Overview
Newhampton Arts Centre is looking for an experienced fundraiser to join our executive team at this exciting time in our capital redevelopment programme. Our historic site, the former Wolverhampton Municipal Grammar School, is one of Wolverhampton’s most recognisable buildings and sits on a key entry point to the city centre. After thirty years as NAC we are embarking on a process of renewal and redevelopment across our site to make it fit for the twenty-first century as the city’s creative hub. The Capital Campaign Manager will work alongside the CEO and Chair to drive our campaign to secure the next 30 years of creativity onsite for the city of Wolverhampton.
The role will build on the considerable progress made so far in our capital campaign and develop it into a public appeal with a clear and compelling rationale for investment. The role will also involve building the relationships that are vital to ensuring this campaign has broad support at local and regional level and taking the lead on funding submissions that ultimately will secure the resources necessary to achieve the capital development. The successful candidate will have at least five years successful fundraising experience including meeting targets and milestones. They will have the communication and networking skills to engage with a wide variety of stakeholders to build a broad campaign; and the ability to execute a successful fundraising strategy. This is a senior role working alongside the CEO and Chair. It’s an exciting opportunity to shape a major capital campaign that will make a lasting difference to the citizens of Wolverhampton.
Responsibilities
* Drive the capital campaign in collaboration with the CEO and Chair to secure ongoing support for the capital redevelopment.
* Develop the campaign into a public appeal with a clear and compelling rationale for investment.
* Build and maintain relationships with local and regional stakeholders to ensure broad support.
* Lead on funding submissions to secure resources for the capital development.
Qualifications
* At least five years of successful fundraising experience, including meeting targets and milestones.
* Strong communication and networking skills to engage with a wide variety of stakeholders.
* Ability to implement and execute a successful fundraising strategy.
Application Process
Please submit a completed application form to admin@newhamptonarts.co.uk by the closing date. The form is available to download below. If you would like to submit in an alternative format please email us on the above before the closing date or phone 01902 572090.
Closing Date: Monday 10 March 2025 – 12 noon.
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* Application Form - Download (Word Document)
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