Company Overview

Holocaust Centre North promotes education on the Holocaust and post-Holocaust issues, including building new lives in the North of England and intergenerational memory and trauma. Our work across collections, learning, artistic research and survivor welfare seeks to foster a culture of care and promotes awareness about the relevance of Holocaust history in the present. We work closely with refugees of Nazi persecution, their families and carers, artistic practitioners, researchers and schools to create a space for nuanced dialogue about the ongoing relevance of the Holocaust. We strive to provide opportunities for reflection on the role that this dark chapter of our shared history plays in the now and to reframe Holocaust memory within contemporary critical frameworks.

Summary

Are you an ambitious fundraising professional ready to elevate your career to the next level? We are seeking a dynamic and passionate individual to step into the exciting role of Head of Fundraising within our small but ambitious and growing team. This is a unique opportunity to significantly shape and expand our fundraising strategy while working alongside enthusiastic, dedicated, and caring colleagues committed to making a meaningful impact through powerful community engagement and thought-provoking contemporary dialogue.

As Head of Fundraising, you will have the opportunity to take on significant responsibility by innovating and enhancing our membership programme, forging new and impactful corporate partnerships, and curating engaging annual fundraising events. Your creativity and strategic insight will directly influence our future growth and sustainability. We have a proven track record in supporting and developing our team members to achieve their professional goals, ensuring you have ample opportunities for growth and advancement.

At Holocaust Centre North, genuine community relationships lie at the heart of our mission. You will play a pivotal role in deepening and strengthening these vital connections, ensuring the long-term sustainability of our work in Holocaust memory and contemporary critical engagement.

Join us and make a meaningful difference in a supportive environment where your ambition and vision can thrive!

Main Duties and Responsibilities

To strengthen Holocaust Centre North ‘s patrons’ scheme ‘The Northern Line’

• To co-ordinate ‘The Northern Line’, Holocaust Centre North’s new supporter initiative to deepen engagement with supporters, and generate unrestricted income for the charity
• Build a community of supporters, managing day to day engagement and enquiries and be their first point of contact
• To work with our communities’ team and archive team to proactively acquire new supporters.
• Identify and organise trips, events and other activities for supporters to encourage donations and participation with the charity’s work
• Manage Donorfy (our CRM system) creating, updating and managing donor records, ensuring compliance with GDPR guidelines.
• Monitor and evaluate the success of the patrons’ scheme, compiling quarterly reports with statistical data, case studies, and impact assessments.
• Represent Holocaust Centre North with integrity, passion, and professionalism, strengthening its reputation and community engagement.

To lead on grants fundraising

• Work with the Director to identify new funding opportunities, including Trusts and Foundations, to support Holocaust Centre North’s work.
• Develop compelling cases for support tailored to different funders.
• Take the lead on preparing applications for smaller and/or family trusts and foundations, ensuring well-researched, high-quality submissions.
• Oversee ongoing grant reporting, working closely with the Finance Manager to ensure compliance with funder requirements and timely reporting.

To establish a corporate giving programme

• Develop and implement a corporate giving strategy, identifying potential business partners and sponsorship opportunities.
• Build relationships with corporate partners to secure financial support, in-kind donations, and sponsorship for Holocaust Centre North’s programmes and events.
• Create compelling engagement opportunities for corporate partners, such as exclusive events, CSR activities, and workplace fundraising initiatives.
• Manage corporate donor relationships, ensuring regular communication, stewardship, and impact reporting.

To establish and run an annual programme of fundraising initiatives

• Plan, organise, and deliver an annual fundraising gala or dinner to raise significant unrestricted income.
• Identify and deliver other fundraising events such as film screenings, community activities, or challenge events.
• Explore opportunities for regular giving, online fundraising, and donor acquisition through Holocaust Centre North’s website, social media, and digital platforms.

To establish and run an annual programme of fundraising initiatives

• Plan, organise, and deliver an annual fundraising gala or dinner to raise significant unrestricted income.
• Identify and deliver other fundraising events such as film screenings, community activities, or challenge events.
• Explore opportunities for regular giving, online fundraising, and donor acquisition through
• Inspire supporters to become volunteer fundraisers, equipping them with the tools to generate funds through their own initiatives.
• Ensure fundraising events and initiatives align with Holocaust Centre North’s mission, values, and strategic objectives.

Person Specification

Experience

• Proven experience in fundraising, with a track record in individual giving, corporate partnerships, or event fundraising.
• Experience of engaging and stewarding donors, supporters, or stakeholders in a charity or cultural organisation.
• Experience in writing successful funding applications for trusts, foundations, or statutory funders.
• Experience in planning and delivering fundraising events, including donor cultivation events and community fundraising initiatives.
• Experience of working with communities, volunteers, or grassroots networks to encourage participation and engagement.

Skills

• Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to connect with supporters, funders, and corporate partners.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling fundraising applications, donor communications, and event materials.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Ability to analyse fundraising data and trends to inform strategy and reporting.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, ensuring efficient record-keeping and reporting.
• Confidence in public speaking and presenting to potential donors, partners, and community groups.

Interests / Personal Attributes

• A passion for the work of museums, heritage and the role of the charity sector in bringing communities together.
• A commitment to ethical fundraising and relationship-driven donor stewardship.
• A proactive and creative approach to fundraising, with the ability to spot new opportunities and develop innovative ideas.
• A collaborative and team-oriented mindset, with a willingness to work closely with colleagues across Collections, Learning & Communities, as well as University partners.
• A commitment to inclusivity, accessibility, and engaging diverse communities in fundraising activities.
• Resilience and adaptability, with the ability to navigate challenges and maintain enthusiasm in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for events and donor engagement activities.
• Interest in Holocaust education and its potential to be a force for good in the modern world, memory, and contemporary critical engagement with history.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please submit:

• Your CV - This should include your professional experience relevant to the role, whether in a paid or voluntary capacity.
• A Cover Letter - Please explain how you meet the experience, skills and interests/personal attributes criteria in the person specification, providing examples where possible.

We recognise that some candidates may prefer to demonstrate their achievements visually or through other formats. If you would like to, please feel free to attach links, PDFs, photos or videos in support of your application.

Deadline for applications: 23rd April 2025

Please apply by submitting the above to Dr. Alessandro Bucci (a.bucci@hud.ac.uk)

We look forward to receiving your application and appreciate you taking the time to read this opportunity.

For more information, please visit: https://holocaustcentrenorth.org.uk/about/opportunities/

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Contract length: 24 months

Pay: £31,469.00-£34,063.00 per year

Expected hours: 22.5 - 30 per week

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Flexitime
• Work from home

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 27/04/2025