If you're passionate about supporting local communities to make a difference and building meaningful, long-term relationships with major donors that extend far beyond individual grants, this is a brilliant opportunity to make a real impact.

Sussex Community Foundation is a registered charity that exists to make Sussex a fairer and more equal place. We connect philanthropists, donors and companies with local charities and not for profit organisations. We make vital grants through over 100 dedicated funds across four key priorities: Tackling poverty, Improving health, Reaching potential, and Acting on climate.

As one of three Grants and Relationships Manager positions in our supportive Grants team, you'll nurture donor relationships that go far beyond grant distribution – focusing on strategic philanthropy, sharing insights, and deep community engagement.

Ready to make a difference?

Join an inspiring organisation where collaboration and shared expertise drive exceptional outcomes.

Find out more by reading the full recruitment pack here.

We encourage applications from people with varied backgrounds and experiences. Sussex Community Foundation is committed to increasing diversity across our teams.

Grants & Relationships Manager

Lewes, East Sussex (Hybrid)

£38,000 per annum

Permanent - Full-time (35 hours per week)

To Apply

Please submit your cv, with a covering letter explaining how you meet the requirements of the person specification, through the Charity Job portal here. We are using the Charity Job anonymised recruitment process therefore all applications should go through this channel.

The closing date for applications is Monday 13 October 2025 at midday.

Interviews will be held during the week commencing 20 October 2025.