The Prince of Wales Hospice in Pontefract provides care for people with a life limiting illness and their loved ones - giving them comfort, dignity and personalised care. Their specialist palliative care, wellbeing support and practical help is there to support families every step of the way. I ve pinched some more time The doctors are brilliant; they tell it how it is. But the care from them and the nurses, they just kept going, kept persisting with the antibiotics. I ve still got cancer, but now I ve pinched a bit more time. I ve got lucky. (patient) We ve had the time to find out and understand Mum s wishes. We ve gone from complete blind panic to feeling just a little more prepared. (family of a patient) The Prince of Wales Hospice help over 1,600 local people a year. Due to limited Government funding, income from donations are vital to continue providing their services, which are entirely free of charge to patients and their families. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a passionate and ambitious team in a brand-new role. Are you an experienced fundraiser looking to lead and manage a small team? If so this could be the role for you! The Role As Senior Relationships Fundraiser you will manage a team of 3, including a Relationships Fundraiser (Individual Gifts), Relationship Fundraiser (Trusts and Major Donors) and a Fundraising Administrator. You will report into the Fundraising Manager and be responsible for delivering income to target, in line with the fundraising strategy. The main duties include: Work with the wider Income Generation and Marketing teams to develop a fundraising strategy, continually sharing insights, leads and opportunities to promote effective growth. Lead the development of income from trusts and foundations, major donors, regular givers, direct mail appeals, gifts in memory and gifts in wills. Hold regular, supportive 1:1 meetings and bi-annual performance reviews. Ensure all fundraising adheres to legislation and follows best practice. The Person We are looking for someone with proven experience in an income generation role. You will ideally have knowledge and understanding of donor motivations and high value fundraising principles. Experience in developing donor journeys, campaigns or funding proposals would also be desirable. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are vital in this role, along with the ability to coach and lead a small team. Previous management experience would be advantageous but is not essential. You must be experienced working to targets, budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting. As Senior Relationship Fundraiser you will inform key decisions, so the ability to analyse data to is essential. Why Prince of Wales Hospice? The Prince of Wales Hospice pride themselves on staff development and their compassionate, collaborative culture, which creates a positive working environment. The charities strong values contribute to the huge difference they make in the local community. In their last staff survey the result showed: Over 97% of employees were satisfied with their job. Over 95% of employees enjoy working with the people in the organisation. Everyone felt proud to work for the hospice. Everyone enjoys the work they do in the hospice. This role is permanent and is based in the hospice in Pontefract. If this sounds like the type of role and charity that could suit the next phase of your career, then please get in touch. To register your interest please apply here, or for more information contact Leanne or Jen at Charity Horizons. Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format, such as audio or video upload, please contact either Leanne or Jen who will be happy to advise on this. Also, please let us know if you require any adaptations for your initial engagement with us. Please also be aware that we use anonymous recruitment methods when submitting shortlists for all our roles and we only work with organisations that are happy to engage with us in this way. Charity Horizons is an equal opportunities employer and as such actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable candidates irrespective of age, disability, hidden disability, race or national origin, religion or belief, gender, gender expression, political view, sexual orientation, medical condition, and pregnancy.
May 22, 2026
Full time
The Prince of Wales Hospice in Pontefract provides care for people with a life limiting illness and their loved ones - giving them comfort, dignity and personalised care. Their specialist palliative care, wellbeing support and practical help is there to support families every step of the way. I ve pinched some more time The doctors are brilliant; they tell it how it is. But the care from them and the nurses, they just kept going, kept persisting with the antibiotics. I ve still got cancer, but now I ve pinched a bit more time. I ve got lucky. (patient) We ve had the time to find out and understand Mum s wishes. We ve gone from complete blind panic to feeling just a little more prepared. (family of a patient) The Prince of Wales Hospice help over 1,600 local people a year. Due to limited Government funding, income from donations are vital to continue providing their services, which are entirely free of charge to patients and their families. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a passionate and ambitious team in a brand-new role. Are you an experienced fundraiser looking to lead and manage a small team? If so this could be the role for you! The Role As Senior Relationships Fundraiser you will manage a team of 3, including a Relationships Fundraiser (Individual Gifts), Relationship Fundraiser (Trusts and Major Donors) and a Fundraising Administrator. You will report into the Fundraising Manager and be responsible for delivering income to target, in line with the fundraising strategy. The main duties include: Work with the wider Income Generation and Marketing teams to develop a fundraising strategy, continually sharing insights, leads and opportunities to promote effective growth. Lead the development of income from trusts and foundations, major donors, regular givers, direct mail appeals, gifts in memory and gifts in wills. Hold regular, supportive 1:1 meetings and bi-annual performance reviews. Ensure all fundraising adheres to legislation and follows best practice. The Person We are looking for someone with proven experience in an income generation role. You will ideally have knowledge and understanding of donor motivations and high value fundraising principles. Experience in developing donor journeys, campaigns or funding proposals would also be desirable. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are vital in this role, along with the ability to coach and lead a small team. Previous management experience would be advantageous but is not essential. You must be experienced working to targets, budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting. As Senior Relationship Fundraiser you will inform key decisions, so the ability to analyse data to is essential. Why Prince of Wales Hospice? The Prince of Wales Hospice pride themselves on staff development and their compassionate, collaborative culture, which creates a positive working environment. The charities strong values contribute to the huge difference they make in the local community. In their last staff survey the result showed: Over 97% of employees were satisfied with their job. Over 95% of employees enjoy working with the people in the organisation. Everyone felt proud to work for the hospice. Everyone enjoys the work they do in the hospice. This role is permanent and is based in the hospice in Pontefract. If this sounds like the type of role and charity that could suit the next phase of your career, then please get in touch. To register your interest please apply here, or for more information contact Leanne or Jen at Charity Horizons. Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format, such as audio or video upload, please contact either Leanne or Jen who will be happy to advise on this. Also, please let us know if you require any adaptations for your initial engagement with us. Please also be aware that we use anonymous recruitment methods when submitting shortlists for all our roles and we only work with organisations that are happy to engage with us in this way. Charity Horizons is an equal opportunities employer and as such actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable candidates irrespective of age, disability, hidden disability, race or national origin, religion or belief, gender, gender expression, political view, sexual orientation, medical condition, and pregnancy.
Senior Individual Giving Officer Hybrid (with 2 days per week in our Alton office) Individual Giving Manager Permanent, 35 hours per week £30-35k per annum, dependant on experience (plus pension & generous annual leave) About Kidney Care UK 3.5 million people in the UK have chronic kidney disease (CKD), a diagnosis that can turn your world upside down. For 50 years, Kidney Care UK has been at the forefront of supporting people with kidney disease. From our early days when we campaigned to introduce donor cards in the UK, we have worked hard to support and represent the interests of everyone affected by this lifelong condition. We provide practical, emotional, and financial support for individuals and their families, while also working with healthcare professionals to improve care services and campaign for change. Kidney disease can affect anyone and there is no cure. We are here for the young and the old, for those struggling to make ends meet, for families and loved ones. We fight tirelessly, giving our total support, to improve the lives of kidney patients and their families. We ve grown significantly over recent years. But this is just the start we want to grow our income significantly in the next five years as part of our ambitious new strategy to ensure that the charity is fully sustainable so that we can support the 1000s of patients who need us every year. We ve been making quite a splash recently our Bloody Amazing Kidneys campaign has seen more than 200,000 people successfully complete our online kidney checker so they can understand their risk of kidney disease. Will you join us and help ensure that no one faces kidney disease alone? The role The Individual Giving team is responsible for driving growth and income sustainability across Individual Giving (one-off donations, Regular Giving, Lottery) In Memory Giving, Legacy Giving and Major Giving. This is an exciting role and it will suit somebody who enjoys working across our different fundraising products, with particular focus on one-off donations, Regular Giving and In Memory Giving. The role will focus on the acquisition and stewardship of donors, maintaining a fantastic donor journey for longer term engagement. The role holder will need to own and manage their workstreams, drawing on the expertise of other in-house teams from Marketing to Finance. The need for accuracy in data and administrative work requires the role holder to have a keen eye for detail and a respect for processes and regulations. What we offer Working at Kidney Care UK is incredibly rewarding and you will see the life-changing impact that the charity has on kidney patients and their families: Flexi-time we are flexible about start and finish times, and flexible about your location. Annual and Christmas leave we offer 25 days annual leave for full time employees plus bank holidays. We also close for three days between Christmas and New Year, and you don t need to take this from your annual leave allowance. Pension you ll be eligible for and auto-enrolled into a pension scheme where your employer will contribute 8% of your salary. Health cashback plan ability to claim back a wide variety of routine medical treatments. Employee Assistance Programme access to a wide variety of support including counselling, health resources and advice. Cycle2Work scheme
May 22, 2026
Full time
Senior Individual Giving Officer Hybrid (with 2 days per week in our Alton office) Individual Giving Manager Permanent, 35 hours per week £30-35k per annum, dependant on experience (plus pension & generous annual leave) About Kidney Care UK 3.5 million people in the UK have chronic kidney disease (CKD), a diagnosis that can turn your world upside down. For 50 years, Kidney Care UK has been at the forefront of supporting people with kidney disease. From our early days when we campaigned to introduce donor cards in the UK, we have worked hard to support and represent the interests of everyone affected by this lifelong condition. We provide practical, emotional, and financial support for individuals and their families, while also working with healthcare professionals to improve care services and campaign for change. Kidney disease can affect anyone and there is no cure. We are here for the young and the old, for those struggling to make ends meet, for families and loved ones. We fight tirelessly, giving our total support, to improve the lives of kidney patients and their families. We ve grown significantly over recent years. But this is just the start we want to grow our income significantly in the next five years as part of our ambitious new strategy to ensure that the charity is fully sustainable so that we can support the 1000s of patients who need us every year. We ve been making quite a splash recently our Bloody Amazing Kidneys campaign has seen more than 200,000 people successfully complete our online kidney checker so they can understand their risk of kidney disease. Will you join us and help ensure that no one faces kidney disease alone? The role The Individual Giving team is responsible for driving growth and income sustainability across Individual Giving (one-off donations, Regular Giving, Lottery) In Memory Giving, Legacy Giving and Major Giving. This is an exciting role and it will suit somebody who enjoys working across our different fundraising products, with particular focus on one-off donations, Regular Giving and In Memory Giving. The role will focus on the acquisition and stewardship of donors, maintaining a fantastic donor journey for longer term engagement. The role holder will need to own and manage their workstreams, drawing on the expertise of other in-house teams from Marketing to Finance. The need for accuracy in data and administrative work requires the role holder to have a keen eye for detail and a respect for processes and regulations. What we offer Working at Kidney Care UK is incredibly rewarding and you will see the life-changing impact that the charity has on kidney patients and their families: Flexi-time we are flexible about start and finish times, and flexible about your location. Annual and Christmas leave we offer 25 days annual leave for full time employees plus bank holidays. We also close for three days between Christmas and New Year, and you don t need to take this from your annual leave allowance. Pension you ll be eligible for and auto-enrolled into a pension scheme where your employer will contribute 8% of your salary. Health cashback plan ability to claim back a wide variety of routine medical treatments. Employee Assistance Programme access to a wide variety of support including counselling, health resources and advice. Cycle2Work scheme
DAVID SHEPHERD WILDLIFE FOUNDATION
Shalford, Surrey
A rare and newly-created opportunity to join David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation (DSWF) as Director of Development at a pivotal moment of growth. As part of the Senior Management Team (SMT), you will help shape the future direction of the Foundation, leading its fundraising strategy, inspiring support and delivering significant and sustainable income growth. We are looking for a collaborative team player, who leads with integrity, warmth and passion. Experience in the conservation sector is an advantage but not a prerequisite. The right candidate will be the person who can prove that they are able to ignite action, build lasting relationships and generate meaningful growth in support of the DSWF's mission. Throughout the interview process we'll be keen to hear about your track record in fundraising at a leadership level and your experience of making an impact on an organisation of our size or larger. You will demonstrate how you develop strategies and implement them successfully, show an understanding of DSWF's existing development portfolio, and a view on where you see you might help to take us over the next 3 years and beyond. See below for more detail of for the full application pack please visit: To apply, please send a CV and supporting statement of no more than two pages to no later than Monday 15th June. JOB DESCRIPTION Role: Director of Development (DoD) Reports to: CEO Works closely with: CEO/COO/CFO as part of the SMT Line manages: Development Team: Development Manager, Trust and Foundations Manager, Development Executive, CRM Executive Hours: Part-time, 28 hours per week (4 days) Location: Hybrid working between the DSWF Shalford Office (GU4 8JU) for a minimum of two days per week (Tuesdays and Thursdays), and home with occasional travel Annual Leave: 25 days per annum pro rata. Bank Holidays are also provided, and at DSWF's discretion the office usually closes between Christmas and New Year (additional to annual leave) Salary: Competitive executive-level salary dependent on experience and breadth of impact. Please ask for salary range on application. Start date: Asap. Summary of the Role The Director of Development (DoD) provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all fundraising income and supporter engagement activity at DSWF. The role is accountable for delivering sustainable, diversified revenue growth aligned with DSWF's mission across conservation, education and art, while building lasting relationships with major donors, trusts, foundations, corporate partners and senior supporters. Working in close partnership with the CEO, COO, CFO, and Board of Trustees, the DoD translates organisational strategy into compelling Cases for Support, effective fundraising plans and measurable outcomes. The postholder leads and develops a high-performing Development team, ensuring strong delivery and continuous improvement. As a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT), the Director shares responsibility for shaping the Foundation's overall direction, contributing to governance, organisational culture and high-level strategic decision-making. This is a pivotal position combining senior management with hands-on major gift fundraising and team leadership. Central to enabling the Foundation's long-term impact and growth, the DoD is a driving force behind DSWF's ability to successfully deliver its mission to protect endangered species in Africa and Asia. Key responsibilities Strategic Leadership •Lead on the development, implementation, delivery and continuous refinement of DSWF's multi-year Development strategy, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and long-term financial sustainability. •Advise the CEO and Trustees on fundraising performance, trends, risks and opportunities. •Own and articulate the organisational Case/s for Support, ensuring a clear, compelling narrative that integrates conservation impact, education outcomes and artistic heritage. •Working closely with the rest of the SMT, embed a culture of philanthropy across the organisation, enabling all team members, Trustees and ambassadors to actively support income generation. •As part of SMT, be jointly responsible for over-arching decisions regarding the direction of the Foundation, its mission, strategies and culture. Major & Strategic Fundraising •Working closely with the CEO, cultivate, solicit and steward a portfolio of DSWF's most significant donors and prospects, including major individual donors, trusts and foundations, legacy campaigns and strategic partners. •Responsible, alongside the CEO, for the overall management of all corporate partnerships and sponsors. •Design and lead bespoke solicitation strategies for new high-value prospects, involving the CEO, Trustees and senior colleagues as appropriate. •Oversee the development of structured approaches to major giving, trusts & foundations, legacy giving and corporate partnerships. •Have strategic oversight of lower-level individual giving programmes including appeals, regular individual giving and adoption schemes. •Be responsible and ensure best practice in prospect research, due diligence, stewardship and ethical fundraising. Team Leadership & Management •Lead, manage and develop the Development team, setting clear objectives, KPIs and income targets aligned to the overall strategy. •Ensure the structure, resourcing and capabilities of the team are fit for purpose and scalable as income grows. •Coach and support all those within the organisation that are responsible for fundraising, providing professional leadership, mentoring and performance management. •Lead on all training and offer career progression for all staff within the Development team. •Foster strong collaboration between Development and all departments, including; Policy and Programmes, Marketing and Communications, Education, Art, Finance and Operations. Supporter Engagement •Represent DSWF externally with senior donors, partners and sector peers, enhancing the organisation's profile and credibility. •Oversee a high-quality supporter journey across all touchpoints, ensuring donors feel valued, informed and connected to impact including lower-level individual giving. •Champion systematic all level stewardship, donor care and impact reporting to maximise retention, lifetime value and advocacy. •Ensure accurate, GDPR-compliant data capture and effective use of CRM systems (Beacon) to drive insight-led fundraising. Events •This senior role will have overall responsibility for any fundraising or donor profile events (at present this would include the Wildlife Ball which is an annual fundraising/profile raising event that takes place at the Dorchester Hotel). •Working closely with the rest of SMT, this role will direct the Development team to ensure that all events deliver optimum, high level donor experiences and are run professionally (with logistics and operational support from the COO and team). •This role will have overall responsibility for ensuring the CEO has all information required to support engagement with donors at all events. Governance & Reporting •Report on Development performance to the CEO, SMT and Trustees, providing clear analysis against agreed targets. •Work closely with Finance to support forecasting, budgeting and long-term income planning. •Work closely with Finance and legal advisors in relation to all legal matters pertaining to legacies and bequests. •Ensure all Development activity aligns with regulatory, governance and ethical standards. Person Specification Knowledge and Experience •Significant senior leadership experience in fundraising and development within complex, mission-driven non-profit organisations, at Director level or equivalent, where philanthropy is critical to organisational impact and growth. •Significant experience in leading and delivering long-term development strategies, with a demonstrable track record of translating organisational ambition into clear, costed and achievable fundraising plans. •Proven ability to set strategic direction across multiple income streams, establish measurable objectives and KPIs and use data and insight to monitor performance, evaluate impact and adapt approach over time. •Experience of driving sustained income growth, strengthening donor pipelines, and delivering measurable outcomes aligned to organisational priorities and long-term sustainability. •Deep understanding of the UK philanthropic landscape, with well-established networks across major donors, trusts and foundations, corporates and high-net-worth individuals and the ability to build credibility and influence rapidly at national and international levels. •Demonstrable experience of leading and scaling fundraising income through periods of organisational change, growth or strategic transformation. •Proven track record of securing transformational gifts and long-term partnerships from individuals, corporates, trusts and foundations. •Strong history of inspirational leadership, team building and talent development, with the ability to motivate teams towards ambitious shared goals. . click apply for full job details
May 22, 2026
Full time
A rare and newly-created opportunity to join David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation (DSWF) as Director of Development at a pivotal moment of growth. As part of the Senior Management Team (SMT), you will help shape the future direction of the Foundation, leading its fundraising strategy, inspiring support and delivering significant and sustainable income growth. We are looking for a collaborative team player, who leads with integrity, warmth and passion. Experience in the conservation sector is an advantage but not a prerequisite. The right candidate will be the person who can prove that they are able to ignite action, build lasting relationships and generate meaningful growth in support of the DSWF's mission. Throughout the interview process we'll be keen to hear about your track record in fundraising at a leadership level and your experience of making an impact on an organisation of our size or larger. You will demonstrate how you develop strategies and implement them successfully, show an understanding of DSWF's existing development portfolio, and a view on where you see you might help to take us over the next 3 years and beyond. See below for more detail of for the full application pack please visit: To apply, please send a CV and supporting statement of no more than two pages to no later than Monday 15th June. JOB DESCRIPTION Role: Director of Development (DoD) Reports to: CEO Works closely with: CEO/COO/CFO as part of the SMT Line manages: Development Team: Development Manager, Trust and Foundations Manager, Development Executive, CRM Executive Hours: Part-time, 28 hours per week (4 days) Location: Hybrid working between the DSWF Shalford Office (GU4 8JU) for a minimum of two days per week (Tuesdays and Thursdays), and home with occasional travel Annual Leave: 25 days per annum pro rata. Bank Holidays are also provided, and at DSWF's discretion the office usually closes between Christmas and New Year (additional to annual leave) Salary: Competitive executive-level salary dependent on experience and breadth of impact. Please ask for salary range on application. Start date: Asap. Summary of the Role The Director of Development (DoD) provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all fundraising income and supporter engagement activity at DSWF. The role is accountable for delivering sustainable, diversified revenue growth aligned with DSWF's mission across conservation, education and art, while building lasting relationships with major donors, trusts, foundations, corporate partners and senior supporters. Working in close partnership with the CEO, COO, CFO, and Board of Trustees, the DoD translates organisational strategy into compelling Cases for Support, effective fundraising plans and measurable outcomes. The postholder leads and develops a high-performing Development team, ensuring strong delivery and continuous improvement. As a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT), the Director shares responsibility for shaping the Foundation's overall direction, contributing to governance, organisational culture and high-level strategic decision-making. This is a pivotal position combining senior management with hands-on major gift fundraising and team leadership. Central to enabling the Foundation's long-term impact and growth, the DoD is a driving force behind DSWF's ability to successfully deliver its mission to protect endangered species in Africa and Asia. Key responsibilities Strategic Leadership •Lead on the development, implementation, delivery and continuous refinement of DSWF's multi-year Development strategy, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and long-term financial sustainability. •Advise the CEO and Trustees on fundraising performance, trends, risks and opportunities. •Own and articulate the organisational Case/s for Support, ensuring a clear, compelling narrative that integrates conservation impact, education outcomes and artistic heritage. •Working closely with the rest of the SMT, embed a culture of philanthropy across the organisation, enabling all team members, Trustees and ambassadors to actively support income generation. •As part of SMT, be jointly responsible for over-arching decisions regarding the direction of the Foundation, its mission, strategies and culture. Major & Strategic Fundraising •Working closely with the CEO, cultivate, solicit and steward a portfolio of DSWF's most significant donors and prospects, including major individual donors, trusts and foundations, legacy campaigns and strategic partners. •Responsible, alongside the CEO, for the overall management of all corporate partnerships and sponsors. •Design and lead bespoke solicitation strategies for new high-value prospects, involving the CEO, Trustees and senior colleagues as appropriate. •Oversee the development of structured approaches to major giving, trusts & foundations, legacy giving and corporate partnerships. •Have strategic oversight of lower-level individual giving programmes including appeals, regular individual giving and adoption schemes. •Be responsible and ensure best practice in prospect research, due diligence, stewardship and ethical fundraising. Team Leadership & Management •Lead, manage and develop the Development team, setting clear objectives, KPIs and income targets aligned to the overall strategy. •Ensure the structure, resourcing and capabilities of the team are fit for purpose and scalable as income grows. •Coach and support all those within the organisation that are responsible for fundraising, providing professional leadership, mentoring and performance management. •Lead on all training and offer career progression for all staff within the Development team. •Foster strong collaboration between Development and all departments, including; Policy and Programmes, Marketing and Communications, Education, Art, Finance and Operations. Supporter Engagement •Represent DSWF externally with senior donors, partners and sector peers, enhancing the organisation's profile and credibility. •Oversee a high-quality supporter journey across all touchpoints, ensuring donors feel valued, informed and connected to impact including lower-level individual giving. •Champion systematic all level stewardship, donor care and impact reporting to maximise retention, lifetime value and advocacy. •Ensure accurate, GDPR-compliant data capture and effective use of CRM systems (Beacon) to drive insight-led fundraising. Events •This senior role will have overall responsibility for any fundraising or donor profile events (at present this would include the Wildlife Ball which is an annual fundraising/profile raising event that takes place at the Dorchester Hotel). •Working closely with the rest of SMT, this role will direct the Development team to ensure that all events deliver optimum, high level donor experiences and are run professionally (with logistics and operational support from the COO and team). •This role will have overall responsibility for ensuring the CEO has all information required to support engagement with donors at all events. Governance & Reporting •Report on Development performance to the CEO, SMT and Trustees, providing clear analysis against agreed targets. •Work closely with Finance to support forecasting, budgeting and long-term income planning. •Work closely with Finance and legal advisors in relation to all legal matters pertaining to legacies and bequests. •Ensure all Development activity aligns with regulatory, governance and ethical standards. Person Specification Knowledge and Experience •Significant senior leadership experience in fundraising and development within complex, mission-driven non-profit organisations, at Director level or equivalent, where philanthropy is critical to organisational impact and growth. •Significant experience in leading and delivering long-term development strategies, with a demonstrable track record of translating organisational ambition into clear, costed and achievable fundraising plans. •Proven ability to set strategic direction across multiple income streams, establish measurable objectives and KPIs and use data and insight to monitor performance, evaluate impact and adapt approach over time. •Experience of driving sustained income growth, strengthening donor pipelines, and delivering measurable outcomes aligned to organisational priorities and long-term sustainability. •Deep understanding of the UK philanthropic landscape, with well-established networks across major donors, trusts and foundations, corporates and high-net-worth individuals and the ability to build credibility and influence rapidly at national and international levels. •Demonstrable experience of leading and scaling fundraising income through periods of organisational change, growth or strategic transformation. •Proven track record of securing transformational gifts and long-term partnerships from individuals, corporates, trusts and foundations. •Strong history of inspirational leadership, team building and talent development, with the ability to motivate teams towards ambitious shared goals. . click apply for full job details
Lead a talented, passionate team across individual giving, in memory, lottery, events, community, business partnerships and challenges as Head of Public Fundraising at Hospice in the Weald. Applications close at 9 a.m. Monday 15th June. Who we are Hospice in the Weald provides care completely free of charge to patients with a terminal illness and those important to them, in West Kent and northern East Sussex. We are there 24 hours a day to help, support and care for patients with an illness where a cure is no longer possible and for those who will at some stage die from their illness, whenever that may be. It s not just at the end of life that we can help. We want to ensure that anyone affected by a terminal illness, not just patients but also those important to them, can access the support they need, when they need it. Our care is tailored to each person, helping patients make decisions that are right for them and their loved ones. We are currently investing in a major refurbishment of our Pembury site, a transformative project designed to offer comfort, dignity and calm for everyone who stays with us. For our community, this means the very best care environments, expanded care support for children and young people and continued individualised care. This transformative project will allow us to continue providing the compassionate care everyone deserves, in the best possible environment, now and in the future. About the role This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior leadership position at one of the region s most loved charities. Reporting to the Income Generation Director, you ll lead a team of 11 staff (three direct reports) and multiple volunteers, taking ownership of seven income streams: individual giving, in-memory, lottery, events, community, business partnerships, and data/supporter care. Who we are looking for We re looking for someone with an individual giving, events, or community fundraising background. You will be an inspirational people manager with a track record of growing income and motivating others. You ll need the confidence to set direction alongside the curiosity to keep learning. If you re an ambitious leader who thrives on building something, energising a team and making a genuine difference to people at the most important moments of their lives, we d love to hear from you. Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Monday 15th June. For further information about the role and to register your interest, please visit the Peridot Partners page and contact our advising consultants.
May 21, 2026
Full time
Lead a talented, passionate team across individual giving, in memory, lottery, events, community, business partnerships and challenges as Head of Public Fundraising at Hospice in the Weald. Applications close at 9 a.m. Monday 15th June. Who we are Hospice in the Weald provides care completely free of charge to patients with a terminal illness and those important to them, in West Kent and northern East Sussex. We are there 24 hours a day to help, support and care for patients with an illness where a cure is no longer possible and for those who will at some stage die from their illness, whenever that may be. It s not just at the end of life that we can help. We want to ensure that anyone affected by a terminal illness, not just patients but also those important to them, can access the support they need, when they need it. Our care is tailored to each person, helping patients make decisions that are right for them and their loved ones. We are currently investing in a major refurbishment of our Pembury site, a transformative project designed to offer comfort, dignity and calm for everyone who stays with us. For our community, this means the very best care environments, expanded care support for children and young people and continued individualised care. This transformative project will allow us to continue providing the compassionate care everyone deserves, in the best possible environment, now and in the future. About the role This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior leadership position at one of the region s most loved charities. Reporting to the Income Generation Director, you ll lead a team of 11 staff (three direct reports) and multiple volunteers, taking ownership of seven income streams: individual giving, in-memory, lottery, events, community, business partnerships, and data/supporter care. Who we are looking for We re looking for someone with an individual giving, events, or community fundraising background. You will be an inspirational people manager with a track record of growing income and motivating others. You ll need the confidence to set direction alongside the curiosity to keep learning. If you re an ambitious leader who thrives on building something, energising a team and making a genuine difference to people at the most important moments of their lives, we d love to hear from you. Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Monday 15th June. For further information about the role and to register your interest, please visit the Peridot Partners page and contact our advising consultants.
Prospectus is delighted to be supporting the UK's largest food redistribution charity in the recruitment of a Senior Philanthropy Manager. The organisation's vision is a UK where good food is never wasted, and nobody goes hungry. Senior Philanthropy Manager Permanent, full time (40 hours per week) Salary: £45,000-£50,000 Location: London, hybrid/flexible This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced high-value fundraiser to play a key role in driving philanthropic income, building meaningful donor relationships, and helping deliver ambitious impact. As Senior Philanthropy Manager, you will be responsible for managing and developing a portfolio of major donors and prospects, creating tailored cultivation and stewardship plans, and securing significant gifts (particularly at c.£10,000 / mid-value level) to support The Felix Project's work. You'll work closely with colleagues across the organisation including the Prospect Research Manager and other fundraising colleagues, to identify opportunities, shape compelling proposals and new products, and deliver an excellent donor experience from first engagement through to long-term relationships. We are looking for someone with a strong track record in relationship-led fundraising, including experience of securing major gifts and developing donor pipelines. You'll be a confident communicator with excellent written skills, able to build trust with a wide range of stakeholders and create new products to engage donors giving at mid-value level. You'll be organised, proactive, and comfortable balancing strategy with hands-on delivery. How to apply: At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you'll have the opportunity to tell us about any disability or long-term health condition when you apply for this role. If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.
May 21, 2026
Full time
Prospectus is delighted to be supporting the UK's largest food redistribution charity in the recruitment of a Senior Philanthropy Manager. The organisation's vision is a UK where good food is never wasted, and nobody goes hungry. Senior Philanthropy Manager Permanent, full time (40 hours per week) Salary: £45,000-£50,000 Location: London, hybrid/flexible This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced high-value fundraiser to play a key role in driving philanthropic income, building meaningful donor relationships, and helping deliver ambitious impact. As Senior Philanthropy Manager, you will be responsible for managing and developing a portfolio of major donors and prospects, creating tailored cultivation and stewardship plans, and securing significant gifts (particularly at c.£10,000 / mid-value level) to support The Felix Project's work. You'll work closely with colleagues across the organisation including the Prospect Research Manager and other fundraising colleagues, to identify opportunities, shape compelling proposals and new products, and deliver an excellent donor experience from first engagement through to long-term relationships. We are looking for someone with a strong track record in relationship-led fundraising, including experience of securing major gifts and developing donor pipelines. You'll be a confident communicator with excellent written skills, able to build trust with a wide range of stakeholders and create new products to engage donors giving at mid-value level. You'll be organised, proactive, and comfortable balancing strategy with hands-on delivery. How to apply: At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you'll have the opportunity to tell us about any disability or long-term health condition when you apply for this role. If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.
Our client is a charity based in Chelsea and Westminster with a mission to create world-class facilities, drive innovation and research, and enhance patient and staff wellbeing. This charity has grown an ambitious fundraising programme, from a £12.5m critical care redevelopment campaign to rapid-response COVID fundraising and a pioneering young people's mental health programme. Now, with over £19m raised towards Thirty at Thirty (a £30m appeal launched in May 2023), the charity is seeking an exceptional relationship fundraiser to help deliver the final phase of this major campaign and to oversee the philanthropic giving programme beyond. Head of Major Gifts London, SW10 9HS (hybrid, 2-3 days in the office) 35 hours per week Permanent Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 (depending on experience) Reporting to the Director of Fundraising & Communications, the Head of Major Gifts will lead the high-value fundraising activity, personally managing a portfolio of key supporters while leading the Major Gifts team (two direct reports and one dotted-line report). Working closely with the CEO (an experienced and active fundraiser), you will oversee a robust and disciplined prospect pipeline across major donors, trusts and foundations, and corporate partners, and you'll lead the management of the Development Board - an influential group of senior supporters and open doors to transformational philanthropy. The role will also shape and deliver inspiring donor engagement, from curated events and private tours to bespoke proposals, reports and stewardship communications, working in close partnership with senior leadership, clinicians and volunteers across the Trust. To be successful, you will bring a demonstrable track record of securing six- and seven-figure gifts (relationship-led fundraising), alongside strong influencing skills. You will be a collaborative, motivating manager, comfortable setting direction and driving a high-performance culture, and confident producing compelling written cases for support, proposals and donor reports. You'll be highly organised, detail-focused, and able to thrive in a target-driven, fast-paced environment. Experience of the healthcare sector or arts sector is advantageous but not essential. How to apply At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Femke Vorstman at . If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you. In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. To formally apply, you will need to complete a supporting statement (max. 2 sides of A4) by COB on 7 June. Interviews will be held during week commencing 15 and 22 June.
May 20, 2026
Full time
Our client is a charity based in Chelsea and Westminster with a mission to create world-class facilities, drive innovation and research, and enhance patient and staff wellbeing. This charity has grown an ambitious fundraising programme, from a £12.5m critical care redevelopment campaign to rapid-response COVID fundraising and a pioneering young people's mental health programme. Now, with over £19m raised towards Thirty at Thirty (a £30m appeal launched in May 2023), the charity is seeking an exceptional relationship fundraiser to help deliver the final phase of this major campaign and to oversee the philanthropic giving programme beyond. Head of Major Gifts London, SW10 9HS (hybrid, 2-3 days in the office) 35 hours per week Permanent Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 (depending on experience) Reporting to the Director of Fundraising & Communications, the Head of Major Gifts will lead the high-value fundraising activity, personally managing a portfolio of key supporters while leading the Major Gifts team (two direct reports and one dotted-line report). Working closely with the CEO (an experienced and active fundraiser), you will oversee a robust and disciplined prospect pipeline across major donors, trusts and foundations, and corporate partners, and you'll lead the management of the Development Board - an influential group of senior supporters and open doors to transformational philanthropy. The role will also shape and deliver inspiring donor engagement, from curated events and private tours to bespoke proposals, reports and stewardship communications, working in close partnership with senior leadership, clinicians and volunteers across the Trust. To be successful, you will bring a demonstrable track record of securing six- and seven-figure gifts (relationship-led fundraising), alongside strong influencing skills. You will be a collaborative, motivating manager, comfortable setting direction and driving a high-performance culture, and confident producing compelling written cases for support, proposals and donor reports. You'll be highly organised, detail-focused, and able to thrive in a target-driven, fast-paced environment. Experience of the healthcare sector or arts sector is advantageous but not essential. How to apply At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Femke Vorstman at . If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you. In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. To formally apply, you will need to complete a supporting statement (max. 2 sides of A4) by COB on 7 June. Interviews will be held during week commencing 15 and 22 June.
We are looking for a Senior Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser to support the Major Giving & Events Manager with the development and delivery of the corporate partnerships programme with responsibility for account managing a portfolio of Bridge Partners and developing a pipeline of new business to build meaningful relationships with corporate partners. This is a Hybrid role based on the south coast with flexible working options available. The Company An inspiring and passionate social welfare charity dedicated to helping those most in need, from elderly care to mental health, with a vision to ensure individuals and families are always valued and supported. You would be joining a collaborative team with a community orientated work culture, offering fantastic benefits including 7% pension, six weeks holiday and more. The Role New Business -Take strategic responsibility for securing new corporate partnerships and increasing sustainable corporate income in line with agreed annual targets. - Independently manage and deliver against a significant six-figure corporate income budget, with clear KPI ownership and performance reporting. Account Management - Lead the account management of product partnerships and Bridge Partners, ensuring contractual obligations are fulfilled and partnerships are strategically grown year-on-year. - Deliver high-quality, bespoke stewardship plans to maximise partner retention, income growth and long term value. Cause Related Marketing - Lead the research, development and growth of small to medium-sized commercial and cause-related marketing partnerships, ensuring alignment with the charity brand, values and strategic objectives. The Candidate Previous experience in an account management role developing, securing and retaining corporate and commercial partnerships and new business through effective and confident relationship building in a similar fundraising or sales role. Ideally experience developing and delivering a corporate fundraising or sales strategy. Successful track record of building relationships and successfully influencing business stakeholders. IMPORTANT NOTE Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future. We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest. Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
May 20, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a Senior Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser to support the Major Giving & Events Manager with the development and delivery of the corporate partnerships programme with responsibility for account managing a portfolio of Bridge Partners and developing a pipeline of new business to build meaningful relationships with corporate partners. This is a Hybrid role based on the south coast with flexible working options available. The Company An inspiring and passionate social welfare charity dedicated to helping those most in need, from elderly care to mental health, with a vision to ensure individuals and families are always valued and supported. You would be joining a collaborative team with a community orientated work culture, offering fantastic benefits including 7% pension, six weeks holiday and more. The Role New Business -Take strategic responsibility for securing new corporate partnerships and increasing sustainable corporate income in line with agreed annual targets. - Independently manage and deliver against a significant six-figure corporate income budget, with clear KPI ownership and performance reporting. Account Management - Lead the account management of product partnerships and Bridge Partners, ensuring contractual obligations are fulfilled and partnerships are strategically grown year-on-year. - Deliver high-quality, bespoke stewardship plans to maximise partner retention, income growth and long term value. Cause Related Marketing - Lead the research, development and growth of small to medium-sized commercial and cause-related marketing partnerships, ensuring alignment with the charity brand, values and strategic objectives. The Candidate Previous experience in an account management role developing, securing and retaining corporate and commercial partnerships and new business through effective and confident relationship building in a similar fundraising or sales role. Ideally experience developing and delivering a corporate fundraising or sales strategy. Successful track record of building relationships and successfully influencing business stakeholders. IMPORTANT NOTE Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future. We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest. Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
Our client is a charity based in Chelsea and Westminster with a mission to create world-class facilities, drive innovation and research, and enhance patient and staff wellbeing. This charity has grown an ambitious fundraising programme, from a £12.5m critical care redevelopment campaign to rapid-response COVID fundraising and a pioneering young people's mental health programme. Now, with over £19m raised towards Thirty at Thirty (a £30m appeal launched in May 2023), the charity is seeking an exceptional relationship fundraiser to help deliver the final phase of this major campaign and to oversee the philanthropic giving programme beyond. Head of Major Gifts London, SW10 9HS (hybrid, 2-3 days in the office) 35 hours per week Permanent Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 (depending on experience) Reporting to the Director of Fundraising & Communications, the Head of Major Gifts will lead the high-value fundraising activity, personally managing a portfolio of key supporters while leading the Major Gifts team (two direct reports and one dotted-line report). Working closely with the CEO (an experienced and active fundraiser), you will oversee a robust and disciplined prospect pipeline across major donors, trusts and foundations, and corporate partners, and you'll lead the management of the Development Board - an influential group of senior supporters and open doors to transformational philanthropy. The role will also shape and deliver inspiring donor engagement, from curated events and private tours to bespoke proposals, reports and stewardship communications, working in close partnership with senior leadership, clinicians and volunteers across the Trust. To be successful, you will bring a demonstrable track record of securing six- and seven-figure gifts (relationship-led fundraising), alongside strong influencing skills. You will be a collaborative, motivating manager, comfortable setting direction and driving a high-performance culture, and confident producing compelling written cases for support, proposals and donor reports. You'll be highly organised, detail-focused, and able to thrive in a target-driven, fast-paced environment. Experience of the healthcare sector or arts sector is advantageous but not essential. How to apply At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Femke Vorstman at . If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you. In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. To formally apply, you will need to complete a supporting statement (max. 2 sides of A4) by COB on 7 June. Interviews will be held during week commencing 15 and 22 June.
May 20, 2026
Full time
Our client is a charity based in Chelsea and Westminster with a mission to create world-class facilities, drive innovation and research, and enhance patient and staff wellbeing. This charity has grown an ambitious fundraising programme, from a £12.5m critical care redevelopment campaign to rapid-response COVID fundraising and a pioneering young people's mental health programme. Now, with over £19m raised towards Thirty at Thirty (a £30m appeal launched in May 2023), the charity is seeking an exceptional relationship fundraiser to help deliver the final phase of this major campaign and to oversee the philanthropic giving programme beyond. Head of Major Gifts London, SW10 9HS (hybrid, 2-3 days in the office) 35 hours per week Permanent Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 (depending on experience) Reporting to the Director of Fundraising & Communications, the Head of Major Gifts will lead the high-value fundraising activity, personally managing a portfolio of key supporters while leading the Major Gifts team (two direct reports and one dotted-line report). Working closely with the CEO (an experienced and active fundraiser), you will oversee a robust and disciplined prospect pipeline across major donors, trusts and foundations, and corporate partners, and you'll lead the management of the Development Board - an influential group of senior supporters and open doors to transformational philanthropy. The role will also shape and deliver inspiring donor engagement, from curated events and private tours to bespoke proposals, reports and stewardship communications, working in close partnership with senior leadership, clinicians and volunteers across the Trust. To be successful, you will bring a demonstrable track record of securing six- and seven-figure gifts (relationship-led fundraising), alongside strong influencing skills. You will be a collaborative, motivating manager, comfortable setting direction and driving a high-performance culture, and confident producing compelling written cases for support, proposals and donor reports. You'll be highly organised, detail-focused, and able to thrive in a target-driven, fast-paced environment. Experience of the healthcare sector or arts sector is advantageous but not essential. How to apply At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Femke Vorstman at . If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you. In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. To formally apply, you will need to complete a supporting statement (max. 2 sides of A4) by COB on 7 June. Interviews will be held during week commencing 15 and 22 June.
Prospectus is delighted to be supporting the UK's largest food redistribution charity in the recruitment of a Senior Philanthropy Manager. The organisation's vision is a UK where good food is never wasted, and nobody goes hungry. Senior Philanthropy Manager Permanent, full time Salary: £45,000-£50,000 Location: London, hybrid/flexible This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced high-value fundraiser to play a key role in driving philanthropic income, building meaningful donor relationships, and helping deliver ambitious impact. As Senior Philanthropy Manager, you will be responsible for managing and developing a portfolio of major donors and prospects, creating tailored cultivation and stewardship plans, and securing significant gifts (particularly at c.£10,000 / mid-value level) to support The Felix Project's work. You'll work closely with colleagues across the organisation including the Prospect Research Manager and other fundraising colleagues, to identify opportunities, shape compelling proposals and new products, and deliver an excellent donor experience from first engagement through to long-term relationships. We are looking for someone with a strong track record in relationship-led fundraising, including experience of securing major gifts and developing donor pipelines. You'll be a confident communicator with excellent written skills, able to build trust with a wide range of stakeholders and create new products to engage donors giving at mid-value level. You'll be organised, proactive, and comfortable balancing strategy with hands-on delivery. How to apply: At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you'll have the opportunity to tell us about any disability or long-term health condition when you apply for this role. If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.
May 19, 2026
Full time
Prospectus is delighted to be supporting the UK's largest food redistribution charity in the recruitment of a Senior Philanthropy Manager. The organisation's vision is a UK where good food is never wasted, and nobody goes hungry. Senior Philanthropy Manager Permanent, full time Salary: £45,000-£50,000 Location: London, hybrid/flexible This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced high-value fundraiser to play a key role in driving philanthropic income, building meaningful donor relationships, and helping deliver ambitious impact. As Senior Philanthropy Manager, you will be responsible for managing and developing a portfolio of major donors and prospects, creating tailored cultivation and stewardship plans, and securing significant gifts (particularly at c.£10,000 / mid-value level) to support The Felix Project's work. You'll work closely with colleagues across the organisation including the Prospect Research Manager and other fundraising colleagues, to identify opportunities, shape compelling proposals and new products, and deliver an excellent donor experience from first engagement through to long-term relationships. We are looking for someone with a strong track record in relationship-led fundraising, including experience of securing major gifts and developing donor pipelines. You'll be a confident communicator with excellent written skills, able to build trust with a wide range of stakeholders and create new products to engage donors giving at mid-value level. You'll be organised, proactive, and comfortable balancing strategy with hands-on delivery. How to apply: At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you'll have the opportunity to tell us about any disability or long-term health condition when you apply for this role. If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.
THE COMPANY Our client is a leading British prestigious arts organisation renowned across the globe, specialising in outstanding performances of traditional opera and new works. THE ROLE As Philanthropy Manager, you will manage a portfolio of key philanthropic relationships and increase the value of the relationships with existing supporters. Key responsibilities: Manages and strengthens relationships with philanthropists to ensure continued and increased support. Identifies new high-value prospects through tailored approach plans and collaboration with senior staff and Board members. Maximises income through new initiatives, events and creative fundraising opportunities such as Giving Circles and Production Syndicates. Encourages philanthropists to act as ambassadors, introducing potential new supporters to the organisation. Prepare funding proposals to secure new and renewed philanthropy. Organises visits, rehearsals and events to engage donors and inspire giving. Oversees accurate recording and administration of philanthropist data and correspondence. THE PERSON You should be a skilled and strategic fundraiser with a strong track record in philanthropy for major organisations. It is important to have exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to engage with senior stakeholders. Develop and deliver effective engagement plans while maintaining the highest levels of discretion and professionalism. An understanding of opera, ballet or the performing arts is beneficial. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is essential. NEXT STEP If your skills & experience fit the above requirements and you would like to talk to us about this role, please apply online attaching your CV in WORD format. WHAT TO EXPECT Searchlight only advertises active roles Your details will be sent directly to the Consultant who is handling this role We aim to respond to candidates within 14 days. If this role isn't quite right, but you would like us to have your CV on file, please send it to . Searchlight strives to promote equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. To learn more about Searchlight, see: .
May 19, 2026
Full time
THE COMPANY Our client is a leading British prestigious arts organisation renowned across the globe, specialising in outstanding performances of traditional opera and new works. THE ROLE As Philanthropy Manager, you will manage a portfolio of key philanthropic relationships and increase the value of the relationships with existing supporters. Key responsibilities: Manages and strengthens relationships with philanthropists to ensure continued and increased support. Identifies new high-value prospects through tailored approach plans and collaboration with senior staff and Board members. Maximises income through new initiatives, events and creative fundraising opportunities such as Giving Circles and Production Syndicates. Encourages philanthropists to act as ambassadors, introducing potential new supporters to the organisation. Prepare funding proposals to secure new and renewed philanthropy. Organises visits, rehearsals and events to engage donors and inspire giving. Oversees accurate recording and administration of philanthropist data and correspondence. THE PERSON You should be a skilled and strategic fundraiser with a strong track record in philanthropy for major organisations. It is important to have exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to engage with senior stakeholders. Develop and deliver effective engagement plans while maintaining the highest levels of discretion and professionalism. An understanding of opera, ballet or the performing arts is beneficial. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is essential. NEXT STEP If your skills & experience fit the above requirements and you would like to talk to us about this role, please apply online attaching your CV in WORD format. WHAT TO EXPECT Searchlight only advertises active roles Your details will be sent directly to the Consultant who is handling this role We aim to respond to candidates within 14 days. If this role isn't quite right, but you would like us to have your CV on file, please send it to . Searchlight strives to promote equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. To learn more about Searchlight, see: .
Senior Development Manager: Major Gifts Ref: LL/26/04 Part Time 28 hours per week (0.8 FTE), Monday to Thursday c. £49,419.90 FTE per annum (incl LW) pro-rata plus benefits St James s Square, London SW1 (with some remote working possible) About The London Library For over 180 years, The London Library has stood as one of the UK's greatest literary institutions, inspiring creativity, and ideas. Our esteemed members, past and present, include literary giants like Charles Dickens, Charles Darwin, Virginia Woolf, and contemporary authors such as Kazuo Ishiguro and Sarah Waters. Our collection boasts around one million volumes, a vast eLibrary, and an invaluable postal loans service, making it a sanctuary for those who cherish the written word. We are championed by our President, Helena Bonham Carter CBE, and operate as a registered charity. We have over 7,500 members and charitable turnover of circa £5m per year. About the role We are seeking an experienced Senior Development Manager to join our Development Team at an exciting point in the Library s growth. The Library has recently eliminated its operating deficit and is now midway through an ambitious £8m capital campaign to transform its historic building and expand its reach. Alongside this, we continue to grow philanthropic income through regular giving, legacies and annual appeals. Working closely with the Director of Development, you will deliver a major donor strategy, building a pipeline of supporters and securing significant gifts to support both capital and revenue priorities. This is an excellent opportunity to shape and grow a major giving function, with potential to expand the programme as it develops. Key responsibilities: Develop and implement a major gifts strategy aligned with organisational priorities Identify, cultivate and steward high-value donors and prospects Secure major gifts in support of capital and revenue fundraising Build a strong prospect pipeline using a new CRM system Work collaboratively with senior leadership, trustees and colleagues to maximise fundraising opportunities About you Proven track record of securing major gifts (five- and six-figure donations) Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills Strategic thinker with the ability to deliver income targets Experience of working in a charity, arts, heritage or cultural organisation (desirable) Motivated, collaborative and able to work independently in a part-time role Why Join Us? The London Library offers a friendly, hardworking, and inclusive workplace where we strive to support the diverse needs of our team. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to equality and diversity. Specific adjustments and access needs can be discussed to make this role suitable for you. If you re passionate about delivering an exceptional Development experience and want to use your skills to help drive the success of The London Library, we would love to hear from you! To Apply Please visit our website to download an application form. Deadline: Monday 1 June :00 noon Interviews: 10 June - First Round; 18 June - Second Round The Library welcomes applications from all sections of the community - all applicants will be considered on the basis of their merits and abilities for the post. Please note we are unable to consider candidates without a current right to work in the UK. We reserve the right to shorten or extend the closing date of any position where a high or low volume of suitable applications are received. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, an early application would be encouraged.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Senior Development Manager: Major Gifts Ref: LL/26/04 Part Time 28 hours per week (0.8 FTE), Monday to Thursday c. £49,419.90 FTE per annum (incl LW) pro-rata plus benefits St James s Square, London SW1 (with some remote working possible) About The London Library For over 180 years, The London Library has stood as one of the UK's greatest literary institutions, inspiring creativity, and ideas. Our esteemed members, past and present, include literary giants like Charles Dickens, Charles Darwin, Virginia Woolf, and contemporary authors such as Kazuo Ishiguro and Sarah Waters. Our collection boasts around one million volumes, a vast eLibrary, and an invaluable postal loans service, making it a sanctuary for those who cherish the written word. We are championed by our President, Helena Bonham Carter CBE, and operate as a registered charity. We have over 7,500 members and charitable turnover of circa £5m per year. About the role We are seeking an experienced Senior Development Manager to join our Development Team at an exciting point in the Library s growth. The Library has recently eliminated its operating deficit and is now midway through an ambitious £8m capital campaign to transform its historic building and expand its reach. Alongside this, we continue to grow philanthropic income through regular giving, legacies and annual appeals. Working closely with the Director of Development, you will deliver a major donor strategy, building a pipeline of supporters and securing significant gifts to support both capital and revenue priorities. This is an excellent opportunity to shape and grow a major giving function, with potential to expand the programme as it develops. Key responsibilities: Develop and implement a major gifts strategy aligned with organisational priorities Identify, cultivate and steward high-value donors and prospects Secure major gifts in support of capital and revenue fundraising Build a strong prospect pipeline using a new CRM system Work collaboratively with senior leadership, trustees and colleagues to maximise fundraising opportunities About you Proven track record of securing major gifts (five- and six-figure donations) Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills Strategic thinker with the ability to deliver income targets Experience of working in a charity, arts, heritage or cultural organisation (desirable) Motivated, collaborative and able to work independently in a part-time role Why Join Us? The London Library offers a friendly, hardworking, and inclusive workplace where we strive to support the diverse needs of our team. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to equality and diversity. Specific adjustments and access needs can be discussed to make this role suitable for you. If you re passionate about delivering an exceptional Development experience and want to use your skills to help drive the success of The London Library, we would love to hear from you! To Apply Please visit our website to download an application form. Deadline: Monday 1 June :00 noon Interviews: 10 June - First Round; 18 June - Second Round The Library welcomes applications from all sections of the community - all applicants will be considered on the basis of their merits and abilities for the post. Please note we are unable to consider candidates without a current right to work in the UK. We reserve the right to shorten or extend the closing date of any position where a high or low volume of suitable applications are received. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, an early application would be encouraged.
Prospectus is delighted to be supporting the UK's largest food redistribution charity in the recruitment of a Senior Philanthropy Manager. The organisation's vision is a UK where good food is never wasted, and nobody goes hungry. Senior Philanthropy Manager Permanent, full time (40 hours per week) Salary: £45,000-£50,000 Location: London, hybrid/flexible This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced high-value fundraiser to play a key role in driving philanthropic income, building meaningful donor relationships, and helping deliver ambitious impact. As Senior Philanthropy Manager, you will be responsible for managing and developing a portfolio of major donors and prospects, creating tailored cultivation and stewardship plans, and securing significant gifts (particularly at c.£10,000 / mid-value level) to support The Felix Project's work. You'll work closely with colleagues across the organisation including the Prospect Research Manager and other fundraising colleagues, to identify opportunities, shape compelling proposals and new products, and deliver an excellent donor experience from first engagement through to long-term relationships. We are looking for someone with a strong track record in relationship-led fundraising, including experience of securing major gifts and developing donor pipelines. You'll be a confident communicator with excellent written skills, able to build trust with a wide range of stakeholders and create new products to engage donors giving at mid-value level. You'll be organised, proactive, and comfortable balancing strategy with hands-on delivery. How to apply: At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you'll have the opportunity to tell us about any disability or long-term health condition when you apply for this role. If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.
May 14, 2026
Full time
Prospectus is delighted to be supporting the UK's largest food redistribution charity in the recruitment of a Senior Philanthropy Manager. The organisation's vision is a UK where good food is never wasted, and nobody goes hungry. Senior Philanthropy Manager Permanent, full time (40 hours per week) Salary: £45,000-£50,000 Location: London, hybrid/flexible This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced high-value fundraiser to play a key role in driving philanthropic income, building meaningful donor relationships, and helping deliver ambitious impact. As Senior Philanthropy Manager, you will be responsible for managing and developing a portfolio of major donors and prospects, creating tailored cultivation and stewardship plans, and securing significant gifts (particularly at c.£10,000 / mid-value level) to support The Felix Project's work. You'll work closely with colleagues across the organisation including the Prospect Research Manager and other fundraising colleagues, to identify opportunities, shape compelling proposals and new products, and deliver an excellent donor experience from first engagement through to long-term relationships. We are looking for someone with a strong track record in relationship-led fundraising, including experience of securing major gifts and developing donor pipelines. You'll be a confident communicator with excellent written skills, able to build trust with a wide range of stakeholders and create new products to engage donors giving at mid-value level. You'll be organised, proactive, and comfortable balancing strategy with hands-on delivery. How to apply: At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you'll have the opportunity to tell us about any disability or long-term health condition when you apply for this role. If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.
About The Role Are you a highly effective communicator with proven success in raising five and six figure gifts from major donors? Would you like the opportunity to work with senior stakeholders to maximise fundraising opportunities and help deliver a meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Senior Philanthropy Manager to join on a full-time basis, working 35 hours per week on a fixed-term contract for 12 months. As Senior Philanthropy Manager you will lead on the management and delivery of our highly successful Insurance United Against Dementia (IUAD) campaign. You will work closely with an exceptional board of senior volunteers from the insurance industry to deliver the campaign strategy. You will lead on securing income from personal philanthropy and Trusts from within the industry, working closely with Board members on peer-to-peer advocacy. In addition, the role has oversight and input to all IUAD campaign activities - including communications, events and corporate partnerships. You will lead on relationships with key IUAD board members to maximise fundraising opportunities and maintain their motivation and engagement in the campaign. This role will give you the chance to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia. This is a home-based role with occasional travel to London to attend meetings with colleagues or stakeholders, with travel costs paid for by the Society. Although this is a 12-month fixed term contract, we regularly recruit for roles in this area internally so there may be the opportunity to secure a permanent role during the contract duration. About you Joining us, you'll have proven success in raising five and six figure gifts from major donors or equivalent. You'll have experience of managing fundraising, engagement and stewardship strategies combined with the ability to identify and maximise funding opportunities to meet and exceed targets. You'll also have good organisation skills and attention to detail, with the ability to analyse financial information and present proposals in an accessible format. Crucially for this role you'll be an effective and engaging communicator with the ability to influence, negotiate and act diplomatically with senior stakeholders and high-level donors. You'll have a high level of emotional intelligence and good interpersonal skills, enabling you to network and build credible, positive relationships and build rapport quickly and with a warmth that makes supporters feel valued and connected with a cause over a long period of time. What you'll focus on: - Working with IUAD board members to deliver IUAD campaign strategy, meeting annual fundraising targets for the campaign. - In conjunction with board members, leading the growth and development of the philanthropic income stream of the IUAD campaign, extending and uplifting current donors and broadening networks to secure new donors to deliver budgeted income. - Overseeing progress of all additional campaign activities including corporate partnerships, events and communications, working closely with the Development Board Lead to ensure campaign objectives and fundraising targets are met. - Managing the IUAD Board, in consultation with the Development Board Lead, to lead on recruitment, engagement, and relationship management, to ensure strong working relationships with all board members. - Delivering first class account management of major donors and board members, creating engagement and cultivation strategies. - Managing the Fundraising Development Manager, supporting them to meet their objectives and encouraging their development. About Alzheimer's Society - who are we and what's our mission? Dementia is the UK's biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime. At Alzheimer's Society, we're the UK's leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding ground-breaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be. Together with our supporters, we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for. Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as part of a minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society. Our hiring process We want you to bring your whole self to the process. Applications are anonymised until interview stage, and we're happy to support any adjustments. Share your feedback via our candidate survey when applying to help us improve. We may close early if we receive high interest (with 48 hours' notice). Some roles may require a DBS check as part of our safer recruitment commitment. Thinking about using AI during the recruitment process? we know this can be helpful in many ways but remember to include your personal and authentic self too. Your voice and experience are what really set you apart. Giving back to you At Alzheimer's Society, we value our people and take a total reward approach to pay and benefits. You'll enjoy a generous double-matched pension scheme, 27 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and wellbeing days), and access to a free Bupa Cash Plan, 24/7 EAP, Thrive mental wellbeing support, and virtual GP services. Our Society Plus platform offers exclusive discounts, wellbeing resources, and recognition schemes, while our flexible working, family-friendly policies, and life assurance provide peace of mind and work/life balance. We also offer a free Will-writing service and long service awards to recognise your ongoing commitment.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
About The Role Are you a highly effective communicator with proven success in raising five and six figure gifts from major donors? Would you like the opportunity to work with senior stakeholders to maximise fundraising opportunities and help deliver a meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia? We are recruiting for a Senior Philanthropy Manager to join on a full-time basis, working 35 hours per week on a fixed-term contract for 12 months. As Senior Philanthropy Manager you will lead on the management and delivery of our highly successful Insurance United Against Dementia (IUAD) campaign. You will work closely with an exceptional board of senior volunteers from the insurance industry to deliver the campaign strategy. You will lead on securing income from personal philanthropy and Trusts from within the industry, working closely with Board members on peer-to-peer advocacy. In addition, the role has oversight and input to all IUAD campaign activities - including communications, events and corporate partnerships. You will lead on relationships with key IUAD board members to maximise fundraising opportunities and maintain their motivation and engagement in the campaign. This role will give you the chance to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia. This is a home-based role with occasional travel to London to attend meetings with colleagues or stakeholders, with travel costs paid for by the Society. Although this is a 12-month fixed term contract, we regularly recruit for roles in this area internally so there may be the opportunity to secure a permanent role during the contract duration. About you Joining us, you'll have proven success in raising five and six figure gifts from major donors or equivalent. You'll have experience of managing fundraising, engagement and stewardship strategies combined with the ability to identify and maximise funding opportunities to meet and exceed targets. You'll also have good organisation skills and attention to detail, with the ability to analyse financial information and present proposals in an accessible format. Crucially for this role you'll be an effective and engaging communicator with the ability to influence, negotiate and act diplomatically with senior stakeholders and high-level donors. You'll have a high level of emotional intelligence and good interpersonal skills, enabling you to network and build credible, positive relationships and build rapport quickly and with a warmth that makes supporters feel valued and connected with a cause over a long period of time. What you'll focus on: - Working with IUAD board members to deliver IUAD campaign strategy, meeting annual fundraising targets for the campaign. - In conjunction with board members, leading the growth and development of the philanthropic income stream of the IUAD campaign, extending and uplifting current donors and broadening networks to secure new donors to deliver budgeted income. - Overseeing progress of all additional campaign activities including corporate partnerships, events and communications, working closely with the Development Board Lead to ensure campaign objectives and fundraising targets are met. - Managing the IUAD Board, in consultation with the Development Board Lead, to lead on recruitment, engagement, and relationship management, to ensure strong working relationships with all board members. - Delivering first class account management of major donors and board members, creating engagement and cultivation strategies. - Managing the Fundraising Development Manager, supporting them to meet their objectives and encouraging their development. About Alzheimer's Society - who are we and what's our mission? Dementia is the UK's biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime. At Alzheimer's Society, we're the UK's leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding ground-breaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be. Together with our supporters, we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for. Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as part of a minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society. Our hiring process We want you to bring your whole self to the process. Applications are anonymised until interview stage, and we're happy to support any adjustments. Share your feedback via our candidate survey when applying to help us improve. We may close early if we receive high interest (with 48 hours' notice). Some roles may require a DBS check as part of our safer recruitment commitment. Thinking about using AI during the recruitment process? we know this can be helpful in many ways but remember to include your personal and authentic self too. Your voice and experience are what really set you apart. Giving back to you At Alzheimer's Society, we value our people and take a total reward approach to pay and benefits. You'll enjoy a generous double-matched pension scheme, 27 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays and wellbeing days), and access to a free Bupa Cash Plan, 24/7 EAP, Thrive mental wellbeing support, and virtual GP services. Our Society Plus platform offers exclusive discounts, wellbeing resources, and recognition schemes, while our flexible working, family-friendly policies, and life assurance provide peace of mind and work/life balance. We also offer a free Will-writing service and long service awards to recognise your ongoing commitment.
Spinal Injuries Association
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Head of Fundraising & Partnerships Salary: £51,780 per annum Location: SIA House, Oldbrook, Milton Keynes MK6 (Some hybrid working possible) Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week About Us The Spinal Injuries Association is committed to a singular vision: a fulfilled life for everyone affected by spinal cord injury. Everyone has a right to live a fulfilled life and that means the life they choose, a life that has the same opportunities as everyone else. We are the expert guiding voice for life after spinal cord injury. About the Role We re seeking a dynamic leader to drive the financial growth of the organisation by expanding, diversifying and strengthening the sustainability of our voluntary income, in line with our Strategy 2030 and beyond. You will lead and inspire a high-performing team of fundraising experts covering all disciplines including individual giving, major donors, legacies, challenge events, community fundraising, special events, trusts and corporate relationships. The role combines strategic oversight with operational involvement, including direct management of key supporter relationships as well as representing the charity at high-level meetings and external events. SIA has doubled its income over the past six years and we have ambitious plans to build on successful fundraising initiatives, as well as develop new ones. Role responsibilities: Raising Funds. Strategic Planning and Design. Capacity Building. Innovating. Leading. Collaborating. Managing Risk. Relationship Building and Networking. This is a pivotal role within SIA s senior leadership team , driving the next big step change in our voluntary income, whilst also contributing to planning, budgeting, risk management and strategic decision making on charity-wide priorities. Benefits Annual leave: 28 days per holiday year plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after two years of service Access to Group pension scheme (6% employer contribution) Access to Group life assurance scheme Access to Healthcare cash plan Access to Employee assistance programme (EAP) Employee volunteer days Access to discounted gym membership Free car parking at Milton Keynes, Head Office Investing in Our People - all members of staff are encouraged to discuss their development plans and aspirations with their line manager. A budget is available for talent development. Thank you for your interest in joining our special charity! This post will play a critical role in achieving our ambitions. We hope that the role inspires you and we look forward to receiving your application. Closing date: 9am, Wednesday 22 October 2025 Interview dates: Thursday 13 November 2025 at SIA House, Milton Keynes (preferred) or online/Teams OR Friday 14 November 2025 online/Teams Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. At SIA, we value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment as we believe diversity fosters a more innovative, creative, and caring culture. We are striving to create a culture that fully represents all the communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, family or parental status, or disability status. Disabled candidates who meet the standard job criteria will be offered a guaranteed interview. No agencies please.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Head of Fundraising & Partnerships Salary: £51,780 per annum Location: SIA House, Oldbrook, Milton Keynes MK6 (Some hybrid working possible) Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week About Us The Spinal Injuries Association is committed to a singular vision: a fulfilled life for everyone affected by spinal cord injury. Everyone has a right to live a fulfilled life and that means the life they choose, a life that has the same opportunities as everyone else. We are the expert guiding voice for life after spinal cord injury. About the Role We re seeking a dynamic leader to drive the financial growth of the organisation by expanding, diversifying and strengthening the sustainability of our voluntary income, in line with our Strategy 2030 and beyond. You will lead and inspire a high-performing team of fundraising experts covering all disciplines including individual giving, major donors, legacies, challenge events, community fundraising, special events, trusts and corporate relationships. The role combines strategic oversight with operational involvement, including direct management of key supporter relationships as well as representing the charity at high-level meetings and external events. SIA has doubled its income over the past six years and we have ambitious plans to build on successful fundraising initiatives, as well as develop new ones. Role responsibilities: Raising Funds. Strategic Planning and Design. Capacity Building. Innovating. Leading. Collaborating. Managing Risk. Relationship Building and Networking. This is a pivotal role within SIA s senior leadership team , driving the next big step change in our voluntary income, whilst also contributing to planning, budgeting, risk management and strategic decision making on charity-wide priorities. Benefits Annual leave: 28 days per holiday year plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after two years of service Access to Group pension scheme (6% employer contribution) Access to Group life assurance scheme Access to Healthcare cash plan Access to Employee assistance programme (EAP) Employee volunteer days Access to discounted gym membership Free car parking at Milton Keynes, Head Office Investing in Our People - all members of staff are encouraged to discuss their development plans and aspirations with their line manager. A budget is available for talent development. Thank you for your interest in joining our special charity! This post will play a critical role in achieving our ambitions. We hope that the role inspires you and we look forward to receiving your application. Closing date: 9am, Wednesday 22 October 2025 Interview dates: Thursday 13 November 2025 at SIA House, Milton Keynes (preferred) or online/Teams OR Friday 14 November 2025 online/Teams Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. At SIA, we value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment as we believe diversity fosters a more innovative, creative, and caring culture. We are striving to create a culture that fully represents all the communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, family or parental status, or disability status. Disabled candidates who meet the standard job criteria will be offered a guaranteed interview. No agencies please.
Job Title: Project Manager Team: Membership Faith & Policy Hours: Full time 35 hours per week Salary: £44000.00 - £46000.00 per annum Contract Length: Permanent Reporting to: CEO Mothers Union 150th Anniversary, 2026 Mothers Union Mothers' Union is a global Christian movement working with people of all faiths and none to develop communities, strengthen families and advocate for change. Our members are active in 83 countries and work tirelessly to serve their communities to build a future where everyone thrives. Founded in 1876, Mothers Union is a women-led volunteer movement, with a membership of 4 million people around the world, 36,000 of whom live in the UK and Ireland. Based on Christian fellowship, members express their faith through action in their local communities, aiming to create a world where every individual can reach their full potential, by stopping poverty, injustice and violence. The opportunity In 2026, Mothers Union will be 150 years young. This is a major opportunity for MU to celebrate with the membership, and also to use the opportunity to reach out to new members and supporters. The following have been identified as the major activities for the year: London, June 10th: Thanksgiving Service in St Paul s Cathedral at 5pm, followed by a possible reception. London, June 11th: Celebratory Gathering of the membership in central London, at the Emmanuel Centre, near to the base of MU in Mary Sumner House, Westminster. A physical exhibition in Mary Sumner House, and a virtual exhibition which can tour. Between March (Lady Day) and August (Mary Sumner Day) a range of events organized by provinces and local dioceses, for membership and fundraising, including picnics, Sunday Takeovers and local initiatives such as tree planting. In South Africa in October, a Global Gathering of 2500 members and guests, preceded by a leadership. meeting ( Worldwide Council ) and followed by a Worldwide Board meeting. For all, a cohesive communications plan is being prepared. Current Status Individual teams are taking ownership of elements, which particularly for membership and fundraising initiatives include targets for delivery. These are being finalized as part of the current budgeting process We are, however, a small staff team, and this workload will be exceptional. Teams are discussing interdependencies and synergies across work streams, but there is a need to ensure that these are coordinated and monitored, and any issues or clashes in priority quickly identified and resolved. Throughout, close collaboration between the staff team and membership will be essential. The role There is a need for an experienced project manager to join the team, from October 2025 to November 2026, to provide co-ordination across streams and stakeholders, flag issues early, ensure that all activities are properly planned, resourced and within budget, and that relevant stakeholders are kept informed. Key Responsibilities In collaboration with each stream leader, to put together a masterplan with associated budgets, drawing together what has already been prepared, and flagging any potential gaps, synergies or conflicts, for resolution. This plan will identify clearly accountabilities (and how these sit with the wider work of teams and individuals, staff and members or volunteers). With the leads, to share the masterplan with the Board, for approval, and provide regular reporting, in line with agreed milestones. For South Africa: In line with the governance structure approved by the Board in September, to be the coordinator for the Steering Group, Operational Committee and on the ground event management teams, ensuring seamless communications, and timely reporting as required; to manage practical issues with delegates from outside S Africa as they arise, for example around ticketing, and to manage stakeholders. This will, and will require close collaboration with the Director of Fundraising and Communications as senior staff lead and almost certainly require one or more site visits. For centrally organized events in London: To provide the detailed project management under the Membership Team, ensuring that necessary resource is drawn in for support at key times before, during and if needed after the events; to actively engage in delivery on the days, as required. For Province and Diocese led events: To work with the Board lead to capture and track all events and their impact, and ensure that resources are made available through the central teams to agreed schedules, and reports received back for communications. This will include ensuring a shared understanding of the initiatives, and the benefits for the wider membership. For Communications: To work with the lead and all teams, to ensure that all are agreed on and understand the priorities through the year, and that the processes in place to deliver. Impact tracking: To agree / confirm with each workstream the target impact, and to track against this. To prepare an initial overall impact assessment by end November, 2025. Reporting: The project manager will report operationally into the CEO or an agreed SLT member, and will provide monthly summary reports to the SLT, flagging any issues for resolution, and timely reports for the Board. Mothers Union is a Christian organization, and all events will be inspired by the Christian faith. The postholder would need to be comfortable in working in a Christian environment, and a practicing Christian would be an advantage. A project management qualification, such as Prince 2, would be a distinct advantage, and a minimum of 5 years experience in project management. Key skills You will need to have excellent organizational, stakeholder management and communications skills A natural teamworker, you will be skilled at identifying solutions together with others, which enable informed choices to be made and decisions respected. You will be skilled in risk management, budget and resource management, and be able to work with relevant leads to define and manage key processes. Benefits 25 days of annual leave (full time) plus up to 4 days of leave (full time) given at the discretion of Mothers Union. Employer pension contribution of 6.5%. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay. Two volunteering days per calendar year. One away day per calendar year. Enhanced sick pay. Bereavement leave & Compassionate leave Season ticket loan. Cycle to work scheme. Employee assistance programme. Eye care voucher and an allowance towards glasses. Work Location/Hybrid Working Pattern This role will be based at our Head Office in central London. Mothers Union operates a hybrid working model. Staff are required to work an aggregate minimum of 90 days per calendar year (pro rata for part timers) at our Head Office, Mary Sumner House in central London. Tuesdays are our anchor days where every staff member is expected to be at the office. The 90 days includes anchor Tuesdays. In addition, Thursday is a core working day where part time staff are expected to work, either at home or from the office as needed. Application Deadline The deadline for applications is 22 October 2025 at 5:00 pm. Due to the number of applications we may receive, we will not be able to individually respond to each applicant. Kindly note, we will only be getting in touch with the applicants shortlisted for an interview. We aim to get in touch with the shortlisted candidates after the application deadline. We will be conducting interviews for suitable candidates as we go along and may fill the role before the closing date. Equal Opportunity Mothers Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to create an inclusive environment for all employees.
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Project Manager Team: Membership Faith & Policy Hours: Full time 35 hours per week Salary: £44000.00 - £46000.00 per annum Contract Length: Permanent Reporting to: CEO Mothers Union 150th Anniversary, 2026 Mothers Union Mothers' Union is a global Christian movement working with people of all faiths and none to develop communities, strengthen families and advocate for change. Our members are active in 83 countries and work tirelessly to serve their communities to build a future where everyone thrives. Founded in 1876, Mothers Union is a women-led volunteer movement, with a membership of 4 million people around the world, 36,000 of whom live in the UK and Ireland. Based on Christian fellowship, members express their faith through action in their local communities, aiming to create a world where every individual can reach their full potential, by stopping poverty, injustice and violence. The opportunity In 2026, Mothers Union will be 150 years young. This is a major opportunity for MU to celebrate with the membership, and also to use the opportunity to reach out to new members and supporters. The following have been identified as the major activities for the year: London, June 10th: Thanksgiving Service in St Paul s Cathedral at 5pm, followed by a possible reception. London, June 11th: Celebratory Gathering of the membership in central London, at the Emmanuel Centre, near to the base of MU in Mary Sumner House, Westminster. A physical exhibition in Mary Sumner House, and a virtual exhibition which can tour. Between March (Lady Day) and August (Mary Sumner Day) a range of events organized by provinces and local dioceses, for membership and fundraising, including picnics, Sunday Takeovers and local initiatives such as tree planting. In South Africa in October, a Global Gathering of 2500 members and guests, preceded by a leadership. meeting ( Worldwide Council ) and followed by a Worldwide Board meeting. For all, a cohesive communications plan is being prepared. Current Status Individual teams are taking ownership of elements, which particularly for membership and fundraising initiatives include targets for delivery. These are being finalized as part of the current budgeting process We are, however, a small staff team, and this workload will be exceptional. Teams are discussing interdependencies and synergies across work streams, but there is a need to ensure that these are coordinated and monitored, and any issues or clashes in priority quickly identified and resolved. Throughout, close collaboration between the staff team and membership will be essential. The role There is a need for an experienced project manager to join the team, from October 2025 to November 2026, to provide co-ordination across streams and stakeholders, flag issues early, ensure that all activities are properly planned, resourced and within budget, and that relevant stakeholders are kept informed. Key Responsibilities In collaboration with each stream leader, to put together a masterplan with associated budgets, drawing together what has already been prepared, and flagging any potential gaps, synergies or conflicts, for resolution. This plan will identify clearly accountabilities (and how these sit with the wider work of teams and individuals, staff and members or volunteers). With the leads, to share the masterplan with the Board, for approval, and provide regular reporting, in line with agreed milestones. For South Africa: In line with the governance structure approved by the Board in September, to be the coordinator for the Steering Group, Operational Committee and on the ground event management teams, ensuring seamless communications, and timely reporting as required; to manage practical issues with delegates from outside S Africa as they arise, for example around ticketing, and to manage stakeholders. This will, and will require close collaboration with the Director of Fundraising and Communications as senior staff lead and almost certainly require one or more site visits. For centrally organized events in London: To provide the detailed project management under the Membership Team, ensuring that necessary resource is drawn in for support at key times before, during and if needed after the events; to actively engage in delivery on the days, as required. For Province and Diocese led events: To work with the Board lead to capture and track all events and their impact, and ensure that resources are made available through the central teams to agreed schedules, and reports received back for communications. This will include ensuring a shared understanding of the initiatives, and the benefits for the wider membership. For Communications: To work with the lead and all teams, to ensure that all are agreed on and understand the priorities through the year, and that the processes in place to deliver. Impact tracking: To agree / confirm with each workstream the target impact, and to track against this. To prepare an initial overall impact assessment by end November, 2025. Reporting: The project manager will report operationally into the CEO or an agreed SLT member, and will provide monthly summary reports to the SLT, flagging any issues for resolution, and timely reports for the Board. Mothers Union is a Christian organization, and all events will be inspired by the Christian faith. The postholder would need to be comfortable in working in a Christian environment, and a practicing Christian would be an advantage. A project management qualification, such as Prince 2, would be a distinct advantage, and a minimum of 5 years experience in project management. Key skills You will need to have excellent organizational, stakeholder management and communications skills A natural teamworker, you will be skilled at identifying solutions together with others, which enable informed choices to be made and decisions respected. You will be skilled in risk management, budget and resource management, and be able to work with relevant leads to define and manage key processes. Benefits 25 days of annual leave (full time) plus up to 4 days of leave (full time) given at the discretion of Mothers Union. Employer pension contribution of 6.5%. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay. Two volunteering days per calendar year. One away day per calendar year. Enhanced sick pay. Bereavement leave & Compassionate leave Season ticket loan. Cycle to work scheme. Employee assistance programme. Eye care voucher and an allowance towards glasses. Work Location/Hybrid Working Pattern This role will be based at our Head Office in central London. Mothers Union operates a hybrid working model. Staff are required to work an aggregate minimum of 90 days per calendar year (pro rata for part timers) at our Head Office, Mary Sumner House in central London. Tuesdays are our anchor days where every staff member is expected to be at the office. The 90 days includes anchor Tuesdays. In addition, Thursday is a core working day where part time staff are expected to work, either at home or from the office as needed. Application Deadline The deadline for applications is 22 October 2025 at 5:00 pm. Due to the number of applications we may receive, we will not be able to individually respond to each applicant. Kindly note, we will only be getting in touch with the applicants shortlisted for an interview. We aim to get in touch with the shortlisted candidates after the application deadline. We will be conducting interviews for suitable candidates as we go along and may fill the role before the closing date. Equal Opportunity Mothers Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to create an inclusive environment for all employees.
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.