Overview

The Medical Research Foundation has been funding medical research for more than a century and since 2011 we have focused exclusively on funding vital medical research in underfunded areas, giving hope to people with overlooked health conditions. Our purpose is simple but powerful: to fund life-changing research that improves health and transforms lives. As a research-focused organisation, we are free to fund the most important medical research questions of our time. Unlike many other funding bodies, we are not restricted to a single disease, condition or institution. Instead, we respond quickly to the emerging health needs of the nation and the wider world, backing the brightest ideas and supporting the scientists whose discoveries can change the future. Inspired by the responsibility and independence that donor support gives us, we remain firmly centred on funding emerging research leaders and research that will have an impact on people’s lives.

Role

We are now looking for a Director of Voluntary Income and Engagement to join our Executive Leadership Team at an exciting stage in our journey. This is a unique opportunity that brings fundraising and communications together so we can inspire more people to support us and grow our voluntary income and impact.

Strategy and Opportunity

Our current strategy takes us to 2029, and we have set ourselves an ambitious but realistic target of reaching £8m per annum in voluntary income by 2034. Achieving this won’t be easy, and we are looking for someone who shares our ambition, is excited by the potential, and is energised by the chance to shape something new.

Leadership profile

You will be a creative, ambitious and thoughtful leader, with a strong track record of driving transformational income growth and engagement, contributing towards organisational strategic direction and leading high performing teams.

Application and Contact

This is a wonderful opportunity to make a real difference. If you share our vision and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you. To find out more and apply for the role please visit: https://starfishsearch.com/jobs/mrf-dir-vol-eng/

Closing date: Friday 10th October 2025