Senior Funder Raiser – Help REUSE Foundation Solve The Plastics Crisis - Volunteer

REUSE Foundation; Worth; Remote; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in the UK is seeking skilled volunteers to help combat single-use plastics. Work remotely, contribute to fundraising initiatives, corporate partnerships, and communication campaigns. Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and can commit 4–6 hours per week for a minimum of 3–6 months.

Benefits

Flexible remote work

Recognition on website and reports

Impactful role in an international non-profit

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in fundraising or philanthropy.
• Background in CSR, ESG, or sustainability partnerships.
• Strategic communications experience, especially in non-profit.

Responsibilities

• Support fundraising and build relationships with funders.
• Initiate and manage partnerships with mission-aligned companies.
• Contribute to strategic communications and campaigns.

Skills

Fundraising & Philanthropy

Corporate Outreach & Partnerships

Communications & Campaigns

Job description

We’re looking for skilled, committed volunteers to help us build a movement to end single-use plastic packaging. Be part of the change.

What difference will you make?

Shift the Narrative Shape campaigns and communications that challenge greenwashing, raise awareness, and spotlight scalable solutions to single-use plastic.

Amplify Reuse Innovation Help identify, support, and elevate reuse pioneers and businesses around the world that need visibility and partnerships to grow.

Drive Policy Change Support policy advocacy and influence decision-makers to prioritize reuse and refill systems in place of token recycling commitments.

Secure Funding for Change Help build relationships with funders, philanthropists, and companies who can accelerate the reuse movement.

Build Public Momentum Create engaging outreach that motivates everyday consumers to rethink their habits and demand systemic solutions.

What Are We Looking For?

We're especially keen to hear from people with 5+ years of experience in any of the following areas.

Fundraising & Philanthropy

• Experience writing successful grant applications or managing relationships with funders
• Knowledge of trusts, foundations, or donor networks focused on the environment or circular economy
• Ability to identify and research funding opportunities and help craft compelling cases for support

Corporate Outreach & Partnerships

• Background in CSR, ESG, or sustainability partnerships
• Ability to initiate and manage relationships with mission-aligned companies
• Strategic thinking to design mutual value propositions for brand partners

Communications & Campaigns

• Strategic communications experience — especially in non-profit or sustainability sectors
• Strong writing and storytelling skills (campaigns, reports, social media)
• Experience in stakeholder engagement, coalition-building, or advocacy is a plus

What Will You Be Doing?

We want volunteers who can contribute their time, skills, and energy to support these areas:

• Volunteer participation is in line with the above experience areas and helps us accomplish the mission stated above.

What We Offer

• A chance to shape the direction of a small but growing international non-profit
• A meaningful role in pioneering reuse system, especially in lower-income countries
• Flexible, remote work — collaborate from anywhere
• Recognition on our website and reports for your contribution

Commitment

We’re seeking volunteers who can offer at least 4–6 hours a week, ideally for 3–6 months or more. We’re flexible, but consistency matters — we’re looking to build a trusted core team.