Development Manager
An opportunity for a creative, committed person to join the staff of a forward-thinking charity on the eve of its Centenary, as it prepares to grow and expand its mission and activities. The RSCM has a unique role and strong story to tell; and is looking to build long-term, sustainable increases in income to support its future ambitions.
Location: Salisbury/Hybrid (RSCM office is in Salisbury)
Type: Full-time
Salary: £40-50k, depending on experience.
Key responsibilities:
- Design, lead and execute an overall plan for fundraising activity and to contribute to Centenary planning work, and to increase giving levels at all levels
- Create a complementary High Net Worth approach plan
- Develop and oversee the execution of a Friends campaign
- On an ongoing basis, to prepare and submit applications to agreed grant funders and trusts
- Provide general, long-term input into RSCM Fundraising initiatives
What we are looking for
- Proven, successful experience of significant fundraising income generation within a charity, educational institution or comparable organisation.
- Ability to create and enact a fundraising strategy across multiple elements, including trusts, legacies, individual donors etc. and to focus on the most fruitful ones.
- Understanding of user/client/customer bases, and applying such information to inform future planning and policy
- An experienced line manager, capable of inspiring staff to innovate and think creatively
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- An empathy with the mission of the RSCM.
Click HERE to download the full job description and person specification.
For an informal conversation about the role please contact recruitment@rscm.com.
How to Apply
Anyone interested in applying should do so by emailing recruitment@rscm.com
- A CV (ideally of no more than 2 pages)
- A cover letter, setting out your interest and relevant experience (ideally no more than 750 words)
- In addition we ask you to complete the optional RSCM Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form found here.
Please include details of two referees together with their contact details: they will only be contacted if you reach the interview stage.
Closing date: 5:00pm BST Monday 3rd August
Interviews: Wednesday 12th and/or Thursday 13th August
Following a shortlisting meeting, all applicants will be updated on the outcome.
Appointment is subject to:
- Completion of the RSCM Safer Recruitment process (including references and satisfactory completion of the RSCM’s Confidential Self-declaration Form)
- Basic level safeguarding training can be completed once in post
- Right to work in the UK
RSCM works to positively promote the importance of effective safeguarding, holding to the Christian belief of valuing each person as someone who bears the image of God and is loved equally by God, and therefore should be protected from harm.
Commercial and Trading Manager (Music Publishing & Online Sales)
Location: Salisbury/Hybrid (at least 60% presence in Salisbury office)
Type: Full-time
Salary: £35K
We’re looking for a commercially driven, hands-on manager to grow sales and shape the future of our online music publishing business, RSCM Enterprises. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of trading performance, drive customer growth, and enhance our e-commerce offering—while supporting a respected music charity. You’ll combine data insight, marketing, and digital expertise to improve sales across online and phone channels, working closely with a small, passionate team.
Key responsibilities
– Day-to-day ownership of sales performance (physical and downloads) backed up by the development of simple, realistic sales plans and planning and delivery of marketing activity
– Working with partners and distributors (UK and International)
– Building a clear picture of customer groups and their needs
– Acting as the commercial lead for the website
– Identify priorities for improvement (speed, look and feel, usability, content) and
– Working closely with colleagues in the wider charity to ensure alignment
What we are looking for
Essential skills (including);
– Commercial mindset: able to identify, quantify and deliver sales and growth with proven capability in this area
– Ability to understand customer requirements to inform marketing and business planning
– Data driven, able to manipulate and analyse data to draw and communicate conclusions.
– Practical and creative approach, with a willingness to roll up sleeves and “do the work”.
– Comfortable working independently, setting priorities and taking action to get things done; able to ask for help when needed.
– Ability to build effective relationships and work collaboratively.
Desirable (including);
– Interest in music – especially sacred and / or choral music (helpful, not required)
Click HERE to download the full job description and person specification.
Click HERE to visit RSCM Music Shop.
If you wish to discuss the role please email recruitment@rscm.com in order to arrange a call with Dr Paul Hedley, Deputy Director.
Candidates should send a CV and covering letter to recruitment@rscm.com by 5pm (BST) on Monday 6th July. Interviews will take place in Salisbury on Monday 13th July.
In addition, we ask you to complete the optional RSCM Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form found HERE.
Appointment is subject to:
• Completion of the RSCM Safer recruitment process (including references and satisfactory completion of the RSCM’s Confidential Self-declaration Form. Safeguarding training to be completed once in post.
• Right to work in the UK
RSCM works to positively promote the importance of effective safeguarding, holding to the Christian belief of valuing each person as someone who bears the image of God and is loved equally by God, and therefore should be protected from harm.
Volunteer with Us
For details about current vacancies for Volunteers click HERE
Partnership Vacancy
CHURCH MUSIC SOCIETY – Secretary and Treasurer
RSCM Publications is the exclusive publisher for the Church Music Society.
This charity and membership organisation, which supports church music, principally by publishing choral music and by providing a platform for research and educational material, seeks to fill these two part-time posts. They could be combined if attractive to a suitable candidate.
Full details from churchmusicsocietyapply@gmail.com or at www.church-music.org.uk
Closing date for applications: noon, 17 July