Curious about opera? Want to work in a dynamic and friendly team? Come join Irish National Opera, one of Ireland's leading arts organisations with a national footprint. We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our team as Development Administrator.

In this role you will contribute to the company's fundraising efforts which enable the company to achieve its artistic goals. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who wishes to pursue a career in the arts.

Working with and reporting to the Development Manager, the primary functions of the Development Administrator are:

- Assist the Development Manager in rolling out and administering the company’s membership scheme;
- In collaboration with the Development Manager, Artistic Director and Executive Director, develop and maintain relationships with INO supporters;
- Assist the Development Manager in managing relationships with Corporate Partners;
- Lead and assist with the delivery of the development department’s data and digital donations strategy;
- Support the Development Manager in the delivery of Trust and Foundation research and applications;
- Lead and assist with the development and delivery of fundraising events;
- Maintain and develop INO’s CRM database and booking system.

Other Responsibilities
DEVELOPMENT:
- Serve as first point of contact for specific individual donors
- Manage group communications with individual donors
- Provide support in evaluating and developing the company’s membership scheme
- Analysis of INO’s audience data to advance INO’s digital fundraising efforts
- Research Trust and Foundation funding avenues and assist the Development Manager - in the applications, relationship management and reporting
- Lead and assist in identifying and cultivating donor prospects
- Support the Development Manager in developing and implementing plans to secure a wide portfolio of individual donors
- Lead and assist in devising and managing fundraising events and special events for donors and sponsors
- Contribute ideas to the development of the company’s fundraising strategy
- Contribute ideas for fundraising initiatives
- Send invitations and maintain R.S.V.P. list for opening nights and special events
- Support the company’s Corporate Partnership strategy
- Support the Development Manager in maintaining relationships with Corporate Partners
- Assist in the compiling and proofing of fundraising literature
- Maintain and update the list of current donors in programmes and the INO website
- Attend and minute Development Committee meetings
- Lead and expand on the INO Future Leaders Network initiative.
- Manage and curate INO’s LinkedIn communications in consultation with the Development Manager.
- Collate and compile INO’s Charitable Tax Relief claim in conjunction with the Business and Finance Manager

GENERAL:
- As appropriate, support the company’s activities in other departments
- As appropriate, support the company’s outreach initiatives
- Attend performances, press conferences and other events as necessary
- Contribute ideas and analysis for the overall development of the company
- Perform other duties that may be required by the company from time to time

PERSON SPECIFICATION:
The ideal candidate will be an effective communicator, with excellent listening, interpersonal and networking skills. They will have the ability to clearly articulate the company’s purpose and priorities and engage stakeholders imaginatively. They will have a keen eye for detail and will demonstrate an efficient approach to data management. They will show talent and capacity for building and maintaining relationships with individual donors, corporate supporters, foundations and other funding bodies.

The candidate will have some experience in the arts, non-profit or related sector. They will have a passion for the arts and a desire to contribute to the growth, development and success of Irish National Opera. A knowledge of opera or the willingness to learn about the opera sector is essential.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
- 3 years’ experience working in the arts, non-profit or related sector
- Superb written and oral communications skills including correspondence, reports and proposals
- Experience in managing CRMs, box office systems or databases
- Good storyteller
- Strong interpersonal and diplomatic skills
- Ability to research and prepare funding applications
- Creative thinking and entrepreneurial spirit
- Personal accountability, high level of integrity, ability to work under pressure
- Focused self-starter with ability to work collaboratively with teams
- Strategic mindset
- Good at anticipating problems before they arise

HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this role, please email your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability and experience to Cate Kelliher, Business & Finance Manager at [email protected]. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.

Closing Date: Friday 20 September 2024. Interviews will held the week of w/b 30 September.

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