Concern Worldwide has announced an opportunity for an experienced fundraising executive to join its senior leadership team as Director of Development and Fundraising. Based in Ireland, the strategic leadership role offers an experienced professional the opportunity to shape the organisation’s fundraising vision, strengthen donor engagement, and support humanitarian programmes that address extreme poverty across the globe.

The position is ideal for senior fundraising leaders with extensive experience in income generation, donor relations, philanthropy, and organisational leadership. Applications are open until 20 August 2026.

About Concern Worldwide

Founded in 1968, Concern Worldwide is an international humanitarian and development organisation committed to ending extreme poverty and reducing suffering in some of the world’s most vulnerable communities.

The organisation works in countries affected by conflict, climate change, food insecurity, and humanitarian emergencies, delivering programmes that improve livelihoods, strengthen resilience, and save lives.

Concern Worldwide operates with a mission of reaching those furthest behind first while fostering a workplace built on collaboration, inclusion, integrity, and accountability.

About the Director of Development and Fundraising Role

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Director of Development and Fundraising will serve as a member of Concern Worldwide’s Senior Management Team and play a central role in shaping the organisation’s fundraising strategy.

The successful candidate will lead fundraising operations across Ireland while contributing to the development of a coordinated global fundraising strategy alongside teams in the United Kingdom, the United States, and South Korea.

The role combines strategic leadership, income generation, stakeholder engagement, and organisational governance to ensure sustainable funding that supports Concern Worldwide’s humanitarian mission.

Key Responsibilities

The Director of Development and Fundraising will be responsible for:

• Leading the organisation’s fundraising strategy across Ireland.

• Contributing to the development of a global fundraising strategy.

• Driving sustainable income growth through diverse fundraising channels.

• Providing leadership to multidisciplinary fundraising teams.

• Expanding public fundraising initiatives.

• Strengthening corporate partnerships and strategic collaborations.

• Growing philanthropic and major donor programmes.

• Enhancing supporter engagement and donor stewardship.

• Strengthening Concern Worldwide’s public profile and brand positioning.

• Ensuring fundraising activities comply with governance requirements and regulatory standards.

• Supporting organisational strategic planning and corporate decision-making.

• Managing organisational risk related to fundraising activities.

• Building relationships with donors, partners, peer organisations, and international stakeholders.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Concern Worldwide is seeking an accomplished fundraising leader with a strong track record of delivering organisational growth through innovative fundraising strategies.

The successful applicant should demonstrate:

• Extensive senior leadership experience in fundraising.

• Proven ability to generate significant income growth.

• Experience leading integrated fundraising and marketing strategies.

• Expertise in major donor development and stewardship.

• Experience managing high-performing multidisciplinary teams.

• Strong stakeholder engagement and partnership-building skills.

• Strategic thinking and commercial awareness.

• Excellent leadership and communication abilities.

• Commitment to humanitarian values and social impact.

Candidates with experience working in large, complex organisations or the non-profit sector will be particularly well suited to the role.

Why Join Concern Worldwide?

The Director of Development and Fundraising will play a significant role in helping Concern Worldwide expand its impact in countries experiencing poverty, humanitarian emergencies, conflict, and climate-related crises.

The position offers an opportunity to:

• Influence global fundraising strategy.

• Lead innovative income-generation initiatives.

• Work with international leadership teams.

• Strengthen donor and partner relationships.

• Support programmes that improve millions of lives worldwide.

• Contribute to long-term organisational sustainability.

As a member of the Senior Management Team, the successful candidate will help shape the future direction of one of the world’s leading humanitarian organisations.

Application Process

Concern Worldwide has appointed Principal Connections to manage the executive recruitment process.

Interested candidates should submit:

• A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).

Applications should be addressed to Eilish Devine, Partner, through Principal Connections before the application deadline.

Applicants are advised that Concern Worldwide does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Those seeking additional information about the recruitment process may contact Principal Connections for a confidential discussion before applying.

Application Deadline

Applications must be submitted by 20 August 2026, with the closing time set for 12:00 noon.

Experienced fundraising professionals who are passionate about humanitarian action, international development, and ending extreme poverty are encouraged to apply for this senior leadership opportunity.

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Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the organization offering this opportunity. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications & CVs to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.

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