Events and Relationship Management Specialist
Amsterdam Sinfonietta is the premier string orchestra in the Netherlands. The orchestra performs at the country’s most prestigious concert venues and tours all over the world. It is known for its adventurous and innovative programs, ranging from pure classical music to collaborations with other art forms such as dance, theater, film, and poetry. Its repertoire is very broad: ranging from Baroque to contemporary music, as well as crossovers with pop, jazz, and non-Western music. Amsterdam Sinfonietta consists of 22 string players and is led by violinist and artistic director Candida Thompson. Amsterdam Sinfonietta is supported by the Dutch government and the City of Amsterdam, friends, donors, corporate partners, and foundations.
We are looking for a:
Events and Relationship Management Associate (0.6 FTE)
What will you be doing?
Each concert season, Amsterdam Sinfonietta organizes several events for donors and partners in connection with concerts, rehearsals, try-outs, and tours. These include pre- and post-concert receptions, the season opening and closing events, the New Year’s reception, Friends’ Rehearsals, fundraising events, and the annual donor trip with the orchestra.
We are looking for a colleague who can contribute ideas on the format and approach of events and gatherings and who will play a key role in the success of Amsterdam Sinfonietta. You will organize receptions from the planning stage through to the actual execution of the event. You will coordinate wishes and details with all (internal and external) stakeholders and manage the event on the day itself, working with your immediate colleagues to welcome donors and guests, make them feel at home with our orchestra, and ideally foster a connection between them and the orchestra.
You will coordinate the Friends and CD desk at our concerts: you will prepare the setup, schedule staff for the desk in consultation with the volunteers, and brief them on their duties and the details of the concert. Finally, you will support your team members with donor administration: you will ensure that all data is entered into the CRM system and assist with the preparation and administrative processing of pledges and donation agreements.
What do you bring to the table?
- You must have at least a college-level education and way of thinking.
- Ideally, you have relevant experience as an event manager or coordinator.
- You have excellent communication skills (English/Dutch).
- You enjoy working with others and are flexible, independent, and a team player.
- You have an affinity for culture, and especially for music.
- You are service-oriented and confident.
- You have a good sense of proportion and are attuned to your surroundings.
- You are familiar with CRM systems.
- You can negotiate with partners.
What do we offer you?
We offer a versatile position in an inspiring and informal work environment where you will collaborate with a small, close-knit, and motivated team. The salary is in accordance with the Collective Labor Agreement for Music Ensembles (scale 5), based on a 38-hour workweek, and depends on age and experience. The appointment is for one year, with the possibility of a permanent position.
We value diversity and believe that a diverse range of talents and experiences contributes to our vision and strategy for effectively reaching our diverse target audiences. We are looking for a candidate who will help make our organization more diverse in every way.
Interested?
Please send your resume and cover letter to info@sinfonietta.nl as soon as possible. If you have any questions about this position, please email marijevanderpas@sinfonietta.nl or call Marije van der Pas at 020-52 70 770.
