Head Private Sector Fundraising
This is a {Advertised Permanent / Temporary}, {Advertised Full Time / Part Time} vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.
The vacancy
The Commonwealth Secretariat is seeking a dynamic and relationship‑driven Head of Private Sector Fundraising to help expand and diversify the organisation’s funding base. This role is central to strengthening the Secretariat’s long‑term sustainability by unlocking new financing opportunities, deepening partnerships, and positioning the organisation as a trusted partner for donors, private sector actors, and development finance institutions.
The Role
You will play a leading role in shaping and delivering a comprehensive resource mobilisation strategy—identifying innovative financing opportunities, cultivating high‑value partnerships, and driving engagement with private sector entities, regional development banks, and multilateral institutions. Working closely with the Director of Resource Mobilisation and Partnerships, you will research and pursue new funding avenues, advocate for increased investment in the Secretariat’s priorities, and ensure the organisation remains visible and compelling to potential partners.
You will draft funding proposals and organisational assessments, lead timely and high‑quality donor reporting, and support regular consultations that strengthen trust and alignment with partners. You will also help build internal capacity by mentoring colleagues on fundraising techniques and donor relations, while raising awareness of the Secretariat’s work across the funding landscape.
About You
You are a strategic connector with a strong understanding of the development financing ecosystem and a proven ability to build and sustain partnerships. You bring experience in resource mobilisation, private sector engagement, or development partnerships—ideally within an international or intergovernmental setting. You excel at crafting persuasive proposals, analysing funding trends, and navigating complex donor environments.
You combine strong communication skills with the ability to build trust, influence stakeholders, and represent the organisation with confidence. You are proactive, analytical, and collaborative—comfortable working across teams and engaging senior officials, ministries, and agencies at country level. Experience in innovative financing or development partnerships will strengthen your profile.
About us
The Commonwealth is a voluntary association of 56 independent and equal countries.
It is home to 2.5 billion people, and includes both advanced economies and developing countries. 33 of our members are small states, including many island nations.
Our member governments have agreed to shared goals like development, democracy and peace. Our values and principles are expressed in the Commonwealth Charter.
The Commonwealth's roots go back to the British Empire. But today any country can join the modern Commonwealth. The last two countries to join the Commonwealth were Gabon and Togo in 2022.
Vision & mission
The Commonwealth Secretariat is the intergovernmental organisation that supports member countries to achieve the Commonwealth's aims of development, democracy and peace.
We:
- are a voice for small and vulnerable states
- champion young people
- promote justice and human rights
- address threats like climate change, debt and inequality
- help grow economies and boost trade
- support decision-makers to make good laws and deliver policies
- help strengthen governance and build inclusive public institutions
- provide technical help and training
- send experts and observers to countries to give impartial advice and help solve national problems
- provide systems, software and research for managing resources.
Our vision
To help create and sustain a Commonwealth that is mutually respectful, resilient, peaceful and prosperous and that cherishes equality, diversity and shared values.
Our mission
We support member governments, and partner with the broader Commonwealth family and others, to improve the well-being of all Commonwealth citizens and to advance their shared interests globally.
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