Head of International Fundraising

Great opportunity for a Head of International Fundraising to join the Fundraising & Development department at London HQ

The Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) is a global leader in dance education and training. Our mission is to inspire the world to dance. With a brand new purpose-built global headquarters in Wandsworth / Battersea, London, the RAD has a presence in 85 countries and 36 offices around the world. Established in 1920, the RAD was granted a Royal Charter in 1935. The RAD is a registered charity, a higher education establishment and an awarding body.

Reporting into the Director of Fundraising and Development, you will be responsible for the development and stewardship major donor based outside of the UK. You will also be responsible for planning the international fundraising income growth and working with the RAD’s international offices.

As a Head of International Fundraising you will:

• have experience fundraising internationally
• have experience and a track record of securing five and six figure gifts from HNW and UHNW individuals
• have experience of fundraising with trusts and foundations
• have strong IT skills including Microsoft Office
• have excellent written and oral interpersonal skills with a donor focused approach
• have the ability to deliver pitches and proposals to HNW and UNHW individuals
• have the ability to think strategically
• have strong organisational skills and be self-motivated
• have a passion and commitment to the mission of RAD and an appreciation of the arts

We are passionate about providing a positive workplace culture. While time in our accessible London (Wandsworth / Battersea) office will be required, we operate a hybrid model of in-person and remote working. Staff discounts on dance and fitness classes and wellbeing resources, plus events and volunteering opportunities enhance the RAD experience.

In return, we offer 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays, contributory pension scheme, access to the Perkbox discounts platform – including an Employee Assistance Programme, WeCare scheme, Bupa cash plan, life assurance, season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme. We also have a range of lunchtime activities including book club, dance, Pilates and a craft club.

Due to the nature of the RAD’s work, the successful candidate will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Applications which do not include a full employment history and reference details will not be taken forward to the shortlisting stage. 

The post you are applying for is classed as having a high degree of contact with children and involves ‘regulated activity’. As such it is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. 

All colleagues are required to promote and safeguard the welfare of children they are responsible for, or come into contact with, and to adhere to and ensure compliance with the RADs Safeguarding Policy at all times.  

We encourage and welcome applications from people with a disability, people from minority ethnic backgrounds, and people from the LGBTQIA+ community.   

Please let us know if you have any access needs for the interview.  

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and bring relevant documents if invited to attend an interview.

No agencies please.

OUR VALUES WE ARE

1. Exceptional Together - working collaboratively to achieve exceptional outcomes.
2. Creative Innovators – at the forefront of new artistic ideas and approaches.
3. Champions of wellbeing – providing a supportive environment and promoting the wellbeing of the dance community.
4. Open to all – removing barriers to participation.
5. Happy to help – providing excellent customer service and being helpful and friendly.

To find out more about the RAD please visit our website: https://www.royalacademyofdance.org/