US Senior Foundations Manager

Location: Remote in the US (Preference for the Northeast) 

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time  

Department: Global Fundraising Team 

Salary: $85,000-$90,000 (Dependant on skills and experience)  

Are you looking to drive change in animal welfare and food systems? Join us as our new US Senior Foundations Manager! 

We’re seeking a strategic and motivated individual to join our Global Fundraising Team. In this key role, you’ll lead foundation fundraising efforts in the US, cultivating and managing relationships with major foundations and building lasting philanthropic partnerships. 

About Us:  

Compassion in World Farming was founded in 1967 by a British farmer horrified by the development of intensive factory farming. Compassion has since become one of the leading farmed animal welfare advocates. In 2012, we established Compassion in World Farming, Inc. to focus on making positive change for farmed animals in the US, the epicentre of modern industrial agriculture.  

Our global approach involves campaigning, advocacy and engagement with policymakers at national, intergovernmental, and corporate levels, building a movement of individuals concerned about animal welfare and the health and sustainability of our food. We are driven by a passion for animal welfare and food system change, believing in a future where animals are treated with compassion and respect, and where sustainable farming practices prevail for a healthy planet.   

Our international headquarters are in Godalming (UK), with team members in 14 countries including the US, Italy, France, Poland, the Netherlands, Spain, Czechia, China, and a specialist policy office in Brussels. This role is part of the Global Fundraising Directorate of over 50 staff, consisting of Philanthropy, Individual Giving, Legacies, Digital, CRM and Brand teams, based internationally, primarily in the UK (HQ) and our six other fundraising markets in the USA and Europe.

About the Role:  

You will lead foundation fundraising efforts, cultivating and securing gifts of $10,000+ from foundations, while managing relationships and expanding the donor base. You'll create strategic proposals, reports, and touchpoints to engage and inform partners. Success will depend on effectively summarizing global programme information, maintaining accurate donor records, and tracking progress in Salesforce. Reporting to the US Director of Philanthropy, you'll work with a supportive team of three in the US, and a broader team of 12 in the UK and Europe. 

Requirements

About You:

To succeed in this role, you'll need a strong track record in securing and managing six-figure foundation grants, creativity in crafting proposals, and proficiency in Salesforce or similar CRM. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail will help you manage complex information and produce high-quality communications. 

Thriving in this role will also depend on your ability to secure gifts from new, as yet unidentified prospects and maximizing the support of our Global Senior Prospect Research Manager. A strong entrepreneurial drive and self-motivation are crucial, as the role requires a proactive approach to identifying and cultivating new funding opportunities. Your passion for animal welfare and environmental issues will fuel your success.  

Why You Should Apply:  

This is a rare opportunity to drive meaningful change in animal welfare. As our US Senior Foundations Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in securing and nurturing crucial foundation support. Your work will directly contribute to Compassion’s global mission to end factory farming.  

If you are passionate about animal welfare and have the skills and experience to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter, outlining how you meet the Person Specification detailed in the job description. Please note that we reserve the right to commence interviews on a rolling programme. 

Benefits

Compassion in World Farming provides one of the strongest benefits packages in the animal protection movement. Join us on a collective mission to shape a compassionate future for farmed animals worldwide, while experiencing a workplace that truly cares for you, click on the link, to take a look at an overview of our Benefits Package.  

Compassion in World Farming is an equal opportunity employer, and supports the facilitation of diversity, representation, and inclusivity within the animal protection movement. Compassion does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring, and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients. Applications from members of underrepresented groups are encouraged.