Head of Advancement Operations

The Courtauld Institute of Art; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious institution is seeking a Head of Advancement Operations to lead a team in managing fundraising activities and financial operations. The successful candidate will possess extensive experience in the arts sector, particularly with fundraising databases, and demonstrate exceptional communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Strong grasp of fundraising activity and collaboration with finance teams.
• Experience using fundraising databases in an arts or heritage context.
• Advanced data analysis skills and proficiency in providing actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Manage a direct team of three and oversee department operations.
• Lead financial monitoring and provide complex analysis.
• Ensure effective gift management and donor stewardship.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Experience in fundraising

Experience with Raiser’s Edge or similar

Job description

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The Courtauld is an internationally renowned centre for the teaching and research of art history and a major public gallery. Founded by collectors and philanthropists in 1932, the organisation has been at the forefront of the study of art ever since, through advanced research and conservation practice, innovative teaching, the renowned collection and inspiring exhibitions of its gallery, and engaging and accessible activities, education and events.

Academically, The Courtauld faculty is the largest community of art historians and conservators in the UK, teaching and carrying out research on subjects from creativity in late Antiquity to contemporary digital artforms – with an increasingly global focus. An independent college of the University of London, The Courtauld offers a range of degree programmes from BA to PhD in the History of Art, curating and the conservation of easel and wall paintings. Its alumni are leaders and innovators in the arts, culture and business worlds, helping to shape the global agenda for the arts and creative industries.

To support The Courtauld in their next phase of development they have created a new role as Head of Advancement Operations. Managing a direct team of three, this role reports in to the Director of Advancement. The post holder is responsible for providing oversight, analysis and leadership to the department based on their in-depth knowledge and understanding of information management and financial systems. The Head of Advancement Operations leads the team responsible for the management of the Advancement database, gift administration, prospect research, and leads the financial monitoring of the department, working closely with the Finance team and providing complex analysis and forecasting to the Senior Management Team, Governing Board and other committees. The Head will also lead on the operational relationship with the American Foundation of The Courtauld Institute of Art (AFCIA) and the company contracted to support on gift administration, to ensure effective and efficient gift management and donor stewardship. The postholder is also responsible for maintaining and delivering regular and ad-hoc reports for internal and external audiences, including quarterly committee papers.

The successful candidate will have previous experience working in a similar role with a strong grasp of fundraising activity and working closely with finance teams. You will have experience of using Raiser’s Edge, Tessitura or a similar database in an educational, charity, arts or heritage fundraising department. You will have excellent interpersonal and communications skills, engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, and will be adept at providing advice on matters relating to information management, operations, and systems. You will demonstrate advanced experience of data analysis with the ability to provide recommendations and deliver actionable insights. You will also demonstrate excellent organisational, planning and leadership skills, ensuring team projects and targets are on track and met in full.

The Courtauld is partnering with Prospectus, a specialist recruitment consultancy, to recruit for this vacancy. To apply please submit your CV and a supporting statement via the ‘Apply Now’ button, preferably in Microsoft Word/PDF format. The statement should outline your motivation for joining The Courtauld and why you feel you would be a good fit for this role. You should also demonstrate your experience and skillset with examples relating to the Appointment Brief below. If you have any further questions or would like to know more about this opportunity, please contact Steven Fraser at Prospectus.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice Prospectus are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Prospectus invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos

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