Reference: 99478
Date Added: 15 June 2026
Closing Date: 21 June 2026
Job Title: Senior Fundraising Officer
Working For: The Economist Educational Foundation
Location: London
Salary: £35,478
Length of Contract: Fixed-term contract (13 months)
Job Details
We are looking for a proactive and highly organised Senior Fundraising Officer to join our team on a 13-month fixed-term contract. This role is perfect for a compelling communicator and detail-oriented relationship coordinator who can deliver exceptional donor care.
You will take ownership of day-to-day partnership coordination, craft sharp and well-researched funding pitches, and manage high-net-worth event logistics. You will sit within a small, ambitious fundraising team, working closely alongside our Director of Fundraising and Senior Fundraising Lead to help us scale our impact.
Reports to: Director of Fundraising and Partnerships
Hours: Full time with flexible hours. Core hours are 10am to 4pm
Location: Hybrid. London (Embankment) one day per week and remote working
Salary: £35,478 p.a.
Contract length: 13 months (starting mid-July 2026)
Closing Date: 21 June 2026
Interview/Start Dates
Contract length: 13 months, starting in mid-July 2026.
Closing date: 23:59 on June 21st.
Application Details
https://economistfoundation.org/news/vacancies/were-hiring-a-senior-fundraising-officer/
To apply
• Send a CV and a short cover letter to The Economist Educational Foundation foundationteam@economist.com using the subject line: “Application – Senior Fundraising Officer”
• Complete and return our equality and diversity monitoring form
Website: http://economistfoundation.org/