Senior Fundraiser & Relationship Manager

Theater Rotterdam

Theater Rotterdam is one of the major theater institutions in the Netherlands. We create theater, present theater, provide emerging artists with opportunities to develop their craft, and curate programs tailored to specific audiences and communities. Diverse voices, perspectives, theater forms, and languages come together here. Through our commitment to diversity and urgency, we are building a future-proof theater. Firmly rooted in our home base of Rotterdam and with a broad, international outlook. In everything we do, we strive to answer the question of what theater can be in today’s world and how we can engage our audience in that process.  

At Theater Rotterdam, we strive to create a workplace that embraces diversity in the broadest sense. We therefore explicitly invite everyone to apply, regardless of your background, education, or experience. We are convinced that your unique perspective can make a valuable contribution to our organization. A writing assignment may be part of the application process.

About the Development and Events Department

Theater Rotterdam receives ongoing subsidies from the City of Rotterdam and the national government. In addition, the organization generates revenue from ticket sales, venue rentals, food and beverage operations, grants from endowment funds and foundations, and donations from individuals and businesses. The Development and Events department is responsible for developing and implementing the strategy for securing and retaining grants and donations, as well as for the commercial operation of the venues. With this revenue, the department makes a significant contribution to realizing Theater Rotterdam’s ambitions in the areas of programming, education, talent development, and engagement with the city.

About the role 

Asa senior fundraiser and relationship manager, youplaya key role in initiating and achieving our fundraising goals. You will build and maintain relationships with national, regional, and international endowment funds and foundations to help realize the ambitions of Theater Rotterdam. To this end, you will work closely with the management, the Artistic Office, the Programming, Education, and Marketing & Communications departments, and the dramaturgs. In addition, together with your colleagues, you will be responsible for managing relationships with individual donors and partnerships with the business community.

What does your day look like?

• developing and implementing a strategy for relationship management and fundraising with endowment funds and foundations;
• preparing grant proposals and accountability reports;
• maintaining and expanding a portfolio of relationships and establishing new partnerships;
• achieving the targeted revenues.
• helping to manage relationships with existing and potential donors and companies
• representing Theater Rotterdam at client receptions and performances.
• Performing administrative tasks related to your job, including CRM and financial administration.

You will be part of the Development and Events department, which consists of a Partnerships Relationship Manager, a Development Specialist, and event managers.

What do you bring to the table?

You are a team player and an enterprising professional with a passion for theater. You have a way with words and know how to translate artistic content into compelling grant proposals. Building and maintaining your network of contacts comes naturally to you.

You should also bring:

• at least three years of experience in fundraising targeting endowment funds and foundations;
• strong communication skills, both verbal and written, in Dutch and English;
• a creative and flexible attitude;
• A relevant network is a plus.

We offer

• an inspiring workplace in the heart of Rotterdam
• A job at an innovative theater company with exciting and talented artists,
• Opportunities for professional development in the field and in theater.
• The opportunity to attend performances and related programs at Theater Rotterdam
• Salary will be determined in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement for theater and dance. The amount will depend on age, knowledge, and experience.

Do you have any questions or would you like to know more? 

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Herman van Karnebeek, Business Director, atjose.greweldinger@theaterrotterdam.nlor 010-4044111.

Please submit your application byMarch 25, 2026, at the latest via werkenbij.theaterrotterdam.nl

First-round interviews will take place in week 14.