Fundraising Consultant Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 pro rata Contract: 3 months with potential for extension – open to different working patterns Location: Fully remote, occasional meetings in London / Surrey Closing date: 8 th August

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to support The Lily Foundation, the UK’s leading mitochondrial disease charity, reporting directly to the CEO.

This is a unique chance to lead the foundational phase of the UK Mitochondrial Disease Research Institute (UKMDRI)—a landmark initiative that will transform the landscape of mitochondrial disease research in the UK. If you're looking for a high-impact, strategic role where your work will directly influence the future of medical research, this is it.

As part of this exciting role, you will define and implement the operational and governance framework for the UKMDRI, engage with leading stakeholders across science, healthcare, and policy, and help secure the funding and partnerships needed to launch the Institute. This is a rare opportunity to shape a national research platform from the ground up.

To be successful as a Project Manager, you will need: Proven experience delivering complex, multi-stakeholder projects from concept to launch Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills across diverse sectors Demonstrated ability to develop governance structures, strategic roadmaps, and funding proposals Ability to work collaboratively with small teams and empower internal capacity.

If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Emma on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to info@ashbyjenkinsrecruitment.co.uk.

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.

We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.

If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.

If you wish to discuss this role with us, please quote reference 2668EI.