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Main purpose of role

Responsible for managing and developing the charity’s social media presence to increase engagement, reach new audiences, and deliver an excellent supporter experience. You’ll lead on community management and content planning, ensuring our channels reflect our values, campaigns, and services.

You’ll work closely with the Digital Marketing Manager, wider Marketing and Communications team, and teams across the organisation to create integrated social media plans, support live event coverage, and coordinate organic content with paid and email activity. 

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About us:

Muscular Dystrophy UK is the charity bringing individuals, families and professionals together to fight muscle-wasting conditions. We bring together more than 60 rare and very rare progressive muscle-weakening and wasting conditions, affecting around 110,000 children and adults in the UK.

We recently launched our new 10 year strategy to transform the lives of people living with muscle wasting conditions. Our vision is clear, a world without limits for people with muscle wasting conditions, and we won’t stop until we achieve it.

Benefits:

We appreciate the range of skills and experience our staff have to offer. In return for your enthusiasm and commitment we commit to actively developing and supporting you. We also offer a range of benefits including pension, life assurance, discount in high street shops and gym membership, cycle scheme, health cash plan, financial wellbeing and an employee assistance programme.​

Location: Head Office, London, SE1 (with flexibility for homeworking with regular travel to Westminster)

Closing date: Thursday 27th November

Interview dates Thursday 4th and Friday 5th December

Please download the job description to see full role responsibilities

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.

Are you highly organised, proactive and motivated by results? If so, you could use your talents to help us deliver powerful, well-planned communications that build meaningful connections with our audiences.

As part of our friendly and collaborative engagement team, you’ll play a key role in keeping projects running smoothly — ensuring content is delivered on time, on brief, and with impact. You’ll take ownership of our communications planning calendar, working with a wide range of stakeholders to make sure the right messages reach the right audiences at exactly the right moment.

If you are someone who understands how different audiences think and behave, and enjoy applying smart planning to achieve meaningful results, we’d love to hear from you.

As part of our application process, we will invite those selected for interview to complete a short task related to the role.

In return we provide a great working culture and offer flexible working options, 26 days annual leave, rising to 27 after one year’s service, the ability to buy or sell annual leave, supportive family policies, and 6% pension contribution.

Macular Society is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applicants where:

• The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application

• The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability in the covering letter/application email

• Where the minimum (essential) criteria have been met, we will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role.

We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and welcome applications from all parts of the community, in particular people with lived experience of sight loss.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable weather and climate scientist to join us at The Royal Meteorological Society (RMetS) as the Science Content and Engagement Officer.

Reporting to the Head of Publishing and Scientific Engagement, you will have responsibility for developing content which supports the Society’s member value proposition project, our partnerships, publishing and events programmes; and create engaging content for various RMetS activities and stakeholders.

You will support the delivery of the Society’s career strategy working alongside our education team; lead our ECR and Youth special interest group; deliver RMetS early career initiatives such as our career events; and support Society committees and team members in ensuring early career representation and involvement across our programmes of work.

If you have a passion for weather and climate science coupled with a relevant graduate degree or higher, this could be the perfect role for you.

What you will do in the role:

Content Development

· Collaborate on a strategic content plan for a members-only area.

· Identify content gaps and create, or coordinate with volunteers, the development of engaging pieces.

· Curate and preview existing editorial content to ensure a cohesive user experience.

Careers and ECR activity support

· Deliver youth and ECR initiatives across events, mentoring, publishing, and membership.

· Co-manage the Student Ambassador Scheme.

· Participate in ECR and Student Conference Committee.

Engagement activities across the Society’s programmes of work

· Commission journal content with Editors-in-Chief and collaborate with marketing teams to promote journal content.

· Help source speakers and attend Events Committee meetings.

· Support partnership projects, special interest group outputs, climate training, education initiatives, and other ad hoc activities.

Essential criteria you will need to demonstrate:

-       A background in weather and climate, either through:

-       A degree in a scientific field where weather and climate is the predominant subject matter; OR

-       A Master’s degree within a scientific field directly relevant to weather and climate

-       Broad knowledge across weather and climate, and evidence of involvement in activities to ensure ongoing current knowledge across diverse areas.

-       A confident and approachable communicator who proactively engages with a wide range of individuals and builds positive relationships across diverse audiences.

-       Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, professional documentation for external stakeholders.

-       A friendly and open-minded approach, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a small team.

-       Excellent organisational skills including the ability to manage time effectively, balance multiple projects with strong attention to detail.

-       Ability to think creatively, be innovative and embrace new ideas and ways of working.

Desirable skills

-      One year’s work experience post degree, or evidence of work experience/secondment.

-An understanding of how to go about developing and delivering scientific content/commissioning experience

-Experience in communicating scientific concepts and information to a different range of stakeholders (for example the wider scientific and social science community, or the general public).

What you can expect when you work for the Royal Meteorological Society

Hybrid working, 2 days per week at home and 3 days per week at the RMetS Headquarters in Reading (Tuesday to Thursday). 

Permanent, full-time role (37.5 hours per week). 

25 days holiday per year in addition to 8 public holidays and an extra day off around your birthday.

10% employer pension contributions.

Private healthcare.

If you would like to grow in this challenging and exciting Science Content and Engagement Officer position, working in a well-respected and internationally renowned charitable organisation with Royal charter, we would love to hear from you. For more information about us, please visit our website.

Individual Giving Lead x2 (Supporter Experience & Acquisition)

We are looking for two ambitious and proactive fundraisers to join our growing Individual Giving Team. These exciting roles will help shape the future of supporter engagement, placing donors at the heart of everything we do and driving vital income to support world-leading patient care.

Positions:

• Individual Giving Lead (Supporter Experience)
• Individual Giving Lead (Acquisition)

Location: Cambridge / Hybrid (minimum two days per week in the office)
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent

Closing date: 11.59pm on Thursday 18th December 2025 (we may close early if sufficient applications are received).

About the roles

Individual Giving Lead (Supporter Experience)

As our Supporter Experience Lead, you’ll develop and deliver personalised, meaningful journeys for thousands of supporters. You will be the advocate for our donors—ensuring every interaction feels thoughtful, bespoke, and truly valued.
This role is pivotal in driving repeat giving, maximising donor loyalty, and increasing lifetime value across all Individual Giving channels. You’ll use insight, creativity, and innovation to build best-in-class supporter experiences, strengthen long-term relationships, and help shape the future of the donor stewardship.

Individual Giving Lead (Acquisition)

As our Acquisition Lead, you’ll focus on growth bringing new supporters into the community through diverse, multi-channel campaigns including digital, direct mail, and face-to-face.
 

You’ll lead innovative acquisition activity, test and optimise new approaches, analyse performance, and ensure the charity is always growing sustainably and strategically. As the expert in new donor recruitment, you will deliver high-quality campaigns that attract committed, long-term supporters inspired by life-changing impact.

Both roles will collaborate closely, ensuring a seamless handover from acquisition into supporter experience and building a truly integrated and powerful Individual Giving programme.

About you

Whether your strength lies in supporter journeys or supporter recruitment, you will be:

• An experienced, proactive fundraiser or marketeer with a passion for delivering outstanding donor experiences.
• Insight-driven, curious about data, and motivated to constantly test, learn, and improve.
• A confident communicator with strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects with accuracy and enthusiasm.
• Passionate about healthcare and inspired by the opportunity to make a real difference for patients and their families.

Key Responsibilities (across the two roles)

Supporter Experience Lead

• Develop and deliver a personalised supporter experience plan as part of the Individual Giving Strategy.
• Create bespoke, hyper-personalised communications that enhance donor loyalty.
• Build journeys for mid-value donors, regular givers, and pre-lapsed supporters.
• Collaborate with the Acquisition Lead to deliver an exceptional welcome journey.
• Monitor KPIs and use insight to improve retention, net income, and lifetime value.

Acquisition Lead

• Plan and deliver multi-channel campaigns to recruit new supporters.
• Drive digital, direct mail, and face-to-face acquisition activity.
• Deliver a strong past-patient programme in partnership with wider teams.
• Work closely with the Supporter Experience Lead to ensure a seamless welcome journey.
• Analyse KPIs and optimise activity to achieve competitive CPA and long-term value.

Essential Skills & Experience (for both roles)

• Experience managing projects or campaigns in a fast-paced fundraising or marketing environment.
• Strong communication skills—written and verbal.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong numeracy skills with confidence managing budgets.
• A proactive and positive team player with a passion for our mission.
• Computer literacy and experience with Microsoft Office.

In return

This is an amazing place to work! Recently voted one of the top 100 hospitals in the world and a leader in the field of healthcare innovation, recognised across the world as a pre-eminent teaching hospital.

You will receive a fantastic benefits package including:

• Pension Scheme with 7% Employer Contribution
• 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + Your Birthday off (increases to 29 days after 2 years)
• Group Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
• Annual Eye Tests + £65 towards computer-use glasses
• On-site Leisure Centre
• NHS Discount Schemes
• Health Cash Plan – Medicash
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

We strongly encourage candidates of different backgrounds and identities to apply. Each new team member brings a unique perspective, and we’re always looking to enrich and diversify our charity.

Other roles you may have experience in include: Individual Giving, Fundraising, Digital Fundraising, Supporter Engagement, Direct Marketing, Donor Retention, Donor Acquisition, Campaigns Officer, Marketing Executive, or Customer Engagement roles.

PLEASE NOTE: These roles are being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Location: Home Based with regular national travel

Since 1962 the National Autistic Society has been campaigning to transform lives, change attitudes and create a society that works for autistic people. In National Programmes we champion the rights and interests of autistic people and their families, making sure national policy and legislation to reflect their needs. We provide autism training and best practice services and want all autistic people to have access to services and support that fully meet their needs. We provide diagnostic services, training, accreditation, consultancy and conferences, designed to support all professionals and organisations.  

The Supporter Fundraising team is responsible for managing and growing all supporter-led fundraising activity, including third-party challenge events, community fundraising, and our own portfolio of fundraising events. Together, our work generates over £1 million in income each year—vital funds that help the National Autistic Society achieve its mission: a society that works for autistic people.

Visit our website to find out more about who we are and what we do:  

Who we are looking for: 

We are seeking a proactive and creative Senior Events Fundraising Officer to join our dynamic team on a permanent basis.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about events fundraising and eager to take ownership of a diverse portfolio. You’ll play a key role in developing new fundraising events, supporting and inspiring colleagues, and delivering excellent supporter experiences that maximise income and impact.

The role will involve:

• Leading on a portfolio of owned and third-party fundraising events, including feasibility research, planning, marketing, participant recruitment, logistics, budgeting, and evaluation.
• Taking a lead role in the development of new fundraising events in collaboration with the Innovation Team, from research and proposals through to approval, delivery and evaluation.
• Providing first-class supporter care, ensuring participants feel valued and engaged, and that income and expenditure targets are met or exceeded.
• Working closely with marketing, press and PR colleagues to create and implement event promotion and communications plans, across both traditional and digital channels.
• Line managing and supporting Events Officers where appropriate, and deputising for the Events Fundraising Manager when required.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and event providers to ensure effective delivery and the best possible experience for supporters.
• Overseeing volunteer recruitment and stewardship plans to increase engagement and retention.

The successful candidate will bring:

• Experience of planning and delivering fundraising events, with proven ability to meet financial targets.
• Strong relationship-building skills, with confidence in working with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• A creative, innovative mindset and a passion for developing new fundraising opportunities.
• A commitment to delivering outstanding supporter care and improving supporter journeys.

This is a full-time, permanent role, for 35 hours per week. The salary for this position is £32,577 per year.

To view the full job description please click  

 What we can offer you: 

• Auto-enrolled Pension Scheme 

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays 

• Excellent induction, training and development programme including training about autism and opportunities to attend our conferences 

• Online staff discount scheme for a range of benefits such as cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan & shopping discounts for places such as Asda, Tesco, Sainsburys, Halfords, Nike, Apple and loads more! 

• Healthcare Cash Plan 

• Life Assurance at 2 x base salary 

• A portfolio of fantastic new salary sacrifices benefits and other flexible benefits private health, dental insurance, car salary sacrifice scheme, activity pass, holiday trading, enhanced pension & salary deduct loans (eligibility criteria may apply) 

• Access to a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme & counselling programme

• Free access to the Headspace App – a global leader in mindfulness and you can enrol up to three friends or family for free! 

• Eligibility for a Blue Light Card 

Where you will be working: 

City Road, London / Homeworking / Hybrid

(Up to 20% national travel, including some evenings and weekends, as required.)

About our application process: 

When providing a supporting statement, please refer to the job description and person specification and include any information that shows your suitability for the role. 

For more information about this job, please contact Jonathan Littledale – Events Fundraising Manager ( ########### )

We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 

For some roles, successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks which will include additional references and criminal background checks. 

Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but particularly welcome from those with a diagnosis of autism. 

The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks. 

We are an equal opportunities employer

NICE is a charity dedicated to improving the lives of people with movement disorders. We work with children and adults affected by neurological conditions such as cerebral palsy, Parkinson’s, Stroke and MS. We push the boundaries of human potential for people living with these physical disabilities by teaching them, through Conductive Education, a range of skills that promote an active lifestyle and showing them that there can be life after diagnosis.

This is an exciting time to join NICE, as we begin to plan for our 40th Anniversary year and build on our existing fundraising strategy to grow our supporter base and develop new income streams to support the expansion of our services. We have a small but successful fundraising team in place, who work collaboratively to manage fundraising activity and meet agreed income targets.

We are looking for a candidate who can engage our families and individual and community supporters, compellingly convey the need for, and impact of, the work we do.  The post holder will work closely with the CEO, Fundraising Manager, the rest of the fundraising team as well as other teams across the organisation, not forgetting our amazing families.

Key Responsibilities:

• Generate income across an agreed range of community fundraising initiatives and events
• Steward supporters to help maximise income and future support to the charity
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with our families and community supporters
• Be committed to helping disadvantaged children and adults 

Requirements:

• Previous fundraising and income generation experience
• Experience in supporter stewardship
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire supporters 

Due to the nature of our work, it is recommended that you work from our office in Moseley, Birmingham, the majority of the time. However, some hybrid working will be considered.

We actively encourage applications from under-represented groups as we are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences and perspectives. As a disability charity we especially welcome applications from disabled candidates and people with a long-term health condition.

To apply for this role please send your CV with a covering letter, outlining why you would like this role.

Interviews will be held on the 9th December 2025

Job Title: Executive Assistant to DCEO
Reports To: Deputy Chief Executive Officer
Location: Nottingham
Contract Type: Fixed term
Salary: £32,000 to £34,000

Job Purpose

The Executive Assistant will provide operational, strategic and analytical support to the DCEO. This role goes beyond traditional executive assistance and will involve planning, research, project coordination and organisational reporting. The post holder will play a key role in preparing executive insights, analysing departmental reports, and ensuring effective follow-up on strategic priorities. This role requires strong analytical thinking, communication skills and high proficiency in digital tools and technology.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Support

• Manage the DCEO’s calendar, schedule and priority workflow to ensure effective time management
• Coordinate internal and external meetings, prepare agendas and produce accurate minutes and action trackers
• Draft and manage professional correspondence on behalf of the DCEO
• Prepare briefing notes for senior meetings, visits and events
• Organise travel arrangements, itineraries and supporting documentation when required

Strategic Analysis and Insight

• Analyse reports from SMT meetings and departments to produce executive summaries and insights
• Support strategic planning
• Develop briefing papers and analysis to support decision making

Research and Reporting

• Conduct research on sector trends, funding models, charity regulations and strategic opportunities
• Produce clear reports and presentations to support board and SMT meetings

Project Coordination

• Follow up on actions from DCEO and SMT meetings to ensure timely delivery
• Coordinate departmental plans and track progress against milestones

Technology and Digital Support

• Use Microsoft 365 and other AI tools for reporting, planning and communication
• Maintain structured digital documentation and record keeping
• Introduce automation or digital improvements to enhance productivity in the DCEO’s office

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Right to Work in the UK
• DBS Certificate
• Degree level or equivalent preferred in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) subjects.
• The candidate must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role as a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant, ideally supporting senior management.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in preparing professional reports and executive briefings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to research, interpret and present information clearly and concisely
• High level of IT competence
• Strong planning and organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet tight deadlines.

Note: Strong Applicants may be contacted sooner, ahead of the closing date, to hold Skype Interview with Muslim Hands; therefore, please familiarise yourself with MS Teams and Zoom in advance.

We reserve the right to cease advertising and close the Vacancy without notice should suitable candidates be identified ahead of the published 'Application Closing Date'.