Fund Relationship Manager
As a Fund Relations Manager at the Concertgebouw, you will be working at one of the
the world's most beautiful concert halls, in a place where there's something different to do every day
is an experience. Using your fundraising expertise, you’ll be part of
a close-knit team dedicated to raising and retaining funds. You will be responsible for
thereby directly contributing to the financial foundation of the Concertgebouw as well as
in the implementation of the projects being organized.
You will be working at the Concertgebouw Fund (HCF). This is a
an independent foundation that serves as a supporting foundation for the Concertgebouw and
responsible for recruiting and managing relationships with private individuals
donors, funds, and foundations. The fundraising efforts are aimed at
in the areas of education, renovation, accessibility, and special programming.
Who are you?
You are an excellent planner and organizer, and you have been trained in
College or university degree. You have several years of work experience, preferably in the
cultural sector. You have an affinity for the Concertgebouw and knowledge of
(classical) music. You are able to independently raise funds for projects
recruit and retain staff, and by providing appropriate reporting to the founders of Funds on
You are responsible for maintaining and strengthening the relationship with these
benefactors.
In addition:
- Do you have excellent
- Do you have good grades?
- Do you know how to stay active and
- When things get busy, can you
- Can you work independently?
- Are you someone who likes to
- Are you creative and
communication skills, both verbal and written, in the
Dutch and English.
You have good judgment and are detail-oriented.
maintains close personal relationships with HCF’s contacts
relevant institutional funds and private donors who
Set up or maintain a named fund and organize events for it
keep stakeholders informed of progress.
staying on top of things and setting priorities.
and you're flexible.
contributes to the overall result through optimal coordination with
others, while respecting each other’s differences.
representative.
No two people are alike! The Concertgebouw strives to be an organization
where everyone feels welcome and safe. Where employees are free to
and be given every opportunity and recognition to contribute in their own way to the
mission:
The Concertgebouw brings together and enriches a diverse audience
with a sublime musical experience
That’s why we’re curious to find out who you are!
What will you be doing?
As a Fund Relationship Manager, you are responsible for recruiting and retaining
funding for projects. You proactively maintain contact with existing partners
institutional funds and Circle members who have established a Named Fund
called upon and are able to build relationships with institutional funds
build.
Other activities
are:
- You analyze options for
- You will be responsible for
- You take the initiative to
- You are hiding posts from
- You will ensure that the
- You are attending
submitting applications to external funding sources and proactively creating the
aligning the needs and aspirations at the Concertgebouw.
correspondence (in Dutch and English) for the recruitment of additional
resources to carry out projects.
writing grant proposals for education, renovation, and
special programming and you write the program notes, artistic
in terms of content and finances, for institutional funds and named funds.
contributes to, records, requests, and reports on funds, and maintains the internal
progress on the projects that the funds help finance.
the requirements set by grant providers are met and promoted.
various events and concerts, and you don't mind attending them
open in the evenings and on weekends.
What
What do we offer?
- A salary,
- A pension plan.
- 25 days of vacation
- A dynamic, informal work environment.
- The opportunity to unleash your creativity
- An interesting job
- A bicycle plan to
- The ability to
- Free ticket program for employees.
in accordance with the Concertgebouw’s compensation system, up to €
$3,055 to $4,062 gross per month for a full-time position (38 hours per week)
workweek.
on an annual basis for full-time employment.
and put their passion to good use.
where you'll become part of an experienced, professional, and friendly
team.
up to €749, including VAT.
take yoga classes or join our running team.
Application Process
Do you have any questions about the job opening or the application process? If so, please
Please contact Jolien Schuerveld Schrijver – j.schuerveld@concertgebouw.nl.
Will you be our new colleague? If so, please apply by Wednesday, September 20.
Apply for 2023 by submitting your resume and cover letter
No later than 7 days after the job posting closes, you will receive either
We will respond to your application by phone or email. Due to the summer
and holidays, the first interviews will take place in early October.
