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.
Meet our marvellous team...
It is a very exciting time for the charity and we are currently hiring for some marvellous new roles. Please see below for our current 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.
Head of Fundraising and Communications
Full Time, permanent
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000
Location: Hybrid working – office based in Amersham, Buckinghamshire (on tube and Chiltern Line and close to M25/M40/M1)
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of seriously ill children and their families?
Roald Dahl's Marvellous Children's Charity is looking for a dedicated and experienced Head of Fundraising & Communications to join our committed team.
As the Head of Fundraising & Communications, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our organisation and helping us achieve our growth plans.
Application Process
To apply, please click here
Head of Fundraising and Communications
Full Time, permanent
Salary: c£55,000
Location: Amersham, Buckinghamshire and hybrid working at home
Join the magical and life changing Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children’s Charity as there new Head of Fundraising and Communications as they embark on a journey of growth.
We are searching for exceptional and successful senior fundraisers who possess multi-income stream experience ideally in MD, T&F and Corporate high-value support.
We are looking for candidates who excel at relationship fundraising and are interested in deputising for the Chief Executive and playing an ambassadorial role as you engage with high profile and varied audiences.
Relationship, communication, and leadership skills are required to make this role a success along with creativity, innovation, and drive.
This is an amazing chance to join an iconic charity who have a genuine national presence, this could be the opportunity to take your career to the next level.
Contact Peridot Partners for more information on the role.
Corporate Fundraising Executive
Full Time - Permanent - Hybrid
Salary: Salary £23,000-£28,000*
We are looking for an excellent relationship manager to join our small and ambitious fundraising team. The Corporate Fundraising Executive will be integral to the fundraising team, with a particular emphasis in supporting the Corporate Partnerships Manager to deliver on all existing corporate partner activity, attract and retain new corporate partners, and meet our ambitious plans for growth.
This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, has excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholder requirements. We are looking for someone who can engage and excite others with our cause, and has a passion for developing new partnerships.
Please view the job description and person specification here
Application Process
To apply, please email CV and covering letter to recruitment@roalddahlcharity.org.
Application Process
Please contact our recruitment partner Peridot Partners:
Eddie Taylor on 07904 814273 or at eddie@periodtpartners.co.uk and on the website.
Closing date: 9am on Monday 30th May 2022
Office and Database Admin
Full Time (35 hours) - Permanent
Would consider Part - Time (Minimum of 20 hours across 4/5 days a week)
Office Based - Amersham, Buckinghamshire
Salary £24,000 (pro-rata if part-time)
We are looking for an office and database admin to provide professional, efficient, and effective administrative support to our marvellous team and help ensure the smooth running of day-to-day office tasks and activities. There will be a focus on office, database, and finance administrative duties.
Please view the full job description here
Application Process
To apply, please email CV and covering letter to recruitment@roalddahlcharity.org.
Trustee Roles
Trustee - Financial Investment (Voluntary role)
Time commitment: Approximately 8 days per year
Member of then Finance and HR Committee
We are seeking a trustee who can help shape investment policy, contribute to discussions on new funds, and ensure investment returns are sufficient to support the medium and longer-term financial sustainability of the charity whilst increasing the charitable impact.
Closing date: Friday June 2nd 2023
Interviews: Week commencing June 12th 2023
Please view the full job description here.
Application Process
To apply, please visit here or email melissa.baxter@russam.co.uk
Trustee - Comms, PR, Media & Marketing (Voluntary role)
Time commitment: Approximately 8 days per year
Member of then Fundraising and Communications Committee
We are looking to recruit a Trustee to support the team and trustees in developing the strategy to increase the profile of the charity and awareness of the vital work it does.
Closing date: Friday June 2nd 2023
Interviews: Week commencing June 12th 2023
Please view the full job description here
Application Process
To apply, please visit here or email melissa.baxter@russam.co.uk
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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
