Mon, 24 Mar 2025 published - Mon, 24 Mar 2025
Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic Head of Fundraising to lead and innovate our strategy at Holocaust Centre North. You will enhance memberships, forge corporate partnerships, and curate events, strengthening community connections in a supportive team committed to Holocaust memory and critical engagement.
Job Description
Job Purpose
1. To strengthen Holocaust Centre North's patrons' scheme 'The Northern Line'
2. To lead on grants fundraising.
3. To establish a corporate giving programme.
4. To establish an annual programme of fundraising events.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Are you an ambitious fundraising professional ready to elevate your career to the next level? We are seeking a dynamic and passionate individual to step into the exciting role of Head of Fundraising within our small but ambitious and growing team. This is a unique opportunity to significantly shape and expand our fundraising strategy while working alongside enthusiastic, dedicated, and caring colleagues committed to making a meaningful impact through powerful community engagement and thought-provoking contemporary dialogue.
As Head of Fundraising, you will have the opportunity to take on significant responsibility by innovating and enhancing our membership programme, forging new and impactful corporate partnerships, and curating engaging annual fundraising events. Your creativity and strategic insight will directly influence our future growth and sustainability. We have a proven track record in supporting and developing our team members to achieve their professional goals, ensuring you have ample opportunities for growth and advancement.
At Holocaust Centre North, genuine community relationships lie at the heart of our mission. You will play a pivotal role in deepening and strengthening these vital connections, ensuring the long-term sustainability of our work in Holocaust memory and contemporary critical engagement.
Join us and make a meaningful difference in a supportive environment where your ambition and vision can thrive!
Job Requirements
Experience
1. Proven experience in fundraising, with a track record in individual giving, corporate partnerships, or event fundraising.
2. Experience of engaging and stewarding donors, supporters, or stakeholders in a charity.
3. Experience in writing successful funding applications.
4. Experience in planning and delivering fundraising events.
Skills
1. Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to connect with supporters, funders, and corporate partners.
2. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
3. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, ensuring efficient record-keeping and reporting.
4. Confidence in public speaking and presenting to potential donors, partners, and community groups.
Personal Attributes
1. A passion for the work of museums, heritage and the role of the charity sector in bringing communities together.
2. A commitment to ethical fundraising and relationship-driven donor stewardship.
Job Responsibilities
1. To strengthen Holocaust Centre North's patrons' scheme 'The Northern Line'
2. To lead on grants fundraising.
3. To establish a corporate giving programme.
4. To establish and run an annual programme of fundraising initiatives.
(Please download and read carefully the Head of Fundraising Job Description and Person Specification for a more detailed description of the role's responsibilities).
1. Your CV – This should include your professional experience relevant to the role, whether in a paid or voluntary capacity.
2. A Cover Letter – Please explain how you meet the experience, skills and interests/personal attributes criteria in the person specification, providing examples where possible.
We recognise that some candidates may prefer to demonstrate their achievements visually or through other formats. If you would like to, please feel free to attach links, PDFs, photos or videos in support of your application.
Send the above to Dr. Alessandro Bucci (a.bucci@hud.ac.uk) no later than the closing date.
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