Head Of Fundraising Jobs in City Of London, England
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Head of Family Service
Would you like to work for an award-winning charity?
Are you passionate about creating life-changing experiences for children and young adults with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and their families?
Do you want to lead a team that delivers holistic, impactful support for families navigating education, health, and care systems?
If so, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
About the Role:
As the Head of Family Service, you will lead and manage LDN London’s Family Services across Westminster, RBKC, Islington, and Harrow. This role is vital to providing holistic, high-quality support to families of children and adults with SEND.
Key responsibilities include:
· Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing team, ensuring services meet grant and commission outcomes.
· Service Delivery: Oversee tailored support plans, parent participation groups, therapies, events, and SENDIASS.
· Collaboration: Build strong partnerships with schools, family hubs, social care, health services, and other stakeholders to meet families' needs.
· Advocacy: Promote the rights of children and young adults with SEND, ensuring family voices are heard and included in service development.
· Strategic Development: Assess and respond to emerging needs, working with the Assistant Director to deliver forward-thinking services.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape and deliver ambitious, family-centred services that make a tangible difference in people’s lives.
About You:
We’re looking for an experienced and motivated leader who is:
· Experienced in SEND and Family Services: You have a strong understanding of SEND and the challenges families face navigating education, health, and welfare systems.
· A Skilled Leader and Team Builder: You are confident in managing teams, resolving challenges, and fostering collaboration.
· An Effective Communicator: You excel at building relationships with families, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary professionals.
· Organized and Results-Driven: You can manage priorities, deliver outcomes, and meet deadlines under pressure.
· Resilient and Adaptable: You thrive in dynamic environments, maintaining a positive and solution-focused attitude.
We’re looking for someone who is passionate about making a difference for families with SEND and committed to delivering outstanding support.
Why Join Us?
At LDN London, for more than 60 years, we are empowering people with learning disabilities to stay healthy, be safe, and live well. As an award-winning charity, we pride ourselves on delivering impactful, family-centred services.
By joining our team, you’ll:
Make a Difference: Play a pivotal role in bridging service gaps, advocating for families, and delivering life-changing support. Enjoy a Supportive Environment: Regular supervision, opportunities for personal and professional development, and family-friendly policies.
Benefit from Great Perks:
· Up to 38 days annual leave (including bank holidays).
· Generous pension scheme.
· Flexible working opportunities.
· Season ticket loans.
Ready to Join Us?
If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a lasting difference in the lives of SEND families, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and become part of an organization dedicated to creating amazing experiences for children, young adults, and their families.
How to Apply:
To apply please complete the online application form using this link provided and submit your up-to-date CV.
Note: LDN London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Background checks and an enhanced DBS will be required. You need to be 18 and over to apply.
Closing date: 5:00pm on Monday 10 February 2025
Please note that we receive a high number of applications. If you have not heard back from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, then you have not been shortlisted for the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a pivotal appointment for us.
You will be our first colleague dedicated exclusively to fundraising. It is an exciting opportunity to build the function from the ground up – setting the strategy, making the contacts, and delivering the income.
We have built and developed a supporter database of 5k contacts and have improved our donation systems. We need your skills and expertise to take this further, including by expanding our supporter base, particularly major donors. Where your focus will be on securing individual donations of five-figures or higher, while also growing the potential among these supporters for subsequent legacy gifts.
You will be directly responsible for increasing our voluntary income from £80k (excluding legacies) to £250k over a period of five years, (and we have substantial ambition to move upwards from there), whilst also growing our legacy giving and encouraging corporate partnerships. We continue to develop our CRM and to systemise our relationship management, to support a scalable major gifts programme.
We are excited to have you join us.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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An excellent position has arisen for a Head of Finance and Reporting to join the team at a national health and wellbeing charity. This pivotal role will oversee the organisation’s financial planning and reporting while driving strategic decision-making through exceptional leadership and technical expertise.
Key responsibilities of the role:
- Lead the organisation’s budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes, ensuring resources are aligned with strategic priorities and operational needs
- Prepare and present accurate, timely monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, and statutory accounts
- Ensure full compliance with charity finance regulations, including HMRC guidelines and Charities SORP
- Oversee financial reporting and tracking for funders, commissioners, and grant agreements
- Oversee the annual external audit process, acting as the primary liaison with auditors to ensure an efficient and effective audit
- Collaborate closely with operational and fundraising teams to support strategic objectives and funding bids
- Manage, mentor, and develop the Finance team, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture that supports professional growth and excellence
Essential candidate criteria:
- Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA or ACA)
- Strong expertise in financial management, including audits, compliance with charity regulations, and funding requirements
- Proficiency in financial systems, analytical skills, and the ability to present complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage competing priorities, and work collaboratively in fast-paced environments
Location: London
Salary: up to £70,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working hours: Full time
Working pattern: Hybrid
This vacancy will be actively shortlisted so early applications are encouraged to avoid missing out.
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SOS Children’s Villages UK is part of a global federation, which exists to ensure that each child and young person grows up with the healthy relationships they need to become their strongest selves. We are the world’s largest non-governmental organisation focused on supporting children and young people who don’t have, or who are at risk of losing, parental care.
We are now looking for a UK-based dynamic Head of Communications and Digital (maternity cover – 12 months from mid-May) to lead on the strategic implementation of communications and digital initiatives.
- Enhance our brand visibility in the UK
- Ensure effective engagement and communication with our supporters
- Create and implement our digital and content strategies
- Leverage creative content and campaigns
- Work with colleagues in the UK and across the SOS Children’s Villages Federation to achieve results.
- Line manage two capable direct reports
If you are a proactive and collaborative communications and digital professional adept at managing a diverse range of priorities, looking for a pivotal role within a friendly, flexible, and supportive team, then this could be for you!
To Apply
Please read the full Candidate Pack attached which contains the entire job description and person specification, and submit a copy of your CV and a covering letter.
The deadline for applications is Tuesday 11 February 2025, 9.00 am UK time. We reserve the right to close the application process early if a successful candidate is found.
Please note: The post-holder must be UK-based. We are unable to provide employment sponsorship if required and unfortunately cannot progress applications without the required right to live and work in the UK on a permanent contract.
Please read the full Candidate Pack attached which contains the entire job description and person specification, and submit a copy of your CV and a covering letter.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £24,783
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Location: London office – 1-2 days per week
Closing date: Wednesday 5th February
Benefits: 6% pension; retail, restaurant and gym discounts; flexible working culture
We have a great opportunity for a Fundraising Assistant working for Carers UK, reporting to the Head of Fundraising. This is an exciting time to join Carers UK, as they celebrate 60 years of supporting unpaid carers across the UK.
In this Fundraising Assistant role, you’ll work with the fundraising team across individual giving, legacies and payroll giving on a variety of tasks and responsibilities, giving you a great opportunity to develop foundational skills to begin a career in the charity sector.
To be successful as the Fundraising Assistant you will need:
An understanding of voluntary fundraising and different income streams within the charity sector.
Excellent attention to detail and numeracy skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Harry on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected].
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
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The basics
Location: Agile working
Contract: Permanent (subject to funding)
Hours: 24 hours per week
Starting salary: £41,737.50 based on 24 hours
Who we are
Safer London is a charity working with young Londoners and families who are affected by violence and exploitation. We believe that when a child or young person comes to us, they are just that – a child or a young person: we don’t define them by the issue that has brought them to us. By working alongside young Londoners, their families and peers in the places where they spend their time, we can create a safe London not just for them but for everyone.
Who you are
You are an HR Professional with the expertise and knowledge to develop and drive forward Safer London’s people strategy. You will bring to the organisation, extensive experience across all areas of the employee life cycle. As a member of the CIPD (ideally Chartered), you will understand the importance of working in true partnership with the organisation, to support our employees and managers to deliver Safer London’s priorities.
If you are committed and resilient and believe you have what it takes to help us to improve the lives of young Londoners, and their families, please apply.
What the role involves
People Strategy and Leadership:
- Lead a People Strategy that supports Safer London’s vision and ensures we have the right skills and culture to enable the charity and its’ people to thrive.
- Advise the leadership team and management on people-related matters.
- Manage the performance and development of our HR Officer.
Compliance and HR Policies
- Provide advice, guidance and support to SLT and Managers on employment law and manage complex employee relations matters.
- Oversee the administration of the Safer London payroll and pension scheme.
Talent Acquisition and Retention
- Develop and execute innovative recruitment strategies that attract top talent, both staff and volunteers, who are passionate about our cause.
- Using HR metrics, work with SLT and managers to develop practices to enhance employee satisfaction, reduce employee absence levels and build a culture of wellbeing.
Learning, Development and Performance Management
- In collaboration with the Head of Quality Practice, review and develop the organisation’s people management development programme.
- Provide coaching and mentorship to the SLT and managers, helping them cultivate effective leadership and management skills.
Well-being and Employee Support
- Evaluate, develop and manage well-being programmes that support the physical, mental, and emotional health of employees.
- Act as a resource and advocate for employee concerns, ensuring that everyone feels heard and supported.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
- Lead initiatives to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organisation, ensuring that our team reflects the diverse communities we serve.
Organisational Change and Development
- Lead on change management initiatives, whether that’s supporting organisational growth, restructuring, or responding to external challenges.
Additional Information
Safer London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect anyone who works and volunteers with us to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we will request a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check, as well as references covering the last five years, for the successful candidates.
We value diversity and encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We know that in order to make London a safer place for the young people that live here we need a diverse range of perspectives, experience, and knowledge.
What we offer
Safer London continually reviews its pay, and we currently offer the following benefits package to all our employees:
- Safer London is a 4-day/32-hour (FTE) working week organisation. This means that you have a regular day off in the week with no impact on your pay.
- Agile working. This means you will have the flexibility to work in different locations including from home, our office in Southwark and/or community locations (libraries/co-working spaces) when you are not delivering face-to-face work in the community.
- Flexible Working: our Flexible Working Policy allows requests to work flexibly from the start of your employment.
- A contributory Pension Scheme.
- Interest-free Season Ticket Loans.
- A Cycle to Work Scheme.
- A Mental Health Helpline.
- Death in Service Benefit.
- Opportunities to develop and progress your career, including an extensive programme of courses and acting up/additional responsibilities roles.
- An initial Annual Leave allowance of 179 hours, rising to 192 hours after 3 years and 211 hours after 5 years, plus bank holidays and other statutory holidays; part-time employees receive a pro-rata entitlement.
Sound good? Here’s how to apply
To apply please complete the online application form and submit it as soon as possible: The closing date for applications is the 29th of January 2025, and interviews will be held on the 7th of February 2025.
As part of the online application, you will be required to confirm you have read our Privacy and Cookie Policy and Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy.
Please make sure you find the Job Description on the left-hand side of the Webrecruit page after you click ‘Apply Now’ or find it on Safer London’s Website.
Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process or if you experience any technical issues when trying to access and/or complete the application through the online portal, please contact us via the “Contact us” section of our website.
Please note that we don’t accept CVs.
Safer London is not a sponsoring organisation for foreign nationals, and you must be able to show proof that you have permission to live and work in the UK in order to be considered for this role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Please note: other UK based locations will be considered.
The King’s Trust International (KTI) (formerly Prince’s Trust International) has been supporting young people worldwide since 2015. Founded by HM The King, our Royal Founding President, to tackle the global crisis of youth unemployment, our vision is that every young person should have the chance to succeed, and our mission is to empower young people to learn, earn and thrive.
Our programmes and interventions are now present in 20 countries within the Commonwealth and beyond, across Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Europe and the Middle East.
We are committed to amplifying the voices of young people on the global stage and putting their needs at the very heart of the design and delivery of our work. This complements global efforts to deliver the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those relating to quality education and decent work.
The King’s Trust International is committed to representing, at all levels, the global communities and young people that we serve.
The role
This role will play a key part in the success of fundraising at The King’s Trust International, both through managing a small portfolio of both philanthropy and corporate donors and more broadly through supporting the fundraising of the wider team. This exciting and varied role will provide key stewardship, reporting and event support as needed to cultivate and progress our funding pipeline. The postholder will work collaboratively across both philanthropy and corporate teams, supporting existing activity as well as helping to establish new areas such as networks and corporate engagement products.
The King’s Trust International’s celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2025 and this role will be central to the activity surrounding our celebrations including providing event support, creating engaging communications, and supporting campaign asks and prospecting across the team and senior leadership.
This is a great opportunity to fine tune the core fundraising skills required within the not-for-profit world and a fulfilling catalytic role within an innovative and impactful organisation. There is the possibility to specialise the remit of the role in future years in line with the needs of the charity.
About you
You will be a resilient, enthusiastic, self-starter with a strong understanding of the challenges facing young people, and the ability to deliver results under challenging and varied circumstances. Experience of fundraising and income generation with a sound understanding of the principles of meaningful engagement will enable you to successfully cultivate and steward a personal portfolio of prospects, funders or other clients with a demonstrable track record of your ability to influence and secure sustainable results. You will be a strong, persuasive and confident communicator, both orally and written and possess strong planning and organisational skills and the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse groups of people and with key senior stakeholders. Experience of MS Office and using remote and digital work tools (e.g. spreadsheets, project planning tools) accurately and with good attention to detail is essential.
Perks for working at The King’s Trust International:
- Great holiday package. 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus public holidays. Office closure the days between Christmas and New Year
- Fantastic Family leave. Receive 13 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for maternity and adoption leave and pro rata entitlement for shared parental leave. Receive 8 weeks full pay for paternity leave.
- Flexible and agile working. Where operationally possible, you can work your hours that support a work-life balance including compressed hours and hybrid-working (part office - part home based) or working from home options.
- Benefits platform. Everything from health and financial wellbeing support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas
- A free employee assistance programme (EAP) to support your mental wellbeing.
- KTI will contribute 5% of your salary to the workplace Pension Scheme
- Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
- In-house and external training opportunities available throughout the year
King's Trust International is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks (or international equivalents) in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within King’s Trust International, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants.
In further support of a Safeguarding First approach we are signatories to the Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. The Scheme facilitates the sharing of misconduct data between employers. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her/their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
We are committed to equitable work practices and believe in building a diverse organisation that is representative of and responsive to the needs of our young people and stakeholders. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian, Mixed and other Ethnic candidates which are currently under-represented throughout King’s Trust International. As a disability confident employer, we will interview applicants that meet the essential criteria who have declared a disability. Please let us know if you need any adjustments at the interview stage.
We believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Hybrid working with regular travel to our London Bridge Office
What the job involves
We have a fantastic opportunity to join our Events and Community Fundraising team, working within our DIY Sport section alongside the Community Fundraising Manager and Community Fundraising Coordinator. This role will be a fixed term contract for 9 months covering sabbatical leave.
Our work in both within Sport is pivotal in helping the charity reach its wider strategy and will be responsible for £1.8 Million in 2025/26. As we grow our DIY sport program there are a number of areas where we see potential and have exciting plans to develop, as well as maintaining the excellent program that already exists
Within this team, you’ll be responsible for generating income for the charity from individuals and groups organising their own sport-related fundraisers. With a strong emphasis on Golf, Football and Motors, this role requires the ability to manage projects to start to finish, liaising and working closely with supporter’s, identifying their needs, exploring supporter lead opportunities and developing and maintaining supporter journeys across our DIY sport program.
This role will be expected to deliver increased income across a number of areas, through project management, supporter stewardship, attending and supporting our own events such as our annual Golf Championships and the ability to collaborate closely with our Communications and Partnerships team.
What we want from you
We’re seeking someone with knowledge and experience of working in a fundraising environment. You’ll have proven experience in donor stewardship and a clear understanding of the importance of meeting donor needs.
Exceptional communication skills and a collaborative team spirit are essential, as you’ll be engaging comfortably with key stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally. The role requires effective project management skills and the ability to oversee multiple income streams. Familiarity with Community Fundraising and sports organisations, particularly in the context of golf, would be highly beneficial. Additionally, experience working closely with fundraising supporters is desirable.
If you’re motivated by fundraising and keen to contribute to meaningful change, we would love to hear from you.
Why work with us?
Every man needs to know about the most common cancer in men – prostate cancer. It’s a real and present danger that takes over 12,000 of our dads, grandads, brothers and friends each year.
Prostate Cancer UK is the largest men’s health charity in the UK. We have a simple ambition – to stop prostate cancer damaging lives. We invest millions in research to revolutionise testing, treatment and care. We’re blazing a trail to a screening programme that could save thousands of lives with regular, accurate tests for all men at risk. And we work tirelessly to spread the word about risk and offer specialist support to people living with the disease.
Work with us and you’ll see your efforts pay off as we give men and their families the power to navigate prostate cancer.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
At Prostate Cancer UK, we believe that equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to building a strong and innovative workplace, that represents, and can advocate for the communities we support. We stand against discrimination and prejudice, and we champion tolerance, fairness and equality in everything we do. This makes us stronger and helps us reach more people. We’re all here for the same reason: to give every man the power to navigate prostate cancer.
We're committed to righting health inequalities across the UK, starting with those faced by Black men who are at double risk. This includes ground-breaking research into Black men's risk and working with communities directly to overcome barriers to the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer.
Therefore, we’re particularly interested in applications from those from marginalised and vulnerable communities. This will help us create an environment of inclusion where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work, where personal qualities are as important as professional experience, and our people feel seen and heard.
Ways of working
Our hybrid working approach combines the best of flexible working – a positive work/life balance, inclusive and accessible platforms, and online information at our fingertips.
Next steps
More information on what we offer, as well as the role, can be found on our vacancies page. Please download our job profile document (job description) with our ‘How to apply’ section sharing the key points to refer to in your application and to apply.
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The closing date is Sunday 2nd February 2025. Applications must be submitted by 23:45 UK time.
Interviews: By arrangement. Currently scheduled for the week of Monday 10th February 2025.
The Trusts and Grants Manager will develop and implement a strategy to grow income from trusts, foundations, and institutional funders. This role requires a highly organised, results-driven individual with excellent written communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with funders.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of securing five- and six-figure grants, be confident in designing persuasive proposals, and can analyse financial and project data to ensure accurate reporting.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a tangible difference to the lives of people living with migraine.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a new role to be based in the UK supporting on raising funds/resources for our overseas operations. Primarily supporting healthcare projects implemented by our Médecins du Monde (MdM) partners, primarily MdM France, Spain and Belgium but also any other office managing international operations. Based in our London office, you will work closely with our MDM Network colleagues globally to ensure that UK funding opportunities from Trusts, Foundations and Institutional donors are delivering income for our network colleagues for international operations.
The role will include researching relevant opportunities, identifying the most appropriate projects, writing and submitting applications and ensuring excellent donor management, development and reporting. The role will also manage current relationships with overseas funders managed by our UK office and be the focal point for the START Network in MDM. There is a significant opportunity to grow our international income from UK funders, and this role will be leading this expansion at a time of growth within our network.
We work tirelessly to empower excluded people to access healthcare.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Music Masters is seeking an exceptional, dynamic Head of Development to grow fundraised income and help to supercharge our national impact. This position offers an experienced and outgoing fundraising leader the unique opportunity to play a pivotal strategic role for one of the UK’s most enterprising and innovative music education organisations, including the chance to develop a brand-new fundraising strategy from 2026. The ambitious fundraising targets of the charity (£1.327 million in 2024/25) are matched by the ambitions of the programme delivery teams and our desire to make music education and the music sector accessible and equitable.
Reporting to and working closely with the CEO, you will enjoy high-level collaboration with Music Masters’ Development Committee Chair and our newly appointed Chair of Trustees, Stuart Mason. You will be responsible for leading and developing a talented team of fundraisers, and for the right candidate this role brings with it the opportunity to progress to Development Director as we seek to grow our fundraising capacity and capability, enabling us to reach thousands more children through our groundbreaking national programmes.
We offer:
· 25 days annual leave, public holidays + office closure between Christmas and New Year
· Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental wellbeing
· Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
· Contributory Pension including 5% employer contribution
· In-house and external training opportunities available throughout the year
· A flexible approach to working to support work-life balance
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join our collaborative and high performing team, as we introduce the new role of Legacy Officer. MSF UK has gone from strength to strength in the last few years and we aim to continually improve and build on our success. This is a really exciting time to join MSF UK as we invest in fundraising and grow our team.
You will assist alongside the Donor Development and Legacies Lead (DDLL) to help deliver MFS’s Legacy fundraising strategy - to both increase income and recruit new supporters to MSF.
Collaborating closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure effective and organised Legacy Administration for the organisation.
You will engage with donors who are interested in Leaving Gifts in their wills, as well as those who have already committed to doing so.
This role is a fundamental part of our Legacy Stewardship and Retention programme.
DEPARTMENT: Fundraising
HOURS: Full Time. 37.5 hours per week (Monday – Friday)
LENGTH OF CONTRACT: Permanent
LOCATION: London - Hybrid
SALARY: £34,512.98 per annum
Internal grade:13.1
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £73,500 - £80,000 plus Office at Home Allowance (£312 per annum)
Contract: Permanent – full or part time will be considered
Location: Hybrid working based in any UK Barnardo’s hub – remote/flexible working arrangements considered
Closing date: Rolling
Benefits: Work/life balance, Buy up to 5 days annual leave, Discounts and cashback from shops, gyms and more via Benefit Portal, Adoption pay
We have an excellent opportunity for a Deputy Director – Relationship Fundraising, working for Barnardo’s, which seeks to change childhoods and lives. This role will lead the development of strategies, budgets and plans for relationship fundraising, ensuring plans align with collective purpose, organisational strategy and cross organisational objectives, supported by a talented team of 30 people delivering over £15m. Together with the Head of Relationship Fundraising Operations, you will provide oversight across key teams in the function, focusing on driving substantial income growth and managing both reputational and financial risk associated with the full programme.
It is a brilliant time to join Barnardo's who have just launched a new strategy and also rebranded, to clearly articulate their purpose and how they are driving change for children. Excitingly, there is significant scope to increase the engagement and support from philanthropists, trusts, foundations and companies.
To be successful as the Deputy Director – Relationship Fundraising, you will need:
- Proven experience in leading the development of strategies, budgets and plans for relationship fundraising teams
- Track record of leading a fundraising function, inspiring your team to deliver optimal performance and income growth
- Ability to collaborate with senior leaders across charitable organisations, to ensure the delivery of shared aims and objectives
- A hands-on fundraising approach, this role will also manage some of the highest-value relationships.
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Ashby on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected]
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.
We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
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The Cambridge Centre for Animal Rights Law is an educational charity (not an activist group) working in the field of animal rights law.
We have a budget of some £120k pa, currently supported by a few large donors, and we want to broaden out our donor base and reduce our dependence on a handful of donors. We are looking for 8-12 donors - probably HNW individuals - each able to give £10-25k pa renewable. We have experience pitching the work of the Centre, but need help in meeting potential donors. We are looking for an experienced fundraiser who can identify potential donors, make initial contact, and set up calls or meetings for us to meet with them and present the work of the Centre.
Founded in 2019 by two Cambridge academics, the Cambridge Centre for Animal Rights Law has become one of the world's leading centres of competence in animal rights law. Our mission is to study fundamental rights for animals, advancing research, teaching, and raising public awareness of the topic with a view to making change possible.
To find out more about our Centre, head to our social media channels via Instagram (@animalrightslaw), X (@CCARL_charity) and Facebook/LinkedIn (Cambridge Centre for Animal Rights Law).
Helping make change possible: animal rights law
Key responsibilities:
Strategic Financial Management
- Develop and implement the charity’s financial strategy to align it to the charity’s main strategy and support long-term goals.
- Provide financial insights to the leadership team to guide decision-making and resource allocation.
- Lead on the preparation of the annual budget, ensuring alignment with the charity's strategic objectives.
- Monitor and forecast financial performance, identifying risks and opportunities.
- Work with the Treasurer and trustees to develop and update financial policies and procedures as part of the Resources Committee.
- Keep under review AvMA reserves strategy and policy and recommend changes as necessary.
Day to Day Financial Duties
- Manage and oversee all financial transactions, including accounts payable & receivable, payroll and banking.
- Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts and cash flow reports.
- Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements, including VAT, Gift Aid, and charity reporting standards.
- In conjunction with our investment advisers, support the trustees and CEO with the management of an investment portfolio including the planning of necessary drawdowns for cashflow management purposes.
- Oversee the preparation of year-end accounts and liaise with external auditors.
- Maintain and update financial systems, ensuring robust controls are in place.
Leadership & Collaboration
- Act as a financial advisor to the CEO, trustees and senior leadership team on all matters.
- Present financial reports at board and committee meetings, explaining complex financial data in an accessible way.
- Work closely with fundraising, operations and medico legal teams to align financial plans with organisational objectives.
- Provide mentorship and support to junior finance staff and/or volunteers, as applicable.
Other Duties
- To undertake other duties as required commensurate with this post.
- To attend quarterly Board meetings in person in London.
Person Specification
Essential:
- Professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACCA, ACA, CIMA, CIPFA) or equivalent financial experience.
- Proven experience in financial management, ideally within a charity or non-profit organisation.
- Strong knowledge of UK charity accounting standards (SORP) and regulatory requirements as they apply to charities.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement financial strategies.
- Proficiency in financial software (e.g. Sage) and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
- Good communication skills, with the ability to articulate clearly and effectively both in writing, on the telephone and face to face.
- Ability to lead, manage and work effectively both as a member of a team and on own initiative. Be well organised and remain calm under pressure.
- Forward thinking and able to suggest appropriate changes to AvMA’s services to meet the changing needs of the public and the clinical negligence marketplace.
- Passion, commitment and drive to promote patient rights and follow the aims of AvMA.
- IT literate and confident with technological change. Able to identify opportunities to improve our data collection systems; an awareness of the power of social media and how to use it to promote AvMA’s work.
- Committed to principles of equal opportunities and diversity and inclusion.
Desirable:
- Experience working with trustees or non-exec directors and presenting financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
- Knowledge of fundraising and grant management processes.
- Familiarity with Gift Aid, VAT and other tax-related processes relevant to charities
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