Work With Us
Funding Officer
Salary: £29,000 – £34,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week)
We are open to compressed hours or part-time working (minimum 28 hours) for the right candidate. We also welcome applications from people interested in a job share arrangement.
Contract: Permanent
Location: Hybrid working (Cardiff office and remote working)
Fully remote working may also be considered
Be part of the fight for justice and dignity in the asylum and immigration system.
Asylum Justice is the only charity in Wales – and one of very few in the UK – providing free legal advice and representation to people seeking asylum, refugees, and other migrants who are excluded from legal aid. Every day, we help people navigate a hostile system, challenge injustice, and secure safety for themselves and their families.
Demand for our services is higher than ever. In the past year alone, our caseload increased by nearly 50%, and we’ve taken on more complex, urgent cases – including supporting unaccompanied asylum-seeking children and people at immediate risk of destitution or deportation.
We’re now looking for a Funding Officer to join our small, committed team and help secure the resources we need to sustain and grow our work. This is a chance to make a tangible difference – not just in helping us meet income targets, but in strengthening access to justice for some of the most marginalised people in Wales.
About the role
This is a hands-on, varied role that combines fundraising, relationship management, and impact storytelling. You’ll work closely with our Legal Director and wider team to:
- Research and identify funding opportunities from trusts, foundations, and statutory sources
- Write compelling funding bids and reports that reflect our impact and values
- Maintain excellent relationships with funders and support project coordination with delivery partners
- Coordinate grant reporting and keep accurate records of income, spend, and deadlines
- Support internal monitoring and evaluation to strengthen our evidence base
- Help develop our approach to individual giving, fundraising events, and donor communications
We’re looking for someone who shares our commitment to justice and anti-racism, and who brings strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach.
Who we’re looking for
We don’t expect you to know everything from day one – we’re open to candidates with transferable skills from across the charity, campaigning, or community sectors. You might have experience as a fundraiser, grant writer, project officer, or in a policy/impact role where writing and relationship-building are key.
What matters most is that you’re passionate about what we do, committed to equity and inclusion, and eager to learn and contribute.
What we offer
- A supportive, mission-driven team working in solidarity with people seeking asylum
- Flexibility around working days, location, and hours
- An organisational culture that prioritises wellbeing and psychological safety
- The chance to shape an ambitious and growing organisation at a pivotal time
How to apply
To apply, you must use our official application form. We will not accept CVs or cover letters, so please make sure all relevant information is included in the form.
Completed forms should be returned to e.mamo@asylumjustice.org.uk. Please save and submit your application as a Word or PDF document.
The deadline for applications is 11.59pm on Sunday 4 January 2026.
If you have any questions or would like to speak to someone informally about the role, please contact Emma Mamo ate.mamo@asylumjustice.org.uk or by calling 07949 121 876.
We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of the immigration system, and from people from racialised and minoritised backgrounds.
What happens next
We will acknowledge all applications by email. If you haven’t received confirmation by 5pm on Tuesday 6 January 2026, please get in touch with us – we cannot take responsibility for applications that are not received or arrive after the deadline.
Once the application deadline has passed, we will review all submissions and invite shortlisted candidates to interview. We expect to hold interviews during the week beginning 12 January 2026. If you have not heard from us within one week of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
Following interview, we will make a provisional offer to our preferred candidate, subject to satisfactory references and a standard DBS check.
We reserve the right not to make an appointment if we feel no candidate meets the required criteria.
