Head of Funding and Programme Development (Maternity Cover)

£58,863 gross per annum, Grade H (UK Pay structure)

Location
London, UK

This is a Temporary, Full Time vacancy that will close in a month at 23:59 BST.

The Vacancy

We are seeking a strategic and inspiring Head of Funding and Programme Development (one year maternity cover) with a proven ability to lead, motivate, and mobilise resources in a values‑driven environment. This role calls for a leader who is deeply committed to equitable partnerships with communities and organisations in conflict‑affected settings, guiding teams to raise resources effectively while advancing peace and justice outcomes. Grounded in a people‑centred vision of change, you will foster collaboration, champion locally-led approaches, and steer efforts toward resourcing sustainable, community‑driven, and collective visions of peace.

Job purpose

The Head of Funding and Programme Development will shape Saferworld’s income profile in alignment with our organisational strategy and change process. The post holder will lead the development and implementation of Saferworld’s funding strategy, ensuring it supports our strategic, programmatic, and operational priorities.

The role will focus on strengthening the quality, flexibility, and diversity of Saferworld’s funding base, nurturing relationships with strategic institutional donors, growing philanthropic funding, and identifying new income opportunities.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence Saferworld’s fundraising and programme development approach during a pivotal period for the organisation.

Closing Date: 3 August 2026

Interviews planned for the week commencing 10th August 2026 ​

For more information about the role, please download the job description below.

The Organisation

Saferworld is an international organisation dedicated to conflict prevention and peacebuilding programming, policy and practice. We collaborate with institutions and work directly with partners across Africa, Asia, the Middle East and Europe to tackle diverse factors that drive violent conflict, injustice and insecurity. We participate in major global policy debates on peace, justice and security to influence change.

For more information about Saferworld as an organisation, our commitment to diversity and inclusion, safeguarding, interview process or staff benefits, please refer to our website or jobs page.