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Purpose of the Role

The Director of External Affairs and Growth is an SLT role responsible for leveraging the voice and power of the eoa's network to influence and accelerate the growth of the employee owned sector.

The role leads the eoa’s external affairs, policy and insights, marcomms and events, shaping the external environment for employee ownership and securing the funding and commercial income needed to support sustainable sector growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead external affairs strategy, building the relationships and influence needed to shape policy, remove barriers and expand EO.
• Build strategic relationships and secure grant funding and commercial partnerships, generating income to support advocacy, events and sector growth initiatives, including the UK EO Growth Strategy.
• Oversee our policy and insights work, engaging key stakeholders to co-produce content that influences EO practice and policy and strengthens the eoa’s voice in public affairs.
• Oversee the delivery of a mar-comms strategy that delivers commercial objectives and positions the eoa as the leading authority on EO.
• Oversee our events programmes, ensuring they drive knowledge-sharing, sector development
• and commercial sustainability.
• Represent the eoa at industry forums, policy roundtables and public affairs events,
• championing the employee ownership model.
• Collaborate with the Director of Membership and Operations to align advocacy and external
• engagement with member needs and priorities.
• Lead and develop high-performing teams, fostering innovation and delivering measurable impact across income generation, advocacy, policy, events and mar-comms activities

Knowledge, Experience, and Attributes

• Proven expertise in external affairs, advocacy, or policy leadership, ideally within a business, trade body, or membership association.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with experience influencing government, media, and corporate partners.
• Demonstrated ability to drive sectoral or policy change, leading successful advocacy initiatives.
• Strong commercial acumen, with experience in sponsorship acquisition, revenue generation, grant funding and developing financially sustainable initiatives.
• Exceptional strategic communication and storytelling skills, able to engage and mobilise diverse audiences.
• Experience in event programming, ensuring high engagement and sector impact.
• Passion for employee ownership and economic models that promote shared prosperity.
• Innovative, creative, and proactive in problem-solving and strategy execution.
• A confident and transparent leader who fosters collaboration and inclusivity.
• Self-aware with emotional intelligence, resilience, and integrity.

What Constitutes Success in This Role?

Success in this role means having a positive impact on the growth of the employee-owned sector, strengthening the eoa’s influence and increasing the adoption of “great EO”. Stronger stakeholder relationships, greater advocacy impact and improved commercial sustainability through a diverse mix of grant funding, sponsorships and strategic partnerships will also be key indicators of success.

Key outcomes for the role 

• Outcome - Growth of the employee ownership sector
  • Measure - Increased number of EO businesses, heightened sector awareness

• Outcome - Strengthened corporate engagement
  • Measure - Growth in strategic partnerships, corporate and government engagement

• Outcome - Strong Commercial Sustainability
  • Measure - Increased sponsorship revenue, secured long-term commercial partnerships

• Outcome -Increased policy influence
  • Measure - Policy recommendations adopted, increased government engagement

• Outcome - Enhanced sector insight and intelligence
  • Measure - Utilisation of high quality data and insights for regular sector related content outputs

• Outcome - Development and adoption of best practice
  • Measure - Creation, adoption and promotion of best practice across the EO network.

• Outcome - Successful events programmes
  • Measure - Increased participation, sponsorship growth, positive feedback.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit:

• A two-page CV
• And one of either:
  • Cover letter setting out your motivation, approach, and what you will bring to the role
  • Video (maximum 10 minutes) setting out your motivation, approach, and what you will bring to the role

Applications should be submitted before 9:00am 17 August 2026. We will close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. If you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Interviews will be in two stages. The first stage will be a virtual interview via teams on
26 August. For those who successfully move to stage 2 there will be an in-person
discussion w.c. 31 August.

The eoa welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those
who are under-represented. We recruit based on values, skills, and contribution to our
purpose.

Could you be the friendly, organised first point of contact for volunteers and people raising money to support world-leading cancer care and research?

We’re looking for a Volunteer & Community Fundraising Assistant to join our friendly Community Fundraising team. This is a varied role where you’ll support volunteers and community fundraisers, respond to enquiries, help keep our records and processes running smoothly, and make sure volunteers and supporters feel welcomed, valued and appreciated.

What you’ll be doing

• Responding to enquiries from volunteers and supporters by phone, email and in person
• Helping volunteers get started, including applications, onboarding, training and inductions
• Coordinating rotas, records and supporter activity so the team has accurate information
• Supporting excellent stewardship so volunteers and supporters feel appreciated
• Helping with fundraising materials, hospital displays, stock and merchandise activity
• Supporting cash handling and donation administration, with accurate records for audit purposes

About you

You’ll be a confident communicator who enjoys working with people and providing a thoughtful, professional service. You’ll be organised, proactive and comfortable managing a range of tasks, with good attention to detail and strong IT skills.

You don’t need to have worked in a charity before. Experience in administration, customer service, events, healthcare, retail or community settings could all be relevant. What matters most is your ability to build positive relationships, stay organised and help volunteers and supporters have a great experience.

About the Charity

The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity raises money to save the lives of people affected by cancer, everywhere. We ensure The Royal Marsden’s world-leading nurses, doctors and research teams can provide the very best care and develop life-saving treatments, which are used across the UK and around the world.

From funding state-of-the-art equipment and groundbreaking research, to creating the very best patient environments, we will never stop looking for ways to save the lives of people affected by cancer.

Why join us?

You’ll join a collaborative, supportive and ambitious team, with opportunities to learn and develop and see the impact of your work every day.

What we offer

• 27 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 6% (increasing with service)
• Life insurance and employee assistance programme
• Enhanced family policies
• Subsidised canteens and wellbeing support
• A Sutton hospital-based office with shuttle service to and from Sutton station

Inclusion matters

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences.

Apply now

If you’re organised, people-focused and motivated by making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

If you have experience in individual giving, legacy or supporter stewardship and are passionate about building meaningful, lifelong relationships with donors, we'd love to hear from you. Join our small, supportive fundraising team and help secure vital funding for families affected by Huntington's disease. Apply now and help create a lasting legacy.
 

About the Huntington's Disease Association

Huntington's disease has a profound and lasting impact on families, often across generations. Our supporters frequently have a deep, personal connection to the cause and many stay with us for years - as fundraisers, donors and advocates. We are small, passionate fundraising team working to grow the income that funds vital services and support for everyone affected by Huntington’s disease

About the Team

You will join a small, collaborative fundraising team comprising a Trusts and Foundations Manager, a Community Fundraising Coordinator, a National Activity Events Coordinator and a Fundraising Administrator. The Head of Fundraising leads on corporate partnerships, major donors and fundraising strategy. Each team member works with a degree of autonomy whilst contributing to shared income goals and a collective approach to supporter care.

Role Purpose

To steward and grow relationships with our individual supporters across every stage of their journey with HDA - ensuring that however someone first connects with us, they feel known, valued and inspired to stay with us for life. This role leads on legacy and in memory fundraising, two areas of significant strategic importance to us, whilst sustaining and developing our wider base of individual donors through appeals, regular giving and digital communications. Working closely with colleagues across fundraising and communications, you will help ensure that every supporter feels genuinely connected to our cause and to the community of people whose lives are shaped by Huntington's disease. Learn more about the role in the job pack included.

What we offer

·  Hybrid working to support work life balance - 2 days a week in our Liverpool office

· 25 days annual leave plus public holidays (pro rata for part-time staff)

· 1 additional cultural or wellbeing leave day (pro rata for part-time staff)

· A pension scheme with 3% employer contribution

· Medicash scheme

· Travel-to-work scheme

· Flexible working approach

· Family forward policies

· Supportive and positive working environment

· Fantastic learning and development opportunities

Application

Please provide both a CV and cover letter outlining why you are applying for the role and how you meet the requirements of the person specification. The full job description and person specification can be found within the job vacancy pack.
 

Closing date for applications is Monday 17 August 2026

First round interviews will be held online on Thursday 3 September 2026. Second round interviews will be held in-person in Liverpool on Friday 11 September 2026

Circa £60,984 per annum 

Fixed term (6 month cover starting January 2027) 

Part home/Part office (London) based 

At the UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK), we work alongside partners and communities to help realise children’s rights and build a better world for every child. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where people feel valued, supported, and able to thrive – connected by shared values, a sense of purpose and a collective commitment to making childhood unstoppable. 

This is a great opportunity to join the UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK) as our Senior Creative Producer (Film & Photography), the creative lead responsible for defining and championing UNICEF UK’s approach to visual storytelling. Leading a talented team of filmmakers and photographers, you will set the vision, standards and creative direction for film and photography across the organisation, creating powerful, audience-led content that inspires action and strengthens our impact for children. 

Working across the organisation, you will provide strategic creative leadership, oversee complex UK and international productions, and champion innovation, safeguarding and inclusive storytelling.

We are looking for an experienced creative leader with a strong track record of developing and delivering outstanding film and photography content in an agency or in-house environment. You will bring excellent creative judgement, experience leading creative teams, and a deep understanding of visual storytelling, audience engagement and content production. 

You will be passionate about inclusive storytelling and ethical content creation, with the ability to translate insight, strategy, and organisational objectives into compelling creative work. Experience of leading international productions, managing external partners and driving creative innovation is essential. 

Act now and visit the website via the apply button to apply online.  

Closing date: 9am, Monday 27 July 2026. 

Interview date: Week Commencing 17 August 2026 via video conferencing (MS Teams). 

In return, we offer: 

• excellent pay and benefits (including flexible working, generous annual leave and pension, big brand discounts and wellbeing tools) 

• outstanding training and learning opportunities and the support to flourish in your role 

• impressive open plan office space and facilities on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park 

• an open culture and workplace with colleagues who share our values, enjoy their work and are motivated to do their utmost for children.

• the opportunity to work in a leading children’s organisation making a difference to children around the world 

Our application process: We use a system called "Applied" that anonymises your responses and focuses on your actual skills that are relevant to this role. This benefits you by giving you a greater chance of expressing your skills in this objective selection process. 

We anticipate most colleagues will work one or two days a week in the office on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford, East London, and the rest of the time from home.We will happily discuss other flexible options to suit your circumstances. 

We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, disabled candidates, and from men, because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at this level at UNICEF UK. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for children. 

UNICEF UK promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We make employment decisions by matching business needs with 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 welcome a conversation about your flexible working requirements, personal growth, and promoting a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. 

The successful candidate will be required to apply for a criminal records check. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the role and the circumstances of your offences. 

We only accept online applications as this saves us money, making more funds available for us to help ensure children’s rights.

If you require support in completing the online form or an application form in an alternative format, please contact the Supporter Care line during office hours. 

If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note that we only provide feedback to shortlisted candidates. 

Registered Charity Nos. 1072612 (England and Wales) SC043677 (Scotland) 

Could you lead a talented team to deliver compelling, audience‑led campaigns that accelerate progress for everyone affected by ovarian cancer?  

We are looking for an Interim Head of Marketing and Communications to lead this function during an exciting period of transition and growth. This role will play a pivotal part in delivering our communications and brand strategy, supporting the rollout of our new organisational strategy, and maintaining momentum across high‑profile campaigns and projects.  

Reporting to the Director of Fundraising and Engagement, you’ll oversee marketing and communications across the organisation, line managing a team of specialists and working closely with the Senior Leadership Team. You’ll provide strategic leadership, clear direction and hands‑on support, ensuring activity is well planned, insight‑driven and aligned to our wider organisational objectives.  

This role is ideal for an experienced marketing and communications leader, ideally from the charity sector, who can combine strategic thinking with strong delivery, and who thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.  

We are an ambitious charity, building on our achievements and targeting what’s important to stop ovarian cancer devastating lives - symptoms awareness, early diagnosis, better treatments and support for all. It’s an exciting time to be joining Target Ovarian Cancer as we move into our ambitious new strategy.   

Join us and together we'll fight for a world where everyone with ovarian cancer lives.  

 The role 

This is a full-time (35 hours per week), fixed-term position to July 2027. 

We operate a hybrid working model. You will usually work remotely but will be expected to attend meetings at our office near London Bridge when required. Please note that travel costs to the office are not covered. 

If you would like more information about expected office attendance, please refer to the recruitment pack. 

How to apply 

You will be asked to submit your CV and answer two application questions (maximum 250 words each) as part of the process. You will also be asked to complete an equalities monitoring form. 

Applications without responses to the application questions may not be considered. 

Key dates 

• Closing date: 22 July 2026 

• First interview Monday 27 July, second interview Friday 31 July 

If you are invited to interview, you will have the opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments. 

Additional information 

Target Ovarian Cancer does not hold a sponsorship licence and cannot sponsor visas. 

We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all. If you require support with your application, please refer to the guidance provided in the recruitment pack.

Main Purpose of the Role

The Head of Partnerships and Networks provides senior leadership for EHCVS’s partnerships, networks, and income development. Reporting to the CEO, the post-holder strengthens the voice and connectivity of the local voluntary and community sector (VCS) and develops new, sustainable income for the organisation and the wider sector.

The role focuses on growing corporate funding and business partnerships, developing Hounslow Giving (the borough’s place-based giving scheme) in partnership with the Head of Volunteering, and encouraging collaboration and consortium bids across the VCS.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Funding and Income Development

• Lead the development of corporate funding, sponsorship, and business partnerships to generate sustainable income for EHCVS and the wider sector.

• Build relationships with local businesses, major employers (such as Heathrow), and corporate funders, developing clear cases for support.

• Identify corporate social responsibility (CSR) and community investment opportunities and help diversify income.

Developing Hounslow Giving (Place-Based Giving)

• Work with the Head of Volunteering to develop Hounslow Giving, the borough’s place-based giving scheme, as part of the London Giving network.

• Bring together business, philanthropic, public, and community partners to grow local giving and connect funds to local need.

• Support donation, fundraising, and volunteering routes that engage both individuals and businesses.

Partnerships, Networks and Consortium Development

• Coordinate and facilitate EHCVS networks and forums across both boroughs, encouraging partnerships and collaboration within the VCS.

• Develop consortium bids with VCS partners, brokering relationships to pursue joint funding opportunities.

• Represent EHCVS and the VCS at strategic boards and sector events, and maintain relationships with statutory partners (local authorities, NHS, Integrated Care Board).

Leadership and Team

• Provide senior leadership for partnerships, networks, and income development, contributing to the senior leadership team and deputising for the CEO as required.

• Line manages relevant staff, providing supervision and development support.

Monitoring, Reporting and Governance

• Capture engagement, income, and outcomes, and contribute to internal and funder reporting.

• Ensure activity complies with relevant policies (safeguarding, GDPR, equality and diversity) and with fundraising good practice.

Person Specification

Essential

• Senior experience of developing partnerships, networks, or income in the VCSE, public, or social enterprise sector.

• Proven track record of securing corporate funding, sponsorship, or business partnerships.

• Experience in developing consortium or partnership bids and brokering collaboration.

• Experience of, or strong understanding of, place-based giving, community foundations, or philanthropy.

• Strong relationship-building, facilitation, and communication skills across sectors.

• Experience in managing staff and leading delivery.

• Commitment to the values of the voluntary and community sector and to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Desirable

• Knowledge of the VCSE and funding environment in Ealing and Hounslow.

• Experience of developing or launching a place-based giving scheme or similar initiative.

• Familiarity with the London Giving network and London Funders.

• Experience working in a local infrastructure or second-tier organisation.

Leeds Baby Bank exists to ensure no child goes without because they are born into a family experiencing poverty. Our work is built around a referral-based model, working closely with professionals including health services, social care teams, and partner organisations. This ensures support reaches families who need it most, at the right time, helping people access support as early as possible.

Alongside this, we support families through our community spaces and Hub — welcoming, accessible environments where families can receive items, practical support, and connections to wider services. These spaces help build trust, reduce isolation, and strengthen local communities.

The role involves direct, frontline engagement with families who may be experiencing crisis, financial hardship or emotional distress. The postholder will be expected to build trusting relationships, provide informal support within role boundaries, and respond appropriately to emerging needs, including identifying and escalating safeguarding concerns.

The role includes both Hub-based delivery and proactive and outreach work across Leeds, including working in community venues and partner locations.

The role will involve regular direct contact with families and children in a community setting.

The postholder may occasionally be required to work evenings or weekends to support community activities.

The role may involve travel across Leeds to build partnerships and engage with local services.

Interim Management / Financial Accountant (6-Month Contract)
Location: Manchester (Hybrid - 1 day a week in office)

I'm supporting a Housing Association in recruiting an Interim Management / Financial Accountant to join their small and collaborative finance team on an initial six-month contract.

This is a hands-on role that will support the finance team through month and year-end while also helping to improve financial processes and systems. You'll be comfortable working across management accounting as well as providing support with accounts payable and receivable where needed.

Responsibilities

• Produce management accounts and provide financial support throughout the year-end process.
• Assist with statutory returns, reconciliations and year-end financial reporting.
• Support and improve Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes, providing cover and guidance where required.
• Review and support the redesign of processes, identifying opportunities to improve financial reporting.

Requirements

• Qualified or qualified by experience Management / Financial Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent).
• Previous experience working in housing, local government, ALMO or a similar public sector environment is highly desirable.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently within a small finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking for an interesting interim assignment where they can make an immediate impact while supporting a key period for the organisation.

Job Purpose 

To provide a physiotherapy service as part of a multi-disciplinary team, on a part-time basis

Key Working Relationships

Physiotherapists are self-employed contractors and report to the Clinical Lead.

Other key working relationships:

• Other physiotherapists within the team
• Other members of the services team
• Action for M.E. colleagues

Job Description

Key duties

• Respond to physiotherapy referrals
• Carry out assessments, provide advice and recommend interventions to manage the symptoms in patients with M.E./C.F.S. and related conditions, working with a whole person approach, and involving family/carers where appropriate
• Provide written reports for the person with M.E. and others involved in their care with consent of the patient
• Participate in clinical team meetings at least once a quarter (approximately 1 hour)
• Participate in quarterly physiotherapy team meetings (approximately 1 hour)

Key Tasks 

• Arrange and undertake consultations in the most appropriate manner for the patient - remotely by either telephone, Zoom or email.
• Record consultation details (date, length of consultation, charge) on Action for M.E.’s internal tracker for invoicing purposes
• Consider choices and in collaboration with the person with M.E., agree attainable and realistic goals, however small, during assessment
• Offer a selection of gentle progressive interventions to facilitate an improvement in their quality of life
• Offer follow-up consultations with patients by phone, Zoom or email
• Raise any safeguarding concerns to appropriate colleagues.

Working Practices  

• Seek to reduce fear associated with the illness and to create an environment for healing
• Offer clear and consistent information and advice to people with M.E. and their family/carers
• Work within Action for M.E. policies ensuring privacy and dignity.

Person Specification

Qualifications/Key requirements

• Must be registered HCPC
• Must be registered with Chartered Society of Physiotherapy or other professional body which can provide PLI
• Up to date professional indemnity insurance
• Safeguarding training to Level 3
• Eligible to work in the UK

Experience and Knowledge

May be varied but would typically include:

• Several years of post-graduate work experience in different aspects of the profession
• Familiarity with the NICE Guideline for the management of M.E. (2021)
• Experience in the management of long-term conditions
• Experience in the management of chronic pain and its impact on the quality of life
• Working in a multi-disciplinary team

Skills and Behaviours

• Excellent communication skills, in both active listening and careful word usage
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and the ability to quickly learn relevant bespoke software systems

Attitudes

• Understanding that ME/CFS is a complex biomedical condition
• A desire to help people holistically to manage their ME/CFS
• A willingness to think outside established protocols

Contract Type: Fixed Term for 6.00 months from the start date

Location: Any UK Trust office - a minimum of three days in the office a week, and must be willing to travel to other centres when required

Interviews: 10th or 12th August 

At The King’s Trust, we believe that great leadership creates life-changing opportunities for young people. As our Delivery Manager Capability Lead, you’ll play a key role in strengthening management and leadership across our Delivery function, ensuring managers have the skills, confidence and support they need to lead high-performing, inclusive teams.

Our ambition is to be one of the UK’s most equal, diverse and inclusive organisations serving young people. We know that achieving this starts with leadership. Through your work, you'll help build a culture where everyone feels valued, respected and able to thrive, ensuring our managers have the capability and confidence to create inclusive environments for both colleagues and the young people we support.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Organisational/People Development professional who is passionate about building capability, driving positive change and turning insight into meaningful action.

In this role, you will:

• Use data, feedback and organisational insight to identify leadership capability needs and opportunities.
•  Work closely with the People and Learning team making recommendations based on data analysis and support with creating and driving sustainable and effective solutions. Support our ambition to become one of the UK's most equal, diverse and inclusive organisations by embedding inclusive leadership behaviours and approaches into management development.
• Evaluate impact, using evidence and feedback to continuously improve leadership capability and effectiveness.

Why join us?

This is an opportunity to shape the frontline management and leadership culture of one of the UK's leading youth charities. You'll work closely with senior leaders, influence how leadership capability is acquired and developed across the Delivery function, and leave a lasting legacy through the managers and teams you support.

By empowering managers to lead with confidence, inclusion and purpose, you'll strengthen the teams that support young people every day, helping more young people to break the cycle of unemployment and build the confidence and skills they need to succeed, regardless of their background or the challenges they face.

What happens next?  

Please submit a CV and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date. 

Why do we need a Delivery Manager Capability Lead? 

Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or those who have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives, and we couldn’t do this without the important work of the Delivery Manager Capability Lead! 

Perks for working at The Trust! 

• Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year 
• Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
• You can volunteer for and/or attend events – The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events, etc. 
• In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role 
• Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas. 
• Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 
• Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave. 
• Interest-free season ticket loans 
• The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme 
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary) 

About the role

Sands exists to save babies’ lives and ensure that anyone affected by pregnancy loss or baby death receives the support and care they need.

This is an exciting role that will rely on a strong combination of excellent organisational and account management skills to support the Partnerships Team’s ambitious fundraising strategy.

You will support the development and management of relationships with external partners, helping to enhance the team’s outreach, funding opportunities, and collaborative projects.

This role involves administrative support, stakeholder communication, and event and volunteer coordination to ensure effective partnership engagement and experience.

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to further develop your skills and understanding of corporate fundraising by supporting the Partnerships Team to develop and launch an exciting portfolio of corporate products and events, paying close attention to the evolving needs of partners in an ever-increasing digital environment.

You will be involved with flagship events and campaigns such as the globally recognised Baby Loss Awareness Week, our award-winning Sands United Football Club, Big Give appeals and sector-leading collaborations.

You will also draw upon your expertise and creativity by working on creatives and concepts with the team to increase engagement and further develop communication channels appropriate to a diverse corporate audience.

With experience of managing a corporate partnerships portfolio of at least £75,000, you will have managed corporate fundraisers including Charity of the Year Partnerships, cause-related marketing partnerships and sponsors.

We are looking for someone who has an eye for detail, is able to manage their time effectively and ensure the highest supporter experience. You will need to have strong IT skills including the use of a fundraising database.

Main Purpose of Job

This is an exciting role that will rely on a strong combination of excellent organisational and account management skills to support the Partnerships Team’s ambitious fundraising strategy.

You will support the development and management of relationships with external partners, helping to enhance the team’s outreach, funding opportunities, and collaborative projects. This role involves administrative support, stakeholder communication, and event and volunteer coordination to ensure effective partnership engagement and experience.

Additionally, the post holder will have the opportunity to further develop their skills and understanding of corporate fundraising by supporting the Partnerships Team to develop and launch an exciting portfolio of corporate products and events, paying close attention to the evolving needs of partners in an ever-increasing digital environment.

You will be involved with flagship events and campaigns such as globally-recognised Baby Loss Awareness Week, award-winning Sands United Football Club, Big Give appeals and sector-leading collaborations.

You will draw upon your expertise and creativity by working on creatives and concepts with the team to increase engagement and further develop communication channels appropriate to a diverse corporate audience.

We are looking for someone who has an eye for detail, able to manage

their time effectively and ensure the highest supporter experience. The

role will also provide support to colleagues within the Income &

Engagement Department to optimise income and awareness raising

activities.

Key Responsibilities

Partnerships & Supporter Care

• Assist in maintaining relationships with new and existing partners, donors

and stakeholders.

• Provide excellent account management of Sands’ small Charity of the

Year and other corporate partners (as a guideline those giving up to

£20,000)

• Support Partnerships Team to achieve and grow overall team budget

and support wider partnership portfolio.

• Act as a key point of contact for partner enquiries and actively solicit

donations and/or partnership opportunities.

• Ensure that approaches and donations are responded to, and thanked,

in a timely manner.

• Support delivery of corporate-specific appeals, campaigns and events.

• Deliver well managed and well-developed partnership stewardship and

communications.

• Act as a champion to inspire and motivate supporters to fundraise and

raise awareness of Sands, and attend meetings and presentations as

required.

• Collate and provide engaging and dynamic partnership content for

supporter resources, newsletters and mailings.

• Maintain ongoing communications by telephone and email, building

relationships with fundraisers and potential donors, ensuring each

individual is appropriately stewarded to maximise supporter experience.

• Maintain appropriate contracts or letters of agreements for donors and

partners as required.

• Support the Partnerships Team in the management of other partnerships

through specific initiatives, such as events support and employee

volunteering as required.

• Undertake due diligence in line with Sands’ Ethical Policy and robust

vetting criteria.

• Work closely with colleagues to ensure Supporter Care work is kept up to

date and that the service we offer is the best it can be. Administrative and

Database Management

• Support the Partnerships Team to maintain accurate records and timely

reports in the charity CRM and shared drive, in compliance with data

protection legislation and best practice.

• Work closely with project and finance teams to gather information,

maintain high standards of accuracy at all times to ensure partnerships

and finance data management including tracking and invoicing.

• Effectively monitor partnership activity and finances, ensuring accurate

gift processing and support the Strategic Partnerships Manager with

timely income, expenditure and quarterly KPI reports.

• Assist in partnership activities, deliverables, and ensuring internal and

external deadlines are met.

• Support the Partnerships Team’s communication and engagement plans,

collating dynamic social media content and scheduling, and supporting

cross-team projects like case study work, campaign activity and new

corporate fundraising products.

• Assist in partnership volunteering, events, meetings and workshop

coordination. Including logistical support such as venue bookings,

attendance tracking and evaluations.

Cross-team working

• Contribute to the wider team’s efforts in fundraising, marketing and

project coordination.

• Work closely with all colleagues in the Income & Engagement

Department to seize cross team opportunities to increase income and

awareness and to develop appropriate products and engagement tools.

• Liaise with other Sands internal teams as necessary in the preparation of

proposals, meetings, reports and communications to companies.

• Provide support to fundraising colleagues when needed to maintain

excellent supporter care.

General

• To undertake other duties as required by the Head of Partnerships and

Philanthropy, Strategic Partnerships Manager, Business Development

Lead, and Director of Income & Engagement.

• To work flexibly and proactively with other members of the team.

• Keep up to date with sector knowledge regarding corporate and

events fundraising, fundraising techniques, resources and donor trends

and share knowledge with colleagues across Sands where relevant.

• Follow best fundraising regulations practice and comply with relevant

legislation.

• To maintain confidentiality over personal information relating to staff.

• Abide by all Sands Policies and Procedures.

• Undertake all mandatory training as required.

• Participate in annual appraisal and personal development review.

• The post holder must familiarise themselves with matters relating to

Health & Safety Management, as affecting themselves, their department

and the organisation as a whole.

We're looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Volunteer Manager to help our volunteers to continue to do the brillaint work they do. You will play a vital role in recruiting, coordinating and championing our volunteers, ensuring they feel welcomed, valued and empowered to make a meaningful difference.

You will recruit and onboard new volunteers, coordinate rotas, provide day-to-day support, organise volunteer events and recognition activities, and maintain accurate volunteer records. You'll also work closely with colleagues across the organisation to ensure our volunteer programme continues to grow and thrive.

This role is perfect for someone who loves working with people, enjoys building strong relationships and has the organisational skills to keep everything running smoothly. You'll be approachable, proactive and passionate about creating an inclusive environment where volunteers feel supported and appreciated.

In return, you'll join a friendly and dedicated team where your work will have a genuine impact. Every volunteer you support helps strengthen our services and improve the lives of the patients and staff at the hospital.

This is a fixed-term opportunity providing cover during a Training and Development secondment.

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can combine excellent people skills with organisation and purpose, we'd love to hear from you.

Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of people affected by kidney disease?

We’re looking for an experienced manager who wants to be part of work that genuinely transforms lives.

About Kidney Care UK

There are 7.2 million people with some form of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in the UK, equivalent to 1 in 10 people. There are one million people in the UK who have CKD but are not aware of it.

Since 1975, Kidney Care UK has been at the forefront of supporting people with kidney disease. From our early days when we campaigned to introduce donor cards in the UK, we have worked hard to support and represent the interests of everyone affected by kidney disease.

About the Patient Support Service

The Patient Support Service provides practical, emotional and financial support for anyone affected by chronic kidney disease. Whatever the need presented, we empower people living with CKD and their families and carers to understand their options and make informed choices to positively navigate their experience of CKD. We’ll walk alongside them for as long as they need us to.

About the role

We are looking for a passionate and inspirational individual to lead our Patient Support service across Scotland & Northern Ireland. You and your team will reach kidney patients at their point of need and ensure they are supported or signposted to the services that will improve their wellbeing and maximise outcomes in line with the objectives of the service as directed by the Programme Manager/Head of Service. 

Alongside our other Regional Managers, you will be the national face of Kidney Care UK patient support services, raising awareness of the service and the Charity and building strong relationships with the kidney patients, renal units, Kidney Patient Associations (KPAs), health professionals and other kidney stakeholder groups in your regions. 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of five Patient Support Officer’s to deliver an accessible, valued and effective service across your designated region. Responsibility for the training, development and wellbeing of the regional team. 
• Lead the delivery of Kidney Care UK service and funder required outcomes into service delivery aligned with the Kidney Care Patient Support service strategy.
• Through in-person attendance at stakeholder events and meetings, build strong relationships with key decision makers and influencers in health and care commissioning and delivery in your region.
• Develop and maintain effective monitoring and measurement to demonstrate the outputs and effectiveness of the service and its impact on patient experience and outcomes. 
• Using data and insight, report internally and externally with updates on regional issues, needs and challenges to inform service development.
• Manage the budget designated for your region, keeping accurate records of expenditure and reporting.
• Act as an organisational Designated Safeguarding Person in accordance with policy and procedures.

​About you

We’d love to hear from you if you have:

• Understanding of the workings of NHS patient care pathways.
• Experience of delivering patient support services in a kidney or related health condition environment.
• Understanding of kidney disease and the needs of people with kidney disease, their families and their carers.
• The ability to influence, inspire and effectively manage a team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to listen, with experience in building credibility with senior external stakeholders and managing relationships with diplomacy.

Experience of working within an NHS charity or large health related fundraising environment is highly desirable,as is understanding of relevant UK benefits legislation and entitlements.

Please note: You must live within one of the regions (Scotland or Northern Ireland) and have the ability to travel within those regions independently and on a regular basis. There may also be some travel across the UK.

What we offer

Working at Kidney Care UK is incredibly rewarding and you will see the life-changing impact that the charity has on kidney patients and their families:

• Flexi-time – we are flexible about start and finish times, and flexible about your location.
• Annual and Christmas leave – we offer 25 days annual leave for full time employees plus bank holidays. We also close for three days between Christmas and New Year, and you don’t need to take this from your annual leave allowance.
• Pension – you’ll be eligible for and auto-enrolled into a pension scheme where your employer will contribute 8% of your salary.
• Health cashback plan – ability to claim back a wide variety of routine medical treatments.
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to a wide variety of support including counselling, health resources and advice.
• Cycle2Work scheme
• Learning and development – you’ll be able to access the full benefits of our membership of Fundraising Everywhere, Charity Comms and NVCO.

Apply today
If you feel the role is for you we’d love to hear from you.

Press Apply, where you will be asked to upload a recent CV which includes a cover letter. In your cover letter please demonstrate in no more than 2 sides of A4 how you meet the person specification within the job description.

CVs submitted without a cover letter will automatically be rejected.

Closing Date: 3rd August (9am)

Provisional Interview Dates:

Ist stage interviews: 7th or 10th August 

2nd stage interviews 18th August

Please note we will be reviewing applications as they come in and may choose to close the advert early.

We look forward to hearing from you.

This is a rare opportunity to lead one of Yorkshire’s most respected community foundations and help shape the future of giving across Calderdale.

For over 35 years, Community Foundation for Calderdale (CFFC) has connected people who care with causes that matter. We believe local generosity has the power to transform lives, strengthen communities and create opportunities for everyone to thrive.

As an independent charitable funder, we work with individuals, families, businesses and organisations to invest in local charities and community groups tackling some of Calderdale’s biggest challenges. Every year, we distribute more than £2 million in grants to support people and places across the borough. At the same time, we are building our permanent endowment, creating a lasting legacy that will continue supporting local communities for generations to come.

This is what makes CFFC unique. We do not just make a difference today. We create a legacy that will benefit Calderdale in perpetuity.

Following many years of successful leadership from our current Chief Executive Officer, we are seeking an exceptional leader to build on this strong foundation and lead CFFC into its next chapter.

About the role

Reporting to the Board of Trustees, you will provide strategic and operational leadership, ensuring CFFC continues to grow its impact, strengthen partnerships and inspire philanthropy across Calderdale.

You will lead and develop a committed staff team, work closely with Trustees, build trusted relationships with donors, businesses, professional advisers, charities and public sector partners, and ensure the organisation remains financially sustainable, well-governed and ambitious for the future.

You will also act as CFFC’s public ambassador, representing the organisation across Calderdale and beyond, while championing the importance of local giving and community investment.

About you

We are looking for an inspiring and collaborative leader with significant senior leadership experience and the ability to build confidence and credibility with a wide range of stakeholders.

You will demonstrate:

Proven strategic leadership and organisational management experience.

Experience of developing successful partnerships, fundraising, income generation or business development.

Strong financial and governance awareness.

Excellent relationship-building, communication and influencing skills.

Experience of leading and developing high-performing teams.

A genuine commitment to community impact and the values of the voluntary sector.

You may come from a community foundation, charitable trust, grant-making organisation, charity, public sector, social enterprise or a commercial organisation with a strong social purpose.

What we offer

Salary in excess of £60,000, dependent on experience.

Permanent, full-time position.

Flexible and hybrid working, with a regular presence required in Calderdale.

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, additional Easter Tuesday leave and office closure over the Christmas period, rising to 25 days after five years’ service.

Employer pension contribution, with details available in the candidate information pack.

The opportunity to lead a respected local foundation with a strong legacy, deep local relationships and ambitious plans for the future.

Closing date: 31 July 2026

First round interviews: Week commencing 17 August 2026

Second round interviews: Week commencing 24 August 2026

CFFC is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are happy to discuss any adjustments candidates may need during the recruitment process.

If you are an ambitious leader who wants to build on a strong legacy, inspire local philanthropy and help create lasting change for communities across Calderdale, we would love to hear from you.