Director of Partnerships & Communications

Sheffield DocFest

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Job Summary

This role is central to our Leadership Team, securing major funding for the festival and year-round programmes, building strong sponsor relationships, and leading communications to raise visibility, grow audiences, and strengthen income.

Job Description

This role is a key part of our Leadership Team, working closely and collaboratively with the Managing Director and Creative Director. You’ll play a vital role in securing significant new funding to support both the festival and our year-round programmes, while nurturing strong, lasting relationships with sponsors and funders across the public and private sectors.

You’ll also lead on the organisation’s communications throughout the year, helping to shape and deliver strategic plans that raise our visibility, grow our audiences, and strengthen our income.

As a member of the senior team, you’ll work in close partnership with the Managing Director, Creative Director and Head of Finance on financial planning and the overall development of the organisation, and you’ll regularly report to our Board of Trustees.

We’re looking for an upbeat, positive and proactive person who’s excited to find creative, meaningful ways to build partnerships and help the organisation thrive.

Job Requirements

For a full list of requirements and responsibilities, please refer to the job description on our website, which is linked below.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Director of Partnerships & Communications
  • Salary: £50k+
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Festival
  • Role: Fundraising
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Thu, 08 Jan 2026

  • Location:

    Yorkshire

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Job: Director of Partnerships & Communications

Job: Director of Partnerships & Communications

Organisation: Sheffield DocFest

Postcode: S12BX

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