Fundraiser
2Faced Dance Company Closing date: Sun, 15 Nov 2026
- Full time
- £50k+
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
2Faced Dance Company is seeking an experienced freelance fundraiser specialising in charitable trusts and foundations to help secure new income during an important period of organisational development.
Based in Hereford, 2Faced is a pioneering professional dance company creating bold, physical and accessible dance for audiences and communities across the UK and internationally. Our work spans ambitious original productions, youth talent development, community participation and creative health, with a particular commitment to expanding opportunities for children, young people, boys and young men.
Working closely with the Artistic Director and senior team, you will identify promising funding opportunities, develop compelling cases for support and prepare high-quality applications that connect our work with funders' priorities. This is a focused, hands-on role for someone who can work efficiently, think strategically and make a tangible contribution within a limited number of days.
What we offer
A 15-day freelance contract with clearly defined objectives.
Flexible working arrangements.
The opportunity to work with an ambitious independent dance organisation at an important stage of its development.
Direct access to the Artistic Director and senior team.
The opportunity to contribute to the future sustainability of a pioneering rural arts organisation.
Freelance // Fee: £4125
Location: Remote / with a minimum of one in-person meeting required
Contract period: November 2026 to March 2027
Interviews: Thursday 17 November 2026
Start Date: As soon as possible
2Faced Dance Company is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from people from all backgrounds.
Job Requirements
You will have
Demonstrable experience of successfully securing funding from charitable trusts and foundations.
Excellent funding application writing skills.
The ability to research funders thoroughly and identify genuine alignment.
Experience of developing strong cases for support from existing organisational information.
Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work to deadlines.
The ability to translate creative and community activity into clear outcomes and impact.
A pragmatic and organised approach to managing a portfolio of applications.
The confidence to work independently and make recommendations about funding opportunities.
An understanding of the UK charitable trusts and foundations landscape.
Experience of working with arts, dance, youth, community, wellbeing or rural organisations would be advantageous.
Job Responsibilities
We would expect you to
Along with the AD, identify relevant trusts and foundations whose priorities align with the company's work
Prioritise opportunities according to potential value, eligibility, deadlines and likelihood of alignment
Get to know the company, our work and the team, understand who we are, and our ethos
Develop strong cases for support
Write and submit at least one multiyear funding application along with a range of other smaller applications
Adapt applications to demonstrate a clear connection between each funder's priorities and our work
Ensure applications clearly articulate need, activity, outcomes, impact and value for money
Review and strengthen existing funding language and core organisational information
Maintain a clear record of prospects, applications, deadlines and outcomes.
Where appropriate, support the preparation of funding reports to the board of trustees
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Fundraiser
- Salary: £50k+
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Dance
- Role: Fundraising
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Sun, 15 Nov 2026
- Location: Remote
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a covering statement of no more than 2 sides of A4 outlining your relevant fundraising experience, examples of funding secured, sector experience and proposed approach to the contract. Please also include your availability.
Deadline to apply:Sunday 15 November // Midnight
- Contact name: Tamsin Fitzgerald
- Contact email: [email protected]
About 2Faced Dance Company
We are an all-male contemporary dance company. We make innovative, distinctive and aspirational dance works and perform across the UK and internationally.