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Join the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and lead the way in securing funds to revolutionize our approach to plastics and the circular economy.
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Salary £50000
Location Cowes, Isle of Wight / Remote UK
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Organisation Summary:
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation is at the forefront of driving the transition to a circular economy, focusing on designing out waste and pollution, keeping products and materials in use, and regenerating natural systems. As a Senior Fundraising Manager, you'll be part of an ambitious team, working to secure significant philanthropic support for the Foundation's groundbreaking Plastics strategy.
Role Summary:Develop and manage new funding relationships.Secure substantial unrestricted grants and donations for a range of projects.Identify and qualify potential funders through research, networking, and team collaboration.Collaborate with EMF Leads globally to provide expertise during funder conversations.
Role Requirements:Proven experience in securing high-value multi-year funding.Ability to simplify complex projects into compelling narratives for funders.Experience holding relationships at a senior level and confident in public speaking.Knowledge in plastics, circular economy, or systems change is advantageous.Strong financial and budget management skills.
Application Process Details:
Interested candidates should apply promptly by uploading a CV and covering letter through the provided application process, with the aim to start as soon as possible.
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation is seeking a Senior Fundraising Manager. This senior position will take a leading role in the campaign to secure philanthropic funds (circa £15 mill over 5 years) that will deliver our Plastics strategy.
The Role: You will report to our Philanthropy Lead and have responsibility for developing new funding relationships, securing substantial unrestricted grants and donations for the Foundation across a range of projects. You will also be responsible for proactively identifying and qualifying potential funders through a variety of approaches including research, networking, and collaboration with project teams. You will be expected to deliver exceptional internal relationships with EMF Leads in UK, Europe, North America, Brazil and China to bring deep subject expertise, knowledge and capability to funder conversations.
Job Requirements: An experienced fundraiser with a proven track record of securing high 6 figure multi-year funding across various sectors. A successful history of leading or influencing complex projects with evidence of turning that complexity into simple and compelling narrative. Track record of holding relationships at a senior level. Confident public speaker with excellent networking skills. Experience within relevant field such as plastics/circular economy/systems change will be a definite advantage. Strong financial and budgetary skills.
Benefits: Generous holiday allowance (25 days plus UK Bank Holidays plus discretionary organisational extra days leave), generous parental leave; enhanced pension options/private health scheme after 6 months; wellbeing programme.
Application Details: Apply by clicking the green icon where you will be asked to upload a CV and covering letter. Desired starting date: ASAP. Closing date: July 26th 2024.
Location: Our office is based in Cowes, Isle of Wight. A remote UK location will be considered for this role.
