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Head of Fundraising & Philanthropy Permanent Full-time (37.5 hours per week) - Flexible working arrangements considered. Salary: £45,056-£49,417 (dependent on experience) Reports to: Chief Executive Officer Location: Bristol (Hybrid working) Help Transform the Future of Rivers Across the Bristol Avon This is a rare opportunity to build something that will have a lasting impact. Over the past several years, Bristol Avon Rivers Trust (BART) has become one of the UK's fastest-growing Rivers Trusts, securing investment to restore rivers, reconnect habitats, reduce flooding and engage communities across the Bristol Avon catchment. Now we're ready for the next stage of our journey. We are looking for an ambitious and experienced fundraising leader to build and lead an entirely new area of our organisation - developing sustainable voluntary income that enables us to do more than project funding alone can achieve. This is an opportunity to create something from the ground up. You will shape our fundraising strategy, diversify our income, build long-term relationships with supporters and partners, and unlock investment that will directly improve rivers, wildlife and communities across our region. If you're motivated by building successful fundraising programmes with genuine environmental impact, we'd love to hear from you. About Bristol Avon Rivers Trust Founded in 2012, Bristol Avon Rivers Trust works across the Bristol Avon catchment to restore rivers for wildlife, people and the local economy. Everything we do is guided by the best available science and a catchment based approach, working across entire catchments to improve biodiversity, climate resilience, water quality and flood resilience. Since 2023, the Trust has experienced significant growth. We now employ around 20 staff, deliver approximately £1.3 million of projects annually, and work alongside local partnerships, farmers, landowners, communities, local authorities, businesses and government agencies. Our ambition over the next five years is even greater. To deliver our Strategy , we need to complement our strong track record in project funding with a sustainable programme of unrestricted and philanthropic income. About the Role Help shape the future Bristol Avon Rivers Trust (BART). This is much more than a fundraising role. You'll have the opportunity to design and lead BART's long-term fundraising strategy, creating entirely new income streams that will support restoration of rivers, education, community engagement, project development and organisational resilience. Our immediate priority is to diversify our income beyond project grants by growing: Individual giving Philanthropic and charitable foundation support Corporate partnerships Major donors Legacy giving Unrestricted income opportunities While these priorities have been identified strategically, we are looking for someone with the experience and creativity to refine the approach, test new ideas and build a sustainable fundraising programme for the future. Success during your first 12 months will include: Developing and launching BART's fundraising strategy Building a compelling case for supporting the Trust's work Establishing a strong pipeline of unrestricted income opportunities Growing relationships and excellent communications with supporters and funders Embedding fundraising across the organisation Creating clear KPIs and reporting frameworks with the CEO and Trustees This is a highly strategic position reporting directly to the Chief Executive. The successful candidate will work closely with an engaged Leadership Team and supportive Board of Trustees, who recognise fundraising as a strategic priority for the organisation's future growth. Our CEO has extensive experience securing major grant funding and developing partnerships, and will work closely alongside you to help establish and grow this new function. As with any investment in fundraising, success will be measured against mutually agreed objectives and long-term growth rather than immediate financial return. We recognise that developing sustainable fundraising takes time, and we are committed to supporting the successful candidate to build a lasting programme. What You'll Be Doing You will: Develop and implement BART's Fundraising and Philanthropy Strategy. Diversify unrestricted income from individuals, trusts and foundations, philanthropy, corporate partnerships, legacies and other voluntary income streams. Develop a compelling organisational Case for Support aligned to BART's Five-Year Strategy. Work with the CEO and Leadership Team to establish fundraising priorities and KPIs. Lead fundraising campaigns, communications, and supporter engagement initiatives. Manage and develop BART's supporter journey using our Beacon CRM system. Work closely with our Trust Administrator, who provides administrative support to the organisation, including support for CRM administration and fundraising processes. Coordinate fundraising activity across the Trust and ensure opportunities are maximised. Build strong relationships with major donors, funders and strategic partners. Ensure compliance with the Fundraising Regulator's Code of Fundraising Practice. Report regularly to the Leadership Team and Board of Trustees. Why This Role is Different This is an opportunity to build a fundraising programme with exceptional foundations already in place. You will benefit from: A highly respected and growing environmental charity. Strong project delivery with proven environmental impact. An experienced CEO with a successful track record of securing significant funding and developing strategic partnerships. A supportive Board committed to growing fundraising. A database managed through Beacon CRM. A recognised and trusted regional brand with significant opportunities for growth. You'll have genuine freedom to shape the future direction of fundraising at BART. About You We're looking for someone who is ambitious, entrepreneurial and excited by creating something new . You'll ideally have: At least five years' experience in fundraising or philanthropy. Experience developing fundraising strategies and delivering income growth. Knowledge of trusts, foundations, philanthropy, individual giving or corporate fundraising. Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills. Strong planning and project management skills. Experience using CRM systems (Beacon experience welcomed but not essential). Excellent written communication, storytelling and bid-writing skills. The ability to translate complex environmental work into compelling fundraising propositions. A passion for rivers and their recovery and creating meaningful impact. Benefits 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure. Holiday increases with length of service. 9% employer pension contribution. Life Assurance. Hybrid and flexible working. A supportive and collaborative team culture. Professional development opportunities. Why Join BART? Healthy rivers are fundamental to tackling climate change, biodiversity loss, flood resilience and community wellbeing. Joining BART means becoming part of a passionate, ambitious organisation that delivers measurable environmental change every day. Most importantly, this role gives you the opportunity to build something with lasting impact. The fundraising programme you create will enable thousands more people to connect with and restore rivers across the Bristol Avon catchment for generations to come. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Bristol Avon Rivers Trust is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and communities, particularly those underrepresented within the environmental sector. How to Apply Please send a CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role before 11:59pm on Friday 17th July Further Information To learn more about our work, visit: Bristol Avon Rivers Trust

About The Role This is an opportunity to take real ownership of a growing philanthropy programme and shape how mid-value fundraising develops at the Royal British Legion. We're looking for someone who understands how to build strong donor relationships, spot opportunities for growth, and create the kind of supporter experience that keeps people engaged long term. Working closely with the Head of Trusts and Philanthropy, you'll lead on developing and delivering the Mid Value strategy, helping to grow income, strengthen retention, and build a sustainable pipeline of future major donors and legacy supporters. This is a role for someone who enjoys balancing strategy with hands on relationship management and wants the freedom to bring new ideas to the table. Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life. You'll manage and grow a portfolio of supporters through thoughtful stewardship, tailored communications, events and meaningful engagement opportunities, while also using data and insight to make informed decisions about where the biggest opportunities sit. We're looking for someone commercially minded, organised and confident working with high value supporters and senior stakeholders alike. You'll be comfortable managing budgets, tracking performance and using donor insight to influence activity, while also collaborating across fundraising, data and supporter development teams to ensure supporters receive a seamless journey. As line manager to the Philanthropy Officer, you'll also play an important role in supporting and developing the wider team. This role would suit an experienced relationship fundraiser who is motivated by building something with long-term potential and who enjoys working in a collaborative, ambitious environment. You'll need strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high standard of donor care. In return, you'll join a well established organisation with a respected fundraising team, hybrid working, and the chance to play a key role in shaping the future of philanthropy fundraising at the Royal British Legion. Fundraising sits at the heart of The Royal British Legion's 10-year strategy, and we're investing in the people, skills and ideas that will drive growth and strengthen our support for the Armed Forces community. As one of the UK's most trusted and recognisable charities, we have the reach and ambition to make a real difference, and this is your chance to be part of it. Our Fundraising portfolio is broad and dynamic, spanning major corporate partnerships to our sector leading charity Lottery. We're investing in growth, evolving how we work, and putting supporters at the centre of everything we do. This is an exciting time to join us. You'll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team, helping shape the future of our fundraising and the impact we achieve together. If you are applying for multiple Fundraising roles at the same 'Officer' or 'Manager' title, you are welcome to use the same supporting statement across applications. However, we would encourage tailoring your statement where possible, particularly if applying for roles across different teams or titles. You will be contracted to our Haig House hub with a minimum expectation of two days per week working in person at the hub and flexibility for working remotely/at home when not on site. Employee benefits include - - 28 day's paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days - Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave - Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10% - Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role - Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice - Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives - Opportunities to volunteer - Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more! For more detailed information about the role, please see the Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert. Our teams take a personalised approach to shortlisting, which is carried out without the use of AI and is based on the evidence provided in your application against the essential and desirable criteria in the Person Specification. RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics. As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interview schemes for candidates who declare an Armed Forces connection and/or a disability. However, candidates are only eligible for this scheme if their application clearly demonstrates that they meet all of the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification for the role. We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Greenpeace is a movement of people who are passionate about defending the natural world from destruction. Their vision is a world where everyone has equal access to clean air, water, and energy; where the nature we love is protected, precious habitats are restored and communities are united by ambitious climate action. Greenpeace UK's Key Relationships programme raises around £15-16 million each year from major donors, trusts, foundations and legacies, playing a vital role in funding the organisation's campaigning work. We are looking for a talented relationship fundraiser to manage a portfolio of major donors and prospects, building authentic relationships that inspire significant philanthropic support for some of the world's most urgent environmental challenges. This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of the charity sector's most successful major gifts programmes. Working closely with the Deputy Head of Major Gifts, you will take ownership of a portfolio of committed supporters, developing tailored cultivation strategies, making significant asks and delivering exceptional stewardship. Much of your portfolio will comprise existing donors with considerable potential for growth, while you'll also bring new supporters into the pipeline through thoughtful prospecting and relationship building. You'll create meaningful opportunities for donors to connect with Greenpeace's work, whether through one-to-one meetings, campaign briefings, events or bespoke engagement experiences that reflect their individual interests and motivations. You'll join a highly collaborative fundraising team with dedicated Events & Operations support, prospect research resource and strong internal relationships across the organisation. This is an opportunity to develop your major gifts expertise, take ownership of high-value relationships and play a visible role in the continued growth of Greenpeace UK's philanthropic fundraising. As Major Gifts Officer, you will: Manage a portfolio of major donors and prospects, building trusted relationships that maximise long-term philanthropic support Develop and deliver tailored cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategies for each supporter, taking responsibility for the full donor journey Identify new prospects, secure meetings and create bespoke engagement plans that build a strong pipeline of future supporters Make compelling asks through face-to-face meetings, telephone conversations and written proposals, securing significant gifts for Greenpeace UK's priorities Create meaningful opportunities for donors to engage with Greenpeace's campaigning work through events, briefings, visits and other bespoke experiences Work closely with colleagues across fundraising, campaigns and communications to develop inspiring donor propositions and stewardship Manage your portfolio using donor insight, research and pipeline planning, ensuring accurate CRM records and contributing towards ambitious income targets Play an active role within the Major Gifts team, sharing intelligence, supporting colleagues and contributing to the continued success of the programme Essential skills and experience: Experience identifying, cultivating and securing significant gifts from HNWIs or experience of personally securing high value income through developing relationships with individuals, for example strategic corporate partnerships or relevant out-of-sector experience. Experience managing a portfolio of donors, clients, accounts or comparable external relationships, developing tailored engagement strategies that build long-term relationships Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop compelling proposals, pitches and donor communications, and build credibility with senior stakeholders Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple relationships simultaneously, prioritise competing demands, maintain accurate records and deliver against income or commercial targets A warm, authentic and emotionally intelligent relationship-builder, able to adapt your approach to different audiences and create meaningful engagement opportunities Confident representing an organisation professionally at meetings, events and other external engagements A collaborative approach, sound judgement and genuine commitment to Greenpeace UK's values and mission Desirable, but not essential: Substantial major donor fundraising (full cycle) experience with track record of personally securing 5-figure gifts Experience securing high 5-figure or 6-figure+ gifts or comparable high-value income Experience of capital campaigns or other strategic relationship fundraising Diversity and Inclusion Greenpeace UK recognise the value in having a diverse workforce, as well as the importance of creating equal opportunities for all. Applications are welcomed and encouraged from people of all backgrounds. Applications are particularly encouraged from people of colour, disabled people, and people who identify as working class now or in the past. Candidates will be selected based on how well they meet the criteria for the role and all applicants will be treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. If you have any specific requirements which would enable you to participate in the recruitment process more fully, in particular if these relate to a disability or access issue, please contact Laura at QuarterFive as soon as possible. If you require the job pack in a different format, please get in touch and we will happily provide you with one. Anti-racism and inclusion commitments Greenpeace UK wants its team to reflect the diversity of the communities it works alongside. It is committed to fairness, inclusion, and challenging discrimination and oppression in all its forms. The environmental sector still has further to go when it comes to representation. Greenpeace UK has published ambitious race representation targets and, through its Anti Racism Plan, is working proactively to achieve stronger representation of people of colour, particularly within leadership positions. As part of this commitment, a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) is being piloted. Greenpeace UK aims to offer an interview to everyone who opts into the scheme and meets the essential criteria. Guaranteed interview applications will be processed by QuarterFive and shared only with the Greenpeace UK recruiting manager and HR team. If you identify as a person of colour and meet the essential criteria for the role, you can choose to opt in to the Guaranteed Interview Scheme via the screening questions (click on 'Apply' to view these). Don't meet every single requirement? Research shows that women and people of colour may hesitate to apply unless they meet every area of the person specification. If you're excited about this role but don't meet all the criteria, you are encouraged to apply. Employee benefits Employee benefits include: 25 days annual leave for full-time staff, with additional leave accrued according to length of service up to a maximum of 32 days Once a month, all Greenpeace staff take an organisational 'breather' day where the office closes with no expectations of output on these days Office closure normally occurs between Christmas and new year and staff are not required to use annual leave to cover this period Employer pension contribution of 8.5% of basic salary, provided employees contribute at least 3% Interest free season ticket loan, or a tax efficient bicycle loan Life assurance scheme (4 x annual salary) Employee Assistance Programme that includes access to free confidential advice with a qualified counsellor

Donor Experience & Stewardship Manager Salary £39,000 - £43,000 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 regular attendance in the office two days a week, including Thursdays, at our central office: Pears Building, Pond Street, London, NW3 2PP Other office days may be worked from other sites at: Barnet Hospital, Wellhouse Lane, Barnet, EN5 3DJ Chase Farm Hospital, 127 The Ridgeway, Enfield, EN2 8JL The role The donor experience & stewardship manager will report to the head of fundraising operations & strategy. We are seeking a creative and driven donor experience manager to join our team on a permanent basis. Working alongside members of the wider team, you will lead on creating and delivering a gold-standard experience for major donors supporting the Royal Free Charity, showcasing the impact their support has across our hospital sites. Your efforts will play a key role in ensuring continued, uplifted support for the charity. You will play an important role within our Fundraising Operations team, helping to build relationships, and increase income, in a pivotal year for the charity, after our silent phase capital campaign launch. Your role will have a varied workload, supporting both core fundraising and campaign stewardship. The role will offer significant scope for development, giving you the opportunity to develop your skillset in a supportive, ambitious, and high-performing team. The team Our dynamic fundraising department generated c.£4m through donations in 2025/26, 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 three 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 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 fundraising operations team provides operational support for our fundraising and the wider charity through the provision of data and systems support, prospect research, stewardship, gift processing, reporting and governance. We underpin the work of 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, 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, 20 July 2026, 12 noon. Interview date: Wednesday, 29 July 2026/ Thursday, 30 July 2026 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 Guided meditation Menopause peer support group Employee Assistance Programme offering 24-hour access to free confidential advice and support on work and personal issues.

Each year the Donmar raises around half of its annual income from fundraising, from a combination of individual supporters, corporate partners, and trusts & foundations. The Development team is formed of 11 individuals and Individual Giving is responsible for around half of the Development target. The Senior Individual Giving Manager plays a vital role, delivering excellent customer service to individual supporters; leading on planning and delivery for the Donmar's membership scheme; building, developing and maintaining relationships with Patrons up to £6,500, as well as looking after their own portfolio of Major Donors, securing gifts towards our productions and participation programmes. Working closely with the Head of Philanthropy, this role is also responsible for the smooth and efficient running of the Individual Giving team, working with the Membership Officer and Development Assistant (Individual Giving) to establish processes, and overseeing internal and external communications; building and maintaining a prospect and upgrade pipeline, and leading on the delivery of campaigns. The Senior Individual Giving Manager is a key user of our CRM (Spektrix) within the Development team and will work with the Development and Audiences teams to ensure best practice. The Senior Individual Giving Manager will also work closely with the Head of Philanthropy and Director of Strategic Development and Fundraising to deliver the individual giving strategy, carrying out regular research and benchmarking and identifying further income opportunities. While experience in the arts sector is an advantage, it is not a prerequisite, and we welcome candidates with a diverse background in fundraising.

Location: Home based in or within easy reach of London, with the expectation to travel in and around the London area Salary: £36,000 - £42,000 FTE depending on experience Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week (minimum 30 hours considered) Contract: Fixed term contract - 12 months (maternity cover) Benefits: We want all our employees to feel valued and engaged and are committed to offering a positive working culture along with a good work-life balance. As well as ensuring we pay our employees fairly, we offer the following benefits: Flexible working, Generous annual leave, Private Medical Insurance, including dental and optical, Pension Scheme, Sick Pay, Death in Service, Employee Assistance Programme, Bike Loan Scheme, Cycle2Work Scheme, Eyecare, Discount Portal. Be a part of an energetic and vibrant team who are driven by the desire to improve the lives of people living with kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease. We want to prevent kidney disease from becoming a public health emergency and find better treatments for kidney patients sooner. This is an exciting opportunity for a philanthropy manager who is based in or within easy reach of London. The role offers the chance to build meaningful relationships with supporters, partners and stakeholders across the capital, so regular travel within London will be an important part of the role. The Role Manage a portfolio of prospects and donors to build long lasting and highly engaged relationships Work closely with the head of philanthropy and the major appeals manager to play a key role in growing income from major donors over the next 3-5 years Build a pipeline of new and existing donors and secure five and six-figure gifts Manage mid to high value prospects and donors, building personal relationships through understanding donor motivations Deliver tailored funding proposals and communications, and create a bespoke donor journey with the aim of increasing giving and connection to the cause Working Arrangements Although our office is based in Peterborough, no regular office attendance is required Staff usually come together in Peterborough twice a year for staff conferences Travel within London is considered part of the role's normal working arrangements and will not be reimbursed Travel to other locations outside London and Peterborough will be reimbursed in line with the expenses policy If you are interested in the position, please complete the online application form and submit together with your CV. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all sections of the community. About Kidney Research UK: Kidney Research UK is the leading charity in the UK focused on funding research into the prevention, treatment and management of kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease and for more than 60 years the research, we fund has been making an impact. But kidney disease is increasing as are the factors contributing to it, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity, making our work more essential than ever At Kidney Research UK we work with clinicians and scientists across the UK, funding and facilitating research into all areas of kidney disease. We collaborate with partners across the public, private and third sectors to prevent kidney disease and drive innovation to transform treatments. Over the last ten years we have invested more than £71 million into research. We lobby governments and decision makers to change policy and practice to ensure that the estimated 7.2 million people living with all stages of kidney disease in the UK have access to the most effective care and treatment, and to make kidney disease a priority. Most importantly, we also work closely with patients, ensuring their voice is heard and is at the centre of everything we do, from deciding which research to invest in to how we plan our priorities and our work across the charity. Those patient contributions are vital, always helping us and our partners to understand what life is like with kidney disease, always ensuring we see the patient behind the treatment and always reminding us that behind every statistic and every number is a person - the patients and the carers who inspire our mission and push us forward to make a difference and change the future of kidney disease. Closing date: Tuesday 14 July 2026. We may extend the closing date, however, please apply as soon as possible. Telephone interviews will be held on Friday 17 July and in-person interviews will be held virtually on Wednesday 22 July 2026. No agencies please. You may have experience in the following: Philanthropy Manager, Major Gifts Manager, Major Donor Manager, Fundraising Manager, Individual Giving Manager, Relationship Fundraising Manager, Corporate Partnerships Manager, High Value Fundraising Manager, Donor Development Manager, Senior Fundraising Officer, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Not for Profit, NFP, etc.

Hybrid Farringdon, London/Home-based Closing Date: 20 October 2025 Ref 7172 Save the Children UK as an exciting opportunity for a part-time maternity cover role Senior Education Policy & Advocacy Adviser, to join our Global Outcomes Education Team. About Us Save the Children UK believes every child deserves a future. In the UK and around the world, we work every day to give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. When crisis strikes, and children are most vulnerable, we are always among the first to respond and the last to leave. We ensure children's unique needs are met and their voices are heard. We deliver lasting results for millions of children, including those hardest to reach. About the Team Working as part of the Global Impact team, our Global Outcomes function catalyses positive change for children by driving influencing agendas and bringing knowledge, evidence, analysis and expertise to our partnerships, programmes and advocacy work. The Education Team works as part of the Global Save the Children movement and the wider sector to drive long lasting systems changes at the global and country levels. The team's purpose is to drive impact to deliver equitable rights (outcomes) in education for boys and girls through participatory, inclusive and collaborative thought leadership and technical expertise to influence financing, policy and practise. About the Role Working 3 days a week and reporting to the Head of Education, you will work closely across the teams in SCUK and the wider movement in line with our strategy and policies in our global education priorities. As a Senior Education Policy & Advocacy Advisor, you will provide global leadership within your area of expertise (Education) to shape and drive shared advocacy and impact agendas across Save the Children and the wider sector. You will develop and deliver high-quality policy and influencing strategies, fostering innovation and inclusivity and contributing to systemic change. In this role, you will build strategic relationships with key decision-makers, lead capacity strengthening for colleagues and partners, and champion equality, inclusion and the shifting power agenda. Key Accountabilities In this role, you will be responsible for: • Being our key representative in the Send My Friend to School coalition, including being an active member of its Policy and Parliamentary Working Group and potentially its Steering Group dependent on your experience. This the UK's global education coalition of international development NGOs and teachers' unions, bringing together young people, politicians, teachers, civil society and the media to campaign for quality education for all children across the globe. Its focus is to influence the UK Governments financing and policies related to global education. • Lead the movements influencing in support of the Global Partnership for Education replenishment campaign which aims to raise $5 billion from donors in 2026, as well as partner government commitments on domestic education financing. You will work closely with colleagues across the movement to influence their governments, as well as lead the work to ensure a significant pledge from the UK Government. • Provide global leadership in other areas of global education to shape and drive shared advocacy and impact agendas across Save the Children and the wider sector. This is an important time to take up this role. The UK Government has stated that it plans to deprioritise its work on global education as part of its significant aid cuts in 2027. The inspiring Send My Friend to School coalition has developed an impactful UK schools campaign, youth campaign champion network and strategic policy and advocacy approach aiming to protect the education aid budget. Similarly a successful replenishment campaign for the Global Partnership for Education is vital for maintaining multi-year, transformative investment into education systems. About You We are looking for someone with the following experience, competencies, and skills: • Strong track-record in designing and implementing successful influencing strategies with minimal supervision, drawing on analytical skills to identify political and other barriers to change and prioritise from the range of possible objectives and approaches. • Very high-level expertise in the global international development and child rights policy landscape and institutions, coupled with deep expertise in Education • Very strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to have resonance with and influence particular audiences. • Ability to network and represent Save the Children externally, including facilitating and speaking at high level events and meetings and doing media interviews • Strong track-record in policy analysis and development, with ability to draw on different sources of information and ideas from partners and children to generate relevant policy positions and solutions that will have cut through with target audiences. • Strategic thinker driven by impact and evidence, curious to keep up to date with new ideas and innovations, and sees the positive potential in change • Strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and authenticity that enable effective communication with different audiences • Collaborative team player capable of coaching, motivating and working through others to achieve outstanding results. • Effective convenor, creating synergy and maximizing collaboration • Proven ability to build external relationships and partnerships, and to influence decision-makers and policy specialists, including politicians and donors, and other key actors globally. What we offer you: Working for a charity provides one of the best benefits there is a sense of purpose and reward for helping others. However, we understand the importance of giving back to our employees to ensure a happy and healthy working environment and work/life balance. • We focus on flexibility, inclusion, collaboration, health and wellbeing both in and outside of work. • We provide a wide range of benefits which will reward your hard work, motivate you, and inspire you to work to improve the lives of children every day. Closing date: Midnight on 20th October 2025. Please note: To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience. Unfortunately once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications. Location & Ways of Working: The majority of our roles can be performed remotely in the UK, but at times you will be required to come to your contracted office (usually between 2 4 days per month, depending on the needs of your role, team, or service). For many roles, this is likely to be the minimum required to deliver impact. This will be discussed and agreed with your manager / team and we encourage candidates to discuss our ways of working in more detail at interview stage. Please note: travel costs to your contracted office will be at your own expense. Flexible Working - We are happy to discuss flexible working options at interview. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: Save the Children UK believes in a world that is fair, inclusive and equitable where all children have the opportunity to change their world. We apply this to our workforce and we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organisation where all employees have a sense of belonging and feel that they can be "Free to Be Me". We are not looking for just one type of person - we want to recruit people who can add fresh perspectives, innovative ideas or challenge that disrupts the risk of group think. We are especially interested in people whose childhood experiences - of life on a low income, of migration, of being in a racialised community, of the care system, of being LGBT+ or in an LGBT+ family or living with (or with someone with) a disability - help us to see things we might otherwise miss. Whatever your story is we want to hear it because we know that different voices, ideas, perspectives and knowledge, working together will enable us to better the lives of children around the world. This is the reason why we are all here.

Build Up is a youth-led charity that designs and builds public spaces, supporting young people aged 10-23 years old to shape their local area. We re looking for a Head of Income Generation to drive our fundraising strategy and secure significant investment for our youth-led projects. The Role You ll shape priorities, diversify income, and build lasting funder relationships while writing compelling bids that win investment. With consultancy support on communications and evaluation, you ll have the tools to make a powerful case for our work. We are a small, agile organisation capable of delivering big change - this is a new role in our team and combines big-picture strategy, innovation and hands-on delivery. Who You Are You ll have a proven track record in leading fundraising strategy, securing charitable investment and writing successful grants. Alongside trusts and foundations, you ll bring experience across other income streams (like corporates or major donors). You ll balance strategy with delivery, thrive under pressure, and be excited by the chance to fund young people s ideas. Because our model is unique, we need someone who can turn our distinctive approach into clear, inspiring narratives that unlock new opportunities. About Build Up Build Up is a London based award-winning youth-led construction charity. Since 2014, we ve supported young people () to gain the skills, confidence and connections they need to thrive. On our projects, young people don t just take part they lead. With professional support, they design and build permanent public spaces that transform their communities. Our approach is unique and it works. Young people gain skills, confidence and power over decisions that affect them, while local communities benefit from safer, more inclusive spaces designed by and for local people. Why Join Us At Build Up, your work has a visible, lasting and personal impact. You ll lead strategy, enjoy flexibility and support, and join a small, passionate team where your ideas genuinely shape the organisation s future. Key Details Salary: £47,008 £52,090 (pro rata, depending on experience) + 8% employer pension contribution Part-time (3 days / 22.5 hrs per week) Location: Hybrid at least 1 day per week in our Elephant & Castle office Contract: 2 years (with potential to extend) Start date: January 2026 (flexible) To Apply For more information and to apply, please view our website. Applications close 2nd November 2025.

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.

The Talent Set are delighted to partner with a prominent charity on a fantastic Head of Fundraising and Events role. This key leadership position involves shaping and executing innovative fundraising strategies and coordinating impactful events to support the organisation s mission and growth goals. You will drive income growth and lead a high performing team. Key Responsibilities Lead and grow income streams including major donors, trusts and foundations, events and corporate fundraising Secure 5- and 6-figure gifts and oversee a circa £2 million income target across the team Develop and deliver sector-leading events Collaborate with senior leaders and external stakeholders to amplify impact Manage a talented team and contribute to strategic planning and reporting Person Specification Experience fundraising from major donors and at least one other income stream (corporate, trusts & foundations, or a portfolio of events) Strong leadership, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills Experience in fundraising strategy, budget planning, and donor stewardship Agile and adaptable approach Effective leadership skills and experience leading diverse teams. What s on Offer Salary: circa £50,000 Option to based in a number of offices around the country with key locations - Manchester, Bristol, Newcastle, Nottingham, or London 2 days a week in the office How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours. Commitment to Diversity The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.

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.

The Science Communications Manager leads an expert team that inspires and informs the public, donors and researchers about dementia research, the progress being made, wider developments in the field and the impact of Alzheimer s Research UK (ARUK) funding. With much of the charity s fundraising propositions centring around our research portfolio, this role and the team it leads, are the keystone that unites our research output and fundraising approaches. This means working closely with our Philanthropy and Gifts in Wills teams to create impactful research content, as well as supporting engagement activities. This means you will be an effective and inspiring communicator, creating and landing content covering ARUK research, impact and commentary across multiple communications channels and audiences. The postholder plays a vital role in helping tell the story and scientific narrative of ARUK to a variety of audiences, cementing the charity s role as a leading authority on dementia research in the UK and globally. They also help to create a clear, creative, and compelling case for the need for research and the progress being made towards finding a cure. You will also be expected to engage in broader communications and events work both within the team and beyond it. This is a challenging, creative and busy role, but one that oversees a function that is absolutely critical to ARUK and its mission. This is a 12 month fixed term contract, or on return of the substantive postholder, to cover a period of maternity leave. Key Responsibilities: Work with both the Senior Science Communications Manager and the Head of Communications, as well as colleagues in the Research team to plan and implement inspirational science communications programmes and initiatives that support the delivery of the charity s 10-year strategy. Lead and develop a team of two Officers, working closely across the wider science communications team. Develop and maintain a first-rate working knowledge of the dementia research field, including ARUK s portfolio, strategy, impact and history, and act as one of the go-to people for the latest information and insight in dementia research and able to communicate this effectively. Ensure the team develops and maintains relationships with a wide network of experts from across the dementia research field, including through attending research conferences and representing ARUK. Work closely with the Research team and wider Sci Comms team to develop and implement communications plans for dementia research stories both ARUK-funded and responding to other stories in the news. Responsible for regular out-of-hours science sign off, alongside the wider science communications management team (organised through an on-call rota, and occasional ad hoc). Supporting the Philanthropy and Gifts in Wills teams by ensuring progress reports are delivered on time and have met the required brief, producing other engaging research content when needed Oversee the charity s work to engage researchers, growing the field, sharing best practice, and coordinating events and development opportunities to ensure the UK remains a world-class place to conduct dementia research. Develop and maintain high-level narrative documents that make the case for research and the work of ARUK, and devise and develop innovative and creative communications products and campaigns based on this narrative. Manage and evolve the News and Views sections of the ARUK website, ensuring engaging and up-to-date content, video and graphics, and monitoring the performance of digital content. Support the public-facing communications for our major research initiatives such as the Drug Discovery Alliance, Clinical Accelerator programme and other funding initiatives. Represent ARUK to a high level within key relationships and partnership projects. Manage multiple short- and long-term projects, working with teams within the charity and key external stakeholders. Ensure activities comply with ARUK s branding and style guide. What we are looking for: Educated to Degree Level in life sciences or relevant experience. Experience of working with the media at a national level. Experience of developing multi-media communications including film content, infographics for a variety of audiences. Line management experience. Project management experience. Creating social media and digital content, such as blogs and website summaries; managing the progress reporting for a philanthropic audience and creating content for supporter and researcher newsletters. Ability to identify and develop creative and engaging public communications opportunities emanating from scientific research. Can lead and manage a team, taking on responsibility of their performance and helping career development. An eye for creativity and innovation in communications. Excellent organisational skills; the ability to manage a large number of tasks to multiple deadlines. Ability to communicate appropriately with people affected by dementia and their families. Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills: can work collaboratively with and manage multiple stakeholders within and outside the organisation. First-rate editorial and writing skills, excellent journalistic and news sense. A confident and friendly manner; would feel at ease representing the charity to a range of audiences to a high level. Working with drive, flair, independence, intelligence and initiative. A passion for, and curiosity about, dementia research. Willingness and ability to travel in the UK and beyond, to work outside of regular office hours when needed. Additional Information: Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office. Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals. This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events. Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD. Salary: Circa £44,000 per annum, plus benefits Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information. The closing date for applications is the 19th October 2025, with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented. Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK. As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. While we strive to anonymise your CV where possible, there are certain sections, such as the application question, that cannot be fully anonymised. We kindly ask that you remove any personal information, including your name, when answering the application question. The hiring panel will not have access to your personal details, such as your name and address, until you are invited for an interview. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, please contact us via our website. How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application. About Alzheimer s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure. Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope. There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure. In 2024 . click apply for full job details