Title : Fundraising Manager Salary: £31,500 - £34,500 (plus 3% pension contribution) per annum, dependent on experience. Contract: Permanent, full-time,1 month notice period Location : Lyric Theatre, Belfast Hours: Working hours are 37.5 per week (excluding breaks), normally worked between 9am to 5pm. Due to the nature of the business the post holder will also be required to work occasional evenings and weekends. Time off in lieu will be granted for any work done on a statutory holiday. Holidays : 20 days discretionary plus bank/public holidays (currently 11 days). There may be occasions when it is required to work on a public or bank holiday for which a day in lieu will be given. Benefits: Additional paid day off for your birthday; free theatre tickets; free beverages; discounted food; access to free counselling; employer contributed pension; maternity/paternity leave; statutory pay for sickness How to Apply : Via our website Are you passionate about theatre and fundraising? The Lyric Theatre, Northern Irelands cultural heartbeat, is looking for a talented Fundraising Manager to join our team! You will take day-to-day responsibilities for managing Lyric fundraising programmes. Why work with us? Enjoy fantastic benefits like an extra day off for your birthday, free show tickets, discounted food and drinks, and access to wellbeing support. Plus, you'll work in a stunning riverside setting with a multi-award winning team that values inclusivity, creativity, and collaboration. Essential Criteria A degree-level qualification and a minimum of 3 years experience in fundraising, development, marketing or a related environment; OR At least 4 years relevant professional experience in fundraising, development or income generation. Proven experience of planning, managing and delivering fundraising activity with measurable outcomes. First-class written and verbal communication skills, including experience of writing persuasive funding applications or donor communications. Demonstrable ability to build and maintain relationships with people from all backgrounds, including excellent networking and stakeholder management skills. Experience of event planning and delivery. Experience of project management. Strong organisational skills, with experience of managing multiple projects and deadlines. High level of IT literacy, including CRM systems and Microsoft Office. Competence in all marketing and CRM channels, such as DotDogital, LinkedIn and Craft CMS Desirable Criteria The following qualities or experience are also desirable: Experience of making successful fundraising asks. Experience of raising income through fundraising events. Experience of contributing to or delivering a strategic or future-focused fundraising campaign. Experience of using Spektrix, including Opportunities and reporting. Experience of working in, or strong interest in, theatre and the arts. Visit our Career Page on our website for more information about the theatre and to access the full Job Description and links to our Application Form. The application window will close on Fri 09/01 at noon.