Job Description

Are you a creative communicator and passionate fundraiser who thrives on making a real difference?



We're looking for a Fundraising & Communications Manager (Maternity Cover ) to help us grow income and awareness for LATCH Welsh Children's Cancer Charity. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape our fundraising and communications efforts, build meaningful relationships, and amplify the voices of the families we support.



If you're motivated, emotionally intelligent, and ready to hit the ground running, then this could be the role for you.



What We're Looking For



A confident and collaborative fundraiser and communicator with proven experience in income generation and/or marketing roles.



Someone who thrives on building relationships with supporters, donors, families, and partners.



A creative thinker with excellent storytelling and writing skills.



A natural organiser, able to manage multiple priorities and projects with calm and clarity.



Passionate about the work of LATCH and the difference we make for families across Wales.



What We Offer



A flexible, supportive and close-knit team environment.



Access to NHS benefits, including generous annual leave, pension scheme, wellbeing support, and professional development opportunities.



The opportunity to build lasting connections and see first-hand the difference your work makes to families affected by childhood cancer.

What You'll Do - and the Skills That Will Help You Succeed:

Fundraising & Income Generation



Deliver and manage fundraising across key income streams including corporate partnerships, individual giving, events, and major donors.



Plan and lead events and fundraising campaigns, bringing strong project management skills and creativity to everything you do.



Build and nurture relationships with supporters, fundraisers, and volunteers, using your empathy and communication skills to create lasting connections.



Develop clear and engaging donor journeys that inspire ongoing support.



Use your analytical skills to manage budgets, maximise Gift Aid, and evaluate fundraising performance.



Communications & Marketing



Be a strong storyteller, creating content that raises awareness and deepens engagement across social media, newsletters, and the website.



Work confidently across digital platforms, maintaining and updating web and social channels.



Be a compelling face for LATCH, representing the charity at events, cheque presentations, and public speaking engagements.



Collaborate with the wider team to gather powerful case studies and ensure ethical, dignified storytelling.



Compliance & Data



Keep accurate, compliant records using Beacon CRM.



Ensure all fundraising activity meets Charity Commission, Fundraising Regulator, and GDPR standards.



Contribute to policy development and continuous improvement, bringing attention to detail and a commitment to best practice.



Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.



Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.



You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents

LATCH Welsh Children's Cancer Charity supports children and young people under the care of the Paediatric Oncology and Haematology Unit at the Children's Hospital for Wales. We provide vital emotional support, practical help, financial grants, family breaks, accommodation, and much more.



In 2024, LATCH supported over 155 families and 500 individuals, delivered nearly 1,800 nights of free accommodation, and awarded over 320,000 in direct financial support. All of this is made possible thanks to the passion of our small team and the generosity of our incredible supporters.



We work side by side every day--sharing ideas, celebrating each other's successes, and pulling together to support families when they need it most. Though part of Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, and benefiting from NHS terms and conditions, we operate like a small charity: close-knit, agile, and full of heart.

Benefits of working with us include:

NHS Pension Scheme



28 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays)



Access to NHS wellbeing and employee assistance programmes



Access to training and development



A meaningful role where your contribution is visible and appreciated



About Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

As one of the UK's largest integrated Health Boards, Cardiff and Vale UHB serves a population of over 500,000 and delivers over 100 specialist services. Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well".