Fundraising Manager in Sheffield

Sheffield · Part-time · £38,000 – £42,000 FTE · 15 hours a week

• Hours 15 hours (2 days per week)
• Closing date Rolling basis Applications reviewed as received

About the Role

We are looking for a part-time Fundraising Manager to support the continued growth of a leading theatre company and Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation.

Working closely with the Artistic Director & CEO, you will develop and deliver the fundraising strategy, securing income through trusts, foundations, Arts Council England, corporate partnerships and individual donors to support artistic programmes, community engagement and long-term organisational growth.

You will

• Develop and deliver the organisation’s fundraising strategy.
• Identify and secure funding from trusts, foundations and statutory bodies.
• Write compelling funding applications, bids and cases for support.
• Build and maintain relationships with funders, donors, corporate partners and stakeholders.
• Develop sponsorship, philanthropy and individual giving opportunities.
• Monitor fundraising performance and produce reports for funders.
• Maintain accurate fundraising records and CRM systems.
• Represent the organisation at networking events and industry meetings.
• Work closely with the senior leadership team to support strategic growth.

About You

• Proven fundraising experience within the arts, charity or not-for-profit sector.
• Strong track record of securing funding from trusts, foundations and public funders.
• Excellent bid writing and written communication skills.
• Experience developing and delivering successful fundraising strategies.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple funding applications and deadlines.
• Excellent project management, reporting and presentation skills.
• Passionate about the arts and committed to equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Experience within an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation.
• Knowledge of Arts Council England funding programmes.
• Experience securing corporate sponsorship and philanthropic funding.
• Experience using fundraising CRM systems and donor databases.
• Knowledge of Gift Aid and fundraising compliance.