Join our fundraising team as a Donor Stewardship Consultant!
Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of animals? Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your financial acumen and operational agility can create lasting impact? If so, we want you on our team!
About us
Humane World for Animals is a forward-thinking charity striving for a better future for animals through advocacy, education, and hands-on programmes. We are an effective voice for animals, with active programmes in wildlife protection, alternatives to animal experiments, and farmed animal welfare. We have big ambitions to create further positive change for animals here in the UK and around the world.
About the role
Project Duration: From now until the end of December 2025
Frequency: 3 days per week
Rate: £300 per day
Humane World for Animals is seeking a detail-oriented Donor Stewardship Consultant to manage the planning, delivery, and evaluation of stewardship initiatives so that our Philanthropy team can use these to engage and inspire prospects, donors, and our partners. This back-end role is crucial in aiding the donor facing team to achieve success.
Key responsibilities:
* Delivering exceptional support to the philanthropy team to enhance experiences for current donors, including the production of impact-focused reports, personalised communications, and moments that build community for Humane World for Animals' growing donor base.
* Supporting the delivery of exceptional donor experiences, stewardship communications, progress reports, and materials that showcase Humane World for Animals' impact.
* Overseeing the preparation and submission of specific donor reports, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with donor guidelines and grant agreements.
* Managing select, bespoke stewardship projects which strengthen relationships with donors, especially corporate partners.
* Working closely with the Campaigns and Finance teams to gather data, track progress, and strengthen internal reporting processes.
* Collaborating with the Communications Team to ensure that donor communications are consistent with our brand and messaging.
* Maintaining accurate records of donor and partner interactions using our CRM system.
About you
You are passionate about animal welfare and a skilled storyteller, capable of crafting compelling narratives for proposals, reports, and briefing materials. You are delivery-focused, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and ensure high-quality execution. Detail-driven, you have a knack for accurately tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensuring no stone is left unturned. As a collaborator, you enjoy working across portfolios and internal functions. Additionally, you are a proactive critical thinker who finds gaps in ways of working and creates quick solutions.
Desired skills and qualifications:
* Proven experience in project managing campaigns and fundraising initiatives from conception to evaluation.
* Understanding of stewardship and supporter journey, with experience in improving the donor experience and developing partnerships.
* Strong track record of producing high-quality written materials, including reports.
* Experience working with fundraising CRM systems and guest management systems.
* Experience developing branded materials for events and written communications, with a good understanding of applying brand guidelines.
* Experience working within an international setting.
Why Join Us
* Make a meaningful impact: Your work will directly contribute to our mission to improve the lives of animals.
* A role within a global organisation known for its impactful work in animal welfare.
* A flexible consultancy contract, offering a balance between professional achievement and personal fulfilment.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re driven by purpose and have the skills to support our Philanthropy team, we want to hear from you. Apply through LinkedIn or send your CV to Preeti Baid, Senior Manager, Major Gifts at pbaid@humaneworld.org by 23rd May 2025.