Foundation Operations Manager

We are looking to recruit a dynamic Operations Manager, with experience in funding or programme management, to lead the development of our existing and newly emerging grant programmes, delivering greater impact for our communities.

2/23/2026

The Northern Powergrid Foundation is an independent grant‑giving charity, with a mission to help communities turn energy challenges into opportunities. To date we have funded 120 organisations, providing them with £1.8million funding to enhance the energy resilience of their communities, but we’re now ready for the next step in our story. About to launch our new three‑year strategy, the Foundation is at a point of significant change with an ambition to grow our impact across our region.

We want to provide greater flexibility in our funding, to reach more communities who need support to maximise the benefits of the ever‑changing energy landscape.

We are looking to recruit a dynamic Operations Manager, with experience in funding or programme management, to lead the development of our existing and newly emerging grant programmes, delivering greater impact for our communities. Working with the Head of Foundation, our Operations Manager will play a key role in delivering the Foundation’s business plan as well as coordinating and providing support to the Foundation’s Trustees.

They will bring with them demonstrable experience of managing funding processes, from assessing applications to social impact assessment and reporting, and will be able to engage and build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including our beneficiaries and other regional funders.

The successful applicant will be responsible for developing our communications plan, ensuring that we communicate clearly and effectively with potential applicants, and reach the communities who need our support the most. Additionally, they will lead the development of our fundraising strategy, to enhance the sustainability of the organisation and ensure it exists to support those who need it in the future.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an organised and engaged person, with a desire to make a difference to the communities in which we live and work.

Along with a competitive salary of up to £45,000, we also offer great benefits such as:

• 25 days holiday increasing with tenure
• Up to 10% performance‑related bonus

We’re excited to hear from candidates with a passion for making a difference in our local communities, driven by creating a positive impact to our regions’ energy resilience needs. This will be a varied and dynamic role where you will work alongside a diverse set of stakeholders delivering both operational and strategic outcomes. Apply now and we’ll be in touch.

Sunderland

Office

Up to £45,000

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