Daryl Upsall Consulting International“Zoe Oldham was very personable and approachable and made it clear that she could understand my needs as a candidate as much as the organisation’s needs. Her openness and honesty was exactly what was needed for this hire and I think we all go to where we needed to be because she read everyone well. Zoe’s understanding of the organisational culture of several INGOs was invaluable”.
Meryl Davies
Recruitment candidate
CEO
Habitat for Humanity GB
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“DUCI was excellent in keeping me informed and in following up with the hiring manager. They were extremely responsive and strategic. It was a long process but DUCI kept me enthusiastic, hopeful and motivated to pursue this opportunity.”
Anand Mishra
Director of Communications
International Budget Partnership
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“DUCI provided a thorough, seemless recruitment process that was perfectly structured and tailored to our needs. They have a strong network of candidates and provided valuable insights through the recruitment. Thank you for your support!”
Rafia Qureshi
Executive Director
The Womanity Foundation
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“Zoe (Oldham, International Consultant) was incredibly helpful throughout my application, providing feedback and updates throughout the (recruitment) process.”
Rob Doole
VP of Marketing
International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Daryl Upsall Consulting International"DUCI provided qualified candidates, extensive interview process followed by excellent communication. We are very pleased with our new CEO hire."
David Malutinok
Chief Management Advisor
Habitat for Humanity International
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“Excellent service from Zoe (Oldham)- she understood our needs, gave timely and useful information and was very supportive whilst we waited for our preferred candidate. Thank you! We are very pleased with the outcome, and enjoyed working with Zoe.”
Alene Wilton
Director of Corporate Service
The Marine Stewardship
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“The address in fundraising recruitment. Competent advice on who is available and fits to the requirements. First hand information on what is going on in the sector.”
Bernhard Drumel
Consultant
Former Fundraising and Development Director
Greenpeace International
Daryl Upsall Consulting International"We are an international foundation that operates on both sides of the Atlantic, and for the last five years we have trusted Daryl Upsall Consulting International for our recruitment, communications and fundraising needs. Besides delivering a high standard, quality service, Daryl and his associates take the time and dedication to develop an enduring professional relation with their clients."
Erica Knie (Deceased)
Founder & President
Fundación MarViva
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“DUCI has gone above and beyond and we are so so grateful. You really are a professional group of people who we will certainly use again. We have an amazing candidate and I thank you for that!”
Bianca Fischer
Director Fundraising
Animals Asia
Daryl Upsall Consulting International"An intelligent, tenacious and highly experienced consultant who always puts together a great field and who crucially understands that really intuitive casting is all..."
Paul Hamann
Chair and Trustee
Reprieve, Human Rights Campaign
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“I have had an excellent experience with Zoe Oldham and DUCI, on both sides of the recruiting table – I worked with Zoe to recruit senior development staff for me in London, and again when I applied for (and eventually took) a leadership position in a US-based international NGO. What particularly stands out to me about DUCI is that they really understand the importance of organizational “fit” as well as skill set, track record and experience. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.”
Catherine Casey
New Director of Development
International Budget Partnership
Daryl Upsall Consulting International"I can't think of another agency with the scope and breadth of expertise in key markets around the globe that Daryl Upsall Consulting International brings to the table, whether for fundraising strategy design and implementation, or for recruitment. Daryl Upsall Consulting International has always delivered great results."
Sergio Furman
Vice President of Global Resources
Wildlife Conservation Society
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“Daryl and his team are smart, fun, honest, connected and very persistent. We have benefited greatly from their vast knowledge and no-nonsense advice when recruiting staff.”
Nicky McIntyre
Executive Director
Mama Cash Fund for Women
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“Working with Daryl Upsall was a fantastic experience and helped take my career to the next level.”
Paul Houseman
Recruitment candidate
International Fundraising Director for The Marine Stewardship
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“I felt that my recruitment process was handled by professionals who provided the utmost care and diligence starting from the first email to every call and communication. I was very satisfied with the level timeliness and how smooth the whole process went. Thanks to the insights on the hiring organisation, I could make informed decisions for my career. I would recommend DUCI to any professional that would like to take a new step in their careers”.
Mark Semoil
Digital Content Strategist
TechSoup
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“I had a feeling Daryl Upsall would know the candidate, and I was 200% right. We wouldn't normally use an agency, but they're not a normal agency. It's the option you turn to when you need the industry to know you're looking. Excellent service from beginning to end.”
James Goodridge
CEO
Evergiving
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“Scottish Opera benefitted enormously in its search for a new Director of Development and Fundraising from the skills, resources and sheer global reach of Daryl Upsall and his team. The gene pool and calibre of the potential candidates was definitely expanded through working closely with Daryl. In addition we benefited from the sector expertise and an up-to-date awareness of the current market place and possible candidates. All good. Thank you.”
Alex Reedijk
Former General Director
Scottish Opera
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“DUCI provided great guidance through the whole recruiting process whilst building a high-level candidate pool. Their work was critical in hiring the right candidate for our development department. Definitely would work with DUCI again!”
Michaela Felber
Director of Corporate Alliances and Development
Make a Wish International
Daryl Upsall Consulting International"Best in class support, super responsive, well supported and good result after the process. Great value for money indeed!"
Christoph Juenger
Global Fundraising Director
Light for the World
Daryl Upsall Consulting International"Daryl and his team have reached new heights as a global recruiting and placement firm. There simply aren't any others in the same league."
Geoff Peters
President and CEO
Creative Direct Response
CDR Fundraising Group
United States
Daryl Upsall Consulting International"Being a volunteer Board chair, DUCI's high-quality full service saved my life. Their work was professional, and the communication was always prompt and cheerful. I could not have reached to the candidate we decided to hire without DUCI's help."
Kaori Shoji
Board Chair
Amnesty International Japan
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“My experience of DUCI recruitment services was extremely positive and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them. At all times during the application and recruitment process, communications were professional, proactive and responsive. I was kept very well-informed about the process and status of my application throughout”.
Emma Hanley
Recruitment candidate
Director of Global Philanthropy
Amnesty International
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“I have 23 years of working experience and this was the second time in my life I was recruited in such a professional way. My recruiting leader had an excellent eye on details and advised me properly. I sincerely thank to DUCI and in particular to Mrs Zoe Oldham who lead me to my new role.”
Roza Divleva
Director of Fundraising and Communications
SOS Children´s Villages Bulgaria
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“DUCI is in a league of its own when it comes to knowledge of the international fundraising market and extensive network of fundraising professionals. DUCI's rapid understanding of the client's needs, excellent preparation, on-going communication and permanent availability to respond to concerns, provide suggestions and advice ensured a very smooth process to recruit the head of private sector fundraising at the ICRC. Daryl and his team are professional partners with whom it is a real pleasure to work.”
Helen Alderson
Director of Financial Resources and Logistics
International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“The support that DUCI offers goes far beyond the limits of a normal recruitment agency. Through great professionalism, expertise and experience they are able to provide not only the best services but the best advice to ensure the best candidate for the post.”
Mayca Frieyro
Executive Director
InspirAction (Christian Aid, Spain)
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“DUCI provided solid guidance in my application to and recruitment to this role. Advising clearly on the needs and expectations of the Foundation, their recruitment criteria and likely selection considerations, DUCI helped make sure that I neither wasted the Foundation’s time or my own in the important process of recruiting a Head of Fundraising. I believe our mutual expectations were more than met with DUCI’s help”.
Michaelene Kinnersley
Head of Fundraising
Kofi Annan Foundation
Daryl Upsall Consulting International"From a candidate's perspective, Daryl Upsall Consulting International did a fantastic job of managing the whole process of placing me in my current role. Zoe (Oldham) was warm, encouraging and professional throughout and couldn't have done more to support me and put me at ease, maintaining superlative communications from first interview to contract negotiation. Thank you!"
Tess McCormick
Development Director
Mansfield Collegue - Oxford
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“Excellent recruitment agency, highly professional, very supportive and effective in ensuring the applicant needs for information are adequately met whilst bringing the best candidates for the organisations looking to recruit. Fantastic agency to work with”.
Delia Pop
Director
Swiss Philanthropy Foundation - Tanya's Dream Initiative
Daryl Upsall Consulting InternationalDUCI's recruiters are very professional, knowledgeable, personable and listened to our needs for the perfect employee. I highly recommend them.
Troy Reinhart
Vice President of Development
Smile Train Uk
Daryl Upsall Consulting International" DUCI have successfully sourced key positions for us. They understood our needs and were very proactive in using their networks to source suitable candidates. They are always highly responsive and I would have no hesitation in recommending them to other organisations".
Andrew Barton
Associate Director, International Income Development
Oxfam International
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“I am grateful to Zoe (Oldham, International Consultant) for her support and professionalism throughout the process. I recommend her strongly!”
Gisella Reina
New Business Manager, Trusts and Foundations, Switzerland and Lichtenstein.
Oxfam International
Daryl Upsall Consulting International"I have worked with many recruiters over the years, as an applicant and as a hiring manager. This was my first experience with DUCI and it was an incredibly positive one. They were responsive, transparent, and seemed invested in finding the right match for both applicant and organization".
Alicia Meulensteen
New Senior Director, Direct Marketing USA
International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Daryl Upsall Consulting International"I had the opportunity to work with Daryl Upsall Consulting International on several occasion when recruiting top notch fundraisers for very specific jobs. They have always delivered 10/10, which made my job easier, and I'm grateful for their high level of professionalism."
Mario Fetz
Director Of External Relations
International Osteoporosis Foundation
Former Director External Relations
International Diabetes Federation
Former Head of Private Donor Relations
United Nations World Food Programme
Former International Marketing & Fundraising Director
WWF International
Daryl Upsall Consulting International"I was lucky that the recruitment process for the job I applied for was managed by a very competent and reputable recruitment agency, Daryl Upsall Consulting International (DUCI). Throughout the process, DUCI managed to provide clarity about the job profile and about all steps in the recruitment process, in a very responsive, professional and friendly manner. I would certainly recommend DUCI to others."
Robbert van den Berg
New Executive Director
End Child Prostitution and Trafficking (ECPAT)
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“Was the best value for money service I have hired in 2019! Hiring for a startup foundation is challenging to attract experienced talent, but thanks to DUCI network and credibility they manage to convey the potential of C/Can to the candidates, and we end up having an amazing list of strong candidates.”
Isabel Mestres
Global Fundraising Manager
City Cancer Challenge (C/Can)
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“The European Multiple Sclerosis Platform (EMSP) has been most satisfied with the consultancy services provided by DUCI and can strongly recommend them to any NGO in their recruitment process.”
John Golding
President EMSP
European Multiple Sclerosis Platform
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“We were highly impressed with the network Daryl was able to draw on. Working with DUCI and Global Charity Jobs was invaluable in our search for the perfect candidate.”
Jim Walker
Chief Operating Officer
The Climate Group
Daryl Upsall Consulting International"When I am looking to recruit a true fundraising expert, Daryl Upsall CI is the first agency I go to. Thanks to his network and personal expertise, I know Daryl will get me the best candidate."
Laurent Sauveur
Directeur de la Communication et de la Recherche de Fonds
Médecins Sans Frontières Suisse
Daryl Upsall Consulting International"We were delighted with both the process and the outcome of our search. We received over 130 applications from 44 different countries and the quality was such that we really struggled to reduce the shortlist down to a manageable number. We ended up with two exceptional candidates and are delighted with our appointment."
John Bines
Director of Fundraising and Marketing
EveryChild
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“This is the fourth time we have used the services of Daryl Upsall to recruit staff for the Environment Programme at Oak Foundation. In all four cases, we have been extremely pleased with the recruitments made. Daryl and his staff are very well connected to the environment field, and they know where and how to mine the nuggets you are looking for. Their attentive, considerate, people-centred approach to communicating with both the candidates and the clients is top-notch. We are looking forward to the fifth recruitment!”
Leonardo Lacerda
Director, Environment Programme
Oak Foundation
www.oakfnd.org Daryl Upsall Consulting International“This is to extend a big thank you on the successful recruitment for the International Director of Fundraising, all done within the timescales and we have the person in post now as well!
It’s been a really smooth process and the feedback that I picked up from the 2 unsuccessful candidates today, was that it’s been a really good experience for them as well. So good to know the candidates’ experience too.”
Bijal Shah
Senior HR Business Partner
ActionAid International
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“WSPA has been building a new HQ team and have relied heavily upon the expertise of Daryl Upsall in finding exactly the right individuals to join us from across the international fundraising community. Because Daryl understands fundraising, and knows our sector and the people in it so well, he understands what the client really needs, and who will fit your particular working culture. I also entirely trust his integrity and his commitment to doing what is right for WSPA – his genuine passion for the work of our sector means he wants only the right people to join the right organisations.”
Amanda Seller
Head of Private Sector Fundraising
UNHCR
Former International Director of Marketing and Communications
World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA)
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“The services provided by DUCI are of high quality. The team is very professional and of great help in finding the best candidate for the position”.
Presiana Manolova
Programme Officer Child Protection
Oak Foundation
Daryl Upsall Consulting International“Many thanks to you, Carly (Mortiboys) and Zoe for brilliant support to IBP over the past many, many months. It started with a really good stocktake, proceeded through your advice and search for a director of development position, and then the really hard search for a complementary director of comms. Zoe did a really good and patient job on the hiring front. And in the meantime, we had Carly on board to provide interim support. So, very good and flexible support from Upsall on multiple fronts. We are very happy with both Catherine and Anand. Really, really happy. Much gratitude to you all."
Warren Krafchik
CEO
International Budget Partnership
