Fundraising and Development Manager

We are looking for an experienced fundraiser, proficient in writing bids and building supporters across the fundraising spectrum. With excellent written and communication skills, you will take the lead on coordinating and writing bids and campaigns. You’ll initiate and develop strong relationships with current and new funding bodies, individuals and corporate sponsors alike.

The ideal candidate will share our values and be able to demonstrate high levels of accountability, flexibility and motivation to lead our fundraising strategy.  The successful candidate will play a key role in the Venture Arts management team and be a central part of the charity’s ongoing development. 

Salary:          £31,000 – £32,500

Hours:           37.5 hours per week (full time)

Contract:     Permanent

Holidays:      20 days plus bank holidays and an additional week at Easter and two weeks over Christmas when the Venture Arts studio closes.

b) complete the application form, which can be downloaded on our website here.

c) submit it (preferably by email to marisa@venturearts.org) by the deadline listed below.

d) complete the anonymous equal opportunities form online at https://form.jotform.com/212772637073054

If you have enquiries, require access support, or if you would like to make an application in a different format, please get in touch with Marisa Draper at marisa@venturearts.org or 0161 232 1223 and we will support where possible.

Application Deadline and Interview Dates

Deadline for applications: 12noon on Monday 9 October 2023 – late applications will not be considered

Interviews to be held: Tuesday 24 October 2023