Lead, Fundraising and Development
Harris Hill ·www.harrishill.co.uk
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Harris Hill is delighted to be partnering with Consumers International, the only global membership body for consumer organisations, to recruit their new Lead, Fundraising and Development.
Consumers International unites over 200 member organisations in more than 100 countries. As the independent voice for consumers worldwide, it works with Members and partners to advocate for safer, fairer, and more sustainable markets, from energy to digital goods, from food systems to circular economy solutions.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the funding strategy and ensuring they have the resources to deliver real impact for consumers worldwide.
As the Lead, you will ensure there is a clear and robust strategy for Member engagement and outreach aligning with Consumers International organisational strategy.
You will also contribute to the development of a fundraising strategy that grows and diversifies income streams. You will identify and prioritise funding opportunities from foundations, trusts, and institutional donors and build and maintain a pipeline of prospects aligned with organisational objectives.
You will lead the development of compelling, evidence-based proposals and grant applications that resonate with funders. You will also serve as the primary point of contact for funders, ensuring responsive, professional communication and support stewardship efforts by preparing reports, presentations, and donor updates.
To be considered for this role you will need:
- Proven track record in fundraising, business development, or partnerships, preferably within an international NGO, foundation, or advocacy organisation.
- Strong grant-writing and proposal development skills, with demonstrable success securing major funding.
- Experience researching and cultivating donor relationships, with strong understanding of the philanthropic sector.
- Exceptional written communication and storytelling ability, with keen attention to detail.
If this role sounds of interest to you and you want to have a chat and review the full job description, please do contact Dominic at Harris Hill on dominic.gilchrist@harrishill.co.uk or call him on 020 7820 7332.
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000
Permanent, full-time
Location: Remote – open to candidates globally
Deadline: Wednesday 27th May 2026
Application process: Cover Letter and CV
Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted with further information.
As a leading charity recruitment specialist and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality, or other protected characteristics.
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