The results of this competition may also be used to fill other similar vacancies, on a temporary or regular basis.
About the Canada Council for the Arts
Join our team and play a role in supporting Canadian creativity. The Canada Council is a dynamic, highly-respected federal Crown corporation with a mandate to foster and promote the study and enjoyment of, and production of works in, the arts for the benefit of all Canadians. We offer competitive salaries and benefit package. For more information about the Canada Council for the Arts, please visit our website at www.canadacouncil.ca.
About the role
Under the direct supervision of the Head, Art Bank, the Manager, Art Rental, develops and oversees the implementation of business strategies and procedures and oversees the development and servicing of client activities from acquisition to retention.
As the Manager, Art Rental, you will:
- promote the Art Bank through business development networking
- develop and ensure compliance with policies and procedures
- oversee the planning and mapping of resources
- identify new opportunities and channels for Art Bank Rental program
- monitor finances and financial objectives of the team
- maintain and manage own portfolio of clients
- initiate and maintain relationships with external clients
- develop and monitor sales strategies for various markets across Canada and occasionally internationally
- negotiate the rental of works of art in accordance with established policies and procedures
- represent the Art Bank as required; and perform other related duties.
You may be required to travel up to 45 days per year and on occasion, work irregular hours.
This position is located in Ottawa.
Basic requirements of the position
Education
An undergraduate degree in contemporary Canadian visual arts or equivalent combination of education and professional experience related to the responsibilities of the position
Experience
Five (5) years of experience in visual arts administration and business operations
Three (3) years of experience supervising staff
Previous sales and marketing experience would be an asset
Knowledge
Knowledge of the history and current status of contemporary Canadian visual arts including knowledge of visual arts created by Canadian Indigenous artists, culturally diverse artists, deaf and disabled artists
Skills & Competencies
Strong business planning skills including financial analysis and revenue forecasting
- Strong negotiation, collaboration, planning and communication skills
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills
- Excellent judgment, project management, teamwork, analytical and interpersonal skills
- Ability to identify, analyze and develop markets and networks
Bilingual Requirements
This position requires the use of both official languages. The requirements in the second official language are: an advanced level in oral and in reading comprehension and an intermediate level in writing.
How to apply
Send the completed Application Form, your cover letter and resume prior to the closing date by email at competition@canadacouncil.ca quoting the competition number(s) that you are applying for. If possible, please send all documents as one PDF file.
For more information please contact Mylène Mougeot at 613-566-4414 or 1-800-263-5588, extension 4124 or by e-mail at competition@canadacouncil.ca.
We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview and/or a written exam will be contacted.
The Canada Council for the Arts is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups (women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities) when you apply.
We are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and accessible to all. Should you require accommodation during the staffing process, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our Human Resources team.
