Major Gifts Coordinator

• Do you want to do work that really matters? Help us end avoidable blindness.
• Part-time, 6 month fixed-term contract Role based in London (Flexible work from home arrangements available).
• Closing Date: Thursday, 18th September 2025.

ABOUT THE FRED HOLLOWS FOUNDATION

The Fred Hollows Foundation is an international development organisation working to prevent blindness and restore sight. We continue to carry on the legacy of Professor Fred Hollows, who believed every person had the right to quality eye care, no matter where they live. The Foundation is known around the world as an organisation that works with purpose and determination. With a reputation for excellence, we are well known for making change happen.

The Foundation has grown to work in more than 25+ countries throughout Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and the Pacific, as well as Australia. The Foundation has restored sight to more than 3 million people worldwide. We have an ambitious five-year strategic plan that aims to take us even closer to realising our vision of a world in which no person is needlessly blind, or vision impaired and Indigenous Australians exercise their right to sight and good health. To find out more about our work, please visit our website https://www.hollows.org

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Major Gifts Coordinator is accountable for providing strategic coordination and operational delivery support to the Major Gifts and Partnerships team. This role exists to ensure effective planning, organization, and execution of fundraising activities, donor engagement, and internal processes that drive income growth and relationship management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Meeting and event coordination – Schedule, plan, and deliver internal and external meetings, visitor itineraries, and events logistics (venues, RSVPs, travel, catering, guest lists).
2. Data and follow-up management – Enter and maintain accurate CRM records, track donor actions and follow-ups, and support reporting to ensure timely stewardship and accountability.
3. Briefing and materials preparation – Prepare and format meeting briefs, bios, agendas, proposals, reports, and country/project background materials to support donor engagement.
4. Administrative support – Manage team administration including expenses, budget updates, registrations for events/conferences, and maintaining the strategy tracker.
5. Research and insight gathering – Support and coordinate prospect research, network mapping, and information gathering across different channels.
6. Team and governance support – Draft internal updates, support board meeting preparation, and assist with team check-ins and strategy monitoring processes.
7. Collaboration and culture – Work with colleagues across the team to share information, support projects, and help build a collaborative and well-organised working environment.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• At least 3 years in administration, coordination, fundraising support, or related roles. Candidates with less formal experience but with demonstrated ability and potential will also be considered.
• Familiarity with working in an international or not-for-profit environment.
• Experience with coordinating meetings, events, donor visits, and logistics to support fundraising activities.
• Experience in preparing briefs, proposals, reports, and donor communications to a high standard.
• Managing CRM data, budgets, expenses, and follow-ups to ensure accuracy and accountability.
• Supporting research, board planning, and collaboration across teams to drive effective delivery.
• Understanding of data protection regulations (e.g. GDPR) and their application in donor management.
• Experience supporting donor stewardship activities and relationship management processes.
• Proactive self-starter with a focus on solutions and continuous improvement.
• Highly organised, reliable, and able to manage competing priorities with efficiency.
• Collaborative and team-oriented, fostering positive relationships across all levels.

How we recognise your contribution

Through our internal programs and employee benefits we aim to create an environment where you will feel supported and empowered. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or finding an environment which enables you to thrive while balancing family or personal commitments, we have a range of programs in place to support you.

To find out more about our benefits click here

APPLICATIONS

Please apply directly using the "Apply" button. Your application should include a CV and, preferably, a cover letter that outlines your interest in the role and addresses the key criteria listed in the “Key Responsibilities”, and “What you need to succeed” sections of the advertisement.

Applications Close: Thursday, 18th September 2025.

The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to ensuring our projects and activities are implemented in a safe and productive environment that prevents harm and avoids impacting the health and safety of all people, particularly children, vulnerable people and disadvantaged groups. Applicants are advised that The Foundation reserves the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment.

Please be advised:

1. Fred Hollows Foundation will never ask for a fee during any stage of the recruitment process.
2. All active roles are advertised directly on our website here.
3. Please note we will not be accepting CVs via agencies for this role.