JOBS
We are currently seeking applicants for the following positions:
Development Manager
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The British American Drama Academy (BADA) is seeking an experienced, individually motived fundraising professional who thrives on working independently both administratively and in frontline fundraising to lead institutional strategy and day-to-day operations to grow and strengthen the organization’s fundraising activity.
Purpose of the Job
Joining BADA’s Team presents a unique opportunity to ambitiously shape a sole fundraising position at an internationally renowned drama school to support a diverse body of talented students and the future of theatre education. This new role is being established following an extensive strategic plan to reconnect with BADA’s community following covid, and to establish a more formal fundraising and alumni relations function for the organization.
You will have experience of working in a development function and are now ready to take initiative in shaping both institutional strategy and day-to-day operations to grow and strengthen the organization’s fundraising. Your passion for the performing arts and dedication to nurturing the next generation of theatre practitioners will be instrumental in upholding BADA’s mission and expanding its impact on the global stage.
In taking on this position, you will play a pivotal role in continuing the momentum gained over the past few years and particularly from BADA’s 40th Anniversary activities in 2024 that took place in the UK and the US. A top priority of this was the reinvigoration of the American friends of BADA Board (AFBADA) based in the United States, in order to reinforce its mission to secure funding to support BADA and its students.
Earlier this year, the BADA Studio was launched in New York, to provide regular, ongoing access to industry professionals, masterclasses and professional development programs for BADA alumni and extended community. This will be a further opportunity for the Development Manager to engage with and steward donors and prospects. A minimum of one annual trip to the Unites States is expected of the post holder, as well as developing and hosting donor engagement opportunities at BADA’s programmes in London and Oxford.
If you’re passionate about arts education and looking for a meaningful and rewarding way to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
About BADA
Founded in 1984, BADA is dedicated to providing high-quality, modern actor training rooted in British and European classical theatre traditions. Our pedagogical offer includes the undergraduate London Theatre Program, accredited by Sarah Lawrence College; the renowned Midsummer in Oxford Program, aimed at actors at all stages of their careers and delivered in association with the David Geffen School of Drama at Yale; our Midsummer Conservatory for 16–18-year-olds; and our early summer programs including Black British Theatre and Performance, Greek Theatre, and Spanish Theatre. BADA offers US and other international students rare opportunities to immerse themselves in classical theatre under the guidance of leading British, European and American actors, directors and teaching artists, and to experience the richness of the UK’s theatrical heritage.
Salary and Benefits
- Salary Range: £50,000 – £60,000
- 28 days’ annual leave plus winter closure period
- Pension Scheme
- Hybrid working possible
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Applications should be made by emailing a letter of interest (no more than 2 sides of A4) setting out why you are interested in joining the BADA team and how your experience can contribute.
In addition, please include:
- A current CV
- A completed Monitoring Form, which is detached on receipt, remains anonymous and is used for statistical purposes only
Candidates must have the unrestricted right to live and work in the UK.
Anything we can do to support your application, and to ensure your interview is as accessible as possible, please let us know in your application. We encourage applications from candidates who have previously been underrepresented at BADA and in the industry due to the experience of barriers linked to ethnicity, class, disability, gender, sexuality, socio-economic or any other.
Applications should be emailed to recruitment@bada.org.uk, to arrive no later than Monday 19 January 2026.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interviews will be held no later than the week commencing 26 January 2026. The position remains open until filled.
Starting date: as soon as possible after appointment.
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