Chichester Festival Theatre
Job Summary
Job Description
Individual Giving Manager
Maternity cover contract – full time position
£30,000 – £32,000 dependent on experience
Full details of the role can be found on our website https://www.cft.org.uk/jobs/individual-giving-manager
We’re seeking a motivated Individual Giving Manager to play a key role in growing voluntary income from CFT’s family of mid-level supporters. Contributing to our ambitious £1.8 million fundraising target, you will manage mid-level giving schemes, currently c£320,000, deliver outstanding stewardship, and inspire supporters to deepen their relationship with the Theatre.
Working closely with colleagues across Development and Marketing, and line-managing the Senior Events Officer, you will ensure donors feel valued and connected to CFT’s mission. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident fundraiser with excellent relationship management skills to make a real impact within our ambitious and collaborative team.
Job Purpose
The Individual Giving Manager will lead the successful planning and delivery of mid-level giving, managing schemes between £120-£4,999 annually. You will oversee donor cultivation, stewardship, and supporter communications, ensuring the highest standards of engagement and experience.
Line-managing the Senior Events Officer, you will also ensure the delivery of high-quality events that inspire and retain donors and generate fundraising income, playing an active role in developing CFT’s giving schemes and future fundraising strategy.
Job Requirements
We’re looking for someone with:
- Experience of fundraising with individual supporters, including donor relationship management
- Experience of prospect research and pipeline management
- Proven track record of asking for and securing gifts
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Confident communicator with strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
- Experience of prospect research and pipeline management
- Strong organisational and project management skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems
- A proactive, flexible, and collaborative approach, with willingness to work evenings and weekends
Desirable criteria:
- Experience in fundraising campaigns (digital and offline)
- Demonstrable success in event planning and delivery
- Knowledge of Spektrix and Dotdigital (or equivalent systems)
- Knowledge of the arts sector and enthusiasm for theatre and live performance
Job Overview
- Job Title: Individual Giving Manager
- Salary: £30k-£40k
- Hours:
Full time - Artform: Theatre
- Role: Fundraising
- Contract: Temporary
- Closing date: Sun, 19 Oct 2025
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Location:
South East
Job: Individual Giving Manager
Job: Individual Giving Manager
Organisation: Chichester Festival Theatre
Postcode: PO19 6AP
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