Head of Partnerships Funding

Head of Partnerships Funding

We are looking for a Head of Partnerships and Funding to lead the organisation's partnership and fundraising activities.

Based in London with hybrid working, this role is central to building and strengthening relationships with member companies, donors, and strategic partners committed to addressing the persistent social and environmental challenges facing global tea supply chains.

Position: Head of Partnerships & Funding

Location: Hybrid/London (E2) - 3 days a week in office

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Contract: Fixed term, 13-month maternity cover

Salary: £50,000

Benefits: 8% employer pension contribution, life insurance and an employee assistance programme.

Closing Date: 30th November. Early applications are encouraged as we may close the role before the deadline if a suitable candidate is found.

About the Role

You will be responsible for maintaining and advancing fundraising and partnership objectives, managing a portfolio of institutional, philanthropic, and private-sector relationships, and supporting the development of new funding opportunities. You will oversee donor engagement, proposal development, contract negotiation, reporting, and partnership management, ensuring that the organisation continues to secure the resources and collaborations required to deliver impactful programmes across tea-producing regions.

Responsibilities include:

• Drive fundraising and partnership portfolio, cultivating relationships and securing funding.Develop high-quality proposals, concept notes, donor reports, and partnership communications in collaboration with programme, finance, and communications colleagues.
• Build, manage, and strengthen strategic relationships with funders, member companies, NGOs, government agencies, and other key stakeholders.
• Identify and pursue new funding and partnership opportunities.
• Oversee donor stewardship, grant compliance, and the timely delivery of high-quality narrative and financial reporting.
• Work closely with the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Lead to communicate programme results, impact, and learning to donors and partners.
• Collaborate with the Finance team to oversee fundraising budgets, grant management processes, and financial controls.
• Support organisational visibility by working with the Communications team to showcase partnership achievements and programme impact.
• Contribute to organisational strategy, innovation, and leadership as a member of the Leadership Team.

About You

You will have significant experience in partnership development and institutional fundraising, together with a strong understanding of innovative financing approaches, impact driven funding mechanisms, and donor compliance.

We are looking for someone with:

• Success securing funding, negotiating agreements and managing stakeholder partnerships across public, private and philanthropic sectors.
• Experience in agricultural supply chains, sustainability partnerships and senior leadership.
• Knowledge of ESG, responsible sourcing, human rights, environmental due diligence, Rainforest Alliance and Fairtrade standards.
• Strong international development and donor funding knowledge, with established corporate, philanthropic and sector networks.
• Experience managing multi-stakeholder partnerships, donor compliance and complex funding agreements internationally and across cultures.
• Willingness to travel internationally and represent ETP externally.

If you are excited by this role and feel you have relevant experience, we encourage you to apply. ETP is an equal opportunities employer.

About the Organisation

Join a membership organisation that collaborates with members and third-party grantors to implement impactful, long-term programs in tea-producing countries, improving the lives of farmers, workers, and communities. ETP is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People.