​Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) provides life-saving emergency relief and longer-term medical care to some of the most vulnerable and excluded communities around the world. As an independent medical humanitarian organisation, we deliver care based only on need, regardless of ethnic origin, gender, religion or political affiliation. The majority of our income comes from individuals and private organisations, which gives us a rare freedom to respond where needs are greatest and to speak out publicly, free from any political interference.

MSF UK is part of an international movement of independent entities, commonly referred to as MSF, which are bound by their shared name and identity and shared commitment to the MSF Charter and its principles. MSF UK provides support for MSF’s medical humanitarian programmes. We provide specialist medical expertise, work to increase awareness of MSF’s actions, advocate for change on medical humanitarian issues, recruit internationally mobile staff and crucially, build relationships with our supporters and raise funds for our humanitarian programmes. The UK Fundraising Department is around 35-40 staff covering Philanthropy, Individual Giving and Fundraising Operations and raises significant private income for MSF’s international projects with a small percentage spent in the UK to cover essential running costs.

We want to appoint an outstanding Director of Fundraising to build on our impressive track record and set new ambitious goals. While the fundamentals of independence and a needs-driven approach are as important as ever, our recently adopted global fundraising strategic framework opens up exciting new possibilities for innovation and diversification. Working closely with senior colleagues including our Executive Director and Director of Finance, you’ll understand how to balance those twin elements – maintaining a dedicated focus on the wonderful private individuals and organisations who support our unchanged commitment to global solidarity and trust us to use their gifts wisely, as well as leading us to engage with new audiences who present different patterns of giving. You’ll ensure we remain an exemplar of effective fundraising practice, stewardship and integrity.

Candidates will bring an exceptional professional track record and aptitude for people leadership, underpinned by a personal commitment to the work we do and to our philosophy of humanitarian action. Knowledgeable but always curious, experienced but never hidebound, you’ll have a distinctive energy, creativity, and optimism. Your toolkit of technical skills – analysis, data, communications, influence – must be comprehensive, and strong candidates will additionally bring an in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and regulation, including data protection and taxation.

Please visit for www.join-msf.co.uk more information. If you have questions which are not answered by the microsite, please email msf-fundraising@cadencepartners.co.uk.

Closing date: midnight, 4 August 2024.