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National Mining Museum Scotland (NMMS) is an independent, charitable, trust located at the Lady Victoria Colliery in Newtongrange, Midlothian. NMMS is responsible for the preservation and interpretation of Scotland’s mining history and heritage, shining a light on the past to help us look to the future of Scotland’s energy transition. As well as being a 5-star visitor attraction, the Museum holds collections of national significance and offers an award-winning learning programme for audiences of all ages, across Scotland.

NMMS is currently undergoing an exciting transition and has plans for redevelopment of the site including the reuse and repurpose of existing buildings, the creation of a new fit-for-purpose building, improvement of the visitor offer including events space and exhibitions, and the establishment of more sustainable environmental systems. The Development Officer post would be well suited for a candidate with demonstrable knowledge and experience of successful fundraising.

Initial funding for this post has been provided by National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF).

Job Purpose

The Development Officer is a new role for NMMS and the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the fundraising success of NMMS. The successful candidate will lead on the development of a fundraising strategy and securing funding from a range of sources such as grant awards, trusts and foundations, statutory bodies and corporate bodies to enable NMMS to achieve both long-term and short-term ambitions. The Development Officer will also build relationships and networks and explore new fundraising opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead on the development of NMMS Fundraising Strategy including establishing targets, devising fundraising campaigns, and seeking potential sources of sponsorship.
2. Continue the fundraising efforts of NMMS to support both short term sustainability and long term ambition.
3. Identify and advise on fundraising opportunities for projects and capital developments at NMMS.
4. Lead on the writing and data gathering for external funding bids and reports.
5. Work with the Project Manager and NMMS Management Team to effectively manage fundraising campaigns, in line with available resources, and to overall project plans.
6. Develop positive working relationships with fundraisers, sponsors and other relevant stakeholders.
7. Work with the Marketing and Events Manager to promote NMMS as an attractive venue to sponsor.
8. Improve your own skills and knowledge by taking part within relevant professional bodies and undertaking training as required.
9. Ensure that best practice is embedded in all areas including Data Protection Act, GDPR and any other applicable regulations.
10. Attend NMMS meetings as required.
11. Comply with NMMS policies and procedures.
12. Undertake any duties at the request of the Line Manager which are commensurate with the role, including other work within the Trust.

FOR FULL JOB DESRIPTION, PERSON SPECIFICATION AND APPLICATION FORM PLEASE SEE THE MUSEUM’S WEBSITE.

***THE CLOSING DATE FOR THIS ROLE IS 8AM ON 2ND SEPTEMBER 2024***

Application Deadline: Monday 02/09/2024