Head of development

Head of Development

Salary: Circa £55,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time or part time (minimum 0.8 FTE)
Location: Cambridge - Hybrid working

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and strategic Head of Development to join the highly respected team at Cambridge Global Health Partnerships (CGHP) working to improve global health equity.

Cambridge Global Health Partnerships (CGHP) was born out of the belief that health should not be predetermined by where we live. We are a charitable programme based on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus and are a linked charity to ACT (Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust).

About the role

As Head of Development, you will lead income generation and strategic partnership activity, playing a pivotal role in securing the funding and relationships needed for long-term success.

Working closely with senior leadership, you will:

• Develop and deliver an ambitious income generation strategy
• Build and maintain high-value relationships with funders, donors and partners
• Grow a diverse and sustainable funding pipeline
• Lead on compelling bids, proposals and reporting
• Contribute to organisational strategy, governance and leadership

This is a senior role offering the opportunity to influence direction, strengthen systems and drive meaningful growth within a small, passionate team.

About you

You will bring:

• Experience working within the charity sector, global health or international development.
• A strong track record in fundraising, development or business development, with experience securing significant income.
• Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills.
• Experience of developing and delivering successful income strategies.
• Experience of working with trustees, boards or governance structures.
• Strong written communication skills, including bid and proposal development
• The ability to operate strategically while delivering operational results
• A genuine commitment to equity, collaboration and ethical practice

Why apply?

This is an exciting time to join CGHP as they strengthen their sustainability, expand partnerships and grow impact. If you are a strategic relationship-builder with a strong track record in fundraising and business development, this is a rare opportunity to shape the next phase of growth for a respected organisation working for global health equity.

Competitive benefits package including but not limited to: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, Birthday off, Annual Eye tests, pension, wellbeing support and flexible working.

To discuss this role in more detail please contact Hannah at Not For Profit People.

Closing Date: 8th July 2026

Other roles you may have experience of could include:
Head of Fundraising, Head of Partnerships, Development Director, Fundraising Director, Head of Income Generation, Business Development Director, Strategic Partnerships Lead, Philanthropy Lead, Head of External Relations