Compassion in World Farming International is a global movement transforming the future of food and farming. We are looking for a Global Senior Mid-Level Giving Manager to lead and grow our Circle of Compassion programme, strengthening meaningful donor relationships and helping drive income growth across our global fundraising markets.
Global Senior Mid-Level Giving Manager
Role type: Full time; Permanent
Location: Godalming, Surrey, UK (hybrid working pattern 2x days per week in the office). The office is located close to Godalming station, with direct trains from/to London Waterloo in approximately 45 minutes.
Salary: £47,000 - £50,000 per annum (depending upon skills and experience)
About the role
As our Global Senior Mid-Level Giving Manager, you’ll lead the growth and development of Compassion’s global mid-level giving programme, the Circle of Compassion (annual donations over £/$/€1,000). This is a vital role, responsible for driving the strategic direction of the programme, growing income, and strengthening donor engagement and retention.
As our Global Senior Mid-Level Giving Manager, you’ll be responsible for (but not limited to):
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Leading the Circle of Compassion programme globally- Driving strategic development, ambitious incomegrowthand expansion into priority markets.
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Delivering exceptional donor stewardship- Building strong, meaningful relationships with Circle members and supporting long-term engagement and increased giving.
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Developing donor acquisition and pipeline growth-Identifyingnew prospects, growing the donorpipelineand working closely with colleagues across Global Philanthropy, Individual Giving,Digitaland CRM.
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Using insight to inform decisions- Monitoring performance, reporting accurately through Salesforce and optimising donor journeys to support income growth.
About you
To succeed in this role, you’ll need to bring proven experience in mid-level, major donor or high-value fundraising, with the ability to lead or scale a fundraising programme and deliver clear income growth.
You’ll be a confident relationship-builder, who is able to create compelling donor communications, develop strong stewardship plans, and work collaboratively across an international fundraising team.
Skills and experience you’ll need to bring as our Global Senior Mid-Level Giving Manager:
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Proven experience in mid-level, majordonoror high-value fundraising.
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Experience leading or scaling a fundraising programme, with clear income growth.
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Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to create compelling narratives for diverse donor groups.
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Confidence using CRM systems, ideally Salesforce or equivalent, alongside data and insight to inform decisions and drive income growth.
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Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with donors,colleaguesand external stakeholders.
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A proactive,positiveand adaptable approach, with excellent organisation and prioritisation skills.
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A deep passion for Compassion in World Farming’s mission and the ability to communicate this enthusiasm to inspire others.
If you don’t meet every requirement but believe you could thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply.
Why join us
This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and grow a global giving programme, that connects passionate supporters with Compassion’s mission, helping to create lasting change,
We offer a supportive, flexible workplace with a strong focus on wellbeing and development, including:
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25 days annual leave + bank holidays
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Health Cash Back Plan and 24/7 GP access
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Employee Assistance Programme and MHFA support
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Premium Calm App subscription
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Electric car schemeavailable
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Defined contribution pension scheme
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Enhanced discretionary sick pay
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Hybrid working model (role and location dependent)
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Free onsite parking and office next to mainline station
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Cycle Benefit scheme and other savings options
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Ongoing learning and development opportunities
How to apply and key dates
If you’re ready to make a global impact, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining how you meet the Person Specification. To support a fair and unbiased recruitment process, we kindly ask that you do not include a photo in your CV.
Please note that we may begin interviews on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.
Closing date: Ongoing
1st Stage (Teams) Interview
2nd Stage (Face to Face at HQ) Interview, with task
“Join us in building a more compassionate future for animals, people, and the planet.”
As part of Stage 1 interviews, shortlisted candidates may, for some roles, receive pre‑shared, values‑based interview questions to support a positive candidate experience. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, we’re always happy to support candidates.
About Compassion
Compassion in World Farming International is a leading global organisation working to end factory farming. Founded in 1967 by British farmer Peter Roberts, we’ve spent over 50 years driving change, successfully campaigning to ban cruel practices such as barren battery cages, veal crates, and sow stalls across the UK and Europe.
Our work combines advocacy, campaigning, and collaboration with policymakers and businesses to promote animal welfare and sustainable food systems. We envision a future where animals are treated with compassion, and farming supports both people and the planet. To learn more about our mission, culture, and opportunities, please explore our Candidate Pack, and Careers Page.
To comply with legal requirements in the UK and internationally, all applicants must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the country where the role is based. Compassion in World Farming is absolutely committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We value diversity and live experience and acknowledge the underrepresentation of people from certain backgrounds, both within our organisation and across the sector. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, whether these be of ethnicity, gender, identity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation or other.
