Head of Fundraising
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 23 Rhagfyr 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £70,000 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 19 Ionawr 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Oxford, OX5 1PF |
| Gweithio o bell: | Hybrid - gweithio o bell hyd at 2 ddiwrnod yr wythnos |
| Cwmni: | NFP People Limited |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 8004 |
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Head of Fundraising
We are seeking an experienced fundraising professional with a strong track record of securing major gifts to lead and deliver a high value global fundraising strategy that supports ambitious scientific and conservation programmes.
Position: Head of Fundraising
Salary: £70,000 plus, depending on experience
Location: Hybrid, with weekly Oxford presence and some international travel
Hours: Full time
Contract: Initial 2 year fixed term, full time employment (with extension opportunities)
Closing date: 19 January 2026, with early applications recommended
About the Role
This is a senior post responsible for designing and delivering a multi-year fundraising strategy focused on major donors, high net worth individuals and philanthropic foundations. You will play a central part in securing significant multi-year commitments that enable large scale expedition, research, and public engagement programmes.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the development and execution of a major giving and philanthropic strategy
- Building and managing a robust income pipeline with clear revenue targets
- Identifying, cultivating and stewarding prospects capable of six and seven figure gifts
- Developing compelling proposals, cases for support and tailored donor materials
- Providing strategic support and briefing for senior leadership fundraising activity
- Maintaining strong donor stewardship through high quality communication and reporting
- Working collaboratively with scientific, operations and finance teams to align funding needs
About You
You will be a confident and credible fundraiser with a strong understanding of major gifts and donor relations. You'll bring:
- A proven track record of securing six and seven figure gifts
- Experience managing international donor relationships
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to translate complex information into compelling narratives
- A strategic mindset with the drive and initiative to lead and deliver income growth
- Ability and willingness to travel internationally as required
- Experience in conservation, scientific research or biodiversity fundraising is welcomed, along with a wider understanding of global philanthropic networks.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Director of Development, Major Donor Lead, Philanthropy Manager, Head of Partnerships, Senior Development Manager, Foundation Relations Lead, Global Giving Manager. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organization.