Workshop Facilitator

Proposed Salary: $40,000/full-time

Preference given to Indigenous applicants.

Work Culture at artsnb

The New Brunswick Arts Board (artsnb) is an equal opportunity employer.

Equal opportunity at artsnb means:

  • Hiring on merit to attract and maintain a highly qualified workforce
  • Removing barriers in employment policies and practices to allow full participation and productivity in all aspects of employment 
  • Not tolerating discrimination and harassment
  • Providing employment accommodation
  • Respect for the dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace is fundamental. Our organizational values stress the importance of diversity, fairness and trust.

Qualifications

  • A diploma/degree from a college/university program
  • Full working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook programs
  • Knowledge of social media and marketing methods
  • Detail-oriented
  • Ability to troubleshoot
  • Demonstrated interest in the arts
  • Experience in event-planning an asset

Job description / Objectives

Facilitating artsnb’s Intensive Creative Capacity Workshops for Indigenous Artists

1.    Organize a series of workshops with local (New Brunswick), regional (Atlantic) and national arts organizations and arts professionals

  • Identify and secure an appropriate location for the workshop discipline.
  • Identify and secure facilitators for each event, establish rates, duration of involvement, and planning meetings in advance of each workshop (via teleconference or in person as appropriate and according to means).
  • Contract facilitators.
  • Facilitate planning sessions in advance of the workshop.
  • Develop a detailed itinerary and administer the event from beginning to post-mortem (administer entrance survey, opening smudge, catering, logistics, equipment/materials, accommodations, budget, timeline, promotional materials, registration mechanism (Eventbrite/phone/email), closing ceremony, administer exit survey, write final report).
  • Lead and manage the event, ensuring all details are properly attended to.
  • Develop and administer evaluation frameworks pre – and post-workshop
  • Prepare detailed quantitative/qualitative reports on each workshop

2.    Increase the number of Indigenous artists in New Brunswick who are prepared to work towards a sustainable professional artistic practice so that they can thrive rather than survive.

3.    Organize facilitated training on the essential relationship between traditional and contemporary practice in 7 artistic disciplines: Visual Arts, Fine Craft, Literary Arts, Music, Dance, Film, and Theatre.

4.    Provide training and resources so that professional artists are able to navigate the professional arts world for each of the above disciplines and ensure that basic tools are in place for each participant:

a.    Develop an artist statement and bio
b.    Provide guidelines and resources for developing an artist CV and portfolio

5.    Improve the quality, visibility, reputation, and perception of New Brunswick’s Indigenous artists and their work.

6.    Build a network of support among established professional arts organizations in New Brunswick and Canada for New Brunswick’s Indigenous artists.

Application Deadline: 
Monday, March 21, 2016
Start Date: 
Friday, April 1, 2016
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Fredericton
Province: 
New Brunswick
Education Level: 
College/Cegep
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
Yes
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By E-Mail

Direction générale

Le Conseil des ressources humaines en culture du Nouveau-Brunswick (Culture Plus) est à la recherche d’un ou d’une candidat.e pour combler le poste de la Direction générale.

En plus d’un Curriculum Vitae, les candidat.e.s sont prié.e.s à fournir une lettre exprimant leur motivation pour le poste ainsi que des références. Toutes les candidatures doivent être déposées avant le 31 mars 2016, 16 h 30. Nous remercions tous les candidat.es pour leur intérêt; seulement les candidat.e.s retenu.e.s seront contacté.e.s

Les candidatures peuvent être déposées par la poste à l’adresse suivante :

Culture Plus - Comité d’embauche
Conseil des ressources humaines en culture du Nouveau-Brunswick, inc.
140 rue Botsford, Suite 9
Moncton, NB E1C 4X4

Ou par courriel : cultureplus.nb@gmail.com

 

TITRE : Direction générale

SUPÉRIEUR IMMÉDIAT : Conseil d’administration

LANGUES : La maîtrise du français et de l’anglais est essentiel

EMPLACEMENT : Moncton, Nouveau-Brunswick

 

DESCRIPTION DE L’ORGANISME :

Culture Plus (Conseil des ressources humaines en culture du Nouveau-Brunswick) est un organisme sans but lucratif, bilingue, voué à renforcer la vitalité des ressources humaines du secteur culturel du Nouveau-Brunswick par l’entremise du développement professionnel et de la formation continue.

Ce nouvel organisme est d’abord et avant tout un organisme de service dédié aux intervenants dans tous les domaines du secteur culturel tels que les arts visuels et les métiers d’art,  les arts de la scène,  le patrimoine, les livres et les périodiques, la musique,  le cinéma, la radio, la télévision et la radio-télédiffusion ainsi que les médias numériques interactifs.

Culture Plus établit des partenariats avec des organismes des secteurs public, privé et sans but lucratif ainsi que des établissements d’enseignement dans le but de faciliter le développement professionnel et l’acquisition de compétence pour les travailleurs du secteur culturel.

 

APERÇU DU PROFIL :                        

Conformément à l'orientation stratégique définie par le Conseil d'administration, la Direction générale se charge de la gestion de l’ensemble des activités et des actions de Culture Plus dans le but d’atteindre ses objectifs à long terme et d’en réaliser sa mission. La DG veillera à la planification, l’exécution et l’évaluation des programmes et des services de l’organisme, ainsi qu’à la gestion financière.

Conjointement avec la présidence du Conseil d'administration, la DG peut être appelée à agir comme porte-parole officiel de l'organisme. Elle établira de bonnes relations de travail et des accords de collaboration avec les intervenant.e.s du secteur culturel, représentant.e.s gouvernementaux et autres organismes afin de réaliser le mandat de Culture Plus. 

Avec l’aide du personnel, la DG identifiera les besoins spécifiques et les enjeux des ressources humaines en culture et développera des moyens d'y remédier. La DG travaillera étroitement avec ses membres et les intervenants du secteur culturel dans l’élaboration de programmes, la recherche et la mise en œuvre d’une stratégie de ressources humaines en culture.

EXIGENCES DU POSTE :

  • Un minimum de 3 ans d'expérience dans un poste au niveau de la direction; 
  • Gandes aptitudes en administration et en gestion;
  • Excellentes compétences organisationnelles et d’analyse;
  • Fortes compétences en relations interpersonnelles;
  • Forte expérience en gestion financière et budgétaire;
  • Excellente capacité de communiquer de façon efficace en réunions, avec les médias et en communications écrites et verbales avec divers intervenant.e.s;
  • Capacité d'articuler les possibilités et les enjeux relatifs aux ressources humaines en culture;
  • Expérience au sein du secteur sans but lucratif et/ou avec des organismes regroupant des membres;
  • Capacité d’établir un environnement organisationnel, efficace, transparent et collaboratif.

TÂCHES ET RESPONSABILITÉS :

Collaboration avec le Conseil d’administration et les comités de travail

  • Préparer les réunions du Conseil d’administration en étroite collaboration avec la présidence;
  • Organiser l’Assemblée générale annuelle en étroite collaboration avec la présidence;
  • Travailler de façon efficace avec les représentant.e.s du secteur culturel, le Conseil d’administration et ses divers comités de travail;
  • Assurer le bon fonctionnement des différents comités de travail
  • Fournir au Conseil d'administration des recommandations, le cas échéant, sur l'orientation stratégique et l'administration quotidienne de Culture Plus;
  • Fournir des conseils sur la question des ressources humaines en culture au Nouveau-Brunswick.

 

Relations gouvernementales, partenariats et communications

  • Établir de bonnes relations de travail et des liens de collaboration avec d’autres organismes culturels, petites et grandes entreprises / employeurs, artistes et travailleurs du secteur culturel, ainsi que les institutions d’enseignement et de formation;
  • Développer et maintenir des relations de travail et des liens stratégiques avec l’ensemble des partenaires, y compris les représentant.e.s gouvernementaux;
  • Assurer des communications cohérentes et de haute qualité qui répondent aux besoins d’information des membres, des partenaires et des instances décisionnelles, tout en véhiculant l’image de marque de l’organisme.

 

Représentation et promotion

  • Représenter et promouvoir Culture Plus, agir comme un catalyseur dans le but d’accroître son membership et favoriser son impact dans le milieu culturel;
  • Assumer les responsabilités de représentation et se déplacer, au besoin, afin de promouvoir les objectifs de Culture Plus;
  • Conjointement avec la présidence, agir comme porte-parole officiel de Culture Plus et participer à toutes les activités jugées nécessaires pour en refléter la mission et la vision.

 

Financement

  • Élaborer et mettre en œuvre des stratégies de financement afin d'obtenir les fonds nécessaires pour assurer les activités et le bon fonctionnement de l’organisme;
  • Administrer de façon efficace les fonds et les services offerts conformément aux contrats gouvernementaux, aux lignes directrices du Conseil d’administration et toutes autres ententes de financement;
  • Assurer une gestion efficace et efficiente des finances afin de favoriser la bonne santé financière de l’organisme;
  • Susciter les partenariats d’affaires et autres types de collaboration permettant la maximisation des ressources financières de Culture Plus.

 

Fonctionnement

  • Gérer les opérations quotidiennes de Culture Plus y compris la planification, la gestion financière, le personnel, la négociation de contrats et la représentation;
  • Proposer et mettre en œuvre des politiques et des procédures selon les règlements généraux de Culture Plus ainsi que le plan stratégique et toutes autres directives administratives adopté par le Conseil d’administration;
  • Élaborer le budget annuel et, une fois approuvé par le Conseil d’administration, en assurer le suivi;
  • Développer, livrer et gérer les projets de Culture Plus;
  • Assurer la gestion des ressources humaines en lien avec les objectifs de l'organisme, y compris le recrutement, la sélection, les contrats, la formation, l’évaluation et la résiliation de contrat du personnel et des fournisseurs de services;
  • Assurer un climat de travail harmonieux et épanouissant, axé sur l’efficacité, le professionnalisme, la créativité, l’atteinte des objectifs et le développement du personnel.

 

 

Culture Plus - Comité d'embauche
Conseil des ressources humaines en culture du Nouveau-Brunswick inc.
140 rue Botsford, Suite 9
Moncton, NB E1C 4X4

cultureplus.nb@gmail.com

Application Deadline: 
Thursday, March 31, 2016
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Moncton
Province: 
New Brunswick
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
French
Travel: 
Yes
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By Mail
By E-Mail

Executive Director

The Cultural Human Resources Council of New Brunswick (Culture Plus) is presently looking for a candidate to fill the position of Executive Director.

Along with their Curriculum Vitae, candidates are asked to provide a cover letter expressing their incentive to fill the position, as well as references. All applications must be received by March 31, 2016 4:30pm. We thank all candidates for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Applications can be sent in a sealed envelope to: 


Culture Plus - Hiring Committee
Cultural Human Resources Council of New Brunswick Inc.
140 Botsford St, Unit 9
Moncton, NB E1C 4X4

Or by email to: cultureplus.nb@gmail.com

 

TITLE:  Executive Director

REPORTS TO: Board of Directors

LANGUAGES: Effective communication in both English and French is essential

LOCATION: Moncton, New Brunswick

 

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW:

Culture Plus (Cultural Human Resources Council of New Brunswick) is a newly formed not-for-profit, bilingual organization committed to ensuring the vitality of New Brunswick’s cultural sector workforce through life-long career development and training.

It is first and foremost a service organization designed to support stakeholders in all cultural domains, including heritage and libraries, live performance, visual and applied arts, written and published works, audio-visual and interactive media, and sound recording.

Culture Plus partners with public, private and not-for-profit organizations as well as training institutions in an effort to facilitate professional development and skills acquisition for workers in the cultural sector.

 

PROFILE OVERVIEW:                        

The Executive Director is responsible for the administrative leadership of the organization’s long-term goals and daily affairs, following the strategic direction developped by the Board of directors. He or she will oversee the planning, implementation and evaluation of the organization’s programs and services, as well as secure adequate funding for its successful operation.

He or she will establish good working relationships and collaborative arrangements with members of the cultural sector, government representatives, and other organizations in order to achieve the mandate of Culture Plus. In conjunction with the President of the board, the ED may be called upon to act as an official spokesperson for the organization.

The ED will identify specific human resources needs and issues within the cultural sector and assist in the development of means to address them. The ED will work closely with stakeholders and membership across the cultural sector in program development, research and implementation of an HR strategy.

 

ATTRIBUTES:

  • A minimum of 3 years experience in a similar executive level position;
  • Strong administrative and management skills;
  • Excellent organizational and analytical skills;
  • Strong interpersonal skills;
  • Experience in financial management, developing and working with a budget; 

  • Excellent ability to communicate in meetings, with media, and in both written and verbal communications with various stakeholders;
  • Ability to articulate the opportunities and challenges of the evolving cultural human resources environment;
  • Experience working in a non-profit sector and/or membership-based organizations;
  • Ability to build an effective, efficient, transparent and collaborative organizational environment.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collaboration with Board of Directors and working committees

  • Organize Board meetings in collaboration with the Presidency;
  • Organise Annual General Meetings in collaboration with the Presidency;
  • Work effectively with representatives of the cultural sector, the Board of Directors and working committees;
  • Ensure the proper functioning of the various working committees;
  • Provide the Board of Directors with recommendations, as appropriate, on the strategic direction and day-to-day administration of Culture Plus;
  • Provide advice on cultural sector human resource issues in New Brunswick.

Governmental relations, partnerships and communications 

  • Build good working relationships and collaborative arrangements with other cultural organizations, large and small businesses / employers, artists and workers within the cultural sector, as well as educational / training institutions;
  • Develop and maintain working relationships and strategic ties with stakeholders including government representatives;
  • Ensure that all Culture Plus communications are coherent, high-quality and meet the informational needs of members, partners and decision-making bodies, all the while properly conveying the organization’s branding.

     

    Outreach and impact of Culture Plus

    • Represent and promote Culture Plus and act as a catalyst for expanding its membership and impact within the cultural sector;
    • Undertake representational responsibilities and travel as required to promote the objectives of Culture Plus;
    • In conjuction with the Presidency of Culture Plus, act as offical representative of the organisation and participate in all activities deemed necessary to reflect its mission and vision.

    Funding

    • Develop and implement strategic revenue development proposals to secure funding for the organization’s activities and successful operation;
    • Administer funds and services effectively, complying with government contracts and Board guidelines and all other funding agreements;
    • Ensure the effective and efficient use of the organization’s financial ressources to ensure budgetary responsibility is maintained;
    • Create business partnerships and other forms of collaboration in order to maximize the financial resources of Culture Plus.

    Operations

    • Manage day-to-day operations of Culture Plus including planning, financial management, staff developement, contract negotiation, and advocacy;
    • Propose and implement policies and procedures as set out in the Culture Plus bylaws, the Board approved Strategic Plan and other administrative guidelines;
    • Develop the annual budget and, once approved by the Board of Directors, ensure its monitoring;
    • Develop, deliver and manage projects for Culture Plus;
    • Manage human resources required to meet the organization’s goals including the recruitment, selection, contracting, training, evaluation and termination of any staff and contractors;
    • Ensure a harmonious and fulfilling working environment, focused on effeciency, professionalism, creativity, the achievement of objectives and staff development.

     

    Culture Plus - Hiring Committee
    Cultural Human Resources Council of New Brunswick Inc.
    140 Botsford St, Unit 9
    Moncton, NB E1C 4X4

    cultureplus.nb@gmail.com

Application Deadline: 
Thursday, March 31, 2016
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Moncton
Province: 
New Brunswick
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
French
Travel: 
Yes
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By Mail
By E-Mail

Supervisor, Cultural Development & Programming

Reporting to the Manager, Culture and Centralized Recreation Services, or designate, be responsible for providing leadership and facilitation to implement the City of Oshawa Arts, Culture and Heritage Plan to advance the City's cultural initiatives; will coordinate the City’s Cultural Leadership Council and function as its chief staff resource; and supervise cultural programming and oversee the Arts Resource Centre.

Job Responsibilities

Duties include; implementing and monitoring Oshawa's Arts, Culture and Heritage Plan; coordinating and supporting activities of the Cultural Leadership Council; supervising and managing human resources of full-time and part-time staff, students and volunteers; supervising and managing the Arts Resource Centre facility; developing and monitoring annual budget; providing guidance and leadership within the Corporation and the Community to cultural development Initiatives; developing related policies and procedures to support arts, culture and heritage; coordinating grant applications and funding opportunities to support cultural development; coordinating cultural resources database; preparing and directing communication strategies; coordinating the City’s Public Art Policy and Program; liaising with both internal and external stakeholders; prepare Committee and Council reports; other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Knowledge and skill generally associated with the completion of a four (4) year Bachelor Degree in any of the following areas: Cultural Studies, Cultural Planning, Art History, Arts Administration, Heritage, History, Public Administration, Economic/Cultural Development or a related field plus six (6) years of progressive work experience, three (3) of which is in a supervisory capacity, in the Arts, Culture or Heritage field, in the areas of municipal/ government and project management or have an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Sound knowledge of policies, issues, trends and best practices related to cultural planning, arts, culture and heritage development and familiarity with municipal government practices and procedures.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, Power Point)

Excellent communication (written/verbal), report writing and presentation skills; as well as solid interpersonal skills to deal with internal and external stakeholders; strong research and analytical abilities.

Established skills and experience in project management, strategic planning, facilitation, community development, cultural planning, volunteer management and public relations are strong assets.

Established skills in program planning and event management.

Sound knowledge in the supervision of risk management of programs and facilities.

Strong multitasking skills and flexibility to meet varying deadlines; independent self-starter with the ability to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends.

Knowledge of cultural planning, volunteer management, public relations and leadership are strong assets.

Ability to provide own transportation for travel between facilities as required.

Please be advised that position location as noted is at the time of posting and is subject to change, as required due to operational needs.

We would like to thank all applicants however, please note that only those selected to attend an interview will be contacted and all other applicants will be kept on file.  Applicants are advised that written, oral and practical testing may form part of the selection process.

All applicants are encouraged to provide a valid email address for communication purposes.  Please ensure that you check your email regularly to receive any correspondence. 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC).  The City of Oshawa will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities and/or needs related to the OHRC.  Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Interested candidates are invited to provide a resume with covering letter electronically no later than Friday, March 18, 2016, at www.oshawa.ca (under A-Z listing, click “E” for employment or under City Hall, Employment).  Please note hard copies of resumes will not be accepted.

We thank all applicants, but only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

Application Deadline: 
Friday, March 18, 2016
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Oshawa
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
University (Graduate)
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
Apply Online

Conservatory Coordinator

FUNCTION
The Conservatory Coordinator works closely with the Director, Centre for Musical Arts and the Administrator, Centre for Musical Arts and is responsible for coordinating the development, marketing and day-to-day execution of UNB Conservatory programs including private lessons, group ensembles, and summer camps.

RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work with the Director to develop new Conservatory offerings by proposing an annual calendar of activities, presenting possible result of the plan, and executing elements chosen by the Director.
- Work with CEL Marketing and Promotions Director to market fall, winter and summer term Conservatory of Music offerings through online, print advertising, and in-person. Follow up with music instructors at UNB and in the community.
- Organize musical events including fall and winter solo and ensemble Conservatory concerts, summer camp final concert, and annual ensemble auditions.
- Report the status of Conservatory affairs at regular intervals to the Director and seek feedback, direction and decision making from the Director.

REQUIREMENTS
- University degree, preferably in music, arts administration, or a related field.
- 1-3 years of experience in arts administration or similar role.
- Entrepreneurial attitude with a desire to work independently and set own priorities and goals.
- Demonstrated ability to see projects through to completion.
- Demonstrated ability to develop positive relationships with stakeholders.
- Background in musical performance and/or instruction would be an asset.

Application Deadline: 
Tuesday, March 22, 2016
Start Date: 
Monday, May 2, 2016
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Fredericton
Province: 
New Brunswick
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
Apply Online

Responsable adjoint(e) intérimaire des subventions

Le Conseil des arts de l’Ontario est un organisme autonome financé par la province et relevant du ministère du Tourisme, de la Culture et du Sport. Le but premier du CAO est d’octroyer des subventions aux artistes et aux organismes artistiques professionnels.

Contrat plein temps à durée déterminée (jusqu’en février 2017)
Niveau : poste syndiqué, classe 6
Échelle salariale : 54 737 $ – 82 106 $
Lieu: Toronto

Le Conseil des arts de l’Ontario (CAO) est à la recherche d’une ou d’un professionnel des arts d’expérience pour assurer la surveillance et l’administration des subventions de projets dans le cadre des programmes de danse, bourses d’art et subventions pour le perfectionnement professionnel ou d’autres programmes pouvant lui être attribués.

Responsabilités
• Gérer, développer et surveiller les aspects administratifs des programmes et politiques de subventions qui lui incombent;
• Fournir le soutien requis aux divers programmes lorsque les responsables manquent de personnel pour cause d’absences, de projets spéciaux ou de volume élevé;
• Veiller à la liaison et au développement visant les collectivités artistiques représentées dans les programmes de subventions qui lui incombent;
• Fournir des renseignements, des conseils et des observations aux artistes et aux organisations artistiques;
• Faciliter les évaluations par les pairs et les travaux des comités d’examen des subventions;
• Faire des recommandations de subventions à l’aide de rapports verbaux et écrits au personnel et au conseil d’administration du CAO;
• Collaborer à l’élaboration des politiques, stratégies, programmes et services appropriés pour soutenir les priorités stratégiques du CAO;
• Gérer les budgets et le flux de travail des programmes et superviser le personnel dont il a la charge;
• Faire des heures supplémentaires à l’occasion, participer à des événements en soirée ou les fins de semaine et se déplacer partout en Ontario pour rencontrer les artistes et les représentants d’organisations artistiques.

Résumé des principales compétences
• Connaissance approfondie des arts du spectacle et savoir-faire pointu concernant le travail direct avec les artistes et les organisations artistiques dans différentes disciplines, plus particulièrement dans le domaine de la danse;
• Connaissance des tendances, enjeux, conditions et préoccupations des artistes et organisations artistiques évoluant dans les arts du spectacle;
• De 5 à 7 ans d’expérience comme administrateur artistique dans le milieu des arts à des niveaux de responsabilité progressivement plus élevés;
• Capacité éprouvée de fournir orientation et leadership dans la mise en œuvre des stratégies, programmes et initiatives liés au développement des arts;
• Expérience et connaissance de la rédaction de demandes de subventions et des systèmes de financement publics;
• Connaissance et expérience pratiques des aspects financiers de budgets de projets et de fonctionnement;
• Excellente maîtrise de l’anglais oral et écrit;
• Entregent et habileté éprouvée à communiquer efficacement et à faire des présentations;
• Facilitateur chevronné;
• Capacité à collaborer avec différentes personnes tant à l’intérieur qu’à l’extérieur du CAO;
• Méthodes organisationnelles et administratives solides et capacité de mener plusieurs activités de front;
• Excellente maîtrise des logiciels Excel, Word et Outlook et des programmes de base de données.

Les candidats qualifiés sont invités à envoyer une lettre de présentation accompagnée d’un CV, d’ici le 16 mars 2016, par l’une des méthodes suivantes (les demandes non accompagnées d’une lettre de présentation ne seront pas prises en considération) :

Par la poste : Conseil des arts de l’Ontario, Bureau des ressources humaines, DOSSIER No 19-15, 121, rue Bloor Est, 7e étage, Toronto (Ontario) M4W 3M5

En ligne : Formulaire de demande d’emploi en ligne (http://www.arts.on.ca/Page3436.aspx).

Les personnes ayant une limitation fonctionnelle qui nécessite des mesures d’adaptation à n’importe quelle étape du processus d’embauchage peuvent s’adresser à Nina Small par téléphone (1 800 387 0058, poste 7426) ou par courriel (nsmall@arts.on.ca).
Le Conseil des arts de l’Ontario souscrit au principe d'équité en matière d'emploi et appuie sans réserve la diversité en milieu de travail. Tous les candidats compétents sont invités à présenter une demande, notamment ceux de groupes revendiquant l'équité. Nous remercions tous les candidats de leur intérêt, mais communiquerons uniquement avec ceux qui seront sélectionnés pour une entrevue.

Application Deadline: 
Wednesday, March 16, 2016
Type of Work: 
Full Time
Contract
City: 
Toronto
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
Technical Training
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
Yes
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By Mail
Apply Online

Interim Associate Granting Officer

The Ontario Arts Council is a publicly funded agency of Ontario’s Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport. OAC’s primary purpose is to award grants to professional artists and arts organizations.

Fixed-Term Full-Time Contract through February 2017
Level: Unionized Position; Classification 6
Salary: $54,737 – $82,106
Location: Toronto

The Ontario Arts Council (OAC) requires an experienced arts professional to be responsible for the oversight and administration of project grants for dance programs, arts fellowships and professional development grant programs, as well as other grant programs as assigned.

Responsibilities:

• Manage, develop and provide administrative oversight of the assigned granting programs and policies;
• Provide support to various programs when Officers require additional assistance due to absences, work on special projects, and high volume periods;
• Conduct outreach and development for the arts communities represented by the assigned granting programs;
• Provide information, consultative advice and feedback to artists and arts organizations;
• Facilitate the peer-assessment grant review panels;
• Present grant recommendations through verbal and written reports to OAC staff and Board;
• Contribute to policy development, strategies, programs and services that will best support OAC’s strategic priorities;
• Manage program budgets and program workflow, and supervise associated staff;
• Work occasional overtime, attend events on evenings and weekends and travel throughout Ontario to meet with artists and arts organizations.

Summary of Key Qualifications:

• In-depth performing arts knowledge and expertise working directly with artists and arts organizations of different disciplines, with preference given to those with dance;
• Knowledge of the trends, issues, conditions and concerns of artists and arts organizations in the performing arts;
• 5 – 7 years of progressively more senior experience working in the arts as an arts administrator;
• Proven ability to provide direction and leadership in the implementation of arts development strategies, programs and initiatives;
• Experienced and knowledgeable in grant writing and public funding systems;
• Practical financial knowledge and experience with project and operating budgets;
• Superior proficiency in verbal and written English;
• Demonstrated effective communication, interpersonal and presentation skills;
• Experienced facilitator;
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse set of individuals internally and externally;
• Solid organizational and administrative practices and the ability to multi-task;
• Advanced computer proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook and database programs.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume, by March 16, 2016 using one of the following methods (please note that applications that do not include a cover letter will not be considered):

Mail: Ontario Arts Council, Human Resources Office, FILE #19-15, 121 Bloor Street East, 7th Floor, Toronto, Ontario M4W 3M5

Online: Online Application Form (http://www.arts.on.ca/Page3435.aspx)

If you are a person with a disability and require accommodation in any stage of the recruitment process please contact Nina Small at 1-800-387-0058 x 7426 or nsmall@arts.on.ca.

The Ontario Arts Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and strongly supports and values diversity in the workplace. Applications from all qualified candidates are welcome and individuals from equity-seeking groups are encouraged to apply. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for interview will be contacted.

Application Deadline: 
Wednesday, March 16, 2016
Type of Work: 
Full Time
Contract
City: 
Toronto
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
Technical Training
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
Yes
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By Mail
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Marketing Communications Specialist

OCMS seeks a dynamic Marketing Communications Specialist to meet the demands of its rapidly intensifying promotional initiatives. The successful applicant will possess excellent writing skills, a strong awareness of new media strategies, and a keen interest to learn new skills including HTML5/CSS3 development, WordPress content management, Photoshop and Lightroom image manipulation, desktop publishing, and media relations. This junior-level position demands superior time management and personal organizational abilities, as well as a near-obsessive commitment to excellence.

Reporting to the Executive/Artistic Director and under the mentorship of the Marketing Communications Advisor, your primary responsibilities will be to create and update content for our festival website, www.chamberfest.com, and our new digital music magazine, Wolfgang’s Tonic (www.wolfgangstonic.com). You will also contribute to the ongoing maintenance of our social media and YouTube channels, work with artist management to schedule media interviews, assist with the development of the OCMS annual report, and provide marketing communications support for other projects as required. An ability to understand complex concepts and a passion for the performing arts are crucial. You will be required to work overtime during the lead-up to and implementation of our summer festival, as well as during our fall/winter events.

Required Skills

  • Knowledge of and passion for classical music, chamber music, small ensemble performance
  • Bilingual (English, French: oral and written)
  • Strong writing and editing skills
  • Strong time management and personal organization skills
  • Experience with social media in a professional context
  • Demonstrable graphic design abilities

Optional Skills

  • WordPress
  • Video and audio editing
  • Photoshop and Lightroom
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • HTML5/CSS3
  • Google Analytics/Webmaster Tools/Adwords

Qualifications

  • Degree/diploma in English, marketing, communications, or journalism
  • 3-5 years’ related experience

We offer a competitive salary, benefits plan, a stimulating and collaborative work environment, and one of the most thrilling behind-the-scenes live-music experiences Ottawa offers.

If this opportunity excites you, please apply with a detailed resume and cover letter that describes how your experience relates to the qualifications we seek.

Peter MacDonald
Director of Operations
Ottawa Chamber Music Society
4 Florence Street, Suite 201, Ottawa ON K2P 0W7
E: pmacdonald@chamberfest.com
F: 613-234-7692

Deadline: February 29, 2016. Absolutely no telephone calls, please.

Application Deadline: 
Monday, February 29, 2016
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Ottawa
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
College/Cegep
Languages: 
English
French
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By Mail
By E-Mail

Membership and Administration Coordinator

Job Posting: Membership and Administration Coordinator, Ontario Museum Association (OMA), Toronto
Deadline for Applications: Wednesday, February 24, 2016

Job Description:

The OMA Membership and Administration Coordinator provide key program and administration support services to the members, Council, and staff of the Ontario Museum Association. Responsibilities focus on the annual Membership program and its related bookkeeping, support for the delivery of the Professional Development program, and the OMA Annual Conference. The Membership and Administration Coordinator must have the ability to multi-task and set priorities day-to-day and enjoy working in a small and dynamic team environment. This position requires a high degree of administrative and organizational skills, self-motivation, maturity, professionalism, initiative and creativity. Reporting to the Executive Director, this position also works closely with the Professional Development Program Manager, the Communications and Operations Coordinator and the bookkeeper. *See detailed responsibilities on page 2.

Experience and Education Requirements

  • Prior working experience with membership and professional development programs in the cultural, non-profit, and/or associative sector
  • University degree, college diploma or certificate, in the non-profit, cultural management or other related associative fields
  • Previous administrative or technical experience in an Ontario museum or heritage organization is an asset

Skills Requirements

  • Excellent proficiency in English (with French an asset), both written and verbal
  • Solid experience with Membership Database and programs (MS Access, online Member Management Systems, Learning Management Systems or other fundraising programs)
  • Basic knowledge of Drupal online web content management system
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
  • Experience and understanding of Social Media platforms and Mailchimp
  • Adobe Suite (Dreamweaver, In-Design, Illustrator) an asset
  • Simply Accounting an asset

Other Job Requirements and Assets

  • Occasional off site evening and weekend work is required (with advance notice provided)
  • Ability to travel in Ontario for annual conference, on occasion for other events required
  • HTML/CSS coding an asset
  • Bilingualism (English/French) an asset
  • Valid Ontario driver’s license an asset

General Office Equipment Technical Experience

PC computers, printer, photocopier, digital projector, credit card processing machine, postage meter

Reporting and Supervision Relationship:

The position of Membership and Administration Coordinator reports and supports the OMA Executive Director.

This position will suit a candidate with previous customer service experience, impeccable organizational skills, ability to set priorities for day-to-day work and manage multiple tasks in a fast- paced environment, with a professional appearance and phone manner, strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills. The OMA Secretariat is a small, dynamic and creative working environment where flexibility to fulfill duties as assigned is required.

A competitive salary, good benefits and generous vacation time are offered.

To apply:

Please send your cover letter and resume describing your interest, availability (start date) and the applicability of prior experience- including two professional references- indicating Membership and Administration in the subject line to: coordination@museumsontario.ca

No phone calls please.

While we thank all applicants, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline for application is Wednesday February 24, 2016 at 5:00pm

*Detailed Responsibilities:

OMA Membership Coordination

  • Provides front-line service to OMA members, Council members and related stakeholders
  • Coordinates and delivers annual membership program to OMA business standards using a database (i.e. recruitment and development, renewal, payment and receipting, invoicing, reporting, follow-up and appreciation)
  • Produces financial reports related to membership
  • Assists with professional development programs as required, including registration, receipting, participant kit preparation and distribution, and communications with Professional Development Program Manager and course directors
  • Approves member listing content online and ensures that museum listings are up to date

Administrative

  • Ensures the orderly operation of the OMA office on a daily basis
  • Assists with the coordination of Council and committee meetings
  • Records minutes at OMA Council and committee meetings and at the Annual General Meeting
  • Trouble-shoots and maintains office workstations and networks on a regular basis
  • Coordinates maintenance of office equipment and liaises with suppliers
  • Maintains and orders office supplies
  • Maintains and ensures back up of all administrative functions and records
  • Accurate coordination and maintenance of all OMA files and records (e.g. financial), including archiving
  • Maintains communications platform updates (WebEx) for OMA Secretariat and Council
  • Supports the preparation and delivery of grant materials and applications as required

OMA Annual Conference and Awards of Excellence

  • Supports the coordination and delivery of the Annual Conference (coordinates registrations, receipting and delegate kits)
  • Supports the Awards of Excellence Program (coordinates production of certificates for Certificate in Museum Studies graduates and Awards for Awards of Excellence recipients)

Financial

  • Maintains daily updates and coordinates bi-monthly financial files with bookkeeper
  • Prepares, records and makes deposits
  • Maintains petty cash
Application Deadline: 
Wednesday, February 24, 2016
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Toronto
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
University (Graduate)
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By E-Mail

Artistic Director

About MoMo
Situated in Calgary, Alberta, MoMo Dance Theatre is Western Canada’s first and leading integrated dance theatre company. Founded in 2003, MoMo brings together professional artists and prospective artists, with and without disability to explore movement, voice, theatre, dance, and improvisational disciplines.  The company creates and commissions’ new work of dance and theatre performed in company shows and local theatre and dance festivals. 
 
MoMo offers weekly classes for adults and youth of all abilities through its community class program in addition to guest instructing workshops for other organizations and events. The company has a permanent staff of two, Artistic Director and General Manager, who are jointly responsible to the Board of Directors and work in collaboration with each other.  The company has an annual operating budget of approximately $130,000.00.
 
Responsibilities Include:
 
Artistic
- Season planning and implementation
- Develop and direct programming, artistic focus and long-term vision
- Mentor ensemble artists and teachers
- Plan and contract artistic, technical and production staff 
- Teaching in the ensemble and community class programs
 
Community connections and outreach
- Develop and maintain strong connections with staff, contract teachers, performers, board members, consultants, collaborators, local artists and colleagues and other Calgary disability arts organizations 
 
Finance and Administration 
- Develop both season and project budgets in consultation with the General Manager and the Board of Directors 
- Research and prepare all operating grants and project grants available from the federal, provincial and municipal funders
 
Marketing and Promotion
- Develop MoMo’s visibility and reputation in the local and national arts and disability communities 
- Develop a marketing and publicity strategy for classes, workshops and performances
- Promotion of the company in general and the publicity for each show and special project 
 
Required Skills
- A post secondary degree in dance, theatre or community dance (or equivalent experience) and 2 -3 years experience in dance education with diverse populations and community development work 
- Strong studio practice as both a teacher & choreographer with a CV and portfolio of professional work.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a board of directors as well as independently
- Familiarity with the local, national and international dance and integrated arts scene
- Excellent understanding of not-for-profit policies and funding requirements
 
Please submit your letter of interest and a CV in PDF format to: hr@momodancetheatre.org 
 
For more information on MoMo Dance Theatre please go to:  www.momodancetheatre.org
 
This posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Application Deadline: 
Thursday, March 31, 2016
Type of Work: 
Part-Time
City: 
Calgary
Province: 
Alberta
Education Level: 
University (Undergraduate)
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
By E-Mail

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