Are you passionate about making a tangible difference in the world, and believe in the power of philanthropy to enact real change? If so, we invite you to join us, as our US Associate Director of Philanthropy at Compassion in World Farming.
Background:
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 intensive factory farming. Over the past 50 years, we have made significant strides in abolishing inhumane practices such as barren battery cages, veal crates, and sow gestation crates in the UK and Europe. Our headquarters is in Godalming, Surrey, UK. Compassion in World Farming, Inc is an important international presence for CIWF in the USA and celebrates its 10-year anniversary this year. We have international representation in over 10 countries.
Our approach involves advocacy and campaigning, building a movement of individuals concerned about animal welfare, human health, and environmental sustainability, and working with food businesses to drive significant change in their global supply chains. We are driven by a passion for animal welfare and food system change, believing in a future where animals are treated with dignity and respect, and where sustainable farming practices prevail for a healthy planet.
Join us in our mission to create a more compassionate world for all beings.
As our US Associate Director of Philanthropy, you will join a talented, driven and passionate global fundraising team, and have a vital role in leading our philanthropy program in the US in support of our mission to end factory farming for the benefit of animals, people and planet. We have come a long way in the past few years, establishing a professional integrated international philanthropy team with new investment to support our ambitious growth strategy. Working closely with our UK HQ and our global team, you'll craft and execute strategies that not only meet ambitious global income targets, but also resonate with our supporters' values and beliefs.
As part of this pivotal role, you will cultivate relationships with major donors, trusts, and companies, in the US and the Americas, rallying support for our cause, in line with our ethical fundraising policy. With your strategic vision, you'll develop innovative prospect pipelines and engagement plans that inspire generosity and commitment, working closely with the Global Director of Fundraising, International Head of Philanthropy (co-leader) and US Executive Director. As a senior leader within Fundraising, you will empower and guide the US Philanthropy team, fostering an environment where everyone thrives and contributes to our shared goals. You will need hands on experience of championing donor engagement, stewardship, and solicitation, leveraging your expertise and networks to secure substantial philanthropic gifts.
Additional Tasks:
- To assist with other departmental duties where necessary, as listed below:
- As part of your employment, you may be required to travel anywhere within the world in order to carry out the duties of your employment.
- Due to the nature of the role, there may be a requirement to carry out some work out of office hours. This work is to be arranged in accordance with procedures.
- Take due and reasonable care of oneself and others in respect of Health & Safety at Work
- Act in accordance with the principles of Compassion in World Farming’s Ethical Policy
- In all work activities, comply with data protection legislation and Compassion in World Farming’s requirements for the protection of personal information and the privacy of individuals.
- Provide formal and informal training at the request of your line manager, senior manager, or a director, on your areas of expertise, to other members of staff, work experience students, trustees etc.
- Actively support the promotion and delivery and embedding of equality, inclusion, and diversity.
- The job description is not exhaustive, and you may be asked to carry out additional tasks which are appropriate to your job role, as required by your line manager.
About you:
To succeed in this role, you will need to exhibit the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct, as the successful candidate you will have relevant qualifications and previous fundraising experience, including closing six-figure gifts. You will be adept at fostering relationships, securing high-level philanthropic contributions, and help to propel the growth of our US philanthropy programme in support of our global mission. You will possess a well-defined strategic acumen and be adept at articulating and delivering a compelling vision, that will help to steer our philanthropy programme towards success.
You will need to have proven experience with mentoring and leading high-performing team members. You’ll have previous experience of budgetary management and be well-versed in IT applications, such as Microsoft Office and fundraising databases, experience of working for an international non-profit, and/or in the animal welfare / environmental space would be an advantage. Your unwavering dedication and passion drive you to make a tangible difference in the world. Together, let us realise our mission to create a more compassionate world for all.
Applications:
Closing date for applications: April 1, 2024
1st Stage Interview: April 8 and 10, 2024
2nd Stage Interview: April 17 and 19, 2024
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