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Head of Fundraising & Development
- Permanent, full-time
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Dunedin, located on the southeastern coast of the South Island of New Zealand, is a city known for its rich history, stunning natural scenery, and vibrant cultural scene. Home to New Zealand’s oldest university, the University of Ota-go, Dunedin's cultural offerings extend to our renowned museums, galleries, and a thriving music and arts community. Positioned at the forefront of that cultural landscape is Tūhura Otago Museum.
Tūhura Otago Museum shares the natural, cultural, and scientific stories of Otago, Aotearoa New Zealand, and the world. With over 1.5 million objects in our collection, we tell the stories of the world – from here in Dunedin to deep space, from millions of years ago to envelope-pushing research – through galleries, exhibitions, displays, tours, and talks.
Following significant redevelopment projects in the 1990s and 2000s, the Museum has continued to evolve. The Tūhura Otago Community Trust Science Centre, opened in 2017, features over 45 hands-on science interactives and the three-tier Tropical Forest. Our Beautiful Science gallery and Perpetual Guardian Planetarium, completed in 2015, offer digitally interactive experiences. In 2022, the Museum was renamed ‘Tūhura Otago Museum’ to better reflect our mission of inspiring curiosity, wonder, and understanding of the world.
Today, Tūhura Otago Museum stands as a vibrant hub of cultural heritage, science, and discovery in New Zealand. We continue to captivate and educate visitors of all ages, integrating cutting-edge technology and interactive displays to enhance visitor engagement and learning experiences. We are committed to expanding our outreach, enriching our exhibits, and furthering our mission to inspire and enrich our communities through our collections, our people, and the stories we share.
Role Purpose
A pivotal position of Head of Fundraising & Development has been established to propel Tūhura Otago Museum to-wards its future aspirations. Joining the Museum’s Leadership Team and reporting directly to the Museum Director, this role will be instrumental in boosting fundraising and sponsorship revenue by identifying, nurturing, co-ordinating, and soliciting funds or endowments from individual, foundation, corporate, and government funding/granting institu-tions. The Head of Fundraising & Development will play a critical role in helping the organisation achieve its ambitious and exciting mission and activities.
Your key responsibilities:
• Develop and implement strategies to secure funding from various sources.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and potential donors.
• Co-ordinate fundraising events and activities.
• Collaborate with the Museum’s Leadership Team to align funding opportunities with the Museum’s strategic goals.
• Prepare proposals and grant applications.
What we are seeking:
• Proven experience in fundraising, sponsorship, or a related field.
• Strong relationship management and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to secure funding from diverse sources.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to align fundraising activities with organisational goals.
• Experience in the cultural or non-profit sector is a plus.
Application Process
If upon reviewing the Candidate Briefing Pack (the Job Pack below), this opportunity has piqued your interest, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter (as one document) outlining your suitability for the role.
Applications close Monday 23 September 2024.
Volunteers
There are currently no volunteer positions available.