Director of Fundraising & Engagement

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wildlife conservation organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Director of Fundraising and Engagement to shape campaigns and mobilize action for wildlife. The ideal candidate will lead a team of around 65 staff members, cultivate key relationships for fundraising, and contribute to the strategic direction of the Trust. Experience in senior fundraising leadership and a strategic approach to nature recovery are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience at senior fundraising and engagement leadership with a track record in major funding and partnerships.
• Strong relationship-building with high-level contacts and ability to develop donor programmes.
• Strategic thinker with ability to shape campaigns linked to nature recovery.

Responsibilities

• Shape compelling campaigns and supporter journeys to mobilise action for wildlife.
• Cultivate relationships with companies, grant funders and high-net-worth individuals.
• Secure major strategic grant funding and corporate partnerships.

Skills

Senior fundraising and engagement leadership

Relationship-building with high-level contacts

Strategic thinking linked to nature recovery

Job description

Overview

Senior Leadership Team role: Director of Fundraising and Engagement at Yorkshire Wildlife Trust. Role to shape campaigns, supporter and visitor journeys to mobilise volunteering and community organising for wildlife and a nature-positive future.

Responsibilities

• Shape compelling campaigns, supporter and visitor journeys across the Trust to mobilise action for wildlife.
• Tap into fundraising potential and cultivate relationships with companies, grant funders and high-net-worth individuals.
• Secure major strategic grant funding and corporate partnerships and develop major donor programmes.
• Contribute to the work of an established leadership team and work with the Trustee Board.
• Manage a Directorate of around 65 staff.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Experience at senior fundraising and engagement leadership with a track record in major funding and partnerships.
• Strong relationship-building with high-level contacts and ability to develop donor programmes.
• Strategic thinker with ability to shape campaigns linked to nature recovery.

How to apply

Please submit an up-to-date CV and supporting statement describing knowledge, skills and experience aligned to the Person Specification in the Candidate Brief. If you only submit a CV, your application may not be considered. Do not include personal details on your supporting statement.

Closing dates and interview process

Closing date: Sunday 5 October (midnight). Preliminary Interviews (virtual): 20 October. Primary Interviews (in-person): 5 November. Second Interviews (if required): 13 November. Applications received after the closing deadline may not be considered. The Trust cannot provide feedback on unsuccessful applications.

Diversity and inclusion

We are committed to creating a Movement that recognises and values individual differences and identities. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.