Job Description

Job description

About World Physiotherapy:

World Physiotherapy is a leading international professional association and UK Registered Charity. Founded in 1951, we represent the global physiotherapy profession and are dedicated to advancing our profession, advocating for universal access to improve health and wellbeing.

The role:

We seek a dynamic Development Officer to join our team. This role is key to enhancing our funding base and ensuring the long-term financial sustainability of our development programs. The successful candidate will focus on securing funds through grants, sponsorships, partnerships, and donations to support our strategic initiatives and expand our global impact.

Key responsibilities:

Project Leadership:

Plan, manage and evaluate international development projects (25-40% travel)

Cross?Functional Collaboration:

Align programmes with Events and Membership activities; partner with Marketing, Finance and HR

Fundraising & Reporting:

Draft grant applications; compile narrative & financial reports to funders

Risk & Compliance:

Conduct risk assessments; ensure adherence to internal policies and donor regulations

Communications:

Develop project updates; represent World Physiotherapy at global forums

Requirements:

Degree in public health, international development, social sciences or related field; PM qualification desirable

5+ years' experience managing international development or capacity?building projects

Strong grant?writing, report?writing and stakeholder?management skills

Proven ability to multi?task, work under pressure and drive cross?team collaboration

Familiarity with donor compliance, risk management and low?resource contexts

Fluent English; additional language (e.g., French, Spanish) a plus

What we offer:

A vibrant, international work environment committed to global health improvement. The opportunity to make a significant impact in advancing physiotherapy standards worldwide. * A competitive salary and the flexibility of a hybrid/remote work arrangement.