Fundraising Administrator

Fundraising and Executive Administrator

Koestler Arts is renowned for its impactful work within the criminal justice system. From our new premises just outside HM Prison Wormwood Scrubs in East Acton our team works together to deliver our mission -to inspire participation in the arts by people in prisons and beyond and to build public recognition of their creative work, fostering communities that support rehabilitation.

We provide an annual awards programme - the Koestler Awards - open to people in prisons, secure mental health hospitals, immigration removal centres, and more; a post-release arts mentoring scheme; an arts membership for people in prison; family engagement opportunities; and a programme of exhibitions, events and publications. We work in partnership with other organisations and art world experts; recent show curators include Ai Weiwei, Jeremy Deller & John Costi, and groups of beneficiaries.

About the Role

As our Fundraising and Executive Administrator, you'll be a key member of the Development team, supporting day-to-day fundraising administration tasks and helping to implement new financial and record-keeping procedures. You'll also work closely with the Chief Executive to ensure the smooth operation of the organization, managing governance processes and supporting strategic initiatives.

What You'll Do

Provide administrative support to the Development team, with responsibility for database updates, income processing, financial data input and reporting. Work with the Chief Executive on administrative tasks that underpin the charity's operations and governance.

Who We're Looking For

Previous experience in administrative roles. Strong IT literacy, proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially MS Excel) and databases. Good numeracy skills, detail-oriented, proactive and adaptable.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building an inclusive team that shares a passion for the charity's 60-year legacy inspiring life-changing art. Every time we add to our small team is an opportunity for us to bring in a new perspective, and to better represent our diverse range of participants and audiences. We strongly encourage candidates of all backgrounds and identities to apply.

We have a guaranteed interview scheme for people with recent lived experience of prison. Please mark the relevant section of the application form, if you'd like to apply through this scheme.

If there's anything we can do to make our recruitment process more open to you please let us know.

Hybrid Working

This is an office-based role. As a small team, everyone is asked to support with visitors and calls, so you'll need to be present most of the week. Some remote work is possible, in agreement with the line manager.

How to apply

Read through the Job Description and Person Specification. Apply by email including:

Your CV. Applications will be assessed against the Essential and Desirable Criteria (outlined in the person specification table, page 5). The completed Application Form, available to download from our website. Please make sure you complete all fields, including the three application questions. Please mark the email: "Application for Fundraising and Executive Administrator"