Appeal Director - recent appointment

Nfp Consulting; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a passionate Appeal Director to lead a £12m capital appeal for Denville Hall, a unique care facility for elderly actors. This role is pivotal in ensuring the legacy of care and support for the arts community, especially as the organization approaches its centenary in 2026. The successful candidate will engage with high-profile supporters and manage a two-stage selection process, making a significant impact in a meaningful cause. If you are motivated by the arts and have the credentials to lead this initiative, this is an exceptional opportunity to create lasting change.

Responsibilities

• Deliver on the promise of a £12m capital appeal for Denville Hall.
• Lead the initiative to support elderly actors and members of the theatrical industry.

Job description

Denville Hall
Appeal Director
£70,000
Full-time
Two year initial contract with review and possible extension

Opened in 1926 as the 'Haven for elderly actors & actresses', Denville Hall has been providing care for actors and members of the wider theatrical industry ever since. Care, happiness and dignity are our core values at Denville Hall.

We are one of just two adult social care facilities in the UK that is dedicated to the support of members of the theatre, dance, and music professions. While some achieve notable success, there are many who do not, and pursuing a career in theatre and the arts can be a precarious business.

Denville Hall already provides a range of residential care services that are tailored to individual needs and wishes, which can support people over time. The addition of sheltered accommodation offers the opportunity for us to extend the length of care and support that we are able to offer members of the arts professions whom we exist to serve.

The need for sheltered housing accommodation is clear and present. Quite simply, people are living longer and, like all of us, they want to be as independent as possible for as long as possible.

We have the plans and all the necessary planning permission for what we anticipate will be a very successful and high-profile £12m capital appeal. Already, we have support promised from some of the UK’s household names and are hopeful that we will also receive support from trusts and foundations dedicated to the support of the arts.

All that is needed now is an Appeal Director to deliver on all the promise that exists and that will leave a lasting legacy for both Denville Hall for the next 100 years as we will celebrate our centenary in 2026.

How to apply

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact our recruitment partner, Simon Lloyd, Director, NFP on 07961 988 523 or email [e-mail].

Application is by way of CV and a Supporting Statement, which should outline your motivations for wanting to be our Appeal Director and set out your credentials.

There is a two-stage selection process:

1. First Interviews: Week beginning 8th April
   The first round will be conducted via video by NFP Consulting.
2. Second Interviews: Week beginning 15th April
   The final stage will involve a panel interview conducted by trustees along with the opportunity for candidates to meet a selection of stakeholders.