We have big ambition, and our organisation strategy reflects this. As Senior Trust Fundraising Manager, your role will focus on securing five- and six-figure gifts from grant-giving trusts and foundations. You will provide exceptional stewardship to those trusts with whom we have existing relationships, whilst researching and cultivating new prospects to maximise income, value, and influence for The Children s Trust. This role will be key in enabling us to strengthen long term financial sustainability, through multi-year funding relationships and to drive restricted and unrestricted income to realise the strategy for 2030. Skills and Responsibilities To develop relationships to secure gifts and grants from Corporate Foundations, Trusts and statutory grant makers to achieve income targets. Responsibilities include: Prospect Research: Identify and develop a pipeline of opportunities from grant-giving trusts and foundations. Use internal database, online resources, desk research, and contact mapping to identify new funder opportunities. Review trusts and foundations funding criteria to grow the prospect pipeline. Develop a thorough understanding of our work and future developments to identify new funding opportunities. Submitting grant applications: Create compelling and persuasive funding appeals. Complete grant application forms and follow application processes as required. Work closely with colleagues across the Directorate and the wider charity to articulate our work and build strong funding propositions. Leadership & Relationship Management: Lead and manage the Trusts and Philanthropy Executive by developing skills, conducting appraisals and overseeing ongoing development. Lead & steward a portfolio of existing charitable trusts and foundations, and cultivate new potential donors, ensuring their support is recognised and celebrated. Ensure funders are thanked promptly and that grant terms and conditions are applied. Provide progress reports and manage all formal reporting requirements on time. Build relationships in person, by phone, email, or virtual meetings to secure long-term commitment. Identify opportunities for funders to meet key staff and attend events and site visits that strengthen their relationship with the charity. Implement the High Value Donor Stewardship Plan. Take a proactive role in developing assets such as appeals and cultivation events. Work with colleagues across the charity to monitor and evaluate funded projects, producing reports that demonstrate impact. Administration and Reporting: Manage trust prospects and donors on the CRM database, ensuring records are accurate and compliant with fundraising regulations. Budget management, cost control forecasting and taking corrective action to achieve budgets. Use the CRM database to manage task actions , prioritise and evaluate opportunities, and record funder interactions. Manage and develop a portfolio of high value relationships. Liaise with colleagues to ensure grant applications are coordinated across the organisation. Terms and Conditions PLEASE INCLUDE A COVERING LETTER WITH YOUR APPLICATION To apply, scroll down this page and click apply now . For more information and a copy of the candidate briefing pack please click here Interview date : 1st stage w/c 6th April and 2nd stage w/c 20 April Staff benefits include free staff parking, and more read more below About Us The Children s Trust is the UK s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service. Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom. Staff Benefits The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits on our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment. We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service. Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable), Teacher s pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Rehabilitation of Offenders Many roles at The Children s Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, which will disclose all unspent convictions and adult cautions and any spent convictions or adult cautions that would not be protected. The exceptions to this are our retail roles within The Children s Trust shops, which are subject to Basic DBS checks which will disclose unspent convictions or adult cautions. Equal Opportunity Employer To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK s diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements. Online Searches In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate s name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
We have big ambition, and our organisation strategy reflects this. As Senior Trust Fundraising Manager, your role will focus on securing five- and six-figure gifts from grant-giving trusts and foundations. You will provide exceptional stewardship to those trusts with whom we have existing relationships, whilst researching and cultivating new prospects to maximise income, value, and influence for The Children s Trust. This role will be key in enabling us to strengthen long term financial sustainability, through multi-year funding relationships and to drive restricted and unrestricted income to realise the strategy for 2030. Skills and Responsibilities To develop relationships to secure gifts and grants from Corporate Foundations, Trusts and statutory grant makers to achieve income targets. Responsibilities include: Prospect Research: Identify and develop a pipeline of opportunities from grant-giving trusts and foundations. Use internal database, online resources, desk research, and contact mapping to identify new funder opportunities. Review trusts and foundations funding criteria to grow the prospect pipeline. Develop a thorough understanding of our work and future developments to identify new funding opportunities. Submitting grant applications: Create compelling and persuasive funding appeals. Complete grant application forms and follow application processes as required. Work closely with colleagues across the Directorate and the wider charity to articulate our work and build strong funding propositions. Leadership & Relationship Management: Lead and manage the Trusts and Philanthropy Executive by developing skills, conducting appraisals and overseeing ongoing development. Lead & steward a portfolio of existing charitable trusts and foundations, and cultivate new potential donors, ensuring their support is recognised and celebrated. Ensure funders are thanked promptly and that grant terms and conditions are applied. Provide progress reports and manage all formal reporting requirements on time. Build relationships in person, by phone, email, or virtual meetings to secure long-term commitment. Identify opportunities for funders to meet key staff and attend events and site visits that strengthen their relationship with the charity. Implement the High Value Donor Stewardship Plan. Take a proactive role in developing assets such as appeals and cultivation events. Work with colleagues across the charity to monitor and evaluate funded projects, producing reports that demonstrate impact. Administration and Reporting: Manage trust prospects and donors on the CRM database, ensuring records are accurate and compliant with fundraising regulations. Budget management, cost control forecasting and taking corrective action to achieve budgets. Use the CRM database to manage task actions , prioritise and evaluate opportunities, and record funder interactions. Manage and develop a portfolio of high value relationships. Liaise with colleagues to ensure grant applications are coordinated across the organisation. Terms and Conditions PLEASE INCLUDE A COVERING LETTER WITH YOUR APPLICATION To apply, scroll down this page and click apply now . For more information and a copy of the candidate briefing pack please click here Interview date : 1st stage w/c 6th April and 2nd stage w/c 20 April Staff benefits include free staff parking, and more read more below About Us The Children s Trust is the UK s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service. Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom. Staff Benefits The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits on our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment. We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service. Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable), Teacher s pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Rehabilitation of Offenders Many roles at The Children s Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, which will disclose all unspent convictions and adult cautions and any spent convictions or adult cautions that would not be protected. The exceptions to this are our retail roles within The Children s Trust shops, which are subject to Basic DBS checks which will disclose unspent convictions or adult cautions. Equal Opportunity Employer To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK s diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements. Online Searches In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate s name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.
Mary s Meals is a global movement supported by people from all walks of life and we are focused on one goal that every child receives a nutritious daily meal in a place of education. We offer more than just a career, we offer the opportunity to support our global movement in a dynamic and inclusive environment with a real focus on personal development. We are looking for a Regional Development Officer to cover the Yorkshire region and inspire their network to join our mission to feed more children. We require someone to be based in or a short commutable distance to cover the region. As the Regional Development Officer for Yorkshire, you will be a warm, visible ambassador for Mary s Meals. By building genuine, values driven relationships and using insight to guide your priorities, you ll nurture local networks, identify high potential opportunities, and confidently grow income, participation, and supporter engagement. Through strategic, outward facing work, you ll turn first conversations into committed, long term support that strengthens our movement and fuels our mission. Working closely with the Head of England and Wales you will co-create and deliver a tailored local growth plan that reflects your region's communities and opportunities. You will represent Mary s Meals across schools, churches, corporates and community partners and play a pivotal role in activating supporters, mobilising volunteers, and sharing compelling local stories. Operating with high autonomy, you will use insights and data to focus on high potential and growth areas, and collaborate closely with our Philanthropy & Partnerships, Supporter Experience and Communications teams to deliver seamless supporter journeys and strong storytelling. Everything you do will reflect Mary s Meals warmth and dignity, helping us reach more children through relationship-led growth. Key responsibilities include Work with the Head of England and Wales to design and deliver a clear, insight driven local growth plan with defined priorities, income drivers, volunteer mobilisation efforts, and visibility activities. Use data, local insight, and regional understanding to focus your time where growth potential is strongest. Balance relationship building with a proactive, opportunity-led approach, identifying new supporters, networks, and partnerships and developing them from prospective supporters into committed donors. To create the conditions for a volunteer Deputy and a motivated volunteer network to confidently lead talks, events, introductions and other activities that broaden our reach Empower volunteers through clear delegation, coaching, and recognition, ensuring they feel confident and aligned with Mary s Meals mission and values. Inspire and back volunteers to own the mission. Spot people with energy and networks, invite their ideas, give light-touch support and tools, and celebrate their impact so they bring others into our movement. Represent Mary s Meals throughout your region with confidence and authenticity, engaging schools, parishes, community groups, businesses, and local networks. Deliver talks, small events, parish visits, school assemblies, partner meetings, local networking engagements, and other targeted activities that grow income, participation, and visibility. Make confident, values-led asks that move supporters from interest to action across giving, volunteering, and awareness raising. Actively network across your region to identify new prospects, initiate first meetings, and follow up quickly and purposefully. Collaborate closely with the Philanthropy & Partnerships team on key opportunities and ensuring the donor is at the heart of each stewardship decision. Build a diverse pipeline of leads, opportunities, and partnerships reflective of your regions communities and faith landscape. Work closely across the organisation to ensure your regional activity feels seamless and aligned, collaborating with Supporter Experience so that journeys, thanking and stewardship feel warm and timely; with Creative Communications to deliver compelling local storytelling; with Philanthropy & Partnerships to coordinate opportunities for major donors and corporates; and with the Volunteer Manager to strengthen mobilisation and development across your region. Proactively translate and tailor national messages and campaigns for regional audiences using templates, supporter stories, and local successes. Spot and share regional stories, images, results, and moments of advocacy to enhance national storytelling. Strengthen local visibility by cultivating community connectors and being confident in supporting and delivering appropriate local media engagement in coordination with Comms colleagues. To apply for the role of Regional Development Officer based at Mary s Meals UK, please follow the instructions on Charity Job. Applicants must hold full right to work in the UK. We welcome applications from candidates of all different backgrounds and identities to apply. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse charity providing a supportive place for you to do the best and most rewarding work of your career. Closing date for applications is Friday, 27 March. Interviews will commence week commencing 30th March. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Please note: If you have any special requirements or adjustments before an interview, please let us know.
Mar 13, 2026
Full time
Mary s Meals is a global movement supported by people from all walks of life and we are focused on one goal that every child receives a nutritious daily meal in a place of education. We offer more than just a career, we offer the opportunity to support our global movement in a dynamic and inclusive environment with a real focus on personal development. We are looking for a Regional Development Officer to cover the Yorkshire region and inspire their network to join our mission to feed more children. We require someone to be based in or a short commutable distance to cover the region. As the Regional Development Officer for Yorkshire, you will be a warm, visible ambassador for Mary s Meals. By building genuine, values driven relationships and using insight to guide your priorities, you ll nurture local networks, identify high potential opportunities, and confidently grow income, participation, and supporter engagement. Through strategic, outward facing work, you ll turn first conversations into committed, long term support that strengthens our movement and fuels our mission. Working closely with the Head of England and Wales you will co-create and deliver a tailored local growth plan that reflects your region's communities and opportunities. You will represent Mary s Meals across schools, churches, corporates and community partners and play a pivotal role in activating supporters, mobilising volunteers, and sharing compelling local stories. Operating with high autonomy, you will use insights and data to focus on high potential and growth areas, and collaborate closely with our Philanthropy & Partnerships, Supporter Experience and Communications teams to deliver seamless supporter journeys and strong storytelling. Everything you do will reflect Mary s Meals warmth and dignity, helping us reach more children through relationship-led growth. Key responsibilities include Work with the Head of England and Wales to design and deliver a clear, insight driven local growth plan with defined priorities, income drivers, volunteer mobilisation efforts, and visibility activities. Use data, local insight, and regional understanding to focus your time where growth potential is strongest. Balance relationship building with a proactive, opportunity-led approach, identifying new supporters, networks, and partnerships and developing them from prospective supporters into committed donors. To create the conditions for a volunteer Deputy and a motivated volunteer network to confidently lead talks, events, introductions and other activities that broaden our reach Empower volunteers through clear delegation, coaching, and recognition, ensuring they feel confident and aligned with Mary s Meals mission and values. Inspire and back volunteers to own the mission. Spot people with energy and networks, invite their ideas, give light-touch support and tools, and celebrate their impact so they bring others into our movement. Represent Mary s Meals throughout your region with confidence and authenticity, engaging schools, parishes, community groups, businesses, and local networks. Deliver talks, small events, parish visits, school assemblies, partner meetings, local networking engagements, and other targeted activities that grow income, participation, and visibility. Make confident, values-led asks that move supporters from interest to action across giving, volunteering, and awareness raising. Actively network across your region to identify new prospects, initiate first meetings, and follow up quickly and purposefully. Collaborate closely with the Philanthropy & Partnerships team on key opportunities and ensuring the donor is at the heart of each stewardship decision. Build a diverse pipeline of leads, opportunities, and partnerships reflective of your regions communities and faith landscape. Work closely across the organisation to ensure your regional activity feels seamless and aligned, collaborating with Supporter Experience so that journeys, thanking and stewardship feel warm and timely; with Creative Communications to deliver compelling local storytelling; with Philanthropy & Partnerships to coordinate opportunities for major donors and corporates; and with the Volunteer Manager to strengthen mobilisation and development across your region. Proactively translate and tailor national messages and campaigns for regional audiences using templates, supporter stories, and local successes. Spot and share regional stories, images, results, and moments of advocacy to enhance national storytelling. Strengthen local visibility by cultivating community connectors and being confident in supporting and delivering appropriate local media engagement in coordination with Comms colleagues. To apply for the role of Regional Development Officer based at Mary s Meals UK, please follow the instructions on Charity Job. Applicants must hold full right to work in the UK. We welcome applications from candidates of all different backgrounds and identities to apply. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse charity providing a supportive place for you to do the best and most rewarding work of your career. Closing date for applications is Friday, 27 March. Interviews will commence week commencing 30th March. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Please note: If you have any special requirements or adjustments before an interview, please let us know.
Reporting to the Associate Director of Fundraising, the Corporate Fundraising Manager will lead on the development and delivery of an ambitious strategy to grow corporate fundraising income for The National Brain Appeal. The role will have a particular focus on securing new business, identifying and cultivating relationships with major corporate partners, and building a strong pipeline of opportunities. Working closely with colleagues across the philanthropy team, the postholder will develop compelling funding propositions, approach prospective partners, and negotiate and secure significant corporate partnerships. This is a senior role within the team requiring a proactive and strategic individual with a strong track record in new business development, and the confidence to engage senior stakeholders both internally and externally. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to shape and expand the charity s corporate income, contributing directly to the delivery of transformational projects in neurology and neuroscience.
Mar 13, 2026
Full time
Reporting to the Associate Director of Fundraising, the Corporate Fundraising Manager will lead on the development and delivery of an ambitious strategy to grow corporate fundraising income for The National Brain Appeal. The role will have a particular focus on securing new business, identifying and cultivating relationships with major corporate partners, and building a strong pipeline of opportunities. Working closely with colleagues across the philanthropy team, the postholder will develop compelling funding propositions, approach prospective partners, and negotiate and secure significant corporate partnerships. This is a senior role within the team requiring a proactive and strategic individual with a strong track record in new business development, and the confidence to engage senior stakeholders both internally and externally. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to shape and expand the charity s corporate income, contributing directly to the delivery of transformational projects in neurology and neuroscience.
Mary s Meals is a global movement supported by people from all walks of life and we are focused on one goal that every child receives a nutritious daily meal in a place of education. We offer more than just a career, we offer the opportunity to support our global movement in a dynamic and inclusive environment with a real focus on personal development. We are looking for a Regional Development Officer for South Coast, London. In this role, covering postcodes KT, GU, SO, PO, BH, you will be a warm, visible ambassador for Mary s Meals igniting enthusiasm, inspiring action, and helping people across your region join our mission and help feed more children. By building genuine, values driven relationships and using insight to guide your priorities, you ll nurture local networks, identify high potential opportunities, and confidently grow income, participation, and supporter engagement. Through strategic, outward facing work, you ll turn first conversations into committed, long term support that strengthens our movement and fuels our mission. Working closely with the London and South East Lead, you will co-create and deliver a tailored local growth plan that reflects your region's communities and opportunities. You will represent Mary s Meals across schools, churches, corporates and community partners and play a pivotal role in activating supporters, mobilising volunteers, and sharing compelling local stories. Operating with high autonomy, you will use insights and data to focus on high potential and growth areas, and collaborate closely with our Philanthropy & Partnerships, Supporter Experience and Communications teams to deliver seamless supporter journeys and strong storytelling. Everything you do will reflect Mary s Meals warmth and dignity, helping us reach more children through relationship-led growth. Key responsibilities include Work with the London and South East Lead to design and deliver a clear, insight driven local growth plan with defined priorities, income drivers, volunteer mobilisation efforts, and visibility activities. Use data, local insight, and regional understanding to focus your time where growth potential is strongest. Balance relationship building with a proactive, opportunity-led approach, identifying new supporters, networks, and partnerships and developing them from prospective supporters into committed donors. To create the conditions for a volunteer Deputy and a motivated volunteer network to confidently lead talks, events, introductions and other activities that broaden our reach. Empower volunteers through clear delegation, coaching, and recognition, ensuring they feel confident and aligned with Mary s Meals mission and values. Inspire and back volunteers to own the mission. Spot people with energy and networks, invite their ideas, give light-touch support and tools, and celebrate their impact so they bring others into our movement. Represent Mary s Meals throughout your region with confidence and authenticity, engaging schools, parishes, community groups, businesses, and local networks. Deliver talks, small events, parish visits, school assemblies, partner meetings, local networking engagements, and other targeted activities that grow income, participation, and visibility. Make confident, values-led asks that move supporters from interest to action across giving, volunteering, and awareness raising. Actively network across your region to identify new prospects, initiate first meetings, and follow up quickly and purposefully. Collaborate closely with the Philanthropy & Partnerships team on key opportunities and ensuring the donor is at the heart of each stewardship decision. Build a diverse pipeline of leads, opportunities, and partnerships reflective of your regions communities and faith landscape. Work closely across the organisation to ensure your regional activity feels seamless and aligned, collaborating with Supporter Experience so that journeys, thanking and stewardship feel warm and timely; with Creative Communications to deliver compelling local storytelling; with Philanthropy & Partnerships to coordinate opportunities for major donors and corporates; and with the Volunteer Manager to strengthen mobilisation and development across your region. Proactively translate and tailor national messages and campaigns for regional audiences using templates, supporter stories, and local successes. Spot and share regional stories, images, results, and moments of advocacy to enhance national storytelling. Strengthen local visibility by cultivating community connectors and being confident in supporting and delivering appropriate local media engagement in coordination with Comms colleagues. To apply for the role of Regional Development Officer based at Mary s Meals UK, please follow instructions on the Charity Job website. Applicants must hold full right to work in the UK and be based in or within short commutable distance of the region covered in the role. We welcome applications from candidates of all different backgrounds and identities to apply. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse charity providing a supportive place for you to do the best and most rewarding work of your career. Closing date for application is Thursday, 26 March at 5pm. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Interviews will commence week beginning 30 March . Please note: If you have any special requirements or adjustments before an interview, please let us know.
Mar 13, 2026
Full time
Mary s Meals is a global movement supported by people from all walks of life and we are focused on one goal that every child receives a nutritious daily meal in a place of education. We offer more than just a career, we offer the opportunity to support our global movement in a dynamic and inclusive environment with a real focus on personal development. We are looking for a Regional Development Officer for South Coast, London. In this role, covering postcodes KT, GU, SO, PO, BH, you will be a warm, visible ambassador for Mary s Meals igniting enthusiasm, inspiring action, and helping people across your region join our mission and help feed more children. By building genuine, values driven relationships and using insight to guide your priorities, you ll nurture local networks, identify high potential opportunities, and confidently grow income, participation, and supporter engagement. Through strategic, outward facing work, you ll turn first conversations into committed, long term support that strengthens our movement and fuels our mission. Working closely with the London and South East Lead, you will co-create and deliver a tailored local growth plan that reflects your region's communities and opportunities. You will represent Mary s Meals across schools, churches, corporates and community partners and play a pivotal role in activating supporters, mobilising volunteers, and sharing compelling local stories. Operating with high autonomy, you will use insights and data to focus on high potential and growth areas, and collaborate closely with our Philanthropy & Partnerships, Supporter Experience and Communications teams to deliver seamless supporter journeys and strong storytelling. Everything you do will reflect Mary s Meals warmth and dignity, helping us reach more children through relationship-led growth. Key responsibilities include Work with the London and South East Lead to design and deliver a clear, insight driven local growth plan with defined priorities, income drivers, volunteer mobilisation efforts, and visibility activities. Use data, local insight, and regional understanding to focus your time where growth potential is strongest. Balance relationship building with a proactive, opportunity-led approach, identifying new supporters, networks, and partnerships and developing them from prospective supporters into committed donors. To create the conditions for a volunteer Deputy and a motivated volunteer network to confidently lead talks, events, introductions and other activities that broaden our reach. Empower volunteers through clear delegation, coaching, and recognition, ensuring they feel confident and aligned with Mary s Meals mission and values. Inspire and back volunteers to own the mission. Spot people with energy and networks, invite their ideas, give light-touch support and tools, and celebrate their impact so they bring others into our movement. Represent Mary s Meals throughout your region with confidence and authenticity, engaging schools, parishes, community groups, businesses, and local networks. Deliver talks, small events, parish visits, school assemblies, partner meetings, local networking engagements, and other targeted activities that grow income, participation, and visibility. Make confident, values-led asks that move supporters from interest to action across giving, volunteering, and awareness raising. Actively network across your region to identify new prospects, initiate first meetings, and follow up quickly and purposefully. Collaborate closely with the Philanthropy & Partnerships team on key opportunities and ensuring the donor is at the heart of each stewardship decision. Build a diverse pipeline of leads, opportunities, and partnerships reflective of your regions communities and faith landscape. Work closely across the organisation to ensure your regional activity feels seamless and aligned, collaborating with Supporter Experience so that journeys, thanking and stewardship feel warm and timely; with Creative Communications to deliver compelling local storytelling; with Philanthropy & Partnerships to coordinate opportunities for major donors and corporates; and with the Volunteer Manager to strengthen mobilisation and development across your region. Proactively translate and tailor national messages and campaigns for regional audiences using templates, supporter stories, and local successes. Spot and share regional stories, images, results, and moments of advocacy to enhance national storytelling. Strengthen local visibility by cultivating community connectors and being confident in supporting and delivering appropriate local media engagement in coordination with Comms colleagues. To apply for the role of Regional Development Officer based at Mary s Meals UK, please follow instructions on the Charity Job website. Applicants must hold full right to work in the UK and be based in or within short commutable distance of the region covered in the role. We welcome applications from candidates of all different backgrounds and identities to apply. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse charity providing a supportive place for you to do the best and most rewarding work of your career. Closing date for application is Thursday, 26 March at 5pm. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Interviews will commence week beginning 30 March . Please note: If you have any special requirements or adjustments before an interview, please let us know.
Head of proposition development When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. About the Role We are looking for a Head of Proposition Development to join us on a six month fixed term contract, to lead the creation of compelling, strategic fundraising propositions that will help Sense secure significant funding across multiple income streams. This is a full time, hybrid role working 2-3 days on site at our offices in Kings Cross, London. Working across a large and complex organisation, you will collaborate with fundraisers, programme leads and senior stakeholders to develop clear and powerful narratives about our work. You will translate our strategy into fundable opportunities and persuasive cases for support, ensuring our fundraisers have the tools they need to secure transformational funding. You will also establish strong impact tracking and reporting frameworks, enabling us to demonstrate the difference our supporters make and strengthen long-term relationships. This role offers the opportunity to work across the organisation, bringing together strategy, storytelling, data and impact to help grow sustainable income. Key Responsibilities Develop compelling cross-organisational fundraising propositions aligned with Sense s strategic priorities. Translate complex programmes and budgets into clear, persuasive cases for support. Work closely with fundraisers and programme teams to identify fundable projects and opportunities. Create toolkits, collateral and resources to support high-quality fundraising proposals and pitches. Develop frameworks for impact reporting and stewardship, ensuring we clearly demonstrate the difference supporters make. Lead cross-functional projects and collaborate with teams across the organisation. Track and analyse proposition performance to optimise fundraising outcomes. Develop engaging storytelling and supporter-facing content that resonates with a range of audiences, from individual donors to major funders. Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and organisational policies. About You We re looking for a creative and strategic communicator who can turn complex programmes into powerful and persuasive fundraising propositions. You ll be highly organised, collaborative and comfortable working across multiple teams to bring ideas to life. You will bring: A proven track record of developing transformational fundraising propositions, ideally within philanthropy, major gifts, trusts & foundations or corporate partnerships. Exceptional writing, editing and presentation skills. Strong storytelling ability combined with analytical thinking. Experience translating complex programmes and budgets into clear, fundable propositions. Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Experience developing impact reporting frameworks and stewardship materials. Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to influence across teams. Experience with CRM systems (ideally MS Dynamics) and strong data analysis skills would be advantageous. About Sense We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world. We use our knowledge and expertise to deliver personalised, creative and flexible support at every stage of life. Sense is proud to be a disability confident leader. Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement. To apply Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your application to shortlist candidates for interview, in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification (found at the base of this advert) before applying. Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time. Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to a DBS check; level dependent on the nature of the role. For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.
Mar 13, 2026
Full time
Head of proposition development When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. About the Role We are looking for a Head of Proposition Development to join us on a six month fixed term contract, to lead the creation of compelling, strategic fundraising propositions that will help Sense secure significant funding across multiple income streams. This is a full time, hybrid role working 2-3 days on site at our offices in Kings Cross, London. Working across a large and complex organisation, you will collaborate with fundraisers, programme leads and senior stakeholders to develop clear and powerful narratives about our work. You will translate our strategy into fundable opportunities and persuasive cases for support, ensuring our fundraisers have the tools they need to secure transformational funding. You will also establish strong impact tracking and reporting frameworks, enabling us to demonstrate the difference our supporters make and strengthen long-term relationships. This role offers the opportunity to work across the organisation, bringing together strategy, storytelling, data and impact to help grow sustainable income. Key Responsibilities Develop compelling cross-organisational fundraising propositions aligned with Sense s strategic priorities. Translate complex programmes and budgets into clear, persuasive cases for support. Work closely with fundraisers and programme teams to identify fundable projects and opportunities. Create toolkits, collateral and resources to support high-quality fundraising proposals and pitches. Develop frameworks for impact reporting and stewardship, ensuring we clearly demonstrate the difference supporters make. Lead cross-functional projects and collaborate with teams across the organisation. Track and analyse proposition performance to optimise fundraising outcomes. Develop engaging storytelling and supporter-facing content that resonates with a range of audiences, from individual donors to major funders. Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and organisational policies. About You We re looking for a creative and strategic communicator who can turn complex programmes into powerful and persuasive fundraising propositions. You ll be highly organised, collaborative and comfortable working across multiple teams to bring ideas to life. You will bring: A proven track record of developing transformational fundraising propositions, ideally within philanthropy, major gifts, trusts & foundations or corporate partnerships. Exceptional writing, editing and presentation skills. Strong storytelling ability combined with analytical thinking. Experience translating complex programmes and budgets into clear, fundable propositions. Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Experience developing impact reporting frameworks and stewardship materials. Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to influence across teams. Experience with CRM systems (ideally MS Dynamics) and strong data analysis skills would be advantageous. About Sense We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world. We use our knowledge and expertise to deliver personalised, creative and flexible support at every stage of life. Sense is proud to be a disability confident leader. Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement. To apply Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your application to shortlist candidates for interview, in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification (found at the base of this advert) before applying. Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time. Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to a DBS check; level dependent on the nature of the role. For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.
Location : Home-based with regular meetings in London and travel across the UK as required Salary : £41,063 to £45,626 per annum Job Type: Full time Contract Type : Permanent Benefits: 27 days holiday + bank holidays (pro rata for part time roles), perk scheme access, life assurance, paid compassionate leave, enhanced sick pay, membership plus many more staff benefits. They are almost two years into their ambitious organisational strategy, and this is an exciting moment to join them as their Philanthropy Manager. Our clients public fundraising programme is at a pivotal stage of development. The Philanthropy Manager will play a central role in shaping and accelerating this next phase, leading the growth of major gift and legacy income through strong donor relationships, compelling propositions and high-quality stewardship. You don t need to be a cyclist to work at their organisation, but you do need to have a strong commitment to their work. This is a senior role with real opportunity to influence direction, build capability and embed philanthropy at the heart of the organisation. Working closely with the Head of Fundraising and colleagues across their organisation, the postholder will help transform a developing philanthropy programme into a mature, relationship-led income stream that delivers sustainable growth over the long term. They are an inclusive organisation and would particularly welcome applications from candidates from a broad range of backgrounds. They strongly believe that diversity strengthens their work. If you are already passionate about cycling, that s great, many of them are too! But if you are simply really excellent at what you do, no matter what your background, that is what matters most to them. Explore the attached job description for full details on this exciting opportunity. Complete the application form expressing why you are the right candidate for this opening. Focus on gearing your supporting statement to exemplify how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role, directly referring to the person specification. This enables the selection panel to assess your relative strengths against the specified criteria. The role is home based in the UK, with regular meetings in London and travel across the UK as required. Applications close at 9:00am on the closing date shown Closing date: 23-03-2026 You may have experience in the following: Philanthropy Manager, Major Gifts Manager, Major Donor Manager, High Value Giving Manager, Fundraising Manager, Senior Fundraiser, Development Manager, Partnerships Manager, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Individual Giving Manager, Legacy Fundraising Manager, Legacy Giving Manager, Trusts and Foundations Manager, Grants Manager, Donor Relations Manager, Stewardship Manager, Relationship Fundraiser, Income Generation Manager, Strategic Fundraising Lead, etc. REF-
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Location : Home-based with regular meetings in London and travel across the UK as required Salary : £41,063 to £45,626 per annum Job Type: Full time Contract Type : Permanent Benefits: 27 days holiday + bank holidays (pro rata for part time roles), perk scheme access, life assurance, paid compassionate leave, enhanced sick pay, membership plus many more staff benefits. They are almost two years into their ambitious organisational strategy, and this is an exciting moment to join them as their Philanthropy Manager. Our clients public fundraising programme is at a pivotal stage of development. The Philanthropy Manager will play a central role in shaping and accelerating this next phase, leading the growth of major gift and legacy income through strong donor relationships, compelling propositions and high-quality stewardship. You don t need to be a cyclist to work at their organisation, but you do need to have a strong commitment to their work. This is a senior role with real opportunity to influence direction, build capability and embed philanthropy at the heart of the organisation. Working closely with the Head of Fundraising and colleagues across their organisation, the postholder will help transform a developing philanthropy programme into a mature, relationship-led income stream that delivers sustainable growth over the long term. They are an inclusive organisation and would particularly welcome applications from candidates from a broad range of backgrounds. They strongly believe that diversity strengthens their work. If you are already passionate about cycling, that s great, many of them are too! But if you are simply really excellent at what you do, no matter what your background, that is what matters most to them. Explore the attached job description for full details on this exciting opportunity. Complete the application form expressing why you are the right candidate for this opening. Focus on gearing your supporting statement to exemplify how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role, directly referring to the person specification. This enables the selection panel to assess your relative strengths against the specified criteria. The role is home based in the UK, with regular meetings in London and travel across the UK as required. Applications close at 9:00am on the closing date shown Closing date: 23-03-2026 You may have experience in the following: Philanthropy Manager, Major Gifts Manager, Major Donor Manager, High Value Giving Manager, Fundraising Manager, Senior Fundraiser, Development Manager, Partnerships Manager, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Individual Giving Manager, Legacy Fundraising Manager, Legacy Giving Manager, Trusts and Foundations Manager, Grants Manager, Donor Relations Manager, Stewardship Manager, Relationship Fundraiser, Income Generation Manager, Strategic Fundraising Lead, etc. REF-
Philanthropy manager Location: Contracted to their Peterborough office with the flexibility for hybrid working Contract Type : 12-month fixed term contract maternity cover Full time: 37.5 hours per week Salary: £36,000 - £42,000 depending on experience Benefits: Our client want all their employees to feel valued and engaged and are committed to offering a positive working culture along with a good work-life balance. As well as ensuring we pay their employees fairly, they offer the following benefits: Flexible working, Generous annual leave, Private Medical Insurance, including dental and optical, Pension Scheme, Sick Pay, Death in Service, Employee Assistance Programme, Bike Loan Scheme, Cycle2Work Scheme, Eyecare, Discount Portal. Closing date: Sunday 29 March 2026 Telephone interviews will be held week commencing 30 March and in-person interviews will be held in Peterborough week commencing 6 April 2026 No agencies please Be a part of an energetic and vibrant team who are driven by the desire to improve the lives of people living with kidney disease. Their vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who thrives in a fast paced, ambitious environment. They want to prevent kidney disease from becoming a public health emergency and find better treatments for kidney patients sooner. They are looking for a talented philanthropy manager who will be responsible for a portfolio of prospects and donors to build long lasting and highly engaged relationships. Working closely with the head of philanthropy and the major appeals manager you will play a key role in growing their income from major donors over the next 3-5 years by building a pipeline of new and existing donors and securing five and six-figure gifts. This external facing role will manage their mid to high value prospects and donors and you will build personal relationships though understanding donor motivations, delivering tailored funding proposals and communications, and creating a bespoke donor journey with the aim of increasing their giving and connection to the cause. They operate a hybrid, flexible working style and regular weekly office attendance is encouraged. The role is contracted to their Peterborough office. You will also be required to regularly attend external meetings and events. If you are interested in the position, please complete the online application form and submit together with your CV. They are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all sections of the community. About Them: Our client is the leading charity in the UK focused on funding research into the prevention, treatment and management of kidney disease. Their vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease and for more than 60 years the research, they fund has been making an impact. But kidney disease is increasing as are the factors contributing to it, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity, making their work more essential than ever. They work with clinicians and scientists across the UK, funding and facilitating research into all areas of kidney disease. They collaborate with partners across the public, private and third sectors to prevent kidney disease and drive innovation to transform treatments. Over the last ten years they have invested more than £71 million into research. They lobby governments and decision makers to change policy and practice to ensure that the estimated 7.2 million people living with all stages of kidney disease in the UK have access to the most effective care and treatment, and to make kidney disease a priority. Most importantly, they also work closely with patients, ensuring their voice is heard and is at the centre of everything they do, from deciding which research to invest in to how they plan their priorities and their work across the charity. Those patient contributions are vital, always helping them and theirr partners to understand what life is like with kidney disease, always ensuring they see the patient behind the treatment and always reminding them that behind every statistic and every number is a person the patients and the carers who inspire their mission and push them forward to make a difference and change the future of kidney disease. You may have experience of the following: Philanthropy Manager, Partnerships Manager, Head of Philanthropy, Head of Partnerships, Fundraiser, Senior Fundraising Officer, Fundraising Manager, Head of Fundraising, Major Gifts, Corporate Partnerships, Business Development Manager, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, NFP, Not for Profit, etc. REF-
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Philanthropy manager Location: Contracted to their Peterborough office with the flexibility for hybrid working Contract Type : 12-month fixed term contract maternity cover Full time: 37.5 hours per week Salary: £36,000 - £42,000 depending on experience Benefits: Our client want all their employees to feel valued and engaged and are committed to offering a positive working culture along with a good work-life balance. As well as ensuring we pay their employees fairly, they offer the following benefits: Flexible working, Generous annual leave, Private Medical Insurance, including dental and optical, Pension Scheme, Sick Pay, Death in Service, Employee Assistance Programme, Bike Loan Scheme, Cycle2Work Scheme, Eyecare, Discount Portal. Closing date: Sunday 29 March 2026 Telephone interviews will be held week commencing 30 March and in-person interviews will be held in Peterborough week commencing 6 April 2026 No agencies please Be a part of an energetic and vibrant team who are driven by the desire to improve the lives of people living with kidney disease. Their vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who thrives in a fast paced, ambitious environment. They want to prevent kidney disease from becoming a public health emergency and find better treatments for kidney patients sooner. They are looking for a talented philanthropy manager who will be responsible for a portfolio of prospects and donors to build long lasting and highly engaged relationships. Working closely with the head of philanthropy and the major appeals manager you will play a key role in growing their income from major donors over the next 3-5 years by building a pipeline of new and existing donors and securing five and six-figure gifts. This external facing role will manage their mid to high value prospects and donors and you will build personal relationships though understanding donor motivations, delivering tailored funding proposals and communications, and creating a bespoke donor journey with the aim of increasing their giving and connection to the cause. They operate a hybrid, flexible working style and regular weekly office attendance is encouraged. The role is contracted to their Peterborough office. You will also be required to regularly attend external meetings and events. If you are interested in the position, please complete the online application form and submit together with your CV. They are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all sections of the community. About Them: Our client is the leading charity in the UK focused on funding research into the prevention, treatment and management of kidney disease. Their vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease and for more than 60 years the research, they fund has been making an impact. But kidney disease is increasing as are the factors contributing to it, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity, making their work more essential than ever. They work with clinicians and scientists across the UK, funding and facilitating research into all areas of kidney disease. They collaborate with partners across the public, private and third sectors to prevent kidney disease and drive innovation to transform treatments. Over the last ten years they have invested more than £71 million into research. They lobby governments and decision makers to change policy and practice to ensure that the estimated 7.2 million people living with all stages of kidney disease in the UK have access to the most effective care and treatment, and to make kidney disease a priority. Most importantly, they also work closely with patients, ensuring their voice is heard and is at the centre of everything they do, from deciding which research to invest in to how they plan their priorities and their work across the charity. Those patient contributions are vital, always helping them and theirr partners to understand what life is like with kidney disease, always ensuring they see the patient behind the treatment and always reminding them that behind every statistic and every number is a person the patients and the carers who inspire their mission and push them forward to make a difference and change the future of kidney disease. You may have experience of the following: Philanthropy Manager, Partnerships Manager, Head of Philanthropy, Head of Partnerships, Fundraiser, Senior Fundraising Officer, Fundraising Manager, Head of Fundraising, Major Gifts, Corporate Partnerships, Business Development Manager, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, NFP, Not for Profit, etc. REF-
Senior Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager We are seeking an experienced Senior Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager to lead high value fundraising and build transformational relationships with major donors and partners. Position: Senior Manager, Philanthropy & Partnerships Salary: £46,000 per annum Location: Remote within the UK with occasional travel Hours: Full time Contract: Permanent Closing Date: 5:00pm on Thursday 2nd April 2026. (We reserve the right to close the role early should a suitable applicant be found) About the Role This senior fundraising role leads the strategy and delivery of high value income including major donors, trusts and foundations, and corporate partnerships. You will manage key relationships, develop compelling funding proposals and lead strategic collaborations that generate significant income and long term impact. Key responsibilities include: Developing and delivering strategy for high value fundraising streams Managing and growing a portfolio of major donors, trusts and corporate partners Developing partnership proposals and cases for support Leading stewardship plans to secure long term partnerships Identifying and pursuing new high value funding opportunities Leading and developing colleagues within the fundraising team Working with senior leadership to support organisational income strategy Ensuring effective reporting, compliance and pipeline management About You You will be a senior fundraiser with a strong track record in securing major gifts and developing strategic partnerships. You will bring: Significant experience in high value fundraising or partnerships Proven success securing large gifts or strategic partnerships Strong relationship management and influencing skills Experience developing fundraising strategy and income plans Ability to lead and develop teams Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills About the Organisation This organisation works in partnership with Indigenous and local communities to protect rainforests and tackle the climate crisis. By supporting community led conservation and providing practical resources, they help protect vital ecosystems while strengthening resilience against environmental threats. Other roles you may have experience of could include; Head of Philanthropy, Major Gifts Manager, Partnerships Manager, Trusts and Foundations Manager, Head of Fundraising, Development Manager. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Senior Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager We are seeking an experienced Senior Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager to lead high value fundraising and build transformational relationships with major donors and partners. Position: Senior Manager, Philanthropy & Partnerships Salary: £46,000 per annum Location: Remote within the UK with occasional travel Hours: Full time Contract: Permanent Closing Date: 5:00pm on Thursday 2nd April 2026. (We reserve the right to close the role early should a suitable applicant be found) About the Role This senior fundraising role leads the strategy and delivery of high value income including major donors, trusts and foundations, and corporate partnerships. You will manage key relationships, develop compelling funding proposals and lead strategic collaborations that generate significant income and long term impact. Key responsibilities include: Developing and delivering strategy for high value fundraising streams Managing and growing a portfolio of major donors, trusts and corporate partners Developing partnership proposals and cases for support Leading stewardship plans to secure long term partnerships Identifying and pursuing new high value funding opportunities Leading and developing colleagues within the fundraising team Working with senior leadership to support organisational income strategy Ensuring effective reporting, compliance and pipeline management About You You will be a senior fundraiser with a strong track record in securing major gifts and developing strategic partnerships. You will bring: Significant experience in high value fundraising or partnerships Proven success securing large gifts or strategic partnerships Strong relationship management and influencing skills Experience developing fundraising strategy and income plans Ability to lead and develop teams Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills About the Organisation This organisation works in partnership with Indigenous and local communities to protect rainforests and tackle the climate crisis. By supporting community led conservation and providing practical resources, they help protect vital ecosystems while strengthening resilience against environmental threats. Other roles you may have experience of could include; Head of Philanthropy, Major Gifts Manager, Partnerships Manager, Trusts and Foundations Manager, Head of Fundraising, Development Manager. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
Fundraising Officer - Full Time (JR042) Hours: Full Time (35 hours per week) Location: Remote Working, with national travel requirements for meetings, events and collaboration, occasional travel to Warwick, London, Birmingham Reporting To: Fundraising Executive Overall Purpose The role's focus is on helping steward relationships, deliver first class engagement opportunities and support the development and delivery of partnerships with high-value supporters, including Corporate, Philanthropists and Charitable Trusts. You will play an essential part in their plans to grow their mission through delivering the income enable their work, and through increasing funding to their NHS Charity members. Overall objectives The role will work flexibly in support of the work of the Development team, in particular working in support of the Partnership & Philanthropy Manager and Fundraising Executives. The postholder will play a key role in: Delivery of income for the charity and their members, working closely with colleagues across their development team and wider organisation to devise and deliver fundraising strategies at a local level. Creating surprise and delight engagement opportunities that will help to maintain and grow relationships and income across the partnership and philanthropy portfolio. Supporting development team colleagues to maintain effective relationships with our portfolio of partnerships. Supporting wider fundraising activities across the team KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The main duties and responsibilities of the role holder are as outlined below: Strategic Partnerships and Philanthropy: Support the creation and delivery of effective fundraising within their key strategic partnerships, working with and through their network of over 200 members. This includes some established national multi-year corporate relationships. Assist in the creation and scheduling of strategic communications between partners and members, working closely with the colleagues within the Charity. Support and facilitate the creation and delivery of volunteering opportunities for partners on both a national and local level, working closely with NHS charity members and wider staff. Support in the coordination of national and local partnership activities during peak moments in their calendar and employee engagement campaigns. Cultivation & Stewardship: Work with the Development Team to devise and deliver programmes of engagement for major corporate donors. Support in the creation of partnership reports, newsletters and regular updates. Provide support to the wider Development team at moments of peak activity, including supporting events and other campaigns Relationship Management: Maintain accurate records of interactions with partners, donors and members in their database & CRM systems (Raiser's Edge, Beacon), working in accordance with General Data Protection Regulations) Support the development of stewardship plans to recognise and retain partners and donors. Maintain close working relationships with members of the team across the organisation to support the delivery of their fundraising plans Maintain important relationships with external stakeholders including corporate partners, stakeholders and NHS charity members. Other Duties Maintain and develop knowledge of fundraising trends and innovations especially within the corporate and philanthropy fundraising market. Work closely with internal teams to understand the work of the charity and how they can bring this to life in creative ways for their supporters. Visibly live the Charities values, including their commitment to diversity and inclusion. Carrying out the duties of post in accordance with the Charities policies and procedures on Health and Safety and take responsibility for ensuring personal health and safety. Working flexibly, prioritising workload and working effectively as part of a team. Adhere to relevant legislation, best practice, policies and processes including, but not limited to charity law, the fundraising regulator, GDPR and professional codes and standards, and conduct due diligence on donors as required This is not meant to be an exhaustive list of duties. The need for flexibility is required. They are currently a small team, and the post holder is expected to carry out any other related duties that are within the employee's skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed. REF-
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
Fundraising Officer - Full Time (JR042) Hours: Full Time (35 hours per week) Location: Remote Working, with national travel requirements for meetings, events and collaboration, occasional travel to Warwick, London, Birmingham Reporting To: Fundraising Executive Overall Purpose The role's focus is on helping steward relationships, deliver first class engagement opportunities and support the development and delivery of partnerships with high-value supporters, including Corporate, Philanthropists and Charitable Trusts. You will play an essential part in their plans to grow their mission through delivering the income enable their work, and through increasing funding to their NHS Charity members. Overall objectives The role will work flexibly in support of the work of the Development team, in particular working in support of the Partnership & Philanthropy Manager and Fundraising Executives. The postholder will play a key role in: Delivery of income for the charity and their members, working closely with colleagues across their development team and wider organisation to devise and deliver fundraising strategies at a local level. Creating surprise and delight engagement opportunities that will help to maintain and grow relationships and income across the partnership and philanthropy portfolio. Supporting development team colleagues to maintain effective relationships with our portfolio of partnerships. Supporting wider fundraising activities across the team KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The main duties and responsibilities of the role holder are as outlined below: Strategic Partnerships and Philanthropy: Support the creation and delivery of effective fundraising within their key strategic partnerships, working with and through their network of over 200 members. This includes some established national multi-year corporate relationships. Assist in the creation and scheduling of strategic communications between partners and members, working closely with the colleagues within the Charity. Support and facilitate the creation and delivery of volunteering opportunities for partners on both a national and local level, working closely with NHS charity members and wider staff. Support in the coordination of national and local partnership activities during peak moments in their calendar and employee engagement campaigns. Cultivation & Stewardship: Work with the Development Team to devise and deliver programmes of engagement for major corporate donors. Support in the creation of partnership reports, newsletters and regular updates. Provide support to the wider Development team at moments of peak activity, including supporting events and other campaigns Relationship Management: Maintain accurate records of interactions with partners, donors and members in their database & CRM systems (Raiser's Edge, Beacon), working in accordance with General Data Protection Regulations) Support the development of stewardship plans to recognise and retain partners and donors. Maintain close working relationships with members of the team across the organisation to support the delivery of their fundraising plans Maintain important relationships with external stakeholders including corporate partners, stakeholders and NHS charity members. Other Duties Maintain and develop knowledge of fundraising trends and innovations especially within the corporate and philanthropy fundraising market. Work closely with internal teams to understand the work of the charity and how they can bring this to life in creative ways for their supporters. Visibly live the Charities values, including their commitment to diversity and inclusion. Carrying out the duties of post in accordance with the Charities policies and procedures on Health and Safety and take responsibility for ensuring personal health and safety. Working flexibly, prioritising workload and working effectively as part of a team. Adhere to relevant legislation, best practice, policies and processes including, but not limited to charity law, the fundraising regulator, GDPR and professional codes and standards, and conduct due diligence on donors as required This is not meant to be an exhaustive list of duties. The need for flexibility is required. They are currently a small team, and the post holder is expected to carry out any other related duties that are within the employee's skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed. REF-
About The Role Reports to: The Clerk Direct reports: Porters, Receptionist and Housekeepers Place of work: The Hall (City of London) You are required to live in (a one-bedroom apartment is provided on site for the Beadle and his/her partner/spouse). Who We Are Merchant Taylors Company is a membership organisation whose members share a passion for community, education and philanthropy. As a result, our activities span across London and the United Kingdom where members give their time and skills as well as donate to empower and progress charities, local organisations and schools. As a community body, we support our members by providing a rich atmosphere for them to grow and expand their horizons. To meet our ambitions, we provide an engaged and driven workplace for staff to reach their full potential. Merchant Taylors Company began as a medieval organisation in 1327. Once linked to the tailoring industry, we are also a grand events venue with fascinating links to London s history and civic life to this day. We blend together our unique history with an ambitious forward-looking plan to take us into many future centuries. Our Vision To be a flourishing Livery company that makes a lasting difference, improving lives through education and philanthropy. How you add value: The Beadle is a ceremonial position rooted in medieval history playing a key role as the outward face of the Company. You ll support the Master, Wardens, and Clerk in the conduct of ceremonial occasions, including those away from the Hall. You ll also be is responsible for coordinating all Health, Safety and Environmental activity. You ll lead a team which prepares the Hall for events. You will be required to work adhoc outside of core hours. You are expected to live on site at the Hall in a one bedroom flat. Our onsite flat is for the sole use of the Beadle and their partner. Ceremonial Attend external events at venues including City Guildhall, Mansion House, and St Paul s Cathedral Supervise all aspects of the management of the Company s Apprentices , and the conduct of the Bindings and Admissions ceremonies in liaison with the Membership Officer and Communications Manager and maintain oversight of the publications offered to new Freemen or Apprentices Liaise as necessary with the office of the Chamberlain of the City, and especially on matters concerning Freemen and Apprentices and the obtaining of the Freedom of the City of London Oversee the maintenance of the Company s Robes and Badges Act as an imposing and diplomatic Toastmaster when required Be fully conversant with the programme of all Company activities, both within and outside the Hall on a day-to-day basis to advise the Master and Clerk, and other members of the Company, keeping the Catering Company informed as appropriate for meal planning Security Be the first responder for any alarms raised or security breaches at the Hall. Continually work alongside the Company Surveyor to ensure the safety of the Hall, its contents, employees, and visitors Health & Safety Be the Health & Safety Emergency Co-ordinator, and fulfil all the responsibilities, including record keeping, working closely with the H&S Advisor on this Maintain and co ordinate the Training Matrix on the dashboard ensuring all training is up to date. Organise external trainers to the hall for the specialist training Complete accurate and timely accident/incident investigations reporting to the HSEC and the Company. Take full ownership of all risk assessments, ensuring they are completed, reviewed, and updated regularly, reporting any concerns to the Health, Safety Environment Committee Through close and regular personal inspection and monitoring, ensure the highest standards of Hall presentation, keeping a Defects Book and insisting on thorough hygiene and cleanliness throughout the Hall. Communicate any health and safety concerns to staff in a timely fashion, avoiding panic and provide clear instructions as and when needed Ensure that health and safety issues/concerns are dealt with swiftly Ensure H & S inductions are carried out for all new staff External partners/affiliates Be familiar with City Police and Corporation officials on official matters Maintain regular contact with City churches prior to Company Church Services Liaise as necessary with the office of the Chamberlain of the City, and especially on matters concerning Freemen and Apprentices and the obtaining of the Freedom of the City of London Outside core operating / working hours Respond to the Fire and Security alarms Respond to the Digitrack fridge alarm system, notifying the Facilities Manager if a fault is identified and immediate action is needed. Facilitate weekend access for contractors undertaking planned maintenance works, liaising with the Company Surveyor on planned works Check heating system/s during period of excessive low temperatures Check the basement drainage for flooding during period of excessive rainfall Team Management Responsible for the day-to-day management of your direct reports, which includes (and not limited to) wellbeing, recruitment, health and safety, regular feedback, quarterly check-ins and training. Hold regular team meetings and briefings to update the team on Company and Corporate events and all other relevant information. Ensure that team communication is open, two-way and always respectful Be a model example of the service delivery you expect from your team. Recommend and encourage measures for improving work procedures and team performance Take responsibility for training and development of your team Delegate, manage and distribute the workload amongst those you manage Make sure that your direct reports are always GDPR compliant Other duties For Court members, be helpful in the coordination of the use of Court bedrooms, transport arrangements and the onward billing of the same Ensure correct layout of rooms for Court and Company Committee meetings, and for all Company Events involving ceremony Assist with inquiries from the public, liaising with the Events team, including arranging guided visits to the Hall Attend at, and report to staff meetings as appropriate Occasional evening presence at Company functions, and very occasional travel to schools and elsewhere in the UK. Undertake watering of plants during prolonged dry periods, including weekends. Purchase Merchandise and carry out annual stock audit The qualities you bring: Experienced in managing H&S NEBOSH - General certificate plus Minimum of 5 GCSEs including minimum grade C (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics IT proficient Have excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with a variety of different people Be a good listener and relay information to other staff members in a concise and clear manner Have a willingness to continually learn new skills Have excellent leadership skills Able to remain calm in unprecedented situations
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
About The Role Reports to: The Clerk Direct reports: Porters, Receptionist and Housekeepers Place of work: The Hall (City of London) You are required to live in (a one-bedroom apartment is provided on site for the Beadle and his/her partner/spouse). Who We Are Merchant Taylors Company is a membership organisation whose members share a passion for community, education and philanthropy. As a result, our activities span across London and the United Kingdom where members give their time and skills as well as donate to empower and progress charities, local organisations and schools. As a community body, we support our members by providing a rich atmosphere for them to grow and expand their horizons. To meet our ambitions, we provide an engaged and driven workplace for staff to reach their full potential. Merchant Taylors Company began as a medieval organisation in 1327. Once linked to the tailoring industry, we are also a grand events venue with fascinating links to London s history and civic life to this day. We blend together our unique history with an ambitious forward-looking plan to take us into many future centuries. Our Vision To be a flourishing Livery company that makes a lasting difference, improving lives through education and philanthropy. How you add value: The Beadle is a ceremonial position rooted in medieval history playing a key role as the outward face of the Company. You ll support the Master, Wardens, and Clerk in the conduct of ceremonial occasions, including those away from the Hall. You ll also be is responsible for coordinating all Health, Safety and Environmental activity. You ll lead a team which prepares the Hall for events. You will be required to work adhoc outside of core hours. You are expected to live on site at the Hall in a one bedroom flat. Our onsite flat is for the sole use of the Beadle and their partner. Ceremonial Attend external events at venues including City Guildhall, Mansion House, and St Paul s Cathedral Supervise all aspects of the management of the Company s Apprentices , and the conduct of the Bindings and Admissions ceremonies in liaison with the Membership Officer and Communications Manager and maintain oversight of the publications offered to new Freemen or Apprentices Liaise as necessary with the office of the Chamberlain of the City, and especially on matters concerning Freemen and Apprentices and the obtaining of the Freedom of the City of London Oversee the maintenance of the Company s Robes and Badges Act as an imposing and diplomatic Toastmaster when required Be fully conversant with the programme of all Company activities, both within and outside the Hall on a day-to-day basis to advise the Master and Clerk, and other members of the Company, keeping the Catering Company informed as appropriate for meal planning Security Be the first responder for any alarms raised or security breaches at the Hall. Continually work alongside the Company Surveyor to ensure the safety of the Hall, its contents, employees, and visitors Health & Safety Be the Health & Safety Emergency Co-ordinator, and fulfil all the responsibilities, including record keeping, working closely with the H&S Advisor on this Maintain and co ordinate the Training Matrix on the dashboard ensuring all training is up to date. Organise external trainers to the hall for the specialist training Complete accurate and timely accident/incident investigations reporting to the HSEC and the Company. Take full ownership of all risk assessments, ensuring they are completed, reviewed, and updated regularly, reporting any concerns to the Health, Safety Environment Committee Through close and regular personal inspection and monitoring, ensure the highest standards of Hall presentation, keeping a Defects Book and insisting on thorough hygiene and cleanliness throughout the Hall. Communicate any health and safety concerns to staff in a timely fashion, avoiding panic and provide clear instructions as and when needed Ensure that health and safety issues/concerns are dealt with swiftly Ensure H & S inductions are carried out for all new staff External partners/affiliates Be familiar with City Police and Corporation officials on official matters Maintain regular contact with City churches prior to Company Church Services Liaise as necessary with the office of the Chamberlain of the City, and especially on matters concerning Freemen and Apprentices and the obtaining of the Freedom of the City of London Outside core operating / working hours Respond to the Fire and Security alarms Respond to the Digitrack fridge alarm system, notifying the Facilities Manager if a fault is identified and immediate action is needed. Facilitate weekend access for contractors undertaking planned maintenance works, liaising with the Company Surveyor on planned works Check heating system/s during period of excessive low temperatures Check the basement drainage for flooding during period of excessive rainfall Team Management Responsible for the day-to-day management of your direct reports, which includes (and not limited to) wellbeing, recruitment, health and safety, regular feedback, quarterly check-ins and training. Hold regular team meetings and briefings to update the team on Company and Corporate events and all other relevant information. Ensure that team communication is open, two-way and always respectful Be a model example of the service delivery you expect from your team. Recommend and encourage measures for improving work procedures and team performance Take responsibility for training and development of your team Delegate, manage and distribute the workload amongst those you manage Make sure that your direct reports are always GDPR compliant Other duties For Court members, be helpful in the coordination of the use of Court bedrooms, transport arrangements and the onward billing of the same Ensure correct layout of rooms for Court and Company Committee meetings, and for all Company Events involving ceremony Assist with inquiries from the public, liaising with the Events team, including arranging guided visits to the Hall Attend at, and report to staff meetings as appropriate Occasional evening presence at Company functions, and very occasional travel to schools and elsewhere in the UK. Undertake watering of plants during prolonged dry periods, including weekends. Purchase Merchandise and carry out annual stock audit The qualities you bring: Experienced in managing H&S NEBOSH - General certificate plus Minimum of 5 GCSEs including minimum grade C (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics IT proficient Have excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with a variety of different people Be a good listener and relay information to other staff members in a concise and clear manner Have a willingness to continually learn new skills Have excellent leadership skills Able to remain calm in unprecedented situations
Philanthropy manager Location: Contracted to our Peterborough office with the flexibility for hybrid working Contract Type : 12-month fixed term contract - maternity cover Full time : 37.5 hours per week Salary: £36,000 - £42,000 depending on experience Benefits : We want all our employees to feel valued and engaged and are committed to offering a positive working culture along with a good work-life balance. As well as ensuring we pay our employees fairly, we offer the following benefits: Flexible working, Generous annual leave, Private Medical Insurance, including dental and optical, Pension Scheme, Sick Pay, Death in Service, Employee Assistance Programme, Bike Loan Scheme, Cycle2Work Scheme, Eyecare, Discount Portal. Closing date: Sunday 29 March 2026 Telephone interviews will be held week commencing 30 March and in-person interviews will be held in Peterborough week commencing 6 April 2026 No agencies please Be a part of an energetic and vibrant team who are driven by the desire to improve the lives of people living with kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who thrives in a fast paced, ambitious environment. We want to prevent kidney disease from becoming a public health emergency and find better treatments for kidney patients sooner. We are looking for a talented philanthropy manager who will be responsible for a portfolio of prospects and donors to build long lasting and highly engaged relationships. Working closely with the head of philanthropy and the major appeals manager you will play a key role in growing our income from major donors over the next 3-5 years by building a pipeline of new and existing donors and securing five and six-figure gifts. This external facing role will manage our mid to high value prospects and donors and you will build personal relationships though understanding donor motivations, delivering tailored funding proposals and communications, and creating a bespoke donor journey with the aim of increasing their giving and connection to the cause. We operate a hybrid, flexible working style and regular weekly office attendance is encouraged. The role is contracted to our Peterborough office. You will also be required to regularly attend external meetings and events. If you are interested in the position, please complete the online application form and submit together with your CV. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all sections of the community. About Kidney Research UK: Kidney Research UK is the leading charity in the UK focused on funding research into the prevention, treatment and management of kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease and for more than 60 years the research, we fund has been making an impact. But kidney disease is increasing as are the factors contributing to it, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity, making our work more essential than ever. At Kidney Research UK we work with clinicians and scientists across the UK, funding and facilitating research into all areas of kidney disease. We collaborate with partners across the public, private and third sectors to prevent kidney disease and drive innovation to transform treatments. Over the last ten years we have invested more than £71 million into research. We lobby governments and decision makers to change policy and practice to ensure that the estimated 7.2 million people living with all stages of kidney disease in the UK have access to the most effective care and treatment, and to make kidney disease a priority. Most importantly, we also work closely with patients, ensuring their voice is heard and is at the centre of everything we do, from deciding which research to invest in to how we plan our priorities and our work across the charity. Those patient contributions are vital, always helping us and our partners to understand what life is like with kidney disease, always ensuring we see the patient behind the treatment and always reminding us that behind every statistic and every number is a person - the patients and the carers who inspire our mission and push us forward to make a difference and change the future of kidney disease. You may have experience of the following: Philanthropy Manager, Partnerships Manager, Head of Philanthropy, Head of Partnerships, Fundraiser, Senior Fundraising Officer, Fundraising Manager, Head of Fundraising, Major Gifts, Corporate Partnerships, Business Development Manager, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, NFP, Not for Profit, etc. REF-
Mar 02, 2026
Full time
Philanthropy manager Location: Contracted to our Peterborough office with the flexibility for hybrid working Contract Type : 12-month fixed term contract - maternity cover Full time : 37.5 hours per week Salary: £36,000 - £42,000 depending on experience Benefits : We want all our employees to feel valued and engaged and are committed to offering a positive working culture along with a good work-life balance. As well as ensuring we pay our employees fairly, we offer the following benefits: Flexible working, Generous annual leave, Private Medical Insurance, including dental and optical, Pension Scheme, Sick Pay, Death in Service, Employee Assistance Programme, Bike Loan Scheme, Cycle2Work Scheme, Eyecare, Discount Portal. Closing date: Sunday 29 March 2026 Telephone interviews will be held week commencing 30 March and in-person interviews will be held in Peterborough week commencing 6 April 2026 No agencies please Be a part of an energetic and vibrant team who are driven by the desire to improve the lives of people living with kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who thrives in a fast paced, ambitious environment. We want to prevent kidney disease from becoming a public health emergency and find better treatments for kidney patients sooner. We are looking for a talented philanthropy manager who will be responsible for a portfolio of prospects and donors to build long lasting and highly engaged relationships. Working closely with the head of philanthropy and the major appeals manager you will play a key role in growing our income from major donors over the next 3-5 years by building a pipeline of new and existing donors and securing five and six-figure gifts. This external facing role will manage our mid to high value prospects and donors and you will build personal relationships though understanding donor motivations, delivering tailored funding proposals and communications, and creating a bespoke donor journey with the aim of increasing their giving and connection to the cause. We operate a hybrid, flexible working style and regular weekly office attendance is encouraged. The role is contracted to our Peterborough office. You will also be required to regularly attend external meetings and events. If you are interested in the position, please complete the online application form and submit together with your CV. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all sections of the community. About Kidney Research UK: Kidney Research UK is the leading charity in the UK focused on funding research into the prevention, treatment and management of kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease and for more than 60 years the research, we fund has been making an impact. But kidney disease is increasing as are the factors contributing to it, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity, making our work more essential than ever. At Kidney Research UK we work with clinicians and scientists across the UK, funding and facilitating research into all areas of kidney disease. We collaborate with partners across the public, private and third sectors to prevent kidney disease and drive innovation to transform treatments. Over the last ten years we have invested more than £71 million into research. We lobby governments and decision makers to change policy and practice to ensure that the estimated 7.2 million people living with all stages of kidney disease in the UK have access to the most effective care and treatment, and to make kidney disease a priority. Most importantly, we also work closely with patients, ensuring their voice is heard and is at the centre of everything we do, from deciding which research to invest in to how we plan our priorities and our work across the charity. Those patient contributions are vital, always helping us and our partners to understand what life is like with kidney disease, always ensuring we see the patient behind the treatment and always reminding us that behind every statistic and every number is a person - the patients and the carers who inspire our mission and push us forward to make a difference and change the future of kidney disease. You may have experience of the following: Philanthropy Manager, Partnerships Manager, Head of Philanthropy, Head of Partnerships, Fundraiser, Senior Fundraising Officer, Fundraising Manager, Head of Fundraising, Major Gifts, Corporate Partnerships, Business Development Manager, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, NFP, Not for Profit, etc. REF-
This is an exciting opportunity to establish RLSS UK s first-ever corporate fundraising function. The Corporate Partnerships Manager will build, lead, and deliver a new programme that maximises income from corporate supporters and aligns partners with our mission to save lives. You will be responsible for developing the strategy, creating the tools and foundations, proactively generating new business, and delivering excellent stewardship as partnerships are secured. This role requires a commercially aware, results-driven individual who understands how to position partnerships in a way that delivers mutual value and translate opportunity into income through focused action, strong relationship building, and a clear understanding of corporate priorities. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a build from scratch environment, combining strategic thinking, creativity, and hands on delivery. ROLE OVERVIEW As the Corporate Partnerships Manager, you will lead the development and delivery of RLSS UK s new corporate fundraising function, create a sustainable strategy, and build a strong pipeline from the ground up. You will identify, secure, and grow high-value partnerships that align with corporate priorities, producing compelling and commercially compelling propositions that demonstrate clear mutual benefit. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will ensure partnerships support RLSS UK s mission and contribute to long term income growth. KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Strategy and Planning Develop and deliver RLSS UK s first corporate partnerships strategy, setting clear priorities and income targets for year one and beyond. Lead the development of a corporate partnerships income stream, building a sustainable portfolio of partnerships and relationships. Create the foundations for growth including a case for support, stewardship framework, pitch decks and templates and KPI and reporting tools. Establish systems and internal processes required for a corporate fundraising function. Use sector insights, benchmarking, and data to inform strategy and identify opportunities for growth. Partnership Development Build and actively manage a new business pipeline from scratch, ensuring consistent prospecting and follow up. Conduct in-depth prospect research to identify target companies, align commercial priorities, and map key decision makers. Develop compelling, tailored proposals, pitches, and partnership packages that clearly articulate impact and mutual value. Secure a diverse portfolio of partnerships including multi-year strategic, six-figure, Charity of the Year, cause-related marketing, and sponsorship agreements. Create cultivation journeys for high-value prospects, maintaining momentum from first contact to close. Represent RLSS UK externally at meetings, events, and networking opportunities, confidently positioning the organisation with senior stakeholders. Work closely with commercial colleagues to ensure alignment and avoid overlap with existing commercial contracts. Account Management Provide effective day-to-day relationship management to ensure partners feel supported, informed, and engaged with RLSS UK s mission. Deliver clear partnership growth plans that maximise income, engagement, impact, and mutual benefit. Identify and activate opportunities to expand partnerships across corporate philanthropy, payroll giving, strategic volunteering, sponsorship, cause-related marketing, and employee engagement. Build and maintain positive relationships with senior stakeholders, acting as a trusted and credible partner. Monitor partnership delivery against agreed KPIs and use insight to refine and strengthen activity over time. Produce high-quality written communications, proposals, and impact reports tailored to individual partners. Work collaboratively with colleagues across Fundraising, Marketing and Communications, Education, and Commercial teams to ensure consistent and high-quality delivery. Reporting and Evaluation Use data-driven insights and KPIs to evaluate and refine strategies for maximum impact, income growth, and return on investment. Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations, UK GDPR, and RLSS UK policies. Maintain accurate pipeline and forecasting information within the CRM system. Deliver annual reviews for partnerships to demonstrate impact and ensure all partnerships are meeting agreed KPIS. Identify emerging trends and opportunities to diversify income streams and enhance brand visibility. Other Duties & Responsibilities All other duties reasonably associated with your role, as directed by the Line Manager. Line management responsibility for the Supporter Engagement Executive, including performance and development, assigning day-to-day tasks and projects, and providing guidance and support. Ensure compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 by complying with internal information governance policies and maintaining up-to-date documentation as part of RLSS UK s compliance programme. Demonstrate and uphold the Society s values and behavioural standards at all times. Help create an inclusive working environment where diversity is valued, everyone can contribute, and everyday actions ensure we meet our duty to uphold and promote equality. This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of areas of activity and responsibility and will be amended in light of the changing needs of the organisation. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes Experience in business development, fundraising, partnerships, or relevant commercial roles. Ability to build strong relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders. Experience securing and managing partnerships across at least two of: Charity of the Year Strategic partnerships Sponsorship Cause related marketing/ brand licensing Confident pitching and negotiating with senior corporate leaders. Strong strategic thinking coupled with hands on delivery. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to create persuasive proposals and cases for support. Strong organisational and project management skills. Strong understanding of return on investment (ROI) and the ability to evaluate the effectiveness, sustainability, and value of fundraising activity. Strong understanding of CRM systems and fundraising technologies, and how these support effective partnership programmes. Understanding of fundraising regulation, GDPR, and ethical fundraising practices. Experience managing budgets and ensuring effective allocation of resources. Comfortable working in an environment where systems, processes, and programmes are being built from the ground up. Desirable Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes Knowledge and understanding of RLSS UK. Previous experience of line management. Experience of working in a charity or organisation where corporate fundraising or partnerships have been developed from the ground up, including building systems, processes, and pipeline momentum. Experience working in a small team or start-up environment. Commercially minded, with a strong understanding of the corporate landscape and the ability to shape compelling, mutually beneficial partnership opportunities that align business priorities with charitable impact. ABOUT RLSS UK The Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) is the leading charity for water safety and drowning prevention in the UK and Ireland. Our mission is to save lives by being the leader in lifesaving, lifeguarding, and water safety education so that everyone can enjoy water safely. We share our expertise, skills, and knowledge to empower people to enjoy water safely and achieve our vision; communities free from drowning. With increasing corporate focus on ESG, community safety, and employee wellbeing, RLSS UK is uniquely positioned to build strategic partnerships that help companies keep their people and communities safe around water. WHAT RLSS UK CAN OFFER YOU RLSS UK is a national Charity based in Worcester, and we offer great staff benefits including - Annual Leave based on 27 days + Bank Holidays + a discretionary day off for your birthday Private Medical Scheme Enhanced Society Sick Pay Eye Care Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured Life Assurance Scheme Howdens Sports Benefits/Perks at Work Free RLSS UK Membership Free tea and coffee when working from HQ, including access to our wonderful Coffee Machine Free on-site parking when working from HQ Company Events and more! Subject to eligibility criteria YOUR APPLICATION Please send your CV along with a Cover Letter outlining why you should join our Income Generation and Engagement Team Closing Date 5.00pm, Tuesday 17th March 2026 Interview Date Tuesday 31st March 2026 at our Worcester Head Office (subject to change) Should you wish to discuss the role . click apply for full job details
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
This is an exciting opportunity to establish RLSS UK s first-ever corporate fundraising function. The Corporate Partnerships Manager will build, lead, and deliver a new programme that maximises income from corporate supporters and aligns partners with our mission to save lives. You will be responsible for developing the strategy, creating the tools and foundations, proactively generating new business, and delivering excellent stewardship as partnerships are secured. This role requires a commercially aware, results-driven individual who understands how to position partnerships in a way that delivers mutual value and translate opportunity into income through focused action, strong relationship building, and a clear understanding of corporate priorities. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a build from scratch environment, combining strategic thinking, creativity, and hands on delivery. ROLE OVERVIEW As the Corporate Partnerships Manager, you will lead the development and delivery of RLSS UK s new corporate fundraising function, create a sustainable strategy, and build a strong pipeline from the ground up. You will identify, secure, and grow high-value partnerships that align with corporate priorities, producing compelling and commercially compelling propositions that demonstrate clear mutual benefit. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will ensure partnerships support RLSS UK s mission and contribute to long term income growth. KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Strategy and Planning Develop and deliver RLSS UK s first corporate partnerships strategy, setting clear priorities and income targets for year one and beyond. Lead the development of a corporate partnerships income stream, building a sustainable portfolio of partnerships and relationships. Create the foundations for growth including a case for support, stewardship framework, pitch decks and templates and KPI and reporting tools. Establish systems and internal processes required for a corporate fundraising function. Use sector insights, benchmarking, and data to inform strategy and identify opportunities for growth. Partnership Development Build and actively manage a new business pipeline from scratch, ensuring consistent prospecting and follow up. Conduct in-depth prospect research to identify target companies, align commercial priorities, and map key decision makers. Develop compelling, tailored proposals, pitches, and partnership packages that clearly articulate impact and mutual value. Secure a diverse portfolio of partnerships including multi-year strategic, six-figure, Charity of the Year, cause-related marketing, and sponsorship agreements. Create cultivation journeys for high-value prospects, maintaining momentum from first contact to close. Represent RLSS UK externally at meetings, events, and networking opportunities, confidently positioning the organisation with senior stakeholders. Work closely with commercial colleagues to ensure alignment and avoid overlap with existing commercial contracts. Account Management Provide effective day-to-day relationship management to ensure partners feel supported, informed, and engaged with RLSS UK s mission. Deliver clear partnership growth plans that maximise income, engagement, impact, and mutual benefit. Identify and activate opportunities to expand partnerships across corporate philanthropy, payroll giving, strategic volunteering, sponsorship, cause-related marketing, and employee engagement. Build and maintain positive relationships with senior stakeholders, acting as a trusted and credible partner. Monitor partnership delivery against agreed KPIs and use insight to refine and strengthen activity over time. Produce high-quality written communications, proposals, and impact reports tailored to individual partners. Work collaboratively with colleagues across Fundraising, Marketing and Communications, Education, and Commercial teams to ensure consistent and high-quality delivery. Reporting and Evaluation Use data-driven insights and KPIs to evaluate and refine strategies for maximum impact, income growth, and return on investment. Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations, UK GDPR, and RLSS UK policies. Maintain accurate pipeline and forecasting information within the CRM system. Deliver annual reviews for partnerships to demonstrate impact and ensure all partnerships are meeting agreed KPIS. Identify emerging trends and opportunities to diversify income streams and enhance brand visibility. Other Duties & Responsibilities All other duties reasonably associated with your role, as directed by the Line Manager. Line management responsibility for the Supporter Engagement Executive, including performance and development, assigning day-to-day tasks and projects, and providing guidance and support. Ensure compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 by complying with internal information governance policies and maintaining up-to-date documentation as part of RLSS UK s compliance programme. Demonstrate and uphold the Society s values and behavioural standards at all times. Help create an inclusive working environment where diversity is valued, everyone can contribute, and everyday actions ensure we meet our duty to uphold and promote equality. This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of areas of activity and responsibility and will be amended in light of the changing needs of the organisation. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes Experience in business development, fundraising, partnerships, or relevant commercial roles. Ability to build strong relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders. Experience securing and managing partnerships across at least two of: Charity of the Year Strategic partnerships Sponsorship Cause related marketing/ brand licensing Confident pitching and negotiating with senior corporate leaders. Strong strategic thinking coupled with hands on delivery. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to create persuasive proposals and cases for support. Strong organisational and project management skills. Strong understanding of return on investment (ROI) and the ability to evaluate the effectiveness, sustainability, and value of fundraising activity. Strong understanding of CRM systems and fundraising technologies, and how these support effective partnership programmes. Understanding of fundraising regulation, GDPR, and ethical fundraising practices. Experience managing budgets and ensuring effective allocation of resources. Comfortable working in an environment where systems, processes, and programmes are being built from the ground up. Desirable Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes Knowledge and understanding of RLSS UK. Previous experience of line management. Experience of working in a charity or organisation where corporate fundraising or partnerships have been developed from the ground up, including building systems, processes, and pipeline momentum. Experience working in a small team or start-up environment. Commercially minded, with a strong understanding of the corporate landscape and the ability to shape compelling, mutually beneficial partnership opportunities that align business priorities with charitable impact. ABOUT RLSS UK The Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) is the leading charity for water safety and drowning prevention in the UK and Ireland. Our mission is to save lives by being the leader in lifesaving, lifeguarding, and water safety education so that everyone can enjoy water safely. We share our expertise, skills, and knowledge to empower people to enjoy water safely and achieve our vision; communities free from drowning. With increasing corporate focus on ESG, community safety, and employee wellbeing, RLSS UK is uniquely positioned to build strategic partnerships that help companies keep their people and communities safe around water. WHAT RLSS UK CAN OFFER YOU RLSS UK is a national Charity based in Worcester, and we offer great staff benefits including - Annual Leave based on 27 days + Bank Holidays + a discretionary day off for your birthday Private Medical Scheme Enhanced Society Sick Pay Eye Care Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured Life Assurance Scheme Howdens Sports Benefits/Perks at Work Free RLSS UK Membership Free tea and coffee when working from HQ, including access to our wonderful Coffee Machine Free on-site parking when working from HQ Company Events and more! Subject to eligibility criteria YOUR APPLICATION Please send your CV along with a Cover Letter outlining why you should join our Income Generation and Engagement Team Closing Date 5.00pm, Tuesday 17th March 2026 Interview Date Tuesday 31st March 2026 at our Worcester Head Office (subject to change) Should you wish to discuss the role . click apply for full job details
Job Description We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long term health conditions, and we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the recruitment and interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, adjustments will be made to support people within their role. If you are unable to complete your application via our recruitment system or would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to support you in the application process, please get in touch with us on Job Description - Senior Development Manager (Mid-level giving lead) () Senior Development Manager (Mid-level giving lead) Job Number: Development and Alumni Relations Grade 8 : £47,389 to £56,535 per annum Open-Ended/Permanent - Full Time Working Arrangements : Hybrid arrangements in place, flexible hours may be required on occasion to deliver key activities and maintain relationships Closing Date 12-Mar-2026, 11:59:00 PM About the University At Durham University we are proud of our people. A globally outstanding centre of educational excellence, a collegiate community of extraordinary people, a unique and historic setting - Durham is a university like no other. We believe that inspiring our people to do outstanding things at Durham enables Durham people to do outstanding things professionally and personally. Across the University we have a huge variety of roles and career opportunities, which together make us a large and successful community, which is a key hub of activity within our region and nationally. We would be thrilled if you would consider joining our thriving University. Further information about the University can be found here. Find out more about the benefits of working at the University and what it is like to live and work in the Durham area on our Why Join Us? - Information Page. The Role and Department The Development and Alumni Relations Office is responsible for co ordinating philanthropy, alumni and supporter engagement, advancement services, and supporter communications on behalf of the University. DARO works with colleges, academic departments, research centres and institutes, wider student experience partners, and professional departments to engage over 200,000 alumni and supporters around the world. We contribute to the enhancement of Durham University's reputation as globally outstanding, inclusive, and forward looking. We are an ambitious and committed team with a collaborative and collegiate culture. The Development Team within DARO is ultimately responsible for: soliciting donations from alumni, philanthropists, corporations, trusts and foundations and other charitable bodies; stewarding donors through reports, presentations, events and face to face meetings; meeting with gift beneficiaries to collate and produce gift impact reporting materials; hosting and devising engagement opportunities for existing and prospective benefactors on campus; and managing relationships with high level stakeholders on behalf of the University. Senior Development Manager Responsibilities Senior Development Managers are primarily responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding principal/major donations of £100K - £1M+. In this role, you will manage a small team focused on gifts from £10,000 - £99,999 and work with the Head of Major Gifts to implement a strategy for mid level giving, establishing and tracking progress against clear and granular KPIs. You will personally manage a portfolio of some of the University's most senior benefactors and advocates. This portfolio will primarily comprise individual donors, but may also include trusts and foundations, legacy and planned giving prospects, corporate donors/sponsors, and other philanthropic organisations. The Senior Development Manager will play a critical role in the delivery of Durham's bicentenary Campaign. The Campaign is a major philanthropic initiative centred on the University's 200th anniversary in 2032, seeking to create a step change in philanthropic giving to Durham. The post holder must be versatile and able to work closely and with senior alumni, University leaders, prominent and public figures, the trustees of regional, national and global funding bodies, major benefactors and advocates, in multiple capacities which facilitate the development of principal/major donations and the advancement of Durham University. They must be able to lead and manage a small sub team within the Major Gifts team, guiding strategic activity and maintaining a focus on high level opportunities. Base Location The base location for this role is Boldon House, our exciting new professional services hub. Boldon House is situated on the outskirts of Durham near the Arnison Centre in Pity Me. Boldon House brings a number of professional services teams together in a vibrant office environment which supports collaborative working and is designed to embrace hybrid working. To find out more, visit the project webpage: Boldon House - Durham University. Further information about the role and the responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description. Working at Durham 30 days annual leave per year in addition to 8 public holidays and 4 customary days per year - a total of 42 days per year. The University closes between Christmas and New Year. We offer a generous pension scheme, and as a new member of staff you will be automatically enrolled into the University Superannuation Scheme (USS). No matter how you travel to work, we have you covered. We have ample parking across campus, a cycle to work scheme which helps you to buy a bike and discount with local bus and train companies. You can also take advantage of our cost effective and environmentally friendly Tusker Car Benefit Scheme, allowing you to lease a brand new electric or hybrid vehicle with savings on tax and National Insurance. We have a genuine commitment to developing our colleagues professionally and personally. There is a comprehensive range of development courses, apprenticeships and access to qualifications and routes to develop your career in the University. All staff have dedicated annual time to concentrate on their personal development opportunities. We provide wide ranging health and wellbeing support including discounted membership for our state of the art sport and gym facilities and access to a 24 7 Employee Assistance Programme. Our on site nursery is rated Outstanding by Ofsted, and you can access holiday camps for children aged 5 16. Our family friendly policies, including maternity and adoption leave, are among the most generous in the higher education sector (and likely above and beyond many employers). We offer all staff the opportunity to take part in volunteering activities to make a difference in the local community. You can access exclusive discounts via our benefits portal including money off at supermarkets, high street retailers, IT products such as Apple, eating out and days out at various attractions. Various salary sacrifice schemes are also available to help you take advantage of tax savings on benefits. If you are moving to Durham, you may be eligible for help with removal costs, and we have a dedicated team who can help you with the practicalities such as house hunting and schools. If you need a visa, we cover most visa costs and offer an interest free loan scheme to pay for dependent visas. Discover more about our total rewards and benefits package here. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Durham University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. Our collective aim is to create an open and inclusive environment where everyone can reach their full potential and we believe our staff should reflect the diversity of the global community in which we work. As a University equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are a key part of the University's Strategy and a central part of everything we do. We also live by our values and our Staff Code of Conduct. At Durham we actively work towards providing an environment where our staff and students can study, work and live in a community which is supportive and inclusive. We welcome and encourage applications from members of groups who are under represented in our workforce including people with disabilities, women and black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. If you have taken time out of your career, and you feel it relevant, let us know about it in your application. If you are a candidate with a disability, we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, reasonable adjustments will be made to support people within the role. Person Specification - Qualifications and Experience Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience). Professional practitioner with specialist knowledge and expertise to influence events and activities within the organisation. Experience of working in a fundraising, stewardship or business development environment in a client facing role. Experience of securing significant gifts (six figure plus) from individual donors. Experience of providing specialist advice and guidance to a range of customers and colleagues, including more senior colleagues. Experience of participating in internal or external networks to share and discuss good practice . click apply for full job details
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Job Description We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long term health conditions, and we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the recruitment and interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, adjustments will be made to support people within their role. If you are unable to complete your application via our recruitment system or would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to support you in the application process, please get in touch with us on Job Description - Senior Development Manager (Mid-level giving lead) () Senior Development Manager (Mid-level giving lead) Job Number: Development and Alumni Relations Grade 8 : £47,389 to £56,535 per annum Open-Ended/Permanent - Full Time Working Arrangements : Hybrid arrangements in place, flexible hours may be required on occasion to deliver key activities and maintain relationships Closing Date 12-Mar-2026, 11:59:00 PM About the University At Durham University we are proud of our people. A globally outstanding centre of educational excellence, a collegiate community of extraordinary people, a unique and historic setting - Durham is a university like no other. We believe that inspiring our people to do outstanding things at Durham enables Durham people to do outstanding things professionally and personally. Across the University we have a huge variety of roles and career opportunities, which together make us a large and successful community, which is a key hub of activity within our region and nationally. We would be thrilled if you would consider joining our thriving University. Further information about the University can be found here. Find out more about the benefits of working at the University and what it is like to live and work in the Durham area on our Why Join Us? - Information Page. The Role and Department The Development and Alumni Relations Office is responsible for co ordinating philanthropy, alumni and supporter engagement, advancement services, and supporter communications on behalf of the University. DARO works with colleges, academic departments, research centres and institutes, wider student experience partners, and professional departments to engage over 200,000 alumni and supporters around the world. We contribute to the enhancement of Durham University's reputation as globally outstanding, inclusive, and forward looking. We are an ambitious and committed team with a collaborative and collegiate culture. The Development Team within DARO is ultimately responsible for: soliciting donations from alumni, philanthropists, corporations, trusts and foundations and other charitable bodies; stewarding donors through reports, presentations, events and face to face meetings; meeting with gift beneficiaries to collate and produce gift impact reporting materials; hosting and devising engagement opportunities for existing and prospective benefactors on campus; and managing relationships with high level stakeholders on behalf of the University. Senior Development Manager Responsibilities Senior Development Managers are primarily responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding principal/major donations of £100K - £1M+. In this role, you will manage a small team focused on gifts from £10,000 - £99,999 and work with the Head of Major Gifts to implement a strategy for mid level giving, establishing and tracking progress against clear and granular KPIs. You will personally manage a portfolio of some of the University's most senior benefactors and advocates. This portfolio will primarily comprise individual donors, but may also include trusts and foundations, legacy and planned giving prospects, corporate donors/sponsors, and other philanthropic organisations. The Senior Development Manager will play a critical role in the delivery of Durham's bicentenary Campaign. The Campaign is a major philanthropic initiative centred on the University's 200th anniversary in 2032, seeking to create a step change in philanthropic giving to Durham. The post holder must be versatile and able to work closely and with senior alumni, University leaders, prominent and public figures, the trustees of regional, national and global funding bodies, major benefactors and advocates, in multiple capacities which facilitate the development of principal/major donations and the advancement of Durham University. They must be able to lead and manage a small sub team within the Major Gifts team, guiding strategic activity and maintaining a focus on high level opportunities. Base Location The base location for this role is Boldon House, our exciting new professional services hub. Boldon House is situated on the outskirts of Durham near the Arnison Centre in Pity Me. Boldon House brings a number of professional services teams together in a vibrant office environment which supports collaborative working and is designed to embrace hybrid working. To find out more, visit the project webpage: Boldon House - Durham University. Further information about the role and the responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description. Working at Durham 30 days annual leave per year in addition to 8 public holidays and 4 customary days per year - a total of 42 days per year. The University closes between Christmas and New Year. We offer a generous pension scheme, and as a new member of staff you will be automatically enrolled into the University Superannuation Scheme (USS). No matter how you travel to work, we have you covered. We have ample parking across campus, a cycle to work scheme which helps you to buy a bike and discount with local bus and train companies. You can also take advantage of our cost effective and environmentally friendly Tusker Car Benefit Scheme, allowing you to lease a brand new electric or hybrid vehicle with savings on tax and National Insurance. We have a genuine commitment to developing our colleagues professionally and personally. There is a comprehensive range of development courses, apprenticeships and access to qualifications and routes to develop your career in the University. All staff have dedicated annual time to concentrate on their personal development opportunities. We provide wide ranging health and wellbeing support including discounted membership for our state of the art sport and gym facilities and access to a 24 7 Employee Assistance Programme. Our on site nursery is rated Outstanding by Ofsted, and you can access holiday camps for children aged 5 16. Our family friendly policies, including maternity and adoption leave, are among the most generous in the higher education sector (and likely above and beyond many employers). We offer all staff the opportunity to take part in volunteering activities to make a difference in the local community. You can access exclusive discounts via our benefits portal including money off at supermarkets, high street retailers, IT products such as Apple, eating out and days out at various attractions. Various salary sacrifice schemes are also available to help you take advantage of tax savings on benefits. If you are moving to Durham, you may be eligible for help with removal costs, and we have a dedicated team who can help you with the practicalities such as house hunting and schools. If you need a visa, we cover most visa costs and offer an interest free loan scheme to pay for dependent visas. Discover more about our total rewards and benefits package here. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Durham University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. Our collective aim is to create an open and inclusive environment where everyone can reach their full potential and we believe our staff should reflect the diversity of the global community in which we work. As a University equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are a key part of the University's Strategy and a central part of everything we do. We also live by our values and our Staff Code of Conduct. At Durham we actively work towards providing an environment where our staff and students can study, work and live in a community which is supportive and inclusive. We welcome and encourage applications from members of groups who are under represented in our workforce including people with disabilities, women and black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. If you have taken time out of your career, and you feel it relevant, let us know about it in your application. If you are a candidate with a disability, we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, reasonable adjustments will be made to support people within the role. Person Specification - Qualifications and Experience Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience). Professional practitioner with specialist knowledge and expertise to influence events and activities within the organisation. Experience of working in a fundraising, stewardship or business development environment in a client facing role. Experience of securing significant gifts (six figure plus) from individual donors. Experience of providing specialist advice and guidance to a range of customers and colleagues, including more senior colleagues. Experience of participating in internal or external networks to share and discuss good practice . click apply for full job details
Senior Development Manager (Colleges and WSE) Job Number: Development and Alumni Relations Open-Ended/Permanent - Full Time Working Arrangements: Hybrid arrangements in place, flexible hours may be required on occasion to deliver key activities and maintain relationships. Closing Date 12-Mar-2026, 11:59:00 PM Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement: Not Applicable. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long-term health conditions, and we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the recruitment and interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so, and where successful, adjustments will be made to support people within their role. If you are unable to complete your application via our recruitment system or would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to support you in the application process, please get in touch with us on The Role and Department The Development and Alumni Relations Office is responsible for co-ordinating philanthropy, alumni and supporter engagement, advancement services, and supporter communications on behalf of the University. DARO works with colleges, academic departments, research centres and institutes, wider student experience partners, and professional departments to engage over 200,000 alumni and supporters around the world. We contribute to the enhancement of Durham University's reputation as globally outstanding, inclusive, and forward-looking. We are an ambitious and committed team with a collaborative and collegiate culture. The Development Team within DARO is ultimately responsible for: soliciting donations from alumni, philanthropists, corporations, trusts and foundations and other charitable bodies; stewarding donors through reports, presentations, events and face-to-face meetings; meeting with gift beneficiaries to collate and produce gift impact reporting materials; hosting and devising engagement opportunities for existing and prospective benefactors on campus; and managing relationships with high-level stakeholders on behalf of the University. Senior Development Managers are primarily responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding principal/major donations of £100K - £1M+. In this role, you will manage a portfolio of some of the University's most senior benefactors and advocates, working closely with senior colleagues across the University but with a particular focus on our colleges and wider student experience activity. Your portfolio will primarily comprise individual donors, but may also include trusts and foundations, legacy and planned giving prospects, corporate donors/sponsors, and other philanthropic organisations. The Senior Development Manager will play a critical role in the delivery of Durham's bicentenary Campaign. The Campaign is a major philanthropic initiative centred on the University's 200th anniversary in 2032, seeking to create a step-change in philanthropic giving to Durham. The post-holder must be versatile and able to work closely and with senior alumni, University leaders, prominent and public figures, the trustees of regional, national and global funding bodies, major benefactors and advocates, in multiple capacities which facilitate the development of principal/major donations and the advancement of Durham University. The base location for this role is Boldon House, our exciting new professional services hub. Boldon House is situated on the outskirts of Durham near the Arnison Centre in Pity Me. Boldon House brings a number of professional services teams together in a vibrant office environment which supports collaborative working and is designed to embrace hybrid working. To find out more, visit the project webpage: Boldon House - Durham University. Working at Durham You'll receive 30 days annual leave per year in addition to 8 public holidays and 4 customary days per year - a total of 42 days per year. The University closes between Christmas and New Year. We offer a generous pension scheme, and as a new member of staff you will be automatically enrolled into the University Superannuation Scheme (USS). No matter how you travel to work, we have you covered. We have ample parking across campus, a cycle to work scheme which helps you to buy a bike and discount with local bus and train companies. You can also take advantage of our cost effective and environmentally friendly Tusker Car Benefit Scheme, allowing you to lease a brand new electric or hybrid vehicle with savings on tax and National Insurance. We have a genuine commitment to developing our colleagues professionally and personally. There is a comprehensive range of development courses, apprenticeships and access to qualifications and routes to develop your career in the University. All staff have dedicated annual time to concentrate on their personal development opportunities. We provide wide ranging health and wellbeing support including discounted membership for our state of the art sport and gym facilities and access to a 24 7 Employee Assistance Programme. Our on site nursery is rated Outstanding by Ofsted, and you can access holiday camps for children aged 5 16. Our family friendly policies, including maternity and adoption leave, are among the most generous in the higher education sector (and likely above and beyond many employers). We offer all staff the opportunity to take part in volunteering activities to make a difference in the local community. You can access exclusive discounts via our benefits portal including money off at supermarkets, high street retailers, IT products such as Apple, eating out and days out at various attractions. Various salary sacrifice schemes are also available to help you take advantage of tax savings on benefits. If you are moving to Durham, you may be eligible for help with removal costs, and we have a dedicated team who can help you with the practicalities such as house hunting and schools. If you need a visa, we cover most visa costs and offer an interest free loan scheme to pay for dependant visas. Discover more about our total rewards and benefits package here. Durham University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion Our collective aim is to create an open and inclusive environment where everyone can reach their full potential and we believe our staff should reflect the diversity of the global community in which we work. As a University equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are a key part of the University's Strategy and a central part of everything we do. We also live by our values and our Staff Code of Conduct. At Durham we actively work towards providing an environment where our staff and students can study, work and live in a community which is supportive and inclusive. Person Specification - What you need to demonstrate when you apply When you apply it is important that you let us know what skills/experience you have from a similar role and/or what skills/experience you have which would make you right for this role. Further information about the role and responsibilities is at the end of this job description. Where a criterion has an asterisk next to it, it may be given additional weighting when your application is considered. Qualifications/Experience 1. Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience). 2. Professional practitioner with specialist knowledge and expertise to influence events and activities within the organisation. 3. Experience of working in a fundraising, stewardship or business development environment in a client-facing role. 4. Experience of securing significant gifts (six-figure plus) from individual donors 5. Experience of providing specialist advice and guidance to a range of customers and colleagues, including more senior colleagues. 6. Experience of participating in internal or external networks to share and discuss good practice, develop strong and productive working relationships and positively influence the University's reputation. 7. Experience of implementing policies and procedures and supporting service improvements. 8. Track record of management and development experience and/or an enhanced management qualification applied across a large service team or teams. Skills/Abilities/Knowledge 9. Excellent spoken and written communication skills. 10. The ability to develop effective working relationships, both internally and externally. 11. Excellent working knowledge of the philanthropic landscape as it relates to the Higher Education sector. 12. Strong digital competence across a range of digital devices and apps including Microsoft Office and CRM systems (preferably Raiser's Edge). 13. Committed to continuing professional development to maintain professional recognition, e.g. CASE, Institute of Fundraising. 14. Knowledge and experience of ensuring compliance with regulatory and organisational policy and guidelines, including GDPR. 15. Ability to contribute to planning at operational and strategic levels. 16. Ability to solve problems and decide on and plan appropriate solutions. How to apply To progress to the assessment stage, candidates must evidence each of the essential criteria required for the role in the person specification above. It will be at the discretion of the recruiting panel as to whether they will also consider any desirable criteria, but we would urge candidates to provide evidence for all criteria . click apply for full job details
Feb 22, 2026
Full time
Senior Development Manager (Colleges and WSE) Job Number: Development and Alumni Relations Open-Ended/Permanent - Full Time Working Arrangements: Hybrid arrangements in place, flexible hours may be required on occasion to deliver key activities and maintain relationships. Closing Date 12-Mar-2026, 11:59:00 PM Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement: Not Applicable. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long-term health conditions, and we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the recruitment and interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so, and where successful, adjustments will be made to support people within their role. If you are unable to complete your application via our recruitment system or would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to support you in the application process, please get in touch with us on The Role and Department The Development and Alumni Relations Office is responsible for co-ordinating philanthropy, alumni and supporter engagement, advancement services, and supporter communications on behalf of the University. DARO works with colleges, academic departments, research centres and institutes, wider student experience partners, and professional departments to engage over 200,000 alumni and supporters around the world. We contribute to the enhancement of Durham University's reputation as globally outstanding, inclusive, and forward-looking. We are an ambitious and committed team with a collaborative and collegiate culture. The Development Team within DARO is ultimately responsible for: soliciting donations from alumni, philanthropists, corporations, trusts and foundations and other charitable bodies; stewarding donors through reports, presentations, events and face-to-face meetings; meeting with gift beneficiaries to collate and produce gift impact reporting materials; hosting and devising engagement opportunities for existing and prospective benefactors on campus; and managing relationships with high-level stakeholders on behalf of the University. Senior Development Managers are primarily responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding principal/major donations of £100K - £1M+. In this role, you will manage a portfolio of some of the University's most senior benefactors and advocates, working closely with senior colleagues across the University but with a particular focus on our colleges and wider student experience activity. Your portfolio will primarily comprise individual donors, but may also include trusts and foundations, legacy and planned giving prospects, corporate donors/sponsors, and other philanthropic organisations. The Senior Development Manager will play a critical role in the delivery of Durham's bicentenary Campaign. The Campaign is a major philanthropic initiative centred on the University's 200th anniversary in 2032, seeking to create a step-change in philanthropic giving to Durham. The post-holder must be versatile and able to work closely and with senior alumni, University leaders, prominent and public figures, the trustees of regional, national and global funding bodies, major benefactors and advocates, in multiple capacities which facilitate the development of principal/major donations and the advancement of Durham University. The base location for this role is Boldon House, our exciting new professional services hub. Boldon House is situated on the outskirts of Durham near the Arnison Centre in Pity Me. Boldon House brings a number of professional services teams together in a vibrant office environment which supports collaborative working and is designed to embrace hybrid working. To find out more, visit the project webpage: Boldon House - Durham University. Working at Durham You'll receive 30 days annual leave per year in addition to 8 public holidays and 4 customary days per year - a total of 42 days per year. The University closes between Christmas and New Year. We offer a generous pension scheme, and as a new member of staff you will be automatically enrolled into the University Superannuation Scheme (USS). No matter how you travel to work, we have you covered. We have ample parking across campus, a cycle to work scheme which helps you to buy a bike and discount with local bus and train companies. You can also take advantage of our cost effective and environmentally friendly Tusker Car Benefit Scheme, allowing you to lease a brand new electric or hybrid vehicle with savings on tax and National Insurance. We have a genuine commitment to developing our colleagues professionally and personally. There is a comprehensive range of development courses, apprenticeships and access to qualifications and routes to develop your career in the University. All staff have dedicated annual time to concentrate on their personal development opportunities. We provide wide ranging health and wellbeing support including discounted membership for our state of the art sport and gym facilities and access to a 24 7 Employee Assistance Programme. Our on site nursery is rated Outstanding by Ofsted, and you can access holiday camps for children aged 5 16. Our family friendly policies, including maternity and adoption leave, are among the most generous in the higher education sector (and likely above and beyond many employers). We offer all staff the opportunity to take part in volunteering activities to make a difference in the local community. You can access exclusive discounts via our benefits portal including money off at supermarkets, high street retailers, IT products such as Apple, eating out and days out at various attractions. Various salary sacrifice schemes are also available to help you take advantage of tax savings on benefits. If you are moving to Durham, you may be eligible for help with removal costs, and we have a dedicated team who can help you with the practicalities such as house hunting and schools. If you need a visa, we cover most visa costs and offer an interest free loan scheme to pay for dependant visas. Discover more about our total rewards and benefits package here. Durham University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion Our collective aim is to create an open and inclusive environment where everyone can reach their full potential and we believe our staff should reflect the diversity of the global community in which we work. As a University equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are a key part of the University's Strategy and a central part of everything we do. We also live by our values and our Staff Code of Conduct. At Durham we actively work towards providing an environment where our staff and students can study, work and live in a community which is supportive and inclusive. Person Specification - What you need to demonstrate when you apply When you apply it is important that you let us know what skills/experience you have from a similar role and/or what skills/experience you have which would make you right for this role. Further information about the role and responsibilities is at the end of this job description. Where a criterion has an asterisk next to it, it may be given additional weighting when your application is considered. Qualifications/Experience 1. Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience). 2. Professional practitioner with specialist knowledge and expertise to influence events and activities within the organisation. 3. Experience of working in a fundraising, stewardship or business development environment in a client-facing role. 4. Experience of securing significant gifts (six-figure plus) from individual donors 5. Experience of providing specialist advice and guidance to a range of customers and colleagues, including more senior colleagues. 6. Experience of participating in internal or external networks to share and discuss good practice, develop strong and productive working relationships and positively influence the University's reputation. 7. Experience of implementing policies and procedures and supporting service improvements. 8. Track record of management and development experience and/or an enhanced management qualification applied across a large service team or teams. Skills/Abilities/Knowledge 9. Excellent spoken and written communication skills. 10. The ability to develop effective working relationships, both internally and externally. 11. Excellent working knowledge of the philanthropic landscape as it relates to the Higher Education sector. 12. Strong digital competence across a range of digital devices and apps including Microsoft Office and CRM systems (preferably Raiser's Edge). 13. Committed to continuing professional development to maintain professional recognition, e.g. CASE, Institute of Fundraising. 14. Knowledge and experience of ensuring compliance with regulatory and organisational policy and guidelines, including GDPR. 15. Ability to contribute to planning at operational and strategic levels. 16. Ability to solve problems and decide on and plan appropriate solutions. How to apply To progress to the assessment stage, candidates must evidence each of the essential criteria required for the role in the person specification above. It will be at the discretion of the recruiting panel as to whether they will also consider any desirable criteria, but we would urge candidates to provide evidence for all criteria . click apply for full job details
Philanthropy Manager (Trusts and Foundations Focus) Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 FTE dependent on experience Location: Chapel Allerton, Leeds, West Yorkshire Contract: Permanent, Full-time and Part-time considered. Hybrid working and remote considered. Closing date: Please apply at your earliest convenience About Us Yorkshire Children s Charity are a charity dedicated to improving the lives of children and young people living at disadvantage across the whole of Yorkshire. Through our vital programmes and practical support, we empower children to thrive, learn, and reach their potential. We are entering an exciting phase of growth and impact with strong programmes, compelling evidence of outcomes, and increasing interest from funders. We are now looking for an experienced and motivated Philanthropy Manager to lead on trusts and foundations fundraising, while helping shape wider philanthropic relationships (such as major donors and corporates.) The Role The Philanthropy Manager will lead on developing and delivering a successful trusts and foundations strategy, securing substantial income to support our programmes. You will manage relationships with charitable trusts, foundations, and other philanthropic partners, to maximise income opportunities. This is a pivotal role within a passionate team, ideal for someone who thrives on building relationships and writing compelling, evidence-based funding applications. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement a trusts and foundations strategy to achieve ambitious income targets. Research, identify, and prioritise funding opportunities that align with our mission and programmes. Prepare high-quality, persuasive applications and proposals tailored to each funder. Produce detailed impact reports and updates for funders, demonstrating measurable outcomes and value for money. Maintain excellent relationships with existing funders through effective stewardship and communication. Support the cultivation and stewardship of major donors, corporate foundations, and other high-value supporters. Work closely with colleagues and trustees to engage potential supporters and represent the charity at meetings and events. Contribute to the development of strong cases for support, ensuring consistent messaging across all philanthropy activities. Work with programme teams to ensure robust evaluation of projects and collection of outcome data for funders. Track income and performance against targets, providing accurate forecasts and reports. Maintain up-to-date records of all funder interactions, applications, and grants. Person Specification Essential Skills & Experience A strong work ethic with a passion for helping children Proven track record of securing significant grants from trusts, foundations, and/or statutory funders in the charity sector. Excellent written communication skills with the ability to craft persuasive funding applications and creating detailed project budgets for funders. Strong relationship management and networking abilities. Knowledgeable around the process of evaluating charity programmes and impact. Understanding of charity finances. Highly organised, detail-oriented, and self-motivated. As we are a small team, you may have to on occasion have to step in to help other team members. Therefore you must be a good team player, able to adapt to support the overall mission. A willingness to learn and take on additional responsibility A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (including Excel and Power Point) Desirable Experience working in a children s, youth, or family charity. Knowledge of Yorkshire s charitable and funding landscape. Experience in major donor or corporate fundraising. What We Offer Hybrid working options (office base in Leeds, Chapel Allerton.) 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday! Pension scheme. Private health care. How to Apply To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter (max two pages) explaining how your experience matches the role. Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.
Feb 17, 2026
Full time
Philanthropy Manager (Trusts and Foundations Focus) Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 FTE dependent on experience Location: Chapel Allerton, Leeds, West Yorkshire Contract: Permanent, Full-time and Part-time considered. Hybrid working and remote considered. Closing date: Please apply at your earliest convenience About Us Yorkshire Children s Charity are a charity dedicated to improving the lives of children and young people living at disadvantage across the whole of Yorkshire. Through our vital programmes and practical support, we empower children to thrive, learn, and reach their potential. We are entering an exciting phase of growth and impact with strong programmes, compelling evidence of outcomes, and increasing interest from funders. We are now looking for an experienced and motivated Philanthropy Manager to lead on trusts and foundations fundraising, while helping shape wider philanthropic relationships (such as major donors and corporates.) The Role The Philanthropy Manager will lead on developing and delivering a successful trusts and foundations strategy, securing substantial income to support our programmes. You will manage relationships with charitable trusts, foundations, and other philanthropic partners, to maximise income opportunities. This is a pivotal role within a passionate team, ideal for someone who thrives on building relationships and writing compelling, evidence-based funding applications. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement a trusts and foundations strategy to achieve ambitious income targets. Research, identify, and prioritise funding opportunities that align with our mission and programmes. Prepare high-quality, persuasive applications and proposals tailored to each funder. Produce detailed impact reports and updates for funders, demonstrating measurable outcomes and value for money. Maintain excellent relationships with existing funders through effective stewardship and communication. Support the cultivation and stewardship of major donors, corporate foundations, and other high-value supporters. Work closely with colleagues and trustees to engage potential supporters and represent the charity at meetings and events. Contribute to the development of strong cases for support, ensuring consistent messaging across all philanthropy activities. Work with programme teams to ensure robust evaluation of projects and collection of outcome data for funders. Track income and performance against targets, providing accurate forecasts and reports. Maintain up-to-date records of all funder interactions, applications, and grants. Person Specification Essential Skills & Experience A strong work ethic with a passion for helping children Proven track record of securing significant grants from trusts, foundations, and/or statutory funders in the charity sector. Excellent written communication skills with the ability to craft persuasive funding applications and creating detailed project budgets for funders. Strong relationship management and networking abilities. Knowledgeable around the process of evaluating charity programmes and impact. Understanding of charity finances. Highly organised, detail-oriented, and self-motivated. As we are a small team, you may have to on occasion have to step in to help other team members. Therefore you must be a good team player, able to adapt to support the overall mission. A willingness to learn and take on additional responsibility A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (including Excel and Power Point) Desirable Experience working in a children s, youth, or family charity. Knowledge of Yorkshire s charitable and funding landscape. Experience in major donor or corporate fundraising. What We Offer Hybrid working options (office base in Leeds, Chapel Allerton.) 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday! Pension scheme. Private health care. How to Apply To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter (max two pages) explaining how your experience matches the role. Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.
