Development manager - united kingdom, northampton, northamptonshire

we are recruiting for a creative individual to manage and cultivate the development strategies for royal & derngate, northampton. as the organisation approaches its 40th anniversary, this will increase fundraising opportunities and enable the post-holder to grow and develop the role. we are looking for a confident candidate with proven success in forming relationships whilst helping to underpin the financial sustainability for our exciting and ambitious artistic plans. the successful candidate should have the ability to convey a compelling case to tailor proposals to all manner of stakeholders.

job purpose

to develop, co-ordinate, and manage development strategies.to ensure continuity of the current funding pipeline to support the ongoing artistic ambitions, education, and arts development programme.to oversee cultivation, stewardship, campaign planning, and budget management.key task areas

in conjunction with the director of marketing, sales and development, to develop a fundraising strategy incorporating the organisations pending 40th anniversary.communicate the strategy and campaigns to the strategic management team, staff and funding partners.generate increased income from existing sources identify potential funding opportunities.to manage the corporate membership scheme, including proactively recruiting new members, relationship management, organising and hosting informal networking opportunities, managing and hosting all hospitality eventsinitiate and manage the raising of funds from corporate sector donors, business club members, media partners and individual donors.prepare and execute fundraising campaign plans including budget setting, priority setting, timescales, risk/reward analysis, monitoring and evaluation procedures.work with the marketing department to maximise audience loyalty and membership schemes.to develop initiatives to support royal & derngate to expand and diversify its donor profile and its audiencesoverall responsibility for setting up and maintenance of the fundraising and research database.identify and cost resources required to implement fundraising campaigns including technical support, staffing, other equipment and facilities.to ensure open lines of communication within the department and with other key internal stakeholders (smt, marketing, sales, arts, finance, it) in order for colleagues to have a clear understanding of fundraising activity and its importance to the organisation.to prepare reports for senior management and stakeholders, including funders, as requiredto ensure a companywide culture of advocacy is managed and communicated to all staff and volunteers associated with fundraising activities.

benefits

complimentary tickets available on selected shows throughout the year10% discount at our bars and theatre shopemployee assistance programme - health assuredcontributory staff pension, 5% employee and 3% employeressential skills

experience

demonstrable track record of raising significant funds from various sourcesproven experience in a charitable environmentability to embed a strong case for support and to tailor proposals and asks to the interests of the prospect/donorexperience of cultivating and stewarding relationships with individuals and/or corporate sponsorsknowledge/qualifications

educated to degree level or equivalent experienceunderstanding of, and commitment to, live performancea demonstrable commitment to developing a career in fundraisingunderstanding of donation management, administration and gift aidan aptitude for using systems to manage, monitor and evaluate dataan interest in the arts, particularly live performance and filmskills/abilities

excellent interpersonal skillsexcellent presentation and communication skills, written and verbalexcellent personal organisation and time management skillscompetent computer skills. including word, excel and pipeline management

desirable skills

experience

experience of working in theatre or the arts.experience of capital fundraising.a demonstrable understanding of the region's business community.closing date: sunday 31st july 2022

interviews: thursday 11th & friday 12th august 2022

how to apply

please submit a covering letter (no more than 2 sides of a4) stating your relevant experience, knowledge and skills for the role along with your cv.

for further information about royal and derngate, role, and a full job description please see our website (large print & audio available).

about company

royal & derngate northampton is the main venue for arts and entertainment in northamptonshire and one of the major regional producing theatres in the country, with its acclaimed made in northampton work touring nationally and internationally.

the theatre was recently nominated for theatre of the year in the stage awards 2022. eight of its productions transferred to london and the west end in 2019, with the worst witch winning the 2020 olivier award for best family show and our lady of kibeho being nominated for the 2020 olivier award for outstanding achievement in an affiliate theatre and named by the guardian as one of the 20 best shows of the 21st century.

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