Fundraiser Opportunity at Jack Drum Arts

Jack Drum Arts, a County Durham-based social enterprise, is seeking an experienced fundraiser to help drive our fundraising strategy. While a key focus will be securing grants from major national funders, we are also really keen to hear from candidates with a broader range of fundraising experience.

We are particularly interested in individuals who have successfully raised funds through alternative income streams, such as:

- Individual Giving
- Corporate Sponsorship
- Legacy Giving
- Crowd Funding
- Organising Fundraising Events

Key Responsibilities:

- Identify suitable funding opportunities aligned with our current and future work
- Create compelling proposals and grant applications
- Develop and maintain relationships with funders and donors

Essential Experience:

- Proven success in securing funding from major national trusts and foundations
- Excellent written communication and storytelling skills
- Ability to work effectively under deadlines
- Strong understanding of the UK funding landscape, especially in the arts, heritage, and the voluntary and community sector

Contract Details:

- Anticipated commitment of one day per week, role could be on a freelance or PAYE basis
- Pay rate negotiable based on experience and availability

If you think you fit the brief, we would love to hear from you.

Please send an expression of interest outlining your relevant experience, along with a CV (maximum 2 pages of A4), to helen@jackdrum.co.uk by 30th June.