Development Operations Officer

Job reference: 405-23

Closing date: 9:00 AM, 3 October 2023

Interview date: Monday 16 or Tuesday 17 October 2023

Salary: £32,378 - £35,789 per annum. Appointments will normally be made to the first point of the grade.

Hours: Full-time

Term: Permanent

Available: October 2023

Founded in 1882, The Royal College of Music (RCM) is a world leading music conservatoire with a prestigious history and contemporary outlook. Our excellence was recognised as we were ranked the global top institution for performing arts in the 2023 & 2022 QS World University Rankings by Subject.

The RCM Development team raises significant support from individuals, companies, charitable trusts and foundations annually, ranging from £50 Friends memberships to seven figure gifts. The Development Operations Officer co-ordinates stewardship activities for donors at all levels, including regular communication pieces, and develops and delivers the RCM Friends programme, encouraging visitor and additional giving when appropriate. We are looking for candidates who:

Enjoy crafting succinct, accessible stories about our students and staff, including cutting edge research
Have experience delivering complex donor stewardship, running a membership scheme or increasing visitor giving
Can balance a diverse range of projects efficiently with excellent attention to detail

This post is offered on a permanent basis and is available from October 2023.

Applicant Information Pack

How to apply

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Application Form
Equal Opportunities Form

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Application Form

Equal Opportunities Form

The Royal College of Music is an Equal Opportunities Employer.