Communications and Stewardship Manager

Communications and Stewardship Manager

Team: Research & Engagement (Philanthropy & Partnerships)  

Location: Homebased with ad-hoc travel throughout the year 

Work pattern: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday  

Salary: Up to £45,999.12 per annum 

Contract: Permanent    

We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our enthusiastic employees, volunteers, and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.  

Will you join us and make life better for cats?  

Responsibilities of our Stewardship & Communications Manager: 

• The Philanthropy & Partnerships Communications and Stewardship Manager plays a key role in building strong, lasting relationships between Cats Protection and its most valued supporters.  

• Sitting within the Philanthropy and Partnership’s Research and Engagement team, you will lead a small team of specialist roles and shape how we communicate, steward and inspire corporate partners, major donors, and trusts and foundations, helping them feel genuinely connected to the difference their support makes for cats.  

About the Research and Engagement team:  

• We sit within the Marketing & Income Generation directorate.  

• The Research and Engagement team sits within Philanthropy and Partnerships and brings together prospect research, communications and events to ensure a coordinated, insight‑led and supporter‑centred approach supporting fundraisers to grow pipelines, build meaningful relationships, and maximise long-term income for Cats Protection. 

What we are looking for in our Stewardship & Communications Manager: 

• Significant experience in high‑value fundraising communications and/or stewardship, including working with corporate partners, major donors, trusts and foundations.   

• Experience of leading or managing specialist communications or stewardship activity, with direct line‑management responsibility and/or clear functional leadership.   

• Proven experience of overseeing the development of high‑quality donor communications, propositions or cases for support.   

• Experience of working collaboratively with fundraisers and senior stakeholders in a complex, multi‑disciplinary organisation.   

• Experience of balancing strategic oversight with hands‑on support, quality assurance and delivery under pressure.  

What we can offer you:  

• range of health benefits  

• 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service.  

• Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing.  

• and much more, which you can learn about here  

Interested? Here’s how to apply:  

Application closing date: 21st September 2026 

Virtual interview date: 29th & 30th September 2026 

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.  

If successful, your recruitment journey will include:  

1. Anonymised application form  

2. Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams (will include a task) 

3. Final stage interview 

Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.  

Please email recruitment@cats.org.uk if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.  

We operate a bias-free application process in our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. To assess your application quickly, fairly and objectively, please fully complete the qualifications and work history sections of our online application form.

Redacted CVs may be accepted by exception.

We believe being an inclusive, diverse organisation - where we welcome diversity of thought, value individuals' experience and can reach and partner all areas of society - is crucial if we're to help more cats. Our ambition is to work together to promote a more inclusive environment, which attracts all candidates and signals our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity.

There’s a place for everyone at Cats Protection and we encourage applications from talented people across all communities.

Cats Protection is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and protecting anyone that comes into contact with us from harm. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be subject to a criminal record check if required for the role.

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