Position:
Charity Management, Fundraising & Marketing Professional
Contract:
Freelance, part-time (flexible hours)
Location:
Remote, with occasional in-person meetings (UK-based preferred)
Start Date:
Immediate
Sector:
Youth Development / Education (Global Disadvantaged Youth)
About Us
We are a new charity in the start-up phase, working to support disadvantaged youth globally through access to education and life-changing opportunities. Our mission is to empower young people with the tools, skills, and confidence to build brighter futures.
Our approach is guided by the
Four Capitals framework
(natural, social, human, and produced capital) as championed by the
Capitals Coalition
. We believe in educating and inspiring future generations to understand, value, and manage these capitals responsibly, equipping young people to define and shape a sustainable future.
Role Overview
The
Charity Management, Fundraising & Marketing Professional
will play a key role in shaping the charity's foundations. You will work closely with the Founder and Trustees to ensure effective governance, compliance, fundraising, and visibility. Alongside designing fundraising strategies, you will provide
marketing insight
to build awareness, communicate impact, and engage supporters.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a new charity's early growth and impact journey, while advancing an ethos rooted in systems thinking, sustainability, and long-term value creation.
Key Responsibilities
* Charity Management
* Support governance and compliance requirements for UK charity registration.
* Develop and implement policies, procedures, and reporting frameworks.
* Provide advice and support to the Board of Trustees on charity best practice.
* Fundraising & Development
* Design and deliver a fundraising strategy aligned to the charity's mission.
* Identify and apply for relevant grants and funding opportunities.
* Build relationships with donors, sponsors, and partners.
* Create compelling proposals, donor communications, and campaigns.
* Marketing & Communications
* Provide marketing insight to support fundraising and awareness campaigns.
* Develop storytelling and content strategies to showcase impact.
* Manage digital channels (social media, newsletters, website updates) to build visibility.
* Support brand development and positioning of the charity.
* Programme Support
* Contribute to shaping education-focused initiatives for disadvantaged youth globally.
* Embed the
Four Capitals approach
into programme design and delivery.
* Support monitoring, evaluation, and impact reporting as programmes develop.
Person Specification
Essential Skills & Experience
* Proven track record in charity management and/or fundraising (min. 3 years).
* Strong knowledge of UK charity regulations and governance.
* Experience in grant writing and securing charitable funding.
* Marketing and communications expertise, ideally in the charity or social impact sector.
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
* Ability to work independently in a start-up environment.
Desirable
* Experience working with charities supporting youth, education, or international development.
* Familiarity with sustainability frameworks, particularly the
Capitals Coalition ethos
.
* Digital campaign management experience (social media, online fundraising).
* A passion for social impact and empowering young people.
Contract & Fees
* Freelance, flexible hours (approx. 2–3 days per week to start).
* Fee: Competitive, dependent on experience.
* Initial 6-month contract with potential for renewal and growth as the charity develops.
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a short cover letter (max 2 pages) outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in supporting this start-up charity to
.
Closing date for applications:
4 October 2025