Development Officer at National Mining Museum

Salary: £34,000
Closing date: 20 August, 2024
Development Officer at National Mining Museum

Working Hours: Full Time
Contract: Fixed Term – 12 months
Salary:£34,000
Location: Newtongrange
Closing date: 20/08/24

About the Role
National Mining Museum Scotland
Development Officer: Job Description and Person Specification
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Post Title Development Officer
Salary £34,000
Job Type Fixed Term (12 months) and Full Time (35hrs per week)
Location National Mining Museum Scotland
Reports to CEO/Vice Chair
Closing Date 20th August 2024
How to Apply
Please refer to key responsibilities and personal specification when applying. Please complete and
return our Application Form and Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form and send to Dorota
Topolniak at [email protected].
Please note that CVs are not considered as part of the application and will not be considered.
NMMS is committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer. We encourage applicants from all
backgrounds, irrespective of sex, gender identity, race, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation
or age.
Background
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) and
Museums Galleries Scotland (MGS).
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

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

Lead on the development of NMMS Fundraising Strategy including establishing targets, devising fundraising campaigns, and seeking potential sources of sponsorship.
Continue the fundraising efforts of NMMS to support both short term sustainability and long term ambition.
Identify and advise on fundraising opportunities for projects and capital developments at NMMS.
Lead on the writing and data gathering for external funding bids and reports.
Work with the Project Manager and NMMS Management Team to effectively manage fundraising campaigns, in line with available resources, and to overall project plans.
Develop positive working relationships with fundraisers, sponsors and other relevant stakeholders.
Work with the Marketing and Events Manager to promote NMMS as an attractive venue to sponsor.
Improve your own skills and knowledge by taking part within relevant professional bodies and undertaking training as required.
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.
Comply with NMMS policies and procedures.
Undertake any duties at the request of the Line Manager which are commensurate with the role, including other work within the Trust.
Skills an Experience

Essential

Excellent research and development skills in seeking potential funding sources.
Ability to identify and develop mutually beneficial partnerships agreements to support fundraising development initiatives.
Excellent communication skills, interpersonal, written and verbal.
Ability to manage budgets and meet fundraising targets.
Ability to meet deadlines and have good time management.
Proven IT skills in word processing, databases, spreadsheets & web/internet.
Able to work effectively under pressure

Desirable

Experience of account management
Experience in museum/visitor attraction or similar environment
Ability to be well organised and prioritise workloads.
Experience of working as part of a team to support and deliver effective strategies for improvement.
Flexible, able to work evenings, weekends and public holidays.
Able to hit the ground running.
Be approachable and have a friendly disposition.
How to Apply

Please complete and return the NMMS Application Form and Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form and send to Dorota Topolniak at [email protected]

Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

If you have any access requirements or would like to discuss an application in an alternative format, please contact Dorota Topolniak at [email protected] or call 0131 663 7519.

Closing date: 20th August 2024
Interviews are planned to take place: week commencing 19th August 2024