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Development Manager

Job description

This is a senior role and we are looking for an experienced Development Manager who would relish the opportunity to make a real difference, working closely with the CEO and her team to remove disabling barriers, increase access and advocate for equality of opportunity in music-making.

The successful candidate will develop, lead on and deliver Drake Music’s fundraising strategy, cultivate new donors, maintain and nurture relationships with a diverse range of trusts and foundations, and secure investment across the spectrum of funding sources.

The post holder will report to and work closely with the Chief Executive. Other key relationships will include the Associate  National Managers, Operations Manager and Programme Delivery Manager as well as Drake Music’s Trustees.

We are specifically welcoming of disabled applicants and will make any reasonable adjustments required to support you in the role. In addition, we are especially welcoming of other under-represented groups in the organisation including BME and LGBTQ people.

If you would like to have an informal conversation with either Carien Meijer, CEO, or Nim Ralph, Operations Manager, before applying we would encourage you to call the office on 020 7739 5444 or email info@drakemusic.org.

Click here for the application pack.

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