£25,500 - £26,300
Closing Date 11 January 2026
Permanent, Full Time
About the Organisation
The Edinburgh International Book Festival is a world-leading cultural Festival, with democracy, creativity and ideas exchange at its heart. We celebrate the power of words and writing in all of their dynamic and imaginative forms, bringing diverse perspectives together, and empowering our audiences to deepen their understanding of our everchanging world.
Since 1983, we have welcomed hundreds of thousands of visitors to engage with the world's greatest and emerging writers, thinkers, artists, and performers. Each year, we programme innovative events that broaden the horizons and enrich the minds of our audiences, both in Edinburgh and online. These take the form of on-stage conversations, workshops, creative masterclasses, think tanks, and more, all informed by a culture of open dialogue, curiosity about the perspectives of others, and active embracing of new ideas and experiences.
About the Role
If you love working with people and are highly organised this could be the role for you. This exciting role involves working in a busy and fast paced development team and would be ideal if you are looking to start a career in Fundraising. Our Development Assistant helps keep everything running smoothly across the whole team, from managing our CRM system and maintaining accurate data, to responding to enquiries and supporting fundraising activity. You'll play a vital part in ensuring donors, members and supporters feel valued and engaged, providing first-class customer service.
How to Apply
Deadline: Sunday 11 January
Interviews: will be held in w/c 19 January
The Edinburgh International Book Festival is an equal opportunities employer and a Real Living Wage employer. Our work is framed by a commitment to Equity, Diversity, Care and Inclusion. The Book Festival is a working environment where everyone is treated fairly, and our differences are celebrated as strengths. We actively encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. If you have any specific access requirements, please let us know and we will do our best to meet your needs.