Jobs
Working or volunteering for Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children’s Charity
The work we do in providing specialist nurses and support for seriously ill children is only possible because of great people. On this page you will find information about our latest vacancies.
Roald Dahl Nurse Vacancies in the NHS
Roald Dahl Specialist Nurses work in the NHS and are established through our partnership. They are unique and highly sort after specialist nurse positions. To apply for a Roald Dahl Nurse post, this needs to be done through the normal NHS channels related to that post. Current vacancies are list here: Find out more about Roald Dahl Specialist Nurses.
Find out more about Roald Dahl Specialist Nurses.
Corporate Partnerships Manager - Maternity Leave Cover
Full Time: 9am - 5pm Monday - Friday
Salary: £42,000 - £45,000
Location: Office based - Hybrid (Office in Amersham, Buckinghamshire) with occasional travel across the UK
Contract: Fixed-term 12-month contract to cover maternity leave
In this interim role, you’ll play a key part in driving forward our corporate partnerships work to build strong, mutually beneficial relationships with businesses and organisations to support our mission. You’ll identify and develop high-value opportunities, inspire charitable giving, and provide excellent stewardship to ensure partners feel valued, engaged, and motivated to continue their support.
You’ll also contribute to maintaining a healthy and active pipeline of new prospects, supporting the long-term sustainability of our work. As part of our marvellous team, you’ll enjoy the opportunity to manage and support colleagues, helping them thrive and deliver great results during this period.
This is a rewarding, hands-on role for someone who loves relationship-building, is confident working with corporate partners, and is excited to be part of a charity making a real difference to seriously ill children.
Application Process
To apply, please email CV and covering letter to recruitment@roalddahlcharity.org
PR and Communications Manager
Full Time: 9am - 5pm Monday - Friday
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000
Location: Office based - Hybrid working (Office in Amersham, Buckinghamshire) Home and office based
Contract: Permanent
We’re looking for a dynamic and imaginative communications professional to help raise the profile of Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children’s Charity, drive engagement and expand our reach and influence. You’ll share the extraordinary impact of our Roald Dahl Nurses, capturing and telling powerful stories of seriously ill children and their families in ways that inspire, engage, and drive action.
From securing local and national media coverage to building authentic relationships with celebrity supporters, you’ll use your creativity and energy to keep our profile high and our mission front and centre.
The PR and Communications Manager will explore innovative methods to promote the brand and its activities to the right audiences through targeted campaigns, significantly contributing to the fundraising efforts of the organisation. You will be working as part of a collaborative and supportive Fundraising and Communications Team, working closely with the Brand and Marketing Manager and Director of Fundraising and Communications.
Application Process
To apply, please email CV and covering letter to recruitment@roalddahlcharity.org
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Trustee Roles
Chair of Trustees
Roald Dahl's Marvellous Children's Charity are looking for a Chair of Trustees. The Chair will hold the Board and Executive Team to account for Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children’s Charity, mission and vision, providing inclusive leadership to the Board of Trustees, ensuring that each trustee fulfils their duties and responsibilities for the effective governance and advancement of the Charity’s purpose and values.
The Chair will also support the Chief Executive and ensure that the Board functions as a unit and works closely with the entire Executive of the charity to achieve the agreed objectives. They will act as an ambassador of Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children’s Charity, in partnership with the Chief Executive.
Application Process
For more information about the role, please contact Melissa Baxter on melissa.baxter@trustees-unlimited.co.uk or call 07789 985229.
Trustee
The role of a Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children’s Charity Trustee is to provide strategic leadership and advice in line with the charity’s strategic plan and objectives.
Trustees are expected to use their knowledge, skills, and experience to ensure that the charity achieves its charitable objectives, represents the interests of all stakeholders, and acts as ambassadors for the charity.
We are particularly interested in applicants who have an understanding of a broad range of income generation, in a medium-sized charity with multi-million-pound budgets.
Application Process
For more information about the role, please contact Melissa Baxter on melissa.baxter@trustees-unlimited.co.uk or call 07789 985229.
Volunteer
Volunteers help our organisation to run effectively and efficiently. We currently have a number of volunteers who work in virtual office based roles supporting with data, mailings, research and events. We have voluntary roles in fundraising, programmes, communications and finance. If you are interested in joining Team Marvellous and using your time to help seriously ill children, then please do get in touch.
Please write to enquiries@roalddahlcharity.org stating who you are, why you’d like to volunteer and the areas you’d like to volunteer in. We will then follow up with you and work out the best role and timing to suit both of us. Thank you.
Closing deadline - Ongoing
