Head of Development

Be Part of the Show – Join us as Head of Development at the Belgrade Theatre

The Belgrade theatre has big growth plans with a vibrant programme; we are proud of our reputation for excellent stewardship and donor care. We are a National Portfolio Organisation, funded by Arts Council England, and enjoy the support of many individuals, trust and foundations and corporate supporters.

We are now looking for an ambitious, creative, and energetic fundraiser to help take us into our next chapter. You might be an experienced Development leader or someone looking to take that next step, or perhaps this could be a lateral move from another related sector. We are open to discussing flexible working patterns, and you will be able to shape the role around your particular skills and experience.

You will have the full support of the CEO, senior team and Board of Trustees, and we will work with you to ensure you continue to develop in your professional practice. You will have the satisfaction of knowing that your work is making a real difference in supporting the Belgrade Theatre realise its Story of Change and continue to build on our co-creation model of developing theatre by and with the people of Coventry.

You will be joining us at an exciting time whilst we build the production of our new co-created show Nanny of the Maroons, and your skills and expertise in fundraising and income-generation activity, will support us to launch this production in a way that can have real impact for the people of Coventry; whilst shaping a sustainable future for the organisation, and achieving an annual revenue funding target of £450K.

This is a hands-on role focused on delivering fundraising activity, supporting income generation through campaigns, events, partnerships and donor stewardship. You will build meaningful relationships with donors, partners, and funders, working on strategies that support artistic ambition, creative learning and community engagement programmes, and long-term organisational growth.

This role will suit someone who is organised, proactive and confident in delivering fundraising activity, and who can bring practical ideas that connect with Coventry’s diverse communities.

Salary : £43,000 – £52,000

Department: Development

Contract: Permanent, Full-time

Reports to: Director of Audiences and Growth

Reports to: Development Officer, Freelance Bid Writer

Location: Belgrade Theatre, Coventry

The application deadline for this role is Fri 10 Apr 2026.

For more information, including a person specification and a detailed job description, and TO APPLY FOR THE ROLE, please follow the link HERE.

When applying, you will be asked to upload your CV and a Cover Letter, detailing why you’re interested in working for the Belgrade and how your experiences and skills make you the perfect fit for the role

Disability Confident Committed Employer

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we have committed to:

• Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible,
• Communicating and promoting vacancies,
• Interviewing disabled people who meet the minimum job criteria,
• Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required,
• Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long-term health condition, enabling them to stay in work,
• At least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people

Find out more about the Disability Confident Employer Scheme here.

If you would like to be considered under the Disability Confident Employer Scheme, please reference that in your cover letter or application, and  complete this form: Disability Confident Employer Scheme.

Finally, if you need any support to help you apply, please don’t hesitate to get in touch via  recruitment@belgrade.co.uk, and we will do our best to meet your needs.

Contact

If you require any adjustments, accommodations or assistance at any stage of the recruitment or application process, please do not hesitate to contact us at recruitment@belgrade.co.uk with the subject line 

‘Application Assistance’. We will work with you to provide the support you need to make your application journey as accessible and comfortable as possible.