Grants & Programmes Manager (UK)

Battersea; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Grants & Programmes Manager to lead and expand their grant-making efforts. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of dogs and cats in need. The ideal candidate will possess strong people management skills, strategic leadership abilities, and a deep understanding of grant-making best practices. With a hybrid working model and a commitment to professional development, this position promises a rewarding and fulfilling career path. Join a dedicated team and help shape the future of animal welfare.

Benefits

28 days of annual leave plus 8 paid public holidays

Discounted gym memberships

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous pension contributions – up to 10%

Free healthcare cash plan

Interest-free season ticket loans

Qualifications

• Strong experience in people management and strategic leadership.
• Adept at developing and maintaining stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a portfolio within the Grants and Programmes function.
• Handle complex and sensitive queries related to grant-making.

Skills

People Management

Strategic Leadership

Grant-Making Best Practices

Proposal Development

Stakeholder Relationship Management

Job description

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Base pay range

Battersea's Global Programmes Department is seeking a Grants and Programmes Manager to oversee a portfolio within the Grants and Programmes function. This is an exciting period for Battersea as we expand our work to benefit more dogs and cats. Over the next five years, the scope and complexity of grant-making will increase, including multi-year programmes in the UK and internationally.

This senior role within the Grants and Programmes team requires strong experience in people management, strategic leadership, and grant-making best practices.

The ideal candidate should be adept at making proposals, suggesting alternative approaches, supporting team contributions, and fostering relationships with colleagues and external partners. They should also be capable of developing and maintaining stakeholder relationships, handling complex and sensitive queries, and contributing to Battersea’s strategic interests.

Find out more about our grants work here: https://www.battersea.org.uk/what-we-do/working-with-other-rescues/battersea-grants

What we can offer you:

• 28 days of annual leave plus 8 paid public holidays
• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme and Wellbeing Resources
• Generous pension contributions – up to 10%
• Free healthcare cash plan covering treatments like dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody, and acupuncture
• Interest-free season ticket loans

We support your professional development through various training, mentoring, and leadership programs.

Our hybrid working model:

We operate a 50% onsite hybrid model, balancing office presence with remote work to foster collaboration and connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:

We are committed to an inclusive environment, operating anonymized shortlisting and actively promoting diversity. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident employer. Please contact us at [e-mail] or 020 3887 8341 for workplace adjustments or more information.

More about us:

At Battersea, we are dedicated to caring for dogs and cats in need, providing love and expert care to help them find suitable homes. Join us to make a difference for every dog and cat, for as long as they need us.

Interview dates:

First stage: 22nd May 2025; Second stage: 28th May 2025

Application process:

Click the button below to apply. Ensure your application is submitted before the deadline. We may close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Details:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job functions: Management, Project Management, Strategy/Planning
• Industries: Non-profit Organizations, Veterinary Services