Head of Fundraising
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.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organization.
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