We’re looking for a Director of Professional Development to join YAF’s leadership team for a two year term, starting in June 2025.
As Director of Professional Development, you’ll lead our flagship programme, Evolve, which has been going from strength to strength since 2016. This 10-month professional development scheme matches early-career arts fundraisers with senior fundraisers in the sector and provides peer-to-peer mentoring, workshops, and networking. A key objective of your role will be to build on this success and work with our partners at the Chartered Institute of Fundraising's Cultural Sector Network to secure the programme's future.
What you’ll gain:
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Valuable leadership experience in a respected arts organisation
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Expanded professional network across the cultural sector
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Opportunity to design our strategy and shape YAF’s future
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Skills in programme management, mentoring, and partnership development
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Chance to make a significant impact on the future of arts fundraising
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Experience working with a passionate team dedicated to transforming professional development in arts fundraising
A peer-led professional network for early-career fundraisers in the arts sector
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a Director of Events & Operations to join YAF’s leadership team for the next two years starting in June 2025. We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual to manage our programme of events and oversee our operational management.
What you’ll gain:
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Valuable leadership experience in a respected arts organisation
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Expanded professional network across the cultural sector
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Opportunity to design our strategy and shape YAF’s future
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Skills in events management, leadership, and strategy planning
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Chance to make a significant impact on the future of arts fundraising
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Experience working with a passionate team dedicated to improving acccessibility in arts fundraising
A strong interest in arts fundraising and the aspiration to develop your career within the cultural sector are essential. It is not essential that you currently work within the arts.
A peer-led professional network for early-career fundraisers in the arts sector
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.