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Fundraising Communications Officer
Are you a highly competent and collaborative storyteller?
We are open to candidates qualified by experience, so if you have the skills we are looking for then apply today!
Position: Donor/Fundraising Communications Officer
Salary: Circa £33,000 to £38,500 per year, depending on experience
Location: Remote/UK-based, (we are also open to applicants from the United States or the Netherlands)
Hours: Full-time
Contract: 9-month fixed term contract, maternity cover
Closing date: 21st August 2026
About the role
The Development Team is responsible for generating income to support the organisation. They raise income from philanthropists, corporates, trusts and foundations, individuals and community fundraisers, building strategic partnerships that deliver long-term, sustainable funding and deepen engagement.
The Donor Communications Officer sits within the Development team and reports into the Head of Philanthropy and will work closely also with the President and COO, supporting them in their communications with donors. You will also work closely with the Communications Team.
You will create and coordinate compelling content for donors, this ranges from reports to presentations, emails and proposals, and collateral for events.
The scope is global, covering both philanthropy and a select group of key institutional donors.
Key responsibilities include:
- Writing and Content Creation
- Donor Communications
- Proposal Development
- Event Communications
About you
We are open to candidates qualified by experience, willingness to learn and ability to learn quickly are considered more important than formal qualifications.
Personal attributes we are looking for:
- An outstanding communicator.
- A highly structured, organised, and hands-on self-starter.
- A supportive and committed colleague.
- A team worker.
- Somone who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
- Highly detail-oriented.
- Someone who is punctual and meets deadlines.
- Willing to learn.
- Creative.
You will need:
- Proven ability to tell stories and produce (written) content of the highest quality.
- Evidence of experience in donor reporting.
- Comfortable working from home for most of the time.
- Knowledge of CRM systems.
- Willingness and ability to be in London frequently, and to travel to the US as needed.
Whilst there is a strong preference for the post holder to be UK-based, we are open to applicants from the United States or the Netherlands. This role is based full-time working from home, therefore you must have access to an appropriate workspace and full right to work in your country of residence.
To apply, please submit a current CV alongside a covering letter outlining how you fit the person profile, including your relevant experience in donor communications.
Please combine your CV and covering letter into one PDF document. Applications may close early if a high volume is received.
About the organisation
The organisation is an international charity that works with artisan communities to protect and revitalise cultural heritage. Its programmes support traditional crafts, restore historic buildings and improve access to healthcare and education for artisans and their families.
Other roles you may have experience of could include Fundraising, Fundraiser, Fundraising Officer, Fundraising Communications, Campaigning.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, NFP People.
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The Communications and Research Officer is a new post designed to help bridge the gap between the research and campaigning work of Drone Wars UK and our supporters and the general public. The role is split 50/50 between communications and research. The communications element combines social media activity, website content creation and email communications, helping to ensure our messages are communicated clearly, consistently and creatively across a range of channels. The research element consists of undertaking a number of short-term specific research projects alongside participation in on-going longer-term research work.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys creating engaging content as well as undertaking in-depth investigations that contribute to positive social change. In addition, the person appointed will take an active role in the forthcoming strategic review shaping the organisation’s work over the next few years.
Job Description
Communications
- To be responsible for Drone Wars UK’s website, managing regular content updates and improving the content, layout and structure.
- To schedule social media content and manage social media accounts to increase engagement and reach.
- To use appropriate design tools in the creation of content for website and all digital and public facing channels.
- To undertake email campaigns in conjunction with the staff team to promote our work and increase participation in events.
- To participate in engagement with legacy and new media alongside other members of the staff team in order to promote the work and campaign aims of Drone Wars UK.
- To undertake appropriate speaking engagements on behalf of DWUK.
Research
- To undertake specific pieces of research into the use of armed drones, autonomous weapons and the militarisation of space as agreed with the Director.
- To write and produce accessible reports, articles and briefings based on the research undertaken.
- To write appropriate copy for the website.
- To contribute to on-going research work by keeping abreast of new and emerging military technologies.
- To contribute to maintaining the Drone Wars UK internal information database
General
- To work collaboratively with the staff team to set priorities and to develop existing and future research projects and campaigns.
- To network with other communicators, researchers and campaigners working on these issues in relevant organisations.
- To undertake tasks as directed by the Director to ensure the smooth running of the organisation.
- To participate in campaign activity to limit the harms caused by armed drones, autonomous weapons and the militarisation of space.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
- A degree, preferably to Master’s level, or equivalent experience in a subject area relevant to the post (Essential).
- Three years experience of engaging in research work, preferably in the peace and security/human rights sector or similar field (Essential).
- Commitment to the aims and objectives of Drone Wars UK (Essential)
- Demonstrable ability to write and express thoughts and positions clearly, succinctly and accurately in English in a variety of formats, including major reports (Essential).
- Hands-on experience of managing websites (WordPress) and utilising social media, email marketing platforms, and varied digital tools to drive engagement (Essential).
Skills and Attributes
- Understanding of the on-going legal and ethical debate around the use of armed drones, autonomous weapons and/or militarisation of space (Essential).
- Ability to manage workloads and professional duties without day-to-day managerial oversight (Essential)
- The right to work in the UK (Essential)
- Understanding of and commitment to equal opportunities (Essential).
- Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team (Essential).
- Experience in engaging with legacy and new media to promote campaign objectives (Desirable).
- Familiarity with national and international security issues and institutions (Desirable).
- Willingness to learn new skills and work co-operatively with others to build strong campaigns (Desirable).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.