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We're the UK's specialist blood cancer charity and our vision is clear: we’re here to beat blood cancer. We fund world-class research; provide information and support to patients and their loved ones; and raise awareness of blood cancer.
We’re looking for a CRM Product Owner to take ownership of our Microsoft Dynamics CRM, ensuring it runs effectively day to day while continuously improving how it supports the organisation. You’ll oversee integrations and data flows across systems, maintain high standards of data quality, and make sure teams across fundraising, digital and finance can rely on accurate, accessible data to deliver campaigns, track income and engage supporters.
We’re also looking for someone who can lead the ongoing development and prioritisation of CRM improvements, working closely with internal teams and external partners to streamline processes and solve problems. You’ll support and guide CRM team members, ensuring work is delivered against priorities and that the system continues to evolve to meet the needs of a fast-paced, insight-driven organisation.
This role requires regular travel to our London office, typically once per month or as the role demands.
We are committed to actively promoting equality, diversity, and inclusivity. In line with our strategy we welcome approaches from individuals from underrepresented groups, including minority communities, and applicants with a disability, to better reflect the community we serve and help broaden our perspectives.
We research, we support, we care. Because it’s time to beat leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma and all types of blood cancer.



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The Talent Set are really excited to be partnering with a mission-driven charity to recruit a Fundraising Consultant to support their Public Fundraising team during a particularly busy and exciting period.
This role sits within a high-performing team, with a strong focus on face-to-face fundraising. The organisation has ambitious growth plans and a number of live projects, and they are looking for someone to come in and help move key workstreams forward.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working at pace, is comfortable navigating complexity, and can quickly get to grips with challenges and turn them into clear, actionable plans.
Key Responsibilities
Person Specification
What’s on Offer
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.
Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
Key information
Location: Manchester, Bristol, Newcastle, Nottingham, or London
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (full time)
Start date: ASAP (we are happy to work with notice periods)
Duration: Permanent
Salary: £41,905 - £45,090 per annum if based in London. £39,255 - £42,440 per annum if based in Bristol, Manchester, Newcastle or Nottingham, plus a £312 yearly tax-free work from home allowance.
Application deadline: Monday 11th May 2026
This application process will consist of 3 stages: Written application, Telephone interview and Assessment Centre (interview & presentation).
Role Summary
As a Senior Partnerships Manager at upReach, you will play a strategic leadership role in shaping the growth, quality, and impact of our partnerships at upReach.
Reporting to the Head of Partnerships within the Income Generation and External Engagement team, you will take strategic ownership of a portfolio of high-value partnerships (5, 6, and 7-figure) within the Tech and STEM sectors, alongside building crucial new partnerships in the sector. Moreover, you will have responsibility for delegated projects that strengthen our partnership strategy and visibility, you will line-manage members of the partnerships team, providing coaching, direction, and support to ensure the team consistently delivers high standards of stewardship, innovation, and income generation.
You’ll act as a senior representative of upReach, cultivating relationships with high-level external stakeholders, championing collaboration across internal teams and identifying new opportunities to raise the visibility and influence of upReach to help drive our mission.
Core Responsibilities
You will play a critical leadership role in advancing upReach’s mission by shaping and scaling high-impact, income-generating partnerships with top employers committed to social mobility. You will lead on delegated strategy projects, mentor and manage members of the partnerships team, and play a key role in upReach’s organisational growth and influence.
Your work will directly support the charity’s strategic partnership priorities: driving sustainable income growth, enhancing partnership impact, and increasing our brand visibility. This role offers scope to lead complex partnerships, influence internal strategy, and champion innovation in partnership delivery. While not exhaustive, your key areas of responsibility include:
Leadership of Employer Partnerships
Lead the strategic management and growth of a portfolio of high-value, multi-year partnerships in Tech and STEM, ensuring strong alignment with upReach’s mission and priorities.
Oversee the quality and consistency of partnership engagement across the team, including partnership health reviews, ensuring best-in-class stewardship and measurable partner outcomes aligned with the Partnerships team's OKRs.
Identify opportunities to deepen relationships, co-create new initiatives, and embed partners in long-term collaboration with upReach.
Working closely with upReach’s Programme teams to ensure partnerships and programmes are delivered to a high standard.
Develop and Secure New Partnerships
Proactively identify, cultivate, and convert a pipeline of four-seven figure prospective partnerships aligned with upReach’s mission and strategic goals.
Lead high-quality prospecting and relationship-building activity, targeting income-generating partnerships that also deliver high-impact opportunities for Associates.
Build strong relationships with key contacts at potential partners, including senior stakeholders within your sectors, through regular in-person and virtual meetings.
Deliver compelling, insight-driven proposals and presentations tailored to organisational priorities and demonstrating mutual value.
Strategic Development
Support the Head of Partnerships in setting partnership strategy and income targets, and contribute to organisational planning and forecasting.
Analyse market trends to identify emerging opportunities and inform the evolution of upReach’s partnership offer.
Contribute to the design and implementation of new strategic initiatives that enhance income diversification and partnership sustainability.
Work cross-functionally to ensure partnership activity is evidence-led, data-informed, and aligned to organisational objectives.
Management within the Partnerships Team
Line manage a Junior Partnerships Manager, supporting their professional development and building team capabilities.
Provide leadership and guidance in managing complex partnerships, offer escalation support, and ensure strategic consistency.
Foster a collaborative, high-performing culture that values innovation, accountability, and shared success.
Champion continuous improvement across the team, ensuring processes, tools, and resources support efficiency and growth.
Stakeholder Representation and Engagement
Deputise, where required, for the Head of Partnerships as a senior representative of upReach at external meetings, conferences, and industry events, building influence and credibility across the social mobility landscape.
Develop relationships with senior external stakeholders, including executive sponsors, industry leaders, and cross-sector collaborators.
Serve as an ambassador for upReach’s mission, promoting our partnership approach and outcomes to new and existing audiences.
Use insight from partner feedback to inform organisational strategy and continuous improvement.
Cross-Functional Collaboration and Innovation
Collaborate with Programme, Finance, Marketing, and Impact teams to ensure partnership activities are well-integrated, efficient, and mission-aligned.
Support the continuous improvement of internal systems (CRM, contracting, invoicing, and reporting) to enable effective delivery and forecasting.
Partner with Marketing & Communications to design and deliver strategic campaigns, thought leadership, and storytelling that elevate upReach’s employer partnerships nationally.
Lead or contribute to cross-organisational projects that enhance income generation, innovation, or partnership experience.
Uphold upReach’s legal, ethical, and data protection responsibilities in all partnership activity.
Skills and Experience
The ideal candidate for the Senior Partnerships Manager should display these behavioural skills:
Exceptional organisational and project management skills, with the ability to lead complex projects and manage multiple strategic priorities autonomously.
Confident and pragmatic decision-maker who exercises sound judgment and provides strategic direction in a fast-paced environment.
Experience leading employer engagement, account management, new business development, or fundraising activity within a purpose-driven, education, or social mobility context.
Proven ability to design and deliver partnership growth strategies that deepen engagement, generate mutual value, and contribute to organisational goals.
Skilled communicator and influencer, capable of articulating complex ideas clearly and persuasively through written reports, presentations, and external representation.
Collaborative leader with experience guiding and supporting colleagues across teams and functions to deliver shared objectives and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Proficient in using CRM or data management systems to oversee pipelines, generate insights, and inform strategic decision-making.
Desirable
Team Culture & Benefits:
We offer:
Flexible and hybrid working.
Statutory Holiday Entitlement of 25 days and bank holidays. This increases to 2 additional days after 2.5 years and then to 3 additional days after 5 years of working with us.
Birthday leave and Volunteering leave
Enhanced Parental Leave beyond statutory requirements for all team members.
3% Pension Contribution, which increased to 5% after 5 years of working with us.
Cycle-to-work scheme.
Monthly socials and annual wellbeing days
Dedication to Staff Wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aid Training.
Personal Development Budget, activated after 6 months in the role.
The opportunity to participate in our fantastic staff networks:
Disability and Inclusion Network
Diverse Roots Network
Green Network
LGBTQ+ Network
Mindfulness Network
Parents and Carers Network
(Im)Migrants Network
Ready to apply?
We are committed to making our recruitment process inclusive. All applications will be blind screened, and our job packs are available in Braille, large text or another format upon request. We can provide reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment application process and on the job, and we'll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible.
Applications close on Monday 11th May at 12pm.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
At upReach, we are committed to being an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, social background or any other protected class. We celebrate and value the diverse perspectives that people from all backgrounds bring to our team. We are passionate about creating a workplace that is inclusive and reflects the diversity of communities across the UK. Diversity in the workplace creates dynamic and effective organisations and we are actively working to build a more inclusive workforce by continuously improving our recruitment, retention, and development practices. We encourage applications from individuals from underrepresented groups, including Black, Asian and other ethnic minority backgrounds, those with disabilities , those who are care-experienced, those from low socio-economic backgrounds, and those who are LGBTQIA+.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Talent Set are delighted to partner with a leading not-for-profit membership organisation to recruit for a Membership Executive role. This pivotal position involves managing and expanding membership portfolios, fostering strong relationships, and ensuring member satisfaction to support organisational growth and engagement.
Key Responsibilities
· Create and deliver high-quality digital content across web, email, and social channels to support member engagement, acquisition, and retention.
· Plan and manage content calendars aligned with campaigns, ensuring consistent messaging around membership benefits, initiatives, and community activity.
· Maintain and optimise website and CMS content, ensuring key information is accurate, user-friendly, and SEO-driven.
· Monitor digital channels and engage with audiences, responding to queries and encouraging active participation within the member community.
· Collaborate with internal teams to develop and execute content strategies that drive membership growth and enhance the overall digital experience.
· Analyse content performance and user behaviour, using data-driven insights to continuously improve engagement and member retention.
Person Specification
· Strong writing and communication skills, with the ability to produce engaging digital content for varied audiences.
· Organised and detail-oriented, with experience managing content calendars and multiple priorities.
· Audience-focused, with the ability to create content that drives engagement and supports membership growth.
· Proactive and creative, with a user-first approach to digital content.
· Experience with CMS, social media, analytics, and CRM systems.
· Collaborative team player, able to work cross-functionally and independently.
What’s on Offer
Salary: c. £35,000 per annum
Hybrid working in London
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.
Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
Salary: £34,000 plus £2,500 car allowance
Contract: Full-time, permanent (35 hours per week)
Location: Hybrid – Oxford (2 days in office with regular travel)
Benefits: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, generous pension contribution, life assurance, employee assistance programme, learning and development support, on-site parking.
We’re looking for a proactive and relationship-driven Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser to join RABI, the farmers’ charity, as part of its Philanthropy and Partnerships team.
Reporting to the Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager, you will support, manage and grow income-generating relationships with corporate partners. You’ll play a key role in developing new partnership opportunities, managing existing accounts, and delivering high-quality stewardship that demonstrates the real impact of corporate support on farming communities.
Working collaboratively across fundraising, marketing, service delivery and finance, you’ll help shape compelling partnership propositions, support employee engagement and fundraising initiatives, and contribute to RABI’s ambitious corporate fundraising strategy and long-term income goals. This is a varied role combining relationship management, creative partnership development and strong internal collaboration within a mission-led organisation.
To be successful as the Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser, you will need:
If you would like to discuss this role with us, please email your CV to [email protected] or contact us quoting reference 2955HB
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency. We use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs and are passionate about improving equality across the sector — you can read more about our commitment to diversity on our website.
We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.
If enough applications are received, the charity reserves the right to close the application period early.
The Project Support Officer will provide administrative support to programmes across the VCS Alliance, working closely with lead staff to ensure tailored support appropriate to each programme’s needs.
The post will also provide general support to all staff and trustees across the VCS Alliance to ensure our work can run smoothly and effectively.
Duties and Responsibilities
Project Support:
Administration
AND MORE! Please read the Job Description.
The VCS Alliance
The VCS Alliance is a charity dedicated to transforming health and social care across Bradford District and Craven. To do this, we act as a bridge between the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector and the Bradford District and Craven Health and Care Partnership, channelling investment into the sector, to deliver transformational programmes. These programmes keep people out of front-line and emergency health services and address health inequalities.
We also provide and support Bradford District and Craven’s VCSE sector voice to contribute to system conversations, leading to better outcomes for our diverse communities. To do our work, we support the convening of spaces and organisations for collaborative conversations leading to better outcomes and learning.
Salary: £28,000 - £35,000
Contract: Temporary (up to 4 months)
Location: Southampton Hybrid working (3 days in the office)
Closing date: ASAP
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Community and Events Officer reporting to the Fundraising Manager, small but mighty, this organisation has a strong local profile and it’s an exciting time to join.
As part of this varied and hands-on role, you will play a key part in maximising income from community fundraising and events, while delivering an excellent supporter experience. You will lead on the organisation of a high-profile flagship event, motivating participants, stewarding supporters and working closely with internal and external marketing and communications teams to drive engagement and income.
To be successful as the Community & Events Officer you will need:
A full UK driving licence and access to a car is required, and flexibility to attend events outside of normal office hours when needed.
If you would like to discuss this role with us please contact us and quote the reference 2911AJ.
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
Salary: £49,217
Contract: 18-month FTC
Location: London Hybrid
Closing date: 5th May
Benefits: Hybrid working, 25 days annual leave (bank holidays) increasing one day each year up to 33 days, up to 10% pension contribution, enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave
We are thrilled to be looking for an Individual Giving Manager to join the amazing team at Imperial Health Charity on an 18-month FTC. This is an exciting opportunity to build and shape a growing Individual Giving programme, taking ownership of face?to?face fundraising, direct marketing, and supporter journeys to deliver sustainable unrestricted income.
As Individual Giving Manager, you will lead the development and delivery of a multi?channel Individual Giving programme, manage all aspects of face?to?face fundraising, work closely with external agencies and internal stakeholders, and use insight and testing to continuously improve performance. This is a newly created role, offering the chance to put plans into action, embed best practice and make a tangible impact from day one.
To be successful as the Individual Giving Manager you will need:
If you would like to discuss this role with us please contact us and quote the reference 2949JP.
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
Smart Works is a dynamic, high profile and fast-growing UK charity that dresses and coaches unemployed women for success at their job interview. We empower each woman by giving her the clothes and the confidence she needs to succeed.
After visiting Smart Works, 68% of clients secure a job within a month, gaining financial independence and transforming their lives.
The Smart Works service is delivered in London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Birmingham, Newcastle, Reading, Bristol and Leeds. Over the past ten years, Smart Works has helped over 50,000 women, and last year alone we reached 10,600 women. It is our mission that any woman who needs our service should be able to find her way to a Smart Works centre.
In 2025 we launched our new 5-year strategy- we are aiming to build a future where every woman, at any stage of her career, can access trusted, personalised support to secure employment. We aspire to be local in feel, national in reach, shaped by the voices of women, valuing every story and every success.
More information about who we are can be found on our Smart Works website.
About the Role
This is an exciting role that will lead the successful growth and delivery of the Smart Works Pop Up Shops and sales, other fundraising events and the community fundraising programme. Managing the Events and Community Manager(s), you will work closely with the Wardrobe and wider Partnerships Team to deliver exceptional events, raise vital funds and secure stock for clients and fundraising.
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing a robust strategy of Pop up shops and Sales, Events and Community Fundraising, to generate £800k+ of in-year income, and bolster future financial and community engagement opportunities.
The candidate will also work closely with the Head of Wardrobe and Retail Partnerships Manager, growing partnerships with retail brands which support Smart Works’ activities.
We seek a Head with experience in delivering end-to-end events, as well as demonstrable experience of fundraising through retail activations. An ability to work under pressure, deliver to tight deadlines, juggle conflicting priorities and exceed set targets will be key.
How to Apply
Please read through the full job pack attached and then submit a CV and a cover letter by 12pm on Monday 4th May.
1st round interviews will take place on Monday 18th or Tuesday 19th May and will be virtual. If you are unable to attend a virtual interview for any reason, please let us know to discuss another arrangement.
2nd round interviews will take place on Tuesday 2nd or Wednesday 3rd June and will be in person at Smart Works North London centre.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or alterations for the application and recruitment processes, please contact us.
Smart Works is committed to best practice employment practices, including reducing the burden for those seeking work. Smart Works will therefore reimburse reasonable costs of travel to interviews if required.
We exist to give unemployed women the clothing, coaching and confidence they need to succeed at interview and get the job.



Salary: £40,000 - £45,000
Contract: Permanent
Location: Hybrid (Peterborough office 1 day per month)
Closing date: 29th April
Benefits: Flexible working policies, free gym membership at Peterborough office, life assurance
We have a great opportunity for a Senior Individual Giving Manager working for a national health charity dedicated to improving the lives of people and families affected by a serious, life limiting lung condition.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced individual giving specialist to take real ownership of a growing programme, shaping strategy while remaining closely connected to delivery. The role offers the chance to lead data?led acquisition, develop meaningful donor journeys and embed inclusive, donor centred fundraising approaches within an ambitious organisation working to a new five year strategy.
As part of this exciting role, you will lead and grow the individual giving programme across regular giving, direct mail (digital and print), in memory giving and lottery activity. You will develop and deliver engaging multichannel campaigns, using insight and segmentation to improve acquisition, retention and lifetime value. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will identify opportunities to introduce fundraising asks within wider engagement journeys, ensuring supporters feel valued, informed and inspired.
To be successful as the Senior Individual Giving Manager, you will need:
If you would like to discuss this role with us please email your CV to [email protected] or contact us and quote the reference 2953AJ
Interviews – virtual – 1st or 4th May
Second stage in person - 8th May or 11th
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
Salary: £36,565 - £38,000
Contract: 3-month FTC, starting ASAP
Location: Hybrid (2 days/week in office), Rugby, Warwickshire (with regular travel to events)
Closing date: ASAP
We have an exciting opportunity for a Fundraising Events & Challenges Manager, reporting to the Head of Mass Fundraising, working for the Air Ambulance Service. Funded almost entirely by public generosity, this organisation is passionate about innovation, supporter experience and making every pound raised go further.
As part of this varied and rewarding role, you will lead the strategy, development and delivery of a diverse programme of challenge events and in-house fundraising events. You will be responsible for maximising income, recruitment and retention, while ensuring events are delivered safely, compliantly and within budget. You will line-manage and develop an events team, providing strong leadership and direction, and work collaboratively across fundraising, marketing and compliance to deliver standout supporter experiences.
To be successful as the Fundraising Events & Challenges Manager you will need:
If you would like to discuss this role with us please contact us and quote the reference 2948HB.
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
The governance and policy manager is a senior strategic and operational role responsible for leading, coordinating, and strengthening all governance-related functions across World Physiotherapy. Reporting directly to the CEO, the role ensures the organisation consistently meets the highest standards of governance, compliance, transparency, and accountability, in line with its global mission and constitutional framework.
The postholder serves as a key advisor to the CEO, board, and leadership structures, ensuring governance systems are robust, efficient, and appropriate for an international membership organisation. The role works closely with member organisations (MOs), regions, and speciality groups to enhance governance practices, ensure policy alignment, and support coherent decision-making across the global network.
The role also contributes to organisational direction by actively participating in the development and implementation of the World Physiotherapy strategic plan and supporting alignment with regional and other strategic plans.
1. Governance leadership and oversight
2. Board and executive support
3. General meeting (GM) management
4. Regional elections coordination
5. Policy development and management
6. Strategic planning and alignment
7. Support to member organisations, regions, and specialty groups
8. Stakeholder engagement and communication
9. Continuous improvement and risk management
Person specification
Education and qualifications
Essential experience and skills
Desirable
Personal attributes
Impact of the role
This role is critical to ensuring World Physiotherapy operates with excellence in governance and policy. The governance and policy manager supports effective decision-making at the highest level, strengthens organisational credibility, and contributes to a cohesive, well-governed global network aligned with its strategic objectives.
Only candidates invited for interview will be contacted.
To represent physiotherapy across the globe, advancing our profession and advocating access for all, to improve health and wellbeing.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Chief Executive & Creative Director holds the most senior post at Dance City, unites the creative and strategic functions of the organisation, and is accountable to the board of trustees for the good management and impact of the charity. The Chief Executive & Creative Director leads and works collaboratively with the board, senior management team (SMT) and stakeholders and partners to ensure that Dance City creates opportunities for people to create, produce and experience dance at its very best. The Chief Executive & Creative Director drives the business, identifying commercial opportunities, securing financial resilience, and ensuring that Dance City’s programme is at the vanguard of sustainable dance development in the region. The Chief Executive & Creative Director is based in the northeast and plays an active role in the social life and cultural communities of the region.
Role Profile and Person Specification
Key deliverables
Lead on Dance City’s vision, values and organisational objectives and ensure the relevance and sustainability of its creative programme.
Ensure there is alignment between Dance City’s creative ambitions and its business needs and that all activity is delivered to the highest possible standards to plan and within budget.
Grow the organisation’s earned income and shape and set targets for initiatives embracing commercial ventures, corporate partnerships, public funding, trusts and foundations and individual philanthropy.
Be accountable to the board and to funding bodies, and for the responsible stewardship of Dance City.
Ensure a strong profile and reputation for the organisation and for dance practice locally, regionally, nationally and internationally.
Initiate, develop and sustain partnerships with existing and potential funders and key stakeholders.
Lead and enable the senior team; motivate, inspire, and support the development of the wider staff team.
Role profile
Leadership and governance
Work closely with the Chair and Trustees to ensure the good governance of the charity and that organisational performance is structured and monitored using well articulated, achievable KPIs.
Support Trustees in being an effective Board, ensuring it comprises the appropriate range of skills and has access to training and development opportunities.
Deploy Trustees’ skills and networks to identify and activate opportunities for commercial development and business growth.
Be an inclusive leader, collaborate with and empower the SMT, and motivate, support and develop the wider staff team.
Advocacy, profile and civic engagement
Promote the profile and reputation of Dance City locally, regionally, nationally and internationally.
Initiate and enable constructive debate about dance and its development by artists, policy-makers and the public, and to promote Dance City’s role in dance leadership.
Articulate the transformative potential of dance in enabling social cohesion, the centrality of its place in the wider creative industries sector, and its potential, through civic partnerships and collaboration, to make a major contribution to the economy and well being of the city and region.
Ensure Dance City is part of local, regional, national and international arts discussions and networks, is represented at key events and viewed as crucial to decision-making processes in the dance and wider cultural and social sectors.
Be the face of Dance City in professional and community networks and at events in the northeast; communicate and advocate for its plans and ambitions to the widest range of people including politicians, the media, funders, artists, audiences and the public.
Creative
Shape, co-create and communicate the creative vision for Dance City.
Oversee the development and delivery of a creative programme which appeals to a wide range of audiences, demonstrates excellence, and sets out to grow appetite and demand for diverse dance experiences.
Build and manage sustainable commercial and funding partnerships which will enhance the profile of the programme and enable the commissioning, programming and presentation of dance within and beyond Dance City.
Oversee the evaluation of the programme, to ensure quality, to engage in reflection and implement learning with colleagues.
Maintain an overview of the local and national dance ecology in order to inform advocacy and planning.
Brand, commercial performance and income
Oversee the design and delivery of effective marketing and communications strategies that are developed and effectively delivered, to retain existing and grow new audiences for dance in the northeast and to promote the Dance City brand.
Be proactive in the development and delivery of effective fundraising and income generation strategies for Dance City, to ensure that contributed income grows and is diversified, and to develop commercial opportunities enabled by the building and programme.
Play an active role in identifying and approaching prospective donors, sponsors and funding partners.
Develop, maintain, and strengthen relationships with existing and potential supporters and to lead on key public funding and donor relationships.
Finance and operations
Be accountable for the financial operation of the organisation, ensuring budgets are set and monitored, appropriate financial policies and procedures are in place, compliance with appropriate legal and fiscal frameworks is followed, and that there is timely reporting to the relevant funders and authorities.
Oversee and ensure the smooth and efficient management of Dance City’s facilities and infrastructure.
Ensure Dance City remains a visible champion of environmental responsibility.
Ensure the organisation is fully compliant with all legal requirements, including health and safety, and that all staff are trained appropriately.
People and culture
Set the tone for and model the organisational culture, be an inclusive and consultative leader, championing employee wellbeing and engagement.
Ensure that appropriate policies and procedures are in place for recruitment, induction, appraisals and the professional development of staff.
Ensure the organisation upholds its principles of equity, diversity and inclusion, valuing the wellbeing of all colleagues.
Person specification
Essential
Has held a senior role in a cultural venue or within an organisation with a substantial arts programme or partnerships; is well networked in and beyond the cultural and creative industries.
Understanding of the current landscape and eco-system in the cultural sector and awareness of local/national political initiatives that will impact on - and create opportunities for - Dance City and its partner organisations.
Understanding of the legal, fiscal, social and political context within which the arts operate, and the contribution they make to health, education, social cohesion and civic pride.
Understanding of the needs of dance as an art form and a commitment to best practice and to promoting inclusion and equality of opportunity.
An inclusive leader with experience of overseeing organisational transformation and managing change.
A track record in relationship building, working in partnership with a range of funders, agencies and organisations, and of successful fundraising and income generation from a range of sources.
A strong advocate and compelling storyteller, able to network, represent the organisation, communicate its vision and inspire confidence among existing and potential peers and stakeholders.
Strong financial literacy and skills, knowledge of charity governance and relevant financial policies and procedures; experience of senior financial accountability.
Experience of working effectively with a Board of Directors, understanding of best practice in governance and organisational development.
A commitment to living in the region, able to travel nationally and internationally, and to work some evenings and weekends where there is reasonable expectation to attend events.
Desirable
Experience of running a building with a diverse and impactful arts programme.
An extensive network in the cultural sector.
Experience of significant national/international cultural partnership projects.
Experience of managing significant public investment programmes such as ACE NPO, Creative Scotland RFO or equivalent.
Equity, diversity and inclusion
At Dance City we believe that voices and perspectives from a range of backgrounds and lived experiences make our understanding of the world and the arts more relevant.
We believe that difference is our strength.
Therefore we actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and those that are under-represented in our city and region and in dance leadership.
Our mission is to ensure the northeast of England is the best place to dance and to experience dance.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.