Job Description

About Esteem

At Esteem, we create space for young adults to thrive. We offer social, wellbeing, volunteering, and mentoring opportunities to young adults aged between 14-26, from our base in Shoreham-By-Sea. We aim to involve young adults as partners in everything we do, this provides a platform for them to develop confidence, build life skills, and improve their wellbeing. They, in turn, make our organisation, and society, a better place.

Background to the Role

This is an exciting new opportunity to join a local youth charity at a key moment of growth. As Fundraising Partnerships Manager, you'll play a vital role in building long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with corporate partners, high net worth individuals, funders, and key stakeholders. You'll help shape and deliver strategic partnerships that bring in funding that support our mission, and young people across our community.

Working closely with the Head of Fundraising, you'll lead on developing and stewarding partnerships, especially within the local business community, and explore new ways organisations can invest in young people's futures through Esteem's programmes and projects.

Hours

Part time (3 days per week) Note: Any potential increase in hours would be dependent on future funding

22.5 hours per week (flexible/hybrid working available)

Pay

21,633.71 per Annum Pro Rata (36,056.18 FTE)

Interview Date

Tuesday 16th September 2025

Start Date

Expected October 2025

We're looking for a passionate and relationship driven Fundraising Partnerships Manager with previous experience working in the charity sector or income generation, to join our team at Esteem. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives on connecting with people, building meaningful partnerships, and creating long-lasting impact. In this role, you'll play a key part in shaping how local businesses and organisations invest in young people's futures through sponsorship, collaboration, and shared purpose. If you're someone who believes in community, has a talent for partnership development, and wants to see young people thrive, we'd love to hear from you.Key Responsibilities

Develop and grow corporate and strategic partnerships that support Esteem's financial sustainability and deepen our local impact. Identify opportunities for shared value between Esteem and potential partners, including sponsorships, employee engagement, skills-sharing, and diverse income revenue streams. Work closely with Head of Fundraising and internal teams (including Fundraising, Marketing, and Youth Participation) to create partnership offers and deliverables. Lead on high-quality relationship management, ensuring excellent stewardship and communications with all partners. Collaborate on developing impact reports and tailored communications that show the difference our partners help us make. Organise and support events that engage current and prospective partners. Contribute to income generation from trusts, foundations, and other funding opportunities as needed. Work alongside young adults to include their voice and presence in fundraising and partnership initiatives.

Person Specification

Experience

Building and managing partnerships in a fundraising, business development or sales setting Developing and delivering stewardship strategies and communications Working collaboratively across teams and with external stakeholders Writing compelling proposals and presenting to potential funders or partners Using CRM or fundraising databases (e.g. Donorfy) Working with or within the charity sector (desirable)

Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

Excellent relationship-building and communication skills (written and verbal) A confident, positive, creative, and proactive approach to partnership development Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple relationships and deadlines Clear understanding of corporate CSR, ESG, fundraising trends and opportunities Ability to collaborate with young adults and colleagues across departments Working knowledge of Google Drive and MS Office, in particular Excel

Personal Attributes

Collaborative and people-focused, enjoys building relationships and working with others to achieve shared goals Proactive and self-motivated, takes initiative, spots opportunities, and sees projects through to completion Warm and engaging communicator, able to connect with people from all backgrounds with empathy and authenticity Adaptable and flexible. Thrives in a fast-paced environment and responds positively to change and new ideas Values-driven and shares Esteem's commitment to young people, inclusion, and wellbeing Creative and solutions-oriented, brings fresh thinking to challenges and looks for new ways to grow support and impact

To apply

If you would like to apply for this position, please download a copy of our and send it along with your CV to hr@esteem.org.uk

We will only shortlist applicants that have applied directly to our HR Department providing a completed application form.

If you would like an informal discussion about the role or have any questions, please email

Please let us know if you would prefer to submit your application in another way, such as a video presentation.

Sadly, without a completed application form we will not be able to consider your application.

Appointment to this role is subject to satisfactory vetting and barring checks.

What we offer

Staff Well-being:

Esteem runs quarterly Well-being weeks throughout the year where we pause, reflect on what's working and what's not, and create space for connection and team building with staff and young adults

Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities:

Esteem's employees are encouraged to consider opportunities to develop new skills or progress, including applying for new roles in the organisation, participating in external training courses, and getting involved in different projects happening within the organisation.

A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace:

Equality, diversity and inclusion are central to Esteem's values and how we work. We are proud of our commitment to diversity and inclusion and support young people and staff from different backgrounds so they can be their best selves. Our networks include All Sorts (LGBTQIA+), Adur Refugees and Possibility People.

Flexible Working and Other Benefits:

We are committed to maintaining your work/life balance. We offer 35 days (FTE) of annual leave inclusive of bank holidays. This entitlement will be pro-rata for this role. We operate flexi-working. Esteem office hours are 10am-6pm, Monday to Friday, though we take a flexible approach to work and working patterns; we also ask the same of our staff, requiring the ability to work effectively and respond appropriately in challenging circumstances. Esteem has a close-down period over Christmas and New Year.

Cash-back Health Plan:

On appointment, you will become a member of Health Shield, a cash-back health plan giving you money back on everyday healthcare costs, such as dental, optical and physiotherapy. This is from day one of you joining Esteem.

Employee Assistance Programme:

You will also have access from day one to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Breeze, a 24/7 support line via phone or web portal giving you access to GPs, counsellors, physios, mental health support and money-saving perks.

Pension:

If you are eligible, you will be auto-enrolled into our pension scheme currently in place for Esteem, in accordance with Esteem's pension auto-enrolment obligations. The pension scheme that is currently in place for Esteem employees is "NEST Pensions".

Local Staff Discounts:

You will also receive staff discounts to local businesses as part of our well-being offer.
Esteem is committed to supporting you in your role, including regular supervision, reflective practice groups (role specific), quarterly staff wellbeing week, regular pay reviews, employee support plan, staff socials and regular training.

Commencement of this role is subject to receiving satisfactory references and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, and confirmation of your right to work in the UK.

Esteem welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We value diversity and promote inclusion through our activities, as well as in our policies and working practices. Our culture and values reinforce this. We seek to create an inspiring and inclusive workplace where all feel valued and able to contribute to the organisation.

If you have the skills, knowledge and drive that we are looking for, and are passionate about making a real difference in young adults' lives, we would love to hear from you.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 21,633.71 per year

Expected hours: 22.5 per week

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Casual dress Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme Sick pay Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in West Sussex, BN43 6PA

Application deadline: 02/09/2025
Reference ID: Fundraising Partnerships Manager