Development Manager – Fundraising Full Time

DEVELOPMENT MANAGER 

REPORTING TO: Executive Director

LINE MANAGEMENT: Junior Fundraiser / Social Media Assistant

LOCATION: East London

CONTRACT: Full time (some evening/weekend work required)

SALARY: Competitive

BENEFITS: 25 days annual leave + statutory bank holidays, Pension contribution Free theatre trips

About Intermission Youth

Intermission Youth (IY) is a theatre and arts charity that transforms the lives of young people by helping them make positive choices and reach their full potential. Through drama, theatre and film, we support young people aged 11–30 from diverse communities across London.

We are a small, fast-paced and ambitious team working across theatre productions, training programmes and community projects. This new Fundraising & Marketing Manager role has been created to strengthen our ability to deliver high-quality programmes and to support our growing activity.

Intermission Youth is an award-winning charity, recognised for its pioneering work in transforming young lives through theatre. Our Artistic Director Darren Raymond received the Sam Wanamaker Prize in 2025 for outstanding contributions to Shakespearean theatre, and our young participants have been celebrated with Jack Petchey Achievement Awards. These accolades highlight both the artistic excellence and the life-changing impact of our work.

Purpose of the Role

The Development Manager is a critical role within the organisation, working in tandem with the Executive Director and Artistic Director to lead a small but agile team. This is a great opportunity for a dynamic, collaborative fundraising and marketing professional who can bridge the worlds of theatre productions and charitable impact.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Governance

• Develop and lead the multi-channel fundraising and marketing strategy to meet agreed income targets and support long-term sustainability.
• Work closely with the Executive Director and Trustees, to align fundraising efforts with the strategic goals of Intermission and bring insight into income generation and stakeholder engagement.
• Actively contribute to the senior leadership team, shaping organisational policies and strategic direction, ensuring the integration of fundraising, marketing and operational activities.

Fundraising and Income Generation

• Drive the development of diverse income streams, including major donor fundraising, corporate partnerships, individual giving, legacies, community fundraising and events.
• Proactively seek new opportunities to secure long-term, multi-year funding through well-targeted funding applications and corporate proposals.
• Build strong partner relationships with a focus on stewardship, retention, and growth.
• Monitor performance, analyse data, and drive continuous improvement.
• Chair the Fundraising sub-committee and contribute to the Data, Impact and Evidence Action Group
• Responsible for completion of all bids, grants and funding applications and ensuring that funders receive appropriate ongoing feedback.
  

Marketing & Communications

• Develop marketing materials and campaigns that effectively communicate the charity’s mission, vision and achievements
• Lead the management of digital platforms, ensuring consistent and inspiring content across all channels, including the website, social media, email and printed materials.
• Ensure that brand messaging is consistent, clear and aligned across enhance public recognition and reputation.
• Grow awareness of the charity at a local and regional level, monitoring success through market research.
• Develop compelling narratives and stories of the charity’s impact to engage partners and encourage continued support.

Operational Excellence

• Ensure compliance with data protection laws, fundraising regulations and ethical guidelines across all fundraising and marketing activities.
• Review and improve the use of the website and develop systems to track donor engagement, monitor income and ensure data integrity and transparency.
• Work closely with finance and operations teams to oversee the management and monitoring of fundraising targets.
• Work closely with the Youth Theatre Programme team to provide insight to funding opportunities available and marketing and fundraising activities occurring.

People & Leadership

• Lead and develop the Development team, fostering a collaborative and positive culture.
• Mentor and support team members in achieving their professional development goals, ensuring they attain business objectives.
• Regularly monitor and review team performance to meet income generation and communication objectives.

Person Specification Essential

• Significant experience in a development, fundraising or marketing leadership role within a purpose-led organisation.
• Proven track record in securing and managing diversified income streams.
• Strong strategic and creative leadership, with a focus on innovation and impact.
• Experience in cultivating and stewarding high-value relationships (donors, corporates, partners).
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Experience planning and delivering events to raise unrestricted funds.
• Financial and data analysis skills relevant to income generation.
• Proven ability to earn the trust of Trustees, staff, partners, and funders.
• Belief in the potential and value of young people.
• Commitment to safeguarding, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a regulated charity environment
• Knowledge of youth theatre, applied drama, or arts education.
• Experience managing capital or venue development projects.
• Existing networks across the theatre and cultural sector.

Apply Now

To apply for the Development Manager role based in East London (E8), please send a copy of your CV in PDF format by using the apply button provided.

Please note: This role does not offer visa sponsorship. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.