An opportunity for an experienced fundraiser and manager to join the leadership team of a national, forward-thinking charity as it approaches its centenary.
The Royal School of Church Music (RSCM) wishes to appoint a Deputy Director with responsibility for fundraising for the charity, and leading the development of membership services. Reporting to Hugh Morris, RSCM Director, they will manage staff with specific responsibilities in these areas.
Applicants must demonstrate successful experience in: fundraising; working within a membership organisation; marketing strategy and communications; line management; and have empathy with the mission of the RSCM – enabling the flourishing of church music.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Working with the RSCM Director, and Deputy Director (Finance and Operations), this role is responsible for:
Co-ordinating and growing the Development activity, including achievement of fundraising goals. In part, this will be overseeing work of other staff, but it will also include execution of fundraising tasks. A particular focus is the establishment and enactment of a Centenary Campaign to secure £2m to support the charity’s missional work (the centenary is in 2027).
Growing the Membership of RSCM, furthering the existing plans and strategy for numerical (headcount) and financial income growth, and planning together with colleagues an effective range of benefits, support and resources. Building relationships with new and existing members will be important.
Direct line management of Membership and Development staff. The management of staff will include conducting regular team meetings and individual staff reviews and performance appraisals for relevant staff. It also includes ensuring that measurable objectives are set and met in a timely way and within budget.
Fulfilling other responsibilities as part of the SMT, including regular management meetings.
For full details and how to apply see www.rscm.co.uk/join-us/work-for-us.
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