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The Vacancy
Permanent Full Time 35 hours a week
Closing date: Sunday 31st May 2026
Potential Interview dates: Longlisting and candidate calls will take place on a rolling basis so early applications are encouraged.
Face to Face interviews: Thursday 4th June 2026
Do you share our vision? Do you share our beliefs? Do you want to make a difference?
For more than 40 years, Women in Sport has championed gender equality in sport, tirelessly working to break down systemic barriers and drive change to make sure all women and girls can experience the life-changing benefits of sport.
But despite the progress made, far too many women and girls are missing out as we actively aim to close the gender dream gap in sport and address misogyny.
Now, we have a unique opportunity to grow and diversify our income in line with the rising profile of women’s sport.
As Fundraising and Engagement Officer, you will develop realistic yet creative fundraising plans to inspire funders and donors to help us transform the lives of women and girls through sport. Building a stronger more connected base of support to generate income, whilst showcasing inspiring case studies and storytelling, will be paramount in making a difference.
Reporting to the Fundraising and Engagement Lead and working closely with the Head of Communications and Engagement and the CEO to help generate income.
Main responsibilities are to:
If you share our vision, think your experience is relevant and have the ability to make big things happen you might be just right.
What we are looking for in you:
We are seeking someone who is passionate about our mission and driven to make a real impact. You will bring energy, integrity and ambition to your work and thrive as part of a small, committed team making big change happen.
You will:
Women in Sport is committed to a working culture where everyone can be authentic and true to themselves. We strive to represent the full diversity of the communities that we serve. Come and be part of our small but ground-breaking charity, in the high profile and fast-moving arena of women’s sport with plenty of scope to make your mark on a vital cause!
Please see the job description for a full list of responsibilities and the criteria required for this role. We kindly request applicants have the right to work and live in the UK.
We are unable to sponsor any individual who does not have the right to work in the UK. Unless you have the right to work in the UK please do not apply.
The Charity
Our charity believes it is wrong for girls and women to be excluded from the joy, fulfilment and lifelong benefits of sport. Sport can transform lives, but due to gender stereotypes, institutional bias and gendered economic and health inequalities far too many women and girls are missing out.
Women in Sport has been working since 1984 to change this. We know that sport can give girls and women resilience, courage, self-belief and a sense of belonging through which they can learn vital life skills such as leadership and teamwork. That’s why our purpose is to create lasting positive change for women and girls in sport and society.
The Benefits
Annual leave
25 days, plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time)
Flexibility
We have a range of options for flexible working and we’d be happy to discuss your needs at the interview stage
Pension
Women in Sport operates an auto enrolment pension, with matched contributions at 6% of your salary post probation
Living cost
Health insurance and cash plan benefit
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