Head of Development

Job Overview

• Job Title:
  
  Head of Development
• Salary: £40k-£50k
• Hours:
  
  Full time
• Role:
  Fundraising
• Contract:
  
  Contract
• Closing date:
  Fri, 30 Jan 2026

Work closely with the Director to manage relationships and raise funds from Trusts, Foundations, Corporates and Individuals to support the Gallery’s mission. Lead the strategic planning, execution and growth of the gallery's fundraising efforts.

• Strategic Planning & Leadership
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy to support the gallery's exhibitions, public programming, capital renewal and endowment.
  • Lead and manage, with the Director, all fundraising activities including annual giving, major gifts, legacy giving, membership, grants and corporate partnerships.
  • Set annual income targets and monitor progress, adjusting strategies to ensure goals are met.
• Donor & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Build and manage relationships with major donors, patrons and sponsors.
  • Oversee donor communications, appropriate acknowledgements and stewardship activities to maintain and deepen engagement.
  • Represent the gallery at fundraising events, networking functions and relevant public engagements.
• Campaigns & Special Initiatives
  • Design and implement major fundraising campaigns, including gala events.
• Grants & Proposal Writing
  • Identify and pursue funding opportunities from trusts and foundations.
  • Supervise grant writing, reporting, evaluation and compliance processes.
• Collaboration & Reporting
  • Work closely with curatorial, marketing and education teams to align fundraising with programming.
  • Provide regular fundraising reports and forecasts to the board.
  • Support the Board of Trustees and Fundraising Committee with strategy, materials and coordination.

• Experience
  • Proven track record (3+ years) in fundraising roles, preferably within the arts, cultural or nonprofit sector.
  • Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities.
  • Knowledge of fundraising regulations and donor data systems.
  • Strategic thinker with a passion for the arts and community engagement.
• Desirable skills and abilities
  • Creative approach to donor engagement and storytelling.
  • Excellent organisational and communication skills.
  • Excellent relationship management skills.
  • Experience with legacy and endowment fundraising.
  • Existing networks in the arts or philanthropic community.
• Personal attributes
  • Flexible team member with the ability to collaborate and support other colleagues.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Undertake any other duties as may be reasonably required by the Director.
  • May involve occasional evening and weekend working; time off in lieu will be provided.