This is a practical, hands-on development role in a small team with wide-ranging opportunities to develop new skills and gain experience of development and working in a growing arts organisation. This role will work closely with the Development Director to make sure fundraising is well organised, professionally delivered to the highest of standards and followed up by the appropriate team member. The postholder will play a key role in managing the funding pipeline, research, communications, partnerships and supporter activity needed for Oxford Song's plans through to 2028. We are looking for someone who: is organised, accurate and attentive to detail, writes clearly and can adapt their style for different audiences, is comfortable managing deadlines, systems and information, is proactive, calm, dependable and willing to learn While we expect to appoint at Development Manager level, candidates should normally have at least two years' relevant fundraising experience, including ideally experience of trusts and foundations, donor stewardship or fundraising administration. We would also consider appointing a strong entry-level candidate at Development Officer level where they can demonstrate excellent writing, strong organisational skills. Trusts and foundations: Manage the application and reporting pipeline; research prospective funders; draft high-quality applications, proposals and reports; and ensure grant conditions and deadlines are met. Prospect research and fundraising systems: Research prospective supporters and maintain accurate fundraising, prospect, pledge and gift records, particularly through Spektrix Opportunities, to support effective segmentation and follow-up. Donor communications and stewardship: Draft donor correspondence, renewals, updates and fundraising materials; support thoughtful stewardship of existing and prospective supporters; and ensure gifts and relationships are appropriately acknowledged and followed up. Partnerships: Support the Development Director in developing and managing partnerships, identifying opportunities for fundraising, sponsorship, audience development and wider supporter engagement. Events, donors and VIPs: Help plan and deliver receptions, cultivation events. If you're interested in applying but would like to have a conversation first then feel free to be in touch. To apply please send your CV and a cover letter by email to the email address below, explaining why you would like to work for Oxford Song and how your skills and experience relate to the role to: Alice Boff, Development Director If possible, please also tell us: your possible start date, your preferred regular working days and hours, where you are usually based and whether you can travel to Oxford.Job Summary
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understands that good fundraising depends on thoughtful relationships and reliable follow-up, can work independently while staying connected to a small team, is interested in the arts, education, charities or the role culture can play in people's lives
brings good judgement, discretion and warmth to working relationships.Job Responsibilities
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