01626 884544
dpt.openup@nhs.net
Are you ready to use your expertise to make a lasting difference in the lives of people across Devon and beyond? We’re excited to be recruiting a Grants Manager to join Open Up, the official charity of Devon Partnership NHS Trust.
This is more than just a job. It’s a chance to deliver visible, lasting impact in the mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity space – an opportunity to be part of something meaningful, rewarding and truly life-changing.
About the role
As our new Grants Manager, you will play a pivotal role in helping us grow our fundraising success and secure vital funding for innovative, patient-focused projects. You’ll be responsible for:
- Developing and leading grant fundraising strategies
- Writing compelling, high-quality grant applications
- Building and nurturing relationships with trusts, foundations and funding bodies
- Managing the full grant lifecycle – from research to reporting
- Ensuring that the projects you support are timely, effective and aligned with our mission
This is an opportunity to blend strategy, creativity and relationship-building, working alongside a small, passionate and values-driven team.
We offer flexible working, a supportive and inclusive culture, and the chance to shape how Open Up delivers impact through transformative funding.
We’re looking for someone who is:
- A strategic thinker with a flair for writing
- Experienced in the charity or non-profit sector, particularly in grant fundraising
- Passionate about mental health, inclusion and social change
- Collaborative, creative and motivated to deliver results
- Committed to equality, diversity and making a positive difference
Whether you’re an experienced grant writer looking for a new challenge or someone ready to take the next step in your fundraising career, we’d love to hear from you.
Your work will help fund unique therapies, improved environments, new opportunities for recovery and hope – and drive better outcomes for people across our communities.
Ready to apply?
Join us in making a difference. Apply now for this rewarding role and help shape a better future for mental health care in the South West.
Apply for the Grants Manager role here.
Closing date: 22 June 2025
