Head of Philanthropy & Foundations @Drive Major Giving and Global Environmental Impact| salary range (€64,900–€76,700)

WePlanet Job Summary

Job Title: Head of Philanthropy & Foundations
Location: Fully remote (UK/EU-based) with significant overlap with European working hours (CET/GMT)
Closing Date: Applications accepted until position is filled; early applications encouraged
Contract: Full-time, 2-year fixed-term

About WePlanet

WePlanet is a global movement of citizens and scientists dedicated to defending essential environmental science to save the planet.

Guided by ecomodernism, WePlanet believes in achieving human prosperity alongside planetary restoration through evidence-based solutions.

Our campaigns focus on clean energy, sustainable agriculture, biodiversity protection, and global development, working with scientists, policymakers, and citizens worldwide.

Since its inception in Europe, WePlanet has expanded into an international organization with chapters across Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia, and North America.

Role Overview

WePlanet is seeking a strategic and dynamic Head of Philanthropy & Foundations to lead and develop its major foundations and high-net-worth individual (HNWI) fundraising programs.

This senior role is designed to unlock the organization’s next growth phase by building a pipeline of philanthropic income capable of securing seven-figure commitments.

The role is fully remote, autonomous, and offers the opportunity to shape a new fundraising function within a fast-moving, ambitious organization.

Key Responsibilities

Major Foundations Pipeline

• Build and own a diversified portfolio of six- and seven-figure foundation prospects
• Lead cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of top-tier foundation relationships
• Write and oversee high-value proposals aligned with WePlanet’s strategic campaigns
• Collaborate with program leads to develop compelling fundable propositions

Major Donors and HNWI Engagement

• Design and execute a major donor program from prospecting to stewardship
• Create bespoke cultivation moments such as events and site visits
• Support senior leadership in maintaining relationships with high-value donors

Strategy Development

• Contribute to overall fundraising strategy in partnership with leadership
• Translate campaigns into compelling cases for support
• Monitor philanthropic landscape and emerging funder priorities
• Represent WePlanet at philanthropic networks and events

Pipeline Management & Team Building

• Manage and maintain the stewardship calendar for major relationships
• Coordinate pitch teams for substantial funding opportunities
• Take line management responsibility for the Grants Officer after initial three months
• Track pipeline conversion rates and adapt strategies as needed

Candidate Profile

Essential

• Minimum of five years’ experience in major gift, foundation, or institutional fundraising
• Proven track record of securing six- and seven-figure commitments from foundations and HNWI donors
• Experience building fundraising pipelines from scratch

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Strong proposal writing, strategic storytelling, and presentation skills
• Autonomous, confident, and able to work effectively in a remote setting
• Alignment with WePlanet’s ecomodernist values and advocacy for evidence-backed technologies

Desirable

• Experience working within small to mid-sized, entrepreneurial NGOs
• Existing relationships within environmental, climate, or effective altruism communities
• Cross-border fundraising experience in UK, Europe, or US
• Collaboration with programmatic teams on policy or advocacy efforts

What We Offer

• Competitive salary range (€64,900–€76,700 gross per year, adjusted by location)
• Fully remote work with flexible hours
• Two-year fixed-term contract

• Generous paid leave and holiday closure
• Annual professional development budget
• Opportunities for team retreats and global collaboration

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their CV and response to application questions.

Early applications are advised as the vacancy may close before the deadline once a suitable candidate is found.

WePlanet is committed to diversity and inclusion; accommodations are available upon request.

Join WePlanet and Lead the Future of Environmental Philanthropy

This senior role offers a unique chance to build a major philanthropy program within an innovative, fast-growing organization dedicated to pragmatic, science-based solutions for global environmental challenges.

If you have a passion for impactful fundraising and a vision to shape a sustainable future, WePlanet welcomes your application.