POST OUTLINE This is a permanent role within the Income Generation team, responsible for unlocking significant income from trusts and foundations to power the charity s services future growth. Working across the organisation, you will shape compelling funding opportunities, connect funders to real impact and help build a stronger, more ambitious grants programme. MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES This is a pivotal role responsible for driving significant income growth from Trusts and Foundations by developing and delivering a focused, high quality grants programme. You will identify and secure funding for priority services, develop compelling cases for support and build strong, long-term relationships with funders. You will take full ownership of the grants pipeline from opportunity identification through to submission and reporting, ensuring a disciplined, results-focussed approach to income generation. As Line Manager of the Grants Team you will set clear direction, raise standards and deliver consistent performance against income targets. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver a targeted Trusts and Foundations plan, prioritising opportunities aligned to organisational priorities and income potential. Build and manage a strong pipeline of prospects, applications, reports and renewals, ensuring a consistent flow of income. Research and assess funding opportunities in depth, using insights to target funders with the highest likelihood of success. Write and submit high-quality, compelling applications and proposals tailored to individual funder priorities and requirements. Translate complex service delivery outcomes and language into clear and persuasive cases for support. Build and maintain strong relationships with Trusts and Foundations, treating funders as long-term partners. Lead on funder reporting and stewardship, delivering timely, high-quality updates that build trust and secure repeat funding. Work closely with services and senior colleagues to develop fundable projects, robust budgets and credible impact reporting. Manage multiple deadlines and priorities effectively, managing high standards across all applications and communications. Monitor performance against targets, using insights and learning from outcomes to continuously refine approach. Ensure all applications and reports meet funder guidelines with a strong attention to detail and accuracy. Line manage and develop members of the Grants Team setting clear expectations and maintaining high performance. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Criteria: Significant experience securing income from Trusts and Foundations, including five and six figure gifts, both single and multi-year. Proven track record of meeting and exceeding income targets through a strategic, pipeline led approach. Strong experience of developing compelling, high-quality cases for support, funding applications and proposals. Ability to translate complex services and impact into clear, persuasive cases for support. Experience building and managing relationships with funders, securing repeat funding. Strong research and prioritisation skills, with the ability to assess opportunities effectively. Experience managing a pipeline of prospects, applications and renewals. Excellent written and communication skills with strong attention to detail. Strong organisational skills. Experience working collaboratively across teams. Experience of line management. Knowledge of fundraising regulation, compliance and data protection. A proactive, delivery focused approach with the ability to turn ideas into action. Desirable Criteria: Experience working within children s, disability or health-related charities. Knowledge of the UK s Trusts and Foundations landscape. Experience using prospect research tools i.e. GrantFinder or similar. Experience with Raiser s Edge NXT or other CRM systems. Experience working in a growing or changing organisation.
May 06, 2026
Full time
POST OUTLINE This is a permanent role within the Income Generation team, responsible for unlocking significant income from trusts and foundations to power the charity s services future growth. Working across the organisation, you will shape compelling funding opportunities, connect funders to real impact and help build a stronger, more ambitious grants programme. MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES This is a pivotal role responsible for driving significant income growth from Trusts and Foundations by developing and delivering a focused, high quality grants programme. You will identify and secure funding for priority services, develop compelling cases for support and build strong, long-term relationships with funders. You will take full ownership of the grants pipeline from opportunity identification through to submission and reporting, ensuring a disciplined, results-focussed approach to income generation. As Line Manager of the Grants Team you will set clear direction, raise standards and deliver consistent performance against income targets. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver a targeted Trusts and Foundations plan, prioritising opportunities aligned to organisational priorities and income potential. Build and manage a strong pipeline of prospects, applications, reports and renewals, ensuring a consistent flow of income. Research and assess funding opportunities in depth, using insights to target funders with the highest likelihood of success. Write and submit high-quality, compelling applications and proposals tailored to individual funder priorities and requirements. Translate complex service delivery outcomes and language into clear and persuasive cases for support. Build and maintain strong relationships with Trusts and Foundations, treating funders as long-term partners. Lead on funder reporting and stewardship, delivering timely, high-quality updates that build trust and secure repeat funding. Work closely with services and senior colleagues to develop fundable projects, robust budgets and credible impact reporting. Manage multiple deadlines and priorities effectively, managing high standards across all applications and communications. Monitor performance against targets, using insights and learning from outcomes to continuously refine approach. Ensure all applications and reports meet funder guidelines with a strong attention to detail and accuracy. Line manage and develop members of the Grants Team setting clear expectations and maintaining high performance. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Criteria: Significant experience securing income from Trusts and Foundations, including five and six figure gifts, both single and multi-year. Proven track record of meeting and exceeding income targets through a strategic, pipeline led approach. Strong experience of developing compelling, high-quality cases for support, funding applications and proposals. Ability to translate complex services and impact into clear, persuasive cases for support. Experience building and managing relationships with funders, securing repeat funding. Strong research and prioritisation skills, with the ability to assess opportunities effectively. Experience managing a pipeline of prospects, applications and renewals. Excellent written and communication skills with strong attention to detail. Strong organisational skills. Experience working collaboratively across teams. Experience of line management. Knowledge of fundraising regulation, compliance and data protection. A proactive, delivery focused approach with the ability to turn ideas into action. Desirable Criteria: Experience working within children s, disability or health-related charities. Knowledge of the UK s Trusts and Foundations landscape. Experience using prospect research tools i.e. GrantFinder or similar. Experience with Raiser s Edge NXT or other CRM systems. Experience working in a growing or changing organisation.
Liberty Recruitment Group are proud to be working with a fantastic Charity in the search for a Funding & Bids Manager! Our client is a well-established charity dedicated to supporting vulnerable individuals, who are seeking an experienced and passionate Funding & Bids Manager to drive growth and secure vital funding, enabling them to expand their impactful services. Based on the outskirts of Portsmouth, paying circa £38,000 with an extensive list of company benefits, this is absolutely not an opportunity to be missed. What you ll do: Prepare compelling and persuasive responses to grant applications, tenders, and high-value funding opportunities. Support the Business Development Director and leadership team in managing complex tender processes. Forecast and planning to identify new funding prospects both locally and nationally. Develop and maintain productive relationships with key stakeholders, funders, and corporate sponsors. Monitor and review grants, contracts, and SLA's, ensuring compliance and quality assurance. Lead and manage project activities such as website redevelopment and data analysis. Contribute to organisational communications, including press releases and annual reports. Support operational activities by analysing data, feedback, and trends to inform organisational improvements. Line manage the Business Support Officer. Ensure all policies, procedures, and reports meet national standards and sector accreditation frameworks. The ideal candidate will have: Proven experience in bid-writing, tenders, or grant application responses. Strong research skills to identify funding opportunities and develop successful proposals. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear and engaging content. Good understanding of GDPR and data protection legislation. Strong organisational and prioritisation skills to meet tight deadlines. Line management experience, including staff supervision and appraisals. Full UK driving licence and own vehicle with business insurance (desirable). Company Benefits: 25 days annual leave + BH, rising with continuous service + Birthday off Flexible working options EAP Enhanced Sick Pay Cycle to Work scheme Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave Plus, so much more! If you have the skills and experience to match this role, we would love to hear from you! Please reach out to one of the team at Liberty Recruitment Group. This post is open to female applicants only, as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
May 06, 2026
Full time
Liberty Recruitment Group are proud to be working with a fantastic Charity in the search for a Funding & Bids Manager! Our client is a well-established charity dedicated to supporting vulnerable individuals, who are seeking an experienced and passionate Funding & Bids Manager to drive growth and secure vital funding, enabling them to expand their impactful services. Based on the outskirts of Portsmouth, paying circa £38,000 with an extensive list of company benefits, this is absolutely not an opportunity to be missed. What you ll do: Prepare compelling and persuasive responses to grant applications, tenders, and high-value funding opportunities. Support the Business Development Director and leadership team in managing complex tender processes. Forecast and planning to identify new funding prospects both locally and nationally. Develop and maintain productive relationships with key stakeholders, funders, and corporate sponsors. Monitor and review grants, contracts, and SLA's, ensuring compliance and quality assurance. Lead and manage project activities such as website redevelopment and data analysis. Contribute to organisational communications, including press releases and annual reports. Support operational activities by analysing data, feedback, and trends to inform organisational improvements. Line manage the Business Support Officer. Ensure all policies, procedures, and reports meet national standards and sector accreditation frameworks. The ideal candidate will have: Proven experience in bid-writing, tenders, or grant application responses. Strong research skills to identify funding opportunities and develop successful proposals. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear and engaging content. Good understanding of GDPR and data protection legislation. Strong organisational and prioritisation skills to meet tight deadlines. Line management experience, including staff supervision and appraisals. Full UK driving licence and own vehicle with business insurance (desirable). Company Benefits: 25 days annual leave + BH, rising with continuous service + Birthday off Flexible working options EAP Enhanced Sick Pay Cycle to Work scheme Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave Plus, so much more! If you have the skills and experience to match this role, we would love to hear from you! Please reach out to one of the team at Liberty Recruitment Group. This post is open to female applicants only, as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Research Grants Manager We re looking for a Research Grants Manager to join the team. Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed. Position: CE401 Research Grants Manager Location: Home-based, UK nationwide however, occasional travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings) Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Salary: Circa £47,000 per annum (inner London weighting £3,950 per annum or outer London weighting £2,475 per annum may be applied in accordance to where you live) Contract: Permanent Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available. Closing Date: 8 May 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Interview Date: 20 May 2026 The Role The Research Grants Manager leads the design, delivery and governance of the Association s research funding portfolio. The role ensures that all Association funded research schemes, including fellowships and project grants, are strategically configured, rigorously governed and effectively delivered in line with the Association s Research Strategy. The role will ensure that research funding schemes are aligned with external research developments and designed to maximise long-term impact. The role includes formal accountability for embedding high-quality, inclusive and structured lived experience participation within research funding processes. The Research Grants Manager is the organisational lead for research funding operations, ensuring the Association maintains a sector-leading, transparent and strategically focused funding programme. Key responsibilities will include: Lead the design and operational delivery of Association research funding, including fellowships and project grant schemes. Accountable for the governance of funding mechanisms, ensuring fairness, compliance with governance standards and integration within existing research management systems. Management of expert review and award decision processes, ensuring robust scientific assessment, transparent decision-making and strategic alignment with organisational priorities. Ensure consistent, high-quality and inclusive lived experience involvement within research funding processes. Provide authoritative insight about Association funded research to communications, fundraising, policy and service development colleagues to assist with media and fundraising opportunities. Contribute to effective financial planning and budget monitoring across all funding schemes, including forecasting, risk management and reporting. About You You will: Be educated to post graduate level in a science, health, social science or related discipline Have experience of research management in a life science setting, including management of research funding award cycles To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK Please state any preferences for flexible options in your covering letter. Finding strength through support The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke. They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life. It s only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support. The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they re determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity. The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work. A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. You may also have experience in areas such as Research and Grants Manager, Research Manager, Grants Manager, Scientific Research, Health, Social Science, Social Science Research. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People.
May 02, 2026
Full time
Research Grants Manager We re looking for a Research Grants Manager to join the team. Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed. Position: CE401 Research Grants Manager Location: Home-based, UK nationwide however, occasional travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings) Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Salary: Circa £47,000 per annum (inner London weighting £3,950 per annum or outer London weighting £2,475 per annum may be applied in accordance to where you live) Contract: Permanent Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available. Closing Date: 8 May 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Interview Date: 20 May 2026 The Role The Research Grants Manager leads the design, delivery and governance of the Association s research funding portfolio. The role ensures that all Association funded research schemes, including fellowships and project grants, are strategically configured, rigorously governed and effectively delivered in line with the Association s Research Strategy. The role will ensure that research funding schemes are aligned with external research developments and designed to maximise long-term impact. The role includes formal accountability for embedding high-quality, inclusive and structured lived experience participation within research funding processes. The Research Grants Manager is the organisational lead for research funding operations, ensuring the Association maintains a sector-leading, transparent and strategically focused funding programme. Key responsibilities will include: Lead the design and operational delivery of Association research funding, including fellowships and project grant schemes. Accountable for the governance of funding mechanisms, ensuring fairness, compliance with governance standards and integration within existing research management systems. Management of expert review and award decision processes, ensuring robust scientific assessment, transparent decision-making and strategic alignment with organisational priorities. Ensure consistent, high-quality and inclusive lived experience involvement within research funding processes. Provide authoritative insight about Association funded research to communications, fundraising, policy and service development colleagues to assist with media and fundraising opportunities. Contribute to effective financial planning and budget monitoring across all funding schemes, including forecasting, risk management and reporting. About You You will: Be educated to post graduate level in a science, health, social science or related discipline Have experience of research management in a life science setting, including management of research funding award cycles To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK Please state any preferences for flexible options in your covering letter. Finding strength through support The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke. They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life. It s only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support. The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they re determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity. The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work. A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. You may also have experience in areas such as Research and Grants Manager, Research Manager, Grants Manager, Scientific Research, Health, Social Science, Social Science Research. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People.
Our client, a leading organisation within the healthcare and research sector, is seeking a proactive Education and Events Manager to join their team. This is a key role leading the planning, coordination, and delivery of educational events and projects that make a real impact in the medical and scientific community. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and have a passion for delivering exceptional events, we'd love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Lead the planning and delivery of conferences, events, webinars, and advisory committee meetings. Ensure all events are delivered on time, within budget, and to agreed quality and accreditation standards. Collaborate with Business Development and Marketing teams to promote events and secure sponsorship. Oversee end-to-end event logistics, including venue coordination, speaker management, registration, and technical delivery. Manage event budgets in collaboration with Finance, ensuring accurate forecasting and timely invoicing. Produce post-event reports, including evaluation, impact analysis, and clear summaries of complex discussions. Maintain compliance with accreditation bodies and governance requirements. Deputise for senior management as required. Build and maintain effective relationships with clinicians, researchers, industry partners, patient organisations, and key opinion leaders. Work closely with stakeholders to ensure programme alignment with strategic objectives. Represent the organisation at external meetings, events, and networking opportunities. Support funding activity, including the securing of unrestricted educational grants. Lead and support a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing events team. Identify development opportunities and support the professional growth of team members. What We're Looking For Degree level education or equivalent experience in a relevant field. Proven experience managing complex educational or professional events. Strong leadership skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams. Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building capability. Solid financial acumen, including budget and sponsorship management. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. A problem-solving mindset, with the ability to remain adaptable under pressure. Desirable: Knowledge of healthcare or scientific research. Experience in event coordination within healthcare or education settings. Familiarity with compliance, accreditation, and funding processes. Additional Information International travel required, sometimes at short notice. Occasional work outside normal hours. Flexibility to support wider business operations as needed. Hybrid role - 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home
May 01, 2026
Full time
Our client, a leading organisation within the healthcare and research sector, is seeking a proactive Education and Events Manager to join their team. This is a key role leading the planning, coordination, and delivery of educational events and projects that make a real impact in the medical and scientific community. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and have a passion for delivering exceptional events, we'd love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Lead the planning and delivery of conferences, events, webinars, and advisory committee meetings. Ensure all events are delivered on time, within budget, and to agreed quality and accreditation standards. Collaborate with Business Development and Marketing teams to promote events and secure sponsorship. Oversee end-to-end event logistics, including venue coordination, speaker management, registration, and technical delivery. Manage event budgets in collaboration with Finance, ensuring accurate forecasting and timely invoicing. Produce post-event reports, including evaluation, impact analysis, and clear summaries of complex discussions. Maintain compliance with accreditation bodies and governance requirements. Deputise for senior management as required. Build and maintain effective relationships with clinicians, researchers, industry partners, patient organisations, and key opinion leaders. Work closely with stakeholders to ensure programme alignment with strategic objectives. Represent the organisation at external meetings, events, and networking opportunities. Support funding activity, including the securing of unrestricted educational grants. Lead and support a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing events team. Identify development opportunities and support the professional growth of team members. What We're Looking For Degree level education or equivalent experience in a relevant field. Proven experience managing complex educational or professional events. Strong leadership skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams. Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building capability. Solid financial acumen, including budget and sponsorship management. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. A problem-solving mindset, with the ability to remain adaptable under pressure. Desirable: Knowledge of healthcare or scientific research. Experience in event coordination within healthcare or education settings. Familiarity with compliance, accreditation, and funding processes. Additional Information International travel required, sometimes at short notice. Occasional work outside normal hours. Flexibility to support wider business operations as needed. Hybrid role - 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home
The Premier League Foundation is seeking to appoint an experienced Senior Grants and Compliance Manager on a permanent basis. As a key member of the Central Operations team, you will help ensure the Foundation operates as an effective and efficient charity by maintaining robust, high quality grant management processes. Working closely with the Head of Governance and Operations and the Senior Impact and Insight Manager, you will oversee all grant making activity, from application through to monitoring, reporting and end of grant procedures. You will ensure that grantees comply with funder requirements, and that our grant making practices reflect, promote and continue to evolve in line with sector best practice. You will collaborate closely with the Programmes Team and the Impact and Insights Team to ensure they have the tools and frameworks needed to monitor grant delivery and performance in line with Premier League programme expectations and funder requirements. Supported by the Governance and Grants Executive, you will track how funding is used, ensure grant conditions are met, and lead the ongoing improvement of grant making systems and processes. A core part of the role will be leading the development and implementation of the Capability Code of Practice - a governance framework designed specifically for the unique needs and context of professional football club charities. You will ensure the Code continues to evolve with governance best practice and will work directly with Premier League club charities to create regular opportunities for sharing good practice, supporting them to achieve full compliance with the Code and to strengthen their effectiveness and efficiency as charitable organisations. Working alongside the Head of Governance and Operations, you will also help ensure the Foundation maintains strong governance and operational excellence, including our own compliance with the Code and ongoing improvements to internal systems and processes. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast paced environment, managing multiple workstreams while demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and exceptional attention to detail. They will be comfortable working both autonomously and collaboratively and will bring a strong understanding of progressive grant making and the role that good governance plays in delivering the Foundation's charitable objectives. They will be confident in embedding these principles across the organisation and wider network and will demonstrate a clear commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. Who we are The Premier League Foundation was established in 2010 to distribute funding provided by the Premier League and its partners to professional football club charities across England and Wales, supporting them in their delivery in thousands of community venues and schools across the country. A total of 106 club charities are supported across the Premier League, English Football League, and National League. More than 2.5 million individuals have benefitted from the charity, which aims to foster positive sporting, health, personal and education opportunities for children, young people, and the wider community. Our hybrid-working model also allows you some variety on your place of work, offering you the chance to work from home on some days each week. You will attend the office or site visits in line with our company policy. All staff liaise closely with their line manager to manage their time appropriately and according to their work and team requirements. The role: Oversee the Premier League Foundation's grant management function, ensuring timely, high-quality and consistent processes for grant assessment, approval, delivery, monitoring and reporting. Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of grant-making processes to enhance operational efficiency and service delivery. Provide advice and support on the design and development of application and grant-making processes for new programmes and funds. Work with the Head of Governance and Operations and the Finance team to support grant payment processes, including quarterly grant payments as required. Oversee the management of grant agreements, supported by the Foundation Governance and Grants Executive, and establish processes to ensure all grant-related documentation is quality assured and appropriately maintained. Contribute to reports relating to governance and grant management including mid-year and end of year monitoring updates for Premier League Foundation Board meetings. Support the Programmes Team in producing engaging and informative reports on programme performance and impact for our funding partners and other relevant stakeholders as required. Communicate regularly with club charities to provide updates, respond to queries, and build strong, collaborative relationships. Work with impact and insight colleagues to develop and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks for grant-funded projects. Collaborate with colleagues across the organisation to ensure the impact of funded projects is measured, documented, and communicated effectively. Oversee the development and implementation of the Capability Code of Practice and the Capability Audit process, working collaboratively with funding partners and key stakeholders to assess the governance and management arrangements of funded organisations, and to embed a culture of continuous improvement across the network Develop and maintain strong relationships with the 20 Premier League football club charities to ensure compliance with the Capability Code of Practice, providing tailored support, advice and guidance to aid the effective implementation of their Capability Action Plans Lead the Premier League Foundation's internal self assessment against the Capability Code of Practice, monitoring progress and evaluating performance against the actions set out in our Capability Action Plan. Lead the delivery of the bi annual Capability Code of Practice Conference, as well as other grant making or governance related networking opportunities, events and training sessions Line-manage the Governance and Grants Executive, providing regular supervision, workload management, wellbeing support and opportunities for professional development. Ensure the Foundation is well connected to other initiatives and organisations in the sector and stay informed of trends in grant funding practice to inform operational improvements. Represent the Premier League Foundation in a professional and positive manner when engaging with internal and external stakeholders, always reflecting the organisation's values. Undertake any other duties that may reasonably be required, and are commensurate with the job role, in furtherance of the objectives of the Premier League Foundation. Requirements for the role: Strong written and analytical skills, with the ability to produce high-quality, impactful board reports. Experience working in governance, grant management or compliance within the voluntary, community, and/or sports sector. Knowledge and understanding of best practice, initiatives and legislation relating to charitable grant giving. Strong project management, planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage a complex network of internal and external stakeholders. Ability to work at pace, manage pressure, exercise sound judgement and resolve problems effectively. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of audiences across different formats, with written communication to an excellent standard. Excellent interpersonal, influencing and relationship management skills. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and with partners. High level of computer proficiency, particularly with excel. An understanding of and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and how they relate to the role. Willingness to travel within England and Wales as required. Satisfactory enhanced DBS check. Our commitment to safeguarding includes implementing robust safer recruitment procedures to assess the suitability of individuals applying for roles that involve work with children and adults who are or may be at risk of harm. For further information, please see our Safeguarding Policy and Safer Recruitment Guidance. To apply please visit our careers page and apply with your CV and a cover letter. The closing date for applications is Monday 11 May 2026. We will remove barriers that prospective candidates might face at any stage of our recruitment process. If you have a disability and would like the advert in an alternative format, or would like to talk about how we can adjust the interview process to best support you, please contact
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
The Premier League Foundation is seeking to appoint an experienced Senior Grants and Compliance Manager on a permanent basis. As a key member of the Central Operations team, you will help ensure the Foundation operates as an effective and efficient charity by maintaining robust, high quality grant management processes. Working closely with the Head of Governance and Operations and the Senior Impact and Insight Manager, you will oversee all grant making activity, from application through to monitoring, reporting and end of grant procedures. You will ensure that grantees comply with funder requirements, and that our grant making practices reflect, promote and continue to evolve in line with sector best practice. You will collaborate closely with the Programmes Team and the Impact and Insights Team to ensure they have the tools and frameworks needed to monitor grant delivery and performance in line with Premier League programme expectations and funder requirements. Supported by the Governance and Grants Executive, you will track how funding is used, ensure grant conditions are met, and lead the ongoing improvement of grant making systems and processes. A core part of the role will be leading the development and implementation of the Capability Code of Practice - a governance framework designed specifically for the unique needs and context of professional football club charities. You will ensure the Code continues to evolve with governance best practice and will work directly with Premier League club charities to create regular opportunities for sharing good practice, supporting them to achieve full compliance with the Code and to strengthen their effectiveness and efficiency as charitable organisations. Working alongside the Head of Governance and Operations, you will also help ensure the Foundation maintains strong governance and operational excellence, including our own compliance with the Code and ongoing improvements to internal systems and processes. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast paced environment, managing multiple workstreams while demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and exceptional attention to detail. They will be comfortable working both autonomously and collaboratively and will bring a strong understanding of progressive grant making and the role that good governance plays in delivering the Foundation's charitable objectives. They will be confident in embedding these principles across the organisation and wider network and will demonstrate a clear commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. Who we are The Premier League Foundation was established in 2010 to distribute funding provided by the Premier League and its partners to professional football club charities across England and Wales, supporting them in their delivery in thousands of community venues and schools across the country. A total of 106 club charities are supported across the Premier League, English Football League, and National League. More than 2.5 million individuals have benefitted from the charity, which aims to foster positive sporting, health, personal and education opportunities for children, young people, and the wider community. Our hybrid-working model also allows you some variety on your place of work, offering you the chance to work from home on some days each week. You will attend the office or site visits in line with our company policy. All staff liaise closely with their line manager to manage their time appropriately and according to their work and team requirements. The role: Oversee the Premier League Foundation's grant management function, ensuring timely, high-quality and consistent processes for grant assessment, approval, delivery, monitoring and reporting. Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of grant-making processes to enhance operational efficiency and service delivery. Provide advice and support on the design and development of application and grant-making processes for new programmes and funds. Work with the Head of Governance and Operations and the Finance team to support grant payment processes, including quarterly grant payments as required. Oversee the management of grant agreements, supported by the Foundation Governance and Grants Executive, and establish processes to ensure all grant-related documentation is quality assured and appropriately maintained. Contribute to reports relating to governance and grant management including mid-year and end of year monitoring updates for Premier League Foundation Board meetings. Support the Programmes Team in producing engaging and informative reports on programme performance and impact for our funding partners and other relevant stakeholders as required. Communicate regularly with club charities to provide updates, respond to queries, and build strong, collaborative relationships. Work with impact and insight colleagues to develop and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks for grant-funded projects. Collaborate with colleagues across the organisation to ensure the impact of funded projects is measured, documented, and communicated effectively. Oversee the development and implementation of the Capability Code of Practice and the Capability Audit process, working collaboratively with funding partners and key stakeholders to assess the governance and management arrangements of funded organisations, and to embed a culture of continuous improvement across the network Develop and maintain strong relationships with the 20 Premier League football club charities to ensure compliance with the Capability Code of Practice, providing tailored support, advice and guidance to aid the effective implementation of their Capability Action Plans Lead the Premier League Foundation's internal self assessment against the Capability Code of Practice, monitoring progress and evaluating performance against the actions set out in our Capability Action Plan. Lead the delivery of the bi annual Capability Code of Practice Conference, as well as other grant making or governance related networking opportunities, events and training sessions Line-manage the Governance and Grants Executive, providing regular supervision, workload management, wellbeing support and opportunities for professional development. Ensure the Foundation is well connected to other initiatives and organisations in the sector and stay informed of trends in grant funding practice to inform operational improvements. Represent the Premier League Foundation in a professional and positive manner when engaging with internal and external stakeholders, always reflecting the organisation's values. Undertake any other duties that may reasonably be required, and are commensurate with the job role, in furtherance of the objectives of the Premier League Foundation. Requirements for the role: Strong written and analytical skills, with the ability to produce high-quality, impactful board reports. Experience working in governance, grant management or compliance within the voluntary, community, and/or sports sector. Knowledge and understanding of best practice, initiatives and legislation relating to charitable grant giving. Strong project management, planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage a complex network of internal and external stakeholders. Ability to work at pace, manage pressure, exercise sound judgement and resolve problems effectively. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of audiences across different formats, with written communication to an excellent standard. Excellent interpersonal, influencing and relationship management skills. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and with partners. High level of computer proficiency, particularly with excel. An understanding of and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and how they relate to the role. Willingness to travel within England and Wales as required. Satisfactory enhanced DBS check. Our commitment to safeguarding includes implementing robust safer recruitment procedures to assess the suitability of individuals applying for roles that involve work with children and adults who are or may be at risk of harm. For further information, please see our Safeguarding Policy and Safer Recruitment Guidance. To apply please visit our careers page and apply with your CV and a cover letter. The closing date for applications is Monday 11 May 2026. We will remove barriers that prospective candidates might face at any stage of our recruitment process. If you have a disability and would like the advert in an alternative format, or would like to talk about how we can adjust the interview process to best support you, please contact
Trust and Foundations Fundraising Lead £36,000 - £40,000 pa + benefits (including 25 days annual leave and pension) Leatherhead, Surrey / Hybrid About the role Join Rainbow Trust Children s Charity and play a vital role in ensuring our teams can support families facing the unimaginable, helping us make a real difference. We are looking to appoint a full-time Trust and Foundations Fundraising Lead (35 hours per week) to lead and develop Rainbow Trust s trusts and foundations fundraising programme. You will manage relationships with charitable trusts and foundations, raising the funds we need to deliver and grow our support services. Our Philanthropy team is an ambitious team with a well-established fundraising programme, playing a significant role in raising £5.7m a year to fund our support services and with plans to grow income over the next 3-5 years. We have an established portfolio of funders, giving low level gifts to six figure donations and you will have the opportunity to work on large applications. You will cultivate strong working relationships with a portfolio of trust and foundations, including five- and six-figure grants. Increase Trust s engagement and support of the charity, through reports, meetings, and phone calls. Through the identification and research of new prospective trust funders, you will find creative ways to engage with them to secure funding. You will also collaborate with internal teams to develop strong cases for support and impact measurement. What we re looking for: Excellent research and writing skills , preferably with experience of successfully securing four- or five-figure gifts from charitable trusts and foundations The ability to work effectively with a range of internal and external people including trust managers and trustees to build great relationships and influence Knowledge of the requirements of trust funders, the principles of application-writing and effective project reporting and of managing a funding portfolio or similar A persuasive and open communicator - the ability to develop and submit high-quality and compelling funding proposals and reports to trusts, working closely with colleagues across the charity Committed to providing the highest level of donor care , including creative stewardship for funders, meeting all grant terms and conditions and responding effectively and promptly to enquiries received from donors, funders and prospects. Why join us? We re proud to be a Two-Star Best Companies Top 50 mid-sized organisation and a Top 10 Charity, and we re committed to creating a great place to work. You will benefit from: Flexible working hours to balance home and working life. Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Company car for front line care posts. 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time). Time off in Lieu. Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts. Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes. A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme. Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year. Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3%. The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping. Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth. If you d like to find out more about these benefits and working with us please visit our website. About us: About us: Rainbow Trust Children s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that. Apply now: To apply, please send your CV and a covering statement explaining why you re a strong fit and meet the criteria for the role to us via the link, Please disclose in your covering letter if you have used AI for any part of your job application. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. Additional information: Interviews will take place in Leatherhead on a rolling basis If you require any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know An enhanced DBS check is required Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. If you re looking for a role where your operational expertise genuinely makes a difference, we d love to hear from you. Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Trust and Foundations Fundraising Lead £36,000 - £40,000 pa + benefits (including 25 days annual leave and pension) Leatherhead, Surrey / Hybrid About the role Join Rainbow Trust Children s Charity and play a vital role in ensuring our teams can support families facing the unimaginable, helping us make a real difference. We are looking to appoint a full-time Trust and Foundations Fundraising Lead (35 hours per week) to lead and develop Rainbow Trust s trusts and foundations fundraising programme. You will manage relationships with charitable trusts and foundations, raising the funds we need to deliver and grow our support services. Our Philanthropy team is an ambitious team with a well-established fundraising programme, playing a significant role in raising £5.7m a year to fund our support services and with plans to grow income over the next 3-5 years. We have an established portfolio of funders, giving low level gifts to six figure donations and you will have the opportunity to work on large applications. You will cultivate strong working relationships with a portfolio of trust and foundations, including five- and six-figure grants. Increase Trust s engagement and support of the charity, through reports, meetings, and phone calls. Through the identification and research of new prospective trust funders, you will find creative ways to engage with them to secure funding. You will also collaborate with internal teams to develop strong cases for support and impact measurement. What we re looking for: Excellent research and writing skills , preferably with experience of successfully securing four- or five-figure gifts from charitable trusts and foundations The ability to work effectively with a range of internal and external people including trust managers and trustees to build great relationships and influence Knowledge of the requirements of trust funders, the principles of application-writing and effective project reporting and of managing a funding portfolio or similar A persuasive and open communicator - the ability to develop and submit high-quality and compelling funding proposals and reports to trusts, working closely with colleagues across the charity Committed to providing the highest level of donor care , including creative stewardship for funders, meeting all grant terms and conditions and responding effectively and promptly to enquiries received from donors, funders and prospects. Why join us? We re proud to be a Two-Star Best Companies Top 50 mid-sized organisation and a Top 10 Charity, and we re committed to creating a great place to work. You will benefit from: Flexible working hours to balance home and working life. Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Company car for front line care posts. 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time). Time off in Lieu. Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts. Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes. A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme. Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year. Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3%. The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping. Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth. If you d like to find out more about these benefits and working with us please visit our website. About us: About us: Rainbow Trust Children s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that. Apply now: To apply, please send your CV and a covering statement explaining why you re a strong fit and meet the criteria for the role to us via the link, Please disclose in your covering letter if you have used AI for any part of your job application. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. Additional information: Interviews will take place in Leatherhead on a rolling basis If you require any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know An enhanced DBS check is required Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. If you re looking for a role where your operational expertise genuinely makes a difference, we d love to hear from you. Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Our client is a global eye care charity working to end avoidable blindness. Of the 1.1 billion people worldwide living with vision loss, around 90% have conditions that are preventable or treatable. Through specialist training, innovative programmes and initiativesthe organisation is helping strengthen eye care systems around the world. In 2024, the organisation raised £5.1m to support projects across eight countries and is aiming to grow this to £10m annually over the next five years. Trusts and Foundations Manager Permanent Full time Hybrid 2 days a week in London (near Charing Cross) £42,820 per annum This role sits within the Trusts & Foundations team in the Relationships & Partnerships division and focuses on securing and managing high-value grants of £50k+. You will build and manage relationships with funders, develop compelling funding applications and reports, and oversee grant management and compliance. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation and international teams, you will play an important role in delivering ambitious income growth. You will have a strong track record of securing significant trust and foundation income in the UK and/or Europe, with experience managing complex applications from prospecting through to stewardship. You will be an excellent communicator, confident relationship builder and highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering against ambitious income targets. The organisation offers a competitive benefits package including 25 days annual leave (increasing with service), employer pension contributions up to 10%, flexible working, life assurance and employee wellbeing support. Full details are available on their website. Prospectus is delighted to be supporting the organisation and is committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive process for all candidates. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, regardless of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. Prospectus will review applications in the first instance and share candidate details with the organisation on an anonymised basis to help ensure a fair and equitable recruitment process. The organisation is an equal opportunities employer and strongly encourages applications from individuals from underrepresented groups, including Black and ethnically diverse candidates, LGBTQ+ individuals and candidates with disabilities. If you meet some of the criteria but not all we would still encourage you to get in touch. Prospectus can help you better understand the role and guide you through the application process. Please reach out to Jessica Stoddart at Prospectus.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Our client is a global eye care charity working to end avoidable blindness. Of the 1.1 billion people worldwide living with vision loss, around 90% have conditions that are preventable or treatable. Through specialist training, innovative programmes and initiativesthe organisation is helping strengthen eye care systems around the world. In 2024, the organisation raised £5.1m to support projects across eight countries and is aiming to grow this to £10m annually over the next five years. Trusts and Foundations Manager Permanent Full time Hybrid 2 days a week in London (near Charing Cross) £42,820 per annum This role sits within the Trusts & Foundations team in the Relationships & Partnerships division and focuses on securing and managing high-value grants of £50k+. You will build and manage relationships with funders, develop compelling funding applications and reports, and oversee grant management and compliance. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation and international teams, you will play an important role in delivering ambitious income growth. You will have a strong track record of securing significant trust and foundation income in the UK and/or Europe, with experience managing complex applications from prospecting through to stewardship. You will be an excellent communicator, confident relationship builder and highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering against ambitious income targets. The organisation offers a competitive benefits package including 25 days annual leave (increasing with service), employer pension contributions up to 10%, flexible working, life assurance and employee wellbeing support. Full details are available on their website. Prospectus is delighted to be supporting the organisation and is committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive process for all candidates. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, regardless of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. Prospectus will review applications in the first instance and share candidate details with the organisation on an anonymised basis to help ensure a fair and equitable recruitment process. The organisation is an equal opportunities employer and strongly encourages applications from individuals from underrepresented groups, including Black and ethnically diverse candidates, LGBTQ+ individuals and candidates with disabilities. If you meet some of the criteria but not all we would still encourage you to get in touch. Prospectus can help you better understand the role and guide you through the application process. Please reach out to Jessica Stoddart at Prospectus.
Research Grants Manager We're looking for a Research Grants Manager to join the team. Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed. Position: CE401 Research Grants Manager Location: Home-based, UK nationwide however, occasional travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings) Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Salary: Circa £47,000 per annum (inner London weighting £3,950 per annum or outer London weighting £2,475 per annum may be applied in accordance to where you live) Contract: Permanent Benefits: 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available. Closing Date: 8 May 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Interview Date: 20 May 2026 The Role The Research Grants Manager leads the design, delivery and governance of the Association's research funding portfolio. The role ensures that all Association funded research schemes, including fellowships and project grants, are strategically configured, rigorously governed and effectively delivered in line with the Association's Research Strategy. The role will ensure that research funding schemes are aligned with external research developments and designed to maximise long-term impact. The role includes formal accountability for embedding high-quality, inclusive and structured lived experience participation within research funding processes. The Research Grants Manager is the organisational lead for research funding operations, ensuring the Association maintains a sector-leading, transparent and strategically focused funding programme. Key responsibilities will include: Lead the design and operational delivery of Association research funding, including fellowships and project grant schemes. Accountable for the governance of funding mechanisms, ensuring fairness, compliance with governance standards and integration within existing research management systems. Management of expert review and award decision processes, ensuring robust scientific assessment, transparent decision-making and strategic alignment with organisational priorities. Ensure consistent, high-quality and inclusive lived experience involvement within research funding processes. Provide authoritative insight about Association funded research to communications, fundraising, policy and service development colleagues to assist with media and fundraising opportunities. Contribute to effective financial planning and budget monitoring across all funding schemes, including forecasting, risk management and reporting. About You You will: Be educated to post graduate level in a science, health, social science or related discipline Have experience of research management in a life science setting, including management of research funding award cycles To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK Please state any preferences for flexible options in your covering letter. Finding strength through support The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke. They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life. It's only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support. The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they're determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity. The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work. A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. You may also have experience in areas such as Research and Grants Manager, Research Manager, Grants Manager, Scientific Research, Health, Social Science, Social Science Research. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Research Grants Manager We're looking for a Research Grants Manager to join the team. Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed. Position: CE401 Research Grants Manager Location: Home-based, UK nationwide however, occasional travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings) Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Salary: Circa £47,000 per annum (inner London weighting £3,950 per annum or outer London weighting £2,475 per annum may be applied in accordance to where you live) Contract: Permanent Benefits: 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available. Closing Date: 8 May 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Interview Date: 20 May 2026 The Role The Research Grants Manager leads the design, delivery and governance of the Association's research funding portfolio. The role ensures that all Association funded research schemes, including fellowships and project grants, are strategically configured, rigorously governed and effectively delivered in line with the Association's Research Strategy. The role will ensure that research funding schemes are aligned with external research developments and designed to maximise long-term impact. The role includes formal accountability for embedding high-quality, inclusive and structured lived experience participation within research funding processes. The Research Grants Manager is the organisational lead for research funding operations, ensuring the Association maintains a sector-leading, transparent and strategically focused funding programme. Key responsibilities will include: Lead the design and operational delivery of Association research funding, including fellowships and project grant schemes. Accountable for the governance of funding mechanisms, ensuring fairness, compliance with governance standards and integration within existing research management systems. Management of expert review and award decision processes, ensuring robust scientific assessment, transparent decision-making and strategic alignment with organisational priorities. Ensure consistent, high-quality and inclusive lived experience involvement within research funding processes. Provide authoritative insight about Association funded research to communications, fundraising, policy and service development colleagues to assist with media and fundraising opportunities. Contribute to effective financial planning and budget monitoring across all funding schemes, including forecasting, risk management and reporting. About You You will: Be educated to post graduate level in a science, health, social science or related discipline Have experience of research management in a life science setting, including management of research funding award cycles To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK Please state any preferences for flexible options in your covering letter. Finding strength through support The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke. They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life. It's only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support. The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they're determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity. The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work. A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. You may also have experience in areas such as Research and Grants Manager, Research Manager, Grants Manager, Scientific Research, Health, Social Science, Social Science Research. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People.
Tenancy Support & Financial Wellbeing Project Worker Hours of work: Full-Time, 37.5 per week (5 days per week) Contract: 4.5-year fixed term (as this post is funded by the National Lottery) Salary: £28,000 per annum Location: Cambridge CB4 or at other locations within Cambridge About the Employer This charity works with people who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or with a history of homelessness. They provide services to aid every stage of recovery from immediate basic welfare needs to long term help in identifying and dealing with the problems which are undermining their stability, and enabling them to engage with education, employment and specialist health services. National statistics rank the numbers of rough sleepers in Cambridge within the highest 20 UK local authorities. Theirs is the only day-time service in the city, providing year - round advice and support for homeless or vulnerably housed people. Over the past three decades they have continued to grow and adapt to meet the needs of the homeless community. This charity's specialist Housing Team provides expert advice and support to help people successfully navigate the search for housing and crucially, support hem to sustain life away from the street. About you and the Role As a member of the Project Worker Team, reporting to the Senior Tenancy Support Officer the Tenancy Support & Financial Wellbeing Project Worker is responsible for delivering this organisation's specialist range of 1:1 Pre and Post Tenancy Support, implementing proactive, holistic strategies designed to prevent people from losing their homes, whilst simultaneously providing them with the financial tools and capability needed to sustain stability, aimed at empowering Service Users to move out of the spiral of homelessness and back into mainstream society, preventing homelessness and foster financial inclusion. Key Responsibilities To provide emotional and practical support and assistance to prepare and assist Service Users to move into accommodation once a placement is confirmed, working with internal and external colleagues. To work in a flexible manner within the organisation and the wider community to provide outreach and support services in person, occasionally in exceptional circumstances this could include in their own home when accompanied with external partners also includes via text, email, telephone and video calls. To provide a wide range of resettlement-based support along with the Senior Tenancy Support Officer to ensure Service Users access the most suitable housing pathway for their individual needs. To take the lead on all housing related referrals for Service Users. To ensure all suitable Service Users are registered and supported on Homelink. To provide crucial assistance to tenants, focusing on maintaining tenancies, managing money and debt and improving overall financial stability - including, signposting, budgeting, welfare benefits checks, rent arrears support, setting-up and managing utilities, housing related life skills, offering guidance and support to enable Service Users to maintain their own homes, aiming to prevent eviction and enhance quality of life. To provide on-going long term tenancy support to Service Users moving into independent living, this includes private rental housing or alternative housing pathways without any on site support. To assist with hand over post tenancy support to accommodation providers at a suitable point in the Service User support pathway, with the aim of enabling long-term independence. To ensure all Service Users have access to external grants and any available funding to support their individual needs to maintain their accommodation. Signposting and assisting with applications for funding to assist people moving into accommodation are supported with the appropriate items: floor coverings, white goods, basic furniture and home furnishings. To support residents to keep their current homes, including mediation with landlords, accessing legal support on evictions, addressing anti-social behaviour, identifying high risk groups targeting support towards vulnerable groups such as those fleeing difficulties, leaving prison, hospital or care systems. To ensure that accurate records are kept, documenting the support services provided to their service users onto the Salesforce/Inform system. Ensuring that record keeping meets the requirements of internal and external monitoring of outcomes, assisting with reports and case studies to the fundraising team. One of this charity's core values is to recognise and reward their staff as their greatest asset. They realise that it's their people who have helped them to become a well-respected charity that helps to make a positive change to homeless people's lives. They want to continue to deliver excellent, relevant services for the homeless in Cambridge by attracting and retaining talented and motivated people. If you choose to come and work with this charity, you will find that they offer: Benefits - You will be eligible for benefits and services, including pension scheme, death in service benefit and free counselling and clinical supervision. A supported work environment - You will receive a comprehensive induction, and you will have a probation period to provide a supportive framework for reviewing your progress and discussing your training and development needs. You will be expected to have developed the skills to fulfil all role requirements within this period. Appropriate objectives will be discussed, agreed and reviewed regularly with your Line Manager so that your performance can be measured against these. Training - This employer recognises the importance of having a motivated and effective staff team. They offer on-going training to support you in your role. Closing date: Monday 11th May, 2026 Interviews will be taking place between the 19th - 22nd May 2026 Interested? To find out more information, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form and then redirected to complete your application for this position. This employer is committed to a proactive approach to equality, which includes supporting and encouraging all underrepresented groups, promoting an inclusive culture and valuing diversity. They make selection decisions based on personal merit and an objective assessment against the criteria required for the post. They do not treat job applicants or members of staff less favourably than one another on the grounds of sex (including gender reassignment), marital or parental status, race, ethnic or national origin, colour, disability (including HIV status), sexual orientation, religion, age or socio-economic factors. No agencies please.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Tenancy Support & Financial Wellbeing Project Worker Hours of work: Full-Time, 37.5 per week (5 days per week) Contract: 4.5-year fixed term (as this post is funded by the National Lottery) Salary: £28,000 per annum Location: Cambridge CB4 or at other locations within Cambridge About the Employer This charity works with people who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or with a history of homelessness. They provide services to aid every stage of recovery from immediate basic welfare needs to long term help in identifying and dealing with the problems which are undermining their stability, and enabling them to engage with education, employment and specialist health services. National statistics rank the numbers of rough sleepers in Cambridge within the highest 20 UK local authorities. Theirs is the only day-time service in the city, providing year - round advice and support for homeless or vulnerably housed people. Over the past three decades they have continued to grow and adapt to meet the needs of the homeless community. This charity's specialist Housing Team provides expert advice and support to help people successfully navigate the search for housing and crucially, support hem to sustain life away from the street. About you and the Role As a member of the Project Worker Team, reporting to the Senior Tenancy Support Officer the Tenancy Support & Financial Wellbeing Project Worker is responsible for delivering this organisation's specialist range of 1:1 Pre and Post Tenancy Support, implementing proactive, holistic strategies designed to prevent people from losing their homes, whilst simultaneously providing them with the financial tools and capability needed to sustain stability, aimed at empowering Service Users to move out of the spiral of homelessness and back into mainstream society, preventing homelessness and foster financial inclusion. Key Responsibilities To provide emotional and practical support and assistance to prepare and assist Service Users to move into accommodation once a placement is confirmed, working with internal and external colleagues. To work in a flexible manner within the organisation and the wider community to provide outreach and support services in person, occasionally in exceptional circumstances this could include in their own home when accompanied with external partners also includes via text, email, telephone and video calls. To provide a wide range of resettlement-based support along with the Senior Tenancy Support Officer to ensure Service Users access the most suitable housing pathway for their individual needs. To take the lead on all housing related referrals for Service Users. To ensure all suitable Service Users are registered and supported on Homelink. To provide crucial assistance to tenants, focusing on maintaining tenancies, managing money and debt and improving overall financial stability - including, signposting, budgeting, welfare benefits checks, rent arrears support, setting-up and managing utilities, housing related life skills, offering guidance and support to enable Service Users to maintain their own homes, aiming to prevent eviction and enhance quality of life. To provide on-going long term tenancy support to Service Users moving into independent living, this includes private rental housing or alternative housing pathways without any on site support. To assist with hand over post tenancy support to accommodation providers at a suitable point in the Service User support pathway, with the aim of enabling long-term independence. To ensure all Service Users have access to external grants and any available funding to support their individual needs to maintain their accommodation. Signposting and assisting with applications for funding to assist people moving into accommodation are supported with the appropriate items: floor coverings, white goods, basic furniture and home furnishings. To support residents to keep their current homes, including mediation with landlords, accessing legal support on evictions, addressing anti-social behaviour, identifying high risk groups targeting support towards vulnerable groups such as those fleeing difficulties, leaving prison, hospital or care systems. To ensure that accurate records are kept, documenting the support services provided to their service users onto the Salesforce/Inform system. Ensuring that record keeping meets the requirements of internal and external monitoring of outcomes, assisting with reports and case studies to the fundraising team. One of this charity's core values is to recognise and reward their staff as their greatest asset. They realise that it's their people who have helped them to become a well-respected charity that helps to make a positive change to homeless people's lives. They want to continue to deliver excellent, relevant services for the homeless in Cambridge by attracting and retaining talented and motivated people. If you choose to come and work with this charity, you will find that they offer: Benefits - You will be eligible for benefits and services, including pension scheme, death in service benefit and free counselling and clinical supervision. A supported work environment - You will receive a comprehensive induction, and you will have a probation period to provide a supportive framework for reviewing your progress and discussing your training and development needs. You will be expected to have developed the skills to fulfil all role requirements within this period. Appropriate objectives will be discussed, agreed and reviewed regularly with your Line Manager so that your performance can be measured against these. Training - This employer recognises the importance of having a motivated and effective staff team. They offer on-going training to support you in your role. Closing date: Monday 11th May, 2026 Interviews will be taking place between the 19th - 22nd May 2026 Interested? To find out more information, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form and then redirected to complete your application for this position. This employer is committed to a proactive approach to equality, which includes supporting and encouraging all underrepresented groups, promoting an inclusive culture and valuing diversity. They make selection decisions based on personal merit and an objective assessment against the criteria required for the post. They do not treat job applicants or members of staff less favourably than one another on the grounds of sex (including gender reassignment), marital or parental status, race, ethnic or national origin, colour, disability (including HIV status), sexual orientation, religion, age or socio-economic factors. No agencies please.
Charity People is delighted to be partnering with a legal charity to recruit an Influencing and Grants Manager . The organisation was launched in 2020 with a decade-long vision that people who use the UK immigration system can access justice fairly and equally, enabling them to get on with their lives. It is a unique and ambitious collaboration of several funder partners who have pooled more than £15 million of new funding to strategically invest in legal advice, strengthen immigration sector organisations over the long term, and local and national influencing to support the lawful and fair functioning of immigration, nationality, and asylum processes. As Influencing and Grants Manager you will work with colleagues, funder partners, sector experts and directly affected communities to lead the implementation of the organisation's influencing strategy. Primarily an influencing role, the postholder will also be responsible for managing a small number of influencing grants and will work closely with the Grants Manager and Grant Partner Community Manager to ensure that the process for grant renewals runs smoothly. Contract: Permanent position, offered on either a full-time (35 hours) or part-time (28 hours) per week basis Salary: £45,000 per annum full-time salary (£36,000 pro rata for four days per week) Location: Hybrid role between home and London office, with one day per week in the London office Closing date for applications: 9am on Friday 15th May Interviews: First stage interviews will be held remotely week commencing 25th May, with potential for second round interviews week commencing 1st June The organisation has entered a new phase and is investing in influencing work to harness the organisation's partnerships, expertise, information and connections, both as a funder collaboration but also alongside grant partners and directly affected communities. This coupled with a change in government presents new opportunities to influence change in the way immigration advice is funded and delivered, and the broader functioning of the immigration system and how people access justice. This is an exciting role, which offers the opportunity to work with a wide variety of stakeholders to develop and implement the charity's influencing strategy Core responsibilities within the role will be as follows: Work with colleagues, funder partners, sector experts and directly affected communities to lead the implementation of the organisation's influencing strategy Lead the day-to-day delivery of the organisation's influencing work, identifying opportunities to shape policy, public debate and practice Build and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders including parliamentarians, policymakers, sector bodies, campaigners and funders Monitor political, policy and sector developments relevant to migration, racial justice, access to justice and the advice sector, and advise colleagues on emerging opportunities and risks Coordinate responses to consultations, policy developments, parliamentary opportunities and external calls for evidence Manage consultants or external specialists engaged to support influencing activity Convene and facilitate meetings, briefings and events with grant partners, funders and other stakeholders to support shared influencing priorities Work with colleagues and partners to capture learning from influencing activity and use this to strengthen future work Manage a small caseload of grants, building positive and constructive relationships with grant partners Work closely with the Grants Manager and colleagues on grant renewals, recommendations and decision-making processes including preparation of papers and summaries for the Grants Committee and other internal decision-making meetings Contribute to the ongoing development of the organisation's strategy, priorities and ways of working We would love to see applications from candidates with the following skills and experience, and are interested in examples of your skills and experience from voluntary as well as paid work. Experience of delivering influencing, policy or campaigning work that has contributed to positive change Experience of building relationships with policymakers, funders, community organisations or other external stakeholders Experience of managing grants, partnerships, programmes or equivalent relationships Understanding of the UK migration, racial justice, legal aid or advice sectors (or comparable social justice fields) Experience of coordinating projects with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities Strong written communication skills, including drafting briefings, reports or external communications Commitment to the organisation's values and mission Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust across different groups Able to work collaboratively while also managing your own workload independently Good judgement, political awareness and sensitivity when handling relationships and external issues Organised, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities Willingness to learn, adapt and work in a fast-changing environment We're particularly interested to receive applications from candidates who have the below, although this is not essential: Lived experience of the UK immigration system If you're interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please send your CV to Alice at Charity People in the first instance. Alice can be reached at . Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with. In the same way, the charity is committed to making recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you have any access requirements or would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please let Alice Wood know. As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee to interview all applicants with a disability (as defined in the Equality Act 2010) who meet the minimum requirements of the person specification.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Charity People is delighted to be partnering with a legal charity to recruit an Influencing and Grants Manager . The organisation was launched in 2020 with a decade-long vision that people who use the UK immigration system can access justice fairly and equally, enabling them to get on with their lives. It is a unique and ambitious collaboration of several funder partners who have pooled more than £15 million of new funding to strategically invest in legal advice, strengthen immigration sector organisations over the long term, and local and national influencing to support the lawful and fair functioning of immigration, nationality, and asylum processes. As Influencing and Grants Manager you will work with colleagues, funder partners, sector experts and directly affected communities to lead the implementation of the organisation's influencing strategy. Primarily an influencing role, the postholder will also be responsible for managing a small number of influencing grants and will work closely with the Grants Manager and Grant Partner Community Manager to ensure that the process for grant renewals runs smoothly. Contract: Permanent position, offered on either a full-time (35 hours) or part-time (28 hours) per week basis Salary: £45,000 per annum full-time salary (£36,000 pro rata for four days per week) Location: Hybrid role between home and London office, with one day per week in the London office Closing date for applications: 9am on Friday 15th May Interviews: First stage interviews will be held remotely week commencing 25th May, with potential for second round interviews week commencing 1st June The organisation has entered a new phase and is investing in influencing work to harness the organisation's partnerships, expertise, information and connections, both as a funder collaboration but also alongside grant partners and directly affected communities. This coupled with a change in government presents new opportunities to influence change in the way immigration advice is funded and delivered, and the broader functioning of the immigration system and how people access justice. This is an exciting role, which offers the opportunity to work with a wide variety of stakeholders to develop and implement the charity's influencing strategy Core responsibilities within the role will be as follows: Work with colleagues, funder partners, sector experts and directly affected communities to lead the implementation of the organisation's influencing strategy Lead the day-to-day delivery of the organisation's influencing work, identifying opportunities to shape policy, public debate and practice Build and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders including parliamentarians, policymakers, sector bodies, campaigners and funders Monitor political, policy and sector developments relevant to migration, racial justice, access to justice and the advice sector, and advise colleagues on emerging opportunities and risks Coordinate responses to consultations, policy developments, parliamentary opportunities and external calls for evidence Manage consultants or external specialists engaged to support influencing activity Convene and facilitate meetings, briefings and events with grant partners, funders and other stakeholders to support shared influencing priorities Work with colleagues and partners to capture learning from influencing activity and use this to strengthen future work Manage a small caseload of grants, building positive and constructive relationships with grant partners Work closely with the Grants Manager and colleagues on grant renewals, recommendations and decision-making processes including preparation of papers and summaries for the Grants Committee and other internal decision-making meetings Contribute to the ongoing development of the organisation's strategy, priorities and ways of working We would love to see applications from candidates with the following skills and experience, and are interested in examples of your skills and experience from voluntary as well as paid work. Experience of delivering influencing, policy or campaigning work that has contributed to positive change Experience of building relationships with policymakers, funders, community organisations or other external stakeholders Experience of managing grants, partnerships, programmes or equivalent relationships Understanding of the UK migration, racial justice, legal aid or advice sectors (or comparable social justice fields) Experience of coordinating projects with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities Strong written communication skills, including drafting briefings, reports or external communications Commitment to the organisation's values and mission Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust across different groups Able to work collaboratively while also managing your own workload independently Good judgement, political awareness and sensitivity when handling relationships and external issues Organised, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities Willingness to learn, adapt and work in a fast-changing environment We're particularly interested to receive applications from candidates who have the below, although this is not essential: Lived experience of the UK immigration system If you're interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please send your CV to Alice at Charity People in the first instance. Alice can be reached at . Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with. In the same way, the charity is committed to making recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you have any access requirements or would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please let Alice Wood know. As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee to interview all applicants with a disability (as defined in the Equality Act 2010) who meet the minimum requirements of the person specification.
Wintercomfort For The Homeless
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Tenancy Support & Financial Wellbeing Project Worker Hours of work: Full-Time, 37.5 per week (5 days per week) Contract: 4.5-year fixed term (as this post is funded by the National Lottery) Salary: £28,000 per annum Location: Overstream House, Cambridge CB4 or at other locations within Cambridge About Us Wintercomfort works with people who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or with a history of homelessness. We provide services to aid every stage of recovery -from immediate basic welfare needs to long term help in identifying and dealing with the problems which are undermining their stability, and enabling them to engage with education, employment and specialist health services. National statistics rank the numbers of rough sleepers in Cambridge within the highest 20 UK local authorities. Wintercomfort is the only day-time service in the city, providing year-round advice and support for homeless or vulnerably housed people. Over the past three decades Wintercomfort has continued to grow and adapt to meet the needs of the homeless community. Our specialist Housing Team provides expert advice and support to help people successfully navigate the search for housing and crucially, support them to sustain life away from the street. About you and the Role As a member of Wintercomfort s Project Worker Team, reporting to the Senior Tenancy Support Officer the Tenancy Support & Financial Wellbeing Project Worker is responsible for delivering Wintercomfort s specialist range of 1:1 Pre and Post Tenancy Support, implementing proactive, holistic strategies designed to prevent people from losing their homes, whilst simultaneously providing them with the financial tools and capability needed to sustain stability, aimed at empowering Service Users to move out of the spiral of homelessness and back into mainstream society, preventing homelessness and foster financial inclusion. Key Responsibilities To provide emotional and practical support and assistance to prepare and assist Service Users to move into accommodation once a placement is confirmed, working with internal and external colleagues. To work in a flexible manner within Wintercomfort and the wider community to provide outreach and support services in person, occasionally in exceptional circumstances this could include in their own home when accompanied with external partners also includes via text, email, telephone and video calls. To provide a wide range of resettlement-based support along with the Senior Tenancy Support Officer to ensure Service Users access the most suitable housing pathway for their individual needs. To take the lead on all housing related referrals for Service Users. To ensure all suitable Service Users are registered and supported on Homelink. To provide crucial assistance to tenants, focusing on maintaining tenancies, managing money and debt and improving overall financial stability including, signposting, budgeting, welfare benefits checks, rent arrears support, setting-up and managing utilities, housing related life skills, offering guidance and support to enable Service Users to maintain their own homes, aiming to prevent eviction and enhance quality of life. To provide on-going long term tenancy support to Service Users moving into independent living, this includes private rental housing or alternative housing pathways without any on site support. To assist with hand over post tenancy support to accommodation providers at a suitable point in the Service User support pathway, with the aim of enabling long-term independence. To ensure all Service Users have access to external grants and any available funding to support their individual needs to maintain their accommodation. Signposting and assisting with applications for funding to assist people moving into accommodation are supported with the appropriate items: floor coverings, white goods, basic furniture and home furnishings. To support residents to keep their current homes, including mediation with landlords, accessing legal support on evictions, addressing anti-social behaviour, identifying high risk groups targeting support towards vulnerable groups such as those fleeing difficulties, leaving prison, hospital or care systems. To ensure that accurate records are kept, documenting the support services provided to Wintercomfort s service users onto the Salesforce/Inform system. Ensuring that record keeping meets the requirements of internal and external monitoring of outcomes, assisting with reports and case studies to the fundraising team. One of our core values at Wintercomfort is to recognise and reward our staff as our greatest asset. We realise that it's our people who have helped us to become a well-respected charity that helps to make a positive change to homeless people s lives. We want to continue to deliver excellent, relevant services for the homeless in Cambridge by attracting and retaining talented and motivated people. If you choose to come and work with us, you will find that we offer: Benefits You will be eligible for benefits and services, including pension scheme, death in service benefit and free counselling and clinical supervision. A supported work environment You will receive a comprehensive induction, and you will have a probation period to provide a supportive framework for reviewing your progress and discussing your training and development needs. You will be expected to have developed the skills to fulfil all role requirements within this period. Appropriate objectives will be discussed, agreed and reviewed regularly with your Line Manager so that your performance can be measured against these. Training We recognise the importance of having a motivated and effective staff team. We offer on-going training to support you in your role. Closing date: Monday 11th May, 2026 Interviews will be taking place between the 19th 22nd May 2026 Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. We are committed to a proactive approach to equality, which includes supporting and encouraging all underrepresented groups, promoting an inclusive culture and valuing diversity. We make selection decisions based on personal merit and an objective assessment against the criteria required for the post. We do not treat job applicants or members of staff less favourably than one another on the grounds of sex (including gender reassignment), marital or parental status, race, ethnic or national origin, colour, disability (including HIV status), sexual orientation, religion, age or socio-economic factors. No agencies please.
Apr 23, 2026
Full time
Tenancy Support & Financial Wellbeing Project Worker Hours of work: Full-Time, 37.5 per week (5 days per week) Contract: 4.5-year fixed term (as this post is funded by the National Lottery) Salary: £28,000 per annum Location: Overstream House, Cambridge CB4 or at other locations within Cambridge About Us Wintercomfort works with people who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or with a history of homelessness. We provide services to aid every stage of recovery -from immediate basic welfare needs to long term help in identifying and dealing with the problems which are undermining their stability, and enabling them to engage with education, employment and specialist health services. National statistics rank the numbers of rough sleepers in Cambridge within the highest 20 UK local authorities. Wintercomfort is the only day-time service in the city, providing year-round advice and support for homeless or vulnerably housed people. Over the past three decades Wintercomfort has continued to grow and adapt to meet the needs of the homeless community. Our specialist Housing Team provides expert advice and support to help people successfully navigate the search for housing and crucially, support them to sustain life away from the street. About you and the Role As a member of Wintercomfort s Project Worker Team, reporting to the Senior Tenancy Support Officer the Tenancy Support & Financial Wellbeing Project Worker is responsible for delivering Wintercomfort s specialist range of 1:1 Pre and Post Tenancy Support, implementing proactive, holistic strategies designed to prevent people from losing their homes, whilst simultaneously providing them with the financial tools and capability needed to sustain stability, aimed at empowering Service Users to move out of the spiral of homelessness and back into mainstream society, preventing homelessness and foster financial inclusion. Key Responsibilities To provide emotional and practical support and assistance to prepare and assist Service Users to move into accommodation once a placement is confirmed, working with internal and external colleagues. To work in a flexible manner within Wintercomfort and the wider community to provide outreach and support services in person, occasionally in exceptional circumstances this could include in their own home when accompanied with external partners also includes via text, email, telephone and video calls. To provide a wide range of resettlement-based support along with the Senior Tenancy Support Officer to ensure Service Users access the most suitable housing pathway for their individual needs. To take the lead on all housing related referrals for Service Users. To ensure all suitable Service Users are registered and supported on Homelink. To provide crucial assistance to tenants, focusing on maintaining tenancies, managing money and debt and improving overall financial stability including, signposting, budgeting, welfare benefits checks, rent arrears support, setting-up and managing utilities, housing related life skills, offering guidance and support to enable Service Users to maintain their own homes, aiming to prevent eviction and enhance quality of life. To provide on-going long term tenancy support to Service Users moving into independent living, this includes private rental housing or alternative housing pathways without any on site support. To assist with hand over post tenancy support to accommodation providers at a suitable point in the Service User support pathway, with the aim of enabling long-term independence. To ensure all Service Users have access to external grants and any available funding to support their individual needs to maintain their accommodation. Signposting and assisting with applications for funding to assist people moving into accommodation are supported with the appropriate items: floor coverings, white goods, basic furniture and home furnishings. To support residents to keep their current homes, including mediation with landlords, accessing legal support on evictions, addressing anti-social behaviour, identifying high risk groups targeting support towards vulnerable groups such as those fleeing difficulties, leaving prison, hospital or care systems. To ensure that accurate records are kept, documenting the support services provided to Wintercomfort s service users onto the Salesforce/Inform system. Ensuring that record keeping meets the requirements of internal and external monitoring of outcomes, assisting with reports and case studies to the fundraising team. One of our core values at Wintercomfort is to recognise and reward our staff as our greatest asset. We realise that it's our people who have helped us to become a well-respected charity that helps to make a positive change to homeless people s lives. We want to continue to deliver excellent, relevant services for the homeless in Cambridge by attracting and retaining talented and motivated people. If you choose to come and work with us, you will find that we offer: Benefits You will be eligible for benefits and services, including pension scheme, death in service benefit and free counselling and clinical supervision. A supported work environment You will receive a comprehensive induction, and you will have a probation period to provide a supportive framework for reviewing your progress and discussing your training and development needs. You will be expected to have developed the skills to fulfil all role requirements within this period. Appropriate objectives will be discussed, agreed and reviewed regularly with your Line Manager so that your performance can be measured against these. Training We recognise the importance of having a motivated and effective staff team. We offer on-going training to support you in your role. Closing date: Monday 11th May, 2026 Interviews will be taking place between the 19th 22nd May 2026 Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. We are committed to a proactive approach to equality, which includes supporting and encouraging all underrepresented groups, promoting an inclusive culture and valuing diversity. We make selection decisions based on personal merit and an objective assessment against the criteria required for the post. We do not treat job applicants or members of staff less favourably than one another on the grounds of sex (including gender reassignment), marital or parental status, race, ethnic or national origin, colour, disability (including HIV status), sexual orientation, religion, age or socio-economic factors. No agencies please.
Our Mission Resurgo s mission is to inspire and equip organisations to bring about ambitious and sustainable social change. We use our expertise in coaching and impact management to equip and empower businesses, churches, and individuals. About the Team The Philanthropy team is a close-knit team of seven who work with High Net-Worth individuals, Trusts and Foundations, and Individual donors, raising over 60% of Resurgo s income (currently around £2.2million). They each play a key role in building and stewarding partnerships to secure income that will sustain the Spear Programme. They work individually as well as collaboratively, to ambitiously reach their target and have fun whilst doing it! Who You Are Do you have a flair for crafting compelling narratives that inspire action and unlock vital funding? Join our successful and vibrant Philanthropy team and play your part in enabling sustainable and ambitious growth. This is an exciting opportunity to take our Trust programme to the next level. You will lead on further developing this key income stream, building relationships with existing funders and identifying and pursuing new funding opportunities. If you are a relational person with excellent communication skills, are driven and looking for a role where you can really make a difference in the lives of young people, you could be the right person for this role. The important stuff Salary : from £40,000 Contract: Full-Time or Part-Time considered, Permanent Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm with occasional evening work for events such as our Spear Celebrations Location : Hammersmith, London Closing date : Tuesday 28th October (We interview on a rolling basis and might close the application early if we find the right candidate) Interviews: First interviews will be held online on Wednesday 5th November. Final in-person interviews will be held on Wednesday 12th November Application pack : Have a look at our application pack for more information about the role and Resurgo Benefits 28 days annual leave (including Christmas Gift Days) plus bank holidays Excellent benefits including Health Insurance, access to Cycle to Work scheme, and enhanced parental leave, dependants leave, and sick leave policies with income protection Excellent personal development and training opportunities, including our iLM-accredited 5-day Coaching for Leadership programme (worth £3,000) Regular staff prayer meetings, conferences and retreats (one residential) Person Specification A practising Christian who is passionate about personally representing the Christian values of Resurgo and committed to Resurgo s mission to inspire and equip organisations to bring about ambitious and sustainable social change. Excellent relationship building and proposal writing skills. Experience in Trust fundraising or an equivalent field is desirable but not essential. Excellent people skills, able to relate well to colleagues of all seniority levels as well as external stakeholders. Well organised and efficient; calm under pressure; able to juggle competing deadlines and priorities, splitting time across multiple projects. Confident with numbers and interpreting project budgets. Some knowledge of Trust fundraising is desirable. A desire to grow and develop, able to receive and give feedback confidently as well as share their ideas with the team. Key Responsibilities Relationship Management Provide tailored, high-quality stewardship to a range of large and medium-sized Trusts & Foundations. Identify and pursue new funding opportunities and build relationships with new Trusts and Foundations to further grow this income stream. Prioritise research to constantly develop future pipeline. Work with Head of Philanthropy and other senior stakeholders in engaging potential funders and managing strategic Trusts partners. Write applications and reports Develop compelling funding applications for Trusts and occasionally statutory funders, articulating Resurgo's vision and strategy to persuasively engage new donors with a focus on raising five and six-figure grants. Stay ahead of sector trends, media, and political context to market Resurgo's interventions in a compelling way. Develop general communications on the work of Resurgo to inspire and update our Trust audience. Produce reports and updates on the impact of our work for funders in a timely manner. Data Management and Monitoring Update our internal database (Salesforce) with all donor interactions, donations and other details in a timely and efficient manner and with strong attention to detail, and analyse data to give insights' and drive future activity. Manage the Trusts & Foundations pipeline and report on income and other KPIs, and ensure Trusts & Foundations team meets monthly targets and deadlines. Line Management Actively manage and develop the Trusts & Foundations Executive to help them grow personally and in their role. Please feel free to let us know if you may require any reasonable adjustments to participate fully in our recruitment process.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Our Mission Resurgo s mission is to inspire and equip organisations to bring about ambitious and sustainable social change. We use our expertise in coaching and impact management to equip and empower businesses, churches, and individuals. About the Team The Philanthropy team is a close-knit team of seven who work with High Net-Worth individuals, Trusts and Foundations, and Individual donors, raising over 60% of Resurgo s income (currently around £2.2million). They each play a key role in building and stewarding partnerships to secure income that will sustain the Spear Programme. They work individually as well as collaboratively, to ambitiously reach their target and have fun whilst doing it! Who You Are Do you have a flair for crafting compelling narratives that inspire action and unlock vital funding? Join our successful and vibrant Philanthropy team and play your part in enabling sustainable and ambitious growth. This is an exciting opportunity to take our Trust programme to the next level. You will lead on further developing this key income stream, building relationships with existing funders and identifying and pursuing new funding opportunities. If you are a relational person with excellent communication skills, are driven and looking for a role where you can really make a difference in the lives of young people, you could be the right person for this role. The important stuff Salary : from £40,000 Contract: Full-Time or Part-Time considered, Permanent Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm with occasional evening work for events such as our Spear Celebrations Location : Hammersmith, London Closing date : Tuesday 28th October (We interview on a rolling basis and might close the application early if we find the right candidate) Interviews: First interviews will be held online on Wednesday 5th November. Final in-person interviews will be held on Wednesday 12th November Application pack : Have a look at our application pack for more information about the role and Resurgo Benefits 28 days annual leave (including Christmas Gift Days) plus bank holidays Excellent benefits including Health Insurance, access to Cycle to Work scheme, and enhanced parental leave, dependants leave, and sick leave policies with income protection Excellent personal development and training opportunities, including our iLM-accredited 5-day Coaching for Leadership programme (worth £3,000) Regular staff prayer meetings, conferences and retreats (one residential) Person Specification A practising Christian who is passionate about personally representing the Christian values of Resurgo and committed to Resurgo s mission to inspire and equip organisations to bring about ambitious and sustainable social change. Excellent relationship building and proposal writing skills. Experience in Trust fundraising or an equivalent field is desirable but not essential. Excellent people skills, able to relate well to colleagues of all seniority levels as well as external stakeholders. Well organised and efficient; calm under pressure; able to juggle competing deadlines and priorities, splitting time across multiple projects. Confident with numbers and interpreting project budgets. Some knowledge of Trust fundraising is desirable. A desire to grow and develop, able to receive and give feedback confidently as well as share their ideas with the team. Key Responsibilities Relationship Management Provide tailored, high-quality stewardship to a range of large and medium-sized Trusts & Foundations. Identify and pursue new funding opportunities and build relationships with new Trusts and Foundations to further grow this income stream. Prioritise research to constantly develop future pipeline. Work with Head of Philanthropy and other senior stakeholders in engaging potential funders and managing strategic Trusts partners. Write applications and reports Develop compelling funding applications for Trusts and occasionally statutory funders, articulating Resurgo's vision and strategy to persuasively engage new donors with a focus on raising five and six-figure grants. Stay ahead of sector trends, media, and political context to market Resurgo's interventions in a compelling way. Develop general communications on the work of Resurgo to inspire and update our Trust audience. Produce reports and updates on the impact of our work for funders in a timely manner. Data Management and Monitoring Update our internal database (Salesforce) with all donor interactions, donations and other details in a timely and efficient manner and with strong attention to detail, and analyse data to give insights' and drive future activity. Manage the Trusts & Foundations pipeline and report on income and other KPIs, and ensure Trusts & Foundations team meets monthly targets and deadlines. Line Management Actively manage and develop the Trusts & Foundations Executive to help them grow personally and in their role. Please feel free to let us know if you may require any reasonable adjustments to participate fully in our recruitment process.
About Twins Trust Twins Trust is at the heart of the multiples community, supporting families with twins or triplets, influencing the healthcare system and campaigning on behalf of our community. Multiple birth families face unique challenges and we re there for them, every step of the way. With over 40 years experience, we tailor our services to our families needs. Twins Trust has over 15,000 members who access our amazing community, information and courses and exclusive discounts. Fundraising Officer This is an exciting opportunity to join an ambitious and talented fundraising team We are looking for an experienced Fundraising Officer to join our small and friendly fundraising team. You will support the High Value Partnerships Manager and Community & Events Fundraising Manager, both of which are already well-established income streams with lots of great potential. It s a great opportunity to work across varied income streams including Corporate, Trusts & Grants, Community, Fundraising Events and Individual/Regular Giving. Contract: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week (negotiable for the right candidate) Flexibility: We are a flexible employer and most of our staff are juggling things (including caring for multiples!) We are great at making jobs work around life. Salary: £24,000 - £27,000 Reports to: High Value Partnerships Manager Work location: Hybrid/remote. Office space in London Bridge, although entirely remote option is fine. Travel to partner meetings/events will also be required. Closing date: Midnight 5th November 2025 Interview dates: Interviews will be virtual and take place in October/November on a rolling basis Purpose of the role Reporting to the High Value Partnerships Manager you will provide support across our two priority Fundraising streams Community Fundraising (Community, Events and Individual/Regular Giving) and High Value Partnerships (Trusts, Grants, Corporate and Sponsorship). Conducting prospect research (Corporate and Trusts/Grants) creating a pipeline of targeted opportunities, and submitting applications for lower level funding Providing excellent relationship management to those in our community who fundraise for us, whether that s as a Regular Giver or Marathon runner Providing support to the Manager planning Fundraising Events, recruiting participants, attending and cheering on our fundraisers and thanking our supporters Accountable for delivering our annual raffle and ongoing Lottery programme Support the wider Development team with admin relating to Fundraising Ideal candidate The ideal candidate will have experience either in supporting the delivery of High Value partnerships or Community Fundraising. They will be able to demonstrate how they have researched partnerships and/or submitted funding applications, providing excellent stewardship and creating meaningful partnerships that lead to long term support for the charity. Person specification Essential Experience of donor stewardship Excellent relationship building skills Ability to research and find vision aligned funders Ability to project manage the delivery of partnerships and/or events Excellent writing, communication skills and attention to detail Able to collaborate with a team of various disciplines or work independently as required Ability to multi-task and manage several different priorities at once Enthusiasm for the issues we work on Desirable Working understanding of admin processes relating to fundraising An understanding of GDPR in relation to fundraising Experience working in a CRM (Microsoft Dynamics experience a plus)
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
About Twins Trust Twins Trust is at the heart of the multiples community, supporting families with twins or triplets, influencing the healthcare system and campaigning on behalf of our community. Multiple birth families face unique challenges and we re there for them, every step of the way. With over 40 years experience, we tailor our services to our families needs. Twins Trust has over 15,000 members who access our amazing community, information and courses and exclusive discounts. Fundraising Officer This is an exciting opportunity to join an ambitious and talented fundraising team We are looking for an experienced Fundraising Officer to join our small and friendly fundraising team. You will support the High Value Partnerships Manager and Community & Events Fundraising Manager, both of which are already well-established income streams with lots of great potential. It s a great opportunity to work across varied income streams including Corporate, Trusts & Grants, Community, Fundraising Events and Individual/Regular Giving. Contract: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week (negotiable for the right candidate) Flexibility: We are a flexible employer and most of our staff are juggling things (including caring for multiples!) We are great at making jobs work around life. Salary: £24,000 - £27,000 Reports to: High Value Partnerships Manager Work location: Hybrid/remote. Office space in London Bridge, although entirely remote option is fine. Travel to partner meetings/events will also be required. Closing date: Midnight 5th November 2025 Interview dates: Interviews will be virtual and take place in October/November on a rolling basis Purpose of the role Reporting to the High Value Partnerships Manager you will provide support across our two priority Fundraising streams Community Fundraising (Community, Events and Individual/Regular Giving) and High Value Partnerships (Trusts, Grants, Corporate and Sponsorship). Conducting prospect research (Corporate and Trusts/Grants) creating a pipeline of targeted opportunities, and submitting applications for lower level funding Providing excellent relationship management to those in our community who fundraise for us, whether that s as a Regular Giver or Marathon runner Providing support to the Manager planning Fundraising Events, recruiting participants, attending and cheering on our fundraisers and thanking our supporters Accountable for delivering our annual raffle and ongoing Lottery programme Support the wider Development team with admin relating to Fundraising Ideal candidate The ideal candidate will have experience either in supporting the delivery of High Value partnerships or Community Fundraising. They will be able to demonstrate how they have researched partnerships and/or submitted funding applications, providing excellent stewardship and creating meaningful partnerships that lead to long term support for the charity. Person specification Essential Experience of donor stewardship Excellent relationship building skills Ability to research and find vision aligned funders Ability to project manage the delivery of partnerships and/or events Excellent writing, communication skills and attention to detail Able to collaborate with a team of various disciplines or work independently as required Ability to multi-task and manage several different priorities at once Enthusiasm for the issues we work on Desirable Working understanding of admin processes relating to fundraising An understanding of GDPR in relation to fundraising Experience working in a CRM (Microsoft Dynamics experience a plus)
British Heart Foundation (BHF) is the UK's largest independent funder of cardiovascular research. As a Research Advisor you'll play a pivotal role in bringing our research strategy to life. Through our portfolio of active research projects, we fund some of the most exciting and innovative cardiovascular research and the most talented scientists from PhD students to BHF Professors. You'll play an active role in supporting the work of our research grant committees, by providing scientific input throughout the research grant evaluation and delivery process and taking primary responsibility for supporting the work of the Chairs and Programme Grants Committee. You'll work closely with the Senior Research Advisor, Research Grants Manager and Research Grants Officer during funding cycles and grant applications and awards. Working arrangements Please note this is a fixed term contract covering family leave until the end of May 2026. This is a hybrid role, where your work will be split between your home and at least one day per week, on average, in our London Office. This may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to unlock your best work for our cause. About you With a PhD, or equivalent, degree in bioscience, you'll have knowledge and an understanding of scientific and clinical careers and the work of BHF, specifically in relation to research. With experience of cardiovascular or related research at postdoctoral level as well as research grant evaluation and administration, you'll be able to interpret complex research data and communicate it to lay audiences You'll be a proactive member of the team possessing outstanding attention to detail, analytical and interpersonal skills. With excellent communication, prioritisation, and organisational skills you'll be able to meet multiple deadlines. You'll serve as an ambassador for BHF and its research achievements, promoting BHF and its research funding schemes. This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated person with suitable experience and interests to make an important contribution to the primary mission of one of the world's leading funders of cardiovascular research. About us Our people are at the heart of everything we do. By funding research across six decades, we've helped keep millions of hearts beating and millions of families together. We're investing in ground-breaking research that will get us closer than ever to a world free from the fear of heart and circulatory diseases. We value and respect every individual's unique contribution, celebrate diversity, and make inclusion part of what we do every day. Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy, Igniting Change, along with our internal EDI group, Kaleidoscope, and a growing number of employee network groups (our Affinity Groups), help us create an environment where all our colleagues and volunteers can succeed. Benefits To find out more about benefits available at the BHF please download our benefits document at the bottom of this page. Interview process First stage interviews are planned for 15th October on MS Teams. How to apply It's quick and easy to apply for a role at BHF. Just click on the apply button below. All you'll need is an up to date CV and a supporting statement, outlining your interest in the role and how you meet the role's criteria. As part of our commitment to be an inclusive employer and ensure fairness and consistency in selecting the best candidate for this role, the BHF will use anonymous CV software as part of the application journey.
Oct 05, 2025
Full time
British Heart Foundation (BHF) is the UK's largest independent funder of cardiovascular research. As a Research Advisor you'll play a pivotal role in bringing our research strategy to life. Through our portfolio of active research projects, we fund some of the most exciting and innovative cardiovascular research and the most talented scientists from PhD students to BHF Professors. You'll play an active role in supporting the work of our research grant committees, by providing scientific input throughout the research grant evaluation and delivery process and taking primary responsibility for supporting the work of the Chairs and Programme Grants Committee. You'll work closely with the Senior Research Advisor, Research Grants Manager and Research Grants Officer during funding cycles and grant applications and awards. Working arrangements Please note this is a fixed term contract covering family leave until the end of May 2026. This is a hybrid role, where your work will be split between your home and at least one day per week, on average, in our London Office. This may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to unlock your best work for our cause. About you With a PhD, or equivalent, degree in bioscience, you'll have knowledge and an understanding of scientific and clinical careers and the work of BHF, specifically in relation to research. With experience of cardiovascular or related research at postdoctoral level as well as research grant evaluation and administration, you'll be able to interpret complex research data and communicate it to lay audiences You'll be a proactive member of the team possessing outstanding attention to detail, analytical and interpersonal skills. With excellent communication, prioritisation, and organisational skills you'll be able to meet multiple deadlines. You'll serve as an ambassador for BHF and its research achievements, promoting BHF and its research funding schemes. This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated person with suitable experience and interests to make an important contribution to the primary mission of one of the world's leading funders of cardiovascular research. About us Our people are at the heart of everything we do. By funding research across six decades, we've helped keep millions of hearts beating and millions of families together. We're investing in ground-breaking research that will get us closer than ever to a world free from the fear of heart and circulatory diseases. We value and respect every individual's unique contribution, celebrate diversity, and make inclusion part of what we do every day. Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy, Igniting Change, along with our internal EDI group, Kaleidoscope, and a growing number of employee network groups (our Affinity Groups), help us create an environment where all our colleagues and volunteers can succeed. Benefits To find out more about benefits available at the BHF please download our benefits document at the bottom of this page. Interview process First stage interviews are planned for 15th October on MS Teams. How to apply It's quick and easy to apply for a role at BHF. Just click on the apply button below. All you'll need is an up to date CV and a supporting statement, outlining your interest in the role and how you meet the role's criteria. As part of our commitment to be an inclusive employer and ensure fairness and consistency in selecting the best candidate for this role, the BHF will use anonymous CV software as part of the application journey.
British Heart Foundation (BHF) is the UK's largest independent funder of cardiovascular research. As a Research Advisor you'll play a pivotal role in bringing our research strategy to life. Through our portfolio of active research projects, we fund some of the most exciting and innovative cardiovascular research and the most talented scientists from PhD students to BHF Professors. You'll play an active role in supporting the work of our research grant committees, by providing scientific input throughout the research grant evaluation and delivery process and taking primary responsibility for supporting the work of the Chairs and Programme Grants Committee. You'll work closely with the Senior Research Advisor, Research Grants Manager and Research Grants Officer during funding cycles and grant applications and awards. Working arrangements Please note this is a fixed term contract covering family leave until the end of May 2026. This is a hybrid role, where your work will be split between your home and at least one day per week, on average, in our London Office. This may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to unlock your best work for our cause. About you With a PhD, or equivalent, degree in bioscience, you'll have knowledge and an understanding of scientific and clinical careers and the work of BHF, specifically in relation to research. With experience of cardiovascular or related research at postdoctoral level as well as research grant evaluation and administration, you'll be able to interpret complex research data and communicate it to lay audiences You'll be a proactive member of the team possessing outstanding attention to detail, analytical and interpersonal skills. With excellent communication, prioritisation, and organisational skills you'll be able to meet multiple deadlines. You'll serve as an ambassador for BHF and its research achievements, promoting BHF and its research funding schemes. This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated person with suitable experience and interests to make an important contribution to the primary mission of one of the world's leading funders of cardiovascular research. About us Our people are at the heart of everything we do. By funding research across six decades, we've helped keep millions of hearts beating and millions of families together. We're investing in ground-breaking research that will get us closer than ever to a world free from the fear of heart and circulatory diseases. We value and respect every individual's unique contribution, celebrate diversity, and make inclusion part of what we do every day. Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy, Igniting Change, along with our internal EDI group, Kaleidoscope, and a growing number of employee network groups (our Affinity Groups), help us create an environment where all our colleagues and volunteers can succeed. Benefits To find out more about benefits available at the BHF please download our benefits document at the bottom of this page. Interview process First stage interviews are planned for 15th October on MS Teams. How to apply It's quick and easy to apply for a role at BHF. Just click on the apply button below. All you'll need is an up to date CV and a supporting statement, outlining your interest in the role and how you meet the role's criteria. As part of our commitment to be an inclusive employer and ensure fairness and consistency in selecting the best candidate for this role, the BHF will use anonymous CV software as part of the application journey.
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
British Heart Foundation (BHF) is the UK's largest independent funder of cardiovascular research. As a Research Advisor you'll play a pivotal role in bringing our research strategy to life. Through our portfolio of active research projects, we fund some of the most exciting and innovative cardiovascular research and the most talented scientists from PhD students to BHF Professors. You'll play an active role in supporting the work of our research grant committees, by providing scientific input throughout the research grant evaluation and delivery process and taking primary responsibility for supporting the work of the Chairs and Programme Grants Committee. You'll work closely with the Senior Research Advisor, Research Grants Manager and Research Grants Officer during funding cycles and grant applications and awards. Working arrangements Please note this is a fixed term contract covering family leave until the end of May 2026. This is a hybrid role, where your work will be split between your home and at least one day per week, on average, in our London Office. This may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to unlock your best work for our cause. About you With a PhD, or equivalent, degree in bioscience, you'll have knowledge and an understanding of scientific and clinical careers and the work of BHF, specifically in relation to research. With experience of cardiovascular or related research at postdoctoral level as well as research grant evaluation and administration, you'll be able to interpret complex research data and communicate it to lay audiences You'll be a proactive member of the team possessing outstanding attention to detail, analytical and interpersonal skills. With excellent communication, prioritisation, and organisational skills you'll be able to meet multiple deadlines. You'll serve as an ambassador for BHF and its research achievements, promoting BHF and its research funding schemes. This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated person with suitable experience and interests to make an important contribution to the primary mission of one of the world's leading funders of cardiovascular research. About us Our people are at the heart of everything we do. By funding research across six decades, we've helped keep millions of hearts beating and millions of families together. We're investing in ground-breaking research that will get us closer than ever to a world free from the fear of heart and circulatory diseases. We value and respect every individual's unique contribution, celebrate diversity, and make inclusion part of what we do every day. Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy, Igniting Change, along with our internal EDI group, Kaleidoscope, and a growing number of employee network groups (our Affinity Groups), help us create an environment where all our colleagues and volunteers can succeed. Benefits To find out more about benefits available at the BHF please download our benefits document at the bottom of this page. Interview process First stage interviews are planned for 15th October on MS Teams. How to apply It's quick and easy to apply for a role at BHF. Just click on the apply button below. All you'll need is an up to date CV and a supporting statement, outlining your interest in the role and how you meet the role's criteria. As part of our commitment to be an inclusive employer and ensure fairness and consistency in selecting the best candidate for this role, the BHF will use anonymous CV software as part of the application journey.
Hubbub is looking for a motivated fundraiser join a thriving development team at an exciting and pivotal moment in our charity s growth. With significant expansion in our Trusts & Foundations income over the past 18 months, we are now poised to build on this success and strengthen our philanthropic partnerships. As Development Manager you will have the opportunity to shape the future of our Trusts & Foundations programme by cultivating new relationships and securing substantial funding from trusts, foundations, and statutory bodies. In addition, you will also play a key role in advancing our income generation from businesses and contribute to the development of our events and funder communications. This is your chance to leverage your creativity, passion, and expertise to forge impactful partnerships that drive meaningful environmental change on a large scale! Your role will include: Securing funding for diverse aspects of our work against Hubbub s annual fundraising target, from core costs to specific roles, to scaling successful projects. Contributing to the growth of the Trusts fundraising pipeline, nurturing new relationships with both solicited and unsolicited prospects, and supporting colleagues to do the same. Working closely with Project Leads and Directors to deliver engaging and persuasive trusts and statutory proposals that expertly match funding criteria to Hubbub s projects and priorities. Identifying external networking opportunities for yourself and the wider team to increase our visibility amongst potential funders and build new relationships. Undertaking regular prospect research to identify new Trusts that align with Hubbub s strategy, focus areas and projects Strengthening existing Trusts relationships by showcasing our impact through timely reporting, and delivering donor stewardship to high standards. Updating our funder database (Pipedrive), with relevant funder information in a timely manner. Keeping up with environmental and philanthropic developments and trends so you can join the dots between the urgent environmental challenges that we face, the sustainability ambitions of funders and our own strategic objectives. You will also be expected to join in-person funder meetings whenever required, likely in and around London. You will also support: The wider team to secure income from businesses. This will involve developing introduction decks, employee engagement offerings, client proposals and more. Hubbub events by contributing to ideas, compiling invitee lists, and drafting invitations. A variety of other activities that will support our income generation when required. Who you are You re motivated and ambitious, with a tenacity to work towards targets. You will likely have contributed to and secured 5-6 figure grants from Trusts and statutory bodies. You re open to taking risks and learning from failure. You re an excellent bid writer and enjoy converting complex projects into winning proposals with funders motivations and criteria in mind. Your relationship building skills are top-notch, both virtual and IRL. You re confident developing new funder relationships from scratch, whilst nurturing existing ones. You enjoy getting away from your desk and finding opportunities to network. You have a deep understanding of how trusts and foundations work and are open to sharing your knowledge with colleagues. You re collaborative and able to work across all levels of an organisation, managing up and down when needed, to produce high quality bids on time and on budget. You ll enjoy researching and prioritising new Trusts funders to approach. It would be a bonus if you have experience fundraising from businesses and/or high net worth individuals, plus utilising a CRM system to not just track deals but identify useful insights. Regardless of your experience, alignment with Hubbub's values is essential. Hubbub s success and distinctiveness rests on the quality of our people. At every stage of their career, a Hubbuber is: Intellectually and politically curious and engaged. Proud of the work they do. Upbeat, motivated by challenges, and tenacious in solving them. Creative, innovative and playful. Team players, sharing success and solving issues and challenges collaboratively. Organised, dedicated and conscientious, with fantastic attention to detail. Flexible, willing and able to respond to constant change and challenge. Committed to communicating in a way that is compelling, clear, accurate and accessible. If your experience looks a little different from what we ve identified, and you think you can bring value to the role, we d love to learn more about you!
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Hubbub is looking for a motivated fundraiser join a thriving development team at an exciting and pivotal moment in our charity s growth. With significant expansion in our Trusts & Foundations income over the past 18 months, we are now poised to build on this success and strengthen our philanthropic partnerships. As Development Manager you will have the opportunity to shape the future of our Trusts & Foundations programme by cultivating new relationships and securing substantial funding from trusts, foundations, and statutory bodies. In addition, you will also play a key role in advancing our income generation from businesses and contribute to the development of our events and funder communications. This is your chance to leverage your creativity, passion, and expertise to forge impactful partnerships that drive meaningful environmental change on a large scale! Your role will include: Securing funding for diverse aspects of our work against Hubbub s annual fundraising target, from core costs to specific roles, to scaling successful projects. Contributing to the growth of the Trusts fundraising pipeline, nurturing new relationships with both solicited and unsolicited prospects, and supporting colleagues to do the same. Working closely with Project Leads and Directors to deliver engaging and persuasive trusts and statutory proposals that expertly match funding criteria to Hubbub s projects and priorities. Identifying external networking opportunities for yourself and the wider team to increase our visibility amongst potential funders and build new relationships. Undertaking regular prospect research to identify new Trusts that align with Hubbub s strategy, focus areas and projects Strengthening existing Trusts relationships by showcasing our impact through timely reporting, and delivering donor stewardship to high standards. Updating our funder database (Pipedrive), with relevant funder information in a timely manner. Keeping up with environmental and philanthropic developments and trends so you can join the dots between the urgent environmental challenges that we face, the sustainability ambitions of funders and our own strategic objectives. You will also be expected to join in-person funder meetings whenever required, likely in and around London. You will also support: The wider team to secure income from businesses. This will involve developing introduction decks, employee engagement offerings, client proposals and more. Hubbub events by contributing to ideas, compiling invitee lists, and drafting invitations. A variety of other activities that will support our income generation when required. Who you are You re motivated and ambitious, with a tenacity to work towards targets. You will likely have contributed to and secured 5-6 figure grants from Trusts and statutory bodies. You re open to taking risks and learning from failure. You re an excellent bid writer and enjoy converting complex projects into winning proposals with funders motivations and criteria in mind. Your relationship building skills are top-notch, both virtual and IRL. You re confident developing new funder relationships from scratch, whilst nurturing existing ones. You enjoy getting away from your desk and finding opportunities to network. You have a deep understanding of how trusts and foundations work and are open to sharing your knowledge with colleagues. You re collaborative and able to work across all levels of an organisation, managing up and down when needed, to produce high quality bids on time and on budget. You ll enjoy researching and prioritising new Trusts funders to approach. It would be a bonus if you have experience fundraising from businesses and/or high net worth individuals, plus utilising a CRM system to not just track deals but identify useful insights. Regardless of your experience, alignment with Hubbub's values is essential. Hubbub s success and distinctiveness rests on the quality of our people. At every stage of their career, a Hubbuber is: Intellectually and politically curious and engaged. Proud of the work they do. Upbeat, motivated by challenges, and tenacious in solving them. Creative, innovative and playful. Team players, sharing success and solving issues and challenges collaboratively. Organised, dedicated and conscientious, with fantastic attention to detail. Flexible, willing and able to respond to constant change and challenge. Committed to communicating in a way that is compelling, clear, accurate and accessible. If your experience looks a little different from what we ve identified, and you think you can bring value to the role, we d love to learn more about you!
British Heart Foundation (BHF) is the UK's largest independent funder of cardiovascular research. As a Research Advisor you'll play a pivotal role in bringing our research strategy to life. Through our portfolio of active research projects, we fund some of the most exciting and innovative cardiovascular research and the most talented scientists from PhD students to BHF Professors. You'll play an active role in supporting the work of our research grant committees, by providing scientific input throughout the research grant evaluation and delivery process and taking primary responsibility for supporting the work of the Chairs and Programme Grants Committee. You'll work closely with the Senior Research Advisor, Research Grants Manager and Research Grants Officer during funding cycles and grant applications and awards. Working arrangements Please note this is a fixed term contract covering family leave until the end of May 2026. This is a hybrid role, where your work will be split between your home and at least one day per week, on average, in our London Office. This may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to unlock your best work for our cause. About you With a PhD, or equivalent, degree in bioscience, you'll have knowledge and an understanding of scientific and clinical careers and the work of BHF, specifically in relation to research. With experience of cardiovascular or related research at postdoctoral level as well as research grant evaluation and administration, you'll be able to interpret complex research data and communicate it to lay audiences You'll be a proactive member of the team possessing outstanding attention to detail, analytical and interpersonal skills. With excellent communication, prioritisation, and organisational skills you'll be able to meet multiple deadlines. You'll serve as an ambassador for BHF and its research achievements, promoting BHF and its research funding schemes. This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated person with suitable experience and interests to make an important contribution to the primary mission of one of the world's leading funders of cardiovascular research. About us Our people are at the heart of everything we do. By funding research across six decades, we've helped keep millions of hearts beating and millions of families together. We're investing in ground-breaking research that will get us closer than ever to a world free from the fear of heart and circulatory diseases. We value and respect every individual's unique contribution, celebrate diversity, and make inclusion part of what we do every day. Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy, Igniting Change, along with our internal EDI group, Kaleidoscope, and a growing number of employee network groups (our Affinity Groups), help us create an environment where all our colleagues and volunteers can succeed. Benefits To find out more about benefits available at the BHF please download our benefits document at the bottom of this page. Interview process First stage interviews are planned for 15th October on MS Teams. How to apply It's quick and easy to apply for a role at BHF. Just click on the apply button below. All you'll need is an up to date CV and a supporting statement, outlining your interest in the role and how you meet the role's criteria. As part of our commitment to be an inclusive employer and ensure fairness and consistency in selecting the best candidate for this role, the BHF will use anonymous CV software as part of the application journey.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
British Heart Foundation (BHF) is the UK's largest independent funder of cardiovascular research. As a Research Advisor you'll play a pivotal role in bringing our research strategy to life. Through our portfolio of active research projects, we fund some of the most exciting and innovative cardiovascular research and the most talented scientists from PhD students to BHF Professors. You'll play an active role in supporting the work of our research grant committees, by providing scientific input throughout the research grant evaluation and delivery process and taking primary responsibility for supporting the work of the Chairs and Programme Grants Committee. You'll work closely with the Senior Research Advisor, Research Grants Manager and Research Grants Officer during funding cycles and grant applications and awards. Working arrangements Please note this is a fixed term contract covering family leave until the end of May 2026. This is a hybrid role, where your work will be split between your home and at least one day per week, on average, in our London Office. This may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to unlock your best work for our cause. About you With a PhD, or equivalent, degree in bioscience, you'll have knowledge and an understanding of scientific and clinical careers and the work of BHF, specifically in relation to research. With experience of cardiovascular or related research at postdoctoral level as well as research grant evaluation and administration, you'll be able to interpret complex research data and communicate it to lay audiences You'll be a proactive member of the team possessing outstanding attention to detail, analytical and interpersonal skills. With excellent communication, prioritisation, and organisational skills you'll be able to meet multiple deadlines. You'll serve as an ambassador for BHF and its research achievements, promoting BHF and its research funding schemes. This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated person with suitable experience and interests to make an important contribution to the primary mission of one of the world's leading funders of cardiovascular research. About us Our people are at the heart of everything we do. By funding research across six decades, we've helped keep millions of hearts beating and millions of families together. We're investing in ground-breaking research that will get us closer than ever to a world free from the fear of heart and circulatory diseases. We value and respect every individual's unique contribution, celebrate diversity, and make inclusion part of what we do every day. Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy, Igniting Change, along with our internal EDI group, Kaleidoscope, and a growing number of employee network groups (our Affinity Groups), help us create an environment where all our colleagues and volunteers can succeed. Benefits To find out more about benefits available at the BHF please download our benefits document at the bottom of this page. Interview process First stage interviews are planned for 15th October on MS Teams. How to apply It's quick and easy to apply for a role at BHF. Just click on the apply button below. All you'll need is an up to date CV and a supporting statement, outlining your interest in the role and how you meet the role's criteria. As part of our commitment to be an inclusive employer and ensure fairness and consistency in selecting the best candidate for this role, the BHF will use anonymous CV software as part of the application journey.
British Heart Foundation (BHF) is the UK's largest independent funder of cardiovascular research. As a Research Advisor you'll play a pivotal role in bringing our research strategy to life. Through our portfolio of active research projects, we fund some of the most exciting and innovative cardiovascular research and the most talented scientists from PhD students to BHF Professors. You'll play an active role in supporting the work of our research grant committees, by providing scientific input throughout the research grant evaluation and delivery process and taking primary responsibility for supporting the work of the Chairs and Programme Grants Committee. You'll work closely with the Senior Research Advisor, Research Grants Manager and Research Grants Officer during funding cycles and grant applications and awards. Working arrangements Please note this is a fixed term contract covering family leave until the end of May 2026. This is a hybrid role, where your work will be split between your home and at least one day per week, on average, in our London Office. This may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to unlock your best work for our cause. About you With a PhD, or equivalent, degree in bioscience, you'll have knowledge and an understanding of scientific and clinical careers and the work of BHF, specifically in relation to research. With experience of cardiovascular or related research at postdoctoral level as well as research grant evaluation and administration, you'll be able to interpret complex research data and communicate it to lay audiences You'll be a proactive member of the team possessing outstanding attention to detail, analytical and interpersonal skills. With excellent communication, prioritisation, and organisational skills you'll be able to meet multiple deadlines. You'll serve as an ambassador for BHF and its research achievements, promoting BHF and its research funding schemes. This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated person with suitable experience and interests to make an important contribution to the primary mission of one of the world's leading funders of cardiovascular research. About us Our people are at the heart of everything we do. By funding research across six decades, we've helped keep millions of hearts beating and millions of families together. We're investing in ground-breaking research that will get us closer than ever to a world free from the fear of heart and circulatory diseases. We value and respect every individual's unique contribution, celebrate diversity, and make inclusion part of what we do every day. Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy, Igniting Change, along with our internal EDI group, Kaleidoscope, and a growing number of employee network groups (our Affinity Groups), help us create an environment where all our colleagues and volunteers can succeed. Benefits To find out more about benefits available at the BHF please download our benefits document at the bottom of this page. Interview process First stage interviews are planned for 15th October on MS Teams. How to apply It's quick and easy to apply for a role at BHF. Just click on the apply button below. All you'll need is an up to date CV and a supporting statement, outlining your interest in the role and how you meet the role's criteria. As part of our commitment to be an inclusive employer and ensure fairness and consistency in selecting the best candidate for this role, the BHF will use anonymous CV software as part of the application journey.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
British Heart Foundation (BHF) is the UK's largest independent funder of cardiovascular research. As a Research Advisor you'll play a pivotal role in bringing our research strategy to life. Through our portfolio of active research projects, we fund some of the most exciting and innovative cardiovascular research and the most talented scientists from PhD students to BHF Professors. You'll play an active role in supporting the work of our research grant committees, by providing scientific input throughout the research grant evaluation and delivery process and taking primary responsibility for supporting the work of the Chairs and Programme Grants Committee. You'll work closely with the Senior Research Advisor, Research Grants Manager and Research Grants Officer during funding cycles and grant applications and awards. Working arrangements Please note this is a fixed term contract covering family leave until the end of May 2026. This is a hybrid role, where your work will be split between your home and at least one day per week, on average, in our London Office. This may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to unlock your best work for our cause. About you With a PhD, or equivalent, degree in bioscience, you'll have knowledge and an understanding of scientific and clinical careers and the work of BHF, specifically in relation to research. With experience of cardiovascular or related research at postdoctoral level as well as research grant evaluation and administration, you'll be able to interpret complex research data and communicate it to lay audiences You'll be a proactive member of the team possessing outstanding attention to detail, analytical and interpersonal skills. With excellent communication, prioritisation, and organisational skills you'll be able to meet multiple deadlines. You'll serve as an ambassador for BHF and its research achievements, promoting BHF and its research funding schemes. This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated person with suitable experience and interests to make an important contribution to the primary mission of one of the world's leading funders of cardiovascular research. About us Our people are at the heart of everything we do. By funding research across six decades, we've helped keep millions of hearts beating and millions of families together. We're investing in ground-breaking research that will get us closer than ever to a world free from the fear of heart and circulatory diseases. We value and respect every individual's unique contribution, celebrate diversity, and make inclusion part of what we do every day. Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy, Igniting Change, along with our internal EDI group, Kaleidoscope, and a growing number of employee network groups (our Affinity Groups), help us create an environment where all our colleagues and volunteers can succeed. Benefits To find out more about benefits available at the BHF please download our benefits document at the bottom of this page. Interview process First stage interviews are planned for 15th October on MS Teams. How to apply It's quick and easy to apply for a role at BHF. Just click on the apply button below. All you'll need is an up to date CV and a supporting statement, outlining your interest in the role and how you meet the role's criteria. As part of our commitment to be an inclusive employer and ensure fairness and consistency in selecting the best candidate for this role, the BHF will use anonymous CV software as part of the application journey.
R&D Tax, Patent Box, Grants Your new company Hays are working with a local advisory firm and are seeking a highly experienced and driven Senior Manager to join their R&D Tax team, with a specialist focus on the UK&ROI Patent Box regime and innovation-related grants. This role is ideal for a tax professional with a strong technical background in R&D incentives, who can lead client engagements, manage complex claims, and provide strategic advice on innovation funding. Your new role Key Responsibilities: Client Advisory & Project Management Lead and manage a portfolio of clients across sectors, advising on R&D tax relief, Patent Box claims, and innovation grants. Deliver high-quality technical advice on the application of the UK Patent Box regime, including IP identification, nexus fraction calculations, and relevant tax computations. Identify and secure innovation grants (e.g., Innovate UK, Horizon Europe), supporting clients through the full lifecycle from application to reporting. Technical Expertise Interpret and apply relevant legislation, HMRC guidance, and case law related to R&D tax relief and Patent Box. Stay abreast of changes in tax law, IP regimes, and funding opportunities to ensure clients receive up-to-date advice. Team Leadership & Development Mentor and develop junior team members, providing technical training and performance feedback. Support the leadership team in developing service offerings and go-to-market strategies. Business Development Identify new business opportunities and contribute to proposals, pitches, and client presentations. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, industry bodies, and funding agencies. What you'll need to succeed Key Requirements: Qualifications: ACA/CTA qualified (or equivalent); additional qualifications in IP law or innovation funding are advantageous. Experience: Minimum 5 years' experience in R&D tax advisory, with at least 2 years specialising in Patent Box and/or innovation grants. Proven track record of managing complex claims and delivering measurable value to clients. Skills: Strong technical knowledge of UK R&D tax relief and Patent Box legislation. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax and IP concepts to non-specialists. Commercial acumen and client-focused mindset. Strong project management and leadership capabilities. Desirable: Experience working with technology, life sciences, or manufacturing clients. Familiarity with international innovation incentives and IP regimes. Network of contacts within funding bodies or innovation ecosystems. What you'll get in return Highly competitive salary and bonus PDP Pension What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
R&D Tax, Patent Box, Grants Your new company Hays are working with a local advisory firm and are seeking a highly experienced and driven Senior Manager to join their R&D Tax team, with a specialist focus on the UK&ROI Patent Box regime and innovation-related grants. This role is ideal for a tax professional with a strong technical background in R&D incentives, who can lead client engagements, manage complex claims, and provide strategic advice on innovation funding. Your new role Key Responsibilities: Client Advisory & Project Management Lead and manage a portfolio of clients across sectors, advising on R&D tax relief, Patent Box claims, and innovation grants. Deliver high-quality technical advice on the application of the UK Patent Box regime, including IP identification, nexus fraction calculations, and relevant tax computations. Identify and secure innovation grants (e.g., Innovate UK, Horizon Europe), supporting clients through the full lifecycle from application to reporting. Technical Expertise Interpret and apply relevant legislation, HMRC guidance, and case law related to R&D tax relief and Patent Box. Stay abreast of changes in tax law, IP regimes, and funding opportunities to ensure clients receive up-to-date advice. Team Leadership & Development Mentor and develop junior team members, providing technical training and performance feedback. Support the leadership team in developing service offerings and go-to-market strategies. Business Development Identify new business opportunities and contribute to proposals, pitches, and client presentations. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, industry bodies, and funding agencies. What you'll need to succeed Key Requirements: Qualifications: ACA/CTA qualified (or equivalent); additional qualifications in IP law or innovation funding are advantageous. Experience: Minimum 5 years' experience in R&D tax advisory, with at least 2 years specialising in Patent Box and/or innovation grants. Proven track record of managing complex claims and delivering measurable value to clients. Skills: Strong technical knowledge of UK R&D tax relief and Patent Box legislation. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax and IP concepts to non-specialists. Commercial acumen and client-focused mindset. Strong project management and leadership capabilities. Desirable: Experience working with technology, life sciences, or manufacturing clients. Familiarity with international innovation incentives and IP regimes. Network of contacts within funding bodies or innovation ecosystems. What you'll get in return Highly competitive salary and bonus PDP Pension What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Role Description: Prospect Research & Lead Generation Conduct comprehensive desk-based research to identify new grant, trust, and foundation funding opportunities. Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of prospective funders aligned with strategic priorities. Assess and prioritise prospects based on fit, likelihood, and potential value. Bid Writing & Income Generation Lead the development and submission of high-quality funding applications to trusts, foundations, and grant-making bodies. Collaborate with internal teams to gather information and project details for compelling proposals. Monitor deadlines and proactively plan submissions to maximise success rates. Grant Management & Impact Reporting Manage a portfolio of secured grants, ensuring compliance with funding requirements. Develop and deliver timely, accurate reports that demonstrate project impact, notably contributing and leading on the Annual Impact Report Track and deliver funder required reports for each grant received. Maintain strong funder relationships through regular updates, meetings, and stewardship. Systems Development & Departmental Support Create and implement systems to track funding applications, deadlines, income targets, and reporting requirements. Develop tools to assess and prioritise new funding opportunities. Contribute to building a collaborative fundraising and communications function. Ensure compliance with legislative/regulatory requirements and best fundraising practice. Provide regular financial, KPI, and impact reports. General/Administrative Be a champion for Bristol Charities, representing the vision, values and purpose of the charity at external networking and professional events, as and when required. Support and attend staff meetings, staff away days and events as requested. Work always in accordance with all policies and procedures of Bristol Charities including social media, Equal Opportunities and Confidentiality Policies. Undertake any other duties as reasonably required by the line manager that are commensurate with the level of the post. Comply with the data protection regulations Reporting to: Director of Fundraising & Communications Based: The Vassall Centre, Bristol, BS16 2QQ (Hybrid working considered) Salary: c.£40,000 FTE, negotiable for the right candidate, pro rata Term: Permanent Hours: 28 hours per week (full-time 35 hours - may be considered for the right candidate). Flexible, family-friendly employer. (working hours/days can be flexible and may include occasional evenings and weekends) Annual Leave: 29 days plus Bank Holidays (pro rata) Person Specification: Knowledge, Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience in fundraising from grants, trusts, and foundations, with a strong track record of success. Excellent research skills with the ability to identify and assess new funding opportunities. Strong written communication skills with the ability to craft persuasive and tailored funding proposals. Experience of managing grant reporting and demonstrating impact to funders. Highly organised with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. Ability to develop and implement systems and processes to support fundraising activity. Collaborative approach with excellent relationship-building skills both internally and externally. Relevant professional qualifications, or qualified by experience. Ability to forecast and manage budgets. Desirable Understanding of the charity sector in Bristol, particularly work relating to social justice, older people, or community-led initiatives. Experience of working in a small or developing fundraising team. Familiarity with fundraising databases or CRM systems. Key Competencies (competencies and behaviours) Ability to meet deadlines and income targets, demonstrating resilience and determination. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, tailored to funders and stakeholders. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to build effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. High degree of confidentiality and professional integrity. Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently. Flexible, reliable attitude with strong team-working skills. Commitment to continuous improvement and best practice in fundraising. Why Join Us? Be part of a charity with over 600 years of impact in Bristol. Play a key role in shaping and growing a new department. Join the Charity at a time of change and growth. Opportunity to make a tangible difference to communities across the city. Supportive, inclusive working environment. Flexible, hybrid working arrangements. Competitive salary. How to apply: Please send your CV, along with a supporting statement (no more than 2 sides of A4) explaining: Your motivation for applying for the role. Your areas of knowledge and expertise and the value you can bring to Bristol Charities. Closing Date: Midnight, Monday 29th September 2025 Interviews: Panel interviews will be held on Thursday 16th and Friday 17th October
Sep 27, 2025
Full time
Role Description: Prospect Research & Lead Generation Conduct comprehensive desk-based research to identify new grant, trust, and foundation funding opportunities. Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of prospective funders aligned with strategic priorities. Assess and prioritise prospects based on fit, likelihood, and potential value. Bid Writing & Income Generation Lead the development and submission of high-quality funding applications to trusts, foundations, and grant-making bodies. Collaborate with internal teams to gather information and project details for compelling proposals. Monitor deadlines and proactively plan submissions to maximise success rates. Grant Management & Impact Reporting Manage a portfolio of secured grants, ensuring compliance with funding requirements. Develop and deliver timely, accurate reports that demonstrate project impact, notably contributing and leading on the Annual Impact Report Track and deliver funder required reports for each grant received. Maintain strong funder relationships through regular updates, meetings, and stewardship. Systems Development & Departmental Support Create and implement systems to track funding applications, deadlines, income targets, and reporting requirements. Develop tools to assess and prioritise new funding opportunities. Contribute to building a collaborative fundraising and communications function. Ensure compliance with legislative/regulatory requirements and best fundraising practice. Provide regular financial, KPI, and impact reports. General/Administrative Be a champion for Bristol Charities, representing the vision, values and purpose of the charity at external networking and professional events, as and when required. Support and attend staff meetings, staff away days and events as requested. Work always in accordance with all policies and procedures of Bristol Charities including social media, Equal Opportunities and Confidentiality Policies. Undertake any other duties as reasonably required by the line manager that are commensurate with the level of the post. Comply with the data protection regulations Reporting to: Director of Fundraising & Communications Based: The Vassall Centre, Bristol, BS16 2QQ (Hybrid working considered) Salary: c.£40,000 FTE, negotiable for the right candidate, pro rata Term: Permanent Hours: 28 hours per week (full-time 35 hours - may be considered for the right candidate). Flexible, family-friendly employer. (working hours/days can be flexible and may include occasional evenings and weekends) Annual Leave: 29 days plus Bank Holidays (pro rata) Person Specification: Knowledge, Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience in fundraising from grants, trusts, and foundations, with a strong track record of success. Excellent research skills with the ability to identify and assess new funding opportunities. Strong written communication skills with the ability to craft persuasive and tailored funding proposals. Experience of managing grant reporting and demonstrating impact to funders. Highly organised with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. Ability to develop and implement systems and processes to support fundraising activity. Collaborative approach with excellent relationship-building skills both internally and externally. Relevant professional qualifications, or qualified by experience. Ability to forecast and manage budgets. Desirable Understanding of the charity sector in Bristol, particularly work relating to social justice, older people, or community-led initiatives. Experience of working in a small or developing fundraising team. Familiarity with fundraising databases or CRM systems. Key Competencies (competencies and behaviours) Ability to meet deadlines and income targets, demonstrating resilience and determination. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, tailored to funders and stakeholders. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to build effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. High degree of confidentiality and professional integrity. Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently. Flexible, reliable attitude with strong team-working skills. Commitment to continuous improvement and best practice in fundraising. Why Join Us? Be part of a charity with over 600 years of impact in Bristol. Play a key role in shaping and growing a new department. Join the Charity at a time of change and growth. Opportunity to make a tangible difference to communities across the city. Supportive, inclusive working environment. Flexible, hybrid working arrangements. Competitive salary. How to apply: Please send your CV, along with a supporting statement (no more than 2 sides of A4) explaining: Your motivation for applying for the role. Your areas of knowledge and expertise and the value you can bring to Bristol Charities. Closing Date: Midnight, Monday 29th September 2025 Interviews: Panel interviews will be held on Thursday 16th and Friday 17th October
