Reporting to Operations Manager & Director of Development & Communications
Interviews 3rd and 4th March 2020
Start date 16th April 2020
Responsibilities include:
Membership/Box Office Assistant
Working as a key member of our busy Box Office and Membership team:
• Communicating with members and the public on the telephone and email
• Updating membership information and enquiries on Tessitura database
• Producing membership figures and reports
• Administration of tickets using Tessitura database
• Processing payments
• Running ticket reports as requested
• Running the Box Office on site during the opera season
• Running the administration of the GO35 membership scheme
• Contributing to GO social media campaigns
Development Administrator
Supporting the Development team with efficient administration in all areas including:
• Recording and reviewing information on Tessitura, including donations and pledges
• Running efficient follow-up schedules
• Recording donor correspondence
• Tracking grant applications
• Undertaking prospect research
• Administration of stewardship & cultivation events throughout the year
• Administration of all guest invitations and logistics
• Compiling supporter lists
• Other administrative tasks as required
Skills required
Essential
• Excellent administration, computer and Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent communication skills, diplomacy and confidence in liaising with people
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent time management, with ability to multitask, balancing and prioritising workload
• Able to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends as appropriate
• Own transport essential
Desirable
• A knowledge of and passion for music.
• Previous experience with working on a database
• Previous administrative experience
• Previous experience working in the arts
• Good digital skills and a flair for social media
To Apply
Please send a CV and covering letter of no more than one page outlining why you are interested in the position and your relevant experience to helen@garsingtonopera.org Or: Garsington Opera, The Old Garage, The Green, Great Milton, Oxfordshire, OX44 7NP