Trust and Grants Lead
| Posting date: | 26 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Up to £45,000 (FTE |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 March 2026 |
| Location: | London, N1 8GJ |
| Company: | Royal Association for Deaf People |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 76 |
Summary
Job Advert
RAD has an opportunity for a full time Trust and Grants Lead to join its Business Development team.
As our organisation grows, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape our future direction and create lasting change for deaf
people and the wider community.
RAD is a leading Deaf charity with a rich history of empowering deaf individuals through access to essential services including
advice, advocacy, employment, interpreting and community project initiatives. We aim to bridge the gap in services and
opportunities available, ensuring equal access and breaking down barriers that persist in society.
We are seeking a passionate and strategic professional to support our ambitious plans through the creation and execution of a
strong long-term trusts and grants strategy for expanding our work in the deaf community. As our team and projects continue to
grow, this position offers the unique opportunity to be a part of shaping the future of the organisation – and ultimately improve
the lives of deaf people nationally.
Historically, RAD has secured much of its funding from UK trusts and foundations, and while we will continue to build on this, we
are eager to explore and expand our income generation plans. We seek an experienced grant writer to help us access these
opportunities.
This is a permanent contract, working 37.5 hours (FTE) per week. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of up to £45,000
(FTE) per annum depending on experience. RAD offer incentives such generous pension contribution, substantial life assurance
policy, annual leave entitlement of 27 days per annum in addition to bank holidays, and accessible training opportunities.
About the role:
As Trusts and Grants Lead, you will lead RAD’s trusts and grants fundraising activity, playing a central role in sustaining and
growing services for Deaf people. Working closely with the Executive Leadership Team, Service Managers and Marketing, you will
shape funding strategy, identify new opportunities, and develop compelling bids that reflect the needs, priorities and aspirations
of the Deaf community.
You will oversee the development of high-quality funding applications, managing and supporting bid-writing activity to secure
funding for both existing and innovative services. These may include programmes across advice, advocacy, health, social care,
employment, education, heritage and culture, ensuring funding enables meaningful, accessible and inclusive outcomes for Deaf
people.
The role involves building and sustaining strong relationships with trust and grant funders, voluntary and community sector
partners, and other stakeholders, clearly communicating the impact of their support. You will work collaboratively with colleagues
across the organisation including Service Teams, Business Development, Marketing and Data & Insight, to develop strong service
delivery plans, robust impact narratives, and funder-aligned proposals.
You will also be responsible for horizon scanning and funder research, managing grant systems and subscriptions, and ensuring RAD
remains competitive, innovative and responsive within the trusts and grants landscape.
Essential requirements we’re looking for:
* Proven qualification and/ or experience as a Bid Manager or in a similar role
* Prepared to achieve a BSL qualification at level 2
* Successful bid writing
* Strong understanding of commissioning and procurement processes.
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills
* Ability to build rapport with stakeholders
* Public sector procurement - in depth knowledge of PQQ, Tenders, PCS process, OJEU, Frameworks etc
* Experienced in working with a wide range of stakeholders in developing successful funding proposals and building partnerships -
influencing, developing and managing key stakeholder relationships
* Have experience of a wide range of funders, including (but not limited to) Lottery providers, Grant makers and local and
central government departments
* Possess outstanding written, communication and negotiation skills, budget development skills with excellent attention to detail
* Experience of working collaboratively as part of a team and bringing people together across functions
* Proven track record of spotting new opportunities and delivering creative and successful funding applications
If you have a positive attitude, a flexible approach and would like to join our team, please get in touch.
For full details, download a role description. Alternatively, please contact HRadmin@royaldeaf.org.uk [HRadmin@royaldeaf.org.uk]
Access, BSL and reasonable adjustments
Our generic job description sections are available in BSL. If you require the role-specific duties and person specification to be
explained in BSL, please contact us to arrange an appointment and we will support you through this.
This role requires a good level of understanding and written English. We recognise that access needs vary, and we are committed to
making reasonable adjustments. If you require translation support or have any other access requirements, please let us know.
CV’s will be required in addition to application forms.
Closing date for applications: 26th March 2026
Interview date: Week commencing 30th March 2026
RAD has an opportunity for a full time Trust and Grants Lead to join its Business Development team.
As our organisation grows, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape our future direction and create lasting change for deaf
people and the wider community.
RAD is a leading Deaf charity with a rich history of empowering deaf individuals through access to essential services including
advice, advocacy, employment, interpreting and community project initiatives. We aim to bridge the gap in services and
opportunities available, ensuring equal access and breaking down barriers that persist in society.
We are seeking a passionate and strategic professional to support our ambitious plans through the creation and execution of a
strong long-term trusts and grants strategy for expanding our work in the deaf community. As our team and projects continue to
grow, this position offers the unique opportunity to be a part of shaping the future of the organisation – and ultimately improve
the lives of deaf people nationally.
Historically, RAD has secured much of its funding from UK trusts and foundations, and while we will continue to build on this, we
are eager to explore and expand our income generation plans. We seek an experienced grant writer to help us access these
opportunities.
This is a permanent contract, working 37.5 hours (FTE) per week. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of up to £45,000
(FTE) per annum depending on experience. RAD offer incentives such generous pension contribution, substantial life assurance
policy, annual leave entitlement of 27 days per annum in addition to bank holidays, and accessible training opportunities.
About the role:
As Trusts and Grants Lead, you will lead RAD’s trusts and grants fundraising activity, playing a central role in sustaining and
growing services for Deaf people. Working closely with the Executive Leadership Team, Service Managers and Marketing, you will
shape funding strategy, identify new opportunities, and develop compelling bids that reflect the needs, priorities and aspirations
of the Deaf community.
You will oversee the development of high-quality funding applications, managing and supporting bid-writing activity to secure
funding for both existing and innovative services. These may include programmes across advice, advocacy, health, social care,
employment, education, heritage and culture, ensuring funding enables meaningful, accessible and inclusive outcomes for Deaf
people.
The role involves building and sustaining strong relationships with trust and grant funders, voluntary and community sector
partners, and other stakeholders, clearly communicating the impact of their support. You will work collaboratively with colleagues
across the organisation including Service Teams, Business Development, Marketing and Data & Insight, to develop strong service
delivery plans, robust impact narratives, and funder-aligned proposals.
You will also be responsible for horizon scanning and funder research, managing grant systems and subscriptions, and ensuring RAD
remains competitive, innovative and responsive within the trusts and grants landscape.
Essential requirements we’re looking for:
* Proven qualification and/ or experience as a Bid Manager or in a similar role
* Prepared to achieve a BSL qualification at level 2
* Successful bid writing
* Strong understanding of commissioning and procurement processes.
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills
* Ability to build rapport with stakeholders
* Public sector procurement - in depth knowledge of PQQ, Tenders, PCS process, OJEU, Frameworks etc
* Experienced in working with a wide range of stakeholders in developing successful funding proposals and building partnerships -
influencing, developing and managing key stakeholder relationships
* Have experience of a wide range of funders, including (but not limited to) Lottery providers, Grant makers and local and
central government departments
* Possess outstanding written, communication and negotiation skills, budget development skills with excellent attention to detail
* Experience of working collaboratively as part of a team and bringing people together across functions
* Proven track record of spotting new opportunities and delivering creative and successful funding applications
If you have a positive attitude, a flexible approach and would like to join our team, please get in touch.
For full details, download a role description. Alternatively, please contact HRadmin@royaldeaf.org.uk [HRadmin@royaldeaf.org.uk]
Access, BSL and reasonable adjustments
Our generic job description sections are available in BSL. If you require the role-specific duties and person specification to be
explained in BSL, please contact us to arrange an appointment and we will support you through this.
This role requires a good level of understanding and written English. We recognise that access needs vary, and we are committed to
making reasonable adjustments. If you require translation support or have any other access requirements, please let us know.
CV’s will be required in addition to application forms.
Closing date for applications: 26th March 2026
Interview date: Week commencing 30th March 2026
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