Partnership and Fundraising Director

🌍 Volunteer Partnership and Fundraising Director vacancy at Fair Tourism

About Fair Tourism 

Fair Tourism is a Dutch non-profit organization (est. 1989) committed to promoting sustainable, community-based tourism (CBT). We work to ensure Indigenous communities are not treated as tourist attractions, but empowered as leaders in shaping their own tourism initiatives.

We develop capacity-building programs, collaborate with universities, and currently run projects in Thailand, Indonesia, and Kenya. Since 2025, we have also been a proud member of The Hague Humanity Hub.

Why this is a volunteer position? 

Fair Tourism aims to transition from a volunteer-based operation to a fully professionalized team. To achieve this, we are seeking passionate individuals who want to help shape our next chapter. Your contribution will directly support our ability to secure funding, scale up our activities, and increase our impact on Indigenous communities worldwide.

Partnership and Fundraising Director (Volunteer Role)

Are you passionate about organizational development, systems management, and fostering a collaborative team culture?

Fair Tourism is seeking a Partnership and Fundraising Director to play a key role in building, managing, and supporting a team of dedicated professionals working to drive meaningful change in the tourism sector.

🕓 Commitment: 10-15 hours per week (flexible)

📍 Location: The Hague, Netherlands (Hybrid / Remote)

🤝 Collaboration: The Hague Humanity Hub

💚 Type: Volunteer (unpaid)

⭐ Key Responsibilities 

As the Partnership and Fundraising Lead, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing Fair Tourism’s fundraising and partnership strategy. You will lead a team to manage and monitor fundraising efforts and expand partnerships. Your tasks will include:  

• Lead and support the development of fundraising and partnership strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Identify and pursue funding opportunities, including grants, corporate partnerships, and donors.
• Build and maintain relationships with partners, sponsors, and key stakeholders.
• Oversee and coordinate fundraising activities, including grant writing and partnership development.
• Support planning, tracking, and reporting of fundraising efforts and outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment with organizational priorities.
• Contribute to structuring and guiding a collaborative, volunteer-based team.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, International Development, or related field
• 1+ years of experience in fundraising, partnerships, or business development (preferably in nonprofit/impact sector), with proven track record of securing funding or participation in fundraising through grants, partnerships, or donor engagement 
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Strategic thinking and execution 
• Excellent communication, proposal writing, and negotiation skills 
• Relationship-building and stakeholder management 
• Financial planning and analytical skills 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, mission-driven, and often volunteer-based environment
• Ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships and motivate team members effectively

Preferred Experience

• Experience in sustainable tourism, social impact, or environmental organizations 
• Familiarity with international funding landscapes and donor ecosystems 
• Experience managing cross-functional or remote teams
• Previous experience working in nonprofit sector 

Why Join Fair Tourism?

• Opportunity to shape a growing mission-driven organization 
• Opportunity to scale up your experience and test yourself in a leading role
• Lead impactful global partnerships promoting responsible tourism 
• Work closely with leadership and contribute to strategic decision-making 
• Flexible and collaborative work environment
• Collaboration with The Hague Humanity Hub community

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Fair Tourism is committed to building an inclusive and diverse team. We strongly encourage applications from professionals with experience in fundraising and partnerships; early-career professionals who want to scale up their expertise and test themselves in a leading position; as well as people returning to the workforce after a career break, particularly those with prior relevant experience in the field. Your unique perspectives and experiences are highly valued and welcomed.

How to Apply

Interested in this role? We would love to hear from you! Please send an email to [email protected] with your CV and a brief cover letter, indicating "Application Partnership and Fundraising Director Fair Tourism" as the subject.