Head of IB Grant and Donor Development

Head of IB Grant and Donor Development

Salary: Location dependent (see benefits section)

Job Type: Full time, Permanent

Location: Hybrid working opportunity from the following IB (International Baccalaureate®) Global Centres: Washington DC (US), Singapore, The Hague (Netherlands), Geneva (Switzerland) or Cardiff (UK).

 

About the IB

If you”re looking to work for a global organization with a meaningful mission, and with colleagues all over the world, then the International Baccalaureate® (IB) may have the ideal opportunity for you! The International Baccalaureate provides world-class educational services to over 6,000 schools across 160 countries. A career at IB is not just a job; it’s an opportunity to work with an innovative world leader in education services and contribute to our 50-year mission of creating a better and more peaceful world. Apply now to join our global organization where we empower our employees to thrive and make a difference.

 

About the Job

The International Baccalaureate (IB) is committed to expanding access to high-quality education globally, especially in under-resourced communities. As part of its 2032 strategy, the IB aims to enrich the education of 5 million young people annually. To achieve this, the IB will both invest its own resources and raise external funds to support and scale its impact. Current grant operations are valued at USD 1.5M annually, with a commitment to allocate more in the future to grant-making activities once this department is set up.

The Head of IB Grant and Donor Development will establish this new department in a start-up-like environment; using their agility, innovation, and strategic foresight to lay the groundwork for a robust and sustainable philanthropic function.

The Head of IB Grant and Donor Development will lead the development and execution of a comprehensive philanthropic and fundraising strategy. This role will be responsible for managing the IB Access Grant, cultivating donor relationships, and identifying and collaborating with service delivery partners for joint fundraising and program implementation. The role will ensure that all grant-making and fundraising activities are aligned with the IB’s mission and strategic goals. The Head of IB Grant and Donor Development will work closely with key internal teams to ensure alignment, synergy, and strategic integration across the organization for an effective philanthropic model that reflects IB’s values and maximizes its global impact.

This role will begin by establishing the Grant and Donor Development Department, operationalizing a limited number of strategic activities and pilot programs. The initial phase will focus on validating the philanthropic model, building foundational systems, and demonstrating impact. Once the concept is proven and demand grows, the role will lead the scaling of the department, including team development, expanded programming, and broader donor engagement.