https://www.musicalchairs.info/rss/de/developmentEntwicklung - Stellenangebote, Kurse, Musikwettbewerbe & Instrumentenverkauf - musicalchairs - The world's leading online resource for Classical Music Professionals.deCopyright: (C) musicalchairs 2026 see https://www.musicalchairs.info/about/terms for terms and conditions of reuse.features@musicalchairs.info (musicalchairs)Thu, 07 May 2026 17:52:29 +010060http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssThe Association of British Orchestras (ABO) is looking to appoint a part time Marketing & Communications Manager to join its small and busy team. This new role plays a crucial part in increasing the visibility of the ABO’s work, delivering clear and accessible communications, and driving engagement across the organisation’s campaigns and channels. The role will ensure that members are informed, engaged and mobilised, and that the ABO’s policy, advocacy and sector facing work is communicated clearly and consistently. It supports both internal member communications and external stakeholder engagement, including campaigns and public facing messaging. The role also leads on the promotion of member services, events and projects, and supports partnerships and sponsorship generation for the ABO’s Annual Conference. We are looking for an experienced marketing and communications professional with strong digital skills and a strategic approach to audience engagement. You will be an excellent writer and editor, confident adapting tone and content for different audiences, and comfortable managing email communications, social media and digital platforms. You will also be confident using CRM or database systems, with a strong understanding of data protection and best practice in handling member data. Ideally, you will have experience working in the arts, cultural, charity or membership sectors, and an interest in the UK orchestral or wider cultural landscape. Experience supporting advocacy, policy communications or campaigns is desirable, but just as important is your ability to think clearly, prioritise effectively and work collaboratively within a small team. The Association of British Orchestras’ mission is to enable and support an innovative, collaborative and sustainable orchestral sector, providing advice, support, intelligence and information to the people who make British orchestras a global success. The ABO strives for an orchestral sector that is fully inclusive, rThu, 07 May 2026 17:52:29 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/54097?ref=57https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/54097?ref=57The Fresno Philharmonic is seeking a fundraising professional to join us in making great music thrive in California’s Central Valley. The Development Manager is responsible for achieving the contributed revenue goals of the Fresno Philharmonic. The Development Manager works with the CEO and Patron Services staff to develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy for the Fresno Philharmonic aimed at donor development and retention. The ideal candidate will be a goal-oriented team player and consistently show enthusiasm, creativity, curiosity, and collegiality, as well as passion for the mission of the Fresno Philharmonic.Wed, 06 May 2026 19:04:14 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/54090?ref=57https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/54090?ref=57As the Orchestra celebrates its 80th Anniversary in 2026/27, we are seeking to appoint a dynamic, motivated and experienced fundraising professional to develop our Corporate Partnerships and achieve ambitious financial targets that will help the RPO to continue in its mission. As a member of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra’s Development team of five people, this role will focus on initiating, developing and maintaining corporate partnerships. Reporting to the Director of Development this role sits alongside an Individual Giving Manager and a Trusts and Foundations Manager, all supported by a Development Assistant. The RPO is seeking to appoint an ambitious and enterprising Corporate Partnerships Manager to build and grow a dynamic portfolio of business partnerships. The role will focus on generating income, developing meaningful partnerships and positioning the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra as a key strategic partner for business. The Corporate Partnership Manager will leverage new and existing networks to grow the RPO’s pipeline of prospects, recruiting new companies to the RPO family in line with agreed annual financial targets. As an RPO Ambassador the post-holder will be responsible for ensuring that the corporate partners remain engaged with the Orchestra and its wide range of work. As a front-line fundraiser, the post-holder will engage with the full breadth of the Orchestra’s work, collaborating with the wider organisation to ensure that key fundraising messages are communicated with consistency and integrity, through a compelling narrative. Key Responsibilities: • Identify, research, and prioritise prospective corporate partners aligned with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra’s ambition and brand. • Proactively generate and pursue new leads through networking, events, and sector insight. Working with an agency to develop new contacts. • Build and maintain a strong, active pipeline of opportunities with clear progression towards incoWed, 06 May 2026 09:45:42 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/54085?ref=57https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/54085?ref=57This two-year, full-time Arts Management Training Scheme offers successful applicants the opportunity to gain an in-depth insight into the operations and functions of a renowned symphony orchestra. Delivered across four key front-facing departments: Concerts, Marketing & Communications, Learning & Engagement and Development. Trainees complete four six-month rotations, each designed to build core skills, confidence, and knowledge of arts management in the four areas of orchestral operations. This is a hands-on, structured training programme, ideal for early-career professionals, recent graduates seeking a career in the arts and cultural sector, or those with experience who wish to refocus and shift career. Programme Features Hands-on delivery of core aspects of orchestra activities Work as a core member of collaborative teams, with on-the-job learning One-to-one mentorship from senior staff in each department Professional development workshops covering fundraising, budgeting, communications, and more Networking opportunities within the arts sector End-of-Scheme Outcome Comprehensive understanding of arts management in an orchestral setting A personalised career planning session with a senior member of staff Potential internal role opportunities, depending on skills, areas of interest, and vacancies Person Specification A passion for classical music and the arts Strong communication and organisational skills Ability to work collaboratively and independently Hands-on, positive and proactive attitude Eagerness to learn and take initiative Willingness to travel, dependent on orchestra travel and requirements Flexibility to work unsocial hours, including evenings and weekends Ability to read music an advantageMon, 27 Apr 2026 16:10:05 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/54022?ref=57https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/54022?ref=57To support the fundraising activity of The Benedetti Foundation by assisting with donor engagement, research, and fundraising campaigns, helping to grow income across individual giving, trusts and foundations, and events. For more information and to download an application pack please follow https://www.benedettifoundation.org/work-with-us Closing date 18th May at noonMon, 27 Apr 2026 10:22:32 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/54012?ref=57https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/54012?ref=57To lead and deliver income generation across Trusts and Foundations, public funding (including Arts Councils), and support the development of individual giving. This role will play a central part in securing and growing income, building strong relationships with funders, and telling the story of the Foundation’s work in a compelling and strategic way. To find out more and download an application pack please visit https://www.benedettifoundation.org/work-with-us Closing date 18th May at 12noonMon, 27 Apr 2026 10:20:09 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/54011?ref=57https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/54011?ref=57Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:21:19 +0100https://www.louisvilleorchestra.org/about/jobs-auditions/careershttps://www.louisvilleorchestra.org/about/jobs-auditions/careersFri, 24 Apr 2026 17:16:38 +0100https://recruit.hirebridge.com/v3/CareerCenter/v2/details.aspx?cid=6953&jid=644730&joblocvalue=1040https://recruit.hirebridge.com/v3/CareerCenter/v2/details.aspx?cid=6953&jid=644730&joblocvalue=1040Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:00:06 +0100https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/DD7A2079993A11C7CE0063E11AD83F8F/jobs/394068https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/DD7A2079993A11C7CE0063E11AD83F8F/jobs/394068Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:31:28 +0100https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=c579b07f-1256-4615-abd1-efdf736a92e1&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US&jobId=937506https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=c579b07f-1256-4615-abd1-efdf736a92e1&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US&jobId=937506As a member of the RPO Leadership Team the Director of Development will be responsible for agreeing and delivering fundraising income targets, building on a portfolio which currently provides circa £1.4 million per annum for the Orchestra’s work. The Director will set a clear fundraising strategy which will include all current income streams: individual giving, Trusts and Foundations, Corporate support and partnerships and the American Friends of the RPO, as well as exploring areas not yet exploited, but believed to hold opportunities for significant development. The Director will manage the Development team, supporting their professional growth and work collaboratively with colleagues to develop partnerships and opportunities to raise funds from a variety of sources. • Develop a fundraising strategy in line with the Business Plan, mission, vision and values of the RPO • Ensure the fundraising team meets annual income targets through effective delivery of the fundraising strategy • Lead the management of the relationships with donors across all income streams • Actively cultivate new donors across all fundraising areas using various networks including those of other supporters and senior volunteers. Ensure the RPO are maximising all possible donor recruitment opportunities through a targeted, proactive approach • Lead the development of imaginative corporate support opportunities – whether from local, regional, national or international businesses • Oversee the application processes and approaches to Trusts and Foundations, ensuring these are coordinated and of the highest quality • Ensure that all possible opportunities to leverage funding are taken advantage of as artistic activity is planned and realised • Ensure that the highest quality donor-care is maintained across all income streams • Ensure that all materials produced by the team are of the highest quality • Ensure the delivery of high quality, varied supporter eventsWed, 22 Apr 2026 10:39:08 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/53960?ref=57https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/53960?ref=57Known for its unique, team-oriented fundraising culture, Sarasota Orchestra seeks to engage a Senior Director of Donor Engagement – Major Gifts to join an established and successful team of fundraising professionals. This position will focus on cultivation of major gifts, while helping to implement and execute successful Giving campaigns. This position will maintain a keen awareness of Sarasota Orchestra’s overall development program which includes annual giving, foundation and corporate giving and revenue generated from special events. This position will also support the fundraising effort for a new Sarasota Music Center facility. Work and collaborate with fellow Donor Engagement Team members to establish objectives and set goals in a culture that cares deeply about stewardship and working as part of a team of development professionals. The Senior Director shall support a respectful and positive working relationship with all employees, patrons and customers, promoting an inclusive, respectful culture and Sarasota Orchestra values.Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:17:35 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/53892?ref=57https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/53892?ref=57Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with Gulfshore Opera in the search for a Chief Development Officer. Reporting to the Founder & General Director, the Chief Development Officer will develop and implement a comprehensive development program to identify individuals, foundations, and organizations at all giving levels, focusing on those with the potential to make transformative gifts to the organization and ensuring that patrons are systematically engaged through all phases of the fundraising cycle, from donor qualification to effective solicitation and stewardship. Gulfshore Opera (GO) was founded in 2014 by General Director Steffanie Pearce, a producer, director, performer, and teacher with more than 40 years of experience in opera and an international performance career. Now a growing Level Three company under OPERA America guidelines—and the only touring opera company in Florida—GO enriches Southwest Florida with accessible, high-quality, and diverse vocal performances featuring classically trained artists. A bachelor's degree and at least five years of experience in nonprofit, performing arts fundraising, including three years of leadership experience, is preferred for this position. If you are excited about this role and feel that you can contribute to GO, but your experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply. The salary range for this position is $86,000 to $100,000 annually and will be based on experience and qualifications. Very well-qualified candidates may anticipate a salary in the $95,000 to $100,000 range. Gulfshore Opera is committed to the inclusion of all qualified candidates. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or participating in the selection process, please contact Tonya Malik-Carson at tonyamc@aspenleadershipgroup.com. To apply for this position, visit: https://apptrkr.com/6968065.Tue, 03 Mar 2026 17:31:01 +0000https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/53500?ref=57https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/53500?ref=57Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with Brevard Music Center in the search for a Chief Advancement Officer. Reporting to the President and CEO, the CAO will lead the organization’s fundraising, institutional marketing, and external engagement efforts during a significant period of institutional growth and evolution. This is a rare opportunity to help shape the future of a nationally respected music institution at a pivotal moment. The CAO will exercise meaningful influence through close collaboration with organizational leadership and will have the opportunity to align philanthropy, marketing, and storytelling in service of Brevard Music Center’s enduring mission. Situated on a stunning, wooded 180-acre campus in western North Carolina, BMC is widely regarded as one of the nation’s premier summer training programs and music festivals. Under the artistic leadership of acclaimed conductor Keith Lockhart, who serves as Conductor of the Boston Pops and formerly as Chief Conductor of the BBC Concert Orchestra in London, nearly 1,000 exceptionally talented students and participants gather each summer to study with distinguished faculty and internationally renowned guest artists. Significant senior-level experience in advancement, development, or external affairs, preferably within the performing arts, higher education, or mission-driven nonprofit organizations is desirable. If you are excited about this role and feel that you can contribute to BMC, but your experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply. The salary range for this position is $165,000 to $185,000. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or participating in the selection process, please contact Kim Farr at kimfarr@aspenleadershipgroup.com. To apply for this position, visit: https://apptrkr.com/6910249.Mon, 09 Feb 2026 18:19:34 +0000https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/53228?ref=57https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/53228?ref=57Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with the Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts in the search for a Vice President of Philanthropy. Reporting to the President and Chief Executive Officer, the Vice President of Philanthropy will advance the mission of Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts by fostering a culture of philanthropy and strategically guiding all aspects of fundraising. The VP will lead a talented philanthropy team, oversee major gift cultivation, and manage a personal portfolio of high-value donors and prospects. Recognized for its rich and storied history, the Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts is a leading cultural center in the New York metropolitan region and is known as a “year-round powerhouse of cultural activity” (BBC Music Magazine). Caramoor’s mission is to enrich the lives of audiences through innovative and diverse musical performances of the highest quality, mentor young professional musicians, and engage children through interactive educational experiences that deepen their relationship to and understanding of music. These three fundamentals — music performance, musician mentoring, and music education — infuse all aspects of Caramoor’s work. A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least ten years of fundraising experience, ideally in an arts setting, is preferred for this role. If you are excited about this role and feel that you can contribute to Caramoor, but your experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply. The salary range for this position is $195,000 to $215,000 annually. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or participating in the selection process, please contact Jeanette Rivera-Watts at jeanetterw@aspenleadershipgroup.com. To apply for this position, visit: https://apptrkr.com/6891013.Fri, 30 Jan 2026 22:40:50 +0000https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/53128?ref=57https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/53128?ref=57The Atlanta Opera is entering one of the most exciting moments in its history, and we’re seeking a visionary, relationship‑driven Director of Advancement for Philanthropy to help lead the way. As a key member of our senior leadership team, this role will drive our capital campaign and support the launch of a groundbreaking new facility that will redefine opera experiences in Atlanta. With extraordinary artistic and organizational momentum, this is a rare opportunity for a bold, strategic leader to shape the future of a major cultural institution and champion transformative philanthropic partnerships. ABOUT THE ROLE The Director of Advancement for Philanthropy (DAP) will partner with the Director of Advancement Revenue within our unified patron‑engagement model, ensuring seamless collaboration across philanthropy, marketing, and ticketing. Working closely with the General & Artistic Director, Board, Advisory Council, and senior leadership, the DAP will lead a talented development team, deepen major donor relationships, and drive contributed revenue to support ambitious artistic and organizational goals. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Lead annual giving, major gifts, campaign, and legacy strategies • Partner with leadership on long‑term Advancement planning • Manage and mentor the fundraising team • Use data to forecast revenue and identify opportunities • Build and steward a major donor portfolio • Oversee institutional giving and Advancement Operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance QUALIFICATIONS • 10+ years fundraising leadership; 8+ years supervising teams • Experience with major campaigns • Strong strategic, communication, and relationship‑building skills • CRM proficiency (Tessitura preferred); Microsoft Office skills • Bachelor’s degree required; arts experience a plus Learn more & apply: https://www.atlantaopera.org/about/careers-auditions/#Director_AdvancementTue, 27 Jan 2026 23:56:32 +0000https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/53085?ref=57https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/53085?ref=57ABOUT THE ROLE The Director of Development will lead the Development Team at Boise Phil and work closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to oversee and manage all aspects of the Phil’s development initiatives. The Director of Development must think strategically and practically to implement a comprehensive and results-oriented development plan. The position is currently responsible for generating $1.5 million in contributed revenue annually, with a focus on major gifts, grants, and corporate sponsorships.Tue, 23 Sep 2025 19:21:00 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/51828?ref=57https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/51828?ref=57Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with Houston Grand Opera in the search for a Chief Philanthropy Officer. Reporting to the General Director and CEO, the Chief Philanthropy Officer will serve as a visionary leader and strategic partner to the General Director and CEO, the Executive Leadership Group, and the Board of Directors, responsible for shaping and driving a best-in-class fundraising and philanthropic partnership program. Houston Grand Opera, located in Houston, Texas, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1955 by Houstonians Elva Lobit, Edward Bing, and Charles Cockrell, with German-born impresario Walter Herbert as its first Conductor and Director. The company now presents six to eight productions per season at the Wortham Theater Center in two performance spaces: the Alice and George Brown Theater and the Roy and Lillie Cullen Theater, with an operating budget of $35-40 million. A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 10 years of fundraising leadership experience is preferred for this position. If you are excited about this role and feel that you can contribute to HGO, but your experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of Houston Grand Opera and the responsibilities and qualifications specified in the position prospectus. Houston Grand Opera offers a highly competitive annual salary plus the potential for performance-based bonus. Houston Grand Opera is committed to the inclusion of all qualified candidates. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or participating in the selection process, please contact Jeanette Rivera-Watts at jeanetterw@aspenleadershipgroup.com. To apply for this position, visit: https://apptrkr.com/6570565Mon, 15 Sep 2025 22:51:28 +0100https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/51773?ref=57https://www.musicalchairs.info/de/admin-jobs/51773?ref=57