This is an exciting time to be joining DanceSyndrome where inclusivity and equality create a vibrant energised connected 'family'. We aim to maximise our impact on a big scale. We have bold ambitions to deliver an outstanding, collaborative, and high-quality programme of co-produced and co-delivered inclusive dance across the North-West, to develop a pathway of opportunities for people with learning disabilities from early years to adulthood and to develop a best practice social replication model. At DanceSyndrome, we change mindsets about leaders with learning disabilities through a bold model of co-produced dance. Our direct impact creates hope for the future by growing confidence, building experience and providing creative opportunities in a pioneering way. The multi award-winning charity was founded by Jen Blackwell, who has Down's syndrome, because she found it difficult to find opportunities in community dance that were accessible to people with learning disabilities. DanceSyndrome's ethos is that disability should never be a barrier to following your dreams. All DanceSyndrome sessions are disability led, with people with learning disabilities taking visible Dance Leader roles to inspire people to see what can be achieved when we all become more inclusive. We are currently looking for an experienced Freelance Fundraiser (Arts Focused) to join us. This is a freelance role so hours are flexible and can be done remotely. The role is paid hourly between £35 and £50 depending on level of experience, with a minimum of 8 hours per week of work. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential: Desirable: We are looking for an outstanding individual who is self-sufficient with a proven track record of identifying a wide range of suitable Grants & Trusts across the Arts sector, and who can write clear, compelling and creative funding applications which stand out from the crowd. You will have exceptional written communication skills and be able to make the case as to why DanceSyndrome's work needs to be funded. You will demonstrate the transformational impact we make as an organisation, and the severe consequences and impact on people with learning disabilities, and their families of us not existing, You will be highly skilled in researching Arts Funders and aligning funding funding criteria with DanceSyndrome's work. We are interested in multi-year funding where possible and attracting new large-scale Funders to support how we go deeper into our work and impact. You will understand Budgets and be familiar with Access costs for people with learning disabilities. To apply for the role, please send a CV and covering letter to Julie Nicholson, Managing Director on [email protected] with “Job Application” as the email subject. If you would like an informal chat about the role, please email Julie to arrange this. We are very happy to accommodate any requests for reasonable adjustments. Please let Julie know as part of your application. Please apply before 5pm on Tuesday 30th June. There will be a two-stage formal application process with interviews conducted online. Stage one interviews will take place on Monday 6th & Tuesday 7th July. Stage two interview dates TBC.Job Summary
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Job Requirements
Minimum 3 years' experience in Grant & Trust fundraising & successful track record (in the Arts sector)
Understanding of funders and funder requirements
Experience of identifying and securing other funding from other sources
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
Strong financial and budgeting skills
Attention to detail
Highly personable
Superior organisational skills
Good sense of humour and strong team player
A flexible approach to working and experience of working positively in a diverse environment.
Working with people with learning disabilities.
Previous experience of working/volunteering in a small charity/social enterprise.
An interest in danceJob Responsibilities
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