Head of Development

Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time
Salary: £50,000 – 55,000
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Works with: Head of Business Incubation, Head of Marketing, Head of Operations – Maternity Cover

Applications due by: Midnight, 12th September 2024

Cockpit is a centre of excellence in craft and home to over 175 of the world’s finest makers.  Established in 1986, Cockpit is a registered charity and an award-winning social enterprise. Cockpit provides business support and dedicated studio space to enable makers to make the most of their talent. With an international reputation for excellence, Cockpit is proud to have launched the careers of many of the leading names in contemporary craft.

As a key member of the leadership team, the Head of Development plays a vital role in securing significant income to support Cockpit’s activities and ambitions. Working closely with the Chief Executive, other members of the senior leadership team and the Board of Trustees, the Head of Development will deliver significant income for Cockpit against agreed fundraising targets, currently c£350,000.

This role would suit an entrepreneurial self-starter with significant fundraising experience and a demonstrable track record of securing funds from Trusts and Foundations. The role requires effective management of existing relationships and the ability to work strategically to attract new support. You will have a sound understanding of individual and corporate fundraising, planning campaigns and events with the ability to develop and deliver revenues from the same.

We are seeking an individual who is a real team player, wants to be involved in the development of Cockpit and who is highly competent, organised and efficient in their working practices and is a self-starter.

To apply: 

1. Download the job pack from Cockpit's website.

2. Submit a CV along with a covering letter of no more than 500 words setting out your interest in Cockpit, this post and how your skills and experience fulfil the job description.