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About Ataxia UK

Ataxia is the umbrella term for a group of neurological conditions and Ataxia UK is the UK’s leading ataxia support and research charity. Ataxia UK collaborates with the global ataxia community through our Research team, and we are on the board of the international non-profit association, Euro-ataxia. Our Services team focuses on helping everyone affected by ataxia in the UK to live their best life. We have a Helpline and Advocacy service providing information, advice, and 1-2-1 support to help people access their rights; whilst the InControl Community Engagement service provides activities, engagement and volunteering opportunities to bring the ataxia community together and reduce feelings of isolation. 

About the Role  

You will be joining at an exciting time for Ataxia UK as we celebrate our 60th anniversary year.

This brand-new role is an important part of our new strategy to sustainably grow our unrestricted income. Working closely with the Director of Fundraising & Communications and the wider team, the Senior Philanthropy Manager will lead the work to build a pipeline of major donors and family trusts and foundations.

You will be responsible for developing an excellent stewardship programme which nurtures income-generating relationships with Ataxia UK’s major donors. You will initially work with a fixed-term Philanthropy Consultant to lead the development of a researched and actionable pipeline of prospective new donors, and you will then work to successfully engage this pipeline. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a brand-new function as a senior member of an experienced team of fundraisers.

Ataxia UK operates a hybrid- working policy, with part time staff working 3 or 4 days a week expected to work from our offices in Highgate a minimum of 1 day a week. The role will require some occasional travel within the UK and, more rarely, internationally.

About you

The right candidate will be a natural relationship builder with a proven track record of securing high value, long term partnerships with major donors; personally securing 5 and 6-figure gifts.

You will use excellent communication skills to write compelling and tailored cases for support. As a key member of the Fundraising & Communications department, you will bring creativity, insight and experience to the team, and you will be a confident ambassador and representative internally and externally.

As an experienced major donor fundraiser, you will be comfortable and confident engaging with High-Net-Worth Individuals and their offices, celebrities, politicians and c-suite professionals. You will have the flexibility to join events and or meet donors and prospective donors at locations around the UK. As an ambassador of our brand, you will have the skills and experience to ensure you positively represent the interests of the ataxia community, and you will be someone who shares our commitment to supporting those affected by ataxia.

Benefits of working for us.

• 25 days annual leave pro rata (rising to 30 with a length of service)
• Access to a free Employee Assistance Programme & Employee Hotline
• Flexible hybrid working
• Pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity and co-parental leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Accredited Living Wage Employer

Please see full Job Description for further details including Person Specifications

This is a newly created role which is being introduced to support the centralisation and future growth of the Marlow Education Trust . This hands-on role will be responsible for preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring all transactions and month-end processes are carried out, preparation of balance sheet, capital projects and fixed assets reconciliations , line management of finance officers and assistants, as well as  oversight of accounts payable, accounts receivable and VAT returns. You will be involved in cash flow forecasting, treasury/banking processes, budgeting/forecasting process, monthly reporting, variance analysis and more. You will support the CFO, and work closely with all schools’ leadership teams and Headteachers.

The successful candidate will have previous financial experience ideally in a school environment and a recognised accounting qualification,, and will be flexible and able to  demonstrate an ability to adapt to a changing environment. You will be professional in your approach to all aspects of the role,  extremely well organised, a team player and competent with accounting and procurement software, MsOffice and Google Suites. 

Main Responsibilities 

• Produce draft monthly and annual financial statements, including payroll and balance sheets reconciliations, income and expenditure, and cash flow statements

• Undertake payroll preparation including staff cost allocation on a monthly basis

• Support the production of regular re-forecasts during the academic year

• Prepare and post monthly and annual prepayment and accruals

• Maintain fixed asset register and post depreciation

• Monitor of capital projects income and expenditure and carry out necessary postings at the end of each project

• Ensure compliance with VAT, taxation, and other liabilities, minimizing amounts due while meeting legal requirements

• Undertake a credit control function thus ensuring that the payment of outstanding sums are received as swiftly as possible

• Liaise with auditors and facilitate all audit arrangements

• Manage finance team in the central services and work closely with School Leaders to provide consistent financial information to all schools

• Collaborate with the CFO to design and implement new financial systems and processes, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness while maintaining strong internal controls

• Act as an extended part of the schools' Senior Leadership Teams, providing high-level support to their back-office functions

• Support schools in setting reliable and realistic budgets based on consistent planning assumptions

• Monitor and identify corrective actions when necessary to ensure budget adherence.

• Serve as a liaison between the finance team and our schools, providing support and equipping them to carry out their roles effectively

• Develop the knowledge and understanding of the Trust’s schools' Leadership Teams, fostering professional relationships and networking opportunities between school

Other 

• Work within school policies and procedures, including participating in performance management and professional  development as required 

• Contributing to the development of systems and procedures, sharing best practice with colleagues and proactively seeking  opportunities for improvement 

• Support and provide cover within the finance team as required 

• Promote the ethos of the Trust

• To maintain confidentiality and ensure that duties are undertaken with due regard to and compliance with the Data Protection and Equality Act at all times 

• To carry out duties and responsibilities in accordance with the school and Academy Trust’s Health and Safety Policy and relevant Health and Safety legislation 

• To demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct; showing tolerance and respect of the rights of others whether other staff, students or parents

• To observe proper professional boundaries and having regard to the safeguarding and wellbeing of students 

• The post holder is responsible for ensuring all child protection and Safeguarding policies are adhered to and that any concerns or incidents are raised in accordance with these policies

• To undertake any other task as directed by the CFO commensurate with the level of post

Salary: £36,000-£38,000 per year
35 hours per week
Hybrid, 1-2 days per week at RNIB's headquarters in Kings Cross, London

Closing date midnight 21st April. Interviews will be held week commencing 28th April.

We're seeking an experienced philanthropy manager to develop and build relationships with trusts and foundations and drive income for RNIB. In this crucial post, you'll help create a world without barriers for blind and partially sighted people.

As Philanthropy Manager - Trusts, you'll take the lead in securing single and multi-year grants from regional and national grant making trusts and foundations, developing long-term support in line with our fundraising strategy and priorities. You will also line manage a Philanthropy Officer, leading and inspiring them to drive income from our important lower level funders.

The post will suit someone with strong writing and communication skills, who's confident in meeting people face to face and building lasting and impactful relationships. You'll thrive on developing creative approaches to achieve team income targets whilst providing excellent, engaging stewardship for donors.

In return you'll be joining our team at an exciting point in RNIB's journey. We foster a flexible, supportive and collaborative environment through our team values: expert, pioneering, ingenious, united and relentless. We actively encourage applicants with lived experience of sight loss to apply.

If you'd like an informal chat about this role, please contact Jo Clark Senior Philanthropy Manager at .

What We Offer

RNIB prides itself on being a great place to work with a positive, progressive culture. We offer a wide range of benefits including 26 days of holiday per year (plus bank holidays) which rises with service, enhanced family friendly benefits, a contributory pension scheme with an employer contribution of up to 11% and a rewards platform with employee discounts across over 800 retailers.

For more information on our available benefits, please visit our .

How to Apply

If you'd like to apply for this opportunity, please apply online, uploading your CV and supporting statement, telling us how you meet the essential criteria in the person specification.

Job description

The SS Great Britian Trust is seeking a12-month, maternity cover, Development Manager to play a key role in maximising income for the SS Great Britain Trust through Corporate, Trust and individual fundraising. It's a really exciting time at the Trust as we are fundraising for a significant capital project, in addition to an award-winning education programme. You will have the opportunity to shape our fundraising plans and use your experience and expertise to develop and test new fundraising initiatives.

You will be a persuasive and influential communicator who likes building and deepening relationships with funders, and you will enjoy providing supportive line management to two fundraisers.

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking candidates with experience of developing income streams and delivering funding against targets. You will help to deliver a programme of events (from breakfast meetings showcasing items in the archive to evening events with shanty singers!) to engage with potential supporters and build relationships with new funders.

You will have brilliant writing skills and be able to develop excellent funding bids, alongside building effective working relationships with different teams, senior leaders and external stakeholders.

Key duties:

• Work with the Director of Development to grow income across a range of income streams, with a particular focus on Trusts and Foundations, including multi-year grants, unrestricted and restricted income.
• Lead the team in prospect research, developing qualified prospect pipelines across income streams and driving new funding approaches.
• Maximise opportunities with Corporate supporters. Work to develop existing Corporate Partnerships, and identify opportunities for growth and achieve new income across Memberships, Sponsorship and Corporate Trusts and Foundations.
• Achieve results through persuasive and compelling applications and proposals and creating robust budgets, and amplify project impact through detailed monitoring and inspiring reports.

About the SS Great Britain Trust

In the 54 years since the SS Great Britain returned to Bristol, the SS Great Britian Trust has taken forward the work of the pioneering volunteers who saved the ship, transforming a rusting hulk into one of the city’s leading visitor attractions and a groundbreaking story of maritime history and conservation.  We are rated as one of the top 20 museums in the UK, with over 80 staff, more than 150 volunteers and approximately 140,000 visitors per year.

To apply

Please visit our website to download the Applicant Pack and Application Form. 

For queries, or if you require the documents in an alternative format, please contact us directly.

The closing date for completed applications is 5pm on Wednesday 9 April. Interviews will be held on Thursday 24 April.

Our working culture is collaborative, friendly and inclusive and everyone at the SS Great Britain Trust is encouraged to learn and grow with the company. We offer competitive staff benefits, a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and services to support staff wellbeing. We are also proud to be a Living Wage Employer.

Sightsavers implements projects in over 30 countries in Africa and South Asia working to eliminate avoidable blindness and promote the rights of people with disabilities.

Title: Trusts & Foundations Advisor

Location: UK / Remote

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £40,000

About the role

Sightsavers’ Trusts and Corporate Partnerships team is excited to be expanding its team in response to growing demands and opportunities in the trusts & foundation sector. We are recruiting for two additional Trusts & Foundations Advisors to be key contributors to the development of Sightsavers trusts and foundations programme. They will play a crucial role in the successful recruitment and cultivation of new business, while also managing a portfolio of existing trust and foundation donors primarily based in the UK, U.S and Europe.

In this role, the Advisor will be instrumental in contributing towards the team’s annual income target and supporting additional planned growth in the coming years.

Responsibilities

• Manage and cultivate relationships with a portfolio of key trust and foundation donors for Sightsavers (up to 7-figure funding agreements) via proposals, mailings, reports, telephone or face-to-face meetings as appropriate, and coordinate donor visits, dealing with CEOs, Directors, and Trustees.
• Develop key external and internal relationships and donor engagement activities for the achievement of planned objectives with these donors.
• Research, identify, prioritise, and develop personalised engagement plans and donor strategies to cultivate new trust prospects in targeted global markets. Lead on cultivating relationships with CEOs, Directors, and Trustees, with the aim of establishing additional high-value funding relationships.
• Work proactively across the organisation, including cross-culturally, to coordinate, develop, and deliver a high standard of compelling project proposals and reports ready for submission to donors whilst ensuring excellent grant/contract management to existing donor relationships.
• Actively participate in the networks surrounding trusts and foundations, sharing information, insights, opportunities, and fundraising materials produced.
• Represent Sightsavers and/or support staff delegations at conferences and networks to engage with and cultivate new donor relationships.
• Contribute to team, departmental, and wider organisational systems development and initiatives.

This is a highly varied and involved role and the above is not an exhaustive list of duties or required professional skills. Please see the Job Description for full details.

About you

The Trusts & Foundations Advisor is a dynamic professional with a proven track record in managing and cultivating relationships with key trust and foundation donors. They excel in developing bespoke proposals, coordinating donor visits, and engaging with high-level stakeholders such as CEOs, Directors, and Trustees.

The Advisor will possess strong research skills to identify and prioritise new trust and foundation prospects in global markets. They are proactive in cross-team collaboration, adept at delivering compelling project proposals and reports, and committed to continuous improvement. Their active participation in networks and drive to ensure the best representation of Sightsavers at conferences and meetings highlights their dedication to cultivating new donor relationships.

Jobholder Requirements

Essential

• Relevant experience working in the charity sector, ideally in international development.
• Experience of long-term grant/contract management of significant funders/clients.
• Proven success in personally cultivating new relationships with prospective donors/clients and maintaining relationships with existing donors/clients.
• Demonstrative experience of excellent written skills, including proposals, bids, and reports for external audiences.
• Proven success in creating successful funding proposals.
• Knowledge of good fundraising practice.
• Experience of in-person networking at conferences or face-to-face meetings with senior trusts and foundations staff/board.
• Understanding of and interest in charity sector and international development issues.
• First-class presentation and writing skills, including preparation of proposals, project budgets, and reports with excellent attention to detail.
• Research experience, including the development of engagement plans.
• Experience of in-person networking at conferences.
• Strong listening and negotiating skills.
• Self-confidence with the ability to take the initiative, manage time effectively, and work to deadlines.
• Good analytical skills – can prioritise and plan opportunities based on available information.
• Capable of relating well to a wide range of people.
• Excellent IT skills, including Word and Excel, and experience of using fundraising databases.
• Highly collaborative approach.

Desirable

• Experience of writing for the US market.
• Experience of fundraising from the US market.

Closing date: 6 April 2025

Next Steps

To apply for this exciting new opportunity, please complete an application via our recruitment portal. We are particularly interested in learning of your motivations for applying.

As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Sightsavers is a Disability Confident Leader and qualified people living with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply.

We are working with a small medical charity to find a new Trusts and Grants Manager to lead efforts to identify, research and apply for grants and nurture ongoing relationships with the grant-giving bodies.

This is initially a 12 month contract with the possibility to extend, it is a homebased role with flexible hours and days. The team meet in person once a month, in London or other locations. This role can be full or part time.

The Charity
A passionate, collaborative health charity dedicated to prioritising quality of life for those in need and their support networks. You would be joining an incredible organisation with a supportive culture offering flexible working.

The Role
Lead Trusts activity for the charity, building on current activity and warm relationships.

Prepare a 2-year Grants and Trusts strategy in conjunction with the CEO, aligning with strategic objectives, events and projects.

Reserach potential funders, building a warm pipeline. Building relationships with the funders and writing compelling grant applications to raise c£250k a year.

Build and maintain relationships with grant giving organisations, progressing existing relationships and seeking to increase the size of donations.

Work closely with the Engagement Manager, who is the point of contact for corporate relationships.

The Candidate
Happy to work in a small team for a growing charity, wokring closely with the CEO to lead Trust activity.

Experience writing funding proposals and securing income from Trusts and Grants.

Experience preparing and monitoring quarterly budgets.

Ability to build long-term relationships with potential grant-givers.

IMPORTANT NOTE

CVs will be reviewed on a rolling basis and interviews conducted over the coming weeks so please get in touch ASAP to find out more.

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, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

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.

This is a new and strategically important position in a growing team. Our advocacy - the use of information and evidence to drive change in policy, practices and attitudes - and the effective engagement of target audiences to stimulate action, is at the core of our success in forging a fairer water future. 

As a senior member of the Public and Political Engagement team, the Advocacy and Engagement Manager will work closely with our Research and Operations teams, and partners across Africa, Asia and South America. They will engage with decision makers in government, business, financial institutions, multi-lateral and network organisations, local and international NGOs, and the media, to advance evidence-based solutions to the conjoined global crises of water, climate, nature and inequality.   

In particular, they will play a key role in our Fair Water Footprints Campaign and the wider delivery of the Glasgow Declaration for Fair Water Footprints. With new funding from the UK Government’s Just Transitions for Water Security Programme, these game changing initiatives seek to end the abuse of water in our supply chains, and to establish responsible water stewardship as the global business norm by 2030 so that trade and business accelerate, rather than undermine, shared water security.  This will be achieved through mobilising the power of scientific evidence and citizen voices to trigger change in government policies, corporate practices, financial disclosure, and political and public expectations.  The choreography and delivery of this change will be a core focus of the successful candidate’s work.  

This role will involve travel within the UK and internationally, including in Africa and South America, and would suit an exceptional communicator who is fluent in the technical and policy aspects of water and climate justice, and who has several years of demonstrable experience in using advocacy, communications, and stakeholder engagement to drive change.  If you’re a team player that shares our passion for our mission, with proven political nous, and the ability to translate complex evidence into the right asks to the right people at the right time to secure systemic change, then please don’t hesitate to get in touch.   

£42,000 per annum

Permanent

Part home/Part office (London) based

UNICEF ensures more of the world’s children are vaccinated, educated and protected than any other organisation. We have done more to influence laws and policies to help protect children than anyone else. We get things done. And we’re not going to stop until the world is a safe place for all our children.

This is a great opportunity to join the UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK) as a Corporate Business Development Manager.

The Business Development team is focused on building the new business pipeline, increasing the variety and volume of our partnerships, ensuring all relationships align with business objectives to deliver for the partner and for children. This role is central to achieving UNICEF UK’s ambitions in working with the private sector, and will have responsibility for cultivating and securing multi-million-pound partnerships with major UK companies.

We are looking for someone who is supporter driven and aligns with our mission. You will be organised, have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enabling you to build authentic relationships with decision makers and leaders. Resilience and demonstrating patience and perseverance during set backs and challenges are also essential.

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

Closing date: 9am, Thursday 17 April 2025.

Interview date: Week commencing 12 May 2025 via video conferencing (MS Teams).  

In return, we offer:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

UNICEF UK promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We make employment decisions by matching business needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

We welcome a conversation about your flexible working requirements, personal growth, and promoting a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.

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

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

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

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

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

About Drinkaware
Drinkaware is the UK’s leading alcohol charity with a vision of working together to reduce alcohol harm. We use our expertise to give governments, industry, communities, and individuals the knowledge and support to make informed decisions about alcohol and how to reduce the harm it can cause.

We deliver public-facing campaigns and digital services, information and guidance, evidence-led advice to governments and industry, and independent research, consumer insight, and evaluation.

We are excited to be recruiting a Marketing Manager (1-Year Maternity Cover) to join our team on a fixed-term contract. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to lead impactful marketing campaigns that drive positive behaviour change. Drinkaware offers hybrid working with a requirement to have at least 2 days a week in our London office.

About the Role
We are looking for a proactive and results-driven Marketing Manager to support the development and execution of Drinkaware’s marketing campaigns and brand activity across our consumer and funder audiences. This role will focus on our high-profile Drinking Check campaign and other strategic marketing initiatives.

You will lead on the planning, execution, and evaluation of key marketing campaigns, working closely with internal teams and external agencies to ensure maximum impact. If you’re a strategic thinker with experience in digital marketing, campaign management, and stakeholder engagement, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development, execution, and optimisation of Drinkaware’s paid digital marketing campaign, including:
• Creating and managing the digital media plan in collaboration with our digital media agency
• Overseeing campaign budgets, ensuring accurate forecasting and reporting.
• Continuously assessing and optimising campaign performance
• Conducting campaign evaluations to provide learnings and recommendations.
• Support the Senior Marketing Manager in planning and executing strategic marketing campaigns, including setting strategy, budgeting, and evaluating results.
• Work closely with the Partnerships team to strengthen relationships with funders and partners by:
• Attending meetings and supporting funder engagement.
• Developing campaign briefing documents and marketing assets for funders and partners.
• Creating bespoke marketing activities tailored to key funders and evaluating their impact.
• Ensure all marketing activities align with organisational and team objectives.
• Represent Drinkaware externally, acting as a brand ambassador in meetings, presentations, and industry events.
• Provide regular reports on key marketing metrics, campaign impact, and budget spend.

About You
We are looking for someone who is passionate about delivering impactful marketing campaigns and has experience in managing audience-focused digital marketing initiatives.

Essential skills and experience:

• At least 5 years’ experience in marketing roles, ideally in the not-for-profit sector
• Proven experience in developing and managing digital marketing campaigns
• Strong expertise in paid digital media planning, execution, and evaluation
• Experience working within brand frameworks to ensure consistency
• Ability to manage budgets, including forecasting and financial reporting
• Proficiency in Google Analytics, marketing platforms, and content management systems
• Excellent project management and organisational skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• A creative, team-oriented individual with a positive, can-do attitude
• A personal commitment to reducing alcohol-related harm

Desirable skills and qualifications:

• A Marketing qualification through CIM, Degree or equivalent
• Project management experience
• Design experience using Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience working in the health or charity sector

Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic, mission-driven organisation and make a real impact. You’ll play a key role in shaping behaviour change campaigns that help people make informed choices about alcohol. You’ll also work in a supportive, collaborative environment where your ideas and expertise will be valued.

If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can lead strategic marketing initiatives and drive real change, apply now!

To apply

For further information please refer to the attached job description and our applicant privacy policy and read more about Drinkaware. 

You should submit an up-to-date CV (no more than 2 pages) and a brief covering letter that outlines how you meet the requirements for this role and what you would bring to Drinkaware. Drinkaware reserves the right to assess candidates as they apply and arrange interviews ahead of the published closing date, so early application is recommended. Interviews may be carried out on Teams or in person at our Moorgate offices. 

FINAL CLOSING DATE: 9 April 2025

First interviews: 15 April 2025

Drinkaware is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds and sections of the community.

Earth Trust helps nature and people thrive in South Oxfordshire.

We engage people through our Green Spaces. Over the next ten years we will be meaningfuly engaging over 100,000 people a year, being a nationally recognised exemplar of integreated land management.

To realise our ambition, we need you - a creative and data-driven Marketing and Communications Officer to help grow our audience, engage supporters, and drive awareness of our mission to connect people with nature.

As part of our Communications team, you will develop and deliver marketing campaigns, manage social media and email marketing, create compelling content, and optimise digital channels to enhance engagement. You’ll also oversee website updates, SEO, and Google Ads, ensuring our messaging reaches the right audiences.

We’re looking for someone with at least two years’ experience in marketing and communications, excellent copywriting and content creation skills, and proficiency in tools like MailChimp, WordPress, and Canva. Experience in paid media campaigns, digital fundraising, or charity marketing would be a plus.

Why join us? 

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a passionate team, working on meaningful campaigns that inspire people to take action for the environment.

The role is permanent and full-time. The hybrid role requires you to be in our offices in Little Wittenham, Oxfordshire OX14 4QZ for at least two days a week. 

Alongside a wonderful working environment, we offer generous annual leave, volunteering opportunities, family friendly, flexible working wherever possible with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff. Current benefits include:

• Holidays: 26 days holiday per year (pro-rata) increasing with length of service. Plus an additional 3 days of leave over Christmas and bank holidays
• Pension: Up to 7.72% employer contribution (following successful probation)
• Healthcare Plan: Provided by Medicash to help with the cost of 
• Volunteering days Linked to personal development

Application deadline: Sunday 4th May

Virtual Screening & Shortlisting Calls: Throughout

In-person Interviews: Week commencing 12th May 2025

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing why you think you'd be right for the role.

JOB TITLE: Head of Estates

LOCATION: Petty Pool Vocational College, Pool Lane, Sandiway, Cheshire, CW8 2DR 

REPORTS TO: CEO 

SALARY: £44,129.28 - £58,757.77 per annum – depending on qualifications and experience

HOURS: 35 hours per week – Monday – Friday

Petty Pool Trust is a specialist charity dedicated to supporting young people with learning disabilities and difficulties. We provide high-quality education, training, and outdoor learning experiences that empower individuals to develop skills, confidence, and independence.  

Summary 

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing our Project Learn Hive, ensuring timely delivery, managing the project budget, coordinating resources, and ensuring adherence to safety standards. This role requires a hands-on leader with strong communication skills, project management experience, and a deep understanding of the construction process. 

The main purpose of the role is to ensure the compliance of Health and Safety, adhering and reviewing our policies, line managing our maintenance team and ensuring we are compliant with current legislation. 

Overseeing and agreeing on main contracts, managing building contractors, proactively supporting our woodland strategy, and managing the facilities and maintenance team to ensure that the grounds are always presented well for our staff and learners and safe. 

Responsibilities: 

Project Planning 

• Develop comprehensive project plans including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and construction methods. Ensure the building project aligns with the overall vision and objectives of the charity 

• Budget & Cost Control: Prepare and manage the project budget, track costs, and identify opportunities for cost savings while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety 

• Oversee and manage the charity's large-scale capital project, ensuring its successful planning, execution, and completion within budget and timeline 

• Quality Control: Monitor the quality of work performed on-site, ensuring compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and project specifications 

• Scheduling & Time Management: Oversee the project schedule to ensure deadlines are met, and work with various teams to resolve delays 

• Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular updates on project progress, challenges, and solutions. Maintain strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and other stakeholders 

• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with the project, including safety, legal, or logistical concerns 

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that all necessary permits and approvals are obtained, and the project complies with all local building regulations and standards 

• Safety & Environmental Standards: Oversee on-site safety protocols, ensuring adherence to OSHA standards and environmental best practices 

Health and Safety 

• Overseeing the compliance of and including associated record keeping, for the Health and Safety of the site, including all statutory requirements for COSHH, Fire, waste transfer, legionella compliance, equipment training records etc 

• Ensuring that facilities meet government regulations including, environmental, Health and Safety standards. 

• Overseeing our Woodland Strategy and ensuring we are fulfilling our responsibilities for our SSSI we have in our care 

• Advising on increasing energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness 

• Drafting reports and making written recommendations to SMT and/or the board on a range of topics related to the post 

• Support the development of the organisational health and safety management systems 

• Undertake regular and periodic safety monitoring on site and ensure actions are closed out as required

• Work with the CEO in liaising with the HSE on any RIDDOR notifiable occurrences and conducting any relevant near miss, incident & accident investigations to incorporate any lessons learnt into the organisations working practices 

General 

• Ensuring all Policies are in place and reviewed on a regular timely basis. Identifying gaps and writing new policies and procedures where appropriate 

• Liaise with statutory/non statutory bodies, for inspection purposes, ensuring all follow up actions are completed 

• Developing the business continuity plans, introducing them and embedding them into the organisation. Once embedded ensuring ongoing maintenance. 

• Advising on increasing energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness 

• Drafting reports and making written recommendations to SMT and/or the board on a range of topics related to the post 

• To keep equipment inventories up to date and manage statutory inspections, maintenance and equipment servicing databases 

• Keyholding for call outs, alarms and OOH’s works. 

• 24hr on call via ADT and local authority 

• Repairs where required, including, Electrical, Plumbing, Locksmithing, painting, joinery and college moves. 

• Remote CCTV monitoring 

We are working with an international development charity who are looking for an Interim Senior Trusts and Foundations Manager to join their team for an initial three-month contract, with the possibility of extension.

This is a vital role focused on maintaining and developing high-value partnerships with Trusts and Foundations. The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Developing a robust pipeline of 6-7 figure funding opportunities.
• Leading in partnership scoping and proposal development.t
• Providing valuable market insights and strategic advice.
• Managing existing donor relationships and ensuring strict compliance.
• Crafting tailored engagement strategies aligned with donor priorities.
• Supporting senior stakeholders in effective donor management.
• Contributing to strategic development and performance tracking.
• Maintaining accurate donor records and actively contributing to team activities.

Key Requirements:

• Significant and demonstrable experience in high-value (6-7 figure) trusts and foundations fundraising.
• A proven track record in effective pipeline management and successful proposal writing.
• Experience in managing relationships with high-level stakeholders.
• A strong understanding of global development issues. 
• Excellent communication, organisational, and strategic thinking skills.
• Experience line managing staff.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment.

What’s on Offer:

• A salary of £55,000-£60,000 on a day rate (Inside IR35) 
• An immediate start
• A hybrid working pattern
• An initial 3 month contract 

How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the “apply now” button.

Commitment to Diversity:
The Talent Set and our partner organisation are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.

Trusts and Foundations Fundraising Manager

Location: Hybrid with Edinburgh or Glasgow base location

Salary: £45,900 - £51,000 per annum, pro rata

Contract Type: Permanent, 35 hours per week

Closing Date: 21/04/2025 23:59

The Vacancy

Are you a strong communicator comfortable interacting with individuals at all levels and capable of writing compelling fundraising proposals and reports? Are you committed to building and maintaining strong relationships with funders, providing excellent stewardship? Are you skilled at creating and executing plans to secure funds from trusts and foundations? Are you adept at identifying potential funding sources and researching requirements to tailor applications accordingly?

If so, we would love to hear from you as we are currently recruiting a Trusts and Foundations Fundraising Manager within our Partnerships & Philanthropy Team. Working closely with the existing Trust Fundraising Executive, your primary focus will be to sustain and grow income from existing and potential funders through compelling proposals, timely reporting and effective stewardship. 

You will work collaboratively across CHAS to craft innovative and persuasive proposals, provide outstanding account management and stewardship to current donors, and identify, research, and engage new prospects.

You'll also develop strategies to cultivate relationships with both current and potential donors from trusts and foundations, and manage the stewardship program to attract, cultivate and retain strategic philanthropic income.
 

About You:

• Personal values align to CHAS’ values and motivated to help us to reach our ambition.
• Familiarity with trusts fundraising and expertise in creating strategic plans.
• An excellent verbal communicator, confident in dealing with people at all levels, externally and internally, with a view to building relationships and increasing income.
• An exceptional written communicator with the ability to write compelling and detailed fundraising proposals and reports.
• Experience of managing income and expenditure budgets effectively
• Organised with the ability to plan and prioritise a diverse workload, manage your own time and meet multiple deadlines under pressure.

Why CHAS?

At CHAS, we support families during the toughest of times. We have ambitions to reach every family in Scotland who is living with the heart-breaking prognosis that their child is expected to die young and offer them our care and support to empower them to make the most of the short time they have together. The skill, determination and creative flair of our Fundraising Teams makes this possible and your contribution will be valued.

We offer:

• Flexible Working: our teams work flexibly and in a hybrid manner with time mostly split between working from home and our Edinburgh and Glasgow offices, as well as occasional visits to our children’s hospices in Kinross and Balloch. We are happy to discuss working arrangements.

• Development Opportunities: exposure to a variety of fundraising activities as well as access to internal and external training opportunities
• Professional Growth: Work with industry leaders in a high-performing team where you will be encouraged and supported to excel and develop your skills.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Including generous annual leave policy (35 days inclusive of public holidays, rising to 40 days after 5yrs service) as well as pension, incremental annual salary progression, access to Blue Light discounts, and health and wellbeing support.

Further information and how to apply:

You will find a full job description and benefits list below. Click apply now to answer a couple of questions and submit your CV or complete our full application form. 

We expect interviews to take place on Thursday 1st May 2025.

Travel will be required in this role and some of our sites are not easily accessed via public transport so it would be beneficial if you have a full driving licence and access to a car.

This post will be subject to a Basic Disclosure Scotland check. 

The Woodland Trust is looking for a Carbon and Natural Capital Surveyor to focus on identifying, progressing and managing natural capital opportunities across the UK, and deliver carbon projects that meet the Trust’s contractual commitments. 

The Role: 
•    Lead and manage natural capital opportunities, with a primary focus on carbon markets, supporting the Trust’s environmental ambitions.
•    Work closely with land managers to identify and progress carbon opportunities, collaborating with the woodland outreach team.
•    Conduct due diligence on property transactions, ensuring integrity and compliance.
•    Help to develop and maintain strategic partnerships to enhance natural capital opportunities and   secure external support.
•    Support the delivery of the planTREES 2024-27 work programme and other key initiatives related to carbon and woodland enhancement.
•    Oversee budgets, approvals, and internal reporting to ensure projects align with strategic goals.
•    Build strong relationships with landowners, agencies, legal teams, and internal stakeholders to drive land-based carbon solutions.

The Candidate: 
•    You are a qualified Chartered Surveyor (preferably rural practice) with expertise in UK land use policies and natural capital opportunities.
•    You have strong project leadership skills, managing complex, multi-disciplinary initiatives on time and within budget.
•    You are passionate about environmental impact, with proven experience in team leadership and development.
•    You are an excellent communicator and influencer, capable of engaging effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
•    Commercially aware, you are able to balance costs and benefits while delivering strategic goals.
•    Results-driven, proactive in identifying opportunities to advance the Trust’s tree planting and carbon objectives.
•    You will have a UK Driving Licence and the ability to travel frequently across the UK with overnight stays

Benefits & Wellbeing: Joining our team means you'll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our staff, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer:
•    Enhanced Employer Pension
•    Life Assurance
•    Flexible & Hybrid Working Options
•    Generous Annual Leave
•    Enhanced Parental Pay
•    Employee Assistance Programme

About Us: The Woodland Trust is the UK's leading woodland conservation charity and is dedicated to creating a world where trees and woods thrive for both people and nature. Our mission involves engaging and inspiring individuals to contribute toward tackling the nature and climate crisis through the protection, restoration, and creation of essential woodland habitats.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: To achieve our vision of a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature, we need to better reflect society and the communities we work in. All people, no matter their background, identity, ability, or circumstance, should benefit from trees. 
People of colour and disabled people are currently under-represented across the environment and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we particularly encourage you to apply.
Please contact us to discuss any additional support or adjustments you may need to complete your application. 

Application Advice: For fairness we keep our candidates’ personal details hidden from the hiring managers, so they do not see your CV until shortlisting is completed.
Make sure that your Personal Statement clearly shows how your skills and knowledge link to the specifications in the job description and you share with us your passion for the role. 

Apply Now: If you're ready to make a difference and grow with us, send in your application today. We might close the job opening early if we get a lot of applications, so it's a good idea to apply soon. If we do close the advert early, and you have an application in process, we will email you prior to closing to give you time to complete.

First Stage Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams on Thursday 8th May.