Development Assistant

We are seeking a Development Assistant to join us at one of the UK’s most successful public art galleries. We have welcomed more than 1.6 million visitors since opening in May 2011 and have firmly established the gallery as a major local, national and international visitor attraction.

The Development and Communications team is responsible for maintaining and growing the gallery’s reputation as a world-class cultural centre, for developing audiences for the diverse mix of programming we present and to increase income from a wide variety of fundraising sources.

As Development Assistant, you will provide dedicated fundraising and administration support to help us reach our ambitious fundraising targets by implementing efficient procedures to ensure excellent stewardship of all gallery supporters.

You will have a good understanding of fundraising along with excellent interpersonal and communications skills, be comfortable handling data and have meticulous attention to detail. You will research and identify new fundraising prospects and take responsibility for the administration of fundraised income so an understanding of financial processes is essential.

If you have an interest in the arts and would like to begin your career in fundraising, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.  This position could suit a recent graduate.

For more information on how to apply please visit http://www.hepworthwakefield.org/jobs/

Please note, we do not accept CVs and can only accept applications on our application form.

Deadline for applications is 5pm on Monday 16 January. Interviews will be held on Friday 27 January 

No agencies please.