Development and Partnerships Officer

Suffolk Jobs Direct; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused arts organization in Ipswich seeks a Development and Partnership Officer to lead fundraising efforts and strategic partnerships. This role involves developing fundraising strategies, managing donor relations, and executing community engagement activities. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in fundraising and excellent communication skills. Flexibility for travel and events is necessary. This position offers a 30-hour work week over 4 days. Applications via email are welcomed before the closing date of January 7, 2026.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable track record in fundraising, income generation, or business development.
• Experience in writing successful grant applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement fundraising strategies.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with donors and supporters.
• Plan and deliver fundraising events.

Skills

Fundraising experience

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Financial literacy

Job description

Hours: 30 hours, working 4 days a week from 9.30am - 5pm

Contract: Fixed term for 18 months.

Reference:0543

Eastern Anglesare excited to welcome a Development and Partnership Officer to our imaginative and supportive team. In this role you will lead on fundraising, income generation, and strategic partnership building.

This role will include travel across Suffolk and East Anglia, and attendance at performances/events.

About us

Eastern Angles is more than a theatre company. We are a charity, a lifeline of culture and connection dedicated to telling stories that celebrate the people, places, and heritage of the East of England. Combining creativity with a strong community focus, we produce high-quality touring theatres that reaches audiences in both traditional venues and unexpected rural spaces such as village halls, community centres, libraries, schools, and even care homes.

Core responsibilities

Strategic Fundraising and Income Generation:

develop and implement a refreshed fundraising strategy aligned with organisational priorities

identify and apply for grants, statutory funding, trusts, foundations, sponsorship, and corporate giving

cultivate, steward and grow relationships with individual donors, patrons and supporters

manage a portfolio of funders and supporters with high-quality stewardship, reporting and engagement.

Administration, Monitoring and Reporting:

maintain accurate records of pledges, donations, grants and supporter data (CRM/mailing tool)

prepare grant applications, budgets, reports, evaluations and funding proposals as required to major funders including Arts Council England

work with the Artistic Director / CEO to forecast income and assess funding targets.

Partnership, Outreach and Community Engagement:

facilitate collaborative projects, touring partnerships, and community engagement activities (e.g. heritage theatre tours, youth theatre programmes)

engage with stakeholders to identify opportunities for in-kind support, sponsorship, venue hire and audience development.

Events and Supporter Engagement:

plan and deliver fundraising and supporter events (e.g. donor evenings, patron events, corporate showcases, and galas)

work with marketing, production and participation teams to integrate fundraising and engagement opportunities into the wider artistic programme.

Team Collaboration and Strategy:

work closely with artistic, production, engagement and marketing teams to embed fundraising and partnerships from the earliest stages of project development

help shape long-term organisational strategy, sustainability planning, and growth of Eastern Angles’ reach and impact.

About you

you have a demonstratable track record in fundraising, income generation or business development in the arts, charity or cultural sector

experience writing successful grant applications and managing trust/ corporate/ individual donor portfolios

strong interpersonal, networking and relationship building skills

excellent written and verbal communication, proposal writing and financial literacy (budgeting, income tracking)

ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently and collaboratively, and meet deadlines

commitment to inclusion, community engagement and the mission of Eastern Angles

flexibility to work evenings, weekends or travel as required by touring/partner engagements.

How to Apply

To apply, please send a CV (no more than 3 pages) and a covering letter (no more than 2 pages) via email to:[e-mail] explaining why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience match the person specification.

Please also include contact details for two referees.

Closing date: 7 January 2026.

Eastern Angles is committed to inclusion, diversity and equal opportunity. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

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