Interim Director of Fundraising

Harris Hill is seeking an interim Director of Fundraising for around 10 weeks, working 3 days per week, with one in the office, based in London. The role can either be paid via the agency on a day rate of £257.69 (£67k), on contract via the charity, or potential consultancy day rate where you charge the client direct. About the Role: As Interim Director of Fundraising, you will provide strategic direction and hands-on leadership across all fundraising activities, ensuring income targets are met and future growth is supported. You will oversee major gifts, corporate partnerships, grants, and individual giving, using data-driven insight to optimise performance. Operating on a hybrid basis, you will maintain continuity, enhance donor relationships, and prepare the function for a smooth handover to the incoming permanent Director. Key Responsibilities: Lead the development and implementation of a short-term strategic fundraising plan to maintain and grow income during the interim period. Oversee major gifts and philanthropy programmes, including managing key donor relationships and supporting high-value cultivation and stewardship. Direct corporate fundraising activity, including pipeline management, proposal development, and relationship building with corporate partners. Provide line management and leadership to the fundraising team, setting clear priorities, offering guidance, and ensuring accountability for targets. Review and optimise fundraising data, reporting, and ..... full job details .....