Fundraiser (Part-time)

Creative Scotland; Bothwell; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A community arts organization in Bothwell seeks a proactive Fundraiser to lead its fundraising activities. This part-time, permanent role involves cultivating individual donors, securing income from trusts, developing corporate partnerships, and implementing donor stewardship plans. The successful candidate will play a key role in enhancing the organization's community support and creativity. Salary is pro-rata £35,000 for 22.5 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising and donor engagement.
• Strong writing skills for compelling funding applications.
• Ability to build long-term relationships with donors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement fundraising strategies.
• Manage donor database and cultivate relationships.
• Research and submit funding applications.

Skills

Database management

Funding applications

Event planning

Donor stewardship

Relationship management

Job description

Beacon Arts Centre seeks a proactive and strategic Fundraiser to lead on the development and implementation of the Beacon’s fundraising activity.

This is an exciting opportunity to grow a community of individual donors, secure income from trusts and foundations, develop corporate partnerships, and establish a legacy giving programme. Working closely with the Co-Directors, you will help build long-term relationships that sustain our work artistically and socially. This is a rare opportunity to shape and lead Beacon’s fundraising strategy at a key moment in our journey. You’ll be central to building a thriving network of support that powers our creative and community ambition to Light up Lives in Inverclyde.

KEY DUTIES
Individual Giving, Legacy Giving & Donor Cultivation
• Create and manage a database of prospective donors, with tailored cultivation and stewardship plans.
• Plan and deliver engaging cultivation events that inspire and connect supporters.
• Lead the development and growth of the Producers’ Circle and other donor networks.
• Develop and promote legacy giving opportunities, including creating campaign materials and stewarding pledgers.
• Log and track donor interactions, capturing insights that drive future approaches and maximise lifetime value.

Trusts, Foundations & Corporate Partnerships
• Research, write, and submit compelling funding applications that align with Beacon’s mission and programmes (e.g. Creative Engagement, Book Festival, capital and sustainability work).
• Maintain a robust pipeline and calendar of application deadlines, reporting requirements, and stewardship actions.
• Identify and develop new corporate relationships, including exploring sponsorship and naming rights opportunities.

Stewardship and Relationship Management
• Design and implement donor stewardship plans that ensure ongoing engagement and satisfaction.
• Work alongside trustees and staff to connect supporters to Beacon’s values and impact.
• Create opportunities for donors to act as champions and advocates for our work.

Internal Collaboration & Reporting
• Collaborate closely with programming, marketing, and community teams to ensure fundraising is aligned with organisational priorities.
• Support Directors with Board reporting and senior funder relationship management.

CONTRACT - Part-time permanent
HOURS - 3 day per week /22.5 hours
SALARY - £35,000 pro-rata

For the full job description and person specification, visit our website.

The deadline is Monday 18 August 2025 at 17:00.

TAGGED:
Audience Development / Dance / Equalities / Festivals / Music / Theatre / Visual Arts / Young People (aged 0 to 25) / Cultural Tourism / Cultural Policy / Participatory Practice