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The Community Fundraising team at Alzheimer’s Research UK (ARUK) is responsible for securing income from individuals, regional businesses and groups fundraising in the community, effectively managing relationships to maximise income.
The Regional Fundraising Officer role will play a significant part in contributing to a high-performing fundraising team. The role will cover the Central region (Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire).
You will report to the Community Fundraising Manager and support the Head of Regional Fundraising to drive the continued growth of the charity’s community fundraising income in your area. You will also be required to show excellent relationship-building skills to support community partnerships and volunteer groups, driving towards agreed targets.
This role is a 12-month fixed term contract to cover a secondment period.
Main duties and responsibilities of the role:
Strategy, finance, and reporting
· Responsibility for 3 income streams within the region including corporate, community groups and Do It Yourself (DIY) fundraising.
· Identify and apply for ‘Charity of the Year’ partnerships with corporates in the region, account manage these relationships up to a value of £50,000 per annum and support the Partnership Development Team with partnerships in your region with a value of up to £100,000.
· Support existing volunteer fundraisers to encourage continued loyalty to the charity and to maximise funds raised, following fundraising legislation and good practice.
· Recruit new fundraising supporters in line with strategy.
· Support the Community Fundraising Manager (CFM) and Head of Regional Fundraising (HORF) in developing the Community Fundraising strategy for ARUK to increase income within this stream.
· Support and extend volunteer networks within the geographical area in line with strategy.
· To ensure that fundraising activity is implemented and managed locally to deliver budgets, targets and income in line with strategy. To achieve this by supporting and facilitating the development of groups and volunteers across the geographical area.
· Work across a diverse geographical area and within a geographically dispersed team, whilst managing own workload cost-effectively and proactively.
Supporter Management
· Provide excellent customer service to community fundraising supporters (including maintaining a polite, enthusiastic manner with prompt responses to enquiries), to acknowledge support and increase long-term loyalty.
· Provide high-quality account management to volunteer groups in geographical area.
· Effective management of volunteer relationships within geographical area.
· Support, motivate and develop local fundraising volunteers, ensuring they have a clear understanding of ARUK to enable them to represent the charity’s work effectively.
· In liaison with the Partnership Development Managers and Partnership Development Officers, provide high-quality account management to corporate supporters within the specified geographical area and/or of relevant value.
· Keep up to date with fundraising legislation and codes of practice to be able to provide relevant advice to fundraisers.
· Ensure volunteers and fundraisers have all necessary materials for fundraising initiatives.
Increasing Community Support within geographical area
· Use own initiative to extend volunteer networks, develop new groups and supporters, and respond to fundraising opportunities within the geographical area, in line with strategy.
· Run volunteer events with both a recruitment and cultivation function, liaising closely with the Stewardship and Events team to ensure a seamless supporter journey, and with the Press team to include media volunteers.
· Manage the recruitment process of new ARUK volunteers in the geographical area, providing relevant support and training.
· Liaise with local community organisations (e.g., golf clubs, educational institutions etc.) – both previous and new potential supporters – to extend income and activity in line with the strategy.
· Initiate and roll out community fundraising events in the geographical area with evidence of effective ROI and achievement of strategic goals.
· Provide face-to-face talks and presentations to community organisations for recruitment/ cultivation purposes.
· Arrange appropriate volunteer representation at events in the community (for example, for cheque collections and talks), spreading the charity’s reach cost-effectively.
· Identify, research and target prospective community organisations, in liaison with CFM.
· Identify, research and target prospective local corporates in liaison with CFM / HORF and ARUK’s Partnership Development Managers and Partnership Development Officers, in line with both community and corporate strategies.
· Accurately track and record contact with both community and corporate prospects for planning and reporting purposes.
Monitoring and Reporting
· Ensure that your activity is monitored and evaluated, clearly communicating progress to your Community Fundraising Manager.
· Manage relevant information on the charity’s database, keeping detailed, up-to-date records of activity and income.
Other Duties
· Contribute to the charity’s social media channels and web content, in liaison with the Communications Team.
· Develop effective community fundraising products with a recruitment and cultivation function, in liaison with the Community Fundraising Manager and ARUK’s Stewardship and Events team.
· Work closely with the Press team to maximise potential publicity and acknowledgement for fundraising supporters and their events.
· Keep up to date with dementia news and research developments to communicate to supporters.
· Stay abreast of competitor activity, particularly in your designated area, to inform strategy.
· Effectively communicate ARUK’s legacy messages to the community and corporate supporters, delivering these messages face-to-face, via telephone and in writing, where relevant.
· Work with other Regional Fundraising Officers offering expertise in one income stream deliverable to the whole Regional Team. Hold a high standard of internal communications to successfully promote regional and local work as a remote-based worker.
What we are looking for:
· Experience in partnership fundraising and/or relationship-building.
· Experience in public speaking, such as giving presentations and talking at events.
· Knowledge of recruiting key volunteers and fundraising supporters.
· Experience and a keen interest in building long-term relationships with supporters.
· Proven ability to provide excellent stewardship.
· An ability to manage a busy and varied workload.
· Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
· Excellent organisational skills.
· Full driver’s license with access to own vehicle.
· Flexibility to work some unsocial hours and willingness to travel independently.
· Live within the Central region.
Additional Information:
Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office.
Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals. This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.
Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD.
Salary: Circa £31,000 per annum, plus benefits
Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information.
The closing date for applications is the 30th March 2025, We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented. Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.
As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. While we strive to anonymise your CV where possible, there are certain sections, such as the application question, that cannot be fully anonymised. We kindly ask that you remove any personal information, including your name, when answering the application question. The hiring panel will not have access to your personal details, such as your name and address, until you are invited for an interview. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, please contact us via our website.
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About Alzheimer’s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure. Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope.
There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer’s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure.
In 2024, we were incredibly proud to be awarded a 3-star accreditation by Best Companies which recognises ‘World Class’ levels of workplace engagement. This is the second consecutive time; we have been awarded a Best Companies 3-star accreditation.
We were also listed in the prestigious Best Companies lists:
· 18th in the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For in the UK.
· 10th in the 50 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England.
· 2nd in the 30 Best Companies to Work For in the Charity Sector.
In addition, we were also shortlisted for a special award recognising the work undertaken on reducing our environmental impact.
In 2021, we were awarded the HR Management award by The Charity Times for our Wellbeing initiatives throughout the pandemic.
In 2020, we demonstrated our commitment to changing the way we think and act about mental health in the workplace and signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge.
ARUK really does look after its people, where you will be able to add value and make a difference.
To view further details about working for us and the benefits we offer, please visit Alzheimer’s Research UK
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The deadline for applications is Sunday 23rd March 2025.
Location: Globally remote
Reporting to: Executive Director
Manages: Team of 2
Annual salary: These locations are given to illustrate specific country salary ranges – the salary will be payable in local currency and is determined based on local market rates and candidate experience.
- €80K - €115K EUROS in Europe. (variable country to country and paid in local currency)
- £85K £95k GBP in the UK.
- $75K - $100K USD in Africa (variable country to country and paid in local currency)
- $135K – $146K USD in the USA.
Contract type: Fixed term - initially 2 years with a view to renew
Working hours: Full-time
Travel: Regular travel in Europe and the US, and trips to visit programmes in our Country Offices.
Candidate level: Senior executive
Background
Around the world, public resources are being raised and spent unfairly and ineffectively, leaving millions of people without access to the quality public goods and services they need to thrive. Governments often make public resource decisions without much consultation or information from the public. Meanwhile, those with power and privilege very effectively influence government decisions in their favour.
Our goal is to make governments raise and spend public money more so that everyone has the resources and opportunities they need to thrive and get ahead. To achieve this, The International Budget Partnership (IBP) partners with budget analysts, community organizers, and advocates in 120 countries to advance public budget systems that work for people. Together, we generate data, advocate for reform, and build the skills and knowledge of people so that everyone can have a voice in public money decisions that impact their lives. For more than 25 years we have built a global network of partners that promote the public’s right to have a say in public finance. More recently we have scaled up our impacts to help communities drive change in how governments both raise and spend public resources and to inform decisions to ensure those resource translate into quality services—from healthcare to clean water.
Purpose of Role
IBP seeks a Director of Fundraising to drive our organization's resource development and financial sustainability. Working at the highest levels of the organization, this leader will develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies to secure multi-year, multi-million-dollar commitments from major international donors. The ideal candidate brings demonstrated success in diversifying revenue streams and building strategic partnerships, along with the ability to both envision ambitious fundraising goals and execute detailed plans to achieve them.
As a key member of the senior team, the Director will provide strategic leadership while managing hands-on fundraising activities, mentor a dedicated fundraising team, and coordinate closely with the Executive Director, Executive Team, Country Directors, Initiative Managers and Advisory Council. They will strengthen IBP's internal fundraising capacity while cultivating external relationships that advance our mission.
Success in this role requires exceptional relationship-building abilities, strategic thinking, and a proven track record of securing large-scale funding from a diverse range of channels including institutions, foundations and High Net Worth Individuals. This is an opportunity to shape the financial future of a global organization working to advance budget transparency, participation, and accountability in public finance and governance.
This is an exciting moment for IBP as it has just released its new strategy. This bold systems change approach requires reimagining the organization´s fundraising strategies and capacities and developing new and diversified revenue streams in a new funding environment where unrestricted funding has declined.
Primary Responsibilities
Fundraising Strategy Development and Execution (50%)
- Setting Fundraising Strategy and Vision: Develop and implement a data-driven fundraising strategy aligned with the organization’s broader strategic goals. Set ambitious yet achievable financial targets and ensure alignment across teams.
- Prospecting: Design and execute tailored strategies for identifying, soliciting, and stewarding institutional and individual funders.
- Proposal Development: Lead the creation of compelling funding proposals, pitches, appeals, and other materials to secure funding in collaboration with initiative managers.
- Building and Maintaining Networks: Cultivate relationships with key stakeholders, including high-net-worth individuals, bilateral governments, foundations, and philanthropic groups.
- Innovative Fundraising Strategies: Explore and implement new approaches, such as joint fundraising with partners and sector-based strategies, while enhancing fundraising capacity at country, global, and initiative levels.
- Donor Stewardship: Build long-term relationships with donors through personalized engagement strategies, aligning their interests with the organization's goals.
Donor and Stakeholder Engagement (25%)
- Donor Lifecycle Management: Oversee the full donor lifecycle, from acquisition and engagement to cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
- Board Engagement: Serve as the primary liaison for fundraising with the board of directors and Advisory Council
- Crisis and Risk Management: Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies for fundraising, including planning for economic downturns, donor withdrawals, or reputational risks.
- Engagement Strategies: Collaborate with program teams to design personalized donor engagement strategies, such as tailored reports, briefings, and impact updates identifying clear roles for staff across the organization that is involved directly and indirectly in fundraising efforts.
Direct and Indirect Team Management (25%)
- Resource Allocation and Budgeting: Oversee the fundraising budget, ensuring resources are allocated to high-impact activities based on data-driven decision-making. Collaborate with the Director of Finance and Operations to ensure proper handling of donations, reporting and forecasting.
- Team Building and Development: Recruit, train, and retain a high-performing fundraising team, setting clear roles, responsibilities, and success metrics. Work with the fundraising working group and staff across the organization to strengthen fundraising activities.
- Performance Management and Reporting: Track and report fundraising performance metrics to executive leadership and the board, using analytics to optimize outcomes.
- Developing Internal Talent: Mentor fundraising and program staff in relationship management, donor communications, and strategic planning, while fostering leadership development.
- Building Cross-Functional Capacity/Culture of Philanthropy: Equip senior leaders and program teams with the knowledge and tools to contribute to fundraising efforts, including impact reporting and donor engagement training.
Profile
We seek individuals who not only possess the necessary skills and competencies for this role but also embody the values that define our organization’s culture and mission.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to transparency, accountability, and ethical leadership, ensuring integrity in all aspects of fundraising and donor relations. They will champion justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that respects different perspectives and amplifies voices from historically underrepresented communities.
We value individuals who exhibit collaboration and adaptability, working effectively across teams and with diverse stakeholders. An entrepreneurial and strategic thinker with a deep sense of independence and initiative, they will drive innovation while aligning fundraising efforts with IBP’s broader mission.
Above all, the candidate will be passionate about democracy, human rights, and social impact, bringing both expertise and a values-driven approach to advancing IBP’s goals.
Experience
- At least 10 years of experience in fundraising, including work with trusts, foundations, bilateral government donors, and high-net-worth individuals.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant field desirable or equivalent experience.
- Proven track record of securing significant gifts and growing fundraising revenue.
- Experience leading and managing fundraising teams, with strong mentoring and coaching skills.
- Background in engaging with Global South philanthropic organizations, particularly feminist funds or other mission-driven entities.
- Demonstrable success in managing donor relationships from acquisition to stewardship and retention.
Skills
- Strong strategic thinking combined with a hands-on approach, organizational skills, and administrative competence.
- Ability to develop and execute data-driven fundraising strategies aligned with the organization’s broader goals.
- Experience in setting ambitious financial targets and driving fundraising strategies to achieve them. Strong track record of developing and implementing successful fundraising strategies, with a demonstrated ability to drive income growth and diversification.
- Deep understanding of emerging fundraising trends, including philanthropy, donor behaviours, and sectoral shifts.
- Strong track record in securing large-scale donations and managing diverse income streams.
- Knowledge of Global South philanthropic organizations and experience with feminist, climate, and locally led funds. Experience working with diverse teams and donors from various geographical, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds.
- Expertise in managing the donor lifecycle, including acquisition, engagement, solicitation, and stewardship.
- Skilled in building long-term partnerships with major donors and strategic stakeholders, including foundations, donor collaboratives, high-net-worth individuals, bilateral government donors, and global philanthropists.
- Strong communication skills to tailor messaging and effectively engage diverse donor groups.
- Ability to network across sectors, expanding and strengthening strategic partnerships that align with the organization’s mission.
- Ability to build internal fundraising capacity, equipping senior leaders and program teams with fundraising knowledge and tools. Demonstrated leadership in managing, coaching, and mentoring a team of fundraising professionals.
- Ability to recruit, train, and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.
Terms and Conditions
Remuneration:
International Budget Partnership offers competitive salaries, promotion opportunities, pension contributions, and other benefits that are aligned with the country of employment.
Values and Culture:
We take pride in our core values and how our staff embody them in every aspect of their work. We strive to create a culture that celebrates our values and global achievements, fostering an environment of pride and commitment.
Work-life Balance:
While our mission is central to everything we do, we also understand the importance of work-life balance. We support our staff by offering 24 days of annual leave (in addition to public holidays) and providing access to flexible work arrangements, including remote and hybrid working options.
Professional Development:
At International Budget Partnership, we are committed to recognizing and nurturing the potential of our team. We support professional growth through:
Travel and Medical Insurance:
All staff travelling for work are covered by comprehensive travel and medical insurance to ensure their safety and well-being
An applicant’s pack is available upon request.
The deadline for application is Sunday 23rd March 2025
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Are you a proactive fundraiser with a proven track record of raising funds from individuals? Are you passionate about creating excellent supporter journeys? Do you enjoy creating content for digital marketing? If so, this is the role for you!
About Us
Hamlin Fistula UK is dedicated to our mission of ending obstetric fistula in Ethiopia. We are a small passionate team, committed to working closely with Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia to transform lives and restore hope for women affected by childbirth injuries.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and ambitious Fundraising and Communications Manager to lead and grow our income from individual donors, community fundraising, and in-memory giving. You will work closely with the Head of Fundraising to develop and deliver our individual giving strategy, with the goal of increasing supporter engagement and sustainable income.
With a generous investment budget and an opportunity to test and refine fundraising approaches, this is a fantastic role for a creative, data-driven, and results-oriented fundraiser looking to make a real impact.
You will take ownership of donor recruitment and retention, ensuring an exceptional supporter experience. You will also lead digital fundraising and marketing, producing compelling content for our website, social media, and email campaigns.
This is a flexible, part-time role, ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about our mission.
What You’ll Bring
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Experience: A strong background in public fundraising, with demonstrable experience of meeting targets for recruitment and retention of individual donors.
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Digital Skills: Strong digital marketing skills, including content creation, social media management and email marketing.
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Approach: Highly organised, with the ability to take the initiative and manage your own time to meet deadlines whilst managing a varied workload.
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Personal Drive: Enthusiasm, energy, and a commitment to get things done, along with excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
What We Offer
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Flexible Working: This role can be carried out remotely from anywhere in the UK, with quarterly face-to-face team meetings (travel costs covered) to maintain a collaborative spirit.
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Generous Benefits: As well as an annual salary of £41,600 (pro-rata), Hamlin Fistula UK offers a 10% pension contribution and health cashback scheme including physiotherapy, eye care and dental treatment.
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Supportive Team Environment: Work within a small, highly motivated team that values creativity, collaboration, and impact.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re looking for a role where your skills directly contribute to life-changing work, we’d love to hear from you. Bring your expertise in public fundraising, your skills in digital marketing, and your drive to create lasting impact to Hamlin Fistula UK.
How to Apply
Click the Quick Apply button below. You’ll be asked to submit a CV and cover letter and answer a few short screening questions to help us ensure the role is a good fit for you.
There will be a webinar with the CEO and Head of Fundraising to learn more about the role and ask any questions on Thursday 13th March at 12.30pm. Please see the details in the job pack attachment for how to sign up. A summary of all questions and answers will be shared with everyone who signs up, in case you are not able to attend the webinar.
Registered Charity
1 - 5
We believe in a world without maternal death, birth injuries or obstetric fistula, and support Hamlin Fistula Ethiopia to work towards this vision.
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Join us as our Director of Fundraising and Marketing
Location: Sheffield HQ or Remote (UK-wide)
Salary: £43,235.28 per annum (+ £3,000 London Weighting, where applicable)
Contract Type: Full-time, 1-year fixed-term
Are you passionate about inspiring change in the fight against climate change?
At Hope for the Future (HFTF), our mission is to empower individuals and communities to engage in meaningful conversations with politicians and drive bold climate action. We believe that through collaboration across political divides, we can create a future where climate action is central to decision-making in government and beyond.
We’re seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to join us as Director of Marketing and Fundraising for a 12-month period. This is an exciting opportunity to lead our fundraising and marketing efforts, ensure financial sustainability, and amplify our voice to drive change during this crucial year for climate action.
What you’ll do
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Oversee the charity’s fundraising, marketing efforts, and strategic partnerships to ensure financial robustness and sustained growth.
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Work alongside the rest of the senior leadership team to ensure HFTF’s financial stability whilst amplifying our voice and expanding our reach.
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Deliver against our fundraising strategy securing sustainable funding from trusts, foundations, corporate partners, paying service users, and individuals.
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Drive HFTF’s brand forward, developing and implementing creative marketing campaigns to boost our visibility and engagement with diverse communities.
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Increase awareness and support for HFTF through strategic communications and partnerships.
What we’re looking for
We’re seeking an experienced leader with:
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Proven experience in fundraising and marketing, with a track record of driving growth and delivering results quickly
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Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, with experience in engaging diverse audiences—from policymakers to grassroots communities
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A commitment to safeguarding our culture, strategy, and mission
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A strong understanding of fundraising, marketing strategies, and financial management
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Passion for tackling climate change and inspiring people to engage in advocacy
This role is perfect for a strategic thinker who thrives on making an impact, values collaboration, and can bring energy, focus, and resilience to a well-established organisation during a year of transition.
Why join us?
At HFTF, you’ll join a passionate team dedicated to real change. We offer:
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A competitive salary with London Weighting where applicable
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Generous benefits, including 30 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), a pension contribution, and wellbeing support
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Flexible working arrangements, including remote or hybrid options
This is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference, lead our fundraising and marketing team, and contribute to the continued success of a leading climate charity.
Apply Now
Ready to take the lead in shaping the future of climate advocacy? If you’re ready to inspire action and help us make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you.
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Applications close on Wednesday March 26th at 9am.
Hope for the Future is an equal opportunities employer, we value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
Make sure you’ve created a tailored copy of your CV and ensure it includes:-
1. A brief summary of any relevant experience you have either working or volunteering
2. Details of any relevant training or qualifications you have
Please remove all identifying information from your CV and cover letter such as your name, age, gender, protected characteristic, disability etc.
Please attach your cover letter/personal statement describing in your own words how your knowledge, experience and capabilities meet the requirements set out in the job description and person specification.
Also list any relevant achievements and successes in work, education or voluntary roles.
Registered Charity
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Our mission is to equip people across the UK with the tools they need to have effective conversations with their local politicians on climate change
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Thank you for your interest in working for Birthrights. If you are interested in centering anti-oppression in your fundraising work, in embodying an abundance mindset and working in ways that resist fundraising cultures that too often results in burn out, please read on and download our recruitment pack for more information about Birthrights and the role. Please note that this is a remote (UK based) role.
About Birthrights:
Birthrights was founded in 2013 with the understanding that at the heart of the poor experiences and outcomes of maternity care for so many people in the UK, is a consistent failure to listen to the voices of women and birthing people and a complete disregard for their fundamental human rights. We champion the rights of women and birthing people through information and advice, training, campaigns, research and legal action. You can read our ten year strategic framework here Strategy - Birthrights
What we can offer you:
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This role is being offered on a salary range of £37,000-£42,000 pro rata
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All our staff work part-time, and we are open to you taking up this role on 3 or 4 days per week
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Home based working – our staff work from home across the UK, with some in-person meetings
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30 days annual leave pro rata (excluding bank holidays)
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Investment in your wellbeing through our broad wellbeing plan, including £500 personal wellbeing allowance in 2025/26
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Enhanced sick pay and parental leave policies
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Flexible working
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Supportive colleagues dedicated to bringing about systemic change in maternity care
About the role:
This is a hugely exciting role that will be part of Birthrights Senior Leadership team and play a key part in helping Birthrights’ meet its ambitions and achieve its potential.
You will be the sole dedicated fundraiser in Birthrights, and as such you will be
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Developing and delivering our long-term fundraising strategy to ensure we have financial stability
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Securing multi-year funding from Trusts and Foundations, working with the CEO(s), Trustees and Senior Leadership Team to successfully prospect, cultivate, solicit, steward and report
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Making the most of potential corporate and major donor interest that comes our way
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Ensuring we have the right internal infrastructure, process and reporting in place
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Contributing to the strategic direction, performance and health of the organisation as a member of our Strategic Leadership Team, including by centering racial justice in all we do
About You:
You are a talented fundraising professional with
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Excellent organisation and priortisation skills to effectively manage your time and others, to deliver both urgent immediate work and long-term priorities
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Ability to build and maintain relationships and engage with funders and individuals from a range of backgrounds
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A track record of securing funding from Trusts and Foundations, with experience of working with Trusts and Foundations from prospecting and cultivating to soliciting, stewarding and reporting
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Ability to tell compelling stories, with strong written and verbal communication and influencing skills
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Ability to make strategic decisions, keeping up to date on trends and priorities in fundraising and philanthropy and situating these in our organisational context to consider how these may affect and influence our fundraising approaches
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Supportive and willing to work collaboratively towards our commitments to anti-oppressive practices and to approach fundraising with an abundance mindset, care for self and others and calm presence
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We still want to hear from you even if you don’t meet all our criteria. Please tell us about experiences that have not been included here, but that you feel might be relevant to this role.
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Purpose of the role
The purpose of this role is to increase the fundraising capability of The Vitiligo Society and secure the income we need to deliver our support to those affected by vitiligo. It is part of our new fundraising strategy.
Reporting to the Charity Director you will take the lead on establishing a fundraising programme. You will also support our community and membership fundraising, recruiting and supporting volunteer fundraisers and helping to improve and maintain our membership & donation processes.
This job could be for you if you have fundraising experience and are pro-active, organised and motivated to try new things and contribute ideas.
You will be joining a successful charity and bring your skills to an often unacknowledged but truly important cause in a friendly and supportive team environment.
Our Mission
To beat vitiligo by eradicating the psychological, social and physical effects on people’s lives and by finding effective treatments and a cure.
Your Experience
We are looking for a candidate who has a background in charity fundraising, in particular community, Trust and Foundation fundraising.
Key responsibilities
Fundraising from Trusts and Foundations
Leading on applications to trusts and foundations with input from the Charity Director and delivery teams as needed, incl:
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Writing and submitting high quality applications to trusts and foundations that reflect The Vitiligo Society and our members' stories.
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Researching potential charitable trusts and foundations to approach for funding.
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Build and maintain positive relationships with key personnel in relevant funding organisations.
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Support monitoring and evaluation and coordinate relevant reporting to funders.
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Establishing and maintaining a funders database within our existing CRM system.
Community Fundraising
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Assisting with improving the processes for donations from individuals.
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Working in cooperation with the staff, trustees and volunteers to develop and deliver up to 3 fundraising campaigns per year (a minimum of 1).
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Recruiting and supporting community volunteers to undertake fundraising activities.
Other Fundraising
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Working with the Charity Director to develop the organisation’s Trusts and Community fundraising strategy.
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Assist with the development of a corporate fundraising strategy as appropriate.
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Assist with the reporting on income generation and evaluating progress.
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Keeping up to date with best practice in fundraising and fundraising trends.
People Management
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Oversee the engagement of volunteer fundraisers, supporting them to undertake community fundraising activities and sharing their stories to inspire others.
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Build, and encourage, positive working relationships with other staff to ensure members receive relevant information at the right time and that communications reflect the lived experience of individuals affected by vitiligo.
General
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Working within the The Vitiligo Society ethos and values.
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Be part of a rota of staff & volunteers answering the Society's helpline
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Attend The Vitiligo Society events when required, which may include planning and attending support events virtually and in person.
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Be part of the rota for checking The Vitiligo Society’s social media outside normal office hours.
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Support content creation for The Vitiligo Society, by identifying potential case studies and stories.
This job description cannot cover every task that might arise within the post and the post-holder will be expected to carry out other duties from time to time.
This is a one year fixed term role until 31 March 2026 with potential for extension. Applicants need to be based in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Pratham is one of the largest and most respected education charities in India. We developed a model that can teach a child to read and do basic maths in as little as 30 days for £14. We also have preschool, vocational and women's education programmes.
We have strong support from the UK Indian diaspora and are in a period of significant growth, having tripled in size in three years. We expect to raise £1.8m this year and are ambitious to at least triple again.
While you will work in a small, fully remote team daily, you will be part of the global Pratham network. The team in India has over 6,000 staff, and they raise $28m locally. Pratham USA has 14 chapters and produces around 12 galas annually, contributing to its $30m income. We have recently launched Pratham International, and we will work with them to reach more children worldwide in the years ahead.
This role will be key in sharing Pratham’s impactful work with our supporters. The core of the role is to manage digital content across email, social media, and our website, and play a vital role in supporting fundraising events, particularly our annual gala which will be held at the V&A in November this year and recruiting runners of the London Marathon.
We expect to launch a new website in 2025, a version of the new Pratham USA website that is due to roll out in mid-March. You’ll have an important role in adapting and tailoring it for Pratham UK.
There is potential for some advocacy work but that is secondary to the fundraising and communications elements.
If you’re a proactive communicator who thrives on creativity and is excited by the opportunity to support events and grow with an ambitious organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Freedom for Animals (formerly known as the Captive Animals Protection Society) is one of the oldest animal rights charities in the UK. Established in 1957, we are celebrating over 65 years of working for animals. Through a combination of undercover investigations, research, campaigns, political lobbying and education, Freedom for Animals is working for an end to the abuse and exploitation of animals for human entertainment in zoos, mobile zoos, aquariums, bird of prey centres, circuses, TV, film and media, and the exotic pet trade.
Freedom for Animals is seeking an experienced Supporter Care Officer to support the Fundraising Manager.
The successful candidate will join a small but growing team and will play a key role in supporting the delivery organisation’s strategic objectives.
You will have demonstrable experience in Google for Business, Microsoft Office and CRM databases, preferably Salesforce. Supporter care and fundraising experience would be an advantage although training will be given. You will assist the Fundraising Manager with a wide range of fundraising tasks and will be responsible for responding to correspondence from donors and supporters. You will also be required to enter data onto the Salesforce CRM so an attention to detail is essential. You will have excellent communication skills and experience of working within small to medium-sized teams. You will be a team player, have a good level of education, be a passionate advocate for animals and animal rights, and share Freedom for Animals ethos and vision. Knowledge of animal protection issues relating to zoos, mobile zoos, aquariums, bird of prey zoos, circuses and the exotic pet trade would be an advantage.
Please submit a CV and a covering letter detailing how your skills, knowledge and experience match the Main Duties and Responsibilities outlined in the Job Description and Person Specification.
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Location: Surrey, West Sussex, Hampshire (Home-based with travel as required)
Salary: Up to £32,000 FTE (21 hours per week)
Contract Type: One-year fixed-term contract
Are you a skilled fundraiser who is ready to make a difference?
GRACE is a charity dedicated to supporting women diagnosed with gynaecological cancers. Our team is seeking a dynamic Trust and Corporate Fundraising Manager to help grow our vital income streams so we can increase our research and support programmes. This is an exciting opportunity to join a small, passionate team during a time of transformation, and to play a pivotal role in helping even more women with gynaecological cancers across our network to not just live, but to live well.
The Role
As Trust and Corporate Fundraising Manager, you will:
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver a fundraising strategy to secure income from trusts, foundations, and corporate partners.
- Create tailored funding applications and build long-term partnerships.
- Monitor income targets and report on impact.
- Collaborate with the team to create innovative campaigns.
About You
- You’ll have proven experience in trust and corporate fundraising with a successful track record.
- Possess excellent communication, relationship-building, and strategic thinking skills.
- Most importantly, you’ll be passionate about making a difference and supporting women with gynaecological cancers.
What We Offer
- A supportive and flexible, where practical, work environment.
- An opportunity to be part of a team leading on the sustainability and transformation of the charity.
- A chance to transform lives and drive meaningful change.
Ready to Join Us?
If you’re passionate about fundraising and want to use your skills to support women facing gynaecological cancers, we’d love to hear from you.
Let’s beat gynaecological cancers, together.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Salary: £30,750 - £36,990, depending on experience
Hours: 35 hours Monday to Friday (flexible)
Location: Remote, with some travel across the UK
Job Ref: 1211
Are you a skilled fundraiser with a passion for social justice?
Cranstoun is recruiting for a brand new role to lead on raising funds from charitable trusts and foundations.
The Trust Fundraising Manager will build on Cranstoun’s existing fundraising pipeline and develop new relationships with grant-makers to support the charity’s work across all five service areas: drugs and alcohol, domestic abuse, criminal justice, housing & homelessness, and children & young people.
We’re looking for a skilled fundraiser with an entrepreneurial approach. You will have experience of working in a fundraising and/or charity environment and a proven track record of researching and securing trust and grant income.
This role will be home based, with regular travel to London/Birmingham and other areas of the UK.
We encourage applications from individuals looking for flexible working arrangements.
To download an application, please vist the website via the apply button.
Unfortunately, we are unable to accept CVs.
Closing date: Sunday 15 March 2025.
Interview date: w/c 24 March 2025.
We are an inclusive employer, committed to promoting equality and diversity in all areas of our work.
Registered Charity No: 1061582
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Inclusion North is a Community Interest Company which exists to make inclusion a reality for all people with a learning disability, autistic people, and their families. We are looking for an experienced and motivated professional to lead our fundraising efforts and drive impactful campaigns that raise awareness and increase financial sustainability.
This is an exciting opportunity to join Inclusion North at a critical time. We have a strong reputation, a dedicated team, and a clear vision for growth. However, we need to diversify our income streams and strengthen our campaigns to ensure long-term sustainability. This role will be instrumental in securing vital funding, developing partnerships, and amplifying our voice.
As a values-led organisation, it’s not just what we do that matters, but how we do it. Inclusion North is built on an equal partnership between people with lived experience and professionals committed to making inclusion a reality. We are looking for a Campaigns & Fundraising Manager who embodies these values and can bring creativity, strategic thinking, and fundraising expertise to our team.
If you are passionate about social change, have experience in securing funding, and want to lead campaigns that make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.
Hours, Contract, and Location
- Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (flexible working requests will be considered).
- Permanent contract.
- Home-based, with occasional travel across the North East, North Cumbria, Yorkshire, Humber, and Derbyshire.
- Salary: £40,000 per annum.
Closing date for applications: Friday 28th March.
We are a Disability Confident Employer.
To apply, download our application pack we do not accept CVs or covering letters
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Sense has a fantastic opportunity for someone to join our Fundraising Team as our Regional Fundraising Manager covering the Midlands. This is a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week. This role is home-based, however there will be regular travel to our Hub in Selly Oak, Birmingham as well as other locations across the Midlands.
This is a key role within the Midlands region for Sense, responsible for generating income and engagement, working closely with services, volunteers and engagement staff. The successful candidate will be responsible for generating community fundraising income in the Midlands .You will lead on the implementation and delivery of the community fundraising strategy in order to generate net income and attract more people to support Sense within the region. You aim will be to achieve the income target for the Midlands of £105,000 through 4 key income streams – local businesses, groups and associations, trading and education institutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and build long term relationships with key regional contacts, such as local businesses, organisations, schools and high value individuals to encourage financial and long-term support for Sense within the region
- Local businesses and grants are the largest income drivers for Sense community fundraising. Therefore, this role will build and develop a prospect list of key businesses and community grants in the area, to connect and then apply for
- Work with the Head of Community Fundraising to develop the Community Fundraising strategy for the Midlands, implementing core activities and identifying other potential regional opportunities.
- Achieve agreed income targets, monitoring and forecasting on a regular basis and taking remedial action when necessary
- Manage our Team Community Fundraiser who is based in the Midlands and support their key areas of work and regularly review and monitor their performance
- Collaborate with other teams in Fundraising to pass on supporters and generate potential leads for teams such as Events, High Value Partnerships and Legacies
- Support colleagues in our Operations and Trading teams to develop their fundraising potential including spotting and maximising potential higher value opportunities
- Build a strong relationship with colleagues based at Sense Hub in Selly Oak, Birmingham
Key skills and experience
- Understanding of Community based fundraising trends
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to keep clear and accurate records, producing reports and analysis and presenting them in an effective way to stakeholders and Head of Team
- Extensive experience of recruiting, supporting and stewarding fundraisers or volunteers
- A track record of generating income through various community income streams including groups and local businesses
- Extensive experience of building successful internal and external relationships
- Experience of managing multiple priorities simultaneously while still providing the highest level of customer care to all supporters
For a full job description and person specification, please see the link on the left hand side of the page.
About Sense
For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Sense are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.
Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.
To apply
Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your application to shortlist candidates for interview; in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the job description and person specification before applying.
Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.
No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.
Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to a DBS check; level dependent on the nature of the role.
For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Sense has a fantastic opportunity for someone to join our Fundraising Team as our Regional Fundraising Manager covering the East and London. This is a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week, working flexibly between home and our offices in King's Cross, London as well as other locations across the East and London, including Barnet, Luton and Cambridge.
This is a key role within the Midlands region for Sense, responsible for generating income and engagement, working closely with services, volunteers and engagement staff. The successful candidate will be responsible for generating community fundraising income in the Midlands .You will lead on the implementation and delivery of the community fundraising strategy in order to generate net income and attract more people to support Sense within the region. You aim will be to achieve the income target for the Midlands of £105,000 through 4 key income streams – local businesses, groups and associations, trading and education institutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and build long term relationships with key regional contacts, such as local businesses, organisations, schools and high value individuals to encourage financial and long-term support for Sense within the region
- Local businesses and grants are the largest income drivers for Sense community fundraising. Therefore, this role will build and develop a prospect list of key businesses and community grants in the area, to connect and then apply for
- Work with the Head of Community Fundraising to develop the Community Fundraising strategy for the London & East area, implementing core activities and identifying other potential regional opportunities
- Achieve agreed income targets, monitoring and forecasting on a regular basis and taking remedial action when necessary
- Manage our Team Community Fundraiser who is based in London & East and support their key areas of work and regularly review and monitor their performance
- Collaborate with other teams in Fundraising to pass on supporters and generate potential leads for teams such as Events, High Value Partnerships and Legacies
- Support colleagues in our Operations and Trading teams to develop their fundraising potential including spotting and maximising potential higher value opportunities
- Build a strong relationship with colleagues based at Sense Centres in Barnet, Luton and Cambridge
Key skills and experience
- Understanding of Community based fundraising trends
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to keep clear and accurate records, producing reports and analysis and presenting them in an effective way to stakeholders and Head of Team
- Extensive experience of recruiting, supporting and stewarding fundraisers or volunteers
- A track record of generating income through various community income streams including groups and local businesses
- Extensive experience of building successful internal and external relationships
- Experience of managing multiple priorities simultaneously while still providing the highest level of customer care to all supporters
For a full job description and person specification, please see the link on the left hand side of the page.
About Sense
For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Sense are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.
Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.
To apply
Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your application to shortlist candidates for interview; in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the job description and person specification before applying.
Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.
No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.
Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to a DBS check; level dependent on the nature of the role.
For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential.
Thank you!
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Fundraising Relationships Officer
£32,000 (full-time, permanent) – open to flexible working requests
Hybrid – 1 – 2 days per month in London office
The Talent Set is delighted to be partnering with a renowned animal welfare charity whose mission is to improve the welfare of working animals around the world and supporting the communities that depend on them.
We are seeking a proactive Fundraising Relationships Officer to support the team in driving the growth and development of the high value donor and corporate fundraising programme. You will take charge of managing mailings, conducting insightful donor research, organising impactful events, and providing crucial administrative support to ensure the smooth running of our fundraising efforts. You’ll play a crucial role in helping to deliver exceptional stewardship to high-net-worth individuals, legacy pledgers and corporate partners to ensure continued success.
The Role:
- Support on high value donor and corporate partnership fundraising and engagement activities, and lead on managing all initial enquiries
- Administer the high value donor thanking programme according to set procedures and timelines, all whilst providing exemplary stewardship
- Maintain the prospect pipeline, identifying potential donors and corporate partners, and conducting detailed, GDPR compliant research to enable effective cultivation
- Coordinate and organise fundraising and engagement events
- Support on the development and production of fundraising and marketing materials
- Provide general administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the team’s fundraising programme, such as drafting documents, updates and meeting minutes, dealing with telephone queries, data entry and filing
About You:
- An enthusiastic and proactive individual with experience in a fundraising or charity role
- A great understanding of and proficiency in using a database
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability to engage with stakeholders confidently
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- A team player with a collaborative approach to getting involved and supporting across a small team as required
Closing Date: Rolling applications
Interviews: TBC
To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.
We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Fundraising Relationships and Business Development Manager
£40,000 (full-time, permanent) – open to flexible working requests
Hybrid – 1 – 2 days per month in London office
The Talent Set is delighted to be partnering with a renowned animal welfare charity whose mission is to improve the welfare of working animals around the world and supporting the communities that depend on them.
This is a brilliant opportunity to join as their Fundraising Relationships and Business Development Manager, which will focus on philanthropy, legacies and corporate partnerships. You will spearhead the growth and expansion of their high value relationships, driving income and establishing exceptional stewardship journeys to secure long-term support. You will also manage and develop the Fundraising Relationships Officer.
We are seeking an experienced high value fundraiser with a track record of working across philanthropy, legacies and/or corporate partnerships, and can demonstrate developing new business and income growth.
The Role:
- Manage the development and delivery of the HNWI, legacy and corporate fundraising programme to secure new sources of funding, upgrade existing levels of giving, repeat donations and multi-year funding
- Develop existing and new relationships through tailored approaches/asks and exemplary stewardship activities (such as feedback reports, face to face meetings, phone calls)
- Lead on building the donor and partner pipeline, conducting diligent prospect research and identifying warm leads
- Develop and manage income and expenditure budgets, providing regular reporting, and reforecasting as required
- Work closely with internal colleagues and senior stakeholders, collaborating on fundraising activities
- Manage and support the Fundraising Relationships Officer
About You:
- An experienced high value fundraiser with expertise in philanthropy, legacies and/or corporate partnerships
- Track record of developing new business opportunities and demonstrating growing income
- Excellent communication skills, and ability to engage with senior internal and external stakeholders confidently
- Solid understanding of effective stewardship journeys and can demonstrate delivery of donor engagement plans
- Line management experience is desirable, seeking someone with ability and understanding of how to support and motivate direct reports
- Proactive, positive and a team player
Closing Date: Rolling
Interviews: TBC
To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.
We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.