Employer: BookTrust Location: London (Farringdon) or Leeds Salary: £36,000-£38,000 Contract: Full-time, permanent Join BookTrust, the UK's largest children's reading charity, and help change children's lives through reading. For more than 100 years, we've been inspiring a love of books and reading, reaching millions of children every year, particularly those from low-income families and vulnerable backgrounds. We are looking for a Senior Individual Giving Officer to deliver innovative, insight-led fundraising campaigns that grow supporter engagement and maximise income. Working as part of a supportive, ambitious and collaborative team, you'll gain experience across the full Individual Giving programme while helping bring the joy and benefits of reading to children across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and data-driven fundraiser who enjoys managing campaigns end-to-end and is passionate about delivering an excellent supporter experience. You'll help shape and deliver multi-channel campaigns, test new ideas and fundraising products, and use insight to drive performance and long-term supporter relationships. The role can be based in either our London office in Farringdon or our Leeds head office, with a minimum of eight office days per month. Fundraising at BookTrust As a charity, fundraising is central to BookTrust's mission, enabling us to bring our work to life and reach more children through a diverse portfolio of income generation, including mixed models of trading and philanthropy. You will join a friendly, supportive, and ambitious fundraising team working together to generate sustainable income that supports our mission through the funding of programmes and projects and ensures excellent stewardship of our donors. As part of our new strategy, we aim to grow our income significantly over the next five years. With current annual income of £12.4m and a strong base of long-term committed funding, we are well positioned to expand our work. As we expand our work and reach more children and families, developing new income streams is a key organisational priority. The Individual Giving function within the Fundraising team, where this role sits, has been tasked with growing income to £2 million by 2030. We will do this by improving our supporter experience and engagement, employing a test-and-learn strategy across a range of campaigns and being data-led in everything that we do. Job Purpose The Senior Individual Giving Officer plays a central role delivering the campaigns and plans that will achieve the Individual Giving programme income targets. The post holder, working closely with colleagues across BookTrust, will manage existing and test new Individual Giving campaigns and develop and test new fundraising products in order to generate income from new and existing supporters. This is an exciting time to join BookTrust as we invest in growing our Individual Giving programme and develop new ways for supporters to help children discover the life-changing benefits of reading. Key Responsibilities: Programmes and projects Manage acquisition and retention campaigns including testing new audiences and channels. Deliver effective supporter journeys to ensure the highest possible standards of donor experience. End-to-end campaign management across the fundraising mix including legacies, mid value and in memory. Support the testing and development of new community and events fundraising opportunities. Work closely with and support the Individual Giving Lead to ensure all activity is delivered on time and to budget, contributing to annual income targets. Relationships Work collaboratively with colleagues across marketing, digital, comms and across the organisation. Work closely with Supporter Services and CRM colleagues to ensure best experience for our supporters Work effectively with external suppliers and agencies, maintaining strong working relationships. Budgeting, analysis and reporting Monitor and control income and expenditure against targets outlined in annual plans. Feed into quarterly forecasting and annual budget setting processes. Closely monitor campaign results, provide updates on performance and produce post-campaign analysis reports. Make recommendations to improve the performance of future campaigns based on evidence and data. Contribute to CRM development and update existing reporting mechanisms. Other Keep up to date with innovation and changes in the sector and external environment. Undertake other duties as required that are commensurate with this role.
May 21, 2026
Full time
Employer: BookTrust Location: London (Farringdon) or Leeds Salary: £36,000-£38,000 Contract: Full-time, permanent Join BookTrust, the UK's largest children's reading charity, and help change children's lives through reading. For more than 100 years, we've been inspiring a love of books and reading, reaching millions of children every year, particularly those from low-income families and vulnerable backgrounds. We are looking for a Senior Individual Giving Officer to deliver innovative, insight-led fundraising campaigns that grow supporter engagement and maximise income. Working as part of a supportive, ambitious and collaborative team, you'll gain experience across the full Individual Giving programme while helping bring the joy and benefits of reading to children across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and data-driven fundraiser who enjoys managing campaigns end-to-end and is passionate about delivering an excellent supporter experience. You'll help shape and deliver multi-channel campaigns, test new ideas and fundraising products, and use insight to drive performance and long-term supporter relationships. The role can be based in either our London office in Farringdon or our Leeds head office, with a minimum of eight office days per month. Fundraising at BookTrust As a charity, fundraising is central to BookTrust's mission, enabling us to bring our work to life and reach more children through a diverse portfolio of income generation, including mixed models of trading and philanthropy. You will join a friendly, supportive, and ambitious fundraising team working together to generate sustainable income that supports our mission through the funding of programmes and projects and ensures excellent stewardship of our donors. As part of our new strategy, we aim to grow our income significantly over the next five years. With current annual income of £12.4m and a strong base of long-term committed funding, we are well positioned to expand our work. As we expand our work and reach more children and families, developing new income streams is a key organisational priority. The Individual Giving function within the Fundraising team, where this role sits, has been tasked with growing income to £2 million by 2030. We will do this by improving our supporter experience and engagement, employing a test-and-learn strategy across a range of campaigns and being data-led in everything that we do. Job Purpose The Senior Individual Giving Officer plays a central role delivering the campaigns and plans that will achieve the Individual Giving programme income targets. The post holder, working closely with colleagues across BookTrust, will manage existing and test new Individual Giving campaigns and develop and test new fundraising products in order to generate income from new and existing supporters. This is an exciting time to join BookTrust as we invest in growing our Individual Giving programme and develop new ways for supporters to help children discover the life-changing benefits of reading. Key Responsibilities: Programmes and projects Manage acquisition and retention campaigns including testing new audiences and channels. Deliver effective supporter journeys to ensure the highest possible standards of donor experience. End-to-end campaign management across the fundraising mix including legacies, mid value and in memory. Support the testing and development of new community and events fundraising opportunities. Work closely with and support the Individual Giving Lead to ensure all activity is delivered on time and to budget, contributing to annual income targets. Relationships Work collaboratively with colleagues across marketing, digital, comms and across the organisation. Work closely with Supporter Services and CRM colleagues to ensure best experience for our supporters Work effectively with external suppliers and agencies, maintaining strong working relationships. Budgeting, analysis and reporting Monitor and control income and expenditure against targets outlined in annual plans. Feed into quarterly forecasting and annual budget setting processes. Closely monitor campaign results, provide updates on performance and produce post-campaign analysis reports. Make recommendations to improve the performance of future campaigns based on evidence and data. Contribute to CRM development and update existing reporting mechanisms. Other Keep up to date with innovation and changes in the sector and external environment. Undertake other duties as required that are commensurate with this role.
Fundraising Officer (Corporate) If you re motivated by purpose, eager to make a tangible difference, and excited to help reach ambitious fundraising goals, we d love to hear from you. Location: Hybrid work arrangement (Offices in London, Manchester & North East) Salary: £29,344 - £32,844 per annum Closing date: 27 May, 2026 Employment Type: Permanent Hours per week: 37.5 About the Role Fundraising Officer (Corporate) Help turn corporate ambition into life changing impact. You ll build and grow partnerships with businesses across the UK, securing sustainable income that helps young people move on from homelessness. Working closely with the Corporate & Regional Partnerships team, you ll spot opportunities, support high value partnerships and create compelling proposals that deliver shared value. This role is ideal for a proactive relationship builder who thrives on action. You ll research and develop a strong corporate pipeline, steward partners brilliantly, use CRM insight to track progress, and confidently represent the charity externally. If you re motivated by collaboration, purpose and results, this is your chance to make a visible difference every partnership, every conversation, every win. This role offers a Hybrid work arrangement (Offices in London, Manchester & North East); hence, applicants in different UK locations are encouraged to apply. Key deliverables: Secure and grow low to medium value corporate partnerships, supporting delivery of ambitious income targets. Research prospective partners and build a strong, purpose led corporate fundraising pipeline. Support high value (£50k+) corporate partnerships through proposal development, applications and stewardship. Build trusting, long term relationships with corporate supporters, delivering excellent donor care and engagement. Develop tailored partnership proposals and sponsorship packages aligned to corporate CSR/ESG goals. Maintain accurate CRM records, track performance against KPIs and produce clear progress reports. Represent the charity confidently in meetings, events and project visits with corporate partners. Work collaboratively across fundraising, communications and regional teams to maximise impact and income. What we are looking for from you (Person Specification) When completing your application form please address all the points set out below. Proven experience in charity fundraising Understanding of income channels that could be utilised within a corporate and community fundraising setting. Strong networking and relationship-building skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience of researching potential donors and building a pipeline Confidence in presenting to senior stakeholders, briefing service staff and negotiating partnerships Excellent organisational skills, including ability to work on own initiative and to effectively manage and prioritise workload. Knowledge of CSR trends and how UN Sustainability Goals feed into corporate ESG objectives (Desirable) Experience of writing grant applications (Desirable) Knowledge of Code of Fundraising Practice and Data Protection legislation (Desirable) Previous experience of using Raisers Edge (Desirable) Other requirements Willingness to work variable hours including evenings and weekends as needed. Flexibility to travel to meetings as required within the UK. A willingness to work within the Vincentian Values of the charity, for example, doing what we say and being innovative in our approach. You believe in people their strengths, their rights and their potential. You bring empathy, energy and a solution focused mindset to your work. You communicate clearly, stay organised and adapt well in a fast moving environment. You re committed to inclusion, fairness and continuous learning, and you turn values into meaningful action, whatever your role. What You ll Receive Tailored training and development Flexible working options where suitable 26 days annual leave, rising with service Family friendly leave policies Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 7% Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access Discounts across retail, travel, food, fitness and more Cash health plan for you and your family Death in service benefit Access to legal and practical support Safer Recruitment The charity is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If a role requires it under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975, we will carry out the appropriate Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. We only look at information that is relevant to the role, and a criminal record will never be treated as an automatic barrier to employment. All DBS information is handled sensitively, confidentially and in line with the DBS Code of Practice, and we encourage applicants to discuss any concerns with us openly. About the Organisation In the 1980s, high unemployment and steep inflation was contributing to a shocking rise in youth homelessness across London. Thousands of young people were sleeping rough every night, with many areas notoriously dubbed cardboard cities due to the visible rise in street homelessness. Appalled by the scenes playing out across the capital, a group of people came together to tackle the challenge head on. Led by Cardinal Basil Hume and Mark McGreevy OBE, in 1989 the charity was born. What began as a single housing project in North London soon expanded across London, Greater Manchester and the North East of England. Today, the charity provides accommodation, prevention and support services to thousands of marginalised young people across the UK each year. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
May 20, 2026
Full time
Fundraising Officer (Corporate) If you re motivated by purpose, eager to make a tangible difference, and excited to help reach ambitious fundraising goals, we d love to hear from you. Location: Hybrid work arrangement (Offices in London, Manchester & North East) Salary: £29,344 - £32,844 per annum Closing date: 27 May, 2026 Employment Type: Permanent Hours per week: 37.5 About the Role Fundraising Officer (Corporate) Help turn corporate ambition into life changing impact. You ll build and grow partnerships with businesses across the UK, securing sustainable income that helps young people move on from homelessness. Working closely with the Corporate & Regional Partnerships team, you ll spot opportunities, support high value partnerships and create compelling proposals that deliver shared value. This role is ideal for a proactive relationship builder who thrives on action. You ll research and develop a strong corporate pipeline, steward partners brilliantly, use CRM insight to track progress, and confidently represent the charity externally. If you re motivated by collaboration, purpose and results, this is your chance to make a visible difference every partnership, every conversation, every win. This role offers a Hybrid work arrangement (Offices in London, Manchester & North East); hence, applicants in different UK locations are encouraged to apply. Key deliverables: Secure and grow low to medium value corporate partnerships, supporting delivery of ambitious income targets. Research prospective partners and build a strong, purpose led corporate fundraising pipeline. Support high value (£50k+) corporate partnerships through proposal development, applications and stewardship. Build trusting, long term relationships with corporate supporters, delivering excellent donor care and engagement. Develop tailored partnership proposals and sponsorship packages aligned to corporate CSR/ESG goals. Maintain accurate CRM records, track performance against KPIs and produce clear progress reports. Represent the charity confidently in meetings, events and project visits with corporate partners. Work collaboratively across fundraising, communications and regional teams to maximise impact and income. What we are looking for from you (Person Specification) When completing your application form please address all the points set out below. Proven experience in charity fundraising Understanding of income channels that could be utilised within a corporate and community fundraising setting. Strong networking and relationship-building skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience of researching potential donors and building a pipeline Confidence in presenting to senior stakeholders, briefing service staff and negotiating partnerships Excellent organisational skills, including ability to work on own initiative and to effectively manage and prioritise workload. Knowledge of CSR trends and how UN Sustainability Goals feed into corporate ESG objectives (Desirable) Experience of writing grant applications (Desirable) Knowledge of Code of Fundraising Practice and Data Protection legislation (Desirable) Previous experience of using Raisers Edge (Desirable) Other requirements Willingness to work variable hours including evenings and weekends as needed. Flexibility to travel to meetings as required within the UK. A willingness to work within the Vincentian Values of the charity, for example, doing what we say and being innovative in our approach. You believe in people their strengths, their rights and their potential. You bring empathy, energy and a solution focused mindset to your work. You communicate clearly, stay organised and adapt well in a fast moving environment. You re committed to inclusion, fairness and continuous learning, and you turn values into meaningful action, whatever your role. What You ll Receive Tailored training and development Flexible working options where suitable 26 days annual leave, rising with service Family friendly leave policies Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 7% Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access Discounts across retail, travel, food, fitness and more Cash health plan for you and your family Death in service benefit Access to legal and practical support Safer Recruitment The charity is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If a role requires it under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975, we will carry out the appropriate Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. We only look at information that is relevant to the role, and a criminal record will never be treated as an automatic barrier to employment. All DBS information is handled sensitively, confidentially and in line with the DBS Code of Practice, and we encourage applicants to discuss any concerns with us openly. About the Organisation In the 1980s, high unemployment and steep inflation was contributing to a shocking rise in youth homelessness across London. Thousands of young people were sleeping rough every night, with many areas notoriously dubbed cardboard cities due to the visible rise in street homelessness. Appalled by the scenes playing out across the capital, a group of people came together to tackle the challenge head on. Led by Cardinal Basil Hume and Mark McGreevy OBE, in 1989 the charity was born. What began as a single housing project in North London soon expanded across London, Greater Manchester and the North East of England. Today, the charity provides accommodation, prevention and support services to thousands of marginalised young people across the UK each year. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
Location: Hybrid Variable - tied to the Bristol or London office, or Home based with travel to Bristol once a month Change lives in a life-changing career When a child or young person is diagnosed with cancer, their whole world can feel like it s falling apart. Independence is taken and confidence is stolen. Stability no longer exists. The future suddenly feels uncertain. The impact of cancer on young lives is more than medical. And that impact can be felt by entire family. That s why we exist. Our specialist social workers help children and young people with cancer and their families navigate the emotional and practical impact of cancer. We remove barriers, solve problems and prioritise wellbeing. And we stop at nothing to make their voices heard and their unique needs understood, so they can get the right care and support at the right time About the role We re looking for a Virtual Fundraising Officer to join our Virtual Fundraising Team. This role sits within the Mass Participation Team, an ambitious team that attracts and enables supporters to raise funds for Young Lives vs Cancer through participation in virtual or real-life events and challenges. Young Lives vs Cancer recruits around 11,500 virtual fundraisers a year. For many of these supporters this is their first interaction with Young Lives vs Cancer and shows that virtual fundraising can be just the beginning of a relationship with a new supporter. The Virtual Fundraising Officer is responsible for the delivery and growth of virtual fundraising challenges, ensuring exceptional supporter journeys and stewardship while driving ambitious participation and income targets. The main purpose of this role is to project manage several events in our virtual events portfolio at Young Lives vs Cancer, and when needed, support the Virtual Fundraising Senior Officer on the project management of the remaining events in our portfolio. This will include utilising a data-driven approach to analyse performance, optimise processes, and identify opportunities for innovation. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage suppliers, and create engaging content to inspire and empower supporters to reach their fundraising ambitions. Ensure all activities are compliant with relevant regulations, contribute to organisational objectives, and uphold best practices in fundraising. What will I be doing? No two days are the same at Young Lives vs Cancer. So, summarising your day to day isn t easy. Here are some of the main things you ll be doing, but you ll find more details in the job description. Project management: Manage the virtual challenges portfolio, specifically the smaller events in our virtual portfolio from conception to delivery, and support the Virtual Fundraising Senior Officer on the delivery of the remaining of our Virtual challenge events when needed. Stewardship: Develop and deliver engaging, multi-channel stewardship plans to maximise supporter engagement, retention and income, including community management, creation of supporter resources, and implementation of second action strategies. Stakeholder/relationship management: Build and manage effective relationships with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure high-quality delivery, strong collaboration, clear communication, and accurate supporter data management. Budgeting, reporting & evaluating: Analyse and report on performance, budgets and market trends to inform decision-making, support target setting, and deliver post-event evaluation and continuous improvement across virtual fundraising activities. Compliance: Ensure all virtual fundraising activity is fully compliant with relevant regulations, including GDPR and the Fundraising Regulator s Code of Practice, while adhering to organisational policies, maximising Gift Aid income, and meeting all health, safety, and risk management requirements. What do I need? Diverse perspectives and unique skillsets are at the heart of Young Lives vs Cancer. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet the criteria and person specification fully. Your potential is what matters most to us, and we re committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment to help you develop. The key skills we re looking for in this role are: Experience of project managing virtual or fundraising events from conception to delivery Proven ability to manage/complete projects Experience in designing effective stewardship plans and supporter journeys Experience of monitoring, collating and reporting data to provide insights and identify opportunities to innovate and make improvements Track record of achieving and exceeding targets Experience with fundraising platforms e.g. Funraising What will I gain? For people to reach their full potential, they need the right environment. As a member of Team Young Lives, you ll be made to feel supported, valued and appreciated. Here s how we do it: Wellbeing, Thinking & Growth Days: four days a year to to step back from the day-to-day and focus on your own learning and development Generous annual leave allowance Great family/caring leave entitlements Enhanced pension Access to our employee savings scheme To find out more about our benefits package, have a look on our website. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging At Young Lives vs Cancer, we recognise that opportunities for too many people remain a condition of their sex, ethnicity, class, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation or a combination. This has never been acceptable to us as an organisation. We don t just accept difference, we value it, celebrate it, nurture it and we thrive because of it. We re on a journey to be reflective of the diverse children, young people and families we support. We know we aren t there yet, and we re passionately committed to taking actions and making changes to be a truly diverse, inclusive and equitable organisation. This includes taking anti-oppressive action and removing barriers in our recruitment practices. We particularly welcome applications from members of minoritised communities. Our Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging strategy will tell you more. To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. We recognise the benefits of AI, but if you're considering using it to submit your application, we encourage you to reflect on the value AI adds. AI tools often lack the personal touch and authenticity that set candidates apart. We want to hear your unique perspective, experiences, and skills, so we encourage you to tell us about your skills and experiences in your own voice. Accessibility We re committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we ll always aim to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in your application form of any adjustments or access requirements we could make to help you with the application process and interview.
May 20, 2026
Full time
Location: Hybrid Variable - tied to the Bristol or London office, or Home based with travel to Bristol once a month Change lives in a life-changing career When a child or young person is diagnosed with cancer, their whole world can feel like it s falling apart. Independence is taken and confidence is stolen. Stability no longer exists. The future suddenly feels uncertain. The impact of cancer on young lives is more than medical. And that impact can be felt by entire family. That s why we exist. Our specialist social workers help children and young people with cancer and their families navigate the emotional and practical impact of cancer. We remove barriers, solve problems and prioritise wellbeing. And we stop at nothing to make their voices heard and their unique needs understood, so they can get the right care and support at the right time About the role We re looking for a Virtual Fundraising Officer to join our Virtual Fundraising Team. This role sits within the Mass Participation Team, an ambitious team that attracts and enables supporters to raise funds for Young Lives vs Cancer through participation in virtual or real-life events and challenges. Young Lives vs Cancer recruits around 11,500 virtual fundraisers a year. For many of these supporters this is their first interaction with Young Lives vs Cancer and shows that virtual fundraising can be just the beginning of a relationship with a new supporter. The Virtual Fundraising Officer is responsible for the delivery and growth of virtual fundraising challenges, ensuring exceptional supporter journeys and stewardship while driving ambitious participation and income targets. The main purpose of this role is to project manage several events in our virtual events portfolio at Young Lives vs Cancer, and when needed, support the Virtual Fundraising Senior Officer on the project management of the remaining events in our portfolio. This will include utilising a data-driven approach to analyse performance, optimise processes, and identify opportunities for innovation. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage suppliers, and create engaging content to inspire and empower supporters to reach their fundraising ambitions. Ensure all activities are compliant with relevant regulations, contribute to organisational objectives, and uphold best practices in fundraising. What will I be doing? No two days are the same at Young Lives vs Cancer. So, summarising your day to day isn t easy. Here are some of the main things you ll be doing, but you ll find more details in the job description. Project management: Manage the virtual challenges portfolio, specifically the smaller events in our virtual portfolio from conception to delivery, and support the Virtual Fundraising Senior Officer on the delivery of the remaining of our Virtual challenge events when needed. Stewardship: Develop and deliver engaging, multi-channel stewardship plans to maximise supporter engagement, retention and income, including community management, creation of supporter resources, and implementation of second action strategies. Stakeholder/relationship management: Build and manage effective relationships with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure high-quality delivery, strong collaboration, clear communication, and accurate supporter data management. Budgeting, reporting & evaluating: Analyse and report on performance, budgets and market trends to inform decision-making, support target setting, and deliver post-event evaluation and continuous improvement across virtual fundraising activities. Compliance: Ensure all virtual fundraising activity is fully compliant with relevant regulations, including GDPR and the Fundraising Regulator s Code of Practice, while adhering to organisational policies, maximising Gift Aid income, and meeting all health, safety, and risk management requirements. What do I need? Diverse perspectives and unique skillsets are at the heart of Young Lives vs Cancer. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet the criteria and person specification fully. Your potential is what matters most to us, and we re committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment to help you develop. The key skills we re looking for in this role are: Experience of project managing virtual or fundraising events from conception to delivery Proven ability to manage/complete projects Experience in designing effective stewardship plans and supporter journeys Experience of monitoring, collating and reporting data to provide insights and identify opportunities to innovate and make improvements Track record of achieving and exceeding targets Experience with fundraising platforms e.g. Funraising What will I gain? For people to reach their full potential, they need the right environment. As a member of Team Young Lives, you ll be made to feel supported, valued and appreciated. Here s how we do it: Wellbeing, Thinking & Growth Days: four days a year to to step back from the day-to-day and focus on your own learning and development Generous annual leave allowance Great family/caring leave entitlements Enhanced pension Access to our employee savings scheme To find out more about our benefits package, have a look on our website. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging At Young Lives vs Cancer, we recognise that opportunities for too many people remain a condition of their sex, ethnicity, class, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation or a combination. This has never been acceptable to us as an organisation. We don t just accept difference, we value it, celebrate it, nurture it and we thrive because of it. We re on a journey to be reflective of the diverse children, young people and families we support. We know we aren t there yet, and we re passionately committed to taking actions and making changes to be a truly diverse, inclusive and equitable organisation. This includes taking anti-oppressive action and removing barriers in our recruitment practices. We particularly welcome applications from members of minoritised communities. Our Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging strategy will tell you more. To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. We recognise the benefits of AI, but if you're considering using it to submit your application, we encourage you to reflect on the value AI adds. AI tools often lack the personal touch and authenticity that set candidates apart. We want to hear your unique perspective, experiences, and skills, so we encourage you to tell us about your skills and experiences in your own voice. Accessibility We re committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we ll always aim to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in your application form of any adjustments or access requirements we could make to help you with the application process and interview.
We are looking for an highly experienced fundraiser with a proven track record of outstanding success. We are looking especially for experience in relation to Trusts and Foundations but a broader track record of success with individual funders, corporate funders, and government funding is highly advantageous and desirable. Working closely with our Chief Executive over the next financial year you will achieve support for SHiFT of at least £2m. SHiFT is a lean organisation (this role holder won't have a team to delegate to) but as the fundraising programme grows we will review appropriate levels of support, and we move at pace and with focus. We need someone who can thrive in this context, who will relish the autonomy, opportunity and challenge, and who will embody the Breaking Cycles ingredients on which our organisation, practice and culture are built - tenacity, ambition, flexibility. Our new Head of Fundraising will be a compelling storyteller in writing and in person, a skilful lateral thinker, and have exceptional attention to detail. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Fundraising Strategy: Contribute to the development of SHiFT's overarching fundraising strategy, including exploring new high impact ideas for fundraising e.g. campaigns, community fundraising, place based. Lead on defining SHiFT's strategic priorities in trusts and foundation funding and corporate partnership opportunities. Horizon scan to ensure SHiFT is agile and maximising opportunities in light of our organisational needs and priorities. This includes local, regional, and national funding opportunities. Relationship Building & Representation: Act as an ambassador for the charity with partners, donors and supporters. Attend relevant events and meetings to develop our networks and storytelling about SHiFT's work in ways that support our fundraising. Identify opportunities for collaboration with organisations aligned with the charity's mission, including opportunities that are of benefit to the voice, participation and belonging of the children and families SHiFT works with. Build a network of supporters who can advocate for the charity's work. Identify the appropriate balance of relationship management; whether led by the Head of Fundraising or in choreographing the involvement of other SHiFT colleagues, including the Chief Executive. Develop and manage an engaging and motivating donor stewardship programme. Trusts & Foundations: Identify and research funding opportunities from trusts, foundations and grant makers. Write compelling funding applications and proposals. Build strong partner relationships with grant funders, creating meaningful opportunities for ongoing engagement with our work as appropriate. Ensure effective reporting on impact, working closely with SHiFT's learning and practice teams to support accuracy and effectiveness. Build a sustainable pipeline of grant opportunities aligned with SHiFT's strategy. Corporate Partnerships: Identify and develop partnerships with corporate organisations aligned with the charity's mission, with a clear analysis of the cost/benefit potential of each relationship. Secure financial and in-kind support from businesses across sectors such as food, retail, logistics, education, community impact and opportunities for the children and families SHiFT works with. Develop partnership proposals and sponsorship opportunities. Manage relationships with corporate partners and ensure strong stewardship and impact reporting. Impact and Reporting: Work closely with SHiFT's learning and practice teams to proactively gather data, case studies and outcomes information. Translate impact data into compelling narratives aligned with funder priorities. Support donor communications and stewardship to maintain long-term relationships. Work with SHiFT's communications team to support external story telling in ways that optimise SHiFT's positioning for funder support and interest, including through social media and events. Support the development of monitoring and evaluation frameworks to strengthen future bids. Systems and Compliance: Maintain accurate records of donors, partners and fundraising activity using our CRM and SharePoint. Support the development of our CRM to optimise its effectiveness for fundraising and stewardship. Work with SHiFT's Finance Manager and Chief Operating Officer to ensure compliance with funder requirements and restricted income application/accounting. Undertake due diligence across fundraised income. Maintain and develop our fundraising policies to ensure that SHiFT implements best practice approaches in all of our fundraising activities. Track fundraising performance and produce reports for leadership and Trustees, reporting directly into SHiFT's Finance Committee. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE We know excellent candidates may not meet every requirement listed below. If this role excites you and you believe you could succeed in it, we encourage you to apply. Essential: Significant experience in fundraising, corporate partnerships or business development Experience in creating fundraising strategies. Strong relationship-building, networking and storytelling skills. Evidenced track record in securing funding from trusts and foundations, individuals, corporates, or grant makers. Excellent written communication skills for proposals, funding applications, impact reports, including the ability to understand and communicate insight from qualitative and quantitative data in support of fundraising activity. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Valuable Experience (not essential): Experience in the charity sector. Experience in working with senior leaders such as high net worth individuals, foundation trustees, corporate board members. Experience in funded collaboration with public services. Experience in justice/children and family/place-based related fundraising. Experience and networks in Greater Manchester and the North East. COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION SHiFT is committed to building an anti-racist, anti-oppressive and inclusive organisation. We recognise the over-representation of Black, Brown and Mixed Heritage children in the youth justice system, and the wider structural inequalities affecting many children and families we work alongside. We believe our team should reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. We particularly welcome applications from people from racially minoritised communities, disabled people, LGBTQ+ people, people with lived experience of the systems we work in, and people from lower socio-economic backgrounds. We know talent is widely distributed, while opportunity is not. If you need adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know. We are committed to making recruitment accessible and fair. Safeguarding checks This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude you from employment. Decisions will be made fairly, proportionately and in line with safeguarding responsibilities. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. BENEFITS: Flexible and hybrid working. Pension contribution. Professional development opportunities. Supportive and values-led culture. Opportunity to shape a growing organisation with national influence. How to apply Please send: Your CV. A cover letter (maximum two pages) explaining your interest in the role and the experience you would bring. Send applications by an email via the button below. Closing date: 23.59, 31 May 2026. We use structured and inclusive recruitment processes and can share interview questions in advance on request. Interviews are likely to be held on Thursday 18 June 2026, in person, at our offices in Coram (WC1N 1AZ). Candidates are asked to please note this date and hold it in mind where possible in their scheduling. A note to candidates Research shows that women, people with disabilities and candidates from racially minoritised backgrounds are less likely to apply unless they meet every criterion. If you're interested in this role but unsure whether you meet all the requirements, we'd still love to hear from you.
May 15, 2026
Full time
We are looking for an highly experienced fundraiser with a proven track record of outstanding success. We are looking especially for experience in relation to Trusts and Foundations but a broader track record of success with individual funders, corporate funders, and government funding is highly advantageous and desirable. Working closely with our Chief Executive over the next financial year you will achieve support for SHiFT of at least £2m. SHiFT is a lean organisation (this role holder won't have a team to delegate to) but as the fundraising programme grows we will review appropriate levels of support, and we move at pace and with focus. We need someone who can thrive in this context, who will relish the autonomy, opportunity and challenge, and who will embody the Breaking Cycles ingredients on which our organisation, practice and culture are built - tenacity, ambition, flexibility. Our new Head of Fundraising will be a compelling storyteller in writing and in person, a skilful lateral thinker, and have exceptional attention to detail. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Fundraising Strategy: Contribute to the development of SHiFT's overarching fundraising strategy, including exploring new high impact ideas for fundraising e.g. campaigns, community fundraising, place based. Lead on defining SHiFT's strategic priorities in trusts and foundation funding and corporate partnership opportunities. Horizon scan to ensure SHiFT is agile and maximising opportunities in light of our organisational needs and priorities. This includes local, regional, and national funding opportunities. Relationship Building & Representation: Act as an ambassador for the charity with partners, donors and supporters. Attend relevant events and meetings to develop our networks and storytelling about SHiFT's work in ways that support our fundraising. Identify opportunities for collaboration with organisations aligned with the charity's mission, including opportunities that are of benefit to the voice, participation and belonging of the children and families SHiFT works with. Build a network of supporters who can advocate for the charity's work. Identify the appropriate balance of relationship management; whether led by the Head of Fundraising or in choreographing the involvement of other SHiFT colleagues, including the Chief Executive. Develop and manage an engaging and motivating donor stewardship programme. Trusts & Foundations: Identify and research funding opportunities from trusts, foundations and grant makers. Write compelling funding applications and proposals. Build strong partner relationships with grant funders, creating meaningful opportunities for ongoing engagement with our work as appropriate. Ensure effective reporting on impact, working closely with SHiFT's learning and practice teams to support accuracy and effectiveness. Build a sustainable pipeline of grant opportunities aligned with SHiFT's strategy. Corporate Partnerships: Identify and develop partnerships with corporate organisations aligned with the charity's mission, with a clear analysis of the cost/benefit potential of each relationship. Secure financial and in-kind support from businesses across sectors such as food, retail, logistics, education, community impact and opportunities for the children and families SHiFT works with. Develop partnership proposals and sponsorship opportunities. Manage relationships with corporate partners and ensure strong stewardship and impact reporting. Impact and Reporting: Work closely with SHiFT's learning and practice teams to proactively gather data, case studies and outcomes information. Translate impact data into compelling narratives aligned with funder priorities. Support donor communications and stewardship to maintain long-term relationships. Work with SHiFT's communications team to support external story telling in ways that optimise SHiFT's positioning for funder support and interest, including through social media and events. Support the development of monitoring and evaluation frameworks to strengthen future bids. Systems and Compliance: Maintain accurate records of donors, partners and fundraising activity using our CRM and SharePoint. Support the development of our CRM to optimise its effectiveness for fundraising and stewardship. Work with SHiFT's Finance Manager and Chief Operating Officer to ensure compliance with funder requirements and restricted income application/accounting. Undertake due diligence across fundraised income. Maintain and develop our fundraising policies to ensure that SHiFT implements best practice approaches in all of our fundraising activities. Track fundraising performance and produce reports for leadership and Trustees, reporting directly into SHiFT's Finance Committee. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE We know excellent candidates may not meet every requirement listed below. If this role excites you and you believe you could succeed in it, we encourage you to apply. Essential: Significant experience in fundraising, corporate partnerships or business development Experience in creating fundraising strategies. Strong relationship-building, networking and storytelling skills. Evidenced track record in securing funding from trusts and foundations, individuals, corporates, or grant makers. Excellent written communication skills for proposals, funding applications, impact reports, including the ability to understand and communicate insight from qualitative and quantitative data in support of fundraising activity. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Valuable Experience (not essential): Experience in the charity sector. Experience in working with senior leaders such as high net worth individuals, foundation trustees, corporate board members. Experience in funded collaboration with public services. Experience in justice/children and family/place-based related fundraising. Experience and networks in Greater Manchester and the North East. COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION SHiFT is committed to building an anti-racist, anti-oppressive and inclusive organisation. We recognise the over-representation of Black, Brown and Mixed Heritage children in the youth justice system, and the wider structural inequalities affecting many children and families we work alongside. We believe our team should reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. We particularly welcome applications from people from racially minoritised communities, disabled people, LGBTQ+ people, people with lived experience of the systems we work in, and people from lower socio-economic backgrounds. We know talent is widely distributed, while opportunity is not. If you need adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know. We are committed to making recruitment accessible and fair. Safeguarding checks This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude you from employment. Decisions will be made fairly, proportionately and in line with safeguarding responsibilities. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. BENEFITS: Flexible and hybrid working. Pension contribution. Professional development opportunities. Supportive and values-led culture. Opportunity to shape a growing organisation with national influence. How to apply Please send: Your CV. A cover letter (maximum two pages) explaining your interest in the role and the experience you would bring. Send applications by an email via the button below. Closing date: 23.59, 31 May 2026. We use structured and inclusive recruitment processes and can share interview questions in advance on request. Interviews are likely to be held on Thursday 18 June 2026, in person, at our offices in Coram (WC1N 1AZ). Candidates are asked to please note this date and hold it in mind where possible in their scheduling. A note to candidates Research shows that women, people with disabilities and candidates from racially minoritised backgrounds are less likely to apply unless they meet every criterion. If you're interested in this role but unsure whether you meet all the requirements, we'd still love to hear from you.
