THE COMPANY
Our client is a
leading British prestigious arts organisation renowned across the globe,
specialising in outstanding performances of traditional music and dance.
THE ROLE
As Deputy Chief
Development Officer, you will help to oversee the entire development function
for the organisation, devising and implementing a comprehensive long-term
strategy.
Key responsibilities:
- Work closely with the Chief of Staff to develop
strategies covering all income streams within the Development Department
in order to meet annual targets
- Work collaboratively across the entire
organisation to successfully implement development strategies
- Keep track of progress made by all functions
with the development team, including Patrons, Legacies, Appeals and
Research, Membership and more
- Look after a portfolio of high-value
fundraising opportunities, expanding this where possible
- Oversee, mentor and motivate a talented team
working across a diverse range of income streams, coaching a number of
senior-level direct reports
- Advise at Executive and Board level on new and
existing strategies that target prospective
supporters and manage key relationships
- Develop comprehensive analysis in order to
support strategic financial plans
- Ensure all developmental operations comply with
risk management processes and corporate governance
- Demonstrate leadership within the organisation,
delivering to individual objectives and supporting others to do the same
- Act as a true ambassador for the organisation
in everything you do as Deputy Chief Development Officer, championing the
impressive and wide-ranging work that they do
THE PERSON
It is important to
have an exceptional track record in fundraising for a high-profile
organisation.
The ideal candidate
will have a demonstrable understanding of a broad spectrum of developmental
functions, across a variety of income streams.
You will need to be
able to work evenings and weekends as required.
This organisation
plays host to a remarkable calibre of performances and a genuine enthusiasm for
their work is highly advantageous.
NEXT STEP
If your skills & experience
fit the above requirements and you would like to talk to us about this role,
please apply online attaching your CV in WORD format.
WHAT TO EXPECT
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Consultant who is handling this role
We aim to respond to candidates within 14
days.
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role isn’t quite right, but you would like us to have your CV on file,
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promote equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications regardless of age,
gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity,
socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.
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