WE ARE HIRING AN INTERIM HEAD OF DEVELOPMENT
There is an exciting opportunity to join the Reform Radio team in Manchester as Interim Head of Development (on a maternity leave cover contract – 9-12 months). Reform Radio is a Community Interest Company, award-winning radio station, and arts organisation (an ACE NPO and Manchester City Council Cultural Partner). We’re dedicated to using creativity and culture to support young adults in building confidence, improving wellbeing and to access skills training and progression pathways.
As part of our senior team, the Interim Head of Development will work closely with our three Directors to develop and meet organisational income targets and business development goals. Our diverse income portfolio includes public sector tenders, grants, trusts and foundation grants, and commissions.
Our ideal candidate will have experience in strategic development and management of fundraising, ideally in arts organisations, with a proven track record of securing significant grants from public and private funders. This could be the ideal role for somebody looking for a flexible, part-time senior position and for the next exciting step in their fundraising career.
If you’d like to chat about this opportunity, please contact Lewys, Head of Quality Assurance, on lewys@reformradio.co.uk or on 0161 806 0879.
About Reform Radio
Reform Radio is an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation and DAB radio station that broadcasts the best in independent music, arts and culture from Manchester to the world. We use radio as a tool to engage young adults from across the North into high-quality creative training and to support them to build meaningful careers.
Hours: Part-time – 64 hours a month.
Salary: Annual salary of £35,000- £40,000 pro rata, dependent on experience.
Annual Leave: 11.5 days (including bank holidays)/year.
Pension: Optional Nest Pension scheme.
Location: This role is based at the Reform Radio offices in Manchester, but flexible working requests will be considered.
Address: Reform Radio, Bonded Warehouse, Lower Byrom St, Manchester.
Role Description:
There is an exciting opportunity at Reform Radio for a senior fundraising professional with a proven track record of securing significant income through high-level bid writing, partner relations and fundraising to join the team on a 9-12-month maternity-cover contract.
Working with the directors to help shape organisational strategy and align fundraising activity to meet the goals and objectives of the organisation. The right candidate will leverage their experience and contacts to help bring consistent and significant new income to the organisation and bring new ideas and enthusiasm for the work we do and how we can strengthen and support it.
Main responsibilities will include:
* Working closely with the Directors to meet organisational targets and development goals.
* Leading on shaping and writing of large scale bids in response to tenders.
* Researching and developing a pipeline of new grant opportunities.
* Shaping and developing funding bids for trusts, foundations and statutory grants.
* Supporting the Directors on the ACE NPO submission for 2027-2030.
* Building ‘Cases for Support’ relevant to different funding sources.
* To develop a low-level strategy to bring lower level CSR support including sponsorship of outreach programmes.
* Supporting the Head of Quality Assurance on funder and stakeholder reporting.
* Ensuring effective systems and processes are in place which reflect best practice in the sector.
* Providing fundraising advice and support to Reform Radio participants.
* Continuing to improve fundraising systems, policies and procedures.
Person Specification
Essential skills, knowledge and qualities required:
* Minimum 3 years experience in management of fundraising, ideally in arts organisations.
* Proven track record of securing significant grants (£100k+) from public funders and arts funders.
* Relevant experience writing successful bids and tenders.
* Excellent organisation skills and an eye for detail.
* A high level of financial literacy with experience of developing budgets and cashflows.
* A commitment to the vision and mission of Reform Radio.
How To Apply
Closing dates for applicants: This has a rolling deadline, we will review applications as they come in and close the opportunity when we find a suitable candidate. It’s recommended to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out.
We’re asking applicants to send the following in either written, video or audio format:
* A CV (max 2 pages/ 3 minutes)
Including:
* What relevant experience do you have?
* What do you think you would bring to this role and to the organisation?
* Why is the work of Reform Radio important to you?
* Why is this role attractive to you?
Please provide 2 references (we will not contact references unless an offer is made).
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