Head of Fundraising & Communications

Rainforest Foundation; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An international environmental NGO in London is seeking a Head of Fundraising and Communications to spearhead strategic initiatives aimed at driving income growth and enhancing external visibility. This full-time, permanent role involves overseeing a small team as well as the crafting of compelling narratives that engage donors and amplify Indigenous voices. The ideal candidate will possess experience in fundraising and communications, and thrive in a collaborative environment. The position offers flexibility and a chance to make a significant difference in rainforest protection.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

4% pension contributions

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and development allowance

Work-from-anywhere flexibility

Qualifications

• Proven track record in strategic communications and fundraising.
• Ability to turn complex issues into persuasive messages.
• Experience securing significant income from various sources.

Responsibilities

• Lead transformative fundraising and communications strategies.
• Shape the organization’s external profile and drive income growth.
• Oversee a small team and collaborate across programs and operations.

Skills

Strategic communications

Fundraising

Creative communication

Relationship building

Team motivation

Job description

To submit your application, kindly complete the online application form by 9AM, Friday 16th January 2026. (Please note that CVs will not be considered.)

About us

Rainforest Foundation UK (RFUK) is a values‑driven organisation working with Indigenous Peoples and local communities to protect the world’s rainforests and uphold their human rights. Since 1989, RFUK has partnered with forest peoples and grassroots organisations to secure land rights, challenge destructive industries, and influence laws and policies that safeguard forests and the people who depend on them.

Our mission is clear : to combine human rights and environmental protection to tackle deforestation. From the Congo Basin to the Amazon, our work has helped communities protect millions of hectares of rainforest. With a growing team of passionate advocates for social and environmental justice, we are committed to scaling up our impact to confront the accelerating climate and biodiversity crises.

About the role

Do you want to lead transformative fundraising and communications strategies that make a global impact?

As Head of Fundraising and Communications, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping RFUK’s external profile and driving income growth to support our ambitious 2033 vision : scaling up community‑led protection of tropical forests. Reporting to the Executive Director, you’ll oversee strategic communications and fundraising, manage a small team, and work closely with colleagues across programmes and operations.

This is a senior leadership position where no two days are the same—whether you’re crafting compelling narratives, engaging major donors, or amplifying the voices of Indigenous communities on the global stage.

The role is full‑time, permanent, and based in London with hybrid working options. We offer flexibility, a supportive culture, and the chance to make a lasting difference.

About you

You’re an experienced leader with a proven track record in both strategic communications and fundraising. You’re a creative communicator who can turn complex issues into persuasive, accessible messages that drive change and support for our mission. You know how to secure significant income from foundations, corporates, individuals and major donors, and you’re confident in building long‑term relationships with diverse stakeholders. You thrive on collaboration, motivate teams to achieve ambitious goals, and bring resilience and cultural sensitivity to everything you do.

If you’re passionate about social and environmental justice and ready to help shape RFUK’s future, we’d love to hear from you.

Job description and benefits

Please download the full job description. We offer 30 days annual leave, 4% pension contributions, Employee Assistance Programme, learning and development allowance and four weeks of work‑from‑anywhere flexibility.

Location

Hybrid role based in our Bethnal Green office. The postholder would usually be required to work in the office a minimum of two days per week during their probation period. This can be reviewed with their Line Manager thereafter. RFUK can sponsor a Skilled Worker Visa for the successful candidate if required.

Application process

To submit your application, kindly complete the online application form by Friday 16th January 2026, by 9AM. Please be aware that the form will be anonymised for review by the panel.

Please note that CVs will not be considered.

Regrettably, due to the large number of applications we usually receive, it is not possible to write to you should you not be shortlisted for an interview. If you have not heard from us within 10 days of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.

Interviews with shortlisted candidates will be held on 29th January 2026. Please let us know in your application if you are available to attend an online interview.

If you have any questions about the role, please email [e-mail] and we will respond to you on Wednesday 7th January.