Jangala is seeking a dynamic and inspiring Head of Fundraising to lead our fundraising efforts and drive sustainable growth. This role is pivotal in achieving Jangala’s ambitious goal of connecting underserved communities to the internet, enhancing connectivity resilience, empowering individuals, and reducing the global digital divide. Your work will involve developing and executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy, cultivating new partnerships, and leading a collaborative team to secure the resources needed to scale our impact and innovation globally. About Jangala Jangala is a technology charity dedicated to providing essential internet access globally, with the goal of connecting 4 million people to the internet by 2030. Founded in 2015 as a volunteer initiative providing Wi-Fi to 5,000 people in the Calais Jungle refugee camp, Jangala offers a unique approach through its novel connectivity solutions, and takes great pride in its strong partnerships with international aid actors, grassroots organisations and public bodies. We are driven by a vision of equalising technology for everyone, and are fully committed to addressing the realities of digital exclusion and the fragilities of internet connectivity, both in the UK and around the world. As a non-political, non-governmental registered charity, we focus on bridging the digital divide and enhancing connectivity resilience. Since our full-time founding six years ago, we’ve made a significant impact through innovative technology and robust partnerships. Big Box, our rugged connectivity champion, serves critical and challenging deployments, from response teams in an emergency zone to a remote educational hub. Get Box, developed rapidly during the COVID-19 pandemic, ensures that households and individuals are able to stay connected to the internet, whatever their circumstances. Details of the role As Jangala enters a critical phase of growth, we are scaling up our operations to meet our ambitious target of connecting four million people by 2030. The Head of Fundraising will play a crucial role in driving this expansion by developing and implementing strategic fundraising initiatives, expanding our network of supporters, and ensuring the sustainability of our programs. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a pioneering organisation at the forefront of humanitarian technology. We are looking for a strategic and collaborative leader with a proven track record in fundraising who can inspire and lead a team and is passionate about using technology for social good. Key responsibilities will include: Developing and implementing a comprehensive fundraising strategy aligned with Jangala's mission and growth objectives. Identifying and securing new funding opportunities across various channels, including corporate partnerships, grants, philanthropy and individual giving. Leading, mentoring, and managing the fundraising team, setting clear objectives and ensuring their professional growth. Building and maintaining strong relationships with existing and potential funders, leveraging networks and partnerships to expand Jangala's reach. Monitoring and reporting on fundraising performance, adapting strategies to meet or exceed fundraising targets. The person we're looking for We understand that many people - especially people who identify as women, people from ethnic minority backgrounds or from other underrepresented groups - only apply for jobs when they believe they match 100% of the criteria. If you don’t meet all the criteria but you’re inspired by Jangala's mission and are eager to lead programmes that help some of the world’s most excluded populations, we want to hear from you. Core Requirements: Proven experience in fundraising , with a track record of achieving with a track record of achieving six figure grants or contracts. Experience working with corporate funders. Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic fundraising plans . Strong leadership and team management skills , with experience inspiring and guiding a team. Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities , capable of engaging a wide range of stakeholders and able to stay abreast of sector trends and enhance Jangala's visibility and influence in the UK and internationally. Adaptable and open to feedback , fostering a collaborative and transparent work environment. Desirable Requirements: Experience in one or more of the technology, humanitarian, UK charities or international development sectors . Existing network of contacts in relevant areas eg. corporate funders interested in tech 4 good, UK based trust and foundations, global humanitarian funders, and government contacts interested in humanitarian technologies. Proven ability to secure multi-year funding commitments . Familiarity with open-source technology and its impact on social good. Strong strategic vision with the ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances. Experience working closely with senior leadership and leveraging organisational strengths. Commitment to Jangala's mission and values . Experience with multi-channel fundraising , including corporate partnerships, grants, and individual giving. Ability to leverage storytelling and organisational narratives to engage funders. Experience in bidding for commercial tenders or working in social enterprises/CICs Important details Jangala’s office is based in London and operates a remote-first working policy. Travel to our London office will be required for mind-mapping and collaborative work at least once a week. We are committed to creating an environment that attracts, motivates, and supports the best people from all backgrounds. This includes: Flexible working (general arrangement is one day in the office per week) 29 days of paid leave a year, on top of paid bank holidays (in a normal year that’s 37) Quarterly bonus assessed on a whole team level 5% employer pension contribution Free gym and climbing membership Potential shadow share options in future commercialisation Enhanced parental leave A real focus on learning and development with each person having an L&D budget Yearly opportunities to volunteer and gain on-the-ground experience of the impact Jangala is having in communities and disaster areas Team days out A hiring process that emphasises experience, talent and motivation, rather than academic qualifications or CV specifics We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, ages, sexual orientations, nationalities, religious beliefs or none. We particularly encourage applications from groups traditionally underrepresented in the technology and charity industries. The starting salary for this role is £48,000-£55,000 per annum, with consideration for part-time arrangements.