Senior Manager, Government Relations

The Royal Conservatory is one of the largest and most respected music education institutions in the world, providing the definitive standard of excellence in curriculum design, assessment, performance training, teacher certification and arts-based social programs.

Whether at our schools, at Koerner Hall or within our corporate administration, please see the job postings below for opportunities to join our team.

Senior Manager, Government Relations - (RCM490.1)

Job Title

Senior Manager, Government Relations

Job Type

Full-time

Location

The Royal Conservatory - Toronto, ON M5S 1W2 CA (Primary)

Job Description

The Royal Conservatory (RCM) is one of the largest and most respected music education institutions in the world, providing the definitive standard of excellence in curriculum design, assessment, performance training, and teacher certification. Graduates from its two performance training programs, The Glenn Gould School and The Phil & Eli Taylor Performance Academy for Young Artists, regularly perform on major international stages. The RCM is also a leader in the development of early childhood education programs and arts-based social programs, and presents a diverse range of concerts featuring the finest Canadian and international artists in its magnificent performance space, Koerner Hall. Please visit www.rcmusic.com for more information.

What is the Opportunity?

The Senior Manager, Government Relations plays a key role in securing public sector funding to support the Royal Conservatory of Music’s mission, programs, and strategic priorities. This role leads the strategy and execution of all government grant proposals and cultivates relationships with government stakeholders to ensure sustained and growing support from all levels of government.

You will work closely with the Vice President of Development, the President & CEO, and other senior leadership team members. This is a revenue-generating position requiring strategic thinking, excellent writing, and relationship-building skills.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive government funding strategy that aligns with organizational goals and programming priorities.
• Identify and prioritize local, provincial, and federal funding opportunities.
• Build and manage a pipeline of government grant opportunities, including multi-year funding.
• Lead the development of compelling, well-researched government grant proposals
• Manage application timelines and ensure timely submission of high-quality applications, budgets, and supporting documents.
• Ensure compliance with grant terms and reporting requirements; coordinate interim and final reports.
• Monitor and report on grant performance and impact to leadership and funders.

Stakeholder Engagement & Stewardship

Internal Collaboration

Research & Policy Awareness

Performing other duties as required.

Job Requirements

What We're Looking For

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Additional Information

How to Apply

Interested candidates are asked to submit a cover letter and current résumé online (please upload a single file combining both documents) at www.rcmusic.com / about-us / careers-royal-conservatory. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate has been identified.

The RCM thanks all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The RCM is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and the RCM’s Anti-Racism, Access and Equity Policy, accommodation will be provided at any stage of in the recruitment and selection process. Applicants are asked to make their accommodation needs known when they have been contacted for an interview.

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