Head of Trusts and Foundations

Could you use your Trusts and Foundations fundraising expertise to help transform lives through music?

There's so much more than classical music at the organisation we are partnering with. As their brand-new Head of Trusts and Foundations, you'll raise money to support a world-class orchestra, venue and choir; empower young people through music; and support a diverse cultural programme ranging from rock to folk and jazz, film to comedy and spoken work.

You'll also fundraise from statutory sources for musical programmes with the power to change lives, working side-by-side with NHS trusts and primary care, supporting community participants with mental and physical health.

Salary: £40-45k
Location: Hybrid, Liverpool and home (2-3 office days per week)
Hours: 35 hours FTE, full-time or part-time considered
Benefits: 26 days, pension, complimentary tickets, health cash plan, discounted travel and parking, service awards
Culture: Life and family-friendly, supportive and empowering, aiming to help you to thrive

About the role
As a senior member of the Development team, you'll play an instrumental role raising essential funds to support pioneering Music and Health initiatives, including the nationally-renowned 'In Harmony' music education program (reaching almost 1,800 young people across Merseyside).

With a wide variety of ways for funders to get involved, this is a genuinely exciting role, providing a chance to get creative with a varied portfolio. Trusts and foundations income is in There's real growth potential when it comes to statutory income too. So, this is all about maximising opportunities and working innovatively to explore new relationships and introduce funders to the organisation's work.

Question: Working closely with the artistic team, what new funding opportunities might be accessible if together you can demonstrate the life-changing impact on young people, or people living with mental and physical health challenges?

About you
First of all, you don't need to come with an encyclopaedic knowledge of classical music. But, you'll definitely need an appreciation of the power music has to change lives and a curiosity to learn more.

To apply for this exciting role, we'd love you to showcase the following skills, experience and behaviours:

• Previous track-record of securing income from trusts and foundations.
• Confidence in building external relationships and engaging with statutory funders.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Talent for crafting persuasive and compelling proposals.
• Strong organisational skills, with keen attention-to-detail.
• Proficiency in budget development, financial reporting, and data analysis.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Collaborative team player, with warm and inclusive interpersonal skills.

If you're as excited by this opportunity as we are, then what are you waiting for?

Please send a copy of your profile or CV to Amelia Lee at Charity People as the first step.

Deadline: 9am on Wednesday 13th November

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