Grants Manager

THE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL CHARITY; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity is seeking a Grants Manager to oversee grants and research funding programmes from application through award management and impact evaluation.

You will collaborate with NHS colleagues, researchers and external partners to ensure funded programmes deliver robust governance and clear impact on patient care and hospital facilities.

Qualifications

• Experience managing grant programmes or research funding initiatives.
• Strong programme and project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Experience monitoring outcomes, evaluating impact and producing performance reports.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to present complex information clearly.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of governance, compliance and risk management processes.
• Experience using CRM systems, databases and MS Office applications.
• Collaborative, solution-focused and values-driven approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery and continuous improvement of the Charity’s grants and research funding programmes.
• Manage the full lifecycle of grants and funding awards, from application through to monitoring and project closure.
• Coordinate funding review panels, assessment processes and decision-making activities.
• Develop and maintain effective systems, processes and governance arrangements to support funding programmes.
• Monitor funded projects against agreed outcomes, milestones and reporting requirements.
• Analyse programme performance and impact data, producing reports for senior leaders and trustees.
• Build strong relationships with NHS colleagues, researchers, grant holders and external partners.
• Work with fundraising and communications to demonstrate impact of charitable funding.
• Ensure governance, audit and reporting requirements are met.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and support to Grants & Research Officer.

Skills

Grant management

Project management

Stakeholder management

Impact evaluation

Data analysis

Communication

Governance/compliance

CRM systems

MS Office

Collaboration

Tools

CRM systems

Databases

Microsoft Office

Job description

Grants Manager

Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity is looking for an organised, strategic and
relationship-focused professional to join our Impact Team as Grants Manager.

Overall purpose of the role:

About the role

In this pivotal role, you will oversee the Charity’s grants and research funding programmes, managing the full grant lifecycle from application and assessment through to award management, monitoring and impact evaluation.

Working collaboratively with colleagues across the Charity, Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust, researchers and external partners, you will ensure funding programmes are delivered effectively, governed robustly and aligned with the Charity’s strategic priorities.

You will play a key role in evidencing and communicating the impact of charitable investment, helping us demonstrate how funding improves care, facilities, treatment, research and patient experience across Sheffield Children’s.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the delivery and continuous improvement of the Charity’s grants and research funding programmes.
• Manage the full lifecycle of grants and funding awards, from application through to monitoring and project closure.
• Coordinate funding review panels, assessment processes and decision-making activities.
• Develop and maintain effective systems, processes and governance arrangements to support funding programmes.
• Monitor funded projects against agreed outcomes, milestones and reporting requirements.
• Analyse programme performance and impact data, producing reports and recommendations for senior leaders and trustees.
• Build strong relationships with NHS colleagues, researchers, grant holders and external partners.
• Work closely with fundraising and communications colleagues to demonstrate the impact of charitable funding.
• Ensure compliance with governance, audit and reporting requirements.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and support to the Grants & Research Officer.

About you

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive individual with experience of managing grant programmes, funding initiatives or complex projects.

You will be confident working with a range of stakeholders, analysing information and using evidence to support decision-making. You will enjoy balancing strategic thinking with hands-on programme delivery and will be passionate about ensuring charitable funding achieves the greatest possible impact.

You will bring:

• Experience of managing grant programmes, research funding programmes or similar initiatives.
• Strong programme and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Experience monitoring outcomes, evaluating impact and producing performance reports.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of governance, compliance and risk management processes.
• Experience using CRM systems, databases and Microsoft Office applications.
• A collaborative, solution-focused and values-driven approach to work.

Experience within a charity, healthcare, NHS, academic or research environment would be advantageous but is not essential.

Why join us?

At Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity, you’ll be part of a passionate and ambitious team dedicated to creating a healthier future for children and young people.

This is an opportunity to shape and develop funding programmes that directly support pioneering research, innovative projects, enhanced facilities and improved patient experiences. You’ll work with talented colleagues and partners, helping ensure charitable investment has the greatest possible impact for those who need it most.

Closing date: 26 October 2026 – 9am
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to all applicants. If you are shortlisted for interview, we will contact you directly.

We thank you for your interest in joining Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity.

Agencies: We are not accepting unsolicited agency contact or applications for this role. Any CVs submitted by agencies without prior agreement will not be considered.

Title of post: Grants Manager

Location: Sheffield City Centre / Hybrid

Starting salary: £35,674 per annum

Hours: 37.5 per week

Contract: Permanent

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