Overview

Grant Manager (Arts, Culture and Heritage), PROSPECTUS

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The Foundation

Our client is looking to recruit a Grant Manager (Arts, Culture and Heritage) to manage and further develop a portfolio of grants for their Arts, Culture and Heritage Programme. The foundation's approach to grant-making is distinctive, focusing on capacity building to strengthen the impact, effectiveness and/or financial sustainability of non-profit organisations so they can thrive and fulfil their mission and goals. This is an exciting time to join as they grow and strengthen their grants portfolio in the UK and internationally. This role is based in London (Cannon Street) and the post-holder will need to be in the office at least 2-3 days per week, and available to be in the office on additional days / travel for site visits, as required.

The Role

Grant Manager (Arts, Culture and Heritage)

Reports to: Programme Manager (Arts, Culture and Heritage)

Working closely with the Programme Manager (Arts, Culture and Heritage) and Head of UK Programmes, the Grant Manager will be responsible for the development, delivery, and management of a significant portfolio of grants across the Arts, Culture and Heritage Programme. While this is primarily a UK-focused role, the post-holder will also support the development of the international grant portfolio and may work on grant-making across other programme areas as required. This is an exciting time to join the team.

The Person

The successful candidate will have an in-depth knowledge of the UK arts, culture and heritage sectors' funding ecology, policy environments and cultural, social and economic impact. They will ideally have significant experience of grant-making alongside experience of working within arts, culture and heritage organisations. Candidates will have an interest and knowledge in the interconnections between arts, culture and heritage and environmental conservation, health and wellbeing and/or children and young people.

Given the foundation's focus on strengthening the capacity of non-profit organisations, the ideal candidate will have analytical skills and knowledge to assess and analyse organisations across factors such as leadership and governance, impact, financial health, business and strategic planning. They will be adept at exploring how proposed capacity building projects will strengthen organisations under consideration for funding. In addition, they will have strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex information clearly and concisely. Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities will be key. A collaborative style, pro-active management of a diverse workload, and humility are also important.

Location

London (Cannon Street) – in-office required 2-3 days per week, with travel for site visits as needed.