Director of Fundraising and Partnerships

A senior leadership opportunity to drive growth, build influence and secure the resources needed to tackle poverty and homelessness through access to safe, decent housing in the UK and around the world.

Location: Home-based with frequent travel to internal and external events, networking and other meetings in London and occasionally across the UK. Occasional international travel will also be required. All staff meetings are held in our ReStore, Romford.

The Director of Fundraising Partnerships is accountable for leading the vision, strategy and performance of Habitat GB's fundraising, partnerships, engagement and resource mobilisation activity. This role combines senior-level engagement and income generation leadership with organisational and strategic responsibility. The postholder will design and deliver ambitious, sustainable income and partnership strategies; strengthen Habitat GB's profile and positioning; and lead a high-performing, values-led team.

As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Director of Fundraising Partnerships plays a key role in organisational leadership, transformation, and long-term sustainability, working collaboratively across Habitat GB, the international Habitat network and with a wide range of external partners. This role has 4 direct reports, and an overall team of 10.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

• Strategic Fundraising, Partnerships Engagement: Design, deliver and adapt an integrated multi-year fundraising and partnerships strategy, setting ambitious and achievable targets that increase income, engagement and impact. Lead the organisation's approach to partnerships, philanthropy, fundraising and resource mobilisation across all non-institutional income streams, including trusts and foundations (UK and international), corporate partnerships and strategic alliances, high-net-worth individuals and philanthropic supporters, and blended funding.
• Income Management, Forecasting Performance: Hold accountability for all non-institutional fundraising income targets and performance against agreed budgets, with responsibility for year-on-year growth and diversification of income streams. Set clear quality standards, KPIs and expectations to promote accountability, ownership and high performance within the team.
• Senior Partnerships, Stewardship External Profile: Lead and model relationship-based development with priority prospects, partners and influencers. Act as senior relationship lead for key high value corporate partners, donors and funders, ensuring excellent stewardship and long-term engagement.
• Leadership Management of the Fundraising Partnerships Team: Lead, inspire and develop a high performing, ambitious team focused on fundraising, partnerships, communications and brand marketing. Provide clear direction, prioritisation and performance management through regular 1-to-1s, objective setting, feedback and development.
• Organisational Executive Leadership: Act as a collaborative senior leader, supporting the National Director in delivering HFHGB's strategy and vision. Actively shape and influence organisational strategy, ensuring income generation and partnerships are fully integrated into strategic planning and decision making.

We are looking for someone with:

• Substantial senior level experience in fundraising, development and partnership leadership.
• Proven track record of designing and delivering ambitious income strategies.
• Expert knowledge of fundraising best practice, partnership development and donor stewardship.
• Significant experience of leading and developing high performing teams.
• Strong financial acumen, including budget ownership, income forecasting and performance management.
• Excellent interpersonal, influencing and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse senior stakeholders.
• Strong alignment with Habitat GB's mission, values and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Flexibility: Habitat GB is seeking to rapidly expand its activities and impact to fight poverty across the world. This requires adaptability and an ambitious, dynamic and flexible team. The post holder is expected to be flexible in terms of location (within reason), line management, and duties and responsibilities.

Application Process: We want our recruitment process to give you an opportunity to shine, to share your skills and experience as clearly as possible, and for you to find out more about Habitat for Humanity GB in return. To apply for the role please send us your CV and a supporting statement (max two sides of A4) telling us about the skills and experience you would bring to the role and your motivation for applying. Deadline for applications is Monday 25th May 2026 (at 11:59 pm). We plan for first stage interviews to take place w/b 1st June 2026. Interviews may be held online, or in person in London (please note that we do not reimburse any expenses incurred during interviews).