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Development ManagerSalary: Highly competitive, dependent on experience and skills (up to £40,000) +... Development ManagerSalary: Highly competitive, dependent on experience and skills (up to £40,000) + BenefitsHours: Full-time, permanentBased at Ampleforth Abbey YO62 Onsite with occasional remote working to be approved by line manager.Closing date: 23rd February 2026Benefits Up to 8% employer-matched pensionLife assuranceFree lunch during working hoursFree on-site parking20% discount at the Abbey ShopCycle to Work SchemeChristmas Closure About Ampleforth AbbeyAmpleforth Abbey is home to the UK’s largest Benedictine monastic community, rooted in the Rule of St Benedict. Our mission is to seek God through prayer and service, and to invite others to experience faith in action.Located in the Howardian Hills near York, the Abbey sits within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and welcomes thousands of visitors each year to its Retreat Centre, Visitor Centre, Shop and Tea Room.Ampleforth Abbey Trust, a registered charity, works alongside the monastic community to support this mission. With around 60 lay staff, the Trust delivers on a five-year strategy, choosing a Future Together, to ensure a sustainable, faith-led future for the Abbey and its valley home.We are seeking an experienced Development Manager with excellent relationship management skills to help develop and sustainably grow the impact of Ampleforth Abbey. You will develop and use stewardship tools to guide supporters through their giving journey, including cultivation plans, proposals and reports, managing donor communications and nurturing our community of support.Main Responsibilities but not limited to:- Develop a Fundraising Strategy in collaboration with the Head of Marketing, Communications and Development, to include individual giving, regular giving, legacies, major gifts, partnerships, grants, trusts and foundations.Develop and manage an Individual Giving Programme, using multiple forms of donor acquisition, ensuring high quality donor care and the achievement of agreed targets.Work with the Head of Marketing, Communications and Development to develop a Legacy Programme, managing the delivery of multichannel activities aiming to recruit, develop and maintain relationships with the public and our supporters for Legacy prospecting and outcomes.Support the development of a major donor portfolio, ensuring successful engagement of high-level individual donors with a view to securing major gifts.Manage the development and implementation of our corporate fundraising programme, building on current partnerships and securing new relationships with a range of partners.Work with the team and other colleagues to build Ampleforth Abbey’s profile and ensure that we have developed a strong and compelling case for support, including the measurement of impact.Develop fundraising content and materials for a wide range of audiences and fundraising initiatives, ensuring that individual giving messaging is embedded across all touchpoints.Plan and manage the delivery of major fundraising appeals and campaigns, including the management and delivery of fundraising events where appropriate.Support the implementation and management of a fundraising database, ensuring high quality of data input and reporting.Manage the fundraising budget in line with objectives and KPIs, reporting monthly to the Head of Marketing, Communications and Development.Oversee donor communications and ensure excellent donor stewardship, including regular updates and responding to individual donor enquiries in a timely manner.Develop, implement and manage patron schemes for individuals and corporates, including recruitment, stewardship and the delivery of patron events.Pro-actively discover, identify and evaluate funding opportunities that align with the Marketing, Communications and Development Strategy and AAT’s long-term vision.Co-ordinate and craft persuasive and high-quality fundraising bids and applications for various funding sources, ranging from largest Trusts and Foundations to smaller grant opportunities.Manage successful and existing grants, including grant reporting and liaison with grant funders both during and after the application process.Work alongside the Head of Marketing, Communications & Development to build and nurture relationships with both prospective and existing partners and donors to drive sustainable growth and maintain high levels of engagement.Occasional joint working with colleagues at the St Lawrence Educational Trust on collaborative fundraising campaigns and initiatives.Represent AAT at relevant networking events and conferences alongside the Head of Marketing, Communications and Development, to expand networks, gather market insights, and increase the organisation’s community of support.Ensure staff and volunteers have the information they need to deliver on their roles and support the overall fundraising and development strategyEnsure all fundraising opportunities and applications align with, and are sensitive to, the Abbey’s mission, values and monastic identity.Ensure all fundraising activities are fully compliant, including data protection, Gift Aid, fundraising law and other relevance compliance issues.Undertake any other reasonable duties required in line with capabilities, the needs of the company, and the wider group. ExperienceYou will have: Experienced fundraiser with 5+ years’ experienceExperience of fundraising in a charity contextExperience of managing individual giving campaigns, including regular giving and legaciesExperience of developing and managing fundraising events and campaignsSkilled bid writer with a proven track record of securing successful funding through grant opportunities, Trusts and FoundationsProven experience of excellent donor stewardship and managing supporter communications at all levelsProven experience of working within the charity, and/or faith-based organisationsEffective planning, organisation, and time managementMember of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising (desirable) Skills and AttributesYou will bring: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire people at all levelsThe ability to build, develop and maintain relationships with individuals, partners and major stakeholders to achieve and exceed targetsStrong influencing, negotiation and communication skillsEffective organisational skills and an ability to manage and meet priorities with varying deadlinesFinancially literate with budget-management experience and the ability to track and report on fundraising incomeAbility and confidence to present to internal and external audiencesAbility to write engaging, compelling copy for a range of audiencesExperience of using CRM databases for segmentation and reporting to achieve fundraising goalsExcellent Office 365 and IT skillsStrong project management skills, with a track record of delivering multiple projects simultaneouslyA strong understanding of fundraising compliance and relevant legislationResults-driven and goal-oriented mindsetUnderstands and is able to communicate the values of Ampleforth Abbey TrustAn empathy towards the work of the Monastic CommunityPersonal resilience and ability to respond positively to pressureAn agile, flexible and positive mindsetCreativity, innovation and the ability to think outside the boxProblem-solving abilities and clear thinking, with sound judgement; able to make effective decisions under pressureAbility to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.Ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects and competing demands simultaneously.Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced environmentEffective planning, organisation and time managementIntegrity and diplomacyProactive style and work ethicHigh professional standards, methodical and diligent, with a high attention to detail Ampleforth Abbey Trust is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.Interested?  If you feel that you possess the relevant skills and experience, then please send your cv   INDLSEquals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.

Strategic Operations and Programmes LeadSalary: £45,000 PAPermanent, Full timeLeeds – office basedAb... Strategic Operations and Programmes LeadSalary: £45,000 PAPermanent, Full timeLeeds – office basedAbout Yorkshire Children’s CharityYorkshire Children’s Charity exists to improve the lives of disadvantaged and disabled children across the region. The charity provides essential equipment, runs practical support initiatives and delivers programmes that help children access opportunities they may otherwise miss. It is a fast paced, ambitious organisation with a growing reputation and a strong commitment to making a meaningful difference.About the roleWe are looking for a senior operations professional to work closely with the Chief Executive and ensure the smooth running of the charity. With the Chief Executive focused externally, this role will take the lead on day-to-day operations, resolve issues early and give the team the structure it needs to deliver high quality programmes.A major part of the role involves programme support, including key campaigns such as the winter programme. You will also manage volunteers, oversee the CRM, coordinate website updates and drive improvements to internal processes and standard operational practices. The role suits someone who enjoys variety, challenges and questions decision making in a productive and proactive capacity,  makes confident decisions and takes ownership of problems before they develop.The charity welcomes applicants from commercial backgrounds who can bring practical, business focused thinking to a mission led organisation.Responsibilities include: Provide an operational presence across the charity and manage issues before they reach the Chief ExecutiveSupport the planning and delivery of programmes and campaignsLead volunteer coordination and improve volunteer processesOversee the CRM system and arrange solutions when issues ariseImplement and strengthen internal processes to support efficient and proactive workingBuild positive working relationships across the team and promote continuous improvementWork alongside the Chief Executive and Trustees to ensure compliance, health and safety and governance is regularly updated and adhered to and implemented in accordance with good practiceAssist with the recruitment of new employees and manage the relevant onboarding processesEnsuring Trustees are regularly updated on any changes in regards to their responsibilities and their duty of care to the charity Skills and ExperienceEssential Strong experience in operations or programme deliveryProven ability to anticipate issues and solve problems quicklyConfident decision maker with a practical, hands-on approachAble to work at pace and manage multiple prioritiesExperience improving systems and processes, including use of a CRMStrong communication skills and the confidence to challenge constructivelyOrganised, proactive and reliableExperience supporting senior leaders or working in a small, fast-moving organisation Desirable Experience gained within a commercial environmentPrevious charity experience within a commercial roleExperience managing volunteers or coordinating campaign activityKnowledge of basic website or digital processes Why join us? A supportive, values driven culture that encourages creativity and teamworkOpportunities to shape the way the charity operates at a pivotal time in its growthCompetitive salary and benefits, with flexibility and room to develop If you are interested in this role, please apply with your CV and a short covering statement explaining your interest and suitability.  INDHS Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.