Strategic Fundraising Specialist

3 weeks ago


Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom WWF UK Careers Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a Strategic Fundraising Specialist to join our Supporter Income & Engagement team at WWF-UK. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and coordinating high-value giving opportunities within our portfolio, with a focus on securing £5m+ donations.

As a key member of our team, you will work closely with experts to scope and build winning proposals for new £5m+ opportunities, identifying potential funders and leveraging major support from corporate partnerships, private sector partners, and philanthropic donors. This will involve building long-term relationships with stakeholders and creating compelling case for support.

The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in major gift fundraising, excellent communication and project management skills, and the ability to think strategically and work collaboratively as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and coordinate high-value giving opportunities within our portfolio
  • Scope and build winning proposals for new £5m+ opportunities
  • Identify potential funders and leverage major support from corporate partnerships, private sector partners, and philanthropic donors
  • Build long-term relationships with stakeholders and create compelling cases for support
  • Work closely with experts to identify and pursue new funding opportunities

Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years' experience in major gift fundraising
  • Proven track record of securing £5m+ donations
  • Excellent communication and project management skills
  • Ability to think strategically and work collaboratively as part of a team
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field

Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 per annum



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