Vacancies

Development & Impact Officer (Culture)

22 hours per week (permanent)

SCP 20 - 25: £33,640 to £37,526 (pro rata) plus Local Government Pension Scheme

Are you passionate about arts, culture and community impact? Do you combine fundraising expertise with strong analytical and evaluation skills?

Yeovil Town Council, in partnership with Somerset Council, is seeking a Development & Impact Officer to lead fundraising, impact measurement and strategic development for our cultural services: The Octagon Theatre (capital development on ongoing operating costs), Westlands Entertainment Venue, Heritage Service, and the Arts Engagement & Outreach Service delivered from the venues and linked to the programme of performances, events and activities.

This new role will be central to delivering our cultural ambitions and delivering on fundraising targets across our organisation. You will develop fundraising strategies, build relationships with donors and partners, lead on fundraising across trusts, foundations, corporate and individual giving, and support monitoring and evaluation to evidence the impact of our cultural programmes. This part-time role (3 days per week) offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of arts & culture across the region. You’ll lead on fundraising for our venues and drive outreach through our Arts Engagement and Outreach Service.

For more information, please see the job description and job specification. For an informal discussion please contact Adam Burgan (Director of Culture). To apply, please complete an application form. 

Closing date is Monday 24 August at noon.