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Developing and implementing new 3-year fundraising strategyOnboarding new CRM database, developing data processes, and integrating with other tools (e.g. Justgiving) to increase efficiency and develop 360-degree supporter profileUndertaking data protection audit and developing related documents and processes e.g. DPIAs and LIAsManaging team of two fundraisersManaging fundraising annual budgetEngaging with potential of new technology e.g. AIImplementing new programme of fundraising events e.g. annual carol concert, London WalkIdentifying, researching and developing relationships with potential new funders and prospective supportersManaging major funder relationships e.g. Arts Council England, National Lottery Heritage FundPreparing and presenting fundraising reports for board and finance subcommitteeEnsuring quality and accuracy of all data, including database records, activity reports and accounts reconcilingDeveloping strategy to involve Streetwise Opera's performers more in fundraising, particularly through attending meetings and eventsCreating funder-friendly project budgets, including core costs (full cost recovery)

Assisting with implementation of new CRM including training colleagues, building frameworks, developing processes, creating reports and setting up ticketed eventsSupporting senior leadership team with ACE NPO application, including activity planning in response to Let's Create strategy

Developing and managing overarching trusts and foundations strategyPreparing forecasts and reports for senior management and boardManaging relationships with middle and major donor trusts (£5,000-£150,000+), both prospective and existing funders in the UK and further afieldManaging all Development team ticket requirements for large- and small-scale events both in Birmingham and in touring venues, including reconciling large ticket contra settlementsManaging one member of staffLeading on Health and Safety for the Development teamWorking as senior member of Development team to collectively ensure coherent and effective fundraising strategy across all streams

Identification and research of potential donor prospectsEngagement with contacts and ongoing cultivation of donor relationshipsMatching potential donors with suitable strands of Birmingham Royal Ballet's work based on giving criteriaWriting applications and cases for supportTracking applications and following up on successesProcessing donationsEnsuring a sustained level of funding from trusts and foundations as part of an overarching development strategyAssociate Member of Institute of Fundraising

Office administrationHR including recruitmentDoor access system managementBoard liaison and minutingCo-ordination of fundraising applicationsReception dutiesAd hoc meeting co-ordination and minutingDiary management for senior staffProofreading of publicity (online and print)Deputy head of five-strong department

Administration of Strings, Keyboard Studies, Music Technology and Vocal and Operatic Studies departmentsManagement of External Engagements for students (providing musicians for events)Planning and administration of termly operatic productionsOverseeing weekly internal concert seriesArrangement of ad hoc consultation lessonsDiary management for senior staffAdministration of departmental competitions and prizes

Assistance with management and planning of contemporary music rehearsals and concertsMarketing researchAssistance with hire, distribution and collation of sheet music parts

Bmus, Music, Ii:I

Specialised in vocal performance and paper composition. Other studies included orchestration, film music and popular music. Also studied.

Education record

A Levels: 4 As (French, Spanish, Music, General Studies) AS Level: 1 A (German) GCSEs: 7 A*s, 3 As