Associate Director of Fundraising & Development

This is a rare opportunity to build something entirely new - and to shape the future of environmental science for generations to come. UKCEH is a world leading, independent environmental science institute with a 60 year legacy of extraordinary research and impact. With our ambitious strategy now in motion, we are embarking on a major shift: developing our first ever philanthropic and partnerships programme to unlock transformative investment in land, air and water. We are seeking a visionary, entrepreneurial fundraising leader to design, launch and grow this function from the ground up - and to spearhead a landmark £50m campaign supporting science that matters for people and the planet. Why this role matters Environmental science has never been more important. UKCEH's data, models and insight shape national and global understanding of biodiversity loss, water security, climate resilience and sustainable land use. Philanthropy, corporate partnership and crowdfunding will now play a defining role in extending that impact. Your main responsibilities will include: For the role of Associate Director of Fundraising & Development, we're looking for somebody who has:Experience shaping or building a fundraising programme and team - ideally from inception. We appreciate the continuous dedication and contributions of our staff, which is why we provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes financial incentives and wellbeing-oriented perks, such as:Flexible and hybrid working arrangements (role dependant) Dental insurance, gym/fitness discounts, retail discount portal Please apply by submitting your CV along with a covering letter that highlights any qualifications, skills or experience you believe are relevant to this role.At UKCEH, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, abilities, and circumstances. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from neurodivergent candidates and people with disabilities, and we're happy to provide adjustments or support at any stage of the recruitment process - just let us know. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement, we'd love to hear from you anyway. You may be just the right fit for this role or another within our wider team. Please note: Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role and this does not qualify for endorsement to support a Global Talent Visa application. If you are considering pursuing self-sponsorship, please indicate this in your application so we can take it into account during the recruitment process.