APPLICATION PACK FOR: DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

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1 Siobhan Davies Dance is looking for a Development Manager to join our management team and support the delivery and development of the fundraising activities for the organisation. Fundraising is seen as a shared responsibility at Siobhan Davies Dance, and this role will support the whole team in achieving voluntary income targets from diverse sources. Initially supported by the current experienced consultant, the Development Manager will work closely with the Executive Director to increase the organisation s capacity in fundraising and to develop the role to broaden the sources of income we can access. This will be an ideal position for someone with strong trust and foundation fundraising experience looking to either step up to a management role, or to expand their experience in the development of other voluntary income streams. Having successfully secured funding from Arts Council England as a National Portfolio Organisation (in consortium with Independent Dance), Siobhan Davies Dance has a refreshed business plan to take the organisation forward in the realisation of its aims and ambitions in the next 3 years. The statutory funding represents 42% of our income (2014/15), and further income is generated as earned income (34% from hires at the Studios and through fees and commissions) and voluntary income (24% from individuals and through trust and foundation grants). In addition to ACE support, we currently also have 3-year funding agreements with The Paul Hamlyn Foundation supporting our Next Choreography programme for young people and Esmeé Fairbairn Foundation supporting an artistic post and our dance artist/curator mentoring scheme. Siobhan Davies Dance is an artist-led international arts organisation dedicated to championing dance and dance artists as vital contributors to arts and culture in Britain and beyond. We aim to be the space for artists to create new work, stimulate discussion and cross-art-form interactions, and develop both their practice and the art form of dance to reveal and celebrate the intelligence and sophistication of movement and the moving body. Founded and led since 1988 by pioneering choreographer Siobhan Davies CBE, Siobhan Davies Dance has evolved over the years from a national and international touring dance company into a ground-breaking investigative contemporary arts organisation. Siobhan Davies curiosity drives the creation of collaborative new works that introduce choreography to, and reveal movement in, other art forms. These new works are central to our programme and provide a starting point for the extended activities of the organisation. Exploring the same theme of enquiry, these varied activities can then provide responses and further provocations to engage audiences and artists alike and in turn enrich the new works themselves. Our Studios are a place to connect with others, make new work or relax and maintain a sense of humour. Opening in 2006, Siobhan Davies Studios kick-started an explosion of activity, liberating what we are capable of and allowing us to support the making of far more work. It is important to us that our home is a beacon destination for dance experimentation, exploration and discovery hence we are delighted to share this creative space with like-minded organisations such as our close partners Independent Dance. Having our own building also gives us the opportunity to host exhibitions, to commission and invite artists into our space, and see them challenge and develop their individual practices in response to our unique environment.

2 Our programme also includes the development of creative education and participation projects, which develop our work into accessible creative learning programmes for education and the community. Placing choreography at the heart of exchanges between teachers, youth leaders and the wider public, this extensive programme offers alternative ways of experiencing dance to a broad range of audiences. By applying our artistic processes to the design of our participation projects we are able to introduce non-dance professionals directly to our dance artists practice. How to apply: The role is offered as a full-time position however we are open to discussing part-time proposals to this vacancy. We welcome informal conversations about the role and the organisation, particularly as it is a new position within our team. If you would like to arrange a conversation with Erin Gavaghan, Executive Director please call/ Ellen Davnall ( , EllenD@siobhandavies.com) to arrange this. Included in this pack a job description and a staff organisational chart to support your candidature, which we request be completed through our application form. We are particularly interested in how this role would benefit you in your career as well as how you meet the expectations of the person specification. Please be aware that we will not accept applications by C.V. and covering letter; we will only accept completed application forms. To apply for this vacancy, please send your completed application form to us in a clearly marked envelope with the reference DM 2015 to the address below or alternatively, you can send it by to jobs@siobhandavies.com with DM your name in the subject line. The deadline for applications is Tuesday 14 April 2015 at noon by , and by the day s post otherwise; we will not be able to accept late applications so please ensure that you application is submitted in good time for this deadline. We will aim to contact all applicants regarding interviews by 21 April, and will be conducting the interviews at our Studios the following week on Tuesday 28 April. As part of the interview we will ask you to do a presentation, and we may ask for an example of your writing as well. We look forward to receiving your application, and thank you for your interest in our organisation. Kind regards, Erin Gavaghan EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Siobhan Davies Dance 85 St George s Road London SE1 6ER

3 JOB DESCRIPTION FOR THE POST OF Full-time/permanent This post is a new role within the management team at Siobhan Davies Dance, and as such offers the opportunity to shape the role and develop within this unique and successful arts organisation. The Development Manager will work closely with the Executive Director to further develop the existing fundraising strategies, and will be responsible for delivery of funding activities working in partnership with colleagues across the organisation. Purpose of Post The Development Manager is responsible for developing and delivering income generation from voluntary sources to support the work of Siobhan Davies Dance. Voluntary income is generated primarily through grant applications to trusts and foundations and statutory fundraising, and we are looking to develop philanthropy through individual donors, corporate support and digital or crowdfunding sources. Reports to: Executive Director Key Responsibilities: 1. Strategy Support the continued development of the fundraising strategy for Siobhan Davies Dance in consultation with the Executive Director and other relevant advisers. Ensure that agreed priorities for fundraising are communicated and compatible with the work of colleagues across the organisation. Work with the Executive Director to fulfil and develop the strategies to support the organisation s Business Plan; actively contribute to business planning reporting and development. Ensure that all strategies reflect resources available, and creatively seek to maximise opportunities. 2. Fundraising Proactively identify, cultivate and secure voluntary income in line with the strategy and prioritised projects and seek every opportunity to maximise income. Build and maintain current and new relationships with partners, stakeholders and funders. Support the Executive Director to manage and develop all statutory funding applications, agreements and subsequent reporting structures. Research, identify and develop approaches to trusts and foundations; build relationships for long-term support and lead on writing grant submissions in partnership with managers. Manage the Commissioning Fund (individual giving); retain current donors and attract new donors at all levels through cultivation events and regular communication. Develop corporate relationships and cultivate new prospects to secure unique possibilities in support of the organisation as they arise.

4 3. Administration Work with the Communications Manager to ensure effective communication of fundraising activities, and to ensure public thanks of funders; manage the crediting of all support. Develop online giving via the organisation s website and social media channels, in partnership with the Communications Manager. Manage any relevant budgets for fundraising expenditure, and ensure excellent financial management of all incoming funding. Maintain excellent records and ensure that the funding database and contacts are kept accurately up to date at all times. 4. Evaluation and Reporting Manage the evaluation and reporting process for each successful funding agreement, supporting managers in reporting as required. Produce and present regular and annual reports of achievement against objectives for the Board and stakeholders including funders as required. 5. General (for all staff members) Ensure that there is an effective flow of information throughout the organisation. Ensure that all organisation policies are followed and legal requirements met related to all actions/activities. Advocate for the organisation regionally, nationally and internationally whenever possible to build relationships and to enhance the organisation s profile and reputation. Attend performances, meetings, receptions and any events as required. Undertake such other duties as may reasonably be required. This job description is a guide to the nature of the work required of the Development Manager. It is not wholly comprehensive or restrictive and may be reviewed with the post holder and line manager as required. As this is a new post, we anticipate that the successful post holder will assist in the development of the role.

5 PERSON SPECIFICATION FOR THE POST OF Essential Interest, enthusiasm or knowledge of contemporary arts Demonstrable experience of trusts and foundations fundraising with a good track record of success and understanding of all aspects of the funding process Ability to work with artists and colleagues to develop funding plans and translate the aims of projects; presenting and delivering pitches to colleagues and other stakeholders Creative approach to identifying opportunities Ability to work within a team and lead funding priorities with confidence Excellent personal manner and ability to develop strong relationships Organised with meticulous attention to detail in all work Proactive, goal-oriented approach to meeting objectives Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to work under pressure, with a track record of meeting deadlines Desirable Experience with individual donor fundraising, including database management Experience of cultivation event planning and management Experience of managing and supporting volunteers and apprentices Ability to develop and secure corporate sponsorship Budget management and financial skills Experience with digital giving and online funding opportunities Experience in working on capital campaigns

6 TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT Contract This is a full-time, permanent post; we will consider applications for part-time if discussed in advance of application. The post is available for immediate start; there will be a 3 month probationary period. Salary 30,000-34,000 p.a. dependent upon experience Pension 6% (non-contributory) of annual salary; Siobhan Davies Dance offers a group stakeholder pension scheme, but will contribute to your own personal scheme if preferred. Eligibility for this begins after probation period has passed. Hours A normal working week is 40 hours, Monday to Friday with 1 hour for lunch each day; flexible working hours to include some evenings and weekends, for which TOIL is negotiable with line manager. Holiday 24 days per year plus Bank Holiday days increasing with length of service as per company policy. Holiday is accrued from your start date but may only be taken after completion of the probationary period. Holiday entitlement will be pro rata of contract term. Additional periods of time off are offered when the Studios are closed, usually at Christmas.

7 Organisational Chart Board Key: Solid line line management Dotted line additional relationship Executive Director Artistic Director Programme Director Finance Controller Development Manager Communications Manager Creative Projects Manager Programme and Producing Manager Administrator Projects Coordinator Projects Coordinator Studios Coordinator Receptionist + Admin Assistant Front of House Team Receptionists Communications Assistant Artists, curators and other freelance associates Cleaners Casual Technicians 7

8 EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES To help us monitor our equal opportunities policy, we would be grateful if you could complete the equal opportunities monitoring portion of the application form. When your application is received, this form is removed and is not used during the short-listing process. The information submitted is kept in the strictest confidence, following data protection requirements, and will only be used to monitor and analyse the progress of the organisation s equal opportunity policy. Equal Opportunities Policy Siobhan Davies Dance is an employer, a provider of services, a member of numerous communities and a purchaser of goods and services. Within this context, the organisation does not make any assumptions about the physical, social or cultural background, or other protected characteristics of its audiences, service users, actual or potential employees, collaborating artists, partners or service/goods providers. We recognise protected characteristics as being: race, ethnicity, gender or gender reassignment, marital status, parenthood, age, class or socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief With due regard to the Equality Act 2010, Siobhan Davies Dance is committed to: the elimination of unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation and other conduct prohibited by the Act by ensuring that that no potential or actual employee, recipient of the organisation s services or participant in the organisation s activity, receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of any protected characteristic, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable advancement of equality of opportunity between people who share a protected characteristic and those who do not by ensuring the widest possible access to the organisation s artistic work, as well as its facilities and services and within its workforce, ensuring that selection criteria and procedures for recruiting new employees or participants in the organisation s activity be such that individuals are selected and treated on the basis of their relative merits and abilities. Siobhan Davies Dance has made a commitment that all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for this job will be invited to interview. Please indicate if you have any access needs for interview, or please call Erin Gavaghan to discuss these on or jobs@siobhandavies.com. DATA PROTECTION The information you give in your application will be used to create a shortlist for interviews. Any data about you will be held securely with access restricted to those involved in dealing with your application in the recruitment process. Your application will be kept on file for a maximum of six months and then destroyed in a confidential manner. Any applications received after the closing date will be discarded immediately. Should any job opportunities arise in the future for which we think you may be suitable, we may send you application details about the vacancy. In addition, we may contact you in the future for feedback on our recruitment procedures. 8