Head of Public Partnerships
Hull UK City of Culture 2017
Salary: Competitive
In 2017 the eyes of the world will be on Hull as it becomes UK City of Culture. The delivery organisation
for the project, Hull 2017, has been set up to produce 365 days of transformative culture during 2017
through a programme of diverse and high profile events and projects.
We’re looking for an experienced and successful Head of Public Partnerships with an excellent track
record of obtaining funds from charitable trusts & foundations and public sector bodies, to manage a
varied portfolio of supporters and to develop new funding prospects.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead on our relationships with existing and new public sector and
charitable funders, working as part of the Partnerships & Development team. The successful candidate
will secure income from diverse public sources to support the programme for UK City of Culture in 2017
and the people of Hull throughout the year and beyond.
You will be based at our offices in central Hull. The role will require some travel as you lead on building
partnerships within the city and across the UK and internationally. You will also work closely with
colleagues across the city and the region, and liaise closely with a range of internal stakeholders
including the Head of Corporate Partnerships and finance and business affairs colleagues.
The Role
You will be responsible for developing strong and sustainable funding relationships with partners to
develop income streams to enable Hull 2017 to support the people of Hull through arts and culture.
You will lead on relationships with public sector funders and charitable trusts and foundations at all levels
and across multiple organisations including: Local Authorities, Regional Bodies, LEPs & EU funding as
well as specialist funding agencies such as Arts & Culture, Health & Wellbeing, and Regeneration.
During 2017 you will support the wider team by leading on or supporting a range of special events and
regular meetings such as programme launches, VIP meetings and previews.
Key Accountabilities
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Work with the Director of Partnerships &
Development to implement the strategic plan to
raise income from public sector funders and
charitable trusts and foundations for 2017 and its
legacy
Develop a plan to maximise income from charitable
trusts and foundations, agreeing a portfolio of
priority fundraising projects and identifying
potential funders for each
Prepare and present funding proposals for UK and
international foundations, tailoring proposals to
each prospective funder and submitting
applications to project and trust deadlines
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Meet agreed financial income to contribute to the
overall Partnerships & Development team income
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To manage a portfolio of funding relationships and
ensure all income is accounted for, acknowledged
and complies with financial and legal requirements
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Monitor industry information and take an active role
in identifying opportunities for funding from Lottery
distributors and government-led agencies, and new
trusts and foundations
Ensure that all fundraising approaches are
consistently well researched, presented and
followed through
Approach and cultivate trustees and trust directors,
and manage subsequent relationships through
effective stewardship, submitting regular project
reports and inviting contacts to events
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Audit and monitor applications made by other
organisations for Hull 2017-related projects to
funding bodies
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Maintain meticulous donor and prospect history
records and files
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Collate information required for reporting to our
funders
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Undertake any other duties as may be reasonably
required by the Director of Partnerships &
Development
Required Skills and Experience
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Of graduate calibre and with a minimum five years
fundraising experience, at least three years of
which should have been in trust fundraising
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A proven track record in securing major (five or sixfigure) grants
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In depth knowledge of UK charitable giving,
particularly in arts and culture
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Knowledge of tax/legislative landscape affecting
the UK trust-giving market
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Knowledge of how to form a strong case for
support and ability to tailor proposals to match with
funders’ needs
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An ability to work on own initiative, to be pro-active
in developing proposals and in solving problems
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A polished and personable manner, confident in
dealing with stakeholders and senior colleagues
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Excellent standard of proposal and report writing
and confident oral communication skills
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A team player who demonstrates willingness to
share information and ability to communicate
positively and effectively with colleagues
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To be literate and proficient in IT skills including
Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
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A lively interest in and appreciation of arts and
culture
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Able to work evening and weekend hours as
required
Head of Public Partnerships - Hull UK City of Culture 2017
How to Apply
This is a full time position based in Hull until Easter 2018.
To apply for this exciting opportunity please complete the online form and send:
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a CV
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a covering letter or supporting statement which should be no more than two sides of A4
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your current salary and salary expectations
Further information on Hull’s City of Culture programme is available at www.hull2017.co.uk
If you have any questions regarding the role please email [email protected]
Closing date:
Friday May 15 2015
Interview date:
May 19 & 20 2015
We are unable to provide a personal response to all applicants. If you have not had a response by May 22
then sadly you have been unsuccessful.