Trusts and Grants Manager We re looking for an experienced and passionate Trusts and Grants Fundraiser to join our High Value Engagement Team to help us in our mission to tackle the devastation of Stroke. Position: CE387 Trusts and 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 £41,300 per annum (inner London weighting £3,950 per annum or outer London weighting £2,275 per annum may be applied in accordance with 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: 15 February 2026 Interview Date: Week commencing 23 February 2026will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application. The Role Reporting to the Head of Trusts and Grants, you ll lead a mixed portfolio of high-value funders with the potential to give £50,000+. Your ultimate goal will be to build six-figure, long-term funding partnerships, ensuring every supporter feels valued, inspired and connected to our work. Key responsibilities include: Driving significant income growth by meeting and exceeding agreed personal and team fundraising targets. Nurturing and developing existing five- and six-figure relationships with trusts and statutory funders. Identifying and cultivating new high value funding opportunities, working collaboratively with senior leaders and specialist colleagues across the organisation to inspire donations. Delivering exceptional stewardship, partnering with internal teams to create high-quality, impactful funding applications and meaningful progress reports that demonstrate impact. Undertaking insightful research into trusts and statutory funders to shape strategic, tailored approaches. About You You ll be an excellent writer, with the ability to take complex information and translate it into compelling, persuasive cases for support. A strong relationship builder, you ll cultivate deep, meaningful partnerships with funders, inspiring long-term commitment and maximising lifetime value through increased and recurring support. This role would suit an ambitious and tenacious trust fundraiser with outstanding stewardship skills and the confidence and drive to secure six-figure gifts that enable lasting change for stroke survivors. To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK. When you click to apply, you will be able to see the full responsibilities and person specification for further information on the role. Please submit your CV, (including details of your current address), and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience. Please state any preferences for flexible options in your covering letter. Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed. Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be notified. Finding strength through support The Stroke Association 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. 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. The charity has a variety of staff network groups and are committed to continuously improving diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we re happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you re able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Jan 30, 2026
Full time
Trusts and Grants Manager We re looking for an experienced and passionate Trusts and Grants Fundraiser to join our High Value Engagement Team to help us in our mission to tackle the devastation of Stroke. Position: CE387 Trusts and 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 £41,300 per annum (inner London weighting £3,950 per annum or outer London weighting £2,275 per annum may be applied in accordance with 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: 15 February 2026 Interview Date: Week commencing 23 February 2026will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application. The Role Reporting to the Head of Trusts and Grants, you ll lead a mixed portfolio of high-value funders with the potential to give £50,000+. Your ultimate goal will be to build six-figure, long-term funding partnerships, ensuring every supporter feels valued, inspired and connected to our work. Key responsibilities include: Driving significant income growth by meeting and exceeding agreed personal and team fundraising targets. Nurturing and developing existing five- and six-figure relationships with trusts and statutory funders. Identifying and cultivating new high value funding opportunities, working collaboratively with senior leaders and specialist colleagues across the organisation to inspire donations. Delivering exceptional stewardship, partnering with internal teams to create high-quality, impactful funding applications and meaningful progress reports that demonstrate impact. Undertaking insightful research into trusts and statutory funders to shape strategic, tailored approaches. About You You ll be an excellent writer, with the ability to take complex information and translate it into compelling, persuasive cases for support. A strong relationship builder, you ll cultivate deep, meaningful partnerships with funders, inspiring long-term commitment and maximising lifetime value through increased and recurring support. This role would suit an ambitious and tenacious trust fundraiser with outstanding stewardship skills and the confidence and drive to secure six-figure gifts that enable lasting change for stroke survivors. To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK. When you click to apply, you will be able to see the full responsibilities and person specification for further information on the role. Please submit your CV, (including details of your current address), and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience. Please state any preferences for flexible options in your covering letter. Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed. Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be notified. Finding strength through support The Stroke Association 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. 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. The charity has a variety of staff network groups and are committed to continuously improving diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we re happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you re able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
We have big ambition, and our organisation strategy reflects this. As Senior Trust Fundraising Manager, your role will focus on securing five- and six-figure gifts from grant-giving trusts and foundations. You will provide exceptional stewardship to those trusts with whom we have existing relationships, whilst researching and cultivating new prospects to maximise income, value, and influence for The Children s Trust. This role will be key in enabling us to strengthen long term financial sustainability, through multi-year funding relationships and to drive restricted and unrestricted income to realise the strategy for 2030. WHEN APPLYING PLEASE INCLUDE A COVERING LETTER This role is not open for sponsorship. Skills and Responsibilities To develop relationships to secure gifts and grants from Corporate Foundations, Trusts and statutory grant makers to achieve income targets. Responsibilities include: Prospect Research: Identify and develop a pipeline of opportunities from grant-giving trusts and foundations. Use internal database, online resources, desk research, and contact mapping to identify new funder opportunities. Review trusts and foundations funding criteria to grow the prospect pipeline. Develop a thorough understanding of our work and future developments to identify new funding opportunities. Submitting grant applications: Create compelling and persuasive funding appeals. Complete grant application forms and follow application processes as required. Work closely with colleagues across the Directorate and the wider charity to articulate our work and build strong funding propositions. Leadership & Relationship Management: Lead and manage the Trusts and Philanthropy Executive by developing skills, conducting appraisals and overseeing ongoing development. Lead & steward a portfolio of existing charitable trusts and foundations, and cultivate new potential donors, ensuring their support is recognised and celebrated. Ensure funders are thanked promptly and that grant terms and conditions are applied. Provide progress reports and manage all formal reporting requirements on time. Build relationships in person, by phone, email, or virtual meetings to secure long-term commitment. Identify opportunities for funders to meet key staff and attend events and site visits that strengthen their relationship with the charity. Implement the High Value Donor Stewardship Plan. Take a proactive role in developing assets such as appeals and cultivation events. Work with colleagues across the charity to monitor and evaluate funded projects, producing reports that demonstrate impact. Administration and Reporting: Manage trust prospects and donors on the CRM database, ensuring records are accurate and compliant with fundraising regulations. Budget management, cost control forecasting and taking corrective action to achieve budgets. Use the CRM database to manage task actions , prioritise and evaluate opportunities, and record funder interactions. Manage and develop a portfolio of high value relationships. Liaise with colleagues to ensure grant applications are coordinated across the organisation. Education & Qualifications: Educated to GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths Educated to degree level or equivalent experience Experience: Significant experience and track record in trust fundraising. Experience of writing compelling proposals and appeals. Proven experience of working as part of a team to deliver ambitious income targets. Experience in undertaking prospect research and creating a pipeline of prospects through to cultivation, ask and stewardship. Experience of securing and managing statutory funding desirable. Demonstrable experience of using fundraising or relationship management databases. Skills & Abilities: Exceptional skills with excellent attention to detail and proof-reading ability Excellent research skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills whether on the phone, virtually, in person or in writing Excellent relationship building skills. Professional, positive, and committed Results focussed with strong analytical skill. Adaptable and flexible, tenacious, and persuasive Financially astute, with the ability to understand project budgets and read the accounts of grant giving trusts.
Jan 29, 2026
Full time
We have big ambition, and our organisation strategy reflects this. As Senior Trust Fundraising Manager, your role will focus on securing five- and six-figure gifts from grant-giving trusts and foundations. You will provide exceptional stewardship to those trusts with whom we have existing relationships, whilst researching and cultivating new prospects to maximise income, value, and influence for The Children s Trust. This role will be key in enabling us to strengthen long term financial sustainability, through multi-year funding relationships and to drive restricted and unrestricted income to realise the strategy for 2030. WHEN APPLYING PLEASE INCLUDE A COVERING LETTER This role is not open for sponsorship. Skills and Responsibilities To develop relationships to secure gifts and grants from Corporate Foundations, Trusts and statutory grant makers to achieve income targets. Responsibilities include: Prospect Research: Identify and develop a pipeline of opportunities from grant-giving trusts and foundations. Use internal database, online resources, desk research, and contact mapping to identify new funder opportunities. Review trusts and foundations funding criteria to grow the prospect pipeline. Develop a thorough understanding of our work and future developments to identify new funding opportunities. Submitting grant applications: Create compelling and persuasive funding appeals. Complete grant application forms and follow application processes as required. Work closely with colleagues across the Directorate and the wider charity to articulate our work and build strong funding propositions. Leadership & Relationship Management: Lead and manage the Trusts and Philanthropy Executive by developing skills, conducting appraisals and overseeing ongoing development. Lead & steward a portfolio of existing charitable trusts and foundations, and cultivate new potential donors, ensuring their support is recognised and celebrated. Ensure funders are thanked promptly and that grant terms and conditions are applied. Provide progress reports and manage all formal reporting requirements on time. Build relationships in person, by phone, email, or virtual meetings to secure long-term commitment. Identify opportunities for funders to meet key staff and attend events and site visits that strengthen their relationship with the charity. Implement the High Value Donor Stewardship Plan. Take a proactive role in developing assets such as appeals and cultivation events. Work with colleagues across the charity to monitor and evaluate funded projects, producing reports that demonstrate impact. Administration and Reporting: Manage trust prospects and donors on the CRM database, ensuring records are accurate and compliant with fundraising regulations. Budget management, cost control forecasting and taking corrective action to achieve budgets. Use the CRM database to manage task actions , prioritise and evaluate opportunities, and record funder interactions. Manage and develop a portfolio of high value relationships. Liaise with colleagues to ensure grant applications are coordinated across the organisation. Education & Qualifications: Educated to GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths Educated to degree level or equivalent experience Experience: Significant experience and track record in trust fundraising. Experience of writing compelling proposals and appeals. Proven experience of working as part of a team to deliver ambitious income targets. Experience in undertaking prospect research and creating a pipeline of prospects through to cultivation, ask and stewardship. Experience of securing and managing statutory funding desirable. Demonstrable experience of using fundraising or relationship management databases. Skills & Abilities: Exceptional skills with excellent attention to detail and proof-reading ability Excellent research skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills whether on the phone, virtually, in person or in writing Excellent relationship building skills. Professional, positive, and committed Results focussed with strong analytical skill. Adaptable and flexible, tenacious, and persuasive Financially astute, with the ability to understand project budgets and read the accounts of grant giving trusts.
Help us make art matter. Firstsite is seeking an experienced and motivated Trusts & Grants Manager to lead our trusts and grants fundraising and secure vital income for our programmes, including Holiday Fun, YAK, exhibitions, learning, and community projects. This is an exciting opportunity to join a creative and purpose-driven team and play a key role in shaping work that has real impact in our communities. About the role As our Trusts & Grants Manager, you will: Develop and deliver a proactive trusts and grants fundraising strategy. Secure funding from trusts, foundations, and statutory bodies, with a target of £120,000 for 2026/27 , contributing to an overall organisational target of £300,000 . Identify and research new prospects, write high-quality funding applications, and produce compelling cases for support. Manage the grants pipeline, deadlines, and reporting requirements. Work collaboratively across the organisation to gather budgets, impact data, and programme information. Build and maintain strong relationships with funders. Uphold best practice in safeguarding when working with young people through programmes such as YAK. You will be the organisation s specialist in trusts and grants, supported by the Head of Philanthropy and working closely with colleagues across Firstsite. About Firstsite Our mission is to ensure art and creativity are valued for their integral role in shaping a happy and healthy society for everyone. We do this by championing creativity as a catalyst for positive change in society, celebrating everyone's imaginations as places to shape a better future and demonstrating the impact of art and galleries at the centre of everyday life. We collaborate with people where, together, we can have the most impact and we share the results of our work with diverse audiences to influence change. We do this in three places: in our award-winning gallery, reflecting our radical region and digitally with audiences around the world. To do this well we have four values that help us do what we do, to the best of our abilities: Creative Inclusive Agile Responsible Who we re looking for Essential Proven experience securing income from trusts, foundations, or statutory funders. Strong research skills and ability to identify new funding opportunities. Excellent written communication and proposal-writing ability. Highly organised, able to manage multiple deadlines and coordinate information. Collaborative, confident working with teams, partners, and stakeholders. Desirable Experience in arts, culture, or charity sectors. Understanding of impact measurement and evaluation. Experience coordinating or supporting volunteers. Key Responsibilities Research new funding opportunities and develop a proactive grants strategy. Draft and submit funding applications and proposals. Maintain an accurate pipeline and deliver timely reports. Work with programme teams to gather budgets, outcomes, and evidence. Ensure funder reporting and compliance requirements are met. Support stewardship of funders and shape Firstsite s case for support. Coordinate fundraising activity with the wider team. Benefits 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata) Contributory pension scheme (conditions apply) Employee Assistance Programme Tailored training and development Staff discount in our café and shop
Jan 27, 2026
Full time
Help us make art matter. Firstsite is seeking an experienced and motivated Trusts & Grants Manager to lead our trusts and grants fundraising and secure vital income for our programmes, including Holiday Fun, YAK, exhibitions, learning, and community projects. This is an exciting opportunity to join a creative and purpose-driven team and play a key role in shaping work that has real impact in our communities. About the role As our Trusts & Grants Manager, you will: Develop and deliver a proactive trusts and grants fundraising strategy. Secure funding from trusts, foundations, and statutory bodies, with a target of £120,000 for 2026/27 , contributing to an overall organisational target of £300,000 . Identify and research new prospects, write high-quality funding applications, and produce compelling cases for support. Manage the grants pipeline, deadlines, and reporting requirements. Work collaboratively across the organisation to gather budgets, impact data, and programme information. Build and maintain strong relationships with funders. Uphold best practice in safeguarding when working with young people through programmes such as YAK. You will be the organisation s specialist in trusts and grants, supported by the Head of Philanthropy and working closely with colleagues across Firstsite. About Firstsite Our mission is to ensure art and creativity are valued for their integral role in shaping a happy and healthy society for everyone. We do this by championing creativity as a catalyst for positive change in society, celebrating everyone's imaginations as places to shape a better future and demonstrating the impact of art and galleries at the centre of everyday life. We collaborate with people where, together, we can have the most impact and we share the results of our work with diverse audiences to influence change. We do this in three places: in our award-winning gallery, reflecting our radical region and digitally with audiences around the world. To do this well we have four values that help us do what we do, to the best of our abilities: Creative Inclusive Agile Responsible Who we re looking for Essential Proven experience securing income from trusts, foundations, or statutory funders. Strong research skills and ability to identify new funding opportunities. Excellent written communication and proposal-writing ability. Highly organised, able to manage multiple deadlines and coordinate information. Collaborative, confident working with teams, partners, and stakeholders. Desirable Experience in arts, culture, or charity sectors. Understanding of impact measurement and evaluation. Experience coordinating or supporting volunteers. Key Responsibilities Research new funding opportunities and develop a proactive grants strategy. Draft and submit funding applications and proposals. Maintain an accurate pipeline and deliver timely reports. Work with programme teams to gather budgets, outcomes, and evidence. Ensure funder reporting and compliance requirements are met. Support stewardship of funders and shape Firstsite s case for support. Coordinate fundraising activity with the wider team. Benefits 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata) Contributory pension scheme (conditions apply) Employee Assistance Programme Tailored training and development Staff discount in our café and shop
Trusts and Grants Manager As Grants and Trusts Officer, you ll play a key role in powering the Youth Zone s mission to give thousands of young people somewhere to go, something to do and someone to talk to. As an equal opportunities employer, the organisation welcomes applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities. The dedicated Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive. Position: Trusts and Grants Manager Location: Hybrid working, with 1 day a week at Horizon Youth Zone, Grimsby. Salary: £30,000 - £34,000 pro rate (actual Salary £18,000 - £19,200) Contract: Permanent Hours: Part-time, 22.5 hours per week. Benefits: Workplace Pension, Free gym access, Access to Onside s Talent Academy, bespoke training and mentoring, Access to the employee assistance programme, 33 days holidays (inclusive of bank holidays), Birthday holiday leave. Closing Date: 09.00 am Monday 23rd February 2026 First Interviews: Thursday 5th March 2026 Young People Panel: Tuesday 10th March 2026 About the Role This is a dynamic and rewarding role at the heart of the Fundraising Team, where you ll help generate over £1.4 million each year to keep the Youth Zone running. You ll lead on writing compelling bids and funding proposals that unlock both unrestricted income and targeted project support from mental health to employability to sports and creative programmes. You ll have access to a wealth of impact data, real stories, and a ready-made case for support and you ll be encouraged to bring your creativity, energy and ambition to every application. You ll collaborate with an experienced, passionate team and be supported by the Head of Fundraising & Communications, the CEO, and a dedicated Board of Trustees who believe deeply in what we do. About You You ll need to be a strong communicator and natural storyteller, someone who can clearly articulate why Youth Zones matter and inspire funders to get behind the charity. You will have experience of: Writing successful funding applications or proposals, ideally in the voluntary or public sector, securing four- and five-figure gifts from trusts, foundations, or statutory sources. Managing a fundraising pipeline or prospect list, from initial research through to application and stewardship, using a CRM system such as Salesforce to track progress and outcomes Collaborating across teams, particularly with delivery, finance, or impact colleagues, to gather information and develop compelling bids grounded in real-world delivery. Producing high-quality donor reports, meeting deadlines and exceeding expectations through clear narrative, data, and case studies. Representing an organisation externally, such as at funder meetings, events, or presentations, with confidence and professionalism If you re a strategic thinker, a persuasive writer and a team player ready to make a real difference, we want to hear from you! About the Organisation This is a brand-new locally run youth charity, set to provide thousands of young people with the opportunity to have fun, make new friends, try something new and feel safe. With community centric values and located in the heart of Grimsby, it will be an inspiring place for young people aged 8 19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs, to enjoy their leisure. The building is due to be completed in 2025. The charity recognises that the workforce is under-represented in certain areas and are committed to addressing this. Therefore, they actively encourage applicants to submit anonymous applications; in practice this means removing your name and email address from your CV and cover letter. The HR Lead will have these details from your submission, but they will not be available to the selection panel when they are considering your application. The charity is committed to the safeguarding of young people. In accordance with their Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires a basic DBS check. Other roles you may have experience of could include Trusts and Grants Manager, Trusts Manager, Grants Manager, Trusts and Grants Officer, Trusts and Grants Lead. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Jan 27, 2026
Full time
Trusts and Grants Manager As Grants and Trusts Officer, you ll play a key role in powering the Youth Zone s mission to give thousands of young people somewhere to go, something to do and someone to talk to. As an equal opportunities employer, the organisation welcomes applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities. The dedicated Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive. Position: Trusts and Grants Manager Location: Hybrid working, with 1 day a week at Horizon Youth Zone, Grimsby. Salary: £30,000 - £34,000 pro rate (actual Salary £18,000 - £19,200) Contract: Permanent Hours: Part-time, 22.5 hours per week. Benefits: Workplace Pension, Free gym access, Access to Onside s Talent Academy, bespoke training and mentoring, Access to the employee assistance programme, 33 days holidays (inclusive of bank holidays), Birthday holiday leave. Closing Date: 09.00 am Monday 23rd February 2026 First Interviews: Thursday 5th March 2026 Young People Panel: Tuesday 10th March 2026 About the Role This is a dynamic and rewarding role at the heart of the Fundraising Team, where you ll help generate over £1.4 million each year to keep the Youth Zone running. You ll lead on writing compelling bids and funding proposals that unlock both unrestricted income and targeted project support from mental health to employability to sports and creative programmes. You ll have access to a wealth of impact data, real stories, and a ready-made case for support and you ll be encouraged to bring your creativity, energy and ambition to every application. You ll collaborate with an experienced, passionate team and be supported by the Head of Fundraising & Communications, the CEO, and a dedicated Board of Trustees who believe deeply in what we do. About You You ll need to be a strong communicator and natural storyteller, someone who can clearly articulate why Youth Zones matter and inspire funders to get behind the charity. You will have experience of: Writing successful funding applications or proposals, ideally in the voluntary or public sector, securing four- and five-figure gifts from trusts, foundations, or statutory sources. Managing a fundraising pipeline or prospect list, from initial research through to application and stewardship, using a CRM system such as Salesforce to track progress and outcomes Collaborating across teams, particularly with delivery, finance, or impact colleagues, to gather information and develop compelling bids grounded in real-world delivery. Producing high-quality donor reports, meeting deadlines and exceeding expectations through clear narrative, data, and case studies. Representing an organisation externally, such as at funder meetings, events, or presentations, with confidence and professionalism If you re a strategic thinker, a persuasive writer and a team player ready to make a real difference, we want to hear from you! About the Organisation This is a brand-new locally run youth charity, set to provide thousands of young people with the opportunity to have fun, make new friends, try something new and feel safe. With community centric values and located in the heart of Grimsby, it will be an inspiring place for young people aged 8 19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs, to enjoy their leisure. The building is due to be completed in 2025. The charity recognises that the workforce is under-represented in certain areas and are committed to addressing this. Therefore, they actively encourage applicants to submit anonymous applications; in practice this means removing your name and email address from your CV and cover letter. The HR Lead will have these details from your submission, but they will not be available to the selection panel when they are considering your application. The charity is committed to the safeguarding of young people. In accordance with their Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires a basic DBS check. Other roles you may have experience of could include Trusts and Grants Manager, Trusts Manager, Grants Manager, Trusts and Grants Officer, Trusts and Grants Lead. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Trusts and Grants Manager As Grants and Trusts Officer, you ll play a key role in powering the Youth Zone s mission to give thousands of young people somewhere to go, something to do and someone to talk to. As an equal opportunities employer, the organisation welcomes applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities. The dedicated Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive. Position: Trusts and Grants Manager Location: Hybrid working, with 1 day a week at Horizon Youth Zone, Grimsby. Salary: £30,000 - £34,000 pro rate (actual Salary £18,000 - £19,200) Contract: Permanent Hours: Part-time, 22.5 hours per week. Benefits: Workplace Pension, Free gym access, Access to Onside s Talent Academy, bespoke training and mentoring, Access to the employee assistance programme, 33 days holidays (inclusive of bank holidays), Birthday holiday leave. Closing Date: 09.00 am Monday 23rd February 2026 First Interviews: Thursday 5th March 2026 Young People Panel: Tuesday 10th March 2026 About the Role This is a dynamic and rewarding role at the heart of the Fundraising Team, where you ll help generate over £1.4 million each year to keep the Youth Zone running. You ll lead on writing compelling bids and funding proposals that unlock both unrestricted income and targeted project support from mental health to employability to sports and creative programmes. You ll have access to a wealth of impact data, real stories, and a ready-made case for support and you ll be encouraged to bring your creativity, energy and ambition to every application. You ll collaborate with an experienced, passionate team and be supported by the Head of Fundraising & Communications, the CEO, and a dedicated Board of Trustees who believe deeply in what we do. About You You ll need to be a strong communicator and natural storyteller, someone who can clearly articulate why Youth Zones matter and inspire funders to get behind the charity. You will have experience of: Writing successful funding applications or proposals, ideally in the voluntary or public sector, securing four- and five-figure gifts from trusts, foundations, or statutory sources. Managing a fundraising pipeline or prospect list, from initial research through to application and stewardship, using a CRM system such as Salesforce to track progress and outcomes Collaborating across teams, particularly with delivery, finance, or impact colleagues, to gather information and develop compelling bids grounded in real-world delivery. Producing high-quality donor reports, meeting deadlines and exceeding expectations through clear narrative, data, and case studies. Representing an organisation externally, such as at funder meetings, events, or presentations, with confidence and professionalism If you re a strategic thinker, a persuasive writer and a team player ready to make a real difference, we want to hear from you! About the Organisation This is a brand-new locally run youth charity, set to provide thousands of young people with the opportunity to have fun, make new friends, try something new and feel safe. With community centric values and located in the heart of Grimsby, it will be an inspiring place for young people aged 8 19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs, to enjoy their leisure. The building is due to be completed in 2025. The charity recognises that the workforce is under-represented in certain areas and are committed to addressing this. Therefore, they actively encourage applicants to submit anonymous applications; in practice this means removing your name and email address from your CV and cover letter. The HR Lead will have these details from your submission, but they will not be available to the selection panel when they are considering your application. The charity is committed to the safeguarding of young people. In accordance with their Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires a basic DBS check. Other roles you may have experience of could include Trusts and Grants Manager, Trusts Manager, Grants Manager, Trusts and Grants Officer, Trusts and Grants Lead. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Jan 27, 2026
Full time
Trusts and Grants Manager As Grants and Trusts Officer, you ll play a key role in powering the Youth Zone s mission to give thousands of young people somewhere to go, something to do and someone to talk to. As an equal opportunities employer, the organisation welcomes applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities. The dedicated Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive. Position: Trusts and Grants Manager Location: Hybrid working, with 1 day a week at Horizon Youth Zone, Grimsby. Salary: £30,000 - £34,000 pro rate (actual Salary £18,000 - £19,200) Contract: Permanent Hours: Part-time, 22.5 hours per week. Benefits: Workplace Pension, Free gym access, Access to Onside s Talent Academy, bespoke training and mentoring, Access to the employee assistance programme, 33 days holidays (inclusive of bank holidays), Birthday holiday leave. Closing Date: 09.00 am Monday 23rd February 2026 First Interviews: Thursday 5th March 2026 Young People Panel: Tuesday 10th March 2026 About the Role This is a dynamic and rewarding role at the heart of the Fundraising Team, where you ll help generate over £1.4 million each year to keep the Youth Zone running. You ll lead on writing compelling bids and funding proposals that unlock both unrestricted income and targeted project support from mental health to employability to sports and creative programmes. You ll have access to a wealth of impact data, real stories, and a ready-made case for support and you ll be encouraged to bring your creativity, energy and ambition to every application. You ll collaborate with an experienced, passionate team and be supported by the Head of Fundraising & Communications, the CEO, and a dedicated Board of Trustees who believe deeply in what we do. About You You ll need to be a strong communicator and natural storyteller, someone who can clearly articulate why Youth Zones matter and inspire funders to get behind the charity. You will have experience of: Writing successful funding applications or proposals, ideally in the voluntary or public sector, securing four- and five-figure gifts from trusts, foundations, or statutory sources. Managing a fundraising pipeline or prospect list, from initial research through to application and stewardship, using a CRM system such as Salesforce to track progress and outcomes Collaborating across teams, particularly with delivery, finance, or impact colleagues, to gather information and develop compelling bids grounded in real-world delivery. Producing high-quality donor reports, meeting deadlines and exceeding expectations through clear narrative, data, and case studies. Representing an organisation externally, such as at funder meetings, events, or presentations, with confidence and professionalism If you re a strategic thinker, a persuasive writer and a team player ready to make a real difference, we want to hear from you! About the Organisation This is a brand-new locally run youth charity, set to provide thousands of young people with the opportunity to have fun, make new friends, try something new and feel safe. With community centric values and located in the heart of Grimsby, it will be an inspiring place for young people aged 8 19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs, to enjoy their leisure. The building is due to be completed in 2025. The charity recognises that the workforce is under-represented in certain areas and are committed to addressing this. Therefore, they actively encourage applicants to submit anonymous applications; in practice this means removing your name and email address from your CV and cover letter. The HR Lead will have these details from your submission, but they will not be available to the selection panel when they are considering your application. The charity is committed to the safeguarding of young people. In accordance with their Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires a basic DBS check. Other roles you may have experience of could include Trusts and Grants Manager, Trusts Manager, Grants Manager, Trusts and Grants Officer, Trusts and Grants Lead. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
About BoB: Build on Belief s mission is to ensure sure that anyone with lived experience of alcohol or drug problems has a place where they can get on-going peer support from others with similar experience to help them improve their quality of life, health and wellbeing, reintegrate into wider society and benefit the local community. BoB exists to help people at all stages in their lives to overcome the harm caused by their drug or alcohol use. It does this by combatting loneliness, overcoming stigma, introducing people to positive friendship groups, and providing activities that people find meaningful. Job purpose: This is a creative opportunity for someone who wants to make a difference with one of the country s leading Lived Experience Recovery Organisations for individuals who have or have had a substance use disorder. The Innovation, Development Fundraising Manager is a new role within the charity. The purpose of this position is to work with the Senior Leadership Team and other staff members to: Help develop and fund new activities in our existing services. Through the development and modelling of pilot projects, help the SLT with the implementation of our three-year strategy and seek funding through trust and grant foundations for the delivery of the above. Collaborate with the Chief Executive to identify and apply for new funding streams that support the work and growth of the charity and build on our current service delivery. You will seek to develop and diversify the base of supporters and to achieve fundraising targets working with the CEO and SLT, supported by the board of trustees. We want to continue with our local services contracted income but also to develop other income streams, expand our supporter networks and build our sustainability for the future. The successful candidate will also develop and maintain appropriate relationships with trusts, foundations and their representatives, ensuring the highest quality of stewardship and cultivation of a proactive relationship-based approach to seeking new funding opportunities. Working as part of a small leadership team and, reporting to the Chief Executive, you ll capitalise on our success in partnering with some large addiction treatment providers. These have delivered innovative approaches to recovery across London. With this backdrop, we will look to you to develop and deliver successful plans to diversify and optimise our income as well as developing the tools, processes and internal expertise to ensure sustainability. The post holder would have the opportunity of working with a passionate, dedicated small central team, with a positive team spirit. There is a high level of commitment to developing this new area of income generation from management and trustees providing the post holder with the opportunity to excel and meet strategic targets. Responsibilities and main duties: o Work closely with the CEO, Board of Trustees, and others in the leadership team to develop and spearhead delivery of a funding and financial plan that will enable delivery of our mission, strategy 2026-29 and delivering our financial strategic objectives. o Proactively research and develop opportunities from trusts and foundations, developing a funding database and pipeline. o Working with the CEO and service managers, initializing, and developing projects, producing compelling funding proposals and grant applications, initiating prospect meetings, and confidently pitching new funders to successfully convert prospects to funders or donors. o Work with the leadership team and local service managers, and volunteers to fundraise local community support activity in the areas we operate in. o Explore and test new fundraising approaches (such as events and corporate) to further grow and diversify income, o Research and implement the introduction of a suitable CRM system to maintain accurate records of all fundraising activity (including contracted income), providing high quality reports to the leadership team, CEO and trustees, and to develop a data led approach to future fundraising. o Manage and monitor ongoing funder reporting, ensuring that effective records of grant/funding bids and their conditions are kept and strictly adhered to by project leads, and that interim and end of project reporting is completed to a high standard, consulting with project leads where appropriate. o Build and sustain strong relationships with a broad range of funding individuals and organizations, using a wide range of appropriate stewardship approaches to develop and retain their support for Build on Belief. o Stay informed of existing and new fundraising legislation and ensure all fundraising activities are compliant with the Code of Fundraising Practice and all other statutory obligations, maintaining and communicating internal policies as appropriate. o Actively instill an organizational culture of fundraising, ensuring that everyone in the organization, including our trustees, understands and contributes to our fundraising strategy. o Develop a good working knowledge of the charity s activities, our approaches to addiction and recovery and some of the wider evidence base to tackle addiction and dependency to represent BoB authoritatively to supporters and external audiences. Experience o Experience and proven record of soliciting, managing, and securing income from trusts and foundations, corporates, and/or major donors. o Experience of developing successful grant applications and proposals for support to trusts and foundations. o Digital fundraising fluency including experience of using and/or developing a CRM system to support fundraising activities and understanding of digital fundraising approaches. Knowledge o Strong understanding of the current UK charitable funding landscape including excellent knowledge of charitable grant giving organizations. o Knowledge of fundraising best practices, regulation, and policies. Skills and personal attributes o An outstanding written communicator with the ability to absorb and synthesize complex information and translate this into compelling written cases for support. o Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills with the ability to relate to, influence and persuade internal and external stakeholders at all levels. o Ability to prioritize a demanding workload and a committed approach to achieving results and targets under time pressure. o To learn and evaluate creative approaches and to remain resilient in the face of setbacks. o Well-developed organizational and planning skills, able to develop ideas and concepts into effective action plans and then deliver them. o Strong empathy and commitment to helping those with adverse histories and lifestyles, drawn from their own lived experiences, aspiring to inclusion, diversity, and equity. Benefits Along with a competitive salary and an opportunity to work alongside an inspiring team of people with lived experience, we can offer: o 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) o Flexible working and hybrid/home working o Support with training, professional growth and development. o Enhanced statutory benefits. How to apply Please send us your CV with a covering letter by FRIDAY 20th February Recruitment process Stage 1: Application closing date Friday 20th February 2026 by 5pm. Stage 2: Shortlist notification to candidates: w/c 23rd February 2026. Stage 4: Shortlist interviews in person London, Earls Court w/c 2nd March 2026. Stage 6: Notification 9th March 2026. You can let us know as part of your application if you require any adjustments or support through the recruitment process. If you do not exactly fit all the criteria but have relevant experience and passion for the role that could make you a great candidate, we would still love to hear from you. We promote inclusion, diversity and equity throughout our recruitment process and in our workplace. We welcome your application regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, religion or belief, sexual orientation and lived experience of addiction.
Jan 27, 2026
Full time
About BoB: Build on Belief s mission is to ensure sure that anyone with lived experience of alcohol or drug problems has a place where they can get on-going peer support from others with similar experience to help them improve their quality of life, health and wellbeing, reintegrate into wider society and benefit the local community. BoB exists to help people at all stages in their lives to overcome the harm caused by their drug or alcohol use. It does this by combatting loneliness, overcoming stigma, introducing people to positive friendship groups, and providing activities that people find meaningful. Job purpose: This is a creative opportunity for someone who wants to make a difference with one of the country s leading Lived Experience Recovery Organisations for individuals who have or have had a substance use disorder. The Innovation, Development Fundraising Manager is a new role within the charity. The purpose of this position is to work with the Senior Leadership Team and other staff members to: Help develop and fund new activities in our existing services. Through the development and modelling of pilot projects, help the SLT with the implementation of our three-year strategy and seek funding through trust and grant foundations for the delivery of the above. Collaborate with the Chief Executive to identify and apply for new funding streams that support the work and growth of the charity and build on our current service delivery. You will seek to develop and diversify the base of supporters and to achieve fundraising targets working with the CEO and SLT, supported by the board of trustees. We want to continue with our local services contracted income but also to develop other income streams, expand our supporter networks and build our sustainability for the future. The successful candidate will also develop and maintain appropriate relationships with trusts, foundations and their representatives, ensuring the highest quality of stewardship and cultivation of a proactive relationship-based approach to seeking new funding opportunities. Working as part of a small leadership team and, reporting to the Chief Executive, you ll capitalise on our success in partnering with some large addiction treatment providers. These have delivered innovative approaches to recovery across London. With this backdrop, we will look to you to develop and deliver successful plans to diversify and optimise our income as well as developing the tools, processes and internal expertise to ensure sustainability. The post holder would have the opportunity of working with a passionate, dedicated small central team, with a positive team spirit. There is a high level of commitment to developing this new area of income generation from management and trustees providing the post holder with the opportunity to excel and meet strategic targets. Responsibilities and main duties: o Work closely with the CEO, Board of Trustees, and others in the leadership team to develop and spearhead delivery of a funding and financial plan that will enable delivery of our mission, strategy 2026-29 and delivering our financial strategic objectives. o Proactively research and develop opportunities from trusts and foundations, developing a funding database and pipeline. o Working with the CEO and service managers, initializing, and developing projects, producing compelling funding proposals and grant applications, initiating prospect meetings, and confidently pitching new funders to successfully convert prospects to funders or donors. o Work with the leadership team and local service managers, and volunteers to fundraise local community support activity in the areas we operate in. o Explore and test new fundraising approaches (such as events and corporate) to further grow and diversify income, o Research and implement the introduction of a suitable CRM system to maintain accurate records of all fundraising activity (including contracted income), providing high quality reports to the leadership team, CEO and trustees, and to develop a data led approach to future fundraising. o Manage and monitor ongoing funder reporting, ensuring that effective records of grant/funding bids and their conditions are kept and strictly adhered to by project leads, and that interim and end of project reporting is completed to a high standard, consulting with project leads where appropriate. o Build and sustain strong relationships with a broad range of funding individuals and organizations, using a wide range of appropriate stewardship approaches to develop and retain their support for Build on Belief. o Stay informed of existing and new fundraising legislation and ensure all fundraising activities are compliant with the Code of Fundraising Practice and all other statutory obligations, maintaining and communicating internal policies as appropriate. o Actively instill an organizational culture of fundraising, ensuring that everyone in the organization, including our trustees, understands and contributes to our fundraising strategy. o Develop a good working knowledge of the charity s activities, our approaches to addiction and recovery and some of the wider evidence base to tackle addiction and dependency to represent BoB authoritatively to supporters and external audiences. Experience o Experience and proven record of soliciting, managing, and securing income from trusts and foundations, corporates, and/or major donors. o Experience of developing successful grant applications and proposals for support to trusts and foundations. o Digital fundraising fluency including experience of using and/or developing a CRM system to support fundraising activities and understanding of digital fundraising approaches. Knowledge o Strong understanding of the current UK charitable funding landscape including excellent knowledge of charitable grant giving organizations. o Knowledge of fundraising best practices, regulation, and policies. Skills and personal attributes o An outstanding written communicator with the ability to absorb and synthesize complex information and translate this into compelling written cases for support. o Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills with the ability to relate to, influence and persuade internal and external stakeholders at all levels. o Ability to prioritize a demanding workload and a committed approach to achieving results and targets under time pressure. o To learn and evaluate creative approaches and to remain resilient in the face of setbacks. o Well-developed organizational and planning skills, able to develop ideas and concepts into effective action plans and then deliver them. o Strong empathy and commitment to helping those with adverse histories and lifestyles, drawn from their own lived experiences, aspiring to inclusion, diversity, and equity. Benefits Along with a competitive salary and an opportunity to work alongside an inspiring team of people with lived experience, we can offer: o 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) o Flexible working and hybrid/home working o Support with training, professional growth and development. o Enhanced statutory benefits. How to apply Please send us your CV with a covering letter by FRIDAY 20th February Recruitment process Stage 1: Application closing date Friday 20th February 2026 by 5pm. Stage 2: Shortlist notification to candidates: w/c 23rd February 2026. Stage 4: Shortlist interviews in person London, Earls Court w/c 2nd March 2026. Stage 6: Notification 9th March 2026. You can let us know as part of your application if you require any adjustments or support through the recruitment process. If you do not exactly fit all the criteria but have relevant experience and passion for the role that could make you a great candidate, we would still love to hear from you. We promote inclusion, diversity and equity throughout our recruitment process and in our workplace. We welcome your application regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, religion or belief, sexual orientation and lived experience of addiction.
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.
Chief Executive Officer Salary: Circa £75,000 + Relocation Package & Bonus North Wales (Bangor or Aberduna office locations) hybrid Full time, Permanent Closing Date: 30th September 2025 Are you a visionary leader? Would you be able to enhance a compelling future for the North Wales Wildlife Trust? These are exciting times, and we re looking for a new CEO to join us! We're keen to hear from those who can provide strategic and operational leadership that ensures the Trust fulfils its charitable objectives and delivers its mission effectively and sustainably while continuing to grow. This includes shaping and implementing the strategic plan, managing people and resources, maintaining financial health, and building strong relationships with its membership, other stakeholders, funders, and the wider community. You'll be ultimately responsible for the governance, fundraising, public trust and social impact of North Wales Wildlife Trust. An important part of this role is to ensure we play our part as an active member of the federation of Wildlife Trusts to help secure wins for wildlife beyond our border. The role will be hybrid (after settling in period) and ideally you will be based in North Wales as we have office facilities available in Bangor or Aberduna. There will be regular travel to off-site meetings. Who we are looking for An experienced senior manager with degree (or degree-equivalent qualification). Experience of organisational leadership within a financially accountable organisation, whether in the charitable, public, or private sector. Proven commercial strategy / business experience, with the ability to generate and manage diverse income streams, including through partnerships, grants, trading, or other business related activities. Experience with a wide range of stakeholders and partners and working with them to achieve programme aims. Strong data and IT abilities Good public speaker with strong presentational skills Excellent Project Management experience A strong understanding of environmental issues, with a broad overview of key aspects of ecology, conservation, agriculture, fishing, climate change and other environmental pressures. Welsh language skills are not essential for this role but are highly desirable. We expect the successful candidate, if not already fluent, to be committed to learning Welsh and to demonstrate a strong understanding of and support for Welsh culture, which is integral to our work in land management and nature recovery. We are proud to offer a wide range of benefits including: Discretionary relocation package up to £10k reimbursement against receipts for moving expenses. Discretionary bonus scheme of up to 10% of salary per annum, based on achieving agreed long-term performance targets. 32 days of holiday per year, including statutory Bank Holidays, which increase by one day for each fully completed year of service up to a maximum of 38 days. Salary Exchange Pension (6% ER contributions 6% EE contributions) Life Assurance (2x salary) Learn Welsh on us Who we are: North Wales Wildlife Trust is an independent charity and one of 46 Wildlife Trusts working across the UK to protect wildlife for the future. We are always looking for passionate, dedicated and resourceful people to join us. If you have an interest in nature conservation issues and a passion for the values of The Wildlife Trusts, we would love to hear from you! With the support of our members and volunteers, and our funders and partners, we work to restore nature, to empower people to take action for nature, and to create a society where nature matters. We do this by managing natural landscapes in North Wales, including over 750 hectares of land, both on and beyond our 35 nature reserves. We also work to raise awareness of and protect the important coastal waters of North Wales. We value the connection of natural habitats, wildlife and people, and work with landholders, businesses, organisations and individuals to create, improve and connect habitats in North Wales. We also provide planning and other professional services to local authorities, businesses and individuals.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Chief Executive Officer Salary: Circa £75,000 + Relocation Package & Bonus North Wales (Bangor or Aberduna office locations) hybrid Full time, Permanent Closing Date: 30th September 2025 Are you a visionary leader? Would you be able to enhance a compelling future for the North Wales Wildlife Trust? These are exciting times, and we re looking for a new CEO to join us! We're keen to hear from those who can provide strategic and operational leadership that ensures the Trust fulfils its charitable objectives and delivers its mission effectively and sustainably while continuing to grow. This includes shaping and implementing the strategic plan, managing people and resources, maintaining financial health, and building strong relationships with its membership, other stakeholders, funders, and the wider community. You'll be ultimately responsible for the governance, fundraising, public trust and social impact of North Wales Wildlife Trust. An important part of this role is to ensure we play our part as an active member of the federation of Wildlife Trusts to help secure wins for wildlife beyond our border. The role will be hybrid (after settling in period) and ideally you will be based in North Wales as we have office facilities available in Bangor or Aberduna. There will be regular travel to off-site meetings. Who we are looking for An experienced senior manager with degree (or degree-equivalent qualification). Experience of organisational leadership within a financially accountable organisation, whether in the charitable, public, or private sector. Proven commercial strategy / business experience, with the ability to generate and manage diverse income streams, including through partnerships, grants, trading, or other business related activities. Experience with a wide range of stakeholders and partners and working with them to achieve programme aims. Strong data and IT abilities Good public speaker with strong presentational skills Excellent Project Management experience A strong understanding of environmental issues, with a broad overview of key aspects of ecology, conservation, agriculture, fishing, climate change and other environmental pressures. Welsh language skills are not essential for this role but are highly desirable. We expect the successful candidate, if not already fluent, to be committed to learning Welsh and to demonstrate a strong understanding of and support for Welsh culture, which is integral to our work in land management and nature recovery. We are proud to offer a wide range of benefits including: Discretionary relocation package up to £10k reimbursement against receipts for moving expenses. Discretionary bonus scheme of up to 10% of salary per annum, based on achieving agreed long-term performance targets. 32 days of holiday per year, including statutory Bank Holidays, which increase by one day for each fully completed year of service up to a maximum of 38 days. Salary Exchange Pension (6% ER contributions 6% EE contributions) Life Assurance (2x salary) Learn Welsh on us Who we are: North Wales Wildlife Trust is an independent charity and one of 46 Wildlife Trusts working across the UK to protect wildlife for the future. We are always looking for passionate, dedicated and resourceful people to join us. If you have an interest in nature conservation issues and a passion for the values of The Wildlife Trusts, we would love to hear from you! With the support of our members and volunteers, and our funders and partners, we work to restore nature, to empower people to take action for nature, and to create a society where nature matters. We do this by managing natural landscapes in North Wales, including over 750 hectares of land, both on and beyond our 35 nature reserves. We also work to raise awareness of and protect the important coastal waters of North Wales. We value the connection of natural habitats, wildlife and people, and work with landholders, businesses, organisations and individuals to create, improve and connect habitats in North Wales. We also provide planning and other professional services to local authorities, businesses and individuals.
We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Trusts and Statutory Funding Manager to play a pivotal role in our Trusts and Statutory Funding Service in London Sounds great, what will I be doing? This role is focused on securing and managing funding by aligning applications with funders' priorities and the organisation's objectives. It involves developing compelling appeals and cases for support, building and maintaining strong relationships with trusts and funders through regular stewardship, and preparing progress reports for both funders and the Senior Management Team. The position also contributes to shaping and implementing the organisation's overall fundraising strategy, working collaboratively across teams to ensure funding needs are clearly understood and met. In addition, the role requires effective use of the Donorfy database to maintain accurate donor and grant records, process income, and manage correspondence. Administrative tasks such as mail-merging, coding, mailing, and donor acknowledgements are also part of the responsibilities. The post-holder is expected to stay informed about sector developments, propose innovative fundraising ideas, and identify new funding opportunities to strengthen the organisation's financial sustainability. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. Here's what the team will be looking for The role calls for a skilled fundraiser with a strong history of securing significant grants from trusts, foundations, and statutory funders. The successful candidate will be adept at crafting clear, persuasive proposals and reports that meet funders' requirements, while also excelling in relationship management to nurture both new and existing partnerships. They will be confident working across teams, volunteers, service users, and external stakeholders, bringing strong communication skills and a solutions-focused approach in a fast-paced environment. They should bring experience with fundraising CRM systems (ideally Donorfy), solid IT skills in Microsoft Office, and confidence in preparing accurate budgets. A meticulous eye for detail, knowledge of GDPR and charity law, and a genuine empathy with the organisation's mission are essential. Flexibility to occasionally work outside standard hours is also required. When will I be working? You will be working Monday to Friday between 9am and 5.18pm Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Trusts and Statutory Funding Manager to play a pivotal role in our Trusts and Statutory Funding Service in London Sounds great, what will I be doing? This role is focused on securing and managing funding by aligning applications with funders' priorities and the organisation's objectives. It involves developing compelling appeals and cases for support, building and maintaining strong relationships with trusts and funders through regular stewardship, and preparing progress reports for both funders and the Senior Management Team. The position also contributes to shaping and implementing the organisation's overall fundraising strategy, working collaboratively across teams to ensure funding needs are clearly understood and met. In addition, the role requires effective use of the Donorfy database to maintain accurate donor and grant records, process income, and manage correspondence. Administrative tasks such as mail-merging, coding, mailing, and donor acknowledgements are also part of the responsibilities. The post-holder is expected to stay informed about sector developments, propose innovative fundraising ideas, and identify new funding opportunities to strengthen the organisation's financial sustainability. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. Here's what the team will be looking for The role calls for a skilled fundraiser with a strong history of securing significant grants from trusts, foundations, and statutory funders. The successful candidate will be adept at crafting clear, persuasive proposals and reports that meet funders' requirements, while also excelling in relationship management to nurture both new and existing partnerships. They will be confident working across teams, volunteers, service users, and external stakeholders, bringing strong communication skills and a solutions-focused approach in a fast-paced environment. They should bring experience with fundraising CRM systems (ideally Donorfy), solid IT skills in Microsoft Office, and confidence in preparing accurate budgets. A meticulous eye for detail, knowledge of GDPR and charity law, and a genuine empathy with the organisation's mission are essential. Flexibility to occasionally work outside standard hours is also required. When will I be working? You will be working Monday to Friday between 9am and 5.18pm Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Trusts and Statutory Funding Manager to play a pivotal role in our Trusts and Statutory Funding Service in London Sounds great, what will I be doing? This role is focused on securing and managing funding by aligning applications with funders' priorities and the organisation's objectives. It involves developing compelling appeals and cases for support, building and maintaining strong relationships with trusts and funders through regular stewardship, and preparing progress reports for both funders and the Senior Management Team. The position also contributes to shaping and implementing the organisation's overall fundraising strategy, working collaboratively across teams to ensure funding needs are clearly understood and met. In addition, the role requires effective use of the Donorfy database to maintain accurate donor and grant records, process income, and manage correspondence. Administrative tasks such as mail-merging, coding, mailing, and donor acknowledgements are also part of the responsibilities. The post-holder is expected to stay informed about sector developments, propose innovative fundraising ideas, and identify new funding opportunities to strengthen the organisation's financial sustainability. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. Here's what the team will be looking for The role calls for a skilled fundraiser with a strong history of securing significant grants from trusts, foundations, and statutory funders. The successful candidate will be adept at crafting clear, persuasive proposals and reports that meet funders' requirements, while also excelling in relationship management to nurture both new and existing partnerships. They will be confident working across teams, volunteers, service users, and external stakeholders, bringing strong communication skills and a solutions-focused approach in a fast-paced environment. They should bring experience with fundraising CRM systems (ideally Donorfy), solid IT skills in Microsoft Office, and confidence in preparing accurate budgets. A meticulous eye for detail, knowledge of GDPR and charity law, and a genuine empathy with the organisation's mission are essential. Flexibility to occasionally work outside standard hours is also required. When will I be working? You will be working Monday to Friday between 9am and 5.18pm Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Trusts and Statutory Funding Manager to play a pivotal role in our Trusts and Statutory Funding Service in London Sounds great, what will I be doing? This role is focused on securing and managing funding by aligning applications with funders' priorities and the organisation's objectives. It involves developing compelling appeals and cases for support, building and maintaining strong relationships with trusts and funders through regular stewardship, and preparing progress reports for both funders and the Senior Management Team. The position also contributes to shaping and implementing the organisation's overall fundraising strategy, working collaboratively across teams to ensure funding needs are clearly understood and met. In addition, the role requires effective use of the Donorfy database to maintain accurate donor and grant records, process income, and manage correspondence. Administrative tasks such as mail-merging, coding, mailing, and donor acknowledgements are also part of the responsibilities. The post-holder is expected to stay informed about sector developments, propose innovative fundraising ideas, and identify new funding opportunities to strengthen the organisation's financial sustainability. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. Here's what the team will be looking for The role calls for a skilled fundraiser with a strong history of securing significant grants from trusts, foundations, and statutory funders. The successful candidate will be adept at crafting clear, persuasive proposals and reports that meet funders' requirements, while also excelling in relationship management to nurture both new and existing partnerships. They will be confident working across teams, volunteers, service users, and external stakeholders, bringing strong communication skills and a solutions-focused approach in a fast-paced environment. They should bring experience with fundraising CRM systems (ideally Donorfy), solid IT skills in Microsoft Office, and confidence in preparing accurate budgets. A meticulous eye for detail, knowledge of GDPR and charity law, and a genuine empathy with the organisation's mission are essential. Flexibility to occasionally work outside standard hours is also required. When will I be working? You will be working Monday to Friday between 9am and 5.18pm Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
Job title: Director of Income and Engagement Reports to: CEO Location: 40% of time in any BB office with expectation of regular travel to London (monthly)/occasional travel to other offices Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week). Open to flexible working. Contract: Permanent Overall purpose The Director of Income and Engagement will be responsible for leading a team of talented fundraising and communication professionals across a variety of disciplines to drive the successful achievement of Breaking Barriers 2030 goals. They will have responsibility for developing strategies across all streams and the wider fundraising team, identifying key opportunities for income stream development and innovation, stewarding key donors, and motivating a diverse team to achieve ambitious income targets. They will be a key member of the organisation s Senior Leadership team, working closely with colleagues across Services, People Strategy and Finance to maximise strategic opportunities and drive organisational culture and performance. The Director of Income and Engagement will be an experienced fundraiser with a track record of achieving sustainable growth across multiple functions. They will have experience leading and nurturing income generating teams and be comfortable leading teams across diverse income streams including trusts and statutory, major donors, corporate partnerships, and public fundraising. They will be ambitious, values-led, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, and will act as a leader across the organisation, driving forward a culture of creativity, growth, innovation and entrepreneurialism that will be essential to achieving our 2030 goals. To view the full job description and person specification, as well as details on our accessible recuitment process, please view the attached recruitment pack. Other considerations As part of our safeguarding commitment to our clients, we carry out pre-employment checks to ensure that successful applicants are suitable to work with adults at risk. These include basic DBS checks, obtaining references and verifying a candidate s identity and right to work in the UK. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief. Breaking Barriers is committed to protecting an adult s right to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect and for their views, wishes and beliefs to be fully considered when deciding action. How to apply If you are looking for a role where you can make a real difference, we want to hear from you. To apply, please submit a statement of interest (up to approximately 500 words/1 A4 page) outlining: Why you are interested in the role What skills you would bring to be successful in this role Any experience you would like to highlight Any reasonable adjustments you require for the interview process Disclosure of disabilities if you wish to do so (as a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role) Closing date for applications is Wednesday 08 October at 11:30pm . Please note, interviews will be held online on a rolling basis so please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We belong to the Experts by Experience Employment Initiative, which advocates and supports organisations to emply more people from a refugee background. With this in mind, we particularly welcome applicants with experience with of seeking asylum and / or a refugee background. If you are an expert by experience (a refugee or a migrant with direct, first-hand experince of issues and challenges of the UK asylum or immigration system), you can ask for independent and confidential support for your job application from the Experts by Experience Employment Network. Please reach out to HR Manager, Caroline Meechan for further details (we are unable to include email addresses in this advert, but you can find contact details on the final page of the attached recruitment pack).
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Job title: Director of Income and Engagement Reports to: CEO Location: 40% of time in any BB office with expectation of regular travel to London (monthly)/occasional travel to other offices Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week). Open to flexible working. Contract: Permanent Overall purpose The Director of Income and Engagement will be responsible for leading a team of talented fundraising and communication professionals across a variety of disciplines to drive the successful achievement of Breaking Barriers 2030 goals. They will have responsibility for developing strategies across all streams and the wider fundraising team, identifying key opportunities for income stream development and innovation, stewarding key donors, and motivating a diverse team to achieve ambitious income targets. They will be a key member of the organisation s Senior Leadership team, working closely with colleagues across Services, People Strategy and Finance to maximise strategic opportunities and drive organisational culture and performance. The Director of Income and Engagement will be an experienced fundraiser with a track record of achieving sustainable growth across multiple functions. They will have experience leading and nurturing income generating teams and be comfortable leading teams across diverse income streams including trusts and statutory, major donors, corporate partnerships, and public fundraising. They will be ambitious, values-led, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, and will act as a leader across the organisation, driving forward a culture of creativity, growth, innovation and entrepreneurialism that will be essential to achieving our 2030 goals. To view the full job description and person specification, as well as details on our accessible recuitment process, please view the attached recruitment pack. Other considerations As part of our safeguarding commitment to our clients, we carry out pre-employment checks to ensure that successful applicants are suitable to work with adults at risk. These include basic DBS checks, obtaining references and verifying a candidate s identity and right to work in the UK. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief. Breaking Barriers is committed to protecting an adult s right to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect and for their views, wishes and beliefs to be fully considered when deciding action. How to apply If you are looking for a role where you can make a real difference, we want to hear from you. To apply, please submit a statement of interest (up to approximately 500 words/1 A4 page) outlining: Why you are interested in the role What skills you would bring to be successful in this role Any experience you would like to highlight Any reasonable adjustments you require for the interview process Disclosure of disabilities if you wish to do so (as a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role) Closing date for applications is Wednesday 08 October at 11:30pm . Please note, interviews will be held online on a rolling basis so please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We belong to the Experts by Experience Employment Initiative, which advocates and supports organisations to emply more people from a refugee background. With this in mind, we particularly welcome applicants with experience with of seeking asylum and / or a refugee background. If you are an expert by experience (a refugee or a migrant with direct, first-hand experince of issues and challenges of the UK asylum or immigration system), you can ask for independent and confidential support for your job application from the Experts by Experience Employment Network. Please reach out to HR Manager, Caroline Meechan for further details (we are unable to include email addresses in this advert, but you can find contact details on the final page of the attached recruitment pack).
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!
Salary £38,000 - £40,000 per annum - subject to skills and experience Hours of work 37.5 hours a week over five days Base Hybrid working for the foreseeable future, with attendance in the office two days a week, including one day being a Thursday at our central office: Pears Building, Pond Street, London, NW3 2PP Other office days may be worked from our other sites at: Barnet Hospital, Wellhouse Lane, Barnet, EN5 3DJ Chase Farm Hospital, 127 The Ridgeway, Enfield, EN2 8JL The role The philanthropy manager will report to the senior philanthropy manager. We are seeking a creative and driven philanthropy manager to join our team on a permanent basis. Working alongside members of the wider team, you will help deliver the best possible experience to some of the charity s most committed donors through a mixture of bespoke events, personalised communications, and recognition opportunities across our hospital sites. Specifically, this role will lead the team s efforts in securing four and five-figure gifts and stewarding donors with a gold-standard experience that ensures continued support for the Royal Free Charity. You will play an important role within our philanthropy & capital campaign team, helping to build relationships, and increase income, in a pivotal year for the charity. The role will offer significant scope for development, giving you the opportunity to grow your relationship-building, communication, and project management skills in a supportive, ambitious, and high-performing team. The team Our dynamic fundraising department generated £4.5m through donations in 2023/24, and we are now preparing for an ambitious multi-million-pound campaign in support of a ground-breaking cancer centre on the site of the Royal Free Hospital. We pride ourselves on being a supporter focused and agile function, working at the heart of the charity to deliver impact for patients and staff across our hospitals. Responsible for attracting and retaining donors, and delivering an outstanding supporter experience, the fundraising department comprises two teams which work closely together to achieve our shared objectives: Our philanthropy & campaigns team builds relationships with individual philanthropists, trusts, foundations, corporate organisations and intermediaries, giving or facilitating donations of £10,000 or more to the charity each year. They lead major appeal activity for the charity, currently focused on our forthcoming cancer campaign, and special events to support these activities. Our public fundraising team harnesses the support and energy of individuals and groups, helping them to give back in the way that works for them. This includes committed giving, in memory support, gifts in wills, and fundraising events and challenges. Our database and supporter care colleagues underpin and support the entire department. Organisation The Royal Free Charity stands at the threshold of its most important period of development. Our vision is for everyone served by the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust (RFL) to have access to world-leading healthcare, delivered by a thriving workforce, and driven by medical research that has a global impact. We support the 17,000 staff of the RFL and their two million patients across Barnet, Chase Farm, North Mid and Royal Free hospitals and more than 30 NHS services. Through the services we provide, and the programmes and equipment we fund, we make a profound and immediate difference to patients experiences of care. The recruitment process To apply for this post please send your: CV (please include your last employer and dates of employment) Cover letter addressing how you meet the criteria set out in the job description and person specification, Please note, that applications submitted without a cover letter may not be considered for this role. Closing date for application: Monday 29 September 2025, 9 am First stage interview date: Wednesday 15 October 2025 Second stage interview date: Wednesday 22 October 2025 Please kindly note that we may close the job advert before the closing date if we receive a large volume of applications. You must be eligible to work in the UK We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may require during the recruitment process. As an equal opportunities employer, the Royal Free Charity is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join the Royal Free Charity and act in line with our values of dedication, innovation, partnership, energy and respect. Benefits: Core benefits 25 days of paid holiday, plus three-day office closure rest period between Christmas and New Year, and UK bank holidays. This increases to 30 days leave after five completed years of continuous employment (all leave is pro rata for part time employees). A contributory pension scheme, where we match your 4% contribution towards your pension. If you choose to increase your payments into your pension scheme, we ll match your contribution up to 9%. A sick pay package that offers one month s full pay and one month s half pay in any 12-month period if you ve been with us for less than two years. This rises to two months full pay and two months half pay in any 12-month period after two years of continuous employment. Occupational maternity pay and paternity pay packages that provide more generous support than statutory pay alone. A flexible working policy to support our employees work/life balance. Support for your financial wellbeing As a member of the Royal Free family, you ll be entitled to benefit from: Expert financial advice from our financial partner, the London Credit Union Savings on purchases with the Blue Light Card Our Death in Service benefit Support for your health and wellbeing Subsidised gym, pool and classes at our Rec Club in Hampstead Secure bicycle parking and shower facilities at our Hampstead site Fortnightly guided meditation Free massage therapy from our complementary therapy team Menopause peer support group Employee Assistance Programme offering 24-hour access to free confidential advice and support on work and personal issues.
Sep 27, 2025
Full time
Salary £38,000 - £40,000 per annum - subject to skills and experience Hours of work 37.5 hours a week over five days Base Hybrid working for the foreseeable future, with attendance in the office two days a week, including one day being a Thursday at our central office: Pears Building, Pond Street, London, NW3 2PP Other office days may be worked from our other sites at: Barnet Hospital, Wellhouse Lane, Barnet, EN5 3DJ Chase Farm Hospital, 127 The Ridgeway, Enfield, EN2 8JL The role The philanthropy manager will report to the senior philanthropy manager. We are seeking a creative and driven philanthropy manager to join our team on a permanent basis. Working alongside members of the wider team, you will help deliver the best possible experience to some of the charity s most committed donors through a mixture of bespoke events, personalised communications, and recognition opportunities across our hospital sites. Specifically, this role will lead the team s efforts in securing four and five-figure gifts and stewarding donors with a gold-standard experience that ensures continued support for the Royal Free Charity. You will play an important role within our philanthropy & capital campaign team, helping to build relationships, and increase income, in a pivotal year for the charity. The role will offer significant scope for development, giving you the opportunity to grow your relationship-building, communication, and project management skills in a supportive, ambitious, and high-performing team. The team Our dynamic fundraising department generated £4.5m through donations in 2023/24, and we are now preparing for an ambitious multi-million-pound campaign in support of a ground-breaking cancer centre on the site of the Royal Free Hospital. We pride ourselves on being a supporter focused and agile function, working at the heart of the charity to deliver impact for patients and staff across our hospitals. Responsible for attracting and retaining donors, and delivering an outstanding supporter experience, the fundraising department comprises two teams which work closely together to achieve our shared objectives: Our philanthropy & campaigns team builds relationships with individual philanthropists, trusts, foundations, corporate organisations and intermediaries, giving or facilitating donations of £10,000 or more to the charity each year. They lead major appeal activity for the charity, currently focused on our forthcoming cancer campaign, and special events to support these activities. Our public fundraising team harnesses the support and energy of individuals and groups, helping them to give back in the way that works for them. This includes committed giving, in memory support, gifts in wills, and fundraising events and challenges. Our database and supporter care colleagues underpin and support the entire department. Organisation The Royal Free Charity stands at the threshold of its most important period of development. Our vision is for everyone served by the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust (RFL) to have access to world-leading healthcare, delivered by a thriving workforce, and driven by medical research that has a global impact. We support the 17,000 staff of the RFL and their two million patients across Barnet, Chase Farm, North Mid and Royal Free hospitals and more than 30 NHS services. Through the services we provide, and the programmes and equipment we fund, we make a profound and immediate difference to patients experiences of care. The recruitment process To apply for this post please send your: CV (please include your last employer and dates of employment) Cover letter addressing how you meet the criteria set out in the job description and person specification, Please note, that applications submitted without a cover letter may not be considered for this role. Closing date for application: Monday 29 September 2025, 9 am First stage interview date: Wednesday 15 October 2025 Second stage interview date: Wednesday 22 October 2025 Please kindly note that we may close the job advert before the closing date if we receive a large volume of applications. You must be eligible to work in the UK We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may require during the recruitment process. As an equal opportunities employer, the Royal Free Charity is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join the Royal Free Charity and act in line with our values of dedication, innovation, partnership, energy and respect. Benefits: Core benefits 25 days of paid holiday, plus three-day office closure rest period between Christmas and New Year, and UK bank holidays. This increases to 30 days leave after five completed years of continuous employment (all leave is pro rata for part time employees). A contributory pension scheme, where we match your 4% contribution towards your pension. If you choose to increase your payments into your pension scheme, we ll match your contribution up to 9%. A sick pay package that offers one month s full pay and one month s half pay in any 12-month period if you ve been with us for less than two years. This rises to two months full pay and two months half pay in any 12-month period after two years of continuous employment. Occupational maternity pay and paternity pay packages that provide more generous support than statutory pay alone. A flexible working policy to support our employees work/life balance. Support for your financial wellbeing As a member of the Royal Free family, you ll be entitled to benefit from: Expert financial advice from our financial partner, the London Credit Union Savings on purchases with the Blue Light Card Our Death in Service benefit Support for your health and wellbeing Subsidised gym, pool and classes at our Rec Club in Hampstead Secure bicycle parking and shower facilities at our Hampstead site Fortnightly guided meditation Free massage therapy from our complementary therapy team Menopause peer support group Employee Assistance Programme offering 24-hour access to free confidential advice and support on work and personal issues.
