Development Director

7 days ago


Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Scottish Opera Full time

Job Title: Fundraising Development Director

Location: Glasgow and occasional travel to other locations across Scotland

About the Role:

  • To develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy that supports the growth of Scottish Opera's income and revenue
  • To build and maintain relationships with existing and prospective donors, including major donors, trusts, and foundations
  • To identify and pursue new funding opportunities, including grants, corporate sponsorships, and individual donations
  • To manage and coordinate fundraising events, appeals, and campaigns
  • To provide high-quality stewardship and recognition to our donors, ensuring they feel valued and appreciated

Key Responsibilities:

  • Developing and implementing a comprehensive fundraising strategy that aligns with Scottish Opera's business objectives
  • Building and maintaining relationships with existing and prospective donors, including major donors, trusts, and foundations
  • Identifying and pursuing new funding opportunities, including grants, corporate sponsorships, and individual donations
  • Managing and coordinating fundraising events, appeals, and campaigns
  • Providing high-quality stewardship and recognition to our donors, ensuring they feel valued and appreciated

Requirements:

  • Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience in a related field
  • Proven track record of securing funding from a range of sources, including trusts, foundations, and individual donors
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong understanding of fundraising principles and practices, including major donor fundraising, grant writing, and event management
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a focus on delivering results

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary of £45,000 - £55,000 per annum, depending on experience
  • Generous benefits package, including flexible working hours, employer pension contribution, health cash plan, and more

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and experienced fundraiser looking for a new challenge, please submit your application, including your CV and a covering letter, to us via email.



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