Associate Director of Philanthropy (UK & Europe)

Location: Compassion in World Farming HQ, Godalming, Surrey, UK (Hybrid - 2 days in the office per week)

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time (37 hours per week)

Salary Up to £70,000 per annum

Are you ready to lead impactful change? Join us as our new Associate Director of Philanthropy.

We’re seeking an experienced leader to drive continued growth in our philanthropy program, helping expand our support across the UK and Europe as we work towards ending factory farming by 2040.

About Us:

Compassion in World Farming International is a leading global organisation dedicated to ending factory farming worldwide. We were founded in 1967 by Peter Roberts, a British farmer alarmed by the rise of factory farming. Over the past 50 years, we have made major strides in abolishing inhumane practices such as barren battery cages, veal crates, and sow gestation crates in the UK and Europe.

Our approach involves campaigning, advocacy, and engagement with policymakers at national, intergovernmental, and corporate levels, building a movement of individuals concerned about animal welfare and the health and sustainability of our food. We are driven by a passion for animal welfare and food system change, believing in a future where animals are treated with compassion and respect, and where sustainable farming practices prevail for a healthy planet.

Our international headquarters are in Godalming (UK), with team members in 14 countries on four continents including the US, Italy, France, Poland, the Netherlands, Spain, Czechia, China, and a specialist policy office in Brussels. This role is part of the Global Fundraising Directorate of over 50 staff, consisting of Philanthropy, Individual Giving, Legacies, Digital, CRM and Brand teams, based internationally, primarily in the UK (HQ) and our six other fundraising markets in the USA and Europe.

About the Role:

We are looking for an impressive and talented Associate Director Philanthropy (UK & Europe) to lead our successful and growing UK & European focused Philanthropy programme and team. Reporting into our Global Director of Fundraising, you will lead a dynamic and ambitious team responsible for significant growth from UK and European philanthropic partners and seek new opportunities in other geographies (outside North America), working closely with the US Director of Philanthropy. This is an exciting time to join the Global Philanthropy team at Compassion in World Farming and contribute to delivering our mission to end factory farming by 2040. With growing awareness of the devastating impact of factory farming not only on animals, but on human health and the environment, now is a unique moment to be raising funds for our work and bringing new donors on board.

Our Global Philanthropy team has been successful in securing income growth over recent years, and we have invested in our team to build on this momentum, expanding into continental Europe and growing our UK team, as well as our US team. This role will lead further growth, ensuring our existing relationships with Major Donors, Trusts and Foundations, corporate donors and partners flourish and grow, while having a focus on identifying and building new relationships and funding opportunities, broadening our international scope and ambitions beyond our UK and US bases.

About You:

To succeed in this exciting role, you will need to have significant experience in fundraising or philanthropy, ideally in a similar position. You'll need to have proven success and be motivated by working in a fast-paced and complex international environment, with the flexibility to travel within the UK and internationally, as needed, and sometimes at short notice. You will personally lead the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of a portfolio of donors at a high level (6- and 7-figure) which will primarily consist of HNWIs and Trusts and Foundations, and have a focus on identifying and developing new prospect relationships. You'll have a collaborative and ambitious approach, and have previous experience of managing a international philanthropy teams, with a proven track record of raising substantial donations, particularly at or above the £500k level, with experience at the £1 million level, being highly desirable.

You'll need to be a motivated philanthropy leader, with a passion for animal welfare, sustainability, and creating impactful international change. Adept at building high-value donor relationships across diverse markets, you will be able to demonstrate a clear strategic vision, and a collaborative approach that drives growth within mission-driven organisations. You’ll need to have strong leadership skills, that can enable you to mentor your team, foster a collaborative environment, and set clear goals aligned with our mission. Fluent in English, and ideally another European language (such as French), you will excel at engaging diverse stakeholders, presenting complex ideas clearly, and managing budgets effectively. Resilient, adaptable, and energetic, you will be ready to inspire partners, mobilise resources, and play a pivotal role in CIWF’s mission to create a transformative impact on animal welfare and sustainable food systems worldwide.

Why You Should Apply:

This role offers you the chance to make a real difference in the fight against factory farming and allows you to lead and grow a vital fundraising initiative, at a critical time in our mission. You’ll work within a passionate and dedicated team, contributing to high-impact strategies that promote animal welfare and sustainable food systems globally.

Join us on a collective mission to shape a compassionate future for farm animals worldwide, while experiencing a workplace that truly cares for you:

- Enjoy an enhanced annual leave of 25 days per year, along with bank holidays

- Free onsite parking at HQ

- Optional savings schemes

- Embrace a fulfilling career that prioritises your well-being, while also enjoying excellent development opportunities

- Flexible, hybrid working model

- A defined Contribution Pension Scheme

To Apply:

If you are passionate about animal welfare and have the skills and experience to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter, outlining how you meet the Person Specification detailed in the job description. Please note that we reserve the right to commence interviews on a rolling programme.

Closing date: 9am 29th November 2024

1st stage interviews (Teams): 4th and 5th December 2024

2nd stage interviews (In person): 11th and 13th December 2024

No agencies please.

Compassion in World Farming International is absolutely committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We value diversity and experience, and acknowledge the underrepresentation of people from certain backgrounds, both within our organisation and across the sector. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, whether these be of ethnicity, gender, identity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation or other.

To comply with legal requirements, as part of our selection procedure we ask all potential employees to prove their eligibility to work in the UK.

Closing date 29-11-2024

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