Development Officer

Summary

This interesting role will support the theatre’s ambition to increase our revenue fundraising and development capabilities. In particular the post holder will be responsible for researching, cultivating, preparing applications for and stewarding Charitable Trusts and Foundations to raise funds for our Community and Outreach work.

More Details

Please visit https://www.yvonne-arnaud.co.uk/our-venue/jobs for full details.

 

POST HOLDER

You will be a strong writer and an organised, enthusiastic and hard-working individual. Ready to learn and very comfortable talking to a range of people, representing yourself as informed, intelligent, calm and knowledgeable member of the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre team. Never afraid to ask questions but equally enthusiastic about looking for your own solutions. We are a happy and driven team and hope to find someone who compliments these characteristics to join us in the Development Department.

 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Database and record keeping

  • Assisting in the maintaining of donor records on the CRM.
  • Recording and reporting on donor activity as directed.
  • Responsible for maintaining financial data, and production of written and verbal reports as directed.

 

Office administration

  • First point of contact for external enquiries.
  • Internal liaison with the Marketing Office and Finance Office.
  • Assist within the Development Department, carrying out other duties as reasonably required.
  • Administration of the Development Committee including minute taking.

 

Fundraising

  • Write applications and evaluation reports to Trusts and Foundations for grants up to £5k in support of the theatre’s activity with a major focus on the work of the Creative Learning Programme.
  • Assist with running fundraising appeals as required.
  • Maintain records of funds applied for and grants awarded; manage a calendar of application and report deadlines.
  • Work with the Marketing Office and Finance Office to provide funding information for promotional purposes and to report gifts and grants received.
  • Researching prospective Trust and Foundation supporters and assist with the identification of potential sources of grant funding.
  • As required, assist with the production of case for support literature for funding applications.
  • Gather briefing and background information for face-to-face prospect meetings.
  • Assist with cultivation and stewardship events as required.
  • Assist with donor needs and requirements, including booking of tickets for shows for higher level Vanbrugh members and Major Donors.
  • Working with the DoD and Fundraising Associate to increase the number and value of Vanbrugh supporters annually to agreed targets, ensuring regular communications with donors and Vanbrugh members to enable them to recognise the importance of their support including the quarterly newsletter, Centre Stage.
  • Stewardship and cultivation of the Guardian Angels, the theatre’s regular giving scheme for lower-level donors. Working with colleagues aiming to increase the number of Guardian Angels annually and increasing their base level donations.
  • Work with colleagues in Box Office, Marketing, Catering and Front of House in the facilitation of events for the department and encourage and support a culture of fundraising within the Theatre.
  • Comply with all legislative, regulatory and policy requirements as appropriate.
  • Comply with the theatre’s Financial Regulations and financial management procedures.
  • Observe the policies, procedures and practices of Health & Safety in all aspects of the role.
  • Demonstrate the value and importance of equality and diversity in every aspect of the theatre’s work and show commitment through everyday practice in the role.
  • Work in accordance with and promote the Theatre’s environmental sustainability policy and practices.
  • Work continuously to improve individual knowledge, skills and behaviours for the current role and for the longer-term, gaining appropriate professional qualifications/accreditation and maintaining membership of appropriate professional bodies as appropriate.
  • Participate in theatre events including when these are held in the evenings, at weekends or otherwise outside of normal working hours.
  • Undertake such other duties as may reasonably be required from time to time

Organisation

Yvonne Arnaud Theatre

Salary (Exact)

££26,000 p.a.

Closing Date

14/02/2025

Contract Type

Permanent

Job Type

Business Development & Partnerships

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