Grants Manager

We are seeking a Grants Manager to join the V&A's successful Development Department. Reporting to the Senior Grants Manager, the Grants Manager will have experience working with trusts and foundations, preferably in a museum or arts environment.

Job Description

The Grants Manager works to maximise income from grant-giving bodies by working closely with the Head of Grants, Senior Grants Manager, and Grants Officer to research, cultivate, and assist with successful grant applications to charitable trusts, foundations, and public-sector bodies. The postholder will manage their own portfolio of prospective trusts and foundations and be responsible for stewarding current supporters, developing strong relationships with colleagues in Development and across the V&A to ensure the success of the Grants team.

Job Requirements

• Demonstrable experience of securing four to five figure grants.
• Knowledge and experience of research resources and techniques relevant to fundraising.
• Experience in stewarding and cultivating trusts and foundations.
• Experience using a fundraising database.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a flexible team player.
• High motivation and capacity for hard work in a goal-oriented environment.
• Excellent written communication skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Good diplomatic and oral communication skills across various social and professional contexts.
• Proficiency in MS Office and relevant IT systems.
• Strong organisational skills with experience managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Interest in museums, culture, and the arts.
• Experience working in a museum or cultural institution.

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinate, write, and produce applications and reports for trusts, foundations, and public-sector grant bodies.
• Manage a portfolio of small to medium-sized trusts and foundations.
• Gather and manage information for applications and reports.
• Identify and research new grant opportunities.
• Coordinate cultivation and stewardship activities with prospects and supporters.
• Maintain ongoing communication with trusts and foundations.
• Contribute to administrative tasks, including database management using Microsoft Dynamics CRM.
• Stay informed about trends in arts funding and development sectors.
• Adhere to departmental guidelines on data security, record-keeping, and GDPR compliance.

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