Fundraising Management Jobs

Prospectus are excited to be working with our client to help them recruit for a Trusts Manager to join their fundraising team. The charity was set up in December 2003 to ensure that bereaved children and their families receive the best possible support following the death of someone close. The organisation is a leading UK bereavement charity, providing free, professional services and support to 1,000 bereaved children, young people and their families a year. They provide support across England and Wales face-to-face via their therapy hubs in London and Bristol as well as by phone and online.

The role is offered on a permanent, part-time (0.8FTE) basis with a salary of £38,000 to £40,000 per annum pro rata with a flexible hybrid working model between home and their office.  

The post holder will be responsible for researching and applying for relevant funding streams to exceed the fundraising team’s annual target. They will be responsible for building and maintaining excellent working relationships with a portfolio of current and prospective funders. The postholder will work with colleagues to package existing services into compelling proposals as well as supporting with developing new project proposals.

They are looking for someone with a demonstrable track record of securing 5-figure grants and donations within a Trusts and Foundations team. They are looking for a candidate with demonstrable experience in writing high-quality applications, reporting on the impact of funded projects, and managing relationships with funders. The ideal candidate will have a personal interest to develop knowledge and understanding of childhood bereavement and charity services, as well as their costs and funding needs, to be able to talk confidently with a wide range of stakeholders. 

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Firas El Dib at Prospectus.

If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you. 

In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.

We are looking for an Individual Giving and Insights Manager for an incredible health charity to lead a small, ambitious team.

This is a hybrid role with once a week in the London office.

The Charity
A warm and collaborative health charity, dedicated to driving research for new treatments and giving support to children and adults most in need. They have a staff of over 50 people securing c£6m last year.

You will be joining a passionate organisation, known for its supportive and progressive working culture, offering fantastic benefits including 25 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays, enhanced rates for parental leave and flexible working. They will consider compressed hours as well as much more!

The Role
Oversee the delivery of an established IG programme of £1.2m pa, managing a team of two.

The team is on an exciting journey of growth as they manage the development and launch of the new Membership and legacy product.

Lead on developing supporter journeys that grow supporter engagement and income.

To develop supporter insights and data segmentation that improve targeting and enable data-led decisions for acquisition and retention across our mass fundraising programme.

To identify, test and implement new activities to increase income, with a focus on cost-effective, digital channels.

The Candidate
Experience of line management - developing and monitoring KPIs

Planning, managing and evaluating multi-channel direct marketing campaigns for acquisition and retention

Planning, executing and evaluating integrated supporter journeys, using digital platforms

Planning and managing projects and budgets and an understanding of current data legislation, particularly GDPR.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful and your details will not be held further but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

Summary

As a Multi-channel Designer working alongside a team of marketing specialists, brand experts, designers and videographers, you will deliver creative solutions to a wide range of briefs to help achieve our vision of a world where diabetes can do no harm. You'll be responsible for driving creative excellence in design, across multiple platforms and projects, and for bringing our brand to life.

We have a friendly and inclusive working environment here at Diabetes UK and are proud of our hybrid approach which allows great flexibility in the way that we work. This means that you can balance your working time between home and the office, subject to the needs of your role.

Interview date : 10^th, 11th and 13th December

Package

What we can offer you:

• Generous annual leave starting at 25 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time)
• A Cash Healthcare Plan (giving you up to £1,600 towards a range of out of pocket health expenses like new glasses, dentist, chiropractor or osteopath appointments)
• Early finish Friday and flexible working as part of our approach to activity based working (not applicable to roles with fixed shift patterns)
• 2 Days TOIL in recognition of fixed shift patterns (pro-rata for part-time)
• Discounts on gym membership
• Employee assistance programme to give you support on any issues that come up in life
• Annual season ticket loan* (on completion of your probation period and if contract is permanent or longer than 12 months)
• Very active social scene including sport teams, gardening and other activities
• Generous pension provision, life assurance and income protection insurance
• Cycle to work scheme* (eligible for scheme if contract is permanent or longer than 12 months)

*Some benefits aren't available until you've passed your probation period and are dependent on the length of contract.

Main Responsibilities

You will work both collaboratively and independently to deliver high quality design work for a range of outputs including publications, reports, digital assets, animations, illustrations, marketing and campaign materials, fundraising collateral, and brand development projects . You will act as a guardian and a champion for the Brand, liaising with colleagues and stakeholders from all areas of the organisation to deliver high standard work on schedule, on brand and within budget.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who thinks creatively, is highly inspired and has a well thought through portfolio to reflect this.

• You will have solid experience in designing within brand guidelines for both print materials and digital platforms.
• You will be proficient in using Adobe Creative Suite as well as Microsoft Office applications, to deliver innovative and impactful creative, working from concept to final execution.
• You will ideally have skills in both animation and illustration and will be able to share previous examples of work in both these areas.
• You will be confident in effectively managing internal and external stakeholders at all levels and have experience in working closely with freelancers, agencies and external suppliers and contractors.
• You will be a clear communicator, comfortable with working independently with little supervision as well as part of a collaborative team of other creatives, proactively seeking support or escalating issues as needed.
  

About us

Our purpose is simple, to save lives at sea. Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for nearly 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from anyone.

Your role

We’re looking for an experienced social media professional who has the expertise to lead the delivery of the RNLI’s social media strategy and approaches across both paid and organic, advising and supporting a wide range of stakeholders at all levels of an organisation in order to help save lives at sea.

As Senior Social Media Manager, key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing the delivery of paid and organic content, as well as community management, across our channels
• Line managing a team of social media specialists
• Providing strategic and outcomes-focused responses to marketing briefs
• Driving forward social media fundraising for the RNLI
• Procuring, implementing and managing relevant social media tools and software
• Innovating in the social media space, including launching new channels
• Leading on the social media elements of crisis communication responses

We are a 24/7 emergency service. You will be required to occasionally be part of the social media rota system which includes shifts between 9am-8pm (Monday to Friday) and some weekend working.

Hybrid with the expectation to travel to Poole once a month.

About you

To be considered for the Senior Social Media Manager role, you will have substantial experience leading on organic and paid content and the strategic use of social media within a large organisation, as well as experience of line management and stakeholder management.

For more information and to apply, please visit our jobs page.

Closing date: 1 December 2024. 

Interview dates: 7 & 8 January 2025.

The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).

Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.

Amigos Worldwide is an inspirational Christian charity which brings a holistic approach to equipping disadvantaged people and communities with the tools they need to become whole and thriving. It has been delivering poverty alleviation projects in Uganda for nearly 25 years with a UK head office in Barnstaple, North Devon.  Amigos Worldwide works alongside people and their churches to bring about sustainable and lasting change through education, vocational training, conservation farming and clean water, reaching over 30,000 people annually. Its vision is for locally led community development for all through the local church.

As our current CEO moves on to take a new opportunity in the local UK church, we are seeking someone with the God-led heart, people skills, fundraising understanding and hands-on leadership to take this charity into its next chapter.

Candidate Requirements:

• Heart: The post has a Genuine Occupational Requirement for the holder to be a practising and committed Christian.  Someone who will continue to seek God’s will for this charity through the Holy Spirit, with a heart for Christian holistic transformation. Previous experience of international development would be ideal but not essential.
• People Skills: The post requires someone that can develop and maintain effective personal relationships with a wide range of UK funders and supporters – securing and maintaining income is a core part of the role, and excellent communication, public speaking and networking skills are needed.
• Cross Cultural Experience: Experience of working in Africa or a lower income country, with the cultural appreciation that results would be beneficial.
• Leadership: The post also needs someone with proven leadership and management experience, both for the UK office of three part-time (admin, social media and finance) staff and to support the Amigos Uganda team and South Sudan initiative.
• Strategy: In collaboration with the UK trustees and Ugandan directors, the postholder will help define and plan long term strategy for the charity. To understand financial and strategic planning, stakeholder relationships, marketing and communications, team leadership, and legal and compliance regulations.
• A current DBS will be required on appointment.

This is a wonderful opportunity to make a real difference by taking forward our work with churches and others who are committed to transformation in the lives and communities of marginalised and disadvantaged people.

Overview

Sponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO London) is looking to hire a Marketing and Communications Manager, reporting to the Head of Outreach and Communications.

• Job Title: Marketing and Communications Manager
• Team: Outreach and Communications
• Location: 41 Great Guildford Street, London SE1 0ES

We offer flexible and hybrid working but office-based work is required from all staff on a regular basis. For this role we require the post-holder to be in the office for a minimum of 2 days per week.  

• Reports to: Head of Outreach and Communication
•  Line Management: Senior Marketing Coordinator
• Term: Permanent Role 
• 28 hours per week
• Ideal start date: ASAP
• Annual salary: £38K–£46K (pro rata) depending on experience

We are open to flexible arrangements for the right candidate

About SEO London

SEO London is a registered charity in the UK dedicated to offering educational, training, and mentoring support to students and young professionals from low socioeconomic and ethnic minority backgrounds.

Our programmes foster pre-professional development, facilitate career access, and ensure long-term success in various competitive global industries. Since our establishment in 2000, SEO London has played a pivotal role in advancing workplace diversity and inclusion. Numerous alumni, who have benefited from our transformative initiatives, now occupy key positions in leading UK and global corporations and firms. Our collaborations span across industries such as investment banking, asset management, consulting, commercial real estate, technology, alternative investments, insurance, and corporate law. Through partnerships with our sponsor firms, we empower our participants by providing industry insights, employability support, and exclusive access to job and internship opportunities in their chosen sectors.

OUR VISION

A society where everyone, regardless of background has equal opportunity to achieve long-term professional and personal success.

OUR MISSION

To prepare talented students from underrepresented backgrounds for career success through industry-specific education and training programmes.

OUR VALUES

Diversity: We value teamwork and champion diversity in all its forms, including diversity of thought.

Innovation: We foster a culture of creativity and forward thinking. We continuously seek new ideas to support our service users while ensuring the meaningful engagement of our sponsors.

Integrity: We act with integrity and communicate openly with all our stakeholders.

Collaboration: We provide a collaborative and rewarding environment with continuous personal and professional development opportunities for all.

Who we support

SEO London supports students and young professionals from ethnic minority groups and low socioeconomic backgrounds. We aim to support those who need us the most.

Ethnic minority groups:  As per UK government guidelines, we use ethnic minority to describe all ethnic groups other than White British or other White backgrounds.

Low Socioeconomic backgrounds: At SEO London, socioeconomic background is assessed as belonging to one or more of the following: household income, free school meal status, refugee or asylum seeker background, experience of local authority care, education and occupation of parents, and history of having lived in social housing.

The Role

The Marketing and Communications Manager role at SEO London presents an exciting opportunity for a proactive professional to work in a dynamic environment. This position requires a hands-on approach and allows the individual to apply their full range of marketing and communications skills. The primary responsibility is to lead and execute SEO London’s marketing and communications strategy,

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Strategy Development and Execution

· Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing and communications strategy that aligns with the organisation’s mission, vision, and objectives.

· Conduct market research to understand target audiences and adjust strategies accordingly.

· Further develop our plan for B2B marketing.

Business-to-business marketing

· Execute a B2B marketing strategy aligned with SEO London’s goals and objectives.

· Create and manage multi-channel campaigns, including social media, email marketing, and PR, to boost SEO London’s visibility amongst existing and potential corporate sponsor firms.

· Produce sponsor-focused content, including success stories, industry insights and data-driven reports, to demonstrate ROI and the value of partnership with SEO London.

· Cultivate and maintain relationships with media outlets, sponsors and relevant individuals within existing and potential sponsor firms.

Brand Management and PR

· Maintain and strengthen the organisation’s brand image across all communication channels.

· Ensure consistent messaging and visual identity across campaigns, events and SEO London’s online presence.

· Collaborate with sponsor firms and other external partners to promote SEO London content in the media.

· Work with the Impact Team to develop and promote testimonials and highlight SEO London’s annual impact metrics.

Content Creation and Management

· Oversee content creation, including press releases, newsletters, social media posts and website updates.

· Collect and promote engaging stories and testimonials that highlight the organisation’s impact and promote its mission.

Digital Marketing and Social Media

· Review and further SEO London’s social media plan and engagement tactics.

· Manage and grow the organisation's social media presence on platforms such as LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.

· Possess a deep understanding of social media, along with a high level of creativity and expertise, to make the organisation’s social media platforms stand out.

· Develop and execute digital marketing campaigns, including email marketing, social media ads and SEO strategies.

· Manage Google ads and Google analytics.

Public Relations and Media Engagement

· Build and maintain relationships with journalists, bloggers and media outlets.

· Draft press releases and pitch stories, and respond to media inquiries to increase the organisation's visibility and reputation.

Stakeholder Communications

· Coordinate and/or support communications with key stakeholders including donors, partners, and the broader community.

· Create targeted messages for different audiences, ensuring they are relevant and impactful.

Event Promotion and Support

· Support the promotion of events and fundraisers.

· Collaborate with external and internal event organisers to ensure consistent branding and messaging.

Marketing to student audience

· Drive the marketing and promotion of our programmes to students at campuses across the UK.

· Lead digital marketing campaigns for student recruitment during the recruitment season.

· Collaborate with the Outreach Manager to align outreach and marketing efforts, ensuring programme needs and KPIs are met.

· Analyse campaign performance and adjust strategies to optimise engagement and lead generation.

Internal communications

· Support the development of strong and consistent internal communications, working in the first instance with an internal project team.

Monitoring and evaluation

· Oversee quality control of all outputs.

· Use data to understand and improve the performance of the organisation’s communications efforts.

Analytics and Reporting 

· Monitor and report on the effectiveness of marketing campaigns and communications efforts, using metrics to drive continuous improvement.

· Use tools like Google Analytics, Google Ads, social media insights, and email marketing reports to assess and refine strategies.

Team Collaboration and Line Management

· Work closely with other departments to align marketing efforts with programme goals and organisational priorities.

· Provide line management as required, including goal setting, performance management, task planning and execution, identifying learning and development opportunities, and hold accountability for the team member’s outcomes and outputs.

Person Specification

Essential skills and experience of:

· Proven experience in B2B marketing

· Proven experience across communications functions, including PR and social media

· Using data to analyse social communications performance.

· Project management and stakeholder management.

· Demonstrable success in building and maintaining high-impact partnerships.

· Microsoft (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint) and Canva.

· Internal communications.

· Event marketing and promotion.

Desirable skills and knowledge

· Salesforce CRM.

· Photoshop.

· Knowledge of the UK’s education system.

· A deep understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Behaviours:

· Positive and proactive self-starter.

· Creativity and thinking outside the box.

· Ability to influence and engage various stakeholders inside and outside the organisation.

· Excellent written and verbal communication.

· Tact, diplomacy and integrity.

· Understanding and compassion.

· Highly organised, flexible, and independent.

· Application of DEI knowledge to foster a positive organisational culture.

Required qualifications

· Minimum of 5 years work experience including experience in a management position.

· Native-level fluency in English, with strong creative writing abilities.

· Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent.

What we offer

· Annual Leave: 28 days + Bank Holidays.

· Enhanced Family Friendly Policy.

· Enhanced pension scheme

· Flexible working (2 days in the office) and a lovely office space by Borough Station.

· Benefits:

1. Employee Assistance Programm
2. Discounted gyms via Medicash
3. Charity workers discount Critical illness cover
4. Cash plan healthcare [AM1] and more... Timeline

Closing date for applications: January 6th
First and Second interviews: on rolling basis

We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply as soon as possible. 

Equal opportunities Statement

SEO London is committed to ensuring that no prospective or current employee is discriminated against on the basis of race, sex, gender, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation, employment status, socioeconomic background, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic. We also strive to avoid disadvantaging individuals due to any condition or requirement that is not demonstrably justifiable. 

Right to Work
Do you have the right to work in the UK? Unfortunately, at this time, we cannot provide sponsorship or consider overseas applications.

The Communications and Information Officer is responsible for our external communications, our social media channels, and maintaining and managing our website. Working mainly with colleagues from the Sector Support and Grants team initially, to raise awareness about the impact of our work as well as the work of the legal advice charities we support. The role will also support Events and Fundraising team to achieve greater participation in our fundraising events, and better engagement with supporters across the legal sector. The role holder will help to create and implement a sustainable communications plan and social media strategy, generating innovative content to grow our online presence and increase engagement.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about access to justice and enthusiasm for our work and commitment to social justice and equal opportunities for all.  You will bring excellent digital skills; experience in a communications and marketing, public relations and/or digital role; and a proven ability to effectively write and edit copy for different audiences.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Creating contents and planning communications
• Website management
• Social media management
• Events and fundraising
• Contact management system management
• Public relations
• Data protection

Person specification, essential criteria

• Enthusiasm for the cause and our work; commitment to social justice and equal opportunities for all
• Excellent digital skills, including experience of content management systems such as WordPress
• Experience in a communications and marketing, public relations and/or digital role and understanding of organisational branding
• Proven ability to effectively write and edit copy for different audiences
•  Confidence with IT including Microsoft Office suite
• Excellent proofreading, copywriting and editing skills
• Proven ability to communicate with a wide range of people and to liaise effectively with other organisations
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good eye for design and some experience with design software such as Canva or InDesign
• Ability to work well under pressure; strong organisational skills to work in a busy environment with competing demands
• Highly motivated, with ability to work on own initiative as part of a small team
•  Flexibility and willingness to learn new skills; professional, reliable and responsible
•  Ability to occasionally work outside office hours as required (with time off in lieu), particularly in the build-up to events, on the days of events and in other busy periods
•  A positive attitude to problem-solving and finding new solutions

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave, increasing to a maximum of 31 days with the numbers of years in the organisation (pro-rata for part time) plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time)
• Hybrid working
• Flexible working options
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Contribution to pension scheme (5% employer, minimum 3% employee)
• Continuing personal development opportunities
• Enhanced maternity/adoption and paternity leave pay

Please see attached Recruitment Pack for more details and specifications about the role.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Cornwall Community Foundation as Philanthropy Director, based in Cornwall and able to attend the CCF office in Bodmin weekly.

Salary: £39,000-£43,000 FTE depending on experience

At the Cornwall Community Foundation, we want Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly to be a great place to live for everyone. Our mission is to raise sustainable funds from individuals and businesses and distribute them to community and grassroots non-profit organisations who are changing people’s lives across the county.

This is a rare opportunity to join our team in an interim capacity as Philanthropy Director where you will be responsible for managing and developing relationships with our long-term supporters.

If you have a strong major donor fundraising background we want to hear from you. We offer a friendly environment to work in and you'll be joining a team who really are making a difference in Cornwall.

To apply for this post please read the application pack on our website.

Closing date Thursday 5th December 2024.

The British Asian Trust is a diaspora-led international development organisation, delivering programmes tackling problems and inequalities in the areas of education, livelihoods, mental health, child protection and conservation in South Asia.
As Philanthropy Manager, you will work in a small, dynamic team – aiming to secure lasting, unrestricted donations and foster high-impact connections through BAT’s Founders Circle and other HNW prospects, corporates and family foundations.

You will manage and renew a mid-level donor portfolio, working closely with the executive team and senior volunteers (including Trustees) to maximise network opportunities and proactively make fundraising asks at a 5-figure level. This role is ideal for someone with the skills and confidence to work proactively to engage donors directly, supporting the team as needed with larger asks and cross-team collaborations. You will drive donor relationships, create effective donor engagement strategies, and develop compelling copy/proposals.

To support income growth, you will help further a creative and opportunistic fundraising team culture, making effective approaches and asks to increase reach and engage new audiences. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful change in South Asia, while developing your expertise in a supportive team focused on donor relationships. With exposure to senior leadership and hands-on engagement, you’ll have the chance to innovate and build lasting connections with BAT’s valued supporters.

The Role

• Portfolio Renewal: Own a portfolio of warm mid-level donors (typically contributing 5-figure gifts), with a focus on relationship-building to secure renewed asks/unrestricted support to our Founder’s Circle.
• Engagement & Event Support: Support key donor engagement events like our annual charity dinner, ensuring an engaging experience for HNW donors during these impactful moments and stewarding accordingly.
• Compelling Communication: Write succinct, compelling materials, such as presentations, proposals, and cases for support, to communicate our vision and keep donors inspired and engaged.
• Collaborative Initiative: Work with senior stakeholders, including Trustees and executive team members, to maximise donor potential through a team approach. Remain agile and adaptable to respond to tasks and produce high-quality, detailed work with a high degree of autonomy.
• Data & CRM Management: Maintain accurate records on the CRM (Salesforce), ensuring donor data is up to date and compliant, to effectively track and manage donor pipelines.

About You

• Mid-Level Giving Experience: Ideally, you’ve managed a similar donor portfolio, such as a Giving Circle or mid-level program, and know the nuances of donor engagement at a 5-figure level.
• Adaptable, Entrepreneurial Mindset: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment, with the ability to prioritise tasks and respond to new opportunities as necessary.
• Excellent Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communications skills are essential, as you’ll need to engage and inspire donors while keeping communication clear and concise.
• Collaborative Team Player: Able to work well with senior leadership while remaining approachable and flexible, and open to shaping your approach to meet team needs.

Closing Date: Friday 29th November
Interviews: First interviews in person 5/10th December

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.
Candidates will need to have the right to work in the UK, unfortunately we are not able to provide sponsorship for this role.

The Friends of Conquest Hospital CIO supports The Conquest Hospital by providing additional equipment and services that directly enhances the health, comfort and wellbeing of patients, their families, and hospital staff. We aim to ensure that patients receive the best level of care, diagnosis and treatment locally. Over the past decade, we have donated items and services totaling over £3.5m.

The General Manager is responsible for the overall management and operation of The Friends of Conquest Hospital, overseeing daily operations and leading the development and implementation of new opportunities for the charity.  Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the General Manager will work collaboratively to fulfill the charity’s objectives, driving various fundraising initiatives. This dynamic, hands-on role requires a blend of strong management and operational skills, fundraising capabilities, excellent communication and relationship-building abilities, and a genuine passion for enhancing local healthcare services. You will bring a "can-do" attitude, balancing business as usual with a visionary approach to the charity’s growth and sustainability. Candidates with experience in fundraising are particularly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Provide strategic leadership and direction in alignment with the Friends goals and values. 

• Oversee all aspects of organisational management, including financial stewardship, resource allocation, and risk management. 

• Cultivate relationships with donors, partners, and community leaders to support fundraising efforts and drive growth. 

• Lead and inspire a dedicated team of staff and volunteers, providing mentorship and support for professional development. 

• Foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, and accountability amongst staff, volunteers, and stakeholders. 

• Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance the charity's impact and sustainability. 

Personal Attributes:

• Inspirational leadership: Capable of motivating and empowering teams, volunteers, and stakeholders. 

• Resilient and adaptable: Able to manage challenges and drive innovation in a rapidly changing environment.

• Collaborative: An advocate for teamwork and open communication, working across multiple departments and with diverse groups.

• Visionary: Forward-thinking with the ability to align the charity’s goals with the needs of Conquest Hospital and the local community. 

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader to make a lasting impact in the healthcare charity sector, contributing to the wellbeing of patients, families, and staff at The Conquest Hospital.

Additional Information:   

• Salary: £35,000
• Hours: 30 hours / 4 days
• Contract: Permanent
• Annual Leave: 20 days per year + statutory holidays 
• Staff Pension
• Able and willing to work occasional evenings and weekends. 
• Willingness to undergo a DBS check.
• The expectation is that most of the hours will be carried out at the charity’s base at The Conquest Hospital. 

Applications

To apply please send your CV and a covering letter (no more than 2 sides of A4). The deadline for applications is 12 noon 18th December 2024. 1st stage interviews will be held week commencing 13th January 2025. 

If you have any queries or would like an informal conversation, please contact us by email.

About us

We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. We’re the place to turn to for anything and everything to do with breast cancer. However you’re experiencing breast cancer, we’re here. 

The brightest minds in breast cancer research are here. Making life-saving research happen in labs across the UK and Ireland. Support services, trustworthy breast cancer information and specialist nurses are here. Ready to support you whenever you need it. Dedicated campaigners are here. Fighting for the best possible treatment, services and care for anyone affected by breast cancer.

About the role

We’re looking for a case study officer to join our talented and ambitious press, PR and celebrity team.

The successful candidate will support all elements of the charity’s case study function including recruiting and engaging new individuals with the charity who are willing to share their personal experiences of breast cancer to support our work and managing and nurturing key relationships day-to-day so they have the best possible experience when supporting the charity.  

A key element of the role will be supporting colleagues in the press, PR and celebrity team to identify and seize opportunities for case studies to share their experiences to raise awareness of breast cancer, Breast Cancer Now and how we’re here for anyone affected by this devastating disease.  

You’ll will work with teams across the organisation to support them in sharing the voices of people affected by breast cancer through their work. Liaising closely with colleagues to understand where case study support is required, you’ll identify the people who, through sharing their personal experiences, can best support activities to deliver on charity objectives. Key to this will be gathering the relevant insight and identifying ways we can engage case studies with our work in a way that’s mutually beneficial.

About you

You’ll have a good understanding of issues impacting people affected by breast cancer. With this you’ll have an awareness of, sensitivity to and ability to adapt to their changing needs and circumstances and how this might impact their ability or wish to support the charity’s work.  

When engaging individuals with sharing their story to support us, you’ll approach this work with professionalism, sensitivity and care at all times, being sure to identify opportunities bring about mutual benefit for both parties.

Handling sensitive information appropriately at all times is key to this role, and requires you to have a knowledge of GDPR regulations and a commitment to[VS3]  following Breast Cancer Now’s compliance and confidentiality regulations. You’ll also be proficient in using CRM tools to store and record interactions and sensitive data relating to supporters.

A strong verbal and written communicator with high levels of organisation, you’ll be prompt in responding to supporters and colleagues appropriately and with clear and accurate information. You will also be a quick learner and work well as part of a fast-paced press, PR and celebrity team.

Job description and benefits

Please download the job description and our attractive benefits package.

Primary location of role and hybrid working

This role is primarily based in our London office. Our hybrid working model allows you to work up to 3 days per week at home.

When applying

We hope you choose to apply for this role. To support your application, you’ll be asked to submit your anonymised CV and a supporting statement. Please refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as you can with examples, to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria. If you’ve any immediate questions please email the Recruitment Team.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

We’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who we support.

Closing date: 9am on Tuesday 26 November 2024

Interview date: Week commencing 2 December 2024

• Salary:£37,000-£40,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Location: London-based/hybrid working with some UK and International travel (minimum 1 day per week in the office on a Monday)
• Working Pattern: Full-time, Permanent, Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm (some weekends and evenings required)

• Deliver exceptional corporate challenge events, from team registrations to on-site logistics.
• Plan and execute gala dinners and award ceremonies, managing budgets, suppliers, and attendee experience.
• Oversee the annual carol service, ensuring every detail-from VIP coordination to marketing-is handled with precision.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including communications and development, to maximise event success.
• Take ownership of specific event elements, such as branding, merchandise, and supplier management.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Dandelion Time’s pioneering nature-based therapy seeks to rebuild the confidence and self-belief of children and families impacted by trauma, enabling them to take the necessary steps to move forward.  To support our expansion across Kent, we have an exciting opportunity to join our close knit and hugely supportive team as the Bid Manager.  We have just launched our five-year plan and need an experienced, confident and collaborative individual who will be able to hit the ground running.

Reporting to the Director of Finance and supported by an experienced part-time Bid Writer you will be lead on the development and implementation of the income generation strategy for bids, primarily from Trusts and Foundations. Your focus will be to identify a diverse range of high value opportunities to build a pipeline of sustainable income.

To excel in this role you will demonstrate significant experience of researching and writing detailed and compelling proposals for trusts.  You will have a proven track record of meeting and exceeding income targets, securing one-off or multi-year grants of five-figure sums or above and multi-year funding.  

Your excellent communication skills will enable you to cultivate and manage relationships with key decision-makers, including the day-to-day management of both new and existing funders.

Please be aware that your cover letter will be assessed as part of your application and should clearly set out how and why you meet the person specification for this job.

What can we offer you?

At Dandelion Time we always strive to achieve a happy and healthy work-life balance for all.  Where practicable we offer flexible working arrangements to allow you to work in a way that suits your individual lifestyle. 

• Hybrid working and flexibility in work patterns
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time staff) with the opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
• Generous enhanced sick pay
• Excellent communication and technology processes
• Skilled, supportive, collaborative and caring colleagues
• Working in and with nature and animals at our rural based settings
• Opportunity to enjoy be actively involved in our beautiful sites

You will be based at our West Farleigh (Maidstone) site but will on occasion visit our other sites including Shadoxhurst (Ashford) and Shorne (Gravesend) and new ones as we grow. Please note that public transport is limited at all our sites so you will need your own transport.

Safeguarding

Dandelion Time is committed to a culture that safeguards and promotes the welfare of children and their families with robust recruitment procedures that deter and prevent people who are unsuitable to work with children from applying for or securing employment within the charity.  All individuals working in any capacity at Dandelion Time will be subject to safeguarding checks in line with the statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education.  This will include a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check against both the Adult and Child Barred List service.  Evidence of ID, your right to work in the UK, your relevant qualifications, current address and satisfactory references are also a requirement.

Equality and Diversity

Dandelion Time is committed to creating a more inclusive organisation which benefits from a variety of perspectives and better reflects the communities we serve, to make smarter decisions and better support our families.  We expect all our people to be accountable for equality, diversity and inclusion at Dandelion Time. It is only by working together in unity that we can ensure that everyone can perform at their best. We warmly welcome applications from all sectors of the community and from a diverse range of genders, backgrounds, ethnicities, sexual orientations and physical abilities.

As part of our Safer Recruitment procedures, we proactively remove bias by ensuring whenever possible, the recruiting panel only receive anonymised applications to complete the shortlisting process.

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In Your Corner are entering an exciting phase of growth, having recently converted to a charitable legal structure. After eight years of successful leadership, our founder is stepping down from their current post as CEO, and their position on the board. We are now looking forward to our future as a charity and seek a strategic leader with the passion to drive us forward. 

We are an award-winning social enterprise whose mission is to support young people to develop the emotional and relational skills that will support them to thrive, through combining non-contact boxing with evidence-based ideas from psychological intervention.  As a values-based organisation we're seeking someone with a commitment to our mission, vision and values; as-well as a solid understanding of youth work, mental health, or boxing/sport for change work and ability to use this to guide leadership decisions and actions. 

The CEO will lead IYC’s services and charitable activities, ensuring effective day-to-day management and development of services and income, while maintaining a positive stakeholder engagement that aligns with its strategy, and ensures future success, financial sustainability, and impact.

This role is part-time and will include occasional evenings to support core project delivery times and board meetings. Regular in-person working in Inner London locations for project visits and meetings is a requirement. However, other activities can be completed via remote working.

We welcome applications from first-time CEOs who feel they have the skills, experiences and vision for this role. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and positively encourage applications from under-represented communities and people with lived experience.

You can find all information, specifications and requirements within our role pack. Please note that all applications must be received by 23:30 on Sunday 8th December 2024.