Senior Individual Giving Officer Job Advert Are you passionate about turning supporter generosity into sustained income that helps people with a learning disability live their lives to the full? Do you have experience running multi-channel fundraising campaigns and using data to improve performance? If so, we have a role for you to impact our growing Individual Giving programme. We are looking for a Senior Individual Giving Officer to join a Public Fundraising team. You will lead the planning and delivery of acquisition and retention campaigns across cash, lottery, regular giving, value exchange, raffle and payroll giving channels, working across face to face, direct mail, email, digital and telephone. You will work closely with colleagues in Legacy, Wills and Trusts, Community Fundraising and Challenge Events to deliver joined up supporter journeys that increase lifetime value and broaden audience reach. Reporting to the Senior Individual Giving Manager, you will play a key part in delivering the charity's 2030 strategy. This is a permanent, full time position. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements are offered, with a requirement to attend the London office for a minimum of two days per week. Occasional travel within the UK may also be required. What you will do Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of direct marketing campaigns, including campaign schedules, briefs, copywriting, data checks, print and postage processing, finance processing and stakeholder management. Manage campaign budgets, monitor KPIs and report on performance, delivering activity on time and to a high standard. Build and manage complex data selections and automated email journeys, supporting the roll out of the new CRM and using insight to improve targeting and results. Keep the supporter at the heart of the journey by creating authentic, compelling stories and personalised donor journeys that drive repeat giving, upsell and cross sell. Work collaboratively with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure campaigns are aligned and executed effectively. Analyse campaign performance, adopt a test and learn approach and make data driven recommendations for improvement. Ensure all fundraising activity complies with GDPR, the Fundraising Regulator Code of Practice and Gambling Commission regulations. Support invoice processing, monthly management accounting, quarterly reforecasting and annual budget setting processes. Champion equality, diversity and inclusion in campaigns and across the organisation. What you will bring Proven experience of planning and delivering multi-channel individual giving campaigns. Strong data and CRM skills, with experience of building selections and automated journeys. Excellent project management and stakeholder management skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines. Strong copywriting and supporter communications skills, with a focus on storytelling and supporter care. Experience of monitoring and analysing campaign performance and using insight to improve results. Knowledge of fundraising compliance and best practice. A collaborative approach and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Why join the team - You will be part of a friendly, inclusive, values-driven fundraising team working to improve the lives of people with a learning disability in the UK. Flexible working, generous holiday, a supportive learning culture and opportunities to develop your fundraising career. You will play a key role as the charity expands and improves the Individual Giving Program. The advert will close on 26 April with initial interviews held via Microsoft Teams shortly afterwards. We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications or once a suitable candidate has been identified. Benefits The charity offers an impressive range of benefits designed to support and reward employees to ensure that teams feel valued and appreciated. The benefits package offers 32 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro rata), along with a range of perks such as discounts at leading high-street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest-free loans, and many more exciting offerings. About The Organisation The charity's vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives. They're here to support people with a learning disability, their families and their carers. Fighting for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability to live in. Everyone works with people with a learning disability either providing support or advice, or alongside one another as colleagues. Belonging is for everyone, every day, everywhere. Everyone is expected to treat people well and make it an inclusive organisation. Every day we grow and learn. It's okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves. There are Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long- term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies. Everyone is encouraged to apply and there are a variety of different contract types and working patterns on offer. They're not looking for specific experience. It is your personality and values that will make you a great colleague. You will have training and development to help you to succeed in the role you're applying for. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Senior Individual Giving Officer Job Advert Are you passionate about turning supporter generosity into sustained income that helps people with a learning disability live their lives to the full? Do you have experience running multi-channel fundraising campaigns and using data to improve performance? If so, we have a role for you to impact our growing Individual Giving programme. We are looking for a Senior Individual Giving Officer to join a Public Fundraising team. You will lead the planning and delivery of acquisition and retention campaigns across cash, lottery, regular giving, value exchange, raffle and payroll giving channels, working across face to face, direct mail, email, digital and telephone. You will work closely with colleagues in Legacy, Wills and Trusts, Community Fundraising and Challenge Events to deliver joined up supporter journeys that increase lifetime value and broaden audience reach. Reporting to the Senior Individual Giving Manager, you will play a key part in delivering the charity's 2030 strategy. This is a permanent, full time position. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements are offered, with a requirement to attend the London office for a minimum of two days per week. Occasional travel within the UK may also be required. What you will do Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of direct marketing campaigns, including campaign schedules, briefs, copywriting, data checks, print and postage processing, finance processing and stakeholder management. Manage campaign budgets, monitor KPIs and report on performance, delivering activity on time and to a high standard. Build and manage complex data selections and automated email journeys, supporting the roll out of the new CRM and using insight to improve targeting and results. Keep the supporter at the heart of the journey by creating authentic, compelling stories and personalised donor journeys that drive repeat giving, upsell and cross sell. Work collaboratively with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure campaigns are aligned and executed effectively. Analyse campaign performance, adopt a test and learn approach and make data driven recommendations for improvement. Ensure all fundraising activity complies with GDPR, the Fundraising Regulator Code of Practice and Gambling Commission regulations. Support invoice processing, monthly management accounting, quarterly reforecasting and annual budget setting processes. Champion equality, diversity and inclusion in campaigns and across the organisation. What you will bring Proven experience of planning and delivering multi-channel individual giving campaigns. Strong data and CRM skills, with experience of building selections and automated journeys. Excellent project management and stakeholder management skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines. Strong copywriting and supporter communications skills, with a focus on storytelling and supporter care. Experience of monitoring and analysing campaign performance and using insight to improve results. Knowledge of fundraising compliance and best practice. A collaborative approach and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Why join the team - You will be part of a friendly, inclusive, values-driven fundraising team working to improve the lives of people with a learning disability in the UK. Flexible working, generous holiday, a supportive learning culture and opportunities to develop your fundraising career. You will play a key role as the charity expands and improves the Individual Giving Program. The advert will close on 26 April with initial interviews held via Microsoft Teams shortly afterwards. We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications or once a suitable candidate has been identified. Benefits The charity offers an impressive range of benefits designed to support and reward employees to ensure that teams feel valued and appreciated. The benefits package offers 32 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro rata), along with a range of perks such as discounts at leading high-street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest-free loans, and many more exciting offerings. About The Organisation The charity's vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives. They're here to support people with a learning disability, their families and their carers. Fighting for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability to live in. Everyone works with people with a learning disability either providing support or advice, or alongside one another as colleagues. Belonging is for everyone, every day, everywhere. Everyone is expected to treat people well and make it an inclusive organisation. Every day we grow and learn. It's okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves. There are Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long- term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies. Everyone is encouraged to apply and there are a variety of different contract types and working patterns on offer. They're not looking for specific experience. It is your personality and values that will make you a great colleague. You will have training and development to help you to succeed in the role you're applying for. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
WILLOW FOUNDATION
Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
Reporting to : Community & Challenge Events Manager Hours : Full time, Monday to Friday, normal office hours are 9:00 to 5:00, 37.5 hours per week. Flexibility is available around start and finish times Location: Hybrid working Minimum 40% of working time to be spent in the office based in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire. Includes occasional local, regional and national travel. We are looking for an enthusiastic and ambitious fundraiser with a track-record in income generation. This role forms an integral part of the Community & Challenge team, a small team that works with supporters including individuals, local businesses, schools, our beneficiaries, and community groups. Job purpose To develop community fundraising activity and campaigns to support Willow s strategic income goals. To work across Community and Challenge Events to deliver agreed financial and non-financial targets. To proactively develop relationships within the community including companies, schools, groups and organisations to raise income and awareness. Develop innovative fundraising initiatives with the Senior Community Fundraiser informed by sector insights and trends. Contribute to the successful delivery of Community, Challenge, and wider Fundraising Team targets. Main duties/responsibilities To support and deliver the Community Fundraising strategy within agreed budgets to achieve financial and non-financial targets. To raise awareness of our work and to inspire support through the following activities: To steward our network of fundraising supporters to maintain engagement and build loyalty, by providing a highly personalised approach to supporting Willow s fundraisers ensuring our supporters receive a positive experience throughout their fundraising activity, including sending thank you communications and ongoing stewardship. 25% To develop proactive relationships with various organisations within the community setting, including, schools, societies, community groups and companies. 25% To deliver presentations to a variety of community audiences. 5% To organise and deliver a calendar of fundraising activity that creates opportunities for supporters to help Willow. Ensure participation and income targets are achieved. 10% To develop the charity s social media fundraising activity in collaboration with the wider team.10% Collaborate closely with the Communications Team, to help plan and develop multi-channel campaigns including on and offline activity that inspire and engage people. 5% To work with the Communications Team to produce campaign materials, share interesting stories and fundraising updates. Prepare content for newsletters, website, and social media. 5% To develop a team of volunteers to support fundraising activity. This could include delivering talks, attending events, and promoting Willow at community events. 10% To foster relationships with Willow s network of charity shops and explore collaborative opportunities to mutually support each other's initiatives. 5% To ensure accurate recording of supporter information and reporting on activity through: Updating the charity s database, Raisers Edge (RE) recording all donor contact and fundraising activity. Using RE as a tool to aid fundraising using data insight and reporting To prepare end of campaign reports to improve results for future campaigns and capture learnings. To prepare regular income reports and updates as required. To keep up- to- date and comply with the rules as set by the Fundraising Regulator, GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and other relevant legislation and codes of practice and good practice. To keep up to date with changes and trends in the UK fundraising environment To undertake any other tasks required. Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience Essential Demonstrable experience in Community Fundraising Proven record of accomplishment in delivering and meeting targets Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative Well organised with attention to detail Ability to inspire and influence others to support Willow Ability to develop, motivate and manage individuals and groups of individuals Ability to manage several projects and tasks simultaneously and skilled at prioritising Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills Effective negotiating and influencing skills Strong numeracy skills Decisive problem solver with the ability to adapt easily to change Innovative outlook and a willingness to suggest new ideas. Desirable Experience of producing fundraising reports for activity and outcomes Experience in delivering fundraising campaigns and initiatives Fundraising database experience preferably Raiser s Edge Experience of working in the charity / fundraising sector. Other Regular travel across the county (occasional national travel) will be required. Willing to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends as required. Full driving license and access to a car Special Conditions Essential Able to work irregular (unsociable) hours and weekends where necessary.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Reporting to : Community & Challenge Events Manager Hours : Full time, Monday to Friday, normal office hours are 9:00 to 5:00, 37.5 hours per week. Flexibility is available around start and finish times Location: Hybrid working Minimum 40% of working time to be spent in the office based in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire. Includes occasional local, regional and national travel. We are looking for an enthusiastic and ambitious fundraiser with a track-record in income generation. This role forms an integral part of the Community & Challenge team, a small team that works with supporters including individuals, local businesses, schools, our beneficiaries, and community groups. Job purpose To develop community fundraising activity and campaigns to support Willow s strategic income goals. To work across Community and Challenge Events to deliver agreed financial and non-financial targets. To proactively develop relationships within the community including companies, schools, groups and organisations to raise income and awareness. Develop innovative fundraising initiatives with the Senior Community Fundraiser informed by sector insights and trends. Contribute to the successful delivery of Community, Challenge, and wider Fundraising Team targets. Main duties/responsibilities To support and deliver the Community Fundraising strategy within agreed budgets to achieve financial and non-financial targets. To raise awareness of our work and to inspire support through the following activities: To steward our network of fundraising supporters to maintain engagement and build loyalty, by providing a highly personalised approach to supporting Willow s fundraisers ensuring our supporters receive a positive experience throughout their fundraising activity, including sending thank you communications and ongoing stewardship. 25% To develop proactive relationships with various organisations within the community setting, including, schools, societies, community groups and companies. 25% To deliver presentations to a variety of community audiences. 5% To organise and deliver a calendar of fundraising activity that creates opportunities for supporters to help Willow. Ensure participation and income targets are achieved. 10% To develop the charity s social media fundraising activity in collaboration with the wider team.10% Collaborate closely with the Communications Team, to help plan and develop multi-channel campaigns including on and offline activity that inspire and engage people. 5% To work with the Communications Team to produce campaign materials, share interesting stories and fundraising updates. Prepare content for newsletters, website, and social media. 5% To develop a team of volunteers to support fundraising activity. This could include delivering talks, attending events, and promoting Willow at community events. 10% To foster relationships with Willow s network of charity shops and explore collaborative opportunities to mutually support each other's initiatives. 5% To ensure accurate recording of supporter information and reporting on activity through: Updating the charity s database, Raisers Edge (RE) recording all donor contact and fundraising activity. Using RE as a tool to aid fundraising using data insight and reporting To prepare end of campaign reports to improve results for future campaigns and capture learnings. To prepare regular income reports and updates as required. To keep up- to- date and comply with the rules as set by the Fundraising Regulator, GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and other relevant legislation and codes of practice and good practice. To keep up to date with changes and trends in the UK fundraising environment To undertake any other tasks required. Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience Essential Demonstrable experience in Community Fundraising Proven record of accomplishment in delivering and meeting targets Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative Well organised with attention to detail Ability to inspire and influence others to support Willow Ability to develop, motivate and manage individuals and groups of individuals Ability to manage several projects and tasks simultaneously and skilled at prioritising Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills Effective negotiating and influencing skills Strong numeracy skills Decisive problem solver with the ability to adapt easily to change Innovative outlook and a willingness to suggest new ideas. Desirable Experience of producing fundraising reports for activity and outcomes Experience in delivering fundraising campaigns and initiatives Fundraising database experience preferably Raiser s Edge Experience of working in the charity / fundraising sector. Other Regular travel across the county (occasional national travel) will be required. Willing to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends as required. Full driving license and access to a car Special Conditions Essential Able to work irregular (unsociable) hours and weekends where necessary.
Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
About Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis (APF) is the UK s leading patient charity dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by pulmonary fibrosis. Our mission is underpinned by values of compassionate, bold, expert and collaborative. We believe in creating a supportive environment in which both our employees and beneficiaries can thrive. Founded in 2013 by people affected by PF and clinicians, APF has grown into a respected national charity rooted in community and evidence. We provide trusted information and support, help a growing network of support groups, campaign to improve access to care and invest in research to bring hope of new treatments. APF strives to be an organisation of equity and inclusion, welcoming people from all backgrounds our team and volunteers aim to reflect the diverse communities we serve. We have just launched an ambitious five-year strategy (), co-created with the PF community, which focuses on expanding support, transforming care, and accelerating research. This strategy marks a step change with a clearer focus, stronger delivery model and greater ambition to ensure no one faces pulmonary fibrosis alone. Role purpose The Senior Challenge Fundraising Officer will lead the delivery and growth of APF s third-party and mass participation challenge events portfolio. This role exists to significantly grow income and participation by managing end-to-end third-party challenge events, developing community-facing charity-owned fundraising products and delivering excellent supporter stewardship Working closely with the Head of Fundraising and colleagues across Communications, Services and the Operations Team, you will increase recruitment, empower supporters to raise ambitious funds, and create journeys that encourage long-term engagement with APF. Success in this role means more people fundraising for APF, raising more income and feeling valued, supported and inspired to stay connected to our mission. Key Responsibilities 1. Grow participation in third party Manage the full lifecycle of third-party and mass participation challenge events, from planning and recruitment through to stewardship and re engagement. Develop and execute creative marketing strategies to boost participation and attract new event participants. Draft engaging promotional content that inspires and engages our supporters in collaboration with the Communications team. Promote third-party events proactively across relevant channels and networks. Work with the wider Fundraising team to improve and refine the stewardship journey for challenge participants to maximise the participant experience. Identify and pursue opportunities to grow participation in new and existing events. Attend key events as required, managing on-the day logistics and volunteer coordination. 2. Community Product Development Work with Head of Fundraising to shape and improve APF s fundraising offer and remote products. Test and refine new fundraising concepts that increase accessibility and broaden participation. Work collaboratively across teams to ensure our community fundraising products align with wider campaigns and strategic priorities. 3. Income growth and fundraiser mpowerment Inspire participants to achieve ambitious fundraising targets through engaging, creative communications. Develop and enhance fundraising materials, including participant packs and digital resources to support our fundraisers. Use insight and sector trends to identify opportunities to boost event visibility and maximise fundraising efforts. Monitor fundraising performance to ensure we re meeting targets and delivering strong ROI on our challenge activities. 4. Stewardship and re-engagement Foster personal connections with supporters through thoughtful, tailored stewardship that keeps them engaged and feeling valued. Create clear re-engagement plans to encourage repeat participation and long-term loyalty. Collaborate with wider Fundraising and Services teams to support acquisition and ensure our supporters have a smooth, high-quality supporter journey. Represent APF publicly when required, acting as a confident ambassador for the charity at events and in public settings. 5. Data, insight and compliance Support on the management of CRM data to enable accurate segmentation, performance tracking and reporting. Monitor recruitment, participation, income and ROI to help inform future planning and improvements. Maintain up-to-date knowledge with GDPR regulations and compliance and ensure personal data is handled responsibly and securely. Work closely with the Governance and Operations Manager to ensure our fundraising activities are fully compliant with GDPR and the Code of Fundraising Practice. How to apply Please submit a CV and a covering letter (maximum of two pages) highlighting your skills and suitability to the role, reflecting the key responsibilities in the job description. First stage interviews to be held virtually on 1st May 2026, second stage interviews to be held at the Peterborough office on 8th May 2026.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
About Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis (APF) is the UK s leading patient charity dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by pulmonary fibrosis. Our mission is underpinned by values of compassionate, bold, expert and collaborative. We believe in creating a supportive environment in which both our employees and beneficiaries can thrive. Founded in 2013 by people affected by PF and clinicians, APF has grown into a respected national charity rooted in community and evidence. We provide trusted information and support, help a growing network of support groups, campaign to improve access to care and invest in research to bring hope of new treatments. APF strives to be an organisation of equity and inclusion, welcoming people from all backgrounds our team and volunteers aim to reflect the diverse communities we serve. We have just launched an ambitious five-year strategy (), co-created with the PF community, which focuses on expanding support, transforming care, and accelerating research. This strategy marks a step change with a clearer focus, stronger delivery model and greater ambition to ensure no one faces pulmonary fibrosis alone. Role purpose The Senior Challenge Fundraising Officer will lead the delivery and growth of APF s third-party and mass participation challenge events portfolio. This role exists to significantly grow income and participation by managing end-to-end third-party challenge events, developing community-facing charity-owned fundraising products and delivering excellent supporter stewardship Working closely with the Head of Fundraising and colleagues across Communications, Services and the Operations Team, you will increase recruitment, empower supporters to raise ambitious funds, and create journeys that encourage long-term engagement with APF. Success in this role means more people fundraising for APF, raising more income and feeling valued, supported and inspired to stay connected to our mission. Key Responsibilities 1. Grow participation in third party Manage the full lifecycle of third-party and mass participation challenge events, from planning and recruitment through to stewardship and re engagement. Develop and execute creative marketing strategies to boost participation and attract new event participants. Draft engaging promotional content that inspires and engages our supporters in collaboration with the Communications team. Promote third-party events proactively across relevant channels and networks. Work with the wider Fundraising team to improve and refine the stewardship journey for challenge participants to maximise the participant experience. Identify and pursue opportunities to grow participation in new and existing events. Attend key events as required, managing on-the day logistics and volunteer coordination. 2. Community Product Development Work with Head of Fundraising to shape and improve APF s fundraising offer and remote products. Test and refine new fundraising concepts that increase accessibility and broaden participation. Work collaboratively across teams to ensure our community fundraising products align with wider campaigns and strategic priorities. 3. Income growth and fundraiser mpowerment Inspire participants to achieve ambitious fundraising targets through engaging, creative communications. Develop and enhance fundraising materials, including participant packs and digital resources to support our fundraisers. Use insight and sector trends to identify opportunities to boost event visibility and maximise fundraising efforts. Monitor fundraising performance to ensure we re meeting targets and delivering strong ROI on our challenge activities. 4. Stewardship and re-engagement Foster personal connections with supporters through thoughtful, tailored stewardship that keeps them engaged and feeling valued. Create clear re-engagement plans to encourage repeat participation and long-term loyalty. Collaborate with wider Fundraising and Services teams to support acquisition and ensure our supporters have a smooth, high-quality supporter journey. Represent APF publicly when required, acting as a confident ambassador for the charity at events and in public settings. 5. Data, insight and compliance Support on the management of CRM data to enable accurate segmentation, performance tracking and reporting. Monitor recruitment, participation, income and ROI to help inform future planning and improvements. Maintain up-to-date knowledge with GDPR regulations and compliance and ensure personal data is handled responsibly and securely. Work closely with the Governance and Operations Manager to ensure our fundraising activities are fully compliant with GDPR and the Code of Fundraising Practice. How to apply Please submit a CV and a covering letter (maximum of two pages) highlighting your skills and suitability to the role, reflecting the key responsibilities in the job description. First stage interviews to be held virtually on 1st May 2026, second stage interviews to be held at the Peterborough office on 8th May 2026.
Salary: £31,000 - £34,500 Contract: Permanent Location: Hybrid (1 day pcm in Peterborough) Closing date: 29 th April Benefits: Flexible working policies, free gym membership at Peterborough office, life assurance We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Challenge Fundraising Officer to join a UK-wide health charity dedicated to improving the lives of people and families affected by a serious, life limiting lung condition. Reporting to the Head of Fundraising , this role sits within an ambitious and growing fundraising team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced challenge or mass participation fundraiser who is motivated by growth, creativity and supporter experience. You will play a leading role in expanding the charity s challenge events portfolio at a pivotal time, contributing to a new five year strategy that places income growth, inclusion and long term supporter engagement at its heart. As part of this exciting role, you will lead the delivery and growth of third party and mass participation challenge events, managing the full supporter journey from recruitment through to stewardship and re?engagement. You will use insight and data to monitor performance, improve ROI and refine future activity, this is a great opportunity to develop your skillset. To be successful as the Senior Challenge Fundraising Officer you will need: Proven experience in third party or mass participation challenge fundraising A strong track record of growing participation and income Confidence using CRM systems and fundraising data to track performance Interviews virtual 1st or 4th May Second stage in person - 8th May or 11th If you would like to discuss this role with us please email your CV to or contact us and quote the reference 2952AJ. Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency. If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Salary: £31,000 - £34,500 Contract: Permanent Location: Hybrid (1 day pcm in Peterborough) Closing date: 29 th April Benefits: Flexible working policies, free gym membership at Peterborough office, life assurance We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Challenge Fundraising Officer to join a UK-wide health charity dedicated to improving the lives of people and families affected by a serious, life limiting lung condition. Reporting to the Head of Fundraising , this role sits within an ambitious and growing fundraising team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced challenge or mass participation fundraiser who is motivated by growth, creativity and supporter experience. You will play a leading role in expanding the charity s challenge events portfolio at a pivotal time, contributing to a new five year strategy that places income growth, inclusion and long term supporter engagement at its heart. As part of this exciting role, you will lead the delivery and growth of third party and mass participation challenge events, managing the full supporter journey from recruitment through to stewardship and re?engagement. You will use insight and data to monitor performance, improve ROI and refine future activity, this is a great opportunity to develop your skillset. To be successful as the Senior Challenge Fundraising Officer you will need: Proven experience in third party or mass participation challenge fundraising A strong track record of growing participation and income Confidence using CRM systems and fundraising data to track performance Interviews virtual 1st or 4th May Second stage in person - 8th May or 11th If you would like to discuss this role with us please email your CV to or contact us and quote the reference 2952AJ. Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency. If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
Employment Type: Full time Location: Remote, UK or Ireland Salary: £62,000 - £72,000 (GBP)25 days holiday plus other benefits. Closing: 9:00am, 4th May 2026 BST Job Description About GLAN GLAN is an independent non-profit organisation made up of lawyers, investigators and campaigners. We pursue legal action against powerful actors involved in serious human rights violations and environmental harms, working across borders with international and local grassroots organisations. Our vision is justice across borders. We are a fully remote team - our committed colleagues are spread across multiple countries, and we have offices in Ireland and the UK. We currently work across three key focus areas: Accountability for Atrocity Crimes Environment and Climate Litigation Abuses in Value Chains About the role The Chief Operating Officer at GLAN will play a crucial role in steering the team in the successful implementation of the charity's organisational strategy, and will be responsible for ensuring the day-to-day smooth running of the organisation - in order to build a sustainable, compliant, resilient and well-governed organisation. The ideal candidate We are looking for an experienced leader with a proven track-record of delivering financial oversight and overseeing complex budgets and projects to completion in a fast-paced environment. We are looking for someone who possesses excellent people skills, who is emotionally intelligent and can guide a dynamic team remotely. The Chief Operating Officer will be responsible for the delivery of core services and will manage a core team of staff to deliver Finance, HR, Fundraising, Communications and Governance. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in a similar role, with in depth understanding of how charitable, purpose driven organisations operate. You must have excellent leadership skills, a solid grasp of data analysis and performance metrics, financial planning and budgeting skills, and an advanced understanding of business planning, budget and project management. Key Responsibilities Senior Leadership Lead the Senior Leadership team in the implementation of our revised organisational strategy . Ensure organisation-wide financial oversight and operational business planning. Provide guidance and support to GLAN's team. Deputise for the CEO when necessary and take ownership of high-level decision-making. Operational oversight Maintain operational oversight so that legal, advocacy, funding and finance align with GLAN's organisational strategy. Oversee and facilitate the flow of information between the legal and operational teams so that our legal case works aligns with finances, commitments to funders, team capacity, and communications plans. Ensure that systems enable on-going monitoring of expenditure so that fundraising and finance are aware of gaps/underspends. Help ensure cases/teams are sufficiently resourced in terms of staff capacity. Ensure joined up working, and provide strategic guidance when challenges arise. People and culture Provide strong leadership to ensure a professional and healthy working culture. Build on GLAN's existing commitments to a working culture that is in line with our values, overseeing team-wide consistency to HR line-management, 1:1's, annual 360 reviews and performance. Oversee recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and staff development and staff feedback. Ensure policies on anti-racism, equality, diversity, inclusion and wellbeing are embedded in how we work. Support the embedding of GLAN's values across GLAN's work. Oversee relationship and dialogue between GLAN's SLT and Trade Union representatives. Governance and Board relationships Lead on ensuring that GLAN is compliant with our legal, regulatory, health & safety, data protection / GDPR and employment law obligations. Ensure we have all necessary policies in place and take the lead on coordinating the establishment and review of existing and further policies. Oversee the regular review of GLAN's risk management frameworks and our risk register. Oversee GLAN's governance structures (internal reporting, Board meetings etc.), ensuring decisions are well informed and documented. Financial oversight Oversee financial operations: budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, expenditure controls, financial reporting, payroll. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, audit requirements and donor / funder financial reporting obligations. Manage relationships with external accountants, auditors, banks, and financial service providers. Ensure best practices are followed and financial risk is identified and managed appropriately. Operations Ensure the smooth running of IT, data protection, office management. Managing relationships with our external providers. Person Specification Essential Minimum of 8 years of experience in senior leadership roles, delivering successful organisational financial oversight- with expertise in business planning and complex project management. Demonstrable experience of high-level budgeting, forecasting, auditing, proven accountability for ensuring financial sustainability and compliance. Minimum of 10 year's line management experience. Excellent strategic thinking and planning skills, able to bridge between high-level strategy and operational detail. Sound judgement, risk-management and governance experience; familiarity with compliance, data protection / GDPR, employment law etc. Exceptionally organised and able to manage multiple priorities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present complex operational, financial or legal information clearly. Strong collaborative approach, ability to work across teams, offer guidance to other senior level staff, and clear people management skills. Expertise in ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures, particularly in the charity sector. Understanding of UK charity law and governance, including experience with Board of Trustees. Aptitude in decision making and problem solving, and confidence in providing guidance to boards and CEO. Warm, people-centred and positive approach. Emotionally intelligent, able to self-reflect, be honest and conduct open conversations with sensitivity. Solution-orientated, able to anticipate and resolve challenges. Strong alignment with GLAN's values and our mission. Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and committed to GLAN's ongoing anti-racist learning and practice. Commitment to developing an organisational culture in which our team thrives and we can achieve meaningful impact in our work. Ability to handle difficult situations and handle confidential information. Ability to balance GLAN's operational priorities with our values. Desirable Experience of operating in non-profit / mission-driven / legal organisations. Previous experience working in a human rights or environmental protection focussed setting. Legal or compliance experience. Experience of change management and scaling teams or systems. Experience of hybrid / remote team leadership . Experience of supporting culture building. Experience of working to decolonial commitments. Experience of delivering organisational change programmes. Legal or compliance experience. Experience of change management and scaling teams or systems. Experience of hybrid / remote team leadership Commitment to equity, learning and continuous improvement. Knowledge of HR practices and employment law. Fundraising experience. Accountancy qualification, Leadership or management qualifications, Project management qualifications e.g. Prince2 Our values Decolonial - We are committed to building decolonial, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive approaches at GLAN. Collective Power - We believe lasting change is built through collective action and power sharing. Responsive - Working across interconnected global systems that are ever in flux, we aim to be adaptable, nimble and responsive to make the biggest impact we can. Steadfast - We know the kind of change we want to see won't happen overnight, that's why we strongly value patience and persistence. Self-Reflective - We recognise the power and privilege we hold as an organization. We're committed to fostering a culture of honesty, reflection, and continuous learning, constantly examining how we work within the system and why to help us strengthen both our organisation and the movements we support work within the system. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion We particularly welcome applications from candidates with lived experience of the issues that GLAN works on. We strongly encourage applications from disabled candidates, older candidates, and Black and racially minoritised candidates, who are currently underrepresented in our organisation. We use an anonymised recruitment process to ensure fairness . click apply for full job details
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Employment Type: Full time Location: Remote, UK or Ireland Salary: £62,000 - £72,000 (GBP)25 days holiday plus other benefits. Closing: 9:00am, 4th May 2026 BST Job Description About GLAN GLAN is an independent non-profit organisation made up of lawyers, investigators and campaigners. We pursue legal action against powerful actors involved in serious human rights violations and environmental harms, working across borders with international and local grassroots organisations. Our vision is justice across borders. We are a fully remote team - our committed colleagues are spread across multiple countries, and we have offices in Ireland and the UK. We currently work across three key focus areas: Accountability for Atrocity Crimes Environment and Climate Litigation Abuses in Value Chains About the role The Chief Operating Officer at GLAN will play a crucial role in steering the team in the successful implementation of the charity's organisational strategy, and will be responsible for ensuring the day-to-day smooth running of the organisation - in order to build a sustainable, compliant, resilient and well-governed organisation. The ideal candidate We are looking for an experienced leader with a proven track-record of delivering financial oversight and overseeing complex budgets and projects to completion in a fast-paced environment. We are looking for someone who possesses excellent people skills, who is emotionally intelligent and can guide a dynamic team remotely. The Chief Operating Officer will be responsible for the delivery of core services and will manage a core team of staff to deliver Finance, HR, Fundraising, Communications and Governance. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in a similar role, with in depth understanding of how charitable, purpose driven organisations operate. You must have excellent leadership skills, a solid grasp of data analysis and performance metrics, financial planning and budgeting skills, and an advanced understanding of business planning, budget and project management. Key Responsibilities Senior Leadership Lead the Senior Leadership team in the implementation of our revised organisational strategy . Ensure organisation-wide financial oversight and operational business planning. Provide guidance and support to GLAN's team. Deputise for the CEO when necessary and take ownership of high-level decision-making. Operational oversight Maintain operational oversight so that legal, advocacy, funding and finance align with GLAN's organisational strategy. Oversee and facilitate the flow of information between the legal and operational teams so that our legal case works aligns with finances, commitments to funders, team capacity, and communications plans. Ensure that systems enable on-going monitoring of expenditure so that fundraising and finance are aware of gaps/underspends. Help ensure cases/teams are sufficiently resourced in terms of staff capacity. Ensure joined up working, and provide strategic guidance when challenges arise. People and culture Provide strong leadership to ensure a professional and healthy working culture. Build on GLAN's existing commitments to a working culture that is in line with our values, overseeing team-wide consistency to HR line-management, 1:1's, annual 360 reviews and performance. Oversee recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and staff development and staff feedback. Ensure policies on anti-racism, equality, diversity, inclusion and wellbeing are embedded in how we work. Support the embedding of GLAN's values across GLAN's work. Oversee relationship and dialogue between GLAN's SLT and Trade Union representatives. Governance and Board relationships Lead on ensuring that GLAN is compliant with our legal, regulatory, health & safety, data protection / GDPR and employment law obligations. Ensure we have all necessary policies in place and take the lead on coordinating the establishment and review of existing and further policies. Oversee the regular review of GLAN's risk management frameworks and our risk register. Oversee GLAN's governance structures (internal reporting, Board meetings etc.), ensuring decisions are well informed and documented. Financial oversight Oversee financial operations: budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, expenditure controls, financial reporting, payroll. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, audit requirements and donor / funder financial reporting obligations. Manage relationships with external accountants, auditors, banks, and financial service providers. Ensure best practices are followed and financial risk is identified and managed appropriately. Operations Ensure the smooth running of IT, data protection, office management. Managing relationships with our external providers. Person Specification Essential Minimum of 8 years of experience in senior leadership roles, delivering successful organisational financial oversight- with expertise in business planning and complex project management. Demonstrable experience of high-level budgeting, forecasting, auditing, proven accountability for ensuring financial sustainability and compliance. Minimum of 10 year's line management experience. Excellent strategic thinking and planning skills, able to bridge between high-level strategy and operational detail. Sound judgement, risk-management and governance experience; familiarity with compliance, data protection / GDPR, employment law etc. Exceptionally organised and able to manage multiple priorities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present complex operational, financial or legal information clearly. Strong collaborative approach, ability to work across teams, offer guidance to other senior level staff, and clear people management skills. Expertise in ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures, particularly in the charity sector. Understanding of UK charity law and governance, including experience with Board of Trustees. Aptitude in decision making and problem solving, and confidence in providing guidance to boards and CEO. Warm, people-centred and positive approach. Emotionally intelligent, able to self-reflect, be honest and conduct open conversations with sensitivity. Solution-orientated, able to anticipate and resolve challenges. Strong alignment with GLAN's values and our mission. Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and committed to GLAN's ongoing anti-racist learning and practice. Commitment to developing an organisational culture in which our team thrives and we can achieve meaningful impact in our work. Ability to handle difficult situations and handle confidential information. Ability to balance GLAN's operational priorities with our values. Desirable Experience of operating in non-profit / mission-driven / legal organisations. Previous experience working in a human rights or environmental protection focussed setting. Legal or compliance experience. Experience of change management and scaling teams or systems. Experience of hybrid / remote team leadership . Experience of supporting culture building. Experience of working to decolonial commitments. Experience of delivering organisational change programmes. Legal or compliance experience. Experience of change management and scaling teams or systems. Experience of hybrid / remote team leadership Commitment to equity, learning and continuous improvement. Knowledge of HR practices and employment law. Fundraising experience. Accountancy qualification, Leadership or management qualifications, Project management qualifications e.g. Prince2 Our values Decolonial - We are committed to building decolonial, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive approaches at GLAN. Collective Power - We believe lasting change is built through collective action and power sharing. Responsive - Working across interconnected global systems that are ever in flux, we aim to be adaptable, nimble and responsive to make the biggest impact we can. Steadfast - We know the kind of change we want to see won't happen overnight, that's why we strongly value patience and persistence. Self-Reflective - We recognise the power and privilege we hold as an organization. We're committed to fostering a culture of honesty, reflection, and continuous learning, constantly examining how we work within the system and why to help us strengthen both our organisation and the movements we support work within the system. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion We particularly welcome applications from candidates with lived experience of the issues that GLAN works on. We strongly encourage applications from disabled candidates, older candidates, and Black and racially minoritised candidates, who are currently underrepresented in our organisation. We use an anonymised recruitment process to ensure fairness . click apply for full job details
Surrey Community Action Chief Executive Officer 35 hours per week, mostly office based but with some scope for working remotely. Based in Burpham, Guildford, Surrey The role is subject to a satisfactory DBS check. £62,000 for a 35-hour week 5% employers pension contribution 25 days annual leave plus three days over Christmas Employee Assistance Programme About Surrey Community Action Surrey Community Action supports Surrey's voluntary sector, the diverse communities of Surrey, and other organisations who seek to work with either. We ensure that non-voluntary sector stakeholders understand the value of our sector and how to work together to achieve shared objectives. We provide services to Surrey's voluntary sector that increase their effectiveness or fill gaps in their capability, capacity, and resilience. Services to the Surrey's Communities and we provide services directly to Surrey's communities that support community action and address unsupported needs. About The Role We are seeking a new Chief Executive to join us at an ideal time to complete and implement our emerging new strategy and direct Surrey Community Action into a bright future. As Chief Executive Officer, you will have the scope and authority to shape strategy, influence policy, empower Surrey's voluntary sector, and champion rural communities, working closely with a committed Board, and experienced staff team. You will be the organisation's lead ambassador, building trusted relationships with partners, funders and decision makers, and ensuring the organisation's voice is heard at local, regional and national level. You will also play a critical role in leading change and transformation within the charity - strengthening systems, diversifying income and evolving how the organisation works so it remains resilient, relevant and impactful in a fast changing environment. This is a role for someone who enjoys balancing big picture thinking with practical delivery, and who can bring people with them through periods of transition. If you are motivated to improve the capability, capacity and resilience of the Surrey's voluntary sector, communities and residents; if you thrive in complex and changing stakeholder environments; and if you are excited by the challenge of leading an organisation through its next phase of growth and influence, this role is for you. No two days will be the same, but there are some core parts of this role. Strategic Leadership & Organisational Direction You will lead the delivery of a clear, compelling organisational strategy, adapting it in response to an evolving operating environment and ensuring the organisation remains agile, future focused and well positioned within the voluntary and community sectors. Board Partnership & Governance You will work collaboratively with the Board of Trustees, providing high quality insight, advice and assurance on strategy, finance, risk, governance and compliance, and then supporting effective Board decision making through clear reporting, analysis and professional guidance. Leadership of People & Culture You will lead, inspire and support the staff team through a transparent, inclusive and empowering management style, creating a high performance culture rooted in trust, accountability, equality, diversity and wellbeing. Change Management & Organisational Development You will be a skilled change manager, leading transformation in response to evolving funding landscapes, policy shifts, technology and community needs, designing and implementing systems, structures and processes that strengthen organisational effectiveness and resilience. Ambassadorial Role, Advocacy & External Relations You will be the public face of the organisation, representing it with credibility, passion and authority, and building strong, influential relationships with funders, partners, policymakers, communities and stakeholders. About You The purpose of the Chief Executive Officer's role is to guide and plan the strategic development and overall direction of the organisation, providing strong leadership and co-ordination to ensure the aims, strategic objectives and priorities of the organisation are achieved. To do this, we need someone who embodies the following attributes, skills and experience. You will have: Senior leadership experience within a voluntary, community, public or values led organisation, with accountability for strategy, performance and resources. Proven experience of working effectively with a Board or trustees Demonstrable success in leading and managing organisational change, including restructuring, service development or cultural transformation. Experience in fundraising, income generation and business development Experience of financial leadership, including budgeting, financial planning, income generation and managing funding agreements or contracts. A strong track record of external engagement, partnership working and representation at senior level. People management experience, supporting a compact team delivering diverse projects. Excellent communication skills (including social media) and governance literacy. It will be a distinct advantage to have familiarity with Local Government Reorganisation and devolution, ideally in a county like Surrey. You will be: Motivated, motivating and dynamic An effective communicator (including social media) with good network contacts, especially in the VCSE sector and across local government A strong team builder, able to develop, encourage and support colleagues in making the most of their experience and skillsets and to feel confident in their abilities A visionary leader who is able to embrace and manage change through strategic creativity and innovation, while also able to pay attention to detail when necessary. Ideally, you will also be able to demonstrate understanding of charity governance, compliance and safeguarding. Calm and confident under pressure with an evidence-based approach to prioritising finite resources. These attributes, skills and experience will make you stand out, but even if you do not match all the criteria below, we still want to hear about you and what you can offer. The Nuts and Bolts The role is a permanent contract for 35 hours per week, mostly office based but with some scope for working remotely. Our offices are in Guildford, Surrey We are committed to continued professional development and will support you to develop your skills even further. The role is subject to a satisfactory DBS check. The salary for this post is £62,000 for a 35-hour week. We also offer: 5% employers pension contribution Employee Assistance Programme 25 days holiday with an additional three days between Christmas and New Year, as well as all English Bank Holidays For a full application pack, please visit our recruitment page . If you would like an informal conversation about the role and whether it is right for you , please contact our Office Manager, Liza Campbell on or email to arrange an informal conversation with the outgoing Chief Executive Officer. To apply for this position, please send an up-to-date CV and a covering statement highlighting how your skills and experience matches our needs to Liza, as above. Deadline for applications is Sunday 26 April, 11:59pm. First round interviews will take place at our Guildford offices during the week of 11 May 2026 with selected candidates being invited to a second interview on Tuesday 19 May. We can only accept applications from candidates with the right to work in the UK.
Apr 17, 2026
Full time
Surrey Community Action Chief Executive Officer 35 hours per week, mostly office based but with some scope for working remotely. Based in Burpham, Guildford, Surrey The role is subject to a satisfactory DBS check. £62,000 for a 35-hour week 5% employers pension contribution 25 days annual leave plus three days over Christmas Employee Assistance Programme About Surrey Community Action Surrey Community Action supports Surrey's voluntary sector, the diverse communities of Surrey, and other organisations who seek to work with either. We ensure that non-voluntary sector stakeholders understand the value of our sector and how to work together to achieve shared objectives. We provide services to Surrey's voluntary sector that increase their effectiveness or fill gaps in their capability, capacity, and resilience. Services to the Surrey's Communities and we provide services directly to Surrey's communities that support community action and address unsupported needs. About The Role We are seeking a new Chief Executive to join us at an ideal time to complete and implement our emerging new strategy and direct Surrey Community Action into a bright future. As Chief Executive Officer, you will have the scope and authority to shape strategy, influence policy, empower Surrey's voluntary sector, and champion rural communities, working closely with a committed Board, and experienced staff team. You will be the organisation's lead ambassador, building trusted relationships with partners, funders and decision makers, and ensuring the organisation's voice is heard at local, regional and national level. You will also play a critical role in leading change and transformation within the charity - strengthening systems, diversifying income and evolving how the organisation works so it remains resilient, relevant and impactful in a fast changing environment. This is a role for someone who enjoys balancing big picture thinking with practical delivery, and who can bring people with them through periods of transition. If you are motivated to improve the capability, capacity and resilience of the Surrey's voluntary sector, communities and residents; if you thrive in complex and changing stakeholder environments; and if you are excited by the challenge of leading an organisation through its next phase of growth and influence, this role is for you. No two days will be the same, but there are some core parts of this role. Strategic Leadership & Organisational Direction You will lead the delivery of a clear, compelling organisational strategy, adapting it in response to an evolving operating environment and ensuring the organisation remains agile, future focused and well positioned within the voluntary and community sectors. Board Partnership & Governance You will work collaboratively with the Board of Trustees, providing high quality insight, advice and assurance on strategy, finance, risk, governance and compliance, and then supporting effective Board decision making through clear reporting, analysis and professional guidance. Leadership of People & Culture You will lead, inspire and support the staff team through a transparent, inclusive and empowering management style, creating a high performance culture rooted in trust, accountability, equality, diversity and wellbeing. Change Management & Organisational Development You will be a skilled change manager, leading transformation in response to evolving funding landscapes, policy shifts, technology and community needs, designing and implementing systems, structures and processes that strengthen organisational effectiveness and resilience. Ambassadorial Role, Advocacy & External Relations You will be the public face of the organisation, representing it with credibility, passion and authority, and building strong, influential relationships with funders, partners, policymakers, communities and stakeholders. About You The purpose of the Chief Executive Officer's role is to guide and plan the strategic development and overall direction of the organisation, providing strong leadership and co-ordination to ensure the aims, strategic objectives and priorities of the organisation are achieved. To do this, we need someone who embodies the following attributes, skills and experience. You will have: Senior leadership experience within a voluntary, community, public or values led organisation, with accountability for strategy, performance and resources. Proven experience of working effectively with a Board or trustees Demonstrable success in leading and managing organisational change, including restructuring, service development or cultural transformation. Experience in fundraising, income generation and business development Experience of financial leadership, including budgeting, financial planning, income generation and managing funding agreements or contracts. A strong track record of external engagement, partnership working and representation at senior level. People management experience, supporting a compact team delivering diverse projects. Excellent communication skills (including social media) and governance literacy. It will be a distinct advantage to have familiarity with Local Government Reorganisation and devolution, ideally in a county like Surrey. You will be: Motivated, motivating and dynamic An effective communicator (including social media) with good network contacts, especially in the VCSE sector and across local government A strong team builder, able to develop, encourage and support colleagues in making the most of their experience and skillsets and to feel confident in their abilities A visionary leader who is able to embrace and manage change through strategic creativity and innovation, while also able to pay attention to detail when necessary. Ideally, you will also be able to demonstrate understanding of charity governance, compliance and safeguarding. Calm and confident under pressure with an evidence-based approach to prioritising finite resources. These attributes, skills and experience will make you stand out, but even if you do not match all the criteria below, we still want to hear about you and what you can offer. The Nuts and Bolts The role is a permanent contract for 35 hours per week, mostly office based but with some scope for working remotely. Our offices are in Guildford, Surrey We are committed to continued professional development and will support you to develop your skills even further. The role is subject to a satisfactory DBS check. The salary for this post is £62,000 for a 35-hour week. We also offer: 5% employers pension contribution Employee Assistance Programme 25 days holiday with an additional three days between Christmas and New Year, as well as all English Bank Holidays For a full application pack, please visit our recruitment page . If you would like an informal conversation about the role and whether it is right for you , please contact our Office Manager, Liza Campbell on or email to arrange an informal conversation with the outgoing Chief Executive Officer. To apply for this position, please send an up-to-date CV and a covering statement highlighting how your skills and experience matches our needs to Liza, as above. Deadline for applications is Sunday 26 April, 11:59pm. First round interviews will take place at our Guildford offices during the week of 11 May 2026 with selected candidates being invited to a second interview on Tuesday 19 May. We can only accept applications from candidates with the right to work in the UK.
Are you a dynamic and experienced fundraiser looking for your next big challenge? We are seeking a strategic, creative, and driven individual to lead the Individual Giving programme at a well-established and values driven charity, As Head of Individual Giving , you will report directly to the CEO and lead a passionate team dedicated to inspiring individuals to support the charity s mission. You ll shape and deliver multi-channel fundraising campaigns that grow the organisation donor base, deepen supporter relationships, and drive sustainable income. This is a senior leadership role with significant influence across the organisation. You ll collaborate closely with heads of other departments to ensure fundraising is aligned with the charity mission delivery, communications, and international programmes. As a Head of Individual Giving you will: Head the strategic development and delivery of all individual giving activity. Oversee a diverse portfolio of appeals, ensuring campaign success across acquisition, retention, and stewardship. Drive innovation in supporter engagement, including regular giving, legacy marketing, and donor journeys. Manage key relationships with creative agencies, suppliers, and contractors. Ensure compliance with GDPR, Fundraising Regulator standards, and internal policies. Lead and develop a small, dedicated team including the Individual Giving Manager, Supporter Care Officer, and CRM Data Entry Officer. Oversee the fundraising CRM (Salesforce), ensuring data is accurate, insightful, and utilised to shape campaigns. To be successful, you must have experience: Significant experience in Direct Marketing, ideally within a charity. Proven success in individual giving and campaign management. Strong understanding of CRM systems, ideally Salesforce. Experienced team leader with excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and budgets. Excellent communication and copywriting skills. Salary: £54,000 per annum Location: London, hybrid working , 2 days in the office Contract: Permanent Closing date: 5th November at 9am Interview: 1st round interview 12th November 2nd round interview (if required) 13th November Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP! As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Are you a dynamic and experienced fundraiser looking for your next big challenge? We are seeking a strategic, creative, and driven individual to lead the Individual Giving programme at a well-established and values driven charity, As Head of Individual Giving , you will report directly to the CEO and lead a passionate team dedicated to inspiring individuals to support the charity s mission. You ll shape and deliver multi-channel fundraising campaigns that grow the organisation donor base, deepen supporter relationships, and drive sustainable income. This is a senior leadership role with significant influence across the organisation. You ll collaborate closely with heads of other departments to ensure fundraising is aligned with the charity mission delivery, communications, and international programmes. As a Head of Individual Giving you will: Head the strategic development and delivery of all individual giving activity. Oversee a diverse portfolio of appeals, ensuring campaign success across acquisition, retention, and stewardship. Drive innovation in supporter engagement, including regular giving, legacy marketing, and donor journeys. Manage key relationships with creative agencies, suppliers, and contractors. Ensure compliance with GDPR, Fundraising Regulator standards, and internal policies. Lead and develop a small, dedicated team including the Individual Giving Manager, Supporter Care Officer, and CRM Data Entry Officer. Oversee the fundraising CRM (Salesforce), ensuring data is accurate, insightful, and utilised to shape campaigns. To be successful, you must have experience: Significant experience in Direct Marketing, ideally within a charity. Proven success in individual giving and campaign management. Strong understanding of CRM systems, ideally Salesforce. Experienced team leader with excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and budgets. Excellent communication and copywriting skills. Salary: £54,000 per annum Location: London, hybrid working , 2 days in the office Contract: Permanent Closing date: 5th November at 9am Interview: 1st round interview 12th November 2nd round interview (if required) 13th November Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP! As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
