Director of Income and Engagement
Make-A-Wish UK restructured the fundraising department swiftly at the beginning of the pandemic. They recognised their fundraising department was not fit for purpose and had to switch to mass public fundraising engagement for long term sustainably. Alongside three other appointed positions, the Director of Income and Engagement was an inclusive and incredibly fun process.
Shortlisted candidates met with the CEO and Ryan at Prospectus for initial interviews. Then, the CEO, three Trustees, and members of the STARboard – young people currently waiting for their wish. – conducted final interviews via Zoom. These three young people offered incredible insight to the candidate’s skills and experience, and provided feedback that was considered by Make-A-Wish UK leadership in the final appointment.
Stephanie Witt started in post in January 2021 having led the IG department at Guide Dogs for many years. She is thoroughly enjoying her role and is already building new roles into the Income and Engagement department. A refocus on the urgency of a child’s wish and creating hope has formed their new recent campaigns, take a look on their website here.
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