International Fundraising Officer

Friends of the Earth International is looking for an:

International Fundraising Officer

Amsterdam-based or Remote

0.8 FTE (30 hours per week)

Friends of the Earth International (FoEI) is the world’s largest grassroots environmental federation with more than 70 autonomous member groups around the world. FoEI aims to ensure that the struggles and experiences of local communities – especially those most affected by unsustainable development – are brought to bear on policies and practices at national and international levels. We focus on climate justice and energy, forests and biodiversity, food sovereignty, economic justice, gender justice and environmental human rights defenders. Our vision is of a peaceful and sustainable world based on societies living in harmony with nature.

FoEI’s decentralised and democratic structure allows all member groups to participate in decision-making. We are governed by our member groups who come together every two years to vote on issues facing the federation. A small International Secretariat (IS) in Amsterdam and a team of global staff support the member groups, campaigns, programs, and other activities of the federation through fundraising, campaign coordination, trainings, communications, and information management. 

FoEI is seeking an International Fundraising Officer (80% FTE – 30 hours per week) to join our small fundraising team. The fundraising team is part of the International Secretariat and works collaboratively with staff and member groups across the globe to raise over €2.5 million annually. This position reports to FoEI's International Fundraising Coordinator (based in Amsterdam) and can be based in any country where FoEI has a member group, including at the International Secretariat office in Amsterdam.

FoEI’s fundraising approach aligns with its mission and values, which means that FoEI does not accept donations from corporations. In 2026, FoEI’s funding will come primarily from private foundations, the EU, and membership fees. Within the context of a challenging funding landscape, particularly cuts to development aid budgets, over the coming years our aim is to continue diversifying funding streams and substantially increase support from private foundations and other donors. This will provide long-term stability for the federation and enable its programs and regions to rise to the challenge posed by the multiple systemic crises we face.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

As part of the fundraising team, the International Fundraising Officer will implement a comprehensive and strategic fundraising plan aligned with FoEI's mission and vision, in collaboration with the International Coordinator, other secretariat staff, Executive Committee (board), International Program Coordinators and Regional Facilitators. Key responsibilities include:

·       Prospect research:

•         Research, identify and monitor prospective funding opportunities and keep donor records up-to-date.

•         Regular sharing of funding opportunities with member groups.

·       Fundraising materials, grant proposals and reports:

•         Position FoEI to anticipate and respond to prospective funding opportunities

•         Lead in the development of fundraising materials, including case studies, concept notes, proposals and reports – collaboratively with FoEI teams, member groups, regional structures, and allies.

•         Work with proposal teams to craft strong results frameworks and/or impact narratives and indicators to enable high quality and efficient reporting across projects.

·       Donor Relationship Management

•         Develop bespoke cultivation plans for key donors.

•         Cultivate and deepen donor relationships through regular communication and networking.

•         Plan and deliver pitches to new and prospective donors. As necessary, support FoEI staff and representatives in engagement with funders including attendance at meetings and events.

·       Other tasks

•         Provide input on fundraising related external communication such as the website, social media and publications.

•         Other related tasks as needed and in coordination with the Fundraising Coordinator.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

•           At least 3-5 years of proven experience working across the full life cycle of fundraising from prospecting, proposal development, donor relationship management, grant management and reporting.

•           Proven track record successfully raising six-figure+ grants from philanthropic foundations and donors, particularly in the US, UK and Europe.  

•           Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly the ability to process large amounts of information quickly and succinctly.

•           Ability to work within and navigate a complex and decentralised environment with different cultures, languages and skill-sets.

•           Ability to work with and support numerous projects and teams concurrently, working both independently and as part of globally distributed teams.

•           Experience working on environmental and social justice issues and a strong affinity with FoEI's vision, mission, and values.

•           English fluency, both spoken and written; working knowledge of Spanish or French would be a plus.

DESIRED

•           Direct experience participating in coalition-based proposal development and collaborative fundraising processes with NGO networks and social movements.

•           Experience in fundraising from the EU/countries that provide development aid.

•           Experience in developing and supporting implementation of PMEL systems, in particular supporting teams to build theories of change, results frameworks, and compelling objectives, indicators, and outcomes for proposed projects.

WHAT FoEI OFFERS

We offer an opportunity to contribute to a better world and work for an inspiring international and culturally diverse network. Salaries are competitive with comparable nonprofit positions and based on experience and qualifications. Salary and benefits packages vary by location and are aligned with the compensation scale and policies of the host FoE group in which the position will be based, adjusted for the percentage of time worked. As a reference for a Netherlands-based position, the salary range at 100% (37.5 hours per week) will be between € 4720 and € 5158 monthly and requires compulsory participation in a collective pension arrangement.

An initial 1-year contract will be offered, to be renewed upon a positive performance evaluation.

FoEI is an equal opportunities employer. Diversity and inclusion are important values for FoEI. We aim to have a FoEI team that reflects the diverse composition of our federation. We strongly encourage applications from people currently under-represented in the environmental justice movement, in particular candidates from the Global South.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please share:

•         your CV,

•         a motivation letter (maximum one-page) that summarises how your profile aligns with the key requirements, skills and abilities of this role. Please also specify from which country you would work, and

•         a short (2-5 page) writing sample from a funding proposal you have drafted (sensitive data may be redacted).

Note: Applicants must be eligible for employment in their proposed country of location.

Application materials should be submitted by email no later than 12 October 2025 with the subject “International Fundraising Officer” to: Laura Wu, International Fundraising Coordinator,by using the link provided.

First round interviews will take place on 23 or 24 October 2025.

Second round interviews will take place on 30 October 2025.

There will be an assignment as part of the interview process, in addition to reference checks for the preferred candidate.

Please note that in compliance with GDPR, we will keep your application in our protected files for a maximum of four weeks after the successful closure of this vacancy.