Director of Fundraising

PROSPECTUS; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative arts organisation in Greater London seeks a fundraising leader to drive income from trusts, major donors, and partnerships. Responsibilities include developing fundraising strategies and managing a team. Candidates should have a proven track record in arts fundraising and strategic thinking abilities. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement with three days per week in the office, fostering collaboration in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of significant fundraising in an arts-related context.
• Experience in creating and implementing ambitious fundraising strategies.
• Knowledge of capital fundraising and compelling storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Lead the growth of contributed income from various sources.
• Manage fundraising targets and budgets.
• Implement a sustainable fundraising strategy.
• Collaborate with Creative Learning and Talent Development teams.

Skills

Fundraising experience

Strategic thinking

Team management

Storytelling for donors

Job description

Role Overview

Our client has an unparalleled history as a pioneering repertory theatre and the launchpad for some of the most exciting talent in UK theatre both past and present. Established in 1913, producing theatre is the core of the organisation’s mission and it creates up to ten productions a year.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery and growth of all contributed income, focusing on trusts and foundations, major donors, corporate partnerships, individual giving, membership, patrons and events.
• Develop and manage fundraising targets and budgets.
• Implement a detailed and sustainable fundraising strategy, expanding and cultivating prospective supporters across all income streams.
• Manage a brilliant team and work closely with colleagues in Creative Learning and Talent Development departments.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of significant fundraising across a variety of sources in an arts fundraising setting.
• Experience creating and implementing ambitious and credible fundraising strategies and delivery plans.
• Capital fundraising experience and knowledge; ability to tell compelling stories to captivate donors for revenue and capital asks.
• Strategic thinking within an arts fundraising setting.

Hybrid Work Arrangement

This role is offered on a hybrid basis with three days a week in the office.

EEO Statement

We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Ryan Burdock at Prospectus.

In order to apply please submit your CV. If your experience is suitable, we will arrange a meeting to brief you on the role. We look forward to connecting with you soon.