Trust Manager (Maternity Cover)
About the role
As part of our Philanthropy Team, the Trusts Manager will be responsible for designing and delivering a strategic approach to securing high-value grants from charitable trusts and foundations. This pivotal role will focus on identifying, cultivating, and stewarding relationships with funders to support core programmes and capital projects, ensuring alignment with the Charity’s mission and strategic priorities.
The post holder will lead on developing a robust pipeline of prospective funders, crafting compelling, insight-driven proposals, and delivering exceptional stewardship to foster long-term, meaningful partnerships. They will also play a key role in engaging funders through tailored communications, impact reporting, and collaborative opportunities such as House visits.
Working cross-functionally and reporting to senior leadership, the Trust Manager will ensure funding is strategically coordinated, compliant, and impactful. This role is central to achieving ambitious income targets and contributing to the long-term growth and sustainability of the Charity’s philanthropic income.
Temporary 12 month contract, full-time, 35 hours, 5 days a week.
About Ronald McDonald House Charities UK
Since 1989 the Charity has been supporting families with children in hospital. This is an exciting time to join the Charity, as we celebrate 35 years of providing accommodation and support for families at such a traumatic time in their lives.
Ronald McDonald House Charities UK provides free ‘home away from home’ accommodation for the families of sick children who are being treated in hospital. Our support helps ease financial worry, reduces the stresses of travel, keeps families together and ensures family stability is maintained during a very difficult time. It makes a very positive, real and tangible difference to the families of sick children across the UK.
How to apply
Applications should be sent to RMHC Recruitment Team, via:
The closing date for applications is midnight on
Sunday 25 January 2026
Please enclose:
A full CV
A cover letter specific to this role
Applications will be considered immediately after the closing date and candidates will be informed if they have been shortlisted for an interview.
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