Dogs Trust is the UK's leading dog welfare charity, and they've been helping dogs since 1891. They want a better life for every dog in the UK and around the world, and their new strategy is designed to help them do just that. As well as being the nation's most loved dog charity in the UK, with a successful 2023 merger with Worldwide Veterinary Service and Mission Rabies, Dogs Trust Group is increasingly becoming a global force for good in dog welfare.

But there's still so much more to do to deliver their ambitious plans for the next decade, which requires sustained, steady income growth and diversification. We're looking for a senior leader to join Dogs Trust and take a global lead in delivering the vital resources to help them realise their ambitions to help more dogs who need them most.

You'll shape and deliver a best-of-class fundraising strategy to broaden and increase income streams by combining audience insight, data analytics, creativity, and new technologies to maximise LTV and ROI. This will include growing all types of individual and philanthropic giving and developing commercial activity to create new income streams.

Their track record of consistent strong performance means you'll start from an excellent position. Still, they are ambitious to do more, with a plan for substantial investment in engagement and fundraising to maximise reach and income. As a vital member of a small Senior Leadership Team, you will understand the importance of working as part of a unified senior team, sharing joint responsibility for the wider leadership and delivery of their organisational strategy.

Candidates will bring an exceptional professional skillset, with expertise across all areas of income generation. Senior leadership experience at a major charity (preferably executive, but non-executive will not rule you out) is essential. An assured strategic planner and leader through change, you'll bring an approach that combines creativity, analysis, and strong interpersonal skills. You'll demonstrate a sophisticated ability to maintain a close focus on both near and medium-term priorities and must share a passionate commitment to the welfare of dogs.

Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! Dogs Trust value diversity, and they're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. They actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps them to achieve their mission. Their colleague networks give people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. The charity truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with the organisation. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out.

For more information, please visit www.join-dogstrust.co.uk. If you have any queries that are not covered in the candidate materials, you can email us at cigo-dogstrust@cadencepartners.co.uk. Alternative formats for candidate information may be requested at your initial contact.

Closing date: midnight, 16 March 2025.